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Abhishek Sharma vs Virat Kohli: Who Had the Better T20I Start?

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Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli T20I batting comparison graphic

Abhishek Sharma’s early T20I numbers have drawn attention as comparisons emerge with Virat Kohli’s first 30-plus matches in the format, highlighting how roles and demands in T20 cricket have evolved over time. Young India opener Abhishek Sharma has made a strong impression in T20 internationals, and his early numbers have inevitably drawn comparisons with Virat … Read more

Why ICC Held Its Ground: The Story Behind Bangladesh’s World Cup Exit

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bangladesh cricket team during an icc tournament amid 2026 t20 world cup exit decision

Bangladesh’s removal from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup was not triggered by a single dispute or a last-minute collapse in negotiations. Instead, it followed weeks of back-and-forth after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) adopted a firm position against playing its matches in India. The standoff can be traced back to the diplomatic tensions … Read more

‘We Won a Political Battle, But Lost the War in Cricket’: Ex-BCB Official on Bangladesh’s World Cup Exit

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Bangladesh players during the T20 World Cup as officials warn of fallout from the team’s withdrawal

Bangladesh cricket finds itself at a critical crossroads as the country prepares to miss the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, a development that has sparked intense debate within cricketing circles. Former Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) general secretary and ex-Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief executive Syed Ashraful Haque has delivered a stark assessment of the … Read more