Afghanistan thrash Netherlands to boost World Cup semi-final chances
Afghanistan made it three wins in a row with a seven-wicket success over Netherlands to keep alive their hopes of making the Cricket World Cup semi-finals.
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India Lose 3-6 To Germany In Sultan Of Johor Cup Semi-Final
Three-time champions India failed to defend their Sultan of Johor Cup junior hockey title, losing 3-6 to world no.2 Germany in the semifinal at Johor Bahru in Malaysia on Friday. Christian Franz (16th minute), Nikas Berendts (29th, 45th), Peer Hinrichs (43rd, 48th), and Sperling Florian (49th) found the back of the net for the Germans, who produced a dominating display. India's goals were scored by Amandeep Lakra (35th), Uttam Singh (58th) and Rohit (60th). The Indians started on the front foot, threatening Joshua Onyekwue Nnaji's goal on a couple of occasions in the opening minutes. But Germany had the first shot on target as Ben Hasbach's snapshot was deflected out by India goalkeeper Mohith HS.
Afghanistan beat Netherlands to keep World Cup semi-final hopes alive
LUCKNOW, India :Afghanistan kept their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup semi-finals alive after beating the Netherlands by seven wickets in a low-scoring group game on Friday.
Unbeaten India Hold Psychological Advantage Over South Korea In Women's Asian Champions Trophy Semi-Final
Unbeaten so far in the event, a dominant India will have a psychological advantage over South Korea having recorded a convincing win over them in the league phase, when two meet in the semifinal of the women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Ranchi on Saturday. India thrashed South Korea 5-0 on Thursday to end the round-robin league phase with an all-win record. The Indians finished the round-robin stage at the top with maximum 15 points from five games, while Korea were fourth with seven points from two wins, two losses and one draw.
Shami, Siraj on fire as India book semi-final spot
MUMBAI: Some fiery fast bowling from India's Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj lit up their World Cup encounter with Sri Lanka and helped the unbeaten hosts secure a thumping 302-run victory on Thursday (Nov 2), making them the first side to book a semi-final spot.
India smash Sri Lanka by 302 runs to secure World Cup semi-final spot
India became the first team to qualify for the knockout stages of the Cricket World Cup with a thumping 302-run victory over Sri Lanka in Mumbai.
World Cup 2023 Points Table: Pakistan's Semi-final Chances Get Boost With New Zealand's Loss To South Africa
World Cup 2023 Points Table:Things are suddenly looking slightly positive for the Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team at the ODI Cricket World Cup 2023. After losing four straight matches at the marquee event, the 1992 Cricket World Cup champions returned to winning ways with a seven-wicket win over Bangladesh in Kolkata on Tuesday. The win catapulted them to the fifth spot with three wins in seven games. And now, they have more good news with New Zealand losing to South Africa in a Cricket World Cup match in Pune. (World Cup 2023 points table)
Cricket World Cup 2023: Semi-Final Qualification Scenario For All 10 Teams Explained
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has reached a critical juncture in the group stage, wherein teams have three games left to secure a berth in the semi-finals. A total of 9 teams are still in contention for one of the semi-final spots, with Bangladesh being the only one to be knocked out. No team, yet, has confirmed their progress or been knocked out of contention for the semis. Host nation India is in pole position to make the World Cup 2023 semi-finals as they are atop the standings with six wins in six matches. South Africa, who have won five of six games, along with New Zealand and Australia currently complete the top four.