This is the first instance of India failing to qualify for the semi-finals of an ICC tournament since the 2012 T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka.
Following the Kiwis’ win, fans took to Twitter to share their views on the Men in Blue’s ouster from the tournament. There were mixed reactions as some trolled India for failing to qualify for the semifinals, while others were disappointed that the pre-tournament favorites got eliminated so early.
Twitter reacts to Team India’s elimination from the 2021 T20 World Cup
We know we have got another strong challenge coming up in a few days’ time: Kane Williamson
Kane Williamson was a satisfied skipper after his team put in a brilliant all-round performance on Sunday to defeat Afghanistan in a virtual quarter-final. Now that the Kiwis have secured a semifinals spot, Kane Williamson has set his eyes on their next potential opponents England.
Speaking at the post-match presentation after the win against Afghanistan, Williamson reviewed his team’s performance and said:
He added:
New Zealand will face England in the first semi-final on November 10 in Abu Dhabi if Pakistan win their final group-stage encounter against Scotland. The Kane Williamson-led side will be looking to continue in a similar fashion and win their first-ever T20 World Cup.
Check out the updated T20 World Cup 2021 points table here.
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