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In Pictures | Bishan Singh Bedi (1946-2023)

Former India cricket captain Bishan Singh Bedi passed away on October 23. His life in pictures

The Hindu

Joe Root on poor air quality at Cricket World Cup match: ‘Couldn’t breathe, it was like eating air’

Joe Root’s comments come as temperatures in Mumbai reached 35C during the match – with smog making matters worse

The Independent UK

It’s Afghanistan’s turn for a lap of honour at Chepauk

Chennai's Chepauk cricket ground has seen iconic games, a sporting crowd & a mural of Pakistan's 1999 win. On Mon, the Afghans made history, receiving a standing ovation from the 20,000+ crowd. A reminder of the venue's rich history & a testament to its sporting spirit.

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Bishan Singh Bedi | Indian left-arm spinners pour tributes to the greatest of them all

Former cricketers pay tribute to Bishan Bedi, a great cricketer and human being. S.L. Venkatapathi Raju, Pragyan Ojha and Kanwaljit Singh recall their experiences with Bedi, praising his moral support, straight-forwardness and sense of humour.

The Hindu

Spin king Bedi gets an emotional final send-off

Cricketers pay tribute to Bishan Singh Bedi as his mortal remains are consigned to flames. Former and current cricketers, including Kapil Dev, Madan Lal, Kirti Azad, Zaheer Khan, Ashish Nehra, Mohammad Azharuddin, Virender Sehwag, Maninder Singh, Ajay Jadeja, Surender Khanna, pay their respects. Bedi was a mentor, coach and guiding…

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Cricket World Cup 2023 | Australia will not risk taking the Netherlands lightly

Netherlands players enjoy party hosted by ambassador; Aussies relieved Travis Head is back from injury; Dutch need good start from O'Dowd, Singh; Aussies hope Zampa continues great run; spinners, seamers have delivered for Dutch. #WorldCup #Netherlands #Australia

The Hindu

Cricket? Lacrosse? Netball? The new sports that might make it to the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games

At the International Olympic Committee’s recent session in Mumbai, India it officially ratified five sports being added to the existing 28 core sports for the 2028 Los Angeles summer games.

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Memories of Bishan Bedi — a man of integrity, wisdom and wit

Bedi was a cricketing great, a traditionalist, and a man of integrity. He was an anti-establishment figure who served cricket and its fans, not its administrators. He was the original smiling assassin, luring batters into giving him their wicket. He was the only Indian bowler with over 1500 First Class…

The Hindu

Ben Stokes plays the long game amid cricket’s shifting landscape

With rumours of year-long IPL contracts and a Saudi T20 league forming, the England Test captain is waiting to see how things pan out

The Guardian - UK

Letters to The Editor — October 25, 2023

Readers’ mail to The Hindu's Letters to the Editor

The Hindu

Minnows no more: On World Cup and lower ranked teams

In the cricket World Cup, the wins by Afghanistan and the Netherlands have opened up the points table and small margins will define big shifts in the coming weeks

The Hindu

Bishan Singh Bedi’s words always had the depth of a life well lived and the world acutely observed

Bishan Singh Bedi was an iconic left-arm spinner, a philosopher, sharp observer of politics, and a man of the world. He had a larger-than-life presence, a laugh that reverberated, and a propensity to guffaw. He was part of the famous spin-quartet, had 266 Test wickets, and cared deeply for cricket.…

The Hindu

Ben Stokes remains ‘100 per cent committed’ to England, says Rob Key

Test captain Stokes turned down a three-year central contract in favour of a 12-month extension but England’s director of men’s cricket isn’t worried.

The Independent UK

ICC World Cup | Heinrich Klassen one of the most fearsome ODI batters in world cricket

It may sound odd but arguably the best batter of spin bowling in limited overs’ cricket is a South African. It is not at all odd that he is equally indomitable against pace bowlers. No wonder then that Heinrich Klaasen is one of the most fearsome batters in world cricket,…

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The Lords of Wankhede: WV Raman, R Kaushik’s book unveiled at a star-studded function

India's 1983 World Cup win marked a shift in cricketing landscape. 28 yrs later, book The Lords of Wankhede explores the evolution of Indian cricket. Dilip Vengsarkar, VVS Laxman, Venkatesh Prasad, among others, attended the launch. India's historic moments, like 1986 tied Test, Anil Kumble's perfect 10, and No.1 Test…

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | Mahmudullah’s century in vain as South Africa thrashes Bangladesh

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: South Africa vs Bangladesh at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on October 24, 2023.

The Guardian - UK

Bishan Bedi obituary

One of India’s greatest cricketers admired for his mesmerising spin bowling who captained his country in the 1970s

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Bishan Singh Bedi: A craftsman of flight and an old-school straight talker

It started off as a lyrical amble across the stumps before he reached the bowling crease. And at the point of the release, almost meditating over the next note, the poet of aerial trajectory let go of the ball to spin a story.

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ICC World Cup | What went wrong for Pakistan national cricket team

Pakistan's World Cup hopes hang in balance due to bowling woes, captaincy questions, and PCB instability. Naseem's injury, Shaheen's lack of early impact, Haris' runs conceded, spinners' lack of bite, Babar's captaincy, selection favouritism, security restrictions, and frequent PCB changes have all contributed.

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes opts against multi-year England extension after 26 central contracts announced

The England and Wales Cricket Board has been revising its approach to central contracts to meet the challenge of franchise leagues

The Hindu

ABVP condemns disrespect shown to national flag during cricket match in Chennai

ABVP condemns disrespectful act of throwing tricolour into dustbin at Chepauk Stadium. Demands strictest action against police officers responsible and calls on DMK govt. to apologise. Urges citizens to join in demand for justice and respect for national flag, protecting dignity and unity of country.

The Independent UK

England players sign multi-year deals but Ben Stokes takes one-year extension

The England and Wales Cricket Board has been revising its approach to central contracts to meet the challenge of franchise leagues.

The Guardian - UK

Ben Stokes signs one-year England deal after turning down multiyear contract

The England & Wales Cricket Board has handed out its first multiyear central contracts but Ben Stokes has signed only a one-year deal

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | We'll address the batting frailties in the back end, says Mitchell Marsh

Australia won't brush aside late collapse vs Pak, will look to address batting frailties vs Netherlands, says Mitchell Marsh. Warner, Marsh smashed hundreds, but late collapse saw them finish at 367/9. Pakistan gave blueprint on how to go about back end of innings. Head firming up for return, Marsh happy…

The Independent UK

Afghanistan captain on his side’s stunning upset against Pakistan in Cricket World Cup: ‘Tastes sweet’

Afghanistan ends seven-match losing streak against Pakistan in stunning upset that ‘tastes sweet’

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