T20 World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament: India Dominate After Title Defence

India capped a remarkable campaign by defeating New Zealand in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final, winning by 96 runs in Ahmedabad to secure a historic third title and become the first team to defend the trophy.

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The tournament delivered explosive batting, record-breaking performances and several standout bowling spells across the competition. With India dominating the latter stages and several players from around the cricketing world producing elite performances, here is the BetJets News Team of the Tournament.

Sanju Samson (India, Wicketkeeper) – 321 runs

Sanju Samson was the standout performer of the tournament and a deserving Player of the Tournament. The Indian wicketkeeper amassed 321 runs at an average above 80, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer overall and delivering crucial knocks in the knockout stages.

His crowning moment came in the final when he smashed 89 off 46 balls, the highest score in a T20 World Cup final, helping India post a massive 255/5.

Samson’s consistency, strike power and ability to dominate bowling attacks made him the obvious choice behind the stumps.

Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan) – 383 runs

Farhan finished the tournament as the leading run-scorer, accumulating 383 runs, the highest total in this edition.

The Pakistani opener delivered big innings throughout the group and Super Eight stages, consistently giving his side strong starts and proving to be one of the most destructive top-order batters in the competition.

Ishan Kishan (India) – 317 runs

Kishan was a vital part of India’s explosive top order, finishing with 317 runs and forming part of the batting trio that dominated bowling attacks throughout the tournament.

His fearless strokeplay and ability to attack both pace and spin helped India build momentum early in the innings, including impactful performances in the knockout rounds.

Shimron Hetmyer (West Indies) – 294 runs

Hetmyer once again showed his class as one of T20 cricket’s most dangerous batters after being promoted to number three in the batting order.

The West Indies star scored 294 runs during the tournament, combining power hitting with calm finishing to anchor several innings for his side.

Hardik Pandya (India) – 162 runs & 9 wickets

Pandya delivered a balanced all-round performance, contributing 162 runs and 9 wickets across the tournament.

His ability to finish innings with the bat and deliver crucial overs with the ball made him one of India’s most valuable players throughout the competition.

Will Jacks (England) – 201 runs & 9 wickets

England’s Will Jacks showcased his versatility with 201 runs and 7 wickets, often contributing in both departments during key matches.

His aggressive batting and part-time off-spin gave England tactical flexibility throughout the tournament.

Shivam Dube (India) – 173 runs & 6 wickets

Dube played a critical role in India’s middle order, scoring 173 runs and taking 6 wickets.

His late hitting in the death overs, including key runs in the final stages of matches, helped India accelerate to match-winning totals.

Adil Rashid (England) – 13 wickets

England’s veteran leg-spinner once again proved why he remains one of the world’s best T20 bowlers.

Rashid claimed 12 wickets during the tournament, consistently controlling the middle overs and breaking partnerships at crucial moments.

Lungi Ngidi (South Africa) – 12 wickets

South Africa’s leading fast bowler enjoyed an excellent campaign, finishing with 13 wickets.

Ngidi’s ability to strike early in the powerplay, control the middle overs with his elusive slower balls and bowl effectively at the death made him one of the standout seamers of the tournament.

Jasprit Bumrah (India) – 14 wickets

Bumrah once again delivered on the biggest stage, finishing with 14 wickets and producing a match-winning spell of 4/15 in the final, earning Player of the Match honours.

His precision yorkers and calmness under pressure were key to India’s title defence.

Blessing Muzarabani (Zimbabwe) – 13 wickets

Zimbabwe’s towering paceman was one of the breakout stars of the competition.

Muzarabani finished with 14 wickets, troubling batters with his bounce and pace while spearheading Zimbabwe’s impressive bowling performances throughout the tournament.