Ind vs Eng 2nd Semi-Final Live: Sanju Samson 46* Powers India to 76/1 After Powerplay

India made a solid start in the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2026, posting 76/1 after 7.1 overs. Sanju Samson, the wicketkeeper-batsman, anchored the innings with an unbeaten 46 from just 25 deliveries, striking 7 fours and 2 sixes at an impressive strike rate of 184.00. Ishan Kishan supported well with 19* off 11 balls, keeping the scoreboard ticking at a brisk pace.

Abhishek Sharma was dismissed early for 9 off 7 balls, caught by Phil Salt off Will Jacks, leaving India at 20/1 inside the second over. Despite the early loss, India’s innings quickly gained momentum thanks to Samson and Kishan’s aggressive strokeplay.

England’s Bowling Under Pressure

England’s pacers and spinners struggled to contain India in the powerplay. Jofra Archer bowled 2 overs, conceding 26 runs, while Will Jacks took 1 wicket for 19 runs in 2 overs. Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, and Liam Dawson have all attempted to slow the scoring, but India maintained a high run rate of 10.60 through the first 7 overs.

Match Situation

With the top order firing, India remained in control early in the Ind vs Eng 2nd Semi-Final, setting up an exciting contest against England at a critical stage in the T20 World Cup 2026. The team looks poised to accelerate further and set a strong platform for the middle order.