Batting first, West Indies has scored 195 runs. This is the fourth highest score made at the Eden Gardens ground in international T20 cricket. If the Indian team wants to reach the semi-finals, then the biggest run chase of T20 will have to be done on this ground. In this match being played in Kolkata, India won the toss and chose bowling. Indian bowlers were thrashed in the death overs as the Caribbean batsmen scored 75 runs in the last 30 balls.

India will have to do the biggest run chase

The biggest run chase in international T20 cricket at Eden Gardens, Kolkata is only 158 runs. The biggest run chase here is in the name of India only, which had achieved the target of 158 against West Indies. These figures have become a problem for Team India. When even 160 has never been chased here, in today’s match Team India has to chase the target of 36 more runs than that.

When the West Indies team came to bat first, Shai Hope and Roston Chase gave the team a slow but steady start. Both of them made a partnership of 68 runs for the first wicket, which was broken by Varun Chakraborty. At one time the West Indies team was able to score only 69 runs in 9 overs.

126 made in last 11 overs

While 69 runs were scored in the first 9 overs, West Indies added 126 runs in the next 11 overs. Especially in the last 5 overs, Jason Holder and Rovman Powell created havoc and made a partnership of 76 runs in 35 balls. West Indies scored 75 runs in the last 5 overs. Holder scored 37 runs in 22 balls and Powell scored 34 runs in 19 balls.

Almost all the bowlers from the Indian team were beaten. Jasprit Bumrah took 2 wickets, while Varun Chakraborty and Hardik Pandya took one wicket each.

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Highest Successful Run Chase at Eden Gardens: The Super-8 match between India and West Indies is being played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This is a do or die match for both the teams, because the winning team today will go to the semi-finals and the losing team will have to return home. India won the toss and chose to bowl first, on the other hand, West Indies scored 45 runs without losing any wicket till the powerplay. Know here what score the Indian team will have to limit West Indies and what is the biggest run chase in T20.

If it becomes 160, it will be difficult

Talking about Eden Gardens of Kolkata, even 160 runs have never been chased here in International T20 cricket. The most successful run chase in T20 here is 158 runs, which was achieved by the Indian team against West Indies in 2022. It is not that West Indies cannot make such a big score, because West Indies has also achieved the target of 156 runs here.

Biggest run chase in Eden Gardens

• 158 runs – India (vs West Indies) – 2022
• 156 runs – West Indies (vs England) – 2016
• 154 runs – Sri Lanka (vs Afghanistan) – 2016

semi-final equation

Till now, South Africa, England and New Zealand, these three teams have secured their place in the semi-finals of T20 World Cup 2026. The fourth semi-finalist team will be decided today after the result of India vs West Indies match. Although the net run-rate of West Indies is much better than India, but the net run-rate has no importance in this match. Both India and West Indies currently have 2-2 points. In such a situation, the team winning today will get 4 points and will qualify for the semi-finals.

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India vs West Indies Head to Head: Today the Super-8 match between India and West Indies is no less than a quarterfinal. This match will decide which team will go to the semi-finals. The equation is clear, whoever wins today will go to the semi-finals and the losing team will be out. But the Indian team’s record against West Indies has not been good. If we believe the paper figures, today Team India has more chances of losing than winning.

Will Team India lose?

Today, the chances of Indian team losing are high because in the history of T20 World Cup, Team India is far behind in head-to-head record against West Indies. Both the teams have come face to face 4 times in the World Cup, in which India has been able to register victory only once, while the Caribbean team has emerged victorious on 3 occasions. Obviously West Indies is far ahead in head to head record.

In the 2009 and 2010 World Cup, West Indies was successful in defeating Team India. Till now, India’s only win over West Indies in the T20 World Cup came in the year 2014. Even when they met in the semi-finals of the 2016 World Cup, West Indies had won. This has been their last encounter in the World Cup so far and Team India would definitely like to avenge that defeat in the semi-finals.

How is the record in T20?

