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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 Guardian - 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

The Independent UK

Breakdown in cricket relations with Bangladesh rings alarm bells for India’s Olympic bid

Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the men’s T20 World Cup has caused concern, with the IOC unlikely to award the 2036 Games to India if there is a risk of a boycott

The Guardian - UK

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Ponting backs Maxwell for World Cup form revival

Glenn Maxwell endured a torrid BBL campaign but Ricky Ponting sees the T20 World Cup as a perfect stage for Australia's X-factor star to find top gear.

AAP

Are England missing a trick by not taking Joe Root to the T20 World Cup?

Nerveless batter is a master of building an innings on spinning wickets and his form suggests he could have prospered in India and Sri Lanka

The Guardian - UK

Harry Brook admits Joe Root was not considered for England T20 World Cup squad

Root, in sparkling form in the ODI series win in Sri Lanka, has not played in the T20 format since 2019

The Independent UK

Pakistan set to make late call on T20 World Cup participation after Bangladesh boycott

Bangladesh have boycotted the tournament amid security concerns and been replaced by Scotland

The Independent UK

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Always in reserve: Liam Dawson’s moment beckons at T20 World Cup after decade ‘on call’ for England

Liam Dawson has made his mark on return to England’s white-ball team and will finally make his global tournament debut next month

The Guardian - UK

Liam Dawson won’t ‘overthink’ Test prospects as he prepares for T20 World Cup

The Hampshire spinner has played four Tests, having made his debut a decade ago.

The Independent UK

Bangladesh boycott brings a sad reality to T20 World Cup countdown

Swirling force of subcontinental politics and a governing body lacking in credibility has led to a far from joyous situation

The Guardian - UK

Calls grow for Smith to earn T20 World Cup call-up

Star veteran Steve Smith didn't end the BBL season with a trophy, but his hot form has at least given him a chance to earn a dream T20 World Cup call-up.

AAP

Scotland replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup after boycott

Scotland will replace Bangladesh after their request to play their matches outside of India was denied by the ICC

The Independent UK

“Chup Chaap Apna Ball Dal”: Rohit Praises Tilak Varma, Gives Fun Advice to Kuldeep Yadav

India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain, Rohit Sharma, has praised young batter Tilak Varma for his mindset and composure while also sharing a playful piece of advice for spinner Kuldeep Yadav ahead of the T20 World Cup, which gets underway on February 7.

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Bangladesh rejected after request to relocate T20 World Cup 2026 matches out of India

Scotland could replace Bangladesh at the tournament if they refuse to travel to India

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Rob Key likely to survive but T20 World Cup crucial to Brendon McCullum’s fate

While Rob Key has told ECB review of a willingness to change after the Ashes defeat, Brendon McCullum faces a potential acid test with the white-ball side

The Independent UK

Scotland could replace Bangladesh at T20 World Cup after ICC ‘issues ultimatum’

Bangladesh reportedly given 21 Jan deadline as ICC refuses to alter tournament schedule

International Business Times UK

Pakistan Considers Withdrawing from 2026 ICC T20 World Cup as Bangladesh Row with India Escalates

Pakistan signals it could withdraw from the 2026 T20 World Cup if Bangladesh's concerns about travelling to India aren't addressed. The ICC faces an unprecedented crisis with two nations potentially boycotting.

The Independent UK

Bangladesh doubles down on demand to move T20 World Cup matches out of India

Standoff with ICC continues after talks to resolve issue fail to produce breakthrough

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Australia back injured stars as squad for T20 World Cup revealed

Cummins, Hazlewood and David named for India and Sri Lanka event with Matt Kuhnemann included in spin-heavy 15-player team

AAP

Kuhnemann in, BBL stars miss out in T20 World Cup squad

Australia have announced their squad for the T20 World Cup, with a couple of notable players failing to make the cut for the event in India and Sri Lanka.

The Independent UK

Jofra Archer named in England’s T20 World Cup squad despite Ashes injury blow

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More scans for Cummins, stars tipped for T20 World Cup

The return of superstar Pat Cummins hinges on the result of back scans next month, but two of Australia's best T20 players are on track for the World Cup.

AAP

T20 World Cup watch for Tim David after injury setback

Nathan Ellis says it was shattering to see Tim David ping his hamstring in a setback that has put the star batter's T20 World Cup hopes in doubt.

AAP

Cummins no certainty for World Cup after Ashes success

Australia are "hopeful" Pat Cummins will be available for February's T20 World Cup after the Test captain was ruled out for the rest of the Ashes.

AAP

Short outlines clear pathway to next T20 World Cup

Matt Short wants to make the T20 World Cup side for Australia next year and has his sights set on key improvement to make sure he achieves that goal.

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