The T20 World Cup 2026 heats up with a triple bill of riveting encounters today, each carrying massive implications for semifinal spots. First blood at 11 AM IST in Delhi pits Afghanistan against UAE in Group D, where every run counts amid tight standings.
South Africa dominates Group D unbeaten, New Zealand trails with two triumphs, but Afghanistan’s campaign lies in tatters after defeats to New Zealand (five wickets) and a heart-stopping super over loss to South Africa. UAE showed grit, defeating Canada by five wickets following a humiliating 10-wicket loss to New Zealand.
Shifting to Kolkata’s Eden Gardens at 3 PM IST, England faces Italy in Group C fireworks. The English, with victories over Nepal and Scotland marred by a 30-run defeat to West Indies, meet Italy—who notched a stunning 10-wicket win over Nepal but suffered a 73-run hiding from Scotland. West Indies advances, Nepal bows out.
Capping the day is the marquee showdown at Pallekele at 7 PM IST: unbeaten Sri Lanka versus reeling Australia. The hosts dismantled Ireland and Oman, while the Aussies seek redemption after Zimbabwe’s shock win, having earlier crushed Ireland by 67 runs.
As twilight descends on Pallekele, expect fireworks that could swing group leadership and knockout hopes. This is cricket at its pulsating best, where underdogs dream and giants stumble.