
Three games to save a job? No excuses if England fail again
The T20 World Cup Super 8s may present Brendon McCullum with the chance to save his England job – should he want to continue into the summer.
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The T20 World Cup Super 8s may present Brendon McCullum with the chance to save his England job – should he want to continue into the summer.

The opening Super Eight stage match of the T20 World Cup between New Zealand and Pakistan in Colombo was abandoned without a ball bowled due to rain.
The T20 World Cup Super 8s present Brendon McCullum with an opportunity to save his job as England's coach, should he wish to continue.
A preview of the T20 World Cup Super Eight opener between Pakistan and New Zealand, highlighting venue stats, head-to-head records, and weather forecasts, with New Zealand's middle order facing a stern test against Pakistan's spin attack.
Pakistan coach Mike Hesson questioned Babar Azam’s strike rate ahead of the T20 World Cup Super Eight clash against New Zealand, while gloomy weather forecasts in Colombo raise concerns for the upcoming matches.

After navigating scares from Nepal, Scotland, and Italy to reach the Super 8s, Jacob Bethell declares that England's true T20 World Cup campaign is now underway.
Former India opener Virender Sehwag expressed concerns about India's bowling strength despite their dominant group stage performance, issuing a warning ahead of the Super 8s.
Ahead of the UAE clash, South Africa's bowling consultant Albie Morkel joked about his brother Morne's role with India, adding a lighthearted note to the T20 World Cup Super Eight match between India and South Africa.
India captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed confidence in his team's dominant group stage performance in the T20 World Cup, sending a warning to Super 8s opponents.

Sahibzada Farhan scored a 57-ball century, leading Pakistan to a significant total against Namibia in a must-win T20 World Cup game as they aim for the Super 8s.

Opener Sahibzada Farhan scored a rapid century, propelling Pakistan into the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.
Shadley van Schalkwyk is dominating the T20 World Cup 2026 with two four-wicket hauls, leading the tournament with 13 wickets. Seven teams have already advanced to the Super 8s, with Pakistan and the

South Africa defeated the United Arab Emirates by six wickets, fine-tuning their preparations for the T20 World Cup Super 8s.
Pakistan must defeat Namibia to qualify for the Super 8s, with fans cautiously optimistic for a potential rematch with India despite a previous loss.
India has qualified for the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 after a dominant victory over Pakistan, marking their third consecutive win.
New Zealand advanced to the Super 8s after a dominant eight-wicket victory against Canada, highlighted by Glenn Phillips' fastest T20 World Cup fifty.
Yuvraj Samra made history at 19 years and 141 days, becoming the youngest centurion in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup with a brilliant 110 against New Zealand.
Sri Lanka has stormed into the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup with three dominant wins, including an emphatic victory over Australia, establishing themselves as a team to beat.
Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten century propelled Sri Lanka to a record-breaking chase against Australia in the T20 World Cup, while New Zealand's captain Mitchell Santner missed a crucial match after falling ill from a 'dodgy burger'.
Australia face an early T20 World Cup exit after a crushing eight-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka. Captain Mitchell Marsh admitted the team's fate is now out of their hands, relying on other results to qua
India secured their spot in the T20 World Cup Super 8s by defeating Pakistan by 61 runs, powered by Ishan Kishan's impressive 77 runs.

As the T20 World Cup progresses, teams are vying for Super 8s spots, while Italy's journey and overall tournament statistics are also in focus.
An overview of the results needed by England, Australia, and other nations to advance to the Super 8s stage of the T20 World Cup, joining India and West Indies.
The Pakistan vs New Zealand Super 8 match in the T20 World Cup 2026 was washed out by rain, resulting in both teams sharing one point and complicating their semi-final race.
Details for the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s match between India and South Africa in Ahmedabad, including live streaming information, are provided.
Pakistan faces New Zealand in the Super 8 opener of the T20 World Cup 2026 at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium, with spin expected to be a deciding factor.

England is heading into the T20 World Cup Super 8s with a clean slate and a clear objective to improve their performance, despite precarious weather forecasts in Kandy.
Pakistan's coach is facing criticism for tactical blunders following their loss to India in the T20 World Cup, despite the team reaching the Super 8s.
Former India opener Virender Sehwag has expressed concerns about India's bowling strength despite their dominant group stage performance, issuing a warning ahead of the Super 8s.
Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe are set to clash for the top position in Group B of the T20 World Cup 2026, with both teams already having secured their spots in the Super 8s.
Pakistan has qualified for the Super 8s at the T20 World Cup, while India and South Africa maintain perfect records.

