The India national cricket team secured a place in the semifinals after defeating the West Indies cricket team by five wickets in a crucial match played in Kolkata. The star of the match was Sanju Samson, who played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 97 runs to guide India to victory.
With this win, India confirmed their spot in the tournament’s top four and will now face England cricket team in the semifinal.
West Indies Set a Target of 196 Runs
Batting first, the West Indies cricket team scored 195 runs for the loss of four wickets in their allotted overs. Their batters played aggressively and set a challenging target for India.
Early Setback for India
While chasing 196 runs, the India national cricket team lost their first wicket at 29 when Abhishek Sharma was dismissed. However, Sanju Samson anchored the innings and kept the scoreboard moving.
Sanju Samson’s Match-Winning Knock
Sanju Samson delivered a remarkable performance, remaining unbeaten on 97 runs. His innings included several boundaries and sixes that helped India chase the target comfortably. Eventually, India won the match by five wickets.
T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinal Schedule
| Match | Teams | Date | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Semi-Final | South Africa vs New Zealand | Wednesday, 4 March | 07:00 PM | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 2nd Semi-Final | India vs England | Thursday, 5 March | 07:00 PM | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
When Is India’s Semifinal Match?
India will take on the England cricket team in the second semifinal on 5 March at the Wankhede Stadium. Both teams are currently in strong form, making this clash one of the most anticipated matches of the tournament.
Interestingly, India and England also faced each other in the semifinal of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, which adds extra excitement for fans ahead of this encounter.
With Sanju Samson’s match-winning performance and the team’s strong momentum, India will be looking to continue their winning run and secure a place in the final.
Which Teams Have Qualified for the T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinals?
The four teams that have qualified for the semifinals are:
- India national cricket team
- England cricket team
- South Africa national cricket team
- New Zealand national cricket team
Also Read: Sanju Samson’s Unbeaten 97 Powers, India to Historic Chase vs West Indies
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