India Sets Record 253-7 in T20 World Cup Semi-Final, Samson Breaks Sixes Record

In the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, India set a record-breaking total of 253 for 7 against England, the highest ever in a T20 World Cup knockout match. Sanju Samson led with a powerful 89 off 42 balls, breaking Rohit Sharma's record for most sixes by an Indian in a single T20 World Cup edition with 16 sixes. India hit 19 sixes in the innings, equaling the tournament record, and established the highest partnership for India in a knockout match with Ishan Kishan. Contributions from Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, and Tilak Varma helped India post one of the highest totals in T20 World Cup history, showcasing their strong batting depth and six-hitting prowess throughout the tournament.