The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is hitting its ultimate high as defending champions India are set to take on a fired-up England in the second semi-final at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, March 5. Both sides are chasing their third T20 World Cup trophy, and whoever wins will take on New Zealand in the final. After a wild, high-scoring Super 8 round, this matchup is giving vibes of some serious fireworks on a pitch that loves batters.
IND vs ENG Semi-Final 2, T20 World Cup 2026: Match Details
| Match | India vs England, 2nd Semi-Final |
| Date | Thursday, March 5, 2026 |
| Time | 07:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly with true bounce |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ Hotstar / Star Sports |
1. Abhishek Sharma – India
Abhishek Sharma’s T20 World Cup 2026 run has been oddly quiet. Everyone expected fireworksas he’s been the most explosive opener on the domestic scene all year, but in six games, he’s garnered just 80 runs. Still, if there’s anywhere he can turn things around, it’s Wankhede.
That’s the ground where he tore England apart last year, smashing 135 off just 54 balls. Now, with the semi-final pressure cranked up, a lot of people think Abhishek’s hungry for a big score. Maybe this is the moment he finally delivers and gives India exactly what they need.
Abhishek Sharma: T20 World Cup 2026 Stats
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score |
| 6 | 80 | 13.33 | 125.00 | 55 (vs Zimbabwe) |
2. Sanju Samson – India
Sanju Samson shut everyone up with a stunning 97 from just 50 balls against the West Indies, pushing India straight into the knockouts. He’s spent most of the tournament out of the spotlight, but now he’s hit his stride at the top of the order. When he stands tall and just smacks the ball, it’s scary for any bowler, especially for England’s quicks in the powerplay, who have every reason to worry.
Sanju Samson: T20 World Cup 2026 Stats
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s/100s |
| 5 | 185 | 46.25 | 162.40 | 1/0 |
3. Hardik Pandya – India
Hardik Pandya is still India’s go-to guy when it comes to knockouts. During the T20 World Cup 2026, he’s stepped up by taking key wickets when it matters and closing out games with real authority. You can see his experience shine, especially when the pressure’s on in Mumbai, a place that feels like home to him. That kind of confidence gives India a real boost.
| Matches | Runs | Wickets | Economy | Best Bowling |
| 6 | 115 | 8 | 7.90 | 3/24 |
4. Harry Brook – England
Harry Brook has been England’s star with the bat this T20 World Cup. His explosive 100 off just 51 balls against Pakistan turned heads. Brook doesn’t just hit hard, but he knows exactly how to pick gaps and send the ball flying over those short square boundaries at Wankhede. Out of everyone, he’s the one India really wants back in the pavilion early.
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score |
| 6 | 228 | 45.60 | 175.38 | 100 (vs Pakistan) |
5. Sam Curran – England
Sam Curran’s right at the heart of England’s strategy. He mixes up his pace, angles it in with that left arm and just keeps batters guessing, especially when the pressure’s on at the end of the innings. You saw it all through the 2026 World Cup. He’s already shown he can handle Indian pitches during the IPL, so you can bet he’s ready to take on India’s middle order again.
| Matches | Wickets | Economy | Average | Best Figures |
| 6 | 9 | 8.12 | 21.44 | 3/18 |
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