In this India Today Special Report, host Rajdeep Sardesai leads a roundtable discussion featuring cricket legends Sunil Gavaskar, Madan Lal, and Atul Vasan alongside journalist Farishteh Alam. The panel examines the geopolitical tensions surrounding the T20 World Cup 2026 following Bangladesh’s withdrawal and Pakistan’s boycott of their match against India. The experts debate India’s influence in world cricket, the implementation of the hybrid model, and the controversy involving Mustafizur Rahman. Sunil Gavaskar identifies India as the tournament favorites, comparing the current squad’s dominance to historic West Indies and Australian teams. He highlights the fearless approach of players like Abhishek Sharma and the team’s significant bench strength while identifying England and South Africa as primary title threats. The discussion analyzes the intersection of sport and diplomacy, addressing the historical competitive jingoism between neighboring nations. This comprehensive report evaluates India’s form in the shortest format of the game as the tournament approaches amidst significant off-field drama and evolving sporting mindsets.
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