Opener Sharma’s blistering 35-ball 84 powers India to massive 238-7 before Varun Chakravarthy’s 2-37 helps the hosts overwhelm NZ by 48 runs in opening T20I at Nagpur; Glenn Phillips’s 78 off 40 deliveries goes in vain
22 January,2026 09:29 AM IST | AgenciesNew Zealand won the series 2-1. Mitchell scored two hundreds during the rubber
22 January,2026 08:56 AM IST | PTI“Yeah, I think we were about 20 runs short with the bat. Even in the Powerplay, we weren’t able to execute properly — both with bat and ball, and that’s been a concern for us throughout this tournament. We really need to push ourselves more in that phase of the game,” said Kaur.
22 January,2026 09:00 AM IST | IANSThe decision was taken at an ICC Board meeting held via video conference, which was convened to discuss the situation after the BCB raised concerns and sought a change in venues.
22 January,2026 09:02 AM IST | PTILeft-arm spin bowling all-rounder Shams Mulani, who is Mumbai’s leading wicket-taker with 28 scalps so far, insists the team must concentrate on each session at a time to get the better of the Hyderabad side
22 January,2026 09:07 AM IST | Subodh MayureThe inaugural ETPL marks a significant step for the game in a region long considered underdeveloped in cricketing terms. “To me, Europe is the last frontier of cricket, and that’s why I’m involved," said Waugh
22 January,2026 09:09 AM IST | PTIGreat Britain’s Emma Raducanu, seeded 28th, admits struggles during shock 6-7, 2-6 second round defeat to World No. 55 Anastasia Potapova of Austria
22 January,2026 09:14 AM IST | AgenciesManchester City striker Erling Haaland accepts responsibility for not scoring and issues apology to fans after humiliating 1-3 defeat to Bodo/Glimt
22 January,2026 09:17 AM IST | AgenciesUS tennis ace Taylor reveals holding up racquet to face intruders during London holiday with Morgan
22 January,2026 09:28 AM IST | A CorrespondentPraggnanandhaa dented white’s pawn structure on the queen side but it wasn’t enough in the end as the players reached a drawn queen and pawns endgame
22 January,2026 09:19 AM IST | AgenciesSindhu registered a hard-fought 22-20, 21-18 win over Japan’s Manami Suizu while former World No. 1 Srikanth, currently ranked 33rd in the world, beat world No. 22 Koki Watanabe of Japan 21-15, 21-23, 24-22
22 January,2026 09:23 AM IST | AgenciesSupport from openers Atharv Kale, who contributed a steady 50 off 126 balls, and Neil Naik’s useful 38 off 95 deliveries ensured the scoring rate remained healthy without the batters taking any unnecessary risks.
22 January,2026 09:25 AM IST | Rufus VedanayagamIn the WPL 2026 match against Gujarat Giants (GG), UP Warriorz (UPW) captain Meg Lanning won the toss and elected to bowl first
22 January,2026 07:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe International Cricket Council (ICC) has rejected BCB's request to move its World Cup matches out of India. The T20 World Cup 2026, set to kick off from February 7, will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka
22 January,2026 06:17 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRavichandran Ashwin noticed that Suryakumar looked in good touch and said this will be a big positive for the batsman. He also feels that Team India's management is backing all-rounder Shivam Dube to be handy with the ball as well
22 January,2026 06:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDuring the match, opening batsman Abhishek Sharma delivered a blistering knock. Facing just 35 deliveries, he smashed 84 runs, with the help of five boundaries and eight maximums. After the victory, Team India's pacer Arshdeep Singh said that he tries to enjoy the game
22 January,2026 04:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHaving put to chase a target of 239 runs, the "Black Caps" managed to score 190 runs for the loss of seven wickets in 20 overs. Glenn Phillips accumulated 78 runs off just 40 deliveries, which was laced with four boundaries and six maximums
21 January,2026 11:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKristian Clarke is set to make his T20I debut for New Zealand, whereas Michael Bracewell will miss out on the clash due to a calf niggle
21 January,2026 09:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe "Men in Blue" will begin their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against the United States of America on February 7 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai
21 January,2026 09:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVarun noted that Suryakumar Yadav has lost most of his wickets in the power play. He also feels that the right-handed batsman is trying to play his lap shot early in the matches
21 January,2026 09:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe first T20I match between Team India and New Zealand is scheduled to be played on Wednesday at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday
21 January,2026 09:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud
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Beginning January 20, the State Department is launching the FIFA Priority Appointment Schedule System, known as FIFA PASS, a programme designed specifically for World Cup ticket holders who require US visas, a senior State Department official said
21 January,2026 10:27 AM IST | Washington | IANSIn bombshell statement Brooklyn Beckham reveals reasons behind feud with parents David and Victoria; says they are ruining his relationship with wife Nicola Peltz
“I’m frustrated that after 60 minutes we started to become sloppy [vs Burnley]. We have to address that on Wednesday, because it will be a very, very difficult game," said van Dijk
The event kicked off with a grand opening ceremony at Girgaon Chowpatty, emphasizing sportsmanship and the importance of these trials for Indian athletes
22 January,2026 06:42 PM IST | Mumbai | A CorrespondentADVERTISEMENT
