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Smith open to batting lower if Head recovers

Steve Smith is prepared to make way at first drop if Travis Head recovers from injury during the World Cup, which begins for Australia against India on Sunday.

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Logan van Beek charts a ‘different way’ to the World Cup

Logan van Beek, born in Christchurch, is now the key player for the Netherlands at the World Cup, having played a significant role in helping the Dutch team qualify. He has a tendency to shine on the big stage, and is looking forward to the match against New Zealand, hoping…

The Hindu

Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis’s availability uncertain for World Cup match against India

Australia, which is struggling with a couple of injury concerns, take on India in their World Cup opening match in Chennai

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New Zealand advance to World Cup last eight after 11-try romp past Uruguay

A month after bungling their opening game against France, New Zealand qualfied for the last eight of the World Cup with a clinical 73-0 destruction of Uruguay in Lyon.

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England injury blow as Jack Willis to miss rest of World Cup

England’s back-row forward Jack Willis has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup with a neck injury

The Guardian - UK

World Cup travel guide: What to see, where to eat & how to reach venues

Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the World Cup in India on Oct 5. With Team India’s recent wins, expectations are high. The tournament will be held across 10 venues, with each city offering unique attractions, culinary delights and transport options.

The Hindu

What to know about the FIFA 2030 World Cup announcement

Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be hosts for the 2030 FIFA World Cup while Saudi Arabia will bid to host in 2034.

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Fans fume over empty stands in England vs New Zealand World Cup opener: ‘This is embarrassing’

Delay in sale of tickets sparked criticism from fans because ICC took longer than usual to confirm final schedule

The Independent UK

Kate joins World Cup winners for wheelchair rugby league session

England hosted the World Cup last November and beat France 28-24.

The Independent UK

ICC names Sachin Tendulkar global ambassador for Cricket World Cup 2023

India legend Tendulkar will walk out with the World Cup trophy ahead of the opening fixture on Thursday

The Independent UK

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Can the sport finally go global?

As cricket’s marquee event kicks off in India, its ambitions to spread beyond the Commonwealth are on test.

Al Jazeera

Cricket World Cup 2023 | India, a favourite, will look to recreate the 2011 magic; Australia, England, South Africa strong contenders

Cricket's showpiece event, the World Cup, kicks off in Ahmedabad, India, with defending champion England and 2019 runner-up New Zealand vying for glory. Stars like Stokes, Williamson, Kohli, Sharma, Ashwin, Warner, Smith and Root will have their last WC dance. India is the sole host and fav to lift the…

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‘Set up to fail’: Cards still stacked against smaller nations at Rugby World Cup

Barring spirited performances from the likes of Portugal or Uruguay, the 2023 Rugby World Cup currently underway in France has once again exposed the chasm between the sport’s haves and have-nots, highlighting the need for a concerted effort to help emerging nations raise their game, particularly in Africa.

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Cricket World Cup has low-key buildup but tumbling records hint at thrills to come

The lavish opening ceremony has been cancelled but hosts India are scoring faster and every country emphasises attack more

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2030 World Cup will be hosted by six countries across three continents, Fifa announces

Three South American nations will stage the three opening matches to celebrate the World Cup’s centenary, before Spain, Portugal and Morocco host the rest of the tournament

The Independent UK

ICC names Sachin Tendulkar global ambassador for Cricket World Cup 2023

India legend Tendulkar will walk out with the World Cup trophy ahead of the opening fixture on Thursday

Al Jazeera

‘The BJP’s World Cup’: India’s Modi wields cricket as a political weapon

From stadiums to political influence, some say the BJP is using the tournament as a launch pad for a third term.

The Hindu

The World Cup as a farewell tour for top players is well established

Players use the World Cup as a farewell tour, with a long list of stars who have done so. Retirement today is not always the end of a career, with some players unretiring or continuing in other formats. It is important for players to get a proper farewell, with Sachin…

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All vie for the Cup: On the ICC World Cup and host India

The World Cup’s 13th edition will commence its frenetic run across diverse venues in India from Thursday

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup | IPL experience could be handy in this World Cup: Van der Dussen

Rassie van der Dussen believes South Africa's batting line-up is formidable, with IPL experience helping them adjust to different conditions. He feels the team's experience at different venues will be key to success at the World Cup.

The Hindu

ICC WORLD CUP | Conway, with a good record in the subcontinent, will be crucial for New Zealand’s fortunes

Devon Conway, South Africa-born Kiwi opener, has become an integral part of the New Zealand team. He has a good record in the subcontinent, scoring two ODI tons this year, and has a strategy to succeed on slow-paced pitches. He believes adapting to different surfaces and clear communication will be…

The Guardian - UK

Lockie Ferguson: ‘I always have to remind myself cricket’s a special job’

The World Cup begins where it left off and the New Zealand bowler believes his side can learn from the 2019 final and go one better

AAP

Injury woes continue for Wallabies at World Cup

Carter Gordon and Nick Frost are the latest Wallabies set to be sidelined through injury, ruled out of the World Cup if Australia make the play-offs.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup | Netherlands’ Ryan Cook hoping to keep the family tradition of making history

Ryan Cook, fielding coach of Netherlands, hopes WC qualification will boost cricket in country, generate more interest & aspiration.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup | Preparations have been good, so has been the hospitality: Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan

Shadab Khan believes a team with consistent bowling will win the World Cup. He praised the hospitality and conditions in Hyderabad, and said the biggest challenge will be adapting to different venues. He also expressed hope that Fakhar Zaman will be back at his best. He said the past is…

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