The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup showdown between India and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, this Sunday at 7 PM. Former India all-rounder Kedar Jadhav believes the Men in Blue are primed for glory, with Sanju Samson’s form holding the key.
In a candid chat with IANS in Pune, Jadhav congratulated the team on their semifinal masterclass. ‘Building such a huge score batting first and then defending it—that’s champion stuff,’ he said. Samson’s blistering innings stole the show, igniting hopes for more fireworks in the final.
‘Our team is perfectly balanced,’ Jadhav elaborated. ‘Strong all-rounders, lethal bowlers, and batsmen in top nick. But the real edge is the momentum—they’re playing with rhythm.’ Recalling the edge-of-the-seat semifinal against England, he spotlighted India’s stellar fielding as the game-changer amid England’s spirited chase.
Jadhav’s optimism stems from India’s tournament dominance. ‘Fielding tight in the final could seal it,’ he warned. ‘Samson firing again? That’s your winner.’ As anticipation builds, Jadhav foresees India ending a 14-year World Cup drought on home turf, with Samson leading the charge.
