Shivam Dubey reached his home by train: Team India hoisted the tricolor at Narendra Modi Stadium, the world’s largest cricket ground, on Sunday night i.e. 8th March. India registered a historic victory of 96 runs over New Zealand in the final of T20 World Cup 2026. Although there were many heroes of this title win, but Shivam Dubey had the most important role. Dubey took New Zealand away from victory by hitting three fours and two sixes in the 20th over of the Indian innings and taking the Indian team’s score beyond 250. However, after this historic victory, Shivam Dubey, without wasting even a moment, left for his home by train, because his son and daughter were waiting at home.

Why did Shivam Dubey take train instead of flight?

According to the news published in Indian Express, ‘By Monday i.e. March 9, all the flights from Ahmedabad to Mumbai were fully booked, so Shivam Dubey decided to go home by train with his wife Anjum and a friend. Dubey, who was the hero of the T20 World Cup for India, knew that there was a danger of getting surrounded by the crowd.

Shivam Dube with his family after the T20 World Cup final win.

Underrated player, but always delivers when it matters. pic.twitter.com/IfTabkScEh

— Sonu (@Cricket_live247) March 11, 2026

TTE asked in the train – Who is Shivam Dubey, that cricketer?

According to media reports, after reaching his AC three-tier coach of Ahmedabad-Mumbai Sayaji Express, Shivam Dubey immediately climbed into the upper berth and lay down covered with a blanket. Then TTE (Travelling Ticket Examiner) came to check the ticket and asked who was on this seat? Shivam Dubey? That cricketer? Shivam’s wife Anjum replied without hesitation, ‘No-no. Where will he come here from? After the departure of TTE, tired of the long tournament and celebrations, Shivam Dubey tried to sleep during the eight-hour journey. During this time, he also went to the toilet at night, but no one recognized him in the train.

These 5 Players Can Retire From T20 Internationals Format: The conclusion of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 was historic for Team India, as India created history by winning the third trophy of this tournament. With this, the Indian team has become the first team in the world to achieve such a feat. After the exciting end of this tournament, a wave of change can be clearly seen in the cricket world. Amidst the celebration of India’s title win, this tournament is going to prove to be a farewell for many veteran players in their T20 International career. In fact, amidst increasing age, declining form and pressure to give opportunities to young players, these 5 big name players can announce their retirement from this shorter format of cricket.

These 5 players can retire from T20 International!

1. Babar Azam – Pakistan

The 2026 T20 World Cup was very disappointing for Pakistan’s star batsman Babar Azam. For some time now, questions have been continuously being raised regarding his strike rate and place in the Pakistan team. After the poor performance of the Pakistani team in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, it is believed that Babar can now announce his retirement from T20 International cricket to focus on his batting in ODI and Test cricket.

2. Suryakumar Yadav – India

This may prove to be the best time for World Champion Team India captain Suryakumar Yadav to retire, because Surya, who has crossed the age of 35, has achieved his goal by winning the World Cup for India under his captaincy. They can now leave the way for the youth, but Surya wants to play with the Indian team in the 2028 Olympic Games and the T20 World Cup to be held this year, while there is still a long time left for both these tournaments.

3. Adil Rashid – England

Experienced leg spinner Adil Rashid, who played an important role in England’s two World Cup wins (2019 and 2022), is now 38 years old. Rashid, who has spread his magic on pitches conducive to spin, can say goodbye to the T20 International format.

4. Glenn Maxwell – Australia

Australia’s star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is 37 years old. Therefore, it is becoming challenging for him to maintain his agility in T20 International cricket. After a disappointing performance in the 2026 T20 World Cup, Maxwell can say goodbye to T20 International.

5. Mohammad Nabi – Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s most legendary cricketer Mohammad Nabi is now 41 years old. He is one of the oldest active T20 players in the world. Nabi had already indicated that the 2026 T20 World Cup would be the last stage of his career. Therefore, Nabi can announce his retirement from T20 International format at any time.

Ishan Kishan Aditi Hundia marriage date: The Indian cricket team got a historic victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. After this victory, the name of Team India’s star wicketkeeper batsman Ishan Kishan remains in the headlines. This time Kishan is in the headlines not for his sports but for his personal life outside the field. Ishaan had scored a quick 54 runs in 25 balls in India’s spectacular win of 96 runs in the title match against New Zealand. After this, Kishan celebrated the historic victory by hugging his girlfriend Aditi Hundia at Narendra Modi Stadium and this moment is becoming increasingly viral on social media.

