ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021/22
T20 has gone too far in the direction of entertainment
When bowlers are reduced to deliberately bowling wide and wickets come off batters' errors, you know the balance isn't right
April 19, 2024
Matthew Wade played T20 World Cup final with a torn side
Wicketkeeper revealed he suffered the injury at training the day before and didn't want to know the result of his scan
April 17, 2024
Aaron Finch keen to lead Australia's T20 title defence at home
He's also keen to lead Australia at 2023 50-over World Cup despite revealing his surgically repaired knee flared up again in the recent tournament
April 10, 2024
Graham Ford resigns as Ireland head coach ahead of USA, West Indies tours
Cricket Ireland high-performance director says Ford wanted to put "his mental health, physical health and family first at this time"
April 19, 2024
Warner on blistering World Cup after poor IPL: 'If you keep working hard, you will always have a second chance'
"I was batting extremely well in the nets, and it was only a matter of time before it all started to work out"
April 18, 2024
Seven host cities announced for 2022 T20 World Cup, MCG to host final
Adelaide Oval to host a global semi-final for the first time, alongside the SCG
April 16, 2024
Stats - Luck of the toss, spin to win, and the slowest men's T20 World Cup
All the numbers - at once interesting and intriguing - from the T20 World Cup 2021
April 12, 2024
David Warner links Australia to the great sides of the past
This is a more touchy-feely version of the old gnarled champions, but among them is a match-winner every bit as bullish as the old macho men
April 19, 2024
Stead admits NZ are facing a 'tough and challenging' schedule
Team will begin their tour of India with a three-match T20I series in Jaipur, just three days after losing the T20 WC final
April 20, 2024
Talent over planning: how Josh Hazlewood became a T20 star
At one stage in his career, the fast bowler played just three T20 matches in more than 2000 days
April 18, 2024
Kane Williamson: Australia 'got momentum and it never changed'
Kane Williamson praised his bowlers for their performance over the tournament despite a tough night in the final
April 12, 2024
Kane Williamson produces a masterclass but history repeats itself for New Zealand
The captain overcame a slow start to take down Mitchell Starc but the prize eluded him
April 18, 2024
Toss played 'a big part', admits Aaron Finch, but so did Australia aggression
Australia emulate West Indies in lifting trophy having not won batting first
April 18, 2024
Stats - A record chase, and a maiden T20 title for Australia men
All the stats and records from the 2021 T20 World Cup final between Australia and New Zealand
April 12, 2024
Mitchell Marsh proves his doubters wrong
Allrounder bounces back from being dropped after two games for unlikely starring role at No. 3
April 12, 2024
'I can't wait to keep playing with this team' - Stoinis, Langer, Maxwell, Cummins and others reflect on Australia's win
The Australian players reflect on their title win and what it means to them
April 20, 2024
Marsh, Warner muscle Australia to T20 World Cup glory
Williamson's brilliant 85 in vain as New Zealand lose second straight global limited-overs final
April 19, 2024
How much did the Kane Williamson drop cost Australia?
Williamson's innings would have ended on 21 off 22 balls; he went on to score 85 off 48 balls
April 19, 2024
Tactics Board: What total to aim for, the importance of Ish Sodhi, and who will target Adam Zampa?
A look at where the final between Australia and New Zealand could be won or lost
April 18, 2024
'Underestimated' Adam Zampa could be key in middle overs of T20 World Cup final
"I know my role and I thrive off those challenges. Spin bowling in the middle is something I really enjoy"
April 12, 2024
Stats, trivia and trends: on winning tosses, and winning titles at the Men's T20 World Cup
How skewed are the numbers in favour of win-toss-and-bowl this tournament? What about the old adage of "runs on the board in pressure games"?
April 19, 2024
Fantasy XI: Expect Warner, Starc to shine in Men's T20 World Cup final
Fantasy tips for the Men's T20 World Cup final between Australia and New Zealand
April 18, 2024
Data-defying Australia 40 overs away from elusive T20 glory
Australia might not rely heavily on data but they have excellent cricketers and plenty of self belief, and on the big night in cricket's most volatile format that can be enough
April 20, 2024
Williamson confirms Seifert coming in as New Zealand eye double
Team treating it as just another game to win, says captain
April 08, 2024
Australia's batting versus New Zealand's bowling key in contest of evenly matched teams
Dew was not a big factor in the Dubai semi-final, but both captains will still be hoping to chase
April 11, 2024
Marcus Stoinis' 'scar tissue' helps transformation look real
He has taken on a new role at this World Cup and been a vital part of Australia's success
April 17, 2024
'Keep adapting, keep learning, keep enjoying it' - how Southee transformed his T20 game
New Zealand pacer talks about his method, and what's made him successful at the T20 World Cup
April 12, 2024
Old Scarborough friends Mitchell and Stoinis to take field as international foes
Much like they were in their respective T20 World Cup semi-finals, school-mates Mitchell and Stoinis were the heroes for Scarborough back in 2009
April 18, 2024
Coach Gary Stead lauds New Zealand's 'never-say-die attitude' during semi-final win against England
He also says that it's likely Tim Seifert will come in place of Devon Conway for the final
April 18, 2024
Neesham: 'You don't come halfway across the world just to win a semi-final'
"There's one game to go and I'm sure there will be a bigger outpouring of emotion if we manage to get across the line."
April 15, 2024
Rizwan 'spent two nights in ICU' before T20 World Cup semi-final
Pakistan's team doctor has revealed that Rizwan developed a "severe chest infection" on November 9
April 19, 2024
Wade: Stoinis' innings the turning point
Wicketkeeper believes Marcus Stoinis' composure under pressure was the key to the pair finishing off Pakistan
April 18, 2024
Luck Index - Hasan Ali's drop costs Pakistan 15 priceless runs
Removal of set batter, with lesser hitters to come, could have made the difference
April 17, 2024
Babar Azam pinpoints crucial dropped catch as Pakistan rue their missed opportunity
Hasan Ali's spill in the deep off Matthew Wade turns tight contest on its head
April 17, 2024
Wade, Stoinis tee off at the close to put Australia in final
Heartbreak for Pakistan as pair put on 81 off 40 for the sixth wicket
April 17, 2024
Eoin Morgan will make decision on his future himself, says Chris Silverwood
"I think he brings so much more than just the batting" - England coach says of white-ball captain
April 17, 2024
Mohammad Rizwan and Shoaib Malik passed fit to play semi-final against Australia
The two had missed training on Wednesday after coming down with "light flu and low fever"
April 19, 2024
Nerveless Neesham finally gets his moment
Allrounder carries New Zealand to victory after years of near-misses and heartbreak
April 14, 2024
New Zealand always believed - Daryl Mitchell
Match-winner praises Neesham for playing 'a hell of a knock'
April 10, 2024
Daryl Mitchell, a name to remember
How the "accidental opener" lead New Zealand into their first T20 World Cup final
April 20, 2024
Eoin Morgan remains determined to stay on as England captain
Despite lean run with the bat and semi-final exit, skipper wants to lead side at next year's T20 World Cup
April 18, 2024
Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham pull off heist as New Zealand storm into final
With 57 needed in the last four overs and the chase seemingly dead, New Zealand won with an over to spare
April 09, 2024
Rizwan, Malik miss Pakistan's training on Wednesday with mild flu
Both players were tested for Covid-19 and they tested negative
April 18, 2024
Fantasy XI: Babar and Warner should fire in the crucial game
Fantasy tips for the men's T20 World Cup semi-final between Australia and Pakistan
April 17, 2024
Aiden Markram reaches career-best No. 3 in T20I batting rankings
van der Dussen also breaks into top 10; Zampa and Hazlewood move up in bowling charts
April 17, 2024
Old nemesis Australia stand between Pakistan and a world final
Unbeaten in the format since 2015 in UAE, Pakistan run into another bogey team at ICC events
April 17, 2024
Fakhar out of form? Batting coach Hayden doesn't think so
He expects Fakhar to come out trumps in his potential match-up against in-form Zampa
April 17, 2024
Matthew Hayden hails late Dean Jones' 'beautiful' impact on Pakistan cricket
"He's left a legacy within this team which will last not only this generation but generations to come."
April 17, 2024
Fantasy XI: Back Buttler and Williamson for the big game
Fantasy tips for the men's T20 World Cup match between England and New Zealand
April 08, 2024
Aaron Finch: 'We came here with a clear plan to win the T20 World Cup'
Australia captain also believes their T20 game has been left in a much healthier position
April 08, 2024
England ponder extra bowler as Eoin Morgan weighs up Jason Roy replacement
Decision will be based on Abu Dhabi conditions as new opening combo prepares to step up
April 17, 2024
England face test of depth against New Zealand's quiet efficiency
Their tied ODI World Cup final is history now, but it's history that could intrude on both teams' thoughts
April 17, 2024
Williamson wary of England's depth despite Roy, Mills absence
Hails senior bowlers Trent Boult and Tim Southee for their adjustments in the UAE
April 19, 2024
Temba Bavuma calls for 'collective' decision on taking the knee
"As a South African cricket side, we have been put under immense pressure around this whole topic"
April 18, 2024
Glenn Maxwell: 'I'm still in that headspace where I was during IPL'
So far, Maxwell has scores of 18, 5, 6, and two 0 not outs in the World Cup but he is "not fazed by lack of time in the middle"
April 19, 2024
Gary Stead insists ghosts of 2019 won't haunt New Zealand
"Haven't heard anything spoken about it, I'm not sure anything from that game will come into it."
