T20 World Cup 2026: Kishan’s blitz fires India to 175

In a high-stakes encounter at the R. Premadasa Stadium, India set a challenging target of 176 for arch-rivals Pakistan, largely propelled by a breathtaking 77-run knock from opener Ishan Kishan. Despite an early setback and a middle-order squeeze by Pakistan’s spinners, India finished their 20 overs at 175/7 on a tacky Colombo surface that offered significant turn.

BCB president opts out of attending India-Pakistan World Cup clash

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Aminul Islam has changed his mind at the last minute and decided not to travel to Colombo to watch the India-Pakistan match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Markram powers Proteas to World Cup win over Black Caps

South Africa stormed to a commanding seven-wicket win over New Zealand national cricket team in Group D of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, powered by a breathtaking captain’s knock from Aiden

Boycott Drama Over: India–Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash back on in Colombo

Cricket’s fiercest rivalry is back as India and Pakistan gear up to clash in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. Pakistan had briefly threatened to boycott the match, citing solidarity with Bangladesh, but the threat was resolved after last-minute ICC negotiations. Broadcasters, wary of lost ad revenue, also pushed to ensure the marquee fixture went ahead. It remains uncertain whether rain might affect play.

Tucker 94 fires Ireland to 235 against Oman at T20 World Cup

Captain Lorcan Tucker struck an unbeaten 94 to power Ireland to a mammoth 235-5 against Oman on Saturday, the highest total so far in this year’s T20 World Cup.

USA crush Netherlands by 93 runs for first T20 World Cup 2026 win

The United States stormed to their first victory of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, hammering the Netherlands by 93 runs in a dominant all-round display on Thursday.

UAE beat Canada in thrilling chase, keep Super 8 hopes alive

United Arab Emirates pulled off a dramatic five-wicket win over Canada to stay alive in the T20 World Cup Group D race.

India-Pakistan: Hottest ticket in cricket sparks T20 World Cup fever

Excitement was hitting fever pitch in Colombo and across South Asia on Friday after Pakistan relented and decided to play against India in the T20 World Cup, reigniting the most lucrative match in cricket.

T20 Crisis: Australia must beat Sri Lanka or face exit

Australia’s T20 World Cup hopes hang by a thread after a shocking 23-run loss to Zimbabwe in Colombo — extending their winless streak against the African side in T20 World Cups.

Zimbabwe stun Australia with historic upset in Colombo

Zimbabwe produced the first major shock of the T20 World Cup 2026, defeating former champions Australia by 23 runs at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Hemantha called up as Hasaranga ruled out of T20 World Cup

The 30-year-old leg-spinner Dushan Hemantha has been handed a golden opportunity to shine on the world stage, stepping in for star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga as Sri Lanka chase a Super Eight berth in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Farhan, spinners lead Pakistan to easy USA win in T20 World Cup

Opener Sahibzada Farhan hit a solid half-century while spinner Usman Tariq grabbed three wickets as Pakistan downed the United States by 32 runs in a T20 World Cup Group A game in Colombo on Tuesday.

India look forward to Pakistan 'challenge' after T20 World Cup U-turn

India said Tuesday it would be ’’a challenge’’ to face a ’’quality’’ Pakistan team in Colombo after Islamabad U-turned and decided to play the blockbuster T20 World Cup clash.

Stage-managed India-Pakistan show leaves Bangladesh an outcast

India and Pakistan have literally had the best free advertisement, critics may argue theatre, in the run-up to their match at the Men’s T20 World Cup in Colombo on Sunday like never before bringing into focus the hypocrisy of politics, statecraft and even fair-play that made one other leading cricket-playing country Bangladesh an outcast.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Press Note

The International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have concluded an open, constructive and congenial dialogue. This dialogue covered several matters, including but not limited to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and the broader outlook for cricket in South Asia.

Olympic bosses investigate why medals are breaking

Milan-Cortina 2026 organisers say they are giving ’’maximum attention’’ to why Olympic medals are breaking after several athletes experienced issues with theirs.

Zimbabwe Cruise to Eight-Wicket Win Over Oman in T20 World Cup Opener

Zimbabwe got their T20 World Cup campaign off to a flying start with an emphatic eight-wicket win over Oman at Colombo’s Sinhalese Sports Club.

Kamindu Sparks Sri Lanka to T20 World Cup Opening Win

A last-minute call-up, Kamindu Mendis flipped the script with a blistering 44 off just 19 balls, hauling Sri Lanka from a sluggish position to a competitive 163.

Seifert half-century helps NZ beat Afghanistan

New Zealand pulled off their highest run chase in T20 World Cup history as they opened their Group D campaign with a five-wicket win over Afghanistan.

Ireland sense an opening as Sri Lanka search for spark

Sri Lanka may be co-hosts of the T20 World Cup, but familiarity with home conditions offers little comfort as pressure mounts on Dasun Shanaka’s side ahead of their opening clash against Ireland.

Sri Lanka’s Viran Chamuditha Secures Place in ICC Under-19 World Cup Squad

A four-person selection panel have determined which rising stars make Team of the Tournament after India’s win at the U19 World Cup.

ICC in talks to revive India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash

The International Cricket Council is in talks with the Pakistan Cricket Board to resolve the boycott of its T20 World Cup match against India on February 15, AFP learnt Saturday.

Suryakumar’s 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup

A sparkling unbeaten 84 from India captain Suryakumar Yadav and three wickets from late call-up Mohammed Siraj in Mumbai on Saturday helped India to avoid a shock defeat to the United States as they opened their defence of the T20 World Cup.

Hetmyer, Shepherd Power West Indies to Winning T20 World Cup Start

West Indies began their T20 World Cup campaign with a commanding 35-run victory over Scotland at Eden Gardens, driven by a blistering half-century from Shimron Hetmyer and a match-winning five-wicket haul from Romario Shepherd.

Faheem Blitz Saves Pakistan from Dutch Shock

Faheem Ashraf pulled off a late blitz as Pakistan narrowly escaped a Netherlands upset, winning by three wickets in Colombo on Saturday.

Record 175 from Suryavanshi Seals Sixth U19 Crown for India

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi produced a breathtaking 175 off just 80 balls as India stormed to a record sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title with a commanding 100-run victory over England in the final.

14-year-old Sooryavanshi rewrites history with 175 in U19 World Cup Final

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a sensational 175 off just 80 balls to power India to a historic 411/9 against England in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 final in Harare, rewriting multiple tournament records in a stunning display of power hitting.

T20 World Cup 2026 Begins with Spectacular Mumbai Showcase

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will burst into life on Saturday evening with a high-energy Opening Ceremony at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium, setting the tone for an action-packed tournament before co-hosts India face the USA.

Politics leave Pakistan no room for error at T20 World Cup

Captain Salman Agha warned Friday that his Pakistan team must bring their ’’A-game’’ to the T20 World Cup to reach the knockout stages after forfeiting their group match against India.

England captain Stokes suffers facial injury after being hit by ball

England Test captain Ben Stokes suffered a facial injury after being hit by a ball while coaching Durham’s academy.