2022 - players.bio

Asia Cup 2022 - Challenge To Face World Beaters India: Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka

Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka on Monday said India's IPL experience and winning mindset makes them a challenging team to face as his side targets a place in the Asia Cup final. The island nation won their opening Super Four match and know another victory against Rohit Sharma's India in Dubai on Tuesday will edge them closer to a shot at the title. Sri Lanka saw off Afghanistan on Saturday while India lost to arch-rivals Pakistan to start the Super Four round. They desperately need a win to stay in the race for the final on Sunday.

Arshdeep Singh's Parents Say Fans Want Team India To Win, Taking Comments In "Positive Way"

Following India's five-wicket loss to Pakistan at the ongoing Asia Cup 2022, parents of pacer Arshdeep Singh offered words of support and encouragement to their son and the entire India team. They added that the family is taking all the comments on internet in a "positive way" The 23-year-old Indian pacer dropped an important catch in the 18th over of Pakistan's innings against India in the Super 4 clash while the former were chasing a target of 182. Singh dropped Asif Ali. Arshdeep Singh was given the final over to defend seven runs, but was unsuccessful.

Should India Look At Options Beyond Rishabh Pant In T20Is? Here's What Numbers Suggest

The T20 format in cricket is a ruthless one. It is a format which tests a player's consistency like no other because the time to adjust and deliver is so less. The clock is always ticking for batters and it ticks faster for those who bat in the middle order. These batters often find themselves in situations where they have to make a quick decision about when to drop anchor and when to go on an all out attack. Those who are able to time this well, turn out to be match winners for their respective teams, and those who can't often leave a lot to be desired.

"Haath Toh Choro": Rohit Sharma's Hilarious Encounter With Fan After India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Match. Watch

Rohit Sharma played a quick-fire 16-ball 28 on Sunday against Pakistan in a Super 4 clash at the Asia Cup. The Indian cricket team captain then rotated his bowlers well and took the match till the last over. However, India ultimately failed to defend a 181-run total against Pakistan. After the match, Rohit Sharma could be seen meeting fans and spectators outside the Dubai International Stadium. One of the fans, kept holding on to Rohit's hand, leading to the India captain saying: "Arey Haath Toh Choro"

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup: Ex-India Batter Changes Profile Pic On Twitter In Support Of Arshdeep Singh

Young pacer Arshdeep Singh dropped a relatively easy catch off the bowling of Ravi Bishnoi in the Asia Cup Super 4 match against Pakistan on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium and hence, the player is being subjected to vicious trolling on social media. However, there are many fans and cricket pundits who have come out in support of the 23-year-old.

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup: 'Game-changer' Mohammad Nawaz Savours All-Rounder Role

Mohammad Nawaz wants to be a "proper all-rounder" after his batting blitz set up a thrilling win for Pakistan against arch-rivals India in the Asia Cup Super Four. Chasing 182 for victory, Pakistan achieved the target with one ball and five wickets to spare in Dubai after Mohammad Rizwan hit 71 and Nawaz made 42. Nawaz, a left-arm spinner who usually bats at eight but was promoted to number four, joined Rizwan when the score was 63-2 and the two put on a key stand.

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup - "Made A Conscious Effort To...": Virat Kohli On 60-Run Knock

Virat Kohli says he made a "conscious effort" to score at a quick pace in the Super 4 match against Pakistan, but intermittent wickets forced him to change his plans as the need of the hour was to bat deep. Kohli, who made 60 off 44 balls, was going all guns blazing early in his innings before slowing down, fearing losing out on partners in the death overs. "Today I was making a conscious effort to strike at a higher pace," Kohli said at the post-match press conference after India lost by five wickets to Pakistan on Sunday.

Asia Cup Preview: India Seek Bowling Balance In Must-win Game vs Sri Lanka

India would need to get the best out of their thin bowling resources and avoid too much experimentation when they clash with Sri Lanka in their must win Super 4 game in the Asia Cup on Tuesday. In the absence of injured Ravindra Jadeja, Harshal Patel and Jasprit Bumrah, India do not have a lot of options to play with in the bowling department. India went in with five bowling options against Pakistan on Sunday and it did not work out in their favour as Bhuvneshwar Kumar had a rare off day.

Contacts

2022 Sport News

Asia Cup 2022 - Challenge To Face World Beaters India: Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka

Arshdeep Singh's Parents Say Fans Want Team India To Win, Taking Comments In "Positive Way"

Should India Look At Options Beyond Rishabh Pant In T20Is? Here's What Numbers Suggest

"Haath Toh Choro": Rohit Sharma's Hilarious Encounter With Fan After India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Match. Watch

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup: Ex-India Batter Changes Profile Pic On Twitter In Support Of Arshdeep Singh

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup: 'Game-changer' Mohammad Nawaz Savours All-Rounder Role

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup - "Made A Conscious Effort To...": Virat Kohli On 60-Run Knock

Asia Cup Preview: India Seek Bowling Balance In Must-win Game vs Sri Lanka