T20 World Cup

The 2026 T20 World Cup recently concluded with India defeating New Zealand in the final held in Ahmedabad, securing their third title. India's victory was marked by strong performances from players like Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah, and Abhishek Sharma. The Indian cricket board awarded the team a substantial bonus of $14.24 million in addition to the ICC prize money. The tournament, however, was not without controversy. Following their exits, the West Indies and South Africa squads faced significant delays in their travel arrangements from India, leading to accusations of unequal treatment compared to the England squad. New Zealand reached the final after defeating South Africa in the semi-final, while India defeated England. The event was highly anticipated, especially in India, where fans hoped for a victory to erase the memory of past defeats.