Talking about international T20 cricket, a total of 30 matches have been played between India and West Indies. Team India is ahead in overall head to head record because Team India has won 19 times in 30 matches. West Indies has been able to register victory only 10 times and there was no result in one of their matches.

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India vs West Indies Semi Final Scenario: India vs West Indies match, it will be a knockout match and a lot will be at stake in it. This great match is to be played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, which will start at 7 pm Indian time. When both the teams enter Eden Gardens, the excitement will be like a semi-final, because the opportunity is such. Know here what is the equation of India and West Indies going to the semi-finals.

The equation of India and West Indies going to the semi-finals is very clear. West Indies is currently ahead in terms of net run-rate, but if the match is completed without any hindrance, then the net run-rate will have no importance. The simple equation is that whoever wins in India or West Indies will enter the semi-finals.

Team India will take revenge

In the history of T20 World Cup, 4 matches have been played between India and West Indies, in which West Indies has won 3 times. But the most stinging defeat for India came in 2016. In the semi-finals of the 2016 T20 World Cup, West Indies defeated India and broke its dream of becoming world champion. That was also the last match between West Indies and India in the World Cup so far. Now after 10 years, Team India will have a chance to take revenge.

In Group 1 of the Super-8 stage, South Africa has already secured a place in the semi-finals and Zimbabwe is out. Everyone’s eyes will be on the match between India and West Indies because after this the second semi-finalist is going to emerge.

India and West Indies have come face to face a total of 30 times in the history of international T20 cricket. Team India has dominated the head to head record as India has defeated West Indies 19 times in T20 matches.

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How Can India Qualify For Semi Final: The key to the semi-finals of the Indian cricket team is in the hands of South Africa. Today the match between South Africa and West Indies is being played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. West Indies is batting first. Actually, this match is very important for the Indian team to reach the semi-finals. What is this equation, due to which the entire country of India is praying for the victory of South Africa today?

South Africa won, India benefited

The equation of India going to the semi-finals largely depends on the victory of South Africa today. In fact, if South Africa wins over West Indies today, then Africa will enter the semi-finals, having 4 points. Today West Indies lost, while India won over Zimbabwe. Africa will have reached the semi-finals, while India and West Indies will be left with two points each. At the same time, Zimbabwe will have lost 2 consecutive matches and will be out of the World Cup. In such a situation, the second slot of the semi-final will be decided by the winner of the India and West Indies match.

Equation of India going to semi-finals

• Today South Africa wins over West Indies
• May India win over Zimbabwe today
• India beat West Indies on March 1

This is why today Indian fans would be praying that West Indies should get defeated by South Africa at any cost. Till the time of writing this article, West Indies lost 4 big wickets in the first 5 overs.

Today, due to West Indies’ defeat and then India’s victory over Zimbabwe, Team India will get another advantage that it will not have to worry about the net run-rate. In such a situation, the Indian team would only need a win over West Indies on March 1.

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The first match of the T20 World Cup 2026 is being played today between West Indies and South Africa at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium. Team India is also keeping an eye on this match, because its result will decide India’s future in the tournament. India would like South Africa to win. After winning the toss, South Africa has decided to bowl first.

South Africa’s playing 11

Aiden Markram (captain), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brewis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jensen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi.

West Indies playing 11

Brandon King, Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Ford, Gudakesh Moti, Shamar Joseph.

The West Indies vs South Africa match to be held today in the T20 World Cup is very important, because if West Indies wins then India’s chances of going to the semi-finals will be very less. West Indies are currently on top in Group 1, the team has 2 points and a net run rate of +5.350. South Africa’s net run rate is +3.800, they also have 2 points.

The role of toss is going to be important in Narendra Modi Stadium. It is an afternoon match, so the decision to win the toss and bat first may prove to be correct. Chasing the target may be a bit difficult here. Both the last matches here have been won by the team batting first.

