India has announced its official squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
This big tournament will be played in India and Sri Lanka.
1 Suryakumar Yadav (Captain) – Experienced middle-order batter leading the side.
2 Axar Patel (Vice-Captain) – All-rounder leading spin bowling and batting depth.
3 Abhishek Sharma – Explosive opening batter.
4 Tilak Varma – Middle-order left-handed batter.
5 Sanju Samson (WK) – Wicketkeeper-batter, also a top-order option.
6 Ishan Kishan (WK) – Returned to the squad as second wicketkeeper.
7 Rinku Singh – Finisher and middle-order batter.
8 Hardik Pandya – Fast-bowling all-rounder.
9 Shivam Dube – All-rounder providing batting power and pace bowling.
10 Jasprit Bumrah – Lead fast bowler.
11 Arshdeep Singh – Left-arm pace spearhead.
12 Varun Chakravarthy – Mystery spinner.
13 Kuldeep Yadav – Senior wrist spinner.
14 Washington Sundar – Spin all-rounder.
15 Harshit Rana – Pace all-rounder.
📊 India T20 World Cup 2026 – Player Stats Tables
🏏 Batting Stats (Past T20 World Cup)
| Player Name | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suryakumar Yadav | 9 | 8 | 281 | 56.20 | 181.29 | 3 |
| Hardik Pandya | 10 | 9 | 213 | 23.66 | 136.53 | 1 |
| Axar Patel | 9 | 7 | 92 | 23.00 | 139.39 | 0 |
| Sanju Samson | 6 | 5 | 108 | 21.60 | 135+ | 0 |
| Ishan Kishan | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4.00 | 100.00 | 0 |
🏏 Bowling Stats (Past T20 World Cup)
| Player Name | Matches | Overs | Wickets | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 18 | 63+ | 26 | 4.17 | 3/7 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 14 | 50+ | 27 | 7.16 | 4/9 |
| Hardik Pandya | 10 | 28+ | 13 | 7.80 | 3/30 |
| Axar Patel | 9 | 32+ | 9 | 7.86 | 2/18 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 7 | 24+ | 10 | 6.70 | 3/17 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 6 | 22+ | 7 | 6.84 | 2/15 |
🆕 Players Playing Their First T20 World Cup (No WC Stats Yet)
These players have not played any T20 World Cup before, so no past WC stats are available:
- Abhishek Sharma
- Tilak Varma
- Rinku Singh
- Shivam Dube
- Washington Sundar
- Harshit Rana
These players are selected based on recent T20 international and domestic performances.
India T20 World Cup 2026 Squad – Player Records
🏏 1. Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
- Role: Middle-order batter
- T20 World Cup:
• Matches played: 9
• Runs: 281
• Average: 56.20
• Strike Rate: 181.29
• 50s: 3 half-centuries - He scored quick runs in 2022 & 2024 editions, including best of 68 off 40.
🏏 2. Abhishek Sharma
- Role: Opening batter
- T20 World Cup: No official T20 WC records available yet
- T20I Career: Strong middle-overs and powerplay performer in 2025.
🏏 3. Tilak Varma
- Role: Middle-order batter
- T20 World Cup: No detailed WC stats publicly available yet
- Has good T20I strike rate and adaptability.
🏏 4. Sanju Samson (WK)
- Role: Wicketkeeper-batter
- T20 World Cup: Played previous editions
- Good experience at top of order in limited WC games
- Strong strike rate in recent T20Is.
🏏 5. Ishan Kishan (WK)
- Role: Wicketkeeper-batter
- T20 World Cup: Played 1 match in 2021, scored 4 runs.
- Has strong domestic form and explosive T20 batting.
🏏 6. Rinku Singh
- Role: Lower middle-order batter
- T20 World Cup: New player with limited WC history
- T20I record shows good finishing ability.
