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India hit highest T20 World Cup 2026 total against Zimbabwe

India post a commanding 257/4 against Zimbabwe in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight clash in Chennai.

History made as T20 World Cup sets new record with four centuries

The tally rose to four in the Super Eight stage when England captain Harry Brook scored a brilliant century against Pakistan

Asian teams faces historic exit from T20 World Cup 2026 before semi-final stage

Asian teams face early elimination from ICC T20 World Cup 2026. With Pakistan and India struggling, this could mark the first time in T20 World Cup history that no Asian team reaches the semi-finals.

T20 World Cup: Markram's unbeaten 82 powers South Africa to 9-wicket win over West Indies

Aiden Markram’s unbeaten 82 guides South Africa to a dominant nine-wicket win over West Indies in the T20 World Cup Super Eight.

Sri Lanka's Shanaka says constant criticism has affected players' mental health

The tournament co-hosts drew heavy flak from fans and pundits for their shaky buildup to the World Cup, which included losing five of six limited-overs matches to England

Unbeaten South Africa, West Indies face-off today

The match is important for both teams as its outcome would help them secure a spot in the semi-finals.

England's Brook gains redemption after 'hardest winter of my life'

Match-winning century against Pakistan will go down as the finest innings of Brook's white-ball career because it single-handedly took his side into a fifth successive T20 World Cup semi-final.

No Ahmedabad advantage for South Africa against West Indies: Maharaj

Both sides come into Thursday's crucial Super Eights clash off the back of five straight wins in the tournament and the winners will put themselves in pole position for a semi-final berth

New Zealand knock Sri Lanka out of T20 World Cup with 61-run emphatic victory

Playing the 46th match of the tournament after being invited to bat first by Sri Lanka, New Zealand posted 168 for 7

Can Pakistan still qualify for T20 World Cup semi-final?

Pakistan’s semi-final chances in T20 World Cup hinge on beating Sri Lanka on Feb 28 and New Zealand losing both matches. Net run rate may decide outcome if points tie.

Former cricketers slam strategy as Pakistan stumble against England

The loss has sparked strong reactions from former players and cricket analysts.

Welllage says Sri Lanka can rescue T20 World Cup campaign

They must beat New Zealand in the Super Eights clash in Colombo on Wednesday or they will be out before their final match against Pakistan

Brook's 100 sends England into T20 World Cup semi-finals, Pakistan left with slim chances

Pakistan’s T20 World Cup semi-final hopes hang by a thread after England chased 165 in 19.1 overs in their Super Eight clash in Kandy

ICC revises T20 World Cup semi-final schedule

If India qualify for the semi-finals, they will play in Mumbai, unless they are drawn against Pakistan

Pakistan set for crucial T20 Super Eight clash against England today

Pakistan’s journey in the tournament has been a mixed one. They advanced to the Super Eight after finishing second in Group A by beating he Netherlands, USA and Namibia

Pakistan warn England's flaky batting to expect a trial by spin

"Facing Archer will not be difficult because I have faced similar bowlers in Pakistan," says Farhan

West Indies crush Zimbabwe by 107 runs in T20 World Cup Super Eight

West Indies beat Zimbabwe by 107 runs after posting 254/6 in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight clash in Mumbai.

Mitchell hopes NZ can ride wave of support as India's 'second favourite team'

"We think of ourselves as India's second favourite team and the support that we get in the country is really cool," Mitchell told Reuters

India battle for World Cup survival after 'messing up on grand scale'

India came into the T20 World Cup as hot favourites on home soil but were thrashed by 76 runs in the Super Eights as 80,000 fans at the massive Narendra Modi stadium were stunned into silence

Hungry South Africa 'want more' after statement T20 win over India

David Miller showed India's much-vaunted line-up how to bat on a slow Ahmedabad pitch, building an innings after South Africa lost early wickets and were 20-3 in the power play

Broadcaster deletes promo after South Africa crush India by 76 runs

South Africa stunned India with a 76-run win in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8. A pre-match Indian promo mocking Proteas backfired and was later deleted

West Indies wary of Zimbabwe's 'X-factor' quick Muzarabani

West Indies will open their Super Eights campaign today (Monday) against tournament surprise packages Zimbabwe, who topped a group including Sri Lanka and Australia

Deflated Australia face tough questions after T20 World Cup flop

Australia, the 2021 champions, suffered a calamitous exit from the T20 World Cup in the group stage for the first time since 2009

Sri Lanka have to qualify 'the hard way' after England drubbing

Sri Lanka, the co-hosts, were routed for 95 chasing 147 in Kandy, meaning they need to win their two remaining Super Eight games to have a chance of qualifying.

