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'It was not a 300-run wicket, but...': Shakib Al Hasan on Bangladesh's defeat

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh had a horrific start to their Asia Cup campaign as they were outperformed by hosts Sri Lanka on Thursday at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Bangladesh suffered a five-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in their opening game.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: How bowlers led Sri Lanka to a comfortable win over Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: A clinical all-round bowling performance was followed by a mature Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka 78-run stand as Sri Lanka eased past Bangladesh in the Asia Cup Group B game in Pallekele on Thursday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: Matheesha Pathirana grabs four as Bangladesh fold for 164

NEW DELHI: An all-round bowling performance led by 20-year-old Matheesha Pathirana helped Sri Lanka bundle out Bangladesh for a lowly 164 in Group B match of the Asia Cup in Pallekele on Thursday.

The Times of India

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India vs Pakistan: Full house at hotels and Kandy stadium ahead of Asia Cup clash

KANDY (Sri Lanka): There is a lot of excitement among cricket fans, especially the Indians, for the upcoming clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023, but there is a lot of struggle involved for a lot of these die-hard supporters of Men in Blue as tickets are…

The Times of India

Matheesha Pathirana didn't copy slingy action from Lasith Malinga, it's natural: Coach Bilal Fassy

NEW DELHI: Matheesha Pathirana's sling-shot action immediately reminds one of Lasith Malinga, but the young Sri Lankan did not purposely mimic his legendary senior, according to his childhood coach Bilal Fassy, who insisted that the much-discussed bowling style came naturally to the pacer.

The Times of India

Tamil Nadu fishermen face peril on the high seas

In recent months, Indian fishers venturing into the sea on small fibreglass boats have come under intermittent attacks. Strangely, the attackers have been unidentified persons in civilian clothes.

The Hindu

Pakistan beat Nepal by 238 runs in Asia Cup opener

Pakistan will now travel to Sri Lanka for the much-anticipated match against India to be played in Pallekele.

The Hindu

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'Pakistan need to expose Virat Kohli early': Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg on Asia Cup clash

NEW DELHI: Former Australian leg-spinner and World Cup winner Brad Hogg feels the outcome of the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan hinges on the battle between Shaheen Afridi and the Indian top-order batters. And if Pakistan want to get on top of the game, they need to get…

The Times of India

Asia Cup: Will rain play spoilsport in the much awaited India-Pakistan clash?

NEW DELHI: The highly anticipated showdown between India and Pakistan during the Asia Cup 2023 is facing a formidable adversary: the weather in Kandy. According to Weather.com, thunderstorms are in the forecast, carrying a 90% probability of rain on September 2.

The Times of India

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Asia Cup

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The Independent UK

Asia Cup: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh seek winning start amidst challenges

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are poised to kick off their Asia Cup campaigns with a clash that holds significance beyond the contest itself. Both teams are grappling with a string of challenges, including injuries to key players and unimpressive ODI performances. As they face each other on Thursday,…

The Times of India

Bangladesh wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das ruled out of entire Asia Cup due to illness

Bangladesh suffer blow as Litton Das ruled out of Asia Cup due to illness; Anamul Haque Bijoy named as replacement

The Hindu

How the six teams stack up at the Asia Cup cricket tournament

Pakistan will take on Nepal in the tournament opener in Multan on Wednesday.

Al Jazeera

Asia Cup: A mock exam ahead of the main test in October

Asia Cup and World Cup in same year; Pakistan No.1; India No.3; 18 players in Sri Lanka; Sanju Samson 'travelling sub'; Shreyas Iyer returning from injury; Virat Kohli to No.4; Sachin Tendulkar/Greg Chappell; Rahul Dravid/Virat Kohli; Ravindra Jadeja; Hardik Pandya; Axar Patel/Shardul Thakur; Tilak Varma; India's best talent; Pakistan opener;…

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How to watch the Cricket World Cup 2023 online or on TV

Here's how you can watch the ICC Cricket World Cup, up until the final on Sunday, November 19.

The Times of India

Watch: Team India gears up for Asia Cup

NEW DELHI: The training camp for Team India's 2023 Asia Cup campaign is being held at Alur, on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

The Hindu

Asia’s cricket giants square up ahead of World Cup

Asia Cup begins Wed: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka to battle for 50-over World Cup prep. India-Pakistan rivalry to feature 3 times if teams reach final. India's Rohit Sharma says Asia Cup perfect place to test, respond to pressure. Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan reappointed captain; Nepal face baptism of fire.

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India will be known as sporting country in 10-15 years: Sunil Gavaskar

India to become sporting country in 10-15 yrs: Gavaskar lauds Neeraj, Praggnanandhaa & Prannoy. He was elated to witness Chopra's gold medal win & backs Praggnanandhaa to win many accolades. He also warned against overlooking Sri Lanka in Asia Cup & said players must rest if they have niggles.

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Rajnath Singh to visit Sri Lanka this weekend, say defence sources

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to go on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka, two defence sources confirmed. As per Sri Lankan media reports, Rajnath Singh is expected to visit Trincomalee where India is jointly investing in the joint development of Oil Tank farm.

The Times of India

Dilshan Madushanka joins Sri Lanka's list of injured bowlers

NEW DELHI: In yet another blow to Sri Lanka ahead of Asia Cup, fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka joined the list of their injured bowlers and has been ruled out of the continental tournament.

The Times of India

Asia Cup will test bowlers' readiness for 50-overs cricket: Wasim Akram

NEW DELHI: Pakistan bowling legend Wasim Akram on Sunday said that the Asia Cup would serve as a crucial examination of the preparedness of subcontinental bowlers for the 50-over cricket format, especially considering the impending ODI World Cup.

The Times of India

BCCI president Roger Binny to attend Asia Cup matches in Pakistan

BENGALURU: BCCI president Roger Binny on Saturday confirmed that he would travel to Pakistan during the Asia Cup next month on invitation from the Pakistan Cricket Board.

The Hindu

Prudent to keep K.L. Rahul as a wicketkeeper-batter for Asia Cup: Sanjay Bangar

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar said that it would be prudent to designate K.L. Rahul as the wicketkeeper-batsman for the upcoming Asia Cup, scheduled to commence on August 30 in Pakistan-Sri Lanka

The Times of India

Deadlock persists over PCB's new contracts ahead of Asia Cup

KARACHI: The deadlock between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the national team players over the signing of new central contracts is yet to be resolved ahead of the all-important Asia Cup in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

The Hindu

Asia Cup: Setback for Sri Lanka as Chameera, Hasaranga injured; Perera, Fernando test Covid positive

Sri Lanka suffered a major setback as four of their cricketers, including pacer Dushamantha Chameera and leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, were rendered doubtful for the upcoming Asia Cup because of injuries and COVID-19.

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