The wait is finally over! The Super 8 T20 World Cup Time Table is out. Cricket fans across the world can now mark their dates for 2026. This year’s contest holds some nail-biting matches earlier.
Pakistan held the last Super 8 spot after beating Namibia in Colombo. Now, we have the full 2026 lineup ready. The action kicks off on February 21 and runs till March 1, 2026.
Super 8 Groups Breakdown
Let’s talk about who’s playing whom in 2026. Group 1 looks very stacked with talent. India, Zimbabwe, West Indies, and South Africa will face each other. Every match in this group matters a lot.
Group 2 brings its own joy to the T20 World Cup. Pakistan, Sri Lanka, England, and New Zealand form this group. These teams have great players who can change games instantly.
The Super 8 format gives each team three crucial matches. Only the top two from each group move forward. That makes every ball count in this tournament!
Time Table and Venues Details
The time table spreads 12 T20 World Cup matches across 10 days. Matches will happen in both Sri Lanka and India. Sri Lankan fans get to watch games in Colombo and Kandy.
| Match | Date | Fixture | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | February 21 | New Zealand vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
| 2 | February 22 | England vs Sri Lanka | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 3:00 PM |
| 3 | February 22 | India vs South Africa | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| 4 | February 23 | Zimbabwe vs West Indies | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
| 5 | February 24 | England vs Pakistan | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 7:00 PM |
| 6 | February 25 | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
| 7 | February 26 | West Indies vs South Africa | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3:00 PM |
| 8 | February 26 | India vs Zimbabwe | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:00 PM |
| 9 | February 27 | England vs New Zealand | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM |
| 10 | February 28 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 7:00 PM |
| 11 | March 1 | Zimbabwe vs South Africa | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi | 3:00 PM |
| 12 | March 1 | India vs West Indies | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:00 PM |
Indian cricket lovers are in for a treat too. Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Chennai, New Delhi, and Kolkata will host these matches. All match timings follow Indian Standard Time for everyone’s convenience.
The venues chosen can handle huge crowds easily. These stadiums have hosted many memorable matches before. Fans will create electric atmospheres at each ground!
What’s Next After 2026?
Here’s some cool news about the future T20 World Cup. All Super 8 teams just booked their tickets for 2028! Australia and New Zealand will host that tournament together in 2026’s aftermath.
Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Ireland are also heading to 2028. They secured spots through ICC rankings as of March 9. No upcoming matches will change these rankings before the deadline.
Eight more teams will join through regional qualifiers. The 2028 tournament will feature 20 teams total. Cricket keeps growing bigger and better worldwide!
The upcoming stage separates champions from the rest. Top teams battle for semi-final spots starting February 21. Don’t miss any match because upsets happen when you least expect them!
