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T20 WC: 'Losing so many wickets in Power-play cost us,' says Shai Hope after loss against South Africa

IANS | February 26, 2026 7:41 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 26 (IANS) West Indies skipper Shai Hope has admitted that losing four wickets in the Power-play while batting first turned out to be a crucial moment in their staggering nine-wicket defeat to South Africa in the Super 8s clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

ISL 2025-26: Bengaluru FC brace for tactical battle as Punjab FC seek away redemption

IANS | February 26, 2026 7:25 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 26 (IANS) The floodlights at Sree Kanteerava Stadium are prepared to illuminate this Friday as former champions Bengaluru FC host Punjab FC in an important match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season.

T20 WC: Mark’Ram’ builds India’s ‘Setu’ of hope with win over West Indies!

Chetan Sharma | February 26, 2026 7:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) In a twist few Indian fans would have expected, South Africa captain Aiden Markram ended up playing a key role in keeping India's hopes alive in the semifinal race at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

T20 WC: India include Axar, Samson as Zimbabwe elect to bowl first, Maposa replaces Cremer

IANS | February 26, 2026 6:57 PM

Chennai, Feb 26 (IANS) India have included spin-bowling all-rounder Axar Patel and wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson in the playing eleven as Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bowl first in a crucial Super Eights clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Thursday.

T20 WC: Markram leads from front as South Africa beat West Indies by nine wickets in Super 8s clash

IANS | February 26, 2026 6:45 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 26 (IANS) Skipper Aiden Markram led from the front with an unbeaten 82 as South Africa chased down a challenging target of 177 runs in just 16.1 overs for the loss of only one wicket and secured a nine-wicket win over the West Indies in their second match in Super 8s stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Ranji Trophy final: Mayank’s defiant 130* takes Karnataka to 220/5 at stumps against J&K on Day 3

IANS | February 26, 2026 6:15 PM

Hubli (Karnataka), Feb 26 (IANS) Opening batter Mayank Agarwal produced a magnificent rearguard century to anchor Karnataka’s resistance, but Jammu and Kashmir retained firm control on the proceedings at stumps on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy final at the Hubli Cricket Cround, the home side closing at 220/5 in response to the visitors’ imposing first-innings total of 584.

CM Vishnu Deo Sai and Kapil Dev discuss vision for international golf infrastructure in Chhattisgarh

IANS | February 26, 2026 5:47 PM

Raipur, Feb 26 (IANS) In a significant step towards expanding India's golf ecosystem and strengthening sports-led tourism development, Padma Bhushan Kapil Dev, President of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), held discussions with Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Vishnu Deo Sai on the future growth of golf infrastructure in the state.

‘She is fit and fine’: Deepti confirms skipper Harmanpreet’s availability for 2nd ODI

IANS | February 26, 2026 5:15 PM

Hobart, Feb 26 (IANS) India all-rounder Deepti Sharma has all but confirmed the availability of captain Harmanpreet Kaur for the second ODI against Australia, offering reassurance after the skipper’s knee scare in the series opener.

T20 WC: Holder, Shepherd lead fightback as Windies post 176/8 against SA

IANS | February 26, 2026 5:00 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 26 (IANS) Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd carried the team to make a strong comeback from a disastrous start as West Indies posted 176/8 in 20 overs against South Africa in their second Super 8s match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 here at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday.

Gardner backs Australia to build momentum in series after ‘perfect performance’ in 1st ODI

IANS | February 26, 2026 4:16 PM

Hobart, Feb 26 (IANS) Australia are aiming to carry forward the momentum from their dominant opening ODI win and regain control of the tightly contested multi-format series against India, with allrounder Ashleigh Gardner describing the previous outing as a near-flawless display.

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T20 WC: 'Losing so many wickets in Power-play cost us,' says Shai Hope after loss against South Africa

ISL 2025-26: Bengaluru FC brace for tactical battle as Punjab FC seek away redemption

T20 WC: Mark’Ram’ builds India’s ‘Setu’ of hope with win over West Indies!

T20 WC: India include Axar, Samson as Zimbabwe elect to bowl first, Maposa replaces Cremer

T20 WC: Markram leads from front as South Africa beat West Indies by nine wickets in Super 8s clash

Ranji Trophy final: Mayank’s defiant 130* takes Karnataka to 220/5 at stumps against J&K on Day 3

CM Vishnu Deo Sai and Kapil Dev discuss vision for international golf infrastructure in Chhattisgarh

‘She is fit and fine’: Deepti confirms skipper Harmanpreet’s availability for 2nd ODI

T20 WC: Holder, Shepherd lead fightback as Windies post 176/8 against SA

Gardner backs Australia to build momentum in series after ‘perfect performance’ in 1st ODI

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