The Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024 has arrived. After 40 matches in the group stage, eight teams have made it to the next round. Team India topped Group A, with three wins. Their last game against Canada in Florida was abandoned due to a wet outfield. The real test for Team India begins now.
Who are India’s opponents and where are the fixtures? Which venues will Rohit Sharma and company play in the West Indies? How are the pitches likely to behave? What’s the start time for Team India’s fixtures?
Just sit back and relax, we got all of this and more covered for you.
Who are Team India’s opponents in Super 8?
Team India is clubbed in Group 1, alongside, former champions Australia, the very dangerous Afghanistan, and unpredictable Bangladesh.
India will take on Afghanistan in their opening Super 8 match on June 20, at Barbados in Bridgetown, also the venue of the final. Team India next locks horns with Bangladesh on June 22, at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. The third and final match will witness India take on Australia scheduled for June 24 in Gros Islet.
How can India qualify for the semi-finals?
For India to qualify for the semi-finals, they need to register a minimum of two wins out of three matches. Only the top two teams will make it to the semis. This means every match becomes important for Team India, and there is no margin of error from here on.
What venues will Team India be playing at?
Team India will be playing a total of three matches in the Super 8s, in three different venues. The first one against Afghanistan comes at Bridgetown in Barbados.
In the second match against Bangladesh, Team India travels to the North Sound in Antigua. For the final match, the Blues will have to pack their bags and go to Gros Islet, where they take on 2021 edition champions Australia.
How are the pitches likely to behave?
The Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, also the venue of the final, is arguably the best batting surface in the T20 World Cup 2024. The only score of 200 or more in the tournament came at the venue, in the game between Australia and England. The pitch also provides some assistance to slow bowlers, especially wrist spinners.
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua will host a total of four Super 8 matches. The pitch has been a tough one for batters in the Group stage. Scotland chased down 151 to win against Oman, also the highest score at the venue. Bowlers have dominated the proceedings, with fast bowlers picking wickets upfront, and spinners troubling the middle and the lower order consistently.
Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet is due to host three Super 8 matches. This also includes the big one between Australia and India on June 24. In the two matches played at the Group stage, batters dominated the proceedings. Three out of the four teams scored more than 180 runs at the venue. Sri Lanka top scored with 201 runs against the Netherlands.
Start Time for Team India’s matches
All of Team India’s Super 8 matches are day games, in case you are in the West Indies. The matches will start at 10:30 am local time, and 2:30 pm GMT. In case you are watching from India, then you may enjoy the matches on Disney + Hotstar from 8 pm onwards.
Also Read: What is Team India’s record in Super 8s?
