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SIR protests continue in West Bengal days after publication of the draft rolls

With the Assembly election due in a few months, the TMC may seek to keep the SIR pot boiling;Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee plans to sit in a dharna in Kolkata against the SIR from March 6

Allen blows away South Africa, takes New Zealand into final

Kolkata: A ruthless New Zealand rode on a record 33-ball century from local lad Finn Allen to outclass South Africa by nine wickets and storm into the T20 World Cup final here Wednesday. Allen, who will be turning up for Kolkata Knight Riders in another three weeks time, smashed 10 fours and 8 sixes to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

T20 WC: England 'confident' Of Beating 'favourites' India After Winning Tight Games

T20 World Cup: When they started their campaign in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, Harry Brook's England had to live up to a huge record for his country, as the two-time champions have made it to the semifinals in every edition since 2016, when they lost to the West Indies in the final in Kolkata. England lost to New Zealand in the last-four stage in 2021, beat Pakistan in the final to win the title in 2022 and lost to eventual winner India in the semifinals of the 2024 edition. By making it to the semifinals of the 2026 edition, Harry Brook's side has lived up to that reputation. They are now hoping to get past hosts India and become the first team to win the T20 World Cup thrice. England have navigated past some tight situations -- they looked down and out against minnows Nepal in their opening league match and then against Pakistan in the Super 8 stage, before bouncing back to win both the matches and eventually finished atop the standings in Super 8 Group 2. Skipper Brook said these Houdini acts by his team has given it the confidence to take on India, who are always a strong side at home because of their familiarity with the conditions and the strong support they muster from the stands -- in a knockout encounter. Asked whether winning the decisive moments in tough encounters lends an air of being unbeatable to the team, Brook said it does give his team a lot of confidence. No, definitely not unbeatable, but I think it gives us a lot of confidence going into tomorrow as well. We've won them tight games, which in World Cups prove to be very important as well. And we've got a lot of confidence going into the deeper parts of the game. We've won games, like you said, which we probably shouldn't have won. And it just feels like we've never really been out of any game so far, which holds you in good stead in these world competitions, said Brook in the pre-match press conference ahead of the semifinals. In Brook's leadership, England have come up with some strong performances and have emerged as a strong contender to dethrone defending champions India as they are the team with the best record after India. But Brook said he was not aware of such stats, but said his side is confident in its abilities and will go into the semifinal at the Wankhede Stadium with the confidence gained from the calm demeanour they showed while extricating themselves from tricky situations. We've obviously played some good cricket over the last year or so, and hopefully we can play some more good cricket tomorrow. I do believe that India were the favourites from the start of the competition, as they should be on their home soil, home crowds and knowing the venues better than anyone else. But T20 is such a fickle game, and anything can happen. We're obviously going into the game very confident. We're playing some good cricket. We haven't quite played that perfect performance, and I feel like it's just around the corner. Hopefully it's tomorrow night, and we go out there, and we just play with freedom, play bravely, and yeah, look to take it to them as much as we can, said Brook. We've obviously played some good cricket over the last year or so, and hopefully we can play some more good cricket tomorrow. I do believe that India were the favourites from the start of the competition, as they should be on their home soil, home crowds and knowing the venues better than anyone else. But T20 is such a fickle game, and anything can happen. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Yeah, obviously when I took over, this was a year away and it felt like it probably needed a little bit of planning and that was slightly part of the planning really to try and get some game time in them guys and then slowly build some confidence up knowing that they were gonna be in the side most of the time and they've taken them roles on beautifully. Jacks, for example, has had four matches this World Cup, but he's been the standout player in the competition, arguably. Dawson's played a massive role in plenty of games as well. Banton has won us a few games off his own bat. And yeah, it's just having that confidence, knowing that you are going to be around for a little while, and thankfully it's got us this far in the competition, said Brook. Article Source: IANS

104-yr-old put under adjudication category in electoral rolls, triggers row

Kolkata: A 104-year-old man has complained of being listed in the under adjudication category in the final electoral rolls issued by the Election Commission following the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal on February 28, officials said on Wednesday, March 4. Sheikh Ibrahim, a resident of Jamalpur gram panchayat in Purba Bardhaman district, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

TMC, Left, Cong strike rare chord on voter list row ahead of Bengal polls

Kolkata: In the run-up to the West Bengal assembly elections, an unlikely political convergence is taking shape in the state with the ruling TMC and the opposition CPI(M) and Congress raising similar concerns over the post-SIR revision of electoral rolls. The flashpoint is the Election Commissions SIR that has seen around 63.66 lakh names deleted Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

T20 WC: Boys Are Up For The Challenge, Says Ferguson Ahead Of NZs Semi-final Against SA

T20 World Cup: New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson said his side are prepared for the challenge of facing South Africa in the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup semi-final at Eden Gardens on Wednesday, adding that the make-up of their playing eleven will be a little different for the crunch clash. New Zealand are aiming to stop the unbeaten streak of South Africa and a win will take them to the final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The Blackcaps have been boosted by the inclusion of pacer Matt Henry, who came back after attending the birth of his second child. Obviously different styles of cricket in Colombo, you had to use a lot of spinners, and the team makeup was slightly different, but nice to get the points and then find ourselves in a semi-final. Tonight we will know how good a bad wicket it is in India, especially this one, so the structure of the team will probably change a little bit, but the boys are up for the challenge. Hes always good. Ive never seen him (Henry) down, so Im sure hell go to the fitness test and hopefully all well for tonight, said Ferguson in a pre-match chat with the broadcasters. Asked about the advice given to him for acing the conditions in Eden Gardens with the ball, Ferguson said, Lots of advice. Ill save it for after the game. But no, look, I think a lot of the players have played here. Its not too dissimilar to other Indian grounds. Its a good batting track, quick outfield, so its important the boys, from a bowling point of view, hit good areas and try to create as much pressure as possible. We know these guys are going to come out hard. But at the same time, if we put the ball in a good area for long enough, well get those rewards. Ferguson stated the occasion of playing the semi-final was special. This is a game of cricket. We both start from zero. Obviously, its nice to play in the semifinals. Its an exciting occasion. Its a good batting track, quick outfield, so its important the boys, from a bowling point of view, hit good areas and try to create as much pressure as possible. We know these guys are going to come out hard. But at the same time, if we put the ball in a good area for long enough, well get those rewards. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Kolkata, March 4 (IANS) Fast bowler Matt Henry has returned to New Zealands playing eleven as captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl first against South Africa in the first semi-final of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC 2026 Crosses 500 Mn Viewers In India, Highest Ever In Tournaments History: ICC Chief Jay Shah

The ICC Men: The ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 has created history, becoming the most-watched edition of the tournament in its storied history, with the viewership in India alone crossing 500 million, the highest ever for a T20 World Cup. In a post on X, Jay Shah wrote, The journey of the @ICC #T20WorldCup 2026 began with the ambition to make it the most global and accessible cricket event ever. I am humbled that viewership for the event in India has crossed 500 million, the highest ever for any T20 World Cup in history. It was also heartening to see concurrent viewers @JioHotstar hit a peak of 60.5 million. With Knock-out matches for the tournament starting tonight, we hope that the immeasurable love our events receive from Indian fans helps break more records. On the field, the 2026 edition has delivered high-intensity contests and dramatic turnarounds. The group stage featured 20 teams divided into four groups of five, with the top two from each group progressing to the Super Eights. Traditional heavyweights like Australia and Pakistan were tested early, while emerging sides like Zimbabwe and Nepal produced spirited performances that underlined the growing depth in global T20 cricket. The Super Eights stage further intensified the competition. The eight qualified teams, namely India, Sri Lanka, West Indies, South Africa, England, New Zealand, Zimbabwe and Pakistan, were split into two groups of four, with only the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals. Several matches went down to the wire, and net run rate proved decisive in shaping the final standings. The four teams to reach the semi-finals are India, England, New Zealand and South Africa a line-up reflecting both pedigree and consistency. India will face England in a high-profile clash at Mumbais Wankhede Stadium, renewing a fierce rivalry, while New Zealand take on South Africa in the other knockout encounter at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both fixtures promise explosive batting, tactical battles and high-pressure drama, with a place in the final at stake. The ICCs streaming service, which serves fans in growth territories, set a new concurrent streaming record during the Super 8 fixture between India and the West Indies, surpassing the previous peak achieved during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 final. Both fixtures promise explosive batting, tactical battles and high-pressure drama, with a place in the final at stake. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Across social media platforms, the ICC has surpassed 10 billion video views and remains on track to exceed the 16 billion video views achieved in 2024. Article Source: IANS

South Africa vs New Zealand pitch report, weather forecast and reserve day rules if rain washes out semi-final

SA vs NZ Kolkata Weather Update: South Africa and New Zealand face off in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Eden Gardens. The pitch favors batters, but spinners might find help later. Dew is expected, potentially aiding the chasing team. Weather forecasts predict warm, dry conditions.

South Africa vs New Zealand 1st Semi-Final Live Streaming: When and where to watch SA vs NZ T20 World Cup 2026 clash

SA vs NZ Live Streaming: India gears up for a thrilling T20 World Cup semi-final as South Africa faces New Zealand in Kolkata on March 4th. The unbeaten Proteas, buoyed by a previous win over the Black Caps, are slight favourites after a dominant Super 8 run. New Zealand, seeking an improved showing, advanced on net run rate.

T20 WC: What Will Happen If ENG Vs IND Semi-final Is Washed Out?

