Former Indian player and coach Ravi Shastri has praised the incredible performance of the Indian team at the 2026 T20 World Cup after they secured a spot in the final. The Men in Blue clinched a tense seven-wicket victory over England in the semi-finals, setting up a showdown with New Zealand. After putting up a total of 253 runs, India faced a tough challenge from the Three Lions, especially with Jacob Bethell scoring a remarkable 105. However, thanks to some outstanding fielding and bowling from stars like Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel, India managed to come out on top in a nail-biting match. Shastri commended the team's overall performance throughout the tournament. He highlighted the squad's balance and noted how beneficial it is to have players who have experienced success before, as it equips them with the know-how to handle pressure in critical moments. Here is what Shastri was quoted as saying on the Indian Express: “It was a lot tighter than many people think․ Yes, it shows seven runs on the board, but for those catches from Axar Patel this could have gone either way,” “They’ve played some real consistent cricket․ They have got a nice blend of youth and experience, a lot of the players who played in the last World cup final are on the side so they would have gained from that experience and here playing at home is not easy,” he added. Read also: Dravid, Ashwin join consortium for ETPL Glasgow franchise India chase history with third title As India gears up to make history against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, March 8, they are aiming to become the first men's team to win three T20 world titles. Currently, England, West Indies, and India are all tied with two titles each. If they triumph, India will also be the first men's team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup. With history within reach, India is ready to face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on March 8. A win would not only mark India's third T20 World Cup title but also make them the first to retain the trophy. With a well-rounded squad and strong momentum, the Men in Blue are determined to deliver one last stellar performance on the grandest stage.