Bhubaneswar, Feb. 25 -- For the first time in 24 years across formats and for the first time ever in T20Is, Zimbabwe are touring India. Few imagined this would be a T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash carrying knockout implications. Yet in Chennai, it is Zimbabwe, the tournament's giant-slayers who stand between India and progression. After a bruising defeat to South Africa in Ahmedabad, the Men in Blue arrive at the MA Chidambaram Stadium knowing there is little room for error.

The Left-Hand Conundrum

India's recent struggles have highlighted a recurring theme early wickets. With two left-handed openers and another left-hander at No. 3, questions over balance have surfaced, especially against sides equipped with quality off-spin options....