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Off-Spin Has Found Its Answer: Abhishek Sharma's World Cup Nightmare Exposed for the Third Time

Off-Spin Has Found Its Answer: Abhishek Sharma's World Cup Nightmare Exposed for the Third Time

Abhishek Sharma fell to off-spin for the third time in T20 World Cup 2026 as Will Jacks dismissed him for 9 off 7 in the semi-final. His numbers against off-spin — 29 runs, average 9.66, strike rate 107.40 in five innings — tell a damning story.

The Cricket Standard Desk 6d ago 4 min read
World Cup
Seven Balls, Nine Runs, and a Tournament That Won't Let Him Breathe — Abhishek Sharma's World Cup Agony Continues at Wankhede

Seven Balls, Nine Runs, and a Tournament That Won't Let Him Breathe — Abhishek Sharma's World Cup Agony Continues at Wankhede

Abhishek Sharma fell for nine off seven balls to Will Jacks in India's T20 World Cup semi-final against England — his sixth score of 15 or below in seven matches, reigniting fierce debate about his place in India's XI.

The Cricket Standard Desk 6d ago 5 min read
World Cup
Dhoni Has a Phone, Dravid Beams, and Sachin Cries: India's Cricket Legends Unite at Arjun Tendulkar's Wedding

Dhoni Has a Phone, Dravid Beams, and Sachin Cries: India's Cricket Legends Unite at Arjun Tendulkar's Wedding

MS Dhoni went viral at Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok's wedding in Mumbai after a video of him holding a mobile phone broke the internet — while India's cricket legends reunited for a star-studded evening of celebration.

The Cricket Standard Desk 6d ago 3 min read
Five Days Stranded in Kolkata: How a Two-Word Sammy Tweet Finally Got West Indies Their Flight Home

Five Days Stranded in Kolkata: How a Two-Word Sammy Tweet Finally Got West Indies Their Flight Home

West Indies were stranded in Kolkata for five days after being eliminated from the T20 World Cup, as US-Iran war airspace closures halted Gulf flights. Coach Daren Sammy's viral tweet finally prompted ICC to arrange a charter flight via London.

The Cricket Standard Desk 6d ago 4 min read
World Cup
Sanju Samson Equals Kohli's Knockout Record With a Brilliant 89 as India Post 253 Against England in T20 World Cup Semi-Final

Sanju Samson Equals Kohli's Knockout Record With a Brilliant 89 as India Post 253 Against England in T20 World Cup Semi-Final

Sanju Samson matched Virat Kohli's highest score by an Indian in a T20 World Cup knockout match with a brilliant 89 off 40 balls, setting India a formidable 253/7 against England at Wankhede — including a record 16 sixes this edition.

The Cricket Standard Desk 06 Mar 2026 6 min read
"Keep Pushing, Sir" — How Yuvraj's Heartfelt Message After Zimbabwe Fifty Captured a Mentor-Protege Bond Like No Other

"Keep Pushing, Sir" — How Yuvraj's Heartfelt Message After Zimbabwe Fifty Captured a Mentor-Protege Bond Like No Other

Yuvraj Singh set aside his famous banter to post a heartwarming Instagram story for Abhishek Sharma after his comeback fifty against Zimbabwe — calling him "sir" and urging him to keep pushing in India's T20 World Cup campaign.

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Mar 2026 5 min read
World Cup
Learning From the Best: How Shubman Gill's Hunger Is Shaping Angkrish Raghuvanshi's Batting Mindset

Learning From the Best: How Shubman Gill's Hunger Is Shaping Angkrish Raghuvanshi's Batting Mindset

Angkrish Raghuvanshi has revealed he draws deep inspiration from Shubman Gill's batting approach, particularly his hunger for big runs — while also opening up about Gambhir's IPL mentorship and his own trophy-winning ambitions.

