Under the floodlights of Chepauk, India delivered a masterclass in T20 batting, amassing 256 for 4 against Zimbabwe to post the highest total in T20 World Cup history during the 2026 Super 8 showdown. With knockout hopes hanging in balance, this scoreline positions India as overwhelming favorites.
The innings exploded early with Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson’s 48-run opening salvo in 3.4 overs. Samson made 24 (15 balls), setting up Ishan Kishan for a 72-run stand with Abhishek (42 balls). Kishan’s 38 off 24 thrilled fans with five boundaries.
Abhishek notched 55 (30 balls, 8 boundaries including 4 sixes) after a 30-run link-up with Suryakumar Yadav’s brisk 33 (13 balls). Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya then demolished the attack with an unbeaten 84 off 31 balls—Pandya 50* (23 balls) and Varma 44* (16 balls), both loaded with sixes and fours.
Surpassing the 2007 mark of 218/4 vs England, this feat highlights India’s evolution in the shortest format. Bowling attack led by Bumrah, Arshdeep awaits. Zimbabwe must conjure an unprecedented chase to upset the odds.