Former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik has denied all the speculations regarding his fourth marriage. He has warned of strict legal action against all those who are spreading misinformation related to this issue, as well as his personal life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In a late-night social media post, Shoaib Malik said that since his second marriage, people have continuously targeted him with false accusations. He added that these accusations were not limited to him but also targeted his wife, something he can no longer tolerate.

&quot;It was early 2023 when my first marriage ended, with mutual consent it was decided that we will co-parent our child. It was after this only, that I got remarried. I&#39;ve always sought to keep my private life private, out of respect for my family. However, my silence seems to have been taken for granted,&quot; said Shoaib Malik in a statement.

&quot;Since my second marriage, people have attempted to tarnish my reputation by linking me to individuals I&#39;ve never met. Unverified stories about my personal life have been written without my permission. People have targeted my wife with negative remarks for the things she was never involved in and that&#39;s unacceptable for me.&quot; added Shoaib Malik.

He then urged everyone to refrain from spreading false news, as such actions are a clear breach of his redlines. Malik added that he reserves the right to take legal action against those responsible, as it is a very serious matter for him.

&quot;I urge everyone to refrain from spreading misinformation about my personal life, or anyone&#39;s. As a public figure, I understand scrutiny comes with the support, but there&#39;s a limit. Invading privacy or damaging reputations crosses that line.&quot; said Shoaib Malik.

&quot;Act responsibly, there is much more to life than just few likes and views. I have a family just like you all do. I hope this message is taken positively, and assumptions/jokes about my personal life will stop. Failure to do so will result in strict legal action from my team against individuals and firms.&quot; concluded Shoaib Malik.

Shoaib Malik denied all the false social media reports about his new marriage. He also warned of strict legal action against all those who are spreading these news.

Shoaib Malik Breaks His Silence on Viral Marriage Speculation

The group stage of the ICC Men&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/sports/icc-men-s-t20-world-cup-2026/267/1">T20 World Cup 2026</a> has quickly taken shape, with early results reshaping the World Cup point tables and tightening the race across all four pools. Just a few matchdays in, the ICC standings already show a split between dominant starters and sides under immediate pressure.

In Group A, India and Pakistan have opened with two wins each. India sits slightly ahead on net run rate after a crushing win over Namibia, giving them the early edge at the top. The Netherlands remains in touching distance, while the USA and Namibia are yet to register points.

Group B has produced the tournament&rsquo;s biggest shock so far. <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/zimbabwe-vs-australia-t20-zimbabwe-win-by-23-runs/3596-5-0">Zimbabwe</a> stunned Australia, a result that has dramatically altered qualification projections. Co-hosts Sri Lanka national cricket team lead the group with a perfect start and a strong net run rate boost.

Group C is tightly packed behind the West Indies, who remain unbeaten. Scotland, Italy, and England are separated by fine margins, keeping the mid-table volatile heading into the next round of fixtures.

Group D features two unbeaten sides as <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/new-zealand-vs-south-africa-icc-t20-world-cup-match-analysis/3565-2-0">New Zealand and South Africa</a> both secured back-to-back wins, including a dramatic double Super Over contest involving Afghanistan earlier in the week.

With only the top two teams from each group progressing, every net run rate swing now carries knockout value.&nbsp;

The current World Cup point tables and ICC standings suggest no group is fully settled yet.

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Check the latest World Cup point tables and ICC standings after the opening T20 World Cup 2026

Point Tables Update: Latest ICC Standings – T20 World Cup 2026

The International Cricket Council has announced the ICC U19 World Cup Team of the Tournament, spotlighting the standout performers from a competition defined by fearless batting and high-skill bowling. England&rsquo;s captain Thomas Rew, whose consistency carried his side to the final, has been named skipper of the selection, while Pakistan pacer <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/ali-raza-sarfaraz-ahmed-guidance-pakistan-u19-asia-cup-title/2780-5-0">Ali Raza</a> earned recognition for his sharp, wicket-taking spells throughout the event.

<a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/thomas-rew-century-lifts-england-under-19s-to-2777-in-1st-semi-final/3374-5-0">Rew&rsquo;s</a> leadership and run-scoring output made him a clear captaincy pick. He piled up 330 runs across the tournament at an average of 66 and produced a match-shaping century in the semi-final against Australia. England&rsquo;s presence in the XI extends further with Manny Lumsden and Ben Mayes also making the cut after topping key batting and bowling charts, respectively.

