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"It is not going to be easy, this is a 50-50 match": Nayan Mongia before India-England semi-final

Vadodara (Gujarat) | March 5, 2026 7:21:19 PM IST

India are set to face England in the semi-final match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai and the former Indian cricketer Nayan Mongia believes that the must-win game is not going to be easy for the defending champ ... read..

T20 World Cup: England win toss, puts India to bat first in Mumbai semi-final

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 7:21:15 PM IST

Team India is set to bat first in the semi-final clash against England in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. ... read..

All England Open: Lakshya Sen holds nerves, reaches quarterfinals

Birmingham | March 5, 2026 7:20:57 PM IST

India's Lakshya Sen overcame the disappointment of missing out on four match points in the second game to dominate the decider against Hong Kong's NG Ka Long Angus to reach the quarterfinals of the All England Open 2026 here on Thursday. ... read..

Sri Lanka Cricket appoints Jamie Siddons as new head coach of women's team

Colombo | March 5, 2026 6:51:14 PM IST

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Thursday announced the appointment of former Australian cricketer Jamie Siddons as the new head coach of the national women's cricket team. ... read..

T20 WC: India and England arrive at Wankhede Stadium ahead of semi-final

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 6:51:02 PM IST

Defending champions India and the two-time champions England have arrived at the Wankhede Stadium ahead of their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final clash on Thursday. ... read..

"Enter the final and win final as well, that's my wish": Kapil Dev ahead of India-England semi-final clash

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | March 5, 2026 6:50:49 PM IST

Former legendary cricketer Kapil Dev wished the Indian cricket team 'Good Luck' as they are set to clash with England in the second semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, where the Men in Blue ... read..

"I'm just really excited for life after cricket": Alyssa Healy before final outing for Australia

Perth | March 5, 2026 6:21:22 PM IST

Australia veteran Alyssa Healy is set to retire from international cricket after leading her side for the last time in a one-off Pink-Ball Test match against India, starting Friday at the WACA Stadium in Perth. The match also marks the first-ever Pink-Bal ... read..

Top Indian Rifle and Pistol shooters set for National Selection Trials 3

New Delh | March 5, 2026 6:21:21 PM IST

Following a dominant performance at the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship 2026 on home soil, where India topped the medal tally with an impressive 76 medals including 39 gold, 18 silver and 19 bronze, top Indian rifle and pistol shooters, will now turn thei ... read..

T20 WC: Faf du Plessis stresses on powerplay control after South Africa's exit in semi-final

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 5:20:53 PM IST

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis said that the outcome of a T20 match is often shaped in the opening overs, stressing that teams that lose the powerplay frequently struggle to recover. ... read..

Indian youth team departs for World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok

New DelhI | March 5, 2026 4:51:18 PM IST

India's promising young boxing talents are set to compete on the international stage as the Indian Youth boxing team departs tomorrow for the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from March 8 to March 15. ... read..

India U20 women score five against Swedish club Alvsjo AIK

Lidingo | March 5, 2026 4:51:13 PM IST

The India U20 women's national team defeated Swedish club Alvsjo AIK 5-2 in a friendly match at the Boson National Sports Centre, in Lidingo, Sweden, early in the morning of Thursday, March 5, according to the All India Football Federation (AIFF). ... read..

Jay Shah, Dhoni, Dravid among attendees as cricket fraternity graces Arjun Tendulkar's wedding in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 4:51:11 PM IST

Several stalwarts from the cricketing world gathered in Mumbai on Thursday to attend the wedding ceremony of Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar. ... read..

Afghanistan announce squad for white-ball series against Sri Lanka

Kabul | March 5, 2026 4:50:53 PM IST

Afghanistan Cricket Board's (ACB) National Selection Committee on Thursday finalised the Afghanistan National Team's Squads for the white-ball series against Sri Lanka. ... read..

T20 WC: Pujara explains India's plan for Brook ahead of semi-final

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 4:21:17 PM IST

Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara believes England captain Harry Brook will pose a major challenge for Men in Blue bowlers in the high-stakes semi-final at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

"We muck in as a unit": Rachin Ravindra after New Zealand qualify for T20 WC final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 5, 2026 4:21:16 PM IST

New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra has credited the Black Caps' planning and experience for their strong campaign in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup. ... read..

