In a bold reset of Indian cricket’s hierarchy, the BCCI has axed Mohammed Shami and Ishan Kishan from its central contracts for 2025–26, abolished the A+ grade, and elevated Shubman Gill—signaling a decisive shift toward youth and performance-based rewards.
After smashing a record 175 in the U19 World Cup final at just 14, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has ignited a national debate: should India fast-track him to the senior team? While comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar fly, ICC regulations say he must wait until March 2026.
West Indies legend Ian Bishop has openly admitted to being ‘scared’ of the England T20 World Cup 2026 squad after their nerve-wracking win over Nepal—citing their explosive batting, versatile bowling, and fearless leadership under Harry Brook.
Just hours before their opening match, the UAE T20 World Cup 2026 campaign faces turmoil as all-rounder Muhammad Zohaib is dismissed from the squad for disciplinary reasons—raising questions about team cohesion ahead of their clash with New Zealand.
Fresh off a thrilling performance against Pakistan, Scott Edwards’ Netherlands aim to secure their first win of the T20 World Cup 2026 against a resilient Namibia side at Delhi’s Feroz Shah Kotla—a must-watch Group A associate showdown.
In a seismic shift, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been placed in Grade B of the BCCI player contracts 2025–26, while Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, and Harmanpreet Kaur lead the new elite tier—signaling a bold transition in Indian cricket.