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[ad_1] Netherlands' Logan van Beek celebrates after taking the wicket of South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen during the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup ODI match between South Africa and the Netherlands at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on October 17, 2023. — AFP The Netherlands defeated a strong South Africa by 38 runs Tuesday at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala, India, in a major upset in the ongoing World Cup 2023. This was the Dutch side's first win in the mega event. The Netherlands, who had previously stunned Africa in the T20 World Cup 2022, once again proved to be a formidable opponent for South Africa, creating problems for Temba Bavuma’s men right from the beginning of their innings. South Africa had a disastrous start, finding themselves at 44-4 in just 11.2 overs, with reliable batters such as Bavuma, Quinton de Kock, Rassie van der Dussen, and Aidan Markram all returning to the pavilion. Scott

[ad_1] Former Indian cricketer-turned-commentator, Aakash Chopra, showered praise on the exceptional performance of Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi throughout the ongoing ICC 2023 World Cup scheduled in India.  Unlike the statement expressed by former Indian cricketer, Ravi Shastri, Chopra lauded Afridi for his remarkable achievements so far he has accomplished. While speaking on his Youtube channel, the former cricketer highlighted Afridi's impressive numbers against Bangladesh and commended his swift journey to the milestone of 100 One Day International (ODI) wickets.  "The way Shaheen started here, his numbers are very good against Bangladesh, he is doing very well in this tournament and has reached the landmark (100 ODI wickets) very quickly. He picked up wickets with the new ball and the way he dismissed Mahmudullah with the old ball, I thought that was beautiful," Chopra said. The 46-year-old was notably captivated by the left-arm pacer's excepti

[ad_1] Indian batsman Shubman Gill has not recovered from dengue fever and will miss his team’s second ICC World Cup 2023 match against Afghanistan, officials said Monday. Gill sat out the hosts’ six-wicket victory against Australia in Chennai on Sunday and will stay back in the southern Indian city “under the supervision of the medical team”. “Team India batter Shubman Gill will not be travelling with the team to Delhi on 9th October 2023,” the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said in a statement. Rohit Sharma’s India will face Afghanistan at New Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday. The team will then leave for Ahmedabad for the hotly-anticipated fixture against arch-rivals Pakistan on Saturday.   [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/stports/icc-world-cup-shubman-gill-to-miss-indias-match-against-afghanistan-such-tv/?feed_id=314072&_unique_id=66c12ce3f3e74

[ad_1] Less than six months after knee surgery threatened to rule him out of next month's ODI World Cup, the goal of captaining New Zealand in India has been the key driver in getting Kane Williamson through his recovery. The 33-year-old tore the cruciate ligament in his right knee playing for Indian Premier League side Gujarat Titans in April, which looked to have scuppered his chances of making the showpiece tournament. However, intense rehab work has meant a speedy recovery. New Zealand is set to play their first warm-up match against Pakistan on Friday. "It's [about] working through those warm-up games to get as much out of it as I can - personally and as a team - without sort of bothering too much," Williamson said on Wednesday before Kiwis departure for India.  "There is a strong desire to basically be involved in those as much as I can; we've got two of them before our first competition game. And basically, it's just wanting to progres

[ad_1] Captain Babar Azam (C) along with teammates attends a practice session on the eve of their 2023 ICC Men´s Cricket World Cup one-day international (ODI) match against Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 22, 2023. —AFP CHENNAI: The Pakistan cricket team has made two changes in the “do-or-die” match against South Africa played at Chennai’s M Chidambaram Stadium today, sources told Geo News . Hasan Ali is not well and will likely be replaced by Mohammad Wasim Jr who will be playing his first match of the the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz is another change that Pakistan will make axing leg-spinner Usama Mir. Babar Azam and Co are in a crunch situation after losing three consecutive matches which derailed their World Cup campaign and are currently placed six in the points table. After starting brightly with wins over the Netherlands and Sri Lanka, the 1992 champions have been well beaten by India and Australia before b