T20 World Cup: South Africa crush India by 76 runs in Super Eight Clash

Chasing a challenging target of 188, India’s batting lineup faltered under pressure and collapsed dramatically

India skipper Suryakumar backs opener Sharma despite three ducks in World Cup

Sharma, who has scored two centuries and eight fifties for India, is yet to score a run in the World Cup after getting out for a duck three times, while missing out one game due to a stomach infection

England beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in T20 World Cup

Phil Salt top-scored with a brilliant 62 runs.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan, New Zealand share points as rain washes out play

Pakistan and New Zealand share one point each after rain washes out their T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight clash in Colombo.

ICC announces match officials for T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight

Rodney Tucker and Paul Reiffel will umpire opening Super 8s match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Officials from Sri Lanka and other regions will oversee key matches throughout the tournament

Mike Hesson explains Babar Azam's batting demotion

Hesson also defended dropping pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi after he conceded 101 runs in three matches, including 31 in two overs against India

Australia end dismal T20 World Cup by thrashing Oman

Marsh crashed a belligerent 64 off 33 balls as Australia finished their dismal T20 World Cup with a nine-wicket romp past Oman in Kandy on Friday.

Pakistan to face New Zealand as T20 World Cup Super Eight begins

Pakistan and New Zealand set to face off in Colombo as the T20 World Cup Super Eight stage begins amid rain concerns and spin-friendly conditions.

All-rounder Curran brings stuttering England to life at the death

Sam Curran has stood up and proved himself the man for a crisis, delivering match-winning late "death" overs against associate nations Nepal and Italy to stave off embarrassing defeats.

India search for 'perfect game' as South Africa loom in Super Eights

India say they can peak at the right time and play their "perfect game" in the Super Eights at the T20 World Cup, while playing down the abject form of opening batsman Abhishek Sharma.

T20 World Cup: Zadran shines as Afghanistan topple Canada in last group clash

Afghanistan defeated Canada by 82 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, with Ibrahim Zadran’s 95 and Mohammad Nabi’s four wickets sealing a dominant victory in Chennai.

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe go top of Group B after beating Sri Lanka by six wickets

Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo to stay unbeaten in Group B of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, chasing 179 in the final over.

T20 World Cup: West Indies demolish Italy by 42 runs

Italy skipper Harry Manenti said after the toss that the strip would likely to assist bowlers at initial stages. “Hopefully we will take wickets early in the match,” he added

T20 World Cup: India tune up for Super 8 with hard-fought win over the Dutch

India finished top of their group ahead of arch-rivals Pakistan, but need to fix holes in their batting, including the form of opener Abhishek Sharma.

T20 World Cup Super 8 showdown: Pakistan to face New Zealand, England, and Sri Lanka

Pakistan are set to face New Zealand, England, and Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup Super 8 matches.

Pakistan qualify directly for T20 World Cup 2028 after emphatic win against Namibia

The eight teams that reached the Super 8 phase of the 2026 edition have automatically qualified for the 2028 tournament

Matheesha Pathirana out of World Cup with injury, Dilshan Madhushanka called up

Sri Lanka’s fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana misses T20 World Cup due to leg injury; Dilshan Madhushanka replaces him ahead of Thursday’s match against Zimbabwe.

Sahibzada Farhan becomes second Pakistani to hit century in T20 World Cup

Farhan played a magnificent unbeaten knock of 100 runs in a crucial group-stage match against Namibia

T20 World Cup: South Africa defeat UAE by six wickets

South Africa are at the top of the points table with six after winning all three of their matches. They have defeated a spirited Afghanistan in second super over

T20 World Cup: Pakistan thrash Namibia by 102 runs to reach Super Eights

Pakistan beat Namibia by 102 runs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as Sahibzada Farhan scored a century and Usman Tariq took four wickets to seal Super Eights qualification.

