The T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eights stage is heating up with dramatic results, qualification twists, and emotional moments. India kept their semifinal
hopes alive with a dominant win, while other teams jockey for knockout spots in this high-stakes phase.
Have a look at the T20 World Cup Bulletin for February 27 here. Check out the unmissable stories from the tournament.
India crush Zimbabwe by 76 runs
India delivered a commanding performance in their must-win Super Eights clash against Zimbabwe, posting a massive 256/4, the highest total of the tournament, before restricting the opposition to 184/6 for a convincing 72-run victory (note: some reports cite close to 76, but official margin is 72). Hardik Pandya's unbeaten 50 off 23 balls powered the innings, boosting India's net run rate and keeping their title defense on track.
Suryakumar Yadav not happy with bowlers after win
Despite India's thumping 72-run win over Zimbabwe, captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling unit's execution. He emphasized the need for greater clinical precision, noting that while the batting fired, the bowlers allowed Zimbabwe's Brian Bennett to score a defiant 97*, preventing an even bigger margin and highlighting areas for improvement ahead of tougher challenges.
Abhishek Sharma returns to form with Fifty
Abhishek Sharma rediscovered his explosive touch after a string of low scores, smashing a brisk 55 off 30 balls (4 fours, 4 sixes) to open India's innings strongly against Zimbabwe. His aggressive knock laid the foundation for the 256/4 total, earning praise for breaking his lean patch and providing the impetus India needed in a do-or-die contest.
South Africa qualify for semis after West Indies win
South Africa secured their spot in the semifinals as the first team from Group 1 to qualify, following their earlier commanding victory over West Indies. India's subsequent win over Zimbabwe eliminated the Chevrons and confirmed the Proteas' progression with an unbeaten record and superior net run rate, solidifying their dominance in the group.
India set for virtual quarterfinal against West Indies
India's victory over Zimbabwe set up a high-stakes virtual quarterfinal against West Indies on Sunday in Kolkata. Both teams are tied on 2 points from their Super Eights matches, with the winner advancing to the semifinals alongside South Africa. A washout would favor West Indies due to their better net run rate, making it a true knockout encounter.
Rinku Singh's father passes away
Indian batter Rinku Singh faced a heartbreaking personal loss as his father, Khanchand Singh, passed away after a battle with stage-four cancer. Rinku had briefly left the team camp earlier to be by his side amid the tournament. The cricket fraternity extended condolences, with the emotional news coming just ahead of India's crucial clash against West Indies.
Arshdeep Singh eclipses Jasprit Bumrah
Arshdeep Singh etched his name in the record books during the win over Zimbabwe, claiming 3/24 to surpass Jasprit Bumrah as India's leading wicket-taker in T20 World Cup history. His brace in the death overs broke a key partnership, underscoring his growing stature as a vital cog in the Indian bowling attack. He currently has 35 T20 World Cup wickets compared to Bumrah's 33, who went wicketless against Zimbabwe.
England face New Zealand as Pakistan pray for English win
In Group 2, England, already qualified for the semifinals, take on New Zealand in a key clash. Pakistan, still in contention for the second spot, desperately need an England victory (ideally by a big margin) to keep their hopes alive, as a New Zealand win or washout would likely eliminate them before their final game against Sri Lanka.
