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Cricket Australia to assess failures after poor T20 World Cup 2026 showing

Former champions Australia are set to conduct a "forensic review" of their disappointing T20 World Cup campaign after the injury-ravaged team crashed out in the group stage of the ongoing event being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The 2021 champions exited after losing to Sri Lanka and minnows Zimbabwe. They still have one match remaining against Oman in Pallekele on Friday, but that would be inconsequential. Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka have progressed to the Super Eights as Australia failed to get past the group stage for the first time since 2009. Selector Tony Dodemaide said a full review of the performance would be done once the players are back home. "It's really disappointing the way the tournament has rolled out," Dodemaide was quoted as saying by cricket.com.au. "But we will need some time, and take some time, once we finish our last commitment it's important that we finish strongly on Friday against Oman then we'll get back and analyse it fully." The team was without its

India well prepared for Super Eights after ticking boxes, says Suryakumar

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said his team has ticked almost all the boxes in the group stage, expressing satisfaction with the collective batting effort as it heads into the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup. India's top order found it tough against off-spinner Aryan Dutt before Shivam Dube struck a 31-ball 66 to power them to 193 for six. In reply, India restricted the Netherlands to 176 for seven in 20 overs to seal a 17-run win, their fourth successive victory in the tournament, and finish atop Group A. "We have ticked a lot of boxes. Even when you win, you learn a lot of things, and we did today," Suryakumar said at the post-match presentation. "We wanted to bat first, went on to score 190. There was a bit of dew, a little challenging for the bowlers but all in all, very happy." India were 69 for three in nine overs before Dube counter-attacked in the middle overs. Suryakumar said such contributions were crucial, especially if the team finds itself in similar situations la

West Indies vs Italy live streaming: Where to watch T20 WC 2026 match?

Having already secured a qualification, the Caribbean side may view this clash as an opportunity to fine-tune their combinations while maintaining their unbeaten run

T20 WC 2026: West Indies vs Italy pitch report and Eden Gardens stats

West Indies, meanwhile, have been dominant throughout. Victories over Scotland, England, and Nepal highlighted their depth and balance, with both batters and bowlers contributing consistently.

T20 WC 2026: West Indies vs Italy preview, toss time, live streaming

West Indies, who have already booked their place in the Super 8s, will aim to walk into the next stage unbeaten

Rashid Khan hails Trott's role as AFG coach signs off after T20 World Cup

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan paid a rich tribute to outgoing head coach Jonathan Trott, saying the former England batter has played a major role in putting the side on the right path and elevating the standards of Afghan cricket. Afghanistan will face Canada in their last match of the campaign, which will also bring the curtain down on Trott's stint. "We have a series against Sri Lanka straight after the World Cup and then the IPL. Tomorrow is Jonathan Trott's last game with us. We've had some unbelievable games and tours with him. He has been someone who has taken Afghanistan cricket to where it is now," Rashid said on the eve of their match against Canada. "I think he has worked so hard with every single one. Definitely everyone around will miss him so much. He played a main role in taking this team on the right way, right path." Looking ahead, Rashid stressed the need for constant improvement as teams begin to devise fresh plans against Afghanistan. "Now nothing is easy for

Can't take things to heart: Shadab on Shaheen Afridi dropped from eleven

Players cannot take things to heart as everyone is trying to win matches for Pakistan, said all-rounder Shadab Khan after Babar Azam was not sent in to bat against Namibia and Shaheen Shah Afridi was dropped from the playing XI. Pakistan, who had suffered a crushing loss to India, qualified for the T20 World Cup Super Eights with a massive 102-run victory over Namibia here on Wednesday. "As a professional, you can't take these things to heart. The team's environment and messages are very clear, so it's not a problem for any player. Everyone is trying to help the team win," Shadab told reporters after the match. "The Super Eights will be tough. There will be pressure games. At the end of the day, you can only control certain things, so you should focus on controlling those." Prodded further on why Babar wasn't sent in to bat and if there was any issue with Pakistan's selection calls, Shadab said it wasn't the case of experimentation. "Do you really think Pakistan experiments that m

Ranji Trophy Final: Karnataka vs Uttarakhand to be Held in Hubballi

The upcoming Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir is set to be played at the KSCA Stadium in Rajnagar, Hubballi, from February 24. Karnataka have built a massive overall lead of 802 runs against Uttarakhand in Lucknow at the end of the fourth and penultimate day of their semifinal. Jammu and Kashmir sealed their maiden Ranji Trophy final entry, beating Bengal by six wickets at Kalyani on Wednesday. "Karnataka vs Jammu and Kashmir, five days final from February 24 is to be played in KSCA Stadium, Rajnagar, Hubballi," a Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) official told PTI on condition of anonymity. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium has received conditional nod from the Karnataka state cabinet to host domestic, IPL and international matches after being on the sidelines since June 4 last year. But the KSCA management, perhaps, wanted to have a seamless match experience during the Ranji title clash, while carrying on with the security enhancement works at the ...

India vs Netherlands HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC: IND beat NED by 17 runs; Get 12th consecutive T20 WC win

India go through to the Super 8 of the tournament with 4 wins in as many games and will now face South Africa in their 1st Super 8 encounter on February 22 in Ahmedabad.

Pathirana ruled out of T20 World Cup for SL; Madushanka named replacement

With Pathirana ruled out, the spotlight will now be on Madhushanka to step up and fill the void left by one of Sri Lanka's most formidable pacers.

India vs Netherlands live streaming: Where to watch T20 WC 2026 match?

There are also minor concerns around India's approach against spin, with Namibia and Pakistan managing to slow the scoring at times.

3 ducks in 3 games: Abhishek Sharma's T20 WC woes continue in Ahmedabad

Dutch spinner Ayan Dutt cleaned up his off stump on the night in the first over itself that saw him continue his poor run of form for the Men in Blue.

T20 World Cup 2026: IND vs NED pitch report and Ahmedabad stadium stats

India have been dominant in all three of their matches so far, yet they have not fully unleashed the explosive style of play they are capable of.

T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Netherlands preview, toss time, live streaming

All eyes will be on Abhishek Sharma, who has built a reputation as one of the most explosive batters in recent times but has yet to make a major impact in this tournament.

Pakistan vs Namibia HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC 2026: Farhan-Usman help Pakistan secure Super 8 qualification

Pakistan vs Namibia HIGHLIGHTS: Pakistan will now face Sri Lanka, England and New Zealand in the Super 8 round

Farhan becomes the second Pakistan player to score ton in T20 World Cup

Before Farhan, only Ahmeda Shazad had a triple-digit score to his name for the men in green - 111 runs in 96 balls against Bangladesh in Mirpur back in 2014

Pakistan vs Namibia live streaming: Where to watch T20 WC 2026 match?

Namibia will bank on JJ Smuts and Gerhard Erasmus to pull off an upset win against giants Pakistan today

Batting coach Kotak proud of teams planning early dismissal of Abhishek

Despite the contrasting returns, Kotak made it clear that the team management is not concerned with Abhishek's lean patch.

T20 WC 2026: ICC hands George Munsey demerit point for equipment abuse

Match referee David Gilbert of the Emirates ICC International Panel proposed the sanction, which Munsey accepted immediately

India vs Netherlands: Ahmedabad hourly weather forecast and rain prediction

As per the latest weather update, conditions in Ahmedabad are expected to remain favorable for cricket. Temperatures during match hours are likely to range between 23°C and 29°C.