The biggest cricket final of 2026 deserves the biggest show — and it’s delivering exactly that.
Cricket and music collide tonight as the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 grand finale between India and New Zealand unfolds at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. But before the first ball is bowled, fans are in for a spectacular closing ceremony that blends Bollywood, bhangra, and global pop into one unforgettable evening.
Want to know who’s performing and when? Here’s everything you need.
T20 World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony: Full Schedule & Performers
| Time (IST) | Event |
|---|---|
| 3:30 PM | Gates Open |
| 5:30 PM | Performances Begin |
| 5:30 PM | Falguni Pathak (with 50 dancers) |
| TBD | Sukhbir Singh (Bhangra performance) |
| TBD | Ricky Martin (Closing Act) |
| 6:30 PM | Toss |
| 7:00 PM | IND vs NZ Final Begins |
Who’s Performing? Meet the Stars!
Falguni Pathak kicks off the ceremony, backed by a stunning ensemble of 50 dancers. The queen of Navratri garba brings that unmistakable warmth that every Indian fan will instantly connect with.
Next up is Sukhbir Singh, the bhangra sensation behind timeless party anthems. Expect pure energy and foot-tapping beats that’ll wake up even the most nervous cricket fan before the big match.
The closing act belongs to none other than Ricky Martin — two-time Grammy Award winner and global superstar. The Grammy-certified Latin icon shared his excitement, saying sport and music share a unique power to unite people across the world.
Why This Ceremony Is Extra Special
The Narendra Modi Stadium — the world’s largest cricket ground with a capacity of over 1.32 lakh — provides a jaw-dropping backdrop. India are chasing their third T20 World Cup title, having previously won in 2007 and 2024. The electric atmosphere inside the stadium, combined with a lineup that goes from garba to global pop, makes this closing ceremony unlike anything the cricket world has seen before.
Don’t miss a moment — tonight, Ahmedabad belongs to cricket AND music.
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