India’s Path in the Super 8 Stage
Team India, along with Australia, West Indies, and South Africa, have secured their places in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 stage. Four additional spots are still up for grabs, making the competition even more exciting. The ICC has already set the stage for the Super 8 matchups. As A1, India will face Australia, tagged as B2, in a much-anticipated match on June 24 in St. Lucia.
India’s Super 8 Schedule
India’s journey in the Super 8 kicks off on June 20 in Bridgetown, Barbados, where they will likely face Afghanistan, the top team from Group C. Given the current standings and ICC preferences, Afghanistan is expected to pose a significant challenge.
Next, India will head to Antigua for their second match on June 22. Here, they will compete against the second-placed team from Group D. This group is fiercely contested by Bangladesh, Netherlands, and Nepal, but Bangladesh is the favorite to clinch the spot.
India vs Australia: The Final Showdown
The final match for India in the Super 8 stage is a highly anticipated clash against Australia on June 24 in St. Lucia. Australia has dominated Group B with three consecutive wins, and despite their group stage finish, the ICC has pre-seeded them as B2, ensuring a thrilling encounter with India, designated as A1. This match promises to be a highlight of the Super 8 stage, bringing together two cricketing giants.