A viral video of former captain Rohit Sharma at the airport has ignited speculation about his presence at the high-stakes India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match in Colombo today.
Former Indian cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar has launched a scathing critique of India’s longstanding ‘no-handshake’ policy against Pakistan, calling it “silly” and “unbecoming of a nation like ours.” His comments come just days before the two arch-rivals face off in the T20 World Cup 2026, with captain Suryakumar Yadav remaining non-committal on the team’s stance.
While India boasts a dominant 7-1 head-to-head record against Pakistan in T20 World Cups, a closer look at their encounters in the 2020s reveals a far more gripping narrative. Far from one-sided affairs, these matches have been decided by razor-thin margins and iconic moments, showcasing a rivalry at its most intense.
Former India wicketkeeper Nayan Mongia has thrown his weight behind the current Indian side as favorites for their high-stakes T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Pakistan. However, in a candid interview, he issued a clear warning: ‘They will have to be careful,’ citing the unique challenge posed by Sri Lanka’s slow, spin-friendly pitches.
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has ignited pre-match tensions, claiming that the intense scrutiny on mystery spinner Usman Tariq has already handed his team a crucial psychological advantage over India in their upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 clash.
As the cricketing world braces for the high-voltage IND vs PAK T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, fans in Kanpur have turned to faith—framing player portraits and offering special prayers at a local temple for India’s victory.