What did Ishan Kishan’s grandfather say?

According to the report of Dainik Bhaskar, Ishaan’s grandfather Ramanugraha Pandey has revealed that he had asked his grandson about marriage, ‘Will I remain alive till your marriage?’ So Ishaan said smilingly, ‘Grandfather, I will get married next year only. You have to stay till my child is born. You will feed him in your lap.

Ishaan’s grandfather said that he should be happy with whomever he is. We accept that completely.

Who is Ishaan’s girlfriend Aditi Hundia?

Ishaan Kishan’s girlfriend Aditi Hundiya, winner of Miss Diva 2018, Femina Miss India finalist and has reached the National Beauty Queen contest. Aditi has been dating Ishaan for a long time. Their affair came into limelight since IPL 2019. When Aditi was seen in the stands as ‘Mystery Fangirl’. His father is a ghee businessman in Jaipur. Let us tell you that Aditi is very active on social media and is seen supporting Ishaan in every match, while even before the final match, she had also gone for dinner with Team India.

Pakistani Cricketers Statement on World Champion India: Team India has created history by winning the T20 World Cup title for the second consecutive time. After this title victory, former veteran cricketers of Pakistan have praised the Indian team a lot. In this episode, former Pakistani Test captain and veteran batsman Javed Miandad said that any team which scores more than 250 in the semi-finals and final deserves to become the champion. Team India won the title match against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, March 8, by a huge margin of 96 runs after scoring 255 runs for 5 wickets.

Javed Miandad said on India’s victory

Javed Miandad said, ‘His team (India) is now taking advantage of a strong process-based cricket structure. If you look at the amount of talent they are producing now, it is because of their strong structure. They have no dearth of batsmen, spinners or fast bowlers and their young players play to get results and have knowledge of the game.

India has a habit of playing under pressure – Rashid Latif

After Team India became the world champion, former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif said, ‘There was once such an atmosphere in our dressing room and we used to win often.’ Former captain Rashid Latif said that India’s victory was not a surprise as his players are now accustomed to playing under pressure.

He further said, ‘When you reach the finals of big tournaments regularly, players also get used to winning.’

Rashid further said that continuity and stability in the Indian cricket team is also an important reason for their success, whereas in Pakistan, on the contrary, frequent changes and impatience have created many problems.

Sikandar Bakht advised Pakistan to learn

Former Pakistan Test fast bowler Sikandar Bakht said that until the current culture of liking, disliking, selection and taking wrong captaincy decisions does not end, the Pakistan team will continue to struggle against big teams in big tournaments. He said, “We have to stop looking for excuses for our failures and take the right decisions.”

Mohsin Khan praised Indian cricket culture

Former Pakistan head coach Mohsin Khan said that the Indian Cricket Board is paying utmost attention to red ball cricket and Test cricket, hence they are preparing players who progress through hard work. Mohsin said, ‘Apart from this, I do not see any feeling of insecurity among the Indian players. Maybe because financially their board takes very good care of them.

Kirti Azad Questioned Celebration Of Team India: Team India has won the title of ICC T20 World Cup 2026. After this victory, there is an atmosphere of celebration in the entire country. The Indian team has won the T20 World Cup title for the record third time, but meanwhile, former Indian cricketer and current TMC MP Kirti Azad has made a controversial post on social media. This post of his has created an uproar. Kirti Azad, in her social media post, has taken a dig at Team India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav and current ICC chief Jai Shah.

Kirti Azad’s controversial post

Kirti Azad wrote on social media platform We had brought the trophy to our religious birthplace, our motherland India-Hindustan. Why is the Indian cricket team’s trophy being dragged now? Why not a mosque? Why not church?

SHAME ON TEAM INDIA!

When we won the World Cup under Kapil Dev in 1983, we had Hindu Muslim Sikh and Christian in the team.

We brought the trophy to our religious birth place our motherland India Bharat Hindustan

Why The Hell Is The Indian Cricket Trophy is being Dragged.…

— Kirti Azad (@KirtiAzaad) March 9, 2026

Kirti Azad took a dig at Suryakumar Yadav

Kirti Azad, in her post, took a dig at Suryakumar Yadav and Jai Shah and wrote, ‘This team represents India, not the family of Suryakumar Yadav or Jai Shah. Siraj never took the trophy to the mosque. Sanju never took it to church. Sanju played an important role in this and was the best player of the tournament. This trophy belongs to 1.4 billion Indians of every religion. No place to celebrate the victory of any one religion.

