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Sri Lanka will have to do it the hard way if they are to make the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup after a chastening defeat to England on Sunday, admitted their batting coach. The co-hosts were routed for 95 chasing 147 in Kandy, meaning they need to win their two remaining Super Eight games to have a chance of qualifying. Even that may not be enough as they now have a poor net run rate, something that could be crucial in a tight group. Sri Lanka are bottom of Super Eights Group 2 on zero point

T20 World Cup: South Africa handing India a 76-run defeat in their Super Eights clash in 2026 Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday snapped the defending champions' 12-match winning streak in the mega event and plunged their semifinal aspirations into serious doubt. In a rematch of the 2024 T20 World Cup final, the Proteas recovered from early adversity to post 187/7 before dismissing India for just 111 in 18.5 overs. South Africa's innings appeared to be unravelling when Jas

T20 World Cup: Left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Janse picked 4-22 as South Africa produced a ruthless bowling display to thrash India by 76 runs in their Super Eights clash of the Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. The defeat coming in front of 90,954 fans in a sea of blue was Indias first loss in an ICC event since the 2023 ODI World Cup final at the same venue. After being reduced to 20/3 inside four overs on a slow black soil pitch, the Proteas staged a remarkab

T20 World Cup: South Africa captain Aiden Markram hailed his sides adaptability and quick assessment of conditions on offer after securing a comprehensive 76-run victory over India in the Super Eights clash of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. On a slow black soil pitch, David Miller top-scored with 63 while Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs hit 45 and 44 not out respectively as the Proteas recovered from 20/3 to post a challenging 187/7 in 20 overs. In reply, the So

T20 World Cup: After suffering a crushing 76-run defeat to South Africa in their first Super Eights clash of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, India skipper Suryakumar Yadav said though the bowlers did their job well, the batting could have been a little bit better. Indias chase of 188 on a slow black soil pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium never recovered after losing Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma in power-play, thanks to some impeccable bowling from South Africa. By the time the half-wa

T20 World Cup: Left-arm fast-bowling all-rounder Marco Janse picked 4-22 as South Africa produced a ruthless bowling display to thrash India by 76 runs in their Super Eights clash of the Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. The defeat coming in front of 90,954 fans in a sea of blue was Indias first loss in an ICC event since the 2023 ODI World Cup final at the same venue After being reduced to 20/3 inside four overs on a slow black soil pitch, the Proteas staged a remarkabl

The Pakistan Cricket Board: The Pakistan cricket authorities are preparing to formally raise concerns with their counterparts in England amid reports that their players may be overlooked by Indian-owned franchises in this years edition of The Hundred, a report said on Sunday. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials are expected to write to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), urging them to ensure Pakistani players are treated fairly in the player auction scheduled for March 11 and 12, the

T20 World Cup: England delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in their Super Eights clash of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup in Colombo, successfully defending 146/9 by bowling out the hosts for just 95 in 16.4 overs. Englands victory was built on a clinical spin display after their batters were restricted earlier. Phil Salt anchored the innings with a composed 62 off 40 balls, but regular wickets prevented England from fully capitalising. Sri Lankas spinners, led b

National Team Captain Jahanara Alam: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has barred former international cricketer Monjurul Islam from any direct or indirect involvement in cricket activities under its authority following an inquiry into allegations of misconduct. The decision, announced after a board meeting at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Sunday, was based on the findings of an Independent Inquiry Committee formed to investigate a complaint filed by former Bangladesh womens cap

T20 World Cup: David Miller, Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs played stunning knocks to power South Africa to 187/7 in their 20 overs against India in the Super Eights clash of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. On a slow, black soil pitch, India had the upper hand in the powerplay as a brilliant Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh struck early to reduce South Africa to 20/3 in four overs. After Brevis and Miller steadied the innings through a 97-run partnership off 51

WI vs ZIM, Match 44, Super 8, Cricket Tips :West Indies are scheduled to take on Zimbabwe in the next game of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. These two teams will step on the field at Wankhede Stadium on Monday at 7 PM IST. These two teams remained unbeaten in the tournament, having beaten all of their opposition. West Indies had a great display, as they not just beat the opposition but won it comprehensively. Their bowlers have also started to contribute, which has made them a dangerous side. For Z

T20 World Cup Super: England captain Harry Brook described the teams comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka as a special occasion, praising his sides adaptability and bowling discipline after they successfully defended 145 and bowled the hosts out for just 95 in their ICC Mens T20 World Cup Super 8s clash at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. A beautiful birthday present. I thought we played exceptionally there and to get over the line and bowl them out for less than 100 is an awesome ef

