Gillespie, Afridi slam ICC ‘inconsistency’ as India-Champions Trophy case dragged back after Bangladesh ejection

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi and ex-Australia all-rounder Jason Gillespie launched a sharp critique of the ICC’s decision-making after Bangladesh were ejected from the 2026 T20 World Cup. The two…

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Cricket Scotland respond to surprise T20 World Cup call-up to replace Bangladesh: ‘Welcomed a call from Jay Shah’

After several days of the rumour mill churning and leaving Scottish cricket on tenterhooks with potential participation at the 2026 T20 World Cup on the line, the official confirmation came…

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ICC vexed with PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi’s Bangladesh stance, threatens Pakistan with sanctions, Asia Cup ban: Report

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) found support from Pakistan in its bid to urge the International Cricket Council (ICC) to move Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches out of India over…

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BCB breaks silence on ICC’s T20 World Cup decision: ‘We knew the council did not want to meet Bangladesh’s request’

Hours after the International Cricket Council (ICC) ejected Bangladesh from the 2026 T20 World Cup and formally announced Scotland as the replacement team for the tournament, which is slated to…

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New Zealand SWOT analysis for T20 World Cup: Mitchell Santner-led Black Caps aim for their first World Cup title

New Zealand aren’t coming to the 2026 T20 World Cup with a “hope it clicks” squad. This is a build designed for the subcontinent: spin density, batting that can switch…

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Keshav Maharaj details Sourav Ganguly’s influence in Pretoria Capitals’ run to SA20 final: ‘He gives you…’

Sourav Ganguly has justified his appointment as Pretoria Capitals' head coach for the ongoing SA20 season. The franchise booked their spot in the final after a convincing seven-wicket win over…

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Honesty, transparency earn a coach players’ respect in dressing room: Ganguly on his SA20 stint

"Earning players' respect by helping them get better and being honest and transparent with them is the most important thing," said former India captain Sourav Ganguly, who is enjoying his…

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