The T20 World Cup 2026 standings highlight the performance of the teams in the tournament and which ones advanced to the various stages. ICC World Cup 2026 was a stage 1 tournament that saw 20 teams split into four groups, with the top two teams of each group advancing to the Super Eight stage.
India and Sri Lanka were the hosts of the tournament, and the tournament had 55 matches. The group stage was followed by the Super Eights and semi-final and final stages.
But how had the teams been ranked, and what did the final points tables look like?
How Were Teams Ranked in the T20 World Cup 2026?
The teams were mainly ranked by their points, which they earned in their matches. Two points were awarded for a win, and none for a loss. If a match for a team resulted in no scoring, one point was awarded to both teams.
QRR was a crucial element in deciding the ranking when teams had equal points.
The fundamental standings were therefore taken into account:
- Matches played
- Wins
- Losses
- Ties
- No-results
- Points
- Net Run Rate
This was because every group stage game held significance as both points and NRR could impact qualification and finishing positions.
Who Made the Group A Standings for T20 World Cup 2026?
Group A comprised India, Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia.
India had a clean sweep in the group stage, winning all four and earning eight points. Pakistan advanced to the Super Eights with six points and came second.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | India | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | +2.500 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | +0.976 |
| 3 | USA | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +0.788 |
| 4 | Netherlands | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -1.217 |
| 5 | Namibia | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | -3.108 |
What Were the T20 World Cup 2026 Group B Standings?
Australia, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Ireland and Oman were the five members of Group B.
Zimbabwe ended up at the top after recording seven points from four games, one of which was a draw. Sri Lanka were runners-up with six points and advanced to the Super Eights.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | Zimbabwe | 4 | 3 | 0 | 7 | +1.506 |
| 2 | Sri Lanka | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | +1.741 |
| 3 | Australia | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +1.523 |
| 4 | Ireland | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | +0.150 |
| 5 | Oman | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | -4.845 |
What Were the T20 World Cup 2026 Group C Standings?
West Indies finished the group stage unscored and picked up eight points. England claimed two points to enter both teams in the Super Eights.
| Position | Team | Played |
Won |
Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | West Indies | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | +1.874 |
| 2 | England | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | +0.201 |
| 3 | Scotland | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | +0.184 |
| 4 | Italy | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -1.020 |
| 5 | Nepal | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -1.349 |
What Were the T20 World Cup 2026 Group D Standings?
South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates were in Group D.
South Africa completed the round in first place with an unblemished eight points, and New Zealand was second with six points. Both teams qualified for the Super Eights.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | South Africa | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | +1.943 |
| 2 | New Zealand | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | +1.227 |
| 3 | Afghanistan | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +0.889 |
| 4 | UAE | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -1.364 |
| 5 | Canada | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | -1.865 |
Which Teams Qualified for the Super Eights?
The top two from each group advanced to the Super Eight stage. India, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, West Indies, England, South Africa and New Zealand were the eight teams.
These teams then went into two Super 8 groups.
What were the Super 8 Group 1 Score Standings?
South Africa won all three games in Group 1 of the Super Eight to top the table with six points. The Indians secured their spot in the semi-finals by getting four points, finishing second.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | South Africa | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | +2.259 |
| 2 | India | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | +0.106 |
| 3 | West Indies | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | +0.993 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -3.415 |
What Were the Super 8 Group 2 Standings?
England finished in first place in Super 8 Group 2 with six points, having won all three matches. New Zealand had a 3-point advantage and advanced to the semi-finals. Pakistan finished with the same number of points, but New Zealand’s position was better in the final table.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | England | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | +1.096 |
| 2 | New Zealand | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | +1.390 |
| 3 | Pakistan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -0.123 |
| 4 | Sri Lanka | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -1.950 |
How Did Net Run Rate Affect the Standings?
When two teams have the same number of points, Net Run Rate (NRR) can sometimes play a crucial role.
NRR is a very general indicator of the difference between a team’s scoring rate and an opponent’s scoring rate. Therefore, a better NRR will enable teams to be separated in case of an equal-point draw.
This was especially true of the Super Eight stage, where New Zealand and Pakistan had the same number of points, with three. New Zealand’s higher NRR catapulted them to the top of the final Super 8 Group 2 table in front of Pakistan.
Which Teams Reached the Semi-Finals?
The top two in each of the Super Eight groups advanced to the semi-finals.
The four semi-finalists were:
- South Africa
- India
- England
- New Zealand
The two teams that advanced to the semi-finals would then be decided in the semi-finals to face each other in the tournament final.
Who Won the T20 World Cup 2026?
The Indian cricket team emerged victorious in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad, securing a 96-run win to claim their maiden T20 World Cup title. With the win, India became the third country to win the Men’s T20 World Cup, and the first team to defend the Men’s T20 World Cup title successfully.
As a result, the points table decided who moved on and who finished in the group and Super Eight stages, but the knockouts ultimately decided the winner of the tournament.
Why is it that the T20 World Cup Standings are Important?
The standings give a quick overview of the performance of the teams in the competition.
They show:
- Number of games played by each team
- The number of matches that each team has won
- How many points they got
- Whether the matches were drawn (no score) or not (no score).
- The impact on positions because of Net Run Rate
- Who got through to the next round
The points table can be especially useful for fans following the tournament – sometimes qualification is based on a final match in a group.
What Should Fans Check in the T20 World Cup 2026 Standings?
While looking through the T20 World Cup 2026 Standings, fans must not only pay attention to the column of the position.
The most significant numbers are points and NRR. Usually, the team with the higher points will be in a higher position, but when teams have the same number of points, NRR can be the deciding factor.
The standings should also be reviewed in relation to the stage that they are at: the group-stage table and the Super Eight table are two different tables from different parts of the tournament.
Conclusion
The T20 World Cup 2026 standings were largely based on points from the results of the matches, and the Net Run Rate was used as a tiebreaker if the points were tied between two teams.
India, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, West Indies, England, South Africa and New Zealand picked up spots in the elimination round after securing the top two in each of their groups. South Africa, India, England and New Zealand then went through the semi-finals.
India went on to win the final against New Zealand to win the 2026 T20 World Cup.
FAQs About T20 World Cup 2026 Standings
In how many places are the teams in the T20 World Cup 2026?
The teams are ranked mainly according to their points from the games. In the event of teams having equal points, Net Run Rate shall come into consideration.
How many points does a team get for a win?
A team scores 2 points if it wins. If a team loses, they score no points; if a game is a no result (no winner), each team gets one point.
In Group A, which team was in first place?
India won all four games in Group A to claim a Group A victory and finished first in their group.
What are the teams that are still progressing in Group A?
India and Pakistan were in the top two of Group A and advanced to Super Eights.
What is Net Run Rate in T20 Cricket?
Net Run Rate is a formula that allows for comparisons to be made between the scores of teams and their opponents. Can be used as a tiebreaker if teams are tied on points.
