Ahmedabad, March 8: The highly anticipated final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 began with a crucial toss decision as Mitchell Santner, captain of the New Zealand national cricket team, won the toss and elected to bowl first against the India national cricket team. The title clash is taking place at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, one of the largest cricket venues in the world.
The decision means India will bat first in front of a massive crowd as both teams fight for the coveted ICC Men’s T20 World Cup trophy. The toss was considered a key moment in the match, with evening conditions expected to influence bowling and chasing strategies.
