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What India's Squad For Asia Cup 2023 Might Look Like

Though the schedule for the Asia Cup is yet to be announced, the structure of the tournament is already out, with the event set to take place in Pakistan and Sri Lanka in a 'hybrid' format. The Indian cricket team, who last won the tournament in 2018, would be raring to add to their tally this time around. But, with there remaining big question marks over the availability of certain players, the task for Rohit Sharma and Co. would not be the easiest. The likes of Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah, and Shreyas Iyer are all on the sidelines, nursing their injuries.

Top Pakistani Snooker Player Majid Ali, 28, Dies By Suicide

Renowned Pakistani snooker player and Asian Under-21 silver medallist, Majid Ali committed suicide in his hometown Samundri near Faisalabad in Punjab on Thursday. He was 28. Majid was reportedly suffering from depression since his playing days and ended his life by using a wood-cutting machine, according to police. He represented Pakistan in several international events and was a top-ranked player on the national circuit.

"When I Looked At Virat Kohli...": Ravichandran Ashwin On That T20 WC 2022 Knock vs Pakistan

The ODI World Cup schedule was announced earlier this week and the blockbuster clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan will once again be the one to watch out for. India and Pakistan are scheduled to square off at the Narendra Modi Stadium on October 15. Both teams had met during the T20 World Cup last year in Australia, with India edging out Pakistan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, thanks to Virat Kohli's marathon knock. With the focus firmly on the blockbuster clash in Ahmedabad, Ashwin recalled the mid-pitch conversation between him and Kohli during the win over Pakistan last year.

R Ashwin's 'Ridiculous' Retort To "Can India End ICC Trophy Drought?" Question

It has been more than 10 years of India's ICC trophy drought. In 2013, the side won the Champions Trophy and since then it has struggled to finish things off. India lost to Sri Lanka in the final of 2014 T20 World Cup before the side lost the 2015 ODI World Cup semi-final at the hands of Australia. In the 2016 T20 World Cup semi-final, India were defeated by West Indies. They then suffered a loss against arch-rivals Pakistan in the final of Champions Trophy in 2017.

For Shadab Khan, Even If Pakistan Lose To India At 2023 World Cup, It'll Be 'Win-Win' If This Happens

From the day the 2023 World Cup schedule was announced, all eyes are on the India-Pakistan clash. The match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October. The tournament will begin with holders England taking on New Zealand on October 5 at the world's biggest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad, which will also host the final. The schedule was announced after weeks of delay due to Pakistan's earlier refusal to travel to India, but a compromise was reached when Pakistan agreed to host a hybrid-model Asia Cup in September.

"This Is Nonsense": Ex-Pakistan Star Tears Into The Country's Cricket Board Over 2023 World Cup Venue Fuss

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali has urged the country's not to create unnecessary fuss over the venues of the upcoming ODI World Cup in India. Pakistan are scheduled to take on arch rivals India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 15. However, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly expressed its unwillingness to play at the venue. They had also, according to a PTI report, said that they would not want to face Afghanistan in Chennai. However, Basit Ali feels that playing at the world's biggest cricket stadium might actually be beneficial for Pakistan as the pressure will be on the home side instead of them.

"Lovely Friend": Virender Sehwag Puts On Display Bats With Which He Scored Triple Tons. Internet Amazed

Virender Sehwag on Thursday shared a picture of his collection of bats from which he hit his famous scores of 309, 319 , 219, 119, 254 and 293. "Bat mein hai dum (Bat has power in it) - 309, 319 , 219, 119 , 254. Pyaare saathi (Dear friend). Lost 293 waala," the former India opener captioned his post. In the Multan Test in 2004, Sehwag scored 309 runs in an innings against Pakistan before he hit 319 runs against South Africa in 2008, which till date is the highest runs scored by an Indian player in a Test inning.

Watch: Batter's Unique Scoop Shot From Behind The Stumps Leaves Netizens Shocked

Cricket is becoming more fascinating with every passing day. Earlier, there was a time when teams used to easily defend a target like 150 in 20 overs but now, 200 runs are also being easily chased. Batters have adapted many different techniques like switch hit, square cut, scoop shot, etc to score quick runs. India batter Suryakumar Yadav and South Africa legend AB de Villiers are the biggest example of the players, who are known for their unconventional shots. However, a video is getting viral on social media, where a batter has invented a very unique type of shot.

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What India's Squad For Asia Cup 2023 Might Look Like

Top Pakistani Snooker Player Majid Ali, 28, Dies By Suicide

"When I Looked At Virat Kohli...": Ravichandran Ashwin On That T20 WC 2022 Knock vs Pakistan

R Ashwin's 'Ridiculous' Retort To "Can India End ICC Trophy Drought?" Question

For Shadab Khan, Even If Pakistan Lose To India At 2023 World Cup, It'll Be 'Win-Win' If This Happens

"This Is Nonsense": Ex-Pakistan Star Tears Into The Country's Cricket Board Over 2023 World Cup Venue Fuss

"Lovely Friend": Virender Sehwag Puts On Display Bats With Which He Scored Triple Tons. Internet Amazed

Watch: Batter's Unique Scoop Shot From Behind The Stumps Leaves Netizens Shocked