T20 World Cup: 'RizBar' strike rate obsession distracts Pakistan from the real issues
After all the anger and bloodletting of Pakistan’s premature exit from the T20 World Cup, there was a hint of perspective. Maybe even a little sympathy.
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"In Death Overs...": Ravindra Jadeja's Big Reveal On India's Surprise Strategy In Super 8 At T20 World Cup
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said that spinners could be seen in action during the death overs when India starts off its ICC T20 World Cup Super Eights campaign against Afghanistan in Barbados from June 20 onwards. India will be taking on Afghanistan in their first Super Eight clash on June 20 at Bridgetown. India ended their unbeaten run in the group stage with wins over Ireland, Pakistan and the USA in low-scoring games, with their last game against Canada on June 15 being washed out due to rain. Afghanistan is also undefeated till yet, with big wins against Uganda, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. They will be taking on West Indies in their final group-stage game on Tuesday.
On Anushka Sharma's "We Love You" Post On Father's Day, Virat Kohli Does This
Virat Kohli, Indian cricket team star batter, is currently preparing for the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024. The former Indian cricket team hasn't had the best of tournament so far, having failed to reach double digit figures so far. However, with the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup being played in the West Indies, Kohli will be eyeing a great comeback. Before India's first Super Eight match, Kohli got a special wish on Father's Day. His wife and popular actor Anushka Sharma posted an image of footprints along with the following caption.
Gary Kirsten 'Lashes Out' At Pakistan Team After T20 World Cup Exit, Says "No Unity In..."
Pakistan cricket team had a disappointing outing in T20 World Cup 2024 as the Babar Azam-led crashed out in the group stages of the competition with losses against United States and India. Pakistan slumped to a shock defeat against United States before losing to India in a thriller. While they did win their games against Canada and Ireland, it was not enough. Pakistan cricketers' dismal run led to criticism from both fans as well as experts and according to media reports, even head coach Gary Kirsten 'lashed out' at the players regarding their fitness standards and the lack of unity in the side.
"Poor More Often": Virender Sehwag Questions Babar-led Pakistan's Dressing Room Culture At T20 World Cup
Former India batter Virender Sehwag has lashed out Pakistan amid criticism over the Babar Azam-led side's Elimination from the T20 World Cup. Despite Pakistan bowing out with a win in their final group game against Ireland, Sehwag questioned the team's future. After restricting Ireland to 106/9, Pakistan too had difficulties while chasing as they lost seven wickets before captain Babar Azam played a composed knock to see the side through. While analysing the match, Sehwag questioned Pakistan's approach while chasing small totals against relatively weaker teams.
"Gary Kirsten Not A Magician": India's WC-Winning Coach Faces Heat On Failing To Replicate Success With Pakistan
Pakistan's T20 World Cup is over even before the group stage matches of the marquee event is over. Two losses to India and USA ensured that the Babar Azam-led Pakistan exit from the group stages of the T20 World Cup 2024. Pakistan entered the T20 World Cup as runner-up of the 2022 edition but are exiting the current edition after one of the worst ever shows. Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria opened up on the impact of the exit in Pakistan cricket. "It's a shameful thing in the history of Pakistan cricket. You know it already; apart from cricket, these people have doomed every other sport. If you play with players' careers, then you have to face the repercussions", Kaneria told Sports Now.
India vs Australia: Are The T20 World Cup Super 8 Seedings Pre-Decided? - Explained
Following Bangladesh's win over Nepal in Group D, all spots are now locked for the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup. With three inconsequential matches over the next 24 hours, the group stage will come to a close on Tuesday, with the Super 8 stage to get underway on Wednesday, June 19. Bangladesh finished second in Group D behind South Africa and will join Afghanistan, India and Australia in Group 1 of the Super Eights. The other group was decided on Sunday after Australia beat Scotland, providing an helping hand to arch-rivals England in their pursuit of the Super 8 stage.
'Ramiz Raja To Replace Babar Azam...': Former India Cricketer's Witty Idea For New Pakistan Captain After T20 World Cup Exit
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar joked that Babar Azam should be replaced by former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja as captain. Speaking on Star Sports, Manjrekar came up with the witty idea in a discussion about Pakistan's future, after they were eliminated in the group stage of the 2024 T20 World Cup. A lot of criticism has surrounded Babar Azam's performance and leadership, with many experts calling for the removal of the 29-year-old from captaincy. Manjrekar added to it with a twist of his own.