West Indies vs South Africa Head to Head

• Total matches: 26
• West Indies won: 14
• South Africa won: 12

Semi-final ticket of the winning team confirmed

West Indies or South Africa, whichever team wins today will secure its semi-final ticket. But India would like South Africa to win, because if West Indies wins then India’s chances of going ahead will be negligible.

West Indies vs South Africa match will start at 3 pm. The toss will take place at 2:30 pm. The match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network. Live streaming will be on JioHotstar app and website.

West Indies and South Africa squad

West Indies: Shai Hope (captain), Johnson Charles, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Moti, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Quentin Sampson, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Brandon King.

South Africa: Aiden Markram (captain), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, David Miller, Marco Yanson, Dewald Brewis, Tristan Stubbs, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj, Corbin Bosch, George Linde, Jason Smith, Enrique Norkhia, Kwena Mafaka.

Two matches will be played today in the T20 World Cup 2026. Team India faces Zimbabwe, but before that, West Indies vs South Africa is special. This will affect India’s equation. Suryakumar Yadav and team will support South Africa today, because if West Indies wins then India’s chances of going to the semi-finals will be very less. Then only a miracle will be able to take Team India forward.

Group 1 of the T20 World Cup Super-8 was called Group of Death, because all four teams playing in it were the toppers of their group in the league stage. West Indies and South Africa are riding on a winning streak, both the teams are winning five consecutive matches in the ongoing tournament. Today the winning streak of one team will stop, Team India would like West Indies to lose today. Let us tell you who has the upper hand in T20 head to head, South Africa or West Indies.

West Indies vs South Africa Head to Head (T20)

West Indies and South Africa have faced each other 26 times so far in T20 International. Head to head figures are also going to trouble India, because West Indies has won more matches. West Indies has defeated South Africa 14 times out of 26, South Africa won 12 matches. However, the margin of victory is not very much, hence it can be said that there is equal competition between the two.

What time does the West Indies vs South Africa match start?

The match between West Indies and South Africa will start today (26 February) at 3 pm. The toss will take place at 2:30 pm.

Where will the West Indies vs South Africa match take place?

The match between West Indies and South Africa will be played at Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. South Africa had defeated India on this ground. Team India would like South Africa to win even today.

Where to watch West Indies vs South Africa match live?

The matches of T20 World Cup 2026 are being telecast live on the channels of Star Sports Network. Live streaming of West Indies vs South Africa match will be on JioHotstar app and website.

Now every match of T20 World Cup 2026 is do or die for the Indian cricket team, but victory alone is not enough to reach the semi-finals. The future of Suryakumar Yadav and team also depends on the results of other matches. Net run rate will play an important role, so Team India needs a big win against Zimbabwe. Let us explain to you in simple language what should happen so that India qualifies for the semi-finals.

Team India’s next match is against Zimbabwe on 26th February, in which Suryakumar Yadav needs not just a win but a big win. Because after this India’s clash is with West Indies. In the form West Indies are in, it will be difficult to achieve such a big win against them. In the first match of Super-8, South Africa defeated India by 76 runs, due to which India’s net run rate has become -3.800.

South Africa’s net run rate is +3.800, while after the big win of 107 runs, West Indies’ net run rate is +5.350. There is every possibility that there will be a net run rate issue between any two teams, which will decide who will go ahead and whose journey will end. Right now India is standing far behind in terms of net rate.

How big should India’s victory be?

If Team India scores 220 runs while batting first against Zimbabwe, then they should restrict Zimbabwe to 120 or less. By winning by a margin of 100 or more runs, India can come ahead in the game of net run rate, India will have to ‘dominate’ in this match. However, Zimbabwe has defeated big teams like Australia and Sri Lanka in the league stage, so it will not be easy to do this.

If Zimbabwe team bats first then India will have to chase very quickly. If Zimbabwe scores 150 or 160 runs then Team India will have to chase it before 11 or 12 overs. With this, India’s net run rate can go up significantly.

understand with example

If Zimbabwe scored 160 runs while batting first. If Team India achieves this target in 10 to 12 overs, then the net run rate can increase from +4 to +5. Whereas if Zimbabwe scores more than 180 runs, then India should register a win before 15 overs, this will also be a good improvement in the net run rate.

