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Arch-rivals India and Pakistan prepare for the biggest group stage clash

The cricket's fiercest rivalry will be on full display when India and Pakistan lock horns in the 27th match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Colombo. With both teams unbeaten so far, the contest is being billed as the biggest group-stage encounter of the tournament — a high-voltage clash that carries history, pride, and huge expectations. The India–Pakistan rivalry is widely regarded as one of the fiercest in international cricket. When the two sides…

Feb 14, 2026

AUS-W vs IND-W, 1st T20I: Australia, India ramp up preparations for T20 World Cup

The highly anticipated multi-format showdown between Australia and India women begins on Sunday at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, where the first of three T20Is will be played. For Australia, this series signals more than just a return to T20 cricket, as it marks a significant transition in leadership. With Alyssa Healy stepping away from the shortest format, the responsibility now rests with Sophie Molineux , who takes…

Feb 14, 2026

"Credit also goes to him": Ishan Kishan highlights Hardik Pandya's role in his comeback

India crushed Namibia by 93 runs in their Group A clash at New Delhi on Thursday. However, the night belonged to India’s dynamic all-rounder Hardik Pandya , who delivered a complete performance with both bat and ball to power India to a comprehensive victory. Hardik turned the momentum decisively in India’s favour with a blistering 52 off 28 deliveries. His innings included four boundaries and four sixes. While Hardik provided the late…

Feb 14, 2026

Zimbabwe veteran Brendan Taylor ruled out of T20I World Cup

Zimbabwe's veteran wicketkeeper-batter Brendan Taylor has been ruled out of the remainder of the ongoing T20 World Cup after suffering a hamstring injury. Taylor sustained the injury during Zimbabwe’s opening match of the tournament against Oman. The experienced campaigner was batting fluently on 31 off 30 deliveries before pulling up and being forced to retire hurt. Zimbabwe have drafted in top-order batter Ben Curran as Taylor’s…

Feb 13, 2026

Naseem Shah enjoys huge pay-day at PSL's maiden auction

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) delivered eye-catching numbers in its first-ever player auction, with Naseem Shah and Faheem Ashraf emerging as the biggest winners of the historic event. Naseem Shah commanded the highest bid of the auction, moving from Islamabad United to the new franchise representing Rawalpindi for a staggering PKR 86.5 million. The transfer made him the most expensive player of the auction. Faheem Ashraf secured a…

Feb 12, 2026

T20 World Cup, 2026: Nepal set for historic Group C match against Italy

Nepal are gearing up for their Group C encounter against Italy at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday. This is an opportunity for Nepal to bounce back after a spirited performance against England on Sunday. Although they fell just short against England, Nepal showcased their fearless approach and growing confidence in high-pressure situations. Chasing a target of 185, Nepal, with their incredible batting, nearly pulled off a memorable…

Feb 12, 2026

Mohammad Hafeez urges sportsmanship ahead of India-Pakistan clash

Former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Hafeez has called for sportsmanship when India and Pakistan meet in the T20 World Cup 2026 on February 15 in Colombo, after a long standoff over the high-profile fixture was finally resolved. The much-anticipated clash will now go ahead as scheduled, following the Pakistan government’s decision to reverse their call to boycott the match. The deadlock between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the…

Feb 12, 2026

South Africa overcome Afghanistan following double Super Over chaos

In one of the most electrifying clashes in T20 World Cup history on Wednesday, South Africa and Afghanistan battled through two heart-stopping Super Overs and relentless drama before South Africa finally clinched a breathtaking 4-run victory in their Group D showdown in Ahmedabad. In a high-scoring battle, two no-balls from Kagiso Rabada in the final over left both teams locked at 187. Earlier, after being put in to bat, South Africa rode on blistering…

Feb 11, 2026

Sanguine India gear up to take on crestfallen Namibia

India and Namibia are all set to lock horns in the 18th match of the ongoing T20I World Cup on Thursday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Both sides will take the field under different circumstances, making this showdown an exciting battle. India head into the match riding high on confidence after a commanding victory over the United States in their tournament opener, strengthening their position in the group as they move forward in the…

Feb 11, 2026

"I kept telling myself, I will do it": Tilak Varma on his heroic knock against Pakistan in Asia Cup final

In a hair-raising Asia Cup final in Dubai last year, Tilak Varma was India's hero with a match-winning performance against arch-rivals Pakistan . Under immense pressure and with the title on the line, Varma held his nerve, displaying remarkable composure and steering India to a dramatic five-wicket victory in a clash that went down to the wire. Chasing a competitive target of 147, India’s innings began on shaky ground. The team…

Feb 11, 2026

New Zealand's Michael Bracewell out of T20 World Cup

New Zealand have been dealt a crushing blow with all-rounder Michael Bracewell being ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2026 after suffering a recurrence of a calf injury. The setback is huge, as Bracewell is set to miss close to three weeks of action. Bracewell picked up the injury during the third ODI against India last month, tearing his left calf. Although he recovered sufficiently to travel with the squad and even featured in the World Cup, he suffered a recurrence…

Feb 11, 2026

Seifert, Allen blast New Zealand to staggering 10-wicket win over UAE

Launching a relentless batting assault, openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen tore into the United Arab Emirates bowling attack to help New Zealand register a commanding 10-wicket victory in Chennai on Tuesday in the 11th match of the T20 World Cup. Chasing a competitive target of 174, Seifert and Allen were simply unstoppable, stitching together an unbroken opening stand to take New Zealand home in 15.2 overs. The pair…

Feb 10, 2026