Nepal wrap up T20 World Cup campaign with win over Scotland

Chasing 171 for their first victory of the tournament, Nepal got there with four balls to spare thanks to Dipendra Singh Airee's explosive unbeaten 50 off 23 balls

Bowlers, selectors under fire after Australia's T20 World Cup exit

Critics hammered Australia's bowling line-up and selection "stuff-ups" after the country's shock T20 World Cup exit in the group stages.

Exhilarating Italy aim to sign off with giant-killing at T20 World Cup

With confidence growing, the 27th and lowest-ranked team in the tournament are plotting one last hurrah -- a giant-killing against Group C leaders the West Indies in Kolkata today (Wednesday)

Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup as Zimbabwe through to Super Eight after washout

The washout means Zimbabwe get one point, putting them second in Group B on five points, one behind leaders Sri Lanka, who beat Australia by eight wickets on Monday to secure a place in the next stage

Under-fire Australia relying on 'luck of the Irish' at T20 World Cup

With left-arm great Starc retired from T20Is and fellow quicks Cummins and Hazlewood sidelined with injury, it is Australia's first World Cup in a decade without at least one of their champion pacers

Usman Tariq confident Pakistan can bounce back after India drubbing

"Lifting the team is only difficult when you don't work on your mistakes committed in the last game," Tariq told reporters. "We have worked on our mistakes so I think it will not be a tough task"

T20 World Cup: New Zealand qualify for Super Eight despite Samra ton

Glenn Phillips (76) and Rachin Ravindra (59) smashed unbeaten half-centuries as New Zealand chased down a target of 174 with 4.5 overs to spare for their third win in four matches

McConchie replaces injured Bracewell in New Zealand squad for T20 World Cup

New Zealand, who have won two of their three Group D matches so far, will look to qualify for the Super Eight stage with a win over Canada today (Tuesday).

England match-winner Jacks proud, confident heading into Super Eights

Will Jacks said Monday he was proud of finally making a match-winning contribution for England, after they beat Italy by 24 runs to secure a berth in the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup.

Sri Lanka crush Australia by eight wickets to storm into T20 World Cup Super Eight

Sri Lanka defeated Australia by eight wickets in Pallekele after chasing 182, with Pathum Nissanka’s century sealing a Super Eight place

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan becomes first bowler to take 700 wickets in T20

He achieved the landmark during Afghanistan’s match against the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

England survive Italy fightback to clinch Super 8 spot in T20 World Cup thriller

England beat Italy by 24 runs in Kolkata after Will Jacks’ 53 not out and Sam Curran’s three wickets secured a Super 8 place at the T20 World Cup.

South Africa into Super Eights without playing as Afghanistan beat UAE

South Africa, semi-finalists in 2024, became the third team after the West Indies and co-hosts India to secure a Super Eights berth

Australia batter Smith replaces Hazlewood in T20 World Cup squad

Smith was brought to Sri Lanka as cover for opener Mitchell Marsh who sustained a testicular injury when struck at training in Colombo, missing the opening two matches as a result

Defeat against India; Babar and Shaheen likely to face axe against Namibia

They added that the team management was contemplating two to three changes for the match against Namibia after an overall poor performance against India

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan get consolation win against UAE

Ibrahim Zadran led Afghanistan from the front with 53 runs off 41 balls after fellow opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz was dismissed on the second ball of the innings

Babar Azam without a six in T20 World Cup since 2021

Pakistan suffer 61-run loss to India in T20 World Cup 2026 as Babar Azam fails again, extending his six-less run since 2021, sparking criticism over batting collapse

Australia on brink as Sri Lanka eye Super Eights spot

If Marsh is fit, a big call will need to be made on who misses out given Renshaw has impressed for Australia

What they said as India beat Pakistan at T20 World Cup – reaction

India thrashed Pakistan by 61 runs in a blockbuster T20 World Cup match in Colombo on Sunday to book their spot in the Super Eights stage.

