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T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup: Pakistan can brag about series win, but don't count Australia out

Pakistan have every right to enjoy a 3-0 sweep of Australia so close to a T20 World Cup, but the context tempers the celebration. Australia travelled with a depleted squad and used the series as preparation, and history shows they have often stumbled before global tournaments, only to find their best form when it matters most.

Australian Cricket Team
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T20 World Cup 2026

Try banning Pakistan: Ex-Pak cricketer challenges ICC over India match boycott

T20 World Cup 2026: Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali criticised the International Cricket Council, daring it to take punitive action against Pakistan if the team forfeits its match against India on February 15. Ali argued that the Pakistan Cricket Board, acting on government directives, cannot be penalised by the global cricket body.

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T20 World Cup 2026

Fresh trouble for Pakistan: Broadcasters may sue PCB over India match boycott

T20 World Cup 2026: More trouble is brewing for Pakistan. Beyond the threat of severe sanctions from the International Cricket Council, the tournament's broadcaster may take legal action against the Pakistan Cricket Board if the senior national team boycotts the February 15 match against India.

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AUS vs ENG semi-final: England clinch place in final with 27-run win

AUS vs ENG, U-19 World Cup semi-final live: Riding on captain Thomas Rew's century, England posted 277 and successfully defended the total to seal a place in the final. Australia captain Oliver Peake hit a hundred in the chase, but it was not enough for the former champions.

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