T20 World Cup
India and South Africa reach T20 semis
Sanju Samson / Harry Brook / Sikandar Raza / Kolkata, India / Auckland, New Zealand / ICC / T20 World Cup 2026 /

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  • Sanju Samson's dazzling unbeaten 97 led India to a thrilling five-wicket triumph over the West Indies, securing their place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals against England.
  • The match unfolded in Kolkata, where India successfully chased down a challenging target of 195 runs, eliminating the West Indies from the tournament.
  • South Africa showcased their prowess by defeating Zimbabwe, setting the stage for an exciting semi-final clash against New Zealand.
  • Despite a valiant effort from Zimbabwe's captain, Sikandar Raza, who excelled as an all-rounder, the team fell short against South Africa.
  • Pakistan faced a heartbreaking exit from the tournament, narrowly defeating Sri Lanka but failing to progress due to net run-rate calculations.
  • As the Super Eights phase concluded, England's nail-biting victory over Pakistan paved the way for an electrifying path to the semi-finals, highlighting the fierce competition that defines this year’s T20 World Cup.

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