Cricket

A calculated Abhishek fifty at Chennai restores India's WC hopes

Abhishek, by his mighty standards, smashed his slowest T20I fifty in 26 balls, striking three fours and four sixes on his way to the milestone. But it was the way he paced his innings, gave himself some time out there in the middle, and the areas of the ground that he attacked, which made this knock of 55 runs a sign of bigger things to come in this tournament. For three matches, the left-hander could not buy a run. In the fourth against Proteas, he swung out of desperation and hope in a short 12-ball 15. Now at Chennai, Abhishek gave himself a massive confidence booster with a well-calculated assault, which gave him time to both attack, slow down and enjoy his teammates' hitting from the other end.

2026-02-26T20:05:02.048581+00:00 IST

“We are work in progress”: Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza

Chasing a daunting target of 257 runs, Zimbabwe managed to make 184/6 in 20 overs with the help of Brian Bennett's unbeaten 97 off 59 balls. Arshdeep Singh took three wickets as Shivam Dube, Varun Chakaravarthy and Axar Patel shared one wicket each among them.

2026-02-26T19:27:02.281713+00:00 IST

"Must win games reveal temperament": Tendulkar lauds India's win

Putting behind all the heartbreak and outside noise caused by a 76-run loss to South Africa at Ahmedabad, which sent their net-run-rate into negatives, Team India posted their highest T20 World Cup, stamping its authority over Zimbabwe by playing their attacking brand of cricket to its fullest potential. Despite a lack of a standout massive score by the batters, it was a change in their strike rates and the intent of attacking right from ball one which finally let over a billion fans breathe a sigh of relief.

2026-02-26T19:26:42.354223+00:00 IST

“It was a good game to continue rhythm”: Hardik Pandya

Pandya was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance, where he first hit an unbeaten 23-ball half-century and then bowled three overs, conceding just 21 runs.

2026-02-26T18:52:10.359949+00:00 IST

Chevrons get a future star in Bennett during Super 8 T20WC run

Zimbabwe's 72-run loss to India, following a 107-run loss to West Indies, has sealed their exit from the T20 World Cup, with South Africa qualifying for the semifinal from their group and the shoot-off for the second semifinal spot in Group 1 being between India and West Indies, who will play a virtual knockout match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 1. The Sikandar Raza-led side nonetheless had a run to remember, their best-ever performance in the T20 World Cup, with wins over former champions Australia and Sri Lanka in the group stage being standouts.

2026-02-26T18:48:47.092560+00:00 IST

"Wanted to leave everything behind": SKY after India's win vs Zim

India finally unleashed their 'SKYBall' brand of T20I cricket to its fullest potential, with half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya headlining India's highest-ever T20 World Cup total of 256/4. In reply, Brian Bennett performed exceptionally well for Zimbabwe, taking Zimbabwe to 184/6 with a magnificent 97* and Arshdeep Singh was the pick of the Indian bowlers with figures of 3/24 in four overs.

2026-02-26T18:48:07.804068+00:00 IST

Arshdeep Singh becomes India's top wicket-taker in T20WC history

In 19 matches since his debut in the 2022 T20 World Cup, Arshdeep has taken 35 wickets at an average of 14.25 and an economy rate of 7.33, with a four-fer to his name. Bumrah was previously the leading wicket-taker for India, with 33 scalps in 23 matches at an average of 14.00, with best figures of 3/7.

2026-02-26T18:18:27.975711+00:00 IST

Raza becomes first player to score 300 runs, take 100 wickets

The 39-year-old, who made his T20I debut in 2013, reached the milestone in his 132nd match. He now has 3,016 runs in 132 appearances (127 innings) at an average of 26.22 and a strike rate of over 136. His tally includes one century and 16 half-centuries. With the ball, Raza has picked up 104 wickets at an average of 23.94, including two four-wicket hauls and a five-wicket haul.

2026-02-26T18:01:09.279607+00:00 IST

India finally unleashes 'SKYBall' in T20WC; shatters records

Team India registered a fine 72-run win over Zimbabwe to keep themselves in contention for the semifinal spot in the T20 World Cup at home. After a humiliating 76-run loss to South Africa at Ahmedabad, Team India learnt from its mistakes with regard to tactics and their performance and responded with a memorable confidence-booster performance that will get the fans smiling.

