Mumbai, March 6: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 । Cricket fans witnessed one of the most explosive matches in T20 history as India and England smashed a record 34 sixes in the semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, creating a new benchmark for power-hitting in the tournament.
The high-scoring clash at Wankhede Stadium saw a total of 499 runs scored across both innings, making it one of the most entertaining matches of the competition. India eventually defeated England by 7 runs to book their place in the final.
India posted a massive 253/7 in 20 overs, powered by a brilliant 89-run knock from Sanju Samson, who was later named Player of the Match. Several Indian batters contributed with aggressive hitting as the team smashed 19 sixes, helping set a daunting target.
In response, England mounted a strong chase thanks to a sensational century by Jacob Bethell, who scored 105 off just 48 balls. Despite his heroics and late fireworks from Jofra Archer, England finished on 246/7, falling just short of the target.
India’s bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah, held their nerve in the final overs to secure the narrow victory and send the hosts into the World Cup final, where they will face New Zealand national cricket team.
The match will be remembered for its extraordinary hitting spectacle, with 34 sixes combined by both teams, the highest ever in a T20 World Cup match and among the most in any T20 international game.
