The International Cricket Council emphasized on Monday that a two-year T20 Word Cup cycle is important for the growth of the game, as it is the format that is contested by all its members.
Former South Africa fast bowler Vernon Philander says Jasprit Bumrah has set high standards for pacers across the world.
Big test for India, Eng; minnows likely to shake applecart
Shakib Al Hasan rose to the occasion in a crucial Group D match, scoring an unbeaten 64
South Africa and India have advanced as the two other teams unbeaten in the group stage though both had their struggles in the United States leg of the tournament.
There were reports that the ICC could forbid Afghanistan from participating in the showpiece event if the team decides to play under the Taliban flag amid the ongoing turmoil in the country.
Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India
A 'gutted' David Miller said the T20 World Cup final loss to India was a tough blow for South Africa.
Without belittling the poised run of the Proteas, Afghanistan have been the revelation of this ICC showpiece.
Ottneil Baartman registered his best bowling figures of 4 for 11 as South Africa produced a fine bowling effort to restrict Netherlands to 103 for nine
Rovman Powell remained extremely proud of the progress the 'Men in Maroon' have made in the past year.
The stage is set for a thrilling T20 World Cup final between India and South Africa. Here's a breakdown of five key matchups that could swing the momentum of the match:
England batters look to tame strong South African bowling
England will be keen to overcome a lack of ideal preparation due to rain and hit the ground running when they face Scotland in their T20 World Cup opener
Images from the T20 World Cup match between the United States of America and Canada in Dallas on Saturday.
USA's sparkling debut, Afghan bravehearts' dream run and India's brilliance
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has been criticised for failing to meet "transformational targets" with only one black African in Kagiso Rabada part of the T20 World Cup squad.
Michael Vaughan put the blame on alleged 'India-centric' scheduling for Afghanistan's disappointing show
Dwayne Bravo appointed Afghanistan bowling consultant for T20 World Cup
Nortje outdid a spell of his own against Bangladesh back in the 2022 tournament in Australia, where he took 4/10 runs.
India will start their T20 World Cup campaign on June 5 against Ireland at the newly constructed Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.
Sri Lanka are on the brink of an early exit from the T20 World Cup after heavy rain washed out their Group D match against Nepal
The pitch invader, wearing a T-shirt that read 'Stop Bombing Palentine' and 'Free Palestine' and carrying a Palestinian flag, tried to hug Virat Kohli.
India have lost only once to Pakistan in the T20 World Cup in seven meetings, their only defeat coming in 2021 when the Virat Kohli-led side lost by 10 wickets at the Super 12 stage.
The umpires decided to abandon the match after an inspection at 11.30 AM local time (9 PM IST).
Holland will begin their T20 World Cup campaign on June 4 against Nepal at Dallas and four days later will face formidable South Africa in New York.
Never give up, fight till last moment: Sreejesh's learning from Rohit's men
Sri Lanka thrashed the Netherlands by a whopping 83 runs in an inconsequential final group D league game of the T20 World Cup.
Ponting believes Saim Ayub is worth keeping an eye on during the T20 World Cup.
Ashwin also acknowledged the hard work done by Dravid during his stint as India coach, saying he brought balance to the team and change in approach.
Following his removal from the committee, Riaz took to X and wrote, 'There is a lot I can say but I don't want to be part of the blame games.'
New York amps up security after concerns reported
IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Pakistan and Ireland in Lauderhill, USA on Sunday.
South Africa created history as they defended the lowest ever total in the history of the T20 World Cup.
The 58-year-old feels that Australia and India were the best sides throughout the tournament, but Mitchell Marsh's side paid the price of their loss against Afghanistan.
The BCCI secretary is the convenor of the senior selection committee (men) and with Shah busy with his political commitments, it is understood that the meeting will be held in Ahmedabad.
Richards could mentor the team in the World Cup a role fulfilled by former Australian opener, Matthew Hayden in the last two T20 World Cups in 2021 and 2022 where Pakistan reached the semi-final and final.
Rohit's form will be crucial to India's fortunes in the tournament as he will be expected to give explosive starts.
Healy continued her fine performance with a direct hit to run out Chedean Nation and, with Mohammed and Chinelle Henry unable to bat because of injury and illness, West Indies were dismissed for 148 in 37 overs.
Mujeeb-ur-Rahman and Noor Ahmad will join Rashid and Nabi in Afghanistan's formidable spin attack, which is likely to be key to their performance in the 20-team tournament.
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