T20 WC: Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka did not shy away from admitting his sides batting failure after they were bowled out for just 95 and suffered a 51-run defeat to England, despite a disciplined bowling effort that had earlier kept the opposition to a modest total. Reflecting on the contest, Shanaka expressed disappointment at how Sri Lanka let a strong bowling performance go to waste with a rash and ill-judged batting display. It's very disappointing, but at the same time, we had a lot of

Rising Stars Asia Cup: Indian womens remarkable run on the international stage continued as the India A Women's team bagged the Rising Star Asia Cup in Bangkok, a day after the senior side sealed a T20I series triumph in Australia. Congratulating the young squad, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia praised the team, led by Radha Yadav, for its outstanding achievement and lauded the efforts of the coaches and support staff behind the success. The dominance of India Women continues! Just a day after the

T20 World Cup: South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton said the squad had prepared well and were eager to embrace the atmosphere of a high-stakes clash against India in the Super Eights clash of the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Preparations been good. Its always an optional session, but the guys look after their own space. Everyones in a different space, but as a collective, I think were moving quite nicely. Guys are prepared individually and make s

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium: Will Jacks reflected on a clinical all-round performance after guiding England to a commanding 51-run win over Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Jacks picked up three crucial wickets as a comprehensive effort by the bowlers saw England defending a modest total of 146. We're buzzing with that. At the halfway stage, we were pleased to get up to 145, but obviously, we knew we were going to have to bowl well and work hard. An

Narendra Modi Stadium: Ahead of India playing South Africa in their first Super Eights clash in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026, wrist-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy explained that the skid on the pitch suits his bowling style and noted the surface at Narendra Modi Stadium has changed since their last meeting in December 2025. Against South Africa, Chakaravarthy has picked 22 wickets in eight T20Is, including his best bowling figures of 5-17 in Gqeberha in 2024. As of now, Chakaravarthy has nine wi

T20 World Cup: Well before they started their campaigns in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, the top teams were aware of which group they would be placed in if they qualified for the Super Eight stage of the 2026 edition of the mega event. That was because the top teams were pre-seeded into Super Eight Group 1 and Super Eight Group 2 and thus knew their opponents well in advance, well before they reached the group of eight of the tournament. For this edition, India were X1, Australia X2, West

T20 World Cup: Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Marco Jansen and David Miller have come back for South Africa as captain Aiden Markram won the toss and elected to bat first against an unchanged India in a crunch Super Eights clash of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. Both teams arrive into this clash on the back of being unbeaten teams in their respective groups. While South Africa played and won all three of their league matches in Ahmedabad, India are playing at this

T20 World Cup: When they step into the Wankhede Stadium on Monday for their opening Super 8s clash with Zimbabwe in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in Mumbai, the West Indies will be taking the match as seriously as they take a clash with India, Australia or any other top team. Been there, done that -- Darren Sammy, after captaining the West Indies to the titles in 2012 and 2016, is hoping to guide the Caribbean stars to another T20 World Cup title -- this time as the head coach. Having experie

T20 World Cup Super Eights: England produced a clinical all-round display to crush Sri Lanka by 51 runs in their ICC Mens T20 World Cup Super Eights clash, bundling out the hosts for just 95 runs in 16.4 overs after posting 146/9 in a gripping encounter. Defending a modest total on a bowler-friendly surface, Englands spinners turned the contest into a one-sided affair with a relentless middle-overs squeeze that left Sri Lanka gasping. The chase never recovered from a dramatic powerplay collapse

Former Bihar Cricket Association: Former Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president Rakesh Tiwari has congratulated Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the young Indian batter was felicitated with 50 lakh by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for his outstanding achievements on Sunday. Tiwari lauded the young Indian batter's temperament and dedication. He also feels that Vaibhav's success is an inspiration for all the young cricketers in the state. Vaibhavs performances reflect exceptional talent, discipline, an

T20 World Cup Super Eights: Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned Englands approach with the bat after their underwhelming first-innings display against Sri Lanka in the second match of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup Super Eights. Reacting to Englands 146/9, built on a sluggish powerplay and a middle-overs slowdown against spin, Ashwin did not mince words in his assessment of the 2022 champions intent and clarity. England refusing to play the brand of cricket they are capable o

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium: Sri Lanka produced a disciplined and tactically astute bowling performance to restrict England to a below-par 146/9 in the second Super Eights match of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, with the spinners setting up the squeeze before the pacers closed out efficiently at the death. After being put in to bat, England never quite found the fluency expected of their power-packed line-up. The early overs hinted at a ste

Asia Cup Rising Stars Final: Tejal Hasabnis struck an unbeaten half-century as India A Women successfully defended their ACC Womens Asia Cup Rising Stars title with a comprehensive 46-run win over Bangladesh A Women in the final at the Terdthai Cricket Ground on Sunday. After winning the toss and opting to bat, India A posted 134/7 in 20 overs, riding on Hasabnis 51 off 34 deliveries. In reply, Bangladesh A Women were bowled out for 88 in 19.1 overs. Batting first, India made a steady start, rea

