Heres How India and Australia Could Face Off in T20 World Cup 2026

Once again, India and Australia are not in the same group for the T20 World Cup. This eventually makes us think how both of these teams can face each other in the tournament. Because the clashes involving two legendary teams make the tournament better.

1. India vs Australia in T20 World Cup 2026: Scenario

On the other hand, Australia has been placed in the Group B of the tournament. They will be sharing the group with other teams such as Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Ireland, and Oman. And yes, this time even the Ashes rivalry cannot be witnessed by the fans in the T20 World Cup, with England and Australia

Still, the clash between India and Australia can take place in the Super Eight stages of the tournament. For this, it is also necessary for both teams to finish in the top two of their respective groups. It seems to be easy for the Australian team, as they have opponents such as Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, Oman, and Ireland lined up.

And if both do make it to the Super Eight, Chennai would be the place for their meet-up. The clash between them will likely take place on 26 February, but it is necessary for both teams to make it to this phase. If this happens, it will be an intense clash for the fans, witnessing the young talents of both teams against each other.

2. Last India vs Australia Clash in T20 WC

On June 24, the clash of the titans had finally taken place in the T20 World Cup. India had its last Super Eight clash against Australia, which could also help them to mark their place in the semi-final, and restrict Australia from reaching the same. Australia had won the toss in this game, and they decided to send India to bat first.

Although India was losing wickets quickly, Rohit Sharma continued his momentum of scoring runs quickly for the team. In the over bowled by Mitchell Starc, he gave one of the most expensive overs in the tournament, smashing Starc all around the ground. He went on to score 92 runs off 41 balls with 7 fours and 8 sixes, which helped India to score 205 runs for the loss of 5 wickets.

In the chase, India had a tough time against the Australian batters in the start. Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh were able to smash the bowlers and take Australia close to the target. But Kuldeep Yadav struck well, as he took over the wickets of Mitchell Marsh and Glenn Maxwell in quick succession.

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The main turning point came when Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Travis Head in the 17th over, which was made possible with a catch by Rohit Sharma. Head was dismissed after scoring 76 runs, and India had opened its way to win the game. The team ended up winning by 24 runs, and advanced its way to the semi-final stages of the tournament.