Five Indian-Origin Players Who Could Shine in the T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi: The ICC T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is set to begin on February 7. While India is hosting, several players of Indian origin are representing other national teams. Here’s a look at five Indian-origin cricketers who could make a big impact in the tournament:

1. Keshav Maharaj (South Africa)
35-year-old Keshav Maharaj, a bowling all-rounder and left-arm spinner of Indian origin, will be part of South Africa’s T20 World Cup squad. Maharaj’s spin bowling could be effective in Asian conditions. He has taken 43 wickets in 43 T20 internationals so far.

2. Saurabh Netravalkar (USA)
Born in Mumbai, Saurabh Netravalkar is a fast bowler leading the USA team. In 41 T20 internationals, he has taken 40 wickets at an impressive average of 6.85, showcasing his potential to trouble batsmen in the World Cup.

3. Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand)
Rachin Ravindra, a star all-rounder for New Zealand, has previously impressed in World Cup tournaments. In 43 T20 matches, Ravindra has scored 465 runs and taken 14 wickets, making him a key player with both bat and ball.

4. Monank Patel (USA)
Born in India, Monank Patel will captain the USA in the T20 World Cup. A skilled batsman, Patel has scored 920 runs in 43 T20 matches at a strike rate of 137.5, making him a potential game-changer in the tournament.

5. Ish Sodhi (New Zealand)
Leg-spinner Ish Sodhi, born in Ludhiana, India, represents New Zealand. With 162 wickets in 137 T20 matches, Sodhi’s leg-spin could be crucial for New Zealand in the World Cup.

These players demonstrate the growing global footprint of Indian-origin cricketers and could play pivotal roles in shaping the outcomes of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026.