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T20 WC: Ahmedabad braces for historic showdown as IND-NZ cross swords (Preview)

IANS | March 7, 2026 3:57 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Two cricketing giants, one historic final. India stand on the cusp of a record third T20 World Cup title, while New Zealand eye their maiden crown. After a thrilling and unpredictable campaign, both teams have reached the ultimate showdown at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, a venue that promises a grand stage for what’s set to be an epic contest.

T20 WC: New Zealand’s approach towards Bumrah depends on situation in the final, says Doull

Niharika Raina | March 7, 2026 3:07 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) New Zealand’s handling of India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah in the Men’s T20 World Cup final, especially by their openers Finn Allen and Tim Seifert, will be dictated by the situation of the game rather than any fixed blueprint, said former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull.

WI, SA and ENG to depart from India on charter flights amid Middle East travel disruption: Report

IANS | March 7, 2026 2:45 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) The long wait of the West Indies cricket team to leave India after getting knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2026 from the Super 8s is finally getting over as the Caribbean side will depart from India along with England and South Africa over the weekend on a special charter plane arranged by the International Cricket Council (ICC) due to middle east travel disruptions.

Pink-ball Test: It was just really nice to be out there, says Perry on becoming Australia’s highest Test run-scorer

IANS | March 7, 2026 2:32 PM

Perth, March 7 (IANS) Veteran seam-bowling all-rounder Ellyse Perry said she was relishing her time in the middle after becoming Australia’s leading run-scorer in women’s Tests during day two of the one-off pink-ball match against India at the WACA Ground on Saturday.

T20 WC: A look at New Zealand’s record in Ahmedabad ahead of Final

IANS | March 7, 2026 2:26 PM

Ahmedabad, March 7 (IANS) New Zealand are now just one win away from completing a remarkable turnaround. After suffering a disappointing group-stage exit in the 2024 edition, the BlackCaps have staged an impressive comeback at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Recording five victories and only two defeats so far, New Zealand have surged into the final and stand on the brink of securing their first-ever title.

T20 WC Final: Aakash Chopra picks India’s playing XI, backs Varun and Abhishek

IANS | March 7, 2026 1:59 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Former India cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra has backed Varun Chakaravarthy and Abhishek Sharma to feature in India’s playing XI for the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 against New Zealand to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Pink-ball Test: Sutherland unbeaten on 93, Perry hits 76 as Australia take the lead

IANS | March 7, 2026 1:42 PM

Perth, March 7 (IANS) Annabel Sutherland’s unbeaten 93 and Ellyse Perry’s composed 76 steered Australia into ascendancy on day two of the one-off pink-ball Test against India, as the hosts reached 217/4 in 58 overs at tea, with their lead sitting at 19 runs at the WACA Ground on Saturday.

T20 WC: A look at India’s record in Ahmedabad ahead of final

IANS | March 7, 2026 1:31 PM

Ahmedabad, March 7 (IANS) Team India secured their spot in the ICC Men's 2026 T20 World Cup final following their semi-final victory over England and will now face New Zealand in the summit clash on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

T20 WC: 'Wanted my son to feel how emotional I was,' says Hardik on energetic celebration after Bethell's wicket

IANS | March 7, 2026 1:06 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has revealed the reason behind his energetic celebration after dismissing Jacob Bethell in the second semi-final match of the T20 World Cup 2026 played at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026: Indian women’s hockey team aim to seal World Cup berth

IANS | March 7, 2026 12:56 PM

Hyderabad, March 7 (IANS) The India women’s national field hockey team will aim to secure a coveted berth at the upcoming FIH Hockey Women’s World Cup 2026 when they take the field in the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad, Telangana, beginning on Sunday.

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T20 WC: Ahmedabad braces for historic showdown as IND-NZ cross swords (Preview)

T20 WC: New Zealand’s approach towards Bumrah depends on situation in the final, says Doull

WI, SA and ENG to depart from India on charter flights amid Middle East travel disruption: Report

Pink-ball Test: It was just really nice to be out there, says Perry on becoming Australia’s highest Test run-scorer

T20 WC: A look at New Zealand’s record in Ahmedabad ahead of Final

T20 WC Final: Aakash Chopra picks India’s playing XI, backs Varun and Abhishek

Pink-ball Test: Sutherland unbeaten on 93, Perry hits 76 as Australia take the lead

T20 WC: A look at India’s record in Ahmedabad ahead of final

T20 WC: 'Wanted my son to feel how emotional I was,' says Hardik on energetic celebration after Bethell's wicket

FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026: Indian women’s hockey team aim to seal World Cup berth

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