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Colombo erupted as India scripted yet another masterclass against arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 Group A clash. Ishan Kishan's blistering 77-run knock propelled India to 175/7....
In a scathing attack, Bollywood producer Ashok Pandit has condemned the decision to host the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match, calling it an affront to the sacrifices of Indian armed forces...
Team India's emphatic 61-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 has sparked a nationwide celebration. The match, played at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, saw the blue...
A wave of euphoria swept through India following Team India's commanding 61-run thrashing of Pakistan in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Clinching a Super 8 berth, the victory sparked spontaneous...
In a significant development for Australian women’s cricket, Meggan Schutt has declared that the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will be her final ICC tournament. The experienced fast bowler, who...
After representing UAE at the T20 World Cup 2026, Shoaib Khan touched down in his hometown of Gaya, Bihar, on Sunday to a hero’s welcome. The occasion marked not just a personal milestone but also a...
Amsterdam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned the spotlight on Indian-origin cricketers while visiting the Netherlands, calling their contributions a symbol of the strong cultural bonds between...
Bihar's cricket star Ishan Kishan has been handsomely rewarded by Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, who presented him with Rs 1 crore for his heroics in India's T20 World Cup 2026 victory. The gesture...
Ravi Shastri, the ex-India coach known for his sharp insights, sees Sanju Samson as the natural successor to Suryakumar Yadav in T20 captaincy. Drawing from Samson's IPL stints with Rajasthan...
The IPL 2026 season has exposed the vulnerabilities of India's T20 World Cup 2026 winning squad. These players, celebrated as national heroes mere months ago, are now the epicenter of their teams'...
Sri Lanka's cricket governance enters a new era as Arun Vikramaratne, a prominent ex-parliamentarian and financier, takes the helm of the SLC interim committee. The appointment follows the dramatic...
Bangladesh cricket legend Shakib Al Hasan unleashed his frustration over the national team's absence from the 2026 T20 World Cup, squarely blaming the interim government's shortsighted call. At a...
The countdown to the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup in England begins with New Zealand's squad announcement. From June 12 to July 5, the White Ferns will chase glory one last time for icons Sophie...
In a bold move signaling fresh talent, England and Wales Cricket Board announced the 15-player roster for the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup, headlined by teenage sensation Tilly Courtien-Coleman. The...
In a strong endorsement, England women's cricket head coach Charlotte Edwards has singled out Sophie Ecclestone as a cornerstone for the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The coach lauded the young...
The IPL 2026 auction aftermath continues to deliver drama, none bigger than the Sanju Samson puzzle at Chennai Super Kings. Will the dynamic batsman-keeper step into MS Dhoni's storied wicketkeeping...
Brendon McCullum's tenure as England head coach hangs in a precarious balance, not from job loss, but from mounting criticisms over the team's culture. Allegations of indiscipline and favoritism have...
Alana King delivered a masterclass in leg-spin, claiming 3 for 14 to dismantle West Indies in the first T20I on March 19 at St. Vincent. This clinical outing in Kingstown has significantly bolstered...
Cricket punditry took an intriguing turn as Wasim Jaffer, the ex-India opener known for his sharp insights, dropped a bombshell with his predicted Royal Challengers Bengaluru lineup for IPL 2026....
Abhishek Sharma's T20 World Cup 2026 journey had a bumpy start with three consecutive ducks, but a timely bat swap with Shubman Gill turned things around. The explosive opener revealed this quirky...
In a massive setback for Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of IPL 2026, their high-profile acquisition Matheesha Pathirana has been ruled out of the initial matches. The Sri Lankan speedster, bought for 18...
Abhishek Sharma, the dynamic left-hander who starred in India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph, is gearing up for a landmark IPL season. Starting March 28, the Sunrisers Hyderabad star could become the...
England women's cricket skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt's intra-squad training stint in South Africa has been cut short by pressing family matters, as revealed on 19 March from Pretoria. The ECB has ruled...
Ajit Agarkar, India's chief selector since mid-2023, is pushing for a contract renewal that would keep him at the helm until the 2027 ODI World Cup. According to latest reports, he has formally...