'Do or die' situation for Pakistan after humiliating India defeat in T20 World Cup

India booked their place in the Super Eight from Group A after defeating Pakistan by 61 runs

US keep Super 8 hopes alive with 31-run win over Namibia in T20

Krishnamurthi hit six sixes and four boundaries in his unbeaten knock of 68 from 33 balls, his first half-century in T20 internationals

T20 World Cup: No handshake between skippers during Pakistan-India clash

Observers expressed regret over the development, saying that the absence of a handshake undermines the spirit of the game

Pakistan, India finalise playing XIs for today's clash

According to sources, Pakistan retained their squad while India have included fiery opener Abhishek Sharma in the team

Tensions rise ahead of Pakistan-India match, captains may skip handshake

Tensions mount before Pakistan-India T20 World Cup match as India remains upset over six-plane crash; captains may skip handshake, raising concerns over cricket’s image.

Leaders, fans rally behind national team ahead of high-stakes match

As Pakistan faces India in the ICC T20 World Cup, politicians and fans send best wishes, emphasizing talent, fair play, and national pride ahead of the high-stakes clash.

T20 World Cup: West Indies storm into super eights with dominant win over Nepal

The West Indies restricted Nepal to 133-8 in their quota of 20 overs after putting them in to bat and raced to the target losing a single wicket with 28 balls to spare

NZ's Ferguson granted parental leave, to miss Canada game

Ferguson, 34, will depart for home on Sunday and is expected to make a return by the start of the Super 8 stage of the tournament, provided New Zealand are able to clear the group stage

Banton blitz lifts England past Scotland in T20 World Cup, Ireland thrash Oman

England's chase got off to a poor start when the explosive Phil Salt fell to the third ball of the innings and fellow opener Jos Buttler was dismissed in the second over

India skipper Suryakumar shrugs off rain threat to Pakistan game

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav said his players are not concerned about the threat of rain for Sunday's match but are focused on preparing for the showdown between bitter rivals

India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in T20 World Cup clash

Pakistan were bowled out for 114 runs in the 18th over.

Mohsin Naqvi meets national team, praises players' spirit

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met Pakistan’s cricket team in Colombo, praising players’ dedication and extending best wishes; captain, coaches, and staff were present.

T20 World Cup: Markram powers South Africa to seven-wicket win over New Zealand

Aiden Markram’s unbeaten 86 powers South Africa to a seven-wicket win over New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Ahmedabad

Rain forecast may disrupt Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash

Heavy rain may impact the Pakistan-India T20 World Cup match in Colombo, potentially delaying the toss, reducing overs, with both teams earning one point if abandoned.

T20 World Cup: PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi receives grand welcome in Colombo ahead of Pakistan-India clash

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi received a traditional welcome in Colombo and will meet the national team, accompanied by top PCB and Punjab officials ahead of tomorrow’s match.

Colombo turns green ahead of Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash

Colombo sees surging cricket fever as Pakistani and Sri Lankan fans rally together ahead of the Pakistan vs India T20 World Cup clash

Usman Tariq is our 'trump card' against India, says Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha ahead of T20 World Cup clash

Pakistan T20 captain Salman Ali Agha names Usman Tariq as a key asset, confirms plans for India’s full XI and backs Babar Azam ahead of the Colombo clash.

'Wait 24 hours': Suryakumar Yadav breaks silence on handshake row before Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash

India captain Suryakumar Yadav says the Pakistan T20 World Cup match is just a game, confirms preparations are on track, and asks for 24 hours’ wait on handshake clarity.

England down Scotland by five wickets after Banton's fifty in T20 World Cup match

England beat Scotland by five wickets at Eden Gardens, chasing 153 in the 19th over for their first ever T20 World Cup win against a European team.

Ireland outplay Oman after scoring highest total in current T20 World Cup

Set a daunting 236 runs to win, Oman were bowled out in 18 overs for 139 runs

ICC chairman invites Mohsin Naqvi to watch India-Pakistan match

ICC Chairman Jay Shah invites PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi to watch India-Pakistan match in Colombo; meeting with BCCI officials likely ahead of high-profile clash

Boycott averted, India and Pakistan set for World Cup blockbuster

Pakistan decided to boycott the Group A contest against India in solidarity with Bangladesh, jeopardising a lucrative fixture that sits at the intersection of sport, commerce, and geopolitics

India and Pakistan cricket fans flock to Colombo, windfall for tourism

The game at Sri Lanka's largest stadium is sold out with roughly 35,000 tickets sold and ahead of the match most hotels in Colombo have doubled their prices

Sri Lankan fans welcome Pakistan ahead of T20 World Cup clash with India

Sri Lankan fans welcome Pakistan ahead of T20 World Cup clash with India. #WelcomePakistan and #CricketUnites trend on social media, highlighting cricket diplomacy and unity

USA romp past Dutch in T20 World Cup to keep Super Eight hopes alive

The United States, led by Saiteja Mukkamalla's 79 and Harmeet Singh's 4-21, dominated with bat and ball to thrash the Netherlands by 93 runs in the T20 World Cup.

