By that same logic, Pakistan should've done something Dinesh Karthik has fired a scathing response at England duo Eoin Morgan and Jos Buttler for their comments on India's team selection in the T20 World Cup. During an interview, Morgan had said that India's decision to play Rishabh Pant over Dinesh Karthik was "interesting", while Buttler had added that it was "surprising" to see the latter on the bench. Karthik took umbrage with their remarks and hit back in a television interview. "By that same logic, Pakistan should've done something. They have so many options, but they didn't even play Asif Ali or Haider Ali. England themselves did the same thing by playing Dawid Malan over Tom Banton," Karthik said. Karthik, who has been a vocal critic of team selection decisions in the past, also took a dig at Morgan's captaincy style. "I think it's very easy to comment on other teams' selections when you're sitting pretty with your own squad. But Eoin Morgan knows that as a captain, you have to be brave enough to make tough decisions," Karthik said. The former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman also defended his own selection in the tournament, saying he was confident about his abilities. "I am not worried about my form or fitness. I know what I can do on the field and I'm excited to contribute to the team's success," Karthik said. Karthik's outburst is likely to set off a fresh debate about team selection and captaincy in international cricket, with many experts weighing in on the issue.#Jos_Buttler #Eoin_Morgan #T20_World_Cup #Rishabh_Pant #Dawid_Malan #Dinesh_Karthik #Asif_Ali #Haider_Ali #Tom_Banton
New Zealand's Dominance: Top 10 Run Scorers and Team-wise Top 3 in T20 World Cup 2026 on March 4 As the T20 World Cup 2026 reaches its halfway mark, New Zealand has made a strong statement by beating South Africa. This victory has propelled them to the top of the table, with their batters making significant contributions. Here's a look at the top 10 run scorers and team-wise top 3 in the tournament so far. Most Runs in T20 World Cup 2026: 1. David Warner (Australia) - 143 runs 2. Kane Williamson (New Zealand) - 136 runs 3. Babar Azam (Pakistan) - 133 runs 4. Glenn Phillips (New Zealand) - 129 runs 5. Quinton de Kock (South Africa) - 126 runs 6. Devon Conway (New Zealand) - 124 runs 7. Rohit Sharma (India) - 123 runs 8. Mitchell Marsh (Australia) - 122 runs 9. Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan) - 121 runs 10. Henry Nicholls (New Zealand) - 119 runs Team-wise Top 3: 1. New Zealand - 241 runs, with Kane Williamson and Glenn Phillips leading the charge. 2. Australia - 235 runs, thanks to David Warner's impressive form. 3. Pakistan - 229 runs, with Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman making significant contributions. As the teams gear up for the second half of the tournament, New Zealand's strong start has set the tone for a thrilling finish. The Kiwis will look to build on their momentum, while other teams will strive to catch up. With the competition heating up, fans are in for an exciting ride as the T20 World Cup 2026 unfolds.#Mitchell_Marsh #Rohit_Sharma #Babar_Azam #Devon_Conway #Glenn_Phillips #New_Zealand #Quinton_de_Kock #Kane_Williamson #Henry_Nicholls #David_Warner #Fakhar_Zaman
Most Runs in T20 World Cup 2026: Top 10 Batters, Team-wise Top 3 on March 4 after New Zealand beat South Africa The ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 has witnessed some thrilling matches and incredible batting performances. As of March 4, the top 10 run-scorers in the tournament have been updated with new entries following the match between New Zealand and South Africa. The Kiwis emerged victorious by five wickets, chasing down a target of 164. The top 10 run-scorers now look like this: Mitchell Marsh (Australia) leads the pack with 233 runs from four matches. He is followed closely by Virat Kohli (India) who has scored 223 runs in three games. The Indian captain has been in exceptional form, scoring a century against Pakistan and a half-century against New Zealand. Other notable batters in the top 10 include Babar Azam (Pakistan) with 213 runs from four matches, while Australia's David Warner has scored 205 runs in four outings. England's Jos Buttler is another batsman who has impressed with his 193 runs from three games. Team-wise, the top three run-scorers are: Australia with 1041 runs from five matches, followed closely by India with 933 runs from four games. Pakistan rounds out the top three with 864 runs from five outings. The ongoing T20 World Cup has been filled with exciting performances and thrilling finishes. As the tournament approaches its business end, fans can expect more thrilling cricketing action as the teams battle it out to lift the coveted trophy.#India #Mitchell_Marsh #Australia #Pakistan #South_Africa #Virat_Kohli #Babar_Azam #Jos_Buttler #T20_World_Cup #New_Zealand #David_Warner
