The Men in Blue will enter the T20 World Cup 2026 as the defending champions. They won the 2024 edition under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. Chahal was part of the 2024 squad but did not play in any matches.
India opener Abhishek Sharma smashed a helicopter-style six off Kyle Jamieson during the second over of the IND vs NZ 5th T20I in Thiruvananthapuram.
After New Zealand’s dominant win in the fourth match, India will aim to bounce back strongly and seal the series on home soil.
India are in Group A along with USA, Pakistan, Namibia, and the Netherlands.
The countdown to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is officially on, which is set to be played in India and Sri Lanka from 7th February. With the T20 World Cup 2026 set in the subcontinent,conditions are expected to play a decisive role. Traditionally, pitches in India and Sri Lanka tend to favour spin, with slower surfaces demanding patience and adaptability. Players who can read spin early, rotate strike under pressure, and execute plans with discipline are likely to stand out.
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