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T20 WC 2026 points table: Super 8 qualified teams; top batters and bowlers

From the Super 8 format to the remaining Group fixtures, here's all you need to know about the teams that have qualified for the next round of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

Colombo weather news: Overcast but no rain; IND vs PAK playing 11 - Abhishek, Kuldeep playing

India vs Pakistan, Colombo weather live updates: Rain continues to stay away from the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Surya skips handshake with Salman Agha for fourth time, debate resurfaces

The latest episode follows three similar occasions during the Asia Cup 2025, where Suryakumar had refrained from engaging in the customary handshake with his Pakistan counterpart

IND vs PAK Playing 11: Abhishek Sharma to play against Pakistan, says Surya

The return of Abhishek to India's playing 11 was confirmed by captain Suryakumar Yadav on the eve of the India vs Pakistan encounter.

India vs Pakistan: More than a match as spin and tension collide in Colombo

India enter the contest with an impressive record at the R Premadasa Stadium, having won 11 of their 15 T20Is at the venue - the best win percentage by any team

Rain threat looms over India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo

Showers forecast on Saturday could disrupt preparations, with India scheduled to train at the venue. Rain may affect their final practice session ahead of the match.

India vs Namibia: Abhishek Sharma discharged from hospital, says Tilak

Tilak informed that Abhishek has been discharged today from the hospital after a checkup and could be available for selection as well.

Namibia captain Erasmus questions lack of night sessions ahead of IND clash

Despite the lack of night sessions, the Namibia captain insisted his side would embrace the occasion at the Kotla, where a packed crowd is expected.

India Playing 11 vs Namibia: Samson to partner Kishan; Bumrah set to play

Cues from India's net session: Abhishek is unlikely to feature in India's playing 11 vs Namibia as he did not take part in the net session. Jasprit Bumrah bowled at full throttle

India vs Namibia Playing 11 news: Who will replace Abhishek in India's 11?

If Abhishek is ruled out, India could turn to Sanju Samson as an opening option. But Samson didn't bat for long and seen getting massage on his right arm during practice session in Delhi

India vs Namibia: Abhishek still unwell, Bumrah and Sundar train in Delhi

During the practice session, India's hard-hitting batter Abhishek Sharma was absent while the rest of the squad trained at the Kotla.

Bas de Leede stars as Netherlands outclass Namibia in T20 World Cup 2026

Reflecting on his form, de Leede said committing fully to international cricket had allowed him to focus on improving his game, particularly with the T20 World Cup in mind.

India vs Pakistan: Why Islamabad reversed boycott call; Timeline of events

With the impasse resolved, Business Standard takes a look at the timeline of events surrounding the India vs Pakistan match.

IND vs PAK: Pakistan ends boycott threat, India match on Feb 15 to go ahead

In a post on social media, the Pakistan government said it had allowed the team to take the field "in view of the outcomes achieved, as well as the request of friendly countries".

T20 WC: Bangladesh asks Pakistan to end boycott, play India on February 15

BCB president Aminul Islam said he urged PCB chief Mohsin Raza Naqvi in Lahore to end the boycott, as efforts intensified to resolve the standoff over the February 15 match.

IPL: Global investors line up billion-dollar bids for RCB, Rajasthan Royals

The final bids for RR are scheduled for the first week of March. While no specific date has been fixed for RCB, bidders have been told the process will conclude in February

BCCI annual contracts: Kohli, Rohit demoted to Grade B; A+ category removed

Former India skippers Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma downgraded to Grade B in BCCI Annual Central contracts

T20 WC 2026: Netherlands vs Namibia preview, live toss time, streaming

Netherlands vs Namibia live match will begin at 11 AM IST. NED vs NAM live streaming will be available on JioHotstar in India

Namibia captain credits World Cup exposure for associate teams' growth

Erasmus believes Namibia's repeated presence at ICC events has helped cricket grow rapidly in the country, even overtaking rugby in popularity.

T20 WC 2026: India vs USA playing 11, preview, toss time, live streaming

India will begin their title T20 World Cup defence on Saturday when Suryakumar Yadav's men take on USA. The match will start at 7 pm IST, with the toss expected around 6.30 pm IST.