Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has boldly confirmed he’ll bat at No. 3 in the upcoming T20 World Cup, unveiling a clear tactical plan to dominate spin during the Powerplay. Yet, this on-field clarity clashes with growing off-field chaos, as Pakistan’s very participation in the tournament remains in doubt due to political and administrative turmoil.
With the T20I series already sealed, all eyes are on Thiruvananthapuram as India wraps up its campaign against New Zealand. For Sanju Samson, this is more than a dead rubber—it’s a final audition for the T20 World Cup 2026, played in front of his home crowd. Plus, concerns over Axar Patel’s fitness add another layer of intrigue to the finale.
A viral video of Suryakumar Yadav playfully clearing a path for ‘Chetta’ Sanju Samson at the Thiruvananthapuram airport has captured fans’ hearts. But beneath the lighthearted banter lies immense pressure on the wicketkeeper-batter, who must deliver a strong performance in his hometown to secure his spot in India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad.
Pakistan’s hopes of competing in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 are in jeopardy—not due to performance, but politics. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is waiting for a green light from the federal government, amid rising tensions with India and uncertainty over bilateral participation.
In a losing cause, Shivam Dube’s blistering 65 off just 23 balls was the undeniable highlight of India’s 4th T20I against New Zealand. But what does this mean for his role in the team, and was captain Suryakumar Yadav’s bold six-batter strategy a step too far?
Shivam Dube’s blistering 65 off just 23 balls in Vizag wasn’t just a knock—it was proof of a stunning transformation. Once pigeonholed as a spin-hitter nurtured by Chennai Super Kings, Dube has now mastered the art of dismantling pace bowling, emerging as India’s most valuable all-round option ahead of the T20 World Cup.