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Pakistan opt to bowl in crucial World Cup clash with New Zealand
BENGALURU : Pakistan skipper Babar Azam won the toss and elected to bowl in their high-stakes World Cup match with New Zealand, who welcomed back fit-again captain Kane Williamson on Saturday.
"If The Team Wins...": Pakistan Star Hits Back At 'Biryani' Criticism During Cricket World Cup 2023
It has not been an impressive campaign for the Pakistan cricket team at the Cricket World Cup 2023 till now. They have won three out of their seven matches and the Babar Azam-led side face a tough uphill battle for semi-final qualification. While the players and the Pakistan Cricket Board have come under a lot of pressure for the display, one of the major points made by fans and experts revolve around the food dish 'biryani'. Since coming to India, Pakistan cricketers have indulged in biryani from various cities and that has made its way into criticism from different corners following some dismal on-field performances.
New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Score, Cricket World Cup 2023: New Zealand Eye Turnaround Against Pakistan
New Zealand vs Pakistan Live Updates, Cricket World Cup 2023: An injury-tormented New Zealand, further weakened by the exit of Matt Henry, seek resurgence while Pakistan need a continuation of their recent resurrection, and that subtext of desperation could turn their crucial World Cup match into a classic at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Saturday. The fortunes of New Zealand and Pakistan went through sharp curves after a bright beginning, leaving them in a tight spot in the race to the semifinals of the quadrennial big bash.
Cricket World Cup 2023: On Tight Security In India, Pakistan Team Director's 'Back In Covid Times' Take
Pakistan team director Mickey Arthur on Friday described the tight security facing his team at the World Cup in India as "stifling", leaving players feeling as if they are "back in Covid times". Arthur's comments came a day ahead of the team's crucial match against New Zealand which Pakistan must win to keep their hopes alive of reaching the semi-finals. Several Pakistan players have already suffered fever and flu at various stages of the tournament which fast bowler Hasan Ali attributed to "room sickness." Players are not allowed to venture out of their hotel without heavy security, forcing them to spend most of their time in hotel rooms.
Cricket World Cup - "I Am Scared Of...": Wasim Akram Names New Threat For Under-Fire Pakistan
Pakistan's horrendous ODI World Cup 2023 campaign came slightly back on track as they defeated Bangladesh on Tuesday. After facing four consecutive defeats, the Babar Azam-led side took a sigh of relief and thrashed Bangladesh by seven wickets in Kolkata. Pakistan chased down the below-par target of 205 runs in just 32.3 overs. After this loss, Bangladesh became the first team to get officially knocked out of the race to semi-finals. Pakistan, on the other hand, still have a chance to finish in the top four of the points table.
"It's A Disgrace": England Great Fumes At 'Lack Of Respect' For Babar Azam
England cricket team legend Michael Vaughan criticised the 'lack of respect' for Babar Azam following Pakistan's victory over Bangladesh in Cricket World Cup 2023 on Tuesday. Amid speculations that Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Zaka Ashraf was not answering Babar's calls during the team's disappointing run, a Pakistan news channel shared a screenshot of a WhatsApp chat from the skipper. The contents of the screenshot showed Babar claiming that he never tried to talk to Ashraf. Vaughan was not happy with alleged leaks and said that any actions like these should reserved for after the World Cup.
Cricket World Cup 2023 - India vs Pakistan Semis On? Michael Vaughan Asks. Shoaib Akhtar Throws In Spoiler
The Pakistan cricket team suddenly has got a fresh lease of life in the Cricket World Cup campaign. After four straight losses in the Cricket World Cup, the Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team returned to winning ways against Bangladesh on Tuesday to rise up to the fifth spot in the points table. Then to increase their chances of a semi-final entry further, there was a favourable result. New Zealand lost to South Africa to be come down to the fourth spot. New Zealand are fourth (8 points, 7 matches, NRR +0.484) while Australia are third (8 points, 6 matches, NRR +0.970).