India and West Indies will clash in a virtual quarterfinal at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, during the T20 World Cup 2026. With the pitch already producing 200-plus totals earlier in the tournament, a high-scoring contest is anticipated. Both teams must win to keep semifinal hopes alive, raising the stakes further.
The India vs West Indies Super 8 match at Eden Gardens promises fireworks, with experts predicting a run-fest on the batting-friendly pitch. The same strip earlier witnessed Scotland’s 200-plus total, and curators expect another high-scoring encounter.
Both India and West Indies enter the match under pressure, having suffered defeats to South Africa. With semifinal qualification on the line, this clash is being dubbed a “virtual quarterfinal.” India’s batting revival against Zimbabwe has boosted confidence, while West Indies rely on their explosive hitters to tilt the balance.
Key Highlights
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Match Context: Virtual quarterfinal in T20 World Cup Super 8s.
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Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
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Pitch Report: Same strip that produced Scotland’s 200+ total.
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India’s Form: Strong win over Zimbabwe; batting unit regains rhythm.
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West Indies’ Edge: Historically dominant, winning 3 of last 4 WC meetings vs India.
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Semifinal Stakes: Winner stays alive in the race for the last four.
Fans can expect a thrilling contest where batting fireworks may decide the fate of both teams.
Sources: ETV Bharat, PTI, DT Next