T20 World Cup: India will face England in the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India secured a commanding victory over the West Indies to advance, despite starting their Super 8 campaign with a loss to South Africa. In the other semifinal, South Africa will compete against New Zealand at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. As fans eagerly anticipate the matches, concerns about the weather persist, leaving many wondering what will occur if the games are cancelled due to rain. If the India vs England match is washed out, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has scheduled a reserve day. If there is a delay, officials have an additional 90 minutes on Thursday and 120 minutes on Friday to ensure at least a five-over match is played. If the match is abandoned, the outcome will be determined depending on the teams position in their respective groups Super 8 points table. In that scenario, England will advance to the final since they finished higher than India in their Super 8 group. England topped their group with 3 wins, remaining unbeaten with six points to their name, while India finished second with 2 wins and four points. If both semifinals are cancelled, South Africa and England will advance to the T20 World Cup final, having topped their respective Super Eights table. The upcoming match in Mumbai continues an exciting semi-final sequence. In 2022, England stopped India's run in the penultimate stage before defeating Pakistan to win the trophy. If both semifinals are cancelled, South Africa and England will advance to the T20 World Cup final, having topped their respective Super Eights table. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Notably, in recent editions, the team that wins the India-England semi-final has subsequently become the world champion, a pattern that makes Thursday's match even more interesting to watch out for. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: Kolkatas Weather Forecast Ahead Of SA Vs NZ Semifinal

T20 World Cup: The first semi-final of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to unfold, with New Zealand locking horns with South Africa here at Eden Gardens on Wednesday. A place in the final is at stake, as the winner will advance to the title clash to face either India or England. Both teams have enjoyed impressive campaigns so far. The Black Caps secured second spot in their Super 8 group to seal their semi-final berth, while South Africa dominated Group 1, a pool that also featured India and the West Indies, to finish at the top. Given the strong form displayed by both sides, the contest promises to be a gripping battle as they vie for a spot in the tournament decider. With anticipation building, fans are also keeping a close eye on the weather conditions in Kolkata ahead of the big match. There is encouraging news on that front. Forecasts suggest minimal chances of rain, with clear skies expected over the city. According to AccuWeather, temperatures are likely to hover around a comfortable 29 degree celcius at the start, then ease to approximately 23 degrees later in the evening. However, the surfaces rolled out in the last two games at Eden Gardens in this tournament were flat. To add to that, smallish boundaries and a lightning quick outfield mean that the margin for error for bowlers is minimal. The team batting first will be eyeing a total in excess of 200. The first semifinal will be played on the pitch adjacent to the one that had India take on the West Indies, so the square boundary dimensions are nearly equal. Once again, the surface looks dry. The average first innings total in the last 19 matches at this venue is 162, while the second innings score is 143. Unlike the Super 8 stage, where no reserve time was in place, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has made special provisions for the semi-finals and final. An additional 90 minutes have been set aside on the scheduled match day to ensure the game reaches a result if possible. In the event of rain interruptions, there will be no bowl-out or toss to determine the outcome. Instead, qualification rules will come into effect based on the Super 8 standings. If the first semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand on March 4 is completely washed out, play will resume on the designated reserve day, March 5, from the exact point at which it was halted. In the event of rain interruptions, there will be no bowl-out or toss to determine the outcome. Instead, qualification rules will come into effect based on the Super 8 standings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In this scenario, South Africa topped Super 8 Group 1 with six points, while New Zealand progressed after finishing with three points in Group 2. Consequently, if the match cannot be completed, South Africa would move on to the summit clash. Article Source: IANS

Godrej Properties acquires 5-acre land parcel on Kolkata's EM Bypass

Godrej expects the premium residential project to be developed on the site to generate revenues of approximately 1,650 crore

Captains hold key to Proteas semis test vs NZ

ICC Mens T20 World Cup T20 WC | SEMI-FINAL 1 Match starts at 7 pm Kolkata, March 3: South African skipper Aiden Markram will be asked probing questions by his New Zealand counterpart Mitchell Santner in what promises to be an intriguing battle between two incredibly talented captains in the first semifinal of the T20 []

AIFF fines Mohun Bagan for spectator misconduct

Kolkata, March 3: The All India Football Federations disciplinary committee has fined Mohun Bagan Super Giants and ordered that the teams next Indian Super League (ISL) game against Odisha FC be played in an empty stadium for spectator misconduct during their home match against Kerala Blasters on February 14. The club said it has accepted []

T20 WC: Wicket Looks Flat, But Spinners Still Have A Role To Play, Says NZ Skipper Santner Ahead Of Proteas Clash

T20 World Cup: Having travelled from Sri Lanka to Kolkata for the first semifinal clash with South Africa at the Eden Gardens, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner admitted that getting one more day of rest would have been ideal for his team. He, however, said his team has had a good practice session at the Eden and is ready for the semifinal clash. New Zealand left Sri Lanka on Monday, a day after the semifinal line-up was finalised following India's win over the West Indies. New Zealand reached Kolkata on Tuesday and will be playing South Africa on Wednesday night. Moreover, they will be playing in conditions that will be different from those in Sri Lanka. Yeah, I guess the conditions are probably going to be a little bit different from where we've been in Colombo, but I guess this stage of the tournament, everyone's played a lot of cricket. Even some rest days in between are probably more beneficial. Guys had a good head out today. And I guess we watched the game the other night, which was a good indicator of what the surface will be like. And then, yeah, I think everyone will be ready to go for tomorrow, said Santner in the pre-match press conference. The New Zealand captain also admitted that the experience of Indian conditions gained by his teammates during their time playing in India in the IPL and bilateral series will help them get ready for the semifinal clash with South Africa. I think the more you can experience the conditions you're playing in, the more you learn from it, whether it's an international tour, IPL, or the same for most teams. South Africa are the same. They've got a majority of the guys in the IPL who played a lot in these conditions as well, he said. But he added that more than familiarity with the conditions, what mattered more was how his team would handle things during the match. So, yeah, I think everyone's kind of pretty familiar with what you're going to get. And obviously, it's on the day, what it looks like, it can change quickly. Conditions can change, opposition changes. So I think that the teams who can go out there and do that the quickest put themselves in a pretty good position. I guess our squad's been there a few times. But again, you get to the semifinals, it means that you're playing other teams who are also playing pretty good cricket in South Africa, obviously right up there, he added. With the semifinal clash set to be played on the day India will be celebrating Holi, the festival of colour, Santner hoped his team would put on a bit of a show and add more colour to the festivities. I guess our uniform is not that colourful, so I might have to jazz it up a little bit, wearing black out there. But yeah, I mean, I've been around in India a few times; whenever there are festivals, it's great to see. Hopefully, we can put on a bit of a show tomorrow night, he said. With the semifinal clash set to be played on the day India will be celebrating Holi, the festival of colour, Santner hoped his team would put on a bit of a show and add more colour to the festivities. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I guess we're looking at the wicket the other night. It was pretty flat I think there's still a role to play for the spinners, also seamers and I think the ground dimensions as well plays a massive part in conditions I mean Sri Lanka we had a big side for both those games Where you can try get it to that side where it's a little bit smaller here, but more central so again It's adapting on the fly It's getting in and out of overs as best you can and trying to restrict a team, a very good team to a score, he added. Article Source: IANS

How The T20 World Cup Semi-Finalists Shape Up

Just four of the 20 teams are now left standing as the T20 World Cup semi-finals take place this week. South Africa will face New Zealand in Kolkata on Wednesday, while defending champions India take on England in Mumbai the next day. AFP Sport assesses the four contenders for the trophy: SOUTH AFRICA Aiden Markram's South Africa are the only unbeaten team in the tournament and full of confidence as they hunt for a first World Cup after years of being dubbed chokers at the sharp end of tournaments. Runners-up two years ago, South Africa have won seven out of seven including statement Super Eights wins over India and the West Indies. - Strengths - Led by Markram, who has amassed 268 runs in seven matches, they have a power-packed batting line-up with Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickleton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller and Tristan Stubbs all able to clear the boundary. Quick bowler Lungi Ngidi has taken 12 wickets and has bamboozled some of the best with his deceptively slow off-cutter, while Keshav Maharaj has the ability to tie batsmen down with his left-arm spin. - Weaknesses If any, they appear to be psychological, the mental scars from decades of failing to fire at the sharp end of World Cups. Five times a 50-over World Cup semi-finalist and twice in the T20 version, they made it to a final for the first time in the T20 World Cup in 2024, only to fail again. Needing 26 off fours overs with six wickets in hand they collapsed to lose by seven runs to India. The World Test Championship final win last year may have gone a long way to erasing those demons -- eight of the T20 squad were in that side. T20 World Cup best: Runners-up (2024) NEW ZEALAND Squeaked into the semi-finals with a better net run-rate than Pakistan, having lost to England in the Super Eights. Beaten by South Africa in the group phase in Ahmedabad but will look to turn the tables in Kolkata. - Strengths - All-round talent in depth, including skipper and leading spinner Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips and Rachin Ravindra. From Lockie Ferguson's pace to Ish Sodhi's leg spin, Santner has plenty of bowling variation at his disposal. Opener Tim Seifert often provides an explosive start in the power play and they are razor-sharp in the field. - Weaknesses - Lack the game-busting, match-winning individuals of the other three semi-finalists. They are the only team in the final four to have lost two matches -- to South Africa and England. The only Test playing nations they have beaten in seven matches were Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. T20 World Cup best: Runners-up (2021) ENGLAND Harry Brook's England had some scratchy group stage wins, including edging a last-ball thriller against Nepal, but found form to power through the Super Eights with wins over co-hosts Sri Lanka, Pakistan and New Zealand. - Strengths - Brook showed his leadership by moving up to number three against Pakistan and scoring a match-winning century. He is becoming an astute tactician in his first World Cup as captain. All-rounder Will Jacks has already won four player of the match awards in seven outings and can be destructive with the bat. Jofra Archer, expensive in the first two games, is back to his searing best. - Weaknesses - Opener Jos Buttler is in a form slump with 62 runs in seven matches. He has not made a T20 fifty since September last year and looks devoid of confidence but England are unlikely to ditch their former captain. T20 World Cup best: Champions: 2010, 2022 INDIA The defending champions finally produced their best performances when they needed them in the Super Eights with victories over Zimbabwe and the West Indies. Suryakumar Yadav's side were less convincing in the group stage, despite starting the tournament as hot favourites. They were 77-6 in their opening match against the United States before Suryakumar's 84 rescued them and lacked consistency. - Strengths - Sanju Samson has added muscle and balance to the top of the order, upsetting the opposition's bowling rhythm by breaking up the all-left hand combination of Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan. Jasprit Bumrah has proved himself again to be one of the best pacemen in the business and top-ranked T20 bowler Varun Chakravarthy, who has claimed 12 victims, leads the spin attack. Home support in a 35,000-strong Wankhede stadium could be like having a 12th man on the field. - Weaknesses - Abhishek came into the tournament as the world's number one T20 batsman then had three consecutive ducks. A fifty against Zimbabwe showed glimpses of his talent but he fell for 10 against the West Indies and England will be targeting him for an early wicket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score T20 World Cup best: Winners (2007, 2024)

Unbeaten South Africa Face 'Fresh Start' In Semi-Final: Aiden Markram

South Africa captain Aiden Markram on Tuesday said his team's win over New Zealand in the group phase will count for nothing in the T20 World Cup semi-final, which will be a completely fresh start. The two teams clash at Kolkata's Eden Gardens in the first semi-final on Wednesday, with both having never lifted a cricket World Cup. South Africa are the only unbeaten side in the last four and are trying to rid themselves of a reputation for choking in the final stages at World Cups. They have been the team to beat in this edition and got the better of New Zealand by seven wickets in a group game in Ahmedabad on February 15. We had a good run against them in the group stages, but both teams have played a lot of cricket since then, Markram told reporters. It's a completely fresh start tomorrow and it being a semi-final which is exciting as well. I don't think it's as straightforward as just being able to repeat that. We'll try to bring our best game to the front again. South Africa suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the 2024 T20 World Cup final against India in Barbados, when they needed 30 off 30 balls with six wickets and lost by seven runs after a clatter of wickets. South Africa beat India and the West Indies in the Super Eights to have many marking them down as the favourites to lift the trophy. With regards to being favourites or not, that's all different people's opinions, said Markram. Us as a team really just try to focus on putting good games of cricket together and playing that exciting brand that we've been trying to play for the last 18 months or so. Markram has led South Africa from the front with 268 runs including three half-centuries and a top score of 86 not out in seven matches. He holds an impressive captaincy record of 15 wins in 16 T20 World Cup matches with the only defeat in the 2024 final. The senior guys in the team, we lean on them a lot. They help guide you and lead you when you have a few doubts, said Markram. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think because of that and a really strong group of players over the years, we've developed that. Fortunately it reflects well, but it's definitely a reflection on the group as a whole.