April 17, 2024
Ravi Shastri signs off as India head coach an 'emotional, but a very proud man'
Out-going mentor labels his side "one of the great cricket teams in the history of the game"
April 17, 2024
Rohit 'ready in the wings' to take over India T20I captaincy
Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri tip the multiple-time IPL winner to take the reigns as they sign off
April 18, 2024
Spinners and openers help India sign off with big win in Kohli's last game as T20I captain
Rohit sealed a small chase with a fifty, after Jadeja and Ashwin took three wickets apiece
April 20, 2024
BCB appoints 'fact-finding' committee to review Bangladesh's T20 World Cup performance
Two-member panel expected to speak to squad members, coaching staff, board officials, and even members of the media
April 17, 2024
Roy ruled out of T20 World Cup; Vince named replacement
Scans on Sunday confirmed he would be unable to recover for the knockout stages
April 17, 2024
Australia saved their tournament, now they need to define it
They bounced back impressively from the England drubbing, helped by reverting to their initial balance of team
April 17, 2024
Bharat Arun: 'We can afford to field different teams for different formats'
India's outgoing bowling coach looks back at his stint
April 17, 2024
Coetzer calls for 'bold and brave' moves to push Cricket Scotland forward
Captain wants his side to build on experience for next T20 World Cup
April 11, 2024
Cool-headed Shoaib Malik shows how he fits into this Pakistan side
Veteran took on Scotland's spinners and ended a 12-year run without a fifty at a world tournament
April 17, 2024
Dominant Pakistan end group stage with all-win record
Babar Azam's 66 and Shoaib Malik's unbeaten 54 set the stage for 72-run victory
April 20, 2024
Fantasy XI: KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami should sparkle again
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between India and Namibia
April 18, 2024
Adam Milne stands tall in Lockie Ferguson's absence
Often unlucky to miss out in the past, the fast bowler has made the most of his opportunities in UAE
April 11, 2024
Namibia coach de Bruyn: 'We have won a lot of hearts'
Namibia coach also thanks the bigger teams for making them feel like they belonged on the big stage
April 08, 2024
India look to end Kohli-Shastri era on a high with semis out of reach
Namibia will also be hoping to sign off with a famous win, having already made waves at this T20 World Cup
April 19, 2024
Mohan Singh, chief curator of Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, passes away
Abu Dhabi cricket said he had been with them for 15 years and had played a pivotal role in their success
April 19, 2024
All-star New Zealand knock out Afghanistan and India
Southee-Boult strike with the ball, Williamson-Conway see the chase through as New Zealand enter semifinals
April 12, 2024
B Arun: Toss has been an 'undue advantage' at T20 World Cup
Bowling coach also thinks a small break after the 2021 IPL might have helped refresh a team that has been on the road for six months
April 14, 2024
Langer admits in-form Australia will need 'nerves of steel' to ace chases in knockouts
Head coach says the extra batter in the side allows them to "back ourselves to chase anything"
April 19, 2024
Ish Sodhi 2.0: How a horror series against England turned the legspinner's career around
The New Zealand leggie on advice from Mitchell Santner, his match-winning spell against India, and his friendship with Rashid Khan
April 18, 2024
Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram seize chance, despite South Africa missing theirs
Performance of middle-order pair adds to sense of strong foundations for 2022 tournament
April 17, 2024
It's net curtains for South Africa as Mark Boucher rues run-rate exit
Sluggish chase against Bangladesh proves costly, but Boucher proud of team's revival
April 19, 2024
Jason Roy doubtful for rest of T20 World Cup after calf injury against South Africa
James Vince, one of two travelling reserves in the squad, would be Roy's likely replacement
April 11, 2024
Bangladesh and Afghanistan assured of Super 12s spot in 2022, WI and SL to compete in first round
West Indies' defeat to Australia meant that they slipped to 10th in the T20I rankings, while Sri Lanka are ninth
April 17, 2024
Chris Gayle reveals he hasn't retired yet, hopes for farewell game in Jamaica
"I want to give thanks to actually be standing here today, aged 42 still going strong"
April 11, 2024
'Will continue playing franchise cricket till my body allows me' - Dwayne Bravo
The West Indies allrounder has indicated he would like to get into a coaching role in the future
April 08, 2024
Rassie van der Dussen, Kagiso Rabada seal bittersweet consolation win for South Africa
England lost Jason Roy to injury, and ended up falling short by just 10 runs
April 15, 2024
Safyaan Sharif: Getting Babar Azam or Mohammad Rizwan out would be a 'massive achievement'
The Scotland fast bowler on training alongside Ajmal, picking Hardik's brain, bowling to Williamson, and more
April 11, 2024
Chance for clinical Pakistan to iron out any kinks ahead of semi-final
Scotland, meanwhile, have endured a disappointing Super 12s journey and will want to close out in style
April 17, 2024
Explainer - What is net run rate, and how exactly do you go about improving it?
The battles for the top positions at the Men's T20 World Cup have brought NRRs repeatedly into focus. Here's all you need to know about it
April 18, 2024
NZ look to avoid Afghanistan upset as India subplot looms large
For New Zealand, a victory will send them through; Afghanistan are in with a chance too, but a win for them will likely favour India more
April 20, 2024
David Warner, Josh Hazlewood spoil Dwayne Bravo's farewell with convincing Australia win
The only thing between Australia and a semi-final spot now is a big win for South Africa over England later in the night
April 08, 2024
Is this the last time we see Chris Gayle for West Indies?
All signs pointed to this, as he walked off to special applause and hugs after scoring a nine-ball 15 against Australia at the Men's T20 World Cup
April 08, 2024
भारत के ख़िलाफ़ ये हार आंख खोलने जैसी है, जिससे हमें मदद मिलेगी : काइल कोटज़र
"पहले और अब में इस टीम में काफ़ी फ़र्क है, और मुझे इस बात का गर्व है कि मैं इसका हिस्सा हूं"
April 15, 2024
India spin the wheel but still need fortune to keep semi-final hopes alive
Trio of Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin and Varun Chakravarthy help blow Scotland away
April 19, 2024
Kyle Coetzer: 'Eye-opening' defeat will help Scotland improve
"I'm extremely proud of this group, where we've got to and where we are at the moment"
April 08, 2024
Stats - Bumrah becomes India's leading wicket-taker in T20Is, Rahul slams their second-fastest fifty
India also register their highest ever powerplay score in the format
April 13, 2024
Group 2 scenarios: India need Afghanistan to beat New Zealand
India have the advantage of playing the last Group 2 game, and will know the NRR calculations at play. But for that NZ need to first lose
April 19, 2024
Jadeja, Shami shine as India blow Scotland away for huge NRR boost
Rahul and Rohit killed the game off in a ridiculous hurry, helping chase down the target with 13.3 overs to spare
April 08, 2024
Four overs, 67 runs - Jimmy Neesham and Glenn Phillips provide death-overs clinic
Namibia's seamers bowl only two dots at the death as New Zealand pair capitalise
April 12, 2024
Namibia to 'play with freedom' against India as they close out eventful T20 World Cup campaign
Stephen Baard described Namibia's final game against India on Monday as "the big one"
April 09, 2024
Bavuma wants South Africa to add '5% more' for crucial England fixture
Bavuma also cognisant of SA's advantage of playing after Australia v West Indies
April 08, 2024
Last chance for South Africa to stay alive as they come up against formidable England
To put themselves in a comfortable position, they need a big win against red-hot England - so they have a better NRR than Australia
April 08, 2024
Fantasy XI: Expect Nortje and Woakes to fire
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and West Indies
April 13, 2024
Fantasy XI: Back Australia openers to fire against West Indies
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and West Indies
April 19, 2024
Phillips and Neesham set up crushing New Zealand win with death-overs bash
Win takes New Zealand to No. 2 on the Group 2 table, but they aren't assured of a semi-final spot yet
April 20, 2024
Australia have semi-finals in sight but will there be a twist?
West Indies are eliminated but could still cause problems for the contenders - South Africa will certainly hope they do
April 18, 2024
Wanindu Hasaranga 'a superstar in the making' - Dasun Shanaka
Captain also points to success of Charith Asalanka and Pathum Nissanka with the bat
April 14, 2024
End of an era as West Indies' greatest hits fall flat
The awesome foursome of Gayle, Bravo, Russell and Pollard couldn't prevent their title defence from flopping
April 18, 2024
Dwayne Bravo confirms international retirement after West Indies exit
Allrounder says "the time has come" after defending champions miss out on semi-final spot
April 09, 2024
Kieron Pollard: 'I have no intentions of not playing international cricket'
West Indies captain keen to continue despite struggling during failed title defence
April 08, 2024
Group 1 scenarios: Australia frontrunners for second spot
South Africa play the second game on Saturday and will know what they need to qualify
April 09, 2024
Mark Wood set to replace injured Tymal Mills against South Africa
Wood comes through training unscathed after ankle issue has kept him out of tournament
April 11, 2024
Sri Lanka knock out West Indies with sharp all-round display
Asalanka, Nissanka fifties trump Hetmyer's unbeaten 81 in high-scoring clash
April 08, 2024
Mahmudullah: Captaincy future not in my hands
Bangaldesh skipper admits shortcomings, but has no plans to step down
April 10, 2024
Zampa reveals Australia 'wanted to be aggressive early'
"Once we bowled them out for 73, we did have a conversation about getting the runs before the end of the eighth over."
