West Indies vs India — Super 8, (ICC Men’s T20 World Cup) - Result, Highlights & Full Scorecard
SCORECARD
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
SD Hope
b Varun
|
32 | 33 | 3 | 1 | 97 |
|
RL Chase
c Yadav b Bumrah
|
40 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 160 |
|
SO Hetmyer
c Samson b Bumrah
|
27 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 225 |
|
SE Rutherford
c Samson b Pandya
|
14 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 156 |
|
R Powell
not out
|
34 | 19 | 3 | 2 | 179 |
|
JO Holder
not out
|
37 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 168 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arshdeep Singh | 4 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 10.8 |
| Hardik Pandya | 4 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 10.0 |
| Axar Patel | 4 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 8.8 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 4 | 0 | 36 | 2 | 9.0 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 4 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 10.0 |
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Abhishek Sharma
c Hetmyer b Hosein
|
10 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 91 |
|
SV Samson
not out
|
97 | 50 | 12 | 4 | 194 |
|
Ishan Kishan
c Hetmyer b Holder
|
10 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 167 |
|
SA Yadav
c Rutherford b Joseph
|
18 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 113 |
|
NT Tilak Varma
c Hetmyer b Holder
|
27 | 15 | 4 | 1 | 180 |
|
HH Pandya
c Holder b Joseph
|
17 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 121 |
|
S Dube
not out
|
8 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 200 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akeal Hosein | 2 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 11.0 |
| Matthew Forde | 3 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 7.3 |
| Jason Holder | 4 | 0 | 38 | 2 | 9.5 |
| Gudakesh Motie | 2 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 9.0 |
| Romario Shepherd | 2.2 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 14.6 |
| Shamar Joseph | 4 | 0 | 42 | 2 | 10.5 |
| Roston Chase | 2 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 9.0 |
Match Squad
West Indies
Shai Hope, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph
India
Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
India vs West Indies Super 8 T20 World Cup 2026 Result, Highlights & Full Scorecard
India vs West Indies Super 8 T20 World Cup 2026 turned into a batting spectacle at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, where India pulled off a record chase to seal their semi-final spot in the T20 World Cup 2026. Fans tracking the live cricket score, updated Schedule, and detailed cricket match highlights witnessed a masterclass from ⭐ Sanju Samson, whose unbeaten 97* powered India past a daunting 195 target.
India won by 5 wickets with 4 balls remaining, finishing 2nd in Group 1 and qualifying for the semi-finals.
🏏 1st Innings — West Indies 🚩
Total: 195/4
Overs: 20.0
⭐ Top Performers
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⭐ Roston Chase — 40 | 28 | 3×4 | 2×6 | SR 142.85
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⭐ Jason Holder — 37* | 22 | 4×4 | 1×6 | SR 168.18
⚡ Powerplay (1–6)
West Indies started cautiously but solidly at 45/0, laying a stable platform.
🧱 Middle Overs (7–15)
India applied some control through smart field placements, but Chase rotated strike efficiently to maintain tempo.
💥 Death Overs (16–20)
West Indies exploded for 70 runs in the last 5 overs, pushing the total close to 200. Late acceleration changed the psychological pressure of the game.
⭐ Top Bowlers (India)
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⭐ Jasprit Bumrah — 4 | 36 | 2 | Econ 9.00
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Two wickets in 3 balls during middle overs broke a crucial stand.
🎯 Tactical Observation
Despite WI’s explosive finish, India avoided panic and backed their batting depth knowing Eden Gardens favors chasing sides.
🏏 2nd Innings — India 🚩
Target: 196
⚡ Powerplay Drama
India reached 53/2. Early wickets fell but scoring rate remained aggressive.
⭐ Key Batters
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⭐ Sanju Samson — 97* | 54 | 12×4 | 4×6 | SR 179.62
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⭐ Tilak Varma — 27 | 15 | 2×4 | 2×6 | SR 180.00
🧠 Tactical Move
Promoting Tilak Varma at No. 5 maintained left-right combination and reduced scoreboard pressure on Samson.
🔄 Turning Point
The 17th over of the chase. ⭐ Jason Holder dropped ⭐ Hardik Pandya, and India scored 14 runs in that over. Momentum shifted permanently.
📉 Required Rate Pressure
India needed 92 runs in the final 8 overs. Samson’s counterattack, including a 17-run 13th over, lifted win probability from 42% to 65%.
🏁 Final Moment
India reached 199/5 in 19.2 overs, sealing victory with 4 balls remaining.
📊 Advanced Match Data Insights
Partnership Breakdown
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Samson–SKY: 58-run stabilizing stand
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Samson–Tilak: Quick acceleration phase
Bowling Phase Comparison
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WI dominated death overs in 1st innings
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India dominated middle overs in chase
Boundary Percentage
India hit a boundary every 3.8 balls during overs 11–16.
Fielding Impact
Holder’s dropped catch proved decisive in a tight chase.
Win Probability Turning Point
Samson’s 13th over assault against Shamar Joseph flipped match control.
🏆 Records & Notes
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⭐ Player of the Match: Sanju Samson
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Highest individual T20I score at Eden Gardens in a World Cup match
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Highest successful run chase by India in T20 WC history: 199
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India qualify for semi-final vs England in Mumbai
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West Indies eliminated despite strong NRR
❓ Match FAQs
Did India qualify for the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals?
Yes, India finished 2nd in Group 1 and will face England in Mumbai.
What was Sanju Samson’s score?
He scored an unbeaten 97* off 54 balls.
Who will India play in the semi-final?
India will face England at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
How important was the dropped catch?
Holder’s dropped chance in the 17th over shifted momentum and effectively decided the match.
Where can fans check live cricket score updates?
Fans can follow official ICC platforms and broadcasters for real-time updates.