'The way he is batting, I think sometimes, he was kind of wasted down the bottom in the innings. He's such a good player, he can bat in all situations... (against) spin (and) pace..'
India U19 World Cup winners Ayush Mhatre and Udhav Mohan were given rousing welcomes at home after helping India clinch a record sixth world title in Zimbabwe.
Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan climbs to No.2 in ICC T20I batting rankings after twin World Cup centuries, narrowing the gap to India's Abhishek Sharma as Super 8 reshuffle impacts all categories.
Rinku Singh will link-up with the Indian squad ahead of the must-win Super 8 clash against West Indies after attending the funeral of his father, who passed away following a battle with cancer.
Matt Renshaw refuses to blame Colombo pitch after Australia's 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, admitting the team "weren't good enough" in the chase.
Team India opener Abhishek Sharma continued to stay at the top of the ICC Men's T20I batting charts despite a horrendous run in the ongoing T20 World Cup.
here are the standout stats and records from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
ICC have announced the list of officials for the Super 8s, starting with New Zealand-Pakistan duel in Group 2 on Saturday, February 21.
Former captain Ricky Ponting says the current Australian side lacked the aura that defined its past teams at ICC World Cups.
Kolkata Knight Riders face a setback as India seamer Akash Deep is ruled out of IPL 2024 due to a back injury, adding to their growing list of injured fast bowlers.
IPL 2026 will be more about tracking the performance of those 20-odd players who are going to be in the mix for the 50-overs World Cup.
Injury-hit Australia are considering including veteran Steve Smith to strengthen their batting line-up for the crucial T20 World Cup Group B match against Sri Lanka. Australia needs to win to secure a spot in the Super Eights after a defeat to Zimbabwe.
Gautam Gambhir explains why India backed Abhishek Sharma despite three ducks early in the T20 World Cup, as the opener bounced back with a blazing fifty in the final against New Zealand.
India's virtual T20 World Cup quarterfinal against West Indies at Eden Gardens will be played on the same pitch that produced the tournament's first 200-plus total, with dew and spin likely to play key roles.
Australian captain Mitchell Marsh expressed disappointment over the team's early exit from the T20 World Cup, citing missed opportunities and underperformance in key matches. Despite a final win against Oman, Marsh acknowledged the team's failure to deliver when it mattered most.
Gary Kirsten, the former India World Cup-winning coach, has been appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, aiming to strengthen the national side for major global events, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Sunil Gavaskar praises Sanju Samson's remarkable transformation in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his match-winning performances after facing earlier setbacks.
Suryakumar Yadav says his famous catch to dismiss David Miller in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final changed his life as India created history by defending the title in 2026.
Despite concerns over his recent form, India are expected to maintain their faith in Abhishek Sharma for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday.
It is said that in Chennai, fans do not watch cricket -- they analyse and debate it and even outthink the experts. Cricket here is savoured like their favourite dish -- a hot bowl of rasam.
Namibia beat Tanzania by 63 runs to become the first team from the African Qualifiers to secure a spot in the next year's T20 World Cup.
Former champions Australia are set to conduct a thorough review of their disappointing T20 World Cup campaign after failing to progress beyond the group stage.
Ishan Kishan's impressive performance in the T20 World Cup has propelled him to a career-high second position in the ICC T20I batting rankings, while Rashid Khan overtakes Varun Chakravarthy to become the top-ranked bowler.
Praise poured in from all corners for Sanju Samson who guided India to a victory over the West Indies in a virtual quarterfinal in their T20 World Cup Super 8 match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Sunday.
India's recent T20 World Cup victory signals a new era of dominance in the format, driven by strategic gameplay, exceptional talent, and the financial power of the BCCI, while other teams struggle to compete.
After a big loss, teams often give excuses instead of honestly admitting they played badly.
South Africa begins their T20 World Cup campaign against Canada, while Zimbabwe faces Oman in another match. Both South Africa and Zimbabwe aim to make a strong impact in the tournament.
Australia will aim to salvage pride against Oman in their final T20 World Cup match after a disappointing campaign marked by injuries and poor form.
Sanju Samson believes India is poised to dominate global cricket for years to come following their T20 World Cup victory. He also reflected on his pivotal role in the team's success.
Friday's earthquake in Kolkata has added uncertainty to India's crucial T20 World Cup match against the West Indies, which is a virtual quarter-final for a spot in the semi-finals.
South Africa has established a strong advantage in the tournament by playing a majority of their matches at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, turning the stadium into a fortress.
Chris Gaffaney and Allahuddien Paleker will be the two on-field umpires for the T20 World Cup semi-final between India and England in Mumbai on Thursday.
Former India bowling coach Paras Mhambrey praises India's dominant run in the ongoing T20 World Cup, highlighting squad depth and the importance of peaking at the right time.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly offering the head coach position for the Test team to former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, potentially making him the youngest person to hold the role.
Clinical South Africa hammer West Indies by nine wickets, seal semifinal spot
Spinner Keshav Maharaj stressed the importance of adapting quickly to conditions as South Africa prepares for a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match against the West Indies.
Shubman Gill expresses his determination to win the 2027 World Cup after India's defeat in the 2023 final. Suryakumar Yadav reflects on the 2023 final loss and India's recent ICC titles, while Harmanpreet Kaur discusses strategic team decisions.
England and Sri Lanka prepare for a crucial Super Eight match in the T20 World Cup, with spin bowling expected to play a key role. England aims to replicate their recent series win in Sri Lanka, while the hosts seek to capitalize on home advantage.
A preview of the T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand, including key facts, team details, and their journey to the final.
Aiden Markram's unbeaten 82 and a 95-run opening stand with Quinton de Kock powered South Africa to a nine-wicket win over West Indies, putting the Proteas on the brink of the T20 World Cup semi-finals.
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