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India vs South Africa: ICC announces names of umpires and officials for T20 World Cup 2024 final

Team India will face South Africa in the final of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados on Saturday (29th June). Both the teams have remained unbeaten throughout the tournament and it will be a contest between two evenly matched sides. Rohit Sharma-led India defeated England by 68 runs in the semi-final while South A...

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Here's why Virat Kohli hasn't performed in T20 World Cup 2024; Ravi Shastri explains, 'This is not his game'

Virat Kohli struggles in T20 World Cup with only 75 runs in 7 matches. Ravi Shastri points out Kohli's early aggressive shots as the reason for his failures.

Rohit Sharma almost in tears in India dressing room, gets comforted by Virat Kohli; Shastri sumps up emotional moment

An emotional moment Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma was captured after India beat England to enter the T20 World Cup 2024 final.

Stats - India's 525 runs the most in a day in Test history

All the key numbers from a day when Shafali Verma and Co smashed records - most runs, fastest double, most sixes, and much else

WATCH: DEJECTED Virat Kohli CONSOLED by coach Rahul Dravid after poor outing in T20 WC semifinal

A dejected Virat Kohli was consoled by head coach Rahul Dravid after another poor outing in the T20 World Cup during the India-England semifinal. Here is the video -

Indian batters were phenomenal: South Africa spinner Delmi Tucker

Spinner Delmi Tucker wholeheartedly praised the Indian batters for producing a stunning effort on the opening day of the one-off Test, but hoped that her side can turn the tide around from Day 2. Batting first, India posted a mammoth 525 for four with a record-breaking Shafali Verma (205) and her opening partner Smriti Mandhana (149) doing the maximum damage.

IND vs ENG : 'If We Are Going To Depend On...You're Going To Lose It', Kapil Dev Warns Rohit Sharma-Led India

Team India stand as one of the two undefeated teams in the current T20 World Cup 2024 in the Caribbean. The Men in Blue will encounter defending champions England in the second semifinal on Thursday in Guyana, while South Africa have already secured their place in the final, following their emphatic victory over Afghanistan.

MS Dhoni gets a great new look thanks to Aalim Hakim: See all his latest celebrity makeovers

As Dhoni's new hairdo goes viral, let's take a look at all the past hairstyles by celebrity hairdresser Aalim Hakim.

Jasprit Bumrah Left Hanging as Umpire 'Ignores' His Handshake After India Beat England | WATCH

Jasprit Bumrah picked up two wickets as India hammered defending champions England by 68 runs in Guyana on Thursday to set up a T20 World Cup final showdown against South Africa. It was the second wicket that ended the game and left Bumrah hanging. After trapping Jofra Archer LBW with an in-swinging yorker, India players began their celebrations, shaking hands with each other as the english batter took the DRS. Bumrah too went up to the umpire...

Indian Women's Cricket Team Break Sri Lanka Men's 22-Year-Old Massive World Record

The Indian women's cricket team wrote their name in the history books by breaking the massive world record held by the Sri Lankan men's cricket team for 22 years. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led outfit also broke an 88-year-old record in women's tess cricket. India finished the first day of play against South Africa with 525 runs on the board.

Who Won Yesterday's T20 World Cup Match, IND vs ENG: Yesterday Semifinal 2 Result, Top Performers and POTM

Who Won Yesterday's T20 World Cup Match, IND vs ENG: Check the results of yesterday's T20 World Cup match, along with top players, match winners, top scorers, top wicket-takers and the Player of the Match from Semifinal 2 at Times Now.

France vs Belgium headlines EURO 2024 RO16 as European heavyweights prepare for knockout stage

The UEFA EURO 2024 group stage has garnered attention from fans worldwide with its blockbuster matches and thrilling goals, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats and delivering some of the finest drama in the sport. Anticipation is mounting for the Round of 16, where eight adrenaline-charged games are set to unfold. From Saturday, 29th June, 9...

Shoaib Akhtar Blasts England After Losing to India: 'Kisne Aapko Mashvara Diya Ke India Ke Khilaaf Toss Jeet Ke Aap Doosri Batting...'

Shoaib Akhtar tore into the England cricket team for winning the toss and opting to bowl first as they went on to lose to India by 68 runs in the 2024 T20 World Cup second semifinal at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday.“Ye mujhe koi bata de kis Einstein ne kaha tha England ko ke toss jeet ke aapne doosri batting karni hai, kaunsa sciencedaan hai inke paas (which Einstein told England to win the toss and chase, which scientist they...

