India’s best XI for T20 World Cup 2026

Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Varun Chakravarthy

Last but not the least, the Indians will be carrying a fiery bowling line-up for the T20 World Cup, with Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh expected to bowl in the powerplay, as well as at the death. The duo can stem the flow of runs from the opposition and can enforce early pressure, resulting in quick breakthroughs for the side.

Kuldeep Yadav is a handy left-arm unorthodox spinner, a rarity in cricket. His googlies and flighted deliveries are enough to trap any kind of batting attack, but if that isn't enough, the Aligarh-born can also put a stoppage on the flow of runs, by taking wickets at regular intervals. He has been among the best bowlers for the Indian team across formats, and the management will be confident of him shining ahead, too.

Varun Chakravarthy, on the other hand, has been proving himself time and again with his skilled mystery spin bowling. He was the Player of the Series in the five T20Is against South Africa, and will hope to carry that form in 2026 as well. He is a bankable option, with a rare ability to fox the batters with his variations. All-in-all, the Men in Blue look set to defend their title from 2024 with this unit.

India Strongest Playing XI for T20 World Cup 2026: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh