The Super Eights stage of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup kicks off on Saturday, February 21, with New Zealand facing Pakistan at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The match begins at 7 pm local time (13:30 GMT) and will be followed by Al Jazeera Sport’s buildup from 10:30 GMT, leading into the live commentary stream.
Pakistan, the previous champions, entered the stage after a dominant 102‑run win over Namibia, with Shadab Khan claiming 3‑19 and scoring 36. New Zealand, also a dark‑horse contender, secured their spot with a strong group‑stage performance. Both sides are poised to challenge the tournament favourites in a high‑pressure showdown.