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Shashwat Nishant

Shashwat Nishant

Shashwat Nishant

Shashwat Nishant is a sports journalist with a deep passion for covering a variety of sports. His expertise spans football, cricket, tennis, and Formula 1, where he enjoy exploring both the games and the athletes who make them thrilling. His reporting aims to reveal the stories behind the headlines, offering readers a comprehensive look at the sports they follow and the people who shape them. Through in-depth analysis and engaging narratives, he strive to bring the excitement and dedication of the sports world to life.

Shashwat Nishant is a sports journalist with a deep passion for covering a variety of sports. His expertise spans football, cricket, tennis, and Formula 1, where he enjoy exploring both the games and the athletes who make them thrilling. His reporting aims to reveal the stories behind the headlines, offering readers a comprehensive look at the sports they follow and the people who shape them. Through in-depth analysis and engaging narratives, he strive to bring the excitement and dedication of the sports world to life.

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Ireland vs Zimbabwe: Rain washes away Australia's Super 8 hopes; ZIM and SL qualify

Zimbabwe join Sri Lanka from Group B to qualify for the Super 8 stage of the tournament.

Ireland vs Zimbabwe: Rain washes away Australia's Super 8 hopes; ZIM and SL qualify
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 6:09 PM IST

Zimbabwe knocks Australia out, first group stage elimination since 2009

Australia's only win came against Ireland as Mitchell Marsh and co. are out of the T20 World Cup before the semis for the third time in a row now.

Zimbabwe knocks Australia out, first group stage elimination since 2009
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 6:07 PM IST

ICC T20 World Cup 2026 key stats: Top 10 batters and bowlers so far

The leaderboard is also taking shape with batters and bowlers trying to outperform one another to top the charts. Check out the top run getters and wicket takers of the tournament so far.

ICC T20 World Cup 2026 key stats: Top 10 batters and bowlers so far
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 5:02 PM IST

Gavaskar, Kapil Dev lead appeal to PAK govt for Imran Khan's fair treatment

Addressed to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the appeal deliberately rises above the usual India-Pakistan sporting rivalry.

Gavaskar, Kapil Dev lead appeal to PAK govt for Imran Khan's fair treatment
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 3:58 PM IST

Will Australia reach Super 8 if Zimbabwe vs Ireland match is washed out?

After suffering a comprehensive defeat against co-hosts Sri Lanka earlier this week, Mitchell Marsh's side no longer controls its qualification fate.

Will Australia reach Super 8 if Zimbabwe vs Ireland match is washed out?
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 3:10 PM IST

ICC T20 WC 2026 Group D updated points table: SA, NZ qualify for Super 8

Afghanistan, who were hoping for a miracle from Canada on the day, have eventually been knocked out of the tournament with only 2 points from 3 games so far.

ICC T20 WC 2026 Group D updated points table: SA, NZ qualify for Super 8
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 2:47 PM IST

New Zealand vs Canada HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC: Rachin-Phillips take NZ through to Super 8 with 8-wkt win

Samra's maiden T20 World Cup ton goes in vain as New Zealand cruise through to a comfortable win in the end despite some hiccups at the beginning.

New Zealand vs Canada HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC: Rachin-Phillips take NZ through to Super 8 with 8-wkt win
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 2:12 PM IST

NZ vs CAN: Yuvraj Samra becomes youngest player to hit T20 World Cup ton

The 19-year-old batter is now the youngest batter to score a century in T20 World Cup history, reaching his maiden ton in 58 deliveries as Canada put up a brilliant batting diaplay against the Kiwis.

NZ vs CAN: Yuvraj Samra becomes youngest player to hit T20 World Cup ton
Updated On : 17 Feb 2026 | 12:47 PM IST

T20 WC 2026: Australia vs Sri Lanka preview, toss time, live streaming

Sri Lanka began their campaign with a 29-run victory over Ireland and followed it up with a commanding 105-run thrashing of Oman.

T20 WC 2026: Australia vs Sri Lanka preview, toss time, live streaming
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 6:39 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: AUS vs SL pitch report and Pallekele stadium stats

Australia, on the other hand, have experienced an inconsistent run. They began positively with a win over Ireland but stumbled in their next outing, suffering a surprising 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe.

T20 World Cup 2026: AUS vs SL pitch report and Pallekele stadium stats
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 6:38 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: AFG vs UAE pitch report and Arun Jaitley stadium stats

UAE head into the clash on the back of a victory over Canada and currently sit third in the points table. A win in this fixture would significantly boost their chances of progressing to the Super 8.

T20 World Cup 2026: AFG vs UAE pitch report and Arun Jaitley stadium stats
Updated On : 16 Feb 2026 | 10:40 AM IST

Dominant India thump Pakistan by 61 runs, extend T20 World Cup edge to 8-1

Suryakumar Yadav and co. have now made it 8-1 against Pakistan in World Cups, further tilting the rivalry in favor of the Men in Blue.

Dominant India thump Pakistan by 61 runs, extend T20 World Cup edge to 8-1
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 10:40 PM IST

India vs Pakistan HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC 2026: IND crush PAK by 61 runs; Qualify for Super 8 stage

IND vs PAK HIGHLIGHTS: India bundle out Pakistan at 114 as the Men in Blue extend their lead in T20 World Cup to 8-1.

India vs Pakistan HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC 2026: IND crush PAK by 61 runs; Qualify for Super 8 stage
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 10:38 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: WI vs NEP pitch report and Wankhede Stadium key stats

Nepal began their campaign with a close defeat against England in their opening match, followed by a comprehensive 10-wicket loss to Italy.

T20 World Cup 2026: WI vs NEP pitch report and Wankhede Stadium key stats
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:55 PM IST

IND vs PAK key player battle: Bumrah vs Farhan; Abhishek vs Usman Tariq

For today's encounter, all eyes will be on Bumrah's strategy to counter Farhan's aggressive strokeplay and other such battles that will shape the encounter in Colombo.

IND vs PAK key player battle: Bumrah vs Farhan; Abhishek vs Usman Tariq
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:54 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan preview, toss time, live streaming

Abhishek Sharma has recovered in time to feature against Pakistan and is set to replace Sanju Samson.

T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan preview, toss time, live streaming
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:43 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: IND vs PAK pitch report and Colombo Stadium key stats

Pakistan are likely to retain Babar Azam in the middle order after his commanding performance against the USA.

T20 World Cup 2026: IND vs PAK pitch report and Colombo Stadium key stats
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:37 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: USA vs NAM pitch report and Chepauk Stadium key stats

Namibia enters this contest under pressure after losing their opening two matches. They were outplayed by the Netherlands in their first outing and then suffered a heavy defeat by India, losing by 93

T20 World Cup 2026: USA vs NAM pitch report and Chepauk Stadium key stats
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:31 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: USA vs Namibia preview, toss time, live streaming

The USA have had a fairly positive campaign despite earlier setbacks against Pakistan and India.

T20 World Cup 2026: USA vs Namibia preview, toss time, live streaming
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:30 PM IST

IND vs PAK: How Abhishek Sharma has prepared for Usman Tariq challenge

In a video shared by the ICC, Suryakumar was spotted bowling in the nets to Rinku Singh, attempting to mimic Usman Tariq's unusual rhythm.

IND vs PAK: How Abhishek Sharma has prepared for Usman Tariq challenge
Updated On : 15 Feb 2026 | 6:30 PM IST