{"id":42043,"date":"2026-02-11T07:37:55","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T11:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/t20-world-cup-schedule-todays-matches-feb-11-12-lineup-finals-march-8\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T07:38:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T11:38:34","slug":"93893-t20-world-cup-schedule-today-s-matches-feb-11-12-lineup-finals-march-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/red94.net\/news\/93893-t20-world-cup-schedule-today-s-matches-feb-11-12-lineup-finals-march-8\/","title":{"rendered":"T20 World Cup schedule: Today’s matches, Feb 11-12 lineup, finals March 8"},"content":{"rendered":"

South Africa<\/b> edged Afghanistan<\/b> in a thrilling double super over today. The T20 World Cup<\/b> continues with three major matches<\/b> across India and Sri Lanka. Everything you need to know about the February 11-12 lineup<\/b> and path to the March 8 final<\/b>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Tournament dates<\/b>: Runs February 7 to March 8, 2026<\/b> across India and Sri Lanka.<\/li>\n
  • 20 teams competing<\/b>: Divided into 4 groups of 5<\/b> playing 55 total matches<\/b> before finals.<\/li>\n
  • Final scheduled<\/b>: March 8, 2026<\/b> at confirmed venue, with semifinals on March 4-5.<\/li>\n
  • Today’s action<\/b>: South Africa<\/b> beat Afghanistan<\/b> in dramatic double super over at Ahmedabad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    South Africa Stuns Afghanistan in Double Super Over Thriller<\/h2>\n

    South Africa<\/b> clinched an incredible victory over Afghanistan<\/b> in Match 13<\/b> today. Scores remained tied at 187 after regulation play<\/b>, forcing a nail-biting super over phase. Afghanistan<\/b> posted 17 runs<\/b> in the first super over without loss. South Africa<\/b> then responded with 18 runs<\/b> in the second super over for an unforgettable comeback. The Proteas won in what many call one of the greatest T20 World Cup matches ever played.<\/p>\n

    Rahmanullah Gurbaz<\/b> led Afghanistan’s<\/b> aggressive batting, while Reeza Hendrik<\/b> and David Miller<\/b> anchored South Africa’s<\/b> dramatic final chase. The match featured electrifying batting and nerve-wracking moments that kept fans on edge throughout multiple super overs.<\/p>\n

    February 11-12 Schedule Breakdown and Key Matchups<\/h2>\n

    February 11<\/b> features three crucial group-stage matches. Australia<\/b> takes on Ireland<\/b> at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, seeking dominance in Group B. Australia<\/b> posted 182 runs for 6 wickets<\/b> in their innings. England<\/b> faces West Indies<\/b> at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, a classic rivalry renewed on the tournament’s most dramatic day. Both matches carry implications for group qualification and seeding advancement.<\/p>\n

    February 12<\/b> brings four more matches<\/b> including India versus Namibia<\/b> at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Sri Lanka<\/b> hosts Oman<\/b> in Kandy, while Nepal<\/b> battles Italy<\/b> at Wankhede. These matches determine which teams advance to the Super 8 stage<\/b> starting February 21. India enters as defending champions with strong momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Match<\/td>\nTeams<\/td>\nVenue<\/td>\nDate<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    13<\/td>\nSouth Africa vs Afghanistan<\/td>\nAhmedabad<\/td>\nFeb 11<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    14<\/td>\nAustralia vs Ireland<\/td>\nColombo<\/td>\nFeb 11<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    15<\/td>\nEngland vs West Indies<\/td>\nMumbai<\/td>\nFeb 11<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    16-18<\/td>\nSri Lanka, Nepal, India matches<\/td>\nMultiple venues<\/td>\nFeb 12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    “South Africa edged Afghanistan in a second super over following a dramatic Group D game that was tied after regulation.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 Cricket.com.au<\/b>, Official Report<\/p>\n

    Tournament Structure and Path to the March 8 Final<\/h2>\n

    The T20 World Cup 2026<\/b> follows a clearly defined progression. Group stage matches<\/b> run through February 20<\/b>, with 40 total group matches<\/b> determining the 8 teams advancing<\/b> to the Super 8 stage. The top 2 teams from each of the 4 groups<\/b> move forward to face off in two pools of four. Super 8 stage<\/b> runs from February 21 to March 1<\/b> with 12 matches<\/b>. Finals week begins with two semifinals on March 4-5<\/b>, setting up the championship showdown.<\/p>\n

    The final takes place on March 8, 2026<\/b>, with venue confirmed as either Ahmedabad or Colombo depending on qualification scenarios. India and Sri Lanka<\/b> co-host across multiple iconic stadiums including Narendra Modi Stadium, Wankhede, Eden Gardens, and R. Premadasa. This tournament marks the 10th edition of men’s T20 cricket<\/b> at the world championship level.<\/p>\n

    Group Stage Highlights and Key Teams to Watch<\/h2>\n

    Group A<\/b> features India, Pakistan, USA, Netherlands, and Namibia<\/b>. India, Pakistan<\/b> clash on February 15<\/b> in a blockbuster matchup. Group B<\/b> includes Australia, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Zimbabwe, and Oman<\/b>. Group C<\/b> boasts England, West Indies, Scotland, Nepal, and Italy<\/b>. Group D<\/b> contains New Zealand, South Africa, Afghanistan, Canada, and UAE<\/b>. Each group champion typically advances as top seed.<\/p>\n

    Australia<\/b> scored 182 runs today<\/b> against Ireland<\/b>, signaling strong form heading forward. England, New Zealand, Pakistan<\/b> and Sri Lanka<\/b> enter as proven contenders. Afghanistan’s<\/b> double super over battle shows dangerous momentum despite today’s loss. Teams earning momentum in early matches gain psychological advantage for knockout stages.<\/p>\n

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    Watch: South Africa vs Afghanistan Super Over Highlights<\/h3>\n