India Faces Must-Win Matches to Reach ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Semifinals After Loss
India's women's cricket team lost to South Africa by six wickets at Old Trafford during the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 group stage, with Marizanne Kapp scoring an unbeaten 81. This defeat has affected India's chances of reaching the semifinals. Currently second in Group A, India must win their remaining matches against Bangladesh and Australia to secure a top-two finish. They also need South Africa to drop points to advance to the semifinals under the tournament format.