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T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Markram powers South Africa into last four

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Clinical South Africa hammer West Indies by nine wickets, seal semifinal spot

'What will Pakistan achieve by not sending team for T20 World Cup?'

'What will Pakistan achieve by not sending team for T20 World Cup?'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Pakistan should refrain from spoiling its relation with the International Cricket Council and any support to Bangladesh must not come at the cost of their own team, former players urged the Pakistan Cricket Board.

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

The International Cricket Council has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board that it has been replaced by Scotland in T20 World Cup 2026.

ICC T20 World Cup: Group C heats up: England, WI face tricky rivals

ICC T20 World Cup: Group C heats up: England, WI face tricky rivals

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Group C promises one of the most competitive battles at the T20 World Cup, with former champions England and West Indies joined by ambitious sides Scotland, Nepal and debutants Italy.

Why KKR Fans Can't Wait for NZ's T20 World Cup hero Finn Allen

Why KKR Fans Can't Wait for NZ's T20 World Cup hero Finn Allen

Rediff.com6 days ago

New Zealand's Finn Allen, known for his aggressive batting style, is set to join Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL, exciting fans with his potential impact.

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: Kotak hints at batting order changes for Zimbabwe clash

T20 World Cup: Kotak hints at batting order changes for Zimbabwe clash

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addresses concerns about Abhishek Sharma's form and hints at possible changes in the batting order for the crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match against Zimbabwe.

T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka vs England: Jacks Of All Trades! Will Jacks Magic Sinks Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka vs England: Jacks Of All Trades! Will Jacks Magic Sinks Sri Lanka

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Will Jacks impressed with bat and ball to rescue England from a poor start and help them to a 51-run victory over Sri Lanka in a low-scoring Super 8s match at the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan's Afridi doubtful for T20 World Cup?

Pakistan's Afridi doubtful for T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has been ruled out of remainder of Australia's Big Bash League due to a knee injury.

ICC not to sanction Bangladesh for refusal to play T20 World Cup in India

ICC not to sanction Bangladesh for refusal to play T20 World Cup in India

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council on Monday said it would not be imposing any penalty on the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) for refusing to play its T20 World Cup matches in India.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: New Zealand crush Sri Lanka, boost semifinal hopes

T20 World Cup Super 8s: New Zealand crush Sri Lanka, boost semifinal hopes

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

NZ thrash SL by 61 runs to take one step closer to semis; Ravindra shines with 4/27

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: Could have been more clinical with ball, says Surya after win vs Zimbabwe

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

India defeated Zimbabwe in a high-scoring T20 World Cup match to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Suryakumar Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with the bowling performance despite the win. Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza acknowledged the need for improvement across all departments.

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar backs Tilak Varma's role at No. 3

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar backs Tilak Varma's role at No. 3

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav defends Tilak Varma's batting approach in the T20 World Cup, explaining the team management's strategy for his role despite recent struggles against slow bowlers.

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe eye upset against India in must-win Super 8 clash

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe eye upset against India in must-win Super 8 clash

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl acknowledges the challenge of facing India at home in the T20 World Cup but hopes to capitalize on the pressure of a must-win game for both teams.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Play Surya at No. 3 to break left-handers' pattern: Chopra

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Play Surya at No. 3 to break left-handers' pattern: Chopra

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

As India are gearing up to face Zimbabwe in a do-or-die Super Eights clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, former cricketer Aakash Chopra urged the team management to promote skipper Suryakumar Yadav up the order to break the left-handers' pattern in the batting order and effectively counter the off-spin threat posed by his opposite number Sikandar Raza.

T20 World Cup: NZ vs SA clash will be fierce: Matt Henry

T20 World Cup: NZ vs SA clash will be fierce: Matt Henry

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry highlights the fierce rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup match, emphasizing the historical context and the importance of adapting to conditions.

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Score His First Run?

T20 World Cup: Will Abhishek Sharma Score His First Run?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

What Abhishek should understand is that what defines a good cricketer is not the duck, but how he responds to it and overcomes it.

'Ishan Kishan should be India's wicketkeeper in T20 World Cup'

'Ishan Kishan should be India's wicketkeeper in T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Former wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel urged India to include the in-form Ishan Kishan ahead of Sanju Samson

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

T20 World Cup: Abhishek, Hardik star as India demolish Zimbabwe in must-win Super 8 clash

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Abhishek, Hardik help India pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 runs; stay in semis race

Speed over spin! Santner's Kiwi masterplan for T20 World Cup

Speed over spin! Santner's Kiwi masterplan for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner emphasizes the importance of pace variety in his team's bowling attack for the T20 World Cup, highlighting the different strengths of bowlers like Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Kyle Jamieson, and Jacob Duffy.

