T20 World Cup 2026 closing ceremony: Date, time, performers and full details

Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium will not only host the climax of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday, but will also stage a colourful closing ceremony designed to celebrate the tournament’s conclusion before India and New Zealand lock horns in the final.

The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM local time on Sunday, 8 March, with organisers promising a vibrant musical showcase that reflects the host nation’s diverse cultural fabric. International pop icon Ricky Martin will headline the entertainment bill, joined by Bollywood and Punjabi sensation Sukhbir and celebrated Gujarati folk performer Falguni Pathak. The trio is expected to deliver a high-energy set that bridges global chart-toppers with regional favourites, setting an electric tone for the evening’s main event.

The timing of the festivities ensures that the formal programme will conclude well before the first ball of the final, allowing players and fans alike to soak in the atmosphere without impinging on match preparations. With a crowd capacity in excess of 130,000, the Narendra Modi Stadium—already the largest cricket ground on the planet—will provide a fitting backdrop for the send-off.

Sunday’s showdown marks India’s fourth appearance in a T20 World Cup final and their bid for a record-extending third crown, while New Zealand will contest only their second final as they continue to chase an elusive maiden title. The closing ceremony therefore carries added significance, symbolising both the culmination of a month-long journey and the handover of the spotlight to the two remaining contenders.