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T20 World Cup 2026: The Full Schedule

T20 World Cup 2026: The Full Schedule

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

ICC T20 World Cup will be held from February 7 to March 8 2026. Check out the full schedule of T20 World Cup 2026.

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Middle East conflict delays Windies, Zimbabwe teams' return from T20 World Cup

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The West Indies and Zimbabwe cricket teams have delayed their return from India after being eliminated from the Twenty20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Parag captaincy a 'gamble', says Balaji on Rajasthan Royals' call

Parag captaincy a 'gamble', says Balaji on Rajasthan Royals' call

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Lakshmipathy Balaji questions Rajasthan Royals' decision to name Riyan Parag captain, calling it a gamble despite experienced options.

T20 WC Final: India On Brink Of History As Plucky New Zealand Await

T20 WC Final: India On Brink Of History As Plucky New Zealand Await

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India face New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad as Suryakumar Yadav's side aim to become the first team to successfully defend the title.

England reeling; Cummins, Lyon tighten Australia's Ashes grip

England reeling; Cummins, Lyon tighten Australia's Ashes grip

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Chasing a world record 435 runs to win, England were reduced to 207 for six at stumps on Day 4 of the third Test, still 228 runs short of victory

'England must change mindset to salvage Ashes'

'England must change mindset to salvage Ashes'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

England need to alter their approach if they hope to claw their way back after their disastrous start to the Ashes series and avoid another drubbing, former Australia paceman Mitchell Johnson said.

T20 WC: Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to grab 500 international wickets

T20 WC: Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to grab 500 international wickets

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Jasprit Bumrah becomes 8th Indian to complete 500 international wickets

Sanju Samson Nominated For T20 World Cup Player Of The Tournament Award

Sanju Samson Nominated For T20 World Cup Player Of The Tournament Award

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

India opener Sanju Samson is among the nominees for the T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament, alongside other top performers like Will Jacks and Sahibzada Farhan.

Parag's Royals Ready to Stun IPL 2026

Parag's Royals Ready to Stun IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

With key changes and a focus on a balanced squad, can the Rajasthan Royals make a significant impact in the Indian Premier League 2026 season under Riyan Parag's leadership?

T20 World Cup: What Is Going Wrong For Varun Chakravarthy?

T20 World Cup: What Is Going Wrong For Varun Chakravarthy?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Varun Chakravarthy, once considered India's 'X-factor' with the ball, is facing a form slump ahead of the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday.

T20 World Cup, India vs West Indies: Sanju Samson has got the success he deserves: Gavaskar

T20 World Cup, India vs West Indies: Sanju Samson has got the success he deserves: Gavaskar

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar hailed Sanju Samson after his match-winning knock powered India to a five-wicket victory in the must-win match against West Indies in the T20 World Cup.

T20 WC: 'We couldn't bat well throughout the tournament': Pak captain

T20 WC: 'We couldn't bat well throughout the tournament': Pak captain

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Pakistan's T20 World Cup campaign ended in disappointment despite a win against Sri Lanka, with captain Salman Agha citing batting failures and dew as contributing factors. Sahibzada Farhan's century was not enough to secure a semifinal spot as New Zealand qualified on net run rate.

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Where Cricket Bats Are Made In The World

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Traditionally carved from top-quality willow, famous bat-makers, source the bulk of their willow wood from Kashmir.

'Only Hype, No Contest': India Hammer Pakistan Again

'Only Hype, No Contest': India Hammer Pakistan Again

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

India hammer Pakistan by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup as Manjrekar, Dhawan, Vaughan and others react to the Men in Blue's commanding 8-1 record in ICC clashes.

England eye rare Ashes chance against depleted Australia

England eye rare Ashes chance against depleted Australia

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Their last eight Tests in Perth have all been defeats, with the most recent setback a bitter innings and 41-run capitulation in 2017 that saw Joe Root's team surrender the urn.

'England need a miracle to save Ashes'

'England need a miracle to save Ashes'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

England need to produce "something magical" on day four of the third Ashes Test against Australia if they are to have any chance of turning the tide, the visitors' spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel said on Friday.

'One more innings': Sanju Samson eyes match-winning knock in T20 World Cup final

'One more innings': Sanju Samson eyes match-winning knock in T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson said he wants play another match-winning performance in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday, aiming to secure a record third title for India.

Rohit Sharma 'fitter and committed' ahead of IPL 2026, says Mahela Jayawardene

Rohit Sharma 'fitter and committed' ahead of IPL 2026, says Mahela Jayawardene

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians' head coach Mahela Jayawardene praises Rohit Sharma's improved fitness and commitment ahead of IPL 2026, while also highlighting Suryakumar Yadav's leadership and Jasprit Bumrah's work ethic.

We trained too much, McCullum says after England defeat

We trained too much, McCullum says after England defeat

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

England Head Coach Brendon McCullum revealed his team may have been victims of their own thoroughness, conducting "five to 10 training sessions" in the extended break between Tests after losing the opener in Perth inside two days.

T20 World Cup: When The Tiranga Inspires SKY's Team To Soar

T20 World Cup: When The Tiranga Inspires SKY's Team To Soar

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

The sight of the Tricolour fluttering in the stands sharpens the resolve of the players. It feels as though the flag has been stitched out of the hopes and heartbeat of Indian fans.

