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Sanju Samson’s stellar performance earned him Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup 2026, driving India’s victory. Despite starting as a reserve, Samson amassed 321 runs in five matches, including three crucial half-centuries. His record-breaking feats and inspiring journey, including guidance from Sachin Tendulkar, highlight a career-defining tournament….

Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan scored blistering fifties to power India to 255 for 5 against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad. Indian bowlers led by Jasprit Bumrah and some exceptional catching by Ishan Kishan in the outfield helped India register a 96-run win…

India clinched the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title, defeating New Zealand in a thrilling final in Ahmedabad. The victorious Indian team secured a substantial $3 million prize money. Sanju Samson’s explosive 89 and Jasprit Bumrah’s stellar bowling performance were instrumental in India’s dominant victory, capping off a financially…

India posted a record 255/5 in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand, thanks to stellar knocks from Sanju Samson (89), Abhishek Sharma (52), and Ishan Kishan (54). This massive total sets a daunting target of 256 for the Blackcaps, who are now chasing the highest successful chase in…

India shattered T20 World Cup final records, posting a colossal 255/5 against New Zealand. Sanju Samson led the charge with a blistering 89, the highest individual score in a final. An explosive batting display, including a 98-run opening stand, ensured a commanding total, underlining India’s dominance in the shortest format….

Sanju Samson’s explosive 89 in the T20 World Cup final powered India to a historic feat, with the top three batters scoring 50+. Samson also set a new record for most sixes in a single tournament with 21. He joins an elite group with semi-final and final fifties, and matches…

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar proposes alterations to India’s lineup for the T20 World Cup final. He suggests dropping Abhishek Sharma due to consistent batting struggles. Rinku Singh could replace him, with Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson opening. Gavaskar also considers bringing in Kuldeep Yadav for Varun Chakravarthy, citing the latter’s…

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New Zealand bowler Brett Randell made history by becoming the first player in 254 years of first-class cricket to take five wickets in five consecutive deliveries. Playing for Central Districts against Northern Districts, he finished with 7/25, helping bowl out ND for 82 after CD’s 373 in the Plunket Shield…

Nine ODI World Cup semi-finals. Two finals. Five T20 World Cup semi-finals and now a second final on Sunday. New Zealand’s record in big-ticket tournaments is anything but accidental, yet they continue to be casually described as cricket’s perennial dark horses. …

Finn Allen transformed from a middle-order batter into New Zealand’s explosive T20 opener after Wellington coach Glenn Pocknall promoted him to open in 2020. Recognising his power and attacking potential, Pocknall nurtured Allen’s aggressive style through challenging training. Allen later proved the decision right with record-breaking performances, including a 33-ball…

Silence and crowd noise were back in discussion ahead of Sunday’s final but India captain Suryakumar Yadav chose to downplay the chatter. He acknowledged the challenges, pressure and excitement a final brings, and his message to the team was simple: be courageous. …

Struggling for form in the 2026 T20 World Cup, Abhishek Sharma quietly received support from his biggest backer. On the eve of the final in Ahmedabad, Rajkumar Sharma, his father, and childhood coach watched from afar during India’s nets, offering silent belief that the opener can rediscover his touch on…

Lakshya Sen has reached the All England Open Badminton Championships final. He defeated Victor Lai in a tough semifinal. This marks his second appearance in the title match. Sen battled through pain to secure the win. He joins Prakash Padukone as the only Indian to achieve this feat twice. Sen…

Michael Vaughan has criticized the ICC’s unequal treatment of teams exiting the T20 World Cup, highlighting England’s swift charter flight home while West Indies and South Africa remain stranded in Kolkata. He argued that a team’s influence at the ICC should not dictate their post-elimination travel arrangements, emphasizing fair treatment…