New Delhi, Jan. 26 -- Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan expressed immense confidence in India's chances for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, saying, "It seems almost impossible to beat this Indian team" and stop India from retaining its title.

Pathan's remarks come after the T20 WC defending champions India registered an 8-wicket win over New Zealand to gain an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match T20I series, showcasing a swashbuckling batting approach in all three matches so far. Pathan said that such batting displays by the Indian batters are a statement to other teams ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, defeated New Zealand by 8 wickets in the third T20I at Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium...