T20 Blast 2026 Points Table — Live Standings, NRR & Qualification Guide
Live T20 Blast 2026 points table for all three groups — updated after June 7 results. Hampshire lead South (6/6), Gloucestershire lead Central (5/6), Yorkshire lead North. Women’s T20 Blast table, vitality blast points system, qualification rules and full NRR guide below.
T20 Blast 2026 Points Table — Live Standings
The T20 Blast 2026 points table below pulls live standings directly from the Cricinfo data feed and updates automatically. The group stage runs from 22 May to 12 July 2026, followed by quarter-finals on 15 July and Finals Day at Edgbaston on 18 July. With 12 matches per county in the new three-group format, every result counts from match one.
T20 Blast 2026 Points Table: Group A – North
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Yorkshire remain top of Group A with 16 points, but took their first home defeat on June 7 as Leicestershire Foxes beat them by 12 runs — “Rehan brings Yorkshire back to earth.” Nottinghamshire climbed level with Leicestershire on 12 points after beating Derbyshire. Three teams are now tied on 12 pts (Notts, Leics) and two on 8 pts (Durham, Derbyshire). Lancashire — who signed Jos Buttler on a new deal — have a game in hand with three matches played. Durham host Lancashire on June 9 in a crucial North Group clash.
T20 Blast 2026 Points Table: Group B – Central & West
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Gloucestershire are now clear leaders of the Central group with 5 wins from 6 matches (20 pts), their latest a tight 3-run win over Worcestershire on June 7. Northamptonshire stay second on 16 pts but have played two fewer games — they take on Worcestershire on June 9. Defending champions Somerset suffered their fifth defeat in seven matches — Warwickshire chased 216 in 19.4 overs in a stunning high-scoring win at Taunton. Warwickshire’s Dan Webster hit a maiden T20 ton to inspire the chase. Somerset’s title defence is in serious danger. Glamorgan, Somerset, Warwickshire and Worcestershire are all clustered on 8 pts in mid-table.
T20 Blast 2026 Points Table: Group C – South
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Hampshire Hawks are on fire — six wins from six, a perfect record and 24 points. They beat Sussex by 29 runs on June 7 to stay flawless. Surrey (12 pts) and Essex (12 pts) are level in second, with Essex climbing after a 60-run demolition of Middlesex. Essex’s NRR (+0.921) is now the second best in the group. Kent (12 pts) also sit on 12 but with fewer games played, keeping the race for second and third extremely tight. Middlesex are in deep trouble — 1 win from 7 matches, a negative NRR of -1.894, and almost certainly needing a miracle run to avoid bottom finish. Essex vs Kent on June 9 is the key clash to watch.
T20 Blast Women’s Points Table 2026
The Women’s T20 Blast 2026 runs alongside the men’s competition with nine counties in League One, competing from 22 May to 17 July 2026. Finals Day for Women’s League One is at the Kia Oval, London, on Friday 17 July 2026. Defending champions are Surrey Women, who claimed the inaugural title in 2025. The top four teams from the league stage qualify for Finals Day. Surrey Women play in League One; Women’s League Two runs a separate, parallel competition.
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Women’s Finals Day: The four semi-finalists will meet at the Kia Oval, London on 17 July 2026 — two semi-finals followed by the final, all in one day. Surrey enter as defending champions after winning the inaugural Women’s T20 Blast title in 2025. The competition has been expanded to four Finals Day teams in 2026, up from the 2025 format.
Women’s League Two 2026 — Early Standings
The Women’s T20 Blast League Two runs a separate nine-team competition, with Finals Day hosted at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on 12 July 2026. Early leaders include Glamorgan Women (NRR +3.925), Middlesex Women, and Northamptonshire Women, all on 5 points after the opening rounds. Full League Two standings are updated on the ECB’s official website and the England Cricket app.
How the Vitality Blast Points System 2026 Works
| Result | Points Awarded | Notes |
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| Win | 4 points | Full points to winning team |
| Loss | 0 points | No points for losing team |
| Tie (scores level after 20 overs each) | 2 points each | Super Over may decide match but table gets 2 pts |
| No Result (abandoned/washed out) | 2 points each | Both teams receive 2 points |
| Conceding a match | 0 — opponent gets 4 | Failure to fulfil fixture |
The vitality blast points system 2026 has been updated compared to earlier seasons. Teams now receive 4 points for a win (not 2 as in some past editions), with 2 points for ties and no results. This change gives greater separation on the table and reduces the number of ties at the top. With 12 group matches per county in 2026, the maximum achievable points total is 48 — though in practice, anything above 30–32 points should be enough to secure automatic qualification.
One often-misunderstood rule: when a match is tied, both teams receive 2 points regardless of whether a Super Over is used to determine a winner for statistical purposes. The table points always reflect the tied result.
Net Run Rate in the T20 Blast Points Table — Explained
Net Run Rate (NRR) is the final column on every t20 points table 2026. It separates teams that finish the group stage on equal points. A positive NRR means a team scores faster than it concedes — teams sitting at +0.500 or higher are generally in strong qualification shape.
