T20 World Cup: Which teams can qualify for the semifinals and how?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Hafsa AdilFebruary 25, 2026 at 11:53 AM
T20 World Cup: Which teams can qualify for the semifinals and how?

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The T20 World Cup semifinals are within reach for several teams, with England already securing a spot after their two-wicket win over Pakistan. India, the defending champions, must win their next two games to qualify, and their fate is tied to other results in Group 1. To join England in the semis, India needs to secure four points from their remaining fixtures, which would see them qualify if other group results also favor them. The West Indies and Zimbabwe could also make it to the semifinals if South Africa loses one of its games. Other teams, such as Sri Lanka and Pakistan, are still in contention but face a challenging path to qualification. The remaining Super Eight teams have a chance to secure spots, with some teams better positioned than others due to their current standings and net run rate.

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