T20 WC: Dilshan Madushanka replaces injured Pathirana in Sri Lanka squad

IANS | February 18, 2026 6:29 PM

Dubai, Feb 18 (IANS) The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Wednesday approved Dilshan Madushanka as a replacement for Matheesha Pathirana in the Sri Lanka squad. Madushanka was named as a replacement when Pathirana was ruled out after sustaining a muscle strain in his left leg during the team’s previous match against Australia on Monday (February 16).

T20 WC: UAE bowling coach feels defeat to South Africa was a good learning experience

IANS | February 18, 2026 6:02 PM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) bowling coach Yasir Arafat said his six-wicket defeat to South Africa will serve as a valuable education and good learning experience for a side unaccustomed to facing elite pace attacks and under overcast skies. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday, the UAE never had momentum after a brisk power-play and made 122/6 on a tacky pitch, which South Africa chased down in 13.2 overs.

Wesley So returns for his sixth Norway Chess appearance

IANS | February 18, 2026 4:34 PM

Stavanger, Feb 18 (IANS) Wesley So has confirmed his return to the prestigious Norway Chess tournament in 2026, marking his sixth appearance at one of the sport’s most elite annual events. The announcement further strengthens a competition renowned for assembling the world’s finest players in a highly competitive format.