T20 World Cup: Close calls, big statements: Associates make noise, will ICC listen?

2026-02-21 - 02:23

Associate teams lit up the T20 World Cup with fearless cricket, pushing top sides to the edge in multiple thrillers. But crucial dropped catches and lack of big-match experience proved costly. With growing confidence and exposure through T20 franchise leagues, their message is clear: give us more opportunities and results will follow.