Ind vs WI – India Won by 5 Wickets
The India national cricket team produced one of the most memorable run chases in tournament history as they defeated the West Indies cricket team by five wickets in a thrilling contest of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens.
Chasing a daunting target of 196 runs, India showed remarkable composure under pressure to complete one of the highest successful chases in T20 World Cup history. The standout performer of the night was Sanju Samson, who smashed a breathtaking 97 off just 50 balls, anchoring the innings and breaking records in the process.
Despite early wickets in the powerplay, India rebuilt through crucial partnerships before accelerating at the right time to seal a historic victory. The win significantly boosts India’s semi-final qualification hopes and will be remembered as one of the greatest chases in recent T20 cricket.
Match Summary
- West Indies: 195/4 (20 overs)
- India: 196/5 (Overs – update exact over)
- Result: India won by 5 wickets
IND vs WI Toss Update
The India national cricket team won the toss and elected to bowl first against the West Indies cricket team in their crucial ICC T20 World Cup 2026 clash at Eden Gardens.
With dew expected in the second innings, India decided to chase under lights.
Confirmed India Playing 11
- Abhishek Sharma
- Sanju Samson
- Ishan Kishan
- Surya Kumar Yadav (Captain)
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya
- Shivam Dube
- Axar Patel
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Arshdeep Singh
- Jasprit Bumrah
India are unlikely to make major changes after their strong performance in the previous match.
Confirmed West Indies Playing 11
- Akeal Hosein
- Shai Hope (Captain)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Rovman Powell
- Roston Chase
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Jason Holder
- Matthew Forde
- Romario Shepherd
- Gudakesh Motie
- Shamar Joseph
West Indies will rely heavily on their power hitters and death bowling strength.
IND vs WI Live Score Update – Powerplay Summary
West Indies made a steady start after being put in to bat. At the end of the first powerplay (6 overs), West Indies reached 45/0, building a solid foundation without losing a wicket.
India’s bowlers maintained discipline but couldn’t find an early breakthrough. Abhishek Sharma dropped a catch 5 over.
Powerplay Over-by-Over Breakdown
| Over | Bowler | Runs Conceded | Score After Over |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arshdeep Singh | 3 runs | 3/0 |
| 2 | Hardik Pandya | 10 runs | 13/0 |
| 3 | Arshdeep Singh | 10runs | 23/0 |
| 4 | Axar Patel | 5 runs | 28/0 |
| 5 | Jasprit Bumrah | 7 runs | 35/0 |
| 6 | Axar Patel | 10 runs | 45/0 |
West Indies ended the powerplay strongly at 45 without loss, with both openers looking comfortable against the new ball. India will aim for a breakthrough in the middle overs to slow down the scoring rate.
Innings Break – West Indies 195/4 in 20 Overs
The West Indies cricket team posted a competitive total of 195/4 in 20 overs after being put in to bat by the India national cricket team in their crucial ICC T20 World Cup 2026 clash.
West Indies built their innings steadily before accelerating in the final overs to push the total close to the 200-mark.
India now need 196 runs to win this important Super 8 encounter, to qualify for Semi finals.
West Indies Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs (Balls) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Shai Hope | 32 (33) | Out |
| Roston Chase | 40 (25) | Out |
| Shimron Hetmyer | 27 (12) | Out |
| Sherfane Rutherford | 14 (9) | Out |
| Rovman Powell | 34 (19) | Not Out |
| Jason Holder | 37 (22) | Not Out |
India Bowling Performance
Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the Indian bowlers, claiming two crucial wickets in his four-over spell to prevent West Indies from crossing the 200-run mark comfortably.
Match Situation Analysis
With 195 on the board, West Indies have posted a strong total at Eden Gardens. The pitch has been good for batting, but dew in the second innings could assist India while chasing. The powerplay will be crucial for India’s top order in this high-pressure contest.
IND vs WI Live Score – India 53/2 After Powerplay
The India national cricket team made an aggressive start in their chase of 196 but lost two early wickets during the powerplay.
At the end of 6 overs, India reached 53/2, keeping themselves in the contest but under slight pressure.
India now need 143 runs from 14 overs.
India Powerplay Batting Update
| Batter | Runs (Balls) |
|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | 10 (11) |
| Ishan Kishan | 10 (6) |
IND vs WI Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
- Total Matches: India hold a slight edge historically
- West Indies have strong record in ICC tournaments
- Recent meetings have been closely contested
Both teams possess aggressive top orders, making this an exciting matchup.
India vs West Indies Result – India Create History With Record Chase
The India national cricket team pulled off one of the greatest chases in T20 World Cup history, defeating the West Indies cricket team by 5 wickets in a thrilling encounter of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens.
Chasing a massive target of 196 runs, India scripted history by successfully hunting down one of the biggest totals ever chased in the tournament.
Sanju Samson’s Historic Knock
Sanju Samson played a sensational innings of 97 runs off 50 balls, leading India’s charge in the high-pressure chase.
With this knock, Samson has now registered one of the highest individual scores while chasing in T20 World Cup history, breaking previous records in the process.
His aggressive yet controlled innings completely shifted the momentum in India’s favour.
India Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs (Balls) | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | 10(11) | 2 | 0 | 90.90 |
| Ishan Kishan | 10(6) | 2 | 0 | 166.66 |
| Sanju Samson (nt) | 97 (50) | 12 | 4 | 194.00 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 18(16) | 1 | 1 | 112.60 |
| Hardik Pandya | 17(14) | 2 | 0 | 121.40 |
| Tilak Verma | 27(15) | 4 | 1 | 180.00 |
| Shivam Dube(nt) | 8(4) | 2 | 0 | 200.00 |
Team India has Qualified for Semi-Finals
With this win National Team India has qualified for semifinals, This Semi-final match will be against National Team England.
Where to Watch India vs Zimbabwe Live?
Fans can watch the India vs Zimbabwe T20 World Cup 2026 match live on:
- TV Broadcast (India): Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar
Official tournament updates are available on the ICC website.
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India vs West Indies Post-Match FAQs
Who won the India vs West Indies match today?
The India national cricket team defeated the West Indies cricket team by 5 wickets in their ICC T20 World Cup 2026 clash after successfully chasing 196 runs.
How many runs did Sanju Samson score against West Indies?
Sanju Samson scored a sensational 97 runs off 50 balls, playing a match-winning knock during India’s record chase in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
What was the final score of IND vs WI today?
West Indies posted 195/4 in 20 overs, and India chased down the target by scoring 196/5 to win the match.
Was this one of India’s highest successful chases in T20 World Cup history?
Yes, chasing 196 is among the highest successful run chases by India in T20 World Cup history, making this victory a historic milestone.
How does this win impact India’s semi-final qualification chances?
This win significantly strengthens India’s position in the points table of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 and boosts their chances of qualifying for the semi-finals.
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