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T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan name 15-man squad, Haris Rauf dropped

T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan name 15-man squad, Haris Rauf dropped

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held across India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 25

Watch: Steve Smith’s Wicket Sparks Huge Perth Scorchers Celebration in BBL Final

The Perth Stadium is hosting the Big Bash League 2025-26 final between the Perth Scorchers and the Sydney Sixers. The match has already given big moments, and one of the biggest came in the sixth over when Steve Smith was given out lbw after a review.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 25

T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule: Updated fixtures released as Scotland replaces Bangladesh

In a significant structural shift on January 24, 2026, the ICC officially announced that Scotland will replace Bangladesh for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 25

Super Smash 2025-26: Auckland vs Central Districts 30th T20 Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between AUCK vs CD T20 match?

Auckland will face Central Districts in the 30th match of the Super Smash 2025-26 on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Eden Park Outer Oval in Auckland.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 25

India vs New Zealand 3rd T20I: Who will win the match?

On 25th January 2026, the stage is set for the third T20I at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, where India, who lead the series 2-0, aim to continue their winning run against New Zealand in the ongoing five-match series.

Shakib Al Hasan gets nod for Bangladesh return after T20 World Cup 2026 row

It did not come as a major surprise when the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) reverted to a familiar line, “we want Shakib in the national team”, at a time when it is facing mounting scrutiny for failing to persuade the government about the ramifications of missing the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 25

IND vs NZ 2026: 'Varun has gone slightly ahead of him' - Mohammad Kaif's stunning statement on star Indian bowler ahead of 3rd T20I

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif opined that Varun Chakaravarthy is currently above Kuldeep Yadav in the pecking order in the Indian T20I team. Chakaravarthy has been India's leading wicket-taker in T20I cricket since his return to the national team in 2024.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 25

U19 WC: Boys Are Mature Enough To Adapt To Different Situations, Says Mhatre

Cricket World Cup: India captain Ayush Mhatre said his team is growing in confidence with each outing and have shown they are mature enough to adapt to different situations in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 25

Scotland accepts ICC's invitation to play 2026 T20 World Cup, reacts to surprise opportunity

Scotland have confirmed immediate travel plans to India after replacing Bangladesh at the T20 World Cup 2026. They participated in the last two editions of the marquee event in 2022 and 2024.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 25

WPL 2026: Learning From Defeats Key To DC's Turnaround, Says Katey Martin

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: The impressive ability of Delhi Capitals (DC) to adapt after losses and avoid repeat defeats has been central to their resurgence in the 2026 WPL, said former New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Katey Martin.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 25

Babar, Afridi Return; Rauf Dropped As Pakistan Name T20 WC Squad

ICC T20 World Cup: Pakistan on Sunday announced the Salman Agha-led squad for the ICC T20 World Cup, which will be played in India and Sri Lanka from February 7, with the veteran duo Babar Azam and pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi making a return.

Dewald Brevis News / CricketGully / January 25

'We Learn a Lot': Dewald Brevis Explains Sourav Ganguly’s Impact Ahead of SA20 Final

The Pretoria Capitals will win the SA20 title when they defeat the SunRisers Eastern Cape team in their final match which takes place on Sunday January 24 at Newlands in Cape Town.

Shahid Afridi News / CricTracker / January 25

Afridi, Gillespie question ICC's 'inconsistency' after Bangladesh’s 2026 T20 World Cup exit

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi and former Australia all-rounder Jason Gillespie have criticised the International Cricket Council (ICC) following its decision to remove Bangladesh from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Babar Azam News / Cricket Times / January 25

Babar Azam returns, Haris Rauf dropped as Pakistan unveil squad for T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan have revealed their 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, and the selection has already sparked intense debate.

Cricket News / Crictoday / January 25

India vs New Zealand 3rd T20I: When and where to watch IND vs NZ match?

The third T20I between India and New Zealand is set for 25th January 2026 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, with the host nation looking to extend their 2-0 series advantage after impressive victories in the opening two encounters.

Sanju Samson News / CricTracker / January 25

'Could be the most important match of his life' - Former opener on Sanju Samson ahead of 3rd IND vs NZ T20I

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra feels the third T20I of the ongoing series against New Zealand may be a make-or-break clash for Sanju Samson. Samson has aggregated only 16 runs across the first two matches of the ongoing series.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 25

WPL 2026: 'Uncertainty In Points Table Keeps Tournament Alive', Says Veda

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former India batter Veda Krishnamurthy said she relishes the unpredictability of the points table in 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL), pointing out that the uncertainty over who would finish at which spot has kept players and fans equally engrossed.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 25

ICC Warns Pakistan Of Massive Sanctions If They Withdraw From T20 WC: Report

The International Cricket Council: International Cricket Council (ICC) reportedly warned the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of serious sanctions if they were to withdraw from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in support of Bangladesh after their ouster from the tournament for their refusal to play their matches in India.

Cricket News / CricketGully / January 25

5 Fast Bowlers Who Can Replace Australia’s Golden Pace Trio

The most impressive moment in cricket occurs when a fast bowler demonstrates their best performance. The skill requires physical athleticism combined with proper bowling technique and a resilient mental state.

Suryakumar Yadav News / Cricket Times / January 25

Watch: Suryakumar Yadav’s heartfelt gesture of touching throwdown specialist Raghu’s feet goes viral

Cricket often celebrates big scores, towering sixes, and match-winning moments. But every now and then, it is a quiet gesture off the field that leaves the deepest impact.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 25

3 T20 World Cup records India can set in 2026

Defending champions and co-hosts India head into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with confidence and form, making them strong contenders to shatter multiple tournament records.

Smriti Mandhana News / Crictoday / January 25

Palash Muchhal removes Smriti Mandhana’s photos after wedding-day cheating claims

Palash Muchhal is again in the spotlight amid cheating allegations, following claims by Smriti Mandhana’s close friend Vidnyan Mane, who is also an actor and the producer.

Cricket News / CricTracker / January 25

'Can't separate politics from sport' - Jonty Rhodes opens up on Bangladesh's T20 World Cup exit

Legendary South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes has broken his silence on Bangladesh’s exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, stating that politics and sport often intersect despite repeated attempts to keep them apart.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / January 25

Former India player blasts PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi over controversial take on T20 World Cup 2026 participation

The cricketing world has been plunged into a diplomatic firestorm following the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 25

'We Are Not Here Just To Qualify But To Seal The Top Spot': Malolan Reacts After RCB's Loss To DC

After Royal Challengers Bengaluru: After Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) five-match winning streak in the WPL 2026 came to a halt with a loss to Delhi

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