India-Pakistan Semifinal Clash Ruled Out in T20 World Cup 2026; Final Still Possible

The possibility of an India-Pakistan semifinal clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has been ruled out following England's win over Pakistan, which altered the tournament bracket. Both teams are now projected to finish as runners-up in their groups, placing them on opposite sides of the knockout stage. While a semifinal meeting is impossible, an India-Pakistan final remains theoretically possible if both teams win their respective semifinals. Meanwhile, all three major Asian teams—India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—face challenging qualification scenarios amid historic tournament dynamics.