'When we spoke to Rohit Sharma, he said...': Axar Patel reveals the strategy discussed against England in T20 World Cup semi-final

India advanced to the T20 World Cup final with a 68-run win over England in Guyana. Axar Patel, named Player of the Match, took 3 wickets for 23 runs, stifling England's chase on a challenging pitch. Rohit Sharma (57) and Suryakumar Yadav (47) led India's batting, setting a target of 171/7. England's batsmen struggled, with only Harry Brook (25) and Jos Buttler (23) resisting. India will face South Africa in the final on Saturday in Barbados.

Heartbreak or glory? History beckons for India and South Africa

Two teams that have been labelled as "chokers" will try to leave their baggage behind when they step on to the field in Bridgetown

Rohit Sharma overwhelmed with emotions, Kohli consoles him after India defeat England to reach final

Team India has secured their place in the final thanks to their ability to deliver a gritty performance against the opponents. Despite a couple of talented players' inability to hit huge shots, the team has been able to overcome all competition. Team India will face South Africa in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final after defeating England in the se...

India have reached 5 ICC finals without losing a match & here's what happened each time

India, in recent times, have improved their record at ICC events when it comes to winning games. In the last two decades, their frequency of wins and rate of victories have really gone up. Other teams struggle to keep up while India just breezes through the initial stages. In fact, Team India has a knack of making it all the way to the final without losing a single game. Yes, they have a habit of entering the summit clash without a single loss...

Shafali scores fastest women's Test double century as India score 525/4 against South Africa

Chennai, Jun 28 (PTI) Opener Shafali Verma's record-breaking double century and her formidable 292-run partnership with Smriti Mandhana set the platform for India's massive 525 for 4 on the opening day of their one-off women's Test against South Africa here on Friday

'Rohit Sharma Will Probably Jump Into Barbados Ocean': Saurav Ganguly's Hilarious Response to Query Over India Captain Losing Two WC Finals

Team India go in search of their second ICC T20 World Cup title as they gear up to take on South Africa in the final of the 2024 edition of the T20 extravaganza at the Kensington Oval in Barbados.India seek to break a title drought of over a decade as Rohit Sharma and Co. look to get their hands on the illustrious trophy at the end of Saturday’s play. India also look to banish the ghosts of the ODI World Cup at home last year, in which they fell...

Jake Wightman set to miss out on Olympic selection in the 1,500m after withdrawing from British trials with a calf injury... but 2022 World Champion could still earn discretionary place to run 800m event in Paris

DAVID COVERDALE: Jake Wightman faces missing out on Olympic selection in the 1,500metres after he withdrew from this weekend's British trials with a calf injury.

Talk Logic Not Nonsense: Harbhajan Slams Michael Vaughan After India Beat England In T20 World Cup 2024 Semis

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh took to X (formerly Twitter) to slam former England skipper Michael Vaughan after he accused the ICC of favouring India by giving them a semifinal match in Guyana. Harbhajan was not pleased with Vaughan's conspiracy theory and asked him to stop being silly and talk logic, not nonsense.

Tactics Board: A plan to shackle Suryakumar, and Maharaj in the powerplay?

Where will the first day-time final of the Men's T20 World Cup be won and lost?

IND W vs SA W, One-off Test: Shafali Verma Scripts History With Quickest Double Ton in Women's Cricket

Indian Women’s Cricket Team opener Shafali Verma scripted history on Friday in Chennai as she registered the quickest double ton in the women’s game against South Africa in the one-off Test between the sides.Shafali got to the coveted 200-run mark in just 196 deliveries, overtaking Australia’s Annabel Sutherlands, who got to the double ton in 248 deliveries for the previous fastest two hundred.Stay updated with the latest from T20 World Cup...

Smriti Mandhana-Shafali Verma Create History, Put Up Highest Opening Partnership In Women's Tests

India opener Shafali Varma and Smriti Mandhana thus surpassed the 241-run opening partnership by Pakistan's Sajjida Shah and Kiran Baluch against West Indies in Karachi in 2004. The duo built a thunderous 292-run opening stand that left the South Africa bowlers hapless, with absolutely no answers to the carnage that the India pair put on.

From 1983 All the Way Till 2023: A Look Back to India's History in ICC Tournament Finals

Team India is heading to the T20 World Cup semi-final with the hope of securing their first ICC trophy since 2013. Their last title came in the form of the Champions Trophy after an MS Dhoni-led side crushed England in a rain-affected clash at Edgbaston in 2013. Since then, India has featured in the final of five ICC tournaments and lost on all occasions. The Asian giants won the first-ever major title in 1983 when Kapil Dev and his men defeated...

