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Reports: Shubman Gill informed about T20 World Cup snub shortly before squad announcement

After a disappointing run with the willow in the shortest format, Shubman Gill has been left out of India's squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup. During his wretched run of form, Shubman scored just 291 runs from his last 15 T20Is at an average of 24.25 and a strike rate of 137.26.

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Conway Becomes First NZ Batter To Hit Double Test Ton And Century In Same Match

The West Indies: Devon Conway etched his name into New Zealand cricket history with a rare and outstanding feat during the third and final Test against the West Indies at Bay Oval as the left-handed opener became the first New Zealander to score both a double-century and a century in the same Test match.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 21

Not informed before dropping! Star player not communicated before snubbing from the T20 WC Squad

In a very shocking outcome, the Indian vice-captain Shubman Gill was reportedly not informed by the BCCI team management about dropping him, even though the decision had been taken much earlier.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 21

England unable to hold out as Australia retain the Ashes

Australia beat England by 82 runs to take a 3-0 series lead and retain the Ashes urn on day five of the third Test in Adelaide.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 20

The 10 moments that decided the Ashes

Australia have regained the Ashes after winning the first three Tests against England down under once again - here are the 10 moments that decided the destination of the urn.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20

Ashes 2025-26: Australia vs England Highlights & Review – 3rd Test

Australia retained the Ashes urn after winning the third Test against England by 82 runs at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday, December 21. Pat Cummins and Co.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 20

The moment that Australia retained the Ashes

Marnus Labuschagne takes the catch from Josh Tongue as England are bowled out for 352, giving Australia an 82 run win and a 3-0 series lead to retain The Ashes on day five in Adelaide.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 20

'Test career over for now?' - Ashes player ratings

Chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt marks the performances of the Australia and England teams after the third Test in Adelaide.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 21

Australia beat England by 82 runs in 3rd Ashes Test, take 3-0 lead

Australia defeated England by 82 runs in the third Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval. With their third consecutive victory, Australia have retained the Ashes.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 20

'That's the wicket' - Labuschagne takes brilliant grab to dismiss Jacks

Marnus Labuschagne takes another brilliant catch at slip as Will Jacks is dismissed for 47 to leave England on 337-8 on day five of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / December 20

England beaten to lose another Ashes in Australia

England's Bazball regime is in tatters as yet another Ashes series in Australia is lost at the earliest possible opportunity.

Nathan Lyon News / CricTracker / December 20

Ashes 2025-26: Nathan Lyon sustains hamstring injury before Lunch on Day 5, set to miss remaining Test match

Nathan Lyon injured himself while trying to chase the ball in the deep and was forced to leave the field in the first session on Day 5 of the third Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday, December 21.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 20

Resilient West Indies pass the follow-on on the 3rd day of the 3rd test against New Zealand

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand (AP) — Kavem Hodge scored his second test century and played an anchor role for the West Indies who showed resilience with the bat again on the third day of the third test against New Zealand.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 20

From T20 WC 2024 to 2026: How Indian Batters Have Performed in T20Is

From the T20 World Cup 2024 to the ongoing matches in 2026, India’s batters have been consistently showcasing their skills and adaptability in the fast-paced format of the game.

Shubman Gill News / FirstSportz / December 20

India Drop Shubman Gill for T20 World Cup 2026, Despite Naming Him Vice-Captain Just Months Ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, to be played from February 7 to March 8.

Ravichandran Ashwin News / SportsInfo / December 20

Ravichandran Ashwin explains how Ishan Kishan made his return to Indian team

In his YouTube Channel, Ravichandran Ashwin explained how Ishan Kishan made his return to the Indian team Kishan made it to the T20 World Cup 2026, which

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 20

If It Goes Like The CT 2017 Then It Would Be Great, Says Sarfaraz Ahmed Ahead Of Pak-Ind U19 Final

ICC U19 World Cup: Former Pakistan captain and Under-19 team mentor Sarfaraz Ahmed wants his charges to beat India in the final of the Junior Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday, an encore of the 2017 Champions Trophy.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / December 20

Ahead Of 2026 WPL, Delhi Capitals Set To Announce New Captain On Sunday Evening

Star Sports Network: Ahead of the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL), three-time runners-up Delhi Capitals (DC) are set to announce their new captain for the upcoming season on Sunday evening.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20

Zimbabwe appoints Richard Ngarava as captain in ODIs and Tests

Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) have replaced Craig Ervine with Richard Ngarava for the role of the captain of the men's team. Ervine first captained the Test side in 2020 against Bangladesh and took charge of the ODI team in 2021.

Cricket News / SportsInfo / December 20

'Nazar utarwana,' - Sunil Gavaskar claims to have given unique advice to Shubman Gill

Sunil Gavaskar claimed to have given a unique advise to Shubman Gill following his poor form since October 2025 The former Indian cricketer claimed to

Virat Kohli News / Cricfit / December 20

Do It For The Legends: Dhumal Wants 2027 Trophy for Kohli and Rohit

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal has urged the Indian cricket team to target the 2027 ODI World Cup as a tribute to senior stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Cricket News / Crictoday / December 20

Lack of clarity: Dinesh Karthik reacts to Shubman Gill’s snub for 2026 T20 World Cup

Former wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik reacted to Shubman Gill’s snub from the T20 World Cup 2026 squad, saying the decision shows lack of clarity from the side of the selection committee.

Ricky Ponting News / FirstSportz / December 20

Ricky Ponting Brutally Calls Out Harry Brook for Careless Batsmanship in Must-Win Adelaide Test

It has been a dismal outing for England in the 2025-26 Ashes against Australia, as they find themselves at the cusp of another humiliating defeat. Harry Brook’s ‘brain-fade’ dismissal in the second innings put him at the center of criticism, as he was lambasted by Ricky Ponting.

Cricket News / CricTracker / December 20

India Women vs Sri Lanka Women Prediction, 1st T20I – Who will win today’s match between IND W vs SL W?

India Women (IND W) lock horns with Sri Lanka Women (SL W) in the first T20I at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, December 21. Harmanpreet Kaur and Co.

Cricket News / CricketGully / December 20

India’s Strongest Playing XI for T20 World Cup 2026 – Complete Team Breakdown

India has officially revealed its squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, and the buzz among fans is already palpable. With a solid blend of seasoned international stars and promising young talent, India seems well-equipped for the upcoming global showdown. The team will kick off its World Cup journey against the USA on February 7 in Mumbai.

Sanju Samson News / Cricfit / December 20

- Sanju Samson Wins Hearts By Gifting Gloves To Fan After IND vs SA 5th T20I

Team India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson produced a heartwarming moment for fans after the fifth T20I against South Africa in Ahmedabad on Friday, December 19.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / December 20

England pacers break the jinx amid Will’s non-cooperation

An aerial punch down the ground from Mitchell Starc was a refreshing sight as Australia fetched a boundary after 55 balls. It wasn’t the only thing that