India vs New Zealand: T20 World Cup final – ‘No pressure, no fun’ for hosts

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by By ReutersMarch 7, 2026 at 04:30 PM

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India will face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium, with India aiming for a historic treble. The Indian team is attempting to be the first to retain the T20 World Cup title, win it on home soil, and secure a record third trophy. Captain Suryakumar Yadav emphasized embracing the pressure, stating that "no pressure, no fun" is the team's motto. The team is aware of the expectations from 1.4 billion fans. Over 100,000 fans are expected to attend the match, as India attempts to become the first host nation to win the T20 World Cup.

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