T20 WC: Its A Completely Fresh Start In Semifinal, Says Markram Ahead Of Clash With NZ

T20 World Cup: South Africa skipper Aiden Markram emphasised on treating the T20 World Cup semi-final as a completely fresh start ahead of their clash against New Zealand at Kolkatas Eden Gardens on Wednesday. The Proteas, the only unbeaten side left in the tournament, are chasing a maiden cricket World Cup title and hoping to shed their long-standing reputation for faltering in knockout stages. We had a good run against them in the group stages, but both teams have played a lot of cricket since then, Markram told reporters, referring to South Africas seven-wicket win over New Zealand in Ahmedabad on February 14. Its a completely fresh start tomorrow, and it's a semifinal, which is exciting as well. I don't think it's as straightforward as just being able to repeat that. We'll try to bring our best game to the front again, he said. South Africas recent World Cup history still looms large. They faced a tough loss in the 2024 T20 World Cup final against India in Barbados. They needed 30 runs off 30 balls with six wickets remaining before collapsing and losing by seven runs. Since that defeat, the team has shown strength and consistency. They defeated both India and the West Indies in the Super Eights of this tournament, which has led many to call them favourites as they approach the semi-finals. Markram, though, brushed aside that narrative. With regards to being favourites or not, that's all different people's opinions, he said. Us as a team really just try to focus on putting good games of cricket together and playing that exciting brand that we've been trying to play for the last 18 months or so. Leading from the front, Markram has scored 268 runs in seven matches, which includes three half-centuries and a top score of 86 not out. His captaincy record in T20 World Cups is also impressive, with 15 wins in 16 matches. The only loss came in the 2024 final. Us as a team really just try to focus on putting good games of cricket together and playing that exciting brand that we've been trying to play for the last 18 months or so. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The senior guys in the team, we lean on them a lot. They help guide you and lead you when you have a few doubts, Markram said. I think because of that and a really strong group of players over the years, we've developed that. Fortunately, it reflects well, but it's definitely a reflection on the group as a whole. Article Source: IANS

Santner: 'SA have a lot of power, but we back ourselves in a one-off game'

He expects a flat pitch in Kolkata, and aims to restrict SA to 180 if NZ bowl first

ISL: Mohun Bagan hit with stadium closure for 'spectator misconduct'

Mohun Bagan Super Giants have been fined and hit with a full stadium closure for their upcoming game against Odisha FC on March 6. The Kolkata giants have been found guilty of 'spectator misconduct' during their season opener against the Kerala Blasters on February 14.

'Seeing So Much Love Means A Lot': Samson Expresses Gratitude Towards Fans After T20 WC Heroics

T20 World Cup: Indian wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson has expressed gratitude towards all the fans reaching out to him and showering love after his blistering knock against the West Indies in the final match of the Super 8s, which helped the defending champions secure a spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals. Samson rose to the occasion with a perfectly paced unbeaten 97 off just 50 balls as India chased down 196 to beat West Indies by five wickets in a virtual knockout clash in front of 67,000 spectators at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. After his innings, Samson received praises from the fans as well as the cricket fraternity. After receiving many heartfelt messages, Samson thanked the fans with an Instagram story on Tuesday. Just wanted to reach out and convey my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who showed love, support and kept me in prayers. Seeing and experiencing so much love coming my way truly means a lot, Samson wrote in an Instagram story. Just want to say - Thank you all. Two more steps to go, India, he added. Samson featured twice in the T20 World Cup 2026 making 22 against Namibia in New Delhi, and 24 against Zimbabwe as India majorly preferred to have the left-handed opening pair of Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma. Just want to say - Thank you all. Two more steps to go, India, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, Samson will be in focus when the defending champions India will face the two-time winners England in the second semi-final to be played at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Article Source: IANS

Why will India be knocked out if rain washes out T20 WC semi-final?

The T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals feature India vs England in Mumbai and South Africa vs New Zealand in Kolkata. Though the forecast is clear, rain concerns remain after earlier washouts. The ICC has reserve days and extra time in place. If a semi-final is abandoned, the higher Super 8 team advances meaning England and South Africa would qualify.

How Shah Rukh Khan multiplied his money 50 times? Wealth manager decodes the formula behind superstar's Rs 12,500 crore fortune

Shah Rukh Khan's billionaire status, estimated at $1.4 billion, is attributed to strategic financial planning beyond cinema. Financial advisor Deepak Hiro Vazirani highlighted the actor's diversified investments, including real estate like Mannat and the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders, as key to his wealth accumulation.

T20 WC: What Will Happen If SA Vs NZ Semi-final Is Washed Out?

T20 World Cup: South Africa and New Zealand are meeting for the second time in this T20 World Cup, but the stakes are much higher than in their previous match. Unlike their earlier group game, which had little impact, this is now the first semifinal of the tournament as the match, scheduled for Wednesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, will determine the first team to reach the final. South Africa head into the knockout fixture with momentum firmly on their side. The Proteas remain unbeaten, having swept through the group stage before continuing their strong run in the Super 8s. Their victory over India in the second phase further underlined their credentials as serious title contenders. New Zealands path has been comparatively uneven. The Black Caps advanced from the group stage with three wins and a defeat that loss coming against South Africa. In the Super 8s, they secured a comfortable win over Sri Lanka, suffered a narrow defeat to England and saw their fixture against Pakistan abandoned due to rain. Unlike the Super 8 stage, which did not have a reserve provision, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has allocated additional time for the semi-finals and final. Match officials have an extra 90 minutes on the scheduled day to complete proceedings. If rain disrupts play on either day, the rules are clear: there will be no bowl-out or coin toss. Instead, the teams' progress will be based on the Super 8 standings. If the first semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand on March 4 is fully washed out, the match will be continued on the reserve day, March 5, starting from where it was interrupted. If rain disrupts play on either day, the rules are clear: there will be no bowl-out or coin toss. Instead, the teams' progress will be based on the Super 8 standings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In this case, South Africa led Super 8 Group 1 with six points, while New Zealand advanced to the semi-finals with three points in Group 2. Therefore, if there was a washout, South Africa would progress to the final. Article Source: IANS

CALMCOMPOSEDCLASS!

Agencies Kolkata India opener Sanju Samsons unbeaten 97 under pressure in a virtual quarterfinal of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup has drawn glowing tributes from former greats, who believe the knock could mark a significant turning point in his career. Chasing a stiff 196 against the West Indies at Eden Gardens on Sunday, Samson []

T20 World Cup semifinals: From on-field umpires to match referees

Indian umpire Nitin Menon has earned a spot on the elite panel for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup semifinals. He will serve as the third umpire for the Kolkata clash between South Africa and New Zealand on March 4. The following day, India faces England in Mumbai, with a separate officiating team in place.

India's Nitin Menon Among Elite Panel Of Match Officials For ICC T20 WC Semifinals

ICC T20 WC: India's Nitin Menon is among the elite panel of match officials named for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup semifinals scheduled on March 4 and 5. South Africa will go up against New Zealand in the first semi-final on March 4 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, while defending champions India will square off woth England in the second semifinal on March 5 in Mumbais Wankhede Stadium. Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf will serve as the on-field umpires for the first semifinal between South Africa and New Zealand on Wednesday. Illingworth was in the middle for South Africas victory at this stage two years ago, when the Proteas dismissed Afghanistan for 56 and won by nine wickets, while Wharf oversaw New Zealands win over the same opposition in the group stage this time around. In Kolkata, Nitin Menon will serve as the third umpire, with Rod Tucker as the fourth umpire, and Javagal Srinath appointed as the match referee. In Mumbai, the second semi-final between India and England will be officiated by on-field umpires Chris Gaffaney and Allahuddien Paleker. The two nations faced each other at the same stage in 2024, with India winning by 68 runs and Gaffaney officiating that match. So far in this tournament, he has been involved in Indias games against South Africa and the West Indies. Paleker has taken control of two England matches, against the West Indies and Scotland, as well as Indias victory over the Netherlands. Adrian Holdstock will serve as the third umpire in Mumbai, while Paul Reiffel takes on the role of fourth umpire. Andy Pycroft will act as the match referee. Semi-Final 1: Kolkata, Wednesday, March 4 South Africa v New Zealand On-Field Umpires: Richard Illingworth & Alex Wharf Third Umpire: Nitin Menon Fourth Umpire: Rod Tucker Match Referee: Javagal Srinath Semi-Final 2: Mumbai, Thursday, March 5 India v England On-Field Umpires: Chris Gaffaney & Allahuddien Paleker Third Umpire: Adrian Holdstock On-Field Umpires: Chris Gaffaney & Allahuddien Paleker Also Read: Live Cricket Score Match Referee: Andy Pycroft Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: Samson's Return Shows Pieces Are Falling Into Right Place For India, Says Gavaskar

