We are a young, exciting group that wants to play entertaining cricket – Morne Morkel
It’s a big day for Team India as they are all set to lock horns with England in the second semi-final of the 2026 T20 World Cup. This will be the third consecutive time these two powerhouses will clash in the contest's penultimate stage.
India’s bowling coach, Morne Morkel, spoke at length about the potential outcome of the clash. Talking at the pre-match press conference, Morkel clarified that it is a good wicket for batting. With the firepower and fury both teams possess, one can expect a blockbuster contest.
Shedding light on the wicket, Morkel said, “I’ll be expecting it to be a good wicket, a high-scoring game. If we go in with the mindset that it’s going to be a high-scoring game and we need to be up to the standard, I’d say that’s a good place to be at. There’s always that extra bit of bounce. Guys can trust the bounce and hit through the line. In saying that, that can also, as a bowler, bring you into the game.”
The former South African fast-bowler also highlighted why England can actually be a stern challenge, adding, “Playing against England, they’re a team that’s street smart. There’s a lot of quality in their side, batting quite long, deep, which makes them a very dangerous side. The way they approach a T20 game, fearless, trying to take the game on, will give you opportunities.”
He further added, “We are a young, exciting group that wants to play entertaining cricket. Fans pay money to come and watch these guys do their thing. If we play our attacking, entertaining brand, the rest will fall into place. They are at their best when there is not a lot of thinking about the moment, but just going out and being entertained.”
