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  Why are Scotland picked as Bangladesh's replacement for T20 World Cup 2026 in India?

  January 24, 2026 19:35 IST

  Scotland replaced Bangladesh in the 2026 T20 World Cup after Bangladesh refused to travel to India over security concerns. The ICC has warned of replacement if Bangladesh withdraws, with Scotland likely stepping in based on rankings.

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  Bangladesh boycott T20 World Cup 2026 in India, ICC names replacement

  January 22, 2026 23:58 IST

  The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed that the team won't travel to India for the T20 World Cup 2026. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Scotland as a replacement. In the meantime, BCB President Bulbul is ready to have more dialogues with ICC.

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  Novak Djokovic chases major Grand Slam record after beating Francesco Maestrelli in Australia Open

  January 22, 2026 15:55 IST

  Novak Djokovic reached the Australian Open third round with a straight-sets win, recording his 399th Grand Slam victory. Madison Keys, Amanda Anisimova, Jessica Pegula and Ben Shelton also advanced as the tournament moved into Day 5.

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  Fixing allegation hit Bangladesh cricket again, after Sylhet Titans advisor claims 'match was sold'

  January 22, 2026 15:17 IST

  Sylhet Titans adviser Fahim Al Chowdhury alleged match-fixing after his team’s BPL playoff loss, resigning and claiming an insider betrayed the side. His late-night social media remarks have reignited controversy around the league.

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  Shubman Gill flops miserably in Ranji return against Saurashtra, Sarfaraz Khan stars

  January 22, 2026 14:59 IST

  Shubman Gill flopped on his return to Ranji Trophy. The India captain failed to open his account against Saurashtra as Punjab struggled. On the other hand, Sarfaraz Khan got going against Hyderabad. The youngster could notch up another century in domestic cricket to push for a spot in India team.

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  Sri Lanka vs England Live: When and where to watch SL vs ENG ODI series on TV and streaming?

  January 22, 2026 12:40 IST

  The three-match ODI series between England and Sri Lanka is set to get underway today at the Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The two teams will also face each other in the T20I series as well ahead of the T20 World Cup.

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  Babar Azam leaves Sydney Sixers ahead of Challenger clash in BBL amid calls to drop him

  January 22, 2026 11:39 IST

  There were calls to drop Babar Azam from the Sydney Sixers line-up for the Challenger clash in the Big Bash League. Meanwhile, Pakistan have recalled Babar to join the national camp ahead of the T20I series against Australia.

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  Glenn Phillips lauds Abhishek Sharma for 84-run knock, says 'need luck while bowling to him'

  January 22, 2026 10:42 IST

  New Zealand batter Glenn Phillips scored 78 runs in the losing cause in the 239-run chase against India in the first T20I in Nagpur on Wednesday. After the match, he lauded Abhishek Sharma for his blitzkreig of 84 runs off just 35 balls.

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  RCB want 'grey areas' to be addressed before playing IPL 2026 matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium

  January 22, 2026 9:04 IST

  Cricket remains in line to return to Chinnaswamy Stadium in IPL 2026 but the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are insisting for more clarity over the guidelines from the government. The franchise wants 'grey areas' to be addressed to play their home matches at the venue in IPL 2026.

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  Bangladesh sports advisor to meet Litton Das and his team after ICC ultimatum on T20 World Cup row

  January 22, 2026 7:32 IST

  A final decision on Bangladesh's participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 is expected today as the ICC has given the ultimatum to the BCB. On the same front, the Bangladesh sports advisor is set to meet the national cricketers and brief them about the prevailing situation.

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  Arshdeep Singh thrashes Shaheen Afridi's all-time record in T20Is, Know details

  January 22, 2026 7:02 IST

  Arshdeep Singh might have picked only one wicket in the first T20I against New Zealand, but it was enough for him to create an all-time record in the shortest format of the game. With Devon Conway's wicket, he thrashed Shaheen Afridi's record in the format.

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  Why Axar Patel walked off field mid-way during his over in IND vs NZ 1st T20I? Check here

  January 22, 2026 0:03 IST

  Axar Patel bowled 3.3 overs in India's defence of 238 against New Zealand at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur and picked one wicket before walking off the field. India won the first T20I by 48 runs.

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  How many centuries Abhishek Sharma need to break Rohit Sharma's national record of most T20I tons?

  January 21, 2026 23:39 IST

  Abhishek Sharma needs four more T20I centuries to surpass Rohit Sharma’s national record of five tons. In red-hot form ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, the young opener continues to impress with his aggressive approach at the top of the order.

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  Shivam Dube misses hat-trick chance vs New Zealand, who is only Indian player to do so in T20Is?

