News for 'T20 World Cup'

Are You Happy with India's T20 World Cup Team?

Are You Happy with India's T20 World Cup Team?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Should India have included Shreyas Iyer and Shardul Thakur, Shikhar Dhawan and Yuzvendra Chahal? Tell us!

Raza Eyes T20 WC as Zimbabwe's Road Back to Relevance

Raza Eyes T20 WC as Zimbabwe's Road Back to Relevance

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Zimbabwe will play their group matches in Sri Lanka, where pitches are expected to favour spinners, and Raza was confident that his side has the required skill set in that department.

Mithali Raj predicts T20 World Cup finalists

Mithali Raj predicts T20 World Cup finalists

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Mithali Raj has predicted an India-New Zealand final in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Fit-again Archer returns to England squad for T20 World Cup

Fit-again Archer returns to England squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

'The World Cup squad will fly to the Caribbean on May 31 ahead of England's opening group match against Scotland at the Kensington Oval, Barbados, on Wednesday, June 4.'

With focus on T20 WC, Hardik, Bumrah may sit out SA ODIs

With focus on T20 WC, Hardik, Bumrah may sit out SA ODIs

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

In keeping with workload management for frontline pacers, spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is also likely to be rested from the three-match ODI series, which carries little significance in the build-up to the T20 showpiece.

T20 World Cup: Will rain dash England's semis hopes?

T20 World Cup: Will rain dash England's semis hopes?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

England's hopes of reaching the semi-finals would suffer a heavy blow if the Brisbane weather refuses to play ball.

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

T20 World Cup PIX: India women down Pakistan; keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

India registered a hard-fought six-wicket win over arch rivals Pakistan, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in the Women's T20 World Cup.

Can Zimbabwe salvage pride against rampant South Africa?

Can Zimbabwe salvage pride against rampant South Africa?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Zimbabwe faces South Africa in their final Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup, aiming to improve their bowling and challenge the in-form Proteas.

Australia announce team for T20 World Cup

Australia announce team for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

Uncapped Inglis joins Australia stars in T20 World Cup squad.

Big Blow! Injured Bumrah out of T20 World Cup

Big Blow! Injured Bumrah out of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was on Thursday ruled out of next month's T20 World Cup with a back injury.

Ashwin Snubs Bumrah, Names India's Real T20 Threats

Ashwin Snubs Bumrah, Names India's Real T20 Threats

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

In a surprising take, former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has overlooked Jasprit Bumrah while identifying the two biggest threats for opposition teams in T20 cricket.

UAE's Meiyappan takes first hat-trick of T20 World Cup

UAE's Meiyappan takes first hat-trick of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

United Arab Emirates spinner Karthik Meiyappan dismissed Sri Lanka's Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka and captain Dasun Shanaka to claim a hat-trick in the Twenty20 World Cup Group A match.

Nazrul's shocking U-Turn: Bangladesh players decided on India boycott

Nazrul's shocking U-Turn: Bangladesh players decided on India boycott

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Bangladesh's sports advisor, Asif Nazrul, claims the decision to refuse playing T20 World Cup matches in India was made by the Cricket Board and players to protect national dignity, despite earlier citing security concerns.

T20 World Cup postponed due to coronavirus

T20 World Cup postponed due to coronavirus

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

This year's Twenty20 World Cup, which was scheduled to begin in Australia on October 18, has been postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sport's governing International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday.

After India's Defeat, Star Sports Withdraws 'Chokers' Ad

After India's Defeat, Star Sports Withdraws 'Chokers' Ad

Rediff.com7 days ago

Star Sports withdraws its controversial 'cupcake' promo targeting South Africa after India's 76-run loss in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.

T20 World Cup: Shadab MVP; SKY 2nd!

T20 World Cup: Shadab MVP; SKY 2nd!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji list the Most Valuable Players in T20 World Cup 2022.

T20 World Cup: Karthik, Pant have gruelling nets session

T20 World Cup: Karthik, Pant have gruelling nets session

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

"We got an instruction from the Indian coaches to flight it less and bowl fast and keep it within stumps without many turns for Karthik to keep. We are not used to bowling this quick in Grade cricket but it was good fun," said one of the net bowlers Khilesh.

T20 World Cup: Rampaging India up against resolute SA in epic final

T20 World Cup: Rampaging India up against resolute SA in epic final

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

India will attempt to end its title drought against a South African side, which is unfamiliar with the winning feeling at major events.

Rinku Singh's father passes away after battling stage-four cancer

Rinku Singh's father passes away after battling stage-four cancer

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian cricketer Rinku Singh's father passed away after battling stage-four cancer. Rinku had briefly returned home from the T20 World Cup to see his father.

NZ Pacer Henry to Return Home for Birth of Second Child

NZ Pacer Henry to Return Home for Birth of Second Child

Rediff.com3 days ago

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry will leave the T20 World Cup after the Super Eights clash against England to be with his wife for the birth of their second child, with a possible return if the team reaches the semifinals.

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

T20 World Cup: Batting a worry for South Africa ahead of USA clash

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

South Africa will have no room for error as their world-class batters will be keen to flex their muscles against a spirited USA in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup.

