'The gap is huge’: Ganguly on India’s dominance over Pakistan in T20 WC

IANS | February 16, 2026 4:53 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) After India recorded a 61-run triumph over arch-rivals Pakistan in the Group A clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, former India skipper Sourav Ganguly believes the idea of an automatic "big match" between India and Pakistan is outdated, as the intensity and competitiveness that once defined the rivalry no longer feel the same. 

T20 WC: Shivam Dube wins ‘impact player of the match’ after 61-run win vs PAK

IANS | February 16, 2026 4:28 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) India all-rounder Shivam Dube was named the Impact Player of the Match following India’s commanding victory over Pakistan on Sunday, a result that secured the Men in Blue’s place in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The 32-year-old expressed gratitude towards India’s fielding coach T. Dilip, crediting him as a major influence.

T20 WC: Zadran, Omarzai fire Afghanistan to 5-wicket win over UAE

IANS | February 16, 2026 3:05 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) Afghanistan overcame early jitters to secure a five‑wicket win over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and get their first victory of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday. The result also means Afghanistan have kept their slim hopes of reaching the Super Eights alive.