Latest Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 News & Updates

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) On the eve of the South Africa versus UAE clash in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the Proteas consultant coach Albie Morkel had brushed aside concerns over Dewald Brevis’s form, after he posted scores of 6, 23, and 31. Morkel would call him an X-factor player who would ‘break your heart at times, but he will also win you games’.He would also say, ‘The best way is to let him be that guy.’ On Wednesday, with no scoreboard pressure around, Brevis freed his arms t…

Mumbai, Feb 10 (IANS) IFTDA President Ashoke Pandit has expressed his displeasure at India playing the T-20 World Cup against Pakistan.On Monday, Pakistan announced that it will play against India on February 15 in Colombo in the Group A match of the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The announcement comes after the Government of Pakistan gave the necessary go-ahead.Reacting to the update, Ashoke Pandit told IANS during an exclusive conversation that he is against India playing any sports with the neig…

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Cricket fans around the world are in for a thrilling month as the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, organised by the International Cricket Council (ICC), kicks off on February 7, with the final scheduled for March 8. This year’s tournament will feature 20 teams competing in 55 matches for the prestigious title. With World Cup fever gripping millions of fans worldwide, everyone is excited to catch a glimpse of the teams ready to give it all for the trophy.Team India is entering th…

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni expressed confidence in the Indian team’s prospects for the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, highlighting that they possess the right combination of experience, skill, and balance to perform well in a high-pressure tournament. Dhoni emphasised that the team’s strength depends on how well the players handle pressure situations and their clearly defined roles. He noted that players are always in match-ready mode, whether batting or bowli…

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Sunday that Pakistan’s decision to selectively participate in the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and boycott its Group A clash against India undermines the integrity of global cricket and could have long-term consequences for the sport in the country.The governing body issued a statement after a post by Pakistan’s government on X said it had granted permission to the Pakistan team to travel to Sri Lanka for the tournament…

London, Jan 25 (IANS) The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) has expressed deep concern following Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) request to shift its matches from India to Sri Lanka.The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after the BCB refused to participate in the tournament p…