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Asia Cup triumph: Team India's biggest gains for ODI World Cup

Rahul and Bumrah's fitness and form, Kuldeep's striking power in middle overs biggest gains heading into the World Cup

The Times of India · Sep 18, 2023

'Padosi abhi bhi awaz karne ki koshish kar rahe hai': Irfan Pathan takes an indirect dig at Pakistan

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan appeared to take an indirect dig at Pakistan following India's victory in the Asia Cup, where they secured their record eighth title by defeating defending champions Sri Lanka in Colombo on Sunday.

The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023

Asia Cup: ACC and SLC announce $50,000 award for curators and groundsmen

NEW DELHI: In a generous gesture of appreciation, the entire team of groundstaff who worked tirelessly to prepare the cricket grounds in Colombo and Pallekele for the Asia Cup, despite the challenges posed by a full-blown monsoon season, will be rewarded with a prize money of $50,000.

The Times of India · Sep 17, 2023

'It is not fair...': Mohammad Hafeez calls for support and confidence in Babar Azam ahead of World Cup

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain and member of the cricket board's technical committee, Mohammad Hafeez, has made a fervent plea for unwavering support and a boost in confidence for skipper Babar Azam in the lead-up to the forthcoming World Cup in India.

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023

Injured shoulder likely to rule Naseem Shah out of ICC World Cup

Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah's shoulder injury casts doubt over his World Cup participation. PCB medical team monitoring injury, awaiting scan results. Zaman Khan replaced Shah in Asia Cup, Pakistan failed to make final. PCB to decide Shah's return to cricket based on assessments. Long-term participation in Australia Tests also in…

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

Shoulder injury puts Naseem Shah's World Cup participation in doubt

NEW DELHI: Pakistan suffered a massive blow on Saturday as 20-year-old pacer Naseem Shah's recent shoulder injury has cast doubts over his participation in the forthcoming ICC ODI World Cup, scheduled to be held in India next month.

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023

‘Every day is a struggle’: Sri Lanka banks on Asia Cup cricket tournament

Cricket is bringing temporary relief to a struggling Sri Lankan economy reeling from post-COVID shortages and inflation.

Al Jazeera · Sep 16, 2023

Team India can't become No.1 in ODIs even if they win Asia Cup 2023 title

NEW DELHI: India's defeat to Bangladesh in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup dashed their hopes of claiming the top spot in the rankings across formats.

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023

WATCH: 'Pakistan ko sukoon hoga' - Shoaib Akhtar takes a dig at India after defeat vs Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: Despite Shubman Gill's magnificent 121, India suffered a narrow six-run defeat to Bangladesh in an inconsequential 'Super 4' match of the Asia Cup at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday.

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023

Shakib says Bangladesh 'dangerous' for World Cup after India triumph

Rohit elected to bowl first to test their batting under lights, which has been difficult in the Sri Lanka leg of the tournament hosted by Pakistan.

The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023