When and against whom will the Indian team compete in the Super-8? Complete schedule revealed

T20 World Cup 2026: The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has now reached the Super-8 stage. Host India has been successful in making a place in Group-1. Along with India, there are teams from South Africa, Zimbabwe and West Indies in this group. These four teams are strong, so every match will be very important. Out of these, the top-2 teams will reach the semi-finals.

India’s first match

Team India will start Super-8 on 22nd February. The first match will be against South Africa. This high-voltage match will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad at 7 pm. South Africa had reached the final last time, so this initial win can prove to be a morale booster for India.

Second match with Zimbabwe

India’s second Super-8 match will be against Zimbabwe on 26 February at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. This match, which will start at 7 pm, will be played on the Chennai pitch famous for spin bowling. Here India will get a good opportunity to make a strong position in the points table. A win against Zimbabwe could make the team’s path to the semi-finals easier.

Third match with West Indies

India’s third match in the Super-8 will be against West Indies on March 1 at the historic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This match at 7 pm could decide the group position. The real test for India’s bowling unit will be against the explosive batting of West Indies. However, India can get a big advantage on home ground.

Importance of run rate in Group-1

All four teams will give tough competition in Group-1. In such a situation, net run rate can play a very important role. India being the host can take advantage of domestic conditions. Team India is playing with full strength and is a strong contender to reach the semi-finals.

Semi-finals and finals after Super-8

After the Super-8, the semi-finals will be held on March 4 and 5. The first semi-final will be played in Colombo and the second at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The final will be held on March 8 in Ahmedabad or Colombo, depending on which team reaches the final. Reserve day has also been kept. England, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are in Group-2. Now a period of exciting matches has started for cricket fans.