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Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza believes their strong group stage, including wins over Australia and Sri Lanka, has earned them respect heading into the Super Eights. Despite facing formidable opponents like India and South Africa, Raza remains unfazed, emphasizing a game-by-game approach and the team’s confidence in their preparation and clear…

The Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir will be held in Hubballi, not Bengaluru, due to ongoing safety upgrades at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. This strategic move, confirmed by KSCA, aims to ensure a high-quality spectator experience and promote cricket statewide, fostering fan engagement beyond the capital….

Former India captain Kris Srikkanth has lauded Varun Chakravarthy as India’s most dangerous weapon in the T20 World Cup 2026, even suggesting he’s more lethal than Jasprit Bumrah. Srikkanth highlighted Varun’s exceptional form and deceptive variations, noting batters’ struggles to decipher his bowling. He believes Varun deserves more recognition and…

Pakistan Hockey Federation president Tariq Bugti resigned following a controversy over the national team’s accommodation during their Australia tour. The issue gained traction after a video showed players with luggage on the street, despite the captain initially claiming all was fine. …

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has issued a stark warning to India’s Abhishek Sharma following his three consecutive ducks in the T20 World Cup 2026. Amir drew parallels to Saim Ayub’s early struggles, emphasizing how quality bowlers exploit technical flaws. …

South Africa’s specialist consultant Albie Morkel lightened the mood ahead of their UAE clash, joking about his brother Morne’s role with India. Albie’s focus on yorkers and building confidence has bolstered the Proteas’ formidable pace attack, with bowlers like Lungi Ngidi and Marco Jansen excelling. He credits Stephen Fleming for…

Jammu and Kashmir’s remarkable journey to the Ranji Trophy final, marked by self-belief and meticulous planning, has transformed them into title contenders. Coach Ajay Sharma’s patient approach and the development of a core group of talented young players, supported by improved infrastructure and pre-season exposure, have been pivotal to this…

India have won all four group-stage matches at the T20 World Cup, but cracks have emerged, particularly against off-spin in the middle overs. Fixed batting roles and slow scoring by Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have hurt momentum, giving opponents a clear blueprint. Rivals like South Africa will target this…

Saad Bin Zafar moved from Pakistan to Canada in 2004 for education, with cricket initially just a hobby. After years of inconsistency, he became a key player and leader for Canada, helping regain ODI status and starring in the 2026 T20 World Cup. Balancing studies, jobs, and cricket, he eventually…

Sahibzada Farhan achieved a maiden T20I century against Namibia in the T20 World Cup 2026. While reaching the milestone, his approach in the closing moments drew criticism from Irfan Pathan, who felt the team’s total should have been prioritized. Despite this, Farhan’s unbeaten 100 helped Pakistan post 199/3, leading to…

India secured four wins in the T20 World Cup group stage but batting has been inconsistent. Different players have rescued the team in each match. The opening has been the biggest concern as the World No.1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma is yet to score a run in the tournament. …

Shadab Khan responded strongly to criticism from Mohammad Yousuf and Shahid Afridi after Pakistan’s loss to India, defending senior players and the team’s process. The all-rounder cited Pakistan’s lone World Cup win over India in 2021, brushed aside external criticism, and stressed that the team remains focused on winning the…

Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup campaign faces a blow as fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana is ruled out due to a muscle strain sustained against Australia. Dilshan Madushanka has been approved as his replacement. Pathirana’s injury, which occurred early in his spell, also raises concerns for his IPL franchise, Kolkata Knight…

Abhishek Sharma’s T20 World Cup campaign hit a new low as he registered his third consecutive duck against the Netherlands. The left-handed batter was dismissed for a first-ball duck by Aryan Dutt. India, having already qualified for the Super Eights, elected to bat first in their final group stage match….

Never short of headlines, Sahibzada Farhan completed a full-circle moment with a scintillating T20 World Cup century against Namibia in Colombo. From challenging selection norms and going unsold in the PSL to becoming only Pakistan’s second World Cup centurion. Pakistan defeated Namibia by 102 runs to cement their place in…