Super 8 drama unfolds in T20 World Cup 2026. Qualifiers India, South Africa, West Indies, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, England, Pakistan form two groups. India leads Group 1 with South Africa, West Indies, Zimbabwe. Group 2 heats up with Sri Lanka, New Zealand, England, Pakistan.
First ball February 21: New Zealand vs Pakistan, 7 PM, R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. Each squad plays three encounters, top two per group to semis.
Star Sports’ commentary heavyweights delivered predictions Friday. Cheteshwar Pujara: India, South Africa, Sri Lanka, New Zealand. Mohammad Kaif: India, South Africa, England, New Zealand. Varun Aaron: India, West Indies, England, Pakistan. Sanjay Bangar: India, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka. Yuzvendra Chahal: India, South Africa, England, New Zealand.
India unites all panels, underscoring their prowess post-2024 triumph. South Africa and New Zealand draw frequent nods, while England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka split opinions. West Indies and Zimbabwe lurk as spoilers. With high-stakes clashes looming, weather, form, and tactics will decide. This Super 8 phase could redefine legacies, delivering pulse-pounding cricket till the semis.