India need to get a big win if possible on the night and will probably be looking to bowl first if given the choice, in order to limit the visitors to a low total and chase it down quickly.
The 29-year-old tore through the Karnataka top-order with figures of 3 for 32 in 14 overs, bowling nine overs on the trot in a relentless first spell
Sanju Samson is playing only his second game in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 after making an appearance against Namibia
Business Standard looks at the possible outcomes and how the result of the West Indies vs South Africa match could shape India's semifinal chances.
The surface in Chennai is typically batting-friendly, and totals in the 170-180 range are often within reach.
The Men in Blue began their Super Eight campaign on a disappointing note, suffering a comprehensive 76-run defeat against South Africa national cricket team.
With their campaign hanging in the balance, India will be eager to respond with a strong performance tonight in Chennai.
India's press conference on the eve of the match at 4 PM IST is likely to shed more light on the XI but before that Business Standard take a look at cues from the practice session.
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A win for South Africa against West Indies will put them in the semi-finals as the second team alongside England
The surface in Ahmedabad promises excellent conditions for a high-scoring contest.
Both India and Zimbabwe suffered defeats in their previous matches - India against South Africa and Zimbabwe against the West Indies - making Thursday's fixture crucial for semi-final qualification
With both unbeaten teams packed with some tremendous power-hitters, there is an expectation of a high-scoring contest
New Zealand had slumped to 84/6 in 12.1 overs after losing four wickets in a dramatic middle-order collapse
Shanaka apologised to his country for the disappointing ouster from the Super Eight stage after a 61-run loss to New Zealand, following a 51-run defeat at the hands of England
While dismissing panic, Kotak acknowledged that selection conversations are active. "There can be changes, yes," he admitted when asked about possible alterations involving Samson and Axar
The incident took place shortly after Dogra struck a boundary off pacer Prasidh Krishna, when a verbal exchange with substitute fielder Aneesh escalated into a brief physical confrontation