T20 World Cup

The 2026 T20 World Cup recently concluded with India defeating New Zealand in the final by 96 runs to secure their record third title. The tournament, held in India, saw the hosts remain dominant, culminating in a victory celebrated with a substantial bonus of $14.24 million awarded by the Indian cricket board, in addition to the ICC prize money. India defeated England in the semi-final, while New Zealand defeated South Africa. The final between India and New Zealand was highly anticipated, with India under pressure to win on home soil. However, controversy emerged post-tournament regarding the alleged unequal treatment of teams. The West Indies and South Africa squads reportedly faced significant delays in their departure from India after being eliminated, while the England squad was able to leave much sooner. This has led to accusations of bias and frustration among the affected players.