Will NZ host ICC T20 World Cup?

Will NZ host ICC T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

In an interaction with ANI, New Zealand Sports Minister Robertson said that the final decision is for the ICC to take, and currently, the country is preparing to host the Women's World Cup in 2021.

Hayden named Pakistan's mentor for T20 World Cup

Hayden named Pakistan's mentor for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Hayden worked with Pakistan when it reached the semi-finals of last year's 20-overs World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

Head has heart and soul on T20 World Cup glory

Head has heart and soul on T20 World Cup glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Travis Head raised his career graph a few notches up in 2023, but the Australian batter understands that staying at that level is a challenging task, and the first stop for him in that journey is the upcoming T20 World Cup.

India match boycott only to get Bangladesh respect: Pakistan

India match boycott only to get Bangladesh respect: Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan's decision to boycott their T20 World Cup match against India was aimed solely at securing "respect" for Bangladesh.

T20 World Cup PIX: Campher heroics keeps Ireland alive

T20 World Cup PIX: Campher heroics keeps Ireland alive

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Ireland's Curtis Campher and George Dockrell combined in an unbroken 119-run stand to take their side to an unlikely six-wicket win over Scotland in the T20 World Cup win in Hobart.

'A great privilege...' T20 WC ambassador Rohit reacts

'A great privilege...' T20 WC ambassador Rohit reacts

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Many months into his retirement from T20I and Test format, the 38-year-old right-hander on Tuesday said he is getting used to sitting at home and watching the action unfold on television instead of being part of it.

T20 World Cup: West Indies, Afghanistan in battle for supremacy

T20 World Cup: West Indies, Afghanistan in battle for supremacy

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Hosts West Indies and Afghanistan will indulge in a battle of one upmanship and strive to gain momentum for the Super Eight stage.

New Zealand look to seal Super Eight berth against Canada

New Zealand look to seal Super Eight berth against Canada

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

New Zealand will aim to secure their spot in the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup when they face Canada, while also looking to address weaknesses exposed in their previous match against South Africa.

'Cupcakes, Not Chokers': SA Coach's Sly Dig at Broadcaster

'Cupcakes, Not Chokers': SA Coach's Sly Dig at Broadcaster

Rediff.com23 hours ago

South Africa coach Shukri Conrad takes a cheeky dig at the 'chokers' tag after a T20 World Cup ad, saying the unbeaten Proteas are embracing pressure ahead of their semifinal against New Zealand.

Will Gill make the cut as India set to name T20 WC squad?

Will Gill make the cut as India set to name T20 WC squad?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

With India set to name their T20 World Cup 2026 squad on Saturday in Mumbai, the spotlight has firmly shifted to Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, whose recent struggles have turned the selection meeting into a high-stakes call.

T20 WC warm-up: Kishan blasts 20-ball 50, India outplay SA

T20 WC warm-up: Kishan blasts 20-ball 50, India outplay SA

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India put on a commanding performance to beat South Africa by 30 runs in their T20 World Cup warm-up clash at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on Wednesday.

Why Ganguly feels India are favourites to win T20 WC

Why Ganguly feels India are favourites to win T20 WC

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

India has a strong spin attack, my favourite team in T20 WC: Ganguly

Mature Hales 'looking forward' to England opportunity at T20 World Cup

Mature Hales 'looking forward' to England opportunity at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

In 2019, Hales was withdrawn from the preliminary squad for the 50-overs World Cup after the Guardian newspaper reported he was serving a three-week ban for recreational drug use.

India maintain top spot ahead of T20 World Cup

India maintain top spot ahead of T20 World Cup

Rediff.com29 May 2024

England captain Jos Buttler has inched up to seventh position, Jonny Bairstow is up eight places to 36th while Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has advanced from 57th to 51st.

US wants to host T20 World Cup

US wants to host T20 World Cup

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The US gained one-day international status at the beginning of 2019 and beat Scotland in December. Higgins is eyeing Test status within the next decade.

Will T20 World Cup be sacrificed for IPL?

Will T20 World Cup be sacrificed for IPL?

Rediff.com4 May 2021

31 games (including the play-offs) in IPL 2021 are left to be played and October-November will be the only period when international players will be available since no country has any series scheduled in view of the T20 World Cup.

Axar on how India overcame Wankhede pitch surprise

Axar on how India overcame Wankhede pitch surprise

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

India vice-captain Axar Patel expressed surprise at the Wankhede pitch conditions during their T20 World Cup opener against the USA, despite securing a victory. He highlighted the team's resilience after an early batting collapse and Suryakumar Yadav's match-winning innings.

Steve Smith raring to leave mark on T20 World Cup

Steve Smith raring to leave mark on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Though arguably Australia's finest batsman of the modern era, Steve Smith's only on-field role has been as a substitute at this World Cup, with selectors opting for the hard-hitting but inexperienced David in the middle order.

Zimbabwe eye Ireland scalp with maiden Super 8 berth in sight

Zimbabwe eye Ireland scalp with maiden Super 8 berth in sight

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe aims to secure a Super Eight berth in the T20 World Cup with a win against Ireland, following their victory over Australia. Ireland, after a win against Oman, seeks to end the tournament on a high note despite the absence of their captain.