  January 21, 2026 23:07 IST

  Shivam Dube had the opportunity to become the second Indian cricketer to claim a hat-trick in T20Is. India eventually won the match by 48 runs and Abhishek Sharma was adjudged the Player of the Match for his heroic knock of 84 runs off 35 balls.

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  India make light work of New Zealand with thumping win in first T20I in Nagpur

  January 21, 2026 22:51 IST

  India registered a strong 48-run win against New Zealand in the first T20I of the five-match series. The Men in Blue had posted 238/7 batting first.

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  BCB hopes for 'miracle' on T20 World Cup row, board president to talk to government 'one last time'

  January 21, 2026 22:26 IST

  Bangladesh Cricket Board president Aminul Islam stated that he will talk to his government for 'one last time' and also hopes for a miracle from the ICC as their participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 hangs in the balance.

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  Woman bypasses security to approach Rohit Sharma in Indore, reveals reason in video | WATCH

  January 21, 2026 21:12 IST

  A security breach at the Indian team hotel in Indore saw a woman approach Rohit Sharma over her daughter’s critical medical condition, sparking concerns about player safety during international tours. She appealed for help from Rohit and Virat Kohli.

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  Abhishek Sharma creates world record, shatters Andre Russell's feat during IND vs NZ 1st T20I

  January 21, 2026 21:16 IST

  Abhishek Sharma has created a huge record in T20 cricket during the first T20I between India and New Zealand at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur. Sharma completed his 5000 runs in T20 cricket.

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  Suryakumar Yadav becomes fourth Indian cricketer to register major T20 milestone; joins Kohli, Rohit

  January 21, 2026 19:50 IST

  Suryakumar Yadav becomes the fourth Indian cricketer after Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan to score 9000 or more runs in T20 cricket. The India captain was under tremendous scrutiny leading to the five-match series, but the flamboyant batter has shown signs of finding form.

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  Why is Shreyas Iyer not playing in IND vs NZ 1st T20I despite being Tilak Varma's replacement?

  January 21, 2026 19:28 IST

  Shreyas Iyer has not been named in India's Playing XI for the India vs New Zealand 1st T20I despite being Tilak Varma's replacement. India lock horns against New Zealand in the first T20I of the five-match series.

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  Suryakumar Yadav breaks Babar Azam's major record in first T20I against New Zealand in Nagpur

  January 21, 2026 19:23 IST

  Suryakumar Yadav became the fastest player among full-member nations to reach 100 T20Is, breaking Babar Azam’s record in the first T20I vs New Zealand in Nagpur. Despite the milestone, his recent lack of runs remains a concern ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.

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  Why is Kuldeep Yadav not playing 1st T20I vs New Zealand in Nagpur?

  January 21, 2026 18:54 IST

  Kuldeep Yadav has been made to warm the bench in the first T20I against New Zealand in Nagpur. Varun Chakravarthy has been picked as the specialist spinner, with Axar Patel to support from time to time. New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl first.

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  Why is Tilak Varma not playing 1st T20I vs New Zealand in Nagpur?

  January 21, 2026 18:41 IST

  Tilak Varma is unavailable for the first three T20Is of the series against New Zealand. Shreyas Iyer replaced him in the squad, while Ishan Kishan has been named in the playing XI. Tilak recently underwent surgery for testicular torsion.

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  IND vs NZ 1st T20I Highlights: India register comfortable win as New Zealand look unprepared

  January 22, 2026 0:07 IST

  IND vs NZ 1st T20I Highlights: India defeated New Zealand in the first T20I of the five-match series with a brilliant all-round game at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur. Abhishek Sharma led the show with the bat, while the bowlers complemented well in the chase.

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  ICC warns Bangladesh with replacement threat for T20 World Cup 2026

  January 21, 2026 18:00 IST

  The ICC has given Bangladesh one day to confirm travel to India for the 2026 T20 World Cup, warning they will be replaced if they refuse. A board vote backed replacement, with Scotland on standby to take Bangladesh’s spot.

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  Norman Gifford, oldest-ever captain in ODI history, passes away aged 85

  January 21, 2026 17:35 IST

  Norman Gifford played in 15 Test matches for England between 1964 and 1973. He also featured in two ODIs and was England's captain in both of those matches. He is the oldest-ever captain in ODI cricket.

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  It will be strange to watch T20 World Cup from home, I have been part of every edition: Rohit Sharma

  January 21, 2026 17:34 IST

  Rohit Sharma said it will feel strange watching the T20 World Cup from home after playing every edition so far. Though he doesn’t miss T20Is, he misses the World Cup experience and plans to watch matches from the stadium.

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  Will RCB play IPL 2026 matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium? KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad reveals details

  January 21, 2026 16:20 IST

  KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad shared details if Chinnaswamy Stadium can host IPL 2026 matches. He said that the remainder of the work will be done in due course and the ground will be ready, before adding that the defending champions haven't communicated anything to the authorities.