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Team India is gearing up to face England in a highly anticipated semi-final clash in the . The “Men In Blue” will be eager to put in an impressive performance in front of a buoyant Mumbai crowd to reach back-to-back T20 World Cup finals.
Historically, India have enjoyed playing at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The defending champions cruised past the USA in the group stage at the iconic venue, in what was their only game at the Wankhede so far. Now, with a place in the final on the line again, the Suryakumar Yadav-led outfit will be eager to win at their `fortress` again against the two-time champions, England.
India`s last T20I against England at the Wankhede Stadium was back in February 2025, the fifth of a five-match series. With the series already in the bag with a commanding win in Pune, the “Men in Blue” flexed their muscles in Mumbai, led by the ever-charismatic .
The dashing southpaw introduced himself to the Mumbai crowd by smashing India`s second-fastest T20I ton. Sharma bulldozed his way to 135 runs of just 54 balls, leaving the Englishmen shell-shocked. His innings included 7 boundaries and 13 maximums, which single-handedly took the game away from England.
India mustered 97 runs in the Powerplay and ended up with a mammoth total of 247 in 20 overs. In reply, England were bowled out in just over 10 overs for 97 runs, suffering one of their biggest losses ever. Mohammed Shami starred with the ball with 3 wickets, while Shivam Dube and Varun Chakravarthy chipped in with two wickets each to lead India to a commanding victory.
The 150-run thrashing by India was England`s worst loss in T20I at the time and prompted a change of personal. Now, a new look English side, led by Harry Brook will look to avenge their historic defeat at the biggest stage.
have found their rhythm just at the right time in the tournament. Having survived a scare against Nepal and after a disappointing loss against the West Indies, the “Three Lions” regrouped and qualified for the semi-final as the table toppers from Group 2. Now, with a showdown against the home favourites India on the horizon, Harry Brook and his boys will be eager to continue their good form.
Meanwhile, in the Indian camp, things are looking positive. After the disappointing loss against South Africa, India`s fortunes have turned, and they are now the red-hot favourites to defend their title. The Surya-led outfit will look back at their last encounter against England at Wankhede Stadium kindly and hope to replicate another victory.
Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final, India will look to recreate their February 2025 Wankhede victory. Abhishek`s 54-ball 135 fuelled a mammoth 247, leading to a record 150-run thrashing of England. While ’s side seeks revenge, India will aim to use their Mumbai fortress to secure back-to-back final appearances.
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