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New Zealand opener Finn Allen created history in Kolkata by smashing the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup on Wednesday, powering New Zealand into the final with a crushing nine-wicket win over South Africa.Chasing 170 in the first semi-final, Allen went on a rampage, scoring an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls. Why…

US stocks traded steadier on Wednesday after two days of sharp swings, as oil prices paused their rapid climb amid continued uncertainty over the economic fallout from the war involving Iran.The S&P 500 rose 0.5 per cent in morning trade. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 180 points, or 0.4 per cent, as of 10:15…

South Africa vs New Zealand Live Score: TOSS REPORT Fast bowler Matt Henry has returned to New Zealand’s playing eleven as captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl first against South Africa in the first semi-final of 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday. The winner of this…

MS Dhoni (BCCI/IPL Photo) Former Indian men’s cricket team captain MS Dhoni has been fined Rs 1000 for overspeeding in Ranchi after his car was caught breaking traffic rules near his home. The city’s automated traffic monitoring system recorded the vehicle going above the speed limit, and an e-challan was issued under Section 183 of…

India is not the only market to have seen losses in the wake of the Middle East situation. (AI image) Indian stock markets have been bleeding – and multiple triggers in the last few quarters have left BSE Sensex and Nifty50 well below their record highs. The fresh negative for the stock markets is the…

India vs Vietnam (Photo by @afcasiancup on X) NEW DELHI: India began their Women’s Asian Cup campaign with a narrow 2-1 defeat to Vietnam in a dramatic Group C clash on Wednesday. Ngân Thi Van Su gave Vietnam the lead in the 30th minute, curling a right-footed shot into the top corner. Vietnam nearly made…

NEW DELHI: England captain Harry Brook says unity, belief and staying calm under pressure have helped his team reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals — and they don’t need to play a “perfect game” to win the title.England, two-time champions, will face fellow two-time winners India in the semi-final for the third straight edition. While…

India has significant export potential in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, agriculture and services in Japan, and achieving a more balanced bilateral trade relationship is crucial for long-term sustainability, the government said on Wednesday.The issue was highlighted by Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal during his visit to Tokyo on March 2 to attend the Joint Committee…

Fire caused by a shrapnel falling on the Fujairah Oil Terminal in the UAE. (AP) The ATP Challenger tournaments in Fujairah, UAE have been cancelled amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The ATP Tour vowed to cover the entire cost of flying the players out of the country after facing criticism for demanding…

India bowling coach Morne Morkel with Gautam Gambhir (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: As defending champions India prepare to face England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, bowling coach Morne Morkel says dew could play a big role.He explained that conditions at Wankhede can be tricky. “I think dew is always a…