2026-02-26T17:56:51.573906+00:00 IST

T20 WC: India keep semifinal hopes alive with clinical 72-run win

With this win, India has a win and a loss each in the Super Eight phase, same as West Indies, making the March 1 clash between them a virtual knockout match for the second semifinal spot, with Proteas having one foot in the semifinal with two wins in two matches so far. India was put to field first by Zimbabwe and they put their highest T20 WC total on the board courtesy knocks from Abhishek Sharma (55 in 30 balls, with four boundaries and four sixes), Hardik Pandya (50* in 23 balls, with two fours and four sixes) and Tilak Varma (44* in 16 balls, with three fours and four sixes). In reply, Zimbabwe was valiant, posting 184/6 in 20 overs, courtesy a fine 97* in 59 balls, consisting of eight fours and six sixes by Brian Bennett and a 21-ball 31 by skipper Sikandar Raza. Arshdeep Singh (3/24) was the top wicket-taker for India.

2026-02-26T17:22:15.852147+00:00 IST

Suryakumar Yadav completes 4,000 international runs

Suryakumar achieved the milestone during India's do-or-die Super Eight clash against Zimbabwe in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Chennai, playing a blistering knock of 33 off just 13 balls, including three fours and two sixes. He scored at a staggering strike rate of 253.85 in the match.

2026-02-26T16:07:18.359033+00:00 IST

T20 World Cup: India set 257-run target for Zimbabwe in Chennai

This is India's second-highest total in T20 World Cup history and the highest of the ongoing edition. Overall, it stands as India's fifth-highest team total in the shortest format.

2026-02-26T15:42:52.785174+00:00 IST

T20WC: Southee reflects on working with Archer; backs Buttler

Despite not playing an absolutely perfect game of cricket yet, England will be playing their final Super Eight match against New Zealand at Colombo on Friday. Having already sealed their spot in the semifinals following a Harry Brook masterclass against Pakistan, the Three Lions will be aiming to go into the semifinals with some more winning momentum.

2026-02-26T15:22:34.490155+00:00 IST

Purani Dilli 6 to conduct trials for Delhi Premier League 2026

After an impressive showing in Season 1, Purani Dilli 6 experienced a challenging Season 2. Determined to bounce back stronger, the franchise is now focused on identifying fresh talent and rebuilding momentum for DPL 2026

2026-02-26T15:09:11.343087+00:00 IST

“Everything is not going to come easy”: Shai Hope

Reacting to the defeat, Hope said, "The way T20 cricket goes sometimes, you get a couple of wickets ourselves in the power play, you never know, things could have changed, but you must give credit where it's due, and I think Jason and Sheppi played a really good innings to give ourselves a chance."

2026-02-26T14:39:58.773434+00:00 IST

Four Indians awarded main draw wildcards at Kalaburagi Open W35

The 2026 edition marks a significant moment for the region, as international women's tennis returns to Kalaburagi after a decade, with the last professional women's event hosted here in 2015. The revival of the tournament reinforces Karnataka's growing stature as a consistent host of international tennis competitions and highlights the state's continued commitment to strengthening the women's professional circuit.

2026-02-26T14:16:00.130970+00:00 IST

Markram becomes SA's fourth-highest T20I run-getter

The South African skipper faced an upward movement in the country's batting charts during his side's Super Eight T20 World Cup clash against the West Indies at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. Markram made an unbeaten 82 in 46 balls, with seven fours and four sixes to his name and scoring at a strike rate of above 178.

2026-02-26T14:10:59.161056+00:00 IST

"Absolute champion": Karthik hails Auqib's stellar Ranji campaign

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has showered praise on Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi for his outstanding performance in the ongoing 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, calling his campaign one of the most dominant displays by a fast bowler in recent domestic history.

2026-02-26T14:01:21.741001+00:00 IST

“It's hurtful, it's painful, it's shameful," says Maharoof

The former Sri Lankan cricketer was particularly critical of the batting unit, pointing to a recurring pattern of soft dismissals in a crucial game.

2026-02-26T13:50:31.805354+00:00 IST

"No step in this competition is easy": Markram after SA win vs WI

Markram's men continued their unbeaten run in the T20 World Cup, securing their sixth-successive win with a nine-wicket triumph over West Indies at Ahmedabad on Thursday. With this win, they have a foot out the Super Eight door and are close to the semifinals and have also benefitted India with the win.

2026-02-26T13:49:35.330787+00:00 IST

J&K tighten grip on Ranji Trophy final, Karnataka trail by 364

First-time finalists Jammu and Kashmir are in a commanding position against eight-time champions Karnataka at stumps on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final at the KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground on Thursday.

2026-02-26T13:23:42.538948+00:00 IST