Cricket

“It is not going to be easy, this is a 50-50 match”: Nayan Mongia

Mongia was vocal about his support for his favourite player, Hardik Pandya and said, "I have always said that Hardik Pandya is my favourite player. He is a fantastic all-rounder. So, I hope that if he gets the chance to bat, he will shine bright."

2026-03-05T13:13:09.952279+00:00 IST

Enter the final and win final as well, that's my wish: Kapil Dev

The winner of the match will advance to the final to face New Zealand on March 8 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

2026-03-05T12:55:03.357969+00:00 IST

T20 WC: India and England arrive at Wankhede before semi-final

Defending champions India and the two-time champions England have arrived at the Wankhede Stadium ahead of their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final clash on Thursday.

2026-03-05T12:44:40.837920+00:00 IST

Sri Lanka Cricket appoints Jamie Siddons as new head coach

Siddons will take over from outgoing coach Rumesh Ratnayake, who had quietly concluded his tenure at the end of 2025.

2026-03-05T12:39:43.588239+00:00 IST

“I'm just really excited for life after cricket”: Alyssa Healy

Healy presented the 19-year-old Lucy Hamilton with her maiden cap during the third ODI against India in Hobart last Sunday. Australia won the match by 185 runs, completing a clean sweep of the ODI series after losing the T20I series 1-2.

2026-03-05T12:11:41.127094+00:00 IST

Du Plessis stresses on powerplay control after SA’s exit in semis

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis said that the outcome of a T20 match is often shaped in the opening overs, stressing that teams that lose the powerplay frequently struggle to recover.

2026-03-05T11:24:57.778430+00:00 IST

Afghanistan announce squad for white-ball series vs Sri Lanka

Afghanistan Cricket Board's (ACB) National Selection Committee on Thursday finalised the Afghanistan National Team's Squads for the white-ball series against Sri Lanka.

2026-03-05T11:00:19.972841+00:00 IST

Cricket fraternity graces Arjun Tendulkar’s wedding in Mumbai

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah was among the dignitaries present at the event. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri arrived with his family, while BCCI Vice-President Rajiv Shukla also graced the occasion.

2026-03-05T10:45:52.328992+00:00 IST

“We muck in as a unit”: Rachin after NZ qualify for T20 WC final

New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra has credited the Black Caps' planning and experience for their strong campaign in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

2026-03-05T10:22:15.149207+00:00 IST

T20 WC: Pujara explains India’s plan for Brook ahead of SF

Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara believes England captain Harry Brook will pose a major challenge for Men in Blue bowlers in the high-stakes semi-final at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

2026-03-05T10:09:50.902751+00:00 IST

“Hope India wins, goes to finals”: Surinder Khanna on T20 WC sf

Former Indian cricketer Surinder Khanna expressed optimism about team India winning the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal clash against England at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

2026-03-05T09:16:03.260964+00:00 IST

“Wanna go home”: Sammy amid Windies' delayed departure from India

West Indies coach Daren Sammy expressed his desire to go home amid the team's delayed departure from India due to international airspace restrictions arising from security concerns in the Gulf Region, owing to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict in the region.

2026-03-05T08:46:38.924564+00:00 IST

AP Minister Nara Lokesh, his wife Brahmani attend Arjun Tendulkar

Minister for Education and IT, Nara Lokesh, along with his wife Brahmani, attended the wedding ceremony of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's son, Arjun Tendulkar, on Thursday in Mumbai, according to a release from Nara Lokesh's team.

2026-03-05T08:39:34.094678+00:00 IST

“Bit more pressure on India": Dinesh Karthik ahead of T20 WC sf

Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik said that there is always be a "bit more pressure" on defending champions India as they are "expected to win" against Egland in the second Final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

2026-03-05T08:29:02.385471+00:00 IST

Records, heartbreaks, redemption: History of IND-ENG in T20WC

A defeat at Adelaide back in 2022 caused Men in Blue to rethink their white-ball template and paved the way for young talent, while a win at Providence two years later marked a redemption for skipper Rohit Sharma, who went on to break the 11-year old trophy drought for India. Now, two of these teams, who have had imperfect campaigns so far, will be chasing perfection at iconic Wankhede, a venue which has witnessed history, heartbreak and records for years.

2026-03-05T08:21:56.989716+00:00 IST

"May the best team win": British High Commission in India ahead of IND vs ENG T20 WC 2026 semifinal

The British High Commission in India highlighted the excitement ahead of the upcoming India vs England T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium, celebrating the shared passion for cricket and wishing the best team to win.

2026-03-05T07:04:20.912775+00:00 IST

J-K Ranji team meets ICC chair Jay Shah after historic win

The Jammu and Kashmir Ranji Trophy team players met the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman, Jay Shah, to acknowledge his role in strengthening cricket in the state during his tenure as the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India earlier.

2026-03-05T06:46:54.228280+00:00 IST

Prayagraj: Locals pray for Team India’s win in T20 WC 2026 semis

Locals in Prayagraj offered prayers for team India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals clash against England at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.

2026-03-05T05:56:10.814346+00:00 IST

Kedar Jadhav backs India to win semifinal against England

Former Indian cricketer Kedar Jadhav said that India have a "pretty good chance" of beating England in the semifinal on Thursday and advancing to the T20 World Cup 2026 final.

2026-03-05T05:19:00.958268+00:00 IST

Matt Henry calls NZ’s bowling effort against SA “brilliant”

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry acknowledged that the Blackcaps delivered a brilliant performance with the ball against South Africa in the first semifinal of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, on Wednesday at Kolkata's Eden Gardens.

2026-03-05T04:04:33.389900+00:00 IST

"Finished it before we could settle in": Sachin hails Allen's record ton in T20WC semifinal

Finn Allen etched his name in history with a 33-ball ton, the fastest across the T20 and 50-over WCs, booking NZ's spot in the final by making light work of a 170-run chase at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Wednesday.

2026-03-04T20:47:03.098630+00:00 IST