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Tadiwanashe Marumani (W)

Ben Curran

Craig Ervine (C)

Sikandar Raza

Wessly Madhevere

Brian Bennett

Johnathan Campbell

Wellington Masakadza

Newman Nyamhuri

Richard Ngarava

Blessing Muzarabani

Ireland

Paul Stirling (C)

Andy Balbirnie

Curtis Campher

Harry Tector

Lorcan Tucker (W)

George Dockrell

Mark Adair

Andy McBrine

Graham Hume

Matthew Humphreys

Josh Little

Benjamin Jack Curran

Bradley Neil Evans

Brendan Ross Murray Taylor

Brian John Bennett

Clive Madande

Craig Richard Ervine

Dion Nephy Myers

Ernest Masuku

Alexander Graeme Cremer

Nicholas Roy Welch

Ryan Ponsonby Burl

Sean Colin Williams

Sikandar Raza Butt

Tadiwanashe Marumani

Tafadzwa Emmanuel Tsiga

Tanaka Lance Chivanga

Tashinga Musekiwa

Tinotenda Tinashe Maposa

Tony Tanaka Munyonga

Trevor Wesley Gwandu

Wellington Pedzisai Masakadza

Andrew Balbirnie

Andrew Robert McBrine

Barry John McCarthy

Benjamin Fredeman Calitz

Benjamin Charlie White

Cade Carmichael

Craig Alexander Young

Fionn Philip Hand

Gareth James Delany

Gavin Hoey

George Henry Dockrell

Graham Ian Hume

Harry Tom Tector

Jordan Enno Neill

Joshua Brian Little

Liam McCarthy

Lorcan John Tucker

Mark Richard Adair

Matthew James Humphreys

Neil Alan Rock

Paul Robert Stirling

George Ross Adair

Stephen Thomas Doheny

Thomas Mayes

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T20 World Cup 2026: England will face Nepal in their T20 World Cup 2026 opener, scheduled to take place on February 8 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Harry Brook will lead England in T20 World Cup 2026.

England will face Nepal in their T20 World Cup 2026 opener clash. 

 Jamie Overton (R) , Harry Brook (C) of England walks for the field during the 2nd International T20 match between Sri Lanka and England (Getty)

England announces playing XI vs Nepal for T20 World Cup opener clash

India will be taking on USA in their opening match of the T20 World Cup that will be held at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai

When and where to watch India's T20 World Cup clash against USA?

India will lock horns against USA on February 7

USA's Andries Gous is caught out during the ICC men's Twenty20 World Cup 2024 group A cricket match between the USA and India at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium (via Getty)

India vs USA livestreaming details: When & where to watch IND-USA T20 WC clash?

Ashraf played an impactful cameo of 29 as Pakistan defeated Netherlands by 3 wickets in a match that went down to the wire

Faheem Ashraf proved to be Pakistan's hero vs Netherlands

Pakistan defeated Netherlands by 3 wickets in T20 WC opener

Pakistan's Faheem Ashraf plays a shot during the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Pakistan and Netherlands at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo (via Getty)

T20 World Cup 2026: Ashraf's last-ditch heroics help PAK survive scare vs NED

The former India cricketer feels that Pakistan cannot always expect India to extend invitations towards them when the gesture gets rarely returned back to them

Sunil Gavaskar gave his verdict on the T20 World Cup boycott row

Pakistan have boycotted their match against India in the T20 World Cup

Sunil Gavaskar commentates for the Seven Network (via Getty)

'Pakistan always wants India to...': Gavaskar's verdict on T20 WC boycott row

Sri Lanka pacer Eshan Malinga has been ruled out from the tournament after having recently dislocated his shoulder

Eshan Malinga has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup

Pramod Madushan has been added to Sri Lanka's squad

Eshan Malinga of Sri Lanka walks back after getting injured during the 2nd International T20 match between Sri Lanka and England at Pallekele Cricket Stadium (via Getty)

Big blow for SL as star pacer ruled out of T20 WC, 32-year-old named replacement

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Football

Marc Cucurella hilariously admitted he tried to wind up Adama Traore during Chelsea’s fiery London derby win over West Ham, joking that Joao Pedro “saved his life.”

Cucurella confessed he deliberately tried to stir Traore late in the game, sparking a brief touchline brawl.

Both former Barcelona teammates laughed it off on Spanish TV, insisting the clash was just heat-of-the-moment drama.

Marc Cucurella of Chelsea in action during the Carabao Cup Semi Final Second Leg match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on February 03, 2026 in London, England.

Chelsea star defender Marc Cucurella reacts as Adama Traore surprises him 

The Saudi Pro League is lining up Mohamed Salah and Bruno Fernandes as potential poster boys amid growing uncertainty over Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Al-Nassr.

League officials view Salah as the ideal successor to Ronaldo, citing his global appeal and strong connection with Arab audiences.

Ronaldo’s release clause activates this summer, with his recent absences further fuelling exit speculation.

Cristiano Ronaldo of team Al-Nassr FC during the Saudi Pro League game between Al Nassr and Al Taawoun at Al Awwal Park on January 26, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

SPL name TWO players who can replace Cristiano Ronaldo as new face of the league

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly eyeing a sensational 2027 move for Barcelona maestro Pedri, in a deal that could echo Luis Figo’s infamous switch.


Florentino Perez views Pedri as his “dream signing,” despite the midfielder’s €1 billion release clause and contract running until 2030.

Pedri once failed trials at Real Madrid — now he’s Barca’s midfield heartbeat under Hansi Flick.

Florentino Perez, President of Real Madrid, is seen in the stands during the LaLiga EA Sports football match between Real Madrid CF and Rayo Vallecano de Madrid at Estadio Bernabeu in Madrid, Spain, on February 1, 2026

Real Madrid prez Perez preparing Luis Figo-esque move for star Barcelona player

Barcelona star Pedri is edging closer to his return from a hamstring injury and could be back in action for the La Liga clash against Levante on February 22.


Pedri has already contributed 10 goal involvements this season despite missing four games through injury.

Hansi Flick’s Barcelona remain on course for a historic quadruple after a blistering start to 2026.

Pedro Gonzalez 'Pedri' of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at Estadio Anoeta on January 18, 2026 in San Sebastian, Spain.

Zimbabwe vs Ireland Playing XI

ZIM vs IRE 1st ODI Playing XI - Harare (14 February 2025)

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