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Virat Kohli Names One Shot He Wants To Borrow From England Batter Joe Root

India's 'Chase Master' Virat Kohli revealed "reverse slap" as the shot that he would like to borrow from England's consistent batter Joe Root. England have, so far, failed to live up to their pre-tournament billing in the ongoing World Cup, as they sit at the bottom of the table with just two points. However, they will back themselves to pull off a victory against the hosts as the defending champions hold a 4-3 lead over the Men in Blue in head-to-head encounters in ODI World Cups.

Cricket World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma Set To Raise A Ton Of A Different Kind vs England

India's World Cup clash against England will go down as a special day in the cricketing life of skipper Rohit Sharma, as he will lead the team out on the field for the 100th time on Sunday. While scoring centuries at will for India is not new for Rohit, he is set to acknowledge the applause from the cheering home crowd for a century of a different kind on Sunday. Rohit's journey as the captain of the Indian team began on December 10, 2017, against Sri Lanka in ODI. In late 2021, the dynamic opener took over teammate Virat Kohli in late 2021.

Cricket World Cup 2023: On Bangladesh's Defeat To Netherlands, Shakib Al Hasan's "Worst Ever" Admission

Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan has admitted that a chaotic buildup could have resulted in their "worst ever" World Cup campaign after they cut a sorry figure with an 87-run defeat to the Netherlands for their fifth loss on the trot. Chasing a small target of 230 runs, Bangladesh folded inside 43 overs, managing a mere 142 to see their World Cup campaign as good as over.

Virat Kohli Or Sachin Tendulkar? England Great Has The Perfect Answer To Tricky Question

There is no doubt that Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar are among the greatest cricketers. Though both of them are the players of different eras, the fans, cricket experts and former cricketers could not keep themselves away from comparing the two batting giants. Tendulkar kicked off his international cricket career in 1989 and concluded it in 2013, while Kohli made his debut for the senior men's cricket team in 2008 and continues to be a crucial pat of the team.

Cricket World Cup 2023: Netherlands Star Demands ICC's Attention For 'Bigger Nation' Status

Two upset wins in the ongoing World Cup under their belt, minnows Netherlands have now called for ICC's attention for "bigger nation" status, batting all-rounder Bas de Leede has said. The Dutch, who are the only Associate Nation in the World Cup, first produced the biggest stunner of the global showpiece, defeating South Africa by 38 runs in Dharamsala. On Saturday, defending a modest 229, the Dutch bowled out Bangladesh for 142 for yet another upset result, this time by a handsome 87-run margin.

World Cup Star Accused Of 'Faking Injury' By Former Pakistan Stars

Former Pakistan pacer Umar Gul has slammed all-rounder Shadab Khan for going off the field during a crucial juncture of the team's World Cup match against South Africa in Chennai. Pakistan suffered a fourth straight defeat on Friday to all but bow out of the tournament. During the South African innings, Shadab took a blow to the head while diving to stop the ball. He went off temporarily, only to return after a while. However, he was soon withdrawn from the game, with Usama Mir replacing him as a concussion substitute.

Joe Root's Ultimate Praise For "Greatest Chaser" Virat Kohli

England batter Joe Root named India's stalwart batter Virat Kohli as the "greatest chaser of all time" ahead of their upcoming clash in the World Cup on Sunday at Lucknow's Ekana stadium. England have failed to live up to their pre-tournament billing in the ongoing World Cup as they currently sit at the bottom of the table with two points. However, with their backs against the wall and faced with a do-or-die battle, the Three Lions will go all out to pull off a victory against the hosts. The defending champions hold a 4-3 lead over the Men in Blue in head-to-head encounters in ODI World Cups.

"Best Thing I Like About Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Is...": Babar Azam On His 'Favourite Batters'

Rivalries exist in every sport but it isn't often that fans see rivals respecting each other's game. Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam expressed his admiration for India's Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma while also hailing New Zealand's Kane Williamson as some of the top batters he admires. Babar, who himself is considered as one of the finest batters in the world, explained what he likes the most about superstars like Kohli, Rohit, and Williamson who have been serving their respective countries for a long time.

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Virat Kohli Names One Shot He Wants To Borrow From England Batter Joe Root

Cricket World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma Set To Raise A Ton Of A Different Kind vs England

Cricket World Cup 2023: On Bangladesh's Defeat To Netherlands, Shakib Al Hasan's "Worst Ever" Admission

Virat Kohli Or Sachin Tendulkar? England Great Has The Perfect Answer To Tricky Question

Cricket World Cup 2023: Netherlands Star Demands ICC's Attention For 'Bigger Nation' Status

World Cup Star Accused Of 'Faking Injury' By Former Pakistan Stars

Joe Root's Ultimate Praise For "Greatest Chaser" Virat Kohli

"Best Thing I Like About Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Is...": Babar Azam On His 'Favourite Batters'