Iraq’s national football team will travel to Mexico for a 2026 World Cup playoff match on March 31, despite calls for postponement due to the ongoing Middle East war. The Iraq Football Association confirmed the team’s departure via private plane, having secured FIFA’s assistance for travel amid regional flight disruptions.
India’s Sanju Samson lauded opening partner Abhishek Sharma, calling their partnership ‘fire and fire’ and a natural Kerala-Punjabi blend. Samson highlighted Abhishek’s bravery and composure, enjoying their strong on and off-field camaraderie. Their explosive partnership in the T20 World Cup final propelled India to a record third title win.
Ricky Ponting lauded Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership during India’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, highlighting his ability to guide the team despite personal batting struggles. Ponting emphasized Yadav’s crucial role in managing players like Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson, whose resurgence under pressure proved vital to India’s success.
Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 98-run opening partnership powered India to a massive 255/5 in the T20 World Cup final. India secured a commanding 96-run victory, clinching their third T20 World Cup title and becoming the first host nation to defend the crown. Samson lauded their ‘fire and fire’ partnership, highlighting their natural understanding … Read more
Twenty-five years on, Sachin Tendulkar revisits India’s iconic 2001 Eden Gardens Test win against Australia. He recalls the team’s belief after a Mumbai defeat, the magic of Laxman and Dravid’s partnership, and his own surprise bowling spell that broke Australia’s resistance. This victory significantly boosted India’s confidence and remains a career highlight.
Southern Braves’ head coach Hemang Badani emphasised sticking to their auction plan, prioritising team balance over external narratives as debate rages over Pakistan players’ involvement in The Hundred. While Pakistani players were considered, the franchise secured key overseas and local talent like Adil Rashid and Nikhil Chaudhary, focusing on acquiring the best available skill sets … Read more
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes this IPL season could be MS Dhoni’s last for Chennai Super Kings. Pathan emphasized Dhoni’s crucial role in team unity and grooming future leaders, even if his playing time is limited. He suggested CSK aims for a title win to give the legend a fitting farewell.
The BCCI has no say in Sunrisers signing Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed for The Hundred. This is an overseas league. The franchise faces social media criticism. Owner Kavya Maran is targeted. The official X account of Sunrisers Leeds was reportedly suspended. The BCCI cannot intervene in this matter. The franchise has not issued a statement.
Chennai Super Kings aim for a record sixth IPL title in 2026, bolstered by Sanju Samson’s arrival. Experts believe Samson’s aggressive batting and presence will ease pressure on captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and solve CSK’s opening woes. The team also appears to be building for the future with a mix of youth and experience.