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ICC Suspends Sri Lanka's Membership Due to Government Interference
This significant development unfolded just a day after Sri Lanka's campaign in the 2023 Men's ODI World Cup in India concluded with a five-wicket defeat to New Zealand in Bengaluru.
Virat Kohli's Approach: I Practice Shots to Score Runs and Secure Wins for the Team
He discussed strategic refinements aimed at enhancing not only his individual performance but also contributing to the team's chances of victory.
Men’s ODI WC: Babar Azam Expresses Determination Towards Unlikely Semi-Final Qualification
Interestingly, in the 2019 Men’s ODI World Cup in England, Pakistan needed to beat Bangladesh by nearly 316 runs at Lord's to surpass New Zealand on Net Run Rate and secure a spot in the semifinals.
CLOSE IN: What a Maximo- Hats Off Glen Maxwell
One never then imagined how relevant the word would be, when Glen Maxwell played the innings of his life and one that will be remembered for years to come.
Adam Zampa's Rise to Glory in the ICC ODI World Cup
Zampa's remarkable performance in Dubai, finishing with 13 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 5.81, established him as Australia's go-to spinner in major ICC tournaments.
Rachin Ravindra and Hayley Matthews Named ICC Players of the Month for October 2023
Rachin Ravindra secured his first ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for his outstanding performances in the group stages of the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup in India.
Men's ODI WC: Semifinal Outlook Defined as New Zealand Defeats Sri Lanka
The victory positions New Zealand as one of the top four teams alongside India, South Africa, and Australia, sealing their semi-final berth.
Sri Lanka's Parliament Votes Unanimously for Management Removal to Sack 'Corrupt' Cricket Board Management
While the decision's legality against a private sports body operating under the International Cricket Council (ICC) remains uncertain, a minister cautioned that such interference might lead to an ICC ban on SLC. This concern was raised during the parliamentary discussions.
World Cup 2023: New Zealand's Path to Semifinals Cleared by Bowlers in 5-Wicket Win over Sri Lanka
In the end, New Zealand's dominant performance with both bat and ball secured their place in the top four of the points table. Only a monumental victory for either Pakistan or Afghanistan in their final matches could potentially displace the Kiwis from the semifinals.
Men’s ODI World Cup: Kusal Perera Sets Record with Fastest Fifty Against New Zealand
Perera achieved his fifty in just 22 balls, sharing the honor of the joint-second fastest half-century by a Sri Lankan in World Cup history with Dinesh Chandimal.
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