ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
Men's ODI WC: Did not think we can win it till Australia needed 40 off 40, says Cummins after memorable win
With Maxwell blasting 21 boundaries and 10 maximums and Cummins raising 202 runs off 170 balls for the unfinished 8th wicket partnership, Australia scored 293/7 in 46.5 overs and grabbed an improbable three-wicket victory from the jaws of defeat, chasing Afghanistan's score of 291/5 in 50 overs built on a first World Cup century for his country in World Cups by Ibrahim Zadran (129 not out off 143) and an 18-ball 35 by Rashid Khan.
Men’s ODI WC: It wasn't all just chaotic swinging but there was a bit of planning to it, says Maxwell
Australia were reeling at 91/7 in a run-chase of 292 at the Wankhede Stadium, when Maxwell joined hands with Pat Cummins to put on a 202-run stand.
Do the ICC rankings reflect the actual World Cup performances of players?
A research team at IIM Rohtak, which is the only IIM to offer a sports management program argues that the ICC rankings and player performance during the world are not strongly correlated. Therefore, several questions warrant an answer.
Men's ODI World Cup: Shami slams former Pakistan player over "DRS manipulation" claims
Raza while speaking on a Pakistani channel had alleged that India were being given a different set of balls by the ICC and BCCI allowing them to have better effect than anyone else with the ball in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023.
Men’s ODI WC: Shubman Gill Takes Over as the New Top-Ranked Men's ODI Batsman, Replacing Babar Azam
Gill, who missed the first two matches of the World Cup due to dengue, has accumulated 219 runs from six innings, including notable scores of 92 against Sri Lanka in Mumbai and 23 against South Africa in Kolkata.
Men's ODI WC: Glen Maxwell's Unforgettable 201-Run Masterclass Leads Australia to Semifinals
Australia's pursuit of Afghanistan's formidable score of 291/5 appeared to be spiraling into disaster as they tumbled to a precarious 91/7 in the 19th over. However, the narrative of the game took an incredible turn when Glenn Maxwell, alongside captain Pat Cummins, embarked on an astonishing partnership for the 8th wicket.
Legendary Sachin Tendulkar Gives Pep Talk To Afghanistan Ahead Of Crucial Australia Encounter
Afghanistan's remarkable journey in the ongoing CWC has positioned them at the sixth spot with eight points, placing their destiny firmly within their grasp as they aim for a groundbreaking entry into the semi-finals.
‘I felt like I was at war’: Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan defends 'time out’ dismissal of Angelo Mathews
Instead of facing the bowler, Shakib, Mathews signaled for a replacement, prompting Bangladesh to request a 'time out.' Mathews engaged in a discussion with umpires Marais Erasmus and Richard Illingworth, explaining the issue with the helmet strap. He also approached Shakib, who maintained his appeal, ultimately forcing Mathews to leave the field.
‘It was disgraceful, I am completely shocked’: Angelo Mathews slams Bangladesh for his 'time out’ dismissal
Angelo Mathews emphasized that he hadn't done anything wrong and elaborated on the circumstances surrounding his dismissal. Mathews claimed that he was given two minutes to get ready, which he duly adhered to. However, an equipment malfunction related to his helmet strap hindered his preparations.
Stellar Performances by Najmal and Shakib Power Bangladesh to 7-Wicket Victory Over Sri Lanka
Najmul Hossain and Shakib Al Hasan orchestrated a sensational 169-run alliance for the third wicket. Their partnership was the cornerstone as Bangladesh compiled a total of 282/7 in 41.1 overs, following their successful effort to restrict Sri Lanka to 279 in 49.3 overs.
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