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International Cricket Council Chairman Jai Shah revealed that the T20 World Cup 2026 has achieved a record-breaking milestone in India, with viewership surpassing 500 million, the highest ever for a T20 World Cup in the country. He expressed confidence that the numbers will climb even further as the high-stakes knockout matches commence, fueling excitement.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has become the most‑watched in history, with more than 500 million people in India tuning in, breaking all previous records. ICC Chairman Jay Shah said this shows cricket’s huge global appeal. The tournament, co‑hosted by India and Sri Lanka, still has semifinals and a final to play.
Jasprit Bumrah stands on the verge of a remarkable achievement, needing just one wicket to complete 500 international scalps for India. With 234 in Tests, 149 in ODIs and 116 in T20Is, he is set to join an elite list featuring legends like Anil Kumble, Ravichandran Ashwin and Kapil Dev, further cementing his legacy in […]
Today’s T20 World Cup semifinal features South Africa against New Zealand. Both teams meet in a knockout for the first time. Historically, South Africa has won all five previous knockout encounters and leads 12-7 overall in T20s. Riding a winning streak in this tournament, the Proteas are strong, but New Zealand will aim to turn […]
The first semifinal of the T20 World Cup 2026 will be played today between South Africa and New Zealand at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. South Africa, who lost to India in the 2024 final, aims to win the title this time. New Zealand, who reached semis on net run rate, hopes to make the most of […]
The second T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal sees India face England at Wankhede Stadium. India’s openers Abhishek Sharma (44 T20Is, 1,377 runs, avg 33.58) and Sanju Samson (60 T20Is, 1,221 runs, avg 25.97) take on England’s Phil Salt (59 T20Is, 1,712 runs, avg 34.93) and Jos Buttler (132 T20Is, 4,012 runs, avg 33.71).
Former head coach Ravi Shastri shared key advice for India ahead of the T20 World Cup semifinal against England. He said Abhishek’s poor scores are due to mental pressure but still backed him to remain in the squad. Shastri suggested Ishan should open the innings and recommended including Rinku Singh for the big match.
Defending champion Aravindh Chithambaram outwitted compatriot D. Gukesh with a textbook tactic in the sixth round of the Prague International Chess Festival Masters. The loss dropped reigning FIDE world champion Gukesh to 20th on live ratings. Since his December 2024 title, Gukesh has struggled, losing over 50 rating points, except at Tata Steel Masters 2025.
India and England will face each other for the third consecutive time in the T20 World Cup semifinals. England player Sam Curran said both teams know each other’s strategies well, so there are no secret tactics. He expressed confidence that England can beat India at Wankhede and reach the final, with plans ready for Abhishek.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said the team feels safe in India despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He confirmed Matt Henry will play in today’s T20 World Cup semifinal against South Africa. New Zealand reached the semifinals after a lucky win over Sri Lanka, who could not defend Pakistan’s set target.
India’s training session was delayed due to a lunar eclipse, but Hardik Pandya batted for over two hours ahead of the T20 World Cup semifinal against England. He focused on power hitting and timing under coaches’ supervision. Wankhede Stadium is expected to offer a flat, high-scoring pitch, with dew likely influencing the knockout clash.
New Zealand captain Santner says his team is used to being called underdogs ahead of the T20 World Cup semifinal against unbeaten South Africa at Eden Gardens. He stressed adaptation, controlling South Africa’s strong batting, and executing plans on a flat pitch. Santner highlighted the fine margins and excitement of playing in front of passionate […]
Ahead of their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi‑final against England, the Indian cricket team postponed its scheduled practice at Wankhede Stadium after plans changed due to a lunar eclipse. The session, originally set to start at 6 pm on March 3, was delayed by an hour amid beliefs that eclipses are inauspicious, altering preparations before the […]
India pacer Renuka Thakur has been ruled out of the only Test against Australia in Perth starting March 6 due to workload management. The BCCI said she has been advised rest and is under medical supervision. Kashvee Gautam replaces her. Renuka’s absence is a setback after India won the T20I series but lost the ODIs.
Team India will take on England in the T20 World Cup semifinal at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on March 5. The first look of the pitch shows some grass, expected to be cleared before the match, making it ideal for batting. Spin dominated earlier games, and India might include Kuldeep Yadav if three spinners are used.