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

T20 World Cup, India vs Netherlands: 'Bigger Than FIFA World Cup': Dutch Excited For India Clash

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

The Netherlands cricket team is excited to play against India in their final T20 World Cup league fixture at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.

T20 World Cup Semi-Final, South Africa Vs New Zealand: Markram's Firepower Vs Santner's Spin Mastery

T20 World Cup Semi-Final, South Africa Vs New Zealand: Markram's Firepower Vs Santner's Spin Mastery

Rediff.com7 days ago

Aiden Markram and Mitchell Santner's individual performances could potentially decide the outcome of the T20 World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

Here's why England are T20 World Cup favourites

Here's why England are T20 World Cup favourites

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

England will be heading into the T20 World Cup with a massive confidence boost following a series win across both white-ball formats in Sri Lanka under captaincy of young Harry Brook, who has switched his side's fortunes since taking over.

Rohit's hilarious advice to Kuldeep ahead of T20 World Cup

Rohit's hilarious advice to Kuldeep ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Rohit Sharma offered a hilarious piece of advice to spinner Kuldeep Yadav ahead of the T20 World Cup this year from February 7.

Ex-Sri Lankan player to debut for US in T20 World Cup

Ex-Sri Lankan player to debut for US in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Monank Patel to lead as USA announce squad for T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup: Brook happy to qualify: 'We haven't played our best'

T20 World Cup: Brook happy to qualify: 'We haven't played our best'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

England captain Harry Brook expressed satisfaction after his side qualified for the Super 8 stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup after beating Italy by 24 runs.

NZ series is appetiser before T20 World Cup: Gavaskar

NZ series is appetiser before T20 World Cup: Gavaskar

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

India appear well set for T20 World Cup title defence, feels former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: West Indies to focus on scoring opportunities vs SA

T20 World Cup Super 8s: West Indies to focus on scoring opportunities vs SA

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

West Indies batting coach Floyd Reifer emphasises maximising scoring opportunities over solely hitting sixes in their crucial T20 World Cup clash against South Africa.

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

T20 World Cup: Sunday's Game Will Be Fireworks Under The Clouds

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

A shortened game will be like a sprint where the risk element will be high. Who will win when emotion meets execution remains to be seen. K R Nayar reports from Colombo.

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.

David Miller's experience key to South Africa's T20 World Cup success

David Miller's experience key to South Africa's T20 World Cup success

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Veteran South Africa batter David Miller believes his experience and calmness will be crucial as the Proteas aim for their first ICC T20 World Cup title. He emphasizes the importance of guiding younger players and maintaining focus throughout the tournament.

Ahead of T20 World Cup, Surya reveals India's T20 success mantra

Ahead of T20 World Cup, Surya reveals India's T20 success mantra

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

India's T20 mindset similar for all competitions; will give Washington time to recover: Suryakumar

ICC Challenges Pakistan's 'Force Majeure' Excuse For India T20 World Cup Match

ICC Challenges Pakistan's 'Force Majeure' Excuse For India T20 World Cup Match

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council has sought an explanation from Pakistan on how the 'Force Majeure' clause can be invoked to justify the team's refusal to play the T20 World Cup match against India.

T20 World Cup: Every India-Pakistan Game Means More Than Just Cricket

T20 World Cup: Every India-Pakistan Game Means More Than Just Cricket

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Beyond the boundaries drawn on maps, beyond the noise of rivalry, beyond wins and losses, friendship has found a way to endure, to grow, and to quietly prove that some connections are stronger than borders.

T20 World Cup: 'India have eleven potential match-winners'

T20 World Cup: 'India have eleven potential match-winners'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Beyond upsets, Dutch team chasing consistency: Bas de Leede

T20 World Cup: How India slammed 17 sixes, 17 fours to crush Zimbabwe

T20 World Cup: How India slammed 17 sixes, 17 fours to crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A rampant India piled up a record total and handed Zimbabwe a 72run shellacking in a Super Eight contest on Thursday to revive their Twenty20 World Cup title defence.

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: Raza wants Zimbabwe to trust momentum and keep going

T20 World Cup: Raza wants Zimbabwe to trust momentum and keep going

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza on Monday said that his side's upset win over Australia would count for nothing if they slip up in the next two matches of the T20 World Cup, and the focus is on staying grounded after the giant-killing act.

T20 World Cup: Massive blow for Italy as captain Wayne Madsen dislocates shoulder

T20 World Cup: Massive blow for Italy as captain Wayne Madsen dislocates shoulder

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Italy captain Wayne Madsen is doubtful for the rest of the T20 World Cup league stage after dislocating his shoulder during Italy's debut match against Scotland.

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

T20 World Cup: No January 21 deadline from ICC, says Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh Cricket Board is adamant in their stance of not playing their T20 World Cup matches in India.