Champions India secured three spots, headlined by teenage powerhouse <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-breaks-babar-azams-record-in-u19-wc-final/3433-5-0">Vaibhav Sooryavanshi</a>. The left-hander closed the tournament with a breathtaking 175 off 80 balls in the final and finished with 439 runs overall, striking at over 169. His campaign included one hundred and three fifties, placing him among the most destructive batters of the event.

From Pakistan&rsquo;s camp, Ali Raza Pakistan U19 reflects his impact with the ball. The fast bowler grabbed 13 wickets at 13.92 and repeatedly delivered breakthroughs in pressure overs.

The squad was finalised by a panel featuring Ian Bishop, Lydia Greenway, Andy Flower, and Telford Vice, balancing match influence with statistical weight.

<h2>ICC U19 Team of the tournament:&nbsp;</h2>

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Viran Chamuditha, Faisal Khan Shinozada, Thomas Rew (c/wk), Oliver Peake, Ben Mayes, Kanishk Chouhan, Nooristani Omarzai, Vitel Lawes, Ali Raza, Manny Lumsden, and Henil Patel (12th player).

ICC reveals the U19 World Cup Team of the Tournament with Thomas Rew as captain and Pakistan pacer Ali Raza earning a place after his 13-wicket campaign.

ICC U19 World Cup Team of the Tournament Announced, Ali Raza Included

India U19 won U19 World Cup 2026 by 100 runs in Harare. Deciding to bat <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/india-under-19s-dominate-1st-innings-with-4119-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-shines/3431-5-0">first</a>, India took advantage of a pitch with consistent bounce. Indian batters, especially Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, hit freely and maintained momentum throughout the innings.

A breathtaking 175 was struck by <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-breaks-babar-azams-record-in-u19-wc-final/3433-5-0">Vaibhav Sooryavanshi</a> on 80 balls, including 15 fours and 15 sixes. He was the youngest U19 World Cup centurion, overtaking Babar Azam, who had set the record in 2010 at the age of 15 years and 92 days. His formidable innings enabled India to have an enormous total for the bowlers to defend, giving India a comfortable cushion.

England Under-19s only reached 311 in 40.2 overs. Caleb Falconer&rsquo;s 115 anchored the innings, while Ben Dawkins (66) and Ben Mayes (45) contributed important support. However, India&rsquo;s disciplined bowling, led by RS Ambrish, Deepesh Devendran, and Kanishk Chouhan, kept England under control, particularly in the latter overs.

India&rsquo;s bowlers applied pressure throughout the innings. Early breakthroughs and tight lines in the middle overs prevented England from accelerating. Key wickets at critical junctures ensured that India maintained a comfortable margin, eventually winning by 100 runs.

The U19 World Cup 2026 win marks a major milestone for India&rsquo;s youth cricket, showcasing exceptional talent and teamwork. Sooryavanshi&rsquo;s record-breaking innings and the team&rsquo;s collective effort make this victory one to remember.

India Under-19s defeated England Under-19s by 100 runs in the U19 World Cup 2026 final at Harare, led by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s record-breaking 175.

India U19 Beat England U19 by 100 Runs to Win U19 World Cup 2026

Sooryavanshi is the youngest player to score a century in the <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/u19-cricket-world-cup-2026-complete-guide-schedule-teams-venues/3065-2-0">U19 World Cup 2026</a>, at the age of 14 and 316 days. He broke Babar Azam&rsquo;s record, who scored a century at the age of 15 years and 92 days in 2010. He hit 15 fours with 15 sixes, and numerous records were broken in the process. His 175-run knock is the record individual score in any ICC final, both U19 and senior, surpassing 172 by Sameer Minhas in an Asia Cup final.

<a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/india-under-19s-dominate-1st-innings-with-4119-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-shines/3431-5-0">Sooryavanshi</a> also overtook Raj Bawa&rsquo;s 162 not out to become India&rsquo;s highest scorer in U19 World Cups. His total of 30 boundaries equals the joint-most in a Youth ODI innings, matching Hasitha Boyagoda&rsquo;s previous record of 28 fours and two sixes.

