World pop superstar Ricky Martinalongside iconic Indian artists Falguni Pathak and Sukhbir Singhwill headline a spectacular closing ceremony of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
Combining international star power with the vibrant energy of Indian music, the Ceremony will feature large-scale performances from all three world-renowned artists before co-hosts India take on New Zealand in what proves to be an exciting conclusion to cricket’s biggest T20 event.
Gujarati icon Pathak will open the ceremony in style, bringing a local flavor to the Ahmedabad masterpiece that has made her one of the country’s most loved live performers. Known for crowd favorites like Maine Payal Hai Chhankai and O PiyaPathak will be accompanied by 50 Bollywood dancers and vibrant choreography designed to transform the stadium into a festival atmosphere.
The “Prince of Bhangra” himself, Singh, will also be supported by a large contingent of dancers and the familiar Punjabi sound of the Dhol Wala when he takes to the stage. One of the most influential artists in modern Punjabi pop music, Sukhbir is known worldwide for his chart-topping hits, including Ishq (Oh Ho Ho Ho) and Dil Kare.
Ricky Martin, two-time Grammy Award winner and five-time Latin Grammy Award winner, will close the musical show with major international star power. Martin, whose catalog of global hits, including Living the crazy life, she hits, and the iconic football anthem The Cup of Life (The Cup of Life), has defined stadium concerts for decades and will add the world’s largest cricket stadium to his long list of iconic performances throughout his decorated career.
Ricky Martin said: “Sport and music have a unique way of bringing people together, and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is a celebration of that shared passion. It is an honor to be part of such a special occasion, where millions of fans come together with incredible energy and love for the game. I am excited to perform at the Closing Ceremony and celebrate the excitement of the tournament with fans in the stadium and around the world.”
The gates of the Narendra Modi stadium will open at 3:30 pm Eastern Timewith Closing Ceremony performances beginning at 5:30 pm Eastern Time before the final of the tournament in 7 pm Eastern Time.
With a packed stadium and millions of spectators around the world, the Closing Ceremony will provide a vibrant cultural celebration before the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup 2026 reaches its dramatic climax.
Ticket holders are advised to head to the stadium in time for the gates to open to ensure they don’t miss any of the pre-match entertainment.