ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Schedule, Venue, and Rain Rules Explained

The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 first semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand will be held on March 4 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with a 7:00 PM IST start. The venue offers a batting-friendly pitch with potential spin influence later and dew aiding chasing teams. A reserve day on March 5 is scheduled if the match is interrupted. If no minimum 10-over game is completed across both days, the higher-ranked team from the Super 8 stage, South Africa, will advance. Similar rules apply to the India vs England semi-final, where the higher-ranked team progresses if rain causes abandonment.