"Hope India wins and goes to finals": Surinder Khanna ahead of Ind vs Eng T20 WC semifinal

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 3:21:21 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Surinder Khanna expressed optimism about team India winning the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal clash against England at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

Sports Minister Mandaviya reviews India's Asian Games 2026 preparation, express govt's commitment to athlete welfare

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 2:50:58 PM IST

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) headquarters to review India's preparations for the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Ja ... read..

AP Minister Nara Lokesh, his wife Brahmani attend Arjun Tendulkar-Saaniya's wedding

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 2:50:57 PM IST

Minister for Education and IT, Nara Lokesh, along with his wife Brahmani, attended the wedding ceremony of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's son, Arjun Tendulkar, on Thursday in Mumbai, according to a release. ... read..

"I just wanna go home": West Indies coach Daren Sammy amid team's delayed departure from India

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 2:50:51 PM IST

West Indies coach Daren Sammy expressed his desire to go home amid the team's delayed departure from India due to international airspace restrictions arising from security concerns in the Gulf Region, owing to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict in the regio ... read..

Records, heartbreaks, resets, redemption: A history of India-England T20WC clashes

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 2:50:38 PM IST

Team India will clash with England for a spot in the ICC T20 World Cup final against New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, making this the third successive time they are meeting each other in semis. ... read..

"Bit more pressure on India," reckons Dinesh Karthik ahead of T20 WC semifinal against England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 2:21:09 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik said that there is always be a "bit more pressure" on defending champions India as they are "expected to win" against Egland in the second Final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. ... read..

Austrian Women's Hockey Team in Hyderabad for FIH World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 5, 2026 1:21:04 PM IST

The Austrian women's hockey team touched down in Hyderabad ahead of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, Hyderabad, Telangana, as per a release from Hockey India. ... read..

J-K Ranji team meets ICC chair Jay Shah to acknowledge his contribution in strengthening cricket in Jammu and Kashmir

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 12:51:06 PM IST

The Jammu and Kashmir Ranji Trophy team players met the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman, Jay Shah, to acknowledge his role in strengthening cricket in the state during his tenure as the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India e ... read..

"May the best team win": British High Commission in India ahead of IND vs ENG T20 WC 2026 semifinal

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 12:50:51 PM IST

The British High Commission in India highlighted the excitement ahead of the upcoming India vs England T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium, celebrating the shared passion for cricket and wishing the best team to win. ... read..

Aspect Sports, Pinkathon reunite for International Women's Day Run in New Delhi

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 12:21:12 PM IST

Aspect Sports continues its association with Pinkathon, the largest women's running event in the country, as the official Sports Partner for the 8th Edition of Pinkathon Delhi, scheduled to be held on March 8th, 2026, to coincide with Women's Day Celebrat ... read..

Prayagraj: Locals pray for Team India's win in T20 WC 2026 semifinal against England

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | March 5, 2026 11:51:03 AM IST

Locals in Prayagraj offered prayers for team India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals clash against England at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. ... read..

"India has a pretty good chance of qualifying for the final": Kedar Jadhav ahead of T20 WC semifinal in Mumbai

Pune (Maharashtra) | March 5, 2026 11:21:01 AM IST

Former Indian cricketer Kedar Jadhav said that India have a "pretty good chance" of beating England in the semifinal on Thursday and advancing to the T20 World Cup 2026 final. ... read..

Matt Henry calls New Zealand's bowling effort against South Africa "brilliant" in T20 WC semifinal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 5, 2026 9:50:43 AM IST

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry acknowledged that the Blackcaps (New Zealand national cricket team) delivered a brilliant performance with the ball against South Africa in the first semifinal of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. ... read..

Arsenal beat Brighton 1-0, Manchester City held to 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest

Brighton and Hove | March 5, 2026 9:21:04 AM IST

Arsenal strengthened their Premier League title charge with a narrow 1-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion at the American Express Stadium on Thursday. Manchester City, on the other hand, were held to a 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadiu ... read..

Premier League: Newcastle beat Manchester United 2-1, Chelsea dominate Aston Villa with 4-1 win

Newcastle upon Tyne | March 5, 2026 8:51:08 AM IST

Newcastle United scored a dramatic late winner to beat Manchester United 2-1 at St James' Park in their Premier League fixture on Thursday. On the other hand, Chelsea registered a dominant 4-1 victory over Aston Villa in their fixture, according to the Pr ... read..

