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T20 World Cup: Even as two-time champions West Indies proved their credentials for a third title with a massive 107-run victory over Zimbabwe in their first Super 8 stage match in Mumbai, there were still areas of concern for the team management -- especially the poor form of opener Brandon King. King was out for nine off 12 balls after adding 17 runs for the first-wicket partnership against Zimbabwe at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday. However, Shimron Hetmyer produced a masterclass in power-hitt

MA Chidambaram Stadium: His side was hammered into submission by a rampaging West Indies side riding on a majestic 34-ball 85 by Shimron Hetmyer and a 35-ball 59 by Rovman Powell, Zimbabwe skipper Sikandar Raza refused to blame the change in venue and change in conditions for his team's massive 107-run defeat in their first Super 8 stage match in Mumbai on Monday. I think if we think about change in venues, change in country, we will not learn anything, and for me it is very important to learn f

T20 World Cup: A decision not to overthink about his batting, that he used to do in the past, and a move to the No.3 spot in the batting order seem to have worked wonders for West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer as unleashed a massive blitzkrieg, raining boundaries in a 34-ball 85 in helping West Indies thrash Zimbabwe by 107 runs in a Super 8s clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Monday. Hetmyer blasted seven fours and seven sixes as he hammered a 19-ball fifty, the fastest by a West Indies ba

At DY Patil University Ground: Indias 2024 T20 World Cup winner Yuzvendra Chahal began the 20th edition of the DY Patil T20 Cup in fine style as he starred in Income Taxs seven wicket win over Reliance on the opening day at the DY Patil Stadium in Nerul, Navi Mumbai on Monday. Chahals 4-11 helped Income Tax restrict Reliance to just 131 for nine in their 20 overs. The chase was fashioned by an unbeaten 31 by Venkatesh Iyer, who also picked up a wicket with his medium-pace. In the other morning c

T20 World Cup Super Eights: England left-arm spinner Liam Dawson said the two-time champions will not be distracted by the hype surrounding Pakistan's mystery spinner Usman Tariq ahead of Tuesday's crunch T20 World Cup Super Eights clash, adding that the visitors are prepared for the full range of their oppositions spin arsenal. England secured a 51-run victory over co-hosts Sri Lanka, and a win over Pakistan would guarantee them a top-two finish in their Super Eights group and a place in the se

Allan Border Field: When India take the field for the first ODI against Australia at the Allan Border Field on Tuesday, their blue jersey will have one star as the marker of them winning the ODI World Cup for the first time on home soil last year. Head coach Amol Muzumdar said the small one star carries enormous meaning for a squad still riding the wave of their historic triumph. India come into the game with a 2-1 lead and having bagged the T20I series win in Australia after 10 years. I mean, a

T20 World Cup: Shimron Hetmyer unleashed a power-hitting blitzkrieg, raining sixes in his 34-ball 85, and shared a century partnership with Rovman Powell (59) as the West Indies posted a massive 254/6 against a totally outclassed Zimbabwe in a Group 1 clash in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. This is the highest team score by any team in the T20 World Cup 2026 and the second-highest ever in the history of the T20 World Cup. Asked to ba

Dubai International Cricket Stadium: Afghanistan will host Sri Lanka for a white-ball series in the United Arab Emirates starting next month, said the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Monday. This will be only the second bilateral T20I series between the two sides, following their first meeting in February 2024. In ODIs, the two teams have faced each other in bilateral series in 2022, 2023 and 2024 respectively. The three T20Is will be played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on March 13, 15 and

T20 World Cup: West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer put on a dazzling display of power-hitting, racing to a record fastest half-century for a Caribbean batter in the T20 World Cup in their Super 8 Group 1 clash against Zimbabwe at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. Asked to bat first, Hetmyer reached the milestone in 19 balls, hitting four boundaries and five maximums in the process, improving on his own record for the fastest fifty by a West Indies batter in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. He

While Paras Dogra: Jammu and Kashmir will attempt to write the most unlikely chapter in Indian domestic cricket history when they take on a formidable eight-time champions Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy final starting on Tuesday. While Paras Dogra-captained J&K have a maiden title up for grabs, Devdutt Padikkal-led Karnataka are chasing their first crown in well over a decade. J&Ks only defeat in this season came in a 35-run loss to Mumbai in October, and they have not looked back since then. Hav

Ranji Trophy: 67 years after Jammu & Kashmir first appeared in the Ranji Trophy, they now stand on the verge of winning the title when they take on Karnataka in the title clash in Hubbali starting on Tuesday. Not long ago, using Jammu & Kashmir and playing the Ranji Trophy final is something anyone wouldnt have written in the same sentence. For decades, J&K team was a footnote in Indian domestic cricket - a team that showed up, occasionally surprised, and went home. At best, they were termed par

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe captain Sikander Raza won the toss and elected to bowl first against the West Indies in a Super 8 Group 1 clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. Both teams made one change to their playing XIs, Zimbabwe brought in a fit-again Richard Ngarava for Hamilton Masakaza. At the same time, the West Indies included Romario Shephard and left out Roston Chase. Raza said he opted to field first because the ground is very suitable for ch

Ranji Trophy: On February 17 in Kalyani, many felt Bengal were assured of entering the Ranji Trophy final after bagging a slender lead over Jammu & Kashmir. A big second innings score and that would have been enough for Bengal to get into the title clash against Karnataka. But cricket is a great leveller and brings its own twists and turns beyond ones imagination. The exact same thing happened when Bengal folded for 99, giving J&K a target of 126 which they chased down to get into the title clas

