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Jan

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ICC warns Bangladesh with replacement threat for T20 World Cup 2026, offers one day to announce final decision

The ICC has given Bangladesh one day to confirm travel to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup, warning they will be replaced if they refuse. A board vote backed replacement, with Scotland on standby to take Bangladesh’s spot. New Delhi: The International Cricket Council has moved closer to a decisive resolution in its standoff with the Bangladesh Cricket Board over Bangladesh’s refusal to travel to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup. An ICC board meeting, involving representatives from all Full Member nations, had taken place to address the issue and its potential consequences for the tournament. Multiple senior…

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21

Jan

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Will RCB play IPL 2026 matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium? KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad reveals details

KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad shared details if Chinnaswamy Stadium can host IPL 2026 matches. He said that the remainder of the work will be done in due course and the ground will be ready, before adding that the defending champions haven't communicated anything to the authorities. Bengaluru: Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) chief Venkatesh Prasad, on January 21, addressed the concerns regarding the M Chinnaswamy Stadium’s availability for IPL 2026. In a press conference in Bengaluru, the former cricketer revealed that the state authorities have permitted them to host matches in the forthcoming season, given some of the conditions are…

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21

Jan

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England announce playing XI for first ODI vs Sri Lanka, recall opening batter after 776 days

England have named their playing XI, a day before the first ODI of the three-match series against Sri Lanka, to be played on January 22. Harry Brook will lead the side in the 50-over format, even as his eyes will be on the upcoming T20 World Cup, starting from February 7. Colombo: England have named their playing XI for the first ODI of the three-match series against Sri Lanka starting on January 22. The match will be played at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the venue which is also slated to host the T20 World Cup 2026 matches next…

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21

Jan

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Daryl Mitchell trumps Virat Kohli to become top batter in ICC ODI rankings after blockbuster India series

Daryl Mitchell has become the top batter in the latest ICC ODI rankings, trumping Virat Kohli, after smashing 352 runs, including centuries in the last two matches of the series. Kohli has slipped to second place despite scoring a majestic ton in the final ODI in the losing cause. New Delhi: New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell is the new number one batter in the latest ICC ODI rankings. He smashed centuries in the second and third ODIs against India and was expected to overtake Virat Kohli in the rankings despite the latter smashing a majestic, hard-fought ton in the final…

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21

Jan

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PCB writes to ICC supporting Bangladesh’s stance in T20 World Cup 2026 controversy

A final decision on Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 is expected today after weeks of back and forth. Meanwhile, the Pakistan cricket board (PCB) have written to the ICC showing support to Bangladesh's stance of refusing to travel to India for the tournament. New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to take a final call today on Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to get underway on February 7. A day before the development, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) jumped into the controversy, writing to the ICC, supporting the stance of the…

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Jan

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Carlos Alcaraz vs Yannick Hanfmann live score: Spaniard takes on German in round 2 of Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz vs Yannick Hanfmann Live: The 22-year-old from Spain is one of the favourites to win the Australian Open as he is taking on Hanfmann from Germany in the second round. Will there be an upset today or Alcaraz will sail through to 3rd round? Follow for live updates: Melbourne: Carlos Alcaraz vs Yannick Hanfmann live score: The 22-year-old from Spain is facing Hanfmann of Germany in the second round of Australian Open today. Both players faced each other six years ago when Alcaraz was only 16 years old. He had won the clash 7-6, 7-6 then and Hanfmann will…

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21

Jan

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India vs New Zealand Live telecast: When and where to watch IND vs NZ T20I series on TV and streaming?

The five-match T20I series between India and New Zealand is all set to get underway today in Nagpur. This is the final chance for both teams to fine-tune their line-up ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. Here's the telecast and live streaming details for the series: Nagpur: The five-match T20I series between India and New Zealand is all set to get underway today at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. This series is the final chance for both teams to fine-tune their lineups ahead of the T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to start on February 7. New Zealand are…

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21

Jan

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Kylian Mbappe stars as Real Madrid smash Monaco for a six in UEFA Champions League clash

Real Madrid thrashed Monaco in the UEFA Champions League clash by 6-1 margin to jump to second place over Bayern Munich in the points table. Kylian Mbappe was the star for them, finding the nets twice, with his first goal coming as early as in the fifth minute. Madrid (Spain): As many as 73,599 football fans witnessed utter domination at Estadio Bernabéu in Spain as Real Madrid thrashed Monaco in the UEFA Champions League clash to boost their chances of making it to the final 16. The 15-time European champions built on the 2-0 win over Levante in the La Liga…

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Jan

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DC-W vs MI-W WPL Match Score Live: Delhi Capitals fight to remain alive, Mumbai Indians search for momentum

DC-W vs MI-W WPL Match Score Live: Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians in their fifth match of the Women's Premier League 2026. DC seek to carry on this momentum after recent defeats. Vadodara: DC-W vs MI-W WPL Match Score Live: Delhi Capitals enter their upcoming WPL clash against Mumbai Indians under mounting pressure, having failed to live up to expectations. Despite being three-time finalists and boasting a strong squad on paper, Delhi find themselves last on the table after four games, with just two points and a net run rate of -0.856. A heavy defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in…

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Jan

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Who is Deeya Yadav? 16-year-old sets new record in WPL history

Delhi Capitals handed a WPL debut to 16-year-old batter Deeya Yadav against Mumbai Indians at DY Patil Stadium. Picked for Rs 10 lakh after strong domestic performances, the teenager earned praise from skipper Jemimah Rodrigues for her power-hitting ability. Vadodara: The spotlight at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai turned firmly toward youth as Delhi Capitals introduced a teenage debutant for their Women’s Premier League clash against Mumbai Indians on Tuesday. With the tournament intensifying as each fixture passes, DC made a bold call by handing a place in the playing XI to 16-year-old batter Deeya Yadav against the…

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