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Women's T20 World Cup: Arch-rivals India, Pakistan Set For High-voltage Opener (Preview)
T20 World Cup: India and Pakistan will launch their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 campaigns with a blockbuster Group 1 clash at Edgbaston on Sunday, adding another chapter to one of cricket's most compelling rivalries.
Matches between the two neighbours rarely follow conventional expectations, with pressure and emotion often outweighing rankings and recent form. The atmosphere is expected to be electric at Edgbaston, where Birmingham's sizeable South Asian community has traditionally turned India-Pakistan contests into special occasions.
India enter the tournament carrying the weight of expectation as they continue their pursuit of a maiden Women's T20 World Cup title. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the side boasts a blend of experience and firepower, particularly at the top of the order where Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma can dictate the tempo from the outset.
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NZC Name Former Pacer Geoff Allott As New CEO
New Zealand Cricket Players Association: New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has named former international pacer Geoff Allott as its new Chief Executive Officer, with his tenure set to begin on July 1.
T20 WC: ICC Activates Contingency Plans To Support Teams' Return Home Amid Tensions In The Middle East
The International Cricket Council: The International Cricket Council (ICC) is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East and has activated comprehensive contingency plans to safeguard the travel, logistics, and well-being of all stakeholders associated with the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, currently underway in India and Sri Lanka.
T20 WC: Dutch Cricket's Paradox - Talent Pool Expands As Infra And Funding Crisis Threatens Growth
Royal Netherlands Cricket Board: The Netherlands putting up a spirited performance before going down to a three-wicket loss to Pakistan in the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup opening game in Colombo encapsulated a broader truth about Dutch cricket: punching above their weight while operating with tied hands behind their back.
It Was A Great Honour Meeting PM Modi, Say Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup-winning Cricketers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the most powerful leader in South Asia, said Chaminda Vaas while Sanath Jayasuriya described meeting him as "a great experience". The members of Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup-winning squad went gaga over PM Modi after meeting him as a team in Colombo on Saturday.
3rd Test: Isa Guha Apologises For Making 'primate' Comment Over Bumrah
Gavaskar Trophy Test: Former England women’s cricketer Isa Guha has apologised for any offence caused by her calling India’s fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah a ‘primate’ while commentating on the ongoing third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia.
BBL: Warner Signs Two-year Deal With Sydney Thunder; Smith To Play For Sixers
Big Bash League: David Warner is set to be a full-time presence in the Big Bash League (BBL) for the first time in his career after signing a new two-year contract with Sydney Thunder while Steven Smith would continue to grace the competition beyond his Test career, with a new three-year deal with Sydney Sixers.
T20 World Cup: Confident USA Vice-captain Jones Looking To Play ‘fearless And Positive Cricket’
T20 World Cup: In a historic moment for cricket in North America, the USA is set to make its debut in the T20 World Cup against Canada on Sunday at 10.30 AM AEST (6:00 AM IST). As both teams prepare to showcase their skills in the expanded 20-team competition, there is considerable pressure on the USA, the tournament co-hosts alongside the West Indies, to make a strong impression on home soil.
CA Issues Apology After Scoreboard Displays Racist Term During Pak Vs PM XI
The Cricket Australia: The Cricket Australia (CA) issued an apology on Wednesday after a racist term was displayed on the scoreboard during Day 1 of Pakistan's four-day warm-up Test versus Prime Minister's XI at the Manuka Oval.
We'll Ensure Not To Discuss On Field Plans In Urdu In Front Of Usman Khawaja, Says Hasan Ali
Shaheen Shah Afridi: Ahead of three-match Test series against Australia starting from December 14 in Perth, Pakistan fast-bowler Hasan Ali said his team will be trying to ensure that they do not discuss their on-field plans in front of veteran left-handed opener Usman Khawaja, especially in Urdu.
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