T20 WC: Sher Malla Becomes Second Nepal Bowler To Take First-ball Wicket On T20 Debut
ICC T20 World Cup: Young pacer Sher Malla etched his name into cricketing history by becoming only the second Nepal bowler to claim a wicket off the very first delivery of his T20 career during Nepals ICC T20 World Cup 2026 clash against England at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Malla achieved the feat after extracting an edge out of England opener Phil Salt, who was returning to the side after injury, in the first ball of the second over. Malla joined former Nepal captain Paras Khadka in an exclusive club, with Khadka being the first to achieve the feat when he dismissed Irfan Ahmed off the opening ball of his T20 career against Hong Kong in 2014. After giving a blow to England on his first ball, Malla was expensive throughout the match, as he gave out 35 runs in just three overs; he bowled with a wicket to his name. Speaking of the match, England recovered after a shaky start with the help of a composed partnership between T20 World Cup debutant Jacob Bethell and captain Harry Brook. The duo added 71 runs for the third wicket. Bethell went on to score 55, while Brook added 53. They were supported by the player of the match, Will Jacks, who provided a strong finish with a 39-run knock off just 18 balls, ensuring England reached a challenging score of 184/7 in 20 overs. Speaking of the match, England recovered after a shaky start with the help of a composed partnership between T20 World Cup debutant Jacob Bethell and captain Harry Brook. The duo added 71 runs for the third wicket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Nepal will play their next T20 World Cup group stage match against Italy at the same ground on February 12. Article Source: IANS
T20 WC: Bethell Becomes Second England Batter To Hit A Fifty On World Cup Debut
T20 World Cup: England's young star Jacob Bethell has etched his name in the history books, becoming only the second player from the country to score a half-century on his T20 World Cup debut as the two-time champions narrowly defeated Nepal in their opening match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Bethells fluent 55 off 35 balls, which placed him alongside former England great Kevin Pietersen, who was the first England batter to achieve the feat when he scored 79 against Zimbabwe in Cape Town during the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. Bethell came at a crucial time during England's innings, as the team had lost its opener Phil Salt on the seventh ball of the innings. Former captain Jos Buttler, who completed a thousand runs in the T20 World Cup history, joining Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Mahela Jayawardene, and David Warner in the special club, tried to steady the innings with a brisk 22 of 14 balls, but was eventually sent to the pavilion by Nandan Yadav in the fifth over. England were dealt another blow after the end of the powerplay as Tom Banton (2), who struggled from the start, was dismissed by Nepal's experienced bowler Sandeep Lamichhane in the sixth over. As the pressure was mounting, Bethell, playing his first T20 World Cup match, stood tall and forged a 71-run partnership with the skipper Harry Brook, who was looking in great touch. Bethell was punishing the bad balls while also rotating the strike, putting pressure on the opposition, who missed a few run-out chances. The right-handed batter completed his half-century in just 28 balls. This is his third half-century in the 24 matches he played for the country. Bethell eventually got caught in the 14th over at long on, chasing an offside-pitched ball of Dipendra Singh. Bethell scored 55 runs in just 35 balls. He hammered four sixes and four boundaries during his innings. The England skipper Brook was full of praise for top-order batter Bethell, who played a key role in England posting a competitive total, as well as all-rounder Will Jacks for his late assault. Bethell eventually got caught in the 14th over at long on, chasing an offside-pitched ball of Dipendra Singh. Bethell scored 55 runs in just 35 balls. He hammered four sixes and four boundaries during his innings. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England will next take on the West Indies at the same ground in their next World Cup encounter on February 11. Article Source: IANS
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T20 World Cup: England all-rounder Will Jacks heaped praise on Nepals fighting performance after being named Player of the Match in Englands narrow four-run win in their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 opener at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Jacks played a crucial role in Englands victory, providing the late push with the bat as England posted 184/7 before surviving a tense chase from Nepal, who finished just short on 180/6. Jacks scored 39 runs in just 18 balls and also hammered four sixes and one four. He was also clinical with the ball, as he gave away just 17 runs in two overs and picked up the crucial wicket of Kushal Bhurtal, who was looking in great touch. I think full credit to Nepal. They were absolutely brilliant. We saw that this was tricky when we batted, but they played against us really very well, and they really took us close there. They played brilliantly, Jacks said after the match. Reflecting