cricket

Bangladesh’s win over Afghanistan a ‘real upset’, says Aakash Chopra

The Afghans are currently fifth in the 10-team table with wins over England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the Netherlands.
4 November 2023, 11:43 AM

After Bangladesh, Sri Lanka cancel practice over filthy Delhi air

New Delhi topped a real-time list of the world's most polluted cities compiled by Swiss group IQAir, which put the city's air quality index (AQI) at 640 in the "hazardous" category on Friday. 
4 November 2023, 11:31 AM

Labuschagne hits fifty after Australia lose four against England

Five-time winners Australia slipped to 129-4 in 26 overs after being invited to bat at the world's biggest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad.
4 November 2023, 11:01 AM

A taste of Kohli’s favourite ‘chole bhature’

“Yes, Virat Kohli, Ishant Sharma eat at this restaurant. But Kohli doesn’t come here by himself any more.”
4 November 2023, 07:47 AM

England better 'man for man' than Australia, says Root

The defending champions have just one win from six matches and a loss to Australia in Ahmedabad on Saturday will confirm that their meek title defence is over.
4 November 2023, 03:34 AM

Saudi Arabia eyes stake in $30 bln IPL - Bloomberg News

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's advisers have spoken to Indian government officials about moving the IPL into a holding company valued at as much as $30 billion
3 November 2023, 15:05 PM

Babar not winning matches like Kohli, says Afridi

Afridi zeroed in on Babar’s failure to win matches for Pakistan with the bat, which the likes of Kohli and KL Rahul have been doing for hosts India.
2 November 2023, 13:12 PM

Fans approach me for selfie with ‘Superstar’ Rashid, says Shahidi

Shahidi’s performances so far in this World Cup have forced everyone to take notice of the southpaw. 
2 November 2023, 12:00 PM

Semifinal hopes finally over for Tigers with Pakistan loss 

Another Sorry display with the bat saw Bangladesh get bundled out for 204 after opting to bat first against Pakistan in their ICC World Cup encounter at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday.  
31 October 2023, 08:21 AM

Towhid returns as Bangladesh bat first against Pakistan

Bangladesh have made just one change, bringing in batter Towhid Hridoy in place of Mahedi Hasan in a bid to strengthen the fragile batting line-up.
31 October 2023, 07:56 AM

Race to semis: India lead way, Afghans emerge as wild cards

All 10 teams are still just about in the hunt to claim a place in the knockout stages, with no team yet to be mathematically eliminated – even defending champions England.
31 October 2023, 05:19 AM

Warner enjoying making doubters 'look stupid' at World Cup

Warner is second on the runs list at the tournament with 413 at an average of 68.83, behind Quinton de Kock (431).
31 October 2023, 04:21 AM

Afghanistan field first against SL in crucial WC match

The winner of today’s match will take the fifth spot in the points-table, two points behind No.4 Australia.
30 October 2023, 08:15 AM

Bangladesh announce squad for Pak WODIs

Sumaiya Akter and Nishita Akter Nishi are the two new inclusions in the ODI team.
30 October 2023, 05:56 AM

Indian pace attack best in the world: Akram

Pakistan bowling great Wasim Akram heaped praises on the lethal Indian pace attack, dubbing them the best in the world right now
30 October 2023, 05:21 AM

India lead the way but no team mathematically out yet

Tournament hosts India are joined by South Africa, New Zealand and Australia in the critical top-four spots on the current Cricket World Cup standings.
30 October 2023, 03:08 AM

England eye Champions Trophy carrot

The 2019 champions stay rooted to the bottom of the 10-team table after succumbing to their fifth defeat in six matches against hosts India on Sunday. 
30 October 2023, 02:57 AM

England coach Mott blasts dressing room unrest claims

Mott's claims came after former England captain Eoin Morgan insisted that there were splits in the camp which were causing the champions to under-perform.
30 October 2023, 02:51 AM

What’s even the point of having a cricket team?

Fans have limited patience, and cricket fans are being pushed dangerously close to the limit.
30 October 2023, 02:00 AM

What went wrong in Chandika’s planning?

Bangladesh head coach Chandika Hathurusingha was expected to erect a plan that would streamline a path for the Tigers to reach their dream semifinal in the ongoing ICC World Cup when he was reappointed to the helm for a second time in January.
29 October 2023, 18:00 PM