India delivered a stunning batting performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 2nd semi-final against England at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on March 5. After being sent in to bat by England captain Harry Brook, India piled up a massive 253/7 in 20 overs, setting England a daunting target of 254 runs.
The innings was powered by explosive stroke play, rapid partnerships, and a spectacular knock from Sanju Samson.
India’s Explosive Innings
India started aggressively despite losing an early wicket. The powerplay set the tone for the innings, with runs flowing at a rapid pace.
Powerplay Score: 67/1 (6 overs)
100 Runs: Reached in 8.3 overs
150 Runs: Reached in 12.4 overs
200 Runs: Reached in 16.5 overs
Final Score: 253/7 in 20 overs
The quick scoring ensured England faced one of the biggest chases in T20 World Cup semi-final history.
Sanju Samson’s Match-Defining Knock
Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson played a sensational innings that turned the semi-final into a batting spectacle.
Runs: 89
Balls: 42
Fours: 8
Sixes: 2
Strike Rate: 211.90
50: Reached in just 26 balls
This was Samson’s 5th T20I half-century and came shortly after his unbeaten 97* against West Indies in the previous match, highlighting his exceptional form in the tournament.
Key Moments of the Innings
Several crucial moments shaped India’s massive total:
Samson was dropped on 15 by Harry Brook in the 2.2 over.
Hardik Pandya survived a chance when Tom Banton dropped him on 13 in the 17.4 over.
A blistering partnership between Samson and Ishan Kishan accelerated the scoring rate.
Ishan Kishan played an impactful cameo:
39 runs off 18 balls
4 fours and 2 sixes
Fall of Wickets
India lost wickets intermittently but maintained momentum throughout the innings.
20/1 – Abhishek Sharma (1.6 overs)
67/1 – End of powerplay
160/3 – Drinks break (13.1 overs)
Final Score – 253/7
England Bowling Highlights:
Will Jacks – 1/8
Jofra Archer – 0/16
Early England Response
England began their chase aggressively but lost an early wicket while chasing the daunting target.
Score: 31/1 after 2.4 overs
Run Rate Required: 12.7 runs per over
The massive target puts immense pressure on England’s batting lineup.