"Finished it before we could settle in": Sachin hails Allen's record ton in T20WC semifinal

New Delhi | March 5, 2026 2:51:33 AM IST

Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar hailed New Zealand opener Finn Allen's record-breaking century in the T20 World Cup semifinal, lauding him for "finishing" before fans "could settle in". ... read..

"Today, we were good all the way through": Santner hails NZ's win over SA in T20WC semifinal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 5, 2026 1:51:14 AM IST

Following New Zealand's thumping nine-wicket win over South Africa in the semifinal of the ICC T20 World Cup, skipper Mitchell Santner said that putting such a brilliant performance in the crunch game against an unbeaten Proteas side was "pretty pleasing. ... read..

Jharkhand cricketer Kumar Kushagra credits "generational change" for new wave of winners in India's domestic cricket

By Adarsh Chauhan New Delhi | March 5, 2026 1:51:11 AM IST

Kumar Kushagra, a 21-year-old up-and-coming Indian cricketer from Jharkhand, opened up on the changing power dynamics in India's domestic cricket circuit and attributed it to a "generational change," noting that the younger players coming into the teams a ... read..

T20 WC: SA coach terms loss as "bloody walloping"; centurion Allen says NZ ready for "anyone" in final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 5, 2026 1:51:09 AM IST

Following his side's loss to New Zealand in the T20 World Cup semifinal, South Africa coach Shukri Conrad termed the defeat as "bloody walloping", while Blackcaps' centurion Finn Allen expressed readiness for whoever meets them at the final on Sunday, be ... read..

"Pretty up there": Allen rates his historic ton vs SA in T20WC semi-final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 11:21:07 PM IST

New Zealand opener Finn Allen expressed satisfaction after delivering one of his finest performances in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup history, saying his focus was on putting the team in a strong position and building momentum. ... read..

Allen's cyclone 'Finn-ishes' Proteas T20WC run, NZ opener slams fastest century across 20 and 50-over World Cups

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 11:21:00 PM IST

New Zealand batter Finn Allen made history, smashing the fastest century in the World Cup history across both 20 and 50 over formats, overtaking West Indies' icon Chris Gayle's record in the T20 World Cup with a cyclone of a knock against South Africa at ... read..

T20 WC: South Africa captain Aiden Markram Hails Allen-Seifert blitz after semi-final exit

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 11:20:59 PM IST

South Africa skipper Aiden Markram credited New Zealand's explosive opening pair for taking the game away from his side in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup semi-final, admitting that a special innings from Finn Allen left the Proteas with little room to recove ... read..

All England Open 2026: Satwik-Chirag face first round exit

Birmingham | March 4, 2026 11:20:57 PM IST

The star Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty faced an early exit in the All England Open competition on Wednesday in the first round. ... read..

Allen produces fastest ton in T20WC history; guides NZ to final with nine-wicket win over SA

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 10:51:14 PM IST

A historic century by Finn Allen, the fastest in T20 World Cup history, took New Zealand to the final of the ongoing T20 World Cup, stopping South Africa's unbeaten run by nine wickets at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. ... read..

Zimbabwe en route home after airspace disruption post T20 WC

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 10:51:12 PM IST

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) on Wednesday confirmed that the Zimbabwe senior men's team, which participated in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, is now en route back home after the International Cricket Council (ICC) arranged alternative travel following recent ... read..

T20WC: Pacers Archer, Bumrah, Arshdeep in focus ahead of IND-ENG semifinal clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 10:51:06 PM IST

Pacers Jofra Archer, Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah will be in focus as Team India takes on England in the second semifinal of the ICC T20 World Cup at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. ... read..

Chakravarthy should take the ball away from a right-hander, says Kumble ahead of IND vs ENG T20 WC semi-final clash

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 10:20:58 PM IST

Legendary Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has suggested India's mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy take the ball away from a right-hander and then try to get the ball coming back into the batter, which Kumble believes will become much more dangerous. ... read..

Rashid closes in on Darren Gough: England's ace spinner eyes historic milestone vs India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 9:51:16 PM IST

England's veteran spinner Adil Rashid is on the verge of creating history. Rashid is just four scalps away from surpassing legendary speedster Darren Gough to become fourth highest wicket taker for England across all formats. ... read..

T20 WC: Jansen's fantastic 55* helps South Africa post 169/8 vs New Zealand in semi-final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 9:20:57 PM IST

South Africa managed to post a competitive 169/8 in their 20 overs against New Zealand in a thrilling ICC Men's T20 World Cup semi-final clash, despite a shaky start that saw them lose early wickets. ... read..

