Ahmedabad, March 7 -- India's formidable batting lineup, which has dominated the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, faces a tactical challenge in the final against New Zealand, with the visiting side looking to exploit a subtle vulnerability through their off-spinners.

After a slow start with the bat in the ongoing tournament, India had posted two of the four highest totals in T20 World Cup history in their last three games, firmly establishing their batting.

Yet, the Black Caps have spotted a potential weakness. With many left-handers in India's top eight, offspinners turning the ball away from left-handers have emerged as a key strategic weapon.

According to ESPNcricinfo, statistics from the tournament highlight the effectiveness of using...