'India is struggling against spin. So how do you solve that? Try to rearrange the batting order in a way that naturally good players of spin are batting up the order, and people like Tilak Varma, who is struggling a little bit, can come down the order.'
Rahul, Padikkal power Karnataka to 355/2 with big hundreds
England's captain, Harry Brook, emphasises the importance of unity, belief, and composure under pressure as the team prepares for their T20 World Cup semifinal clash against India.
India and West Indies clash in a high-stakes virtual quarter-final on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.
England and Pakistan lock horns in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights clash in Pallekele, as Brook's side eye momentum while Pakistan seek comeback.
The One-Day International format will struggle for survival and relevance after the 2027 World Cup once its bonafide greats Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma decide to call time, says former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.
Jason Holder attributes his impressive T20 World Cup bowling form to improved yorkers and unpredictability after his 4/27 helped West Indies beat Nepal and reach the Super 8s.
India faces Zimbabwe in a crucial T20 World Cup Super 8 match, needing a big win to improve their net run rate after a heavy loss to South Africa. The team needs to address issues in the top order and consider strategic changes to the batting lineup.
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.
Jasprit Bumrah's impact, precision and big-match temperament in the T20 World Cup draw comparisons with Sachin Tendulkar, as India's pace spearhead continues to shape games with unmatched control and cricketing intelligence.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says India will face pressure in front of their home crowd in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad as the Kiwis look to upset the hosts.
Defending champions India look to do something they have never done in World Cups and retain the trophy.
2025 will go down as one of the most unsettling chapters in Indian cricket -- not merely because of who retired, but because of how and when it happened.
Former Pakistan pacer Umar Gul terms Hardik Pandya India's biggest threat ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 clash in Colombo but tips Pakistan to edge the high-pressure contest.
Afghanistan and Canada, already out of contention, are set to clash in their final T20 World Cup match, both eager to secure a morale-boosting victory.
Sunil Gavaskar believes Abhishek Sharma is struggling with expectations in the T20 World Cup and advises him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also praises Shivam Dube and Varun Chakravarthy's performances and suggests potential changes for the Super 8 clash against South Africa.
South Africa say Ahmedabad familiarity and recent India series help preparation for T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash.
Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus admitted that his team struggled against Varun Chakravarthy's spin, a skill they rarely encounter in associate cricket, leading to their defeat against India.
Clinical South Africa hammer West Indies by nine wickets, seal semifinal spot
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.
For a team that once struggled for basic infrastructure, the T20 World Cup is being viewed as a defining leap rather than just another appearance for Nepal.
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.
Former India captain Rohit Sharma described the 2007 T20 World Cup games as his favourite T20 World Cup fixture against Pakistan.
Pratika Rawal admits 'not even one department went our way' after India's crushing 185-run defeat to Australia in Hobart, sealing a 0-3 ODI series whitewash.
Fans gather in huge numbers at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 clash, with confidence and emotions running high on both sides.
Stand-in skipper Harry Manenti called it a dream come true as Italy secured their maiden T20 World Cup win with a dominant 10-wicket victory over Nepal.
Harry Brook ton leads England to nervy win over Pakistan and T20 World Cup semifinals.
India defend the decision to drop Axar Patel for Washington Sundar against South Africa, calling it a tactical call based on powerplay match-ups.
The West Indies and South Africa, both undefeated, will battle in a Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup. The West Indies' powerful batting will be tested by South Africa's balanced bowling attack. The result could significantly impact India's chances of reaching the semi-finals.
India and South Africa will face off in their opening Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup. The match will test India's batting line-up against South Africa's formidable bowling attack.
New Zealand pacer Matt Henry highlights the fierce rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa ahead of their crucial T20 World Cup match, emphasizing the historical context and the importance of adapting to conditions.
Tejal Hasanbis's impactful half-century and Prema Rawat's leg-spin helped India A defeat Bangladesh A by 46 runs in the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars final.
Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks' rapid 44-run partnership turned the game as England chased down a target of 160 with three balls to spare and beat New Zealand by four wickets in the T20 World Cup Super Eights in Colombo on Friday.
India's loss to South Africa in the T20 World Cup Super 8s has sparked outrage among fans, who are questioning Coach Gautam Gambhir's decision to bench Axar Patel in favour of Washington Sundar.
Despite Zimbabwe's exit from the T20 World Cup, Brian Bennett's outstanding performance, including a valiant 97 n.o. against India, has been a major highlight.
Though he hasn't made a big impact with the bat yet, Rinku Singh has good experience at Eden Gardens. He has played 25 IPL matches here, scored 540 runs in 23 innings, and has a strike rate of 157.4. Will the team management back him as a finisher in this must win game?
Application required in Test cricket was missing, says Kumble after India's batting collapse
India face a tough spin challenge from England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, as both teams aim for a perfect game in the high-pressure knockout.
USA vice-captain Jasdeep Singh says the team is no longer an underdog and is ready to face India in the T20 World Cup.
Kolkata's 'Knight Rider' Allen blows away South Africa, takes NZ into final
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