Blue Tigresses suffer injury-time defeat against Vietnam in opening AFC Women's Asian Cup match

Perth | March 4, 2026 9:20:51 PM IST

An injury-time goal condemned India to a 1-2 defeat against Vietnam in their first match in Group C of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 at the Perth Rectangular Stadium in Perth, Australia, on Wednesday. ... read..

"Definitely not unbeatable": Harry Brook shrugs off idea of England being undefeatable ahead of T20 WC semi-final clash against India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 8:50:54 PM IST

England skipper Harry Brook shrugged off the idea of the Three Lions being unbeatable but acknowledged their wins have given them huge confidence, especially in tight situations. ... read..

"We've got confidence of playing on turning pitches": England skipper Brook ahead of T20WC semifinal against India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 8:21:15 PM IST

Ahead of his side's T20 World Cup semifinal clash against India, England skipper Harry Brook expressed confidence in England's ability to play on turning, spin-friendly pitches. ... read..

England Captain Harry Brook highlights strategic picks and role clarity before T20 WC semi-final vs India

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 8:21:14 PM IST

England captain Harry Brook on Wednesday explained the strategic reasoning behind some key selections and positional changes in the team ahead of their ICC Men's T20 World Cup semi-final clash against India on Thursday. ... read..

Babar Azam dropped as Pakistan names ODI squad for Bangladesh Tour

Islamabad | March 4, 2026 8:21:09 PM IST

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Bangladesh. ... read..

T20WC: Will Jos Buttler deliver a big knock at Wankhede against India in semifinals?

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 8:21:00 PM IST

All eyes will be on England's white-ball legend Jos Buttler when he takes on India during the T20 World Cup semifinal against India to finally overcome his lean patch with the bat and produce the fireworks that have placed him amongst the greatest to play ... read..

MCA pays tribute to Mumbai's sports journalists with Honours Board at Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 7:20:54 PM IST

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Wednesday unveiled the Honours Board of sports journalists of Mumbai at the Balasaheb Thackeray Press Box at Wankhede Stadium in a special ceremony attended by senior members of the cricketing and media fraternity. ... read..

T20 WC: New Zealand win toss; opts to field vs South Africa in semi-final

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 7:20:53 PM IST

New Zealand has won the toss and decided to field against the unbeaten South Africa in the first semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Wednesday. ... read..

VVS Laxman offers prayers at Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh) | March 4, 2026 7:20:44 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman visited the sacred Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and offered special prayers to Lord Venkateswara on Wednesday. ... read..

Ankita Raina and Zeel Desai advance to second round in ITF W35 Kalaburagi

Kalaburagi (Karnataka) | March 4, 2026 6:51:42 PM IST

Indian stars Ankita Raina and Zeel Desai advanced to the second round of the ITF W35 Kalaburagi on Wednesday with confident opening-round victories, while Karnataka's Soha Sadiq showed early promise before bowing out after a dramatic shift in momentum at ... read..

100-day countdown to ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 begins

London | March 4, 2026 6:51:16 PM IST

The first ball of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will be bowled at Edgbaston on June 12, as hosts England take on Sri Lanka - and today the famous Birmingham venue marked the 100-day countdown by transforming its iconic scoreboard into a huge 100-day ... read..

Will 'Mitchell-Mania' be unleashed during NZ-SA T20 World Cup semifinal?

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 4, 2026 6:51:15 PM IST

In order to break their T20 World Cup duck against South Africa, New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell, who has been sensational for the Kiwis in knockout matches at the ICC events, will be an extremely crucial player for his side. ... read..

"Dew is always big concern": Morne Morkel ahead of India vs England T20 WC semi-final clash in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 6:20:41 PM IST

As the defending champions India gear up for their T20 World Cup semi-final clash against England, Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel highlighted dew as a concern. ... read..

Italy Women's Hockey team touches down in Hyderabad for FIH World Cup Qualifiers

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 4, 2026 6:20:38 PM IST

The Italian women's national hockey team arrived in Hyderabad for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers. ... read..

"Guilty of giving away maybe 15-20 runs in the field": Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel speaks on India's poor fielding in T20 WC

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 5:51:19 PM IST

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel highlighted India's fielding struggles in the ongoing T20 World Cup, admitting they often give away 15-20 runs due to misfielding. ... read..

