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Injury cloud hover over Hazlewood as Australia add Sean Abbott to T20 World Cup squad

Josh Hazlewood’s latest injury setback has dealt a big blow to Australia’s campaign at the T20I World Cup 2026, with the fast bowler set to miss the opening phase of the tournament as he continues his recovery in Sydney. The fast bowler is the only member of Australia’s established pace attack, comprising Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, selected for the tournament. However, his participation remains in doubt after an Achilles problem derailed his home Ashes summer.…

Feb 2, 2026

T20 World Cup 2026: All the squads as the tenth edition of the tournament nears

The tenth edition of the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup is shaping up to be a vibrant celebration of cricket, with 20 teams set to converge on the subcontinent. The tournament, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka , is scheduled to begin on February 7. Among the 20 teams, apart from the hosts, there are the top seven teams – England, Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, USA and West Indies, from the…

Feb 2, 2026

"I think if you withdraw at the last moment...": Sunil Gavaskar on Pakistan's call to boycott match against India

Pakistan have decided to boycott their highly anticipated match against arch-rivals India at the ICC T20I World Cup 2026 . The decision, taken at the last moment, has triggered a wave of discussion. The matches between India and Pakistan are global spectacles, drawing millions of viewers, and a boycott by Pakistan throws the tournament into disruption. Pakistan were scheduled to face India in Colombo on February 15. Pakistan's decision comes in light…

Feb 2, 2026

ICC warns of long-term implications as Pakistan decide to boycott match against India

The T20 World Cup 2026 has been plunged into confusion following Pakistan’s announcement that it will boycott their high-profile match against India, scheduled to be played in Colombo on February 15. The potential withdrawal from one of the most watched fixtures has sent shockwaves through the tournament because matches between India and Pakistan are the only global sporting events that attract millions of viewers, and Pakistan's latest decision has come as a massive setback.

Feb 2, 2026

Pakistan to boycott match against India at 2026 T20 World Cup

Pakistan will not play their scheduled match against India at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup , as they have decided to boycott the highly anticipated showdown. The development follows a statement issued through the Government of Pakistan’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, which confirmed that the national team has been granted permission to travel to Sri Lanka for the competition. Notably, India and Pakistan were set to lock horns in their Group A…

Feb 1, 2026

"Very excited for the World Cup": Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav after pummelling New Zealand

India delivered a commanding all-round performance to overpower New Zealand by 46 runs in the final T20I in Thiruvananthapuram, clinching the five-match series 4–1 and sending a strong message ahead of the upcoming T20I World Cup. Ishan Kishan slammed a sensational maiden T20I century. Opening the innings, Kishan played a breathtaking knock of 103 from just 43 deliveries to help India pile on 271/8 in 20 overs. Moreover, India's mighty batting depth was on full display…

Feb 1, 2026

IND vs NZ, 5th T20I: Ishan Kishan’s blitz powers India to crushing 46-run win over New Zealand

India signed off their T20I series against New Zealand in dominant fashion, handing the visitors a thumping 46-run defeat in the fifth and final match at Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday. The night totally belonged to Ishan Kishan, whose eye-catching batting blitz lit up the stadium and left the New Zealand bowling attack in tatters. After winning the toss and opting to bat, India produced a batting masterclass, piling up a mammoth 271/5 in…

Jan 31, 2026

David Miller cleared for 2026 T20 World Cup after injury setback

South Africa experienced batter David Miller , who has been declared fit after recovering from a groin injury sustained during the SA20 league, is now set to join the national setup as preparations intensify for the T20I World Cup. Miller picked up the injury while representing Paarl Royals in the SA20. Following the injury, he missed the franchise’s final two matches of the season, both of which came in the playoffs. He was also rested from South Africa’s…

Jan 31, 2026

Pat Cummins ruled out of T20 World Cup 2026

Australia’s selection panel has made a series of eye-catching decisions ahead of the T20I World Cup, ruling out champion fast bowler Pat Cummins . Cummins will sit out the T20 World Cup as Australia continues to manage his recovery from stress fractures in his back. Selectors, meanwhile, have added Sydney Sixers left-arm seamer Ben Dwarshuis to the final 15-player squad, earning a reward for his consistency and effectiveness in domestic T20 cricket. The selectors…

Jan 31, 2026

Ex-Indian batter applauds Gautam Gambhir as India continue T20I dominance

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has lauded Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir following India’s successful outing in the ongoing five-match T20I series against New Zealand. Despite a setback in the fourth match, India sealed the series early with commanding performances in the opening three games. India’s aggressive brand of cricket was on full display as Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates stormed to a 3–0 lead. Although the hosts suffered a…

Jan 31, 2026

England captain Harry Brook admits to lying after Wellington night out incident

England's white-ball captain Harry Brook has admitted that he was not truthful about the circumstances surrounding an altercation at the end of a Halloween night out in Wellington, accepting that he claimed to be alone to harbour teammates from scrutiny. The latest comments have added another layer of controversy to an episode that has already resulted in massive disciplinary action, just days before England begin their T20 World Cup campaign. Brook was struck by a…

Jan 31, 2026

Dhruv Parashar and Mayank Kumar named in UAE's squad T20 World Cup 2026

The United Arab Emirates have confirmed their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 , making a couple of notable changes as they fine-tune their combination ahead of the global event. All-rounder Dhruv Parashar and opening batter Mayank Kumar have earned call-ups to the side, replacing Basil Hameed and Rahul Chopra. The selections come in the middle of UAE’s ongoing two-match T20I series against Ireland. Hameed and Chopra, who…

Jan 31, 2026