India will face England in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai today (March 5) at 7 PM, and all-rounder Axar Patel could play an important role for India with both bat and ball. Known for his accurate left-arm spin and useful lower-order batting, Axar has become a reliable player in India’s T20 team.
Axar Patel often contributes in crucial moments by controlling the run rate in the middle overs and scoring quick runs when needed. At a ground like Wankhede Stadium, where matches can be high-scoring, his all-round ability gives India extra balance and flexibility in both batting and bowling.
Axar Patel vs England in T20 Internationals
Axar Patel has played several matches against England in T20 Internationals and has contributed with both bat and ball. While his main role is as a bowler, he has also scored useful runs in the lower order.
Axar Patel’s T20I Batting Performances vs England
| Date | Venue | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2021 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 7* | 3 | 233.33 |
| Jul 7, 2022 | The Rose Bowl | 17 | 12 | 141.67 |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Providence Stadium | 10 | 6 | 166.67 |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Chennai | 2 | 3 | 66.67 |
| Jan 28, 2025 | Rajkot | 15 | 16 | 93.75 |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Pune | 5 | 4 | 125.00 |
| Feb 2, 2025 | Wankhede Stadium | 15 | 11 | 136.36 |
Career Batting Summary vs England
| Innings | Runs | Balls | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 71 | 55 | 11.83 | 129.09 |
These numbers show that Axar often plays short but useful innings that help India add valuable runs towards the end.
Axar Patel Bowling vs England in T20 Internationals
Axar Patel has also been effective with the ball against England, especially in recent matches where he picked up important wickets.
Axar Patel’s Bowling Performances vs England
| Date | Venue | Overs | Wickets | Runs Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2021 | Ahmedabad | 3 | 0 | 24 |
| Jul 7, 2022 | The Rose Bowl | 2 | 0 | 23 |
| Nov 10, 2022 | Adelaide | 4 | 0 | 30 |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Providence Stadium | 4 | 3 | 23 |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Eden Gardens | 4 | 2 | 22 |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Chennai | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| Jan 28, 2025 | Rajkot | 3 | 1 | 19 |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Pune | 3 | 1 | 26 |
Bowling Summary vs England
| Matches | Wickets |
|---|---|
| 8 | 9 |
His 3-wicket spell in Providence in 2024 was one of his best performances against England, where he dismissed key batters including Jos Buttler and Jonny Bairstow.
Axar Patel at Wankhede Stadium (T20 Internationals)
Wankhede Stadium is a venue where spinners need to bowl smartly due to the small boundaries. Axar Patel has played several T20 Internationals here.
Axar Patel’s Batting Record at Wankhede
| Date | Opponent | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2023 | Sri Lanka | 31* | 20 | 155.00 |
| Feb 2, 2025 | England | 15 | 11 | 136.36 |
| Feb 7, 2026 | USA | 14 | 11 | 127.27 |
Batting Summary at Wankhede
| Innings | Runs | Balls | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 60 | 42 | 30.00 | 142.86 |
Axar Patel Bowling Record at Wankhede
| Date | Opponent | Overs | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2023 | Sri Lanka | 3 | 0 | 31 |
| Feb 7, 2026 | USA | 4 | 2 | 24 |
These performances show that Axar Patel can contribute in both departments at this venue.
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Why Axar Patel Is Important for India in the Semi-Final
Axar Patel provides India with balance as a genuine all-rounder.
Key Reasons
- Accurate left-arm spin bowling
- Ability to control the middle overs
- Useful lower-order batting
- Can contribute in both batting and bowling departments
At Wankhede Stadium, where matches can quickly change momentum, Axar Patel’s all-round skills could prove crucial for India against England.