"He's match-winner for us": Morne Morkel on Chakaravarthy ahead of T20 WC semi-final vs England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 5:51:17 PM IST

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has thrown his weight behind mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy, describing him as a "match-winner" capable of taking a wicket off almost every delivery when in rhythm. ... read..

"Both you fossils....": Karthik hilariously roasts Nasser, Atherton over older remarks on India's alleged Dubai advantage during CT 2025

London | March 4, 2026 5:51:09 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik brutally roasted ex-England cricketers Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain for their earlier remarks on India allegedly having an advantage of playing at a single venue during the ICC Champions Trophy last year follo ... read..

"We haven't spoken about perfect game": Morne Morkel ahead of T20 WC semi-final vs England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 5:20:44 PM IST

India bowling coach Morne Morkel on Wednesday exuded confidence in the team's ability to rise to the occasion, asserting that while the side may not have played a "perfect game" so far in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup tournament, different players have step ... read..

Revisit "feel good moments", start from zero: Morkel's mantra for struggling Abhishek ahead of T20WC semifinal

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 5:20:39 PM IST

Ahead of India's T20 World Cup semifinal clash against England, Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel backed struggling Abhishek Sharma for coming good in the semifinal, saying that the important thing for the left-hander is to revisit his "feel good moments" ... read..

"Credit to him for not losing hope....": Morkel hails Samson's Kolkata masterclass ahead of IND-ENG T20WC semifinal

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 4:51:13 PM IST

Ahead of India's semifinal clash against England in the ICC T20 World Cup, Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel hailed opener Sanju Samson for his masterclass versus West Indies in a virtual quarterfinal, lauding how the batter did not lose hope and kept on ... read..

India U17s defeat hosts Myanmar in first friendly

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 3:51:30 PM IST

The India U17 men's national team defeated Myanmar U17S 2-1 at the Thwunna Stadium in Yangon, Myanmar, on Tuesday, in the first friendly. ... read..

Baljeet Kaur backs India's young and speedy squad ahead of FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Hyderabad (Telengana) | March 4, 2026 3:21:23 PM IST

As the Indian Women's Hockey Team gears up for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, Hyderabad, Telangana, 24-year-old midfielder Baljeet Kaur is among the players eager to make an impact and help India secure qualification for the World Cup, as per a ... read..

Sahibzada Farhan closes in on Abhishek Sharma at the top of ICC Men's T20I batting rankings

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 3:21:26 PM IST

Pakistan opening batter Sahibzada Farhan has closed in on India's star batter Abhishek Sharma's No. 1 position in the ICC Men's T20I batting rankings after the latest updates to the ICC rankings on Wednesday, according to the ICC website. ... read..

"I looked at Jasprit Bumrah bowling replays": Marco Jansen

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 3:21:13 PM IST

South Africa's speedster Marco Jansen revealed he tried to replicate India's ace Jasprit Bumrah's bowling technique after watching his replays from the first Test match in Kolkata last year. ... read..

Bavuma "puts his money" on struggling Rabada to deliver something special ahead of T20WC semifinal

By Sahil Kohli New Delhi | March 4, 2026 2:21:07 PM IST

South Africa's World Test Championship-winning skipper Temba Bavuma has backed pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada to deliver an impactful performance ahead of the semifinal clash of the T20 World Cup against New Zealand at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Wednesday. ... read..

Mumbai: Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma visit Siddhivinayak Temple ahead of T20 WC Semi-Final match vs England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 2:21:02 PM IST

Members of the Indian cricket team visited and took darshan at the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple in Mumbai on Wednesday, ahead of the team's T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal clash against England, scheduled for Thursday at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. ... read..

"Fit and firing": Maxwell hopeful of playing 2028 Olympics and T20 World Cup

Melbourne | March 4, 2026 1:51:00 PM IST

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell expressed that he remains eager to continue playing T20 Internationals for Australia and has not set a retirement date, keeping the 2028 Olympics and the 2028 T20 World Cup in his plans, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 breaks viewership records, crosses 500 million viewers in India

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 1:21:03 PM IST

The International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman, Jay Shah, highlighted the record-breaking viewership of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India, which exceeded 500 million, the highest ever for any T20 World Cup. ... read..

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir extends Holi greetings

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 12:20:48 PM IST

India men's national team head coach Gautam Gambhir extended greetings on the occasion of Holi on Wednesday. ... read..

