Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:23am on 02 Mar 2026,Monday Sports
Pakistan spin legend Saqlain Mushtaq sparked controversy by jokingly referring to the ICC as the "Indian Cricket Council," suggesting the world body might prepare pitches favoring India ahead of their T20 World Cup Super 8 clash against West Indies. The comment drew sharp backlash on social media. On the field, Sanju Samson silenced critics with a match-winning unbeaten 97, steering India to a five-wicket victory over West Indies at a packed Eden Gardens. West Indies posted 195/4 on the back of Powell and Holder's late blitz. India chased it down in 19.2 overs, reaching 199/5. India now face England in the semifinal at Wankhede Stadium on March 5.
