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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has launched “Feel the Thrill” as the official song of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, giving fans their first full taste of the tournament’s atmosphere ahead of the February–March event in India and Sri Lanka. The track, composed and sung by Indian music director Anirudh Ravichander, is being promoted as the “sonic heartbeat” of the 20‑team, 55‑match tournament.
“Feel the Thrill” blends high‑energy beats with lyrics that focus on the passion, drama and emotion of T20 cricket, aiming to connect fans across continents even before the first ball is bowled. Lines such as “When nations collide, action isn’t watched, it’s lived” and “This is where national pride swings with every shot” are meant to underline the stakes for players and supporters as teams chase the world title.
ICC chief executive Sanjog Gupta said the Men’s T20 World Cup is more than a sporting event; it is a global cultural moment that mixes lifestyle, entertainment and community with top‑level cricket. He added that the official song is designed to celebrate diversity and turn the tournament into a shared worldwide celebration of the sport.
Anirudh Ravichander said cricket unites people through cheers, silences and heartbeats, and that “Feel the Thrill” is an attempt to bring fans together in spirited unity beyond on‑field rivalries. The song is available on major digital platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, YouTube Music, Instagram and Facebook, as the ICC ramps up promotion for the event in India and Sri Lanka.
