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'We’ll have the upper hand' - USA's Ali Khan confident of beating Pakistan at T20 World Cup 2026

USA fast bowler Ali Khan has expressed strong confidence ahead of his team's clash against Pakistan at the T20 World Cup 2026, saying the Americans will have the upper hand when the two teams meet again.

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WPL 2026: Delhi Capitals’ Lizelle Lee penalised with fine and demerit point following umpire confrontation over her controversial dismissal

Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 witnessed a high-octane clash on January 20, as Delhi Capitals (DC) Women faced off against Mumbai Indians (MI) Women in the 13th match of the season at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 21

Abhishek Sharma Hits 84 off 35 in 1st T20I vs NZ, Breaks Multiple Records in Nagpur

The T20I home series for India against New Zealand began in Nagpur with their players executing quick runs and executing aggressive batting techniques.

Abhishek Sharma News / Crictoday / January 21

Abhishek Sharma enters record books, becomes the first batter to…

Indian opener Abhishek Sharma scripted a new world record as he became the first batter to score eight T20I fifties in 25 or fewer balls. The southpaw amassed 84 runs off 35 balls, with the help of 8 sixes and 5 fours in the first T20I between India and New Zealand in Nagpur.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 21

Former Australian pacer Ryan Harris picks his top 5 batters of all-time

Former Australian fast bowler Ryan Harris has revealed his personal list of the top five batters of all time, drawing from those he faced during his international career.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 21

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants Women vs UP Warriorz Women 14th T20 Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between GG-W vs UPW-W T20 match?

UP Warriorz Women is gearing up to face the Gujarat Giants Women in their sixth match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 21

Ex-England Spinner Norman Gifford Dies At 85

England Cricket Board: Former England and Worcestershire left-arm spinner Norman Gifford has died at the age of 85 after a long illness, the England Cricket Board confirmed on Wednesday.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 21

Rohit Sharma issues warning to Suryakumar Yadav regarding his form

Suryakumar Yadav‘s batting form has become a worry for India as they prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup on home turf. Having been the No. 1 T20I batter for nearly two years, his struggles in 2025 have raised questions.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 21

Kolkata Knight Riders appoints new fielding coach ahead of IPL 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have strengthened their backroom setup ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season by appointing former Rajasthan Royals (RR) wicketkeeper-batter as their new fielding coach.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 21

1st T20I: What We Fetch For Is Excellence And Victory For The Country, Says Chakaravarthy

T20 World Cup: India wrist-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy said his focus remains on excellence and contributing to the team’s success, as it begins the final lap of preparation for the Men’s T20 World Cup via the series opener against New Zealand at the New VCA Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 21

REVELAED: The ‘Bangladesh’ reason behind James Neesham absence from IND vs NZ 1st T20I in Nagpur

The high-stakes five-match T20I series between India and New Zealand began on January 21, 2026, at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. This series is a critical final rehearsal for both nations ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup scheduled for February.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 21

REVEALED: The ‘Bangladesh’ reason behind James Neesham absence from IND vs NZ 1st T20I in Nagpur

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 21

1st T20I: Kishan Returns As NZ Elect To Bowl Against India, Clarke Handed Debut

India T20I: New Zealand have won the toss and elected to bowl against India in the opening match of a five-game T20I series at the VCA Stadium on Wednesday, with pacer Kristian Clarke handed a debut cap.

Gautam Gambhir News / Cricketnmore / January 21

'The Man With The Toughest Job After PM,' Says Tharoor After Meeting Gambhir

New VCA Stadium: Congress MP and noted author Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday shared warm words of appreciation for Gautam Gambhir, head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, after meeting the former India batter in Nagpur ahead of the first T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand at the New VCA Stadium in Jamtha.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 21

ICC Warns Bangladesh to Play T20 World Cup in India or Be Replaced

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a final warning to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) regarding their refusal to play the 2026 T20 World Cup matches in India.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 21

T20 World Cup 2026: ICC rejects BCB's demand to relocate matches

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will proceed as scheduled with Bangladesh’s matches to be played in India.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 21

India vs New Zealand Who Won the Toss Today? – 1st T20I Toss Update

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has won the toss and elected to bowl first in the first T20I against India on January 21. “We will bowl first. It is a good wicket, and it is going to be a high-scoring match.

Hardik Pandya News / Cricket Times / January 21

Varun Aaron breaks down two technical traits that make Hardik Pandya stand out among Indian batters

Former India fast bowler Varun Aaron has offered a detailed technical insight into what makes Hardik Pandya a unique batting force in India’s T20I setup.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 21

IND vs NZ 2026: Why is Tilak Varma not playing in India vs New Zealand 1st T20I

India and New Zealand are all set to square off in the first T20I of the five-match series at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 21

'Made a terrible mistake': England white ball captain apologizes after October altercation with hotel bouncer in New Zealand

England white-ball captain Harry Brook has publicly apologized following a late-night altercation with a nightclub bouncer in Wellington, New Zealand, in October 2025.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 21

IND vs NZ 2026: Aakash Chopra picks India XI for 1st T20I, no place for Rinku Singh

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has picked his India XI for the first T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand, set to be played on January 21 in Nagpur.

Cricket News / Cricfit / January 21

Harry Brook Admits “Terrible Mistake” After Nightclub Incident

England white-ball captain Harry Brook openly conceded that he had committed a significant error in judgment during the team’s tour of New Zealand in October 2025.

Cricket News / Cricfit / January 21

- Indian Team Put In Final Practice Ahead Of New Zealand T20I

The Indian cricket team was seen undergoing a focused and energetic practice session in Nagpur ahead of the opening T20I against New Zealand. Hardik Pandya was actively involved throughout the session, balancing his preparation between batting and bowling as he worked on match-specific drills.

Cricket News / Cricfit / January 21

BCCI Awaits Election Timeline to Finalise IPL Schedule

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is yet to lock in the full schedule for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season as it continues to wait for official confirmation of election dates.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 21

'Has never been consistent' - Irfan Pathan's blunt take on Sanju Samson ahead of New Zealand T20Is

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan did not mince words while speaking on Sanju Samson's batting inconsistency ahead of India's 20-over series against New Zealand.