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Dasun Shanaka To Leak Sri Lanka Squad For Pakistan T20Is
Sri Lanka T20I: Sri Lanka have announced their squad for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan, a key part of their preparation for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which kicks off on February 7.
The team, captained by Dasun Shanaka, brings together a blend of seasoned players and fresh faces. Some players in this squad weren’t included in Sri Lanka’s earlier preliminary World Cup squad, adding an extra layer of competition as the team finalises its selections ahead of the global tournament.
Thirteen players from the 2024 T20 World Cup squad have been retained for the next tournament. These include Shanaka, Hasaranga, Asalanka, Kusal Mendis, Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, de Silva, Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, and Dilshan Madushanka.
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T20I Batting Rankings: Annabel Sutherland has emerged as the biggest gainer in the latest ICC Women’s Rankings update, reclaiming the No.1 position in the T20I bowling rankings following India’s 15-run victory over Sri Lanka in the fifth and final T20I.
Ashes: Steve Smith Moves Up In Record Books With 37th Test Ton
Sydney Cricket Ground: Australia's stand-in captain Steve Smith raised his 37th Test hundred on Day 3 of the fifth and final Ashes match at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and moved up in record books on Tuesday.
Tatenda Taibu Hails U19 World Cup As A Springboard For Young Stars
ICC U19 World Cups: 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.
T20 World Cup: Ponting Backs Out-of-form Skipper Suryakumar Yadav To Help India Defend Title
T20 World Cup: Former Australia cricketer Ricky Ponting has backed out-of-form India skipper Suryakumar Yadav ahead of the T20 World Cup, scheduled to kick off on February 7. Yadav has been out of form and has managed just 218 runs across 19 innings with a below-par strike rate of 123.16 in 2025. However, Ponting showed his trust in the Indian skipper and urged him to back his aggressive style of play.
'No Decision Yet': Kapil Dev On Bangladesh Players' Participation In PGTI Events
PGTI President Kapil Dev: Former India cricketer and current PGTI president Kapil Dev has said nothing has been decided yet on the participation of Bangladesh players amid the ongoing tension between the two neighbouring countries. He said that PGTI will hold a board meeting to discuss the matter.
Bangladesh Govt Orders Suspension Of IPL Telecast Amid Mustafizur Row; Ex-BCCI Official Says League Unlikely To Be Affected
The Bangladesh Cricket Board: The Bangladesh government has ordered the suspension of the broadcast of all matches of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season amid the controversy surrounding Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman.
Indu Barma To Lead Nepal Squad For Women’s T20 WC Global Qualifier
T20 World Cup Global Qualifier: 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.
BCB Formally Requests ICC For Relocating Men’s T20 World Cup Matches Out Of India
The Bangladesh Cricket Board: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) said it has formally requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate all of their 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup matches to venues outside India, citing safety and security concerns.
Bangladesh Will Not Travel To India For T20 WC: Govt Advisor Asif Nazrul
The Bangladesh Cricket Board: Bangladesh will not travel to India to play in the T20 World Cup, said Asif Nazrul, an advisor to Bangladesh who also oversees the country's youth and sports ministry.
Govt Advisor Directs BCB To Request Shift Of Bangladesh’s T20 WC Games To SL; Requests Suspension Of IPL Broadcast
Indian Premier League: In a dramatic escalation following the release of Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the Indian Premier League, the Bangladesh sports ministry has instructed the country’s cricket board to request that the T20 World Cup league games be moved from India to Sri Lanka.
Bangladesh Name Litton Das-led Squad For T20 World Cup
Mohammad Parvez Hossain Emon: Bangladesh have revealed a 15-player squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das will serve as captain, extending his leadership role as the side seeks to make a notable impact on the international stage.
T20 World Cup: Babar And Shaheen In, Rizwan Out As Pakistan Submits Preliminary Squad To ICC; Hesson To Finalise 15
The Pakistan Cricket Board: Pakistan's senior national selectors have picked former captain Babar Azam, pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi, and spinner Shadab Khan, but left out former captain and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan, in a preliminary 20-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
BCB To Seek T20 WC Venue Change From India After BCCI Forces KKR To Dump Mustafizur Rahman
Kolkata Knight Riders: With the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) directing Kolkata Knight Riders to release their player Mustafizur Rahman from a contract to play IPL 2026, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided to approach ICC for a change of venue for their matches during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup that India will be hosting jointly with Sri Lanka, a news report has said.
Gerhard Erasmus To Lead Namibia's Squad For T20 World Cup 2026
Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground: All-rounder Gerhard Erasmus will lead Namibia's quest for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which is scheduled to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. This will be the African nation's fourth consecutive appearance in the tournament. Namibia are drawn in Group A alongside India, Pakistan and the USA.
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