Rules & Format
Formats, qualification, knockout paths and law changes explained simply.
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How Net Run Rate (NRR) is Calculated in T20 Cricket
Net Run Rate (NRR) is the ultimate group stage tiebreaker in cricket. Here is a simple, fan-friendly guide to how it actually works.
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football How Do Third-Place Teams Qualify in FIFA World Cup 2026? Rules Explained
The FIFA World Cup 2026 features a new 48-team format. Here is how the 8 best third-place teams are chosen to enter the Round of 32.
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football · FIFA World Cup 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 Format Explained — 48 Teams, 12 Groups & the Round of 32
The 2026 World Cup is the biggest ever — 48 teams, 12 groups, 104 matches. Here is how the format actually works, in plain language.
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