T20 World Cup Super Eight Teams and Schedule Announced Globally

Eight teams to Compete in Super Eight Stage of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

The second stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to begin on Saturday, with eight contenders vying for a spot in the semifinals. Pakistan secured its place in the Super Eight with a win over Namibia on Wednesday, while Australia’s early exit marked one of the biggest surprises in the group stage.

The Super Eight features two groups of four teams each, with India and Sri Lanka hosting their respective groups. The teams will compete against each other once, with the top two teams at the end of the round advancing to the semifinals. Points will be awarded based on wins and losses, with a tiebreaker system in place for matches that reach 20 overs.

The schedule for the Super Eight includes several high-profile matchups, including Pakistan vs New Zealand, Sri Lanka vs England, and India vs South Africa. The teams will play at various venues across India and Sri Lanka, with some matches taking place at night.

Source: Al Jazeera