DP World Celebrity Golf Event: India legend Sunil Gavaskar believes Sanju Samson's return to playing eleven for the Super Eights of the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup is a proof that the pieces are falling into place for the defending champions at the right time ahead of their semi-final against England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. Samson rose to the occasion with a perfectly paced 97 not out off just 50 balls as India chased down 196 to beat West Indies by five wickets in a virtual knockout clash in front of 67,000 spectators at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Yes, sometimes you have a situation where you actually have a piece falling into the right place. I do believe that Rinku Singh's father's illness at that stage and because he was away, had the opening for Sanju Samson to be brought into the team for the game the other day - not the one at the Eden Gardens, the one in Chennai. That's where he got the Indian team off to a start with Abhishek Sharma of over 40 because in all the matches till then, one of the openers, either Abhishek or Ishan Kishan had got out for a duck and the Indian team would lose a wicket in the power play, said Gavaskar, while replying to a query from IANS in an interaction ahead of the DP World Celebrity Golf Event to create awareness on the CHAMPS Foundation. Samson featured only once in the group stage, making 22 against Namibia in New Delhi, as India majorly preferred to have the left-handed opening pair of Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma. But after the 76-run defeat to South Africa, Samson was recalled for the Super Eights tie against Zimbabwe to break the left-handed monotony and made a brisk 24, before hitting 12 boundaries and four sixes in an unforgettable knock in a crunch clash to steer India to the semi-finals. In fact, they used to lose two wickets in the power play. But that partnership certainly steadied the Indian innings. From there, obviously, with him batting the way that he did, breaking the two left-handers together to make the opening into a right-hand, left-hand combination, certainly has made it look very good. Its because that was the old form anyway - the old partnership before Samson went out of form and Ishan Kishan came back into the team. So you could say that the pieces have certainly fallen into place. Even England are peaking and India are also peaking and it is going to be some game worth going miles to see, added Gavaskar. Gavaskar also termed Samson's match-winning knock in Kolkata as one of the finest knocks he commentated on in recent times in T20s. He anchored the innings and then he also took India home, which is such an important thing. A lot of times, players get out in the 16th or the 17th over and so, when a new batter comes in, then it becomes a little bit difficult. So, it was a superb innings in the way he anchored and took India home. He didn't seem to take any undue risk and played normal cricketing shots and play any reverse sweep or scoop. He stuck to his strength, which was playing normal shots in the V and it was one of the finest T20 innings that we have seen in recent times. England, led by Harry Brook, come into the semi-final on the back of winning all their Super Eight games and have been growing in form and confidence as the tournament gets to the business end. Gavaskar feels Thursday's semi-final, the third straight time of India meeting England in this phase of the competition, had all the ingredients of a classic. It's going to be another cracker of a game just like this sort of quarter-final against the West Indies was because both sides are very well matched. They have got batting, bowling, middle order and the finisher. Both teams have finishers and variety in their bowling, and also got a fair bit of experience of T20 cricket. England have got a few players who have played in the IPL and are familiar with Indian conditions and when they play for their franchise in an away game, the crowd pressure is there and are familiar with that as well. So, it is going to be a humdinger of a game, like it went in Kolkata and this one also will likely go to the 40th over. Asked about Indias semi-final hoodoo at the Wankhede Stadium - defeats to England in the 1987 ODI World Cup and West Indies in the 2016 T20 World Cup - Gavaskar remained unperturbed. Well, the other day, somebody said as well that West Indies had never lost a knockout game at the Eden Gardens, but that was broken. So it's a new era, new team and yes, India have not had the best of semi-final experiences at the Wankhede. But I do believe that they have the capability to go all the way to the final in Ahmedabad. Gavaskar also had an advice for young left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma, who has scored 80 runs in six games at an average of 13.33 and a strike-rate of 131.14. Barring 55 against Zimbabwe, Abhishek hasnt played any innings of note and Gavaskar urged him to focus on building his innings rather than attacking relentlessly from the outset. My advice would be to not always look to bat in the fourth gear. Maybe look to up the gears as you settle in. Yes, you want to take advantage of the power play where only two fielders are outside the 30-metre circle. You want to certainly take advantage of that - play to your strengths, but don't always have to look to bat in the fourth gear. Like you saw with Sanju Samson batting in the third gear, for most of the time, he got 97 off 50 deliveries. Anybody who gets 97 will mean that his team will at least get double that amount, if not more - double that number of runs. So, if you get 190-200 in a semis while batting first, you are looking at possibly a winning score, he added. On the sidelines of the semi-final, Gavaskar spoke about the charity golf initiative being organised in Mumbai on Friday, featuring leading names from Indian and international sport. The event seeks to raise awareness for the CHAMPS Foundation (Caring, Helping, Assisting, Motivating, Promoting Sportsperson), founded by Gavaskar, which supports former Indian international sportspersons facing financial and medical challenges. Well, we saw that there is a semi-final of the ICC T20 World Cup in Mumbai on March 5. So we knew that there would be some commentators and also some former players who would be around here. So we decided to go and request that those who play golf (to be a part of it). On the sidelines of the semi-final, Gavaskar spoke about the charity golf initiative being organised in Mumbai on Friday, featuring leading names from Indian and international sport. The event seeks to raise awareness for the CHAMPS Foundation (Caring, Helping, Assisting, Motivating, Promoting Sportsperson), founded by Gavaskar, which supports former Indian international sportspersons facing financial and medical challenges. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So, with that in view, we decided that having these players being around, we would be able to then do like we did in that inaugural 1983 double wicket tournament, and would be able to get potential sponsors as well to participate in this golf team, he concluded. Article Source: IANS

Bengal SIR: 200 additional judicial officers to join adjudication exercise

Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday evening informed that 200 additional judicial officers 100 each from neighbouring Jharkhand and Odisha will join the ongoing judicial adjudication process relating to voters identity documents flagged under the logical discrepancy category in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal. The additional Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan attacks Mamata govt over law and order, infiltration in Bengal

KOLKATA (WB), Mar 2 : Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday slammed the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal over the law and order situation, and alleged that it was sheltering infiltrators. Addressing a Poriborton Yatra rally in Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas, the BJP leader also accused the TMC of preparing fake Aadhaar and voter cards for infiltrators and attempting to change the regions demography. Mamata Banerjee should be ashamed. Though Bengal has a [] The post Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan attacks Mamata govt over law and order, infiltration in Bengal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

IndiGo to launch daily direct Kolkata-Shanghai flights from March 29

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Holika Dahan 2026 city-wise timings: Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Lucknow and other places in India

Holika Dahan City Wise muhurat timing: India's vibrant Holi festival commences with Holika Dahan, a sacred bonfire ritual on the full moon night, symbolizing good's victory over evil. This year, the auspicious timing follows the end of Bhadra, with bonfires lit across cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.

SA vs NZ: Stats Preview ahead of the South Africa vs New Zealand Semi-final 1 in Kolkata

SA vs NZ Semi-final 1, T20I Approaching Milestones and Records :The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will host the first semifinal on Wednesday. South Africa cricket team and New Zealand cricket team will be up against each other in this high-profile clash, which starts at 7 PM IST at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. These two sides will be aiming for their first World T20 title, and this game will take them very close to their dream. South Africa have been undefeated in this tournament so far. They have beaten all the opposition they have faced and are the only side to win all of their games. They have an incredible top order with in-form batters, and the other players are also supporting them well. With the ball, their pace unit is very dangerous. New Zealand have had some ups and downs as they lost the last Super 8 clash to England, which put them near elimination. But Pakistan were not able to meet the equation against Sri Lanka, which helped them qualify. New Zealand have already lost once to South Africa and will be looking to beat them now. Here, we will talk about big records and milestones which are lined up and can be achieved in the South Africa vs New Zealand Semifinal 1at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. SA vs NZ Semi-final 1Approaching T20I Records and T20I Cricket Milestones Ahead of the SA vs NZ clash at Eden Gardens, Kolkata 36 - Quinton de Kock is just 35 runs away from surpassing former Australian captain Aaron Finch (3120) in the leading scorers' tally in T20Is. 52 - South African captain Aiden Markram is just 52 runs away from completing 2000 T20I runs. He will be only the fourth South African to do so. 3 - Ish Sodhi is approaching a massive milestone. He needs three more wickets to surpass Martin Guptill (164) and become the leading wicket-taker for New Zealand and second-highest ever in T20Is. 4 - David Miller has 141 sixes in T20Is, and he needs four more to enter the top ten batters with the most sixes in T20Is. 25 - Aiden Markram has 268 runs in the tournament so far. He needs 32 runs more to become the first South African to score 300 or more runs in a single T20 World Cup edition. 4 - Ryan Rickleton has 15 sixes and needs four more to hit the most sixes in a single T20 World Cup edition. 3 - Anrich Nortje needs three more wickets to become the fifth highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cup history. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 2 - Lungi Ngidi needs two wickets to become the leading wicket-taker in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026.

T20 WC: Jasprit Bumrah Wins impact Player Of The Match Medal After Indias Win Over WI

T20 World Cup: India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was adjudged the Impact Player of the Match after a decisive spell helped India maintain the West Indies to a chaseable target before Sanju Samsons unbeaten 97 helped the defending champions secure a crucial victory in their T20 World Cup clash on Sunday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Bumrah returned figures of 2/36 from his four overs. While the numbers may not fully reflect his influence, the timing of his breakthroughs proved pivotal. In the 12th over of the innings, with the West Indies looking to accelerate, Bumrah struck twice, removing the dangerous Shimron Hetmyer and Roston Chase, to derail the Caribbean sides momentum and tilt the contest firmly in Indias favour. His ability to deliver in pressure situations once again underlined why he remains Indias go-to bowler in crunch moments. The twin strikes not only stemmed the flow of runs but also exposed the middle order, allowing India to tighten the screws in the death overs. Presenting the medal, Indias fielding coach T Dilip lauded the teams collective intensity while singling out Bumrah for his composure in decisive phases. Brilliant stuff, brilliant effort, well done. We're a gun team and today we showed with our intent what it means to be that. That's what the play was today. Today's game reminds me of my favourite quote: The strength of the team is each individual, and the strength of each individual is the team. Today we represented that through care and belief everytime we did that. Outstanding efforts. The impact player goes to someone who owns the big moments most of the times with his calm face and deadly execution. He's none other than Jasprit Bumrah, he said while presenting the medal to the pacer. Bumrah, in turn, credited his teammates for holding their nerve during the chase and ensuring India crossed the line without panic, as he said, Thank you so much. Special mention to Dube as well, the two fours that he hit didn't let the pressure come into our team. So yeah, special mention to him. Tilak also played a great knock, not taking away anything from him but yes, come the big day we're off to get together and hopefully do well in Mumbai. Cheers. Brilliant stuff, brilliant effort, well done. We're a gun team and today we showed with our intent what it means to be that. That's what the play was today. Today's game reminds me of my favourite quote: The strength of the team is each individual, and the strength of each individual is the team. Today we represented that through care and belief everytime we did that. Outstanding efforts. The impact player goes to someone who owns the big moments most of the times with his calm face and deadly execution. He's none other than Jasprit Bumrah, he said while presenting the medal to the pacer. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With this win, India continued their strong run in the tournament, showcasing both bowling discipline and batting depth and secured their place in the semi-final, where theyll meet England on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: When And Where To Watch SA Vs NZ Semifinal

