India’s Lakshya Sen reached the men’s singles final of the All England Open 2026 after defeating Canada’s Victor Lai in Birmingham on March 7. The world No. 12 won the semifinal 21-15, 18-21, 21-16 in a match that lasted one hour and 37 minutes. Sen struggled with severe cramps during the deciding game but continued to fight through the rallies. The tense third game kept the crowd at Utilita Birmingham Arena on edge before Sen sealed the win. Sen had earlier defeated world No. 1 Shi Yuqi and world No. 6 Li Shifeng in the tournament. The Indian shuttler now enters his second All England final. He was runner-up in 2022 after losing to Viktor Axelsen. (PC: India Today)

The International Cricket Council (ICC) arranged a private charter flight for the West Indies cricket team after head coach Daren Sammy publicly appealed for help when the squad was stranded in Kolkata for several days. The team had been unable to travel home following their exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup after losing to India national cricket team. Flight disruptions caused by Middle East airspace restrictions linked to military tensions forced delays. After Sammy voiced frustration on social media demanding updates, the ICC intervened and organised a charter flight to ensure the players and staff could safely return home. (PC: X)

Indian women’s cricket star Smriti Mandhana has created history by becoming the first cricketer to receive a personalised Barbie doll. The honour comes as part of Mattel’s “Barbie Dream Team” initiative ahead of International Women’s Day 2026. The campaign celebrates women worldwide who have broken barriers and inspired future generations. Mandhana joins a global lineup of influential women from sports, science and entertainment, including tennis legend Serena Williams. The special Barbie recognises Mandhana’s achievements and impact on women’s cricket in India. The initiative aims to encourage young girls to pursue their dreams and celebrate female role models across different fields. (PC: Instagram)

India defeated England by 7 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 second semifinal at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, thanks to a brilliant 89‑run innings by Sanju Samson. Batting first, India posted 253/7, with contributions from Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya. England fought back with Jacob Bethell scoring 105, but fell short at 246/7 as India’s bowlers performed well in the final overs. Samson’s performance earned him Player of the Match, sending India into the final against New Zealand on March 8. (PC: X)

Sanju Samson was named Player of the Match after delivering a match-winning performance in India’s thrilling T20 World Cup semi-final victory over England at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Samson smashed a brilliant 89 runs off 42 balls, anchoring India’s powerful batting display and helping the team post a huge total. England fought hard during the chase, with Jacob Bethell scoring a century, but India’s bowlers held their nerve in the final overs. The seven-run victory secured India’s place in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, with Samson’s explosive knock proving decisive in the high-scoring contest. (PC: X)

India defeated England by 7 runs in a thrilling ICC Men’s T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Batting first, India posted a massive 253/7 in 20 overs, powered by a brilliant 89 off 42 balls from Sanju Samson. England mounted a strong chase, led by Jacob Bethell’s explosive 105 off 48 deliveries, finishing at 246/7 after 20 overs. Despite England’s aggressive batting, India’s bowlers held their nerve in the final overs to defend the total. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya delivered a key bowling performance, helping India secure a place in the final of the tournament after a dramatic contest. (PC: BCCI)

England reached 113/4 after 9.3 overs in their pursuit of 254, with Will Jacks attempting to counter India’s spin attack. Varun Chakaravarthy conceded boundaries, including a powerful pull from Jacks to deep square leg, and figures stood at 2-0-37-1. Jacks rotated strike with a single to long off and moved to 9 off 6 balls. Axar Patel returned to the attack, delivering a shorter ball angling down leg that beat Jacks’ attempted heave and struck his thigh pad. A wide followed as England maintained momentum despite four wickets down. India continue searching for breakthroughs to tighten their grip. (PC: BCCI)

England’s chase of 254 suffered key setbacks despite aggressive strokes. Jacob Bethell attacked Varun Chakaravarthy with three sixes, taking 18 off his first three balls before rotating strike. However, Varun responded by bowling Jos Buttler, reducing England to three down. Earlier, Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Harry Brook with a slower delivery, brilliantly caught by Axar Patel running back. Brook had looked dangerous after striking a boundary, while Buttler also cleared the ropes in a 13-run over. Arshdeep Singh conceded 10 in one over as England sought momentum. Hardik Pandya earlier delivered a crucial over, conceding just two runs and claiming a wicket to tighten India’s grip.

India piled up a huge 253/7 against England in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. Sanju Samson led the attack with a blistering 89 off 42 balls. He brought up his fifty in just 26 balls and dominated the England bowlers. Samson was dropped by England captain Harry Brook before reaching the milestone. Ishan Kishan added a quick 39 from 18 balls, while Shivam Dube struck 43 off 25. India crossed 200 in the 17th over as the run rate stayed high. Hardik Pandya smashed two sixes in the final over before being run out. England now need 254 to reach the final. (PC:BCCI)

India are facing England in the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. England captain Harry Brook won the toss and elected to field, replacing Rehan Ahmed with Jamie Overton, while India retained an unchanged XI. After Abhishek Sharma’s dismissal, Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan launched a counterattack, stitching a record-breaking partnership. Shivam Dube later joined skipper Suryakumar Yadav as India accelerated. At 17 overs, India reached 205/4, having been 190/4 after 15.6 overs, with 13 runs coming in Adil Rashid’s final over. Rashid ended with figures of 4-0-41-2 as the high-scoring semi-final remains in progress. (PC: X)