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'India may be favourites, but that doesn't guarantee the trophy,' says NZ coach ahead of T20 WC final

IANS | March 8, 2026 11:12 AM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) New Zealand head coach Rob Walter acknowledged India’s status as favourites ahead of the T20 World Cup final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, but insisted that the Black Caps are comfortable embracing the underdog tag and backing their collective strength to challenge for the title.

T20 WC: Dhoni arrives in Ahmedabad ahead of IND-NZ summit clash

IANS | March 8, 2026 10:49 AM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni arrived here in the city on Sunday morning hours before the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final to be played between India and New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

T20 WC: Weather and pitch conditions for India-New Zealand final

IANS | March 8, 2026 10:38 AM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) When two cricketing giants meet in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final, India stand on the cusp of a record third title, while New Zealand eye their maiden crown.

'Team India will lift trophy': Fans excited for T20 World Cup final showdown

IANS | March 8, 2026 10:09 AM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) After more than a month of thrilling encounters and nail-biting finishes, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has reached its grand finale, with India set to face New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Cricket fans across the country are brimming with excitement and confidence, expressing strong belief that Team India will lift the coveted trophy.

La Liga: Lamine Yamal gives Barcelona vital win

IANS | March 8, 2026 10:00 AM

Madrid, March 8 (IANS) Lamine Yamal scored the only goal of the match midway through the second half to give FC Barcelona a 1-0 win away to Athletic Bilbao that keeps it four points clear at the top of La Liga.

MLS: Messi scores as Inter Miami CF beat D.C. United 1-2

IANS | March 8, 2026 9:52 AM

Baltimore, March 8 (IANS) Inter Miami CF grabbed three points with a 1-2 win on the road against D.C. United. Goals from midfield engine Rodrigo De Paul and captain Leo Messi led Inter Miami to victory this afternoon at M&T Bank Stadium in front of a record-breaking home crowd for D.C. United of 72,026 fans.

Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea quality for FA Cup quarters

IANS | March 8, 2026 9:22 AM

London, March 8 (IANS) Premier League leader Arsenal had to work hard to qualify for the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, edging League One side Mansfield Town 2-1 away in a tight contest.

ISL 2025-26: Chennaiyin FC overcome rivals Kerala Blasters 1-0 for season’s first win

IANS | March 7, 2026 11:44 PM

Kochi, March 7 (IANS) Chennaiyin FC dished out a dominating performance to pocket full points against hosts Kerala Blasters with a solitary goal win in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Saturday.

IFL 2025-26: Lalruatsanga’s stoppage-time strike gives Chanmari FC three points against Sreenidi Deccan

IANS | March 7, 2026 11:35 PM

Aizawl, March 7 (IANS) Lalruatsanga’s dramatic stoppage-time strike proved decisive as Chanmari FC edged past Sreenidi Deccan FC 2-1 to register a victory in Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl on Saturday.

T20 WC: Nothing to worry about Varun's form, the rest are there to cover, says SKY ahead of final

IANS | March 7, 2026 10:51 PM

Ahmedabad, March 7 (IANS) As defending champion India get ready for a second successive final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, where they will face New Zealand, concerns are being raised over the recent poor performance of mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy, who conceded 1-64 in four overs in the semifinal against England.

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'India may be favourites, but that doesn't guarantee the trophy,' says NZ coach ahead of T20 WC final

T20 WC: Dhoni arrives in Ahmedabad ahead of IND-NZ summit clash

T20 WC: Weather and pitch conditions for India-New Zealand final

'Team India will lift trophy': Fans excited for T20 World Cup final showdown

La Liga: Lamine Yamal gives Barcelona vital win

MLS: Messi scores as Inter Miami CF beat D.C. United 1-2

Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea quality for FA Cup quarters

ISL 2025-26: Chennaiyin FC overcome rivals Kerala Blasters 1-0 for season’s first win

IFL 2025-26: Lalruatsanga’s stoppage-time strike gives Chanmari FC three points against Sreenidi Deccan

T20 WC: Nothing to worry about Varun's form, the rest are there to cover, says SKY ahead of final

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