‘We played with all our heart’: Kishan, Abhishek reflect on India’s T20 World Cup triumph

IANS | March 9, 2026 4:52 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) India players Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma reflected on their side’s historic triumph in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, with the duo recalling the team’s resilience and unity after lifting the trophy following a commanding win over New Zealand in the final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

T20 WC: 'He told me to be ready before Zimbabwe game…' Samson reveals Gambhir’s words that ignited his comeback

IANS | March 9, 2026 2:07 PM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson said his comeback midway through the victorious 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup was sparked by words from head coach Gautam Gambhir, who told him to be ready for playing the Super Eights clash against Zimbabwe.

India's World Cup triumphs and the curious case of Kerala connection

IANS | March 9, 2026 12:19 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 9 (IANS) Cricket is a game rich in statistics, folklore and superstition. Over the years, fans have delighted in spotting patterns that seem too curious to ignore. One such enduring cricketing quirk has quietly taken root in Indian cricket: whenever India wins a men’s World Cup, there is always a Malayalee presence in the squad.

T20 WC: Abhishek reveals he batted with Shivam Dube’s bat, says 'felt like trying something different'

IANS | March 9, 2026 11:59 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) India's left-handed opener Abhishek Sharma credited teammate Shivam Dube for helping him rediscover his form in the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup final, revealing that he used the all-rounder bat during his blistering knock of 52 off 21 balls that set up India’s emphatic 96-run triumph over New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

T20 WC: Gambhir says comparing Samson and Yuvraj ‘unfair,’ lauds keeper’s ‘courage and character’

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:51 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) Head coach Gautam Gambhir heaped praise on Sanju Samson for his match-winning exploits in India’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup victory, calling his resilience and performance ‘special’ and highlighting the character the wicketkeeper-batter displayed under pressure.

T20 WC: ‘Can’t cheat the man in the mirror', Suryakumar on importance of being true oneself

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:33 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) Following India’s record-breaking third ICC Men's T20 World Cup win, captain Suryakumar Yadav reflected on the importance of mental resilience, team understanding, and off-field preparation in building a championship-winning culture and highlighted that the most important is to be true to oneself.

T20 WC: Dhoni hails India’s historic triumph, lauds Gambhir’s efforts, calls Bumrah ‘champion bowler’

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:14 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) Former India captain MS Dhoni congratulated the Indian team after their historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, saying it was a “pleasure” to watch the side create history with their dominant performance in the final against New Zealand.

‘I don't believe in inheriting anything, I believe in creating something on your own': Gambhir

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:03 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) India head coach Gautam Gambhir said his focus was never on simply inheriting a successful side but on building a new identity for the team through fearless and attacking cricket after India scripted history, becoming the first team to defend the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title.

Gambhir shuns spotlight, credits T20 WC Triumph to Dravid, Laxman, Agarkar

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:51 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) India’s triumphant campaign at the Men’s T20 World Cup came with heartfelt acknowledgements from head coach Gautam Gambhir, who dedicated the historic victory to former head coach Rahul Dravid, from whom he took the baton, VVS Laxman, the head of the BCCI Center of Excellence (CoE), and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, stating that the win would not have been possible without their efforts of shaping the team.

T20 WC: ‘Next goal is Olympic gold and 2028 World Cup,’ says Suryakumar after India’s record third title

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:38 AM

Ahmedabad, March 9 (IANS) India captain Suryakumar Yadav described the past month as ‘a wonderful journey’ following India’s emphatic victory over New Zealand on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium to win the ICC Men's T20 World Cup at home and set gold at LA 2028 Olympic his next target.

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‘We played with all our heart’: Kishan, Abhishek reflect on India’s T20 World Cup triumph

T20 WC: 'He told me to be ready before Zimbabwe game…' Samson reveals Gambhir’s words that ignited his comeback

India's World Cup triumphs and the curious case of Kerala connection

T20 WC: Abhishek reveals he batted with Shivam Dube’s bat, says 'felt like trying something different'

T20 WC: Gambhir says comparing Samson and Yuvraj ‘unfair,’ lauds keeper’s ‘courage and character’

T20 WC: ‘Can’t cheat the man in the mirror', Suryakumar on importance of being true oneself

T20 WC: Dhoni hails India’s historic triumph, lauds Gambhir’s efforts, calls Bumrah ‘champion bowler’

‘I don't believe in inheriting anything, I believe in creating something on your own': Gambhir

Gambhir shuns spotlight, credits T20 WC Triumph to Dravid, Laxman, Agarkar

T20 WC: ‘Next goal is Olympic gold and 2028 World Cup,’ says Suryakumar after India’s record third title

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