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CWC 2023: SKY needs minor mindset shift to crack ODI code - AB de Villiers

Former South African captain AB de Villiers feels that India's No. 1 T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav needs a slight tweak in his mindset in order to replicate his success in the 50-over format. The world No. 1 in shortest format, who has managed to hold onto his spot in India's squad for the upcoming World Cup, averages a poor 24.33 in ODIs, with only two half-centuries in 24 innings with a strike-rate of 101.38. Suryakumar himself has referred to numbers as "really bad". Suryakumar, who has modelled his batting in De Villiers 360-degree hitting style, has found a fan in the South African. "You guys know I'm a big fan (of Surya). He plays in a similar manner to how I used to play, but in ODIs, he hasn't cracked it yet," the South African said on his YouTube channel 'AB de Villiers 360'. "It is a tiny little mind switch that he's got to make, and he's got all the ability and capabilities that he needs to do that," he added. "I am very relieved to see SKY in the World Cup squad, I'm ve

Moon mission, G20, cricket World Cup…great year for India: UK PM Sunak

In India, just this year, the moon mission, what an extraordinary success, this G20, which is going to be a huge success and, of course, said British PM

England vs New Zealand 1st ODI playing 11: Roy not playing; No Boult for NZ

England's Gus Atkinson will make his ODI debut in Cardiff today

CWC 2023: Chahal, Arshdeep missing in India World Cup squad - Harbhajan

Indian duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh should have been picked in the 15-member squad for the upcoming ODI World Cup, said former Indian offspinner Harbhajan Singh on Thursday. Chahal and Arshdeep were overlooked from the Indian squad, which was announced by the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee on Tuesday. "I think there are two people missing in this team. First, Yuzvendra Chahal, and second, Arshdeep Singh. Because a left-arm seamer, if he can bring the new ball inside, it makes it useful in the game," Harbhajan said during a virtual press conference organised by Star Sports. "If he can get two wickets early in the game, I'm not saying that right-handers can't do that, but a left-hand seamer can get an actual angle to get the wicket." Citing the example of Australia's Mitchell Starc, he said: "You can see how Shaheen Shah Afridi or Mitchell Starc, they have a huge impact on the game. "When Australia won the World Cup, Mitchell Starc had a huge impact on the games;

Pressure on 'unsettled' India to win World Cup at home: Shoaib Akhtar

Playing at home, and with intense media scrutiny, will put the Indian cricket team under a lot of pressure in the upcoming World Cup, feels former Pakistan pace bowler Shoaib Akhtar. Akhtar added the stage is set perfectly for Pakistan, the No. 1 ODI side, to lift the trophy and give the country something to cheer about amid the serious economic situation. India's performance in ICC events has left much to be desired as they have yet to win a world title since the 2013 Champions Trophy triumph under Mahendra Singh Dhoni. "Pakistan's going to be all lonely there (in India). Having said that, they will be under no pressure. Playing at home, in front of own crowd, all the pressure will be on India; we will do better," Akhtar said during a virtual press conference organised by Star Sports. "All the stadiums will be packed, and more than two billion people will be following the live action on TV or social media and what not. The Indian media will put an incredible amount of pressure on

Not picked in India's World Cup squad, Chahal joins Kent for County cricket

India's ace leg spinner Yuzevendra Chahal who was not named in the squad for the ODI World Cup 2023, has joined County side Kent to play red-ball cricket in England

Marsh backs "GOAT" Warner as Australia name final 15 for the ODI World Cup

In-form Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has backed "GOAT" David Warner to continue opening the innings, conceding that he expects to bat in the middle order. Marsh's impressive form across formats this year had led to talks that the all-rounder would compete with Warner and Travis Head for the opener's spot at the World Cup in India next month. "I expect to bat middle order," Marsh told AAP (Australian Associated Press). "Things may change, but Davey is literally one of the GOATs (greatest of all time) of one-day cricket and white-ball cricket in general. "We have Travis Head and Australia's best-ever all-three-format player there, so I dare say I probably won't be opening the batting," added Marsh, who is leading the team in white-ball series against South Africa. Warner, who has played most of his 142 ODIs batting at the top, returns to the squad for the five-match ODI series against South Africa, starting on Thursday in Bloemfontein. Marsh, on the other hand, has been on

It's provisional: England coach hints Brook's return to World Cup squad

After brilliant showing in the T20s against New Zealand, Harry Brook, who was left out of England's ODI World Cup provisional squad, has been named in the squad for the ODI series against Blackcaps

World Cup: BCCI to release 400,000 tickets, next phase sale on September 8

After high demand for World Cup tickets during the first seven phases, BCCI decided to release 400,000 tickets in another phase on September 08, 2023

Will Dravid seek renewal of contract if BCCI offer him one after World Cup?