April 10, 2024
Resurgent India must win big against undaunted Scotland, and then hope for the best
Scotland can't qualify, but a statement against a top side won't do any harm to their reputation
April 18, 2024
New Zealand must find way around Namibia's banana skin as race to the semi-finals heats up
With India shaping up to make a late charge and a demanding itinerary of their own, New Zealand have plenty to be wary of
April 20, 2024
Fantasy XI: Get Rahul and Shami to lead your team
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between India and Scotland
April 19, 2024
Fantasy XI: Mitchell and Guptill the batters to back
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Namibia and New Zealand
April 19, 2024
Zampa five-for and aggressive batting give Australia massive NRR boost in big win over Bangladesh
Australia's 82-ball win is the biggest T20I victory between two full-member teams in terms of balls remaining
April 10, 2024
Ashwin: 'It's easy to lose hope and motivation, but that's something I will not do'
Offspinner has "evolved as a T20 bowler" since 2017, but feels that "the perception of finger spin needs to change"
April 10, 2024
Mashrafe: Bangladesh 'succumbed' to BCB criticism at T20 World Cup; board should learn from BCCI
Former captain also says coach Russell Domingo "should be held accountable" for the team's elimination in the Super 12s
April 12, 2024
Early flurry of wickets put Afghanistan under pressure - Rashid Khan
Need to protect net run-rate became key ahead of clash with New Zealand
April 19, 2024
Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, the club Clark Kents turn Supermen for their country
IPL anchors become power players, trading cagey dabs and dinks for unfettered swishes and hoicks
April 19, 2024
Group 2 Scenarios: India stay in the hunt with big win over Afghanistan
New Zealand still on course but India could pounce if they slip up
April 08, 2024
As it happened - Afghanistan vs India, Men's T20 World Cup, Super 12s
Get your dose of analysis, statistics and colour on ESPNcricinfo's Live Report
April 10, 2024
Stats - Rohit Sharma-KL Rahul's reassurance at top and Rishabh Pant-Hardik Pandya's record finish
All the stats and records from India's first win at the men's T20 World Cup 2021.
April 08, 2024
Dawid Malan: 'It is totally different bounce to what you're used to' in Sharjah
"If we play in the semi-final on a wicket that maybe is not a 180 wicket, then it is a good learning curve for us"
April 08, 2024
Batters fire India to massive victory, and NRR boost, in must-win game
Rohit and Rahul's 140-run opening stand sets tone as India's NRR goes into the positives
April 08, 2024
Umpire Michael Gough not to officiate in any more T20 World Cup matches
ICC "recognises the extended periods he has spent in bio-secure conditions over the past two years"
April 19, 2024
Can Sri Lanka quash West Indies' semi-final hopes?
West Indies still have a slim chance if they win this match but Sri Lanka will look to finish their campaign on a high
April 18, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on in-form Hasaranga and Holder to come good
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and Bangladesh
April 20, 2024
Fantasy XI: David Warner and Mitchell Starc should make merry
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and Bangladesh
April 18, 2024
Martin Guptill feels the heat as New Zealand are made to sweat by Scotland
Important 93 proves enough to keep Kiwis on course for semi-finals despite tough conditions
April 10, 2024
Miserly Mark Watt lights up the grubby art of left-arm fingerspin
Unglamorous left-armer completes another frugal spell as Scotland fight hard against NZ
April 10, 2024
Arthur on Sri Lanka's future: To strive for consistency 'in everything that we do'
Head coach rues 'missed opportunities' at the T20 World Cup; reserves special praise for Hasaranga
April 19, 2024
T20 World Cup: Reece Topley replaces injured Tymal Mills in England squad
Mills' tournament comes to a premature end after he picked up a right thigh strain
April 19, 2024
Tymal Mills ruled out of T20 World Cup with thigh strain
Cruel blow for left-arm quick as Reece Topley steps into England squad
April 12, 2024
Guptill brilliance helps New Zealand see off steely Scotland
Opener's 93 sets up big batting finish; Scotland chase fizzles after brief dominance
April 13, 2024
T20I rankings: Wanindu Hasaranga claims top spot, Babar Azam returns to No. 1 position
Buttler, Sodhi, Jordan and Finch among the other big movers after good turns at the T20 World Cup
April 19, 2024
Australia's T20 credentials and tournament hopes on a knife-edge
Their first task is to beat Bangladesh who had the better of the recent series but are out of the World Cup
April 08, 2024
'He's come a long way' - Hamid Hassan's still got it, and he isn't giving it away
It has been a tough road back, and the 34-year-old marked it in style with figures of 3 for 9 against Namibia
April 08, 2024
Morgan: 'You always have to believe because if you don't, nobody else will'
England captain "absolutely delighted" after defending 163 against Sri Lanka
April 17, 2024
Babar, Rizwan fifties secure Pakistan's semi-final spot
Pakistan ticked several boxes as they wrapped up a fourth win in four games at the T20 World Cup
April 19, 2024
Fantasy XI: Quicks like Jasprit Bumrah and Naveen-ul-Haq should do well
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Afghanistan and India
April 17, 2024
Fantasy XI: Guptill and Sodhi should have a good time against Scotland
Fantasy tips for the men's T20 World Cup match between New Zealand and Scotland
April 17, 2024
Meek Bangladesh leaving yet another World Cup with a whimper
"We had great expectations, but we couldn't play up to those. All the criticism is quite natural," admits Taskin Ahmed
April 13, 2024
Rabada returns to form but SA batting still a concern
South Africa appear on course for a semi-final spot, even though they seem to be a team filled with top-order players
April 09, 2024
Group 1 scenarios: South Africa strong contenders to join England in semi-finals
Australia very much in the fray but their NRR is against them, while West Indies have left themselves a mountain to climb
April 18, 2024
Spin challenge awaits Scotland against favourites New Zealand
As they come up against a confident New Zealand, Scotland have an opportunity to garner eyeballs
April 19, 2024
Sharafuddin Ashraf to replace Asghar Afghan in Afghanistan T20 World Cup squad
The event technical committee approved the replacement following concerns over Asghar's mental wellbeing
April 18, 2024
Umpire Michael Gough serves six-day suspension for bubble breach
He has returned two negative tests since, and will be tested one final time today, November 2
April 19, 2024
Rabada, Nortje set up SA's rout of Bangladesh
Both seamers collected career-best figures to help bowl Bangladesh out for 84, and South Africa aced the chase inside 14 overs
April 17, 2024
As it happened - Namibia vs Pakistan, Men's T20 World Cup, Super 12s
Get your dose of analysis, statistics and colour on ESPNcricinfo's Live Report
April 17, 2024
Rathour: India opened with Ishan Kishan as 'we didn't want too many left-handers in late middle order'
"It was the whole management who sits together and takes this call and of course, Rohit is part of that group"
April 17, 2024
India clinging to the slimmest hope to survive at T20 World Cup
They need to ace the Afghanistan spin test if they are to keep themselves alive in the tournament
April 17, 2024
Vikram Rathour reapplies for role as India batting coach
"If I get that job, there'll be a lot of work to be done. We will take it as it goes."
April 17, 2024
Tymal Mills' T20 World Cup in doubt after quadriceps injury
His absence would leave England short on death-bowling options; any of Curran, Wood and Willey could replace Mills
April 17, 2024
Australia expect 'trial by spin' against Bangladesh as semi-final hopes hangs in balance
Assistant coach McDonald says 4-1 loss in Bangladesh is fresh in the mind but hopes experience will put them in good stead
April 08, 2024
Mahela Jayawardene: 'Rohit Sharma should have opened against New Zealand'
Says India's last-minute rejig of their batting order may have done them more harm than good
April 08, 2024
Group 1 scenarios - England close on top spot, Sri Lanka need results to go their way
Net run rate could play a part with Australia and South Africa best placed
April 08, 2024
England show adaptability to all but seal semi-finals berth
They become only the third team to defend a total in the Super 12s stage of this World Cup
April 08, 2024
Jos Buttler lays claim to England's best T20 World Cup innings
Opener enjoys a near-perfect night with the bat and in the field as England defeat Sri Lanka
April 10, 2024
Stats - Jos Buttler joins Alex Hales and Heather Knight in elite England lists
Plus, Wanindu Hasaranga slots into second place behind another Sri Lanka spinner on a coveted list
April 20, 2024
Fantastic Buttler ton makes it four out of four for England
Spot in semi-finals all but firmed up; Sri Lanka will need a near-miracle
April 17, 2024
Dwaine Pretorius relishing new role of death-overs specialist
With five different bowling variations in his arsenal, Pretorius has become his captain's go-to slog-overs bowler
April 09, 2024
Namibia hope to catch high-flying Pakistan off-guard
With a spot in the semi-finals virtually guaranteed, Pakistan might choose to test their bench strength
April 19, 2024
Coach Domingo to Bangladesh: Put aside obsession with winning and focus on the process
"Everybody is trying to win every single game but when you are focused only on that, you lose track of the things you need to do to get that win"
April 18, 2024
Fantasy XI: Babar Azam for captain, Shaheen Shah Afridi for vice-captain
Fantasy picks for the T20 World Cup game between Pakistan and Namibia
April 13, 2024
Fantasy XI: Quinton de Kock for captain, Anrich Nortje for vice-captain
Fantasy picks for the T20 World Cup game between South Africa and Bangladesh
April 15, 2024
South Africa look to keep momentum going against hapless Bangladesh
Without Shakib, Bangladesh look weaker but will hope their other senior players step up
April 08, 2024
T20 World Cup trends: toss of the coin, pace bowlers fight back and value of the six
Each of the venues has brought a different aspect to the game
April 10, 2024
'Learning the art of spin is pretty cool' - Liam Livingstone's spin evolution paying dividends for England
Learning from Adil Rashid and Moeen Ali off the field and sharing spin duties with them on it has translated into a surplus of options at Eoin Morgan's disposal
April 10, 2024
Namibia looking forward to 'facing the heat' of Pakistan, New Zealand and India
Coach Pierre de Bruyn calls Afghanistan defeat an "icebreaker" after winning run comes to abrupt end
April 20, 2024
Tired, timid India fluff their lines again to leave World Cup hopes on the line
Confused strategy and selection hampers team that is currently less than the sum of its parts
April 08, 2024
Asghar Afghan does his bit in emotional farewell to lift Afghanistan towards new highs
He leaves Afghanistan cricket in safe hands on the field - Mohammad Nabi and Co showed as much in their clinical take down of Namibia
April 08, 2024
Half a season in the Blast, then blast-off for the lesser-searched Daryl Mitchell
New Zealander hadn't opened in T20Is before this week, now he's put India on the brink
April 17, 2024
'We don't play it safe' - Buttler, the confidence and the adrenaline, and bringing the hammer down
"Just keep imposing ourselves on the opposition is the way we've championed trying to play"
April 15, 2024
Virat Kohli: India were not 'brave enough with bat or ball' against New Zealand
"New Zealand had better intensity, better body language, and they created pressure on us from the first over onwards"
April 17, 2024
Group 2 scenarios: What do India, Afghanistan and New Zealand have to do to make the semi-finals?
