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Anish Kumar
Anish Kumar
Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.
Anish Kumar is a News Editor at Business Standard with nearly a decade of sports journalism experience. From Cricket World Cups and India’s bilateral Test series to the Ranji Trophy and Pro Kabaddi League, he has covered it all. With deep digital and multimedia experience across top newsrooms, Anish knows how to craft content — from sharp headlines to dynamic videos — that clicks with today’s audiences. Off the field, he’s either trekking up a mountain or tracking the latest political developments.
Anish Kumar
T20 World Cup 2026 semis: Teams qualified, date, time, venue, reserve day
India semifinal match date and time: In the second semifinal of T20 World Cup 2026, England will face Suryakumar Yadav's Team India on March 5 (Thursday) at 7 PM IST.
Raza's lone brilliance not enough as South Africa head into semis unbeaten
The Proteas chased down 154 in 17.5 overs to carry their unbeaten run into the semifinal against New Zealand in Kolkata.
 "Raza's lone brilliance not enough as South Africa head into semis unbeaten")
T20 WC: Airspace closure in West Asia delays Zimbabwe's return home
When asked about clarity over travel plans, Zimbabwe coach Justin Sammons said: "No, not that I've heard of. When we started the game there wasn't anything."
 "T20 WC: Airspace closure in West Asia delays Zimbabwe's return home")
India vs West Indies: Key match-ups in virtual quarterfinal at Eden Gardens
India vs West Indies: Finger spin challenges India, wrist spin troubles WI in race for final semifinal berth; will Varun Chakaravarthy's form shape India's fate?
Pakistan semis equation: Target, overs & Net runrate to pass NZ's NRR
Pakistan's semifinal qualification hinges on net run rate: Business Standard takes a look at target they can set, the overs required to finish the chase, and the margin needed to overtake Kiwis' NRR
Three wins in Sri Lanka, winless in India: Why Zimbabwe stumbled in Super 8
Zimbabwe coach Courtney Walsh says conditions in India and slow adaptation cost his side after an unbeaten run in Sri Lanka gave way to heavy defeats in the Super 8 stage
 "Three wins in Sri Lanka, winless in India: Why Zimbabwe stumbled in Super 8")
Explained: Pakistan, New Zealand's net run rate equation, semis scenarios
Why is Pakistan's net run rate negative despite a last-over defeat to England? And why is New Zealand's NRR 1.390 after a washout in Kandy? Business Standard explains the calculations.
Why Pakistan's semifinal hopes hinge on England vs New Zealand result today
How can Pakistan qualify for the semifinal? Will the rain gods help PAK in the race for semis? Business Standard takes a look at all the possible scenarios for New Zealand and Pakistan's SF chances
India semifinal qualification scenarios: How India's net runrate improved
South Africa's dominant win over West Indies and Zimbabwe's call to bowl first helped India regain control of the net run rate equation in the Super Eight stage.
 "India semifinal qualification scenarios: How India's net runrate improved")
Net runrate equation: Why India need to chase to improve semi-final chances
How is net run rate calculated and how can India improve it? Find out everything you need to know about net run rate calculation in cricket.
How the WI vs SA match result affect India's semi-final chances?
Business Standard looks at the possible outcomes and how the result of the West Indies vs South Africa match could shape India's semifinal chances.
T20 World Cup 2026: India Playing 11 news vs Zimbabwe, Chepauk pitch report
India's press conference on the eve of the match at 4 PM IST is likely to shed more light on the XI but before that Business Standard take a look at cues from the practice session.
India's off-spin weakness in focus today; Zimbabwe ready with plan
Both India and Zimbabwe suffered defeats in their previous matches - India against South Africa and Zimbabwe against the West Indies - making Thursday's fixture crucial for semi-final qualification
 "India's off-spin weakness in focus today; Zimbabwe ready with plan")
T20 WC 2026: Are changes coming in India's XI? Batting coach says yes
While dismissing panic, Kotak acknowledged that selection conversations are active. "There can be changes, yes," he admitted when asked about possible alterations involving Samson and Axar
 "T20 WC 2026: Are changes coming in India's XI? Batting coach says yes")
T20 WC knockouts tickets on sale: What if Pakistan reach semis or final?
If Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals, they will feature in Semi-final 1 in Colombo on March 4. In that scenario, Colombo becomes the confirmed venue for the fixture.
 "T20 WC knockouts tickets on sale: What if Pakistan reach semis or final?")
How the result of Zim vs WI match affect India's SF qualification chances?
To qualify for the semi-finals of ICC T20 World Cup 2026, India need to win their remaining two matches - against Zimbabwe and West Indies - by big margins.
Adaptability on unfamiliar pitches key ahead of Zimbabwe clash: India coach
Asked about the key areas India would revisit, Ten Doeschate said the foremost challenge was adjusting to wickets that do not suit their usual style of play.
 "Adaptability on unfamiliar pitches key ahead of Zimbabwe clash: India coach")
Why India dropped vice-captain from playing 11? Ryan ten Doeschate explains
We thought the biggest threat was going to come from Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton and David Miller and that's why Sundar was picked ahead of Axar, says India assistant coach ten Doeschate
 "Why India dropped vice-captain from playing 11? Ryan ten Doeschate explains")
T20 WC 2026 Super 8 - Teams qualified, full schedule, timings, points table
From qualification rules to confirmed teams and Super 8 schedule, here's a quick guide to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026's next round
T20 World Cup: South Africa cruise past UAE to finish unbeaten in Group D
UAE picked up four wickets, but South Africa's batting depth and intent meant the chase was never in doubt. The rain interruption only delayed an outcome that looked inevitable from the start.