[ad_1] A photograph of the ICC World Cup 2023 trophy with the Taj Mahal in the background. — ICC BANGLORE: In a historic first, India as the lone host of the ICC Men's World Cup 2023 is reaping massive financial rewards in the process, reported The News on Sunday. A study stated that the country, through their earnings from the mega cricket event, is poised to collect over Rs660 billion in Pakistani currency, which is equivalent to $2.6 billion, adding a whopping amount of funds to its already wealthy cricket board. Meanwhile, the 2019 World Cup, which took place in England, contributed $350 million to Britain's economy. Previously, India has had the privilege of co-hosting World Cups alongside Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. But this is the first time, the country is the sole host for the mega tournament with 48 matches being played in ten of its cities, including the world's largest cricket venue in Ahmedabad, the Narendra Modi Stadium, which has a record-bre

[ad_1] Bangladesh kicked off their ICC World Cup 2023 campaign with a thumping six-wicket victory over Afghanistan, courtesy of an all-round performance by Mehidy Hasan Miraz here on Saturday. Mehidy Hasan Miraz returned with figures of 3-25 in the first innings to help his side bundle Afghanistan for a meagre 156. He then scored an anchoring half-century during Bangladesh’s pursuit of the target. Set to chase 157, Bangladesh started the innings with two early wickets inside seven overs at a total of 27. Miraz and Najmul Hossain Shanto then knitted an anchoring 97-run partnership off 129 to put Bangladesh in a comfortable position After being put into bat, Afghanistan had a decent start with opening batters putting up 47 runs on board within nine overs. They lost their first wicket when Ibrahim Zadran (22) attempted to sweep Shakib Al Hasan but a top edge flew to Tanzid Hasan. Rahmat Shah and skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi scored 18 each to support a settled Rahmanullah Gur

[ad_1] Shaheen Afridi's struggle to regain his form continued during the highly anticipated World Cup 2023 match between Pakistan and India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.  Despite being a significant threat to the Indian top order in the past, the tall left-arm seamer couldn't make an impact as India secured a resounding seven-wicket victory, chasing a modest target of 192. Anticipation was high for the clash between Shaheen and the Indian top order, particularly Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli. Known for his late movement and ability to trouble right-handed batsmen, Shaheen was expected to challenge the Indian batting lineup. However, his form had been a concern leading up to the crucial India game, having only taken two wickets for 103 runs in the opening matches against Netherlands and Sri Lanka. In the match against India, Indian skipper immediately took on Shaheen, hitting a boundary off the very first ball. Although Shaheen managed to di

[ad_1] India's captain Rohit Sharma (left) with Pakistan skipper Babar Azam stand beside the trophy during the Captains' Day event at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, India on October 4, 2023. — AFP With both India and Pakistan coming of comprehensive World Cup wins against Australia and Sri Lanka, respectively, it is imperative to look into the likely playing XIs of the two cricketing giants who are set to lock horns in the much-anticipated match on Saturday (tomorrow) in Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi stadium. With both teams set to compete in their eighth World Cup match, Pakistan are coming after securing a record-breaking win against Sri Lanka, whereas the Men in Blue too, will take on the Green Shirts after dismantling Australia and Afghanistan. Both teams have secured victories in their initial two matches of the tournament, albeit in different manners. India managed a low-scoring triumph against Australia and effortlessly chased down a slightly below-par t

[ad_1] Pakistan's pre-World Cup team-bonding trip to Dubai has been canceled due to unforeseen delays in obtaining travel visas for their visit to India in order to participate in the mega-event that is about to commence next month. The initial plan for the Pakistan team was to depart for the UAE next week, spending a few days there before heading to Hyderabad. This was in preparation for their inaugural warm-up match against New Zealand scheduled for September 29. However, due to ongoing visa delays, the team is now set to depart from Lahore to Dubai early next Wednesday and then proceed to Hyderabad for their preparations.  This unforeseen situation has raised concerns within the team, highlighting the complexities and challenges surrounding travel and diplomacy between Pakistan and India. According to ESPNcricinfo, Pakistan is the sole team among the nine sides traveling to India for the World Cup still awaiting visas, shedding light on the strained political relatio

