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Steve Smith added to Australia's T20 World Cup squad

Australia have confirmed a major late addition to their Men’s T20 World Cup squad, with Steve Smith drafted in ahead of a crucial must-win clash against Sri Lanka on Monday. The experienced batter replaces Josh Hazlewood, who was ruled out of the tournament earlier this month due to an Achilles injury. When Hazlewood was initially sidelined, Australia had opted not to immediately name a replacement. But now their campaign hanging in the balance, they have included…

Feb 16, 2026

"It's a pretty disappointed dressing room": Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson assesses defeat against India

In a one-sided clash at the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo on Sunday, Pakistan suffered a crushing 61-run defeat at the hands of arch-rivals India . India posted a formidable 175/7 in 20 overs after being asked to bat, with Ishan Kishan blasting a blistering knock of 77 off 40 balls to set the tone on a slow surface, giving India the momentum they needed after an early wicket of Abhishek Sharma. Despite deploying…

Feb 16, 2026

"I'm not thinking about any rivalry": Indian all-rounder's massive remark after win against Pakistan

India’s star all-rounder Axar Patel has made it clear that he does not buy into the hype surrounding high-voltage clashes with Pakistan , emphasising that he approaches every match with the same mindset. His comments came after India registered a commanding 61-run victory over Pakistan in their Men's T20 World Cup 2026 encounter in Colombo on Sunday. "See, we are seeing them as a team. So we are not thinking about these rivalries or whatever. So we are…

Feb 16, 2026

Shoaib Akhtar blasts Pakistan after loss to India

India continued their impressive run in the T20 World Cup 2026 , defeating arch-rivals Pakistan by 61 runs in a high-intensity Group A clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday. With the victory, the defending champions marched into the Super Eight stage, completing a perfect hat-trick of wins in the group phase. After being put in to bat, India posted a competitive 175/7 in 20 overs, riding on a scintillating knock from Ishan…

Feb 16, 2026

Amelia Kerr appointed New Zealand captain

New Zealand cricket has ushered in a new era by appointing star all-rounder Amelia Kerr as the captain of the White Ferns across all formats. The highly talented star takes over the leadership reins following the departure of veteran skipper Sophie Devine , who stepped down after the Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 held in October. Amelia Kerr has evolved into the backbone of New Zealand’s white-ball setup. In 172 international appearances, Kerr has…

Feb 16, 2026

India overpower Pakistan in one-sided T20 World Cup clash

In a high-voltage face-off that lived up to its historic rivalry, Indian batters and bowlers combined brilliantly to script a commanding 61-run victory over Pakistan in a one-sided T20I World Cup match on Sunday in Colombo. The huge dominance by India against Pakistan also helped them secure their third straight win of the tournament. After being asked to bat, India posted a competitive total of 175/7 in 20 overs. The innings was smartly anchored by a tremendous knock…

Feb 15, 2026

T20 World up 2026: Pakistan decide to field in tense face-off against India

The atmosphere in Colombo is electric as Pakistan won the toss and chose to field in what promises to be a high-voltage encounter against arch-rivals India in the Men's T20 World Cup. Whenever these two cricketing giants collide, the stakes are always high, and this clash is no different. Notably, the India-Pakistan rivalry remains one of the most intense spectacles in world sport. India have traditionally enjoyed the upper hand, building a record that heavily…

Feb 15, 2026

Ex-Indian batter slams India’s no-handshake policy ahead of T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Pakistan

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has sharply criticised India’s no-handshake policy with Pakistan , calling the gesture “silly” and suggesting that it sends the wrong message on the global stage. His remarks came just hours before the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan encounter at the Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo on Sunday. The policy, which first drew attention during the Asia Cup 2025, has remained a subject of intense…

Feb 15, 2026

West Indies knock down Nepal in massive win

Delivering a magnificent performance, West Indies thrashed Nepal by nine wickets in the 25th match of the ongoing T20 World Cup at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a modest target of 134, West Indies displayed effectiveness with the bat, reaching 134/1 in 15.2 overs. Captain Shai Hope led from the front with an unbeaten 61, anchoring the innings fluently. Shimron Hetmyer also played a big role, contributing 46 runs as…

Feb 15, 2026

Rain looms over marquee clash between India and Pakistan

The countdown has begun for one of cricket’s most anticipated rivalries as India and Pakistan prepare to clash in the T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday in Colombo. The match is scheduled to take place at the R. Premadasa Stadium, a venue where many memorable encounters over the years have been witnessed, but Sunday’s showdown promises to be special given the stakes and the magnitude of the rivalry. However, there is growing concern that the weather may…

Feb 15, 2026

Suryakumar stays tight-lipped on handshake debate ahead of India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash

As anticipation builds for the blockbuster T20 World Cup face-off between India and Pakistan in Colombo, India captain Suryakumar Yadav chose to remain tight-lipped on whether team India would shake hands with their opponents. India are set to face arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday in Colombo, in what promises to be one of the most high-voltage clashes of the tournament. Addressing the press conference, Suryakumar made it clear that the…

Feb 14, 2026

"The game should be played in spirit": Pakistan captain Salman Agha ahead of India-Pakistan showdown

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has remained tight-lipped on whether his side will participate in a customary pre-match handshake with India ahead of their much-anticipated T20 World Cup clash on Sunday in Colombo. However, he asserted that regardless of the decision, players from both teams should uphold the spirit of the game in what promises to be a high-voltage clash. His comments come in light of the India-Pakistan handshake row at the Asia Cup 2025, where hours…

Feb 14, 2026