After the loss to New Zealand, India's fate is out of their own hands, even if they win their three remaining games
April 08, 2024
Sodhi, Santner and Mitchell put India on the brink
India's campaign is now at risk of coming to an earlier than expected close
April 08, 2024
Hamstring injury puts Shakib out of remainder of T20 World Cup
Bangladesh allrounder ruled out until further review after picking up left lower hamstring strain
April 08, 2024
Sri Lanka face the tough task of stopping England's juggernaut
Sri Lanka have shown spark in this tournament but find themselves in a situation where, even if they win here, they will need favours from others to progress
April 12, 2024
Afghan bowlers deliver another massive win to stay second on table
Hamid Hassan finished with 3 for 9 and Naveen-ul-Haq took 3 for 26 to crush Namibia
April 11, 2024
Fantasy XI: Jason Roy for captain, Adil Rashid for vice-captain
Fantasy picks for the T20 World Cup game between England and Sri Lanka
April 19, 2024
Calling it like Kohli: When India needed their captain to stand up, he stood tall
Shami was not abused for having an off day but for being a Muslim - this needed to be said, and it was important that his superstar captain said it
April 10, 2024
'Genius' Jos Buttler proves his value as a T20 opener again in 'clinic of white-ball power hitting'
"When he comes off like today, it's very difficult to stop him," says captain Morgan after Buttler's 32-ball 71 against Australia
April 12, 2024
Albie Morkel: 'Cricket was a dying sport in Namibia, but people have started watching again'
The team's assistant coach on the significance of reaching the Super 12s, key players like Wiese, Smit and Erasmus, and much else
April 17, 2024
As it happened - Australia vs England, Men's T20 World Cup, Super 12s
Get your dose of analysis, stats and colour from the Super 12s on ESPNcricinfo's live blog
April 13, 2024
Group 1 qualification scenarios: England flying but not yet assured of semi-finals spot
Australia's poor NRR could put them in trouble if they don't win both their remaining games
April 14, 2024
Chris Woakes basks in honeymoon phase of his second T20I coming
Few would have expected him to be at the T20 World Cup, but he's shown he belongs
April 19, 2024
As it happened - South Africa vs Sri Lanka, Men's T20 World Cup, Super 12s
Get your dose of analysis, stats and colour from the Super 12s on ESPNcricinfo's live blog
April 11, 2024
South Africa are not perfect, but they are starting to get comfortable about it
Worryingly for South Africa, Miller has a hamstring niggle and Shamsi is nursing a groin strain, and there isn't much turnaround time
April 17, 2024
Aaron Finch: Australia facing 'must-wins' against Bangladesh, West Indies
Captain admits England "dominated us from the start" but remains confident in side's ability
April 08, 2024
Asghar Afghan to retire from all formats after T20 World Cup game against Namibia
If selected, he will finish with 75 T20I appearances, to go with six Tests and 114 ODIs
April 18, 2024
Woakes, Jordan and Buttler dismantle Australia to top group
England are on the brink of a semi-final spot at the T20 World Cup
April 08, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah to deliver
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between India and New Zealand
April 20, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman to deliver
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Afghanistan and Namibia
April 08, 2024
Bashar laments power-hitting woes as Bangladesh prepare to exit T20 World Cup
Selector calls for better pitches back home and looks forward to better performance in 2022
April 10, 2024
Craig Williams savouring decision to return for Namibia
Cricketer by day, quality surveyor by night - Williams enjoying life after overturning 2018 retirement
April 08, 2024
Six-happy Miller and Rabada finish the job after Shamsi's game-changing three-for
Pathum Nissanka's 58-ball 72 and Wanindu Hasaranga's hat-trick go in vain as Sri Lanka lose their second game
April 08, 2024
Shakib and Nurul in doubt for South Africa match
Both men are carrying injuries and will be assessed in the lead-up to the November 2 game
April 08, 2024
Namibia upbeat but Afghanistan's spinners will be a challenge
Associate nation will be keen to pull off another upset
April 08, 2024
India and New Zealand out to renew recent rivalry
Both teams have flaws that they need to fix to stay in the running for a semi-final spot
April 19, 2024
Kohli backs Shami after social media abuse: 'Attacking someone over religion is the most pathetic thing'
India captain calls the people who attacked Shami on social media 'spineless'
April 19, 2024
Boult: 'Hopefully I can mirror what Shaheen did to India the other night'
New Zealand seamer says "early wickets" will be the focus
April 08, 2024
Can Jonny Bairstow come to the four as England's Zampa zapper?
Prowess against legspin could prove critical in first big test of England's credentials
April 08, 2024
Impactful Adam Zampa turning it Australia's way when it matters
Australia haven't been picking Agar, with Zampa shouldering the burden of being the only spinner well
April 20, 2024
Crowd trouble mars Pakistan-Afghanistan clash as 'thousands' of ticketless fans attempt to force entry
ICC promise 'thorough investigation' after disturbances outside Dubai Stadium
April 08, 2024
Asif Ali thanks his believers as he comes good in green again
Faith shown by Islamabad pays off in Pakistan's hour of need
April 12, 2024
Asif Ali seals tricky deal for Pakistan with six spree
With 24 needed from 12 balls, Asif hit four sixes off Janat in the 19th over to win it
April 19, 2024
South Africa ready to welcome back de Kock after tough week
Keshav Maharaj says the team is now closer than ever after they aired out their differences over the taking of the knee
April 13, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on Aaron Finch and Adam Zampa
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and England
April 18, 2024
Fantasy XI: Aiden Markram and Anrich Nortje can fetch you points
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between South Africa and Sri Lanka
April 18, 2024
Mahmudullah calls Liton Das dismissal 'turning point', takes blame for defeat
Captain says Bangladesh "will try to win last two matches" as semi-final hopes fade
April 13, 2024
T20 World Cup exit prompts 'serious questions' of Ireland's operations
Review will focus on the quality of preparation, selection policies, coaching structures and the quality of the facilities available in Ireland
April 19, 2024
Pooran, Russell hand West Indies their first win; Bangladesh all but out of semis race
Russell helped West Indies defend 12 runs in the final over
April 08, 2024
South Africa look to re-focus against favourite opponents
Sri Lanka's batting is a concern, having already come apart at the hands of Shamsi, Maharaj and even Markram
April 08, 2024
Eoin Morgan: Australia clash will have no bearing 'whatsoever' on Ashes
Test and white-ball formats too far apart to land any psychological blows, says captain
April 11, 2024
England's dream start could be tested by improving Australia
Moeen and Rashid shape as a big threat in a match that could show where Australia stand
April 20, 2024
Adam Milne's 'roller-coaster ride' brings him into New Zealand's T20 World Cup plans
Quick raring to go during the best period of cricket he's had in a "long, long time"
April 15, 2024
Saqlain Mushtaq: 'If India makes it to the final with us, it would be a great thing'
Pakistan's interim head coach warned that Afghanistan would be dangerous opponents because of their "fearless" approach
April 20, 2024
David Warner hits form as Australia ease to two wins in two
Combined bowling efforts from Zampa and Starc tied Sri Lanka down to 154 for 6
April 08, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on Evin Lewis and Mushfiqur Rahim to deliver
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Bangladesh and West Indies
April 08, 2024
'I am not a racist' - Quinton de Kock apologises, will take the knee
"If me taking a knee helps to educate others, and makes the lives of others better, I am more than happy to do so," he says.
