MUMBAI – The stage is set for a high-octane showdown as defending champions India take on two-time winners England in the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The match, a repeat of the 2024 semi-final, is scheduled for today, Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
The winner of this clash will fly to Ahmedabad to face New Zealand in the grand finale on March 8, after the Newzeland dismantled South Africa by nine wickets in the first semi-final yesterday.
IND vs ENG T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final: Match Timing Today
The match will be played under lights at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, a venue known for high-scoring T20 games and electrifying crowd support.
- Match: India vs England – Semi Final
- Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: 5 March 2026
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Match Start Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Toss Time: Around 6:30 PM IST
Head-to-Head in T20 World Cups
The rivalry is perfectly balanced in recent knockout history:
- 2022 Semi-Final: England defeated India by 10 wickets.
- 2024 Semi-Final: India defeated England by 68 runs.
- Overall T20WC: India leads 3–2 in five meetings.
Where to Watch IND vs ENG Semi Final Live
Cricket fans in India can watch the match through multiple platforms:
- TV Telecast: Star Sports Network (India), Sky Sports (UK).
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website (India).
- Live Updates: Follow real-time scores on the ICC official website or Olympics.com.
What Happens After the Semi Final?
The winner of the India vs England semi-final will advance to the T20 World Cup 2026 Final, where they will face New Zealand, who defeated South Africa in the first semi-final.
Pitch Report: Wankhede Stadium
The pitch at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium is traditionally considered a batting-friendly surface with good bounce and short boundaries. Teams often prefer chasing here because of the evening dew factor, making the toss an important factor in the match.
India vs England: Mumbai Weather Report
The weather in Mumbai is currently sunny with a temperature of 32°C, and the forecast for today’s high-stakes semi-final is looking perfect.
According to the latest data for Mumbai, there is a 0% chance of rain for both the daytime and nighttime, ensuring an uninterrupted 40-over contest at the Wankhede Stadium.
Predicted Playing XIs
India: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy.
England: Phil Salt (wk), Jos Buttler, Will Jacks, Harry Brook (c), Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley.
Updated on March 5, 2026 11:30 am