ICC announces full list of qualified teams for T20 World Cup 2028

As the Super Eight stage of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 reached its climax, International Cricket Council (ICC) The list of teams that have secured automatic qualification for the T20 World Cup 2028 has been officially unveiled.

The announcement brings clarity and excitement to fans around the world, with 12 teams having already assured their participation in the next global T20 tournament. While some earned their spots through strong performances in the ongoing 2026 tournament, others qualified based on hosting rights or ICC rankings.

Australia And new zealandAs co-host of the 2028 edition, direct entry was guaranteed. Now, they have been joined by a group of heavyweight cricket-playing nations after advancing to the Super Eights in 2026 – underscoring their consistency and dominance in the shortest format of the game.

Super eight finishers receive awards

Reaching the Super Eights in a global tournament is no small feat, and the ICC has rewarded those efforts with direct qualification for 2028.

cricket legend likes India, South Africa, England, Pakistan And Sri Lanka Secured their positions with commanding missions. During this time, zimbabwe And west indies Also booked their tickets, proving their resilience and growth on the international stage.

For teams like Zimbabwe, qualification is an important step in their cricket journey. For two-time T20 World Cup champions West Indies, it is another chance to revive their legacy in the format they once ruled.

The early confirmation provides stability and time for these teams to plan long-term strategies ahead of the 2028 tournament.

Rankings seal final automatic places

In addition to the nine teams confirmed through co-hosting rights and Super Eight qualification, three more nations have secured automatic berths through the ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings.

Bangladesh, Afghanistan And ireland Those final automatic places are up for grabs, pending official confirmation on 9 March – the day after the 2026 finals. Since there are no international events scheduled that can make changes to the rankings before the cut-off date, their qualification is almost certain.

In its official statement, the ICC clarified that the last three automatic spots will go to the highest ranked teams outside the already qualified teams based on the March 9 rankings.

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The door is still open for eight more teams

While 12 teams have already confirmed their places, the T20 World Cup 2028 will include additional teams determined through regional and global qualifiers over the next two years.

This route ensures that emerging cricket nations still have a golden opportunity to be involved in elite competition. The Qualifiers are expected to be fiercely competitive as Associate teams and emerging cricket nations aim to make their mark on the world stage.

List of 12 teams qualified for T20 World Cup 2028

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