Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 off 50 balls powered India to a tense five-wicket victory over West Indies, setting up a T20 World Cup semi-final against England. Chasing 196 at Eden Gardens, India overcame their previous record of never chasing more than 173 in World Cup history thanks to Samson's chanceless knock featuring 12 fours and four sixes.

Tilak Varma's 27 off 15 balls was the only other notable contribution for India, highlighting how Samson anchored the chase with composure. West Indies had posted 195-4 after India's fielding lapses, including three dropped catches and a missed run-out. Roston Chase top-scored with 40 off 25 after being unexpectedly promoted to open, while Rovman Powell and Jason Holder added unbeaten 34 and 37.

Jasprit Bumrah's crucial breakthroughs included dismissing Chase with a slower ball and trapping Shimron Hetmyer for 27. Samson sealed victory with a six and four off Romario Shepherd, finishing with four balls to spare. The win ensures India faces Group 2 winners England in the semi-finals at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.