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Feb

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What does West Indies’ huge win over Zimbabwe mean for India in their quest for T20 World Cup semifinal?

New Delhi: West Indies handed Zimbabwe a proper drubbing in the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 with a jaw-dropping batting show and an impressive bowling performance. The hard-hitting Windies side put up the second-biggest T20 World Cup total of 254/6 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai before registering a huge 107-run victory. The 107-run win is the West Indies' second-biggest win in World Cup history, only behind their 134-run cakewalk over Uganda in the last edition of the tournament. With the target so tall, the Chevrons could not pose a threat, and due to a record…

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24

Feb

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Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir: When and where to watch Ranji Trophy final live on TV and stream online in India?

Hubli: Karnataka will host Jammu and Kashmir in the final of the 2025-26 edition of the Ranji Trophy at the KSCA Rajnagar Stadium in Hubli. Under the leadership of Devdutt Padikkal, Karnataka have been one of the most consistent sides in the tournament, now aiming for their ninth Ranji Trophy title. For J&K, their journey has been a hustle. The Paras Dogra-led side doesn’t have proper infrastructure back home and has always been labelled as the underdogs despite them playing some sensational cricket in the past three years.  Even after qualifying for the finals, there were criticisms directed at them,…

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23

Feb

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‘Not a big deal to face Jofra Archer’ – Sahibzada Farhan confident of England challenge in T20 World Cup

Pallekele (Sri Lanka): Pakistan’s opening game against New Zealand in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup 2026 was called off due to rain. Next up, they will challenge England, who defeated Sri Lanka on their home turf. Meanwhile, ahead of the heavyweight clash, opener Sahibzada Farhan dismissed the Jofra Archer threat, stating that the Pakistan team has plans in place to tackle the premier pacer in their forthcoming game in Pallekele. “No, it's not a big deal to face Jofra Archer. We have already faced him in Pakistan. We have good bowlers, they also bowl at 145. So…

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23

Feb

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Eden Gardens could be stripped of hosting T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final, depends on ifs and buts

New Delhi: When the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the T20 World Cup 2026 schedule, they clarified that India will play their semi-final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, unless it’s against Pakistan. In that case, Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium will host the marquee clash. For that matter, even if it’s not against India, Colombo will host Pakistan’s semi-final, subject to their qualification. However, in case they don’t, Kolkata’s Eden Gardens was scheduled to host the semi-final 1. However, 10 days prior to that, ICC is contemplating the idea, as they are now considering Colombo as the venue for the…

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23

Feb

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West Indies decimate Zimbabwe in Mumbai, move inch closer to T20 World Cup semi-final

Mumbai: West Indies produced a stunning all-round show to decimate Zimbabwe in their first Super Eights clash against Zimbabwe at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell wreaked havoc with the bat in the first innings, powering West Indies to 254/6 - the second-highest total in T20 World Cup history. Sri Lanka hold the top spot, having scored 260 vs Ireland in the inaugural edition. Hetmyer smacked 85 runs off 34 balls, which includes a 19-ball half-century. With that, he bettered his own record of the fastest half-century for West Indies in T20 World Cup history. Rovman…

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23

Feb

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Australia to play Tests in South Africa for first-time since Sanpapergate scandal, know schedule

New Delhi: Australia’s next assignment in South Africa will stir memories that never truly faded. When the team walks out at Newlands later this year, it will mark their first Test appearance in the country since the ball-tampering controversy of 2018, an episode that left scars on Australian cricket. The tour begins in white-ball format, with three ODIs scheduled between September 24 and 30. The attention will then turn to the Test series. Kingsmead in Durban will host the opener from October 9, followed by the second match at St George’s Park in Gqeberha from October 18. The third Test,…

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23

Feb

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West Indies register second-highest total in T20 World Cup history, message sent to South Africa, India

Mumbai: West Indies batters went berserk in their first Super Eights clash against Zimbabwe at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Flamboyant batter Shimron Hetmyer was unfazed by losing early wickets, as he set the tone, scoring 85 runs off 34 balls. In the process, he also bettered his own record of hitting the fastest half-century by a West Indies cricketer in T20 World Cup history, having achieved the feat in just 19 balls. Batting at four, Rovman Powell contributed a brisk 59 off 35. He took some time to settle down and once he did, the former captain proved difficult…

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23

Feb

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Shimron Hetmyer sets new record for West Indies with half-century against Zimbabwe in T20 World Cup 2026

Mumbai: In the West Indies’ opening Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, Shimron Hetmyer lit up the Wankhede Stadium with a blistering 19-ball half-century. The 29-year-old not only dominated the bowlers but also broke his own record for the fastest T20 World Cup fifty for the West Indies, surpassing the 22-ball half-century he had set earlier in the tournament against Scotland, which had already eclipsed Chris Gayle’s previous mark. Notably, Brandon King departed early, which invited some pressure on the Caribbeans. Captain Shai Hope was struggling as well, but nothing bothered Hetmyer, who looked to be on a mission. He was…

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23

Feb

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WI vs ZIM T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight LIVE Cricket Score: Zimbabwe opt to field first in Mumbai

Mumbai: The match between West Indies and Zimbabwe in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup 2026 holds massive importance to both teams. With them scheduled to play India and South Africa in their remaining games, things are only going to get complicated. Hence, a start with a win could set the momentum for both teams as the race to the semi-final is wide open. However, a defeat for either team could put them in trouble. Hence, the clash at the Wankhede Stadium holds massive importance and the fans in attendance could be in for a treat.  Zimbabwe have…

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23

Feb

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India hold worst ranking in T20 World Cup 2026, even below associate nations

Ahmedabad : India’s opening pair has flopped time and again in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. Abhishek Sharma’s three consecutive ducks made things worse as an early blow forced the team to change their game plan in the group stage matches. In the first Super Eights clash against South Africa, Ishan Kishan this time failed to open his tally, putting the team on the backfoot. Meanwhile, with that, India now hold the unwanted record of the worst opening stand in this edition of the competition. They sit at 20th spot, below associate nations such as the UAE, Oman and…

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