April 17, 2024
Desperate West Indies and Bangladesh seek first win in Super 12s
Batting has let West Indies down in both matches, while Bangladesh will need an all-round show to post victory
April 08, 2024
Starc set to face Sri Lanka after 'nervous moments' following blow on knee
Left-arm quick was struck in the nets two days before Sri Lanka game, but trained on match eve
April 10, 2024
Pakistan eye a hat-trick of wins, but in-form Afghanistan stand in their way
Afghanistan, with their fabulous net run rate, will replace Pakistan at the top of Group 2 with a win here
April 11, 2024
Fantasy XI: Back the in-form Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Afghanistan and Pakistan
April 20, 2024
Pooran: WI batters weren't 'good enough' in Dubai, but will fare better in Sharjah
WI vice-captain says his BPL experience will come in handy against Bangladesh
April 11, 2024
Jason Holder added to West Indies squad in place of injured Obed McCoy
Left-arm seamer ruled out of T20 World Cup after suffering right shin injury
April 08, 2024
Hardik Pandya has a bowl at India's nets session
Bowls for 20 minutes, raising the possibility that he might be able to send down a few overs against New Zealand
April 13, 2024
'I believe de Kock is committed to an antiracist agenda' - CSA chairperson Lawson Naidoo
Says board mandated taking a knee as it is important to send out right message "to the South African public and the broader global community"
April 08, 2024
Jason Roy credits 'hard work' facing Liam Dawson in nets for spin gains
Roy struck Shakib Al Hasan's first ball for four on the way to a commanding 61 from 38 balls
April 19, 2024
SACA CEO: Cricket South Africa has caused a 'crisis' by mandating taking a knee
SACA would like the team to adopt a uniform approach for the Black Lives Matter movement, but doesn't want it to be forced
April 17, 2024
England bowlers deliver again before Jason Roy's 61 seals successive wins
Tymal Mills, Liam Livingstone and Moeen Ali shared seven wickets, as England dominated with the ball
April 08, 2024
David Warner turns to concrete pitches for batting rhythm
Laughs off talk of poor form and believes he is close to being at his best
April 10, 2024
Fantasy XI: Steven Smith and Glenn Maxwell should fetch you points
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and Sri Lanka
April 18, 2024
Buoyant Sri Lanka a threat amid Australia's uncertain batting
Australia are likely to be unchanged but Maheesh Theekshana could return for Sri Lanka if fit
April 17, 2024
Trumpelmann, Smit help Namibia keep dream World Cup run going
After losing three wickets in four balls to begin the match, Scotland could post only an under-par 109
April 12, 2024
Arthur: Haven't seen any talent like Asalanka and Nissanka in SL
Charith Asalanka looks to have made the No. 3 spot his own ahead of the Australia fixture
April 11, 2024
Kane Williamson: Pakistan's 'clinical' death cricket made the difference
The New Zealand captain felt his side's total was competitive in tricky conditions
April 18, 2024
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बांग्लादेश के गेंदबाज़ी कोच ने लिटन दास का किया समर्थन, कहा ग़लतियां होती रहती हैं
April 13, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on David Wiese and George Munsey to deliver
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Namibia and Scotland
April 18, 2024
Gerhard Erasmus expects 'nice momentum' to keep Namibia's dream run alive
"I don't think we've quite fired as a team as a whole, so it's great that there's some potential sitting in the dugout still"
April 11, 2024
Namibia look for winning start to Super 12s against hurt Scotland
Namibia have the edge having beaten Scotland in both their most-recent outings this month
April 19, 2024
Left-arm spin test awaits England's top order in powerplay
Buttler says England could even shuffle the batting order by promoting Dawid Malan or Moeen Ali
April 11, 2024
Markram completes the job for clinical South Africa after strong show from bowlers
The win came amid team turmoil as de Kock sat out the game following a CSA directive for all players to take a knee
April 19, 2024
Temba Bavuma: Team 'surprised and taken aback' at Quinton de Kock's refusal to take a knee
"As much as you have the choice to decide what you want to do, you can't escape the consequences of the choices and decisions we make"
April 11, 2024
Haris Rauf headlines Pakistan's second win of World Cup
New Zealand batting fails as Pakistan chase down 135 in Sharjah
April 11, 2024
Rubel Hossain replaces injured Mohammad Saifuddin in Bangladesh squad
Rubel was part of the reserves' list, and is now in the main team after the allrounder picked up a back injury
April 11, 2024
Lockie Ferguson ruled out of T20 World Cup with calf tear
Mile set to be added to the squad as replacement
April 11, 2024
Bangladesh run into confident England in first T20I meeting between sides
Bangladesh may bring back Taskin, while England may not yet risk playing Wood after a niggle made him miss out against West Indies
April 12, 2024
England will attack, but 'also give you chances' - Ottis Gibson wants Bangladesh bowlers not to panic
Bangladesh bowling coach extends support to the beleaguered Liton Das, expects Mustafizur Rahman to have an impact soon
April 15, 2024
CSA directs men's team to collectively take a knee, notes de Kock's refusal to do so
Says it is "imperative for the team to be seen taking a united and consistent stand against racism, especially given South Africa's history"
April 12, 2024
Steven Smith's T20 World Cup role: resurrect batting if early wickets fall, drop down the order if top order succeeds
Smith's floating position is in part designed to overcome the challenging batting conditions on display in the UAE
April 12, 2024
Mujeeb Ur Rahman five-for, batters' onslaught help Afghanistan crush Scotland by 130 runs
Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Najibullah Zadran added 87 for the third wicket, before Rashid Khan bagged 4 for 9
April 10, 2024
Fantasy XI: Expect Mohammad Rizwan and Kane Williamson to deliver
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between New Zealand and Pakistan
April 08, 2024
Fantasy XI: Bank on Anrich Nortje and Aiden Markram for points
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between South Africa and West Indies
April 11, 2024
High-flying Pakistan set for versatile New Zealand
Pakistan will have to quickly adjust from the highs of their historic win
April 17, 2024
Batting in focus as West Indies and South Africa look to get back on track
It's too early for either team to panic but whoever loses will be in a difficult position for the rest of the group stages
April 12, 2024
Simmons: West Indies batters will 'continue to be aggressive' but shot-selection should improve 'tenfold'
Head coach admits "game-awareness was not at its best" on the day they folded for 55 against England
April 08, 2024
Test match skills serve Josh Hazlewood well at start of World Cup
The quick bowler's first delivery set the tone against South Africa in a superb powerplay display
April 12, 2024
Guptill hopes to draw confidence from 2016 T20 World Cup performance to turn UAE form around
The opener, who was New Zealand's top run-scorer in the last edition of the tournament, feeling 'not too bad' at the moment
April 19, 2024
Virat Kohli: 'They didn't let us come into the game at any stage'
India's captain conceded that Pakistan's powerplay bowling had left them too much catching up to do
April 19, 2024
Starman Shaheen Shah Afridi's night out in Dubai
Anatomy of a stellar show as India fail to recover from quick's Powerplay onslaught
April 12, 2024
Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan break Pakistan's World Cup jinx against India with 10-wicket romp
Shaheen Shah Afridi set the tone for the night with a fiery opening spell in which he claimed both India openers
April 20, 2024
Fantasy XI: Mohammad Nabi to lead, Mujeeb ur Rahman to assist
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Afghanistan and Scotland
April 11, 2024
Charith Asalanka and Bhanuka Rajapaksa script stunning opening win for Sri Lanka
Mushfiqur Rahim's unbeaten 37-ball 57 had spurred Bangladesh on to a daunting 171 in the first innings
April 08, 2024
Afghanistan the favourites, but Scotland have momentum
Both teams come into the Super 12s on the back of impressive performances
April 20, 2024
Langer says Australia will be flexible in selections depending on conditions, opposition, match-ups
Head coach also shows faith and confidence in Finch and Warner after Saturday's performance
April 17, 2024
Maxwell's bowling success boosts Australia's options
Maxwell took 1-24 in the win over South Africa after Ashton Agar was omitted but Marcus Stoinis believes Agar will be called upon in the tournament
April 19, 2024
Pollard bemoans 'unacceptable' collapse: 'There are no words to explain it'
"These sorts of games, we just have to bin it and move on. I don't think any sort of panic will come into the camp."
April 11, 2024
England launch T20 World Cup campaign with rout of West Indies
Adil Rashid takes 4 for 2 as England bowl West Indies out for 55 and complete the chase inside nine overs
April 20, 2024
Fantasy XI: Back KL Rahul and Mohammad Rizwan to deliver
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between India and Pakistan
April 17, 2024
Fantasy XI: Shakib Al Hasan and Wanindu Hasaranga should get you plenty of points
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
April 11, 2024
India strong favourites in traditional rivalry searching for spark
Pakistan will have to overcome a side with better personnel, and with their preparations having been hit
April 19, 2024
Shanaka backs young SL to 'do something big' at T20 World Cup
"I think they'll show what they've got in the World Cup. I had a big belief that our team could go a long distance."
April 19, 2024
Virat Kohli cautions against player burnout in trying to 'cover up' for cricket lost to Covid-19
"If you lose players then world cricket is not going to be better off. So there has to be a balance in the future"
April 11, 2024
Inexperienced Sri Lanka banking on pace attack to topple Bangladesh
Bangladesh, however, have the more reliable middle order, even if it hasn't quite clicked as they would have liked so far
April 19, 2024
Josh Hazlewood leads bowlers' show as Australia clinch nail-biter in opening Super 12s fixture
Marcus Stoinis and Matthew Wade added 40 to take Australia home, after Aiden Markram and David Miller briefly arrested South Africa's slide with the bat
April 19, 2024
Sharjah pitches could be similar to those in Dhaka, and Russell Domingo is banking on that
Bangladesh head coach expects Mahedi Hasan, Afif Hossain and Nurul Hasan to become key players for the team
April 12, 2024
'Can't create overnight what Hardik brings at No. 6' - Virat Kohli
India captain also believes pitches for T20 World Cup will be better for batting than they were in IPL
April 13, 2024
Pakistan omit Sarfaraz, Wasim and Nawaz for India match
There are three pacers and two spinners in the 12 named on the eve of the match
April 11, 2024
Fantasy XI: Buttler and Bravo have the form, and the numbers
Fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between England and West Indies
April 09, 2024
Fantasy XI: Glenn Maxwell and Quinton de Kock are the men to bank on
Your fantasy tips for the T20 World Cup game between Australia and South Africa
April 12, 2024
Side strain set to rule Maheesh Theekshana out of Sri Lanka-Bangladesh match
Mahela Jayawardene returns home after successful consultancy spell with team
April 12, 2024
Ryan ten Doeschate took call not to play final game before retirement - Ryan Campbell
Max O'Dowd praises "great servant to Dutch cricket" as Netherlands bow out of T20 World Cup
April 17, 2024
West Indies look to replicate 'never-say-die attitude' of 2016
Captain Kieron Pollard denies that his team has a psychological edge over England as they go into a re-match of the final from five years ago
April 11, 2024
Tabraiz Shamsi to play South Africa's T20 World Cup opener after passing fitness test
Captain Temba Bavuma says South Africa could field three frontline spinners, but will take call on the morning of the match
April 14, 2024
Lahiru Kumara and spinners combine as ruthless Sri Lanka thump clueless Netherlands
Charith Asalanka replaces Dinesh Chandimal, with Sri Lanka already having qualified for Super 12s
April 20, 2024
'Contenders' England must go all-in as ageing West Indian stalwarts look for one last hurrah
In a group that also has Australia, Bangladesh, South Africa and, possibly, Sri Lanka, both teams would like to get on the board as soon as possible
April 08, 2024
Finch admits pandemic threw Australia's T20 World Cup plans 'out the window'
Captain says Australia will "go with seven specialist batters, four specialist bowlers, plus the allrounders."