Worked Example
County scores: 165 (20 ov) + 145 (20 ov) = 310 runs in 40 overs → 7.75 per over
County concedes: 150 (20 ov) + 140 (20 ov) = 290 runs in 40 overs → 7.25 per over
NRR = 7.75 − 7.25 = +0.50 — a solid qualifying position
Critical rule: When a team is bowled out before 20 overs, the full 20 overs are counted in the NRR denominator — not just the overs they faced. This penalises teams that collapse cheaply and significantly rewards teams that bowl opponents out rather than just defending totals.
T20 Blast 2026 Qualification Rules & Quarter-Final Format
| Route | Spots | Criteria | Matchday |
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| Group Winners (×3) | 3 | Finish 1st in Group A, B, or C | QF — 15 July (home) |
| Group Runners-Up (×3) | 3 | Finish 2nd in Group A, B, or C | QF — 15 July (home) |
| Wild Card (×2) | 2 | Best 3rd-placed teams, all groups | QF — 15 July |
| Total Qualifiers | 8 | Points → NRR → H2H | Finals Day 18 July |
- Quarter-finals on Wednesday 15 July 2026 — top-ranked home teams host
- Two semi-finals and the Final all on Saturday 18 July 2026 at Edgbaston
- Wild card spots go to the two best third-placed teams across all three groups — points first, NRR second, head-to-head third
- With 12 games per county (fewer than previous editions), a slow start of 3+ early losses could be enough to end qualification hopes
T20 Blast Format 2026 — The Three-Group Change
The most significant change to the T20 Blast format 2026 is the return to three groups of six teams, replacing the two-group-of-nine structure used in recent seasons. Each county plays 12 group-stage matches: 10 within their group (home and away against each opponent) plus two crossover fixtures against teams from outside their group. This creates new rivalries and adds unpredictability to the standings.
Format 2026 vs Previous Editions
| Feature | 2026 Format | Previous Format |
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| Number of groups | 3 groups of 6 | 2 groups of 9 |
| Group matches per team | 12 | 14 |
| Auto qualifiers per group | 2 (top 2) | 4 (top 4) |
| Wild card spots | 2 (best 3rd-placed) | 0 |
| Total quarter-finalists | 8 | 8 |
| Crossover fixtures | 2 per team | 6 per team |
| Points for a win | 4 | 2 |
| Finals Day venue | Edgbaston | Edgbaston |
The shift to three groups means the t20 blast points table for each group is cleaner and easier to follow — six teams, twelve matches, a clear top two. However, it also means a team that loses its opening three fixtures is already in serious qualification danger with no room for recovery. The new format rewards consistent early-season form far more harshly than before.
T20 Blast 2025 Points Table — Final Standings (Reference)
For comparison and context, the table below shows the final group standings from the 2025 T20 Blast — the last time the competition ran under the two-group format. Somerset topped the South Group and won the title at Edgbaston. Lancashire were the strongest North Group side.
2025 North Group — Final Standings
| # | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
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| 1 | Northamptonshire Steelbacks | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 36 | +0.324 |
| 2 | Lancashire Lightning | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 32 | +0.859 |
| 3 | Durham | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 32 | +0.697 |
| 4 | Leicestershire Foxes | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 28 | −0.275 |
| 5 | Warwickshire Bears | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 24 | +0.333 |
| 6 | Notts Outlaws | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 24 | −0.579 |
| 7 | Worcestershire Rapids | 14 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 20 | +0.103 |
| 8 | Yorkshire | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 16 | −0.545 |
| 9 | Derbyshire Falcons | 14 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 12 | −0.801 |
2025 South Group — Final Standings
| # | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
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| 1 | Somerset ⭐ | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 40 | +0.912 |
| 2 | Hampshire Hawks | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 36 | +0.511 |
| 3 | Surrey | 14 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 32 | +0.438 |
| 4 | Kent Spitfires | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 28 | +0.219 |
| 5 | Gloucestershire | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 28 | +0.176 |
| 6 | Essex | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 24 | −0.103 |
| 7 | Middlesex | 14 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 20 | −0.344 |
| 8 | Sussex Sharks | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 16 | −0.601 |
| 9 | Glamorgan | 14 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 12 | −0.915 |
2025 Champions: Somerset beat Hampshire Hawks to claim their third T20 Blast title at Edgbaston Finals Day.
T20 Blast All-Time Winners Table
The T20 Blast has produced 23 champions since 2003. Somerset enter 2026 as joint-record holders alongside Hampshire and Leicestershire on three titles each.
Most Titles All Time
- Somerset — 3 titles (2005, 2023, 2025) — defending champions
- Hampshire — 3 titles (2010, 2012, 2022)
- Leicestershire Foxes — 3 titles (2004, 2006, 2011)
- Northamptonshire Steelbacks — 2 titles (2013, 2016)
- Notts Outlaws — 2 titles (2017, 2020)
- Kent Spitfires — 2 titles (2007, 2021)
Teams Most Likely to Top the T20 Blast 2026 Points Table
Still top of Group A with 16 pts despite losing to Leicestershire on June 7 — their first defeat. Moeen Ali has said people advised him against joining Yorkshire, but he is already making an impact. Their NRR advantage over the chasing pack is still substantial. Next up: Derbyshire on June 9 at home.