New Zealand ICC Men: The knockouts of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 are all set, with the first semi-final taking place at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Wednesday between New Zealand and South Africa. South Africa will come in with high spirits after beating New Zealand in their group game. The Proteas beat the Kiwis by seven wickets in Ahmedabad on February 14 and will look to replicate that result. A five-wicket win over Zimbabwe in their final Super 8 game meant South Africa finished first in their group with a perfect record of 3 wins from 3 games. New Zealand will look to take revenge against South Africa and put an end to their unbeaten streak in the tournament after finishing second in Group 1 and will look to return to the T20 World Cup final for the first time since 2021. In 2021, New Zealand made it to the final but lost by eight wickets to Australia at the Dubai International Stadium on November 14. With a place in the final at stake, two of the tournaments most consistent sides will battle for supremacy in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter. The second semi-final will feature England, who topped Group 2 with a perfect record, facing India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, March 5. India secured their spot in the semi-finals after a thrilling win over the West Indies in their final Super 8 match, creating an exciting matchup against the defending champions. The final is set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8. Venue, time and streaming details- T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal: Venue Eden Gardens in Kolkata will host the second semi-final clash between South Africa vs New Zealand. T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal: Time The South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal will begin 7:00 PM (IST) and 1:30 PM (GMT) with the toss taking place 30 minutes before the starting time on Sunday. T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal: Live Telecast Live television coverage of the South Africa vs New Zealand ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final match will be available on the Star Sports Network. T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal: Live Streaming The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website. Squads: The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and website. Also Read: Live Cricket Score New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Cole McConchie Article Source: IANS

SA, NZ Meet In T20 WC Semis For The First Time; Key Stats Ahead Of Historic Clash In Kolkata

T20 World Cup: South Africa and New Zealand head into the semi-finals of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 following impressive yet contrasting campaigns and gear up to face each other on Wednesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. South Africa are heading into the semifinals on the back of a flawless campaign, having remained unbeaten through the group stage and Super Eights. The Proteas topped their Super Eight group with commanding performances that underlined both their batting depth and bowling discipline. A comfortable chase against Zimbabwe capped their second-round run, while a commanding victory over India underlined their title credentials. Having finished as runners-up in the previous edition, the Proteas appear determined to go one step further this time. New Zealand, meanwhile, began strongly with convincing wins over the United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan and Canada. A key Super Eight triumph over Sri Lanka strengthened their semi-final push, although a narrow defeat to England in their final Super Eights match meant qualification depended on net run rate. Despite that setback, the BlackCaps advanced and now bring a well-balanced unit into a high-stakes clash for a place in the final. This will be the first time South Africa and New Zealand meet in a T20 World Cup semi-final. They have competed four times in the group stage of the tournament, but never in the knockout rounds, making this upcoming match a historic first. The two heavyweights first met in a T20 World Cup match in 2007, with the Proteas emerging victorious. They faced each other three more times in subsequent tournaments, in 2009, 2014 and the current edition, with South Africa winning on all occasions. The venue, however, might prove challenging for both teams and could give the Kiwis an upper hand, given their prior experience at Eden Gardens. New Zealand have played two T20Is at the venue previously. While they beat Bangladesh in the 2016 edition of the marquee event, the BlackCaps suffered a 73-run defeat at the hands of India during a T20I series in November 2021. South Africa, meanwhile, do not hold any experience of playing a 20-over game at the venue, with their only game against India in October 2015 being washed out. However, players of both sides have extensive experience of playing the Indian Premier League matches at the venue, making the upcoming World Cup contest even more interesting. South Africa vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Record in T20 World Cups: Played: 4 South Africa vs New Zealand Head-to-Head Record in T20 World Cups: Also Read: Live Cricket Score New Zealand won: 0 Article Source: IANS

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Samson Never Lost His Cool, Even With Wickets Falling Around Him: Shastri

T20 World Cup Super Eights: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri believes Sanju Samsons match-winning knock against the West Indies in the last ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super Eights contest at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday could mark a turning point in the openers career and lauded the fact that he did not lose his cool when 'wickets kept falling around him.' Samson struck an unbeaten 97, laced with 12 fours and four sixes, steering India into the semi-finals and earning the Player of the Match award for his commanding display under pressure. Speaking on The ICC Review, Shastri praised the 29-year-olds temperament in a high-stakes contest, saying, It is Sanju's special Samson today, and that innings was special, because just his calmness, his composure, and just the sublime touch right through that innings. You had everything. You had timing, you had placement, you had explosive power, you had class and what I liked best was even with wickets falling around him, he never lost his cool. He was calm and composed in front of a big crowd. This was not a league game. This was a knockout contest. People, their expectations of Samson have been huge right through his career. No one has questioned his talent, but they have been disappointed with his consistency. He brought everything to the fore today and made millions around the globe happy, he added. You had everything. You had timing, you had placement, you had explosive power, you had class and what I liked best was even with wickets falling around him, he never lost his cool. He was calm and composed in front of a big crowd. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India will now face England in the semi-final at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, with Samsons return to form providing a timely boost ahead of the knockout clash. Article Source: IANS

ICC Chair Jay Shah, BCCI Secy Saikia, Celebrate 'joyous Moments At Eden' During IND Vs WI Super 8 Clash

T20 World Cup Super: Joy and celebration filled the air at Eden Gardens as International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah, along with BCCI president Mithun Manhas, secretary Devajit Saikia, vice-president Rajeev Shukla and others, was seen soaking in the vibrant atmosphere during India's nervy win over the West Indies in the T20 World Cup Super 8 contest. BCCI secretary Saikia shared glimpses from the stadium of what were described as joyous moments at Edens. In the pictures shared by Saikia, alongside the ICC chair, who was seated in the BCCI corporate box beside Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Sourav Ganguly, who also handed out autographs to the fans at Eden Gardens during the match. India secured their spot in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals with their win over the West Indies in the final Super 8 fixture. The defending champions knocked out two-time winners to set up a mouth-watering knockouts clash against England, in a repeat of the 2024 semifinal. The two teams will square off in the second semi-final on March 5 in Mumbais Wankhede Stadium. Both the West Indies and India required a win in Sundays fixture to progress through. The defending champions came up with a solid performance to cruise to a five-wicket win in Kolkata on Sunday. The two teams will square off in the second semi-final on March 5 in Mumbais Wankhede Stadium. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Samson led the chase with an unbeaten 97, as India brought up 199/5 in 19.2 overs. It was the highest score by an Indian in a run-chase at the T20 World Cup. Article Source: IANS

Everybody Wants Sanju To Do Well: Gavaskar

Samson broke his sequence of low scores with a match-winning 97-run knock at the big stage in a high-stakes T20 World Cup game against the West Indies in Kolkata on Sunday night

T20 WC: 'Switched Off Phone & Social Media, Listened To Myself,' Says Samson After Hitting Unbeaten 97

T20 World Cup Super Eight: India opener Sanju Samson said he switched off his phone and social media to listen to himself and protect his self-belief during a lean patch, which ended with his match-winning 97 in the Mens T20 World Cup Super Eight clash against the West Indies on Sunday. Samson hammered 12 fours and four sixes in his 50-ball knock to steer India to a five-wicket victory by chasing 196, thus keeping the defending champions campaign alive and set up a semi-final clash against England in Mumbai on Thursday. Shot selection was something I kept working on. I did not want to change too much because I knew I had performed with the same setup, so I kept believing in myself, switched off my phone, switched off social media and listened to my own self. I am very happy it happened in a very special game, said Samson to Star Sports at the conclusion of the game. He reflected on how doubts crept into his mind when the runs werent coming for him in the lead-up to the showpiece event. Our human nature is that we often start from a negative thought like, 'Can I do it? I don't think I can.' When I have that thought, I try to alter it with a very positive one. When I had a series like New Zealand where I wanted to perform and be part of the World Cup team, things did not work out well, but luckily I got a 10-day gap. I did not play any games and was not in the team. I kept thinking, 'Sanju, what else? Why didn't it work? What else should I do?' So I did some soul-searching. I worked on my base, how I set myself up, and came back to it. A lot of people had suggestions and I saw a lot of valid points, but at the same time I felt, 'Sanju, you have scored three international hundreds with the same setup.' Samson was recalled to open the batting for India with a bid to break the left-handed top-order monotony and carried the team home almost single-handedly in the daunting chase, especially when he lost partners from the other end. It was a bit of a difficult chase. Looking at our batting power, I felt that chasing 190-odd at Eden Gardens, when dew comes in, gets a bit easier, but losing wickets at regular intervals made it challenging. To be honest, that's where my experience and my role played a big part. I got a good start, but when the wickets kept falling, I felt I needed to finish the game and take it till the last moment. Normally you feel like doing it, but it doesn't happen all the time, so I am very grateful it happened in this game. It was a bit of a difficult chase. Looking at our batting power, I felt that chasing 190-odd at Eden Gardens, when dew comes in, gets a bit easier, but losing wickets at regular intervals made it challenging. To be honest, that's where my experience and my role played a big part. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He signed off by saying on what the unbeaten 97 in Kolkata will mean to him. More than a hundred cricketers in India dream about a day like this. I dared to dream. A young guy from Trivandrum, Kerala, dreaming about playing for the country and winning a game in such a crucial match. I dared to dream and it happened. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC semi-final schedule, dates, times, venues All you need to know

Team India secures a thrilling semi-final spot in the T20 World Cup 2026, setting up a high-voltage clash against England on March 5 in Mumbai. South Africa will face New Zealand in the first semi-final on March 4 in Kolkata. The winners will battle for the championship title on March 8 in Ahmedabad.

ECI meets for two days to review Bengal post-SIR scenario, poll preparations

Kolkata: Amid the publication of the final voters list in West Bengal minus those whose names have been referred for judicial adjudication as per the direction of the Supreme Court, the Election Commission of India (ECI) will be conducting crucial meetings on Monday and Tuesday to review the post-Special Intensive Revision (SIR) scenario in the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

T20 World Cup: India beat WI by 5 wickets to seal semifinal spot

KOLKATA, Mar 1: Perpetually under scrutiny, Sanju Samson rose above the noise to produce a match-winning 97 not out as India defeated West Indies by five wickets in their T20 World Cup Super Eights match to reach the semifinals, here on Sunday. India face England in the semifinals at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 5. Asked to bat, West Indies executed a clear attacking blueprint as they rode on Roston Chases foundation before unleashing a late assault by [] The post T20 World Cup: India beat WI by 5 wickets to seal semifinal spot appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Worth the wait: Gambhir's mic and Samson's bat do the talking in Kolkata

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T20 WC: Hit The Stumps, And Change Of Pace Key To Maphaka Shining Bright Against Zimbabwe

