New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders have signed Blessing Muzarabani for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026. “The 6 ft 8” right-arm quick has emerged as one of Zimbabwe’s leading pace bowlers in the shortest format, known for his steep bounce and ability to strike in key phases of the innings. Muzarabani brings significant T20 experience, having claimed over 90 wickets in more than 80 T20 Internationals at an average of around 21, with best figures of 3/8,” the franchise sai…
Latest ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 News & Updates
Dubai, March 11 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the final prize money distribution for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, confirming that champions India will receive USD 2.63 million from the tournament’s USD 11.25 million players’ prize pool. India secured the title after defeating New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, capping off a successful campaign that also delivered a record financial reward. The prize purse reflects the major…
New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav opened up about some of the personal conversations he had that shaped the team’s triumphant campaign at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, revealing how belief, trust and team spirit played a crucial role behind the scenes. Surya reflected on emotional exchanges with several squad members, including Ishan and Sanju. The skipper said the willingness of players to put the team first, regardless of their role, was one of the defini…
Patna, March 10 (IANS) Indian cricketer and Bihar’s son Ishan Kishan received a grand welcome in Patna on Tuesday after returning from the victorious campaign in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The wicketkeeper-batter arrived at Patna Airport, where he was warmly received by Bihar Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh. She congratulated the entire Indian national cricket team for the historic victory and welcomed Kishan back to his home state.Speaking to media persons at the airport, Ishan Kishan d…
Dubai, March 9 (IANS) Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, the Player of the Tournament, leads the victorious team, having scored 321 runs in just five innings. Initially not part of the Indian XI, Samson distinguished himself with Player of the Match awards against West Indies and England. He then set the record for the highest individual score in a Men’s T20 World Cup final with 89 runs against New Zealand on Sunday. He is accompanied by teammates Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah…
New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) India players Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma reflected on their side’s historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with the duo recalling the team’s resilience and unity after lifting the trophy following a commanding win over New Zealand in the final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.In a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the two players spoke candidly about the emotions surrounding India’s title-winni…
Mumbai, March 9 (IANS) Bollywood producer Ekta Kapoor took to her social media account to take her fans by surprise by revealing that she watched a cricket match for the first time as she enjoyed the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final that took place on the 8th of March. Ekta shared a video on her official social media account where she was seen watching the high-voltage match between India and New Zealand in a mini-theatre along with actress Urvashi Dholakia and other members of her team. Her…
Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) Head coach Gautam Gambhir reiterated his long-standing belief that team trophies outweigh individual milestones after India clinched the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title with a commanding victory over New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium.Addressing the media after the triumph, Gambhir stressed that the team’s culture under his tenure is built around winning silverware rather than chasing numbers.“My simple philosophy with Surya has always been that milestones …
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) The Narendra Modi Stadium dazzled both on and off the field during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, with a spectacular mid-innings laser show and fireworks thrilling the fans in attendance. The entertainment followed earlier performances by Falguni Pathak, Sukhbir Singh, and Ricky Martin, setting the stage for a high-octane cricketing showdown between India and New Zealand.India’s top order continued their red-hot form, with Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, and…
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) India continued their assault on New Zealand bowlers in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, with a fiery partnership between Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan keeping the hosts firmly in command at the Narendra Modi Stadium, and former India legend Sachin Tendulkar was all praises for the top-order batters after their monstrous knocks.After India’s record-breaking Power-play of 92/0, the momentum showed no signs of slowing. Samson and Kishan attacked anything short …