Women’s T20 WC: India seek complete performance vs Bangladesh as semi-final race intensifies (Preview)

IANS | June 24, 2026 4:00 PM

Manchester, June 24 (IANS) India's path to the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals remains firmly in their own hands, but Thursday's meeting with Bangladesh offers little room for complacency. With the tournament entering a decisive phase, Harmanpreet Kaur's side must find answers to growing concerns that have surfaced despite occupying a strong position in Group A.

'He will get full freedom from my side': Patel on Pant's Delhi Capitals return

IANS | June 24, 2026 3:41 PM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Captain Axar Patel has expressed joy at the announcement of senior wicketkeeper batter and his friend Rishabh Pant returning to the Delhi Capitals franchise ahead of IPL 2027 and also assured that the Indian star will get full freedom from his side to perform without pressure.

Women's T20 WC: Harman should stop thinking about fallen wickets, says Shikha Pandey

IANS | June 24, 2026 3:12 PM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) India captain Harmanpreet Kaur needs to stop worrying about rebuilding innings after wickets fall and instead focus on playing her natural attacking game, according to former India pacer Shikha Pandey, as the Women in Blue prepare for a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Bangladesh.

Ex-New Zealand pacer Bob Blair passes away on 94th birthday

IANS | June 24, 2026 2:02 PM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Former New Zealand fast bowler Bob Blair, whose courage in the aftermath of the Tangiwai rail disaster became one of cricket’s most enduring stories, has passed away in England on his 94th birthday.