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New Zealand coach Rob Walter said India may be favourites in the T20 World Cup final but that does not guarantee victory. He called New Zealand comfortable as underdogs and praised their teamwork. Walter also highlighted their win over South Africa and praised captain Mitchell Santner’s calm leadership before the final clash.
Australia-Women secured a big 10-wicket win over India in the only pink-ball Test. India, trailing after their first innings of 198, struggled in the second, crumbling from 105/6 to 149, with Pratika Rawal’s resilient 63 the only bright spot. Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah, Shafali, Harmanpreet, and Deepti fell cheaply, leaving Australia to chase a mere 24 […]
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 culminates today as India takes on New Zealand in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium tonight from 7 PM IST. Cricket fever peaks with a spectacular closing ceremony featuring global pop icon Ricky Martin and Indian music stars Falguni Pathak and Sukhbir Singh, also promising fans an […]
India skipper Surya Kumar Yadav responded confidently to Kiwis skipper Mitchell Santner’s claim that he would silence Indian fans in the T20 World Cup final tonight. Referencing same comments from the Australian captain in 2023, Surya remarked that everyone is saying the same thin and urged them to try something new,’ adding that team India […]
The International Cricket Council’s three-day meeting in Qatar, scheduled for March 25-27, has been postponed due to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict. Originally set to host ICC Board Directors and senior officials, the meeting has been rescheduled next month, reflecting Qatar’s growing role in cricket development and ICC collaboration.
Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen is set to clash with Lin Chun-Yi in the men’s singles final of the 2026 All England Badminton Championship today. The high-stakes showdown to kick off this evening at 5:20 PM IST at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena. Having been a runner-up in 2022, Sen is also fueled by determination to finally lift […]
The much-awaited ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final match, which is eagerly awaited by crores of cricket fans, will begin tonight at 7 am. Team India will face New Zealand at the Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. However, they have met in the final three times in the IC–organized ODI and Test formats. Out of these, […]
The Women’s FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers begin in Hyderabad today, with India women’s hockey team set to take on Uruguay in the opening clash. The tournament will decide the final spots for the 2026 FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup scheduled from August 14-30. With nine teams already qualified, the top three sides from these […]
Lea Tahuhu has revealed her retirement from One Day Internationals, bringing the curtain down of her career with New Zealand women’s team. The pacer said representing her country over 100 times in ODIs was beyond what she ever imagined. After claiming 125 wickets in 103 matches, Tahuhu will continue playing T20s and aims to defend […]
Ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup final against New Zealand, three Indian players could be crucial for victory: explosive batter Ishan Kishan for strong starts, in‑form Sanju Samson for match‑winning innings, and veteran bowler Jasprit Bumrah to control batsmen in critical overs. Their performances on batting and bowling fronts could decide India’s title fate.
As India and New Zealand prepare to face off in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad, fans recall three classic finals between these teams. Past encounters have produced memorable, closely fought matches with standout performances and dramatic finishes. Cricket lovers are eagerly anticipating another intense showdown as both sides vie for the prestigious T20 […]
The T20 World Cup 2026 closing ceremony in Ahmedabad will begin at 5:30 PM IST on March 8 at Narendra Modi Stadium, ahead of the final. Global pop star Ricky Martin will perform, joined by Indian artists Sukhbir and Falguni Pathak. Gates open at 3:30 PM, offering a vibrant pre‑match celebration before India’s clash with New Zealand.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said the pitch for the T20 World Cup 2026 final in Ahmedabad is likely to be flat and high‑scoring, favouring batters. He also praised India’s bowling attack, especially Jasprit Bumrah, but expects a competitive contest. Santner emphasised his team’s readiness and confidence, despite India being heavy favourites as hosts.
The T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand in Ahmedabad will be played on a mixed-soil pitch made from red and black soil. The change reportedly followed India’s request for a balanced surface. Red soil offers better bounce and pace, helping batters play freely, while black soil adds grip for bowlers, creating […]
The Indian women’s hockey team will aim to secure a berth at the 2026 FIH Women’s World Cup during the qualifiers beginning March 8 in Hyderabad. Eight teams will compete for three spots. India, ranked ninth, will open against Uruguay and hope strong home support helps them qualify for their ninth appearance at the prestigious […]