Arshdeep Singh and Daryl Mitchell Fight In Final: The final of the T20 World Cup 2026 between India and New Zealand is being played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In the second innings of the match, when New Zealand was on the field for the run chase, a fierce altercation was seen between Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh and Kiwi batsman Daryl Mitchell. So let us know what the whole matter is.

Arshdeep brought the 11th over for India, in which Daryl Mitchell hit him for two consecutive sixes on the second and third balls. After this one ball went wide and one was a dot. Then the fifth ball also remained a dot. But on this ball, Arshdeep got angry and deliberately hit the ball to Daryl Mitchell. The video of this incident is also going viral on social media.

It can be seen in the video that Arshdeep threw the ball, which Mitchell played towards him. Mitchell was standing so far to the side that the stumps were clearly visible. But Arshdeep deliberately targeted Daryl Mitchell instead of the stump for run out.

HEATED MOMENT ON THE FIELD: ARSHDEEP VS DARYL MITCHELL ✓

Nah man…! That was unnecessary, Arshdeep Singh . Tensions flared during the clash against Daryl Mitchell. #INDvsNZ #T20WorldCup

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— Ahmad Says (@Ahm67518) March 8, 2026

Angry Daryl Mitchell

Mitchell looked angry as soon as the ball was hit. After this the umpire explained to Arshdeep Singh. Then Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav shook hands with Mitchell and talked to him. Then after the over was over, Daryl Mitchell and Arshdeep Simp also shook hands with each other. In this way the dispute could not progress much further.

India made a big total

In the match, New Zealand won the toss and decided to bowl. Coming to bat first, the Indian team put 255/5 runs on the board in 20 overs. This became the biggest total of the T20 World Cup final. Sanju Samson played the biggest innings for the team and scored 89 runs in 46 balls with the help of 5 fours and 8 sixes. Apart from this, Ishan Kishan played brilliant innings of 54 runs and Abhishek Sharma played brilliant innings of 52 runs.

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IND vs NZ T20 World Cup 2026 Final Innings Highlights: In the final of T20 World Cup 2026, Team India, batting first against New Zealand, scored 255/5 runs on the board in 20 overs. This was the biggest total in the history of the T20 World Cup final. Sanju Samson played the biggest innings for India, scoring 89 runs in 46 balls with the help of 5 fours and 8 sixes. Apart from this, Ishan Kishan scored 54 runs in 25 balls by hitting 4 fours and 4 sixes. Abhishek Sharma, who was almost a flop in the entire tournament, scored 52 runs in just 21 balls by hitting 6 fours and 3 sixes. During this period, James Neesom took maximum 3 wickets for New Zealand.

In the match, New Zealand won the toss and decided to bowl, which perhaps seems to be their biggest mistake after the end of the first innings. Chasing more than 250 runs in the final will not be easy at all.

Great start for India

Team India, who came to bat first, got a great start by Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson. Both of them made a partnership of 98 runs in just 43 balls for the first wicket. After this the Indian batsmen did not look back. After this, the team got its second blow at the score of 203 runs, when Sanju Samson was out. Sanju and Ishaan added 105 runs in 48 balls for the second wicket.

After this the run speed slowed down a bit. Captain Suryakumar Yadav was out without opening the account. Apart from this, Hardik Pandya also could not do anything special. He scored only 18 runs in 13 balls. But in the end Shivam Dubey did wonders and scored 28 runs in just 8 balls. During this he hit 3 fours and 2 sixes.

Kiwi bowlers were badly beaten

Lockie Ferguson proved to be the most expensive for New Zealand, who spent 48 runs in 2 overs. Apart from this, Rachin Ravindra gave away 32 runs in 2 overs. Rachin got 1 wicket. Rest Jacob Duffy gave 42 runs in 3 overs and James Neeson gave 45 runs in 4 overs. Neesam took 3 wickets. Whereas captain Mitchell Santner gave 33 runs in 3 overs.

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The final of the T20 World Cup is an occasion that is waited for for months. There is tremendous enthusiasm among the fans about this great match being played between India and New Zealand and the same enthusiasm is now being seen on social media also. Meanwhile, the former England captain also showed such style regarding this big match that people smiled on the internet. In fact, before the match, he shared pictures of himself getting his beard shaved while sitting at a roadside barber shop.

Shared funny post on social media

Former England captain Michael Vaughan shared a post on social media platform X regarding the T20 World Cup final. In his post he wrote, “All ready for the final tonight on Crickbuzz.” That means he is completely ready to watch the final match. Along with this post, he also shared some of his pictures which soon started going viral on social media.

