Ind vs Eng 2nd Semi-Final Live: Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan Power India to 177/3 in 15 Overs

India were 177/3 after 15 overs in the Ind vs Eng 2nd Semi-Final, T20 World Cup 2026, putting themselves in a commanding position against England. Sanju Samson led the innings with an explosive 89 off 42 balls, including 8 fours and 7 sixes, at a strike rate of 211.90. His aggressive approach set the tone for India’s innings, ensuring momentum never shifted in England’s favor.

Ishan Kishan was equally destructive, contributing 39 runs off just 18 deliveries, including 4 fours and 2 sixes, striking at 216.66. Together, Samson and Kishan put on a vital partnership that brought India to 100 in just 8.3 overs and 150 by 12.4 overs.

Shivam Dube played a quickfire unbeaten knock of 28 off 19 balls, hitting 1 four and 2 sixes, supporting the innings in the middle overs. Captain Suryakumar Yadav remained unbeaten on 5*, guiding the innings as India maintained a healthy run rate of 11.80. Extras contributed 7 wides, further helping India stay ahead of the game.

England’s bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught. Will Jacks claimed 2 wickets and Adil Rashid picked up 1, but others like Jofra Archer, Sam Curran, and Jamie Overton were hammered for runs in the powerplay and middle overs. The aggressive batting from India ensured that they dominated the key phases of the innings, leaving England under immense pressure heading into the final overs.

With 5 overs remaining, India looked set to post a formidable total, with Samson and Dube holding the innings together. Their performance has given fans hope of a massive total and a strong chance to reach the T20 World Cup 2026 final.