as 2026 T20 World Cup method, indian team Find yourself in a familiar but demanding position – the favorite with sky-high expectations. As the host nation and defending champion, the Indian team has a lot of pressure, but also a lot of confidence. Their dominance in the shortest format over the past two years has been built on depth, adaptability and an ever-evolving understanding of modern T20 cricket.

The Indian team is packed with explosive batsmen, versatile all-rounders and bowlers who thrive in high-pressure situations. Their strength is further enhanced by home conditions, with players familiar with the pitch, weather patterns and ground dimensions. What’s more, India have proven they can win not just at home but in all conditions, a key hallmark of a championship-winning team. Consistency, bench strength and role clarity make India a team that rarely looks inconsistent, making them a prime contender to defend the T20 World Cup and write history.

MS Dhoni shares his thoughts on India’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 T20 World Cup

former india captain MS Dhoni Believe that this Indian team has all the ingredients required to make another deep run in the tournament. Share his thoughts in a video Jatin Sapuru Taking to Instagram, Dhoni described India as one of the most dangerous teams in world cricket.

“This is one of the most dangerous teams,” Dhoni said while assessing India’s title defense prospects. He stressed that the team always seemed to be on, whether batting or bowling.

He believes that the biggest strength of the current team is its integrity. From top power batsmen to specialists in the middle and death bowling, India ticks every box required to succeed in T20 cricket.

“You know, they might have started batting or bowling. But what does a good team need? It’s all there,” Dhoni added.

Dhoni highlighted experience and role clarity as the defining characteristics of this team. In a format where momentum can change from round to round, familiarity with pressure situations becomes invaluable. He noted that most players in the current setup play similar roles over and over again over long periods of time, reducing confusion in key moments. Dhoni believes this continuity separates the good teams from the ones that win the tournament.

“They have experience. Especially in this format, a lot of experience. They play under pressure. Whoever plays any role in the team, they’ve been in this situation for quite some time.” the former captain observed.

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Dhoni explains why dew may be team India’s biggest concern

While Dhoni expressed unwavering confidence in India’s overall strength, he was careful not to overlook the unpredictable factors that could affect the tournament in the short term. The legendary skipper believes dew is the most worrisome factor in India’s campaign, something he personally disliked as a player.

“What worries me? Again, I hate dew. Dew changes a lot of things. So, even when I was playing, what really scared me was dew. Throwing became critical, all of that,” Dhoni acknowledged this and explained how it tilted the game heavily and made the tossing incredibly important. A wet outfield and a slippery ball often diminish the quality of the bowling attack, especially of spin, turning the game into a one-sided affair.

Despite this concern, Dhoni remains optimistic provided the situation remains fairly neutral. He believes that in long-term matches against top teams, India tends to emerge victorious due to its excellent balance and consistency.

“If we play 10 games against some of the best teams, if the conditions remain neutral, we tend to be the winners.” Dhoni further added.

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