All ready for the final tonight on @cricbuzz .. #Mumbai #India ..Whoever is chasing to win #ICCMensT20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/rmMZTlEvd9

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) March 8, 2026

Getting a beard at a roadside barber shop

In the pictures shared, Michael Vaughn is seen sitting at a roadside barber shop. It can be seen in the photo that he is sitting comfortably on a chair and the barber is trimming his beard. A smile is also visible on his face. It seems as if he is preparing himself before a big match. This is the reason why these pictures caught people’s attention on social media.

Fans liked the desi style

Social media users also looked very happy after seeing these pictures of Michael Vaughan. Many people commented and wrote that Vaughan is completely enjoying the Indian atmosphere. Some users jokingly said that the experience of real India can be found at roadside barber shops. Some people wrote that the passion for cricket is such that everyone prepares in their own style before the match.

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Big match between India and New Zealand

This time the final match of T20 World Cup is being played between India national cricket team and New Zealand national cricket team. This match has been organized in Narendra Modi Stadium, one of the largest cricket stadiums in the world. Cricket fans all over the world are keeping an eye on this match.

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Rohit Sharma Arrives Ahmedabad: The final of the 2026 T20 World Cup will be played between India and New Zealand on Sunday, March 8 at 7 pm at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Veterans are seen arriving one after another to cheer Team India in the match. Earlier former Indian captain MS Dhoni was seen in Ahmedabad. Now Rohit Sharma was seen with his wife Ritika Sajdeh.

It is not completely confirmed about Dhoni whether he will reach Narendra Modi Stadium to watch the match or not. But regarding Rohit Sharma, news agency ANI said that the former Indian captain has reached Ahmedabad only to watch the final match of India-New Zealand. Let us tell you that Rohit Sharma is also the brand ambassador of the current T20 World Cup.

Hitman seen laughing

It can be seen in the video that Rohit Sharma is talking something. Suddenly he says something, hearing which his wife Ritika starts laughing loudly. Along with this she herself also starts laughing. After this both of them sit in the car and leave.

#WATCH | Gujarat: Former Captain of the Indian Cricket Team, Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh arrive in Ahmedabad to watch the India vs New Zealand. #ICCT20WorldCup final at Narendra Modi Stadium this evening. pic.twitter.com/iXVibFowWH

— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2026

Rohit had also come to watch the semi-finals

The Indian team played the semi-final match against England at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. In that match also, Hitman was seen in the stands. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni also met in the semi-finals.

The last title was won under the captaincy of Rohit

It is noteworthy that the Indian team had won the title of last season i.e. 2024 T20 World Cup under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. In that edition, Team India played the final match against South Africa. Now it will be interesting to see how Team India performs this time. This time Suryakumar Yadav is taking charge of India. Surya was playing as a batsman in 2024. Now it remains to be seen what wonders Team India does under the captaincy of Surya.

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The final of T20 World Cup 2026 will be played between India and New Zealand on Sunday (08 March). Before the match, former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn threatened the Kiwi team by calling them ‘chokers’. Steyn said that this tag is given to Africa, but if New Zealand is unable to defeat India in the final, then he will give this tag to New Zealand.

While talking to AB de Villiers on YouTube, Steyn said, “Look, let’s be honest. New Zealand. Everyone calls South Africa bran, but I am going to say this. New Zealand themselves have not won many World Cups and they have played more finals than us, so New Zealand, don’t feel bad, but win this time.

Steyn further said, “Otherwise, I am officially handing that card (chokers) to you. I love New Zealand, but they will not be able to beat India. For this to happen, India will have to make a huge mistake. I am saying that it is possible. I really want them to win, but do I think they will be able to beat India? No.”

Talking about New Zealand’s record, the team has reached the ICC finals eight times since winning the 2000 ICC Knockout Trophy, but they have won only one final in the form of 2021 World Test Championship, when they defeated India.

AB de Villiers hates New Zealand

AB de Villiers while talking said, “This is why I hate New Zealand. In 2015, they could never beat Australia in the final. I mean, people will be angry with me for saying this, but there was only one team to beat Australia in Australia, and that was South Africa. Now we see New Zealand again in the final and they will play India in India.”

De Villiers further said, “I have a lot of respect for New Zealand as a sporting nation. Dale, if they win the T20 World Cup, both of our lives will be in danger.”

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Suryakumar Yadav On Varun Chakravarthy: Varun Chakraborty has become the Indian batsman to bowl the most expensive spell in the history of T20 World Cup. He conceded 64 runs in 4 overs in the semi-final match against England played at Wankhede Stadium. Now the question is arising whether after such an expensive spell, will Chakraborty be kept in the playing 11 or will another spinner be brought in his place? Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav responded to this in the press conference before the match.

