Mohammed Shami delivered a brilliant final over as India defeated Australia by six runs in a warm-up game at The Gabba in Brisbane on Monday (October 17). With 11 runs needed off the final over, Shami went on to pick up three wickets in the 20th over to prove his death-bowling credentials and secure a thrilling victory for the Men in Blue.

Mohammed Shami's last-over heroics help India beat Australia by 6 runs in warm-up match

India will kick off their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on October 23 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne. While there is significant hype around the clash with the encounter being deemed as a virtual decider for the top spot in Group 2 of Super 12, former India opener Gautam Gambhir has warned the Indian team to be wary of another opposition which is peaking at the right time.

'They are going to be a threat': Gautam Gambhir issues warning to India ahead of T20 World Cup opener

The Indian cricket team is currently training in Brisbane ahead of the start of their T20 World Cup 2022 campaign in Australia. India were one of the first teams to reach Australia to begin preparations for the showpiece event and were training in Perth before moving to Brisbane.

WATCH: Virat Kohli carries drinks for teammates during India's warm-up match, video goes viral

Namibia pulled off a shock win over Sri Lanka in their opening game in the qualifiers as T20 World Cup 2022 got underway in Australia on Sunday (October 16). In one of the upsets of the tournament, 14th-ranked Namibia were a no-match to Sri Lanka, who are the reigning Asia Cup champions and were outright favourites ahead of the clash.

Explained: What Sri Lanka's shock defeat against Namibia could mean for India in T20 World Cup 2022?

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma made 11-year-old Durshil Sharma's day as he invited the young prodigious talent to train with the Indian team after noticing him at the stadium.

WATCH: Dream come true moment for 11-year-old as he bowls to India captain Rohit Sharma in nets

Captains of all 16 teams taking part in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 shared the stage in Melbourne on Saturday as they addressed the press ahead of the start of the showpiece event down under.

'We talk about our families, cars': India captain Rohit Sharma opens up on camaraderie with Pakistan players

Indian captain Rohit Sharma explained why the Indian team management decided against risking Jasprit Bumrah for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, stating that the fast bowler's career is more important than the trophy for the team.

Jasprit Bumrah is just 28, his career is more important than the T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma

After a long wait, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have named Mohammed Shami as the replacement for injured Jasprit Bumrah in India's T20 World Cup squad.

T20 WC: BCCI names Mohammed Shami as Jasprit Bumrah's replacement, Siraj-Shardul added in reserves

Pakistan are scheduled to host the 2023 Asia Cup, following which the ODI World Cup will be held in India in the latter half of next year. While India have not toured their neighbouring country since 2008 and both sides only meet during multi-nation or ICC events, due to the political tension, it might just be possible that India can make a visit to Pakistan for the next edition of the continental tournament.

India's visit to Pakistan for 2023 Asia Cup, subject to govt clearance, on BCCI's agenda: Report

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly is set to make way for Roger Binny as the 1983 World Cup winning hero is on the cusp of taking over the top post. It is believed that Ganguly was keen to carry on as the BCCI chief but fell out of favour.

'I will...' - Outgoing BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly breaks silence with Roger Binny all set to succeed him

After a 13-run win in their first warm-up encounter versus Western Australia XI, India locked horns with them once again on Thursday (October 13). With Rohit Sharma playing as a specialist batter, KL Rahul got a chance to lead the side.

Western Australia XI beat KL Rahul-starrer India by 36 runs in second warm-up encounter

Team India dealt with a huge blow, early this month, with Jasprit Bumrah being officially ruled out of the T20 World Cup due to a back stress fracture. Bumrah was out of the Asia Cup due to back issues as well.

Ravi Shastri raises concerns on Indian pace battery's regular injury woes ahead of T20 World Cup

Ishan Kishan's terrific knock in the second ODI against South Africa in Ranchi left South Africa legend Dale Styen mighty impressed. After witnessing Kishan's heroics with the willow, Styen issues a warning to Rishabh Pant and India's other middle-order batters stating that they should be wary of the young left-hander.

Ishan Kishan is coming for their spot: Dale Steyn issues warning to Rishabh Pant and others

Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team is currently in Australia preparing for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 without the 15th member of their official squad. The selectors are yet to name a replacement for injured fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who was ruled out of the tournament due to a back injury.

Mohammed Shami or Mohammed Siraj? Sunil Gavaskar picks Jasprit Bumrah's replacement for T20 World Cup

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Ramiz Raja has admitted the Indian team remains far ahead in skill level compared to Pakistan. Babar Azam-led Pakistan have managed to outclass their arch-rivals twice in their last three meetings but Raja admitted India are still ahead of Pakistan in terms of quality.

India are far ahead in skill level compared to Pakistan: PCB chief Ramiz Raja makes honest admission

India dealt with a huge blow when Jasprit Bumrah was officially ruled out of the T20 World Cup, early this month. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have not officially named his replacement but Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj and Shardul Thakur are set to travel to Australia to join the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team Down Under, prior to the main draw of the mega event.

'When you've the best car, why leave it in garage?': Brett Lee on Umran Malik's non-selection for T20 WC

Deepak Chahar has been ruled out of the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022 due to a back injury. The pacer, who was part of India's stand-by list for the World Cup, was in contention to make it to the main squad after Jasprit Bumrah was sidelined from the tournament due to an injury.

Shardul Thakur, Md. Shami and Md. Siraj to leave for Australia; Deepak Chahar out of T20 World Cup - Report

Suryakumar Yadav has had a stellar run in 2022. Being India's highest ranked batter in T20Is, the right-hander's form will be vital to India's chances at the 2022 T20 World Cup.

He could be India's version of AB de Villiers: Dale Steyn lauds Suryakumar Yadav ahead of T20 World Cup

India thrashed South Africa by seven wickets in the third and final ODI at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday to clinch the three-match series 2-1.

India equal Australia's 19-year-old world record after thrashing South Africa in 3rd ODI

Team India left for Australia early in October in a bid to get accustomed to the conditions Down Under, ahead of the 2022 T20 World Cup. Rohit Sharma & Co. will commence their campaign in the forthcoming showpiece event in Australia by locking horns with Pakistan in the upcoming ICC event, on October 23 at the iconic MCG, Melbourne.

T20 World Cup 2022, India's warm-up schedule: Squad, venues, timings, telecast - All you need to know

It was a walk in the park for the Indian team as the hosts demolished South Africa by seven wickets in the third and final ODI to bag the three-match series 2-1.

Md. Siraj, Washington Sundar run riot as India crush South Africa by 7 wickets in 3rd ODI to clinch series 2-1

India wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson has said he has been asked by the Indian team management to take up the finisher's role in white-ball cricket going forward.

Sanju Samson to be India's new finisher? Star batter hints at new role from Indian team management

The T20 World Cup 2022 edition is set to get underway on October 16. While all the major teams are finalishing their team combination. the lowly-ranked sides are set to lock horns in the qualifying round which kicks off on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: Not India, Pakistan or England! Chris Gayle predicts finalists for mega event

Aakash Chopra remains one of the most followed and active cricketers on Twitter. Chopra, who represented India in 10 Tests, has always been vocal on various aspects of the gentlemen's game and keeps sharing his opinions on several cricketing topics.

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