Arshdeep Singh Shares Hilarious Moment with His Father's Reaction During T20 World Cup

In a light-hearted revelation, Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh shared his father's comical yet intense reactions during the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match between South Africa and West Indies. As the match unfolded, his father's passionate support for South Africa showcased the high stakes for Team India’s semifinal hopes. Following a crucial victory over Zimbabwe, India now faces the West Indies in a must-win encounter at Eden Gardens. This article delves into the amusing moments and the critical implications for Team India's journey in the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 27, 2026, 18:53 IST

A Father's Passionate Support

Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh recently shared a humorous story about his father's reaction during the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 match between South Africa and West Indies, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 26.

This match was pivotal for Team India, as its outcome would influence their chances of reaching the semifinals. Prior to their game against Zimbabwe at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, the Indian team received a significant boost when South Africa triumphed over the West Indies, enhancing India's semifinal prospects.

India's Path to Semifinals

The Indian team kept their semifinal hopes alive with a vital 72-run victory over Zimbabwe, a win that reinstated their title defense ambitions after they previously secured the championship in 2024 under Rohit Sharma's captaincy.

A Comical Reaction

Arshdeep's father, Darshan Singh, was rooting for South Africa, understanding the importance of their win for India's chances. However, his animated reactions during the match left Arshdeep both amused and perplexed.

After the match against Zimbabwe, Arshdeep recounted how his father expressed frustration whenever West Indies players hit boundaries, humorously noting that he had to calm him down, advising him to relax and enjoy the game while hoping for a South African victory.

Intense Moments

Arshdeep mentioned, "We didn’t watch the entire match, but it was quite a rollercoaster. My family was in the hotel room, and every time a West Indies player hit a six, my father would shout, 'What on earth are you doing?'"

His father's reaction was particularly intense during the 89-run partnership between Romanrio Shepherd (52*) and Jason Holder (49), as they consistently cleared the ropes against South Africa, prompting loud curses directed at the television.

Upcoming Challenges for Team India

Following their win over Zimbabwe, Team India is set to face the West Indies in a crucial Super 8 match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, which will be decisive for their semifinal aspirations in the T20 World Cup 2026.

To advance, India must defeat the West Indies, which would elevate them to second place in the Group 1 standings. Only the top two teams from this group will qualify for the semifinals. A loss would mean elimination from the tournament, ending their title defense hopes.

Current Standings

After suffering a heavy 76-run defeat to South Africa, India's net run rate (NRR) dropped to -3.888. However, their recent victory over Zimbabwe improved their NRR slightly, keeping them in contention. The upcoming match against the West Indies at Eden Gardens is crucial for securing a semifinal spot.

Currently, India is in third place in Group 1 with one win and one loss, totaling two points and an NRR of -0.100. They must secure a victory against the West Indies to advance to the semifinals of the T20 World Cup 2026.