Ireland captain Stirling ruled out of rest of T20 World Cup

Stirling suffered the injury when he hit the turf while completing a catch to dismiss Josh Inglis. He walked out to open for Ireland in the 183-run chase but limped off after facing just one ball

Pakistan beat Nepal by 30 Runs in Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars

Pakistan beat Nepal by 30 runs in the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars in Bangkok. Hafsa Khalid scored 40*, while Anosha Nasir took three wickets to secure victory

Zimbabwe pulls off stunning win against Australia in T20 World Cup

Put in to bat, Zimbabwe were led by opener Brian Bennett who remained unbeaten on 64 off 56 balls with the help of seven fours

UAE clinch five-wicket victory over Canada in T20 World Cup thriller

UAE beat Canada by five wickets in ICC T20 World Cup 2026, powered by Sharma’s 74*, Khan’s 51, and Siddique’s five-wicket haul.

ICC fines Mohammad Nabi for code of conduct breach

ICC fined Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi 15% of his match fee and added one demerit point for arguing with umpires during the South Africa match

Kishan, Pandya lead India to 93-run victory over Namibia in T20 World Cup

Kishan top-scored with a blistering 61 off 24 balls, striking six fours and five sixes, while Pandya scored 52 off 28 balls, hitting four sixes and as many fours

T20 World Cup: Viral video shows leftover drinks reused at India's Delhi stadium

The clip shows that stadium workers pouring leftover soft drinks from used glasses back into plastic bottles

ICC to host meeting to ease Pakistan-India cricket tensions before T20 World Cup

ICC invites Asian cricket board chiefs, including Pakistan and India, to Colombo meeting to ease tensions before the February 15 T20 World Cup clash

T20 World Cup: Italy crush Nepal by 10 wickets

Italy defeated Nepal by 10 wickets at Wankhede Stadium, chasing 124 in 12.4 overs after restricting Nepal to 123 in the T20 World Cup group match.

Sri Lanka outplay Oman by 105 runs in T20 World Cup

Kusal Mendis remained top scorer with 61, and got support from Pavan Rathnayake who hit 60, captain Dasun Shanaka 50, and Kamindu Mendis 19

Namibia captain raises concern over lack of floodlight practice before India clash

Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus says his team was denied floodlight practice before a night match against India, while other teams trained under lights. He vows to fight despite challenges

Sri Lanka, minus Hasaranga, take on Oman today

Sri Lanka's batting concerns have also been exacerbated by Hasaranga's absence. The middle order has struggled for consistency, particularly against spin.

T20 World Cup: West Indies spin England out to secure 30-run victory

West Indies defeated England by 30 runs in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, powered by Sherfane Rutherford’s 76* and Gudakesh Motie’s three wickets.

PSL 11 auction: Islamabad United sign U19 star Sameer Minhas for Rs19 million

Islamabad United sign Pakistan Under-19 batting star Sameer Minhas for Rs19 million after a bidding war at the PSL 11 players auction in Lahore

Ellis, Zampa star as Australia outclass Ireland by 67 runs in T20 World Cup clash

Australia beat Ireland by 67 runs in the T20 World Cup as Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa claimed four wickets each after a strong batting display.

