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Not even a single standby player was named in India's squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 and T20I series against New Zealand. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia revealed the reason behind the move.

India's squad for T20 World Cup and T20I series against New Zealand has been announced

India's squad was sans any standby player

Left to Right: India's Varun Chakaravarthy, Suryakumar Yadav and Sanju Samson in frame. (Getty)

Why no standby players announced in India's T20 World Cup squad

The Ajit Agarkar-selection committee has not included several players who have been part of the squad since the T20 World Cup 2024 final.


Vice-captain Shubman Gill was dropped as he hasn't been in form.

Ishan Kishan was recalled on the basis of his performances in SMAT 2025.

Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant

Gill to Pant: 8 prominent players missing from India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Star wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan's back-to-back batting heroics finally got rewarded as he has been included in India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Ishan Kishan has been included in the T20 World Cup 2026 squad

BCCI announced India's squads for T20 World Cup 2026 and T20I series against New Zealand on December 20

India's star wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan in this frame. (Getty)

Ishan Kishan's first reaction after being selected in India's T20 World Cup 2026

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Manchester United legend Louis Saha has defended Bruno Fernandes against “lazy” criticism, comparing the scrutiny on the skipper to what Cristiano Ronaldo faced during his Old Trafford return.


Saha praised Fernandes’ work ethic, leadership, and intensity, calling the criticism of him a cheap way to analyse football.

Fernandes also backed Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting Portugal must adapt their style to get the best out of their captain.

A dejected Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United  at full time during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Bournemouth at Old Trafford on December 15, 2025 in Manchester, England.

Louis Saha defends Bruno Fernandes against ‘lazy’ criticism at Manchester United

Everton boss David Moyes praised Mikel Arteta’s work at Arsenal while joking that the Spaniard has previously signed his players at bargain prices.


Moyes recalled Arteta’s time at Everton, calling him a demanding leader and one of the key figures in his best teams.

The Everton manager reiterated his belief that Arsenal underpaid for Declan Rice, insisting the midfielder was worth £150 million.

David Moyes (L) shares a joke with Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (R) ahead of kick-off in the English Premier League football match between West Ham United and Arsenal at the London Stadium, in London on February 11, 2024.

Everton boss David Moyes makes BIG claim on Mikel Arteta

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Afghanistan vs Ireland Full Scorecard

AFG vs IRE, 2nd ODI, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, 09 March 2024 - Info

Afghanistan vs Ireland, 2nd ODI, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, 09 March 2024 - Info

Match Details

Afghanistan and Ireland tour of UAE, 2024

Sat 9 March, 17:00:00 IST

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Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

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Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Afghanistan and Ireland in UAE, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Mar 18

AFG
155/7 (20.0 ov)

IRE
98 (17.2 ov)

Afghanistan beat Ireland by 57 runs

Afghanistan and Ireland in UAE, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Mar 17

AFG
152/9 (20.0 ov)

IRE
142/8 (20.0 ov)

Afghanistan beat Ireland by 10 runs

Afghanistan and Ireland in UAE, 3 T20I Series, 2024 On Mar 15

AFG
111 (18.4 ov)

IRE
149/6 (20.0 ov)

Ireland beat Afghanistan by 38 runs