India Lose to South Africa in T20 World Cup; Kohli's Absence Noted in Batting Collapse

India suffered a heavy 76-run defeat to South Africa in their first Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2026 at Ahmedabad, being bowled out for 111 while chasing 188. Former opener Virender Sehwag highlighted that India have never won a World Cup match chasing over 160, a trend linked to the absence of Virat Kohli, who previously anchored successful high-run chases. Kohli retired from T20Is after the last World Cup, leaving a gap in India's batting during crucial chases.