international cricket

Thiruvananthapuram, March 9 – India’s wicketkeeper-batter, Sanju Samson, received a warm welcome at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Monday, as fans gathered to celebrate his heroic performance in India’s successful campaign at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.Fans greeted the Kerala...

Colombo, March 9 – Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Monday the appointment of former South African cricketer Gary Kirsten as the new head coach of the national men's team, effective from April 15.Kirsten, who had a distinguished international career representing South Africa, served as the...

Colombo, March 9 Former India World Cup-winning coach Gary Kirsten was appointed as the head coach of the Sri Lanka cricket team on a two-year contract, starting April 15.Kirsten, a former South Africa opener who later built a successful reputation as a coach, will remain in the role until...

Ahmedabad, March 9 New Zealand captain Mitch Santner admitted his team was outplayed by India in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final, but added that he remained proud of his players’ efforts despite the 96-run defeat at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.On a mixed pitch, New Zealand...

New Delhi, March 9 – Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar lauded Sanju Samson, the key architect of India’s T20 World Cup triumph, for his rise from failure to three outstanding performances, saying that the wicketkeeper batter has achieved a full circle in his career.At the Narendra Modi Stadium...

Ahmedabad, March 9 Former India captain MS Dhoni congratulated the Indian team after their historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, saying it was a “pleasure” to watch the side create history with their dominant performance in the final against New Zealand.India scripted a remarkable...

Ahmedabad, March 9: India's head coach Gautam Gambhir said his focus was never solely on inheriting a successful team, but on building a new identity for the team through fearless and aggressive cricket. This came after India made history, becoming the first team to defend the ICC Men's T20...

Mumbai, March 9 Bollywood celebrities, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Suniel Shetty, Vicky Kaushal, and many others, celebrated Team India's historic victory at the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup on their respective social media accounts.Actress Anushka Sharma...

Ahmedabad, March 9 New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner expressed pride in his team's performance in the tournament despite their defeat in the final of the 2026 T20 World Cup against co-hosts India, acknowledging that they were outplayed by a strong team in front of a passionate home crowd...

Ahmedabad, March 8 India's triumphant captain Suryakumar Yadav on Sunday hailed Jasprit Bumrah as a "national treasure", using the most appropriate term for the talismanic pacer after his incredible bowling in the T20 World Cup.With their 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final match...

Ahmedabad, March 8 Cricketing icon Virat Kohli, a member of the victorious 2024 squad, praised India on Sunday for winning back-to-back T20 World Cup titles, saying there was no match for the explosive cricket played by Suryakumar Yadav and Co.Kohli had announced his retirement from the...

Ahmedabad, March 8: India wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson said that constant guidance from legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar had helped him overcome setbacks and shaped his performances in the tournament, which contributed to the team's victory in the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup."To be...

Ahmedabad, March 8 – After a dominant 96-run victory over New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final, Indian players shared their thoughts on the historic win, which clinched their third title in the event, expressing their emotions.In defending a massive 255/5, Bumrah used his effective...

Ahmedabad, March 8 – The ghosts of the past were finally laid to rest at the Narendra Modi Stadium as India delivered a masterclass against New Zealand to retain their ICC T20 World Cup title with a 96-run win on Sunday.In a poetic reversal of fortune at the very venue that once hosted their...

Ahmedabad, March 8 – India clinched the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title with a dominant victory over New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Sunday, with congratulatory messages pouring in from several political leaders, including Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel...

New Delhi, March 8 Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan congratulated the Indian cricket team on Sunday for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and successfully defending the title, calling it a proud and historic moment for the nation.In a post on X, the Vice-President praised the Indian team...

New Delhi, March 8 Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated the Indian cricket team on Sunday for winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, praising the players for their outstanding performance and determination throughout the tournament.In a post on X, HM Shah described the victory as a proud...

Ahmedabad, March 8 Suryakumar Yadav appeared particularly cheerful after Tilak Varma successfully caught a ball hit by Jacob Duffy, a far cry from the elation the Indian team might have felt after winning the T20 World Cup, achieving a 96-run victory over New Zealand in their home ground on...

New Delhi, March 8 President Droupadi Murmu congratulated the Indian cricket team on Sunday for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, describing the victory as a historic achievement that has brought immense pride and joy to the nation.In a post on X, @rashtrapatibhvn (the official account of...

Ahmedabad, March 8 Playing a crucial role in India's triumphant campaign, every member of the Indian team contributed significantly during the one-month T20 World Cup.In a 20-team ICC event, India's team stood out with a number of match-winners, each capable of turning the game in their favor...