Sunday, May 10
Get ready for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026! India and Sri Lanka are co-hosting, with the schedule dropping November 25th. The tournament kicks off early February 2026, featuring 20 teams and a familiar format. Pakistan will play all their matches in Sri Lanka, including a potential final.
Legendary actor Dharmendra, known for his fitness and athletic past, passed away at 89 after a brief illness. The Sholay star, who once dreamt of representing India in sports, was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital before returning home. His demise has prompted widespread tributes from fans and sporting personalities alike.
Former India captain Rohit Sharma has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Sharma, who has participated in every edition since its inception, expressed his enthusiasm for the new role and his continued connection with the T20 squad.
India's perplexing team selection, particularly at the No. 3 position, has drawn criticism during the ongoing Test series against South Africa. Despite experimenting with different players, the management's choices have been questioned, leading to a confused batting order. On the field, India struggled significantly, facing a large first-innings deficit.
Suryakumar Yadav expressed a desire to face Australia in the 2026 T20 World Cup final for redemption after the 2023 ODI World Cup loss. Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur emphasized winning over opponent preference. Rohit was also announced as the tournament ambassador. India are in Group A along with Pakistan.
India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games is set for formal approval at the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow. Ahmedabad has emerged as the preferred host city, marking a significant step in India's ambition to become a global sporting hub. This hosting opportunity paves the way for India's larger goal of bidding for the 2036 Olympic Games.
