When will India play in T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinal? Date, Venue, Timing, Opponents

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The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, has reached its thrilling knockout stages after an intense group phase and Super Eights.

With 20 teams competing in 55 matches from February 7 to March 8, the tournament has delivered high-octane cricket, featuring upsets, nail-biters, and standout performances. India, led by captain Rohit Sharma, has emerged as a strong contender, showcasing dominant batting and versatile bowling.

After topping their group with wins over the USA, Pakistan, and others, India advanced to the Super Eights, where they secured crucial victories, including a five-wicket triumph over West Indies on March 1 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 off 50 balls was pivotal in chasing down 196, confirming India's semifinal berth. This sets up a blockbuster rematch against familiar foes.

When will India play their T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinal?

India will play their semifinal on Thursday, March 5, 2026, against England at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The match is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST, with a reserve day available in case of weather interruptions. Wankhede, with a capacity of 33,108, has a rich history, including India's 2011 ODI World Cup final win, and favours high-scoring games due to its flat pitches and short boundaries. England, the Super Eights Group 2 toppers, qualified unbeaten, relying on aggressive batting from Jos Buttler and a potent spin attack led by Adil Rashid. This encounter echoes their 2022 T20 World Cup semifinal, where England knocked India out en route to the title. India's strength lies in their all-round depth, with Virat Kohli's experience and Jasprit Bumrah's death bowling proving decisive.

The full knockout schedule includes the first semifinal on Wednesday, March 4, between New Zealand and South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, starting at 7:00 PM IST. South Africa, unbeaten throughout, defeated Zimbabwe by five wickets in their last Super Eights game, while New Zealand advanced despite a rain-abandoned match against Pakistan. The winners will meet in the final on Sunday, March 8, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.