Time waits for no one, but hard work can turn the tide. Ishan Kishan embodies this philosophy, transforming from a forgotten figure in Indian cricket to a T20 World Cup hero and IPL captain. Ousted...
The IPL landscape is buzzing with anticipation for Sanju Samson in 2026. Fresh off his T20 World Cup 2026 exploits that crowned India champions, the dynamic Rajasthan Royals stalwart turned CSK...
West Indies women's cricket team is gearing up for a defining moment. Captain Hayley Matthews has declared the impending T20I series against Australia as a critical test ahead of the 2026 ICC Women's...
The fallout from Bangladesh's boycott of the 2026 T20 World Cup is escalating, with Sports Minister Aminul Haq vowing to seek ICC guidance before deciding the fate of the Bangladesh Cricket Board....
In a bold move, Bangladesh's new administration is reopening the wounds of the Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) withdrawal from the 2026 T20 World Cup. State Minister for Youth and Sports, Aminul...
Kerala's pride soared as Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan honored Sanju Samson at Cliff House on March 16. The dynamic cricketer's heroics in the T20 World Cup 2026, where India clinched the title,...
The ICC's February Player of the Month shortlist celebrates T20 World Cup 2026's brightest stars: Pakistan's record-breaking opener Sahibzada Farhan, England's match-winner Will Jacks, and USA's...
Dhaka's Sunday showdown marked another low for Pakistan cricket. Bowing out 2-1 to Bangladesh in the ODI series, the Green Shirts extended their slump from the World Cup debacle. The third game's...
The BCCI's Naman Awards in New Delhi on Sunday turned into an unforgettable spectacle, honoring India's clean sweep of major ICC titles: Champions Trophy 2025, Women's World Cup 2025, T20 World Cup...
Behind every cricket superstar lies a tale of grit and restraint, and Sanju Samson's post-match indulgence after India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph is a perfect example. The wicketkeeper-batsman, who...
In a candid panel talk at the BCCI Awards in New Delhi, India captain Suryakumar Yadav dissected the blueprint that delivered the T20 World Cup 2026 trophy: sticking to a trusted core and resisting...
Five-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings open their 2026 title defense against Rajasthan Royals on March 30. In a youth-focused auction, CSK broke the bank for Prashant Kishor and Kartik Sharma at...
India’s new head coach Gautam Gambhir pulled no punches in explaining Sanju Samson’s surprise return to the playing XI during the T20 World Cup 2026. The move, he clarified, was driven by a hunger...
In a proud moment for Kerala cricket, the state government will roll out the red carpet for Sanju Samson on March 16, recognizing his heroic contributions to India's T20 World Cup 2026 title win. The...
The shadow of boycotts loomed large over T20 World Cup 2026, but ICC boss Jay Shah has drawn a line in the sand, asserting the supremacy of the governing body over individual teams. At an awards gala...
Cricket icon Ricky Ponting has credited India's faith in Sanju Samson with propelling them to ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 success. Speaking on 'The ICC Review,' the former Australia skipper called...
The stage is set for an electrifying T20 World Cup 2026 showdown between India and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium. Ahead of Sunday's final, Pakistan's ex-skipper Rashid Latif boldly predicted...
The stage is set for an epic showdown in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, where India takes on New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026 final on Sunday. In a heartwarming development, head coach...
In a heartfelt post-match press conference after Australia's crushing 10-wicket pink-ball Test win against India at Perth's WACA, retiring skipper Alyssa Healy couldn't hold back her emotions. The...
The buzz around the T20 World Cup 2026 final pits India against New Zealand, and voices from the camp signal strong Indian favoritism. Kapil Dev Pandey, mentor to star spinner Kuldeep Yadav, asserts...
The T20 World Cup 2026 reaches its crescendo with India and New Zealand locking horns in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, starting 7 PM Sunday. Fans across India are fervently hoping...
The T20 World Cup 2026 has delivered drama, but New Zealand's improbable run to the final against India steals the show. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon lit up social media with a rallying cry for...
Cricket fans are buzzing with excitement for the T20 World Cup 2026 final pitting India against New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad this Sunday at 7 PM. ICC President Jay Shah shared...
