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T20 World Cup: Australia strong contenders despite injury concerns, says Ellis

T20 World Cup: Australia strong contenders despite injury concerns, says Ellis

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Injury-hit Australia can still contend at World Cup, says Ellis

Samson will blame himself as World Cup race tightens: Yuzi

Samson will blame himself as World Cup race tightens: Yuzi

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal says Sanju Samson can have no excuses after repeated T20I failures, with Ishan Kishan's form putting pressure on the opener ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: 'Miaan, pack your bags and come': Siraj's Emotional Comeback

T20 World Cup: 'Miaan, pack your bags and come': Siraj's Emotional Comeback

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Mohammed Siraj said he was not able to believe that he was called up to the Indian team for the T20 World Cup when he got a call from captain Suryakumar Yadav.

T20 World Cup: South Africa Survive Super Scare! The Key Moments...

T20 World Cup: South Africa Survive Super Scare! The Key Moments...

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

This was the first-ever double Super Over in the history of the T20 World Cup.

Even if you want to laugh, you can't laugh: Gautam Gambhir reacts to Dhoni's T20 World Cup post

Even if you want to laugh, you can't laugh: Gautam Gambhir reacts to Dhoni's T20 World Cup post

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Head coach Gautam Gambhir reacted to former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's congratulatory post on social media following India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Late injury drama: Siraj replaces injured Harshit Rana

T20 World Cup: Late injury drama: Siraj replaces injured Harshit Rana

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj is likely to replace Harshit Rana in the T20 World Cup squad after Rana sustained an injury during a warm-up match against South Africa.

T20 World Cup: Meet Castle Corner: Zimbabwe's 12th Man

T20 World Cup: Meet Castle Corner: Zimbabwe's 12th Man

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Zimbabwe's cricket team showed their appreciation for their loyal fans, the Castle Corner, after their T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting the deep connection between the players and supporters.

Neymar's knee surgery puts World Cup return in focus

Neymar's knee surgery puts World Cup return in focus

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Neymar has undergone successful arthroscopic surgery on his knee, his club Santos said on Monday, as the winger bids to get back to full fitness and earn a place in the Brazil squad for next year's World Cup.

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

HISTORIC! INDIA FIRST TEAM TO WIN BACK TO BACK T20 WORLD CUPS

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting performances propelled India to a record-breaking total against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final

T20 World Cup, India vs Pak: 'If Salman wants...': SKY's big Abhishek hint

T20 World Cup, India vs Pak: 'If Salman wants...': SKY's big Abhishek hint

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav playfully addresses Abhishek Sharma's fitness ahead of the highly anticipated T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, hinting at his likely participation.

Scotland Ready to Rumble Against West Indies in T20 World Cup

Scotland Ready to Rumble Against West Indies in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Scotland, a late entry into the T20 World Cup, is set to face West Indies in their opening match. Scotland aims to prove their worth and cause upsets against higher-ranked teams, while West Indies look to leverage their experience and firepower.

T20 World Cup: Team India postpones practice session in view of lunar eclipse

T20 World Cup: Team India postpones practice session in view of lunar eclipse

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Team India, gearing up to take on England in the semifinal of the T20 World Cup on Thursday, have changed the timing of their practice session on Tuesday because of a lunar eclipse, according to a report in Indian Express.

T20 World Cup Final: Motera turns blue as '1.4 billion fans' roar for India

T20 World Cup Final: Motera turns blue as '1.4 billion fans' roar for India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

The atmosphere in Ahmedabad ahead of the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand is markedly different from the previous final, with Indian fans confident of victory. New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner acknowledges the overwhelming support for India while rallying Kiwi fans back home.

T20 World Cup: West Indies' Big Win Makes It Tougher For India

T20 World Cup: West Indies' Big Win Makes It Tougher For India

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

West Indies' commanding victory over Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup has significantly increased the pressure on India to win their remaining matches by a substantial margin to secure a spot in the semifinals.

