India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in Ahmedabad to win the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, their third title
India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on 8 March 2026, becoming the first team to defend the title, the first to win it at home and the first to win it three times.
Summary
India won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on 8 March 2026, by 96 runs. Put in to bat after New Zealand won the toss, India made 255 for 5 in 20 overs, with Sanju Samson scoring 89 off 46 balls, Ishan Kishan 54 and Abhishek Sharma 52. New Zealand were bowled out for 159 in 19 overs; Tim Seifert made 52, and Jasprit Bumrah took 4 for 15 to be named Player of the Match. Sanju Samson was Player of the Tournament. According to the ICC, India became the first team to defend the T20 World Cup, the first to win it at home, and the first to win it three times. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the team, saying the win reflected exceptional skill, determination and teamwork.
Key facts
- Date and venue
- 8 March 2026, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Result
- India 255/5 (20) beat New Zealand 159 (19) by 96 runs
- Top scorer
- Sanju Samson 89 (46)
- Player of the Match
- Jasprit Bumrah, 4/15
- Player of the Tournament
- Sanju Samson
- Records
- First to defend T20 WC; first host to win; first to win three titles
Practice MCQs 5 questions
India won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final on 8 March 2026 by defeating which team?
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Correct answer: D — New Zealand
India beat New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Where was the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final played?
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Correct answer: A — Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The final was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on 8 March 2026.
Who was named Player of the Match in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final?
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Correct answer: B — Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah took 4 for 15 and was Player of the Match; Sanju Samson, who scored 89, was Player of the Tournament.
What total did India post in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand?
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Correct answer: C — 255/5
India scored 255 for 5 in 20 overs and bowled New Zealand out for 159 in 19 overs.
Consider the following statements about India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 win: 1. India became the first team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup title. 2. India became the first host nation to win the T20 World Cup. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the ICC said India became the first team to defend the T20 World Cup, the first to win it at home and the first to win three titles.