England, Ronaldo and the biggest disappointments of Euro 2024

Virat Kohli not having big score is not a problem, he's king of kings: Kris Srikkanth

Former India cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth feels Virat Kohli's poor form is not a big concern ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final against South Africa.

Ajay Devgn, Abhishek Bachchan, Varun Dhawan And Other Celebs Congratulate Team India To March Into T20 World Cup Final

Numerous Bollywood celebs took to their social media handles and turned cheerleaders for Team India for their phenomenal victory and shared best wishes as they entered the final. Read on!

Rishabh Pant Receives 'Best Fielder' Award After IND vs ENG T20 WC 2024 Semifinal From Ex-India Cricketer- WATCH

India handed a thumping defeat to England in the second semifinal of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 and are set to play against South Africa in the final of the tournament on June 29. After the semifinal victory, the Indian cricket team upheld their tradition of awarding the 'Best Fielder' medal. The Indian players and support staff gathered in the dressing room, where fielding coach T Dilip announced the 'Best Fielder' award and there...

'Dube can never be Yuvraj. His selection is a big joke': Shivam Dube slammed for duck vs ENG

Indian all-rounder Shivam Dube is being brutally trolled online after his disappointing outing in the semi-final clash against England in the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday. Dube flopped once again as he was dismissed for a golden duck by Chris Jordan in the all-important match. Also Read: Guyana weather Today: Semi Final in danger of washout? Indi...

'Why Do You Want To Climb Mount Everest': Rahul Dravid Comes Out Against 'Do It For Dravid' Campaign

Indian cricket team head coach Rahul Dravid played down the idea that India should win the 2024 T20 World Cup for him. The summit clash against South Africa at the Kensington Oval in Barbados will be the last for Dravid in charge of the Men in Blue, with his two-and-a-half-year tenure set to end.

T20 World Cup Final: Five key contests that can impact the outcome

India and South Africa are set to face off in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados on Saturday. As the two unbeaten sides in the tournament gear up for the finale, here's a look at 5 key contests that could determine the course of the match.

'Goodnight In-Laws': Yuvraj Singh's X Post After India's Win Against England Goes Viral

India managed to avenge the loss of the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final as they defeated England by 68 runs at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday. In the process, Rohit Sharma became the first Indian skipper to lead the nation in three ICC global finals in a space of 12 months.

Captain Rohit Sharma sets new India record in T20 World Cup semis: Stat Pack

India vs England, T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit Sharma became the fifth Indian to complete 5000 runs in international cricket as captain. The skipper hit 57 of 39 balls against the defending champions in the semi-final in Guyana on Thursday, June 27.

'I should have brought...': Jos Buttler reflects on key mistake he made as India HUMBLED England

India defeated England by 68 runs in a dramatic semi-final match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 at Providence Stadium. India achieved a competitive total of 171/7 in 20 overs, led by notable performances from Rohit Sharma (57 off 39 deliveries) and Suryakumar Yadav (47 off 36 balls). In response, England fell to India's spinners, with Axar Pat...

'Gautam Gambhir will be Team India's next coach…': Ganguly predicts Rahul Dravid's replacement

Ahead of the ICC T20 WC Final between India and South Africa, Former Indian Captain Sourav Ganguly on June 28 expressed his confidence in former Indian batsman Gautam Gambhir becoming the next coach of the Indian team. “…Yes, I think he will be the next coach. Yes, wish him all the luck. I don’t have much control now, I was the Board President for 3 years, I think you should give credit to Rahul and Rohit,” said Sourav Ganguly.

How F2 is 'playing to strengths' of surprise title contender

Rookie Paul Aron leads the Formula 2 standings after six rounds, despite having yet to win a race, but believes a key difference to Formula 3 works in his favour

Kylian Mbappe misses out as Neymar names Real Madrid stars as his top three candidates to win the Ballon d'Or

Neymar does not consider former PSG team-mate Kylian Mbappe to be a leading contender for the Ballon d’Or, with the Brazilian picking his top three.

