Sunday’s T20 World Cup 2026 final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium promises fireworks as India takes on New Zealand from 7 PM. ICC Chairman Jay Shah has voiced his support for both teams in a timely social media update.
Shah tweeted, ‘What a phenomenal record-breaking T20 World Cup! Highlights included our Associates’ heroics. Wishing India and New Zealand the best for a final amid packed stands and billions of eyes worldwide.’
This edition etched its name in history with massive audiences. India’s 500+ million viewers top all previous T20 World Cups. Streaming records tumbled in India-West Indies Super 8, beating 2024 final peaks in developing regions.
ICC’s social media exploded past 10 billion video views, nearing 2024’s 16 billion. India-England semi drew 65.2 million peak digital viewers on JioHotstar – a world record for live events.
Packed with edge-of-seat action and surprises, 20 teams launched in four group stages of five. Top two per group hit Super 8s. Veterans were challenged; Zimbabwe, Nepal, Italy shone bright. Australia, Afghanistan group exits; Pakistan Super 8 ouster.
Super 8 split eight teams into duos of four. India ousted England in semis; New Zealand toppled South Africa to set up the decider.
Shah’s gesture highlights a tournament of milestones, culminating in a final that could crown a new champion amid roaring support.