Super 8 race narrows as semi-final picture begins to take shape at T20 World Cup
Confirmed semi-finalists
England and South Africa have secured progression after winning their opening two Super 8 matches.
England top Group 2 with two wins from two and four points, while South Africa lead Group 1 with an identical record. Both sides are guaranteed to finish inside the top two of their respective groups.
Group 1: India and West Indies set for decisive clash
- South Africa – 4 pts (Qualified)
- West Indies – 2 pts (NRR 1.79)
- India – 2 pts (NRR -0.1)
- Zimbabwe – 0 pts (Eliminated)
Zimbabwe were eliminated following their defeat to India on 26 February.
With South Africa already through, the remaining semi-final place from Group 1 will effectively be decided when India meet West Indies on 1 March. Both sides enter the contest level on two points, though West Indies currently hold a superior net run-rate.
The winner of that fixture will secure qualification.
Group 2: New Zealand and Pakistan still in contention
- England – 4 pts (Qualified)
- New Zealand – 3 pts (NRR 3.050)
- Pakistan – 1 pt (NRR -0.461)
- Sri Lanka – 0 pts (Eliminated)
Sri Lanka were eliminated after their loss to New Zealand on 25 February.
New Zealand will advance to the semi-finals if they defeat England in their final group match. They can also qualify if Pakistan fail to beat Sri Lanka.
Pakistan remain mathematically alive. If New Zealand lose to England, Pakistan could progress by defeating Sri Lanka, though qualification would then be determined by net run-rate.
How qualification is decided
The Super 8 stage features two groups of four teams. Each team plays three matches within its group, and the top two sides advance to the semi-finals. The winner of each group faces the runner-up from the opposite group.
When teams finish level on points, net run-rate (NRR) is used to separate them. NRR is calculated by subtracting the opposition’s run rate from a team’s run rate across all matches. If a side is bowled out before completing its allotted overs, the full quota of overs is used for calculation purposes.