Opener Sahibzada Farhan scored a rapid 58-ball century, leading Pakistan to a comfortable victory and securing their spot in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.
India defeated the Netherlands to complete a clean sweep of their group, with Shivan Dube shining, as they prepare for the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.
Opener Sahibzada Farhan's sparkling 58-ball century has propelled Pakistan into the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.
India's T20 World Cup journey to the semifinals is now clearer following Australia's elimination, with Zimbabwe set to be their next opponent.
Pakistan is set to play Namibia in a crucial T20 World Cup match, needing a win to advance.

Canada's Yuvraj Samra, 19, made history by becoming the first player from an associate nation to score a T20 World Cup century, though it wasn't enough to prevent New Zealand from reaching the Super 8s.
Zimbabwe's cricket team, led by captain Sikandar Raza, has qualified for the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup 2026, marking a significant step towards their larger goals.

England narrowly avoided an upset against tournament debutants Italy, securing a 24-run victory to advance to the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup.
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 group stage is concluding, with six teams qualified for the Super Eights and two spots remaining.
Canada's Yuvraj Samra became the first player from an associate nation to score a T20 World Cup century, though it wasn't enough to prevent a loss to New Zealand.
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 group stage is concluding, with five teams already securing their spots in the Super Eights and three positions still up for grabs.

England progresses through the T20 World Cup group stage despite an underwhelming performance, while India secures its spot in the Super 8s with a decisive victory over Pakistan.

Will Jacks' half-century led England to a strong total against Italy, while India decisively defeated Pakistan to qualify for the Super 8s stage of the T20 World Cup.
Former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar has strongly condemned PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi and the Pakistan team following their 61-run loss to India, labeling the leadership 'incompetent'.
India secured a decisive 61-run victory over rival Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, qualifying for the Super Eights stage.
India is set to begin their Super 8 campaign against South Africa in Ahmedabad, with coach Morne Morkel expressing confidence in the batters' ability to improve against spin.

The T20 World Cup Super 8s are seen as a critical period for Brendon McCullum to potentially save his job as England's coach, with no excuses for failure.
Zimbabwe cricket has made a remarkable comeback, qualifying for the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup after missing previous tournaments.
The T20 World Cup Super 8 match between Pakistan and New Zealand in Colombo is threatened by rain, raising questions about the outcome if the game is washed out.
Pakistan's cricket coach faces criticism for tactical blunders following their loss against India, despite the team reaching the Super 8s.
Ravichandran Ashwin lauded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's performance as India secured their spot in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup with a strong collective effort.
Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten century led Pakistan to a 102-run victory over Namibia, securing their spot in the T20 World Cup Super 8s.
Italy won the toss and elected to field against West Indies in their final T20 World Cup game, with West Indies already qualified.

Sahibzada Farhan scored a rapid 57-ball century, guiding Pakistan to a significant total in their crucial match against Namibia as they aim to qualify for the Super 8s.
South Africa secured a commanding six-wicket victory over the UAE, exploiting conditions to storm into the T20 World Cup Super Eight stage unbeaten.
The San Francisco 49ers will officially be adding a second international game to their 2026 schedule.
Nineteen-year-old Yuvraj Singh Samra made history at the T20 World Cup by becoming the youngest centurion with a stunning 110 off 65 balls.

Canada's Yuvraj Samra became the first player from an associate nation to score a T20 World Cup century, though it wasn't enough to prevent his team's defeat.

Pathum Nissanka's century propelled Sri Lanka into the T20 World Cup Super 8s, leaving Australia's qualification hopes in jeopardy.
Former India coach decodes Ishan Kishan's masterclass in the T20 World Cup, highlighting his consecutive half-centuries and crucial role in India's Super 8s qualification.

England narrowly defeats tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs, securing their spot in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup after a challenging match.

England narrowly defeated tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs, securing their place in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup after a major scare.
England advanced to the T20 World Cup Super Eights with a 24-run victory over Italy, despite ongoing batting struggles.
New Zealand's stand-in captain Mitchell Santner was ruled out of the T20 World Cup match against Canada due to a 'dodgy burger,' as New Zealand aims for a Super 8s spot.

England are given another major fright but hold off tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs to secure a place in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup.
The USA cricket team defeated Namibia by 31 runs, fueled by half-centuries from Monank Patel and Sanjay Krishnamurthi, to maintain their chances for Super 8s qualification in the T20 World Cup.

The West Indies cricket team advanced to the Super 8s with a dominant win over Nepal, while the USA also kept their tournament hopes alive.