New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has revealed that he initially struggled to believe Rohit Sharma’s reassurance that he would still have a role to play in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after missing out on the playing XI during the latter stage of the campaign before rediscovering his confidence and producing one of the defining innings of India’s campaign against the West Indies. Looking back on the difficult period following the New Zealand T20I series, Samso…
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Muscat, July 6 (IANS) Oman Cricket, the governing body for the sport in the country, has appointed Indian-origin wicketkeeper-batter Vinayak Shukla as captain of the men’s national team, heralding it as the start of a new chapter in the country’s sporting history.Shukla, the vice-captain of the team, succeeds Jatinder Singh, who led Oman at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in India earlier this year.Oman Cricket picked Vinayak Shukla as captain for being a key contributor to the team’s growth an…
Patna, May 15 (IANS) The Government of Bihar has felicitated cricketer Ishan Kishan with a cash prize of Rs 1 crore for his crucial role in Team India’s triumph at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Taking a break from his IPL commitments, the Patna-born cricketer arrived in the state capital and met Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Friday.The felicitation ceremony was attended by members of Kishan’s family as well.Congratulating him, the Chief Minister described Ishan as the “Son of Patn…
Mumbai, April 17 (IANS) The recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has reportedly come under controversy after allegations of match-fixing surfaced in connection with Canada’s game against New Zealand at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.According to an ESPNcricinfo report, the International Cricket Council’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) has opened an investigation into Cricket Canada following claims made in a recently aired documentary.The Canada-New Zealand fixture, played on…
Kochi, April 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called upon Bharatiya Janata Party workers in the poll-bound Kerala to take inspiration from cricketer Sanju Samson’s turnaround performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, describing it as a lesson in overcoming adversity and delivering under pressure. Addressing party members ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections, Modi referred to Samson’s initial struggles in the tournament and his decisive comeback in the latter stages, …
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…
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…