Bangladesh decisively defeated Nepal by 21 runs on Monday, securing the final spot in the ICC T20 World Cup Super Eight stage. The tournament now progresses with two groups: Group 1 includes Australia, India, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, while Group 2 features South Africa, West Indies, USA, and England.
India and the USA advanced from Group A, with Australia and England progressing from Group B. Group C saw Afghanistan and West Indies qualify, while South Africa and Bangladesh emerged from Group D. In the next round, Group 1 will see India, Australia, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh competing, while Group 2 comprises West Indies, South Africa, England, and the USA.
During the Super Eight phase, each team will play three matches, aiming to secure a spot in the semi-finals. Action kicks off on June 19 in Antigua with USA versus South Africa, followed by West Indies versus England in St Lucia. The schedule includes key matchups like India versus Afghanistan on June 20 in Barbados and Afghanistan versus Australia on June 22 in St Vincent, showcasing intense competition and notable rivalries.
All 12 Super Eight matches will be held across Antigua, Barbados, St Lucia, and St Vincent, featuring prominent fixtures such as England versus South Africa on June 21 in St Lucia and Australia versus India on June 24 in St Lucia.