New Zealand national cricket team defeated South Africa national cricket team by nine wickets in the first semifinal of the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup at Eden Gardens on March 4, 2026. South Africa posted 169-8 in 20 overs before New Zealand chased down the target in just 12.5 overs, finishing at 173-1 to secure a dominant victory.
England defeated Sri Lanka by 51 runs in the 42nd Match of Super 8 Group 2 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 22, 2026. England posted 146-9 in 20 overs, led by Phil Salt’s 62 off 40 balls, before dismissing Sri Lanka for 95 in 16.4 overs, with Will Jacks returning figures of 3 for 22 to secure the result.
South Africa defeated India by 76 runs in the 43rd Match of Super 8 Group 1 at Narendra Modi Stadium on February 22, 2026. South Africa posted 187-7 in 20 overs, highlighted by David Miller’s 63 off 35 balls and Dewald Brevis’ 45 off 29, before bowling India out for 111 in 18.5 overs, with Marco Jansen returning figures of 4 for 22.
Australia defeated Oman by nine wickets in the 40th Match, Group B, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 20, 2026. Oman were bowled out for 104 in 16.2 overs before Australia raced to 108-1 in just 9.4 overs. A ruthless bowling display followed by an authoritative chase defined the contest.
