The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has completed its league stage and is now entering the Super-8 phase. This mega tournament features 20 teams, and only 8 have advanced to compete in this new round, set to kick off on Saturday (February 21) with the initial match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo at 7 PM Indian time. The Super-8 phase is crucial as it distills the competition to the best teams, following several thrilling matches and unexpected results in the group stage.

In the lead-up to the Super-8, the tournament saw intense competition, resulting in significant upsets. Seven of the eight pre-seeded teams successfully made it to the Super-8, with Australia failing to qualify. Instead, Zimbabwe took Australia’s place in the next round. The teams that will be competing in the Super-8 include India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, New Zealand, South Africa, West Indies, England, and Zimbabwe, which are divided into two groups of four.

This new format not only raises the stakes for the remaining teams but also provides fans with a high level of excitement as top teams face off against each other. The groupings and matchups are designed to showcase the best of T20 cricket, making the Super-8 stage a pivotal moment in the tournament as teams vie for a place in the finals.