T20 World Cup final: A father’s quiet vigil as Abhishek Sharma prepares for his biggest night

Abhishek Sharma (right) speaks to his father Rajkumar Sharma at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. (Photo Courtesy: Sahil Malhotra) TimesofIndia.com in Ahmedabad: On Saturday, most eyes were glued to the net where Abhishek Sharma was batting during India’s training session on the eve of the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand. Facing a…

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Lakshya Sen scripts history with second All England final appearance | Badminton News

India’s Lakshya Sen (AP Photo/Kin Cheung) Lakshya Sen delivered a gritty performance to book his place in the final of the All England Open Badminton Championships, becoming only the second Indian shuttler to reach the title clash twice after defeating Canada’s Victor Lai in a demanding semifinal on Saturday. The 24 year old, who had…

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‘I make no apologies’: Brendon McCullum issues defiant message after England’s semi-final loss | Cricket News

England’s head coach Brendon McCullum, centre, with players (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) Following England’s exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, head coach Brendon McCullum has stood by his coaching philosophy, insisting the team’s white-ball setup still has the ingredients to achieve “special stuff” if their talent is nurtured correctly.England’s journey in the tournament…

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England leave, WI and SA stuck in India; Former captain slams ICC over unequal treatment | Cricket News

South Africa and West Indies cricket team (Agency Image) Former England captain Michael Vaughan has criticised what he believes is unequal treatment of teams following their exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, pointing out that some sides are still stranded in India while others have already been allowed to leave.England were knocked…

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‘Sab same line chipka rahe hain’: Suryakumar Yadav shrugs off Mitchell Santner’s ‘silence the crowd’ remark | Cricket News

Suryakumar Yadav responded to comments made by Mitchell Santner about silencing the home crowd in the final NEW DELHI: India captain Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday responded to comments made by Mitchell Santner about silencing the home crowd in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad, saying such remarks have become common…

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T20 World Cup final: Indian Railways announces special train from Delhi to Ahmedabad | Cricket News

India vs New Zealand (Agency Image) The spotlight shifts to Ahmedabad as the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final between the India national cricket team and the New Zealand national cricket team is set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. With anticipation building for the title clash, the Indian Railways…

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‘Chokers tag is yours’: Dale Steyn fires bold shot at New Zealand before final vs India | Cricket News

New Zealand’s Matt Henry , second from left, celebrates with teammates (AP/PTI) Former South Africa national cricket team pace legend Dale Steyn has made a bold remark ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, stating that New Zealand national cricket team could inherit the long-standing “chokers” label if they fail to overcome…

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IND vs NZ T20 World Cup Final Weather Report: Will rain affect the Ahmedabad clash? | Cricket News

Narendra Modi Stadium (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav) The weather looks set to play along as India and New Zealand prepare to face off in the T20 World Cup 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. With defending champions India aiming to script history and New Zealand chasing their maiden title, fans…

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‘Give him a break’: Ex-India batter urges India to drop Abhishek Sharma for T20 World Cup final | Cricket News

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif has urged the team management to consider a bold change ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 final, suggesting that out-of-form opener Abhishek Sharma should be rested for the title clash against New Zealand national cricket team. India will face the Kiwis in the summit clash at the Narendra Modi…

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Can Suryakumar Yadav do what Dhoni and Kohli couldn’t? This T20 World Cup stat vs New Zealand may worry India | Cricket News

New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips plays a shot during the third T20 cricket match between India and New Zealand in Guwahati, India, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. (AP) India will face New Zealand in the final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on Sunday in Ahmedabad, with the hosts aiming to achieve several milestones in the…

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