Oman are in Group B, where they will clash with Ireland, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka and Australia. The top two teams from the group will enter the next stage of Super 8.
South Africa captain Aiden Markram has dismissed any lingering baggage from the 2024 T20 World Cup final loss to India, emphasising that the team's motivation comes from a desire to win rather than dwelling on past disappointments.
England Test captain Ben Stokes has suffered a facial injury with a black eye and significant facial bruising after being struck on the cheek by a ball.
While the PCB has not publicly commented on the boycott, the ICC responded via its official channels, urging the board to "explore a mutually acceptable resolution, which protects the interests of all stakeholders."
Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said there is currently no update on the availability of fast bowler Josh Hazlewood during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, starting February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has stressed the importance of taking a measured, match-by-match approach as the co-hosts prepare to begin their ICC Men's T20 World Cup campaign, with a strong focus on form and team responsibility.
Bangladesh were dropped from the tournament after refusing to travel to India for their scheduled fixtures and were replaced by Scotland in the expanded 20-team competition.
Former England captain Nasser Hussain highlighted the importance of Mitchell Marsh as a captain for the Australian side ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.
Pakistan captain Salman Agha said the fate of the much-anticipated game against India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup is beyond their control and rests entirely with Pakistan government authorities, with their focus firmly on performing well in the remaining fixtures of the tournament.
Ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 opener against the USA, India captain Suryakumar Yadav has confirmed that the team is not rushing to make any replacement and will remain patient with injured Washington Sundar.