The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Ford’s final audition and Sinckler returns – England v Japan talking points

England are looking to secure a place in the quarter-finals.

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023

'He had some setbacks but...': Sanjay Bangar feels this all-rounder brings a lot of balance in Indian team

NEW DELHI: In the last couple of years, Hardik Pandya has significantly grown in stature as India's foremost all-rounder and according to former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, the swashbuckling cricketer from Baroda provides the team with invaluable balance and will play a crucial role in the upcoming ODI World…

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023

India is trying to improve on chasing on slow turners, says Shubman Gill

Washington Sundar's addition to the Asia Cup Final squad ahead of R. Ashwin indicates he is ahead in India's World Cup scheme. Sundar's offspin and lower-order batting prowess is key to India's success on slow turners. India is working to improve batting on such pitches, as seen in their loss…

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

Jonny May driven by fear ahead of Japan clash as England urged to avoid returning to ‘zero’ after opening win

The 33-year-old knows defeat to Japan would see the positive mood swiftly slip away

Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023

Cricket should be controlled by the ICC, not by a country or an individual: Former SL captain Arjuna Ranatunga

Cricket should be controlled by the ICC, not by a country or an individual: Former SL captain Arjuna Ranatunga. Arjuna Ranatunga, the 1996 World Cup-winning captain, has lambasted the global and continental governing bodies for letting powerful boards dominate the cricket ecosystem. Ranatunga even took a dig at former cricketers…

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

England inspired by tennis world in bid to serve up Rugby World Cup win over Japan

Steve Borthwick’s side are based at Patrick Mouratoglou’s tennis academy ahead of their latest Pool D clash

Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023

Maro Itoje will take England victories at the World Cup ‘by any means necessary’

England did not score a try in their opening victory over Argentina.

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023

Wales vs Portugal LIVE: Rugby World Cup result and reaction as Morgan and Lake score tries

Wales 28-8 Portugal: Warren Gatland’s side secured a bonus point win in a tight contest against Portugal

The Independent UK · 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

India vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2023 Final: India hope to end five-year wait for a title triumph

Rohit Sharma's Indian team enters the Asia Cup final on Sunday as strong contenders to break their five-year trophy drought in multi-nation events, despite lingering uncertainties. While Axar Patel's recurrent injuries remain a concern for the Indian team, Sri Lanka face a more significant setback with the absence of their…

The Times of India · Sep 16, 2023