India secured their place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals after edging the West Indies in a high-pressure Super 8 clash in Kolkata. The victory confirmed qualification and ended the Caribbean side’s campaign.
India chased down 196 with five wickets in hand, thanks largely to an unbeaten 97 from Sanju Samson. His composed innings anchored the run chase after early momentum threatened to slip.
West Indies Post Competitive Total
The West Indies put up 195 for four, building steadily through the middle overs and setting a target that demanded precision from India’s top order. Their power hitters capitalised late in the innings, pushing the total close to the 200 mark.
India’s bowlers kept the scoring in check during key phases, preventing the match from drifting beyond reach. Tight overs late in the innings proved decisive in limiting the damage.
Samson Holds His Nerve
India’s chase required control rather than aggression, and Samson delivered exactly that. He rotated the strike consistently, punished loose deliveries, and guided partnerships that kept the scoreboard moving.
When pressure mounted in the closing overs, India avoided panic. The finish arrived with measured batting rather than risk-heavy strokes, sealing a five-wicket win.
Semi-Final Spot Secured
The result sends India into the knockout stage, where they now prepare for a semi-final showdown against England. Momentum shifts quickly in tournament cricket, and this performance restores belief after earlier inconsistency in the Super 8 phase.
For fans following the T20 World Cup campaign, the stakes now rise sharply as the final four teams battle for a place in the final.
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