Inside the geopolitical drama threatening to overshadow T20 Cricket World Cup - Boycotts, security fears and power struggles collide as cricket’s most profitable event begins in South Asia this weekend.

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Cricket fans in the U.S. can also watch the T20 World Cup for free using a VPN. All 2026 matches will be shown for free on ICC.tv in certain countries (see the full list here). If you’re traveling or live outside of those countries, you can still access the free T20 World Cup livestreams using a VPN .

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi continued a stunning start to his career by smashing 175 in Indias 100-run win over England in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup final; the 14-year-old made his runs off just 80 balls as India amassed 411-9 batting first in Harare,

Sooryavanshi, who scored a majestic 175 from 80 balls in the final against England and was subsequently crowned Player of the Tournament, is joined by compatriots Kanishk Chouhan and Henil Patel in the 12-strong squad.

Football powerhouse Italy will get a chance to make a mark in cricket's biggest stage when they face Scotland in a historic ICC T20 World Cup debut game in Kolkata on Monday.