T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8: Schedule, Live Streaming, Key Matches, Weather Update All You Need to Know
Teams and Groups
The Super 8 stage will feature the following teams, divided into two groups:
Group 1:
India
Australia
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Group 2:
England
West Indies
South Africa
USA
Points System
Each team will play three matches within their group, facing each other team once. The points system for the Super 8 is straightforward:
Win: 2 points
Abandoned Match: 1 point each
Qualification Rules
The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals. In case of teams having equal points, the following tie-break rules will apply:
Most wins in the group
Higher net run rate
Head-to-head results between tied teams
ICC Men’s T20I Rankings as of May 31, 2024, if needed
India’s Schedule
The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, is set to face a challenging group in the Super 8. Here’s their schedule:
June 20: India vs Afghanistan at Bridgetown, Barbados
June 22: India vs Bangladesh at North Sound, Antigua
June 24: India vs Australia at Gros Islet, St Lucia
Match Timings and Broadcast
All of India’s matches in the Super 8 will start at 8 PM IST. Fans can watch the matches live on the Star Sports Network, with live streaming available on Disney+ Hotstar.
Standout Performances from the Group Stage
India enters the Super 8 with confidence after a strong performance in the group stage. The pacers, led by Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, and Mohammed Siraj, have been in excellent form, taking a combined total of 20 wickets. Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Suryakumar Yadav have also been crucial with the bat, providing stability and scoring crucial runs.
Challenges Ahead
Despite their strengths, India faces some challenges going into the Super 8. The spinners, particularly Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav, have had limited opportunities in the group stage. As the pitches in the Caribbean are expected to favor spin, their performance could be a deciding factor.
Venue Details
The matches in the Super 8 will be held at several iconic venues across the Caribbean, including:
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
Bridgetown, Barbados
Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, St Lucia
Arnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent
Key Fixtures
Several key fixtures in the Super 8 are set to attract significant attention:
June 19: USA vs South Africa at North Sound, Antigua
June 19: England vs West Indies at Gros Islet, St Lucia
June 21: England vs South Africa at Gros Islet, St Lucia
June 23: USA vs England at Bridgetown, Barbados
June 24: Australia vs India at Gros Islet, St Lucia