Jasprit Bumrah to Rachin Ravindra: Here are the bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 As the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 stage continues to thrill cricket enthusiasts worldwide, it is time to take a look at the bowlers who have been making waves with their impressive performances on the field. With Jasprit Bumrah and Rachin Ravindra leading the pack, here are the top bowlers in terms of wickets taken so far. India's star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been one of the most consistent performers for his team throughout the tournament. With 15 wickets to his name, he is currently ranked second on the list. His incredible ability to bowl yorkers at will and a knack for picking up crucial wickets have made him a nightmare for opposing teams. Another Indian bowler who has been making headlines is Rachin Ravindra. Although primarily known for his batting skills, Ravindra has shown off his bowling prowess in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 stage. With 12 wickets to his name, he is currently ranked third on the list. Other notable bowlers who have been making waves include Mitchell Starc of Australia with 10 wickets, England's Adil Rashid with 9 wickets, and West Indies' Akeal Hosein with 8 wickets. These performances will surely be crucial in shaping the outcome of the tournament. The T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 stage has seen some incredible bowling performances so far, and it is anyone's guess who might come out on top at the end of it all.#India #England #Australia #West_Indies #Rachin_Ravindra #Jasprit_Bumrah #T20_World_Cup_2026 #Adil_Rashid #Akeal_Hosein #Mitchell_Starc
Jasprit Bumrah to Rachin Ravindra: Here are the bowlers with most wickets in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 As we head into the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup, fans are eager to see which teams will make it through to the next round. But one thing that's already clear is which bowlers have been making the biggest impact on the field. From Jasprit Bumrah's incredible accuracy to Rachin Ravindra's skillful spin, here are the top five bowlers with the most wickets in the tournament so far. At number five, we find Rashid Khan of Afghanistan with 12 wickets under his belt. The leg-spinner has been a revelation for the Afghans, offering a unique combination of pace and spin that has left many batsmen struggling to cope. Next up is Australia's Adam Zampa, who has taken 14 wickets in total. The off-break bowler has been a consistent presence for the Aussies throughout the tournament, often proving to be the difference between victory and defeat. In third place, we find Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan with an impressive 16 wickets. The all-rounder has been instrumental in his side's success, offering not only a strong bowling attack but also a potent batting lineup. India's Jasprit Bumrah takes fourth spot with 18 wickets to date. The fast bowler has been one of the standout performers for the Indians, using his lightning-fast pace and clever variations to pick up wicket after wicket. Finally, at the top of the list is New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra with an incredible 20 wickets under his belt. The left-arm spinner has been a revelation for the Kiwis, offering a unique combination of turn and dip that has left many batsmen struggling to cope. With the Super 8 stage just around the corner, these bowlers are sure to be in action once again as their teams look to make it through to the next round.#Rashid_Khan #Rachin_Ravindra #Jasprit_Bumrah #Adam_Zampa #Shakib_Al_Hasan
T20 World Cup: Cricket's Nandan Kanonat Aji Ovalab Biswakapor Prathomto Fainalishto Dal, Somukh Somrat Dakshina Afrika-Nizu... The excitement is palpable as the T20 World Cup reaches its penultimate stage. Today, at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, South Africa will take on New Zealand in the first semi-final of the tournament. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two teams that have shown remarkable consistency throughout the competition. South Africa, who finished top of Group 1 with four wins out of five matches, will be keen to continue their momentum and make it to the final for the first time since 2012. They have been impressive in all departments, with the likes of David Miller and Temba Bavuma playing crucial roles in their victories. New Zealand, on the other hand, finished second in Group 2 with three wins out of five matches. Although they struggled against Australia, they bounced back strongly to defeat Afghanistan and Pakistan. Kane Williamson's men will be looking to capitalize on South Africa's perceived weakness against left-arm fast bowling. The Eden Gardens pitch has a reputation for being challenging for spinners, which could play into the hands of New Zealand's Adam Milne and Mitchell Santner. However, South Africa have a strong batting lineup, and if they can get off to a good start, they might just be able to overpower the Kiwis. With both teams having their strengths and weaknesses, this match promises to be an enthralling encounter. The winner of today's match will face either Australia or England in the final, setting up a thrilli...#Kolkata #England #Australia #South_Africa #David_Miller #Mitchell_Santner #Eden_Gardens #Cricket #T20_World_Cup #New_Zealand #Temba_Bavuma #Kane_Williamson #Adam_Milne
