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Vadodara: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) once again proved their dominance in the Women’s Premier League as they defeated Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets in the WPL 2026 Final, clinching their second championship title. While captain Smriti Mandhana played a breathtaking innings, it was Georgia Voll’s fearless support that turned the historic chase into reality. After the thrilling victory, Georgia Voll made a bold and confident statement, crediting the team’s planning and Mandhana’s leadership for pulling off one of the biggest chases in WPL history. Georgia Voll’s Big Statement After the Win Following RCB’s title triumph, Georgia Voll said that the team’s key focus was to take the match as deep as possible, trusting their strong finishing unit. “This was all about taking the m...

Vadodara: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) created history once again by winning the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 title, defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by 6 wickets in the grand final played at the BCA Stadium on Thursday. With this win, RCB lifted their second WPL trophy, while Delhi Capitals endured heartbreak yet again, losing their fourth consecutive final. RCB’s title triumph also brought a massive financial reward, as the champions were awarded a prize money of ₹6 crore, while runners-up Delhi Capitals received ₹3 crore. Delhi Capitals Post 203/4 in the Final Batting first after losing the toss, Delhi Capitals put up an impressive total of 203 runs for 4 wickets. The opening pair of Shafali Verma and Lizele Lee provided a solid start, adding 49 runs in 5.5 overs. Sh...

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) created history once again by lifting the Women’s Premier League (WPL) trophy for the second time, defeating Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets in a high-octane final. Chasing a massive target of 204 runs, RCB held their nerves till the very end and emerged victorious in a match filled with twists, pressure moments, and last-over drama. A Nail-Biting Finish in the Final Over The match reached its most dramatic point in the final over when RCB needed 10 runs to win. All eyes were on Radha Yadav, who played the role of a match-winner under immense pressure. She smashed two crucial boundaries on the second and fourth deliveries, taking her team within touching distance of the title. However, the fourth ball of the over turned into a moment of con...

A video featuring Team India’s star fast bowler Arshdeep Singh has gone viral on social media, showing a light-hearted moment with teammate Tilak Verma in the dressing room—albeit with a slightly serious undertone. Arshdeep’s Mischief in the Dressing RoomKnown for his playful personality, Arshdeep often shares amusing posts and videos featuring himself and other team members. In a recently circulated clip from the dressing room following India’s T20 World Cup warm-up match against South Africa, Arshdeep can be seen trying to record a video of Tilak Verma while he was eating. Tilak, momentarily annoyed, asked Arshdeep to stop recording. However, it quickly became clear that the exchange was in good spirits, reflecting the camaraderie between the two players, who often share fun moments t...

India’s defending champions have received a major setback just days before the T20 World Cup 2026, with all-rounder Harshit Rana sustaining a knee injury during a warm-up match against South Africa. The 24-year-old fast bowler had to leave the field mid-over at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, raising concerns over India’s bowling plans for the tournament, which begins on 7 February. Harshit Rana’s Injury Causes ConcernRana bowled only one over, conceding 16 runs, before struggling with his run-up and eventually leaving the field clutching his knee. While the BCCI has not yet provided an official update on the severity of the injury, the manner in which he exited has sparked concern among fans and selectors alike. Washington Sundar Still UnfitIndia’s problems extend beyond Rana. Star...

Indian batting sensation Tilak Varma has made a full recovery from injury and returned to the national team, delivering a message of gratitude and confidence ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. His return, however, has made the path back to the playing XI tougher for Rishabh Pant, who was in contention to replace an injured player. Varma’s Comeback and GratitudeSpeaking after India’s high-scoring warm-up win against South Africa in Navi Mumbai, Tilak thanked the BCCI and the Centre of Excellence, crediting them for his early return. He said the team environment, marked by aggressive batting and strong camaraderie, was motivating. “Playing in front of a packed DY Patil Stadium and hearing fans chant my name boosted my confidence, even though it was just a warm-up match,” Varma said. He emph...

Former Indian captain MS Dhoni has described the Indian cricket team as a formidable unit ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, but he also issued a caution, highlighting that dew could be a game-changer in the tournament. India’s Readiness and Dhoni’s ConcernsThe T20 World Cup 2026, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, sees Team India in top form. The side has not lost a single T20 series in the past two years and has consistently defeated strong opposition, raising high expectations. However, Dhoni emphasized that while the team possesses all the ingredients for success—experience, skill, and the ability to handle pressure—dew remains a factor that could significantly influence match outcomes, especially in night games. “The thing that concerns me the most is dew. I hate dew because i...

India’s Under-19 cricket team booked their place in the 2026 U-19 World Cup final with a commanding win over Afghanistan in the semifinals, thanks to a spectacular innings from Kerala’s young opener Aaron George. Following the match, senior politician and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor lauded George’s performance, calling him a future star of Indian cricket. Explosive 115 off 104 BallsFacing a daunting target of 311 set by Afghanistan, Aaron George took charge under immense pressure. The Kottayam-born batsman delivered a breathtaking 115-run innings off just 104 balls, dismantling Afghanistan’s bowling attack. His fearless and aggressive batting helped India chase down the massive total in just 41.1 overs, demonstrating his ability to thrive on the big stage. Shashi Tharoor Hai...

Pakistan’s decision to boycott the highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash on 15 February during the T20 World Cup 2026 could have severe financial and legal repercussions for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). According to media reports on 5 February, the ICC has warned PCB that the move could trigger a major lawsuit from official broadcaster JioStar. PM Shehbaz Sharif Stands FirmPakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated his government’s stance before the federal cabinet in Islamabad, stating, “We have taken a clear position that we will not play against India in the T20 World Cup.” While Sharif termed it a principled decision separating politics from sports, experts argue that the move is politically motivated, particularly in protest of Bangladesh’s exclusion from the tourname...

Team India appears fully prepared for the T20 World Cup 2026, and opener Ishan Kishan has made a bold statement ahead of the tournament. In the warm-up match against South Africa, Kishan delivered a sensational performance at the top of the order, not only guiding India to victory but also staking a strong claim for the opening slot in the main tournament. Explosive 20-Ball FiftyIn the match held at DY Patil Stadium, India posted a massive 241/5 batting first. South Africa could only manage 210/7 in response, giving India a 30-run win. Ishan Kishan stood out with a blistering 53-run innings off just 20 balls, featuring 7 towering sixes and 2 boundaries. Opening alongside Abhishek Sharma, Kishan took full advantage of the powerplay, providing India the aggressive start the team managemen...