T20 World Cup 2026: India won't 'mask pressure' even as Darren Sammy rallies a war cry

India head into a virtual quarter-final against West Indies at Eden Gardens determined to embrace, not mask, pressure.

1 Mar, 03:31 — 1 Mar, 09:01

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Why this matters

The T20 World Cup is a premier international cricket tournament, and this match is a crucial "virtual quarter-final," meaning the winner advances and the loser is likely eliminated. For India, a cricketing powerhouse, performing under immense pressure in such high-stakes matches, especially on home soil, is a constant challenge. This story highlights the contrasting psychological approaches of the Indian team, aiming to embrace pressure, versus the West Indies, rallied by Darren Sammy, ahead of a pivotal encounter.

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IndiaParticipating cricket team West IndiesParticipating cricket team Darren SammyFigure rallying West Indies Eden GardensMatch venue T20 World Cup 2026Major cricket tournament

Coverage Timeline

First report: Times of India · 1 Mar, 03:31|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 5h|Window: 5h

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