Cricket

T20WC: Markram speaks on conscious decision to open the batting

Unbeaten Proteas will be aiming to make it to their second successive T20 World Cup final, when they take on New Zealand at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Tuesday in the first semifinal. The winner of this clash will meet either India or England. In deciding the match's outcome, Markram would hold a key, being the leading run-getter for SA with 268 runs in seven innings at an average of 53.60, a strike rate of 175.16 and three fifties.

2026-03-03T17:20:25.325048+00:00 IST

Economical with ball, sharp fielding: Dilip's advice to India

It will be the third time in a row when India and England will be locking horns with each other in a T20 World Cup semifinal after the 2022 and 2024 editions, with the loss at Adelaide by 10 wickets paving the way for a change in Team India's mindset with regards to white-ball cricket, the 2024 win being a revenge for Men in Blue in their historic unbeaten campaign. Now in 2026, both teams will be fighting for a spot in the final to secure their record-breaking third title and become the most decorated side in the tournament's history.

2026-03-03T16:43:31.350888+00:00 IST

"Signs of a good side": Brook on Eng winning close games in T20WC

Despite not being at their most dominant throughout the tournament and having some holes in their side, such as a misfiring top-order of Phil Salt and Jos Buttler, England have managed to secure some wins to remember throughout their campaign so far.

2026-03-03T16:24:56.079410+00:00 IST

Santner offers update on Henry ahead of NZ-SA T20 WC semifinal

At the iconic Eden Gardens, it will be a mouth-watering battle between South Africa and New Zealand, two sides without a World Cup title to their name in the 20-over or 50-over format, for a spot in the title clash against India or England. The presence of Henry, who has done well with the new ball, is extremely crucial to determining the outcome of the match. The pacer had left the squad after their final Super Eight game against England on February 27 for the birth of his child.

2026-03-03T15:14:43.548947+00:00 IST

From Merwe's merry to Steyn-Duminy masterclass: SA-NZ at T20 WCs

Either one of South Africa or New Zealand will get another shot at their maiden T20 World Cup title, when they look horns in front of a packed Eden Gardens crowd in Kolkata on Tuesday. Over the years, both the sides have treated fans to some absolute classics in the T20 World Cup. Here is a look at all their T20 World Cup clashes, all of them won by South Africa.

2026-03-03T14:19:13.303067+00:00 IST

"He has been outstanding": Brook on Jacks' performance in T20 WC

Will Jacks is having a dream campaign in the ongoing World Cup, having won four Player of the Match awards for his side. He has equalled the former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson's record for most POTM awards in a single edition (four in the 2012 edition).

2026-03-03T13:48:17.561378+00:00 IST

“Immense Pride”: BCCI President on IND-W’s Laureus nomination

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Mithun Manhas on Tuesday hailed the Indian women's cricket team following their nomination for the 2026 Laureus World Team of the Year Award, calling it "a matter of immense pride for Indian cricket."

2026-03-03T13:40:44.585326+00:00 IST

Samson thanks fans after match-winning 97* vs WI in T20 WC

India's win at Eden Gardens set up a high-stakes semi-final clash with England in Mumbai on March 5, keeping alive their hopes of back-to-back T20 World Cup titles.

2026-03-03T13:29:48.805716+00:00 IST

McGrath slams selectors' T20WC errors following group stage exit

Australia, struggling with injuries leading upto the tournament, with pacers Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood missing out due to injuries, and Tim David and Glenn Maxwell having injury scares leading upto the tournament, crashed out in the first round of the competition following humiliating losses to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. While they defeated Ireland in their campaign opener and absolutely dismantled Oman in their final group stage match, the Aussies were far from their dominant selves. Once again questioned were raised over the team's T20I future and if they took the format seriously at all, having won only one T20WC back in 2021.

2026-03-03T12:52:26.693613+00:00 IST

Alana King, Smriti Mandhana top latest Women’s ODI rankings

Australia's leg-spinner Alana King and India's opener Smriti Mandhana have risen to the top of the ICC Women's ODI Bowling and Batting Rankings, respectively, in the latest update on Tuesday.

2026-03-03T12:52:14.198153+00:00 IST

Will David Miller continue fine ICC event knockout stage run?

