T20 World Cup Super 8 Groups Finalized Amid Seeding Confusion

The T20 World Cup group stage has concluded, with all eight teams for the Super 8 stage now confirmed. Bangladesh's victory over Nepal in Group D sealed the final spot, joining South Africa, Afghanistan, India, and Australia in Group 1.

The other group was determined on Sunday when Australia defeated Scotland, ensuring England's qualification. However, confusion has arisen among fans regarding group seeding and fixtures due to the ICC's newly introduced system.

Despite topping Group A with seven points, India (A1) will face Australia (B2), who also finished first in Group B. This is because the ICC's pre-tournament seedings had already determined that India and Australia would meet in the Super 8s, regardless of their group standings.

Similarly, Afghanistan (C1) and West Indies (C2) will face off in their final group match on Tuesday, with both teams undefeated. However, West Indies remains seeded C2 despite a potential victory, as New Zealand's failure to qualify for the Super 8s has resulted in Afghanistan being seeded C1.

The ICC's pre-tournament seedings were as follows:

* A1 - India

* A2 - Pakistan

* B1 - England

* B2 - Australia

* C1 - New Zealand

* C2 - West Indies

* D1 - South Africa

* D2 - Sri Lanka

As a result, the two Super 8 groups are as follows:

* Group 1: India (A1), Australia (B2), Afghanistan (C1), Bangladesh (D2)

* Group 2: England (B1), USA (A2), West Indies (C2), South Africa (D1)

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