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T20 World Cup 2026: Gautam Gambhir hosts dinner for Team India players ahead of Namibia clash

T20 World Cup 2026: Gautam Gambhir hosts dinner for Team India players ahead of Namibia clash

In a warm and soothing moment off the field, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir welcomed his players and support staff on Sunday evening, hosting the entire

Cricket News / Cricket Times / February 9

T20 World Cup 2026: Will Italy’s captain Wayne Madsen come out to bat against Scotland? Here’s what we know

In a historic clash at the legendary Eden Gardens on February 9, 2026, Italy‘s dream T20 World Cup debut has been met with a cruel twist of fate. The Azzurri are currently facing Scotland in their opening Group C fixture of the T20 World Cup 2026, a match that marks Italy’s first-ever appearance on the global cricket stage.

Cricket News / NAI Sports / February 9

T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav ticks every box: Gambhir

The ‘calm leadership’ of Suryakumar Yadav has made life easy for Indian team’s head coach Gautam Gambhir, who says the captain ‘ticks every box’. Gambhir said the team was lucky to have the swashbuckler as its captain for the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 WC: Italy Captain Wayne Madsen Out Of Remainder Of Scotland Clash After Shoulder Dislocation

T20 World Cup: Italy faced a major blow in their opening ICC Men’s T20 World Cup game against Scotland when captain Wayne Madsen dislocated his left shoulder while trying to field in the seventh game of the tournament here at Eden Gardens.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / February 9

3 key conditions from Pakistan to lift boycott of India for T20 World Cup 2026

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, the T20 World Cup 2026 is facing its biggest diplomatic crisis as Pakistan places three bold conditions on its participation in the marquee clash against India.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Italy captain ruled out from Kolkata match due to dislocated shoulder against Scotland

In the debut match of the 2026 T20 World Cup, in Kolkata, Italy did not receive good news, as their captain, Wayne Madsen, walked out, clutching his left shoulder in the first innings.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 WC: Munsey, McMullen Power Scotland To 207/4 Against Italy

T20 World Cup: Scotland brought up the first 200-plus total of this edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and notched up 207 runs at the loss of four wickets against Italy in the Group C match here at the iconic Eden Gardens.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

Kirsten's Calming Influence Key To Namibia's Hopes In T20 WC: Smit

T20 World Cup Group: Senior all-rounder JJ Smit said Gary Kirsten's calming presence and subcontinental expertise as Namibia’s consultant coach have been invaluable for the side as they prepare to open their 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup Group A campaign against the Netherlands at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Where does the teams stand in Point table in the T20 World Cup 2026?

Sri Lanka won a nail-biting ICC Men's T20 World Cup opener against Ireland by 20 runs on Sunday. Kamindu Mendis starred with an unbeaten fighting 56* off 43 balls; spinners Maheesh Theekshana and Wanindu Hasaranga picked up three wickets each.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 World Cup 2026: New Zealand Set to Face UAE in Group D Clash at MA Chidambaram Stadium

New Zealand and UAE are set to lock horns when they face each other on Tuesday here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in the 11th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Cricket News / Crictoday / February 9

Italy captain Wayne Madsen ruled out of remainder of Scotland game, doubtful for rest of T20 World Cup 2026

Italy captain Wayne Madsen has been ruled out of the remainder of the ongoing match against Scotland. He dislocated his left shoulder while leading his team in the campaign opener of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

Cricket News / CricTracker / February 9

T20 World Cup 2026: PCB set to meet Pakistan PM before final call on India match boycott

The drama over Pakistan’s participation against India at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is not stopping anytime soon; rather, it is adding its own layers with each passing day.

Cricket News / Cricfit / February 9

Mumbai Gives Hero’s Welcome To Ayush Mhatre-Led U19 World Cup 2026 Winners

The Ayush Mhatre-led Indian side was accorded a rousing reception in Mumbai following their triumph at the U19 World Cup 2026. India clinched the title for a record sixth time after defeating England in the final.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

'Big Win For Indian Tennis': Pant Hails India's Davis Cup Qualifier Win Over The Netherlands

Davis Cup Qualifiers: India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant on Monday lauded the Indian men's tennis team for its win in the Davis Cup Qualifiers 1st Round against the Netherlands.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Raza on T20 Growth: Associate Nations Are No Longer Behind

While Zimbabwe prepares to take to the field in their first match of the 2026 T20 World Cup, much of the mindshare for the side also inevitably transfers to their co-hosted 2027 ODI World Cup.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20: Numbers Game From Sri Lanka's Win Over Ireland

After Shakib Al Hasan: As co-hosts Sri Lanka wrapped up an impressive win against Ireland in their T20 World Cup campaign opener; have a look at the number game from the Group B game.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Beyond cricket: Four time FIFA World Cup Champion debuts in ICC T20 World Cup as a newbie

Football was already printed in the DNA of Italy; cricket became a new edition. Italy had already established itself as a football giant, winning the FIFA World Cup four times in 1934, 1938, 1982, and 2006.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / February 9

T20 WC: Netherlands Vs Namibia Head-to-head And Recent Form Analysis (Stats)

Last Five T20Is: Netherlands and Namibia are set to lock horns once again as they face each other on Tuesday at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium in the 10th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Gautam Gambhir News / Cricket Times / February 9

Watch: Head Coach Gautam Gambhir hosts dinner for Team India ahead of Namibia clash at T20 World Cup 2026

In a moment that reflected calm leadership and old-school bonding, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir opened the doors of his Delhi residence to the entire Team India squad on Sunday evening, hosting a team dinner ahead of their T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage clash against Namibia.

Cricket News / CricketGully / February 9

Sourav Ganguly Offers Advice to Pakistan on India World Cup Match Issue

The great Indian batsman, Sourav Ganguly, was surprised by Pakistan's readiness to sacrifice significant points that could define their campaign at the ongoing 2026 T20 World Cup.

Cricket News / Crictoday / February 9

Scotland vs Italy – Who Won the Toss Today?: ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Toss Update

Italy captain Wayne Madsen has won the toss and elected to bowl first against Scotland in their first match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. “We will have a bowl as the wicket is good.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / February 9

T20 World Cup 2026: Nepal pacer Nandan Yadav left speechless by Dale Steyn’s heartwarming message after England thriller

Nepal’s fairytale run at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 may have ended in heartbreak on Sunday, but the spirit and courage shown by Rohit Paudel’s side at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai won them admiration from across the cricketing world.

Cricket News / CricTracker / February 8
T20 World Cup 2026: ‘Hopefully he can continue that form’ - Jonathan Trott backs Gulbadin Naib as Afghanistan’s No.3 option

T20 World Cup 2026: ‘Hopefully he can continue that form’ - Jonathan Trott backs Gulbadin Naib as Afghanistan’s No.3 option

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott felt that Gulbadin Naib could be a suitable option to fill the No. 3 spot in the batting order. Since the start of the T20 World Cup 2024, Afghanistan have tried as many as 11 different players at No.

Cricket News / Cricfit / February 8

Nepal Win Hearts Despite Narrow Defeat to England in T20 World Cup

Nepal may have ended on the losing side, but their performance against England in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the tournament.

Cricket News / CricTracker / February 8
T20 World Cup 2026: Tallest cricketers in the tournament

T20 World Cup 2026: Tallest cricketers in the tournament

Physical attributes could play an important role, especially in a tournament like the T20 World Cup, as height remains one of the most significant advantages in the shortest format.

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