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"Efficiently Using My...": Kuldeep Yadav Reveals His Bowling Mantra After Successful Asia Cup Campaign

Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav took home the Man of the Tournament prize in the Asia Cup 2023. He finished the event as India's second-highest wicket-taker, with nine scalps in four innings at an average of 11.44 and an economy of 3.61. His best figures were 5 for 25 against Pakistan. "I don't think a lot; I just read the wicket. It's very important for me to get the length right, and keep bowling at the good length," he said. "I also read the batter, as to what shot is he trying to play. I have been efficiently using my wrong one and flipper, and I'm gaining a lot of confidence from it.

Cricket World Cup 2023: Pacer Jofra Archer Set To Travel With England Squad As Reserve Player

England speedster Jofra Archer will travel to India for the ODI World Cup with the Three Lions squad as a reserve player. Archer was a notable absentee from England's 15-man squad for the World Cup due to an elbow injury. However, on Monday England's national selector, Luke Wright confirmed that the 28-year-old pacer will travel with the squad as a reserve. "Jofra Archer will be travelling with the squad to India. He is one of the reserves but we also need to look after him, focus on his rehab," Wright said as quoted from Sky Sports. Another eye-catching change in England's squad was the inclusion of youngster Harry Brook who continues to rise in each format with time.

Ravichandran Ashwin Makes ODI Comeback After 20 Months, India Leave Star Trio Out Of First Two Games vs Australia

Seasoned spinner R Ashwin on Monday made a comeback to the Indian ODI team for the three-match series against Australia while senior players including skipper Rohit Sharma and senior batter Virat Kohli were rested from the first two games. Ashwin, who last played an ODI back in January 2022 in South Africa, could be drafted into the Indian team for the World Cup if Axar Patel doesn't get fit before the September 28 deadline set by the ICC. Axar has sustained a quadriceps tear during the recently held Asia Cup in Sri Lanka.

BCCI Chief Selector Asked About Resting Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Before Bharat Darshan At World Cup. Here's His Reply

A day after Indian cricket team's Asia Cup triumph, the squad for the Australia ODI series was announced on Monday. There were several surprises in the squad for the three-ODI series. The biggest one being the return of Ravichandran Ashwin, who last played an ODI in January, 2022. Another surprise was that the team management rested the star trio - Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya - for a series that is being seen as the final dress rehearsal before the World Cup.

Riyadh-hosted world weightlifting championship concludes with record participation

RIYADH: The Riyadh-hosted World Weightlifting Championship concluded on Sunday with more than 2,500 male and female athletes representing over 170 countries taking part in the event, a new record for the tournament.

England defend decision to dump 'absolutely gutted' Jason Roy for World Cup

England selector Luke Wright has defended their decision to dump Jason Roy on the eve of the World Cup but has admitted it was a "ruthless" call.

Pace Legend Blasts BCCI's Scheduling, Finds India vs Australia ODIs 'Unnecessary'

The Indian cricket team registered a comprehensive 10-wicket win against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final on Sunday. After Sri Lanka opted to bat, Mohammed Siraj ran through their battng order, picking six wickets for just 21 runs in seven overs. Sri Lanka were skittled out for a paltry total of 50 runs, which India chased down in 6.1 overs. Sunday's win is a good confidence booster ahead of next month's World Cup on home soil. However, before their opening game of the tournament on October 8 against Australia, India face the Pat Cummins-led side in a three-match series, starting September 22.

Video Claims Rohit Sharma Forgot Passport On Way To Airport After Asia Cup Final, Reminding Fans Of Virat Kohli's Old Quote

Sunday brought in great news for the Indian cricket team. The Rohit Sharma-led side put up clinical show to win the Asia Cup 2023 final against Sri Lanka in Colombo by 10 wickets. A fairytale spell from Mohammed Siraj skittled through the Sri Lankan batting order on Sunday in the final of the Asia Cup. The 29-year-old pacer made history, not just for himself but for the country. Siraj became the first Indian bowler to take four wickets in an over in men's internationals. He is the joint fastest to take 5 wickets in a match, but most importantly his performance helped India win the Asia cup for a record 8th time.

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"Efficiently Using My...": Kuldeep Yadav Reveals His Bowling Mantra After Successful Asia Cup Campaign

Cricket World Cup 2023: Pacer Jofra Archer Set To Travel With England Squad As Reserve Player

Ravichandran Ashwin Makes ODI Comeback After 20 Months, India Leave Star Trio Out Of First Two Games vs Australia

BCCI Chief Selector Asked About Resting Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Before Bharat Darshan At World Cup. Here's His Reply

Riyadh-hosted world weightlifting championship concludes with record participation

England defend decision to dump 'absolutely gutted' Jason Roy for World Cup

Pace Legend Blasts BCCI's Scheduling, Finds India vs Australia ODIs 'Unnecessary'

Video Claims Rohit Sharma Forgot Passport On Way To Airport After Asia Cup Final, Reminding Fans Of Virat Kohli's Old Quote