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T20 World Cup 2026: Top run-scorers and wicket-takers after semifinals

Defending champions India will host New Zealand in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final on Sunday, March 8

T20 WC: Abhishek Sharma roars back to form in final against New Zealand

Abhishek now holds the record of the fastest fifty in the T20 World Cup 2026

India vs New Zealand final winner prediction: Who will win T20 WC final?

As India and New Zealand try to outwit each other in the grand finale today, find the winner prediction of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final based on stats and expert views here.

T20 World Cup 2026 IND vs NZ grand finale: Santner opts to bowl; Duffy replaces McConchie

ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Final: India are chasing their record-breaking, third T20 World Cup title, while New Zealand are looking to secure their maiden title

How Team India have fared at Narendra Modi Stadium in T20 internationals?

After two high pressure games for the Men in Blue against West Indies and England, they will be going into the finale brimming with confidence and would love to defend their title and create history.

T20 WC 2026 final: India vs New Zealand preview, toss time, streaming

With both sides coming off thrilling performances against England and South Africa respectively in the semis, the game promises another difficult challenge, with India also banking on home support.

T20 WC 2026 final: IND vs NZ pitch report, Ahmedabad Stadium stats

India could become the first Asian team to claim five ICC World Cup titles across formats, narrowing the gap with Australia's record of seven.

How India and New Zealand have performed against each other in T20 WC

The two sides have also met three times in the T20 World Cup before the 2026 final. However, despite winning two trophies, India have been unable to conquer the Kiwis' challenge in the tournament

T20 World Cup 2026: India vs New Zealand head-to-head record in T20Is

India, despite having a better head-to-head record over New Zealand in T20Is, have never been able to overcome the Kiwi challenge in a T20 World Cup match

Samson vs Henry, Seifert vs Bumrah: Key battles in IND vs NZ T20 WC final

As the stage is set for a blockbuster finale, several key player battles could play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the match.

T20 WC: India or New Zealand, who has a better spin record in tournament

The spinners of both India and New Zealand have performed brilliantly in the tournament, but in different aspects

IND vs NZ final: Will India drop Abhishek and Chakravarthy today?

Among the key talking points are the form of opening batter Abhishek Sharma and whether spinner Varun Chakaravarthy should retain his place in the playing XI for the title clash.

What happened when Team India last faced New Zealand in an ICC final?

On March 9, 2025, India, led by Rohit Sharma, chased down a massive target of 252 set by New Zealand, winning by four wickets to lift the Champions Trophy.

West Asia crisis: South Africa, West Indies to leave India on Tuesday

The delays have been attributed to restricted or closed airspace in parts of West Asia, which disrupted flight planning and caused logistical complications for several teams.

T20 WC: IND vs ENG semifinal shatters record for most-streamed T20I match

The India-England contest generated 619 million views on JioHotstar, making it the most-streamed T20 International in history

Stats alert: Indian batters and bowlers' performance in T20 World Cup 2026

Varun Chakaravarthy has been India's standout bowler with 13 wickets in eight innings, making him the joint highest wicket-taker in the tournament

T20 WC final, IND-NZ: 3,000 cops, anti-drone systems deployed in Ahmedabad

Over 3,000 police personnel, around 1,000 home guards, and three anti-drone systems will be deployed for security during the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final to be played in Ahmedabad on Sunday, police said. Addressing reporters ahead of the contest, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik said on Saturday that elaborate security arrangements have been put in place. "Tomorrow, a historic T20 World Cup final is going to be held here at the Narendra Modi Stadium. For this, all preparations have been completed by the police. For the security arrangements, we are deploying over 3,000 police personnel and around 1,000 home guards," he said. Malik said additional safety measures have been introduced this time to prevent overcrowding or any untoward incidents near the stadium gates. "This time, we have set up holding areas near Gate 1 and 2, slightly towards the main road, to prevent any possibility of a stampede. Although such an incident has never happened here, we have set this up

Air India Express, Akasa add flights to Ahmedabad for T20 World Cup final

Air India Express and Akasa Air on Friday announced that they will operate special flights to Ahmedabad, providing more travel options to the city for the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand on March 8. "To facilitate cricket fans travelling to witness the final, the airline will operate additional flights to Ahmedabad from Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad. These flights have been scheduled in response to the sharp increase in demand for travel to the city as fans across the country plan to attend the highly anticipated match," Air India Express said in a release. The airline also said it continues to closely monitor booking trends and might consider further capacity enhancements based on demand. Akasa Air will operate special direct flights between Mumbai and Ahmedabad on March 8 and 9, complementing its existing network between the two cities. "SkyLights will illuminate the cabin with the colours of the Indian tricolour, leveraging the dynamic lighting featur

India-NZ T20 World Cup final play means business for eateries, pubs

Restaurants and pubs expect higher footfall as India faces New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, while hotel bookings in Ahmedabad surge and room rates edge up

Richard Illingworth, Alex Wharf to umpire T20 World Cup 2026 final

Illingworth will officiate his second consecutive T20 World Cup final after previously standing in the 2024 summit clash alongside Chris Gaffaney.