T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Rain Rules: Super 8 Rankings Decide If Matches Are Washed Out

The T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals between South Africa vs New Zealand and India vs England include reserve days to accommodate weather disruptions. If matches are washed out on both scheduled and reserve days, the team with the higher Super 8 group ranking will advance to the final. This rule replaces bowl-outs or coin tosses and emphasizes earlier stage performance. The ICC has allocated extra time on match days to complete play, reflecting a focus on fairness and consistency in knockout progression.