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.

Shoaib Akhtar accused India of completely ruining cricket in a remark that can be seen more as jealousy rather than analysis of India’s T20 World Cup victory.

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.

Gary Kirsten has been appointed as the new head coach of the Sri Lanka national cricket team, signing a two-year contract starting April 15, 2026. The former India World Cup-winning coach brings extensive international playing and coaching experience to the role.

New Zealand failed to clinch a Twenty20 World Cup semifinals place when it lost to England by four wickets on Friday, leaving Pakistan a last chance to qualify. New Zealand looked set to join England in the semifinals when it reduced England to 117-6 in the 17th over in pursuit of 160.