Jos Buttler admits Chris Woakes concern ahead of key South Africa test at World Cup
England captain Jos Buttler admits the performances of Chris Woakes in India have been a "frustration" for both him and the bowler.
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Sinclair's record scoring earns Best FIFA Special Award
Honoured by FIFA for her goal-scoring exploits Monday, Canada captain Christine Sinclair confirmed she has more to do on and off the soccer pitch.
On Defeat To Afghanistan, England Star's "Doesn't Make Us Bad Cricketers" Remark
England batter Jonny Bairstow backs defending champions to return to winning ways and also insisted their firepower with the bat can't be criticised despite the early defeats in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023. After two defeats in their opening three matches, the defending champions will look to turn around their World Cup campaign when they face South Africa at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday. The defending champions were stunned by Afghanistan in Delhi on Sunday - the second defeat in their opening three games.
Smarting From Shock Losses, England And South Africa Look To Turn The Tide
Reeling from upsets in their previous outings, a formidable South Africa will have an upper hand against a faltering England when the two teams meet in a World Cup match in Mumbai on Saturday. Having recorded the highest total of this competition (428/5) previously, South Africa crumbled against the Netherlands in a rain-truncated game in Dharamsala for their first loss in the competition. Similarly, England too caved in to pressure when Afghanistan brought out their best with the ball in Delhi.
Cricket World Cup 2023: England Skipper Jos Buttler Weighs In On Chances Of Ben Stokes Featuring Against South Africa
England skipper Jos Buttler gave his take on whether all-rounder Ben Stokes will be in contention for their upcoming World Cup game against South Africa. Stokes reversed his retirement to have another dance in the 50-over format, hoping to contribute to England's title defence. But since arriving in India, Stokes is yet to play a single match as he picked up a slight niggle in his hip during a practice session before their campaign opener against New Zealand. Stokes who is itching to return to the field declared himself available for the clash against the Proteas on Thursday.
Donal Lenihan's Rugby World Cup semi-final predictions
New Zealand were waiting in the long grass for Ireland given what happened in the Test series in 2022. It has come come out since those game how much they have revamped their whole approach: revamped their defence as a consequence of how Ireland played.
India's Hardik Pandya to miss New Zealand game due to injury
India's vice-captain Hardik Pandya will miss Sunday's World Cup match against New Zealand because of an injury, the Indian cricket board said on Friday.
Injured Hardik Pandya To Miss India's Cricket World Cup 2023 Match Against New Zealand
India all-rounder Hardik Pandya will miss the team's World Cup 2023 match against New Zealand, which will be played in Dharamsala on Sunday, October 22. Hardik limped off the pitch during India's match against Bangladesh after twisting his ankle. During the 9th over of the Bangladesh innings, Pandya tried to stop a shot from Litton Das with his right leg but ended up slipping in the process. He landed awkwardly on his left leg and the physio had to rush to the field as Pandya looked in pain. The BCCI had earlier stated that Hardik was taken for scans, and is being monitored by the medical team.