Delhi: Thursday, i.e. 26th February, can prove to be a very decisive day in the Super-8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. The results of the two matches played on this day will make it almost clear which teams will advance in the race for a place in the semi-finals. Indian team’s match is against Zimbabwe, but the match before that can also have a direct impact on India’s fortunes.

South Africa vs West Indies match in the afternoon

The first match of the day will be played between South Africa and West Indies at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad from 3 pm, while the toss will take place at 2.30 pm. The match may be between these two teams, but the eyes of Indian players and fans will be fixed on this result. The result of this match will decide how easy or difficult the path will be for India to reach the last four.

India and Zimbabwe face to face in the evening

The second match between India and Zimbabwe in Chennai will start at 7 pm, while the toss will be done at 6:30 pm. India’s situation has become challenging after losing to South Africa in its first match of Super-8. Now the team has only one way to bounce back – to win both its remaining matches.

Road to semi-finals: Not just victory, big victory is necessary

The Indian team will first have to defeat Zimbabwe and then win the match against West Indies on March 1. Just winning will not be enough, but it will also be necessary to win by a big margin for better net run rate.

India eyes South Africa’s victory

The ideal situation for India would be if South Africa beats West Indies. If this happens, West Indies will be on limited points after two matches, which will strengthen India’s chances of reaching the semi-finals.

Now everyone’s eyes will be on these two matches of Thursday. The results of these matches will not only change the position of the points table, but will also decide which teams can take the lead in the race for the last four.

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