on his own batting performance, Jacks admitted that keeping things simple helped him spend valuable time in the middle. It's nice to spend some time in the middle. I've been a bit short over the last month or so, and by keeping it simple, the guys in the middle have described to me what it's like out there, so just let the ball come; it's nice and easy to do it, he said. Asked about Nepals tactics in the final over, particularly the decision to bowl pace, Jacks acknowledged the fine margins involved in high-pressure moments. It's nice to spend some time in the middle. I've been a bit short over the last month or so, and by keeping it simple, the guys in the middle have described to me what it's like out there, so just let the ball come; it's nice and easy to do it, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England will next take on the West Indies at the same ground in their next World Cup encounter on February 11. Article Source: IANS
'Unbeilevable' Sam Curran closes out win as death-bowling proves difference
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T20 WC: We Gave Everything, Says Nepal Captain Paudel After Narrow Loss To England
ICC T20 World Cup: Nepal captain Rohit Paudel expressed pride in his teams fearless approach and fighting spirit despite a heartbreaking four-run defeat to two-time champion England in their opening match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Chasing 185, Nepal came very close to scripting history before being restricted to 180/6, with Paudel leading from the front in an 82-run partnership with Dipendra Singh Airee that put the two-time world champions under immense pressure. Disappointment is there, but at the same time, I am very proud of the team. The way the boys showed their effort against England. That takes a lot of appreciation. I think when we stepped out today on the ground, the only message to the group was, Whatever we have, we'll give 110% on the ground, he said after the match. And I think boys have given all that they had. And that's what makes them different. And I'm very proud of them, Paudel added. The Nepal skipper emphasised that his side arrived at the World Cup with clear intent and belief that they can beat anyone. We had that belief when we came to this World Cup. We didn't come here to just participate. We wanted to compete. And we had that belief in the group that we can beat any of the sides if we play our best brand of cricket. And I thought today we played our best brand of cricket, he said. Paudel acknowledged that while the result did not go Nepals way, the overall performance reflected the teams growth on the global stage. I think today, overall, if you see the result-wise, it didn't go our way. But efforts-wise, I would give 100% for fielding, bowling, and batting, he said. Paudel feels that there is room for improvement in the way the team handles pressure, as they were unable to score ten runs in the last over. Yes, I think in that area, we can improve. I thought England was also struggling with the death overs bowling. But last over, Sam Curran bowled really well. So I thought it's hard for bowlers in death overs to bowl, especially in the death overs, to execute those Yorkers, those slow bouncers. So I thought we missed on that part, but at the same time, I think we'll improve from there, he said. Nepal will play its next match against Italy at the same ground on February 12. The skipper said that the team is looking forward to the next match and will not take any team lightly. Yeah, absolutely. I think we will not take any of the teams lightly. And I think all other teams in this tournament will not take any of the associate teams or any teams lightly. So that's the message. But we as a team need to be at 100%, he said. Nepal will play its next match against Italy at the same ground on February 12. The skipper said that the team is looking forward to the next match and will not take any team lightly. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Nepal is playing its second T20 World Cup after finishing at the top in the Asian Qualifiers. Article Source: IANS
T20 World Cup: England survive massive scare against Nepal
Mumbai: Two-time champions England survived a massive scare against a doughty Nepal in their Group C clash of the T20 World Cup, clinching a narrow four-run win in a tense finish to their tournament opener here on Sunday. Nepal came within touching distance of creating history as they nearly upset one of the teams 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 .
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T20 WC: England Survive Nepal Scare, Seal 4-run Win In Campaign Opener
