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Captain Mitchell Santner wants the Black Caps to turn their renowned World Cup consistency into long awaited silverware in this morning's T20 decider against India

Captain Mitchell Santner wants the Black Caps to turn their renowned World Cup consistency into long awaited silverware in this morning's T20 decider against India

8 March 2026

The Black Caps haven't celebrated a white ball title since the 2000 Champions Trophy despite a number of appearances at the pointy end.

Ahead of leading his team in front of 132,000 people in Ahmedabad, Santner believes they can turn their underdog role into a win.

First ball is from 2.30am.

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