New Delhi, March 11 -- The South Africa and West Indies cricket teams will depart India within the next 24 to 36 hours, after their return home from the T20 World Cup 2026 was delayed amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said in a statement today.

West Indies' elimination from the T20 World Cup was confirmed on 1 March following their five-wicket loss to the now three-time champions, India, in their final Super 8 match in Kolkata. South Africa, on the other hand, played their semifinal match against New Zealand in Kolkata, which they lost by nine wickets.

"On current arrangements, the South Africa contingent will begin departing for South Africa tonight, with all members expected to have departed ...