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Sammy defends ICC Super 8 pre-seeding amid debate

West Indies coach Daren Sammy has defended the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super 8 pre-seeding system, crediting it with motivating teams like Zimbabwe to achieve surprising results.

Sammy argues that seeing familiar opponents in the same group provided Zimbabwe with the inspiration to top Group B and eliminate Australia. He acknowledges the logistical benefits for traveling fans but insists his team is not distracted by the groupings.

He emphasized that they must respect every opponent, regardless of seeding, and focus solely on the matches ahead against Zimbabwe, South Africa, and India.