India win T20 World Cup by beating New Zealand by 96 runs
India changed the record books by becoming the first host nation to win the T20 World Cup by beating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final of the iconic tournament in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
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Michael Vaughan’s ‘desi’ makeover! Former English skipper gets roadside shave in India before T20 Final
Former England captain Michael Vaughan enjoyed roadside shaving in India and shared a glimpse of his experience on X.
Big update before IPL! Ashok Leyland partners with Chennai Super Kings as official sponsor
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, on Friday announced a strategic partnership with five-time IPL champions, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), as their Official Sponsor.
India edge England by 7 runs in thriller to reach T20 World Cup 2026 final
Mumbai/IBNS: India defeated England by seven runs in a high-scoring thriller to reach the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.
Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun weds Saaniya Chandhok in an elegant Mumbai celebration
Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married Saaniya Chandhok in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai on Thursday, with the celebrations attended by family members, close friends, and several prominent personalities from sports, business and entertainment.
Finn Allen’s 33-ball century dismantles Proteas, fires New Zealand into T20 World Cup final
Kolkata/IBNS: A breathtaking onslaught from Finn Allen powered New Zealand into the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, as the Black Caps thrashed South Africa by nine wickets in the first semifinal at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
‘England stronger opposition than West Indies’: Sourav Ganguly warns India ahead of T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final
Kolkata/IBNS: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has termed England a bigger threat than the West Indies ahead of India’s semi-final clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
‘Back home and safe’: PV Sindhu returns after being stranded in Dubai
Bengaluru/IBNS: Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has returned safely to India after being stranded in Dubai amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Samson stars as India knock out West Indies to reach T20 World Cup semi-finals
Kolkata/IBNS: Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 97 powered India to a thrilling five-wicket victory over West Indies in a virtual quarter-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens on Sunday, sealing their place in the semi-finals.
Heartbreak for Rinku Singh! Father passes away amid T20 World Cup; condolences pour in
Noida/IBNS: Indian cricketer Rinku Singh is mourning the loss of his father, Khanchand Singh, who passed away on Friday after a battle with advanced-stage liver cancer, media reports said.
India crush Zimbabwe by 72 runs to stay alive in T20 World Cup semifinal race
Chennai/IBNS: India bounced back in emphatic fashion from their crushing defeat to South Africa, hammering Zimbabwe by 72 runs in a must-win Super 8 clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Thursday.
T20 World Cup 2026: India’s semi-final dream on the line — scenarios that could keep them alive
Ahmedabad/IBNS: India’s campaign in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 has hit a major setback following a heavy defeat against South Africa and West Indies’ massive win over Zimbabwe.
In Images: Highlights from East Bengal vs Sporting Delhi ISL clash
East Bengal defeated Sporting Delhi 4-1 in a match of Indian Super League (ISL) at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on February 21. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS
US Stuns Canada to claim Men's Hockey Gold at 2026 Olympics
The United States captured its first Olympic men's hockey gold since 1980 by defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime during the gold-medal final at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
South Africa crush India by 76 runs, defending champs stunned in Super 8
South Africa delivered a dominant performance to defeat India by 76 runs in a Super 8 clash of the ongoing T20 World Cup on Sunday.
Jersey of another nation, heart of India: PM Modi’s big message on Indian-origin cricketers playing T20 World Cup
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday appreciated the Indian-origin players who performed during the ongoing T20 World Cup tournament, representing various countries like the US and Oman in the grand event.
From behind to champion: Om Prakash Chouhan’s stunning late surge seals golf title
Kolkata/IBNS: Seasoned campaigner Om Prakash Chouhan came from behind and produced a late flourish to win the DP World Players Golf Championship, pipping his rivals and overnight leaders to win the title on the final day of the rupees 1.5 crore golf meet at the Tollygunge Club course here Thursday.
'Momentum in right direction': Unbeaten West Indies focus on Super 8 after routing Italy in T20 World Cup
Kolkata/IBNS: West Indies advanced to the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 unbeaten after thrashing tournament debutants Italy by 42 runs in their final Group C match at Eden Gardens on Thursday.
India U20 women to play four friendly matches against Swedish clubs
New Delhi/IBNS: The Indian U20 women’s team will play four friendly matches against Swedish clubs during their ongoing preparatory camp in Sweden.
Shai Hope to the rescue! West Indies survive Italy scare with crucial 75 at Eden Gardens
Kolkata/IBNS: Shai Hope struck a composed 75 to guide West Indies to 165/5 in 20 overs against a spirited Italy in their final Group C match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Eden Gardens on Thursday.
Yuvraj Samra scripts history! First associate nation batter to smash T20 World Cup century
Chennai/IBNS: Canada’s Yuvraj Samra on Tuesday became the first player from an associate nation to score a century in the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
England edge past Italy despite Ben Manenti’s stunning counter-attack in T20 World Cup
Kolkata/IBNS: The England cricket team survived a spirited challenge from the Italy national cricket team to secure a 24-run victory in their first-ever meeting on the cricket field in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens on Monday.
From 105/5 to dominance: Will Jacks’ blazing knock rescues England at Eden Gardens
Kolkata/IBNS: A blazing half-century by Will Jacks powered England to post a challenging target of 203 against Italy in their Group C clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday.
Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Yousuf blast PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi after Pakistan’s humiliating T20 World Cup loss to India
Former Pakistan cricketers Shoaib Akhtar and Mohammad Yousuf launched a scathing attack on Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), following Pakistan’s crushing defeat to India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2025.
Shock exit, star returns: Steve Smith replaces Hazlewood in T20 WC squad ahead of crucial Sri Lanka match
Australian veteran Steve Smith was added to the T20 squad for the ongoing World Cup as a replacement for injured pacer Josh Hazlewood.
PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi leaves stadium mid-match as India crush Pakistan in T20 World Cup clash
Colombo/IBNS: Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s early departure from the stadium during the India-Pakistan clash at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2025 reflected the frustration surrounding Pakistan’s struggles against India in ICC tournaments.
T20 World Cup: Kishan’s 77 sparks carnage as India crush Pakistan by 61 runs, storm into Super 8
India’s run in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup gathered further momentum as the defending champions thrashed arch-rivals Pakistan national cricket team by 61 runs in a one-sided group-stage clash in Colombo on Sunday.
England stay alive! Tom Banton anchors crucial T20 World Cup win over Scotland
Kolkata/IBNS: England waded off the growing uncertainty over their progression in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, sweeping neighbours Scotland by five wickets at the Eden Gardens on Saturday.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 set to break all barriers — Most accessible edition ever!
Through a combination of innovative technology and worldwide fan engagement, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has rolled out an ambitious campaign to make the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 the most accessible global cricket tournament in history.
After West Indies defeat, Phil Salt urges ‘expressive’ England in must-win Scotland clash
Kolkata/IBNS: A narrow win over Nepal followed by a 30-run drubbing at the hands of the West Indies cricket team has forced England cricket team to reassess their approach as they gear up for a crucial clash against Scotland cricket team in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.