April 14, 2024
Wiese, Erasmus the heroes as Namibia qualify for the Super 12s
The winner of the fixture is guaranteed to join Sri Lanka in the Super 12s while the loser is set to join Netherlands on the way out from Group A
April 17, 2024
Spotlight on rusty Warner as Australia, SA kick off stacked Group 1
South Africa have won nine of their last 10 matches coming into the tournament, while Australia have lost their last four T20I series
April 19, 2024
New Zealand 'tracking well' despite Kane Williamson elbow niggle, says Gary Stead
Captain needs to find balance between rest and batting in nets as he manages long-standing problem
April 12, 2024
Dead rubber against Netherlands provides Sri Lanka opportunity to solve top-order woes
Dinesh Chandimal's poor form might prompt Sri Lanka to bring in Charith Asalanka
April 17, 2024
Mahmudullah: 'We all felt bad, it is not right to talk about our commitment'
After sealing a berth in the Super 12s, Mahmudullah admitted the criticism following their loss to Scotland had brought the team down
April 12, 2024
Assad Vala hopes PNG's World Cup appearance will inspire more children to play the sport
The PNG captain also called Kiplin Doriga's lower-order rearguard 'the blueprint of what we expect from him'
April 08, 2024
Bowling might helps Scotland qualify for Super 12s; Oman knocked out
The hosts brought in Suraj Kumar and Khawar Ali for Kaleemullah and Ayaan Khan
April 17, 2024
Hayden: 'Nothing else I've ever seen' matches India-Pakistan rivalry
Pakistan's batting coach also says Babar Azam is the 'premier' batter everyone will 'target' at the World Cup
April 18, 2024
Could Australia leave out Pat Cummins during the World Cup?
Josh Hazlewood has made a compelling case for inclusion while two frontline spinners appear likely
April 17, 2024
Virtual knockout awaits Ireland and Namibia with Super 12s spot on the line
Loser goes home in must-win clash for both sides, who have met only once before in a competitive fixture
April 08, 2024
Shakib, Mahmudullah star as Bangladesh rout PNG to seal Super 12s spot
PNG can only go through if they win with a comfortable margin and Oman lose big.
April 17, 2024
Graham Ford: 'Desperate to go through to the next phase'
Graham Ford says he has had 'a few good chats' with some of the IPL coaches to understand the conditions better
April 19, 2024
Balbirnie backs Ireland's batters to adjust with World Cup dream on knife edge
The captain admitted conditions were a challenge for Ireland as they fell for 101
April 17, 2024
Rassie van der Dussen hits 101* as South Africa score 19 off last over to win
Fakhar Zaman, Asif Ali impress for Pakistan in warm-up game
April 12, 2024
Batting coach Ashwell Prince backs 'fantastically talented' Liton Das to come good
Prince also says that the players must be ready for flexibility in the batting line-up
April 12, 2024
It's a virtual knockout - with calculators at the ready - as Scotland take on Oman in last league game
Oman, Bangladesh and Scotland are bunched so closely together on NRR that nothing is certain till all the games get over
April 13, 2024
Buttler, Wood, Rashid on song as England top resurgent New Zealand
Eoin Morgan falls to contentious umpiring decision, before New Zealand batting implodes in second warm-up game
April 17, 2024
Rohit Sharma leads the charge as India finish T20 World Cup warm-ups with victory over Australia
Virat Kohli turned his arm over as India looked to explore bowling options
April 19, 2024
Hasaranga, Nissanka, Theekshana down Ireland to seal Sri Lanka's Super 12s spot
Sri Lanka are unchanged from the side that beat Namibia a couple of days ago
April 17, 2024
Charles Amini targets 'doing a Scotland' against Bangladesh
With qualification equations steep, PNG batter says the team's first goal is to achieve a win
April 15, 2024
Scotland eager to create history as Super 12s spot beckons
They spoke of topping their group and coach Shane Burger said he wouldn't be surprised if they do
April 17, 2024
Amla's wisdom gives Miller the belief to change South Africa's World Cup record
"I still keep in touch with him and will continue to do that during this World Cup," says Miller
April 20, 2024
David Wiese smashes 66 against Netherlands to keep Namibia's Super 12 hopes alive
Netherlands' Timm van der Gugten and Stephan Myburgh sit out for Brandon Glover and Ben Cooper, respectively
April 18, 2024
Glenn Maxwell heads into T20 World Cup on the crest of a wave
The allrounder has a calmness about his game: "I'm not overthinking stuff...it's all automatic"
April 12, 2024
Akeal Hosein replaces injured Fabian Allen in West Indies squad
Hosein, 28, has played nine ODIs and six T20Is for West Indies since his international debut this year
April 18, 2024
Bangladesh look to avoid PNG upset with Super 12s place at stake
Inexperienced PNG will look to capitalise on Bangladesh's lack of run-scoring in the powerplay and at the death
April 17, 2024
Zeeshan Maqsood rues Jatinder Singh's dismissal, but happy to have put Bangladesh 'under pressure'
The Oman captain was hopeful they can overcome Scotland to make the Super 12s
April 17, 2024
Shakib: 'The win is a relief for the team'
"I think we are capable of improving on this, but we shouldn't be too worried by it."
April 12, 2024
Flexible thinking keeps Bangladesh afloat but they remain behind the curve in T20
Dropping Mahmudullah and Mushfiqur down the order was a sensible call, even if it didn't pay off against Oman
April 17, 2024
Mickey Arthur: Sri Lanka's bowling attack is 'almost ideal' for T20 World Cup challenge
Coach also keen to persist with top three of Nissanka, Perera and Chandimal
April 18, 2024
Sri Lanka have much to be worried about as Ireland look to flex their muscles again
Tricky challenge awaits the 2014 T20 World Cup champions against a side high on confidence
April 17, 2024
KL Rahul: Having MS Dhoni in the dressing room 'gives us a sense of calmness'
Says experience of playing one-and-a-half seasons of the IPL in the UAE "put me in good stead" for the T20 World Cup
April 20, 2024
Could England captain Eoin Morgan drop himself? 'It's always an option'
Morgan says Liam Livingstone is "fully fit" after injuring his finger during the warm-up match
April 17, 2024
Naim, Shakib, Mustafizur help Bangladesh stay alive with first points
Fast bowler Fayyaz Butt came in for Khawar Ali in the Oman XI
April 17, 2024
Namibia, Netherlands look for batting upturn to stay alive at T20 World Cup
Namibia might stick with the XI that lost to Sri Lanka but Netherlands could bring in Stephan Myburgh and Timm van der Gugten
April 17, 2024
Berrington and Davey star as Scotland get past spirited PNG
A win would take Scotland a step closer towards Super 12s
April 17, 2024
Marcus Stoinis fit to bowl in the next warm-up game
Allrounder made 28 off 23 in win over New Zealand in his second game back from a hamstring injury but did not bowl despite Australia only picking four bowlers
April 17, 2024
Liam Livingstone in doubt for T20 World Cup opener after injuring finger in warm-up match
Allrounder left field during England's seven-wicket defeat to India, will be assessed in 24 hours
April 17, 2024
Rahul and Kishan score rapid fifties as India ace steep chase against England
Liam Livingstone impressed with bat and ball for England before going off the field with a finger injury
April 17, 2024
Warner's lean run continues, but Richardson and Australia batters take down New Zealand
Williamson returns from injury with handy 37 as New Zealand make 158 for 7
April 17, 2024
No 'major changes' to Bangladesh line-up after Scotland defeat - Russell Domingo
Bangladesh head coach wants better batting in the powerplay, with more balance between attack and defence
April 17, 2024
Rabada: Winning the T20 World Cup would be my biggest achievement
The fast bowler says South Africa enter the tournament without any baggage and can hopefully end the trophy drought
April 17, 2024
Curtis Campher snags four in four as Ireland thump Netherlands
Mark Adair takes 3 for 9 in his four overs as Netherlands stifled despite Max O'Dowd fifty
April 08, 2024
Bangladesh bank on experience in must-win game against Oman
Having failed to finish Scotland off after reducing them to 53 for 6, the Group B favourites must bring their A game against the hosts
April 17, 2024
Rashid Khan expects spinners to play 'huge role' at T20 World Cup
"As we have seen in the IPL, spinners have brought back their team in the game; I feel that will be same in the World Cup as well."
April 17, 2024
Markram, spinners help SA crush Afghanistan in warm up
South Africa were hamstrung by Afghanistan's spinners early on, but their bowlers made up for it
April 17, 2024
Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman steer Pakistan to victory after West Indies struggle to 130
West Indies scored at less than six an over until Kieron Pollard hit five successive fours in the final over
April 17, 2024
Theekshana spins Sri Lanka to comprehensive win
Namibia made two changes to the side that won their most recent T20I, bringing in batter Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton and left-arm seamer Ruben Trumpelmann
April 09, 2024
High-flying Scotland look to take another step towards Super 12s
PNG, meanwhile, are a loss away from an early exit, less than 48 hours after their maiden T20 World Cup outing against Oman
April 20, 2024
Campher on emulating Malinga: 'Maybe it will set in a bit later'
"My heart was racing high, but I just took a few deep breaths at the top of my run and tried to make sure I manage my skills."
April 20, 2024
Virat Kohli: 'I will be batting at three'
"Things were different before IPL started and now KL Rahul is playing the way he is, so it's very hard to look past him at top of the order."
April 17, 2024
Scotland grateful for Chris Greaves' special delivery as Associates make their mark
Greaves goes from delivering parcels for Amazon to dispatching Bangladesh in only his second T20I
April 18, 2024
'Our batting is a concern,' admits Mahmudullah after Bangladesh suffer Scotland slip-up
Captain says Mushfiqur Rahim dismissal was "turning point" as small chase got out of hand
April 20, 2024
Shakib Al Hasan becomes leading wicket-taker in T20Is
Bangladesh allrounder overtakes Lasith Malinga's tally of 107
April 20, 2024
Maqsood, Jatinder help Oman lead 10-wicket rout of PNG
The huge win gives Oman a major qualification boost, putting them top of the table as well as handing them a favourable net run rate
April 12, 2024
Greaves, Wheal help Scotland shock Bangladesh in Al Amerat
Bangladesh fail to seize advantage after reducing Scotland to 53 for 6 in the first innings
April 12, 2024
History and experience on Netherlands' side against young Ireland set-up
Paul Stirling's stellar form though, will be a sharp arrow in Ireland's quiver
April 19, 2024
Sri Lanka justifiably confident, but in-form Namibia are no pushovers
Namibia have won 18 of their 22 T20Is, while Sri Lanka have enjoyed a stellar warm-up run ahead of their opener
April 17, 2024
Mahela Jayawardene's data-driven insight helps Avishka Fernando find stability at No. 4
"He analyses not only our team, but the oppositions' weaknesses - he sees the game in a unique way" - Shanaka on Jayawardene
April 17, 2024
'Netherlands cricket is here and it's here to push back,' says coach Campbell
"The history of the Netherlands has shown that we step up on the biggest stage."
