Latest ICC T20 World Cup Points Table – List of Teams Which Are Out of The World Cup Race Now
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup group stage has reached a dramatic turning point as of Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The biggest headline of the night: Australia are officially eliminated, marking one of the most shocking early exits in tournament history.
With just one Super 8 spot remaining, the qualification battle is now razor-sharp.
Let’s break down the full T20 World Cup 2026 points table, group-by-group status, eliminated teams, and the final qualification scenario.
Group A – India Through, USA vs Pakistan Decider
India national cricket team
- Matches: 3
- Wins: 3
- NRR: +3.050
- Points: 6
India are officially qualified. Their dominant Net Run Rate gives them one of the strongest statistical positions in the tournament.
United States national cricket team
- Matches: 4
- Points: 4
- NRR: +0.788
USA have completed their fixtures and now wait on results.
Pakistan national cricket team
- Matches: 3
- Points: 4
- NRR: -0.403
Pakistan’s fate is in their own hands. They face Namibia on February 18.
Qualification Equation:
- If Pakistan win convincingly and improve NRR beyond +0.788, they qualify.
- If Pakistan lose, USA create history and advance.
Eliminated
- Netherlands (2 pts)
- Namibia (0 pts)
Group B – Sri Lanka & Zimbabwe Through, Australia Out
Sri Lanka national cricket team
- 3 wins
- NRR: +2.462
- Points: 6
Zimbabwe national cricket team
- 2 wins + 1 washout
- NRR: +1.984
- Points: 5
Zimbabwe sealed qualification after the Ireland match was abandoned.
Australia’s Historic Exit
Australia national cricket team
- Matches: 3
- Points: 2
- Eliminated
Even if Australia defeat Oman in their final match, they can only reach 4 points. Zimbabwe’s 5 points make it mathematically impossible to qualify.
This marks one of the earliest exits for Australia in T20 World Cup history.
Eliminated
- Ireland (3 pts)
- Oman (0 pts)
Group C – West Indies & England Advance
West Indies cricket team
- 3/3 wins
- NRR: +1.820
- Points: 6
England cricket team
- 3 wins
- Points: 6
Scotland, Italy, and Nepal are eliminated.
Group D – South Africa & New Zealand Secure Spots
South Africa national cricket team
- 3 wins
- NRR: +1.477
- Points: 6
New Zealand national cricket team
- 3 wins
- Points: 6
Afghanistan, UAE, and Canada are officially out.
Teams Officially Qualified for Super 8 (7 Confirmed)
- India
- Sri Lanka
- Zimbabwe
- West Indies
- England
- South Africa
- New Zealand
Only one spot remains — from Group A.
Teams Eliminated (12 Confirmed)
- Australia
- Ireland
- Oman
- Netherlands
- Namibia
- Nepal
- Italy
- Scotland
- Canada
- UAE
- Afghanistan
- One more pending from Group A
Why Australia’s Exit Is Massive
Australia’s elimination wasn’t just about losses — it was about:
- Losing to Zimbabwe
- Losing to Sri Lanka
- Rain impacting Group B
- Net Run Rate disadvantage
The Ireland vs Zimbabwe washout proved decisive. One shared point sealed Australia’s fate.
This is arguably the biggest upset of T20 World Cup 2026 so far.
Pakistan vs USA – The Final Qualification Battle
Scenario 1: Pakistan Win Big
They must:
- Beat Namibia
- Improve NRR from -0.403 to above +0.788
A dominant win (large margin) is required.
Scenario 2: Pakistan Lose
USA qualify automatically.
The final Super 8 ticket will be decided tomorrow.
Updated T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table Snapshot
Group A Leader: India
Group B Leaders: Sri Lanka & Zimbabwe
Group C Leaders: West Indies & England
Group D Leaders: South Africa & New Zealand
The Super 8 stage is nearly set, and heavyweight clashes are coming.