Let us tell you that apart from Varun Chakraborty, India’s second option in the playing 11 is Chinaman spinner Kuldeep Yadav. Kuldeep has played one match against Pakistan in this World Cup, in which he took 1 wicket. But before considering Kuldeep, let us know what Captain Surya said on Varun Chakraborty.

What did Suryakumar Yadav say on Varun Chakraborty?

Speaking in the press conference held before the final, Varun Chakraborty said, “Varun’s form is not a matter of concern. We are not worried. This is a team sport. We are focusing on winning the game. We do not think too much about that (his performance). We won the semi-finals. He is the No. 1 bowler in the world, he knows how to make the team win. We will see the change tomorrow.”

Varun Chakraborty’s figures changed in Super-8

Excellent bowling was seen from Varun Chakraborty in the group stage. During this period, he bowled 12 overs in 4 matches, in which he took 9 wickets at an average of 6.88. The economy was 5.16, which is very good for T20.

But Chakraborty’s figures completely changed in Super-8. In this phase, Varun played 4 matches, in which he bowled 16 overs. During this period he took only 4 wickets at an average of 46.50. With this their economy also got very bad. Chakraborty spent runs at an economy of 11.62.

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In the final match of T20 World Cup 2026, the teams of India and New Zealand will face each other on the field. This match will be played on Sunday, March 08. There is a lot of enthusiasm among the fans regarding the match. This is the first time that the teams of India and New Zealand are facing each other in the final of the T20 World Cup.

Before this, both the teams have clashed in the finals of ICC events a total of three times in ODI and Test formats, in which New Zealand has taken the lead and has won 2, while Team India has been able to win only 1 match. So let us know when, where and how you can watch the fourth clash between the two live for free.

When and what time will the match take place?

The final match between India and New Zealand will be played on Sunday, March 08. According to Indian time, the match will start at 7 pm.

Where will the match take place?

The title match will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Where to watch live on TV?

The final match between India and New Zealand will be telecast live in India through Star Sports Network. However, to watch the match on TV in this way, you will have to pay the recharge price.

Where to watch live streaming

The match will be streamed live through JioHotstar. However, for this also you may have to take a subscription.

Where to watch live for free?

So let us tell you that the title match between India and New Zealand will be telecast live for free on DD Sports, provided you have DD Free Dish. If you do not have it then you will not be able to watch the match for free.

India’s squad for the match

Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Axar Patel, Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma, Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan, Shivam Dubey, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakraborty, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Mohammed Siraj.

New Zealand’s squad for the match

Mitchell Santner (captain), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Cole McConchie.

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Ahmedabad Hotel Prices During T20 World Cup Final: Now the wait is about to end for cricket lovers. On Sunday, March 8, 2026, the world’s largest cricket stadium Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad will witness the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. India and New Zealand will be face to face in this match. Around 1.3 lakh spectators are expected to reach here, hence Ahmedabad seems to be completely colored in the colors of cricket these days. For fans coming from outside, it is very important to know the information related to tickets, hotel and stadium rules in advance, so that the match can be enjoyed without any hassle.

Hotel room prices increased in Ahmedabad

Due to the T-20 World Cup final, hotel prices in the city are skyrocketing. Almost all the rooms in big hotels like ITC Narmada, Taj Skyline and The Umaid have already been booked. A day before the match, the rents of these hotels have reached Rs 60 thousand to Rs 1 lakh. In such a situation, many people are turning to nearby areas to stay within the budget. Some hotels are still comparatively cheaper in areas like Gandhinagar and Prahlad Nagar, where rooms are available between Rs 15,000 and Rs 25,000. The special thing is that the distance of the stadium from Gandhinagar is about 20 minutes and metro connectivity is also available from here.

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Metro is the easiest option to reach the stadium

There is a possibility of heavy traffic around the stadium on the day of the match. It is estimated that the roads will become very busy after 2 pm. In such a situation, using Ahmedabad Metro is considered to be the best option. The Red Line of Ahmedabad Metro goes directly to the stadium. Metro services will run till 12:30 pm on the match day so that people can easily go back even after the match is over. Apart from this, a special paper ticket of Rs 50 has also been issued for the passengers, which will provide the facility of commuting. This ticket can be purchased in advance at many metro stations in the city like Kalupur and Old High Court station. Metro trains will be available every 15 minutes on match days.

Rules related to entry into the stadium

Security arrangements are going to be very tight at Narendra Modi Stadium. Spectators may have to go through at least three levels of security check. The gates of the stadium will open at 4 pm and the match will start at 7 pm. In view of the crowd, spectators are being advised to reach before time.

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