T20 World Cup: The T20 format's most unpredictable exponent, West Indies, will take on Zimbabwe, the Cinderella team of this edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, pitting the Caribbean flair against the African fire in a mouth-watering clash in the Super 8s stage of the 2026 edition here at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday. Two-time T20 World Cup winners West Indies are on a resurgence as they topped their preliminary league group ahead of England and advanced to the tournament's second stage as

T20 World Cup: After the opening fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight, between Pakistan and New Zealand, was called off due to incessant rain in Colombo, Pakistan became the team with the most number of abandoned games in the shortest format of the game. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha had won the toss and elected to bat first, but no sooner had the decision been made than drizzle swept across the ground. Covers were quickly brought on, and puddles formed on the square, makin

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe will play their first match in the Super 8s round of the T20 World Cup 2026 against the two-time champions, West Indies, at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Monday. The upcoming encounter will be the West Indies and Zimbabwe fifth meeting in T20I cricket history. In the four matches played so far between the teams, West Indies has a clear advantage and dominance over Zimbabwe. The Caribbean team has won three matches out of the five played between them, while Zimbabwe has b

The Indian Men: The Indian Mens Hockey Team narrowly lost 4-5 in a penalty shootout against host Australia in the second game of the Hobart leg of the FIH Mens Pro League 2025-26 here at the Tasmania Hockey Centre on Sunday. The match was tied at 2-2 after regulation time, with Amit Rohidas scoring at 15 and Jugraj Singh at 43 to give India the lead. However, Joel Rintala scored twice at 47 and 56 to help Australia level the score. The hosts dominated possession early on, moving the ball well in

Former South Africa: Former South Africa player Faf du Plessis has backed Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson's decision not to send Babar Azam to bat in the top order in the ongoing T20 World Cup, saying that right-hander's strike rate is not in line with the needs of the modern powerplay game. Babar is struggling badly in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. In four matches, the former Pakistan captain has managed only 66 runs at an average of 22 and a strike rate of just 115.78. The former skipper, wh

T20 World Cup Super Eights: Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field against England in the second match of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup Super Eights here at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. The two sides recently met at the same venue in a rain-hit bilateral series that England swept 3-0, with the DLS method coming into play more than once, a factor that could again prove relevant. Since then, however, momentum has swung towards the co-hosts. Sri Lanka have looked assured

The Differently Abled Cricket Council: The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) has welcomed the recent decision of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to introduce a structured support framework for the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), one of the founder member of DCCI, calling it a landmark step for inclusive growth in Indian cricket. The BCCI on Saturday announced a support framework for the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), underli

T20 World Cup: Pakistan's road to the semifinals became tricky after rain had the final say in the opening match of the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s, forcing the abandonment of their clash against New Zealand at the R Premadasa Stadium on Saturday. The washout leaves both teams with one point each in Group 2, a scenario that could complicate their path to the semifinals. With England and Sri Lanka also in the group, a shared point is better than a defeat for Pakistan, but it may prove costly in w

The International Cricket Council: The International Cricket Council on Sunday said that Doha, Qatar, will host the next round of ICC Board and Committee meetings from March 25-27. Last year, in a historic first, Zimbabwe hosted the ICC Board and Committee meetings, marking a major milestone for the countrys standing in the global game. The prestigious gatherings took place in Harare on April 10 and 11, before moving to the world-renowned Victoria Falls from April 12 to 13, 2025. The decision to

T20 World Cup: India's first Super 8s match in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 against South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday will be more than just a rematch of the historic 2024 T20 WC Final. It will also see an unusual family face-off outside the 22-yard line, where Albie and Morne Morkel, former South Africa teammates and brothers, will find themselves in opposite camps. Albie Morkel, who played one Test, 58 ODIs and 50 T20Is for South Africa, is serving as the Proteas consultant

National Cricket Academy: Former India batter and current head of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) VVS Laxman lauded the BCCI's initiative of announcing structured support for the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), calling it a wonderful step to create greater opportunities. The BCCI announced a support framework for CABI, underlining its commitment to inclusive growth and greater opportunities across Indian cricket. As part of this initiative, the BCCI will provide assistance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Indian-origin cricketers playing in foreign teams and emphasised the significance of 'Bhartiyata' and noted that wherever Indians travel, they maintain a strong connection to their roots in their 'matrabhoomi' (motherland) while also contributing to the development of their 'karmabhoomi' (place of duty). He highlighted the importance of sports in everyone's life, stressing that One who plays, blooms, adding that sports

T20 World Cup: Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has analysed Abhishek Sharmas struggles against off-spinners in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, saying the openers shot selection has been the primary reason behind his early dismissals. The No.1 T20I batter is yet to score a run in the tournament. He has registered three consecutive ducks so far. Abhishek's form will be in focus when India take on South Africa in their first Super8s match at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. Abhishek Shar

