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India lifted the T20 World Cup after a dominant 96-run victory over New Zealand in Ahmedabad. Explosive fifties from Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan powered India to 255, before Jasprit Bumrah’s four-wicket spell sealed a memorable title win
India Crowned T20 World Champions in Ahmedabad (Image Source: JioHotstar)
Ahmedabad: India delivered a complete performance with bat and ball to defeat New Zealand by 96 runs in the T20 World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. After piling up a massive 255/5, India’s bowlers dismantled the chase to secure a memorable world title, reports Dynamite News correspondent.
India’s innings was built on a fearless start from the top order. Abhishek Sharma set the tone early with an explosive 52 off 21 balls, attacking the powerplay and helping India reach a record 92/0 in the first six overs.
The momentum continued through a superb partnership between Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan.
Sanju Samson: 89 (46) – a commanding knock filled with clean hitting
Ishan Kishan: 54 (25) – aggressive stroke play that kept the run rate soaring
Late acceleration from Shivam Dube, who smashed 26 off just 8 balls*, pushed India to a daunting 255/5, one of the highest totals ever in a T20 World Cup final.
INDIA ARE T20 WORLD CHAMPIONS! 🇮🇳🏆
A complete domination in Ahmedabad as India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the final.
🔥 255/5 with fifties from Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma & Ishan Kishan
🎯 Jasprit Bumrah stars with 4 wickets
A historic night for Team India! 🇮🇳🏏… pic.twitter.com/SJ7azfQHzm— Dynamite News (@DynamiteNews_) March 8, 2026
For New Zealand, James Neesham was the standout bowler, picking up 3/46.
Chasing 256, New Zealand needed a strong start but India’s bowlers quickly seized control. Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah removed key top-order batters including Finn Allen and Rachin Ravindra inside the powerplay, putting the chase under immediate pressure. The required run rate kept climbing as wickets continued to fall.
New Zealand briefly found hope through a counterattack from Tim Seifert, who scored a quick 52 with several powerful boundaries and sixes.
However, the turning point came when Varun Chakaravarthy dismissed Seifert, halting New Zealand’s only major resistance and leaving the middle order exposed.
India’s bowling attack tightened its grip in the death overs, led by a masterclass from Jasprit Bumrah. Using clever slower balls and pinpoint yorkers, Bumrah removed key lower-order players including Mitchell Santner and Matt Henry, finishing with four wickets.
The final wicket fell when Abhishek Sharma dismissed Jacob Duffy, caught by Tilak Varma, sealing India’s emphatic victory.
From a record-breaking powerplay to a clinical bowling performance, India dominated every phase of the final. The 96-run victory capped a spectacular campaign and sparked massive celebrations in Ahmedabad as India lifted the T20 World Cup trophy in style.
