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NEW DELHI: The race to the knockouts at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has reached its decisive stage, with three semifinal spots already secured and one final berth still up for grabs.
England cricket team, South Africa national cricket team, and New Zealand national cricket team have officially booked their places in the last four of the 10th edition of the tournament.
The fourth semifinalist will be determined after the high-stakes Super 8 clash between India national cricket team and West Indies cricket team on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the knockout stage.
T20 WORLD CUP 2026: KNOCKOUT DATES CONFIRMED
The semifinals are slated for March 4 and March 5, while the final will be played on March 8.
T20 WORLD CUP 2026: QUALIFIED TEAMS
England, South Africa, New Zealand and TBD (between India and West Indies)
| Date | Match | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 4, Wednesday | Semi-final 1 | 7:00 PM | Kolkata |
| March 5, Thursday | Semi-final 2 | 7:00 PM | Mumbai |
ENGLAND
England became the first side to seal a semifinal berth from Super 8 Group 2. The two-time T20 champions registered crucial wins, including a commanding 51-run triumph over Sri Lanka, a two-wicket victory against Pakistan, and a four-wicket win over New Zealand to confirm their progression.
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa advanced from Super 8 Group 1 after impressive performances, highlighted by key victories against India and West Indies.
NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand emerged as the third semifinalist, progressing from Group 2 of the Super 8 stage with consistent performances.
THE FINAL SPOT: INDIA OR WEST INDIES
The last remaining semifinal place will go to either India or West Indies from Group 1. Their Super 8 encounter effectively serves as a virtual quarterfinal, with qualification on the line.
SEMIFINAL FORMAT: EXPLAINED
As per tournament rules:
The Group 2 winners will face the Group 1 runners-up
The Group 1 winners will take on the Group 2 runners-up
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