Mumbai, 05 March (Shahi)
The India vs England T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final promises a blockbuster clash as the two powerhouses meet for the third consecutive edition in the penultimate stage. This high-stakes encounter is set for Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, starting at 7:00 PM IST.
India, the defending champions (winners in 2024), enter as hosts with massive home support, while England aim to disrupt and reach their third final in recent tournaments.
Team Form and Key Performers
India secured their semi-final spot with a thrilling last-over win over West Indies in their final Super 8 match—a virtual quarter-final—powered by Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 97 off 50 balls (12 fours, 4 sixes), one of the most crucial knocks of the tournament.
- India finished second in Group 1 (Super 8) with 4 points (2 wins, 1 loss—the only defeat coming against group toppers South Africa).
- They were flawless in the group stage, winning all four matches.
- Suryakumar Yadav leads the run charts for India with 231 runs (avg 38.50, SR 135.88).
- Ishan Kishan has been explosive with 224 runs (avg 32.00, SR 185.12).
- Varun Chakravarthy tops the bowling with 12 wickets (avg 15.33, econ 7.66).
England topped Group 2 undefeated (3 wins from 3 in Super 8), showcasing clinical performances.
- Captain Harry Brook has led strongly with 228 runs (avg 32.57, SR 161.70), including a maiden T20I century vs Pakistan.
- Adil Rashid is the leading wicket-taker with 11 scalps.
- Liam Dawson and Jofra Archer each have 10 wickets.
- All-rounder Will Jacks has shone brightly: 206 runs + 7 wickets, earning Player of the Match in four of England’s seven games so far.
Both teams have lifted the trophy twice: India in 2007 and 2024; England in 2010 and 2022.
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Head-to-Head Records
- Overall T20Is: India lead 17-12 (29 matches).
- T20 World Cups: India edge 3-2 in five meetings, including a semi-final win in the previous edition (2024). This marks the third straight T20 World Cup semi-final between these sides—history is on the line in Mumbai!
Weather Forecast for Mumbai
Hot and humid conditions expected: Daytime highs around 39°C, cooling to ~23°C at night. Mostly sunny/hazy skies with strong sunshine in the afternoon. No rain forecast—play should proceed uninterrupted, though heat/humidity may test players and fans, especially early on.
Where to Watch Live
- Live Streaming (India): JioHotstar app and website (exclusive digital rights).
- Live Telecast (TV): Star Sports Network channels.
- Fans can also follow live scores and updates on platforms like Olympics.com, ESPNcricinfo, or the official ICC site.
India vs England Starting XIs
Here are the potential starting XIs for India and England. This will be updated with the confirmed XIs once the captains of each squad reveal them before the match.
India Potential XI
- Abhisek Sharma
- Sanju Samson
- Ishan Kishan
- Tilak Varma
- Suryakumar Yadav (C)
- Axar Patel
- Shivam Dube
- Hardik Pandya
- Arshdeep Singh
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Jasprit Bumrah.
England Potential XI
- Phil Salt
- Jos Buttler
- Harry Brook (c)
- Jacob Bethell
- Tom Banton
- Sam Curran
- Will Jacks
- Jamie Overton
- Liam Dawson
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
A rematch loaded with rivalry, form, and stakes—India’s home advantage vs England’s confidence. Who advances to the final?
