The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced a ₹131 crore reward for the India national cricket team after winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. India defeated the New Zealand national cricket team by 96 runs in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, becoming the first team to defend the title […]
The Gujarat Titans have appointed former Australia opener Matthew Hayden as batting coach for the Indian Premier League 2026. Hayden, who scored over 15,000 international runs, brings vast experience in modern T20 batting. He replaces Matthew Wade and will help guide young players and strengthen the team’s batting lineup.
A $150 million cricket complex is coming to Fayetteville, North Carolina, covering 75 acres with two stadiums seating 15,000 each. The facility will include restaurants, apartments, soccer fields, and a fitness centre. Planned for 2027, it may host international cricket, concerts, and even serve as a training venue for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Australia women’s cricket team announced its squad for the West Indies tour. Star all-rounder Annabel Sutherland will be rested, and captain Sophie Molineux may be managed due to a back injury. The tour features three T20Is (March 19–23) and three ODIs (March 27–April 2), helping the team prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
New Zealand women’s national cricket team announced its squad for the five-match T20I series against South Africa women’s national cricket team starting March 15. Amelia Kerr will captain the team. Experienced players Suzie Bates and Sophie Devine return, while Georgia Plimmer makes a comeback after recovering from a shoulder injury ahead of the series.
Australia has agreed to grant visas to five Iranian women’s soccer players after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Canberra not to deport them, citing safety concerns. The athletes sought protection, fearing repercussions in Iran, and authorities confirmed they would be allowed to remain in Australia under humanitarian arrangements.
The absence of Babar Azam from Pakistan Cricket Board squad for the Pakistan tour of Bangladesh surprised many fans. However, Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson also clarified that Babar was not dropped. The series is being used to test young talent, with players like Ayub and Naseem Shah also left out as part of the […]
Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said India proved its vision by moving on from veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to build a younger squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. He praised the team’s fearless approach and strong bench strength, saying the decision helped create a balanced, modern side capable of dominating world cricket.
After India’s historic T20 WC 2026 triumph, the Telangana govt is set to honor Hyderabad stars Tilak Verma and Siraj for their contributions. While Siraj has previously received a reward, reports suggest Tilak Verma may be awarded a govt job alongside a substantial cash prize. The announcement is awaited, but the recognitions highlight the state’s […]
Former England captain Nasser Hussain called India “virtually unbeatable” after they beat New Zealand to win the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, praising their powerful batting and Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling. India clinched their third T20 title and second in a row, drawing acclaim from cricket experts and legends worldwide.
After the conclusion of the ICC T20 WC, leading portal ESPNcricinfo revealed its Team of the Tournament, featuring five Indian stars.The squad includes Sanju Samson (wk), Aiden Markram (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Will Jacks, Jason Holder, Adil Rashid, Jasprit Bumrah, Lungi Ngidi and Blessing Muzarabani, with Ishan Kishan also named.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated ICC Chairman Jay Shah for successfully organising the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament ended with India winning the historic title. Infantino praised Shah for his efforts in ensuring the event was smoothly conducted and celebrated as a major success in world cricket.
World Cup winners so far: 2007 – India (Dhoni), 2009 – Pak (Younis Khan), 2010 – England (Collingwood), 2012 – West Indies (Sammy), 2014 – Sri Lanka (Malinga), 2016 – West Indies (Sammy), 2021 – Australia (Finch), 2022 – England (Buttler), 2024 – India (Rohit), 2026 – India (Suryakumar Yadav).
India’s emphatic victory over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final created history both on the field and online. Streaming platform Jio Hotstar recorded over 80 million viewers during the match. The number reflects only OTT users, while millions more watched on television, making the overall audience for India’s dominant win truly massive and […]
India has won six ICC trophies recently. The list includes the Women’s U19 World Cup 2025, Champions Trophy 2025, Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, Men’s U19 World Cup 2026, and Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. These victories highlight India’s growing dominance in international cricket across categories.