T20 World Cup 2026: These 3 players will decide the fate of India’s victory, know why they are so special

News India Live, Digital Desk: As the T-20 World Cup is reaching its decisive turn (Super-8), Team India’s strategy seems to revolve around these three stalwarts. Experts believe that considering the poor form of a young opener like Abhishek Sharma and the team’s struggle against spin, the performance of these three will be ‘do or die’.1. Ishan Kishan: ‘Responsibility of explosive start’ Ishan Kishan has returned to the team after a long gap of two years and he is in excellent form at the moment. Why is he special: After the continuous flops of Abhishek Sharma, the entire responsibility of scoring fast runs in the powerplay is on Ishan. His innings of 77 runs in 40 balls against Pakistan proved that he can change the course of the match even on difficult pitches. Role: He is the only batsman in the team who is currently playing the spinners with ease.2. Suryakumar Yadav: ‘The backbone of the middle order’. The Indian captain is not only leading the team but is also the most reliable batsman of the team at number-4. Why is he special: When the upper order faltered in the group stage, Surya took over the team by playing a captaincy inning of 84 runs* against USA. Role: ‘Crazy shots’ against spin and his art of understanding the match situation makes him the most dangerous player in the middle overs. Is.3. Jasprit Bumrah: ‘Magician of Death Overs’ Bumrah’s very presence creates psychological pressure for the opposition team. Why is he special: Even though India’s spin bowling (Varun Chakraborty and Kuldeep) looks strong, but according to Sanjay Bangar, “When the match is stuck, Bumrah will be the key to victory for India.” Role: Taking early wickets and controlling the run rate in the last overs. To put. His accurate yorkers (like the one hit by Ishan Kishan in the net session) are a testament to his dangerous form. Expert Opinion Former cricketer Sanjay Bangar said in JioStar’s show ‘Follow the Blues’: “Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah—these three players are in their best form currently. In the Super-8 against teams like South Africa and West Indies, these three being ‘match-ready’ will help India win the title. Makes a strong contender.”