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NZ make World Cup semis after bold Pakistan bid fails

New Zealand have made the semis at the T20 World Cup after Pakistan beat Sri Lanka but not by enough runs to steal the last-four place from the Black Caps.

AAP

Sri Lankan baker wins Paris' best traditional baguette competition: "I never thought I would win"

The Bakers Union headquarters in Paris is a cathedral for aspiring bakers and rising debutantes. 'Bread is god' in the city, they say, and this institution continues to produce many such god-makers for the world. One of them was recently crowned for crafting the best traditional baguette in Paris.

The Times of India

What’s at stake for England at the T20 World Cup today?

England will face New Zealand in their final Super 8s game at the T20 World Cup on Friday. England have already qualified for the T20 World Cup semi-finals following victories over Sri Lanka and Pakistan. However, they are yet to secure top spot in the group, so it remains unclear…

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NZ ace Ravindra spins Sri Lanka out of T20 World Cup

Disciplined New Zealand have excelled with bat and ball to send co-hosts Sri Lanka spinning out of the T20 World Cup in Colombo.

AAP

Sri Lanka police arrest former intelligence chief in connection with 2019 bombings

Police in Sri Lanka say they have arrested the country’s former intelligence chief in connection with suicide bomb attacks in 2019

The Independent UK

4 Powerful Lord Shiva Temples Outside India You Should Visit

Lord Shiva, the supreme deity of Hinduism, is also known as Trikaal Darshi or the seer of the three periods of time. Being the Adi Yogi who is engaged in deep meditation, Maha Dev has absolute knowledge of everything that is happening throughout the universe. Therefore, not just in India,…

Times Life

England in sight of semi-finals but face another trial by spin against Pakistan

Harry Brook’s side have been unconvincing against the turning ball and will face a team that has an attack packed with spinning options

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Harry Brook hails Jacks of all trades as Will inspires England win

The all-rounder made a crucial 21 before taking three for 22 to dismiss Sri Lanka for 95

The Independent UK

Will Jacks stars for England as Sri Lanka flail with bat in T20 World Cup

England were restricted to 146 for nine but roared back to beat the co-hosts by 51 runs with both teams struggling to score in Pallekele

The Guardian - UK

England clinches 12th consecutive T20 win over Sri Lanka

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The Independent UK

England on verge of T20 World Cup semi-finals after bowlers secure crucial Sri Lanka win

England beat co-hosts by 51 runs in opening match of the Super 8s phase

Evening Standard

Will Jacks and Jofra Archer excel with ball as England secure win over Sri Lanka

Archer collected two top-order wickets as Sri Lanka collapsed in the powerplay and lost by 51 runs.

The Independent UK

T20 World Cup Super 8s: Sri Lanka v England – as it happened

Will Jacks leads an excellent England bowling display as they pocket a win against stuttering Sri Lanka in the Super Eights

The Guardian - UK

How to watch England vs Sri Lanka: Free Streams, TV Channels & Preview for Super 8 Match

Here's how to watch England vs Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2026 streams as spin, power, and pressure collide in this Super 8 clash.

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The Independent UK

Captain Harry Brook says England can look forward with confidence

Brendon McCullum’s team scraped through a group containing one Test nation at the T20 World Cup.

AAP

'Pretty hollow': Zampa's desolation at World Cup exit

Australia's key spinner Adam Zampa has been hard on himself after their early T20 World Cup exit, saying he feels "hollow" about the Sri Lanka capitulation.

The Independent UK

Buddhist monks rally in Sri Lanka to pressure the government for a wider role in affairs of state

Hundreds of Buddhist monks have rallied in the capital of Sri Lanka to protest alleged government disrespect of their religion and disregard for a long-standing tradition that they be consulted in matters of state

The Guardian - UK

World T20 Super 8s guide: India still team to beat but Curran can inspire England

Power-hitting co-hosts are hot favourites despite playing in strongest group, while Sri Lanka and New Zealand will fancy chance of making final

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The Independent UK

Australia’s early T20 World Cup exit not caused by prioritising Ashes, insists head coach

Australia crashed out of the T20 World Cup this week after defeats by Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka

The Independent UK

Michael Vaughan urges England captain Harry Brook to deliver in big games

Brook made a stunning hundred in Sri Lanka last month to lead England to an ODI series success before their 3-0 win in the T20s.

Times Life

If Ravana Was Evil, Why Is He Worshipped in Some Places?

“रामो विग्रहवान् धर्मः” Rama is the embodiment of dharma. This declaration from the Valmiki Ramayana sets the tone for how generations have understood the epic. Rama represents righteousness. Ravana represents adharma. Every year on Dussehra, his effigy is burned to symbolize the destruction of evil. Yet here is a question…

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka MPs vote overwhelmingly to scrap their pensions in post-crisis reform move

Sri Lankan legislators have overwhelmingly voted to scrap their pensions, as the Marxist-leaning government fulfills a key campaign promise

The Independent UK

Australia crash out of T20 World Cup as rain sends Zimbabwe through

Zimbabwe’s abandoned clash with Ireland sent the African side through to the Super 8s and confirmed a humiliating exit for Australia in Sri Lanka

AAP

Australia blow flying start and face T20 World Cup exit

Australia face an early T20 World Cup exit despite Mitch Marsh and Travis Head's 104-run opening stand after Sri Lanka chased down a home record 182.

The Guardian - AU

Sri Lanka beat Australia by eight wickets: T20 World Cup cricket – as it happened

Pathum Nissanka hits remarkable century as Sri Lanka beat Australia by eight wickets to leave Mitchell Marsh’s side on the brink of elimination

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