🏏 7. Hardik Pandya
- Role: Fast-bowling all-rounder
- T20 World Cup:
• Innings: 10
• Runs: 213
• Average: 23.66
• Strike Rate: 136.53
• Wickets: 13 - Best batting 63 off 33 (semis vs England 2022)
- Bowl best of 3/30 (vs Pakistan).
🏏 8. Axar Patel (Vice-Captain)
- Role: Spin all-rounder
- T20 World Cup:
Has taken important wickets for India and scored useful runs - In 2024, he had:
• Runs: 92, Strike Rate ~139
• Wickets: 9, Economy ~7.86.
🏏 9. Jasprit Bumrah
- Role: Lead fast bowler
- T20 World Cup:
• Matches: ~18
• Wickets: ~26
• Average: ~8.27
• Economy: ~4.17
• Best: 3/7 - He was Player of Tournament level bowler in 2024 WC.
🏏 10. Arshdeep Singh
- Role: Left-arm fast bowler
- T20 World Cup:
• Matches: ~14
• Wickets: ~27
• Economy: ~7.16 - Joint-highest wicket taker (2024).
🏏 11. Kuldeep Yadav
- Role: Wrist spin bowler
- T20 World Cup:
Took key wickets and crucial middle-over breakthroughs for India - Excelled especially in 2024.
🏏 12. Varun Chakravarthy
- Role: Mystery spin bowler
- T20 World Cup: Played previous World Cups
- Ranked among top T20I bowlers globally (2025 ICC rankings).
🏏 13. Harshit Rana
- Role: Fast bowler
- T20 World Cup: No confirmed previous World Cup stats available
- Emerging pacer with good T20I performances.
🏏 14. Washington Sundar
- Role: Spin/all-rounder
- T20 World Cup: Limited appearances
- Useful spin option, economy control strength.
🏏 15. Shivam Dube
- Role: Batting all-rounder
- T20 World Cup: Played earlier edition
- Known for big hits and finishing ability.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is the captain of India in T20 World Cup 2026?
Suryakumar Yadav is the captain of India for the T20 World Cup 2026.
He is one of the best T20 batters in the world.
2. Who is the vice-captain of India T20 World Cup 2026 team?
Axar Patel is the vice-captain of the Indian team.
He is a spin all-rounder.
3. How many players are there in India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad?
India has selected 15 players for the T20 World Cup 2026 squad.
4. Which players are playing their first T20 World Cup?
Players playing their first T20 World Cup include:
- Abhishek Sharma
- Tilak Varma
- Rinku Singh
- Harshit Rana
These players do not have past T20 World Cup stats.
5. Who is India’s best bowler in T20 World Cup history?
Jasprit Bumrah is India’s best T20 World Cup bowler.
He has taken many wickets with a very low economy rate.
6. Who is India’s main finisher in T20 World Cup 2026?
Rinku Singh is the main finisher.
He is known for hitting sixes in the last overs.
7. Which Indian player has the highest strike rate in T20 World Cups?
Suryakumar Yadav has one of the highest strike rates in T20 World Cup history among Indian players.
8. How important are all-rounders for India in T20 World Cup 2026?
All-rounders are very important.
Players like Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, and Washington Sundar give balance to the team.
9. Is this article based on official squad?
Yes.
This article is based on the official India T20 World Cup 2026 squad and past T20 World Cup records.
Conclusion
India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad is strong, balanced, and full of match-winning players.
The team has everything a champion side needs.
India has:
- Explosive batters like Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma, and Rinku Singh
- Reliable all-rounders like Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar
- World-class bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, and Varun Chakravarthy
Senior players bring experience, while young players add energy and fearlessness.
This mix is very important in T20 cricket.
Many players in this squad have already performed well in past T20 World Cups.
Some players are playing their first World Cup, but they have strong T20 records.
If India plays as a team and handles pressure well, it has a very strong chance to win the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
This squad gives Indian fans hope, confidence, and excitement.
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