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India Beat England by 7 Runs: Highlights & Updates

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India Beat England by 7 Runs: Highlights & Updates
India edge England in thrilling T20 World Cup Semi-Final

India defeated England by 7 runs in a thrilling T20 World Cup semi-final, setting up a final clash with New Zealand. Sanju Samson's 89 and Jacob Bethell's 105 were highlights of the match.


“They were always in the game, always in the chase. I was very nervous...”


England's top order struggled, with Phil Salt (5), Harry Brook (7), and Jos Buttler (25) falling early. However, Jacob Bethell's explosive batting, supported by Will Jacks (35), kept England's hopes alive. Bethell smashed seven sixes and eight fours in his 48-ball innings, but was eventually run out in the final over, securing India's 7-run win in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.


Bethell's remarkable knock, which included a 45-ball century, wasn't enough to propel England to victory, despite putting on a 77-run partnership with Will Jacks. India's bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, held their nerve in the final overs to seal the win.


India is set to face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This is a historic moment for India, as they aim to become the first team to defend their T20 World Cup title and the first to win it on home soil. “It's an unbelievable feeling, going to Ahmedabad for the final, a special feeling for the boys,” said India captain Suryakumar Yadav.


Yadav also paid tribute to England, praising their fighting spirit despite falling short in the semi-final. India's thrilling 7-run win over England, thanks to Sanju Samson's explosive 89 and Jasprit Bumrah's brilliant bowling, has set the stage for an exciting final against New Zealand.


England captain Harry Brook praised his team's effort despite falling short. “All of our lads should be really proud of the way we played tonight and throughout this competition,” he said, highlighting the team's attacking approach against India's 253-7 total.


Brook commended the team's spirit, adding to Jacob Bethell's unbeaten 105 and England's strong showing in the T20 World Cup.


“They were always in the game, always in the chase. I was very nervous, I'm glad someone didn't check my heart rate,” he said, before looking forward to the final.


“In India, going for the title, there will be pressure, there will be nerves but the boys will be excited as well,” Suryakumar added.




England captain Harry Brook praised his team's effort in chasing a daunting target of 254 against India in the T20 World Cup semi-final. Brook highlighted his team's attacking approach, saying they tried to make it uncomfortable for the Indian batters. Despite falling short by 7 runs, Brook was proud of his team's performance, especially Jacob Bethell's unbeaten 105 off 48 balls.


Brook also took responsibility for dropping Sanju Samson's catch, acknowledging it was a big mistake that cost England. He emphasized his team's unity and calmness under pressure, which helped them reach the semi-finals.


“All of our lads should be really proud of the way we played tonight and throughout this competition,” said Brook.



Costly Drop Haunts England

India's innings got a huge break when England captain Harry Brook dropped a simple catch at mid-off, gifting Sanju Samson a reprieve on 15. The hosts went on to capitalize on the mistake, flaying England's attack with 19 sixes and 18 fours. Samson had signalled his intent with a four and six off Jofra Archer's first over, and the dropped catch proved costly for England.


The dropped catch proved costly as Samson capitalized on England's mistake, racing to a 26-ball fifty with a massive six off Liam Dawson, whose first over was hammered for 19 runs. India's aggressive batting continued, putting pressure on England's bowlers.


Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson smashed a 97-run partnership off 48 balls for India's second wicket. Samson fell in the 10th over, caught by Will Jacks off Adil Rashid, ending his explosive innings at 117-2.


“I'll hold my hands up and say that I made a big mistake there, dropping Samson,” said Brook.


“As the old saying goes, catches win matches. At the end of the day, it cost us.”


Shivam Dube kept the momentum going, smashing 43 off 25 balls with four sixes before being run out by Brook's direct hit. Hardik Pandya (27 off 12) and Tilak Varma (21 off 7) added late fireworks, pushing India past 250. England struggled with discipline, with Jofra Archer taking 1-61 off four overs, while Will Jacks was the standout bowler with 2-40.


“It feels really great,” said Samson after being named player of the match. “I kind of knew that I got some form going from the last game, so I thought I need to continue.


“Even 250 looked chaseable here and England played really well. All credit goes to how they batted and we really had a great semi-final.”


Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson blasted a 97-run partnership off 48 balls for India's second wicket. Samson fell in the 14th over, caught by Phil Salt off Will Jacks, with India at 160-3. Samson had powered on until then, but England tightened the screws after his dismissal.



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