The group stage of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has concluded with several sides confirmed as eliminated.
Only the top two teams from each group advance to the Super 8 round.
Multiple teams have now been officially knocked out after failing to secure enough points or net run rate to finish in the top two.
The teams eliminated from T20 World Cup 2026 span both full ICC members and associate nations.
Teams Eliminated from T20 World Cup 2026
The Super 8 stage begins on February 21, 2026, making the stakes of every group game decisive for qualification.
Teams Eliminated from T20 World Cup 2026
Nine teams have now exited the tournament after the group stage concluded. The complete list of teams out from t20 world cup 2026 is confirmed below.
| Team | Group | Status | Key Reason for Elimination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Group Stage | Eliminated | Washout vs Ireland hurt qualification chances |
| Nepal | Group Stage | Eliminated | First team knocked out |
| Oman | Group Stage | Eliminated | Failed to finish in the top two |
| Namibia | Group Stage | Eliminated | Points deficit |
| Ireland | Group Stage | Eliminated | Net run rate impact |
| Scotland | Group Stage | Eliminated | Lost crucial matches |
| Italy | Group Stage | Eliminated | Inconsistent performance |
| United Arab Emirates | Group Stage | Eliminated | Points shortfall |
| Canada | Group Stage | Eliminated | Bottom finish in the group |
All nine teams finished outside the top two positions in their respective groups.
The list of teams out from T20 World Cup 2026 includes both high-profile full members and associate nations that could not sustain consistent results across the group stage.
Key Highlights of Eliminations
- Australia’s Early Exit: The most high-profile elimination of the group stage, Australia’s Super 8 hopes were severely damaged by a washout against Ireland. The abandoned match cost them points at a critical moment and they could not recover in time to secure qualification.
- Nepal’s Campaign Ends First: Nepal became the first team officially eliminated from the tournament. Despite competitive cricket in patches, they were unable to accumulate enough wins to stay in contention for the Super 8 spots.
- Associate Teams Struggle: Oman, Namibia, Italy, UAE, and Canada all exited without advancing. Each side finished outside the top two in their group, with points deficits, poor net run rates, and inconsistent batting or bowling displays contributing to their eliminations.
- Super 8 Qualification Cut-Off: Only the top two teams from each group advance. The Super 8 stage begins on February 21, 2026, after which the knockout phase will follow to determine the eventual T20 World Cup 2026 champion.
Conclusion:
The group stage has drawn the curtain on nine teams’ campaigns at this year’s tournament.
The teams eliminated from T20 World Cup 2026 range from associate sides competing at this level for experience, to Australia — a full ICC member and former world champion — whose exit marks one of the tournament’s biggest surprises so far.
With the Super 8 stage beginning shortly, focus now shifts to the eight surviving teams and their knockout ambitions.
- Super 8 Starts: February 21, 2026
- Top Two Qualified Per Group
- Knockout Phase Follows Super 8
Also Check:
- ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
- ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Tickets
- India’s Schedule for Super 8 Round of T20 World Cup 2026
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