India Crowned ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Champions After Dominant Victory Over New Zealand by 96 Runs
Srinagar 08/03/2026 (JKNN) India created history by winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, defeating New Zealand in the final with a commanding performance. Batting first, India posted a massive 255 runs in 20 overs, setting a huge target. In response, New Zealand collapsed under pressure and were bowled out for 159, handing India a comfortable victory.
India crush New Zealand to clinch third T20 World Cup title
Although it seemed they should’ve scored much more, India ended their innings at 255/5 on the finals of the ICC T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi stadium in Gujarat on Sunday (March 8, 2026). The top three batsmen were subliminal, scoring quick-fire half centuries.
Openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma scored sizzling fifties and after Abhishek departed in the eighth over, Ishan Kishan, at the third slot, also brought up his half century in 23 deliveries. Shivam Dube smashed 26*(8) at the end to see India past the 250-run-mark.
With this win, India are officially the 2026 T20 World Champions. The thrilling final attracted massive global attention, with over 80 crore viewers watching the match live on Disney+ Hotstar, setting a new streaming record.
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