The wait is officially over! The historic 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 has kicked off across the US, Canada, and Mexico. This week on Mid-Day Maidaan, we break down the brand-new 104-match format, give our predictions for the massive group stage fixtures, track the final major tournament for legends Messi and Ronaldo, and tell you exactly where you can watch it all live in India.

June 6 marks a massive day for Team India. While the Men in Blue return to action on the pitch, a massive backstage battle has reached its boiling point: Who will lead India's T20I future? With the BCCI ready to transition from Suryakumar Yadav, it's a direct, high-stakes tie between two massive IPL figures: Shreyas Iyer and Sanju Samson. We unpack the intense debate dividing Head Coach Gautam Gambhir and the national selection committee. Who brings the tactical edge, who has the consistency, and who will officially get the crown?

Join our Editor-in-Chief Sachin Kalbag and Sports Editor Ashwin Ferro in the premier episode of Mid-Day Maidaan! The duo breaks down the high-stakes drama of the IPL 2026 Grand Finale, unpacks the mind-boggling stats of the season, and tackles the burning question on every cricket fan's mind.