April 17, 2024
Fitter and wiser, Ravi Rampaul backs himself to bowl 'tough' overs for West Indies
Back in the mix after six years, seamer hopes his experience would help the team in their T20 World Cup defence
April 12, 2024
Fleming to 'talk about conditions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi' during his five-day gig with New Zealand
Earlier this week, he coached Chennai Super Kings to their fourth IPL title
April 17, 2024
'We will be their biggest game' - Scotland coach Shane Burger's warning to first-round opponents
Scotland have beaten Netherlands and Namibia recently, and take on Bangladesh, PNG and Oman in the first round of the T20 World Cup
April 20, 2024
Dasun Shanaka backs inexperienced Sri Lanka to go deep: 'I think we've struck a good balance'
Says his side has the variety and depth to deliver; thinks young Pathum Nissanka can "make this tournament his own"
April 17, 2024
Well-prepped Oman primed to usher in new era against first-timers PNG
While PNG lost both their tournament warm-ups, the hosts had a decent build-up to their first game
April 19, 2024
Scotland come in with momentum, but Bangladesh enjoying their best phase in T20Is
Scotland won their two warm-ups, Bangladesh have series win over New Zealand and Australia to their credit in the near past
April 17, 2024
Power-hitting? Sure, but Pollard expects 'complete games of cricket' from West Indies
On Roston Chase: "The type of cricket he plays fits right into our balance, right in the middle of our power-hitters"
April 17, 2024
Bhuvneshwar's form a concern? 'Not at all, his experience will be priceless' says Kohli
India captain also explains why R Ashwin and Rahul Chahar were picked ahead of Yuzvendra Chahal for the T20 World Cup
April 17, 2024
Starc's clarity of role brings confidence in white-ball cricket
"I'm going stick to my strengths of the death and not worry too much about what others are doing."
April 17, 2024
Mark Wood hoping he and Tymal Mills can 'bring the fire' for England
Extra pace could provide cutting edge in T20 World Cup bid
April 19, 2024
Andy Balbirnie: Paul Stirling's form, his starts with Kevin O'Brien key for Ireland
"Hopefully, it's a week for us to put in three really good performances and peak at the right time"
April 17, 2024
Kane Williamson: 'Not too many concerns' around hamstring but elbow not 100% yet
The New Zealand captain been feeling discomfort while gripping the bat and extending the elbow but is pleased with the overall progress
April 18, 2024
Netherlands, Namibia look to fly their flags high at T20 World Cup
Both teams also carry a few South African names as they look to deflect pressure ahead of the tournament's opening round
April 11, 2024
Assad Vala wants Papua New Guinea to become World Cup regulars
Captain wants team to bring smiles to his countrymen who have endured a tough fight with covid-19
April 19, 2024
Temba Bavuma all set for his first 'live net' since thumb injury
The South Africa captain hopes to open the batting along with Quinton de Kock in the T20 World Cup
April 18, 2024
Williamson 'fine after very, very slight hamstring twinge', on course for T20 World Cup opener
"He's getting through everything at the moment and he's feeling good," New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said
April 18, 2024
Chris Gayle: 'I have no respect for Curtly Ambrose whatsoever'
Batter takes issue with Ambrose's comments that Gayle shouldn't be an "automatic choice" in West Indies' XI for the T20 World Cup
April 10, 2024
Shardul Thakur replaces Axar Patel in India's T20 World Cup squad
Avesh Khan, Umran Malik, Harshal Patel, Lukman Meriwala, Venkatesh Iyer, Karn Sharma, Shahbaz Ahmed and K Gowtham to join team bubble too
April 17, 2024
Inglis receives some Dutch intel ahead of journey into the unknown
Former Netherlands batter and long-time mentor Michael Swart passed on some advice about batting in the UAE
April 17, 2024
Poor IPL run not a concern, Nicholas Pooran wants to just 'refocus and go again'
"We won two World Cups without getting singles" - West Indies vice-captain says power-hitting will still be big on the team's agenda
April 11, 2024
Pollard: West Indies to take a knee at T20 World Cup
"It's something we're going to continue because it's something that we strongly believe in"
April 20, 2024
Narine won't be added to T20 World Cup squad despite IPL form, Pollard confirms
The West Indies captain, meanwhile, hopes to have "a fit Andre Russell" during the tournament
April 12, 2024
Avesh Khan and Venkatesh Iyer to join Indian team as net bowlers during T20 World Cup
They join Umran Malik in the net bowlers' list; teams have until October 15 to finalise their squads
April 17, 2024
T20 World Cup warm-ups: Chameera, Karunaratne star for Sri Lanka; Ireland, Scotland also notch up wins
The pair picked up six wickets between them to restrict Papua New Guinea to 96 for 8
April 12, 2024
Hasaranga and Chameera likely to play warm-up match against Bangladesh
Dinesh Chandimal has revealed, meanwhile, that Avishka Fernando is set to continue at No. 4
April 12, 2024
Ashton Agar lauds Justin Langer's values and morals after 'horrible' experience
The left-arm spinner has a long association with Langer and said the coach has "100 percent" backing
April 15, 2024
Markram hopes exposure to pressure moments at IPL will come in handy at T20WC
After spending four weeks with Punjab Kings in the UAE, Markram feels conditions are easiest for batting in Abu Dhabi, and most difficult in Sharjah
April 17, 2024
T20 World Cup: 'Slight back pain' to keep Mahmudullah out of Bangladesh's first warm-up match
Mustafizur Rahman has linked up with the team following Rajasthan Royals' exit from the IPL
April 17, 2024
Glenn Phillips credits 'hard work at gym' for his power-hitting: 'I was doing 800 press-ups a day'
"I've definitely put on some weight and started throwing a bit more tin around."
April 12, 2024
Mitchell Marsh's No. 3 success could force Steven Smith into middle order
The allrounder's form over the last few months will make it hard to move him
April 19, 2024
DRS to be used in men's T20 World Cup for the first time
The ICC has also increased the minimum number of overs for delayed and rain-interrupted matches in the world tournament
April 12, 2024
Matthew Wade 'preparing to nail down a middle-to-lower order role'
"I know where I sit within the team and that's why my training has been tailored towards getting used to that lower order."
April 17, 2024
Hasan Ali: Management changes 'shouldn't have happened' before T20 World Cup
Pakistan fast bowler also said he expected low-scoring games in the UAE
April 08, 2024
Afghanistan revise T20 World Cup squad, Mohammad Nabi to lead
Sharafuddin Ashraf and Dawlat Zadran moved to reserves, Fareed Ahmad added to main squad from reserves
April 08, 2024
T20 World Cup prize money: Title winners to get $1.6 million
Runners-up to take home $800,000, and losing semi-finalists get $400,000 each
April 12, 2024
ICC confirms Afghanistan to be part of T20 World Cup despite political upheavals
Acting chief executive Geoff Allardice says ICC will likely discuss how to approach bilateral cancellations, and how they affected the WTC
April 19, 2024
T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka add Dananjaya, Kumara, Binura and Nissanka to squad
The injured Madushanka and Pradeep, and the pair ofJayawickrama and Kamindu have made way
April 20, 2024
Umran Malik to stay back in UAE as net bowler for India's T20 World Cup campaign
The 21-year-old Sunrisers bowler had turned heads with his tearaway speeds in IPL 2021
April 19, 2024
Andy Flower named Afghanistan consultant for T20 World Cup
The former Zimbabwe captain and England men's team coach joins Shaun Tait and Lance Klusener on the coaching staff
April 19, 2024
Sohaib Maqsood ruled out of T20 World Cup, Shoaib Malik named replacement
He had sustained a back injury on October 6 during the National T20 Cup
April 19, 2024
Rohit backs 'valuable asset' Hardik despite lean IPL: 'There's no doubt about his quality'
"A player like him is probably just one good innings away from getting back to his natural way."
April 17, 2024
Disappointed with NZ pullout, Martin Guptill 'hoping' international cricket returns to Pakistan soon
Guptill was slated to return to international action on that tour after he was rested for the Bangladesh tour
April 18, 2024
Men's T20 World Cup: Sarfaraz Ahmed, Fakhar Zaman and Haider Ali in Pakistan squad after rejig
Azam Khan and Mohammad Hasnain have been dropped from the party, while Khushdil Shah is now in the reserves' list
April 19, 2024
T20 World Cup Covid-19 FAQs: ten-day isolation for positive tests, fans to wear masks
ICC will take bubble breaches during the tournament "very seriously"
April 14, 2024
Fit-again Devon Conway ready to create World Cup 'legacy' after Test high
"At the end of the day, there are stats in this game, but you know if you're winning World Cups, people will remember those moments more."
