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Video of the Day: T20 World Cup 2026 - Dilon Heyliger jaw-dropping effort at the fence ends Aiden Markram’s belligerent knock

Video of the Day: T20 World Cup 2026 - Dilon Heyliger jaw-dropping effort at the fence ends Aiden Markram’s belligerent knock

Dilon Heyliger produced a moment of pure brilliance in the field with a stunning boundary-line catch to dismiss South Africa captain Aiden Markram during Match No.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

ICC Terms The Discussion With Pakistan As 'broader Engagement' As PCB Fails To Get Major Concessions

The Pakistan Cricket Board: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has failed to get any major concessions from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for agreeing not boycott the match against India in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be played on February 15 in Colombo.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 WC: Pakistan Govt Makes U-turn, Allows Team To Play India Match On February 15

ICC T20 World Cup: The Pakistan Government has made a U-turn on its earlier stance and has now allowed the men's cricket team to play its scheduled match against India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on February 15.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Pakistan Clear to Play India on February 15 as Government Ends T20 World Cup Standoff

The prolonged disagreement regarding Pakistan's upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 match against India has finally reached a resolution. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) decided to resume its previous commitment after the Pakistan government granted them permission to do so.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 WC: No Penalty Or Sanctions On Bangladesh For Seeking Relocation Of Matches From India, Says ICC (Ld)

ICC Chief Executive Sanjog Gupta: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has escaped financial sanctions or suspension for its refusal to send its men's cricket team to India to play the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, resulting in the International Cricket Council (ICC) replacing them with Scotland in the event, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Cricket News / Crictoday / February 9

Congress MP Tharoor pushes BCCI to expedite Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s elevation to the national team

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has thrown his support behind Vaibhav Suryavanshi after the young batter’s match-winning century in the U19 World Cup final against England.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Have India Ever Lost to an Associate Team in T20 World Cup History?

India are one of the most successful teams in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. MS Dhoni led India to their first title victory came in 2007 and their second one in 2024 under the leadership of Rohit Sharma.

Cricket News / Crictoday / February 9

ICC expresses regret over Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup absence, confirms no punishment for BCB

The International Cricket Council (ICC) called Bangladesh’s absence from the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 regrettable. It confirmed that no sanctions will be imposed on the Bangladesh Cricket Board for opting out of the global tournament.

Cricket News / Crictoday / February 9

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh urges Pakistan not to snub India match in Colombo, sends formal plea

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has urged Pakistan to compete in the ICC T20 World Cup match against India on February 15, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

7 Pairs of Brothers Who Played Together in T20 World Cup History

Every cricketer dreams about representing their nation at international competitions. The dream becomes more valuable when two brothers share the opportunity to represent their country at the global level.

Cricket News / Cricfit / February 9

India Legend Honours U-19 World Cup Hero Ayush Mhatre With Signed Jersey

Young Indian cricketer Ayush Mhatre was recently honoured with a special signed jersey by India legend Sachin Tendulkar following India’s title-winning campaign at the U-19 World Cup 2026.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 WC: After Tele Talk With SL Prez, Pakistan PM All Set To Give OK To India Match

Pakistan Prime Minister Shasbaz Sharif: Pakistan Prime Minister Shasbaz Sharif has given the green light to the Pakistan men's team to play archrivals India in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Colombo on Friday.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

ICC Confirms No Sanctions On BCB, Bangladesh To Host ICC Event Before 2031 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC), Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have concluded an open, constructive and congenial dialogue.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Watch: Pakistan Cricketers Walking Past Dilapidated Buildings in Colombo, Raises Questions Over Team Facilities

A video going viral on social media has sparked fresh debate after it reportedly showed the poor conditions faced by Pakistan players during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Cricket News / Cricfit / February 9

BCCI Central Contracts 2025–26: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Demoted To ‘Grade B’

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced its annual player retainership list for the 2025–26 season, bringing notable changes to the central contracts of several senior players.

Cricket News / CricTracker / February 9
Reports: T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan clash to go ahead as planned on February 15

Reports: T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan clash to go ahead as planned on February 15

The India vs Pakistan clash at the T20 World Cup 2026 is reportedly set to go ahead as scheduled on February 15 in Colombo, according to sources. The development brings an end to days of questions after Pakistan had earlier threatened to boycott the marquee Group A fixture following Bangladesh’s removal from the tournament.

Cricket News / CricTracker / February 9
T20 World Cup 2026: USA names Ehsan Adil as replacement for Jasdeep Singh

T20 World Cup 2026: USA names Ehsan Adil as replacement for Jasdeep Singh

The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has approved Ehsan Adil as a replacement for Jasdeep Singh in the USA squad. Adil, who

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Pakistan-Origin Player Removed from T20 World Cup 2026, Alleges Bias Against India

Mohammed Zohaib, UAE batter, received an unexpected punishment when officials sent him home from the T20 World Cup tournament. The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the decision on Monday, stating that Zohaib was recalled to Dubai after breaching team disciplinary guidelines.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / February 9

Ravi Shastri’s clear-cut challenge to Babar Azam ahead of PAK vs USA clash in T20 World Cup 2026

Babar Azam’s return to the T20 World Cup stage has sparked a massive debate following his sluggish 15 off 18 balls in Pakistan’s nervous opening win against the Netherlands on February 7.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / February 9

T20 World Cup 2026: Fans slam Hindi commentary for prioritizing scripted rhymes and loud catchphrases over cricket action

The T20 World Cup 2026 has brought the long-simmering frustration with Hindi commentary to a breaking point, as fans demand a reality check on the ‘entertainment’ being served.

Cricket News / Cricfit / February 9

- Brian Bennett’s Spectacular Diving Catch Sends Nadeem Khan Packing In ZIM vs OMA

Zimbabwe’s Brian Bennett produced a breathtaking diving catch during their T20 World Cup 2026 clash against Oman on Monday, February 9, in Colombo. Put in to bat, Oman struggled throughout the innings and were eventually bowled out for a modest 103 in 19.5 overs.

Cricket News / Crictoday / February 9

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli placed in Grade B of central contracts

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been kept in Grade B central contracts in the retainer list announced by the BCCI for the 2025-26 season. The decision-makers have scrapped the A+ category, with Jasprit Bumrah, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja getting the Grade A contract.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / February 9

Hasaranga, Theekshana script Sri Lanka’s victory over Ireland

Sri Lanka make a winning start to their T20 World Cup campaign but they had to battle hard to overcome Ireland in Colombo. The co-hosts are back in action on Thursday with Oman being their opponents in Pallekele.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / February 9

Italy captain Wayne Madsen suffers shoulder dislocation

Italy suffered a hammer blow in their opening World Cup fixture against Scotland after captain Wayne Madsen dislocated his shoulder while fielding. The unfortunate incident occurred in the fourth over when Madsen attempted a diving stop at mid-wicket, landing awkwardly on his left side on the hard practice pitches at the Eden Gardens.

Cricket News / Guerilla Cricket / February 9

Munsey, Leask usher Scotland to jumbo win over Italy

Italy suffered a dispiriting 73-run loss to Scotland in their first ever T20 World Cup fixture. More worryingly, they were without captain Wayne Madsen who left the field and did not take further part in the game after dislocating his left shoulder.

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