Australia's Marsh ruled out of T20 World Cup opener with groin injury

Steve Smith will now join the squad in Sri Lanka as cover, with fellow batsman Travis Head captaining the side at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium and Matthew Renshaw coming into the team

South Africa triumph over Afghanistan in double Super Over showdown

South Africa defeated Afghanistan in a thrilling second Super Over after the first ended in a tie. Proteas set a 24-run target, and Afghanistan could only manage 19 in the decider

India hit hard as Abhishek Sharma hospitalised ahead of Namibia clash

The left-handed batter reportedly felt unwell prior to India’s match against the United States

Skipper Marsh tells Australia to 'get the job done' at T20 World Cup

The 2021 champions were whitewashed 3-0 in Pakistan and are missing key players through injury, notably star pacemen Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood

Sahibzada Farhan achieves key T20I milestone

Sahibzada Farhan scored 1000 T20I runs in his 41st innings during Pakistan's match against the USA at the T20 World Cup, becoming the 10th Pakistani to reach the milestone. He also made 73 off 41 ball

'Confident' Pakistan ready for India blockbuster after USA win

Pakistan warmed up for their blockbuster T20 World Cup clash against India with a 32-run win against the USA on Tuesday then declared they were "confident" of taking down their bitter rivals

Nepal call for India, England, Australia to play in Kathmandu

Nepal captain Rohit Paudel on Tuesday called for cricketing powers India, England and Australia to tour his country to play a T20 series.

New Zealand thrash UAE by 10 wickets in T20 World Cup

New Zealand chased down 174 without losing a wicket against UAE in Chennai as Tim Seifert and Finn Allen produced explosive unbeaten knocks in the T20 World Cup clash

Sri Lanka's Hasaranga ruled out of T20 World Cup due to injury

Bowling all-rounder Dushan Hemantha has been named as his replacement in the squad

Pakistan beat USA by 32 runs in T20 World Cup Group A thriller

Pakistan defeated USA by 32 runs in a T20 World Cup Group A clash, with Farhan top-scoring and Shaheen Afridi leading the bowling attack.

'No political gain': Mohsin Naqvi explains why Pakistan agreed to play India in T20 World Cup clash

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi says Pakistan agreed to play India in the T20 World Cup after ICC talks addressed Bangladesh’s concerns and government approval cleared the fixture.

De Leede stars in comprehensive Dutch win against Namibia in T20 World Cup

De Leede struck four sixes and five fours in a 48-ball gem as the Dutch reeled in a 157-run target with two overs to spare for their first win of the tournament

ICC saves $174m as Pakistan-India clash confirmed for T20 World Cup

ICC avoided $174m loss after approving Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash. Following the decision, a sharp rise was recorded in airfares for Mumbai and Colombo

Former Pakistani pacer Ehsan Adil named in USA squad for T20 World Cup

Pakistan-born fast bowler Ehsan Adil has been added to the USA squad for the ICC T20 World Cup after an injury to Jasdeep Singh, with ICC approval boosting the team’s bowling strength

UAE eye upset in T20 World Cup group of death

The Gulf nation, who have won only one match in their previous two World Cups, failed to qualify for the last edition but fast bowler Siddique believes that has only fuelled their hunger for success

Pakistan to face USA in T20 World Cup today

Pakistan may bring back experienced batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring.

Govt allows Pakistan team to play T20 World Cup match against India on Feb 15

PM Shehbaz was briefed by Mohsin Naqvi on the outcome of high-level discussions held between representatives of PCB, ICC and BCB

South Africa thump Canada in T20 World Cup encounter

Aiden Markram's half-century, coupled with Lungi Ngidi's four-wicket haul, played a vital role in Proteas' commanding victory over Canada.

Pakistan to face India in T20 World Cup after ICC accepts its terms

Sources said that Pakistan agreed to play the match against India following repeated requests at the international level

Bangladesh urges Pakistan to end boycott of India match in T20 World Cup

BCB President Aminul Islam raised the issue during a meeting with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi in Lahore

Decision on Pakistan-India match in ICC T20 World Cup likely on February 12

According to Indian media, the ICC had given Pakistan a deadline of February 9 to clarify its position. However, sources indicate that no major breakthrough is expected today

T20 World Cup: Scotland outplay Italy by 73 runs

Scotland broke the 200-run barrier in the ongoing T20 World Cup against Italy when they scored 207-4 after Italy, playing their first ICC mega event, put them in to bat after winning the toss

Nepal's grit wins applause after narrow loss to England

Nepal missed out on a famous group stage win by four runs despite a spirited run-chase against England's 184, prompting Dale Steyn to tweet praising the performance and offer his guidance

