No team wins T20 World Cup without beating India: WI head coach Darren Sammy
India Today
T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies coach Daren Sammy reflected on past glories and urged his team to create history as they prepare for the T20 World Cup, underlining the formidable obstacle posed by India.
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy walked back into familiar surroundings with memories that still feel close to the surface. A decade ago, this was the country where he lifted the T20 World Cup as captain, defying expectations and silencing a home crowd along the way. Time has moved on, roles have changed, but the belief that powered that run remains firmly intact.
Now in charge from the dugout, Sammy finds himself once again speaking about India as the central force of the tournament. The context is different. India is stronger, deeper, and playing an aggressive brand of cricket that reflects confidence and clarity. West Indies, meanwhile, are rebuilding, carrying the weight of a proud past while trying to shape a new future.
Yet for Sammy, the truth of tournament cricket has not changed. If you want to lift the trophy in India, you must first overcome the hosts. It was true in 2016. He believes it is even more true now.
Sammy’s message was clear and direct.
“Nobody is winning this World Cup if they don't go through India.”
He stressed that avoiding India is simply not an option.
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