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T20 World Cup Highlights: Namibia Avoid Oman Upset, Secure 11-Run Win Via Super Over

NAM vs OMA Highlgihts, T20 World Cup: T20 World Cup giant-killers Namibia put in a solid display of bowling as they squared-off against minnows Oman in the Group B encounter at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. However, chasing the target, the Namibia batting unit hit self-destruct, managing to only level the scores. The scenario prompted the first Super Over contest of the tournament being brought up on this edition, where Namibia prevailed. Namibia put 21 runs on the board in the Super Over after coming out to bat first while Oman could only score 10 in reply. (Scorecard)

T20 World Cup2024: Trumpelmann, Wiese Shine As Namibia Clinch Super Over Win Against Oman

Namibia's Ruben Trumpelmann became the first player to take wickets in the first two deliveries of a T20 international as his team beat Oman via the Super Over in a thrilling T20 World Cup match here. David Wiese and skipper Gerhard Erasmus smashed 21 runs for Namibia in the one-over eliminator with Oman managing 10 from the allotted six deliveries bowled brilliantly by the seasoned Wiese. Asked to bat first, Oman were earlier bowled out for 109 in 19.4 overs at the Kensington Oval. In reply, Namibia were also stopped at the same team score with Jan Frylinck making 45 in 48 balls and Mehran Khan taking 3/7 to force a Super Over.

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Make India Handicapped": Rahul Dravid Sent Blunt Message

As India edge closer to the start of their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, former cricketers and experts are contemplating what playing XI should the team opt for. With no 'Impact Player' rule like the Indian Premier League, the management has to be extra careful with regards to the team balance. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, hence, feels there should be more bowling options in the playing XI as the trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav doesn't bowl, making the team handicapped.

Team India's 'Decision' Sees Virat Kohli Miss Another Training Session: Report

Virat Kohli joined the Indian team a day before the warm-up clash against Bangladesh and skipped all three practice sessions. He wasn't picked for the warm-up game as well, with skipper Rohit Sharma revealing that Kohli's late arrival made him unavailable for the contest. Now, a report has claimed that Virat, as well as the other members of the Indian team, missed a practice session on Sunday after being given rest following their match against Bangladesh. However, the report has also claimed that Kohli will be part of India's training session on Monday.

Gautam Gambhir Opens Up On Coaching Indian Team, Says "it Would Be An "Honour"

Amid speculations about India's new head coach, former cricketer Gautam Gambhir stated that it would be an "honour" for him to coach the Indian cricket team. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is evaluating the next head coach as the stint of Rahul Dravid is about to reach its conclusion following the end of the T20 World Cup 2024 in June. The 2011 World Cup winner, interacted with students during an event at Medeor Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

How Suryakumar Yadav Lost 15 Kg Post Surgery To Get In Shape Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Suryakumar Yadav is looking leaner and fitter than ever since his comeback to competitive cricket and much of it could be attributed to a regimented diet plan along with rigorous strength training to cut at least 12-14 kg he had gained after sports hernia surgery. World's No. 1 T20 batter Suryakumar was out of competitive cricket for close to four months after undergoing an ankle operation in December last year, followed by a sports hernia surgery. For an elite sportsperson, coming back to peak fitness is always a challenge and a strict diet plan is foundation to that.

Truth Behind Rohit Sharma's 'Photoshopped' Image Out As Picture Goes Viral

India wrapped up their T20 World Cup preparations with a heavy 60-run mauling of Bangladesh at the Nassau County International Stadium in New York. Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya starrred with the bat in the absence of Virat Kohli, who missed the game after arriving in New York few hours before the match. Pant, who was making his first appearance in India colours in well over 18 months, top-scored with a 32-ball 53. Hardik, on the other hand, played down the talks surrounding his form, smashing an unbeaten 40 off just 23 balls.

"Don't Even Want To Watch The World Cup": Riyan Parag's Astonishing Remark

The T20 World Cup 2024 has begun, with the USA vs Canada contest being the first match in the month-long event. The Indian cricket team, however, will have to wait for a few more days to begin their journey in the tournament, with Rohit Sharma's men scheduled to take on Ireland in their opening fixture on June 05. While Indian fans have their fingers crossed for the side, Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Riyan Parag suggested that he doesn't even want to watch the T20 World Cup this time.

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T20 World Cup Highlights: Namibia Avoid Oman Upset, Secure 11-Run Win Via Super Over

T20 World Cup2024: Trumpelmann, Wiese Shine As Namibia Clinch Super Over Win Against Oman

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Make India Handicapped": Rahul Dravid Sent Blunt Message

Team India's 'Decision' Sees Virat Kohli Miss Another Training Session: Report

Gautam Gambhir Opens Up On Coaching Indian Team, Says "it Would Be An "Honour"

How Suryakumar Yadav Lost 15 Kg Post Surgery To Get In Shape Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Truth Behind Rohit Sharma's 'Photoshopped' Image Out As Picture Goes Viral

"Don't Even Want To Watch The World Cup": Riyan Parag's Astonishing Remark