South Africa and New Zealand, two excellent white-ball sides who are yet to win a World Cup event, be it the 20-over or the 50-over, will get a chance to play India or England in the title clash for their first-ever ICC T20 World Cup crown. For the 2024 runners-up,, South Africa, Miller will be the key, with an exceptional record in ICC tournament knockout matches. Miller will be aiming to make up for being caught by Suryakumar Yadav at long-off during the 2024 T20WC final at Barbados by firing a couple more times to guide his side to the T20I crown.

2026-03-03T12:23:42.206820+00:00 IST

India women’s cricket team nominated for Laureus World Team

The India Women's Cricket Team is shortlisted for the Laureus World Team of the Year Award in recognition of their maiden ICC Women's Cricket World Cup triumph - and their inspirational performances that have enthralled the cricketing world.

2026-03-03T12:22:34.244103+00:00 IST

RCB to host five home games in 2026 IPL season

Defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are all set to return to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, with five of their home games confirmed to take place in Bengaluru this 2026 IPL season.

2026-03-03T11:50:31.048940+00:00 IST

Shastri speaks on Abhishek's spot in IND-ENG T20 WC semifinal

Big tournaments are not always a bed of roses irrespective of runs, rankings and superstar status all the time, and Abhishek's run in this tournament has proven it. Starting the tournament with three successive ducks and sitting out against Namibia due to food poisoning, Abhishek's first runs came during the Super Eight clash against South Africa, a sluggish 12-ball 15. While a half-century against Zimbabwe in a must-win clash brought some cheers, Abhishek was once again down for a 11-ball 10 against West Indies during the virtual quarterfinal where a semifinal spot was at stake.

2026-03-03T11:34:25.927418+00:00 IST

250 Cricket kits delivered in presence of Indian legend Yuvraj

DP World has expanded its Beyond Boundaries Initiative with the delivery of a repurposed shipping container pavilion and 250 cricket kits in Lucknow in the presence of Cricket Legend Yuvraj Singh, strengthening grassroots access to cricket in Uttar Pradesh.

2026-03-03T11:09:19.822783+00:00 IST

"Got something up his sleeve for semifinal": Ponting on Abhishek

As far as India's top order is concerned, this ongoing T20 World Cup has been an unexpected ride. The world number one in T20Is, Abhishek, started off the tournament with three ducks in a row, battling food poisoning that kept him out of the clash against Namibia in the group stage. His first runs came against South Africa in the Super Eight, but it was a sluggish 12-ball knock of 15 runs, where the batter swung out of desperation and hope. While a 30-ball 55 against Zimbabwe in a must-win clash restored some confidence, Abhishek's lean run continued as he could make just 10 against the West Indies. This in total makes for just 80 runs across six innings, including three ducks.

2026-03-03T10:58:34.515706+00:00 IST

"It’s for team": Kapil on Samson's match-winning knock vs WI

Samson's explosive 97-run knock off 50 balls, with the help of 12 fours and four sixes, guided the defending champion to a five-wicket win against the West Indies, which helped them to secure their place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals.

2026-03-03T10:13:15.974209+00:00 IST

“We have our plans, it’s going to be cracking game”: Sam Curran

Reflecting on England's journey so far, Curran noted that the team's experience in Indian conditions and the IPL has been crucial. "We play so much cricket in India, so we know the conditions. Both England and India have a lot of depth in their batting. We are not worried about the form of openers. They are great players, and I believe they will come good," he said.

2026-03-03T09:40:57.169760+00:00 IST

Bella James replaces Georgia Plimmer in New Zealand women’s squad

James, who has played nearly 100 List-A matches in her career, brings a wealth of experience and is expected to slot seamlessly into the side for the three-match ODI series starting March 5.

2026-03-03T08:29:19.083156+00:00 IST

ICC announces match officials for T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals

The first semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand will take place on Wednesday, March 4, at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens. According to the ICC, Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf have been appointed as the on-field umpires for the match. Illingworth brings with him experience from South Africa's semi-final clash against Afghanistan in the previous T20 World Cup, while Wharf officiated in New Zealand's group-stage win over the same opposition this year.

2026-03-03T08:10:25.195096+00:00 IST