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Internet Approves India's Cricket World Cup Jersey, That Comes With A Twist. Watch

The Cricket World Cup is round the corner as all eyes are on the Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team. The last time India hosted the Cricket World Cup in 2011, MS Dhoni's Indian cricket team brought cheers to billions with an historic triumph. It was India's second ODI Cricket World Cup win after Kapil Dev-led side's win in 1983. All Indian cricket team fans would expect Rohit Sharma's team to bring home a third ODI Cricket World Cup Trophy home. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, would be under focus when the Cricket World Cup starts on October 5.

"After We Win World Cup..." Rohit Sharma's Hilarious Reply To Fans Bursting Crackers On India's Win

Team India bagged their eighth Asia Cup title with a remarkable victory over Sri Lanka in the final match on Sunday. Asked to bowl first, the Rohit Sharma-led side bundled out Sri Lanka for just 50 runs, with pacer Mohammed Siraj stealing the show with his impressive six-wicket haul. Later, Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan chased down the target in just 6.1 overs and took Team India across the line with ten wickets in hand. After the final match, skipper Rohit attended a press conference, where his one comment left all the media persons in splits.

Watch: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Headline Team India's World Cup Campaign "3 Ka Dream"

With just days to go before the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 begins, India's jersey sponsor, Adidas launched a new campaign for Rohit Sharma & Co, named '3 Ka Dream'. As per Adidas, the campaign is an ode to Team India's never-give-up attitude and unites India in its shared dream of witnessing the 3rd ODI World Cup victory. The film features some of the biggest stars of Indian cricket, including skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, and Kuldeep Yadav. In the background, plays an original track sung by famous Indian rapper Raftaar who has tried to capture the emotions through powerful lyrics composed by Creativeland Asia.

Watch: Virat Kohli's Wild Celebration After India's Asia Cup Win Goes Viral

Cricket fans around the world witnessed Team India's memorable victory over Sri Lanka in the final match of Asia Cup 2023 on Sunday. The Rohit Sharma-led side displayed a dominating performance with Mohammed Siraj's six-wicket haul, playing a crucial role in bundling out Sri Lanka for just 50 runs. Later, Team India finished off the proceedings in just 6.1 overs with Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill taking the team across the line. It was India's eighth Asia Cup title and the first one after the 2018 win.

India vs Australia: Ex-India Star's 'Disappointed' Post Over Sanju Samson's Team India Snub Is Viral

Former Indian cricket team all-rounder Irfan Pathan was left disappointed after Sanju Samson did not feature in India's squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. Samson was a back-up member of the squad for Asia Cup 2023 but he came back before the final and he was not included in the squad for the Cricket World Cup 2023. Pathan took to social media to post about the development and said that he would have been disappointed if he was in Samson's position. "If I'm in place of Sanju Samson right now I will be very disappointed...," Irfan posted on X (formerly called Twitter).

India's Tormentor At Asia Cup, Dunith Wellalage, Now Has A Special Insta DP. Virat Kohli Fans Take Note

Sri Lanka's young left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage took the Asia Cup by storm when he secured his maiden 5-wicket haul, single-handedly dismantling a formidable Indian batting lineup and bagging the wicket of top batters like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya. With his exceptional spin magic, Wellalage became the youngest bowler to bag a five-wicket haul in the ODI format at the age of 20 years 246 days.

Why Kuldeep Yadav Is Not In India Team For 2 ODIs vs Australia? Rohit Sharma Answers

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma disclosed the reason for dropping India's Chinaman bowler, Kuldeep Yadav in the first two matches of their upcoming ODI series against Australia. Kuldeep's prowess with spin was on display throughout the Asia Cup is now going to miss the first two games of India's three-match ODI series due to the risk of not exposing him a lot before the ODI World Cup.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Returns Home In Mercedes, Obliges Police Officers For Selfies Even After Tiring Journey

The Indian cricket team management on Monday announced the squad for the three-ODI series against Australia. The contest is being seen as a dress rehearsal ahead of the World Cup. Senior players including skipper Rohit Sharma, senior batter Virat Kohli, all-rounder Hardik Pandya and in-form spinner Kuldeep Yadav were rested from the first two games, giving them a chance to get mentally fresh for the mega event. KL Rahul will lead the side in the first two games against Australia before Rohit returns to lead a full-strength squad in the third and final ODI ahead of the World Cup beginning October 5.

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Internet Approves India's Cricket World Cup Jersey, That Comes With A Twist. Watch

"After We Win World Cup..." Rohit Sharma's Hilarious Reply To Fans Bursting Crackers On India's Win

Watch: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Headline Team India's World Cup Campaign "3 Ka Dream"

Watch: Virat Kohli's Wild Celebration After India's Asia Cup Win Goes Viral

India vs Australia: Ex-India Star's 'Disappointed' Post Over Sanju Samson's Team India Snub Is Viral

India's Tormentor At Asia Cup, Dunith Wellalage, Now Has A Special Insta DP. Virat Kohli Fans Take Note

Why Kuldeep Yadav Is Not In India Team For 2 ODIs vs Australia? Rohit Sharma Answers

Watch: Rohit Sharma Returns Home In Mercedes, Obliges Police Officers For Selfies Even After Tiring Journey