After leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second Women’s Premier League title, young all-rounder Shreyanka Patil dedicated the victory to captain Smriti Mandhana, saying, ‘She has gone through a lot.’ This emotional win marks a defining moment in Mandhana’s leadership journey.
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has publicly criticized Team India for refusing post-match handshakes during the Asia Cup and skipping the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan. With the T20 World Cup 2026 looming—and a politically charged India-Pakistan group stage match on the horizon—Agha warns that athletes must be better role models for millions of young fans.
As Rohit Sharma steps into a ceremonial role for the T20 World Cup 2026, questions loom large: Can Shubman Gill or Suryakumar Yadav replicate the ‘Hitman’s’ ice-cool leadership? Former coach Paras Mhambrey reveals why Rohit’s ‘bowler’s captain’ mindset was irreplaceable—and whether India’s data-driven system can compensate for his absence on the field.
The T20 cricket you watched a decade ago is gone. Today’s game is faster, smarter, and more explosive—driven by multi-skilled athletes, wrist-spin wizards, and real-time data. We unpack how the shortest format has transformed into a high-stakes strategic battlefield.
Once pigeonholed as just a ‘spin-hitter,’ Shivam Dube has evolved into a crucial all-round asset for Team India. But is he the guaranteed match-winner for the T20 World Cup 2026, or is his spot in the squad built on a shaky foundation? We dive deep into his stats, role, and evolution.
Smriti Mandhana declared RCB has won ‘3 titles in 3 years,’ but the official record tells a different story. Dive into the thrilling WPL 2026 final, the stats behind the claim, and what this win truly means for the franchise’s legacy.