T20 World Cup: In a nail-biting contest that went down to the final ball, two-time World Champions England held their nerve to edge past Nepal by four runs, restricting them to 180/6 in 20 overs in their opening match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. Captain Rohit Paudel and Dipendra Singh built a strong partnership, followed by a late assault by Lokesh Ram, which helped Nepal come close to registering their first win in the T20 World Cup. However, Sam Curran bowled an excellent final over, defending 10 runs to guide England to victory in a thrilling encounter. Coming to chase a mammoth total, Nepal were off to a good start as the opening duo of Aasif Sheikh and Kushal Bhurtel scored at a ten-plus run rate against an experienced England bowling attack. England got their breakthrough in the fourth over when Aasif (9) went down against Luke Wood, trying to play a sweep. His opening partner, Kushal, who was looking in great touch from the start, followed suit as the 29-year-old was sent back to the pavilion by Will Jacks, who took a brilliant catch off his own bowling in the final over of the Power-play. After losing two early wickets, Nepal captain Rohit and Dipendra Singh forged a historic 82-run partnership against the two-time champions. The duo targeted Englands premier spinner Adil Rashid, who went wicketless for 42 runs in the match. They rotated the strike consistently, putting pressure on the former champions. England all-rounder Sam Curran finally broke the partnership in the 15th over when Dipendra failed to read the slower ball. He missed out on a well-deserved fifty by just six runs. Dipendra hammered six fours and one six during his 44-run knock, which came off just 29 balls. Harry Brooks team continued to build momentum as Liam Dawson dismissed skipper Paudel, who was feeling the pressure after Dipendras wicket. Paudel smashed 39 runs off 34 balls, which included two boundaries and two maximums. As England searched for a top-quality finish, Lokesh fought till the end and smashed an unbeaten 39 off just 20 balls. He struck four boundaries and two sixes during his innings. Liam Dawson was the highest wicket-taker for England, finishing with figures of 2-21, followed by Sam Curran, Luke Wood, Jofra Archer, and Will Jacks, who picked up one wicket each. Earlier, top-order batter Jacob Bethell and captain Harry Brook struck fifties, while a strong finish by Will Jacks helped England post 184/7 in their 20 overs. Coming in to bat first after winning the toss, England had a shaky start as opener Phil Salt, returning to the tournament after injury, was dismissed on the seventh ball of the innings for just one run. Former captain Jos Buttler tried to steady the innings with a brisk 22 off 14 balls but was eventually sent back by Nandan Yadav in the fifth over. After the poor start, Jacob Bethell, playing his first T20 World Cup match, forged a 71-run partnership with skipper Harry Brook, who was in great touch. Both batters punished the loose deliveries while rotating the strike effectively, putting pressure on the opposition, who also missed a few run-out opportunities. Bethell scored 55 runs off just 35 balls, hammering four sixes and four boundaries during his innings. Brook completed his fifty in 31 balls at the start of the 19th over but was caught by Sher Malla on the very next delivery. He scored 53 runs off 32 balls, hitting three sixes and four boundaries. All-rounder Will Jacks provided England with a strong finish, scoring 39 runs off just 18 balls as the team posted a commanding total against Nepal. Brook completed his fifty in 31 balls at the start of the 19th over but was caught by Sher Malla on the very next delivery. He scored 53 runs off 32 balls, hitting three sixes and four boundaries. Also Read: Live Cricket Score England 184/7 in 20 overs (Jacob Bethell 55, Harry Brook 53, Will Jacks 39; Dipendra Singh Airee 2-23, Nandan Yadav 2-25) beat Nepal (Dipendra Singh Airee 44, Rohit Paudel 39, Lokesh Ram 39 not out; Liam Dawson 2-21, Will Jacks 1-17) by 5 runs. Article Source: IANS
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Bengaluru-Mumbai premium train service to start soon: Vaishnaw
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T20 World Cup: India head coach Gautam Gambhir hailed Suryakumar Yadavs match-winning knock of an unbeaten 84 against the USA in T20 World Cup 2026 as a masterclass, calling it one of the finest T20I innings played under pressure after India secured a positive start to the series. Mumbai batter and skipper led from the front as he scored a majestic 84 not out, and with Mohammad Siraj bagging 3-29 to lead a superb effort by the bowlers, India defeated USA by 29 runs and started their campaign on a winning note. It was a good result to start with, and Surya that was a masterclass, outstanding. It was one of the best T20I innings played under pressure, Gambhir said to BCCI.tv Reflecting on Indias narrow escape after early jitters, the Indian captain said the victory was both a special moment and a valuable learning experience for the players and support staff. Its a very, very special feeling to win after a few scares and hiccups, but its also an eye-opener for the boys and the support staff. Ive played in similar situations before, so I knew that staying there for my side was crucial. With India struggling at 77/6, Surya and Axar Patel raised a vital 41 runs for the seventh wicket partnership. The Indian skipper then put on display his 360-degree stroke-making abilities and power-hitting as he hammered two sixes and two fours in the final over to help India reach 161/9 in 20 overs. Mohammad Siraj claimed three wickets for 29 runs, and with Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel bagging two wickets each, India strangled the USA innings and restricted them for 132/8 to win by 29 runs. The captain admitted that India struggled to adjust to challenging batting conditions, stressing the importance of honest assessment rather than overlooking shortcomings despite the win. I understand it was a difficult wicket to bat on, and we are not used to conditions like these. But at the same time, you cant brush everything under the carpet. We have to understand how we could have batted better. At the end of the day, you learn and move on. The captain admitted that India struggled to adjust to challenging batting conditions, stressing the importance of honest assessment rather than overlooking shortcomings despite the win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Its always special to play at the Wankhede, and I knew that when I walked out as captain of this team, it would be buzzing and the crowd didnt disappoint. Article Source: IANS
