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ICC T20 World Cup: India vice-captain Axar Patel credited sharp fielding and Bumrah's decisive spell under pressure after India booked their place in the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 with a thrilling semi-final win over England at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

While there were 499 runs scored on a batting-friendly wicket, it was Axar's two-and-a-half catch that made the difference. Reflecting on his catches in the field, Axar explained the importance of saving runs and good catching on a tough wicket.

“It was a very tough wicket for the bowlers, so as a fielder, taking catches or saving runs becomes very important," Axar told Jio Hotstar