As of the conclusion of clash between India and South Africa on February 22, South Africa defeated India by 76 runs with 7 balls to spare, the Super 8 standings have taken a definitive shape. While Group 2 has seen England emerge as early frontrunners, the results in Group 1 have tonight pushed the defending champions into a precarious “must-win” territory.
South Africa and England have claimed the top spots in Super 8 standings in group 1 and group 2 respectively. The World No. 1 team India finds themselves at the bottom of the group 1 table.
Super 8 Group 1: India at the Bottom After Heavy Loss
In Group 1, South Africa’s clinical performance in Ahmedabad has propelled them to the top of the table. India, despite a strong showing in the group stages, starts the Super 8s at the bottom following their opening defeat.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | South Africa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +3.456 |
| 2 | West Indies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 3 | Zimbabwe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 4 | India | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -3.456 |
Super 8 Group 2: England Dominates Early
In Group 2, England secured a massive victory over co-hosts Sri Lanka to claim the top spot. The opening match of this group between Pakistan and New Zealand was abandoned due to rain, leaving both teams with a point each.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | NR | Points | NRR |
| 1 | England | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +2.550 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 3 | New Zealand | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 4 | Sri Lanka | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -2.550 |
Qualification Scenario: The “2-Win” Benchmark
Under the ICC Super 8 format, the top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals on March 4 and 5.
India’s Path: Following tonight’s loss, India must win their remaining two fixtures against Zimbabwe (Feb 26) and the West Indies (Mar 1) to reach 4 points and stay in contention.
Tie-Breakers: If teams finish level on points, the Net Run Rate (NRR) will be the primary tie-breaker, followed by the head-to-head result.
Upcoming Key Fixtures
Feb 23: West Indies vs Zimbabwe (Mumbai)
Feb 24: England vs Pakistan (Pallekele)
Feb 25: Sri Lanka vs New Zealand (Colombo)
