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A Sunrisers Hyderabad fan's alleged 'black magic' ritual involving a lemon coincided with Shivam Dube's dismissal, sparking debate online. SRH secured a 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings, with captain Ishan Kishan praising his young bowlers' execution despite feeling his team was short on runs. SRH next faces Delhi Capitals.

In IPL 2026 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni was again absent from the playing XI. SRH continue with sensations like Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, signalling a focus on fresh talent. CSK stuck to their combination, while Dhoni’s continued absence remains a major talking point among fans and experts alike.

Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a thrilling 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings at Uppal Stadium. Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen powered SRH to 194/9. CSK fought back but fell short. Eshan Malinga and Nitish Kumar Reddy were key bowlers for Hyderabad. Praful Hinge defended 18 in the final over to seal the win.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's morale is high after pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain's sensational debuts, leading to a win against Rajasthan Royals. Their batting, featuring Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, remains a strong point. Chennai Super Kings have found momentum with back-to-back wins, despite captain Ruturaj Gaikwad's form being a concern.

Former India skipper Dilip Vengsarkar expressed concern over bowlers' plight in IPL-2026 due to high scoring, suggesting boundary pushes to rebalance the game. He also urged Mumbai's young cricketers to prioritize playing for their city. The MCA also felicitated Ayush Mhatre and awarded lifetime achievement awards.

Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a tense 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings, with Eshan Malinga and Shivang Kumar's exceptional death-overs bowling proving decisive. Despite a strong chase from CSK, SRH's bowlers consistently took wickets, restricting them to 184 for 8. Earlier, Abhishek Sharma's explosive 59 and Heinrich Klaasen's 59 guided SRH to 194 for 9.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young pace duo, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, will be key against Chennai Super Kings. Hinge impressed with 4/34 in the last match, supported by Hussain's four wickets. CSK, despite recent wins, face bowling challenges with Khaleel Ahmed out injured and MS Dhoni still unavailable.

Chennai Super Kings climbed to seventh in the IPL points table despite a narrow 10-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. The defeat, by a small margin, significantly improved CSK's net run rate, allowing them to overtake Lucknow Super Giants. SRH successfully defended 194, with strong bowling performances limiting CSK's chase.

Sunrisers Hyderabad surged into the top four with a 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings. Eshan Malinga and Shivang Kumar led SRH's bowling charge, restricting CSK to 184/8 while chasing 195. Despite an explosive start, SRH's batting faltered, but Heinrich Klaasen's fifty anchored their total.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru face a struggling Chennai Super Kings in a highly anticipated southern derby. RCB, coming off an opening win, will look to Virat Kohli and Jacob Duffy for continued success, while CSK hopes Shivam Dube, Sanju Samson, and Ayush Mhatre can spark their first victory of IPL 2026.

TOI presents a formidable IPL 2026 Dream XI designed to challenge the Suryakumar Yadav-led T20 World Cup champions. This squad features a potent mix of four overseas stars and Indian talent, boasting explosive openers, a stable middle order, and versatile bowlers capable of dismantling any opposition.

New Zealand's decision to chase and their puzzling team selection proved costly in the T20 World Cup final. India's explosive Powerplay, spearheaded by Abhishek Sharma's rapid fifty and Dube's late assault, set an insurmountable target. New Zealand's batting faltered early against India's bowlers, preventing any momentum.

India posted a record 255 for five in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand, thanks to stellar knocks from Sanju Samson (89), Abhishek Sharma (52), and Ishan Kishan (54). This monumental total, the highest in a men's T20 World Cup final, sets a daunting target of 256 for the Blackcaps.

Ricky Ponting lauded Will Jacks with a perfect 10, while Indian stars Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah earned 9.5/10. Samson, Player of the Tournament, led India's charge with the bat, and Bumrah was a bowling maestro. India's dominant victory over New Zealand in the final cemented their status as three-time T20 World Cup champions.

Mohammad Amir questioned New Zealand's bowling strategy in the T20 World Cup final, particularly the decision to bring Jacob Duffy against Abhishek Sharma. India secured their third T20 World Cup title by defending a massive 255/5, bundling out New Zealand for 159. Amir noted the Black Caps appeared under unprecedented pressure during the match.

India's T20 evolution post-2024 World Cup win saw a shift to a younger, aggressive style. Key changes included moving on from Hardik Pandya as captain, appointing Suryakumar Yadav as T20-only skipper, and prioritising intent over averages with selections like Shubman Gill's exclusion. Backing Sanju Samson and maintaining left-right batting combinations further fueled this relentless winning machine.

Defending champions India are set to face two-time winners England in a highly anticipated ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. This clash, a repeat of the last two semi-finals where the winner went on to win the tournament, promises an exciting contest between two in-form teams.

India's T20 World Cup triumph was a collective effort, marked by stellar individual performances. Suryakumar Yadav's crucial knocks, Ishan Kishan's explosive batting, and Sanju Samson's match-winning innings powered the team through tough encounters. Jasprit Bumrah's bowling prowess and contributions from others secured the title.

India had attacking openers, a team packed with fearsome hitting potential till No. 8 and a bowling lineup with variety. The team also took certain decision that ensured it was always formidable.

India defended their title in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup after defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final in Ahmedabad on Sunday, following a record total in the first innings.

As India played against New Zealand at the T20 Finals in Ahmedabad, the closing ceremony was nothing short of spectacular with Falguni Pathak, Ricky Martin and Sukhbir Singh performing.

Team India secured a dominant victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final. They defeated New Zealand by 96 runs. India posted a record 255 for five, with Sanju Samson scoring 89. Jasprit Bumrah took four wickets. India successfully defended their T20 World Cup title. This marks a historic achievement for the team.

India clinched a record third T20 World Cup title, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in a dominant final. A stellar batting performance, led by Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, propelled India to a massive 255/5. Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah then starred with the ball, restricting New Zealand to 159/10.

Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan scored blistering fifties to power India to 255 for 5 against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad. Indian bowlers led by Jasprit Bumrah and some exceptional catching by Ishan Kishan in the outfield helped India register a 96-run win and they became only the first team to win back-to-back T20 World Cups.

Ranchi burst into a carnival of joy as India triumphed in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, overpowering New Zealand by a stunning 96 runs. Streets were alive with chanting fans, vibrant firecrackers lighting the night sky, and the proud flutter of the tricolour, a testament to the team's relentless spirit and skill throughout the tournament.

India has created history by winning consecutive T20 World Cup titles. They are the first nation to successfully defend their championship and secure victory on home soil. This remarkable achievement marks India's third T20 World Cup win. Tech leaders Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella have congratulated the team on their historic triumph.

India secured their third T20 World Cup title with a dominant performance against New Zealand. Sanju Samson's explosive 89 and Jasprit Bumrah's four-wicket haul were instrumental in the commanding victory. Abhishek Sharma's rapid fifty set the tone, propelling India to a record 255/5 and a memorable win.

India's opening duo, Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson, powered to a record 98-run partnership in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand. Sharma's rapid fifty set the tone, continuing Samson's strong tournament form. This explosive start provided India with a significant advantage as they aim for a historic third title on home soil.

Both are chasing history. No country has won the T20 World Cup consecutively, nor has a host ever won the tournament.