PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will attend the Pakistan-India T20 World Cup match in Colombo and is expected to hold talks with ICC officials to ease tensions after a recent boycott threat.
Former India skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday said watching T20 World Cup from the sidelines for the first time in his career will be a "strange" experience as he reflected on the difficult selection calls and leadership decisions that defined his captaincy tenure.
The International Cricket Council has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board that it has been replaced by Scotland in T20 World Cup 2026.
Justin Langer backs Lucknow Super Giants' batting revamp despite loss to Mumbai Indians, praising Rishabh Pants selflessness and Nicholas Pooran's explosive knock and improved intent.
'India is struggling against spin. So how do you solve that? Try to rearrange the batting order in a way that naturally good players of spin are batting up the order, and people like Tilak Varma, who is struggling a little bit, can come down the order.'
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.
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.
Former India opener WV Raman and RR's Zubin Bharucha analyse Sanju Samson's T20I struggles, breaking down technical and mental aspects of his batting.
India's Sanju Samson has been named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for March following his outstanding performance in the T20 World Cup.
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has expressed his support for Suryakumar Yadav, acknowledging his current struggles but remaining confident in his ability to regain form. Jayawardene also highlighted Jasprit Bumrah's need for support from other bowlers.
Washington ruled out of T20I series against NZ; Bishnoi, Iyer added to squad
Tim David discusses the challenges of being a finisher in T20 cricket and how he manages pressure in the IPL. He credits the top-order batsmen for making his job easier and emphasises the importance of practice and adapting to different bowling styles, particularly spin.
Shubman Gill will return 'better, stronger' after T20 World Cup snub: Gujarat Titans COO
Bhutan's left-arm spinner Sonam Yeshey became the first bowler to pick up an eight-wicket haul in T20 cricket
Tilak Varma posted some pictures and videos on his social media, showcasing his rehab process as he prepares to make a return to Team India ahead of the all-important T20 World Cup.
Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant admitted that a few extra runs could have tilted the game in their favour after their six-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians in an Indian Premier League clash.
B Sai Sudharsan's magnificent century propelled Gujarat Titans to a competitive total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match. His innings defied T20 conventions, proving runs can be made without aggressive hitting.
Middle-order batter Rinku Singh has returned home from Chennai due to a family emergency, raising concerns about his availability for India's crucial Super 8s match against Zimbabwe.
Mumbai Indians coach Mahela Jayawardene has dismissed burnout concerns for key Indian players, emphasising the team's focus on regaining rhythm and confidence after a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.
Yuzvendra Chahal acknowledges the Impact Player rule's challenges for bowlers in the IPL but praises Punjab Kings' batsmen for consistently chasing down high scores.
Mitchell Santner's captain's knock and Rachin Ravindra's bowling brilliance led New Zealand to a 61-run victory over Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup, pushing them closer to the semifinals.
Ryan Rickelton praises Rohit Sharma's class and calmness after their 143-run stand powers Mumbai Indians' chase, while also giving an update on Hardik Pandya's fitness.
Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya admitted their IPL 2026 campaign never really got off the ground after their eight-wicket defeat by Chennai Super Kings on Saturday.
Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive batting in the IPL has caught the attention of cricket commentator Ian Bishop, who attributes the young player's success to his strong mental and technical abilities.
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'.
Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch has questioned Kolkata Knight Riders' use of all-rounder Cameron Green in IPL 2026, saying team selection should be based on roles and conditions, not auction price.
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
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to rediscover their batting form after a recent collapse as they face Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. RCB, currently second in the standings, need to regroup after a defeat against Gujarat Titans, while LSG are struggling at the bottom after losing their last six matches.
South Africa beat New Zealand by seven wickets in T20 World Cup game in Ahmedabad.
Delhi Capitals's Ashutosh Sharma discusses his role as a finisher after their victory over Rajasthan Royals in an IPL match. He emphasises the importance of the opening partnership and powerplay in T20 cricket. Rajasthan Royals' batting coach Vikram Rathour acknowledges poor execution with the ball as the reason for their defeat.
Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.
Our flight is booked, we are going: Suryakumar on India's T20WC match against Pak
Diksha Dagar impressed at the Investec SA Women's Open, while Patricia Schmidt leads the tournament.
Abhishek Sharma's fearless knock against New Zealand has impressed everyone, including Mohammed Kaif, who says the young Indian is showing the world a new way to be a T20 power-hitter -- even standing tall in Chris Gayle's shadow.
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.
Harry Brook smashed a match-winning hundred in Tuesday's Super Eight match against Pakistan after being moved up the order to number three but the England captain is unsure if he will stay in the new slot for the rest of the Twenty20 World Cup.
Although the Joburg Super Kings player later came out to bat as stand-in captain, filling in for the injured Faf du Plessis, Ferreira faced just one delivery before retiring hurt due to discomfort.
Pakistan's cricket team, led by player-of-the-match Sahibzada Farhan, plans to adopt an aggressive and positive approach in their upcoming high-stakes match against India in the T20 World Cup, aiming for a strong performance and crucial victories.
Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday met his Bangladesh counterpart Aminul Islam and ICC deputy chair Imran Khwaja in Lahore, even as efforts to resolve the standoff over Pakistan's proposed boycott of the high stakes T20 World Cup match against India gather pace.
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