New Zealand v Sri Lanka: Rain predicted in Bengaluru for crucial Cricket World Cup match
The threat of rain looms over New Zealand's game against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru which could have significant implications for Pakistan at the Cricket World Cup.
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New Zealand have one eye on Bengaluru weather as World Cup qualification race intensifies
With three World Cup semi-finals spots already occupied, the fight for the last remaining slot is mainly a battle between three teams: New Zealand, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.
Cummins urges Australia batters to step up against Pakistan in Bengaluru
BENGALURU, India : Australia's top order are working hard to set things right at the World Cup and a batting-friendly wicket like Bengaluru should provide the right platform to score plenty of runs when they play Pakistan, skipper Pat Cummins said on Thursday.
ODI World Cup 2023: Pakistan Arrive In Bengaluru; Team Celebrates Babar Azam's Birthday
Pakistan players chose to confine themselves to their hotel rooms upon their arrival in Bengaluru from Ahmedabad on Sunday, but the relatively low-key touchdown did not prevent them from celebrating the birthday of captain Babar Azam. The players cut a cake at the team hotel as Babar turned 29 on Sunday. "It was a small function attended by the players and support staff. There were not many activities today as it was a travel day, and the team will soon start preparations for the upcoming matches," said an official travelling with the team.
Bengaluru FC Suffer Opening Day Defeat To Kerala Blasters FC In ISL
It was a season-opener to forget for the former champions Bengaluru FC who suffered a 1-2 defeat to Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League, on Thursday. Two defensive errors from Bengaluru (Veendorp OG 52', Luna 70') is what consigned Simon Grayson's men to defeat. New signing Curtis Main, who was a second half substitute, scored a late goal (90'), but the Blues couldn't stage the comeback they needed. The Blasters kicked off proceedings with Bengaluru fielding as many as four debutants in their eleven. Slavko Damjanovic, Jessel Carneiro, Keziah Veendorp and Ryan Williams got their first competitive minutes in a BFC shirt. Gurpreet Singh Sandhu led Bengaluru out in the absence of Sunil Chhetri, who is away on national duty to the Asian Games.
Watch: Virat Kohli Craze Hits Bengaluru, Even Police Can't Keep Calm
Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket team's star batter, is getting ready for the tough cricket schedule ahead in the best possible way. Starting September 2, India will embark on a mission to first win the Asia Cup and then attempt to overcome other top teams in a quest for the ODI World Cup at home. The Indian cricket team members are currently stationed in Karnataka for a camp ahead of the Asia Cup. The players are going through several fitness and blood tests to get the house in order in the best way possible.
Gulbarga Mystics vs Bengaluru Blasters, Maharaja Trophy T20: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming
Gulbarga Mystics will be taking on Bengaluru Blasters in the opening match of Maharaja Trophy T20 2023 on Sunday, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The defending champions Gulbarga are led by Vijaykumar Vyshak while the first runners-up of 2022, Bengaluru Blasters are being led by Mayank Agarwal. The finalists of 2022 season are up against each other once again and it will be interesting match as both the teams aim to open their campaign on a winning note.
India Captain Sunil Chhetri Signs Bengaluru FC Extension
Exactly two months before celebrating his 39th birthday, Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri on Monday signed a new one-year deal with Bengaluru FC with an option of an additional year. The world's third highest goal-scorer among active players, Chhetri unveiled a banner at the Kanteerava Stadium here after India's win over Lebanon in the SAFF Championship semifinal on Saturday, stating his decision to stay at the club with which he has won seven trophies.