Another New Zealand fast bowler returns home amid the T20 World Cup 2026. In the exact opposite, an Indian batter joins the team. Pakistan’s semifinal dream remains alive. Sanju Samson has got the vote of confidence to continue opening. The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opening date has been pushed back. Does Abhishek Sharma have a better bat swing than Yuvraj Singh?
IPL 2026 schedule non-update
The BCCI might delay the start date of IPL 2026. The tournament was set to begin on March 26 but could be pushed back to the 28th. Due to state assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and West Bengal, the BCCI hasn’t announced the schedule for IPL 2026, and this delay is caused by the same reason.
Rinku Singh to rejoin Team India
Rinku Singh didn’t travel with Team India to Kolkata but instead travelled to Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, after his father passed away after a year-long battle with cancer. But Rinku has already left for Kolkata. After performing the last rites, Rinku will rejoin India’s squad for the must-win West Indies match.
Pakistan not out of T20 World Cup
Pakistan remains in contention to qualify the semifinals of the T20 World Cup. After England managed to defeat New Zealand, Pakistan now needs to beat Sri Lanka. However, a simple victory won’t do. Pakistan needs to win by at least 65 runs if batting first or chase down the target in 13 overs.
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Abhishek Sharma, not a slogger
Ravichandran Ashwin has taken offence that Mohammad Amir has labelled Abhishek Sharma as a ‘slogger’. The former Indian spinner believes that Abhishek has one of the best bat swings in all of cricket, even better than his mentor, Yuvraj Singh. Ashwin stated that a blind slogger can’t be that good technically, and just because he shows intent, he can’t be slandered.
Sanju Samson should open
Sanjay Manjrekar wants India to continue with Sanju Samson as their second opener. The former Indian cricketer pointed out how the opposition won’t be able to use off-spinners against India with Samson at the top. Which means the right-left combination will continue to reap rewards.
Matt Henry to leave for home
New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry will leave for home for the birth of his second child. Henry has been the best bowler for the Kiwis in the T20 World Cup, taking 7 wickets in 6 innings. Just like Lockie Ferguson, Henry will return to play for New Zealand, provided the Kiwis qualify for the semifinals.