BFI Ensures Jyoti Gulia, Aakash Compete In World Boxing Cup

BFI Ensures Jyoti Gulia, Aakash Compete In World Boxing Cup

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Jyoti Gulia and Aakash have been added to the Indian boxing squad for the World Boxing Cup Stage 2 in Guiyang, China, after Boxing Federation of India President Ajay Singh intervened to ensure their participation despite not being initially part of the government-sanctioned contingent. Their inclusion expands the Indian team to 20 boxers.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka face tricky opener vs unpredictable Ireland

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka face tricky opener vs unpredictable Ireland

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka didn't have the best of preparations for the T20 showpiece as they were whitewashed 0-3 by England in a home T20 series. Ireland will be led by veteran Paul Stirling and feature key players like Harry Tector and Josh Little.

Afghanistan in must-win T20 World Cup clash vs in-form SA

Afghanistan in must-win T20 World Cup clash vs in-form SA

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Afghanistan faces a must-win situation against South Africa in their Group D match of the T20 World Cup after a defeat to New Zealand. South Africa, with a strong win over Canada, leads the group. The match is crucial for Afghanistan's chances of advancing to the Super Eight stage.

'India a real contender for 2026 Hockey World Cup'

'India a real contender for 2026 Hockey World Cup'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

India will be a threat and a strong contender for a podium finish at next year's Hockey World Cup, said Belgium's star drag-flicker Alexander Hendrickx

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: Will Sanju Samson Replace Abhishek Sharma?

T20 World Cup, India vs Zimbabwe: Will Sanju Samson Replace Abhishek Sharma?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the must-win match against Zimbabwe on Thursday?

David Miller receives medical clearance to feature in T20 World Cup

David Miller receives medical clearance to feature in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

South Africa's senior batter David Miller on Saturday received medical clearance to join the national squad for the T20 World Cup which begins on February 7.

T20 World Cup: New Zealand defeat a 'walloping' not a 'choke', says South Africa coach Conrad

T20 World Cup: New Zealand defeat a 'walloping' not a 'choke', says South Africa coach Conrad

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad denied they "choked" in their T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, preferring to call their nine-wicket defeat a sound "walloping".

'Defence the key for USA vs India in T20 World Cup opener'

'Defence the key for USA vs India in T20 World Cup opener'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Saurabh Netravalkar emphasizes the importance of a strong defensive strategy for the USA against India in the T20 World Cup, highlighting the team's experience and the significance of playing at Wankhede Stadium.

T20 World Cup: India-Pakistan Contest: Big Fuss, All Fizzle

T20 World Cup: India-Pakistan Contest: Big Fuss, All Fizzle

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

'Isn't it silly to call India-Pakistan cricket's greatest rivalry when Pakistan has won only once out of the last eight T20 World Cup encounters?'

T20 World Cup, India Vs England Semi-Final: Match-Winner Sanju Samson Has Come Of Age: Shastri

T20 World Cup, India Vs England Semi-Final: Match-Winner Sanju Samson Has Come Of Age: Shastri

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Former India coach Ravi Shastri praised Sanju Samson's mental fortitude and consistency in the T20 World Cup after his match-winning knock against England in the semi-final.

What Happens If Bangladesh Pull Out Of T20 World Cup?

What Happens If Bangladesh Pull Out Of T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

If Bangladesh pull out of the T20 World Cup, Scotland will likely replace them based on team rankings for the tournament.

T20 World Cup:Jai Gorkhali! Nepal's Fans Steal The Show At Wankhede

T20 World Cup:Jai Gorkhali! Nepal's Fans Steal The Show At Wankhede

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Nepalese cricket fans transformed Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium into a vibrant 'Kathmandu away from home' during their T20 World Cup match against England, creating an electrifying atmosphere that fueled the team's spirited performance.

