The Super Eights stage of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup begins on Saturday, Feb 21, when New Zealand and Pakistan face each other at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The match starts at 7 pm local time (13:30 GMT) and will be followed by Al Jazeera Sport’s pre‑match coverage from 10:30 GMT.
Both sides are considered dark horses; Pakistan, the defending champions, secured a 102‑run win over Namibia to reach the Super Eights, while New Zealand also earned a spot after a strong group‑stage campaign. The encounter promises high‑pressure play as the teams aim to advance to the knockout rounds.