A ruthless all-round performance powered India to a commanding victory over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final. Explosive half centuries from Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan set up a massive total before Jasprit Bumrah’s devastating spell sealed a historic title defence.
Two nations with vastly different cricketing ecosystems — India’s massive talent pool and New Zealand’s small but resilient system — meet once again in a major ICC final. Despite their differences, both teams have consistently reached cricket’s biggest stages, setting up another fascinating showdown.
Mitchell Santner and Aiden Markram have a laugh ahead of the teams' group-stage encounter.
A Semi-Final With Everything on the Line
Two teams. One final spot. Zero recent ICC white-ball trophies.
South Africa vs New Zealand is not just another semi-final. It’s a clash between two sides that have mastered consistency — but not conversion.
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Sanju Samson produced a career-defining unbeaten 97 to guide India to their highest successful run chase in T20 World Cup history. Despite West Indies posting 195 in a must-win clash, Samson’s brilliance sealed India’s semi-final berth in dramatic fashion.
England defeated New Zealand in a tense spin-dominated thriller in Colombo, sealing a crucial win that keeps Pakistan’s semi-final hopes alive. Will Jacks and Rehan Ahmed starred in a dramatic chase as England powered into the knockouts.
South Africa stunned India in Ahmedabad, ending their 12-match T20 World Cup winning streak with a commanding 76-run victory. David Miller, Dewald Brevis, and Tristan Stubbs led the charge with explosive batting, while South Africa’s bowlers executed near-perfect plans to defend 187.
Fourteen former international cricket captains have written to Pakistan’s Prime Minister, urging immediate medical treatment and humane detention conditions for Imran Khan. The open letter, led by Greg Chappell and signed by global cricket icons, has intensified international attention on Khan’s health and prison conditions.
Pathum Nissanka’s unbeaten century powered Sri Lanka into the Super Eights of the 2026 T20 World Cup, as their spinners triggered a dramatic Australian collapse after a blazing start from Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head.
Pakistan will face India in the 2026 T20 World Cup after the government withdrew its boycott, ending a ten-day standoff and restoring the tournament’s biggest fixture.
Salman Agha’s career-best 76 and a devastating spin assault from Abrar Ahmed powered Pakistan to a crushing 90-run victory over Australia, sealing the T20I series with a game to spare in one of Australia’s heaviest defeats since 2005.
Saim Ayub produced a sensational all-round display as Pakistan defeated Australia by 22 runs. A dominant powerplay partnership, disciplined spin bowling, and sharp fielding combined to deliver a commanding victory, with Ayub at the heart of every decisive moment.
Mahli Beardman shines as Perth Scorchers dominate Sydney Sixers, securing a home BBL Grand Final. Steven Smith struggles under pressure, while Starc and Finn Allen provide flashes of brilliance. Perth now await the Knockout Final winner, ready to host the ultimate showdown at Optus Stadium.
