India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs to win their third T20 World Cup title. The victory was marked by enthusiastic celebrations, consolatory gestures towards the New Zealand team, and the presence of cricket legends.
Chennai Super Kings head into IPL 2026 with a young squad, new signings like Sanju Samson and a focus on rebuilding as Mahendra Singh Dhoni's era nears its final chapter.
Spending more than US$3 million (Rs 28.40 crore) and nearly 60 percent of their purse on players, who can proverbially be termed as wet behind the ears, does display a change in mindset.
Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.
From styling icons like M S Dhoni and Virat Kohli to launching India's first horror film festival, Sapna Bhavnani's journey stretches far beyond cricket and Bollywood -- into fearless self-expression, bold filmmaking and unapologetic reinvention.
Sanju Samson finally breaks his silence on leaving Rajasthan Royals as he prepares for a new chapter with Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026 and the chance to learn from MS Dhoni.
An analysis of Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy during India's T20 World Cup victory, highlighting his unique leadership style and its impact on the team's performance.
India lifted the prestigious trophy after defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, successfully defending the title and becoming the first team in the history of the tournament to retain the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
C D Gopinath was a member of the team that secured India's first-ever Test victory in 1952, beating England by an innings and eight runs--his contribution being a valuable 35 runs. Little did I imagine that within months of putting his journey into words as the oldest living Indian cricketer, he would pass away on April 9, 2026, at the age of 96.
Speaking on Taruwar Kohli's YouTube channel, Vijay praised Dhoni's power-hitting, mental strength and unmatched impact on the game.
Ravichandran Ashwin discusses his reasons for retiring from the IPL, citing a disappointing and mentally taxing experience with the Chennai Super Kings in 2025.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru carried off from last season with dominating performances in their opening two games of IPL 2026.
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Mumbai Indians have an edge over Chennai Super Kings in the debate over the greatest IPL franchise.
'We have been talking about this for many years -- we have been playing good cricket, but we had to win one big tournament, without that, we couldn't talk about change.'
A timely unbeaten 53 from vice-captain Rinku Singh and a fine spell from Varun Chakravarthy powered former champions Kolkata Knight Riders to their first win of IPL 2026.
Chennai Super Kings face Delhi Capitals in the IPL, seeking their first win of the season. Pressure is on the opening duo of Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad to perform.
Dinesh Karthik believes Devdutt Padikkal's consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL will soon earn him a place in the Indian national team.
Chennai Super Kings team management must work on keeping a "hurting" dressing room in good spirits to arrest the slide, Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin said.
History shows New Zealand are yet to lose to India in the T20 World Cup.
Michael Hussey shared a heart-warming insight into Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mindset on how the Chennai Super Kings legend calms young Indian players in the high-pressure Indian Premier League.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashes a 15-ball fifty and other sensational stats as Rajasthan Royals crush CSK by eight wickets in their IPL 2026 opener.
Against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Angkrish Raghuvanshi played like a seasoned campaigner, tonking the bowlers all over the ground.
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
Mumbai cricketers stole the spotlight in a thrilling IPL 2026 match, as Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan and Shivam Dube shone for Chennai Super Kings, while Shreyas Iyer guided Punjab Kings to victory.
Piyush Chawla and Irfan Pathan say Sanju Samson could transform Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2026 season as the team aims for a record sixth title under captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming discusses the evolving strategies in T20 cricket, the diminishing role of traditional finishers, and the impact of the 'Impact Player' rule on the balance between batting and bowling.
Sarfaraz Khan has expanded his horizon as he now aims to play white-ball cricket for India.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 15-ball fifty powers Rajasthan Royals to an 8-wicket win over CSK after bowling them out for 127 in their IPL 2026 opener.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower shares his perspective on the Impact Player rule in the IPL, Josh Hazlewood's fitness, and the team's strategy for the upcoming season.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking half-century, leading his team to victory against Chennai Super Kings.
Pathan also praised Virat Kohli's enduring fitness and consistency, calling him a "Run Machine" and noting that he continues to score centuries.
Shivam Dube: 'I worked really hard, but there is something called support that is given by Surya and Gautam. They have given me a free hand. So I go and hit because they trust me a lot.'
Harmanpreet Kaur has now joined the pantheon of legends, becoming only the third Indian captain to lift an ODI World Cup trophy.
Cricket legends Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Zaheer Khan, and Sourav Ganguly reminisced about India's historic 2001 Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens.
Dhoni and Sangakkara, two contemporaries who relentlessly stayed in contention for the number one spot during their era, went head-to-head in the 2011 World Cup final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Gujarat Titans' Sai Sudharsan is focusing on versatility and adaptability for the upcoming IPL season, drawing lessons from his recent experiences with the Indian Test team and overcoming a rib-cage injury.
India's biggest challenge could come from an unexpected source -- Pakistan's mystery spinner Usman Tariq.
Ambati Rayudu picked Mahendra Singh Dhoni as India's best ever captain ahead of the likes of Sourav Ganguly and Kapil Dev.
England head coach Brendon McCullum said he intends to continue in the role despite his side's exit from the T20 World Cup following a sevenrun defeat to India in the semi-finals.
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