[ad_1] Pakistan´s Mohammad Rizwan watches the ball after playing a shot during the 2023 ICC Men´s Cricket World Cup ODI match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on October 10, 2023.— AFP Pakistan's wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Rizwan has received praise from fans and experts alike for his remarkable knock during the Green Shirts' second outing of the ongoing World Cup 2023 after the top order batter displayed incredible courage "fighting" his way through cramps to score a much-needed century for the Men in Green. Coming at number four after Pakistan suffered early blows as skipper Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq departed early, Rizwan anchored the innings with an unbeaten 176-run partnership with Abdullah Shafique. Rizwan — who fought his way through cramps for his ton — has received praise and recognition from netizens who have been left in awe of the wicketkeeper's resilience and grit. [ad_2

[ad_1]  Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman celebrates after reaching his century during match with New Zealand on November 4, 2024. — AFP  After top-order batter Fakhar Zaman's fireworks steered Pakistan to victory in the crucial match against New Zealand, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Management Committee Board Chairman Zaka Ashraf announced a prize money of Rs1,000,000 (Rs1 million) for the prolific cricketer. Smashing eight boundaries and 11 sixes — equalling former skipper Shahid Afridi's ODI record — Fakhar hit a blistering century — the fastest from any Pakistani in the World Cup — to score an unbeaten 81-ball 126 that helped Pakistan clinch the victory. To laud and appreciate Fakhar's match-winning knock, Ashraf talked to the 33-year-old batter on the phone and expressed hope to see more such performances from him. He also expressed his wish for Pakistan's success in the upcoming matches and announced the prize money for Fakhar. Pakistan kept their dream to reach

[ad_1] The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had initially announced the cancellation of the Pakistan team's scheduled training session on Tuesday, indicating a strategic move to allow players adequate rest before their crucial ICC ODI World Cup encounter against Australia on October 20 in Bengaluru. However, a subsequent announcement by Pakistan's media manager was made, stating that the squad would, in fact, engage in a training session at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Tuesday, spanning from 6 to 8 pm. Amidst the preparations for the pivotal clash match against Australia, Abdullah Shafique is currently grappling with an illness, marked by a fever. In addition, sources within the team disclosed that both Shaheen Afridi and Usama Mir had previously exhibited symptoms of fever, but have since recuperated. The Pakistan team's media manager elucidated on the situation, stating, " Some players got fever in the past few days and most of them have fully recovered from

[ad_1] Pakistan´s Fakhar Zaman watches the ball after playing a shot during the 2023 ICC Men´s Cricket World Cup one-day international (ODI) match between New Zealand and Pakistan at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on November 4, 2023. — AFP   Pakistan were declared winners in the crucial game against New Zealand in the World Cup 2023 on Saturday, as the match was called off due to persistent rain in Bengaluru.  Babar Azam and Co endured a battering by Kiwis' top-order before launching their own onslaught through centurion Fakhar Zaman to win a rain-hit World Cup game by 21 runs via the DLS method on Saturday and stay alive in the hunt for a semi-final spot. Chasing 402 to win the high-stakes clash, Pakistan took the attack to New Zealand as Fakhar hit a blistering century off 63 balls and Babar Azam inched towards his fifty when rain halted play with the score on 160-1 in 21.3 overs. The target was revised to 342 in 41 overs and Fakhar picked up from where he left

[ad_1] Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag raising his bat during a cricket match in this undated image. — AFP/File The much-awaited International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 on Thursday opened at the world's biggest stadium in India's Ahmedabad but the empty stands were a shocking sight for everyone. The netizens trolled India for failing to attract spectators at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Among those who reacted was India's own veteran cricketer Virender Sehwag, who came up with an idea to lure the fans to the stadium. The former Indian opener suggested that the World Cup 2023 organisers should give free tickets to school and college students for matches not featuring India. Taking to Twitter, Sehwag said that better access for youngsters can boost their interest in the sport as the popularity of one-day-internationals currently staggers. "Hopefully after office hours, there should be more people coming in. But for games not featu