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Amusement ride mishaps: From Darjeeling ropeway to Surajkund mela collapse
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T20 WC: From Vadodara To Toronto Canadas Ansh Patel Cricketing Journey Comes Full Circle
ICC Cricket World Cup: On Monday, left-arm wrist-spinner Ansh Patel could walk out at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad a city 110 kilometres away from Vadodara, where he spent a good 12 years of his life playing and honing his cricketing skills. But instead of Indias blue shirt, Ansh will be wearing Canadas red jersey when they open their Group D campaign against a mighty South Africa. Anshs path of playing for Canada in the Mens T20 World Cup is anything but conventional. Born in Vadodara, raised in Toronto before coming back to the city of his birth, Ansh was nurtured in India's domestic system and was even a part of the Punjab Kings side in IPL 2022. But a regulatory shift holding an Indian passport being made mandatory for playing domestic cricket - sent Ansh back to Canada, where he now finds himself in their T20 World Cup squad. For me, life's changed a lot. Five years ago, I was in Baroda and playing for the state side in the T20 format. I also got picked for the Punjab Kings squad in IPL 2022. But unfortunately, a rule change from BCCI made me move back to Canada since I have a Canadian passport. I've had the support from my family, friends, and the board as well. As a new player in this country, I got welcomed very well, did the hard yards in the games, performed and eventually made my international debut after moving back to Canada in June 2024. Then my first series for Canada was in September 2024 against Oman and Nepal and that was a very proud moment for me and my family. I can speak on behalf of any sports person, it's always a special moment to play for your country, recalled Ansh in an exclusive conversation with IANS. Anshs interest in cricket began when as a six-year-old, he watched Shane Warnes leg-spin bowling tutorial videos in Toronto, where he came as a ten-month old baby. I just watched a YouTube video of Shane Warne bowling like its one of the most iconic videos of him teaching leg spin and I just fell in love with that. I'm like, 'Yeah, cricket is there and I love bowling' and that's how I started playing the game, he said. Soon, Ansh was enrolled in a cricket academy in Toronto at eight, but with the realization that the citys cricket infrastructure couldn't nurture elite-level talent, his father Pradip made an extraordinary sacrifice - abandoning a settled life in Canada to move the family to Vadodara in 2012 so that his son could pursue cricket at the highest level. I was 10 when my dad saw something in me and he basically quit his career for me and moved to India instantly. For me, I will say a very, very big thanks to him because it's not easy for any parent to just give up whatever you had in Canada. He was well settled, but he gave it up instantly and we moved to India because he wanted me to play for India, and that was his dream, he said. The family's gamble also found early validation from Aunshuman Gaekwad, the former India opener who spotted an eight-year-old Ansh's talent during a trial session in Ahmedabad in 2010 and advised him to move to Vadodara when he turned ten. My dad contacted him and he was in Ahmedabad at that time. He was like, 'My son is a very talented player.' We then went to Ahmedabad and he saw me bowling. Luckily that day, India ex-keeper Parthiv Patel was also there. I was bowling to him and got him out. When he was keeping, I was bowling and he got confused. Anshuman sir said, 'Your kid has some talent.' He just told me to wait until I was like 10 or 11 so I can join and play for Baroda because I was born there and eligible to play for them right away. As soon as I turned 10, we moved back and that's how my cricket started, he said. Ansh would go on to represent Baroda in U14, U16, U19 and U23 teams, apart from sporadic appearances for the senior side. He also attended a national U16 camp, where the likes of Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harsh Dubey were present. His first exposure to high-level cricket came through former India wicketkeeper Kiran More, who spotted him at a club match and arranged for him to come to practice at Reliance Ground. More would then send his bowling videos to Mumbai Indians, who called him for trials and then roped him in as a net bowler for Mumbai Indians for their IPL 2020 and 2021 campaigns. Apart from being in the same camp alongside Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, the Pandya brothers, and Kieron Pollard, Ansh even met