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How a shambolic T20 World Cup could lead to redemption for England

Brendon McCullum’s England have the tools to seize glory amid a backdrop of turmoil between hosts India, fierce rivals Pakistan, and the now withdrawn Bangladesh

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Sri Lanka Cricket asks Pakistan to reconsider boycott of India game at Twenty20 World Cup

A Sri Lankan cricket official says the sport's national governing body has formally asked Pakistan to reconsider its planned boycott of a Twenty20 World Cup game with India next week

The Independent UK

T20 Cricket World Cup 2026: Best bets and predictions

Jonathan Doidge makes his picks for the World T20 using odds from the best betting sites

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IPL Players Who Earned More From Brand Deals Than Cricket

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has changed cricket forever. While it made players rich through match fees and contracts, it also turned cricketers into global celebrities and marketing powerhouses. For several IPL stars, earnings from brand endorsements, social media promotions, and business ventures now far exceed what they make from…

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‘I would call it a miracle’: Italy’s motley crew prepare for T20 Cricket World Cup

Team of pizza-makers and teachers brought together by a passion for the sport hope to win hearts back at home

The Guardian - UK

Italy's World Cup debut: Cricket team on the rise as storied soccer team falters

These are dark times for Italy’s storied but ailing soccer team but salvation comes in the form of the Azzurri’s unheralded cricketers

The Independent UK

Black Cap dad fires NRL dream for Dolphins rookie Su'a

Dolphins rookie Sebastian Su'a aspires to reach the greatest heights in rugby league like his father Murphy Su'a did in cricket, with Daniel Saifiti as mentor.

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Brendon McCullum denies running ‘loose ship’ with England as he defends Harry Brook

Brook has been in the eye of a storm since news emerged of his altercation with a nightclub bouncer in New Zealand late last year

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Brendon McCullum hits back at ‘out of order’ criticism and defends Harry Brook

The England head coach did not hold back in an extensive interview after the T20 series victory in Sri Lanka.

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MS Dhoni Backs Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Says Performance and Fitness Matter More Than Age

As India begin shaping their roadmap towards the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, former captain MS Dhoni has firmly backed senior stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, stressing that performance and fitness—not age—should decide a player’s future in ODI cricket.

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What to know: India aims for consecutive T20 World Cup titles, Sri Lanka utilizing home advantage

India is chasing a third Twenty20 World Cup title as the 2026 edition it is co-hosting with Sri Lanka kicks off Saturday

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Pakistan's boycott of a game against India looms over cricket's T20 World Cup

Pakistan's looming boycott of a game against India threatens to overshadow cricket's Twenty20 World Cup

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Veteran Patterson still dreams of more Test cricket

Kurtis Patterson will play his 100th Sheffield Shield match for NSW this week and is still hopeful of reaching higher honours in the twilight of his career.

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Sam Curran excited for World Cup after shining in tight win against Sri Lanka

The Surrey man hit 58 from 54 balls to lead his side’s recovery in the 12-run victory on Tuesday.

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England complete T20 series sweep as spinners shine after batting struggle

Will Jacks claimed three for 14 and Jacob Bethell four for 11 as England recorded their lowest successful defence in T20 cricket.

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Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams was a shining light in bleak times – the BBC has shelved its most life-affirming show

COMMENT: Flintoff and his young cricketers brought such joyous TV to our screens, writes Rachel McGrath. We need to see more of that, especially during this onslaught of harrowing headlines

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Sublime Thomas Rew leads England into U19 Cricket World Cup final

The England captain’s hundred helped his side to victory over Australia in Zimbabwe

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Pat Cummins: ’Australia don’t have to look too far back to find form’

The Test captain will follow the men’s T20 World Cup from home but is confident the team can shake off their lacklustre warmup matches

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Laws of Cricket changed to allow previously ‘illegal’ bats

Laminated bats will now be permitted at all but the elite level of the game

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Rohit Sharma Calls Padma Shri a Special Moment, Reaffirms Commitment to Indian Cricket

Former India captain Rohit Sharma expressed heartfelt gratitude after being conferred the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, calling it a deeply special moment for himself and his family while reaffirming his commitment to contributing to India’s success on the field.

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Pakistan boycott shows growing divide between cricket’s commercial needs and political reality

Latest row to hit the T20 World Cup raises difficult questions for the sport’s governing body, with a lucrative TV deal to protect amid the toxic politics

The Independent UK

Pakistan head to T20 World Cup amid sanctions threat after India match boycott call

Pakistan’s cricket team are heading for the World Cup after confirming they will boycott their group match against India

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Jos Buttler has no plans to end England career after setting appearance record

Buttler surpassed James Anderson’s tally of England matches across all formats with his 402nd cap against Sri Lanka on Sunday.

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BCCI Backs ICC’s Stand on Sportsmanship After Pakistan Boycotts India T20 World Cup Match

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday said it fully supports the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) position on sportsmanship following Pakistan’s decision to boycott its group-stage match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

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Aussie teens set for 'youth Ashes' World Cup semi-final

After Australia's Ashes triumph, the country's top teenage cricketers will seek to emulate their seniors by defeating England in the U19 World Cup semi-final.

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