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Dubai, Jan 7 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has finalised the full schedule of the Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2026, including the Super Six stage. Ten teams will compete in Nepal from January 18 to February 1, vying for four spots in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will take place in England and Wales in June-July. Warm-up games are scheduled for January 14 and 16 at three venues: Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Upper Mulpani Cricket Ground, and Lower Mulp…

Amsterdam, Jan 6 (IANS) The Netherlands Cricket Board on Tuesday announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier, to be held in Nepal from January 18 to February 1. Babette de Leede will lead the team as the Netherlands prepare for a crucial Women’s T20 World Cup qualification campaign. Head coach Neil MacRae believes the squad reflects a balance of experience, and recent strong performances will help them cross the qualification line.“We have selected an exper…

Harare, Jan 5 (IANS) Former Zimbabwe skipper Tatenda Taibu, the ambassador for the upcoming ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, on Monday hailed the prestigious tournament that brings together the most talented young stars from around the world as the best springboard, setting many talented players on course for successful careers at the senior level.Taibu should know this fact as he was involved in two editions of the tournament, in 2000 and 2002. He was the player of the tournament in the latte…

Kathmandu, Jan 4 (IANS) Nepal Cricket on Sunday announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier, to be held in Nepal from January 18 to February 1.Indu Barma will continue to lead the side, with Puja Mahato appointed as vice-captain, as the hosts prepare for a crucial qualifying campaign in home conditions.The Global Qualifier will feature teams from Bangladesh, Ireland, the Netherlands, Namibia, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, Thailand, the USA and Zimbabwe. …