the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, something which was a dream come true for him. Any cricketer who grows up in India, it's always special for him or her to meet the great cricketer - he's the God of cricket, as simple as that and I was very happy to meet him too. Learnings in MI helped me, like just to see how professional cricket is, and what it takes to be a professional player. I was really thankful for that opportunity, and that in turn helped me to make it into the Punjab Kings IPL team. Anshs selection to Punjab Kings in 2022 came after then head coach Anil Kumble spotted him, leaving Pradip teary-eyed. He saw my bowling and said, 'I'm going to pick you.' I was like, 'really?' He was like, 'Yes.' On the 2022 IPL mega auction day, I told my dad about this and he didnt believe me. He was like, 'No, you're lying.' I'm like, 'He said this.' He was like, 'Okay, let's see.' Then when he finally raised the paddle for me, it was a very emotional moment. I was 20 years old in 2022 and that was a very, very proud moment for my family. My dad basically cried that day, as it was really one of his dreams coming true. He basically moved to India for this and once I got that IPL selection, he was very, very happy, he said. Under Kumble's guidance, Patel absorbed lessons that included mental preparation and batter-specific planning. I experienced what it takes to be a proper player - the levels of fitness, skills that are required, and mentally as well. It's always all even, but then it's all about how you take things mentally and how you prepare for games. Anil sir was pretty simple just build your plans, have specific plans to batters, then just get to execute them and that was basically the mantra, he said. While being a net bowler for Lucknow Super Giants, Ansh received an email that brought an unexpected pivot in his career. The BCCIs mandate that being an Indian passport holder is mandatory for domestic cricket participation meant Ansh, a Canadian passport holder, couldnt play anymore. After getting the rule change confirmed from More and Baroda Cricket Association officials, Pradip said to Ansh that it was time to move to Canada. The timing proved to be right - Canada regained ODI status and cricket was on the rise. While Anshs parents still live in India and come to Canada during summer months, he has settled himself in Toronto with his brother and sister-in-law. My dad was like, 'There's nothing to be sad about. Let's pack our bags and move to Canada.' With Canada regaining ODI status, it was a perfect time to come back. In June 2024, my bags were packed and I was on the flight back to Toronto. Here I'm at the World Cup now. That was my dream - to represent a country in an ICC Cricket World Cup be it 50-over or 20-over. As a wicket-taking spinner in the middle overs, Patel's role is clearly defined, despite his lack of international experience two ODIs and five T20Is. His years in India's domestic system provide him with a crucial edge, given Canada play games in Ahmedabad, New Delhi and Chennai. My job is to take wickets and the team relies on me to get those wickets in the middle overs. I'm an attacking mindset bowler. Its simple just look to take wickets and help the team. The Indian experience is definitely going to help me a lot because I've basically grown up here. We have a lot of Indian-origin people and it's been great because we all enjoy each other's company and make odd jokes with each other. It's all fun and pretty great to have such a diverse environment, and we're proud to be in this World Cup to represent Canada. After a three-week preparation camp in Sri Lanka, where they prepped after coming out of snowy scenes at home, Canada faced defeats in warm-up clashes in Chennai. They are in a daunting Group D featuring South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan and UAE which Ansh calls the group of death. We have a lot of Indian-origin people and it's been great because we all enjoy each other's company and make odd jokes with each other. It's all fun and pretty great to have such a diverse environment, and we're proud to be in this World Cup to represent Canada. Also Read: Live Cricket Score From my experience, I'll just say, life's short, just give it a shot. You never know where the world will take you. I was in Baroda three years ago. Here I am sitting in a hotel, playing for Canada at the World Cup. So, life's short, just give it your best shot. Article Source: IANS
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Ready To Step Down If Sangh Asks Me To Do So: Mohan Bhagwat
Mumbai, Feb 8: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said the Sangh had asked him to continue working despite his age, while stressing that he would step down from the post whenever the organisation directs him to do so. He was responding to questions during an interactive session with attendees here at a programme to mark the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sanghs (RSS) centenary. There is no election to the post of RSS chief. Regional and divisional heads appoint the chief. Generally, [] The post Ready To Step Down If Sangh Asks Me To Do So: Mohan Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP mayor pick due to Marathi support for Sena (UBT), MNS: Sanjay Raut
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Will Salman Khans Battle of Galwan miss its big date?
