The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 schedule is officially confirmed. Pakistan’s 102-run demolition of Namibia on February 18 sealed the final berth, unlocking the full T20 World Cup Super 8 fixtures for cricket fans worldwide. With defending champions India, the West Indies, South Africa, England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and surprise qualifiers Zimbabwe all through, the Super Eight round is set to be the most competitive knockout qualification stage in recent memory.
Here is everything you need to know | T20 World Cup Super 8 match dates, venues, timings, groups, and more.
T20 World Cup Super 8 Groups Confirmed
The eight qualified teams have been split into two groups of four:
Group 1: India, South Africa, West Indies, Zimbabwe
Group 2: England, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Pakistan
Notable shock: Australia, the 2021 T20 World Cup champions — failed to qualify from Group B after losses to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. Zimbabwe stepped into Australia’s pre-seeded spot in Group 1.
Each team plays three matches in the Super 8 stage. The top two from each group advance to the semi-finals.
T20 World Cup Super 8 Full Schedule | Match Dates, Venues & Timings (IST)
Group 2 Opener | Feb 21
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| New Zealand vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
Feb 22
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| England vs Sri Lanka | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 3:00 PM |
| India vs South Africa | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
Feb 23
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| Zimbabwe vs West Indies | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
Feb 24
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| England vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
Feb 25
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| Sri Lanka vs New Zealand | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
Feb 26
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| West Indies vs South Africa | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3:00 PM |
| India vs Zimbabwe | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
Feb 27
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| England vs New Zealand | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
Feb 28
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
March 1 — Super 8 Final Day
| Match | Venue | IST Timing |
| Zimbabwe vs South Africa | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3:00 PM |
| India vs West Indies | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:00 PM |
T20 World Cup Super 8 Venues List
The ICC T20 World Cup Super 8 matches are being hosted across four iconic venues:
- R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo — Group 2 hub; hosts NZ vs PAK, ENG vs PAK, SL vs NZ, ENG vs NZ, SL vs PAK (5 matches)
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad — Group 1 powerhouse; hosts IND vs SA, WI vs SA, IND vs ZIM, ZIM vs SA (4 matches)
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai — Opens Group 1 with ZIM vs WI
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata — Grand finale of the Super 8 stage: IND vs WI
- Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy — Hosts ENG vs SL
Key Super 8 Clashes to Watch
India vs South Africa (Feb 22, Ahmedabad) — Two of the world’s top-ranked sides collide in what could be a semi-final preview. India enter as defending champions; South Africa are unbeaten in this tournament so far.
England vs Pakistan (Feb 24, Colombo) — A marquee rivalry returns in the Super Eight round. Both sides need a win to stay on track for knockout qualification.
India vs West Indies (March 1, Kolkata) — The Super 8 timetable ends with a blockbuster at Eden Gardens. A two-time champion against the defending champion; expect a sell-out crowd.
New Zealand vs Pakistan (Feb 21, Colombo) — The opener of the entire Super 8 stage, kicking off what promises to be 12 days of non-stop cricket drama.
T20 World Cup Super 8 Format Explained
- Each team plays 3 matches in their group (round-robin)
- Top 2 from each group advance to the semi-finals
- No eliminations mid-group — every point counts from Match 1
- In case of a tie in points, Net Run Rate (NRR) is the first tiebreaker
Semi-Finals & Final Schedule
| Stage | Date | Venue |
| Semi-Final 1 | March 4 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata* |
| Semi-Final 2 | March 5 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Final | March 8 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad* |
*If Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals, their game moves to R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. If Pakistan reach the final, the venue shifts to Colombo.
Teams That Qualified for T20 World Cup Super 8
| Team | Qualified From | Group Stage Position |
| India | Group A | 1st |
| Pakistan | Group A | 2nd |
| Sri Lanka | Group B | 1st |
| Zimbabwe | Group B | 2nd (eliminated Australia) |
| West Indies | Group C | 1st |
| England | Group C | 2nd |
| South Africa | Group D | 1st |
| New Zealand | Group D | 2nd |
How to Watch the T20 World Cup Super 8 Live
- India: JioHotstar (streaming) | Star Sports (TV)
- Sri Lanka: PEO TV / Dialog TV
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- International: ICC’s official YouTube channel for highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When does the T20 World Cup Super 8 start?
The Super 8 stage begins on February 21, 2026 with New Zealand vs Pakistan in Colombo.
2. How many matches are in the Super 8?
There are 12 matches in total — 6 per group.
3. Which venues are hosting the Super 8 matches?
R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo), Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), and Pallekele Cricket Stadium (Kandy).
4. Who are the favourites to win the T20 World Cup 2026?
India enter as defending champions and are among the top picks. South Africa, England, and New Zealand are equally strong contenders heading into the Super 8 stage.
5. What happens if India and Pakistan meet in the semi-finals?
The ICC has confirmed that an India vs Pakistan semi-final would be played at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
