Excitement mounted at Wankhede Stadium as BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia paid a special visit to the Indian cricket squad on the eve of their T20 World Cup 2026 debut against USA. Engaging directly with skipper Suryakumar Yadav and mentor Gautam Gambhir, Saikia delved into preparation details and scrutinized every aspect of the venue setup for the inaugural match and ceremony.
Posting visuals from the site on X, Saikia noted, ‘Reviewed Team India’s final prep discussions and hosting logistics for the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup 2026, which commences Saturday at Mumbai’s famed Wankhede.’ The images showcased his collaborative spirit with the team’s support crew.
Defending their 2024 glory and building on the 2007 win, India eyes a historic third T20 crown—the first ever on home turf while retaining the title. In Group A, they face USA (Feb 7), Namibia (Feb 12), Pakistan (Feb 15, suspense intact), and Netherlands (Feb 18), with the top duo progressing to Super 8s.
This proactive BCCI involvement reflects the board’s high stakes investment in the event. As defending champs, pressure is on, but talent abounds. Saikia’s thumbs-up could be the spark needed for Suryakumar’s warriors to launch triumphantly, captivating millions in a tournament brimming with subcontinental rivalries and underdog tales.