IND vs ENG Semi-final Preview – T20 World Cup 2026

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newspoint|05-03-2026

India face England in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on March 5 at 7 PM IST. India aim for a second consecutive final, while England enter with winning momentum despite inconsistent opener form.

Sanju Samson starred in Indias last match and could be key again, while Jasprit Bumrah remains their main threat with the ball. England will rely heavily on captain Harry Brook and leg-spinner Adil Rashid.

Match Details

Date:March 5, 2026 (Thursday)

Time:7:00 PM IST

Venue:Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Live:Star Sports Network, Jio Hotstar

Head-to-Head (T20Is)

Matches: 29

India: 17

England: 12

Pitch Report Wankhede usually offers a batting-friendly surface with good bounce and shorter boundaries. Dew later in the match could favor the chasing team.

Key Players

India:Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah

England:Harry Brook, Adil Rashid

Prediction:Chasing teams may have an advantage due to dew, but India hold a slight edge thanks to their stronger bowling attack.