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After India‘s commanding 72-run victory over Zimbabwe on Thursday, cricket icon Yuvraj Singh took to social media to celebrate the standout performers who kept India’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final hopes alive. In a series of heartfelt Instagram stories, the legendary all-rounder highlighted the key contributions of Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Arshdeep Singh, whose collective brilliance powered India to a record-breaking total and a clinical defensive display at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Letting the bat talk: Abhishek Sharma’s return to form
Abhishek, who had struggled earlier in the tournament, rediscovered his touch with a blazing 55 off just 30 balls. His innings, which included four boundaries and four towering sixes, provided the early momentum India desperately needed in this must-win clash. Yuvraj, a long-time mentor to the young left-hander, was quick to notice the poise behind the performance. Sharing a shot of Sharma mid-stroke, Yuvraj noted: “The best chatter is when you let the bat do all the talking! Good innings sir Abhishek keep pushing!”
Total control: Hardik Pandya’s death-over masterclass
Pandya reinforced his reputation as one of the world’s premier finishers, hammering an unbeaten 50 off only 23 deliveries. His explosive knock—featuring four sixes—helped India post a massive 256/4, the highest total of the tournament thus far and the second-highest in T20 World Cup history. Recognizing Pandya’s ability to dominate the final overs, Yuvraj posted an image of the all-rounder connecting with a powerful hit, captioning it: “Superb power-hitting and in total control! Wrapping up the innings in style”
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Triple delight: Arshdeep Singh’s clinical bowling
While India’s batters set the stage, Arshdeep Singh ensured the defense was equally relentless. The left-arm speedster was the pick of the bowlers, returning impressive figures of 3 for 24 from his four overs. Arshdeep’s ability to strike at critical moments—including the vital wicket of Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza—effectively derailed the chase. Yuvraj celebrated the pacer’s “Triple Delight” with a celebratory story: “Triple delight for the speedster! Striking at the right moments and keeping the pressure on”
With this emphatic win, India now moves to a virtual quarter-final against the West Indies on Sunday.
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