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2nd T20I: India Looks To Extend Lead In Raipur As New Zealand Eyes Comeback (Preview)
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International: After starting the five-match T20I series with an emphatic win, the Indian cricket team will look to maintain its momentum when it takes on New Zealand in the second match of the five-match series at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on Friday.
Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, India began their build-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup in impressive fashion, registering a dominant 48-run victory over the Black Caps in the series opener in Nagpur on Wednesday. The hosts’ commanding performance has given them a 1–0 lead and an opportunity to tighten their grip on the series.
India’s batting unit delivered a powerful display in the first T20I, led by opener Abhishek Sharma, who produced a blistering innings at the top of the order. The left-hander struck 84 off just 35 deliveries. The 25-year-old hammered five boundaries and eight sixes, setting the tone for a massive total.
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Injured De Zorzi, Ferreira Out Of T20 World Cup And West Indies Series; Rickelton, Stubbs Drafted In
Injured De Zorzi: South Africa batter Tony de Zorzi and all-rounder Donovan Ferreira have been ruled out of the three-match T20I series against West Indies and the Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka due to injuries, said Cricket South Africa (CSA) on Thursday.
Lalit Modi Asks Bangladesh To Travel To India For T20 World Cup, Says Country Is Very Safe
Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi: Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi has asked Bangladesh to travel to India to play their matches in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, telling them that India is a very safe country and not to politicise the issue.
England Selector Luke Wright To Step Down After 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup
T20 World Cup: Luke Wright will step down from his role as England men’s selector after the upcoming T20 World Cup, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Thursday.
No Scope To Change Our Decision: Bangladesh Firm On Not Playing T20 WC In India
Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul: After the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that the Men's T20 World Cup will proceed as scheduled, Bangladesh Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Nazrul stated that they did not get justice from the ICC and there is no scope to change their decision of not playing their matches in India.
Irfan Pathan Advocates Abhishek's ODI World Cup Selection After T20 Heroics
ODI World Cup: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has urged the national selectors to consider T20I star Abhishek Sharma for the ODI World Cup, stating that the left-hander’s explosive T20 performances could translate effectively into the ODI format if used smartly.
Varun Chakaravarthy Is A Magician, Make No Mistake: Gavaskar
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Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar analysed spinner Varun Chakaravarthy’s performance and praised the team’s all-round performance in the first T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand as the Men in Blue clinched a thumping win in Nagpur and kicked off the final preparations ahead of the Men's T20 World Cup.
Bangladesh Seek 48 Hours from ICC to Consult Government on Playing T20 World Cup Matches in India
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has requested 48 hours from the ICC to consult its government on participating in the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, amid safety concerns and the risk of being replaced if they withdraw.
Pakistan Left Disappointed Over Bangladesh World Cup Snub, But Will Not Consider Withdrawal
Bangladesh T20 World Cup: The International Cricket Council (ICC) decision to proceed with Bangladesh's matches in the upcoming Men's T20 World Cup in India as scheduled has been met with disappointment in Pakistan, with a former star claiming the decision was on expected lines, a news report said on Wednesday.
Gambhir, 'the Man With The Toughest Job After PM', Thanks Shashi Tharoor For Warm Words Of Appreciation (Ld)
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor: Hailed by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday as 'The man with the toughest job after PM' after a meeting, India head coach Gautam Gambhir has thanked the noted author for his warm words of appreciation for his role as the team boss, considered by many as a thankless job.
Suryakumar Yadav Hails India’s Batting Depth After 48-Run Win Over New Zealand in T20I Opener
India captain Suryakumar Yadav praised his team’s batting depth and preparation after a dominant 48-run win over New Zealand in the T20I series opener.
1st T20I: Dube, Chakaravarthy Pick Two Wickets Each As India Beat New Zealand By 48 Runs
T20 World Cup: Varun Chakaravarthy and Shivam Dube picked two wickets each as India defeated New Zealand by 48 runs in the T20I series opener at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday.
MS Dhoni Conveys Best Wishes For Vande Mataram CISF Coastal Cyclothon-2026
Vande Mataram CISF Coastal Cyclothon: Cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni extended his best wishes for the Vande Mataram CISF Coastal Cyclothon–2026, lauding it as a commendable initiative that embodies national unity, fitness, and heightened awareness on coastal security.
ECB Appoint Troy Cooley As England Men’s Elite Pace Bowling Lead Coach
Wales Cricket Board: The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has appointed Troy Cooley as the men’s elite national pace bowling lead coach, where the Australian will oversee the development of fast bowlers across England’s senior men’s and pathway teams.
1st T20I: What We Fetch For Is Excellence And Victory For The Country, Says Chakaravarthy
T20 World Cup: India wrist-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy said his focus remains on excellence and contributing to the team’s success, as it begins the final lap of preparation for the Men’s T20 World Cup via the series opener against New Zealand at the New VCA Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday.
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