The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier B starts on March 8, 2026. The Cayman Islands will host all 12 matches at the Jimmy Powell Oval in George Town. Four teams will compete in this tournament: Argentina, Cayman Islands, Mexico, and Suriname.
This qualifier forms part of the longer road to the 2028 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which Australia and New Zealand will co-host. Each team will face every other team twice in a double round-robin format. The action runs from March 8 through March 15 in local time (March 16 IST).
Indian cricket fans can stream every match live on FanCode. Below you will find all key details, the full match schedule, team information, streaming options, and what this tournament means for these four cricket nations.
Tournament Key Details
| Dates | March 8 – March 15, 2026 (local time) |
| Venue | Jimmy Powell Oval, George Town, Cayman Islands |
| Teams | Argentina, Cayman Islands, Mexico, Suriname |
| Total Matches | 12 T20 matches |
| Format | Double round-robin (each team plays every other team twice) |
| Stage | Sub-Regional Qualifier B for T20 World Cup 2028 |
Participating Teams
Four teams from the Americas region will take part in this qualifier. Here is a quick look at each team and the region they represent:
| Team | Region |
|---|---|
| Cayman Islands | Caribbean |
| Argentina | South America |
| Mexico | North/Central America |
| Suriname | South America/Caribbean |
The Cayman Islands Cricket Association hosts this event. The top finisher from this qualifier will move forward to the Americas Regional Final. At the regional final, they will join teams that received byes, including Canada and the United States, along with the winner of Sub-Regional Qualifier A.
Complete Match Schedule
Every match takes place at the Jimmy Powell Oval in George Town, Cayman Islands. The schedule below lists all 12 fixtures with times in IST (Indian Standard Time), GMT, and local Cayman Islands time.
| No. | Date | Teams | Time (IST / GMT / Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun, Mar 8 | Cayman Islands vs Argentina | 8:00 PM / 2:30 PM / 9:30 AM |
| 2 | Mon, Mar 9 | Mexico vs Suriname | 1:00 AM / 7:30 PM (Mar 8) / 2:30 PM (Mar 8) |
| 3 | Mon, Mar 9 | Argentina vs Suriname | 8:00 PM / 2:30 PM / 9:30 AM |
| 4 | Tue, Mar 10 | Cayman Islands vs Mexico | 1:00 AM / 7:30 PM (Mar 9) / 2:30 PM (Mar 9) |
| 5 | Wed, Mar 11 | Suriname vs Cayman Islands | 8:00 PM / 2:30 PM / 9:30 AM |
| 6 | Thu, Mar 12 | Argentina vs Mexico | 1:00 AM / 7:30 PM (Mar 11) / 2:30 PM (Mar 11) |
| 7 | Thu, Mar 12 | Mexico vs Cayman Islands | 8:00 PM / 2:30 PM / 9:30 AM |
| 8 | Fri, Mar 13 | Suriname vs Argentina | 1:00 AM / 7:30 PM (Mar 12) / 2:30 PM (Mar 12) |
| 9 | Sat, Mar 14 | Mexico vs Argentina | 8:00 PM / 2:30 PM / 9:30 AM |
| 10 | Sun, Mar 15 | Cayman Islands vs Suriname | 1:00 AM / 7:30 PM (Mar 14) / 2:30 PM (Mar 14) |
| 11 | Sun, Mar 15 | Suriname vs Mexico | 8:00 PM / 2:30 PM / 9:30 AM |
| 12 | Mon, Mar 16 | Argentina vs Cayman Islands | 1:00 AM / 7:30 PM (Mar 15) / 2:30 PM (Mar 15) |
Note: Matches listed at 1:00 AM IST fall on the previous day in GMT and local time. For example, Match 2 at 1:00 AM IST on Monday, March 9 takes place at 2:30 PM local time on Sunday, March 8.
About the Venue
The Jimmy Powell Oval sits in George Town, the capital of the Cayman Islands. This ground serves as the main cricket facility on the island and has hosted several ICC qualifier events before. Its small size creates an exciting, close atmosphere that suits the fast-paced T20 format.
The Cayman Islands previously hosted the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier at this same ground. Nine teams competed there in December 2024, indicating the venue can host multi-team tournaments with back-to-back matches.
Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
Cricket fans in India can watch all 12 matches live through digital platforms. There will be no TV broadcast for this tournament in India.
How to Watch in India
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| Live Streaming | FanCode App and Website |
| Subscription | FanCode subscription required |
| Devices | Mobile, Web, Smart TV, Tablets |
| Features | Live scores, highlights, and replays |
FanCode will stream all 12 games of this qualifier. You can download the FanCode app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. The platform also provides ball-by-ball commentary, match analysis, and video highlights after each game.
Viewers outside India can check ICC.tv for streaming availability in their region. The ICC’s official streaming platform often covers qualifier tournaments across different territories.
Tournament Format
This tournament uses a double round-robin format. That means each team plays every other team twice. Each team will play six matches in total during the tournament.
The organizers will decide team standings based on wins, net run rate, and head-to-head results. This format rewards teams that perform well throughout the event rather than relying on a single knockout game.
The top finisher at the end of all 12 matches will qualify for the Americas Regional Final. That regional final will determine which teams from the Americas earn a spot in the 2028 T20 World Cup.
What This Tournament Means for Each Team
This qualifier is a crucial step for all four teams. Each of them dreams of reaching the 2028 T20 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Here is what each team brings to the table:
- Cayman Islands: They play at home and know the Jimmy Powell Oval pitch well. They also have recent experience from hosting the 2024 Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier. Home crowd support could give them a real boost.
- Suriname: Their Caribbean cricketing roots run deep. Suriname shares close cultural and sporting ties with established cricket nations in the Caribbean. Many expect them to be strong contenders in this group.
- Argentina: Cricket continues to grow in Argentina. The team gained valuable experience during the 2024 Sub-Regional Qualifier held in their own country. They will look to build on that and make a push for qualification.
- Mexico: Mexican cricket has seen steady growth in recent years. This tournament gives Mexico another chance to test itself against regional competition and take a step closer to the global stage.
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Conclusion: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier B, 2026
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier B brings nine days of competitive T20 cricket to the Cayman Islands. Four teams will battle across 12 matches for a shot at the next round of World Cup qualification.
This tournament highlights how cricket continues to spread across the Americas. Teams from South America, Central America, and the Caribbean now compete on the same field with genuine World Cup hopes.
Set a reminder for March 8, 2026. Download the FanCode app to watch every match live from India. Follow these four teams as they chase their World Cup dreams at the Jimmy Powell Oval.