Indian equation

Equation 1: If Team India defeats Zimbabwe and West Indies, then India will get 4 points. But along with this, it is necessary that South Africa defeats West Indies, this will leave only 2 points for the West Indies team. In such a situation, India and South Africa will be the two teams to qualify for the semi-finals.

Equation 2: If West Indies beats South Africa, then India should register a big win over Zimbabwe. This win should be by a margin of more than 100 runs, or a quick chase. Then defeat West Indies also, efforts should be made to make this also a big victory. In such a situation, India and West Indies will have 4 points each. South Africa will qualify for the semi-finals by defeating Zimbabwe, while the team with better net run rate among India and West Indies will be the second finalist.

But if Zimbabwe defeats South Africa, then the top-2 teams with better net run rate between India, West Indies and South Africa will play in the semi-finals of T20 World Cup 2026.

Group-1 of Super-8 of T20 World Cup 2026 is being called Group of Death, where the four topper teams of the league stage are playing. The path for Team India, a strong contender for the title, to reach the semi-finals has now become very difficult. An equation is being created that India might be out of the race for the semi-finals before its next match. Here we are talking about the West Indies vs South Africa match, on the result of which everyone’s eyes are fixed.

How will the equation change with WI vs SA match?

South Africa defeated India by 76 runs in the first match. After this big defeat, India’s net run rate has become -3.800. South Africa’s net run rate is +3.800. West Indies defeated Zimbabwe by 107 runs in their first match of Super-8, taking their net run rate to +5.350.

Now Suryakumar Yadav and team have to win their next two matches. The first match is against Zimbabwe on 26 February, but the situation will become more clear from the West Indies vs South Africa match to be held before that.

If West Indies defeats South Africa then India will be out of Super-8. Because in this situation, even if West Indies loses the third match to India and India wins both the matches, then both will have 4 points each, but West Indies is far ahead in terms of net run rate. South Africa’s third match is with Zimbabwe on March 1, in which if South Africa wins then they will also have 4 points and their net run rate is also better.

When is WI vs SA match?

West Indies vs South Africa match is on Thursday, 26 February. This match will start at 3 pm at Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium. South Africa had defeated India on this ground. India would like South Africa to defeat West Indies also.

Although even if the West Indies team wins, Team India will not officially be out of the race for the semi-finals, but it will become almost impossible for them to go ahead.

T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Qualified Teams: In the 2026 T20 World Cup, Super-8 matches are starting from today i.e. 21st February. The first match in the Super-8 stage will be played between Pakistan and New Zealand. A total of 20 countries took part in the tournament, but after the group stage the number of teams has reduced to only 8. The real competition will begin now, where there will be a race between these eight teams to reach the semi-finals and then the finals.

Before the matches of Super-8 stage start, know which eight teams have overcome the challenge of group stage and made it to the next stage. Let us tell you that a total of 12 matches will be played in Super-8.

All the teams of Super-8- India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, West Indies, Zimbabwe, South Africa, New Zealand

Whose match today?

Today the first match in Super-8 will be played between Pakistan and New Zealand. This match will be played at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo and will start at 7 pm Indian time. In the history of international T20 cricket, Pakistan and New Zealand have come face to face 49 times so far, out of which Pakistan has won 24 times and the Kiwi team has won 23 times.

How did you qualify for Super-8?

When the 2026 T20 World Cup tournament started, all the 20 teams were divided into 4 groups of five each. The teams in each group faced each other once. In this way, after the completion of all the matches, all the teams which remained in the first 2 positions in the group, qualified for the Super-8.

India and Pakistan from Group A, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe from Group B, West Indies and England from Group C, South Africa and New Zealand from Group D qualified. Now these eight teams have been divided into two groups of four each in the Super-8 and the top-2 teams will enter the semi-finals.

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