Headingley, June 17 (IANS) Momentum, confidence, and valuable points will all be at stake when West Indies take on Scotland in one of the standout fixtures of the Group B schedule of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Having negotiated their opening assignments successfully, both teams now have the chance to take a significant step towards the knockout phase.
Leeds, June 17 (IANS) Captain Nigar Sultana waged a lone battle with a patient 27, but Bangladesh struggled throughout their innings as a disciplined Australian bowling attack held them to a paltry 77/8 in 20 overs in Match 9 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley on Wednesday.
Headingley, June 17 (IANS) An opportunity to seize control of Group B awaits West Indies and Scotland as the two unbeaten sides meet in an ICC Women’s T20 World Cup contest that could have a major bearing on the race for the semi-finals. With both teams beginning their campaigns on a winning note, another victory would significantly strengthen their position before the business end of the group stage.
Atlanta, June 17 (IANS) The pressure is already mounting on both Czechia and South Africa ahead of their second Group A fixture, with neither side able to afford another setback after disappointing starts to their World Cup campaigns. As things stand, Thursday's showdown at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium could prove decisive in determining which nation remains in the hunt for a place in the knockout rounds.
Leeds, June 17 (IANS) Australia have been dealt a big blow amid the ongoing Women's T20 World Cup 2026, as their in-form batter Phoebe Litchfield is set to miss the next three games after injuring her quad while batting against South Africa.
Madrid, June 17 (IANS) Real Madrid have completed the signing of Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract with Manchester City, ending a glittering nine-year spell at the Premier League club.
Dubai, June 17 (IANS)Bangladesh’s impressive ODI series victory over Australia has been reflected in the latest ICC rankings, with pacers Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed emerging as some of the biggest movers.
Mexico City, June 17 (IANS) Colombia will begin their World Cup campaign as clear favourites, but they cannot afford to overlook an Uzbekistan side eager to make history in their first appearance on football's biggest stage when the two sides face off at the Mexico City Stadium.
Leeds, June 17 (IANS) Australia won the toss and elected to bowl first against Bangladesh in the 9th match of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 at Headingley on Wednesday. Australia have been dealt a blow as Ashleigh Gardner is out of the match due to injury, while Phoebe Litchfield is also missing the match due to a quad injury.
Toronto, June 17 (IANS) Ghana and Panama face off in what promises to be a pivotal opening Group L contest, with both nations viewing this fixture as a golden opportunity to strengthen their hopes of reaching the knockout rounds. With England and Croatia expected to dominate the group, avoiding defeat here could prove crucial.
