India secured a historic victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final at Narendra Modi Stadium, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs to become the first team to win the tournament three times.
After winning the toss, New Zealand chose to field, but India’s batters quickly took control, posting a massive 255/5 in their 20 overs. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson laid a strong foundation, putting on 98 runs in just seven overs. Sharma scored a blistering 52 off 21 balls, while Samson continued his rich tournament form, finishing unbeaten with 89 off 46 deliveries, featuring eight sixes and five fours. Ishan Kishan added 54 from 25 balls, and Shivam Dube contributed an explosive 26* off eight deliveries at the death.
Chasing 256, New Zealand’s innings faltered under pressure from India’s disciplined bowling. Jasprit Bumrah led the attack with a devastating 4/15, while Axar Patel claimed 3 wickets. Only Tim Seifert (52) and Mitchell Santner (43) offered resistance as the Blackcaps were bowled out for 159 in 19 overs.
India’s commanding performance not only highlighted their batting firepower but also their strategic depth in bowling, cementing their place in history as the first team to win three T20 World Cups.