IND vs NZ T20 WC Final: We are ready to create history, Indian captain said in the press conference before the final, know the pitch and playing XI update!

News India Live, Digital Desk: Team India is standing on the threshold of creating history. If India beats New Zealand on Sunday, they will become the first team in the world to win two consecutive T20 World Cup titles. Before this ‘pressure game’ to be held in Ahmedabad, the Indian captain and New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner spoke to the media and gave an overview of their preparations. Key Highlights of the press conference (Key Highlights) Mitchell Santner’s warning: Kiwi captain Mitchell Santner said, “India has tremendous momentum, especially the way their batting is scoring 250+. But we are here to break some hearts and lift the trophy for the first time.” Confidence of the Indian camp: Indian On the memories of Narendra Modi Stadium, the captain said that the team is focusing on the present rather than the old defeat (2023 ODI final). The form of Sanju Samson (89 runs in the semi-finals) and Jasprit Bumrah is the biggest strength for the team. Pitch Report: About the pitch, Santner said that a lot has been said about the Ahmedabad pitch, but they are ready for any situation. The role of the toss can be important here. Full schedule and venue details of the match InformationMatchIndia vs New Zealand (Final)Date 8 March 2026 (Sunday)Time 07:00 PM (IST)VenueRendra Modi Stadium, AhmedabadBroadcastStar Sports Network and Disney + HotstarRecords that can be madeBack-to-back titles: India can become the first team to win the second consecutive T20 World Cup.Victory on home ground: Till now no team has won the T20 World Cup in its own hosting (home soil), India can break this myth. Sanju Samson’s magic: Sanju Samson, who played explosive innings against England in the semi-finals, is once again expected to have a big innings. What if it rains? According to ICC rules, March 9 has been kept as ‘Reserve Day’ for the final. If play is not played on Sunday due to rain, the match will resume from where it was left. If play is not possible on both days, India and New Zealand will be declared joint winners.