Paris Olympics 2024: Kiran Pahal secures surprise berth in women's 400m, Eldhose Paul out of qualification race

Kiran Pahal from Haryana accomplished a remarkable feat on Thursday, unexpectedly securing a spot at the Paris Olympics in the women's 400m event. She set a new personal record of 50.92 seconds during the National Inter-State Championships' inaugural day in Panchkula, surpassing the required Olympic qualification time of 50.95 seconds.Pahal emerged victorious in her semi-final heat, outpacing her competitors, including Devy Aniba Zala from...

'I Want to Win This World Cup Because...': Rahul Dravid's Brilliant Response to #DoItForDravid Trend Ahead of IND vs SA Final

India head coach Rahul Dravid isn’t someone who likes to be in the spotlight. However, spotlight inevitably follows him and he hasn’t been able to avoid the glare either – neither during his playing career that saw him become one of the greatest batters in cricket history nor in his post-retirement career that has seen him coach Indian teams at both the junior and senior levels.Having not win a world cup as a player, Dravid went on to fulfill...

'Would Not Be Possible Without It': David Warner Thanks Wife Candice For Support After Retirement Note on Instagram

David Warner’s wife Candice penned a heartfelt note after the Australian opener retired from all formats of international cricket.A 24-run loss to India in the T20 World Cup ended Warner’s last tournament in an Aussie shirt. Following the early exit, Candice shared several photographs of her husband and family on Instagram.Composing a warm tribute for Warner, she wrote the opener is retiring after ‘one of the best careers’ in Australian cricket...

'Bapu sending English back home since 1947': Memes galore as India thump England in T20 WC Semifinal

Team India has sealed their path into the final, courtesy of the team's ability to showcase a gritty performance against the opposition. Despite a couple of talent's inability to hit big, the team has been able to power through all the opposition they have faced. Team India will face the Proteas in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final after trouncing ...

Michael Vaughan keeps on crying after India thrash England, Ashwin shuts him down with savage reply

India's emphatic performance against England in the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final led to a war of words on Twitter, with Michael Vaughan expressing his frustrations and Ravichandran Ashwin delivering a witty retort. Also Read: Guyana weather Today: Semi Final in danger of washout? India vs England HOURLY rain forecast Ashwin trolls Michael Vaughan ...

'Don't Know How Broadcast at 8 PM IST Helps India Win Matches': Sourav Ganguly Schools 'Dear Friend' Michael Vaughan Over Unfair World Cup Claim

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has been critical of the way the 2024 T20 World Cup schedule has been designed keeping the Indian cricket team in mind. All of India’s matches have been played in the morning (10:30 AM local time) and the former champions were penciled in to play the second semi-final (morning fixture) should they have qualified no matter the position they finished in the Super 8 stage.The timings of India matches have been...

'Literally forget about 36 all-out in Adelaide': Ajinkya Rahane remembers how 'shattered' India won

When India were bowled out for just 36 runs in the Adelaide Test in 2020 of the Border Gavaskar Trophy, all seemed lost. The India captain Virat Kohli flew back to India because of personal reasons and it seemed like a disappointing tour was about to commence. In the day-night Test in Adelaide, the Aussies bowled out India for their lowest-ever tot...

The Axar way: Minimum fuss, maximum impact

Only one Indian spinner has bowled in the Powerplay, allowing India to play the extra spinner in West Indies

Stuart Broad attempts to take 'IPL' jibe at Virat Kohli after IND destroyed ENG ahead of WC final

India defeated England by 68 runs in a dramatic semi-final match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 at Providence Stadium. India achieved a competitive total of 171/7 in 20 overs, led by notable performances from Rohit Sharma (57 off 39 deliveries) and Suryakumar Yadav (47 off 36 balls). In response, England fell to India's spinners, with Axar Pat...

Virat Kohli's ULTRA-AGGRESSIVE Celebration After Axar Patel Dismisses Jonny Bairstow During Ind-Eng T20 WC S/F 2 Goes VIRAL | WATCH VIDEO

Kohli's celebration also reflected the mood in the camp and the belief that the match is in the pocket.

'Rohit Sharma Ko Humein Batane Ki Zaroorat Nahi...': Inzamam-ul-Haq Responds After India Captain's 'Open Your Mind' Suggestion on Reverse Swing

Pakistan batting legend Inzamam-ul-Haq has clarified he wasn’t claiming that India are indulging in ‘ball-tampering’ to get the ball to reverse swing in the T20 World Cup 2024. However, he seems to have not taken kindly to India captain Rohit Sharma’s explanation to his concern why Arshdeep Singh was able to generate reverse swing as early as in the 16th over of India’s Super 8 clash with Australia.When Rohit was asked about Inzamam’s comment,...