The 2024 title holders have taken charge of Group B — five wins from six matches and sole leaders on 20 points. Duan Jansen’s 4-wicket burst secured a dramatic 3-run win over Worcestershire on June 7. With Northamptonshire below them on games played, Gloucestershire are the form team of the competition.
The best record in the tournament — six wins from six, 24 points, and a dominant NRR of +1.452. Runners-up in 2025, Hampshire look unstoppable this season. James Vince’s leadership and a balanced attack make them the clear overall tournament favourites as of June 8.
Still unbeaten in four matches with the competition’s best NRR (+1.848). They face Worcestershire at home on June 9 — a win would put them back level with Gloucestershire. Their aggressive batting and smart bowling has been the season’s biggest surprise package.
A 60-run demolition of Middlesex on June 7 has lifted Essex to 12 points and third in the South Group. Their NRR of +0.921 is now second only to Hampshire in the group. Essex vs Kent on June 9 could decide who holds the crucial second automatic spot coming into the back half of the season.
Five defeats in seven matches now confirmed for the defending champions — Warwickshire chased down their 215 with Webster’s maiden T20 century leading the way. Somerset are clinging to a wild-card spot on NRR but their qualification is genuinely in danger. The next four fixtures will define their season.
FAQs — T20 Blast 2026 Points Table
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How does the T20 Blast 2026 points table work?
The T20 Blast 2026 points table awards 4 points for a win, 2 points for a tie or no result, and 0 for a loss. Teams are ranked first by total points, then by Net Run Rate if tied on points. The three-group format means each county plays 12 group matches — fewer than in previous editions, making every result especially important. -
What is the vitality blast points system 2026?
The vitality blast points system 2026 uses 4 points for a win, 2 for a tie or no result, and 0 for a loss. The maximum any team can earn across the 12-match group stage is 48 points. In practice, reaching 28–36 points should secure qualification for most teams. This 4-point-win system was introduced to create clearer separation between teams compared to the old 2-point-win format. -
How many teams qualify from each group in the T20 Blast 2026 points table?
The top two teams from each of the three groups qualify automatically for the quarter-finals. Additionally, the two best third-placed teams from across all three groups receive wild card berths, bringing the total number of quarter-finalists to eight. Points are compared first, followed by NRR as the tiebreaker. -
Where is the T20 cricket scores table today — is there a BBC table?
The BBC no longer maintains a standalone T20 Blast points table page, but live T20 cricket scores and match updates are available on BBC Sport’s cricket section. For the definitive live T20 Blast 2026 points table, the ECB website (ecb.co.uk), Cricinfo, and this page provide updated standings throughout the season. BBC Sport carries live match coverage and some ball-by-ball text commentary for selected Sky matches. -
What is the T20 Blast Women points table 2026?
The Women’s T20 Blast 2026 runs nine counties in League One, with the top four teams qualifying for Finals Day at the Kia Oval, London on 17 July 2026. Defending champions are Surrey Women. A separate League Two competition runs alongside with a Finals Day at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on 12 July 2026. The women’s points table uses the same system as the men’s — 4 points for a win, 2 for ties/no results, 0 for a loss. -
How many points does a team need to qualify from the T20 Blast 2026?
There is no fixed threshold, as it depends on how competitive each group is. With 12 matches per team and the 4-point win system, teams typically need 7 or more wins to be safe. An estimated 28–36 points should guarantee top-two qualification in most groups, though wild card spots can be earned with slightly fewer points if NRR is strong. -
Who topped the T20 Blast 2025 points table?
Somerset topped the South Group in 2025 with 10 wins from 14 matches and 40 points. They also had the strongest NRR in the entire competition (+0.912) and went on to win the title on Finals Day at Edgbaston, beating Hampshire Hawks. It was Somerset’s third T20 Blast title overall. -
What is the T20 Blast format 2026 — how is it different from 2025?
The T20 Blast format 2026 uses three groups of six counties instead of the two groups of nine from previous seasons. Each county plays 12 group matches (down from 14). The point value of a win has also changed to 4 (from 2 in older editions). The top two from each group qualify automatically, plus the two best third-placed teams as wild cards. Finals Day remains at Edgbaston with the same format — two semi-finals and a final on one day. -
Is the T20 Blast points table the same as the bbc cricket tables T20 World Cup?
No — the T20 Blast is a separate domestic county competition run by the ECB in England, while the T20 World Cup is an ICC international tournament held every two years. They use similar points structures but are completely separate competitions with different teams and formats. The T20 Blast 2026 runs alongside the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which is also being held in England this summer. -
When does the T20 Blast 2026 points table finish updating?
The group stage points table stops updating after the final group matches on 12 July 2026. The quarter-finals on 15 July and Finals Day on 18 July do not have a points table — these are knockout rounds. The final group standings on 12 July determine all eight quarter-finalists and home-ground allocations.