In a powerful blend of spirituality and sports passion, the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain became a beacon of hope for cricket fans ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 final. The showdown between India...
The stage is set at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 showdown between India and New Zealand this Sunday at 7 PM. As prayers for Team India's success flood the nation,...
The stage is set at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the T20 World Cup 2026 final on Sunday, where India and New Zealand vie for supremacy. New Zealand dreams of its first title, while India...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 showdown between India and New Zealand at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. But before the Sunday spectacle, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has...
In a narrative straight out of a cricket fairy tale, Gautam Gambhir has the chance to make unprecedented history in Ahmedabad. The Indian team's T20 World Cup 2026 final clash with New Zealand on...
The T20 World Cup 2026 final in Ahmedabad promises fireworks as India seeks to bury past demons against New Zealand and claim a record third title. In recent years, Team India has been to four ICC...
Cricket fans are buzzing with anticipation for the T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand, slated for March 8 in Ahmedabad's iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. Adding fuel to the fire,...
Excitement builds for the T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium this Sunday, but authorities have spoiled the party for ticket touts. Ahmedabad's...
The countdown to the T20 World Cup 2026 final has begun. On March 8, Suryakumar Yadav's India will lock horns with New Zealand at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, chasing a third title. With...
Ahmedabad buzzes with anticipation ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 summit clash between India and New Zealand on March 8 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. Suryakumar Yadav's men have a golden...
Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium is set to host the T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand this Sunday. In a pre-match tradition blending cricket and spirituality, captain Suryakumar...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 showdown between India and New Zealand on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium. But before the fireworks, India's camp faces a selection dilemma: what to...
Cricket's shortest format has witnessed jaw-dropping highs and crushing lows in the India-New Zealand saga. With the T20 World Cup 2026 final looming in Ahmedabad, let's dive into the statistical...
In the build-up to the blockbuster T20 World Cup 2026 final versus New Zealand, Ravichandran Ashwin didn't mince words about Varun Chakravarthy's dip in form. The seasoned campaigner admitted on...
The stage is set for a blockbuster T20 World Cup 2026 final in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, pitting New Zealand against hosts India. Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner fired a warning shot, stating...
In the lead-up to the T20 World Cup 2026 showdown with New Zealand, Anil Kumble has spotlighted Varun Chakravarthy's recent struggles as a major headache for India, potentially overloading Jasprit...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 showdown as India and New Zealand vie for the trophy on March 8 in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. India boasts four final appearances, New Zealand...
Cricket's traveling circus comes to a close for West Indies, South Africa, and England, with ICC-orchestrated charter flights poised to whisk them away from India. The Super 8 disappointments behind...
The stage is set at Narendra Modi Stadium for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 final clash between India and New Zealand. But lurking beneath the excitement is New Zealand's troubling track record in...
In the high-stakes T20 World Cup 2026 final, India faces New Zealand at Ahmedabad's iconic Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. While recent heartbreaks like the 2023 ODI final loss to Australia and a...
Mumbai's cricket faithful are still buzzing from India's heart-stopping 7-run semi-final triumph over England in the T20 World Cup 2026. At the center of the drama was all-rounder Hardik Pandya,...
Ahmedabad buzzes with anticipation as the T20 World Cup 2026 final pits India against New Zealand on Sunday at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. New Zealand's semifinal rout of South Africa and...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand on Sunday in New Delhi. Dale Steyn, South Africa's pace icon, predicts a daunting challenge for the Kiwis against a...
The stage is set for an epic clash in New Delhi on Sunday, where India will defend their T20 World Cup 2026 crown against a resilient New Zealand. Former South African pace ace Dale Steyn doesn't...
The stage is set for an epic clash in the T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand on Sunday in New Delhi. Former South African pace ace Dale Steyn doesn't mince words: India's home...
The stage is set at Narendra Modi Stadium for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 showdown between India and New Zealand. Jasprit Bumrah's semi-final heroics propelled India forward, but Kiwi batter Glenn...
Ahmedabad buzzes with anticipation as India prepares for the T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand. It's a rematch steeped in history—India hasn't beaten the Black Caps in any of their three...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 final: India versus New Zealand at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium this Sunday. Team India's unbeaten run captivates, but spinner Varun...