<h2>Power-Hitting and Speed</h2>

He made 15 sixes, the highest number in a Youth ODI match. This broke his previous record of 14 sixes against the UAE in December. He has struck at least ten sixes on five different occasions, and while all other players combined have done it only three times. His 150 runs off the boundaries alone also surpassed Hasitha Boyagoda&rsquo;s previous record of 124 runs from boundaries.

The innings showcased blistering pace, with 150 runs coming off just 71 balls, marking the fastest 150 in Youth ODIs. His 55-ball century is the second-fastest in U19 World Cup history, behind Will Malajczuk&rsquo;s 51-ball ton, and ranks as the fifth-fastest hundred in Youth ODIs overall.

<h3>Impact on the Final</h3>

Sooryavanshi&rsquo;s innings not only rewrote record books but also put India in a commanding position in the final. His combination of power, timing, and fearless strokeplay highlighted his potential to be a future star for Indian cricket.

India opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks multiple U19 records, scoring 175 off 80 balls against England in the World Cup final, becoming the youngest centurion and setting several new benchmarks.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Breaks Babar Azam’s Record in U19 WC Final

<a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/vaibhav-suryavanshi-scores-171-in-under-19-asia-cup-nears-india-record/2653-5-0">Vaibhav Sooryavanshi</a> produced a scintillating innings, scoring 175 runs off 80 balls at a strike rate of 218.75, including 15 fours and 15 sixes. His aggressive yet controlled batting kept the scoreboard ticking, putting constant pressure on the opposition bowlers. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi&#39;s performance anchored the innings and set the stage for India&rsquo;s massive total.

Captain Ayush Mhatre added 53 off 35 balls, maintaining the momentum after Sooryavanshi&rsquo;s dominant innings. Kanishk Chouhan remained unbeaten on 37, striking at 185, while R.S. Ambrish, Khilan Patel, and Henil Patel contributed quick runs down the order. Early contributions from Aaron George (9) and Vedant Trivedi (32) ensured steady progress, helping push the total beyond 400 runs, an imposing score in a 50-over match.

On the bowling front, James Minto (8 overs, 63 runs) and Alex Green (5 overs, 49 runs) took early wickets but struggled to contain the batting onslaught. Other bowlers, including Sebastian Morgan, Manny Lumsden, Farhan Ahmed, and Ralphie Albert, faced constant pressure from the in-form Indian batters. Despite a few breakthroughs, India&rsquo;s combination of power-hitting and tactical running dominated the first innings.

With 411/9 on the board, <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/england-vs-india-u19-world-cup-2026-final-at-harare-preview-and-analysis/3406-2-0">India Under-19s</a> have set a formidable platform, leaving the opposition with a massive chase ahead.&nbsp;

India Under-19s scored a massive 411/9 in the first innings, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashing 175 off 80 balls, while bowlers kept the opposition under pressure.

India Under-19s Dominate 1st Innings with 411/9; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Shines

Faisal Shinozada continued to impress everyone at the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, as he became the first batter in the tournament to score 400+ runs. In the crucial semi-final match against India, Faisal Shinozada smashed a brilliant century that allowed him to get over the mark in style.

Born in 2008, Faisal Shinozada showcased his batting talent in the ongoing tournament with exceptional performances. He played a key role in Afghanistan&rsquo;s road to the semi-final by amassing runs at the top of the order.

In the match against India, Faisal Shinozada came in to bat at number 3 when the team was struggling to score runs. He played with confidence to negate the attack of India, showcasing his range of shots and ability to hit pacers quickly.

Due to Shinozada&rsquo;s positive batting, Afghanistan gained momentum and put the Indian bowlers under pressure. He was well supported by Uzairullah Niazai at the other end, who also scored a brilliant hundred in the first innings of the match.

Faisal Shinozada returned to the pavilion after scoring a stunning 110 off just 93 balls, including 15 fours. In doing so, he also became the first player in the ongoing tournament to cross the 400-run mark, a milestone that highlights the brilliance of his superlative form in batting.

