Sanju Samson was dismissed for a golden duck on the first ball against New Zealand—the third in a string of low scores—sparking fresh criticism over India’s unstable T20I opening strategy and his place in the side.
Abhishek Sharma lit up the India vs New Zealand T20I with a historic 14-ball fifty—the joint third-fastest against a Full Member nation—announcing himself as a genuine match-winner in the top order.
In a stunning display of dominance at Optus Stadium, the Perth Scorchers claimed their record-extending sixth Big Bash League title with a commanding six-wicket victory over the Sydney Sixers, capped off by a match-winning six from Josh Inglis.
In a breathtaking display of athleticism, Hardik Pandya pulled off a gravity-defying catch to dismiss Devon Conway in the third T20I, giving India a crucial early breakthrough and showcasing the team’s new aggressive mindset under captain Suryakumar Yadav.
Despite announcing their official squad, Pakistan’s fate at the T20 World Cup 2026 is far from sealed. The PCB is awaiting a final green light from the government, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the tournament.
Ahead of the T20 World Cup, Indian captain Rohit Sharma dropped a major insight: ‘Impact matters more than runs.’ He spotlighted Suryakumar Yadav and Abhishek Sharma as crucial game-changers—not just for their scores, but for how they shift momentum in high-stakes matches.