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T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s Complete Guide: Teams, Schedule, Dates, Venues, Live Streaming Details

The Super 8s are here! Check the full match dates, IST timings, and groups for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Watch all important fixtures live on Star Sports and JioHotstar.

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  • T20 World Cup enters Super Eight stage with eight top teams.
  • Teams are regrouped with no carry-over points from league play.
  • India faces South Africa in a key Super Eight opener.
  • JioHotstar and Star Sports network offer live coverage.

Following a dramatic league phase that saw 2021 champions Australia crash out, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 officially transitions into its most decisive phase. The Super Eight stage, running from February 21 to March 1, will see the world's top teams battle across India and Sri Lanka for a place in the knockout semi-finals.

Super Eight Groups and Tournament Format

The eight qualifiers have been split into two groups. Each team will play three matches within their group, with the top two sides from both Group 1 and Group 2 advancing to the semi-finals on March 4 and 5. Notably, teams start the Super Eights with zero points; no results or net run rates from the league stage are carried forward.

Group 1: India, South Africa, West Indies, and Zimbabwe.

Group 2: New Zealand, England, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

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Complete Super Eight Match Schedule

The action kicks off today in Colombo, where Pakistan takes on New Zealand, followed by a high-stakes rematch of the 2024 final between India and South Africa in Ahmedabad tomorrow.

February 21: New Zealand vs Pakistan | Group 2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM IST

February 22: England vs Sri Lanka | Group 2 | Pallekele Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 3:00 PM IST

February 22: India vs South Africa | Group 1 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM IST

February 23: West Indies vs Zimbabwe | Group 1 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM IST

February 24: England vs Pakistan | Group 2 | Pallekele Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 7:00 PM IST

February 25: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka | Group 2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM IST

February 26: South Africa vs West Indies | Group 1 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3:00 PM IST

February 26: India vs Zimbabwe | Group 1 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:00 PM IST

February 27: England vs New Zealand | Group 2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 7:00 PM IST

February 28: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | Group 2 | Pallekele Cricket Stadium, Kandy | 7:00 PM IST

March 01: Zimbabwe vs South Africa | Group 1 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 3:00 PM IST

March 01: India vs West Indies | Group 1 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:00 PM IST

Broadcast and Streaming: Where to Watch

Fans in India can catch the live action of the Super Eights across both digital and television platforms.

Live Streaming: Every match will be available for streaming on JioHotstar.

TV Telecast: Live coverage will be provided by the Star Sports Network across various regional and HD channels.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight stage begin?

The Super Eight stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 officially transitions into its most decisive phase starting February 21.

How are the teams divided for the Super Eight stage?

The eight qualifying teams have been split into two groups, Group 1 and Group 2, with each team playing three matches within their group.

Do results from the league stage carry over to the Super Eight?

No, teams start the Super Eights with zero points; no results or net run rates from the league stage are carried forward.

Where can fans in India watch the Super Eight matches?

Fans in India can catch live streaming on JioHotstar and live TV telecast on the Star Sports Network.

About the author Prateek Thakur

Prateek Thakur is a Copy Editor at ABP Live English, reporting on major sporting events while spotlighting the human stories of athletes that matter.

You can reach out to him at prateekt@abpnetwork.com.

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