The Netherlands stun South Africa at World Cup
South Africa succumbed to a Dutch double as the Netherlands claimed another monumental upset victory over the Proteas at a World Cup in less than 12 months.
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Cricket World cup - Win vs England Will Give Confidence In NZ Match: Afghanistan Captain
Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi on Tuesday said the upset win over defending champions England will give his side a lot of confidence in their World Cup match against New Zealand in Chennai on Wednesday. Afghanistan stunned England by 69 runs in Delhi on Sunday to record their second win in World Cup history. The Kiwis, who are unbeaten in the tournament so far, will pose a tough challenge for the Afghans, but Shahidi asserted that his side would be up to the task once again.
Pakistan Files Complaint With ICC Over "Inappropriate Conduct Targeted" At Its Team During World Cup Game vs India
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), in a post on its official X handle on Tuesday evening, said that it has filed an official complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding "inappropriate conduct targeted at the Pakistan squad during the India vs Pakistan match held on 14 October 2023." The PCB did not specify about the exact nature of the incident that it was unhappy about in the ODI Cricket World Cup match. India had defeated Pakistan in the much-hyped clash in Ahmedabad last week.
"Unprofessional...": Ex-Pakistan Captain Blasts Mickey Arthur For 'Seemed BCCI Event' Comment After World Cup Loss To India
After the India vs Pakistan Cricket World Cup match, which the Babar Azam-led side lost, one comment which has gone viral came from Pakistan Team Director Mickey Arthur. In the much-hyped India vs Pakistan clash at the Cricket World Cup 2023, The hosts dominated both with the bowling and batting against Babar Azam's side. Batting first, Pakistan were all out for 191 with the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav picking two wickets each. India, boosted by brilliant innings from Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer, reached the target easily.
Cricket World Cup: Mohammed Shami's Role Is Clear But There Is No Place For Him In India's 'Perfect Playing XI'
At times, the greatest of actors don't fit the character of a particular film and in director Rohit Sharma's 70 mm World Cup panorama, Mohammed Shami is that protagonist who is missing out on a meaty role. Unlike the 2019 World Cup campaign, the Indian team management seems to have absolute clarity on the role of each squad member, leaving a world class operator like Shami on the bench for the first three games of the ODI showpiece.
New Zealand must to adapt to pitch as Afghans claim 'home advantage'
Adapting to sub-continental pitches and success with the ball in the middle overs are key to continuing New Zealand's winning momentum at the Cricket World Cup, their captain Tom Lotham said ahead of Wednesday's clash with Afghanistan in Chennai.
"One In 8 Attempts": Virender Sehwag Trolls Michael Vaughan After England's Shock Cricket World Cup 2023 Loss
Legendary Indian cricket team batter Virender Sehwag trolled former England skipper Michael Vaughan following England's shocking loss against Afghanistan in the Cricket World Cup 2023. England were outplayed by an impressive Afghanistan side but Vaughan took to social media to make a huge prediction about their campaign. “England in the World Cup semis,” Vaughan posted. In response, Sehwag pointed out that England have reached the semi-finals just once in the last eight editions. “Not in 1996, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2015 and 2023 . Just one in 8 attempts,” Sehwag trolled Vaughan on X.
Cricket World Cup - Virat Kohli "Better Than Sachin Tendulkar?" Yes, Replies Australia Star. Gives Detailed Reason
The ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 is one big opportunity for Virat Kohli to reaffirm his status as an all-time great. The former Indian cricket team has already made an impact at the Cricket World Cup with two half-centuries in India's first two matches. More than his run tally, it's the impact of his innings that have boosted India. In the first match against Australia, with the team three-down, Virat Kohli struck a solid stand with KL Rahul and ensured India start its World Cup campaign with a win.