Samson Guides India to Semifinal Berth

India secured a thrilling five-wicket victory over the West Indies cricket team in the ICC T20 Super Eight Group 1 match at Eden Gardens on Sunday, March 1, 2026. With this win, India confirmed their place in the semifinals of the tournament.

The hero of the match was Sanju Samson, who played an unbeaten knock of 97 runs. He remained calm under pressure and guided India to victory in a tense chase. India successfully chased down the target of 195 runs, finishing at 199 for five in just 19.2 overs.

Earlier, the West Indies had posted a strong total of 195 for four in their 20 overs. Their batters played aggressive shots and kept the scoreboard moving, putting India under pressure.

When India began their chase, Abhishek Sharma started positively by hitting a boundary off spinner Akeal Hosein. Samson soon attacked the left-arm spinner as well, hitting a four and a big six. However, India lost a few quick wickets, which made the chase more challenging.

Despite the pressure, Samson stayed at the crease and kept scoring at a steady pace. He built important partnerships with the middle-order batters to keep India in the game. His smart shot selection and calm approach helped India recover from difficult moments.

As the match reached the final overs, the tension inside Eden Gardens increased. The crowd cheered loudly as Samson moved closer to his century. Though he missed out on a hundred by just three runs, his innings proved decisive in sealing the win.

With this victory, India moved into the semifinals with confidence, while the West Indies will now look to regroup for their upcoming matches.