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Image credit: Cricket Scotland NEW DELHI: Cricket Scotland chief executive Trudy Lindblade on Saturday thanked the International Cricket Council for offering Scotland a spot in next month’s T20 World Cup following Bangladesh’s withdrawal, saying the team is now “preparing to arrive in India immediately”.Scotland were officially confirmed as Bangladesh’s replacement in the 20-team tournament after…

India’s Ishan Kishan, right, arrives to bat as Sanju Samson walks off the field (PTI Photo/Karma Bhutia) NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder R Ashwin has warned Team India against making quick changes in the playing XI, especially when it comes to Sanju Samson. His comments came during the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand, where…

England head coach Brendon McCullum speaks with Joe Root before the start of play at The Kia Oval on August 04, 2025 in London, England. (Photo/Getty Images) Joe Root backed England head coach Brendon McCullum after England’s loss in the Ashes, saying he remains confident about the direction of the team. His comments came after…

India’s Abhishek Sharma (AP Photo) Abhishek Sharma walked out to bat in Guwahati with India wobbling early and, within minutes, stamped his authority on the chase. Chasing a modest target of 154 in the third T20I against New Zealand, India suffered an early blow when Sanju Samson was dismissed for a golden duck. The crowd…

India’s Abhishek Sharma (AP Photo/Anupam Nath) Yuvraj Singh can rest easy… for now. The legendary Indian cricketer, holder of the fastest T20I fifty for India in 12 balls, couldn’t help but react after Abhishek Sharma’s thunderous knock in India’s third T20I against New Zealand. “Still can’t get a 50 off 12 balls, can you? Well…

India beat New Zealand to clinch series (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: India produced a ruthless all-round performance to crush New Zealand by eight wickets in the third T20I at Guwahati on Sunday and pocket the five-match series with a 3-0 score.After winning the toss, India opted to field, and their bowlers justified the decision with…

India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav and Abhishek Sharma (AP Photo) Rohit Sharma, who captained India to glory at the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup, has praised current captain Suryakumar Yadav for his significant influence on the national side, describing him as a “big player” who has delivered consistently for the team. Suryakumar ended a long wait…

The Scorchers celebrate winning the BBL Final match between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Sixers at the Perth Stadium, on January 25, 2026, in Perth, Australia (Photo/Getty Images) PERTH: Josh Inglis blasted a six to seal a crushing six-wicket victory for the Perth Scorchers and their record sixth Big Bash League T20 title over the Sydney…

NEW DELHI: The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) on Sunday raised concerns over Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the upcoming T20 World Cup, calling it “a sad moment” for the sport and urging “deep reflection” on the circumstances that led to the decision.The ICC on Saturday announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the tournament starting February 7….

India vs New Zealand Live Score, 3rd T20I: India will look to wrap up the five-match T20I series when they face New Zealand in the third match at the ACA Stadium, Barsapara, Guwahati, on Sunday. After securing a 2-0 lead, India enter the contest with momentum firmly on their side, driven by one of their…