The T20 World Cup 2024, currently being hosted by the USA and the West Indies, is now advancing towards the Super-8 stage. The 38 matches of the group stage have been played. Today, the 39th match will be played between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea, while on June 18, the West Indies will face Afghanistan. However, these two matches will not have any impact. The eight teams for the Super-8 have already been determined. The Super-8 round will start on June 19. Twenty teams participated in this World Cup, divided into four groups of five each. The top two teams from each group have reached the Super-8.
All Teams for Super 8
The eight teams for the Super-8 have been decided. This T20 World Cup has witnessed some major upsets. Afghanistan surprised a major team like New Zealand, while the USA shocked the Pakistan team. This time, former champion teams like New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka will not be seen in the Super-8. Instead, new and strong teams like the USA and Afghanistan have secured their spots. India, Australia, South Africa, West Indies, Afghanistan, USA, England, and Bangladesh have qualified for the Super-8.
Also read: NZ vs PNG: Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report (T20 World Cup 2024 Match 39)
Super 8 Schedule
The Super-8 round will begin on June 19 with a match between the USA and South Africa. In this round, there are two groups. Each team in a group will play three matches. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semifinals. The seedings for the Super-8 round were determined before the tournament started. For instance, even if India finished second in their group, they would still be considered A1 upon qualifying for the Super-8. Similarly, teams like Australia and South Africa have specific designations. Although Australia topped their group (B), they are designated as B2. The semifinals will be held on June 26 and 27, with the final match taking place in Barbados on June 29. Here is the schedule for the Super-8.
| Match | Date | Indian Standard Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA vs South Africa | June 19 | 8:00 PM | Antigua |
| England vs West Indies | June 20 | 6:00 AM | St. Lucia |
| Afghanistan vs India | June 20 | 8:00 PM | Barbados |
| Australia vs Bangladesh | June 21 | 6:00 AM | Antigua |
| England vs South Africa | June 21 | 8:00 PM | St. Lucia |
| USA vs West Indies | June 22 | 6:00 AM | Barbados |
| India vs Bangladesh | June 22 | 8:00 PM | Antigua |
| Afghanistan vs Australia | June 23 | 6:00 AM | St. Vincent |
| USA vs England | June 23 | 8:00 PM | Barbados |
| West Indies vs South Africa | June 24 | 6:00 AM | Antigua |
| Australia vs India | June 24 | 8:00 PM | St. Lucia |
| Afghanistan vs Bangladesh | June 25 | 6:00 AM | St. Vincent |