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Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.
From qualification rules to confirmed teams and the February 21 schedule, here's a quick guide to the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
After a setback against India, Pakistan face Namibia on February 18 in a must-win T20 World Cup 2026 clash. Usman Tariq says the team has addressed its mistakes and remains confident.
UAE coach Lalchand Rajput, who earlier coached Zimbabwe for five years, says their T20 World Cup surge is good for cricket, as he reflects on his current team UAE's progress and associate growth.
With six teams already qualified for the Super 8 round, six teams across two groups are fighting for the remaining two spots in the next stage.
From the Super 8 format to the remaining Group fixtures, here's all you need to know about the teams that have qualified for the next round of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Azmatullah Omarzai claimed four wickets to restrict UAE to 160 for 9 and later scored the winning run with a boundary to complete the chase.
Australia's Super 8 qualification scenario: With two games left, winning both will keep Aussies' Super 8 hopes alive and give them the best chance of progressing to the next stage
Though Namibia are out of Super 8 contention, their final Group A match against Pakistan on February 18 could decide the second team from the group to reach the next stage.
India hammered Pakistan by 61 runs to enter the Super 8 of ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Axar Patel said the win came from clear roles, calm minds and smart spin plans.
India vs Pakistan, Colombo weather live updates: Rain continues to stay away from the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
The latest episode follows three similar occasions during the Asia Cup 2025, where Suryakumar had refrained from engaging in the customary handshake with his Pakistan counterpart
The return of Abhishek to India's playing 11 was confirmed by captain Suryakumar Yadav on the eve of the India vs Pakistan encounter.
India enter the contest with an impressive record at the R Premadasa Stadium, having won 11 of their 15 T20Is at the venue - the best win percentage by any team
Showers forecast on Saturday could disrupt preparations, with India scheduled to train at the venue. Rain may affect their final practice session ahead of the match.
Tilak informed that Abhishek has been discharged today from the hospital after a checkup and could be available for selection as well.
Despite the lack of night sessions, the Namibia captain insisted his side would embrace the occasion at the Kotla, where a packed crowd is expected.
Cues from India's net session: Abhishek is unlikely to feature in India's playing 11 vs Namibia as he did not take part in the net session. Jasprit Bumrah bowled at full throttle
If Abhishek is ruled out, India could turn to Sanju Samson as an opening option. But Samson didn't bat for long and seen getting massage on his right arm during practice session in Delhi
During the practice session, India's hard-hitting batter Abhishek Sharma was absent while the rest of the squad trained at the Kotla.
Reflecting on his form, de Leede said committing fully to international cricket had allowed him to focus on improving his game, particularly with the T20 World Cup in mind.