Huge blow! Pathirana ruled out of T20 World Cup, IPL 2026 in doubt

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…

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Three ducks in a row: Abhishek out for zero vs NED; yet to score a run in T20 WC

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….

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Sahibzada Farhan: Once made documentary on hitting sixes off Bumrah, now a World Cup centurion

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…

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‘How he justifies a spot?’: McGrath questions Green over Smith after T20 WC disaster

Australia’s ICC T20 World Cup 2026 exit has drawn criticism from Glenn McGrath, who questioned selecting Cameron Green over Steve Smith. Green’s poor batting and minimal bowling raised doubts about his place. Jason Gillespie also voiced concerns about underperforming youngsters like Cooper Connolly, highlighting a perceived decline in Australian dominance….

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Still waiting: Abhishek Sharma eyes first runs as India face Netherlands before Super 8s

India face the Netherlands in their final World Cup league match, aiming for Abhishek Sharma to regain form ahead of the Super 8s. This fixture offers a valuable opportunity for acclimatisation to the Ahmedabad venue, where India will play their opening Super 8 fixture. Despite the one-sided look on paper,…

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‘We deserve it’: Australia face backlash after ‘shambolic’ T20 World Cup exit

Australia’s T20 World Cup journey ended abruptly, sparking outrage over their bowling frailties and questionable selections. Former spinner Brad Hogg labelled the campaign “shambolic,” highlighting a severe lack of bowling depth. Injuries and strategic missteps, including the handling of Steve Smith, contributed to the stunning group-stage exit, leaving the team…

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‘He must be looked after and respected’: Ganguly backs appeal for Imran Khan

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has joined 13 other ex-skippers in urging Pakistan to treat Imran Khan with dignity and provide proper medical care amid concerns over his health in prison. The signatories expressed profound concern over Khan’s deteriorating vision and limited access to specialists and family, stressing humane treatment…

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Royals demand indemnity waiver from Rajasthan govt amid safety concerns at SMS Stadium

Rajasthan Royals are demanding an indemnity waiver from the state government for hosting IPL 2026 matches at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, citing a safety audit revealing stadium deficiencies. This comes after a crowd crush incident in Bengaluru. The BCCI notes SMS Stadium lags behind other IPL venues in modern facilities and…

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T20 World Cup: Leave Abhishek Sharma alone!

Despite a challenging start to the T20 World Cup with two ducks and a stomach infection, Abhishek Sharma will look to get going in the dead rubber against the Netherlands. The Indian team’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak remains confident in his aggressive approach, highlighting that opponents’ meticulous planning against him…

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Nepal end 12-year T20 World Cup drought with seven-wicket win over Scotland

Nepal secured a commanding seven-wicket victory over Scotland, ending a 12-year T20 World Cup winless streak. Kushal Bhurtel’s aggressive start and Dipendra Singh Airee’s unbeaten half-century powered the chase, successfully reaching Scotland’s 171 with 19.2 overs to spare. Michael Jones’ 71 had earlier set a competitive target for Scotland. …

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T20 WC Super 8 qualified teams: India, Zimbabwe — check the complete list here

India has dominated Group A, securing a Super 8 spot. Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe advance from Group B, surprisingly eliminating Australia. England, West Indies, New Zealand, and South Africa also confirmed their places. Pakistan faces a crucial match against Namibia for the final berth, with USA and Netherlands also in…

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‘There is a method’: Ex-India coach decodes Ishan Kishan’s masterclass vs Pak

Ishan Kishan has made a remarkable comeback in the T20 World Cup, scoring consecutive half-centuries and playing a crucial role in India’s Super 8s qualification. His match-winning 77 against Pakistan, characterized by fearless yet calculated strokeplay, has been highlighted as a testament to his form and clear role at the…

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‘Imran Khan deserves dignity’: 14 ex-captains write to Pak govt; Pakistan stars missing

Indian cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, alongside 12 other former international captains, have voiced grave concerns over Imran Khan’s health in jail. They’ve appealed to Pakistan’s government for adequate medical care and dignified treatment for the jailed cricketer-turned-politician, citing reports of significant vision loss due to alleged neglect….

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