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India's Eden Gardens Dominance Faces West Indies Test in T20 World Cup Clash

India faces a must-win Super 8 clash against the West Indies at Eden Gardens to secure the final T20 World Cup semifinal spot. The Men in Blue boast a formidable T20I record at the Kolkata venue, remaining undefeated there since 2016 with seven consecutive wins. Historically, India has dominated the West Indies at this ground, winning all four of their previous T20I encounters there. While the West Indies have fond memories of the venue from their 2016 title win, India's recent form and home advantage make them favorites in this high-stakes match.

Key Points: India vs West Indies T20 World Cup: Eden Gardens Record Preview

  • India must win to reach semifinals
  • Undefeated at Eden Gardens in T20Is since 2011
  • Holds 4-0 T20I record vs WI at the venue
  • West Indies won 2016 T20 World Cup final there
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A look at India's impressive record at Eden Gardens in T20Is ahead of crucial Super 8 clash with Windies

India looks to extend its unbeaten T20I run at Eden Gardens against West Indies in a crucial Super 8 match to decide the final T20 World Cup semifinalist.

A look at India's impressive record at Eden Gardens in T20Is ahead of crucial Super 8 clash with Windies
"India have never lost a game against the West Indies at the iconic venue."

New Delhi, Mar 1

As three semi-finalists have been confirmed at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, the last position will go down to the final day of Super Eights action between defending champions India and the West Indies on Sunday evening as the race to be crowned champions continues.

India's confidence-building victory over Zimbabwe on Thursday leaves the Asian side with a simple equation heading into their final Super Eights fixture with the West Indies.

A victory over the West Indies will see India qualify for the semi-finals, while a loss will see them miss out. If India do qualify then it is likely they will finish the Super Eights behind South Africa in second place in Group 1 and will meet the top-ranked team (England) from Group 2 in the semifinal.

India will take on the Windies at their happy hunting ground, Eden Gardens in Kolkata. However, the West Indies too have some good memories of the venue, having won their second T20 World Cup title after beating England in the final at the Eden Gardens in 2016.

But India have a superior record at the venue in the shorter format of the game and have been undefeated in Kolkata since 2016. Moreover, India have never lost a game against the West Indies at the iconic venue.

Men in Blue have played eight T20I matches at the venue since 2011 and have lost just one game. India's only loss at the Eden Gardens in a T20I came against England in October 2011. India have since managed seven wins in a row in seven T20I matches in a row at the venue.

India and the West Indies have played four T20I matches at the Eden Gardens, with the hosts claiming victories in all four. India's last victory against the West Indies at the venue came in February 2022.

Overall, India and the West Indies have played in 30 T20I matches, with India having an upper hand against the Windies with 19 wins and the West Indies emerging victorious on 10 occasions. One of the matches between the two sides ended in a no result.

Squads:

India: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson (wk), Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel.

West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Quentin Sampson, Jayden Seales, Roston Chase, Johnson Charles

- IANS

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Priya S
While the record is impressive, we can't take the Windies lightly. They are the defending champions for a reason and they won the title at Eden Gardens in 2016. Our batting middle order looks a bit shaky to me. Hope SKY and Hardik deliver under pressure.
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Rohit P
The Kolkata crowd will be the 12th man! Nothing like the roar at Eden Gardens to lift the team. Feeling positive. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living here, the atmosphere for these matches is electric. It's a must-win, but the historical data is definitely in India's favor. Should be a cracking game!
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Vikram M
Stats are good, but they are just numbers on paper. On the day, anything can happen in T20 cricket. West Indies have players like Powell and Rutherford who can take the game away in a few overs. Our fielding needs to be top-class.
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Karthik V
Honestly, I'm a bit worried. Our top order needs to give a solid start. Ishan and Abhishek have to be aggressive but sensible. Can't afford a collapse like in the last game. Fingers crossed! 🤞

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