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Brothers Morne and Albie Morkel will face off as rival coaches in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash between India and South Africa. Morne coaches India’s bowling attack, while Albie serves as a consultant for South Africa, both aiming for victory despite their family ties. Their childhood backyard rivalries…

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India’s unbeaten run in the T20 World Cup highlights their formidable depth, a strength that also presents their sole selection dilemma. Former coach Ravi Shastri believes the winning combination will likely remain intact against South Africa, emphasising flexibility and the need for extra bowling options, especially with dew a factor….

India’s T20 World Cup campaign has seen batting trump cards Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma struggle, with their form appearing correlated. Captain Suryakumar Yadav acknowledged Varma’s struggles but expressed confidence, while highlighting the team’s strategy to allow batters to play their natural game when possible. The team management is backing…

Rain washed out the Pakistan vs New Zealand Super 8 match, with both teams sharing one point and the semi-final race wide open. Pakistan must beat England and Sri Lanka to reach five points and likely qualify, while any loss could make their chances depend on other results. New Zealand…

The Super Eight stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 commenced with a washout as rain prevented any play between Pakistan and New Zealand in Colombo. Both teams were awarded one point each, a result that could significantly impact their semi-final aspirations. The abandoned match has intensified the…

Rain washed out the Pakistan vs New Zealand Super 8 match, with both teams sharing one point, which complicates the semi-final race. Pakistan and New Zealand now need wins in their remaining matches to stay on track, as any slip-up could hurt their chances. England and Sri Lanka benefit from…

Persistent drizzle right after the toss — which Pakistan won and opted to bat — at the Premadasa stadium did not relent with umpires finally calling the match off at 9:05pm local time (15:35 GMT). …

Suryakumar Yadav dismissed rumors of Sanju Samson replacing Abhishek Sharma or Tilak Varma, emphasizing confidence in the current lineup. He addressed concerns about Abhishek’s form by highlighting the threat he poses to opponents. Yadav also defended Tilak Varma’s cautious approach, stating it aligns with team strategy. …

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India captain Suryakumar Yadav backed opener Abhishek Sharma despite his three ducks in the T20 World Cup, stating it’s now the team’s turn to support him. Bowling coach Morne Morkel also expressed confidence, believing Sharma is just one innings away from regaining form. …

The Super 8 stage kicks off with a crucial clash between Pakistan and New Zealand in Colombo. Pakistan holds a slight edge due to their spin attack, particularly mystery spinner Usman Tariq. New Zealand, familiar with Pakistan’s bowling, will rely on their middle order to counter the threat. …

India intensified their preparations for their Super Eight clash against South Africa with a rigorous four-hour training session in Ahmedabad on Friday evening. Players showcased high energy and focus across batting, bowling, and fielding drills. Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates aimed for peak performance, with Jasprit Bumrah honing his yorkers…

Pakistan and New Zealand clash in a pivotal T20 World Cup Super 8 match at Colombo. With a near-even head-to-head record, this encounter promises high drama. Both teams have shown inconsistent form, making this fixture crucial for semi-final aspirations. Rain threatens to disrupt the contest, with no reserve day available….

Despite a dominant nine-wicket victory over Oman and Adam Zampa’s four-wicket haul, Australia’s early exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cast a shadow. Captain Mitchell Marsh also contributed a quickfire half-century, but individual performances offered little solace as the team expressed deep disappointment with their tournament’s premature…