All the song and dance at Rugby World Cup: Boks brace for Tongan spin on the haka
By now, the Springboks have seen and heard enough All Black hakas to venture a line or two themselves if the mood strikes.
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Meet Nishanth Saranu - 6 Feet 9 Inches Tall Indian Net Bowler Who Impressed Pakistan Stars
Hyderabad U-19 pacer Nishanth Saranu, who stands at six feet nine inches, attracted a lot of attention in Pakistan's opening net session ahead of the World Cup on Thursday. Nishanth, who is in his second year of U-19 cricket, was among the host of net bowlers at Pakistan's team disposal after it turned up for training 12 hours after a high-profile arrival in the city. Pakistan will face New Zealand in a World Cup warm-up fixture here on Friday. After Haris Rauf and Shaheen Afridi were done with their spells, Pakistan support staff including bowling coach Morne Morkel chose Nishanth from a clutch of net bowlers who were anxiously waiting for their turn. Bowling in the range of 140-150 kmph comes naturally to Pakistani bowlers including Rauf and Shaheen, therefore the young Hyderabad pacer was asked to ramp up his pace significantly.
Hyderabad Police Working Overtime To Ensure Full Safety And Security For Pakistan Team
Security officials in the city are literally working overtime to ensure a smooth stay for the Pakistan cricket team, which is visiting India after seven years. The Babar Azam-crowd got a roaring welcome at the Hyderabad airport on Wednesday before it was taken to the team hotel in the heart of the city amid tight security. The team will be here for almost two weeks. Police officials are having to stretch themselves due to the festivities around the Ganesh idol immersion that coincides with warm-up games of the World Cup.
Skipper Wolvaardt hits classy century as Proteas women claim series win over NZ
A stunning century from skipper Laura Wolvaardt guided the Proteas women to a comfortable victory in the second ODI against New Zealand at Pietermaritzburg Oval on Thursday.
Springboks head coach Jacques Nienaber more worried about 'butchered' chances than kicking woes
Much of the focus in the wake of South Africa's tense 13-8 World Cup loss to Ireland was centred around the Springboks’ kicking woes, but coach Jacques Nienaber is more concerned with his side’s botched opportunities in the opposition 22.
'Lamb Chops, Mutton Curry...': Pakistan Team's Food Menu Upon Hyderabad Arrival Revealed
The Pakistan cricket team has reached Hyderabad, thanks to the timely clearance of their visas. Upon landing in Hyderabad, Babar Azam and his men received a rapturous welcome, with fans turning up in numbers to welcome the men from across the border. Several Pakistan players took to social media to express their delight at the grand welcome they received. Diet is an extremely important part of an athlete's meal, and Pakistan players are truly feasting on some exquisite cuisines in Hyderabad.
Nienaber "realistic" over Pollard selection against Tonga
MARSEILLE, France : Much of the focus in the wake of South Africa’s tense 13-8 World Cup loss to Ireland was centred around the Springboks’ kicking woes, but coach Jacques Nienaber is more concerned with his side’s botched opportunities in the opposition 22.
South Africa captain Bavuma to miss World Cup warm-up games
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma will miss Cricket World Cup warm-up matches against Afghanistan and New Zealand after returning home for family reasons, officials confirmed on Thursday.