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Ishaan Khatter purchases luxury apartment in Mumbai for nearly Rs 30 crore
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Karnatakas Basavakalyan Empire is a gift for Hyderabads meat lovers
In recent years, the Mumbai highway (NH65) witnessed a curious phenomenon- a steady stream of Hyderabadis willing to drive upto 200 kms just for their love for good food. It could be called a culinary pilgrimage to a spot that had become a favourite among the citys meat connoisseurs. This spot was the Basavakalyan Empire. 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: We were surprised as wickets in Mumbai are generally flat, Axar Patel says
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T20 WC: Noor Ahmad Misses As Afghanistan Ask New Zealand To Field
T20 World Cup: Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bat first against New Zealand in the fourth match of the T20 World Cup here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. In the 2024 T20 World Cup, Afghanistan stunned New Zealand, winning by 84 runs in Guyana and securing their place in the semi-finals, while New Zealand suffered a shock early exit. The clash has generated significant anticipation, particularly with Group D being labelled the group of death alongside South Africa, making every result crucial. New Zealand will be eager to bounce back after their recent 4-1 T20I series loss to India, which raised concerns due to player injuries and illness. However, their prior experience in India could help them adjust to the conditions, and with a solid batting lineup and strong fast bowlers, theyre expected to put up a strong challenge. On the other hand, Afghanistan enter the match with a confident momentum, having won six consecutive matches before a loss to the West Indies. Their spin-heavy attack, likely to thrive in favourable conditions, gives them a strong edge, making them the potential favourites for this match. Winning the toss, Afghan skipper Rashid Khan said, We will bat first. First game for us, fresh wicket, put runs on the boards and I think there will be more help for our spinners later on. We have much experience, have players who've played all around the globe, and we're fully ready for it. Myself, Mujeeb and Nabi, the three spinners, but think there'll be help for the pacers as well. We'll have to bat well and then set it up for the bowlers. We have three pacers as well. Meanwhile, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said, We were thinking about it, some grass here, not much in Chennai. We've had a series against India, travelled all around the country, then spent some time in Mumbai and we're here. Everyone are up, which is nice - we were struggling with some of our personnel. Ish Sodhi, Bracewell, Conway and Jamieson miss out. Playing XIs: Meanwhile, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said, We were thinking about it, some grass here, not much in Chennai. We've had a series against India, travelled all around the country, then spent some time in Mumbai and we're here. Everyone are up, which is nice - we were struggling with some of our personnel. Ish Sodhi, Bracewell, Conway and Jamieson miss out. Also Read: Live Cricket Score New Zealand: Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy Article Source: IANS
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Siraj cancels Real Madrid plans after last-minute call-up, shines in T20 World Cup opener
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Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India pacer Mohammed Siraj revealed how a late-night message from T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav turned his quiet break after the Ranji Trophy into an unexpected World Cup call-up, culminating in a match-winning performance against the USA on Saturday night. Siraj had just finished leading Hyderabad in back-to-back Ranji Trophy league games. He was planning a short break since his team failed to qualify for the knockouts. The fast bowler had arranged a trip to Madrid to watch a La Liga match between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad. After that, he intended to spend time with his family during Ramzan before the IPL. However, those plans changed suddenly when he received a message from Suryakumar. Miyan bag pack karke aaja (pack your bags and come), Siraj recalled. I told him not to mess with me. Then he messaged again and said he wasnt joking and that I had to join the team. Siraj quickly packed his bags and joined the Indian squad in Mumbai at 3 am on the opening day of the T20 World Cup. He spent the next few hours studying the opposition, catching some sleep, and preparing for what lay ahead. When he woke up, he found another message waiting for him; he would be playing in Indias XI against the USA. This call-up came even though Siraj had not played a T20I since July 2024, shortly after Indias last T20 World Cup win. However, when he took the new ball alongside Arshdeep Singh, Siraj showed no signs of being out of practice. He picked up two wickets in his opening spell, reducing the USA to 13 for 3 and helping India secure a 29-run victory while defending 161. Almighty changed my destiny in 24 hours, an emotional Siraj said at the post-match press conference. I was spending time with my family when Adrian [Le Roux] messaged me to ask what I was up to. I told him, dont message me right now, Im resting after playing two four-day games. I need rest. Sirajs inclusion was also aided by circumstances. He was drafted in as a late injury replacement for Harshit Rana, and with Jasprit Bumrah unwell and missing training on the eve of the match, Siraj became the only pace option available to partner Arshdeep if India wanted to field two fast bowlers. On a two-paced surface, Siraj adjusted quickly after conceding a six off his second delivery. He found the right length outside off to dismiss Andries Gous, who drove uppishly to point, before striking again with his back-of-a-length delivery to remove Saiteja Mukkamalla. Since I was coming here after Ranji Trophy, I stuck to similar line and length here, Siraj explained. I saw that when we were batting, the new ball wasnt coming on easily on the bat. So my plan was also to bowl wicket-to-wicket which worked and helped the team. Im very happy that the execution worked out and I got those wickets. Despite being away from the T20I setup for months, Siraj said neither his mindset nor his preparation had changed. Since I was coming here after Ranji Trophy, I stuck to similar line and length here, Siraj explained. I saw that when we were batting, the new ball wasnt coming on easily on the bat. So my plan was also to bowl wicket-to-wicket which worked and helped the team. Im very happy that the execution worked out and I got those wickets. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Such sudden call-ups are not unfamiliar for Siraj. Earlier in December, he was drafted into Hyderabads Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy campaign despite not having played the tournament in four years. On that occasion, he flew overnight to Kolkata and delivered figures of 4-0-15-1 to restrict Uttar Pradesh to 127 and set up a three-wicket win. Article Source: IANS