"I am hopeful of India winning": Suryakumar Yadav's childhood coach against semifinal clash against England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 4, 2026 11:51:40 AM IST

Indian men's T20I team captain Surya Kumar Yadav's childhood cricket coach, Ashok Aswalkar, expressed confidence about the Men in Blue winning the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal clash against England scheduled to be played at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. on T ... read..

"I am confident that India will win": BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla ahead of Men in Blue's semifinal clash against England

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 11:51:35 AM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla expressed confidence in Team India winning their upcoming semifinal match of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, against England on Thursday at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. ... read..

Cristiano Ronaldo diagnosed with hamstring injury after Al-Nassr's win over Al-Fayha

Al Majmaah | March 4, 2026 10:51:03 AM IST

Al-Nassr have been hit with an injury to their captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, as the star football player suffered a hamstring injury during their recent Saudi Pro League match against Al-Fayha on Sunday, according to Goal.com. ... read..

Empire State Building illuminated in host nations' colours to mark 100 days until FIFA World Cup 2026

New York | March 4, 2026 10:21:35 AM IST

Representatives from the United States of America, Canada, and Mexico marked 100 days to go until the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by illuminating the Empire State Building in the colours of the three host countries on Tuesday. ... read..

M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will host IPL 2026 final, a play-off match: KSCA Secretary Santosh Menon

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 4, 2026 9:21:14 AM IST

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Secretary, Santosh Menon, confirmed that the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium will host five of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 home games. He also confirmed that the venue will ... read..

Renuka Thakur ruled out of India vs Australia Women one-off Test, Kashvee Gautam named replacement

Perth | March 4, 2026 9:20:58 AM IST

The Indian Women's cricket team has been dealt a setback ahead of the one-off Test against Australia in Perth, as seasoned pacer Renuka Singh Thakur was ruled out to manage her workload. Kashvee Gautam has been named as her replacement. ... read..

"Very special moment": J-K cricketer Sahil Lotra on maiden Ranji Trophy title

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 4, 2026 8:51:12 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir cricketer Sahil Lotra described the maiden Ranji Trophy title as a "massive achievement" and a "dream fulfilled". ... read..

"India are not unbeatable....": Atherton ahead of IND-ENG T20WC semifinal

London | March 4, 2026 2:20:59 AM IST

Ahead of India's semifinal clash against England in the ICC T20 World Cup at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, former England cricketer Michael Atherton said that while India is an exceptional side, they are not unbeatable, lacking one "spare" bowling option and ... read..

Sindhu recalls getting stranded in Dubai amid West Asia conflict; targets Swiss Open as return after missing All England competition

New Delhi | March 4, 2026 2:20:55 AM IST

India's two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu reflected on the horrors of staying stuck in Dubai while on her way to UK for the All England Open, which caused her to miss the competition, saying that while she is sad due to not being able to play, staying s ... read..

SA skipper Markram speaks on conscious decision to open the batting ahead of T20WC semifinal against NZ

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 3, 2026 11:21:20 PM IST

Ahead of his side's T20 World Cup semifinal clash against New Zealand, South African skipper Aiden Markram spoke on his conscious decision to switch to being an opener in the T20I format, saying that his focus is not on "massive numbers", but trying to wi ... read..

"Bigger than my five-wicket haul at Lord's": KSCA chief Venkatesh hails return of RCB's home matches to Chinnaswamy

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 3, 2026 11:21:07 PM IST

The president of Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), Venkatesh Prasad, expressed happiness at defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)'s Indian Premier League (IPL) matches returning to their home venue of M Chinnaswamy Stadium, calli ... read..

"Will have to be economical with ball, sharp in fielding": Vengsarkar ahead of IND-ENG T20WC semifinal

Pune (Maharashtra) | March 3, 2026 10:51:40 PM IST

Ahead of India's T20 World Cup semifinal against England, former Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar cautioned that Men in Blue will have to be sharp with their fielding and economical with their bowling since the Wankhede Stadium has smaller dimensions and ... read..

All England Open 2026: Lakshya Sen upsets defending champion Shi Yuqi in opening round

Birmingham | March 3, 2026 10:21:04 PM IST

India's Lakshya Sen created the biggest upset of the opening day of the All England Open 2026 when he packed off top seed and defending champion Shi Yuqi of China in the men's singles opening round here on Tuesday. ... read..

"Signs of a good side": Brook on England securing close wins heading into T20WC semifinals

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 3, 2026 10:20:56 PM IST

Ahead of his side's semifinal clash in the ICC T20 World Cup against India, England captain Harry Brook pointed out how his side managing to win close games is a sign of them being a "good side" with players who have a "lot of character, a willingness to ... read..