'Not 100pc sure what to expect' - South Africa come up against Canada's unknowns

South Africa have a soft landing to the T20 World Cup with a match against Canada but Aiden Markram expects challenges

T20 World Cup: Mohsin Naqvi to consult PM Shehbaz as ICC pushes for Pakistan-India match

The ICC is actively trying to persuade Pakistan to agree to play India in the tournament

Sri Lanka beat Ireland by 20 runs in T20 World Cup clash

Chasing a target of 164 runs, Ireland were bowled out for 143

England beat Nepal by four runs in thrilling T20 World Cup clash

Chasing a challenging target of 185 runs, Nepal put up a spirited fight but fell just short, finishing on 180 runs

ICC, BCB delegations arrive in Lahore for talks over T20 World Cup dispute

ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja and Bangladesh Cricket Board President Aminul Islam arrived in Lahore, with negotiations expected over the ongoing T20 World Cup controversy

Real Madrid can wait - Siraj's dream night after late T20 call-up

"First of all, in the last 24 hours, when I was sitting on the flight, it felt like a dream," a beaming Siraj told reporters. He took a wicket with his fourth ball of his first T20 for 19 months

Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase

After losing openers for 44 runs, Gulbadin Naib and Sediqullah Atal took the task of revival of innings. Naib hammered 63 runs off 35 balls

PCB denies approaching ICC over Pak-India match

“As usual, sections of the Indian media are busy circulating fiction,” PCB spokesperson Mir said

T20 World Cup: Suryakumar Yadav shines as India overcome USA in Group A clash

India beat the USA by 29 runs in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Group A match after Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 84 at Wankhede Stadium

West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup second match

West Indies defeated Scotland by 35 runs in the T20 World Cup at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, with Romario Shepherd taking a hat-trick and five wickets.

PCB chief dedicates Pakistan's maiden T20 World Cup win to Faheem Ashraf's twin babies

Faheem Ashraf stars with an explosive 29 runs off 11 balls, leading Pakistan to a thrilling T20 World Cup win over Netherlands.

Madushan replaces Malinga in Sri Lanka T20 World Cup squad

Sri Lanka named Pramod Madushan as replacement for injured pacer Eshan Malinga in their T20 World Cup 2026 squad. Malinga was ruled out with a shoulder injury

Google unveils special doodle as ICC Men's T20 World cup 2026 kicks off

Google launched a colorful doodle to celebrate the start of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, as 20 teams begin their title hunt across India and Sri Lanka.

Ravichandran Ashwin calls Pakistan strong contender for T20 World Cup

Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Pakistan as strong T20 World Cup contenders, praising their opening pair and bowling attack while pointing out middle-order and death-over concerns

India will travel to Sri Lanka for T20 World Cup match against Pakistan: Suryakumar Yadav

Pakistan’s T20 captain Salman Ali Agha acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the high-profile clash

Bangladesh thanks Pakistan over support following T20 World Cup withdrawal

Bangladesh announced its withdrawal from the World Cup on January 22, citing security concerns

Govt has final say on match against India, says Pakistan captain Salman Agha

Pakistan T20 captain Salman Ali Agha calls Bangladesh a brotherly nation, backs government stance on India match, and expresses optimism ahead of his first T20 World Cup.

Nasser Hussain backs Pakistan, Bangladesh in T20 World Cup dispute

Nasser Hussain backs Pakistan and Bangladesh in T20 World Cup row, criticises politics in cricket, urges ICC fairness, questions India bias, warns imbalance if smaller nations ignored today!

T20 World Cup warm-up: Pakistan vs Ireland match abandoned due to rain

Pakistan and Ireland’s T20 World Cup warm-up match in Colombo was abandoned after heavy rain left the ground unfit for play, with the toss also not possible.

Former cricketers, politicians react to Pakistan boycotting India match in T20 World Cup

Pakistan’s refusal to face India is aimed at expressing solidarity with Bangladesh

Pakistan squad departs for Sri Lanka ahead of T20 World Cup

Pakistan's 15-member squad, led by Salman Ali Agha, has left for Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Team will play a warm-up match against Ireland on Feb 4.

