T20 WC 2026: India number-1 in unwanted list, became victim 8 times; South Africa is the only team left

T20 WC 2026 records: As the T20 World Cup 2026 is progressing, interesting and shocking data related to the tournament is emerging. This time 20 teams participated, out of which 8 teams were successful in making it to the Super-8 round. The excitement on the field is at its peak, but in the world of statistics too, many such records are being made, which present a different picture of the teams’ performance.

Meanwhile, a figure has emerged which has surprised cricket fans and experts. This figure is related to the batsmen getting out on ‘duck’ i.e. zero and this figure is giving South Africa a different identity from all the other teams, whereas for India it has become an unwanted record.

T20 WC 2026: South Africa saved from unwanted record

South Africa has made a unique achievement in the T20 World Cup 2026. They are the only team in the tournament whose batsman has not been out on a duck so far. Batsmen from all the remaining 19 teams have returned to the pavilion on zero at least once.

T20 WC 2026: Unwanted records for India and Italy

On the other hand, this tournament has brought an unwanted figure for Team India. Both India and Italy have suffered 8 ducks so far, which is the highest among all the 20 teams. This figure highlights the instability of India’s batting line-up, especially in the early overs.

T20 WC 2026: Abhishek Sharma’s poor form became a big reason

The biggest reason behind this unwanted record of India has been the poor form of opener Abhishek Sharma. Abhishek has been out without opening an account in three consecutive matches in the tournament against America, Pakistan and Netherlands. Indian fans hope that he will make a comeback soon.