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"Harbhajan Won The Match, Dhoni And I...": Gambhir Makes Another Head-Turning Statement

Over the years, Gautam Gambhir has given some interesting statements about Team India's World Cup wins under the leadership of MS Dhoni. Especially when it comes to the 2011 ODI World Cup triumph, Gambhir has maintained that it's the team that won India the title and not certain individuals. The cricketer-turned-politician has also objected to hero-worshiping in Indian cricket. But, during the Asia Cup 2023 match between India and Pakistan, Gambhir made an interesting remark on another match between the two sides in 2010.

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2023: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto Shine In Bangladesh's Big Win

Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by 89 runs to remain in contention for Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup on Sunday. Bangladesh posted 334 for 5 in their allotted 50 overs after opting to bat with Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mehidy Hasan Miraz hitting centuries and then bowled Afghanistan out for 245 in 44.3 overs for a big win. Taskin Ahmed (4/44) and Shoriful Islam (3/36) were the main wicket takers for Bangladesh, who had lost their first match to Sri Lanka by five wickets.

Asia Cup 2023: Eyeing Super Four Berth After Washout With Pakistan, India Face Nepal

Coming off a washout, India would hope they only have greenhorns Nepal to tackle and not rain as the heavyweights eye a berth in the Super Four of the Asia Cup in Pallekele, Sri Lanka on Monday. From Group A, Pakistan have already qualified to the Super Four with 3 points, and India have one point from the washed-out game against their arch-rivals on Saturday. Even in the event of another rain-marred match on the morrow, India can advance to the Super Four with two points, but Rohit Sharma's men will certainly not want it that way.

Asia Cup Games Could Be Shifted Out Of Colombo Due To Heavy Rain: Report

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is mulling a change in the venue for the Super Four matches of the Asia Cup in the wake of the heavy rains that have been lashing in Colombo. Five Super Four matches and the final have been scheduled in Colombo from September 9 onwards, but there are hardly any signs of the weather relenting. In that context, the ACC is currently engaged in a discussion with the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and tournament host Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about the possible change of venue.

"Chai Pakode...": Virender Sehwag's Ultimate Dig At Asia Cup Scheduling Is Gold

Former India opening batter Virender Sehwag has taken a dig at the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) over the scheduling of the ongoing Asia Cup. Sehwag's comments came after the blockbuster game between India and Pakistan was washed out due to rain in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Notably, the ongoing Asia Cup is being held under the hybrid model after India refused to travel to Pakistan for the tournament. The India vs Pakistan ended in a no-contest after rain washed out the entire second innings.

Former Umpire Piloo Reporter Passes Away At Age Of 84

Former Indian umpire Piloo Reporter, who was among the first neutral umpires to officiate in Test cricket, died in Mumbai on Sunday. He was 84. Reporter officiated in 14 Tests and 22 one-day internationals in a career lasting 28 years, including in the 1992 World Cup organised in Australia and New Zealand. Reporter also officiated in 13 first-class matches in which he was a match referee in two. His first match as an umpire was the Delhi Test between India and England in December 1984 while his last appearance was in the Mumbai Test between these two teams in February 1993.

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Updates, Asia Cup 2023: Bangladesh Win Toss, Opt To Bat Against Afghanistan

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2023 Live Updates:Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan won the toss and opted to bat against Afghanistan in their must-win Group B Asia Cup 2023 match on Sunday at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. It was a below-par batting performance that let Bangladesh down in their tournament opener against Sri Lanka in Pallekele as they could only manage 164 after opting to bat. Barring Najmul Hossain Shanto, who was the lone warrior with a 122-ball 89, no other Bangladesh batter could come up with substantial runs and support him. On the other hand, Afghanistan will look to open their campaign with a win. (Live Scorecard)

Watch - "Aaj Khush Toh Bhot Hoge...": Indian Cricket Team Coach Rahul Dravid's 'Deewar' Avatar Goes Viral

Team India is squaring off against arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening match of Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Both the teams face each other only during the Asia Cup and World Cup due to the political tension between the two nations. Amid this high-voltage clash, the fans got to witness the quirky and funny side of India head coach Rahul Dravid, who acted in a dry fruit commercial, imitating famous Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan.

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"Harbhajan Won The Match, Dhoni And I...": Gambhir Makes Another Head-Turning Statement

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2023: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto Shine In Bangladesh's Big Win

Asia Cup 2023: Eyeing Super Four Berth After Washout With Pakistan, India Face Nepal

Asia Cup Games Could Be Shifted Out Of Colombo Due To Heavy Rain: Report

"Chai Pakode...": Virender Sehwag's Ultimate Dig At Asia Cup Scheduling Is Gold

Former Umpire Piloo Reporter Passes Away At Age Of 84

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Live Updates, Asia Cup 2023: Bangladesh Win Toss, Opt To Bat Against Afghanistan

Watch - "Aaj Khush Toh Bhot Hoge...": Indian Cricket Team Coach Rahul Dravid's 'Deewar' Avatar Goes Viral