What happened the last time India faced England in an ICC Knockout?

India are set to clash with England in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final on March 5 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. The stakes are high, as the winner secures a spot in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on March 8. Both teams enter the contest with strong form and a desire to perform at their peak. India will rely on their blend of experience and explosive talent, while England will aim to leverage their depth and momentum. Fans can expect an intense, tactical battle with every over potentially turning the match.

Their most recent high-pressure encounter came during the 2024 T20 World Cup semi-final at Providence Stadium, where India delivered a comprehensive performance to outclass England. Opting to bat first, India set a challenging total of 171/7 in 20 overs. The innings was marked by controlled aggression, strategic partnerships, and timely acceleration. England’s bowlers struggled to contain India’s key hitters, although Chris Jordan provided a bright spot with three crucial wickets. The match highlighted India’s all-round strength and mental composure in crucial moments, giving them the edge in tight, high-stakes matches against top-tier opposition.

Captain Rohit Sharma was the standout performer for India, scoring a fluent 57 off 39 balls, striking six fours and two sixes at a brisk pace. He received strong support from Suryakumar Yadav, who contributed 47 runs, and Hardik Pandya, whose 23 off 13 balls added late momentum. A decisive 73-run partnership between Rohit and Suryakumar for the third wicket laid the foundation for India’s competitive total. England’s Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 3/37, but India’s balanced attack ensured dominance. This semi-final promises another thrilling contest between two of T20 cricket’s most formidable sides.

England fell short against India in T20 World Cup 2024

England’s chase in the 2024 T20 World Cup semi-final never found any rhythm, as they were bowled out for a modest 103 in just 16.4 overs, falling far short of India’s target of 171. Harry Brook top-scored with 25, while captain Jos Buttler contributed 23, and Jofra Archer chipped in with 21. The rest of the batting line-up struggled to cope with India’s disciplined bowling attack, which consistently applied pressure and prevented any partnerships from flourishing. Every bowler made a vital contribution, ensuring that England’s innings never gained momentum and that India’s dominance remained unchallenged throughout the match.

The Indian bowlers were exceptional, with Axar Patel taking 3/23, Kuldeep Yadav claiming 3/19, and Jasprit Bumrah producing a miserly 2/12 to seal a comprehensive victory. Riding the confidence of this semi-final triumph, India went on to defeat South Africa in the final to lift their second T20 World Cup title. As defending champions, India enter the 2026 tournament eager to replicate that success. Meanwhile, South Africa and New Zealand face off in the other semi-final on March 4 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with the winner set to challenge India in the final on March 8 at Ahmedabad.