BCCI launched Team India's new T20 jersey for World Cup 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officially unveiled Team India’s jersey for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup during the innings break of the second ODI against South Africa in Raipur on Wednesday. The launch took place moments after the hosts posted a commanding 358/5, powered by brilliant centuries from Ruturaj Gaikwad and Virat Kohli.

India, who will co-host the tournament with Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8 next year, showcased a refreshed design for the upcoming global event. The new kit retains the traditional deep blue base but features vibrant orange panels along the sides. In a notable design shift, the tricolour, earlier placed across the shoulders, has been moved to the collar. Vertical blue stripes add texture to the front, giving the jersey a modern, dynamic look.

Rohit Sharma, Tilak Varma unveil India’s new T20 World Cup 2026 jersey in Raipur

Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma were present at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium to unveil the jersey. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia and Adidas officials handed over the new kit to the duo on stage. Rohit, the brand ambassador for the 2026 edition and India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain in 2024, spoke emotionally about the journey.

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“It took us more than 15 years to win the T20 World Cup trophy after 2007. Now the World Cup will happen in India, and my wishes are always with the team. I’m sure everyone will be behind them,” Rohit said. Having retired from the T20 format, he attended the ceremony in his ambassadorial role.

India have been placed in Group A for the tournament alongside Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia. The hosts will begin their campaign on February 7 at the Wankhede Stadium against the USA.

The ceremonial launch added to an electric day in Raipur, where India’s batters dominated South Africa. Kohli scored a composed 102 while Gaikwad struck his maiden ODI hundred with a fluent 105. Their 195-run stand set the tone for India’s imposing total, with KL Rahul providing a powerful finish. With the new jersey revealed and the countdown underway, anticipation continues to build ahead of the home World Cup.