ICC Men's T20 World Cup Warm-up Matches 2022/23

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup Warm-up Matches are official preparatory fixtures sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Introduced at the inaugural 2007 tournament in South Africa, these games predate the main event but remain distinct from it. They serve exclusively as practice environments for participating nations.

Unlike the primary competition, these fixtures do not carry official T20I status. Consequently, the outcomes do not influence ICC team rankings or individual player statistics. The International Cricket Council designates them as practice games, ensuring that the pressure of the main tournament remains separate from these preparatory sessions.

The structure has evolved since its inception. Early editions featured varied match schedules, but subsequent tournaments standardized the format. Typically, teams play two warm-up matches, though recent years have seen variations. In some instances, teams have opted out entirely or played only a single game depending on their preparation strategy.

For the current season, the participating nations include Ireland, United Arab Emirates, Namibia, England, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. These teams utilize the window to assess strategies and form without the stakes of the knockout stages. Notable outcomes from recent cycles highlight the competitive nature of these friendlies, with matches often decided by narrow margins or specific match situations.

The primary function of this competition is preparation. It allows squads to experiment with line-ups and tactics before entering the Super 12 or knockout phases. While results are recorded, their value lies in performance analysis rather than league positioning. The ICC maintains clear boundaries between these warm-ups and the official tournament record.