T20 World Cup: Form Favours Nepal Against Debutants Italy

T20 World Cup: Form Favours Nepal Against Debutants Italy

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Nepal will aim to secure their first T20 World Cup win against debutants Italy in a Group C match, following a narrow defeat to England. The match is scheduled for Thursday.

14-year-old Sooryavanshi's 175 steers India to U-19 World Cup crown

14-year-old Sooryavanshi's 175 steers India to U-19 World Cup crown

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up the grand stage with a jaw-dropping 175 to power India to a record-extending sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title after a 100-run victory over England in the final in Harare on Friday.

Suryakumar Yadav defends Varun Chakravarthy ahead of T20 World Cup final

Suryakumar Yadav defends Varun Chakravarthy ahead of T20 World Cup final

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

India captain Suryakumar Yadav has expressed confidence in Varun Chakravarthy despite concerns about his recent form, as the team prepares for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand. The final team combination remains uncertain, with Kuldeep Yadav also in contention.

T20 World Cup: Massive rise in digital viewership

T20 World Cup: Massive rise in digital viewership

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reported a significant increase in video views across its digital platforms during the initial matches of the T20 World Cup, driven by growth in viewership from countries like Nepal, UAE, and USA.

Shivam Dube: Unsung Hero of World Cup Triumph

Shivam Dube: Unsung Hero of World Cup Triumph

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Shivam Dube's consistent and crucial contributions often went unnoticed during India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, despite his significant impact on the team's success.

T20 World Cup: Rashid hails Trott for transforming Afghanistan

T20 World Cup: Rashid hails Trott for transforming Afghanistan

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan praised outgoing head coach Jonathan Trott for his significant contribution to the team's progress and elevated standards. Khan also discussed the team's future and the upcoming World Cup.

England bring in all-rounder Jacks for second Ashes Test

England bring in all-rounder Jacks for second Ashes Test

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Spin-bowling all-rounder Will Jacks will replace paceman Mark Wood in an otherwise unchanged England side for the second Ashes Test against Australia in Brisbane.

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen won't mentor Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen won't mentor Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kevin Pietersen, former England captain, announces he will not be mentoring the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season due to time constraints, but will return as a commentator.

Santner's Spin Army Awaits Brook as NZ Eye Semi-Final Berth

Santner's Spin Army Awaits Brook as NZ Eye Semi-Final Berth

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

New Zealand, led by Mitchell Santner, look to seal a T20 World Cup semi-final berth as their spin attack prepares to challenge Harry Brook's England in a crucial Super Eight clash in Colombo.

Sooryavanshi, Chouhan, Patel in ICC U-19 World Cup team

Sooryavanshi, Chouhan, Patel in ICC U-19 World Cup team

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Kanishk Chouhan, and Henil Patel have been named in the ICC Under-19 World Cup Team of the Tournament after India's record-extending sixth title win.

India's T20 World Cup Win: From Samson to Bumrah: The men who made India invincible

India's T20 World Cup Win: From Samson to Bumrah: The men who made India invincible

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

A review of the key contributions from each player in India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, highlighting individual brilliance and teamwork.

Cricket fraternity hails Jaiswal's Oval masterclass!

Cricket fraternity hails Jaiswal's Oval masterclass!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

The cricket fraternity lavished praise on Yashasvi Jaiswal after the young opener produced a masterful century on Day 3 of the fifth and final Test against England at the Oval on Saturday.

Bumrah, Samson, Kishan, Pandya named in ICC T20 World Cup team

Bumrah, Samson, Kishan, Pandya named in ICC T20 World Cup team

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and Hardik Pandya have been named in the ICC's Team of the 2026 T20 World Cup after India's record-breaking victory.

Pramod Madushan replaces Malinga in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad

Pramod Madushan replaces Malinga in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council has confirmed pacer Pramod Madushan as the replacement for Sri Lanka quick Eshan Malinga, who was ruled out of the Twenty20 World Cup on home soil after dislocating his shoulder against England last week.

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

T20 World Cup Final: Kuldeep Must Replace Varun

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday?

SKY, Gambhir take T20 World Cup trophy to Siddhivinayak temple

SKY, Gambhir take T20 World Cup trophy to Siddhivinayak temple

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Surya Kumar Yadav offered prayers at the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai after winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

Sanju Samson Rewrites T20 World Cup Final History

Sanju Samson Rewrites T20 World Cup Final History

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Sanju Samson fell short of a century once again, but on the biggest stage he delivered a knock that will be remembered for a long time.

PIX: Australia crush England to retain Ashes with 82-run win

PIX: Australia crush England to retain Ashes with 82-run win

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

IMAGES from Day 5 of the 3rd Ashes Test in Adelaide on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: How Net Run Rate sent New Zealand through, Pakistan out

T20 World Cup: How Net Run Rate sent New Zealand through, Pakistan out

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

New Zealand reached the Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals after Pakistan crashed out despite a victory against Sri Lanka in a Group Two Super Eights match in Pallekele on Saturday.

Constant criticism has affected Sri Lanka players' mental health: Shanaka

Constant criticism has affected Sri Lanka players' mental health: Shanaka

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has apologised to his countrymen for their disappointing T20 World Cup campaign.