Australian captain Pat Cummins has made the tough call to withdraw from the 2026 T20 World Cup, prioritizing his long-term fitness for the grueling Test schedule. But there’s a silver lining: he’s setting his sights on leading Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL.
In a major selection shock, Sri Lanka has dropped their Test captain, Dhananjaya de Silva, from their final 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. We break down the reasons behind this controversial decision and what it means for the team’s campaign.
A former ICC communications head has launched a scathing critique at the BCCI, claiming its public handling of Mustafizur Rahman’s IPL departure was the catalyst for a chain reaction that saw Bangladesh withdraw and Pakistan threaten to forfeit their marquee match.
In a strategic masterstroke, the BCCI has deployed an India A squad featuring returning stars Tilak Varma and Mayank Yadav for crucial T20 World Cup warm-up matches against the USA and Namibia. Led by the promising Ayush Badoni, this second-string side is more than just a practice team—it’s a vital final test before the main event.
Forget the Powerplay—Arshdeep Singh’s real magic happens between overs 7 and 15. We break down the data, the strategy, and why this could be India’s secret weapon in high-stakes tournaments.
Just weeks after surgery, Tilak Varma silenced all doubts with a fluent, all-round performance in India A’s warm-up against the USA. His display has not only confirmed his fitness but has also solidified his claim as India’s premier No. 3 batsman for the upcoming T20 World Cup.