ICC reacts to Pakistan's decision to skip India match in T20 World Cup

The ICC expresses concern over Pakistan's selective participation in the 2026 T20 World Cup, urging the PCB to find a resolution that aligns with the event’s integrity and global interests.

PCB unveils official kit for ICC T20 World Cup

The newly revealed World Cup kit features Pakistan’s traditional light green colour scheme and has been named the "Markhor Edition"

Pakistan to play T20 World Cup 2026, skip clash against India

According to sources, while clearance has been granted for Pakistan’s overall participation in the mega event, decision regarding match against India has been taken in view of prevailing situation

Decision on Pakistan's participation in ICC T20 World Cup expected today

Sources say a final decision on Pakistan’s participation in the World Cup is likely to be made today

Pat Cummins ruled out of Australia squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 due to a back injury. Ben Dwarshuis replaces him, while Matthew Renshaw joins the squad in place of Matt Short.

Pakistan Cricket Team's T20 World Cup kit launch canceled

The idea was to launch the kit after the toss of Pakistan’s second T20 match, but the officials stated that unavoidable reasons led to the cancellation.

ICC releases official song for Men's T20 World Cup 2026

ICC unveiled the official song ‘Feel the Thrill’ for the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, composed and sung by Anirudh Ravichander.

USA announces squad for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026

USA announces a balanced squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, featuring experienced players and emerging talent ahead of the February tournament.

ICC names Shahid Afridi's 2009 heroics among most iconic T20 World Cup performances

According to the ICC, Afridi’s outstanding all-round performance during the 2009 T20 World Cup has been declared iconic

ICC T20 World Cup trophy arrives in Lahore for official tour

The first phase of the trophy exhibition was held at a college in Lahore, where a special unveiling ceremony took place

England look to fine tune for T20 World Cup with Sri Lanka series

The three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka, all to be played at Pallekele starting on Friday, is less about experimentation and more about fine tuning ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Too busy for T20 World Cup: Iceland rules out stepping in for Pakistan

Pakistan is expected to make a final decision by next week regarding its participation in ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Calls grow to shift 2026 T20 World Cup amid Nipah virus underreporting in India

Concerns intensify over underreporting of Nipah virus cases in eastern India, prompting calls to relocate the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup to Sri Lanka over player and public health risks.

Clarke, Finch surprised by Haris Rauf's exclusion from T20 World Cup squad

Michael Clarke and Aaron Finch expressed surprise at Haris Rauf's exclusion from Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad, despite his strong BBL performances.

T20 World Cup 2026: dates, past winners and prize money

* The tenth edition of the 20-overs global showpiece event will run from February 7 to March 8

Scotland name T20 World Cup 2026 squad after Bangladesh exit

Scotland name a 15-player squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after replacing Bangladesh, with Richie Berrington set to lead the European side.

Scotland replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup amid political tensions

Scotland joins T20 World Cup last minute, replacing Bangladesh after recent tensions. Cricket Scotland chief expresses sympathy while preparing team for February 7 opener

ICC denies accreditation to Bangladeshi journalists for T20 World Cup coverage

No journalist from Bangladesh has been granted accreditation for matches scheduled in either India or Sri Lanka.

Pakistan to decide on T20 World Cup participation within days, says Mohsin Naqvi

Pakistan will decide within days on its ICC T20 World Cup participation after Bangladesh was replaced by Scotland amid security concerns.

Will Pakistan play T20 World Cup or not? a decision is likely today

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and discuss the question with him

Pakistan's 15-member squad for T20 World Cup named

Member selection committee Aqib Javed, head coach Mike Hesson, and skipper Salman Ali Agha announced the team for the World Cup in a press conference held here

Bangladesh absence from T20 World Cup a sad moment for the game: players body

"The withdrawal of Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup, and resulting absence of a valued cricketing nation ... is a sad moment for our sport," World Cricketers' Association (WCA) Chief Executive said

'No double standards': PCB looks to government after ICC T20 World Cup move on Bangladesh

Mohsin Naqvi says Pakistan’s T20 World Cup participation will be decided by the government after reports of ICC replacing Bangladesh with Scotland surface.

PCB writes to ICC, backs Bangladesh's refusal to travel to India for T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan has formally endorsed Bangladesh’s stance in the letter, backing its refusal to play World Cup matches in India amid security concerns