New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, describing the victory as a historic achievement that has brought immense pride and joy to the nation.In a post on X, @rashtrapatibhvn — the official account of the President of India, mentioned the triumph marked another milestone in Indian cricket, noting that India has now become the only country to win the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup three times.The Presi…
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New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, praising the players for their outstanding performance and determination throughout the tournament.In a post on X, HM Shah described the victory as a proud moment for the nation and applauded the team for displaying remarkable grit and character on the global stage.”What a victory…!! Hats-off to World Champion #TeamIndia. Your exceptional performance …
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) A dominant India became the first team to retain the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title, win three world crowns, and clinch the trophy on home soil after defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final played in front of 86, 824 fans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.Captain Suryakumar Yadav will now lift the trophy and be the fourth Indian to lead the side to a men’s cricket World Cup title after having not lost a single series since taking charge in Jul…
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, and Ishan Kishan struck explosive half-centuries each as defending champions India posted a massive 255/5 against New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.On a flat mixed soil pitch, India posted a total that is the highest at the venue and the third-highest in Men’s T20 World Cup history. It was built on an explosive platform laid by their top three, all of whom attacked from …
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) A blazing half-century by Abhishek Sharma powered India to the highest Power-play total in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history during the final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.India raced to 92 for no loss in six overs, rewriting the record books in the summit clash of the T20 World Cup. The previous best powerplay total in the tournament was 92/1 by the West Indies against Afghanistan in 2024, while India’s previous best in the t…
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) The final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup between India and New Zealand is set to be played on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with more than 1.35 lakh spectators expected to attend the match at the world’s largest cricket stadium.Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi welcomed cricket fans arriving from across India and abroad for the title clash, expressing confidence in the Indian team’s performance.”Today, the final match will be held at the w…
Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) When two cricketing giants meet in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final, India stand on the cusp of a record third title, while New Zealand eye their maiden crown. India have never beaten New Zealand in T20 World Cups, and the recent history of ICC events in Ahmedabad hasn’t been kind to the Men in Blue. Can India become the first team to win back-to-back titles?Notably, India are chasing a few firsts in the summit clash, as they are aiming to become the first host team …
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Former India spinner Anil Kumble noted that Varun Chakaravarthy’s slump in form could increase the pressure on Jasprit Bumrah to do well in the upcoming encounter as the Men in Blue gear up for a high-stakes summit clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup against New Zealand on Sunday.Chakaravarthy, the top-ranked T20I bowler, was among India’s standout bowlers in the group stage, taking nine wickets in four matches at an economy rate of 5.2. However, since the Super Ei…
Ahmedabad, March 7 (IANS) New Zealand are now just one win away from completing a remarkable turnaround. After suffering a disappointing group-stage exit in the 2024 edition, the BlackCaps have staged an impressive comeback at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Recording five victories and only two defeats so far, New Zealand have surged into the final and stand on the brink of securing their first-ever title.Standing between them and that historic triumph is Team India, the very side that denied…
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) As Team India prepares for Sunday’s high-stakes summit clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup against New Zealand, former India spinner Piyush Chawla believes managing emotions will be the defining factor for the hosts in a pressure-filled home final.Chawla stressed that while the expectations surrounding India may add pressure, the key for players is to embrace the occasion and focus on expressing themselves on the field.“You just have to go out there, control your e…