T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Teams, Full Schedule & Group-Wise Match Fixtures Revealed
The group stage is almost done and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is about to get serious. The Super 8 kicks off on February 21, and eight of the best teams in the world are ready to battle it out for a semifinal spot. India, Pakistan, England, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, South Africa, West Indies, and Zimbabwe — it’s a loaded lineup.
Super 8 starts February 21, 2026. Two groups, six matches each, top two from each group advance to the semifinals.
Match Info — Super 8 at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Stage | Super 8 (Quarterfinal Round Robin) |
| Start Date | February 21, 2026 |
| End Date | March 1, 2026 |
| Total Matches | 12 |
| Groups | Group 1 & Group 2 |
| Venues | Ahmedabad, Chennai, Wankhede, Delhi, Colombo (RPS), Pallekele |
Super 8 Teams — Group-Wise Split
| Group 1 | Group 2 |
|---|---|
| India (X1) | England (Y1) |
| Zimbabwe (X2) | Sri Lanka (Y2) |
| West Indies (X3) | Pakistan(Y3) |
| South Africa (X4) | New Zealand(Y4) |
Pakistan are confirmed in Group 2 after their massive 102-run win over Namibia on February 18. Their slot as Y3 is set — they face England and Sri Lanka in what will be two blockbuster ties.
Group 1 is headlined by India, who enter the Super 8 unbeaten and as clear tournament favourites. South Africa, West Indies, and Zimbabwe complete what looks like a tough but navigable group for Rohit Sharma’s men.
Full Super 8 Schedule — All 12 Matches
Group 2 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 21 | 41st Match | NZ vs PAK | Colombo (RPS) | 6:30 PM |
| Sun, Feb 22 | 42nd Match | Sri Lanka vs England | Pallekele | 2:30 PM |
| Tue, Feb 24 | 45th Match | England vs Pak | Pallekele | 6:30 PM |
| Wed, Feb 25 | 46th Match | Sri Lanka vs New Zealand | Colombo (RPS) | 6:30 PM |
| Fri, Feb 27 | 49th Match | England vs New Zealand | Colombo (RPS) | 6:30 PM |
| Sat, Feb 28 | 50th Match | Sri Lanka vs Pak | Pallekele | 6:30 PM |
Group 1 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Teams | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Feb 22 | 43rd Match | India vs South Africa | Ahmedabad | 6:30 PM |
| Mon, Feb 23 | 44th Match | Zimbabwe vs West Indies | Wankhede | 6:30 PM |
| Thu, Feb 26 | 47th Match | West Indies vs South Africa | Ahmedabad | 2:30 PM |
| Thu, Feb 26 | 48th Match | India vs Zimbabwe | Chennai | 6:30 PM |
| Sun, Mar 1 | 51st Match | Zimbabwe vs South Africa | Delhi | 2:30 PM |
| Sun, Mar 1 | 52nd Match | India vs West Indies | Eden Gardens | 6:30 PM |
For the complete and updated Super 8 and tournament schedule, bookmark that page — fixtures and timings get updated as results come in.
Group 1 Preview — India’s Path to the Semis
India are the team everyone is watching. Three wins from three in the group stage, a massive NRR of +3.050, and a squad deep enough to rotate players in dead rubbers. They open the Super 8 against South Africa — a rematch many fans have been wanting since the 2024 final.
South Africa are dangerous. West Indies are unpredictable and explosive. Zimbabwe will fight hard but are realistically playing for pride here. India should top Group 1, but South Africa vs West Indies could be the match that determines who joins them in the semis.
Key Group 1 battles to watch:
- India vs South Africa (Feb 22, Ahmedabad) — the standout clash
- West Indies vs South Africa (Feb 26) — both chasing second spot
- India vs West Indies at Eden Gardens (Mar 1) — potentially a semifinal preview
Group 2 Preview — Pakistan’s Road Gets Tough
Pakistan confirmed their Super 8 spot with a 102-run demolition of Namibia and now face England and Sri Lanka in a group that could go any direction. England are experienced ICC tournament campaigners. Sri Lanka, as hosts, will have crowd support and conditions knowledge on their side. New Zealand are quietly dangerous.
This is Pakistan’s toughest test. If their spinners — Shadab Khan and Usman Tariq — carry their current form forward, and Sahibzada Farhan keeps batting like he did against Namibia, they are more than capable of making the semis.
Group 2 is genuinely the harder draw. Pakistan vs England alone could be one of the matches of the tournament.
Keep an eye on the Group 2 standings and Super 8 points table as results update daily from February 21.
Venues — Where Super 8 Matches Are Played
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad — India’s fortress, largest ground in the world
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata — iconic ground, electric atmosphere
- Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai — small ground, big totals expected
- Chepauk (MA Chidambaram), Chennai — spin-friendly, crucial for India’s bowlers
- Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi — tricky surface, day-night conditions key
- R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo — Sri Lanka’s home advantage ground
- Pallekele International Stadium — high-scoring venue, good batting surface
For detailed profiles on every team competing in the Super 8, including squads, key players, and form guides, check the teams page.
Super 8 Match Prediction — Who Makes the Semis?
Group 1: India (almost certain) + South Africa (slight edge over West Indies) Group 2: England (tournament experience) + Pakistan (current form and spin depth)
A potential India vs Pakistan semifinal is very much on the cards — and that is the kind of match that stops nations.
FAQs
Q: When does the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 start? The Super 8 begins on Saturday, February 21, 2026 with New Zealand vs Pakistan/TBD at Colombo.
Q: Which teams are in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8? Group 1: India, Zimbabwe, West Indies, South Africa. Group 2: England, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and one TBD team.
Q: How many matches are in the Super 8? There are 12 total matches — 6 per group — played between February 21 and March 1, 2026.
Q: Where are the Super 8 matches being played? Matches are split across six venues: Ahmedabad, Chennai, Wankhede, Delhi, Eden Gardens, Colombo (RPS), and Pallekele.
Q: Did Pakistan qualify for the Super 8? Yes. Pakistan confirmed their Super 8 spot on February 18 after beating Namibia by 102 runs in Colombo.
Q: Who is the favourite to win the T20 World Cup 2026? India enter the Super 8 as clear favourites with a perfect record and the highest NRR in Group A at +3.050.
