The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the safe departure of the final contingents of players and support staff from South Africa and the West Indies following the conclusion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
In the last 24 hours, the remaining 29 members of the South African team and the final 16 from the West Indies team have boarded flights to their home countries.
Their departure marked the end of a meticulously managed logistical operation conducted under exceptionally difficult global travel conditions.
Throughout the process, ICC’s operations and logistics teams worked in close coordination with governments, airlines, charter companies, airport authorities and member boards.
Their efforts are aimed at navigating the many operational setbacks caused by the changing international travel landscape.
The sole focus of the system was to secure the safe return of all soldiers and personnel, which required constant adaptation as conditions evolved.
The ICC thanked Cricket South Africa, Cricket West Indies and all team members for their cooperation.
Thanks were also extended to the ICC staff who worked day and night to ensure the safe return home of players, officials and their families.