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T20 World Cup: Suryakumar turning out to be the one taking India to totals which can be defended, says Gavaskar
On Sunday, Suryakumar enthralled 82,000 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in a death overs batting masterclass of 25-ball 61 not out. He set the base for a 71-run thrashing of Zimbabwe to set up a semi-final showdown with England at Adelaide Oval on Thursday.
T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma a good puller of the ball, but it has got him into trouble, reckons Sunil Gavaskar
But in the ongoing T20 World Cup, where fast bowlers have called the shots from the word go, Rohit hasn't been able to get the big starts for India in the power-play. Though they have now qualified for the semifinals, Rohit's form will be a cause of worry, making 89 runs in just five matches at an average of 17.
Virat Kohli earns his maiden ICC Player of the Month award for his T20 World Cup exploits in October
Virat Kohli was elected winner following a global vote conducted among media representatives, ICC Hall of Famers, former international players, and fans registered at icc-cricket.com.
Australians were so emotionless; it would have been a miracle had they made the semifinals: Simon O'Donnell
Australia, who were the defending champions and firm favourites to win the trophy at home, suffered a massive 89-run loss at the hands of New Zealand and then their abandoned match against England followed by their lacklustre win against Afghanistan -- where they had to really boost their net run rate -- ended their campaign prematurely, with New Zealand and England making the last-four from Group 1.
Gunathilaka was moments away from leaving for Sydney airport when he was dragged out of team bus: Report
Gunathilaka, who was ruled out of the T20 World Cup in the first round itself with a hamstring injury, was replaced in the squad. The 31-year-old, who has played eight Tests, 47 ODIs and 46 T20Is, however remained with the side during its campaign.
Asian Elite Boxing: Shiva Thapa secures historic 6th medal, Hassamuddin, Govind Sahani too reach semis
Thapa (63.5kg) was contesting the quarterfinals against Minsu Choi of South Korea and began the bout effectively, using his quick feet and powerful jabs to assert control over his opponent. The Indian boxer enhanced his attacking dominance as the game progressed and had Choi on the ropes for the majority of the match.
ISL 2022-23: ATK Mohun Bagan, Mumbai City share points after 2-2 draw
The draw takes Mumbai City FC to 9 points and lifts them into third place, 4 points behind Hyderabad FC. ATK Mohun Bagan FC are now fifth in the table, level on points with Chennaiyin FC.
T20 World Cup: I am not trying anything different, says Suryakumar Yadav
Against Zimbabwe, when India were in trouble after losing three quick wickets, Suryakumar changed the tempo of the match yet again with absolutely insane striking of the ball. He hit six fours and four sixes in a death overs batting masterclass at a strike-rate of 244 to end up with 61 not out off just 25 balls.
Paris Masters: Holger Rune stuns Novak Djokovic to clinch men's single title
Having dropped the first set, Dane recovered from 0/40 in the opening game of the second and a 1-3 deficit in the third, saving six break points in the final game as he dug deep to defeat Djokovic and claim the biggest title of his young career in dramatic fashion.
Aaron Finch to play BBL before deciding on international future
The 35-year old, who retired from ODIs in September, will have no international commitments until next August when Australia have T20s in South Africa. The next T20 World Cup is in West Indies and the USA in mid-2024 when Finch will be 37.
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