Sports

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Pakistan knocked out of T20 World Cup 2026 despite beating Sri Lanka, New Zealand qualify for semifinals

KANDY: Pakistan have been knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2026. They failed to restrict Sri Lanka to 147 runs or fewer while defending the total of 212 runs. Pakistan needed to win by 65 runs or more to surpass New Zealand in terms of net run-rate, but they couldn't. New Zealand have now qualified for the semifinal of the T20 World Cup and will meet South Africa on March 4 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. More to follow...

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Sahibzada Farhan creates history with stunning 59-ball century vs Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup

KANDY: Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan created history today as he became the first batter ever to score two centuries in a single T20 World Cup edition. He notched up a 59-ball ton against Sri Lanka in the must-win clash of the T20 World Cup as Pakistan posted 212 runs in their 20 overs after being invited to bat first in Pallekele. Farhan had earlier smashed a century against Namibia in the group stage and in the process, has also scored the most runs in a single T20 World Cup edition, surpassing Virat Kohli. After losing the toss, Pakistan had to…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Sahibzada Farhan breaks Virat Kohli’s legendary record in T20 World Cup

Colombo: Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan broke Virat Kohli’s record for most runs by a batter in a single edition of the T20 World Cup. The former India captain held the record for 12 years, having scored 319 runs in six innings in the 2014 edition of the marquee tournament. Farhan, with his blistering knock against Sri Lanka in their final Super Eights clash surpassed him to hold the record. Most runs in a single edition of the tournament: Player Runs Year Sahibzada Farhan 320 runs* 2026 Virat Kohli 319 runs 2014 …

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

India enter whatever it takes mode to play ‘fire with fire’ against West Indies in must-win Super Eights clash

Kolkata: It’s a simple calculation. The winner of the India vs West Indies match at the iconic Eden Gardens on March 1 will go on to play the semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2026. Hence, the stakes are quite high but both teams are optimistic of their chances. However, they understand that the virtual quarter-final is worthy of a final as both teams have enough firepower in the tank that if gone berserk, can entertain the fans with a high-scoring affair. For West Indies, this could be their biggest T20 outing since their 2016 World Cup triumph at the…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

PAK vs SL T20 World Cup 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Latest Match Updates, Scorecard, Teams

KANDY: PAK vs SL Live cricket score: Pakistan and Sri Lanka will face each other today in the final Super 8 Group 1 clash of the T20 World Cup. Sri Lanka have already been knocked out of the tournament but Pakistan are still alive and will need a big win today to knock New Zealand out and qualify for the semis. Can they bring out their best game today and confine the hosts to another loss? Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Head to Head in T20Is Pakistan and Sri Lanka have faced each other 29 times in the shortest format of…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

CM Omar Abdullah announces Rs 2 crore cash prize for Jammu and Kashmir players after historic Ranji title win

New Delhi: Jammu and Kashmir scripted history and clinched their maiden Ranji Trophy title. The side took on Karnataka in the summit clash of the tournament in Hubballi, and after the game was ultimately drawn, Jammu and Kashmir were declared the champions as they held the lead in the first innings.  It is worth noting that this was the ninth time that a team had won the Ranji Trophy title in their maiden appearance in the final, and etching their name in the history books, Jammu Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah came forward and announced a massive Rs. 2 crore cash…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Jammu and Kashmir script history, clinch maiden Ranji Trophy title after bout against Karnataka

Hubballi (Karnataka) : Jammu and Kashmir, after drawing the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final, have scripted history and have clinched their maiden Ranji final. While many backed Karnataka to take the title once more, Jammu and Kashmir proved the critics wrong and etched their names in the history books. It is worth noting that the game ended in a draw, but due to Jammu and Kashmir holding the lead in the first innings of the game, the side was declared the winners as they clinched their maiden title.  Notably, J&K dominated the clash throughout the five days, putting in a brilliant…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Former India cricketer previews India’s upcoming crucial World Cup clash against the West Indies

New Delhi: Game 52 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 will see India taking on the West Indies. The two sides will lock horns at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 1, and the game is a must-win affair for the Indian team, as a victory would mean that the Men in Blue will book their ticket into the knockout stages of the tournament.  Ahead of the game, former India cricketer Piyush Chawla came forward and gave his take on the upcoming clash against the West Indies. He talked about how big of a role pressure plays in…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Will Jacks equals Shane Warne’s tally after sensational performance against New Zealand in Colombo

New Delhi: England registered a brilliant victory against New Zealand in game 49 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. The two sides locked horns at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 27, and the Black Caps posted a total of 159 runs in the first innings.  New Zealand looked like winning the game, but the stellar performance of Will Jacks in the latter stages of the clash. Jacks went unbeaten on a score of 32 runs in 18 deliveries and helped England take the game away from New Zealand.  His performance also saw him win the Player…

Read More

28

Feb

By The Press Editor

0 Comments

Sports

Former India cricketer gives advice to Varun Chakaravarthy ahead of West Indies clash in Kolkata

New Delhi: The stage is set for game 52 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. The Indian team will lock horns with the West Indies at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. It is worth noting that if India win against the Windies, they will officially book their ticket to the knockout stages of the tournament.  Ahead of the clash, former India cricketer S. Badrinath took centre stage and gave a piece of advice to star India spinner Varun Chakaravarthy. It is worth noting that Chakarvarthy struggled in the side’s last game against Zimbabwe, conceding 35 runs in four overs…

Read More