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ICC World Cup: Pakistan ready for the big fight against Afghanistan

CHENNAI: Be it Saeed Anwar’s 194 in the Independence Cup in 1997 or a memorable Test win against India in 1999, Pakistan have some incredible Chennai memories. Even in December 2012, when they played the first match of a revival bilateral series here, Pakistan were triumphant despite MS Dhoni’s century.…

The Times of India · Oct 23, 2023

ICC World Cup, India vs New Zealand: Daryl Mitchell's approach vs spin is a caution alert for India

DHARAMSALA: When he finally got Tom Latham to misread the length on a skiddy delivery and play across the line, Kuldeep Yadav (10-0-73-2) must have heaved a sigh of relief. The delivery had everything Kuldeep’s recent success has been based on — it was quicker off the dual-paced pitch and…

The Times of India · Oct 23, 2023

IND vs NZ: India playing the World Cup like a run-away train with failed brakes, says Wasim Akram

NEW DELHI: India continuing their unbeaten run in the ICC World Cup 2023 with a win over New Zealand on Sunday earned them the tag of "unstoppable" by the legendary Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram, who sang praises of Rohit Sharma & Co on the news channel 'A Sports'.

The Times of India · Oct 23, 2023

Virat Kohli helps India stay perfect at World Cup - but misses out on historic century

The hosts won by four wickets in the battle of two unbeaten sides

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2023

India vs New Zealand Highlights: How India passed tough New Zealand test to remain unbeaten

NEW DELHI: A resilient Indian team overcame a tough challenge from New Zealand in Dharamsala to register their fifth successive win in the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup. Riding on Virat Kohli's 95, hosts India chased down a competitive 274-run target with 4 wickets in hand and 12 balls to…

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2023

AFG vs PAK | Neighbours’ rivalry lends an element of intrigue to the contest

Rivalry between Pakistan and Afghanistan in cricket is gaining traction. Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott believes it excites players and both teams respect each other, yet are desperate to win. Spinners could be key in Monday's match, but Trott says all players must contribute. Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq is confident, citing their…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

ICC World Cup | Pakistan inspired by Saeed Anwar’s Chennai magic

Pakistan opener Imam-ul-Haq looks to channel spirit of Saeed Anwar and team's winning record in Chennai to revive World Cup campaign. Haq hopes to replicate Anwar's monumental 194 against India in 1997 and Pakistan's 2012 six-wicket win over India. Haq is confident they can beat Afghanistan and get four wins…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

Shubman Gill breaks Hashim Amla's record, becomes fastest to 2,000 ODI runs

NEW DELHI: India's dynamic opening batsman, Shubman Gill, etched his name in cricket history by surpassing Hashim Amla's record, emerging as the fastest cricketer to reach the coveted 2,000-run mark in One Day International (ODI) cricket.

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2023

Cricket World Cup 2023 ENG vs SA | One of my better hundreds purely on the conditions that were out there, says Heinrich Klaasen

Heinrich Klaasen battled hot and humid conditions to score his fourth ODI century. He and Marco Jansen's blitzkrieg in the last 10 overs helped South Africa put on 399 for seven, the highest ever ODI total against England. Klaasen had to 'dig really, really deep' to achieve this feat, but…

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

'Worst in the history of Indian cricket': Gautam Gambhir blasts India's 2019 World Cup selection committee

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer turned commentator, Gautam Gambhir, has launched a scathing critique on the Indian selection committee led by MSK Prasad, branding it as "the worst selection committee in the history of Indian cricket."

The Times of India · Oct 22, 2023