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Mar 2026 5 min read
India
"Got Out So Many Times in That Region" – Gavaskar's Blunt Verdict on Sanju Samson's Repeat Dismissal

"Got Out So Many Times in That Region" – Gavaskar's Blunt Verdict on Sanju Samson's Repeat Dismissal

Sunil Gavaskar was blunt about Sanju Samson's dismissal for 24 vs Zimbabwe, saying he has "got out so many times in that region" — flagging a recurring technical flaw that has haunted the Kerala opener for over a year.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Feb 2026 4 min read
256/4 and Five Runs Short of the World Record – India Shatter Batting Records Against Zimbabwe

256/4 and Five Runs Short of the World Record – India Shatter Batting Records Against Zimbabwe

India smashed 256/4 vs Zimbabwe — the second-highest total in T20 World Cup history, just five runs short of Sri Lanka's 2007 world record — breaking multiple batting and bowling milestones in one stunning evening at Chepauk.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Feb 2026 6 min read
World Cup
T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Points Table After India Beat Zimbabwe – One Match, One Shot at the Semis

T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Points Table After India Beat Zimbabwe – One Match, One Shot at the Semis

India's 72-run win over Zimbabwe sets up a winner-takes-all Super 8 clash with West Indies at Eden Gardens on March 1. Here's the full updated points table and semi-final qualification breakdown.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Feb 2026 3 min read
World Cup
Abhishek is Back, Tilak Silences Critics and Pandya Bludgeons – India Pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 Runs to Stay Alive in T20 World Cup

Abhishek is Back, Tilak Silences Critics and Pandya Bludgeons – India Pulverise Zimbabwe by 72 Runs to Stay Alive in T20 World Cup

Abhishek Sharma ended his slump with 55, Hardik Pandya smashed an unbeaten 50 and Tilak Varma destroyed Zimbabwe with 44 off 16 balls as India posted 256/4 — the highest ever T20 World Cup total — winning by 72 runs to set up a winner-takes-all game against West Indies.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Feb 2026 6 min read
World Cup
Win or Go Home: India's T20 World Cup Semi-Final Qualification Scenarios Fully Explained After Zimbabwe Win

Win or Go Home: India's T20 World Cup Semi-Final Qualification Scenarios Fully Explained After Zimbabwe Win

India's semi-final path is simple: beat West Indies at Eden Gardens on March 1. A loss or rain washout sends India home as West Indies' NRR of +1.791 towers over India's -0.100 in any tiebreaker scenario.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Feb 2026 4 min read
World Cup
India's Brilliant 256/4 vs Zimbabwe Wasn't Enough to Overhaul West Indies' NRR – What Happens Next

India's Brilliant 256/4 vs Zimbabwe Wasn't Enough to Overhaul West Indies' NRR – What Happens Next

India smashed a record 256/4 to beat Zimbabwe by 72 runs, but fell short of the 108-run margin needed to overhaul West Indies' NRR. Abhishek Sharma's 55 and Hardik's unbeaten 50 shone, but India must beat West Indies to reach the semi-finals.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Feb 2026 4 min read
Gambhir and Surya Told Axar Personally – But the Call to Drop Him Still Backfired Badly

Gambhir and Surya Told Axar Personally – But the Call to Drop Him Still Backfired Badly

Gambhir and Suryakumar personally explained to Axar Patel why he was dropped for the South Africa match, but Washington Sundar's flop show made the call look like a costly error as India lost by 76 runs.

The Cricket Standard Desk 23 Feb 2026 6 min read
World Cup
“What Are They Discussing?” Inside Gautam Gambhir’s Viral Chat With Abhishek Sharma After South Africa Loss

“What Are They Discussing?” Inside Gautam Gambhir’s Viral Chat With Abhishek Sharma After South Africa Loss

A video of Gautam Gambhir’s intense bus conversation with out-of-form Abhishek Sharma went viral after India’s loss to South Africa, highlighting growing concern over India’s opening pair.

The Cricket Standard Desk 23 Feb 2026 3 min read
World Cup