Teenaged South Africa: Teenaged South Africa pacer Kwena Maphaka said hitting the stumps and constant change of pace were the key ingredients behind him producing a standout spell of 2-21 in the sides five-wicket win over Zimbabwe in their final Super Eights clash of Mens T20 World Cup at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. With Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen and Keshav Maharaj all rested ahead of Wednesday's semi-final clash against New Zealand in Kolkata, Maphaka was among those asked to step up and did so emphatically, by finishing with figures of 2-21 in his four overs. It included the prized wicket of Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza - the man who had been taking apart every other bowler - in the 17th over, as he popped a skier to David Miller at point. To be honest, we thought the wicket was going to be a little bit quicker, maybe a little bit more bounce. The last game we played in Delhi was a bit skiddier. Today was a little bit lower and slower, so we just tried to adapt to that as quick as possible - hit the stumps, and change of pace a lot of the times, he said, while replying to a query from IANS in the mixed zone interaction. It was only Maphaka's second appearance at this tournament, yet the teenager has looked entirely at ease in elite company - generating movement with both the new ball and the old ball, and capping his spell with a vicious offcutter that Raza simply wasnt expecting. Obviously the first World Cup, it's been really good so far. Just being able to learn from all the guys and being able to put the learnings into action on the field, so really good outing today, and I'm just hoping that I can keep going the way I'm going at the moment, he said. Chief among those learnings has been the art of the slower ball - a weapon that Lungi Ngidi has wielded to devastating effect throughout the tournament. Yes, I am learning about slower balls from him. To be honest, I don't think anyone can bowl a slower ball like Lungi does. But there's been a couple of things that I've picked up from him. Obviously being able to learn from the guys. There's a lot of little intricacies in the game. Pace off is definitely one of them. Just learning when to use what kind of deliveries has been a big thing on this tour, he said. The South Africa pace bowling group, which also features Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, and Anrich Nortje, could have been an intimidating environment for a teenager making his way in international cricket. But Maphaka described it instead as a privilege. It's an absolute privilege to be able to speak to these guys. As you said, they are some of the most experienced guys in the game at the moment of all time. It's been really good for my development and I'm just really thankful that I've been able to be in this position. Competition for places within that group has been fierce, though Maphaka insisted the atmosphere within the camp has remained healthy, even for those who have found game time hard to come by. I think it's been a good dynamic. Obviously not getting too many games, but it's not anything too serious, I don't think. Guys are still, like, everyone's still good. There's still a lot of competition in the nets, a lot of learnings at trainings and everything. Even during the games, picking up small things, so I think we're in a really good space at the moment. Aside from games, theres an internal competition on who can bowl faster, which keeps Maphaka interested. Definitely sometimes there is a bit of competition. To be honest, I think anyone can win on the day really. Most guys can turn it up to 150 if they want to. It really just depends on the day, who's firing and anyone can win on the day. When Maphaka first appeared in international cricket at 18, he was raw and largely untested, coming after being Player of the Tournament in 2024 U19 Mens Cricket World Cup. Nearly two years on, he says the changes in him run deeper than just being in the cricketing world. I mean, coming in as an 18-year-old and being almost 20 now is a very different person in terms of my growth as an individual, going through puberty as well. I think it's more mental growth and obviously a little bit of physical stuff as well. But it's been really good so far. South Africa head into their semi-final as the tournament's only unbeaten side, a status that has generated significant attention but which Maphaka appeared relaxed about. I mean, coming in as an 18-year-old and being almost 20 now is a very different person in terms of my growth as an individual, going through puberty as well. I think it's more mental growth and obviously a little bit of physical stuff as well. But it's been really good so far. Also Read: Live Cricket Score We're going to try to win that game and hopefully we can win the tournament. I don't really think it does. We're just going to keep doing the things that we're doing, keep our feet on the ground and keep pushing forward. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: South Africa Going To Prepare For Semi-final In Exactly The Same Way, Says Conrad

T20 World Cup: South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad said his side would prepare for Wednesday's Mens T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand in Kolkata in exactly the same way as they have approached every match this tournament. The Proteas maintained their unbeaten run in the competition with a five-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in their last Super Eights game at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. The prospect of going all the way looms large for South Africa, though Conrad was careful to deflect any discussion of the country's long wait for a major ICC title, while citing tongue-in-cheek comments referencing to the cupcake advertisement which fell flat when they beat India by 76 runs in Ahmedabad, which he referred to as their home ground. There's always pressure. I think it's what you do with that pressure and how you shift the pressure. As for the C word, I think there's another one for it - cupcakes. I thought we kind of enjoyed that. But no, there's always pressure, and it's really about embracing that pressure and we don't do things any differently. We're going to prepare exactly the same way for New Zealand. Whether we start as favourites, probably because we're the only unbeaten side in the competition. But I don't know if that adds to the pressure. I think the semi-final is pressure enough. Playing a top side New Zealand is pressure enough. So there's no added pressure and I'm glad that we're favourites because I always felt that as a South African team, you want to be able to play as a favourite because it's easy being an underdog. The expectation isn't great or that much and now we've assumed the tag which we don't really talk much about. But if we can continue doing what we're doing, then you need a little bit of luck along the way as well. Hopefully that will give us the result on Wednesday and then on to our home ground in Ahmedabad, said Conrad in the post-match press conference. South Africas great run comes at a time when theres uncertainty over them having their travel plans in uncertainty due to the shutdown of Middle East airspace due to Irans strikes. Though it depends on their progress in the tournament, Conrad insisted it had not disrupted his group's preparations or cohesion. Look, obviously it comes up in every conversation, so you can't wish it away because it's there. We're just going to try and still nail our yorker, hit the bad ball for six in and amidst all of that so whilst it's conversations, we've managed to just move that aside. Obviously our manager, together with the ICC, we firmly believe that all the right decisions will get made. So, all our focus is on Kolkata and playing New Zealand on Wednesday, he said. Asked if there were areas where the Proteas werent challenged much, Conrad felt there werent anything as much, though he admitted that his fielding unit had occasionally fallen short of the standards they had set for themselves. I thought the Afghanistan game was massive in many respects because it could so easily have not gone our way and the pressure is really up on us against New Zealand. In some sort of way, it really pulled the group together. With regards to the question, I don't know, we just go about our business normally. We play some really good cricket, so you can't go looking for things that aren't there. I still feel that in the field maybe we can create a bit more opportunities. Our catching has let us down a little bit, but I don't want to be ultra critical now. We're playing some really good cricket and as has been the last couple of weeks we'll double down on what we've done in the last couple of weeks and do that again over the next couple of days. So again fly out tomorrow, rest up well and then see how the guys pull up who needs what in their games and then we crack on, he said. Much of South Africa's success has been built on pace, with Lungi Ngidi emerging as the attack's most potent weapon. The success is surprising considering South Africa dont have a specialist wrist-spinner, but Conrad felt backing their strength areas has been a great catalyst in their success. I think our bowling attack was fashioned in such a way that we've got wicket-taking options and that's something that we've driven, especially with guys like KG and Marco especially, their impact in the match will be through taking wickets. Then we might not have left the shores of South Africa with a mystery spinner, but I think we've got a mystery seamer in Lungi Ngidi who almost fills that role for us in the middle and in the power play as well. So we're constantly looking to make an impact with the ball, whether that be taking wickets or managing a run rate. Then Boshie has done exceptionally well, bowling at the death, nailing his yorkers, but we've stayed nice and aggressive. They're all Test match bowlers so bowling a test match length doesn't come difficult to them so and I think that's still a really tough length to hit consistently. You might hit it once or twice, but you've got to be really on top of your game to hit that continually and continuously. There's always things to work on, but we're really happy with the way things have gone. A couple of guys rested up today and will go fresh on Wednesday, he said. South Africa's decision to travel without a wrist spinner raised questions, but Conrad made clear it was a deliberate strategic choice rooted in the resources available to him. I mean we don't even have a wrist spinner in our side. Some might argue that we should be bowling that, etc, etc, but I think you can only pretty much cut your coat according to your cloth size and we don't have wrist spinners or mystery spinners. So something South African cricket has always had is fast bowlers. When I say fast bowlers, we're talking about guys that can bowl 145 plus. That's something that we've thrown our weight behind is that we don't have the wrist spin, we don't have the mystery spin. But we thought what's going to be important in India, if you can nail a yorker, some change-ups and maybe on wickets that might be a little bit iffy, some good pace can do the trick. It's kind of worked out for us, so we've thrown our weight behind what we know we've got, which are really good-paced bowlers, and we've obviously added some subtleties to their armoury, he said. So something South African cricket has always had is fast bowlers. When I say fast bowlers, we're talking about guys that can bowl 145 plus. That's something that we've thrown our weight behind is that we don't have the wrist spin, we don't have the mystery spin. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But he'll be good to go. KG, same. The last game here, Lungi didn't play, which KG played, so it's really just and Kesh again. Hopefully, they run really well after the rest and we certainly hope that's the case on Wednesday. Article Source: IANS

T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies post 195/4 in do-or-die matach against India

Kolkata: West Indies executed a clear attacking blueprint in their virtual quarterfinal against India as they rode on Roston Chases foundation before unleashing a late assault to post an imposing 195/4 in their T20 World Cup Super Eight clash here on Sunday. Chase, making full use of two reprieves, struck a fluent 40 off 25 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

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T20 WC: Zimbabwe Coach Sammons Says Teams Travel Plans Uncertain Amid Middle East Situation

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe head coach Justin Sammons said the teams travel plans remain uncertain after their 2026 Mens T20 World Cup campaign came to an end with a five-wicket loss to South Africa in their last Super Eights clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Amid the situation in the Middle East cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain and Kuwait, who have been witnessing strikes from the Iranian forces and airport operations being fully suspended, Zimbabwes players and coaches were originally scheduled to return home in three batches. One of the squad members, Graeme Cremer, lives in Dubai with his wife Merna, whos a pilot with the Emirates and their two children. It is understood that veteran leg-spinner Cremer has been quite distressed by the strikes happening in Dubai. Speaking to reporters in the mixed zone interaction after the match ended, Sammons acknowledged the uncertainty over their plans to go back home, but insisted the players had maintained their focus on the game. I would hope not. You still believe that the focus is on the game. But at the end of the day, I'm sure it's in the back of everyone's minds. Like you're going home, but how are you going home when you're going home? So it's still there, the conversations are happening in little groups, you can see that. But I still believe they had a full focus on the game when they stepped over that rope, he said. Asked if there was any clarity now on the plans to travel back home, Sammons said, No, not that I've heard of. When we started the game, there wasn't anything and obviously now it's just been focused on the game, so I've not heard anything since. An ICC official told IANS that the match officials who will not be needed for the semi-final stages of the showpiece event could use Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, as the layover destination instead of Dubai for catching their flights to their respective hometowns. But in terms of teams like Zimbabwe and how their travel schedule back home could be, clarity is yet to come. The ICC travel and logistics teams are still discussing with various stakeholders over the safe routes for their travel back home, said the official. Its not just Zimbabwe who have been affected Dr Mpho Rabada, the father of South Africas fast bowling spearhead Kagiso, was supposed to come to India for the Proteas semi-final against New Zealand in Kolkata. But in terms of teams like Zimbabwe and how their travel schedule back home could be, clarity is yet to come. The ICC travel and logistics teams are still discussing with various stakeholders over the safe routes for their travel back home, said the official. Also Read: Live Cricket Score #Iran #Israel #ICCT20WorldCup2026 My trip suspended due to the Middle East war. #PEACE&DIPLOMACY needed. UN, where are you????. In the meantime, I will support SA from the couch & pray for peace, he wrote. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: South Africa March Into Semi-finals As Lone Unbeaten Team Despite Razas All-round Show (Ld)

