India vs Zimbabwe: In a thrilling display of cricket, India defeated Zimbabwe by 72 runs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight match held on February 26, 2026, at Chepauk Stadium. India, recovering from a previous loss to South Africa, posted a formidable 256/4, marking the highest total of this tournament and the second-highest in T20 World Cup history.
The match was highlighted by stellar performances from Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya, both scoring half-centuries, with Pandya’s explosive 50 coming off just 23 balls. India’s innings was characterized by an aggressive batting approach, hitting 17 sixes and 17 fours, accumulating a remarkable 170 runs in boundaries alone.
Zimbabwe’s chase was spearheaded by Brian Bennett, who scored an unbeaten 97, but the team could only manage 184/6. Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh was instrumental, taking 3/24 and restricting Zimbabwe’s batting lineup. Despite their efforts, Zimbabwe’s campaign in the World Cup ended as they failed to reach the semi-finals.
India’s upcoming match against the West Indies on March 1, 2026, will be crucial, as the winner will secure a place in the tournament’s final four. This victory not only boosts India’s confidence but also sets the stage for an exciting showdown in their next encounter.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, February 27th, 2026
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