Rohit Sharma’s 87 headlines India’s essay on unpredictable Lucknow surface

Rohit Sharma batted on a different pedestal to his peers on a wildly unpredictable Lucknow surface against England as his 101-ball 87 helped India wade past their wobbly start. Suryakumar Yadav then chipped in with a vital 49 that took India to 229 for 8 in 50 overs For the first time in this World…

ByadminOctober 30, 20230Comments

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KL Rahul underscores the value of mental conditioning

It was at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow where, six months ago, KL Rahul suffered an injury that left him needing surgery and missing a considerable amount of international cricket. Now, back as a regular part of the Indian team, Rahul could afford to joke about it, albeit wryly. "I am trying to forget; you…

ByadminOctober 29, 20230Comments

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India-England roulette cut down off high stakes

This was supposed to be the marquee clash of the tournament, between two of the pre-tournament favourties. It's a surprise then we are where we are as India gets ready to take on England, in a clash that could potentially end even the glimmer of hope that the defending champions hold. England themselves have uttered…

ByadminOctober 28, 20230Comments

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Concerns grow over Hardik Pandya’s extended absence

There are growing concerns that Hardik Pandya's absence from the Indian team may extend longer than initially anticipated. His non-participation in the Indian team's optional practice session on Thursday is a clear indication that he won't be available for the upcoming match against England on Sunday. However, there is now serious discussion about the possibility…

ByadminOctober 27, 20230Comments

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Indian team granted a two-day break; to stay put in Dharamsala

The Indian cricket team has been granted a two-day break following their victory over New Zealand in Dharamsala on Sunday (October 22). The team will travel to Lucknow, their next destination for the World Cup, on Wednesday (October 25) after enjoying a couple of days off in the picturesque hill town in the state of…

ByadminOctober 23, 20230Comments

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Shami’s five-fer after Mitchell ton keeps NZ to 273

Daryl Mitchell's career-best 130 and a 159-run third wicket stand with Rachin Ravindra (75) saw New Zealand post 273 in their World Cup 2023 encounter against India in Dharamsala. Helping New Zealand rebuild from a precarious 19/2, Mitchell and Ravindra set a solid platform for the late surge but the hosts pulled things back remarkly…

ByadminOctober 23, 20230Comments

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World Cup Head to Head: India vs New Zealand

14th June, 1975: Glenn Turner leads New Zealand's cruise Abid Ali's individual efforts, both with bat and ball, helped India put up a challenge, but it wasn't enough as New Zealand completed a four-wicket win in Manchester. Batting first, India were reduced to 101/6, before Ali took charge with a knock of 70. He rallied…

ByadminOctober 22, 20230Comments

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‘Why have spinners at all?’: Dravid disputes ‘average’ rating for Chennai, Ahmedabad pitches

Rahul Dravid 'respectfully disagreed' with the 'average' rating for pitches in Chennai and Ahmedabad that hosted India's games against Australia and Pakistan respectively in the ongoing 2023 World Cup. The India head coach reasoned that playing surfaces for ODI games must bring to light different skill sets as opposed to throwing up 350-scores every time.…

ByadminOctober 21, 20230Comments

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Pandya to miss NZ clash due to ankle injury

Hardik Pandya, who sustained an injury on his left ankle during the match against Bangladesh in Pune, won't be travelling with the team to Dharamsala ahead of their match against New Zealand, stated a BCCI media release on Friday (October 20). Following scans to his injured ankle, the all-rounder has been advised to take rest…

ByadminOctober 20, 20230Comments

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The World Cup Pulse

Byte-sized briefings on all things World Cup 2023 October 20 *** Kohli, bowlers devour Bangladesh in Pune Scorecard | Report For the first time (since 2-3), India showed signs of weakness. Momentary weakness. Momentary panic. A momentary absence of a Plan B, when Bangladesh's openers seemed to be running away with it in the first…

ByadminOctober 20, 20230Comments

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