T20 World Cup: South Africa carried their unbeaten record into the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup semi-finals after overcoming an inspired all-round performance from Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza to win by five wickets in their Super Eights clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. Raza struck a superb 73 off 43 balls to take Zimbabwe to 153/7 before returning with figures of 3-29, including striking twice in power-play, to leave South Africa in early trouble at 43/3. Dewald Brevis steadied the chase with a blistering 42 from 18 deliveries, hitting four sixes and two fours to swing momentum back towards the Proteas. David Miller added a quick 22 before Blessing Muzarabani and Raza took a scalp each wicket to keep Zimbabwe in contention. South Africas lower order ensured there was no late drama. George Linde finished unbeaten on 30 alongside Tristan Stubbs on 21 as the Proteas sealed victory with 13 balls to spare. The result means South Africa advance to the semi-finals in Kolkata against New Zealand as the only side yet to lose in the tournament. In the afternoon, on a pitch with some smattering of grass, Raza entertained 17,500 fans by dominating the innings with some sublime timing and placement of his shots. He struck 12 of Zimbabwes 13 boundaries during his stay at the crease from overs 5-17. Apart from his knock, only wicketkeeper Clive Madande offered some resistance with an unbeaten 26 off 20 balls. It was because South Africas bowlers kept the rest of the line-up in check, with teenaged left-arm quick Kwena Maphaka impressing and finding some movement via 2-21 while Corbin Bosch chipped in with 2-40. Electing to bat first, Tadiwanashe Marumani left everyone amused by attempting a one-handed reverse sweep. Though he didn't connect with the ball after clipping George Linde on the first ball, Marumani didnt last long as he lost his leg-stump while trying to hoick Kwena Maphaka across the line. The in-form Brian Bennett enthralled everyone with sublime timing on his lofted whip and pull off Linde and Lungi Ngidi respectively. But Anrich Nortje took him out with a 145.8 kph delivery which Bennett could only loft to mid-off. With Dion Myers put on a stern test by Maphaka, Raza immediately got going by with a streaky edge on a drive going past backward point for four off Corbin Bosch. It was followed by Raza pulling and driving Bosch for six and four, as Zimbabwe closed the powerplay at 45/2. When Nortje returned in the eighth over, Raza was quick to drive and flat-bat him for a four and six, before slog-sweeping and sweeping Aiden Markram for the same result. But he was steadily losing support from the other end Myers top-edged a pull to mid-wicket off Linde, while Ngidis slower ball trapped Ryan Burl lbw and Bosch castled Tony Munyounga with a scrambled seam delivery uprooting the leg-stump. Raza, though, marched forward to tickle Maphaka for four, before bringing up his fifty in 29 balls by getting a single through square leg. Razas assault continued when he crisply drove a slower ball from Nortje through the extra cover fence for four, before hammering another drive off Ngidi for four and making room to send a low full toss from Bosch through the same region for another boundary. The crowd again were sent into a frenzy when Raza nailed a pull on a short ball from Maphaka over mid-wicket for six, while Clive Madande opened his account by sweeping Bosch for four. But Razas superb knock ended when he was taken by surprise from a cutter by Maphaka and the leading edge was caught by cover. From there, a score of 150-plus for Zimbabwe looked in danger. But Madande driving Nortje for four and Brad Evans nailing a lofted six off a slower ball from Ngidi ensured they got above 150 despite a yorker from Bosch castling the latter. South Africas chase began with a huge jolt when Quinton de Kock was undone by a slower ball from Raza which found grip, and had him chopping into the gloves of Tadiwanashe Marumani. Raza struck again in his second over when his carrom ball kept low and sneaked through Aiden Markrams bat to castle him for just four. Ryan Rickelton, though, launched a counter-attack by thumping Raza down the ground for six, before taking a blow to the helmet from Brad Evans. Rickelton then managed to clear the boundary ropes thrice for maximums, before going too early into the shot off Evans and Ryan Burl took a superb acrobatic catch at deep midwicket. Brevis, who began with a backfoot punch off Raza for four, lit up the stadium with his two trademark no-look sixes off Graeme Cremer and driving amazingly on the up off Blessing Muzarabani for four. Miller joined the fun with back-to-back sixes and a four off Wellington Masakadza, before he and Brevis took a four and six off Muzarabani to bring up the fifty of the partnership in quick time. Zimbabwe, though, kept clawing back - Muzarabani removed Miller, who steered straight to short third man. Raza, in his final over, produced another breakthrough by deceiving Brevis into miscuing a round-arm delivery high to long-on, where Burl completed a sharp catch, as the Castle Corner fans, seated in the east corner of the Gautam Gambhir stand, cheered voraciously with joy. Brevis, who began with a backfoot punch off Raza for four, lit up the stadium with his two trademark no-look sixes off Graeme Cremer and driving amazingly on the up off Blessing Muzarabani for four. Miller joined the fun with back-to-back sixes and a four off Wellington Masakadza, before he and Brevis took a four and six off Muzarabani to bring up the fifty of the partnership in quick time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Zimbabwe 153/7 in 20 overs (Sikandar Raza 73, Clive Madande 26 not out; Kwena Maphaka 2-21, Corbin Bosch 2-40) lost to South Africa 154/5 in 17.5 overs (Dewald Brevis 42, Ryan Rickelton 31; Sikandar Raza 3-29, Brad Evans 1-22) by five wickets Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: All Stats From South Africas Win Over Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup Super Eights: Dewald Brevis top-scored with 42 as South Africa overcame a stunning spell from Sikandar Raza to beat Zimbabwe by five wickets in their 2026 Mens T20 World Cup Super Eights clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 154, South Africa were rocked early by Raza, who removed Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram inside the first three overs. Ryan Rickelton briefly countered with three sixes before falling to leave the Proteas in trouble at 43/3. Brevis then took charge, smashing two fours and four sixes in his 18-ball 42 to tilt the chase back in South Africas favour. David Miller joined in with a flurry of boundaries, but Zimbabwe kept striking back, as Blessing Muzarabani and Raza removed the duo to keep the contest alive. Raza finished with figures of 3-29, adding to his superb 73 with the bat, but South Africas batting depth proved decisive. George Linde (30 not out) and Tristan Stubbs (21 not out) took the Proteas home with 13 balls to spare. The result means South Africa head into their semi-final against New Zealand in Kolkata as the only unbeaten side in the tournament. Numbers game between South Africa vs Zimbabwe match: 73: Was the score of Sikandar Raza vs South Africa, which is the highest individual score made by any Zimbabwean captain in the T20 WC. Sikandar bettered the record of Brendan Taylor, who scored 59 v Ireland in Sylhet in 2014. Overall, it was his second-best score in a T20 WC. Behind 82 v Ireland in Hobart 2022. 17: The number of half-centuries scored by Sikandar Raza (73) in 133 matches. It was his 2nd v South Africa in 4 matches. 10: Quinton de Kock failed to open his account. It was his 10th duck in 109 T20I matches. His first vs Zimbabwe in four matches. 8: The number of victories achieved by South Africa v Zimbabwe in T20Is in 9 encounters. One match produced no result due to bad weather. 10: Quinton de Kock failed to open his account. It was his 10th duck in 109 T20I matches. His first vs Zimbabwe in four matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 15: The number of victories achieved by South Africa under the leadership of Aiden Markram in 16 matches in the T20 WC. After MS Dhoni of India (21 victories in 33 matches) is the second most successful captain in the T20WC. Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: Brevis Hits 42 As South Africa Continue Unbeaten Run With Five-wicket Win Over Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup Super Eights: Dewald Brevis top-scored with 42 as South Africa overcame a stunning spell from Sikandar Raza to beat Zimbabwe by five wickets in their 2026 Mens T20 World Cup Super Eights clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 154, South Africa were rocked early by Raza, who removed Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram inside the first three overs. Ryan Rickelton briefly countered with three sixes before falling to leave the Proteas in trouble at 43/3. Brevis then took charge, smashing two fours and four sixes in his 18-ball 42 to tilt the chase back in South Africas favour. David Miller joined in with a flurry of boundaries, but Zimbabwe kept striking back, as Blessing Muzarabani and Raza removed the duo to keep the contest alive. Raza finished with figures of 3-29, adding to his superb 73 with the bat, but South Africas batting depth proved decisive. George Linde (30 not out) and Tristan Stubbs (21 not out) took the Proteas home with 13 balls to spare. The result means South Africa head into their semi-final against New Zealand in Kolkata as the only unbeaten side in the tournament. South Africas chase began with a huge jolt when Quinton de Kock was undone by a slower ball from Raza which found grip, and had him chopping into the gloves of Tadiwanashe Marumani. Raza struck again in his second over when his carrom ball kept low and sneaked through Aiden Markrams bat to castle him for just four. Ryan Rickelton, though, launched a counter-attack by thumping Raza down the ground for six, before taking a blow to the helmet from Brad Evans. Rickelton then managed to clear the boundary ropes thrice for maximums, before going too early into the shot off Evans and Ryan Burl took a superb acrobatic catch at deep midwicket. Brevis, who began with a backfoot punch off Raza for four, lit up the stadium with his two trademark no-look sixes off Graeme Cremer and driving amazingly on the up off Blessing Muzarabani for four. Miller joined the fun with back-to-back sixes and a four off Wellington Masakadza, before he and Brevis took a four and six off Muzarabani to bring up the fifty of the partnership in quick time. Zimbabwe, though, kept clawing back - Muzarabani removed Miller, who steered straight to short third man. Raza, in his final over, produced another breakthrough by deceiving Brevis into miscuing a round-arm delivery high to long-on, where Burl completed a sharp catch, as the Castle Corner fans, seated in the east corner of the Gautam Gambhir stand, cheered voraciously with joy. Brevis, who began with a backfoot punch off Raza for four, lit up the stadium with his two trademark no-look sixes off Graeme Cremer and driving amazingly on the up off Blessing Muzarabani for four. Miller joined the fun with back-to-back sixes and a four off Wellington Masakadza, before he and Brevis took a four and six off Muzarabani to bring up the fifty of the partnership in quick time. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Zimbabwe 153/7 in 20 overs (Sikandar Raza 73, Clive Madande 26 not out; Kwena Maphaka 2-21, Corbin Bosch 2-40) lost to South Africa 154/5 in 17.5 overs (Dewald Brevis 42, Ryan Rickelton 31; Sikandar Raza 3-29, Brad Evans 1-22) by five wickets Article Source: IANS

T20 WC: Fans Back India As Hosts Hold Edge Over West Indies Ahead Of High-stakes Clash