Smriti Mandhana: In her reflection on the historic 21 T20I series victory over Australia, India batter Smriti Mandhana said that the Women in Blue just want to consistently stay at the top, regardless of who they are defeating or where they are playing. India sealed the three-match series with a 17-run win in the decider at the Adelaide Oval on Saturday to secure their first bilateral series win on Australia's soil in a decade. After being put in to bat, the visitors posted a competitive 176 for

T20 World Cup: South Africa's batters face a formidable examination against Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy when they take on India in a blockbuster Super Eights clash of Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday evening, said former all-rounder Robin Peterson. In three league matches, fast bowling spearhead Bumrah has picked four wickets at an economy rate of six and strike-rate of 13.5. But the Proteas batters' bigger test will come against Chakaravarthy, wh

Former South Africa: Former South Africa all-rounder Robin Peterson believes the Proteas' previous deep familiarity with Ahmedabad will play a massive role when they face defending champions India in a blockbuster Super Eights clash in Mens T20 World Cup, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday evening. In what is also a rematch of the 2024 Mens T20 World Cup final, both India and South Africa come as unbeaten teams after cruising through their respective groups with four wins each.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday backed struggling opener Abhishek Sharma to play his attacking game with enough firepower in the rest of the line-up as they face South Africa in the T20 World Cup. The two teams will clash in the Super Eights stage in Ahmedabad on Sunday in a rematch of the T20 World Cup final two years ago, won by India. Both teams topped their group with perfect records. But while Aiden Markram's South Africa have looked strong in all departments, tournament favourit

England captain Harry Brook said Saturday that it would be a shame if Pakistani players were shut out of England's domestic white-ball Hundred competition by Indian-owned franchises. Former England skipper Michael Vaughan on Friday urged the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to act fast on BBC reports that Pakistani players will be overlooked in the player auction next month. Ahead of England's opening Super Eights clash against Sri Lanka in Kandy on Sunday, Brook -- who will play for Indian

IND vs SA, Match 43, Super 8, Cricket Tips :The highly anticipated game of the Super 8 stage is all set to be played at the world's biggest stadium. India are ready to lock horns with South Africa on Sunday at Narendra Modi Stadium, starting at 7 PM IST. These two teams are undefeated so far and will be looking to get a win here. These two teams met last time in the final of the last edition. India have been undefeated since the last edition, while South Africa have lost only one game since the

SL vs ENG, Match 42, Super 8, Cricket Tips : The first game of the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 was washed out completely. Now, the second game will be played between England and Sri Lanka. This contest will be held at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday at 3 PM IST. This is the must-win game, and both sides will look to win this game. England had two good last games, but their first two group games were below standard. They will hope runs from Salt and Buttler. Sri

The Karnataka State Cricket Association: The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) said on Saturday that it will name the Pavilion Block at its Rajnagar ground in Hubballi after former India left-arm spinner Sunil Joshi, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to cricket teams in the state and national set-ups. The naming ceremony, to be held at 12 noon, will coincide with day one of the Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu & Kashmir. This decision has been taken as a mark

Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai: Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has released photos of his wedding with long-time partner Sophie Shine, confirming the news through social media posts on Saturday. They have been in a relationship for almost a year, with Dhawan confirming their relationship in May 2025 and a few months back, and last month, the couple announced their engagement on Instagram. In the Insta post, Dhawan also informed his fans that their wedding outfit was designed by famous designer Mani

Indian Senior Women: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia has congratulated the Indian Senior Women's Team for beating Australia in a three-match T20I series in Australia. India won the third T20I in Adelaide on Saturday to clinch the series 2-1. In a dramatic clash at the Adelaide Oval, India secured a hard-fought 17-run victory over Australia in a high-pressure encounter. Chasing a challenging target of 159, Australias lower-order fought valiantly but ultim

ODI World Cup: Indias off-spin bowling all-rounder Shreyanka Patil said dismissing veteran Ellyse Perry in her 350th international appearance was a very special moment for her as the visitors sealed a 2-1 T20I series win in the multi-format fixtures against Australia at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. Shreyanka took 3-22, including taking out Ellyse, as India defended a competitive 176/6 by restricting Australia to 159/9 and earned a 17-run win to pick two more points. The result also meant India

New Zealand Super Eights: The threat of a washout is looming large on the first Super Eights clash of the Mens T20 World Cup between Pakistan and New Zealand after heavy drizzle forced covers at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo immediately after the toss was held. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha won the toss and chose to bat first, but the start has been delayed as showers started in a jiffy. With the rain continuing, the loss of overs has begun from 8:10 pm, while the cut-off for a five-ove