ENG vs PAK, Match 45, Super 8, Cricket Tips :The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 moves to its next Super 8 clash. England and Pakistan will be up against each other in Pallekele. This contest will get underway at 7 PM IST on Tuesday, taking place at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. England had a good win over Sri Lanka by 51 runs. That has increased their chances of qualification into the semifinal. If they can beat Pakistan, they will have one foot in the semis. For Pakistan, they had an unlucky

AUS-W vs IND-W 1st ODI , Cricket Tips :After an exciting T20I series, it is time for the ODI series between the top two women's teams. The current ODI World Champion will take on the former champions in three ODIs. India won the T20I series and will aim to win the ODI series as well. The first ODI will be held at The Gabba in Brisbane. This contest will start at 9:20 AM IST on February 24. Alyssa Healy will be back in Australian colors, as she is set to retire after this tour. She will be leadi

Allan Border Field: Australia have turned their attention to the 50-over format as they seek a response in the multi-format contest against India, with retiring captain Alyssa Healy set to headline several changes for Tuesdays first ODI in Brisbane. After conceding the T20I leg 21, the hosts are poised to reshuffle their XI for the 50-over games. Healy will return to the top of the order, replacing Georgia Voll, and is expected to partner with regular opener Phoebe Litchfield. Leg-spinner Alana

Ranji Trophy: In the Jammu and Kashmir dressing room buzzing with the nerves of playing their first-ever Ranji Trophy final against Karnataka in Hubbali, fast bowling spearhead Auqib Nabi is, by all accounts, the calmest man in the room. That equanimity is precisely what makes Nabi, hailing from Sheeri, a small village in Baramulla, so dangerous. When J&K take the field for the title clash in Hubbali on Tuesday, all eyes will again be on Nabi to conjure magic yet again with the red cherry. In th

Cricket South Africa: Australia will tour South Africa for a landmark three-Test series in 2026-27, marking their first red-ball visit to the country since the infamous 2018 ball-tampering episode in Cape Town. Cricket South Africa unveiled their international schedule for the 2026-27 season, confirming a marquee contest between the two most recent World Test Championship winners. The series will culminate at Newlands in Cape Town, the venue where the 2018 scandal unfolded and triggered one of t

ODI World Cup: Australia's premier wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy said the Indian side played really good cricket to win the recently concluded T20I series 2-1 but added that the hosts will be all geared up to 'throw a punch' at the Women in Blue in the upcoming three-match ODI series starting Tuesday. Healy announced her retirement ahead of the ongoing home series against India, stating that shell hang up her boots after leading the Aussies in the one-off Test, starting March 6. Australia are

T20 World Cup: Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has pointed out key selection and batting decisions that contributed to Indias crushing 76-run loss to South Africa in their Super Eights clash of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium. India were bowled out for 111 while chasing 188, marking their biggest defeat in a T20 World Cup and ending a 13-match unbeaten streak in the tournament. Ashwin flagged the choice of playing Washington Sundar over Axar Pa

Former South Africa: Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock gave his analysis of India's Super 8 stage loss to the Proteas and stated that the co-host didn't adapt well to the conditions in Ahmedabad and failed to realise the ew ball challenge with the seam moving around. South Africa snapped India's 12-match unbeaten streak at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup as they handed the defending champions a 76-run defeat at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. After India dominated early as Jasprit Bumr

T20 World Cup: Following Indias 76-run defeat to South Africa in their Super Eights clash of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium, former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar assessed the teams batting collapse and the challenges that lie ahead, stating that Abhishek Sharma has passed the baton of zeroes to in-form Ishan Kishan. India were bowled out for 111 in 18.5 overs after South Africa posted 187/7, with Marco Jansen taking 4-22 and Keshav Maharaj claiming 3-24. Despite a

T20 World Cup: After India's 76-run thrashing by South Africa in their Super 8s stage opener, the India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate expressed his disappointment with the team's performance but stressed that when a team sets out to win a World Cup, don't expect players o come deliver the trophy halfway through the competition. India suffered their first defeat of the T20 World Cup and ended a winning streak of 12 matches when they were beaten by the Proteas by 76 runs in Ahmedabad on Sund

BCCI Secy Saikia: After India suffered a heavy 76-run loss to South Africa in their Super Eights clash of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia voiced confidence that the defending champions will recover quickly from the setback. South Africa produced a clinical all-round display to outplay India in front of 90,954 fans. Despite being reduced to 20/3 inside four overs, the Proteas rebu

T20 World Cup: After India slumped to a crushing 76-run defeat against South Africa in their Super Eights clash of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, former India great Sunil Gavaskar highlighted a clear difference in strategy between the two teams, noting that the Proteas demonstrated adaptability that India could not showcase. Riding on David Miller's 63 off 35 balls and Dewald Brevis 45, South Africa recovered from 20/3 to post 187/7 before bundlin

Delray Beach Open: Sebastian Korda captured the third ATP Tour title of his career, producing a composed performance to defeat fellow American Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-3 in the final of the Delray Beach Open. Having fallen just short as runner-up at the same tournament in 2021, Korda returned to lift the trophy this time, becoming the ninth American man to triumph at the Florida event. The 25-year-olds victory propels him to No. 40 in the ATP Live Rankings. (It means) a lot. Ive been through some stuff

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