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T20 WC: ‘India should not change their high-risk, high-reward approach,’ says Parthiv ahead of team’s Namibia clash

IANS | February 12, 2026 3:45 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Ahead of India’s crucial World Cup campaign, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel provided insightful analysis on the team’s recent batting collapse against the USA and the challenges they face against emerging bowling attacks. He broke down India’s approach, individual performances, and tactical nuances they need to focus on going forward.

Dev-Sinha to lead Indian charge as Sweeny-Watanabe top doubles field at Delhi Open

IANS | February 12, 2026 3:16 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Australia’s Dane Sweeny and Japan’s Seita Watanabe will headline a competitive doubles field at the Delhi Open 2026, set to be held at the DLTA Complex from February 16 to 22. Leading the Indian challenge will be S D Prajwal Dev and Nitin Kumar Sinha, the highest-ranked all-Indian duo in the main draw. Dev (219) and Sinha (243) will look to capitalise on familiar home conditions as they take on a seasoned international field.

T20 WC: Wayne Madsen misses out as Italy opt to bowl against Nepal

IANS | February 12, 2026 2:56 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Italy have won the toss and elected to bat against Nepal in their second match of the 2026 T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Italy's captain, Wayne Madsen, is missing the match due to injury; Harry Manenti is captaining the side.

T20 WC: Rathnayake, Mendis and Shanaka star as Sri Lanka post 225/5 against Oman

IANS | February 12, 2026 12:55 PM

Colombo, Feb 12 (IANS) Sri Lanka unleashed a commanding batting performance to pile up 225/5 against Oman, riding on explosive half-centuries from Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Mendis and captain Dasun Shanaka, in their Group B encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

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