The dust has settled on a historic and unpredictable group stage, and now the elite eight move to center stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
For fans in the USA and Canada, every boundary and match-winning wicket of the Super 8s will be available on Willow by Cricbuzz via TrillerTV. With tournament favorites falling and underdogs making history, the road to the semi-finals promises to be a masterclass in high-stakes T20 cricket. Here is your definitive guide to the Super 8 stage.
How to Watch the Super 8s in USA & Canada
To stream every match of the Super 8 stage live and on-demand, fans can access Willow by Cricbuzz through the TrillerTV platform.
- Streaming Platform: TrillerTV (Available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, and Fire TV)
- Access: A subscription to the Willow monthly or annual pass on TrillerTV unlocks the full tournament
- Features: Official HD broadcast, real-time stats integration, and full match replays for those catching up on early morning action in North America
The Journey to the Super 8s: Team Revues
Group 1 Contenders
- India: The defending champions cruised through Group A with a flawless 4-0 record, highlighted by a dominant win over Pakistan. Suryakumar Yadav remains the tactical heartbeat of a side that looks nearly unbeatable on home soil.
- South Africa: The Proteas finished the group stage unbeaten, surviving a tense thriller against the UAE. Dewald Brevis and Ryan Rickelton have provided the youthful spark for a side desperate to claim their first ICC trophy.
- West Indies: Moving through Group C without a single loss, the Windies have been the most aggressive side in the tournament. Skipper Shai Hope leads a lineup that balances heavy hitting with a revitalized pace attack.
- Zimbabwe: The tournament's "Cinderella story." By stunning Australia and maintaining composure through a rain-affected qualifier, Zimbabwe has reached the Super 8s for the first time, fueled by the veteran brilliance of Sikandar Raza.
Group 2 Contenders
- Pakistan: After an early scare, Pakistan secured qualification with a massive 102-run victory over Namibia. Sahibzada Farhan has emerged as the tournament's standout batter.
- England: Navigating a tricky group, England relied on Will Jacks' explosive hitting and Jofra Archer's return to fitness to secure their passage.
- New Zealand: The Black Caps survived the "Group of Death," overcoming a strong challenge from Canada. Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips have been key pillars.
- Sri Lanka: The co-hosts have leveraged local conditions to perfection, driven by Pathum Nissanka's record-breaking century and a passionate home crowd.
Super 8 Fixture List & Match Previews
The Super 8 stage features two groups. Group 1 matches will primarily take place in India, while Group 2 battles will be hosted in Sri Lanka.
- Feb 21: New Zealand vs Pakistan (Colombo, 8:30 AM EST) — A tactical battle between Pakistan's spin-heavy attack and New Zealand's strike-rotation mastery.
- Feb 22: Sri Lanka vs England (Pallekele, 4:30 AM EST) — England's power-hitters face Sri Lanka's mystery spin in humid Kandy conditions.
- Feb 22: India vs South Africa (Ahmedabad, 8:30 AM EST) — A rematch of the 2024 Final at the world's largest cricket stadium.
- Feb 23: Zimbabwe vs West Indies (Mumbai, 8:30 AM EST) — Power hitting meets disciplined bowling at the batter-friendly Wankhede.
- Feb 24: England vs Pakistan (Pallekele, 8:30 AM EST) — A virtual must-win clash between former champions.
- Feb 25: Sri Lanka vs New Zealand (Colombo, 8:30 AM EST) — A spin-dominated contest on familiar home turf.
- Feb 26: West Indies vs South Africa (Ahmedabad, 4:30 AM EST) — A battle of raw pace between elite fast-bowling attacks.
- Feb 26: India vs Zimbabwe (Chennai, 8:30 AM EST) — A spin-friendly test for Zimbabwe against the hosts.
- Feb 27: England vs New Zealand (Colombo, 8:30 AM EST) — A classic rivalry renewed with a semi-final spot likely on the line.
- Feb 28: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan (Pallekele, 8:30 AM EST) — Potentially a quarter-final atmosphere in front of a sold-out Kandy crowd.
- Mar 1: Zimbabwe vs South Africa (Delhi, 4:30 AM EST) — An all-African derby in the heart of Delhi.
- Mar 1: India vs West Indies (Kolkata, 8:30 AM EST) — A Super 8 finale at Eden Gardens expected to settle Group 1 standings.
Stars in Focus
- Abhishek Sharma (IND): The world's #1 T20I batter aiming to maintain his explosive strike rate.
- Sahibzada Farhan (PAK): The leading run-scorer of the group stage and a key figure for Pakistan's hopes.
- Sikandar Raza (ZIM): Zimbabwe's inspirational leader playing in peak form.
- Romario Shepherd (WI): A true game-changer with both bat and ball.
- Pathum Nissanka (SL): Sri Lanka's most consistent run-getter carrying massive expectations.
