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Women’s T20 WC: NZ, Ireland Eye Crucial Win To Avoid Group-stage Elimination (Preview)
T20 World Cup: New Zealand and Ireland lock horns in the 13th match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with both sides desperately searching for their first points of the tournament. Having lost their opening two matches, the contest has effectively become a must-win fixture, with defeat likely to leave the losing side's hopes of reaching the semi-finals hanging by a thread.
The defending champions have endured an unexpectedly difficult start to their title defence. New Zealand were edged out by the West Indies in a dramatic one-run defeat before suffering another setback against Sri Lanka, who chased down 151 with three balls to spare. While the White Ferns have shown glimpses of their quality with the bat, they have repeatedly been let down by poor execution in key moments.
Their fielding has been particularly costly, with multiple dropped catches across both games allowing opponents to build decisive partnerships. Against Sri Lanka alone, New Zealand missed three opportunities, including an early reprieve for match-winner Nilakshi de Silva, while a cautious approach in the Powerplay saw them manage just 38/1 before Amelia Kerr and Sophie Devine rescued the innings with identical scores of 45, lifting the total to 150/6.
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Women’s T20 WC: When And Where To Watch NZ Vs IRE; Know All Details
T20 World Cup: New Zealand and Ireland enter their ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash knowing there is little room left for error, with both teams still searching for their first points of the tournament. A third straight defeat for either side would leave their semi-final hopes hanging by a thread, making this a must-win contest.
West Indies Recall Da Silva, Jangoo For SL Tests; Alzarri, Shamar Return From Injury
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium: Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the two-match test series against Sri Lanka, which will see the return of wicketkeeper-batters Joshua Da Silva and Amir Jangoo.
Women's T20 WC: 'It Was A Must-win Game For Us', Says Athapaththu After Victory Over NZ
T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu described her side's five-wicket win over defending champions New Zealand as a "must-win" result but insisted there is no room for complacency despite defeating one of the favourites for the Women's T20 World Cup title.
Women's T20 WC: Kerr Rues 'poor Fielding' After New Zealand's Second Straight Defeat
Captain Amelia Kerr: New Zealand captain Amelia Kerr lamented her side's fielding standards after the defending champions suffered a five-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, admitting that dropped chances once again proved costly in a match she felt the White Ferns had enough runs to win.
Sri Lanka 'A' Players Sanctioned After Heated India 'A' Clash In Dambulla: Report
Sri Lanka Cricket: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has reportedly taken disciplinary action against players involved in the ill-tempered India 'A' versus Sri Lanka 'A' tri-series clash in Dambulla on Monday, with match referee Pradeep Jeyapragash imposing sanctions following the controversial contest, said a report on Tuesday.
Women's T20 WC: Kerr, Devine Shine, But Sri Lanka Fight Back To Restrict NZ To 150/6
T20 World Cup: Kavisha Dilhari took 2-35 while a wicket each from Chamari Athapaththu, Sugandika Kumari, Nimasha Meepage, and Mithali Ayodhya helped Sri Lanka restrict New Zealand Women's innings to 150/6 in the seventh match of Group 2 of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at The Rose Bowl on Tuesday.
Women's T20 WC: New Zealand Elect To Bat Against Sri Lanka In Southampton
T20 World Cup: New Zealand won the toss and elected to bat against Sri Lanka in the seventh match of Group 2 of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at The Rose Bowl, Southampton, on Tuesday.
Ashok Sharma Replaces Injured Yudhvir Singh In India A Squad For 50-over Tri-series
The BCCI Medical Team: Pacer Ashok Sharma has replaced injured Yudhvir Singh in the India ‘A’ squad that is currently playing the 50‑over tri‑series against Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A in Dambulla.
Women's T20 WC: We Will Start From Zero, Says England's Lauren Bell Ahead Of Ireland Clashv
T20 World Cup: As they get ready for their second match in Group B against Ireland in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Hampshire Bowl on Tuesday, England top pacer Lauren Bell said they will be starting from zero despite making a winning start in their campaign.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi And Tilak Varma Get Into A Verbal Fight With Sri Lanka A Players In Super Over Drama
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and India A' captain Tilak Varma found themselves at the centre of ugly scenes as tempers flared during and after their dramatic Super Over defeat to Sri Lanka 'A' in the tri-series clash at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Monday.
Sri Lanka ‘A’ Clinch Super Over Thriller Against India ‘A’ Despite Fifties From Nigam, Shedge
Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium: Kugathas Mathulan held his nerve to defend 16 runs as Sri Lanka A edged India A in a nail‑biting Super Over thriller in the 50-over tri-series at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium on Monday.
India ‘A’ Docked 10 Runs As Penalty For Running On The Pitch Against Sri Lanka ‘A’
Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium: India A were docked 10 runs in their ongoing 50-over tri-series match against Sri Lanka A at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium on Monday after batter Vipraj Nigam twice ran through the protected area of the pitch despite earlier warnings, leaving the umpires with no choice but to impose the penalties.
Women's T20 WC: When And Where To Watch NZ Vs SL, Know All Details
T20 World Cup: A first win of the tournament will be on the line when New Zealand take on Sri Lanka in Group B, with both teams looking to bounce back from disappointing starts to their Women's T20 World Cup campaigns. Neither side managed to collect points in their opening fixture, making this encounter an important opportunity to revive their semi-final hopes before the group stage gathers momentum.
Women's T20 WC: When And Where To Watch ENG Vs IRE, Know All Details
T20 World Cup: Fresh from a record-setting start, England aim to strengthen their hold on Group B against Ireland, who are eager to bounce back from a setback in their campaign opener, as the two sides gear up for their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup clash on Tuesday at The Rose Bowl.
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