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India faces New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, aiming to defend their title and become three-time champions. Despite a previous loss to South Africa, India reached the final after a strong semi-final win. New Zealand, however, holds a perfect 3-0 record against India in T20 World Cups, seeking…

Gukesh Dommaraju’s emotional apology during the Prague Masters highlighted a broader dip in form among India’s top players, including Arjun Erigaisi and Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa. Experts cite heavy schedules, distractions from fame, repetitive elite events and overreliance on engine preparation as factors. It is also likely that the slump is temporary….

With 13 wickets to his name, Varun Chakravarthy is currently the joint-leading wicket-taker of the 2026 T20 World Cup. In the first four matches, he picked up nine wickets at an economy rate of 5.17. In the last four games, however, he has leaked runs at 11.63 while picking up…

Jasprit Bumrah’s relentless training, including repeated yorker drills in practice, reflects his hunger to stay the best despite years of success and injuries. The 32-year-old pacer delivered another crucial performance in India’s World Cup semifinal against England, controlling the game with precise bowling. Praised by England captain Harry Brook, Bumrah…

Former England pacer Steve Harmison has cast doubt on Jos Buttler’s continued motivation for international cricket following a disappointing T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. Buttler struggled significantly, scoring only 87 runs and failing to register a half-century. Harmison urged Buttler to self-reflect on his desire to continue, suggesting it might…

UEFA has fined Real Madrid 15,000 euros and ordered a partial stadium closure. This action follows a supporter’s Nazi salute before a Champions League match. The club identified and removed the individual. Real Madrid condemned the gesture. The incident occurred before their match against Benfica. The Spanish club will face…

West Indies spinner Akeal Hosein expressed frustration over the team’s delayed return from India following their T20 World Cup exit, even jokingly asking Cristiano Ronaldo for a rescue. International travel disruptions due to escalating geopolitical tensions have impacted the squad’s journey home, despite Cricket West Indies arranging a charter flight….

Kapil Dev lauded Jasprit Bumrah as the world’s number one bowler after his crucial spell in India’s T20 World Cup semi-final win over England. He also praised Sanju Samson’s consistent batting. India now faces New Zealand in the final, aiming for multiple historic achievements. …

Sanju Samson has become a key player for India in the T20 World Cup 2026. He delivered crucial performances, including a 97 against West Indies and 89 in the semi-final against England. Samson’s form earned him a Player of the Tournament nomination. He now holds the record for most sixes…

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Mumbai Indians unveiled their new jersey for IPL 2026, featuring a repeating ‘M’ motif symbolizing the franchise’s identity and philosophy. The design, in signature blue and gold, aims to represent the team’s collective energy and forward-driving spirit. This fresh look comes as the team aims to end their championship drought…

As India gear up for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand, a debate rages over opener Abhishek Sharma’s place. Despite low scores, some back him as an ‘X factor’, while others advocate for Rinku Singh’s inclusion, citing predictability. The team management faces a crucial decision…

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis lauded Jasprit Bumrah as a “genie” after his crucial spell helped India secure a seven-run victory over England in the T20 World Cup semifinal. Du Plessis emphasised Bumrah’s match-winning ability across formats, highlighting his unique action that makes him difficult for batsmen to…

Axar Patel’s spectacular fielding heroics were pivotal in India’s nail-biting T20 World Cup semifinal win against England. His incredible diving catch to dismiss Harry Brook and a crucial relay catch to get Will Jacks broke vital partnerships. Patel deemed the Brook catch tougher, though the Jacks dismissal was more significant…

Sanju Samson continued his dream run at the T20 World Cup with a commanding 89 in Mumbai after an unbeaten 97 in Kolkata, powering India into the final. Once outside the playing XI, the wicketkeeper-batter has seized his opportunity with back-to-back match-winning knocks to become India’s unlikely hero. …