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"Nazar Mat Lagana": Ravindra Jadeja's Interesting Reaction To Virat Kohli's 49th ODI Ton

Virat Kohli made history on Sunday as he slammed his 49th ODI century during the Cricket World Cup 2023 match between India and South Africa. It was Kohli's second century in this year's Cricket World Cup and it was instrumental in guaranteeing an easy victory for the Indian cricket team. With the century, Kohli equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record of hitting the most number of centuries in ODIs. Following the match, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was asked about any special celebrations for Kohli and he came up with a truly interesting response. Jadeja said that the team comes ahead of any such personal milestones and jokingly asked the presenter to jinx India's winning run in the World Cup.

Eddie Jones interested in Japan job, SA's Frans Ludeke also on list of candidates - reports

Eddie Jones would "definitely be interested" in coaching Japan but has yet to receive an offer, Japanese media quoted the former England and Australia boss as saying.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Cricket World Cup 2023: Fantasy XI Prediction, Top Captaincy And Vice-Captaincy Picks

Sri Lanka is set to clash against New Zealand in their final match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 group phase on November 9. The match will be played at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Sri Lanka's exit from the tournament was confirmed on Monday after a defeat to Bangladesh by three wickets. It was their sixth defeat in eight matches. The Kusal Mendis-led side's only victories came against Netherlands and England.

"People Will Say, I Was At Stadium When...": Pat Cummins On Glenn Maxwell's Knock

An exhausted Glenn Maxwell called the Tuesday night "his own" after pulling off a superhuman effort which his skipper Pat Cummins described as the "greatest ever" ODI knock. Cummins watched the mayhem unfold from close as he saw Maxwell brave painful cramps to produce an astonishing 201-run knock that floored Afghanistan. "It would have been nice if it was a chanceless knock, but I had my chances, to make the most of it tonight was something I can be proud of," Maxwell said at the post-match presentation ceremony, referring to a couple of catches that Afghans dropped when Aussies were placed precariously.

Glenn Maxwell Shatters History Books. List Of All Records Broken With His Unbeaten 201

The Cricket World witnessed the Maxwell Mayhem on Tuesday as the Australia all-rounder set the stage on fire with his unbelievable unbeaten knock of 201 runs against Afghanistan in a World Cup match. Record books underwent a major re-writing as Maxwell helped Aussies script a miraculous win over Afghanistan, securing a place in the semi-finals of the tournament. Maxwell's unbeaten 201 came in 128 balls, with the help of 21 fours and 10 sixes. He struck at a strike rate of over 157. In the process, he went on to make history, achieving several new milestones in his illustrious cricketing career.

"Could Have Hurt India If...": Gautam Gambhir's Intriguing Take On Virat Kohli's 49th ODI Ton

Former Indian cricket team batter Gautam Gambhir praised Virat Kohli for equalling Sachin Tendulkar's record of scoring 49 centuries in ODI cricket but also pointed out that his pacing could have spelt trouble for his side if the situation was a bit different. Kohli looked in tremendous form during the Cricket World Cup 2023 match against South Africa but slowed down a bit while approaching his century. On a tricky surface, Kohli found it tough to deal in boundaries, especially towards the end of his knock. Gambhir feels the slowed pace with which Virat scored runs at the end, could've hurt India in the game.

Watch - "Lutt Gaya": Virat Kohli's Crazy Dance On Anushka Sharma's Film Song Has Eden Gardens On Its Feet

It was a birthday to remember for Virat Kohli on Sunday. The India star turned 35 and made the moment more memorable with a world record-equalling 49th ODI century. There was hardly anything that Kohli could have done wrong on the day that belonged to him. Kohli entertained not only with the bat but also with his dance moves. During India's fielding the disc jockey played the song 'Ainvayi Ainvayi' from the movie 'Band Baaja Baaraat' and Kohli had Eden Gardens on its feet with his amazing dance. It is worth noting that his wife and Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma is the one on whom this song was filmed in the movie.

Bongi Mbonambi says Curry allegations were 'unprofessional'

South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi has denied he used discriminatory language towards England flanker Tom Curry in their Rugby World Cup semi-final last month, labelling the allegations against him "unprofessional".

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"Nazar Mat Lagana": Ravindra Jadeja's Interesting Reaction To Virat Kohli's 49th ODI Ton

Eddie Jones interested in Japan job, SA's Frans Ludeke also on list of candidates - reports

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Cricket World Cup 2023: Fantasy XI Prediction, Top Captaincy And Vice-Captaincy Picks

"People Will Say, I Was At Stadium When...": Pat Cummins On Glenn Maxwell's Knock

Glenn Maxwell Shatters History Books. List Of All Records Broken With His Unbeaten 201

"Could Have Hurt India If...": Gautam Gambhir's Intriguing Take On Virat Kohli's 49th ODI Ton

Watch - "Lutt Gaya": Virat Kohli's Crazy Dance On Anushka Sharma's Film Song Has Eden Gardens On Its Feet

Bongi Mbonambi says Curry allegations were 'unprofessional'