Shadab Khan insists Pakistan can pull off 'miracle' and reach World Cup semi-finals
All-rounder Shadab Khan says misfiring Pakistan can still qualify for the World Cup semi-finals, insisting that "miracles happen" in cricket.
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Underperforming Pakistan eyeing win streak at World Cup, says Shadab
Pakistan have underperformed at the World Cup having lost three matches in a row but they are eyeing a winning streak starting with their group match against South Africa, all-rounder Shadab Khan said on Thursday.
England win toss and choose to bat against Sri Lanka
BENGALURU : England captain Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to bat first against Sri Lanka in their World Cup match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday, as the defending champions made three changes in a bid to arrest a worrying slide.
England vs Sri Lanka Live Score, World Cup 2023: Jonny Bairstow Steady But England Go 2 Down vs Sri Lanka
England vs Sri Lanka, ODI World Cup 2023, Live Updates: England have lost their second wicket against Sri Lanka. Currently, Jonny Bairstow and Ben Stokes are standing unbeaten at the crease for one-down England. On the other hand, Sri Lanka bowlers are aiming for some quick breakthroughs, in order to get an upper hand in the game. Earlier, England skipper Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to bat against Sri Lanka in their ODI World Cup 2023 match on Thursday in Bengaluru. The defending champions have two points from four matches, similar to their opponents, and are ninth on the table. (Live Scorecard | Points Table)
How Under-Fire Pakistan Can Qualify For Cricket World Cup 2023 Semi-Finals: Explained
Pakistan find themselves in a spot of bother at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 as the tournament heads into the second half. The 1992 champions have struggled for consistency despite getting a good start and as it stands, their future in the tournament remains uncertain. Pakistan won their opening match against the Netherlands in Hyderabad, before completing a World Cup-record run chase against Sri Lanka at the same venue. However, the tables started turning once they headed to Ahmedabad to face hosts India.
No Mohammed Shami? This Star Likely To Play World Cup Game vs England In Hardik Pandya's Absence, Claims Report
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is likely to miss India's next two World Cup matches as he is yet to recover from his ankle injury that left him unavailable last week. India play against defending champions England on October 29 in Lucknow and take on Sri Lanka in Mumbai on November 2, and Pandya is almost sure to miss both the games. He could also miss a potential third match against South Africa in Kolkata on November 5. (World Cup 2023 points table)
Sri Lanka's Predicted XI vs England Cricket World Cup 2023: Will Sri Lanka Make Any Changes?
The tournament so far has not been very memorable for former champions Sri Lanka, but they are preparing for another test of their will against England at the M. Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru for match no. 25 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Thursday, October 26. After beginning the tournament with three defeats on the trot, including a forgettable bowling performance against Pakistan where they failed to defend a 346-run target, Sri Lanka opened their account in the ongoing edition in their last game against the Netherlands.
England's Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka, Cricket World Cup 2023: Will Jonny Bairstow Retain His Place?
The M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru is all set for a terrific contest, as England take on Sri Lanka in match no. 25 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Thursday, October 26. Sri Lanka and England have suffered a similar fate in the tournament until this point. Both teams have picked up only one victory so far and put themselves far away from contention for a place in the knockout stages. However, with plenty of other results working out favourably, they still are within touching distance of that fourth spot.