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Virat Kohli No Longer Best 'Impact Fielder' In World Cup. ICC Replaces Him With...

New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell Santner surpassed India's stalwart batter Virat Kohli to become the player to have the biggest impact in the field at the ongoing World Cup as per the ICC rankings. The New Zealand all-rounder only has four catches in six matches at the ongoing World Cup, his impact on the field isn't restricted to his ability to take catches. The experienced Kiwi spinner has made his presence felt in different fielding categories as well. His one-handed catch in Afghanistan clash is mere reflection of the efforts that he puts in the field for the Blackcaps.

Masks, Cake And Fireworks: How Virat Kohli's Birthday Will Be Celebrated At Eden Gardens

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has planned a special celebration for Virat Kohli's birthday during the Cricket World Cup 2023 match between India and South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on November 5, according to a report by Revsportz. CAB President Snehasish Ganguly said that they have plans for the occasion and considering India have somewhat booked their spot in the Cricket World Cup semifinals, the CAB is confident about a positive result for the Rohit Sharma-led side.

Cricket World Cup 2023: Shreyas Iyer Works On 'Weakness'; Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Skip Optional Practice

With his vulnerability against the short ball coming to the fore once again, India number four Shreyas Iyer trained with the aim of overcoming his longstanding struggles ahead of the Cricket World Cup 2023 game against Sri Lanka in Mumbai on Thursday. None of the top-order guns — captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill — were in attendance for the optional session. Iyer versus the short ball was the focal point. The team's famed bowling attack, which delivered a fabulous 100-run victory over England last Sunday, also opted for rest.

"Yeh Kya Ho Gaya": Rohit Sharma's Instagram Story On Mumbai's Pollution Goes Viral Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Clash

Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma took to social media to share his concerns regarding the alarming air pollution in Mumbai. Indian cricketers reached Mumbai for their Cricket World Cup 2023 match against Sri Lanka and Rohit took a picture from the flight showing the deteriorating air quality in the city. "Mumbai yeh kya ho gaya (What has happened)," Rohit posted with a picture on his Instagram story. Social media users were quick to react as they also shared their concerns about air pollution.

"Had Not Thought That I Would Score So Many Hundreds And So Many Runs": Virat Kohli

On the verge of equalling Sachin Tendulkar's record number of ODI centuries, star India batter Virat Kohli on Tuesday said he had never thought of accumulating so many runs and hundreds when he began his career. Kohli has been in terrific form with the bat in the ongoing ODI World Cup with one century and three half centuries in six matches. He scored 103 not out against Bangladesh in Pune on October 19 for his 48th ODI hundred, one short of Tendulkar's world record.

Why India Still Have Not Qualified For Semi-Finals Of Cricket World Cup 2023

The Indian men's cricket team made it six wins in six matches at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 after beating England by 100 runs on Sunday at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. India batted first for the first time in the tournament, scoring a modest 229/9 in their fifty overs as captain Rohit Sharma top-scored with 87 runs off 101 balls on a tricky pitch while Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed one run short of his maiden World Cup fifty.

"You're Messing With My Sleep": Indian Origin NBA Team Owner Wants To See Virat Kohli

The Indian cricket team's all-win performance at the ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 has led to fans dreaming of a title from the Rohit Sharma-led side. India cricket team last win the ODI World Cup in 2011 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. Two members from that world champion team are in the current squad too - Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin. Virat Kohli, a former Indian cricket team captain himself, is in great form. He has already scored a ton and three half-centuries to be one of the top-scorers in the Cricket World Cup 2023.

Watch: Virat Kohli's Passionate Celebration After Ben Stokes' Dismissal In World Cup Clash

Mohammed Shami led an inspired bowling display as India hammered England by 100 runs on Sunday to stay unbeaten in the Cricket World Cup 2023 and all but push the defending champions out of the semi-final race. Chasing a tricky 230 for victory in Lucknow, England collapsed to 129 all out in 34.5 overs to suffer their fifth defeat in six matches and leave their title defence at the mercy of a mathematical miracle. The hosts have six wins in as many games and are virtually assured of a semi-final place. Skipper Rohit Sharma led the charge with 87 as India posted 229-9, a total that looked below par but proved enough for a struggling England side on a sluggish pitch.

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Virat Kohli No Longer Best 'Impact Fielder' In World Cup. ICC Replaces Him With...

Masks, Cake And Fireworks: How Virat Kohli's Birthday Will Be Celebrated At Eden Gardens

Cricket World Cup 2023: Shreyas Iyer Works On 'Weakness'; Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Skip Optional Practice

"Yeh Kya Ho Gaya": Rohit Sharma's Instagram Story On Mumbai's Pollution Goes Viral Ahead Of Cricket World Cup 2023 Clash

"Had Not Thought That I Would Score So Many Hundreds And So Many Runs": Virat Kohli

Why India Still Have Not Qualified For Semi-Finals Of Cricket World Cup 2023

"You're Messing With My Sleep": Indian Origin NBA Team Owner Wants To See Virat Kohli

Watch: Virat Kohli's Passionate Celebration After Ben Stokes' Dismissal In World Cup Clash