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India have made their way into their 10th final of the U19 World Cup after achieving history in their semifinal against Afghanistan in 2026. Aaron George slammed a brilliant hundred as the Indians chased down 311 in the semifinal. New Delhi: India have created history as they have chased down the biggest target in the U19 World Cup ever with their stellar win over Afghanistan in the semifinal of the ongoing edition of the tournament. Led by Aaron George's stellar hundred, the Indian team chased down a mammoth target of 311 with ease at the Harare Sports Club to make…

India registered a win in their only warm-up fixture ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 as they made light work of South Africa at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. New Delhi: India emerged victorious in their final dress rehearsal before the T20 World Cup 2026 as they defeated South Africa in their warm-up clash at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai on Wednesday, February 4.  The defending champions piled up 240/6 batting first in what was another brilliant performance from the batters. Ishan Kishan scored a blistering 53, while almost everyone contributed in…

India is among six nations bidding to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, the AFC confirmed. Competing with Australia, South Korea and others, the bid marks India’s renewed push to host the continental tournament for the first time. New Delhi: India has re-entered the race to host Asia’s flagship international football event, with the Asian Football Confederation confirming the country as one of six bidders for the 2031 AFC Asian Cup. The announcement marks a renewed attempt by Indian football authorities to bring the continental tournament to the country for the first time. According to the AFC, the United Arab…

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif confirmed Pakistan will not play India in their T20 World Cup 2026 group match in Colombo. With no formal PCB notice to the ICC, the fixture remains scheduled, but India are set to receive a walkover if Pakistan skip the toss. New Delhi: Uncertainty has deepened around the marquee India–Pakistan clash at the T20 World Cup 2026 after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif publicly confirmed that the Men in Green will not take the field for the scheduled Group A fixture. The two sides are due to meet on February 15 in Colombo, but Sharif stated…

Sanju Samson did not come out to bat in India's T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up match, with Ishan Kishan opening in his place. Kishan has been in red-hot form and had hit a hundred in his last T20I outing. He scored a strong fifty in the practice game too. New Delhi: India seems to have made their decision on who is going to open in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026, with their calls in the last few days clearly indicating that Ishan Kishan is now way ahead of Sanju Samson.  With Kishan being in such red-hot form and Samson…

Rishabh Pant has been sidelined ever since suffering a side strain in the build-up to the ODI series against New Zealand last month. The wicketkeeper batter has opened up on his fitness and his comeback from the injury. New Delhi: India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant has opened up on his fitness status as he eyes a return to competitive cricket. The 28-year-old had suffered a right-sided internal oblique muscle tear during a practice session ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand last month. Speaking on his fitness, the wicketkeeper batter confirmed that he is recovering well and is hopeful…

Marc Guéhi explained his move to Manchester City, saying the club’s environment suits his drive to improve. He highlighted his calm, well-rounded game and credited supportive influences for his development as he begins work under Pep Guardiola. Mumbai: Marc Guéhi has spoken about his outlook, development, and motivation after joining Manchester City, offering insight into the mindset he believes will help him thrive at one of Europe’s most demanding clubs. In an interview, the defender emphasised balance, self-awareness, and growth over individual acclaim. Rather than defining himself by a single outstanding trait, Guéhi described his game as built on reliability…