The T20 World Cup 2026 just cranked up the excitement several notches. With the Super 8 stage now taking shape, Group 1’s full schedule is out — and for Indian cricket fans, the fixtures are nothing short of mouth-watering. Buckle up, here’s everything you need to know.
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India vs South Africa Big News: Australia Are OUT 🏏
Before we dive into India’s schedule, let’s talk about the elephant in the room. Australia have been knocked out of the tournament — shockingly — after a washed-out Zimbabwe vs Ireland game handed both sides a point, sending Zimbabwe into the Super 8 alongside Sri Lanka. For context, this is only the second time since 2009 that Australia haven’t made it past the group stage. Painful exit for the Mitchell Marsh-led side.
Meanwhile, Zimbabwe qualify for the Super 8 for only the second time ever (the first was in 2022), making this a historic moment for African cricket.
T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 – Group 1 Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22 | 🇮🇳 India vs South Africa 🇿🇦 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 23 | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs West Indies 🇼🇮 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 26 | 🇿🇦 South Africa vs West Indies 🇼🇮 | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 3:00 PM |
| Feb 26 | 🇮🇳 India vs Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:00 PM |
| Mar 1 | 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe vs South Africa 🇿🇦 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 3:00 PM |
| Mar 1 | 🇮🇳 India vs West Indies 🇼🇮 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:00 PM |
What This Means for India
India open their Super 8 campaign against South Africa in Ahmedabad on Feb 22 — a fixture that promises intensity right from ball one. They then take on Zimbabwe in Chennai (Feb 26) before closing out the group stage against West Indies at Eden Gardens (Mar 1). Three iconic venues, three massive games. India need to win to seal a semifinal berth.
And yes — a potential India vs Pakistan clash in the semis or final remains very much on the cards, should Pakistan progress from Group A. The cricketing drama is far from over.
Learn more about the history of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on Wikipedia to appreciate just how high the stakes are at this stage.
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FAQs
Q: When does India play their first Super 8 match in T20 World Cup 2026?
India face South Africa on February 22, 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with the match starting at 7:00 PM IST.
Q: Why did Australia get knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2026?
Australia lost to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka in the group stage; the washout in the ZIM vs IRE game confirmed their exit — only their second group-stage elimination since 2009.