Although India <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/india-under-19-chase-down-311-to-beat-afghanistan-under-19-by-7-wickets-icc-u19-world-cup/3404-5-0">won</a> the match in the second innings, the scintillating batting display by Faisal Shinozada stole the limelight. He will now leave the ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2026 as one of the brightest prospects of Afghanistan, who showcased intent and aggression throughout the tournament. Fans can expect this young star to join the Afghanistan men&rsquo;s team soon, as his performances in the current event speak volumes about his talent.

Faisal Shinozada became the first player in the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 to hit 400+ runs. He reached the milestone after scoring a hundred against India in the semi-final match.

Faisal Shinozada Emerges As Afghanistan’s Batting Star at U19 World Cup 2026

India won the toss and elected to bat first in the day-night warm-up encounter, looking to test their batting depth on a flat surface.

India piled up an imposing 240/5 in 20 overs, scoring at a run rate of 12.00. Ishan Kishan provided early momentum before retiring out for a quickfire 53, while Abhishek Sharma retired hurt after contributing 24.

<a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/tilak-varma-hardik-pandya-power-india-vs-south-africa-5th-t20/2734-5-0">Tilak Varma</a> anchored the innings with a fluent 45 before falling to Marco Jansen, while captain Suryakumar Yadav played an explosive knock of 30, striking at over 187 before being dismissed by Kwena Maphaka.

Axar Patel remained unbeaten on 35, and Hardik Pandya added late fireworks with a rapid 30. Rinku Singh chipped in with 16 as India finished strongly despite disciplined spells from <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/lungi-ngidis-five-wicket-haul-powers-south-africa-to-series-win-over-australia/1134-2-0">Lungi Ngidi</a>.

Chasing a stiff target of 241, South Africa were restricted to 210/7 in 20 overs. Captain Aiden Markram retired out after scoring 38, while Ryan Rickelton impressed with a brisk 44.

Tristan Stubbs stood tall with an unbeaten 45, supported by Jason Smith&rsquo;s 35, but regular wickets prevented South Africa from building sustained partnerships. Varun Chakravarthy and Arshdeep Singh took wickets at crucial moments.

The match highlighted India&rsquo;s batting firepower and depth, while South Africa gained insights into their middle-order combinations ahead of the tournament.

India defeated South Africa by 30 runs in an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup warm-up match after posting 240/5 at Navi Mumbai.

India Win by 30 Runs in High-Scoring Warm-Up Match Against SA

ENG Under-19 vs IND Under-19 ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026 Final at Harare preview. Get team form, player stats, head-to-head records, and squad depth analysis.

England vs India U19 World Cup 2026 Final at Harare: Preview & Analysis

In a high-scoring U19&nbsp; World Cup 2026 2nd semi-final, India U19 beat Afghanistan by 7 seven wickets.&nbsp;

After winning the toss, Afghanistan Under-19 decided to bat first in the semi-final of the high-stakes game at Harare Sports Club. They made a good score of 310/4 in 50 overs. The innings was anchored by explosive centuries from Faisal Shinozada and Uzairullah Niazai. After a quiet powerplay, Afghanistan gained momentum with strong performances in the middle overs.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shinozada anchored the innings, finishing with 110 off 93 balls, including 15 fours. Niazai scored a fluent 101 off 86 balls, including 12 fours and two sixes. Together, they propelled Afghanistan past the 300-run mark, despite disciplined bowling from India.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In response, <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/ind-under-19-vs-pak-under-19-match-preview-2025/2648-2-0">India Under-19</a> aggressively responded, taking advantage of the fielding regulations. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored a blistering 68 in just 33 balls, stamping authority on the chase.

The innings was then expertly guided by Aaron George, who played a match-winning knock of 115 off 104 balls, featuring 15 fours and two sixes. He found excellent support from A Mhatre, who scored 62 off 59 balls.

India eventually finished on 311 for 3 in 41.1 overs. Aaron George was deservedly named Player of the Match for his composed and decisive century.

With this victory, India Under-19 advanced to the final of the <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/blog/u19-cricket-world-cup-2026-complete-guide-schedule-teams-venues/3065-2-0">ICC Men&#39;s Under-19 World Cup</a>, continuing their dominant run in the tournament.

India Under-19 defeated Afghanistan Under-19 by seven wickets in the 2nd semi-final of the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup after a dominant chase of 311 in Harare.

India Under-19 Chase Down 311 to Beat Afghanistan Under-19 by 7 Wickets | ICC U19 World Cup

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