The knockout stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is locked in, with four cricketing powerhouses set to battle for a place in the final. India sealed their semi-final berth after a thrilling five-wicket win over West Indies in their last Super 8 clash, successfully chasing 196 with four balls to spare. The victory knocked out the two-time champions and set up a blockbuster clash against England.
India will now take on England in the second semi-final on March 5 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. The match begins at 7:00 PM IST and is a rematch of the 2024 semi-final. England enter the contest in dominant form, having topped Group 2 with three straight Super 8 wins.
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The first semi-final will be played between South Africa and New Zealand on March 4 at Eden Gardens, also starting at 7:00 PM IST. South Africa advanced as Group 1 leaders, remaining unbeaten in the tournament so far, while New Zealand confirmed their spot after favorable results in the final round.
The winners of the two semi-finals will clash in the grand finale on March 8 at the world’s largest cricket stadium, Narendra Modi Stadium.
T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Schedule
| Match | Date | Teams | Venue | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-final 1 | Mar 4, 2026 | South Africa vs New Zealand | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7 PM IST |
| Semi-final 2 | Mar 5, 2026 | India vs England | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7 PM IST |