"He'll have a little run around in the morning": Santner offers update on Henry ahead of NZ-SA T20 WC semifinal

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 3, 2026 11:21:22 PM IST

Ahead of his side's T20 World Cup semifinal clash against South Africa, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner offered an update on pacer Matt Henry, who had to travel back home for the birth of his child. ... read..

Merwe's merry, Steyn-Duminy masterclass and Majestic Markram: History of SA's unbeaten run against NZ in T20WC

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 3, 2026 8:20:57 PM IST

The iconic Eden Gardens at Kolkata could become the witness to another classic T20 World Cup contest between South Africa and New Zealand, a rivalry which has been marked by some extremely close finishes, memorable knocks and clutch spells in the history ... read..

UP Prometheans, Rajasthan Regals reach final of PGTI's '72 The League'

Nuh (Haryana) | March 3, 2026 8:20:52 PM IST

UP Prometheans and Rajasthan Regals ended as the top two teams at the end of round five of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI)'s '72 The League' and as a result booked their place in the Final scheduled for March 6 at Qutab Golf Course in Delhi. ... read..

"Immense Pride": BCCI President Mithun Manhas on India women's cricket team Laureus nomination

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 3, 2026 7:51:06 PM IST

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Mithun Manhas on Tuesday hailed the Indian women's cricket team following their nomination for the 2026 Laureus World Team of the Year Award, calling it "a matter of immense pride for Indian crick ... read..

"He has been outstanding": England captain Harry Brook hails Will Jacks' performance in T20 WC

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 3, 2026 7:51:01 PM IST

England captain Harry Brook has praised all-rounder Will Jacks for his stellar performances in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, highlighting the young player's resilience and character in a demanding role. ... read..

Sanju Samson thanks fans after match-winning 97* vs West Indies in T20 WC Super 8 fixture

Mumbai (Maharshtra) | March 3, 2026 7:20:50 PM IST

Indian opener Sanju Samson on Tuesday expressed gratitude to fans for their support after he delivered a stunning unbeaten innings against the West Indies in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s fixture at Eden Gardens. ... read..

Alana King, Smriti Mandhana top latest Women's ODI rankings

New Delhi | March 3, 2026 6:51:05 PM IST

Australia's leg-spinner Alana King and India's opener Smriti Mandhana have risen to the top of the ICC Women's ODI Bowling and Batting Rankings, respectively, in the latest update on Tuesday. ... read..

"Not sure what Australians were thinking": McGrath slams selectors' T20WC errors, highlights challenge to replace 'Big Three' pacers in future

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 3, 2026 6:51:00 PM IST

Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath questioned selector's decisions that led to a disastrous outing of the Australia Mens Team in the T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka and pointed out the challenging task ahead to replace the 'Big Three' pac ... read..

India women's cricket team nominated for Laureus World Team of the Year Award

Madrid | March 3, 2026 6:20:54 PM IST

A breakthrough year for women's cricket in India has been recognised by the Laureus World Sports Awards, with the Nominees for sport's most prestigious honours revealed today, according to a release. The India Women's Cricket Team is shortlisted for the ... read..

Will Proteas icon David Miller continue his brilliant ICC event knockout match run at Kolkata?

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 3, 2026 6:20:50 PM IST

South African batter David Miller will be aiming to continue his brilliant run in ICC events' knockout matches when they take to the field at iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata for the ICC T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand. ... read..

Royal Challengers Bengaluru to host five home games in 2026 IPL season

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 3, 2026 5:50:59 PM IST

Defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are all set to return to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, with five of their home games confirmed to take place in Bengaluru this 2026 IPL season. ... read..

250 Cricket kits delivered in presence of Indian legend Yuvraj Singh

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 3, 2026 5:21:18 PM IST

DP World has expanded its Beyond Boundaries Initiative with the delivery of a repurposed shipping container pavilion and 250 cricket kits in Lucknow in the presence of Cricket Legend Yuvraj Singh, strengthening grassroots access to cricket in Uttar Prades ... read..

India to start Asian Cup journey in Perth against Vietnam

Perth | March 3, 2026 5:21:17 PM IST

The wait has come to an end. The Indian senior women's national team, after four years of hurt, are finally ready to begin their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 journey against Vietnam at the Perth Rectangular Stadium on Wednesday. ... read..

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