[ad_1] Babar Azam addresses his team during Pakistan's match against the Netherlands. — PCB/File Sri Lanka have opted to bat first against Pakistan in the second game of the World Cup for both sides being played at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in India.   Both sides have made one change each for the match.  Pakistan have brought in Abdullah Shafique to replace out of form Fakhar Zaman. While Sri Lanka have benched Kasun Rajitha and replaced him with Maheesh Theekshana. Playing XIs Sri Lanka : Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka Pakistan : Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf Details to follow... [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2

[ad_1] Pakistan's Saud Shakeel during an interview with Geo News in Bengaluru, India, on October 17, 2023. — Reporter BENGALURU: Pakistan's middle-order batter Saud Shakeel said Tuesday his side is focused on the upcoming World Cup 2023 clash against Australia after suffering a defeat against their arch-rivals India. Pakistan were bundled out for 191 against India at Ahmedabad, with the Men In Blue easily chasing the meagre target to improve their World Cup record 8-0. The Men In Green now face Australia on October 20 in Bengaluru, with the Kangaroos just gaining momentum after recording their first win in three World Cup matches against Sri Lanka. Speaking to Geo News ahead of the clash, Shakeel termed the loss against India as "a bad day" and "a thing of the past", and said that the team is focused on their next match and intends to improve their position on the points table. "We played good cricket in the start and won two matches at the begi

[ad_1] The Pakistan Cricket Board has confirmed the team management for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 that will be played in India in October and November. Pakistan begin their campaign on 6 October when they play the Netherlands in Hyderabad.  Player support personnel: Rehan-ul-Haq (team manager), Mickey Arthur (Director – Pakistan men’s team), Grant Bradburn (head coach), Andrew Puttick (batting coach), Morne Morkel (bowling coach), Aftab Khan (fielding coach), Abdul Rehman (assistant coach), Dr Sohail Saleem (team doctor), Drikus Saaiman (strength and conditioning coach), Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Ahsan Iftikhar Nagi (media and digital content manager), Usman Anwari (security manager), Maqbool Ahmad Babri (psychologist), Talha Ejaz (analyst) and Malang Ali (masseur). Pakistan are scheduled to depart for Hyderabad in the wee hours of Wednesday. Babar Azam’s side will play their first warm-up on 29 September against New Zealand and the second and last against A

[ad_1] Pakistan and New Zealand are set to face each other in their upcoming match of ICC World Cup 2023 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday. However, the match is at risk due to anticipated rain.  The match is set to start at 10 am, with rain expected to intermittently affect the game from 11 am onwards. In this crucial clash, New Zealand, currently in fourth place with eight points, will be chasing a spot in the semifinals. They are up against Pakistan, who are in fifth place with six points.  Pakistan is entering the game with the momentum of breaking a four-match losing streak, while New Zealand is facing the challenge of a three-match losing streak. Bengaluru, known for its high-scoring games, is the venue for this encounter. However, recent rain in the area has raised questions about how the weather and pitch conditions will affect the New Zealand and Pakistan clash.   Here's a look at the Bengaluru weather forecast for November 4: There's a

[ad_1] The upcoming Asia Cup 2023 has become a source of concern for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the Indian team has refused to play in Pakistan, threatening the event's significance.  The Pakistan Cricket Board is currently exploring the possibility of relocating the upcoming Asian tournament from its originally scheduled host and is evaluating potential alternate venues in the UAE or Sri Lanka ALSO READ:  Asia Cup: PCB retains hosting rights, Indian matches likely to be held in UAE The Asia Cup is set to take place in the month of September, but with India's reluctance to participate, the PCB may have to find a solution soon. The boycott of the ICC World Cup 2023 scheduled in India is also not feasible due to the expected loss of billions of rupees. PCB officials are looking for a way to salvage the Asia Cup without jeopardizing their position on the Indian team's boycott.  The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management committee, Najam Set