ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy Arrives at Dialog Headquarters as Trophy Tour Begins in Colombo

Left to right: Yamith Anuradha, Product Manager - Advertising Media & Home, Dialog Axiata PLC; Pubudu Aluthgedara, Head of Business - Media & Home, Dialog Axiata PLC; Lasantha Theverapperuma, Group Chief Marketing Officer, Dialog Axiata PLC; Supun Weerasinghe, Director / Group Chief Executive, Dialog Axiata PLC; Upul Nawaratne Bandara, Head of Marketing, Sri Lanka Cricket; Harsha Samaranayake, Vice President, Group Marketing, Dialog Axiata PLC

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy made a landmark stop at the Dialog Axiata PLC headquarters on 23 January, marking a celebratory moment in Sri Lanka’s countdown to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Hosted by Dialog, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, the arrival of cricket’s most coveted T20 prize highlighted the growing anticipation for the global tournament, while also reflecting Dialog’s longstanding support for Sri Lankan cricket.

Following its stop at Dialog headquarters, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy will embark on an island-wide tour, travelling to Kandy, Dambulla, and Jaffna. The tour offers fans a rare opportunity to see the trophy up close, capture memorable moments, and take part in the build-up to the tournament.

Co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be played from 7 February to 8 March 2026 across multiple venues in both countries, promising a month-long celebration of cricket’s most dynamic format.

First introduced in 2007, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy has become a recognised symbol of the game’s shortest and most dynamic format. Representing speed, innovation, and global appeal, the trophy reflects the evolution of cricket into a fast-paced spectacle that has captivated audiences worldwide. Its presence at the Dialog headquarters underscored the brand’s role in bringing the sport to millions of fans across Sri Lanka.

The visit carried special significance for Dialog, a long-standing partner of Sri Lankan cricket. Over the years, Dialog has played a key role in transforming how fans experience the game — from live broadcasts and digital platforms to on-ground activations — helping ensure that cricket remains widely accessible to supporters across the island.

Dialog holds the exclusive ICC Men’s T20 World Cup media and broadcasting rights in Sri Lanka under a multi-year agreement. Fans will be able to enjoy live matches, highlights, expert analysis, and comprehensive coverage on Dialog Television and Dialog Play App, bringing the excitement of world-class cricket into Sri Lankan homes. This is complemented by a free-to-air broadcast partnership with Supreme TV, helping extend coverage to audiences nationwide.

As the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 draws closer, Sri Lanka looks ahead to celebrating the game, its players, and the fans whose passion continues to define the nation’s love for cricket.