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"MS Dhoni Did Not Win World Cup, India...": AB De Villiers Echoes Gautam Gambhir's Sentiments

Former South Africa cricketer AB De Villiers emphasised on the need of a good team than having a phenomenal captain or talented individuals when it comes to winning the Cricket World Cup 2023 title. De Villiers went on to say that it was not MS Dhoni or Ben Stokes who won the trophy back in 2011 and 2019 respectively but the India and England cricket teams. The Proteas legend also spoke against the culture among cricket fans to glorify individual achievements and not take the team into consideration.

314 Runs In 20 Overs, 50 In 9 Balls! Nepal Re-Write T20I Record Books In Asian Games

Nepal men's cricket team made history at the ongoing Asian Games cricket tournament in Hangzhou, China as they smashed the highest-ever total in T20I cricket history, the fastest fifty and fastest century by a player in format's history on Wednesday. They accomplished this during their match against Mongolia. This match also kickstarts the men's cricket competition at the continental meet. In the match, Nepal smashed 314/3 in their 20 overs. It is the highest-ever total in T20Is, overtaking Afghanistan's 278/3 against Ireland in 2019. (Scorecard)

Bavuma admits losing Nortje a hammer blow for Cricket World Cup, but backs Coetzee to fill void

Captain Temba Bavuma says the Proteas will miss Anrich Nortje's experience and leadership at the World Cup in India but has backed Gerald Coetzee to step up.

Back injury keeps Tamim out of Bangladesh World Cup squad

DHAKA : Bangladesh will be without their most prolific one-day batter Tamim Iqbal at the World Cup after a persistent back injury dashed the opener's hopes of playing in the showpiece event in India beginning on Oct. 5.

Can R Ashwin Replace Axar Patel In India's World Cup 2023 Squad? Rohit Sharma Answers

Indian captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday did not divulge any details on the status of injured Axar Patel but said the rhythm Ravichandran Ashwin showed in the first two ODIs has assured him of back-up options for the World Cup in case of an eventuality. Patel had suffered a left quadricep injury ahead of the Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka earlier this month, and is currently recuperating at the NCA. The performance of Ashwin in the first two ODIs against Australia has also sparked the debate whether the veteran off-spinner should make it to India's 15-member squad if Patel fails to recover in time.

"There's No Ill Will...": Babar Opens Up About Rumoured Rift In Pakistan Dressing Room

Pakistan cricket team had a good start in the recently-concluded Asia Cup tournament but failed to carry the momentum and bowed out of the event in the Super 4 stage, following a disappointing loss to Sri Lanka. After their shocking exit, rumours emerged that Pakistan captain Babar Azam and team's ace pacer Shaheen Afridi were engaged in a war of words. According to a report in Bol News, Babar, after the loss to Sri Lanka, questioned the role of the senior players in the Asia Cup 2023 campaign. Shaheen interrupted him and said he should not generalise and not criticise those who did well, added the report.

Virat Kohli Recreates His Childhood Pose For An Ad Shoot, Picture Goes Viral

Virat Kohli is among the best batters in the world of cricket. His exceptional talent and consistent performance have earned him a huge fan following across the globe. Be it on or off the field, the fans stay acquainted with what the batting legend does. In that case, any video or picture of his to go viral in a quite common thing. Recently, a childhood pose of Kohli has gone viral after the batter recreated it for an advertisement shoot.

Kent bowl Lancashire out for 327 on day one of LV= Insurance County Championship at Canterbury

Kent let Lancashire off the hook on day one of their County Championship clash at Canterbury.

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"MS Dhoni Did Not Win World Cup, India...": AB De Villiers Echoes Gautam Gambhir's Sentiments

314 Runs In 20 Overs, 50 In 9 Balls! Nepal Re-Write T20I Record Books In Asian Games

Bavuma admits losing Nortje a hammer blow for Cricket World Cup, but backs Coetzee to fill void

Back injury keeps Tamim out of Bangladesh World Cup squad

Can R Ashwin Replace Axar Patel In India's World Cup 2023 Squad? Rohit Sharma Answers

"There's No Ill Will...": Babar Opens Up About Rumoured Rift In Pakistan Dressing Room

Virat Kohli Recreates His Childhood Pose For An Ad Shoot, Picture Goes Viral

Kent bowl Lancashire out for 327 on day one of LV= Insurance County Championship at Canterbury