West Indies ICC T20 World: Hosts India will carry a historical advantage and strong home support when they face West Indies in a crucial ICC T20 World Cup match in Kolkata tonight, with a semifinal spot on the line for the winner. According to statistics compiled by IANS, India have dominated the head-to-head record between the two sides in T20 Internationals. Out of 30 matches played so far, India have won 19 while West Indies have registered 10 victories, with one match ending in no result. Both teams, however, head into the contest in impressive recent form. India have won four of their last five matches (W, W, W, L, W), showing consistency with both bat and ball. West Indies have also looked strong, winning four of their previous five games (W, W, W, W, L), underlining their reputation as one of the most dangerous sides in the shortest format. The high-stakes encounter has generated huge excitement among cricket fans in Kolkata, with the Eden Gardens crowd expected to turn out in large numbers to support the home side. We are confident India will win tonight. Playing at home with the crowd behind them makes a big difference, said a fan waiting outside the stadium. Another supporter said the teams recent form gives fans plenty of hope. India have been playing good cricket in the last few matches. If the top order fires, I think we can reach the semifinals. Meanwhile, some fans are expecting a tough fight from the Caribbean side. West Indies are always dangerous in T20 cricket, but I believe India have the edge tonight, said a college student. When and where to watch Meanwhile, some fans are expecting a tough fight from the Caribbean side. West Indies are always dangerous in T20 cricket, but I believe India have the edge tonight, said a college student. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The game will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network and streamed on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. Article Source: IANS

T20 World Cup Live: Ignored Pak Star To 'Quit' If India Lose To West Indies. Here's Why

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'Pushe The Ball A Little Fuller, Attack The Stumps: Sanjay Bangar's Advice To Varun Ahead Of WI Clash

Sanjay Bangar: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar has advised mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy to bowl fuller lengths and target the stumps as India gear up to face West Indies in a virtual quarterfinal at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. Analysing Varuns performances in the Super 8s, Bangar felt the spinner was slightly off his optimal length, particularly in matches where opposition batters were able to line him up. Against Zimbabwe, a majority of his deliveries were back of a length, and many of the boundaries came from that area. If he pushes the ball a little fuller and attacks the stumps, thats where Varun is most dangerous. That has been one of Varun Chakaravarthys strengths; if the batsman misses, he is either trapped leg before wicket or bowled, Bangar told Jio Hotstar. Bangar also highlighted the importance of Varuns variations against West Indies power-hitters like Shimron Hetmyer, who is looking in great touch in the ongoing tournament. Hetmyer tends to target long-on and the mid-wicket region, with a large share of his runs coming there. So, bowling the googly from off-stump to the fourth-stump line, slightly wider outside off, can be very effective. If he goes across, there is always a wicket-taking opportunity for Varun, he added. Varun getting back in form will be crucial when India face the two-time champions. The number 1 T20I bowler gave away 35 runs against Zimbabwe in the last match and was able to take only one wicket. Against the Proteas, Varun leaked 47 runs and took only one wicket. Bangar shed light on what Abhishek Sharma did better against Zimbabwe after a poor start to the tournament: Varun getting back in form will be crucial when India face the two-time champions. The number 1 T20I bowler gave away 35 runs against Zimbabwe in the last match and was able to take only one wicket. Against the Proteas, Varun leaked 47 runs and took only one wicket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score One of his strongest suits is hitting through the off-side because not many players, when they are looking to hit sixes, favour that side. So, if you can take pace off the ball, he can get into trouble. But if you dont take pace off and bowl in that fourth-stump corridor, he will score freely over covers or mid-off, where he is scoring most of his runs. Article Source: IANS

A Look At India's Impressive Record At Eden Gardens In T20Is Ahead Of Crucial Super 8 Clash With Windies

T20 World Cup: As three semi-finalists have been confirmed at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, the last position will go down to the final day of Super Eights action between defending champions India and the West Indies on Sunday evening as the race to be crowned champions continues. India's confidence-building victory over Zimbabwe on Thursday leaves the Asian side with a simple equation heading into their final Super Eights fixture with the West Indies. A victory over the West Indies will see India qualify for the semi-finals, while a loss will see them miss out. If India do qualify then it is likely they will finish the Super Eights behind South Africa in second place in Group 1 and will meet the top-ranked team (England) from Group 2 in the semifinal. India will take on the Windies at their happy hunting ground, Eden Gardens in Kolkata. However, the West Indies too have some good memories of the venue, having won their second T20 World Cup title after beating England in the final at the Eden Gardens in 2016. But India have a superior record at the venue in the shorter format of the game and have been undefeated in Kolkata since 2016. Moreover, India have never lost a game against the West Indies at the iconic venue. Men in Blue have played eight T20I matches at the venue since 2011 and have lost just one game. Indias only loss at the Eden Gardens in a T20I came against England in October 2011. India have since managed seven wins in a row in seven T20I matches in a row at the venue. India and the West Indies have played four T20I matches at the Eden Gardens, with the hosts claiming victories in all four. Indias last victory against the West Indies at the venue came in February 2022. Overall, India and the West Indies have played in 30 T20I matches, with India having an upper hand against the Windies with 19 wins and the West Indies emerging victorious on 10 occasions. One of the matches between the two sides ended in a no result. Squads: Overall, India and the West Indies have played in 30 T20I matches, with India having an upper hand against the Windies with 19 wins and the West Indies emerging victorious on 10 occasions. One of the matches between the two sides ended in a no result. Also Read: Live Cricket Score West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Quentin Sampson, Jayden Seales, Roston Chase, Johnson Charles Article Source: IANS

Bengal SIR: Maximum under adjudication cases in Bangladesh-bordering districts

Kolkata: As the final voters list in West Bengal, prepared under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, was published on Saturday, official statistics showed that the maximum number of under adjudication cases are concentrated in three Bangladesh-bordering districts Murshidabad, Malda and North 24 Parganas. Of these, Murshidabad and Malda are minority-dominated districts. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Doeschate hints at new role for Varun at Eden

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Kolkata, Feb 28: With a semifinal berth on the line at Eden Gardens, Indias think tank is recalibrating its approach to mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy ahead of the crucial T20 World Cup clash against the West Indies. Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate revealed that the team has alternative strategies in []

T20 World Cup: India vs West Indies A Chapter Will Be Closed in Kolkata Today

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Kolkata Metro Railway will operate special services on the Blue Line late on March 1. These trains will run from Esplanade to Dakshineswar and Esplanade to Sahid Khudiram. The special services aim to assist spectators attending the India-West Indies T-20 match at Eden Gardens. Both trains will depart from Esplanade at 11:15 pm.

Over 47,000 names deleted in Mamata Banerjee's Bhabanipur seat after SIR

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What is Shah Rukh Khans secret to his IPL team KKRs success? Karan Johar breaks it down

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EC starts publishing post-SIR electoral rolls in Bengal in phases

KOLKATA, Feb 27: The Election Commission (EC) on Saturday started publishing the post-SIR electoral rolls in West Bengal in phases, as officials put up hard copies of the list in some districts such as Bankura. Till reports last received, the list was yet to be made available online on the designated EC portals and mobile app. No clarity was yet received on the total number of deletions from the draft rolls, but EC sources said that names of over 1.35 [] The post EC starts publishing post-SIR electoral rolls in Bengal in phases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

EC begins phased release of Post-SIR rolls in West Bengal

Kolkata: The Election Commission (EC) on Saturday, February 28, started publishing the post-SIR electoral rolls in West Bengal in phases, as officials put up hard copies of the list in some districts such as Bankura. Till reports last received, the list was yet to be made available online on the designated EC portals and mobile Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

India vs Windies: Key Head-to-Head Stats Before Super 8 Clash

With semifinal hopes on the line, Suryakumar Yadavs India face Shai Hope-led West Indies in a must-win ICC Mens T20 World Cup clash in Kolkata.

India vs West Indies: A Look at the Head-to-Head Numbers Ahead of Crucial Super 8 Match

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Tachikawas late stunner helps Jamshedpur upset East Bengal

Kolkata, Feb 27: Substitute Rei Tachikawa scored a late stunner to help Jamshedpur FC secure a comeback victory in their first away match of the season, beating East Bengal FC 2-1 in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday. In what turned out to be one []

What If Kolkata Sees No Play? Rain Could Knock India Out

ICC Mens T20 World Cup Kolkata, Feb 27: The equation is straightforward: win and advance, lose and exit. Yet there remains a third possibility no result at all. As the Super 8 stage of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup intensifies, Indias fate hinges on their final Group 1 clash against the West Indies []

From Colonial Park to Cricket Cathedral: How Eden Gardens Got Its Name

Kolkata, Feb 27: In a city rooted deeply in Bengali culture, the name Eden Gardens often raises a simple question how did one of Indias most famous cricket venues end up with such an English name? The answer lies in colonial history. The area that now houses Eden Gardens was originally a landscaped park []

Bengal braces for post-SIR rolls on Saturday

Kolkata: When West Bengals post-SIR electoral rolls are published on Saturday, February 28, it will not only update a list of over seven crore voters, but also reflect months of political confrontation, courtroom battles, street protests and a climate of anxiety that have reshaped the narrative ahead of the high-stakes Assembly polls. The February 28 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Watch: 5.5 magnitude Bangladesh earthquake felt in Kolkata and adjoining West Bengal districts

China Eastern Airlines to expand India operations, plans Mumbai-Shanghai service from May

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Kolkata earthquake today: Massive tremors were felt in West Bengal's capital Kolkata today and residents were seen rushing out of their offices and buildings. However, amid this, netizens were debating whether Bangladesh is secretly testing nuclear power with another one asking what is wrong with our neighbouring country. As the news of the Kolkata earthquake continues to circulate on social media, the internet remains flooded with reactions, memes, and on-ground visuals.

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Earthquake hits Bangladesh, tremors felt in Kolkata, adjacent Bengal districts

Kolkata: Tremors were felt in Kolkata and adjacent districts of West Bengal on Friday afternoon, after an earthquake of 5.5 magnitude on the Richter Scale jolted parts of Bangladesh, officials said. The quake was felt at around 1.22 pm, an India Meteorological Department (IMD) official said. It was recorded at a depth of 10 km Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Magnitude 5.4 earthquake strikes Bangladesh; tremors felt in Kolkata, adjacent W.B. districts

The quake was at a depth of 35 km (21.75 miles), EMSC said

Earthquake In Kolkata Sparks Meme Fest Online, Netizens React With Humour

An earthquake in Bangladesh caused tremors in Kolkata, sparking a wave of funny memes and humorous reactions online as netizens coped with the unexpected event.

Strong Earthquake Tremors Felt In Kolkata, Offices Evacuated

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Kolkata Metro launches Indias first battery backup system on Blue Line

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