'Abhishek can be leading run-scorer in T20 World Cup'

'Abhishek can be leading run-scorer in T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

The legendary Ricky Ponting has tipped India opener Abhishek Sharma to be a potential match-winner at the upcoming T20 World Cup, describing him as a "star" who could even emerge as the tournament's leading run-scorer.

T20 World Cup: Axar Snub, Bumrah Misused: Gambhir, SKY Under Fire

T20 World Cup: Axar Snub, Bumrah Misused: Gambhir, SKY Under Fire

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'We lost the match between the 7th and 15th over. You used Bumrah's two overs early and kept the remaining two for the death. But Rohit Sharma never used Bumrah like this.'

T20 World Cup: Ahmedabad's black soil pitch expected to favour seamers

T20 World Cup: Ahmedabad's black soil pitch expected to favour seamers

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

The Super Eights match between India and South Africa is expected to be played on a black soil pitch that favors seamers, potentially influencing India's team selection strategy.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Pressure on India vs Zimbabwe, admits batting coach

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak acknowledges the pressure on India ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights match against Zimbabwe, emphasising the team's need to handle expectations and regain momentum.

T20 World Cup Final: 'They said I'd win big games': Abhishek on coach, captain

T20 World Cup Final: 'They said I'd win big games': Abhishek on coach, captain

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Abhishek Sharma overcame a crisis of confidence to deliver a match-winning performance in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand, smashing a rapid half-century and propelling India to victory.

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

T20 World Cup: 'Youngest in the group': Arshdeep delivers again

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

India's Arshdeep Singh discusses learning from senior bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj, focusing on adaptability and staying ahead of batters in the T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Tilak issues clear warning to opposition bowlers...

T20 World Cup: Tilak issues clear warning to opposition bowlers...

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Tilak Varma says India will continue their aggressive batting approach in the T20 World Cup, aiming to put pressure on opposition bowlers even if they lose early wickets. He also praised Sanju Samson's contribution and highlighted Gautam Gambhir's motivational role.

Cummins picked for T20 World Cup despite injury concern

Cummins picked for T20 World Cup despite injury concern

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Pat Cummins will undergo final scans later in the month to determine his participation in the World Cup, Cricket Australia said.

Scotland replace Bangladesh, set to join T20 World Cup in India

Scotland replace Bangladesh, set to join T20 World Cup in India

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Cricket Scotland's chief executive Trudy Lindblade expressed gratitude towards the International Cricket Council for inviting his country to next month's T20 World Cup in place of Bangladesh, adding that they are 'preparing to arrive in India immediately'.

T20 World Cup: PCB slams ICC favouritism: 'One country is dictating'

T20 World Cup: PCB slams ICC favouritism: 'One country is dictating'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said the Pakistan government will take the final and binding decision on whether its national team will participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup, following Bangladesh's removal

T20 World Cup: Morkel downplays India's inconsistency ahead of England semifinal

T20 World Cup: Morkel downplays India's inconsistency ahead of England semifinal

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel, addresses the team's inconsistent performance leading up to the T20 World Cup semifinal against England, emphasising the importance of winning the next two games. He also discusses England's strengths and the potential impact of weather conditions on the match.

T20 World Cup: 'Nepal pushed us to the edge'

T20 World Cup: 'Nepal pushed us to the edge'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

England narrowly defeated Nepal in their T20 World Cup opener after a spirited performance from the Nepal team, with England's Harry Brook expressing surprise at Nepal's aggressive approach against Adil Rashid.

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Turns Into A Pressure Cooker

T20 World Cup Final: Ahmedabad Turns Into A Pressure Cooker

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Superstition is likely to rule the day with many believing that a small movement could result in the fall of a wicket.

T20 World Cup: India have ticked a lot of boxes, says Suryakumar

T20 World Cup: India have ticked a lot of boxes, says Suryakumar

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said his team has ticked almost all the boxes in the group stage, expressing satisfaction with the collective batting effort as it heads into the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup.