T20 World Cup 2026 : The Indian national cricket team secured a convincing 72-run victory over Zimbabwe, further strengthening their path to the semi-finals. The team’s next match, against the West Indies on March 1st, could prove crucial.
In the Super 8 stage match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup played on Thursday, the Zimbabwe national cricket team won the toss and elected to bowl first. India put in a strong performance after being invited to bat. Abhishek Sharma scored 55 runs, while Hardik Pandya made an unbeaten 50. These innings helped India post a mammoth total of 256 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in 20 overs.
Chasing the target, Zimbabwe could only manage 184 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in 20 overs. Brian Bennett did put up a fight, scoring 97 runs, but could not lead the team to victory.
Meanwhile, South Africa has secured a place in the semifinals from Group 1, while England has already advanced to the last four from Group 2. If India defeats the West Indies in its next match, its semifinal berth is also virtually assured. With this defeat, Zimbabwe’s journey in the tournament has ended.