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Match starts at 3:00 pm Mumbai, Feb 7: An embattled Harry Brook will hope England hit the top gear and the focus shifts from the incident at a Wellington club to cricket when the two-time champions take on Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener, here on Sunday. Brook is at the helm of a []
Bollywood actor Nora Fatehi and singer Badshah performs before the start of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between India and USA, at the Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai, on Saturday. (PTI)
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T20 WC: Bowlers Were Exceptional, Top-order Failure Cost Us, Says USA's Patel After India Defeat
T20 World Cup: The USA captain Monank Patel was effusive in praise for his bowlers for their performance, but said his top-order batters could not perform and perished to soft dismissals as they suffered a 29-run defeat against defending champions India in their opening match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Mumbai on Saturday. With Shadley van Schalkwyk claiming 4-25, including an initial burst of 3-13, the USA had India on the ropes at 77/6. But they could not press home the advantage, and India skipper Suryakumar Yadav hammered an unbeaten 894 off 49 balls to help the hosts post 161/9 in 20 overs. Chasing a modest total, the USA lost three early wickets for 13 runs but had recovered to 71 for three thanks to Milind Kumar (34) and Sanjay Krishnamurthi (37) before their innings unravelled and then were eventually restricted to 132/8 in 20 overs. Monank said his bowlers did a great job to reduce India to 77/6 but blamed dropped catches for not restricting the hosts to 130 or so. I thought our bowlers did a good job. Pitch was not easy to read. The variations they bowled in the powerplay...we kept them quiet for a while. We dropped catches, and that cost us. At one stage, we felt we could restrict them to 130, said the USA captain. Monank said his bowlers did a great job to reduce India to 77/6 but blamed dropped catches for not restricting the hosts to 130 or so. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I thought 160 was a good score (to chase on this wicket). The top three could not perform, soft dismissals. The intent was a bit missing because we lost wickets initially. Lots of learning and positives from this game. The way we handled the pressure, the crowd, we managed it really well. We made a few mistakes, but we will try to come back stronger, he added. Article Source: IANS
T20 World Cup: Coming into the home T20 World Cup as the defending champions, defending champions India are under pressure from the huge expectations for their third title. Though their preparations were top-notch with a 4-1 series win over New Zealand, injuries to Harshit Rana and Jasprit Bumrah's illness had doubled the pressure on skipper Suryakumar Yadav. But the ice-cool Mumbai batter led from the front as he scored a majestic 84 not out, and with Mohammad Siraj bagging 3-29 to lead a superb effort by the bowlers, India defeated USA by 29 runs and started their campaign on a winning note. But it was not easy, and the skipper said only he knew how much the pressure had piled on him. Only I can tell how much pressure I was feeling, but I had the belief. I knew if I batted till the end, I could make a difference, said Suryakumar Yadav in the post-match presentation on Saturday. With India struggling at 77/6, Surya and Axar Patel raised a vital 41 runs for the seventh wicket partnership. The Indian skipper then put on display his 360-degree stroke-making abilities and power-hitting as he hammered two sixes and two fours in the final over to help India reach 161/9 in 20 overs. Mohammad Siraj claimed three wickets for 29 runs, and with Arshdeep Singh and Axar Patel bagging two wickets each, India strangled the USA innings and restricted them for 132/8 to win by 29 runs. Suryakumar admitted it was a difficult wicket that tested the batters. He said his batters should have taken up such challenges and should have batted better. It was a little different wicket. But we knew when we woke up, there was not a lot of sun outside. Curator tried their best. There was not enough sunlight to have the pitch rolled and watered. We cannot brush everything under the carpet, we need to bat much better. After winning, you get to learn a lot of things. Could have batted better and smarter. 1-2 partnerships could have gotten us to 160 (more easily). The Indian captain said he adapted his approach to batting as wickets kept falling around him and said he was confident of taking the team to a good total if he stayed till the end. I always felt there was a need for a batter to bat to the end. Did not feel it was a 180-190 wicket; it was more like a 140 wicket. Have played a lot of my cricket here, so I know how to bat on similar wickets. 77-6, from there, batting till the end, you had to understand that one batter has to bat till the end. Was just trying to play good shots and my shots, said Suryakumar Yadav, who was adjudged the Player of the Match for his effort. Surya said he did not do anything special to regain his form as he scored his fourth half-century of 2026 after going through a poor run towards the end of 2025. He said he felt something different when he reached Nagpur for the first T20I against New Zealand, his first match of the new year. I knew some day, it was going to come. I was trying to hold the innings for the team (in the last year). Packed my kit bag (after my last innings last year), spent time with my family and then went to Nagpur, and it was a different feeling, said the 36-year-old batter. Surya said he did not do anything special to regain his form as he scored his fourth half-century of 2026 after going through a poor run towards the end of 2025. He said he felt something different when he reached Nagpur for the first T20I against New Zealand, his first match of the new year. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Bumrah was having a fever. Abhishek (Sharma) was also under the weather. Washington will join us in Delhi, said Suryakumar. Article Source: IANS
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T20 WC: Suryakumar, Siraj help India edge past USA by 29 runs
Mumbai: Skipper Suryakumar Yadav batting just like he does and Mohammed Sirajs incisive first spell headlined defending champions Indias scratchy 29-run win against the United States of America despite a stunning top-order collapse in the opening encounter of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, February 7. A veteran of many-a-battle here at the Wankhede Stadium, 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 .
