India T20 World Cup semi-final: Date, time, venue, and match schedule details

NEW DELHI: The knockout stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 is locked in, with four heavyweights gearing up for a final push towards glory. India sealed their semi-final berth after a thrilling win over the West Indies in their last Super 8 fixture at the Eden Gardens, setting up a blockbuster clash against England.

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The defending champions chased down 196 with four balls to spare and five wickets in hand, knocking out the two-time winners in a high-pressure encounter in Kolkata. West Indies posted a competitive 195 after being asked to bat first, but India held their nerve in a must-win game to storm into the last four.

India T20 World Cup Semi-Final: Date, Time, Venue

India will face England in the second semi-final on March 5 at 7:00 PM IST at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium. The contest is a repeat of the 2024 semi-final and promises fireworks, with England topping Group 2 after winning all three of their Super 8 matches.

The first semi-final will be played on March 4 at 7:00 PM IST, featuring South Africa and New Zealand at the historic Eden Gardens. South Africa advanced as Group 1 leaders, maintaining their unbeaten run, while New Zealand confirmed qualification after favourable results elsewhere.

T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Schedule

• March 4: South Africa vs New Zealand – Eden Gardens, Kolkata – 7:00 PM IST
• March 5: India vs England – Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai – 7:00 PM IST

The winners will meet in the grand finale on March 8 at the colossal Narendra Modi Stadium, where the 2026 champions will be crowned.

England, led by Harry Brook, recovered from a scratchy group stage — including a last-ball thriller against Nepal — to dominate the Super 8s with wins over Sri Lanka, Pakistan and New Zealand. Will Jacks has been in sensational form, while Jofra Archer appears back to his fiery best.

India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, found peak rhythm at the right time. Sanju Samson has strengthened the top order, Jasprit Bumrah has led the pace attack superbly, and Varun Chakravarthy’s 12 wickets underline India’s spin threat.


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