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"Played 7 Good Matches Because...": Rahul Dravid On India's World Cup Success

Head coach Rahul Dravid emphasised on Indian team focusing on the next game rather than thinking about who they are going to face in the final or semi-final of the ongoing World Cup ahead of their clash against South Africa. The Indian team qualified for the semi-final after winning their seventh consecutive victory in the tournament. South Africa became the second team to take one of the three spots available. Ahead of the game, Dravid pointed out that the reason for Indian team playing a good brand of cricket comes down to them focusing on their own game rather than looking at who they are up against.

Cricket World Cup 2023: Virender Sehwag Namedrops Sachin Tendulkar And Rahul Dravid In Hilarious Praise For Rachin Ravindra

Legendary Indian cricket team batter Virender Sehwag took a subtle dig at Pakistan after they ended up conceding 401 against New Zealand in their Cricket World Cup 2023 encounter on Saturday. Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf and Hasan Ali all conceded more than 80 runs in their respective 10 overs as Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson played impressive knocks. Sehwag took to social media to laud Ravindra and even made a reference to the fact that the New Zealand cricketer was named after the legendary India duo of Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid.

'You Know You're G.O.A.T.': Broadcaster Tells Virat Kohli. Star's Response Is Viral

Virat Kohli admitted that he does not see himself as the 'G.O.A.T' (greatest of all time) in the game, despite boasting incredible numbers in international cricket. Kohli on Sunday equalled legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar's record of 49 centuries in ODIs. Kohli achieved the feat during India's Cricket World Cup match against South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Kohli, who celebrated his 35th birthday on Sunday, November 5, has insisted that he is not the "greatest" in the game.

Virat Kohli Equals Sachin Tendulkar's World Record Of 49 ODI Centuries, Eyes More Glory At Cricket World Cup

Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar - two names that have made generations of Indian cricket team fans dream big. The greats have often been compared by their legion of fans and experts - a testament to their collective aura. But then, statistics can't be the judge of the greatness of Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. Their impact on Indian sports goes much beyond that. For years, they have surpassed the expectations of a billion-plus population in their special ways. However, there comes some milestones which are impossible to ignore. Like the one that was reached by Virat Kohli at the iconic Eden Gardens in a Cricket World Cup 2023 match against South Africa on Sunday. (India vs South Africa Live Updates)

Cricket World Cup: ICC Takes Advice From Renowned Pulmonologist Ahead Of Game In Delhi

With the notorious air pollution putting Monday's Sri Lanka-Bangladesh World Cup match in jeopardy, the ICC has sought advice from renowned pulmonologist Randeep Guleria to ensure that the game takes place as scheduled. Bangladesh's match against the Islanders has a veil of uncertainty around it as a thick layer of toxic haze has enveloped the city since the last four days. The AQI (Air Quality Index) is likely to remain in the severe category till at least Tuesday.

Cricket World Cup - Watch: Young Fan Touches Virat Kohli's Feet. India Star Then Does This

Star India batter Virat Kohli turned 35 on Sunday, November 5 and his legion of fans will hope he can mark the occasion by equalling Sachin Tendulkar's record of 49 One-Day International centuries. Kohli and India are squaring off against South Africa in their Cricket World Cup match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, hoping to end the group stage at the top of the points table. Kohli has scored 48 ODI tons so far, but has already missed out on two centuries in the ongoing Cricket World Cup.

Michael Vaughan, Wasim Jaffer's Hilarious Social Media Banter Over "7.75 Average" At Wankhede Stadium

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer and ex-England captain Michael Vaughan are among the personalities who are highly active on social media. Since both of them are humorous, the former players are enjoying a really good post-retirement time on social media. The two cross paths with each other quite often on the platform and their hilarious banters are the ones to watch. On Friday, Vaughan tried to troll Jaffer by highlighting the India batter's poor average at Wankhede Stadium but in return, the Mumbaikar took a dig at him with a solid response.

Anushka Sharma's Wish On Virat Kohli's World Record-Equalling Ton Is All Love And Heart

Virat Kohli played a special knock at the Cricket World Cup on Sunday to achieve an extra special feat. With a century against South Africa at the Eden Gardens, Virat Kohli slammed his 49th ton in the ODI format - a feat that only one man - by the name of Sachin Tendulkar - had achieved before. On a pitch that looked slow, Virat Kohli became the first Indian to hit a World Cup ton on his birthday. Indeed, Virat Kohli will remember his 35th birthday for many years for it was the day when the matched the batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar. Virat Kohli reached the triple-figure mark in 119 balls. (India vs South Africa World Cup live updates)

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"Played 7 Good Matches Because...": Rahul Dravid On India's World Cup Success

Cricket World Cup 2023: Virender Sehwag Namedrops Sachin Tendulkar And Rahul Dravid In Hilarious Praise For Rachin Ravindra

'You Know You're G.O.A.T.': Broadcaster Tells Virat Kohli. Star's Response Is Viral

Virat Kohli Equals Sachin Tendulkar's World Record Of 49 ODI Centuries, Eyes More Glory At Cricket World Cup

Cricket World Cup: ICC Takes Advice From Renowned Pulmonologist Ahead Of Game In Delhi

Cricket World Cup - Watch: Young Fan Touches Virat Kohli's Feet. India Star Then Does This

Michael Vaughan, Wasim Jaffer's Hilarious Social Media Banter Over "7.75 Average" At Wankhede Stadium

Anushka Sharma's Wish On Virat Kohli's World Record-Equalling Ton Is All Love And Heart