'We could've batted better': SKY makes honest admission after USA win
India start their T20 World Cup with a 29-run win over the USA, recovering from 77/6 thanks to captain Suryakumar Yadavs unbeaten 84 off 49 balls. SKY admitted, We could've batted a little better, praising his Mumbai experience and coach Gautam Gambhirs advice. Bowlers Siraj, Arshdeep, and Axar restricted the USA to 132/8, securing a hard-fought victory.
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Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi Reserves: The meeting of Afghanistan and New Zealand in the T20 World Cup brings back many memories as they both lock horn on Sunday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in the 4th match of the T20 World Cup 2026. In 2024, the two sides met in Guyana when Afghanistan crushed New Zealand by 84 runs, which saw Afghanistan's incredible rise to the semi-finals and New Zealand's shocking early exit for such an accomplished team. The only time that the two sides have met since then was in 2016, and the anticipation has been at an all-time high, especially with Group D likely to call 'the group of death' with South Africa, which means every result will be very important. New Zealand have arrived to erase the memories of their recent T20I series defeat to India, in which they lost the series in a 4-1 fashion, leaving several questions about their team with the many players being injured or ill. However, it is likely that, having played in India prior to this match, New Zealand will be accustomed to the conditions, and as they have a strong foundation of batting and many legitimate threats from their fast bowlers, they will be able to put together a performance that can keep up with Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Afghanistan are much more confident now after winning six consecutive matches before losing to West Indies and will enter this match with both momentum and their confident spin-heavy attack, which should thrive in helpful conditions. It would be an unusual situation where Afghanistan may have a favourite status for this match as well. Squads: New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Atal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mohammad Ishaq Rahimi, Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi Reserves: AM Ghazanfar, Ijaz Ahmadzai, Farid Ahmad Malik 5th match: England Vs Nepal, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (3:00 PM IST) England will come back to Kolkata for their match against Nepal at the iconic Eden Gardens. Having won 10 out of their last 11 completed matches in the format, they have ample ammunition with a strong batting line-up, numerous quality spin bowlers, and many players contributing to the team's success, all of which suggests they will be well prepared for whatever challenge lies ahead. Nepal, however, are no longer newly introduced to the cricketing world. After almost defeating South Africa during the 2024 T20 World Cup, they have developed into a very experienced and toughened side, as evidenced by having two extremely successful seasons of the Nepal Premier League and dominant qualifying performances leading up to this tournament. With Rohit Paudel as captain, along with an aggressive bowling attack led by the exciting Karan KC, Nepal will approach their first international match against England with excitement and high expectations. Squads Nepal: Rohit Paudel (c), Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh, Sundeep Jora, Aarif Sheikh, Basir Ahamad, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulshan Jha, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sher Malla, Lokesh Bam England: Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood 6th match: Ireland Vs Sri Lanka, R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (7:00 PM IST) Sri Lanka, once a robust T20 World Cup team, now embark on a quest to snap their 10-year streak of not going beyond the quarter-finals when they host Ireland at their home. They play at home, so they know the conditions, but that doesn't mean they will perform comfortably either. There are concerns for captain Dasun Shanaka of slow pitches and given Sri Lanka's recent record at R. Premadasa Stadium (the venue they play) is dismal. England completed a clean sweep of Sri Lanka 3-0 at home recently, only increasing the uncertainty. Ireland sees this as an opening. They were winless in 2024 but now come with new found energy from winning back-to-back series against weaker teams, and they have played in Dubai during these series, so conditions could be similar to what they will get in Sri Lanka. Making it to the next round will likely rely so strongly on them upsetting either Sri Lanka or Australia, and this opening match may also put extra pressure on the hosts from the very first match. Squads Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Janith Perera, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga Squads Also Read: Live Cricket Score Where to watch: Star Sports Networks and JioStar Article Source: IANS
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