IN PHOTOS: Wankhede witnesses carnage as Samson and Bethell deliver masterclass

Updated On: 06 March, 2026 02:30 PM IST | Tarun Verma

Sanju Samson and Jacob Bethell delivered sensational batting performances in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede Stadium. Samson’s explosive start powered India to a massive total, while Bethell’s blistering century kept England in the chase in a thrilling contest (Pics/Atul Kamble)

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Batting first, India got off to a flying start thanks to Samson, who looked in sublime touch from the moment he walked to the crease

<p>On the contrary, the night belonged equally to England’s young batting sensation Jacob Bethell, who responded with a stunning counterattack during England’s chase</p>

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On the contrary, the night belonged equally to England’s young batting sensation Jacob Bethell, who responded with a stunning counterattack during England’s chase

<p>Batting at a strike rate of 211.5, the wicket-keeper batsman dominated the powerplay, dispatching anything loose to the fence and keeping the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace</p>

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Batting at a strike rate of 211.5, the wicket-keeper batsman dominated the powerplay, dispatching anything loose to the fence and keeping the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace

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English middle order batsman played a fearless innings, hammering 105 runs off just 48 balls at a strike rate of 218.7

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Sanju`s ability to find gaps and accelerate under pressure set the platform for India’s imposing total of 253/7

<p>Bethell’s innings was a masterclass in modern T20 batting. He unleashed a flurry of boundaries and  sixes, particularly targeting the spinners and medium pacers</p>

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Bethell’s innings was a masterclass in modern T20 batting. He unleashed a flurry of boundaries and sixes, particularly targeting the spinners and medium pacers

<p>Semi-Final clash at Wankhede will be remembered not only for its nail-biting finish but also for the electrifying batting displays from Samson and Bethell</p>

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Semi-Final clash at Wankhede will be remembered not only for its nail-biting finish but also for the electrifying batting displays from Samson and Bethell

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