ICC Unveils ‘Feel The Thrill’ Official Song for T20 World Cup 2026

The ICC has dropped ‘Feel The Thrill’, the pulsating official anthem for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, composed and sung by Indian sensation Anirudh Ravichander to fire up fans ahead of the India-Sri Lanka showdown. Released worldwide just days before the tournament opener on February 7, the track captures T20’s raw energy with global beats and lyrics that echo the drama of nations clashing for glory.

Anirudh Ravichander crafts T20’s new soundtrack

Anirudh Ravichander, known for his chart-topping hits in Tamil and Telugu cinema, brings his signature high-energy style to cricket’s biggest stage.

• The song opens with “When nations collide, action isn’t watched, it’s lived”, perfectly mirroring the tournament’s high-octane ‘Feel The Thrill’ campaign.

• Lyrics like “This is where national pride swings with every shot / Where passion hits as hard as the ball” evoke the stakes as 20 teams battle across 55 matches.

• Blending fierce rhythms with emotional swells, it unites fans beyond rivalries, as Anirudh put it: “Every cheer, every silence, every heartbeat connects in the same tune when it comes to cricket. It’s a feeling, an emotion.”

Stream it now on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, YouTube Music, Instagram, Facebook and more – a perfect warm-up before the first ball at Narendra Modi Stadium.

ICC CEO hails song as global unifier

ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta sees the anthem as more than music – it’s the pulse of a cultural festival.

“ICC’s pinnacle events are global cultural extravaganzas bringing together the best of lifestyle, entertainment, community and experiential diversity, with a compelling athletic spectacle at their heart. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is uniquely competitive, thrilling and expressive, where moments turn into life-long memories for players and fans alike. The official song… aspires to bring this spirit to life, using its music to connect fans, celebrate diversity and turn the event into a shared worldwide celebration.”

Anirudh echoed the sentiment: “I’m glad to be associated with the Feel the Thrill campaign… This is our attempt to bring the global fans together in a spirited unity up and above the fierce on-field rivalry.”

T20 World Cup 2026: India-Sri Lanka extravaganza awaits

With defending champions India hosting alongside Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, the tournament promises fireworks across eight iconic venues.

• Key stadiums: Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad, final), Wankhede (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), MA Chidambaram (Chennai), Arun Jaitley (Delhi), R Premadasa and SSC (Colombo), Pallekele (Kandy).

• India open against USA in Mumbai on February 7; blockbuster India-Pakistan clash set for February 15 in Colombo.

• Tickets start at just ₹100 in India and LKR 1000 (~$3) in Sri Lanka, making it accessible for millions.

No host has won the T20 World Cup on home soil – India eyes history, while Sri Lanka brings its passionate crowds to the party. With 20 teams vying for the trophy, ‘Feel The Thrill’ will soundtrack what promises to be the most electric edition yet.

T20 World Cup 2026 Host Venues