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Pune's gift to World Cup: An upset that still resonates, 27 years on

The city will be hosting its first World Cup game since Maurice Odumbe's Kenya famously beat the West Indies in 1996

The Times of India

World Cup: Garden City roots for Pakistan ahead of Australia match

BENGALURU: Faizal Haleem and his friends burnt more than just midnight oil in the wee hours of Tuesday to buy tickets for Pakistan's World Cup match against Australia at the M Chinnaswamy stadium on Friday.

The Times of India

We can beat any side if we play our best brand of cricket: Dutch captain Edwards after stunning South Africa

Netherlands' historic upset win over South Africa not a fluke, Dutch captain Edwards says they can beat any side if they play their best

The Hindu

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Katoa ready to fire for Tonga after Bennett message

Tonga and Dolphins playmaker Isaiya Katoa is ready to take his game to new heights after Wayne Bennett told him a home truth.

AAP

Watch: Lionel Messi's double strike in Argentina's win, Neymar injured as Uruguay beat Brazil in FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Lionel Messi has unequivocally demonstrated his return to peak physical condition by netting both goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Peru during their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.

The Times of India

World Cup, New Zealand vs Afghanistan: Afghans look to spin a web for Kiwis in Chennai

Chinaman Noor could come in as fourth spinner at tweaker-friendly Chepauk

The Times of India

Victory's Arzani still holds dream of Socceroos return

Former Socceroos wunderkind Daniel Arzani has battled with form and fitness since breaking out in 2018 but is confident Melbourne Victory can reignite him.

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World Cup: New Zealand vs Afghanistan head to head record

NEW DELHI: Last edition runners-up New Zealand face an upbeat Afghanistan in the 16th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Wednesday.

The Times of India

ICC World Cup, SA vs NED: Netherlands targeting semifinals? Scott Edwards reveals plans after upsetting South Africa

The Netherlands' skipper, Scott Edwards, called his team's remarkable win over South Africa in the ICC World Cup on Tuesday as a significant achievement, while Proteas' captain Temba Bavuma acknowledged that the 38-run defeat would be a painful setback.

The Times of India

South Africa vs Netherlands, ICC World Cup: Wasim Jaffer's hilarious post after the upset Dutch win rocks internet

The South Africa vs Netherlands match took a while to start as it faced a rain threat in Dharamsala, but once the proceedings got underway in a reduced 43-overs-a-side match, the Dutch gave it their all and eventually upset South Africa, who until Tuesday were one of the high-fliers of…

The Times of India

What the David Beckham documentary tells us – and what it doesn't – about controlling parents in sport

In the Netflix documentary Beckham, the footballer is asked how he coped with the abuse of his entire country after the 1998 men’s football World Cup. David Beckham responds:

The Conversation

World Cup, India vs Bangladesh: 'A Virat Kohli century is around the corner'

Former selector says Gahunje Stadium is likely to see another dominating show by India

The Times of India

ICC World Cup, New Zealand vs Afghanistan: When and where to watch, live streaming info

Afghanistan will need all the momentum they gathered from their upset win over defending champions England last Sunday to challenge the unbeaten New Zealand in their ICC World Cup match in Chennai on Wednesday.

The Times of India

The Dutch delight against South Africa is second biggest upset in World Cup history | Data

Upsets in World Cup games, ranked by Elo ratings: The Netherlands' defeat of South Africa was the second biggest upset, with a difference of 457 points. Afghanistan's win over England was 13th biggest, with a difference of 255 points. West Indies and Australia have been the only favourites to win…

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World Cup qualifiers | Uruguay defeats Brazil 2-0; Neymar suffers injury

Brazil striker Neymar suffers serious knee injury in 2-0 loss to Uruguay in WC qualifier. Argentina, with 9 pts, to play Peru. Venezuela shocks Chile 3-0. Ecuador & Colombia draw 0-0. Paraguay beat Bolivia 1-0. Top 6 in South America qualify for WC, 7th in playoff. Brazil & Argentina to…

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Hundreds killed in Gaza hospital blast; Arab leaders’ summit called off as Biden heads to Israel, and more

Read a daily selection of top stories from across India and the world by The Hindu to start your day

AAP

Arnold asks Albanese to help Socceroos' Palestine venue

The Socceroos have asked for government help in ensuring they are asked to play at a "safe" venue for next month's World Cup qualifier with Palestine.

Evening Standard

South Africa stunned as Netherlands pull off stunning Cricket World Cup upset

This was only the Netherlands' third ever win at the tournament and their first in 16 years

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The Guardian - UK

England wait on Marcus Smith’s fitness for South Africa World Cup semi-final

Freddie Steward is waiting in the wings at full-back for the World Cup semi-final while Kevin Sinfield said: ‘You’re blown away by what Marcus does’

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: hundreds feared dead in strike on Gaza hospital, gambling’s $238m ad punt, Dutch shock South Africa

Gaza health ministry says at least 500 people have been killed in the bombing of a hospital, while a survey shows how media is bombarded by gambling ads

The Hindu

It takes more than just teams to make a match; fans are important too

India's cricket in World Cup has been excellent, but denying visas to Pakistan fans shows a churlishness. India-Pakistan match was one-sided, with few Pakistan supporters. India-Pakistan matches are a money-spinner and a distraction from political issues. Politicians appear/disappear depending on team's performance. India must work on 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' to bid…

AAP

Bangladesh line up Socceroos clash in Melbourne

Bangladesh have beaten the Maldives in the 2026 World Cup Asian Zone qualifying first round to join Australia's group in the second stage.

The Independent UK

Rassie Erasmus expects England to have ‘some beef’ with South Africa

The Springboks’ director of rugby began the mind games ahead of Saturday’s Paris showdown.

The Guardian - UK

‘Spiritual leader’ Ben Stokes rallies England for South Africa challenge

Ben Stokes delivered what Matthew Mott said was a morale-boosting speech to his England teammates after their loss to Afghanistan

The Times of India

ODI World Cup: Plucky Netherlands stun high-flying South Africa in second upset in three days

NEW DELHI: A heroic 69-ball 78 rescue effort by skipper Scott Edwards was followed by an all-round bowling performance as European outsiders Netherlands humiliated South Africa for a famous win in ODI World Cup Match 15 in Dharamsala on Tuesday.

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