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  Why is Kane Williamson not playing for New Zealand vs India in T20 World Cup final?

  Cricket | March 08, 2026 18:44 IST

  India and New Zealand are facing each other in the final of the T20 World Cup for the first time today. India are aiming for their third World Cup title and will also look to defend their trophy while New Zealand will be keen to lift the trophy for the first time. But why is Williamson not playing?

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  Why is Trent Boult not playing vs India in T20 World Cup 2026 final clash in Ahmedabad?

  Cricket | March 08, 2026 18:49 IST

  India host New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, the Kiwis will not have the trio of Trent Boult, Tim Southee and Kane Williamson for the first time in many years as they have retired from the format.

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  IND vs NZ Final Live score: India win T20 World Cup for third time, beat New Zealand by 96 runs

  Cricket | March 09, 2026 0:29 IST

  India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final of the T20 World Cup to lift the trophy for the record third time in history. India also became the first host nation to win the T20 World Cup and also defend their title having won the previous edition in 2024.

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  Rohit Sharma explains psyche behind viral pep-talk to Sanju Samson before India's opening game

  Cricket | March 08, 2026 17:40 IST

  Rohit Sharma revealed the reason behind his viral pep talk with Sanju Samson before India’s T20 World Cup opener. After being dropped initially, Samson stayed patient and later shone with key knocks against West Indies and England, proving Rohit’s belief right.

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  IND vs NZ: History suggests why toss would be extremely critical in T20 World Cup final

  Cricket | March 08, 2026 16:42 IST

  India and New Zealand will lock horns in the T20 World Cup final in a few hours from now at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match is set to start at 7 PM IST and the toss will take place at 6:30 PM which will be extremely critical for both teams.

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  T20 World Cup winners list: Full history of Champions and runners-up (2007-2026)

  Cricket | March 08, 2026 22:41 IST

  Here's the complete T20 World Cup winners list from 2007 to 2026. India won the inaugural edition in 2007 and 2024 while several other teams have earned the crown over the course of nine editions. India became the first team to win the tournament three times today.

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  IND vs NZ pitch report: How will surface at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad play for the final

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 22:45 IST

  All eyes are on the pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. Here's the latest pitch report of the venue with less than 24 hours for the summit clash to get underway.

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  IND vs NZ: 3 Players who can help India win the T20 World Cup final vs New Zealand

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 21:38 IST

  Team India will be out to defy history on Sunday in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand. All 11 players of the team will certainly give their best shot for the team. But here are three Indian players who can make the difference and help the team win the World Cup.

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  Axar Patel was not happy when we dropped him, reveals Suryakumar Yadav ahead of T20 World Cup final

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 19:39 IST

  Team India's decision to drop Axar Patel for the Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup came under the scanner as they lost the clash by 76 runs. Ahead of the final, Surya has revealed that the all-rounder wasn't happy after he was not included in the playing XI for the game.

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  IND vs NZ T20 World Cup final: Looking back at 3 thrilling finals before the 4th battle in Ahmedabad

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 18:58 IST

  India and New Zealand will face each other in an ICC final for the fourth time in history. The two teams locked horns in the Champions Trophy final almost exactly a year ago and India won for the first time against them. Here's what happened in all three earlier matches:

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  Mitchell Santner fine with New Zealand being underdogs even in T20 World Cup final

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 17:37 IST

  New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is aware that his team is not the favourites to win the T20 World Cup final. India are the favourites as they are the hosts and given their record in the lead up to the World Cup. But Santner is happy with the underdogs tag and is keen to break a few hearts.

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  ‘Might break a few hearts to lift the trophy’ - Santner’s cheeky response to World Cup possibility

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 15:05 IST

  Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 final, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner gave a cheeky reply about winning in front of 1.4 billion Indians, saying they “might break a few hearts to lift the trophy.” He stressed T20 is a game of moments and put pressure on India, the home side.

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  Railways announces special train from Delhi to Ahmedabad for T20 World Cup final

  Cricket | March 07, 2026 12:31 IST

  Railway will run a special train from New Delhi to Sabarmati for fans travelling to Ahmedabad to watch the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand at Narendra Modi Stadium on March 8. Train 04062 departs at 11:45 PM with 19 AC coaches via Gurugram and Jaipur.

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  Suspense around Ahmedabad pitch for IND vs NZ T20 World Cup final ends: Details here

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 23:45 IST

  The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has always been under scrutiny as it never suited Team India in the ICC events. They lost to Australia in the World Cup final in 2023 and also went down to South Africa in the Super 8 round of ongoing T20 WC. How will be the pitch for T20 WC final?

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  Glenn Phillips hopes Jasprit Bumrah has an off day in T20 World Cup final, 'He's also a human'

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 22:14 IST

  New Zealand cricketer Glenn Phillips is hoping that Jasprit Bumrah has an off day in the T20 World Cup final on Sunday. Bumrah was the difference between the two teams when India defeated England by seven runs in a high-scoring semifinal on Wednesday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

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  ‘Take her to Ahmedabad’: Viral girl’s emotional prayer before IND vs ENG semifinal wins hearts

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 21:04 IST

  India defeated England by seven runs in the second semifinal of the T20 World Cup to enter the final. However, a little girl is now going viral who was spotted praying during the national anthem before the match started. Fans are demanding to take her to Ahmedabad as well.

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  IND vs NZ: Team India players reach Ahmedabad ahead of T20 World Cup final on Sunday - Watch video

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 20:29 IST

  India are set to face New Zealand in the final of the T20 World Cup on Sunday, March 8, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Two days ahead of the summit clash, the Indian team reached Ahmedabad today and will train at the venue on Saturday.

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  IND vs NZ: 3 New Zealand players India need to be wary of in T20 World Cup final

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 19:08 IST

  India and New Zealand will lock horns in the final of the T20 World Cup on Sunday, March 8. The Kiwis have once again punched above their weight to make it to their second consecutive ICC final. Here are 3 New Zealand players India need to be wary of in the T20 World Cup final

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  Sunil Gavaskar gives massive compliment to India's T20 WC semifinal hero

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 18:19 IST

  Several Indian players played a crucial role in India's semifinal win over England, which witnessed a stunning 499 runs being scored in 40 overs. Meanwhile, Sunil Gavaskar has come up with a massive compliment for one of the best players in the semifinal win for India.

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  ICC confirms match officials for India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup final on Sunday

  Cricket | March 06, 2026 17:09 IST

  The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the list of match officials for the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. The summit clash is set to take place on March 8 (Sunday) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.