The T20 World Cup 2024 is shaping up to be a rollercoaster ride, packed with surprises and unexpected twists. As the group stage heats up, fans are buzzing with anticipation for the transition to the Super 8. So, what exactly is the Super 8 stage, and how do teams qualify for it? Let’s break it down!
What is Super 8 in T20 World Cup?
The Super 8 stage kicks off on June 19 and runs until June 25. The T20 World Cup final will take place on June 29, following the semi-finals on June 27. The Super 8 is split into two groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals to compete for a spot in the final.
Here’s how the groups are formed:
- Group 1: First place from Groups A and C, second place from Groups B and D.
- Group 2: First place from Groups B and D, second place from Groups A and C.
Each team will play three matches in the Super 8 stage, facing every other team in its group.
T20 World Cup Super 8 Schedule
- June 19
- A2 vs D1 (Group 2) – 8:00 PM – Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
- June 20
- B1 vs C2 (Group 2) – 6:00 AM – Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Saint Lucia
- C1 vs A1 (Group 1) – 8:00 PM – Kensington Oval, Barbados
- June 21
- B2 vs D2 (Group 1) – 6:00 AM – Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
- B1 vs D1 (Group 2) – 8:00 PM – Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Saint Lucia
- June 22
- A2 vs C2 (Group 2) – 6:00 AM – Kensington Oval, Barbados
- A1 vs D2 (Group 1) – 8:00 PM – Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
- June 23
- C1 vs B2 (Group 1) – 6:00 AM – Amos Vale Stadium, Saint Vincent
- A2 vs B1 (Group 2) – 8:00 PM – Kensington Oval, Barbados
- June 24
- C2 vs D1 (Group 2) – 6:00 AM – Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
- B2 vs A1 (Group 1) – 8:00 PM – Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Saint Lucia
- June 25
- C1 vs D2 (Group 1) – 6:00 AM – Amos Vale Stadium, Saint Vincent
The excitement is building as teams fight to secure their spots in the Super 8. Stay tuned for what promises to be an action-packed stage of the T20 World Cup!
