NewKerala.com

Will Jacks Eyes "Massive" T20 WC Semifinal vs India at Wankhede

England all-rounder Will Jacks highlighted the significance of a potential T20 World Cup semifinal against India, calling it a "massive" occasion with a major storyline. England secured their semifinal berth and top spot in Group 1 with a four-wicket win over New Zealand in Colombo. The winner of the upcoming India versus West Indies Super 8 clash will advance to face England in Mumbai. Jacks noted that facing the West Indies would also be a tough challenge, as they previously defeated England in Mumbai during the group stage.

Key Points: Will Jacks on England's Potential T20 WC Semifinal vs India

  • England tops Group 1 after win over NZ
  • India vs WI to decide England's semifinal opponent
  • Semifinal to be played at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium
  • Jacks acknowledges challenge of facing West Indies again
2 min read

"It would be massive," says Will Jacks on prospects of England facing India in T20 WC semis

England's Will Jacks calls a potential T20 World Cup semifinal against India "massive." Preview of the India vs West Indies clash that will decide England's opponent.

"It would be massive, yeah. Everyone knows about India and the storyline that that brings. - Will Jacks"

Colombo, February 28

England all-rounder Will Jacks expressed excitement about the prospect of facing India in the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. He said, "It would be massive," and acknowledged the "storyline" that revolves around playing against India.

Will Jacks' Player of the Match performance against New Zealand powered England to a four-wicket win at Colombo on Friday. The win marked England's fifth consecutive victory at the tournament and made sure they finished the Super 8s as the Group 1 table-toppers ahead of the semifinals.

Coming to Group 2 dynamics, with South Africa already having advanced to the semis with an unbeaten run, whichever team wins the India vs West Indies Super 8s clash, set to take place on Sunday in Kolkata, will qualify for the semis and will face England at the Wankhede Stadium in the second semifinal of the T20 WC 2026.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Will Jacks said a potential semifinal against India would be huge given the narrative around such a clash, but acknowledged that facing the West Indies would also be challenging, especially after their previous loss against them in Mumbai, which came in the group-stage. He added that England will watch Sunday's India vs West Indies game closely and approach the semifinal with optimism and excitement.

"It would be massive, yeah. Everyone knows about India and the storyline that that brings. It could also be the West Indies and they've beaten us in Mumbai, so we know how tricky that's going to be. We'll be watching their game Sunday and we'll see the outcome. We'll be prepared and I think we'll go into it with optimism and excitement," Will Jacks said as quoted by the ICC website.

Coming to the England vs New Zealand match, the latter posted a fighting total of 159 after batting first. The Black Caps recovered from a mid-innings slump after a brisk start by openers Finn Allen (35) and Tim Seifert (29).

For England, Liam Dawson (1/32), Adil Rashid (2/28), Will Jacks (2/23), and Rehan Ahmed (2/28) were among the wicket-takers.

Chasing, captain Harry Brook (26), Jacob Bethell (21), Tom Banton (33), Sam Curran (24), and Will Jacks (32*) played fighting knocks as the Three Lions secured a close win by four wickets.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
Respect to Will Jacks for his performance and his respectful comments. But let's not get ahead of ourselves - West Indies on Sunday is a huge challenge first. One match at a time!
R
Rohit P
England is a strong side, no doubt. But playing India in Mumbai in a World Cup semi? That's a different level of pressure. Our home advantage would be massive, just like Jacks said.
S
Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, the build-up to this potential clash is already giving me chills! The narrative is perfect for a classic. Fingers crossed for Sunday.
V
Vikram M
Honestly, I'm more worried about our middle order consistency than who we face in the semis. The bowling has been good, but the batting needs to click under pressure. That's the real test.
K
Karthik V
Wankhede is a batting paradise. If it's India vs England, expect a high-scoring thriller. Hope the team management is already doing their homework on England's spin attack.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50