Sanju Samson’s 97 Not Out Powers India Past West Indies, Seals T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinal Spot
India beat West Indies by five wickets in the T20 World Cup to reach the semifinals, with Sanju Samson scoring an unbeaten 97 in a thrilling chase.
Kolkata: In a crucial clash, India beat West Indies by five wickets in the T20 World Cup to seal their place in the semifinals. The victory was powered by a brilliant unbeaten knock from Sanju Samson, who anchored the chase in style.
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The win ensured India advanced to the knockout stage after a high-scoring contest.
West Indies Post Competitive Total
Batting first, West Indies put up a strong total:
- 195/4 in 20 overs
- Roston Chase – 40
- Shai Hope – 32
- Jason Holder – 37*
- Rovman Powell – 34*
India’s bowling was led by Jasprit Bumrah, who picked up two key wickets.
Samson’s Match-Winning Knock
Chasing 196, India got off to a steady start before Sanju Samson delivered a masterclass, scoring:
- 97 not out off 50 balls
- 12 fours
- 4 sixes
His innings guided India to the target with four balls to spare.
Key Contributions From Middle Order
Samson received support from:
- Tilak Varma – 27
- Suryakumar Yadav – 18
- Hardik Pandya – 17
Their contributions ensured the chase remained on track.
Bowlers’ Performance
Top performers with the ball included:
- Jasprit Bumrah – 2/36
- Jason Holder – 2/38
- Shamar Joseph – 2/42
With India beating West Indies by five wickets in the T20 World Cup, the team has secured a semifinal berth and gained strong momentum ahead of the knockout stage, thanks to Sanju Samson’s outstanding performance.
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