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‘It Was Very Challenging’: Nicholas Kirton Opens Up On Arrest, And His Return To Canada’s World Cup Squad
Grantley Adams International Airport: Canada cricketer Nicholas Kirton shared the toughest time of his career and called the airport arrest incident “very challenging” and described it as a life-changing learning experience.
He reflected on his mistake, the mental strain it caused, and the strength that helped him return to the national team. One of Kirton’s happiest cricket memories is still his match-winning performance against Ireland at the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. That 12-run win was Canada’s only victory in their first appearance at the tournament. He played a key role in that moment, and it felt like the start of something great.
Instead, it marked the peak before a sudden and personal decline. In April 2025, just months after leading Canada on the global stage, the Barbados-born batter was arrested upon arriving at Grantley Adams International Airport in Barbados. Authorities allegedly found 20 pounds of cannabis in a bag connected to him. He faced charges for possession and trafficking. Kirton pleaded not guilty and was released on bail, but the incident raised serious concerns about his future in cricket.
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T20 WC: Basic Plan Is To Take Wickets And Keep Attacking The Stumps, Says Chakaravarthy
Arun Jaitley Stadium: India wrist-spinner Varun Chakravarthy said he focused on perfecting his basic plan of taking wickets aplenty and continuing to attack the stumps helped him pick a three-wicket haul which broke the back of Namibia’s chase and gave the co-hosts a massive 93-run victory in a Group A clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday.
T20 WC: Erasmus Showed The World Again What He’s Got With The Ball, Says Williams
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Namibia head coach Craig Williams praised Gerhard Erasmus for picking career-best figures of 4-20 against India despite his team suffering a 93-run defeat in their Group A clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday evening, adding that the skipper showed the world yet again about his skills with the ball.
T20 WC: All Are In Good Touch, Looking To Use The Power Play As Much As We Can, Says Kishan
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India’s top order has made no secret of its intent since winning the Men’s T20 World Cup title they won in 2024: attack the powerplay, set the tempo, and let rest of the depth carry them beyond 200. On Thursday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, Ishan Kishan embodied that clarity by hitting a fiery 24-ball 61, and was one of the architects of the record 93-run win over Namibia.
Suryakumar Yadav Lauds India’s Complete Show in 93-Run Win Over Namibia
India captain Suryakumar Yadav hailed his team’s all-round effort after a 93-run victory over Namibia in the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, with Hardik Pandya and Varun Chakravarthy starring.
T20 WC: Australia Vs Zimbabwe, USA Vs Netherlands- Match Previews
Chennai Super Kings Academy: Australia and Zimbabwe will look to continue their winning momentum when they face each other in their second match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 to be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday.
T20 WC: 'We Showed The World What We’ve Got,' Says Manenti After Italy's Ten-wicket Win Over Nepal
T20 World Cup: Italy stand-in captain Harry Manenti described his side’s emphatic 10-wicket win over Nepal in their second match of the T20 World Cup 2026 played at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Thursday as pretty extraordinary, saying the team had finally shown the world what it is capable of on the biggest stage.
T20 WC: Hunting For First Win, Canada And UAE Clash With Backs Against The Wall (preview)
ICC T20 World Cup: When Canada and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) take the field at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday afternoon, the aim for both sides will be very simple -- get a win under their belt. Both teams find themselves winless in Group D, and a win will help them get off the mark in the points table.
T20 WC: BCB Chief Animul Islam To Attend India Vs Pakistan Match In Colombo
Bangladesh Cricket Board: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) chief Animul Islam has confirmed that he will travel to Colombo on February 15 to watch the high-voltage T20 World Cup 2026 clash between archrivals India and Pakistan at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday.
T20 WC: ‘India Should Not Change Their High-risk, High-reward Approach,’ Says Parthiv Ahead Of Team’s Namibia Clash
For Ishan Kishan: Ahead of India’s crucial World Cup campaign, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel provided insightful analysis on the team’s recent batting collapse against the USA and the challenges they face against emerging bowling attacks. He broke down India’s approach, individual performances, and tactical nuances they need to focus on going forward.
Duffy Relishes First World Cup Experience At 31 After Breakthrough Year
T20 World Cup: Jacob Duffy is embracing his first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the age of 31, following a breakthrough 2025 season that saw him etch his name into New Zealand cricket history.
SA Vs AFG Was One Of The Best Games In World Cup History: Irfan Pathan
World Cup: Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan reflected on the high-octane contest between South Africa and Afghanistan in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, a match that required two Super Overs to decide the outcome and called it "one of the best games in World Cup history.
T20 WC: Motie, Chase Strangle England As Windies Win By 30 Runs
Spinners Gudakesh Motie: Spinners Gudakesh Motie and Roston Chase shared five wickets between them as West Indies came up with a brilliant all-round performance to beat England by 30 runs in Match 15 of ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.
T20 WC: All The Stats From Australia's Thumping Win Over Ireland In Group B
T20 World Cup: Nathan Ellis and Adam Zampa delivered a clinical bowling masterclass, taking four wickets each, as Australia registered a dominating 67-run win against Ireland in their T20 World Cup 2026 opener at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Wednesday.
T20 WC: Namibia Captain Erasmus Questions Training Schedule Ahead Of India Clash
T20 World Cup: Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus has expressed displeasure over his team's training schedule ahead of Thursday's Men’s T20 World Cup match against India, saying that they didn’t get an opportunity to practice under floodlights at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
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