Who is Kirti Azad?

Kirti Azad is a former Indian cricketer, who was a part of the 1983 World Cup winning team. After his cricketing career, Azad has been active in politics for decades. He has played 7 Test and 25 ODI matches for India. Azad scored 135 runs in Test cricket and took 3 wickets in bowling. Apart from this, he scored 269 runs in ODI and has 7 wickets in his name in bowling.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday said he is only answerable to the people present in the dressing room and dedicated India’s T20 World Cup title win to VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid.

India won the T20 World Cup by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs. The Indian team became the first team to win the T20 World Cup thrice (2007, 2024 and 2026).

Gambhir said in the press conference after the match, “My responsibility is not to the people on social media. My responsibility is for those 30 people who are in the change room.” He said, ”The coach is made up of the team. The players made me the coach I am.

He further said, “I dedicate this trophy to Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman.” To Rahul Bhai for bringing the Indian team to this stage and to Laxman for creating a pipeline of players in the COE.

Gambhir also thanked chief selector Ajit Agarkar and former BCCI secretary and current ICC president Jay Shah. He said, “Ajit Agarkar faced a lot of criticism and worked with complete honesty. Jai Bhai called me during the worst phase of my tenure.

Praising captain Suryakumar Yadav, Gambhir said, “Surya made my work easy.” He is like a fatherly captain. The bigger goal is to win trophies, not achievements. We celebrated achievements for many years. I would urge you to stop celebrating personal achievements.

Suryakumar said, “I played for four years (for KKR) under the captaincy of Gautam Gambhir.” There was never any argument between us because the common goal was for the team to win. Our friendship happened like this. He took two steps and I took two steps.

He said, “I would not say that this is India’s white ball era. Had this been the case, we would not have lost two of the last three ODI series. I chose the team on trust, not on expectation.

After winning the third ICC T20 World Cup title on Sunday, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav called Jasprit Bumrah a ‘national treasure’ for his brilliant bowling, which can be considered the most appropriate metaphor for this charismatic fast bowler.

With the 96-run win against New Zealand, Suryakumar’s team became the first team to win consecutive World T20 titles in men’s cricket and also the first team to win the trophy on home soil.

Suryakumar said in the award distribution ceremony after the match, “Bumrah is a bowler who comes once in a generation. I can call them national treasures. He knows how to take wickets, he is the best player in this game. ”

Bumrah bowled brilliantly in the final, taking four wickets for 15 runs in four overs and played an important role in bowling out New Zealand for 159 runs.

Suryakumar said, “I think it will take some time, but I am definitely very happy.” It has been a long journey. It started after the 2024 World Cup. Jai Shah, Rohit bhai, they showed faith in me and gave me a chance to lead. It’s been a long journey from there and it’s nice to be here and get a win. ”

The captain praised his players who helped the team achieve unprecedented success. He said, “We have played good cricket in the last two years and we just wanted to follow the habits adopted in the 2024 World Cup. The boys accepted it very well. ”

Talking about maintaining faith in the players, the Mumbai player said, “I think it is very important to understand what they are capable of and I knew they had the ability to win matches. The timing was absolutely right. Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma are top players and we knew they would do something special, and they did that in the final. Samson (89) and Abhishek (52) added 92 runs in the powerplay and 98 runs for the first wicket.

The final of T20 World Cup 2026 will be played between India and New Zealand on Sunday, March 08 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Before the title match, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner made a big threat to break the hearts of 140 crore Indians. Australian captain Pat Cummins broke the hearts of Indians in the ODI World Cup final played in 2023.

The final of the last ODI World Cup was also played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, in which Team India had to face defeat against Australia. Now the final of the 2026 T20 World Cup will also be played in this stadium. Before the title match, let us know what Kiwi captain Santner said which left the Indian fans heartbroken.

won’t hesitate to break hearts

While answering questions on the title match against India in the press conference, Mitchell Santner said, “We will not hesitate to break some hearts to win the T20 World Cup.” If we understand in simple words, Santner says that he will not hesitate to break the hearts of Indian fans to win the T20 World Cup trophy.

