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IND vs PAK: BookMyShow crashes within minutes after sale opens due to crazy demand for T20 World Cup clash

The second phase of ticket sales for the T20 World Cup 2026 got underway on Wednesday (January 14). However, the ticketing site BookMyShow crashed within minutes as there was crazy demand for the India vs Pakistan clash scheduled to take place on February 15. New Delhi: The second phase of ticket sales for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 got underway on Wednesday (January 14). The tickets for the massive India vs Pakistan clash opened for the first time in this round of allocations, and on expected lines, it drew overwhelming interest from the fans. Within minutes of tickets going…

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Bangladesh cricketers threaten to boycott playing, demand BCB director to resign over controversial statements

Even as Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup remains uncertain, the cricketers in the country have threatened boycott over the BCB director Nazmul Islam's controversial statements. Players have threatened to boycott all forms of cricket unless Nazmul resigns from his position. Dhaka: Bangladesh Cricket and controversy have been going hand in hand over the last week or so, especially ever since they have denied traveling to India for the upcoming T20 World Cup, citing security concerns. The move came after the BCCI asked the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Mustafizur Rahman from the squad after outrage in the…

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Washington Sundar doubtful for T20 World Cup? Ruled out of T20I series vs New Zealand

India are suffering with injuries to key players with less than a month to go for the T20 World Cup. With Tilak Varma already recovering after undergoing testicular torsion surgery, Washington Sundar is also now doubtful for the mega event. He is ruled out of the T20I series vs New Zealand. New Delhi: India all-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand. He sustained a rib injury during the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara and walked off the field after bowling five overs. He later came out to bat at…

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‘Stupid decision’: Internet calls out UP Warriorz coach Abhishek Nayar for retiring out Harleen Deol on 47

The fourth edition of the Women's Premier League (WPL) witnessed the second batter getting retired out in two days. Harleen Deol was surprisingly called back by UP Warriorz head coach Abhishek Nayar while batting on 47 as the team collapsed after the decision. Mumbai: Ayushi Soni of Gujarat Giants became the first batter to be retired out in the Women's Premier League (WPL) on Tuesday after she scored only 11 runs off 14 balls. However, not many expected the incident to repeat on the very next day, as Harleen Deol also faced the same fate, despite scoring 47 runs off…

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Daryl Mitchell continues to haunt India in ODIs, trumps KL Rahul’s ton as New Zealand take series into decider

New Zealand defeated India in the second ODI to level the three-match series thanks to Daryl Mitchell's brilliant century. The visitors chased down the target of 285 runs despite starting very slowly in the run chase. Will Young also starred in the chase, scoring 87 runs. Rajkot: Daryl Mitchell continued to haunt India in ODIs as his stellar run with the bat just doesn't seem to stop. The man scored the eighth century of his ODI career, third against India, to help New Zealand chase down the 285-run target and level the three-match series, and take it to the decider…

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IND vs USA live: When and where to watch U19 World Cup 2026 on TV and streaming in India?

The ICC U19 World Cup 2026 will get underway on January 15 with three matches scheduled to take place on the opening day. India U19 will face the USA in the first match as Ayush Mhatre will lead the Indian team and Vaibhav Suryavanshi will also be in action. Bulawayo (Zimbabwe): The ICC U19 World Cup 2026 will get underway on January 15 (Thursday) as a total of three matches will take place on the opening day. The first match is scheduled to take place between India and the USA, while the other two matches will see Zimbabwe and West…

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Egypt vs Senegal, Morocco vs Nigeria: Where to watch AFCON semi-final live on TV and online in India?

Egypt and Senegal clash in the AFCON 2025 semi-final, with Salah and Mane headlining. Egypt beat Côte d’Ivoire 3‑2 in the quarters while Senegal edged Mali 1‑0. The winner faces Morocco or Nigeria in the final, both teams having strong unbeaten runs in the tournament. Tangier, Morocco: Egypt and Senegal meet in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi-final in Tangier on January 14, 2026, with a place in the final at stake. Egypt earned their spot after a thrilling 3‑2 win over defending champions Cote d’Ivoire in the quarter-final, remaining unbeaten in this edition, while Senegal advanced by edging…

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Why is Washington Sundar not playing vs New Zealand in 2nd ODI in Rajkot?

Washington Sundar has been ruled out with an injury and for the same reason, the all-rounder didn't feature in the playing XI for the second ODI against New Zealand. Nitish Kumar Reddy replaced the cricketer in the playing XI, as Ayush Badoni awaits. Rajkot: All-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the remainder of the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand. He suffered a rib injury in the opening ODI of the series and was in tremendous pain in Vadodara, which forced the spinner to walk back to the pavilion after just a five-over spell. He returned back to…

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KL Rahul surpasses Mohammad Azharuddin’s tally in ODIs with stunning century in 2nd ODI vs New Zealand

KL Rahul played a brilliant knock in the second ODI against New Zealand to notch up his eighth century in the format. His knock helped India post a fighting total on the board on a tough pitch. In the process, he also surpasses former captain Mohammad Azharuddin's tally in ODIs. Rajkot: The jam-packed stadium at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot was expecting Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to shine in the second ODI against New Zealand. However, it was KL Rahul who hogged all the limelight with the bat as the wicketkeeper-batter stepped up for the hosts after the…

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Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule: Matches to be played from September 17 in T20 format

The cricket schedule for the Asian Games 2026 has been announced. A total of eight teams will compete in women's cricket while as many as 10 teams will fight it out for the gold medal in men's cricket. All matches will be played at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture. New Delhi: Japan is set to host the Asian Games later this year from September 19 to October 4. However, a few disciplines, including cricket, will start before the official opening ceremony, according to the schedule released by the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Organising Committee (AINAGOC). As far as cricket is concerned,…

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