T20 World Cup Super Eights: Key Matches and Predictions

Feb 20, 2026

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Feb 20, 2026 01:30

T20 World Cup: The stage is set for the big guns to fire

## Super Eights Begin

The T20 World Cup has reached the Super Eights stage, with India, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the West Indies forming Group 1. These teams topped their respective groups without losing a match. Group 2 consists of Sri Lanka, Pakistan, England, and New Zealand, who finished as runners-up in their groups.

## Key Matches

The Super Eights kick off with Pakistan facing New Zealand in Colombo. Pakistan is known for its unpredictability and could pose a challenge to the Kiwis, who were defeated by South Africa in their group match. Meanwhile, India will take on South Africa in Ahmedabad, a match that promises to be a thrilling encounter.

England will play co-hosts Sri Lanka in Kandy. England narrowly avoided elimination thanks to Sam Curran's performances, while Sri Lanka aims to recover from their loss to Zimbabwe. The West Indies will face Zimbabwe in Mumbai, with the latter proving to be a formidable opponent after surprising victories in the group stage.

## Predictions

In Group 1, India is expected to advance to the semi-finals, potentially joined by the West Indies. However, Zimbabwe's strong performance so far means they cannot be underestimated. In Group 2, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are favored to progress, though England and New Zealand will be looking to upset these predictions on sub-continent pitches.

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