New Zealand’s journey to reach the final

In the group stage, New Zealand entered the Super-8 by winning three out of four matches. The team had to face its only defeat against South Africa. After this, the team reached the semi-finals in Super-8 with just one win. Kiwi team’s first match in Super-8, which was to be played against Pakistan, was washed out due to rain. After this, in the next match played against Sri Lanka, New Zealand won by 61 runs. But then faced defeat by 4 wickets in the last match of Super-8 against England. Due to just one win and better net run rate, the team managed to reach the semi-finals.

New Zealand faced South Africa in the semi-finals. In the match, the Kiwi team won unilaterally by 9 wickets and made it to the finals. The Kiwi team had to face a crushing defeat against this African team in the group stage. Now it will be interesting to see how the New Zealand team performs against India in the final.

Also read: IND vs NZ Final: Will Team India lose the final? Old wounds become fresh on hearing the name of ‘Ahmedabad’.

Hardik Pandya had made an important contribution in Team India’s victory in the semi-finals against England. He did wonders with the first bat and scored an important 27 runs. After this, he took 2 important wickets in bowling. Now a very interesting video of Hardik is going viral on social media, in which he is seen introducing his girlfriend Mahika Sharma to head coach Gautam Gambhir.

The final of the T20 World Cup between India and New Zealand will be played on Sunday, March 08, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, for which the Indian team reached Ahmedabad on Friday (March 06). While many players left for the hotel with the team bus, Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel went in their respective cars. Meanwhile, Hardik’s video surfaced.

Gautam Gambhir’s reaction on meeting Hardik’s girlfriend

It can be seen in the video that Hardik goes and makes Gautam Gambhir meet his girlfriend Mahika Sharma. Gambhir and Mahika meet each other. During this time, Gambhir’s reaction remains normal. A smile is seen on the head coach’s face.

Girlfriends & Wives are not allowed to accompany players. But Pandya is that bad boy of the class, who not just breaks rules, but also pokes the teacher pic.twitter.com/zTCeFftlr1

— Gabbar (@GabbbarSingh) March 7, 2026

Let us tell you that Mahika is present with Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya in the T20 World Cup. Mahika was also seen cheering for Hardik in the stands in the semi-final played against England at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Hardik’s son Agastya was also present with Mahika. Hardik and Serbian model Natasha Stankovic separated from each other in July 2024. But both of them had decided to co-parent their son Agastya.

Hardik’s performance so far in the tournament

It is noteworthy that till the semi-finals, Hardik has scored 199 runs at a strike rate of 163.11 while batting in 8 innings of the current T20 World Cup. During this period, he has scored 2 half-centuries. While bowling, the Indian all-rounder has taken 8 wickets in his bag, in which his best was 2/16.

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The 2026 T20 World Cup is now in its final stages. The Super-8 matches are also over now. Four teams of the semi-finals have been confirmed. India, England, South Africa and New Zealand have entered the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup. The first semi-final will be played between South Africa and New Zealand. Then the second semi-final match will be played between India and England.

The venues for the semi-finals have also been confirmed. Actually, because of Pakistan, the venue of the semi-final was not announced earlier, but the venues were confirmed as soon as Pakistan was out of the tournament. The first semi-final will be played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The second semi-final will be played at Namkhede Stadium in Mumbai.

First semi-final on Wednesday, March 4

The first semi-final match of the 2026 T20 World Cup between South Africa and New Zealand will be played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The toss of this match will take place at 6.30 pm, while the match will start at 7 pm. A close contest may be seen in the match. However, before this South Africa had defeated New Zealand badly in the league stage.

Second semi-final on Thursday, March 5

The second semi-final of the 2026 T20 World Cup will be played between India and England. The toss of this match will take place at 6.30 pm, while the match will start at 7 pm. England itself defeated India in the semi-finals of the 2022 T20 World Cup and were eliminated from the tournament. In such a situation, India has a chance to take revenge.

Reserve day has been kept for rain

ICC has kept a reserve day for the semi-final and final matches of the 2026 T20 World Cup. If there is rain in the first semi-final on March 4 and the match is not played, then the match will be played the next day. Similarly, if the match does not take place on March 5, then it will take place the next day. However, every effort will be made to hold the match on time, if even a 5 over match is not possible then only the reserve day will be used.