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Feb

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Afghanistan appoint new coach after Jonathan Trott’s exit following T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi: Afghanistan have appointed England-born Richard Pybus as their new head coach following the departure of Jonathan Trott. The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed the development on Tuesday, emphasising Pybus' illustrious achievements during his coaching days.  Pybus is a celebrated support staff member despite his cricket career having been cut short due to a spate of injuries. The England-born was with the West Indies cricket team from 2013 to 2019, having served in different capacities, including Head Coach, Director of Cricket, and Head of High Performance in varied times.  "During this period, he designed and managed the high-performance structure that…

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Feb

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KAR vs J-K Ranji Trophy final Day 2 LIVE Cricket Score: Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir Latest Match Updates, Scorecard

New Delhi: In the final of the Ranji Trophy Elite 2025–26, Jammu & Kashmir firmly stamped their authority on the very first day. Playing at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground, the team piled up 284 runs for the loss of two wickets by stumps, pushing Karnataka onto the back foot in this title clash. After winning the toss and opting to bat, Jammu & Kashmir did not get the start they had hoped for. Kamran Iqbal was dismissed for 6 with the team score at just 18. However, Yawer Hassan and Shubham Pundir steadied the innings with a crucial 139-run…

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25

Feb

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Who is Connor Hellebuyck? US hockey Olympic star to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom

New Delhi: President Donald Trump announced that the USA's Olympic hero goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will be honoured with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honour. Trump made the announcement during his State of the Union address, emphasising the heroics of Hellebuyck in the Olympic final against Canada. The goaltender Hellebuyck made a whopping 41 saves in the final of the ice hockey gold medal match against Canada. His efforts played a vital role in the US defeating Canada by 2-1 in overtime and winning the Olympic gold after 46 years. "The members of this great hockey squad…

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25

Feb

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Five consecutive semifinals! England create all-time record after yet another T20 World Cup SF qualification

New Delhi: England have booked their spot in the semifinals of the T20 World Cup 2026 after outclassing Pakistan in their Super Eight clash at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, February 25. Harry Brook put up a batting show as his hundred powered a nervy England chase down 165 against the Men in Green, as the English side became the first team to enter the semis of this World Cup. Meanwhile, England have created an all-time record in T20 World Cups after confirming yet another place in the semifinals. This was the fifth consecutive time that the English…

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24

Feb

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Harry Brook singlehandedly beats Pakistan with stunning century, England qualify for T20 World Cup semifinal

Pallekele (Sri Lanka): England defeated Pakistan today to seal their semifinal spot in the T20 World Cup, thanks to a stunning century from captain Harry Brook who led from the front. Pakistan had themselves to blame as they lost the grasp of the game despite picking up four wickets for just 58 runs in less than eight overs at one stage. But Brook planned the 165-run tricky chase perfectly to take England over the line in the final over of the game. With this win, England's unbeaten run against Pakistan continues as they beat them for the fourth time in…

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24

Feb

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Shikhar Dhawan gets relief from Delhi court, orders ex-wife Ayesha to return Rs 5.72 crore

New Delhi: In a massive legal victory for Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan, a Family Court in Delhi has ordered his ex-wife, Aesha Mukerji, to return approximately Rs 5.72 crore. The ruling comes as a major relief for the veteran opener, who has been embroiled in a bitter legal battle since his divorce in 2023.  The 'Alien' Property Settlement Dispute The core of the dispute lay in a previous order passed by a Family Court in Australia. Aesha Mukerji, an Australian national, had approached the Australian judiciary seeking a "Property Settlement," a legal concept that requires the distribution of matrimonial assets between spouses.…

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Feb

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Can Pakistan still qualify for semifinals of T20 World Cup 2026? Scenarios confirmed

Pallekele (Sri Lanka): Pakistan lost to England in their second Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup by two wickets. This loss has jeopardised their T20 World Cup campaign as their fate is not in their hands anymore if they are to make it to the semifinals. After two matches in this round, Pakistan have only one point to show for their efforts. They are now dependent on other results and can even get knocked out of the tournament before their final Super 8 clash against Sri Lanka on Saturday (February 28). Here are the scenarios: 1. If Sri…

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Feb

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IND vs ZIM: 3 tactical changes India might make for must-win Zimbabwe clash in T20 World Cup

Chennai: India are in a must-win situation in their game against Zimbabwe and that will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday (February 26). With the opening duo of Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan not clicking together, the hosts might ponder changing the combination at the top but do they have room in the batting line-up to do so. They are also likely to make at least one more change in their playing XI. Let us have a look at three tactical changes India might make for the must-win game against Zimbabwe: 1. Sanju Samson IN,…

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Feb

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ENG vs PAK: Pakistan must defy history vs England to stay alive in T20 World Cup 2026

Pallekele (Sri Lanka): Pakistan will face England today in the Super 8 round of the T20 World Cup in Pallekele. It is a must-win encounter for them to stay alive in the tournament, as their previous game against New Zealand had to be abandoned due to rain after the toss happened. Both teams shared a point each and that has left very little margin for error for them for the rest of the matches in the Super 8. But it won't be easy for Pakistan to beat England as they have never done so in the history of the T20…

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Feb

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Rinku Singh leaves India squad ahead of Zimbabwe clash in Chennai, goes back home: Know reason

Chennai: India cricketer Rinku Singh has left the squad and gone back home, two days ahead of their T20 World Cup clash against Zimbabwe in the Super 8 round. The match is set to take place at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday (February 26). It is a must-win clash for India after their chastening 76-run loss against South Africa on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Rinku has gone back home for a family emergency and also didn't attend the practice session today. It remains unknown whether he will join the squad again in time…

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