Cricket fever grips India as the Men in Blue gear up for a high-stakes T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand on March 8. Hosted at Ahmedabad's iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, this clash pits...
Cricket fever grips Ahmedabad as India and New Zealand lock horns in the T20 World Cup 2026 summit clash on March 8 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. For India, it's a chance to make history—no...
Cricket fans are buzzing with anticipation ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand, slated for March 8 at Ahmedabad's iconic Narendra Modi Stadium. India, securing their...
Sanju Samson has scripted one of the most inspiring stories of T20 World Cup 2026. Overlooked despite consistent domestic brilliance, the Rajasthan Royals star has now propelled India into the final...
Sanju Samson has scripted a redemption arc for the ages in the T20 World Cup 2026. Overlooked time and again, the Rajasthan Royals captain proved his worth when it mattered most, propelling India to...
Sanju Samson has emerged as Team India's unsung hero in the T20 World Cup 2026, propelling them to the final with back-to-back masterclasses. Overlooked repeatedly in favor of other openers, the...
In a high-stakes T20 World Cup 2026 showdown, India faces New Zealand in the final on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium. Captained by Suryakumar Yadav, India seeks glory in their fourth final, but New...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 final as New Zealand prepares to take on India on March 8 in Ahmedabad. After dismantling England in the semis, the Black Caps have secured their...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 showdown as New Zealand prepares to take on hosts India in the final on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium. Having dismantled England in the semis, the...
The Indian cricket team's bus ride post their semi-final win over England was anything but ordinary. Fresh from booking their spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 final with a seven-run thriller at...
Fresh off clinching a spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 final, Indian cricketers unwound with some classic teammate ribbing. Suryakumar Yadav's men edged England by seven runs in Mumbai's Wankhede...
India's march to the T20 World Cup 2026 final has been powered by explosive batting, setting up a blockbuster clash with New Zealand on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium. Suryakumar Yadav's men are...
Ahmedabad buzzes with anticipation as the T20 World Cup 2026 final lineup takes shape. England duo Richard Ilingworth and Alex Wharf will wield the umpiring duties for India's showdown with New...
Team India's triumphant march to the T20 World Cup 2026 final continued with a narrow seven-run win over England in the semifinal. Securing their spot for the fourth time and second year running, the...
Ahmedabad is set to pulse with energy as the T20 World Cup 2026 reaches its pinnacle. The India-New Zealand final on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium follows stunning semifinal wins: India's dominant...
Ahmedabad is set to pulse with energy as the T20 World Cup 2026 reaches its pinnacle. The final pits powerhouse India against resilient New Zealand on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium. Both sides...
Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium hosts the T20 World Cup 2026 summit clash on March 8 at 7 PM. India ousted England in semis; New Zealand toppled South Africa. But a stark statistic overshadows...
The stage is set for an epic T20 World Cup 2026 final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on March 8, starting 7 PM. India and New Zealand, fresh off semifinal triumphs against England and South...
The dust has barely settled on England's T20 World Cup semifinal exit against India, yet captain Harry Brook has emerged as Brendon McCullum's strongest ally amid the backlash. With calls growing for...
In the glittering arena of T20 World Cup 2026, Sanju Samson has emerged as India's batting supernova, steering the team to the final with sheer brilliance. Once criticized for inconsistency despite...
In a pulsating semi-final at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium, India outplayed England to storm into the T20 World Cup 2026 final. This feat positions Team India as only the third nation to contest...
In a display of sheer dominance, the Indian cricket team stormed into the T20 World Cup 2026 final after outclassing England in the semifinal at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium. This feat catapults...
The T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede Stadium will be remembered not just for India's edge-of-the-seat seven-run win against England, but for Navjot Singh Sidhu's brutal takedown of Mohammad...
England’s dream of T20 World Cup 2026 glory shattered in Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium as India clinched a convincing semifinal win. Head coach Brendan McCullum, visibly disappointed, nonetheless...
In the wake of England's semifinal thrashing by India in the T20 World Cup 2026, head coach Brendon McCullum has reaffirmed his commitment to the job. The loss at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium...