Kolkata, March 17 (IANS) The realisation that it was time for him to retire from Test cricket dawned on former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin when the younger and less experienced Washington Sundar was preferred over him for a Test match in Australia.During India’s tour of Australia in 2024, senior bowler Ashwin lost his place in the XI and decided to retire at the end of the series.At an event in Kolkata on Tuesday, Ashwin opened up about the moment he realised his time with the Indian t…
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Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has heaped praise on the current Indian side following its historic victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, calling the team the best white-ball unit and lauding the leadership of captain Suryakumar Yadav and head coach Gautam Gambhir.India clinched the title after defeating New Zealand national cricket team by 96 runs in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, becoming the first team to win three Men’s T20 World…
Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) Former India captain MS Dhoni congratulated the Indian team after their historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, saying it was a “pleasure” to watch the side create history with their dominant performance in the final against New Zealand.India scripted a remarkable chapter in cricket history by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday to become the first team to retain the Men’s T20 World Cup title, the first t…
Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) All-rounder Shivam Dube said his role in India’s victorious ICC Men’s T20 World Cup campaign was clear from the outset: provide late fireworks with the bat whenever the team needed quick runs. India clinched a record third T20 World Cup title after thrashing New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, posting a massive 255/5 before bowling the visitors out for 159. While the top order laid the platform with explosive knocks, Dube’s late cameo e…
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and successfully defending the title, calling it a proud and historic moment for the nation.In a post on X, the Vice-President praised the Indian team for its commanding performance in the final and said the victory marked a significant milestone in international cricket.”Heartiest congratulations to Team India on winning the ICC Men’s T20 World …
Hyderabad, March 8 (IANS) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday congratulated Indian cricket team on winning ICC T20 World Cup.Both the leaders took to X to congratulate the Indian team soon after it defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at Ahmedabad.Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed immense happiness and pride over the historic triumph and congratulated the entire team for bringing glory to the nation.“This magni…
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) BJP national President Nitin Nabin on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, praising the players for their determination, discipline and teamwork throughout the tournament.In a post on X, the BJP chief described the victory as a proud moment for the nation and said the team’s performance had brought immense joy to millions of Indians.“Congratulations to #TeamIndia on becoming the T20 World Cup Champions! A magnificent …
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team for defeating New Zealand in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and lifting the title, describing the victory as a proud moment for the entire nation.In a post on X, Kharge said the triumph had filled millions of Indians with joy and pride, noting that the team’s performance in the final reflected determination and strong teamwork.“Many congratulations to Team India on a ma…
New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated the Indian cricket team on winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, praising the players for their skill, determination and teamwork throughout the tournament.Team India — the defending T20 World Champions — became the first host nation to win the T20 World Cup by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.Chasing a mammoth target of 256 runs, the New Zealand innings collapsed at 159 all …
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…