Nations step up preparations for ODI Cricket World Cup in India
There are three weeks until the opening match of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 on Oct. 5 in Ahmedabad.
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Chatham Town's proud home record and winning run halted by Cray Wanderers; Kevin Hake’s men beat Folkestone in a midweek Kent Cup tie and head to Potters Bar on Saturday
Chatham Town’s proud home record came to an end last weekend as they got a reminder of the ruthless level they’re at.
Women To Referee At Men's Asian Cup For First Time
Women including Japanese trailblazer Yoshimi Yamashita will referee at the men's Asian Cup for the first time next year in Qatar, officials said Thursday. Yamashita, who was also selected for the 2022 men's World Cup in Qatar, has been chosen alongside four other women for the regional championship in January-February.
Colombo Weather Today: Hourly Rain Update Of Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup Super 4 Match
As the contest between the bat and the ball gets fierce with every passing game, it's sad for fans to see rain becoming the third factor in deciding the fate of matches in the Asia Cup 2023. Having already seen multiple matches being affected due to poor weather conditions, the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Super 4 match in the tournament could also see the rain gods interrupting proceedings in Colombo on Thursday. Pakistan, who have to beat Sri Lanka to qualify for the final, however, will be keeping their fingers crossed.
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup Super 4 Live Streaming: Where To Follow Live Telecast
Pakistan and Sri Lanka square off in a virtual semi-final, with the winner set to join India in Sunday's Asia Cup 2023 final. Naseem Shah has been ruled out of the team's final Super Four match -- effective semi-final -- against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Thursday. Pakistan Super League star Zaman Khan came in as replacement and walks directly into the team, which was announced on the eve of the key match. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will look to take inspiration from their spirited performance against India as both teams face a must win situation on Thursday.
Asia Cup: Ex-India Star Points Out "One Thing" That Could Go Against Ishan Kishan
Former India batter Aakash Chopra feels Ishan Kishan's inability to rotate strike could against him as a middle-order batter, going into the World Cup. Kishan, who scored 82 during the group stage match against Pakistan, did not get the chance to bat in India's first Super 4 match. Against Sri Lanka, Kishan was promoted from no. 5 to no. 4, scoring 33 runs off 61 deliveries as India posted a 213-run total. While analysing the match, Chopra pointed out Kishan's tendency to play too many dot balls, which was earlier called out by former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan.
"Knew That I'd Be Playing World Cup": England's Ben Stokes After 182 Against New Zealand
England all-rounder Ben Stokes admitted that he knew that he would return to ODI cricket to play the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup which will take place in India from October 5. Stokes announced retirement from the ODI last year and even told the media at the end of the Ashes series this year that he had no ambitions to reverse his decision and play in the World Cup. Stokes's blistering knock of 182 off 124 guided England to a massive 181-run victory over New Zealand in the third ODI match on Wednesday.
Asia Cup Final: Who Will India Face If Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Super 4 Match Gets Washed Out?
The stage is set, with the Asia Cup 2023 set to find out which team will join India in the final of the tournament. Rohit Sharma's men secured two impressive victories -- against Pakistan and Sri Lanka -- in the Super 4s to book their ticket to the final. Pakistan and Sri Lanka remain the other two contenders while Bangladesh have already been knocked out. It's been an intriguing journey for teams in the Asia Cup, with rain hampering their preliminary plans. But, what happens if the Super 4 match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan also gets washed out?