April 08, 2024
Warner locked in to open for Australia at T20 World Cup
Aaron Finch will be fit despite coming off knee surgery and is confident the team can overcome tricky preparation
April 16, 2024
Sam Curran ruled out of IPL and T20 World Cup
Tom Curran drafted into England squad and Reece Topley added as a travelling reserve
April 16, 2024
Gary Stead on T20 WC: Main goal is to get to the semi-finals
NZ coach feels "there are six-seven teams that could win this tournament"
April 18, 2024
'We'll back ourselves to beat any team' - Tymal Mills confident England will find feet quickly in UAE
England fly out to Oman with half of World Cup squad already in situ at the IPL
April 18, 2024
T20 World Cup to have fans at 70% capacity across venues
The T20 World Cup will now be the largest-scale event with fan involvement in the UAE since the start of the pandemic
April 08, 2024
Excitement and anxiety as fit-again Bavuma gets ready to lead at T20 World Cup
The thumb is "obviously not 100% at the moment but I am building it up," he says at team's departure press interaction
April 18, 2024
Mickey Arthur harps on flexibility as 'work in progress' Sri Lanka prepare for T20 World Cup
Head coach calls suspension of Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis and Dickwella 'a massive blow' to the team's chances
April 20, 2024
Lakshan Sandakan, Pathum Nissanka among five players Sri Lanka add to T20 World Cup squad
Lahiru Madushanka is left out from the original squad after failing to recover in time from a fractured collarbone
April 20, 2024
Duminy embraces short-term role to 'try and add value wherever I can' for South Africa
The former South Africa allrounder, who retired two years ago, is a strategic consultant for the team for the T20 World Cup
April 12, 2024
Mahela Jayawardene to be part of Sri Lanka support staff during T20 World Cup first round
Former captain also appointed as consultant and mentor for the Under-19 team in the lead up to next year's World Cup
April 17, 2024
Marcus Stoinis gives Australia injury concern ahead of T20 World Cup
The allrounder limped of the attack after seven balls in Delhi Capitals match against Sunrisers Hyderabad
April 19, 2024
Shardul Thakur on Covid-19 outbreak in India's bubble: 'There was fear that it could happen to me or to anyone'
Says assistant physio testing positive was a big concern as he had worked with "everyone" ahead of the Manchester Test
April 11, 2024
Kusal Perera could miss T20 World Cup with hamstring injury
Meanwhile, allrounder Lahiru Madushanka has definitely been ruled out with a fractured collarbone
April 08, 2024
Men's T20 World Cup 2021 - what the squads look like
The tournament starts on October 17 with a first-round match between Oman and PNG, with the final scheduled for November 14
April 12, 2024
Matthew Hayden, Vernon Philander appointed Pakistan coaches for T20 World Cup
A head coach will also be appointed alongside the two, Ramiz said in his first press conference as PCB chairman
April 08, 2024
Tabraiz Shamsi: South Africa 'not as bad' as people think
Shamsi believes the current side is on par with the great South African sides of the past
April 08, 2024
Shakib: 'Well prepared' Bangladesh will come to T20 World Cup with a 'winning mentality'
"Our team will be in Oman at least 15-16 days before, which is enough time for acclimatising with conditions and wickets."
April 15, 2024
Ryan ten Doeschate, 41, makes Netherlands T20 World Cup squad
The 15-member squad has a host of other familiar names in Ben Cooper, Stephan Myburgh and Roelof van der Merwe
April 19, 2024
Assad Vala to captain Papua New Guinea at maiden ICC global tournament
Papua New Guinea will play Oman, Scotland and Bangladesh as they bid to reach the Super 12
April 19, 2024
Theekshana and Rajapaksa surprise picks in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad
Dasun Shanaka leads the 15-member contingent
April 11, 2024
David Wiese included in Namibia's T20 World Cup squad
The upcoming tournament will be the former South Africa allrounder's second T20 World Cup
April 12, 2024
The Domingo Effect: Bangladesh reap the rewards of continuity and camaraderie
Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, the head coach reflects on the back-to-back series wins over Australia and New Zealand
April 17, 2024
Rashid Khan steps down as captain protesting against Afghanistan's T20 World Cup squad selection
"The selection committee and ACB has not obtained my consent for the team"
April 18, 2024
T20 World Cup: Ravi Rampaul back in West Indies squad; Sunil Narine out
Holder, Cottrell, Hosein among reserves in Pollard-led squad
April 17, 2024
Coetzer leads 'versatile' Scotland squad for T20 World Cup; Trott joins coaching staff
They have also appointed a "well-being manager" to tackle challenges of life in pandemic-enforced bio-bubbles
April 17, 2024
T20 World Cup 2021: Uncapped Graham Kennedy, Gareth Delany in Ireland squad
Wicketkeeper Neil Rock and offspinner Andy McBrine are also part of the 18-member group
April 10, 2024
T20 World Cup: South Africa leave out Faf du Plessis, Imran Tahir and Chris Morris
Temba Bavuma is expected to recover in time to lead the team at the marquee tournament
April 12, 2024
Tymal Mills makes England's T20 World Cup squad, no return for Ben Stokes
Chris Woakes, David Willey and Sam Billings included, no space for Saqib Mahmood
April 18, 2024
T20 World Cup: No Tamim Iqbal, as Bangladesh name Mahmudullah-led squad along expected lines
Tamim Iqbal, who had opted out, Taijul Islam and Mosaddek Hossain are not a part of the squad
April 19, 2024
Maqsood to lead Oman at T20 World Cup, uncapped Dhamba, Ayan make the cut
Oman have retained much of the squad that featured in their maiden T20 WC five years ago
April 17, 2024
India's T20 World Cup squad: R Ashwin picked, MS Dhoni named mentor
Former captain MS Dhoni has been named "team mentor"
April 17, 2024
Ben Stokes set to be omitted from England T20 World Cup squad
England will leave decision 'late' with final squad set to be named on October 10
April 17, 2024
Misbah-ul-Haq and Waqar Younis resign from Pakistan coaching roles
Saqlain Mushtaq and Abdul Razzaq have joined the team as interim coaches for the New Zealand series
April 17, 2024
Sharjeel Khan dropped from T20 World Cup squad; Asif Ali, Khushdil Shah make 15-man cut
Pakistan's T20I assignments will begin on September 25 with a five-match series against New Zealand, in Lahore
April 19, 2024
Mitchell Starc joins Alyssa Healy in Brisbane quarantine amid Covid schedule challenges
Starc will have done four weeks quarantine out of the last five and faces more after the T20 World Cup
April 08, 2024
Mashrafe and BCB president Hassan laud Tamim for 'brave decision'
"Tamim will continue to be one of the best batters but nobody wants to see him lose form by playing T20s forcibly," Mashrafe said
April 20, 2024
Australia's best are back, but will it be enough for a title tilt?
These are the players that took the side to No. 1 in 2020 but the balance of the XI remains uncertain
April 11, 2024
Josh Inglis earns call-up and key names return in Australia's T20 World Cup squad
Pat Cummins, David Warner, Glenn Maxwell and Steven Smith among the players who are back
April 17, 2024
Aaron Finch: Dressing room leaks about Justin Langer 'disappointing' and 'not ideal'
The captain said that tension can be "amplified" when a team is losing
April 20, 2024
Kyle Jamieson hopes to fine-tune 'T20 skillsets' in IPL ahead of T20 World Cup
'It's nice to have a block of T20 cricket going into the World Cup', the New Zealand fast bowler says
April 20, 2024
Men's T20 World Cup: India vs Pakistan in Dubai on October 24
The tournament kicks off on October 17 in Oman, with the hosts taking on PNG and Bangladesh playing Scotland
April 19, 2024
New Zealand hope for inside track as Shane Bond joins coaching group for T20 World Cup
He will stay with the team for the T20 matches against India which follow the tournament
April 12, 2024
Former South Africa allrounder David Wiese to debut for Namibia at T20 World Cup
The 36-year old qualifies to play for them immediately, by first descent, since his father was born in Namibia
April 17, 2024
Australian players get the go-ahead for IPL 2021 return
A significant number of the 20 Australians with IPL contracts are expected to re-join their franchises
April 20, 2024
Ponting: Depth around Australian cricket not where it needs to be
Former captain still insists that team can win the T20 World Cup if all first-choice picks are fit and healthy
April 18, 2024
Ashwell Prince takes over as full-time Bangladesh batting coach
His stint will run till the end of the 2022 T20 World Cup, in October-November in Australia
April 19, 2024
Colin Munro fears end of New Zealand career 'not by choice' after missing T20 World Cup squad
Coach Gary Stead said that he had spoken to the opening batter about where he stands
April 17, 2024
Taylor left out of T20 World Cup squad; NZ pick Chapman, Todd Astle among 15
Adam Milne named standby to travel with the squad, but will be called upon only as an injury replacement
April 16, 2024
Despite rain holding sway, Hasan Ali happy to beat a West Indies side 'with such firepower'
Pakistan's focus now on the Tests, says the pacer, with the series being a key one for his side in the new World Test Championship cycle
April 09, 2024
England tour of Bangladesh postponed indefinitely
The teams were scheduled to play three ODIs and three T20Is in September-October
April 16, 2024
Aaron Finch faces knee surgery as uncertainty over T20 World Cup captaincy looms
CA optimistic Finch, who was ruled out of the remainder of Australia's West Indies and Bangladesh tours, will be fit in time for the world tournament
April 17, 2024
George Scott, Scott Steel in Scotland's 40-member longlist for T20 World Cup
The players named will be involved in a "trial series" in August, with the final squad due to be named later that month
April 18, 2024
T20 World Cup 2021: India and Pakistan to face off in Super 12s
On Friday, the ICC announced the groupings for the marquee tournament, set to be played between October 17 and November 14
April 13, 2024
Rashid Khan named Afghanistan T20I captain
Middle-order batter Najibullah Zadran has been named his deputy
April 20, 2024
Boucher believes T20 World Cup conditions will be similar to the Caribbean
South Africa coach confident of team's showing after series win against West Indies
April 17, 2024
Bavuma: South Africa looking for opener, sixth bowling option ahead of T20 World Cup
de Kock's opening partner remains far from finalised; captain says a "seaming allrounder will come back into the mix"
April 20, 2024
Joe Root hopes England rest-and-rotation is 'behind us' as India and Ashes Tests loom
Test captain hasn't given up hope of T20 World Cup involvement after starring role in ODI
April 19, 2024
T20 World Cup to be held from October 17 to November 14 in UAE and Oman
It will start three days after IPL final, but ICC to ensure pitches get enough rest between the two tournaments
April 17, 2024