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India batter Rinku Singh has returned home due to a family medical emergency, as his father’s health has worsened during cancer treatment. He missed India’s training session in Chennai on Tuesday and there is no clarity on when he will rejoin the squad, which may force team management to consider…

World champion D Gukesh criticised Vladimir Kramnik’s cheating allegations, saying cheating has been made a bigger issue than it is. While firmly against unethical play, Gukesh said he does not support Kramnik’s approach and called for harmony in chess. The 19-year-old spoke ahead of the Prague International Chess Festival, where…

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India’s T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal path is challenging. A significant loss to South Africa has impacted their net run rate. India must win their upcoming matches convincingly. Dominant victories are crucial to improve their net run rate and secure a spot in the semifinals. The team faces Zimbabwe and…

Anil Kumble sees West Indies as strong T20 World Cup contenders after their dominant win, highlighting their knockout stage readiness and explosive batting. He noted Hetmyer’s crucial innings and Powell’s power. Kumble also cautioned that India faces a tougher path to the semi-finals following their significant defeat to South Africa,…

Ravichandran Ashwin has advised Pakistan to promote Fakhar Zaman to the middle order for their crucial Super 8 clash against England. Ashwin believes Zaman’s ability to sweep and use his feet can counter England’s spinners, Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson, citing Nepal’s successful strategy against Rashid. …

The Pakistan vs England T20 World Cup Super 8 match in Kandy is expected to be played under favourable weather conditions. Temperatures will be around 19°C with mostly clear skies and light winds. Rain chances are low at 13%, with minimal thunderstorm risk. Weather interruptions are unlikely, so a full…

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar criticised India’s bowling after their 76-run loss to South Africa, calling the attack fragile and exposed. He slammed Hardik Pandya and Shivam Dube for conceding 67 runs, saying they lacked pace and intimidation. Akhtar also criticised Varun Chakaravarthy’s costly spell and urged India to play…

Team India faces a tough path to the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals after a significant 76-run loss to South Africa. Currently third in Group 1, India must win both remaining matches to keep their hopes alive. A single victory will see them eliminated, making their upcoming games crucial for…

West Indies crushed Zimbabwe by 107 runs in the T20 World Cup Super Eights, powered by Shimron Hetmyer’s explosive 85 off 34 balls in a massive 254-6. Zimbabwe collapsed early in the chase and were bowled out for 147 despite Brad Evans’ 43. Gudakesh Motie and Akeal Hosein starred with…

West Indies delivered a historic batting performance, posting the second-highest T20 World Cup total of 254/6 against Zimbabwe. Shimron Hetmyer’s blistering 85 off 34 balls, the fastest T20 World Cup fifty by a West Indian, set the stage for the monumental score. …

Shimron Hetmyer smashed a blistering 19-ball half-century at the Wankhede Stadium, setting a new West Indies record in T20 World Cup history. This remarkable feat surpassed Chris Gayle’s previous record of 23 balls. Hetmyer’s aggressive innings showcased the Caribbean team’s fearless approach to the game. …

Having scored 220 runs already, Sahibzada Farhan has emerged as Pakistan’s batting constant in a turbulent T20 World Cup. As questions swirl around strike rates, collapses, and pressure on senior players, Sahibzada Farhan remains unmoved. Even with Virat Kohli’s iconic tournament run record in view. For him, the focus is…

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Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar analyzed India’s batting collapse against South Africa, noting Ishan Kishan’s early dismissal after Abhishek Sharma’s cheap exit. Nayar emphasised the need for better plans against quality off-spin, citing upcoming matches against the West Indies and Roston Chase. …