T20 World Cup: Cricket's Nandan Kanan to Host First Semi-Finalist Team, South Africa-NZ Clash Today The first semi-final of the T20 World Cup is set to take place at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata today, as the Proteas from South Africa gear up to face New Zealand. The match promises to be an intense and thrilling encounter between two top-notch teams vying for a spot in the finals. South Africa has been in excellent form throughout the tournament, having won five out of their seven matches so far. Their powerful batting line-up, led by the likes of Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram, will be looking to make a strong statement against New Zealand's formidable bowling attack. On the other hand, New Zealand has been a force to reckon with in this edition of the T20 World Cup, having won six out of their eight matches. Their star-studded batting line-up, featuring the likes of Kane Williamson and Devon Conway, will be looking to make amends after a narrow loss to Australia in their previous match. The Eden Gardens has been a happy hunting ground for both teams, with South Africa having won two out of their three matches here, while New Zealand has also had some success, winning one out of their two matches. The wicket at the Eden Gardens is expected to be a good one for batting, which could play into the hands of both teams. The match promises to be an electrifying encounter between two top-class teams, and cricket enthusiasts will be eager to see which team emerges victorious in this high-stakes clash.#Kolkata #Australia #South_Africa #Devon_Conway #Eden_Gardens #Aiden_Markram #T20_World_Cup #New_Zealand #Quinton_de_Kock #Kane_Williamson
New Zealand's Maiden T20 World Cup Triumph, Allen Sets Record for Fastest Century New Zealand has won their maiden T20 World Cup title after defeating Australia by eight wickets in the final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Kiwis, led by Kane Williamson, chased down Australia's total of 157 with ease to secure their first major ICC trophy. The star of the show was Devon Conway, who scored an unbeaten 60 off just 49 balls, including seven fours and two sixes. New Zealand's chase was well-planned and executed, with the openers putting on a stand of 63 in just 6.3 overs. Glenn Phillips also chipped in with a quickfire 22 off 13 deliveries. On the Australian side, Aaron Finch top-scored with 44 off 30 balls, while Mitchell Marsh added 28 off 17 deliveries. The Aussie bowlers struggled to contain the Kiwi batsmen, with Trent Boult and Tim Southee sharing three wickets apiece. The real showstopper was Mark Chapman's stunning catch at mid-on to dismiss Josh Inglis, which sparked a memorable celebration among the New Zealand players. It was also a fitting tribute to their coach, Gary Stead, who had worked tirelessly behind the scenes to prepare his team for this momentous occasion. This victory marks a significant milestone in New Zealand cricket's history, as they now hold both the T20 World Cup and the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup titles. The Kiwis will be looking to build on this success ahead of the 2023 ODI World Cup.#ICC #Mitchell_Marsh #Australia #Devon_Conway #Glenn_Phillips #Mark_Chapman #Trent_Boult #New_Zealand #Kane_Williamson #Tim_Southee #Gary_Stead #Melbourne_Cricket_Ground #Aaron_Finch
Allan's Rapidest Century Record, New Zealand into Final#New_Zealand #Allan #Rapidest_Century_Record
South Africa Posts 169 for 8 Against New Zealand in First Semi-Final of ICC T20 World Cup In a thrilling encounter, South Africa posted a total of 169 runs for the loss of eight wickets against New Zealand in the first semi-final of the ICC T20 World Cup. The Proteas batsmen struggled to get going initially but managed to put together a decent score towards the end of their innings. South Africa's opening pair got off to a slow start, with Quinton de Kock being dismissed for 11 runs. Heinrich Klaassen and Rassie van der Dussen then shared a 43-run partnership before Van Der Dussen was sent packing by James Neesham for 24 runs. Temba Bavuma and David Miller then took the game away from New Zealand, adding 53 runs off just 26 balls to take their team's total past the 150-run mark. New Zealand's bowling attack, however, showed remarkable improvement in the latter half of the innings, conceding just 19 runs off the final two overs. Kyle Jamieson was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with impressive figures of 3 for 33. Trent Boult and Lockie Ferguson also chipped in with a couple of wickets each. With their total, South Africa will be hoping to make it through to the finals of the tournament.#icc_t20_world_cup #south_africa #new_zealand #quinton_de_kock #heinrich_klaassen #rassie_van_der_dussen #temba_bavuma #david_miller #james_neesham #kyle_jamieson #trent_boult #lockie_ferguson
South Africa Posts 169 for 8 against New Zealand in First Semi-Final of ICC T20 World Cup In a thrilling encounter, South Africa managed to post a respectable total of 169 for 8 against New Zealand in the first semi-final match of the ICC T20 World Cup. The Proteas, led by their skipper Temba Bavuma, put up a strong fight despite losing early wickets. The Kiwis, who were expected to make light work of the target, were left reeling after South Africa's bowlers made the most of the conditions at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. New Zealand, however, refused to give up and kept themselves in the hunt with a spirited display. South Africa's batting lineup was led by Aiden Markram, who scored 27 off 23 balls before being dismissed by Tim Southee. The Proteas then lost wickets at regular intervals, but the lower order managed to put together a decent total. New Zealand, needing 170 runs for victory, got off to a poor start after losing their first two wickets without much fuss. Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell tried to steady the ship, but the pressure was too much to handle as they both fell to consecutive deliveries from Markram. As the game progressed, the Kiwis' chase became increasingly difficult, with South Africa's bowlers continuing to make life hard for them. In the end, it proved to be a challenge too far, and New Zealand succumbed to the Proteas' bowling attack by 8 runs.#Daryl_Mitchell #Aiden_Markram #Sheikh_Zayed_Stadium #Temba_Bavuma #Kane_Williamson #ICC_T20_World_Cup #Tim_Southee
