India’s cricket team has shattered a new record in the T20 World Cup 2026, achieving an unprecedented feat in the tournament’s final match against New Zealand. In the 14th over, bowled by Rachin Ravindra, Suryakumar Yadav hit three consecutive sixes, taking India to a new milestone. This achievement marks India as the first team to surpass the 100 sixes mark in any World Cup edition, bringing the team’s total sixes count to 102.
Suryakumar Yadav’s incredible innings of 89 runs off 46 balls left the spectators in awe, but he was eventually dismissed on a full toss. The two teams, which had left for Kolkata after being eliminated from the T20 World Cup, have been informed of a new plan and are expected to depart on Sunday afternoon.
The T20 World Cup final is being held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, while the official schedule for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 is expected to be announced next week. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said that he won’t be bothered by the sight of some people getting emotional at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Australia’s women’s team captain, Ellyse Perry, will bring her international career to a close after securing a victory against India in the Test. Brett Randall took five wickets off just five balls, setting a new record. According to the Indian cricket website, the ICC meeting has been postponed due to tensions in the region. The International Cricket Council (ICC) was criticized for not arranging the return of South African players after the T20 World Cup.
In other news, the first match of the National T20 Cricket Cup will begin in Peshawar, with Lahore Region Whites defeating Peshawar Region. In a press conference, Mohammad Rizwan said that they have players with experience of playing in Bangladesh. The UAE Cricket Board has announced that a series of white-ball matches may be postponed due to ongoing tensions in the region.
Former Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir responded to a comment by former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif, stating that he earned his place in cricket through his skills and not just his fielding. The President and Prime Minister have congratulated the national hockey team on qualifying for the World Cup after a long hiatus.
The T20 Cricket World Cup final will take place between India and New Zealand on Sunday in Ahmedabad. The teams participating in the T20 Cricket World Cup have been affected by the situation in the Middle East. The National T20 Cup will begin on Monday in Peshawar, featuring 10 regional teams. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that they do not want to get involved in any conflicts or tensions.