His two-year contract will expire at the end of ODI World Cup but head coach Rahul Dravid's future will be followed keenly in case the Indian team lifts the coveted trophy. It is a foregone conclusion that Dravid will be one of the fall guys if India cannot at least make it to the title clash as a mere semi-final appearance wouldn't be considered good enough. BCCI may search for a coach again and it will be interesting to see if 'The Wall' will be keen on a renewal of contract -- partial or full -- in case Board supremo Jay Shah offers a fresh deal. There is a school of thought that Dravid, in case he is keen, should continue as the red ball coach with South Africa (away) and England (home series) series scheduled very close to the World Cup. There is no harm in having separate coaches for limited overs and Test format moving into the next cycle post World Cup, just like England have Brendon McCullum (red ball) and Matthew Mott (white ball). Dravid has been given breaks from ...

Injured Cummins, Smith, Starc and Maxwell in Australia's provisional squad

Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell were all included in Australia's 15-member provisional squad despite injuries while bowling all-rounder Sean Abbott earned his maiden World Cup call-up. Cummins and Smith are nursing wrist injuries they picked up during the Ashes, while Starc and Maxwell are out with a groin problem and ankle issue respectively. Of the quartet, only Cummins is in the ODI squad to face South Africa, starting Thursday. However, his participation is also doubtful. All four are in a race against time to get fit for the marquee event, staring in India on October 5. "All are well placed to come back online in the coming weeks and potentially for selection in the upcoming series against India," selection chief George Bailey said. "There are eight one-day matches still to play in South Africa and India before the final squad is due to be declared. "They are followed by two World Cup practice games, which offers plenty of opportunity to continue t

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South African keeper-batsman de Kock to retire from ODIs after World Cup

De Kock's BBL contract clashing with South Africa's ODI commitments with India seems to be the most focal point leading to the wicket-keeper batters' decision to retire from ODIs

India World Cup squad analysis: KL Rahul selected, Chahal remains sidelined

Team India named the final 15 that will represent the nation in the all-important ODI World Cup, starting October 5, 2023 onwards

Mahindra to sponsor ICC Cricket World Cup on Star Sports, Disney Hotstar

Mahindra & Mahindra on Tuesday said it will be an associate sponsor with Star Sports for the ICC cricket world cup which starts next month. As the broadcast associate sponsor for Star Sports and co-powered sponsor for Disney+Hotstar during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, the auto major aims to reach vast audience across its key target markets, solidifying its visibility throughout the cricketing season, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) said in a statement. "This sponsorship is a key milestone in our mission to connect deeply with the passion of millions of Indians," Rajesh Jejurikar, M&M Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer, Auto & Farm Sectors, stated. The automaker sees a strong synergistic resonance between its SUVs and tractor brands and the vibrant spirit of Indian cricket, he added. The World Cup will get underway on October 5 and the final will be played on November 19.

BCCI announces India's squad for World Cup 2023; KL Rahul in, Chahal out

India has picked seven batters, four bowlers and four all-rounders for the ODI World Cup

World Cup: Recovering Kane Williamson to be selected in New Zealand's squad

Kane Williamson who led New Zealand to their first-ever World Cup final in 2019, will be available to lead the Blackcaps again as he will be selected in their squad for the 2023 ODI World Cup

Asia Cup: Form over name for Gambhir, wants Kishan in playing 11 over Rahul

Ishan Kishan has "done everything" to earn a place ahead of KL Rahul for the World Cup and the Karnataka batter would not even have been considered if he was competing with Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli, says Gautam Gambhir. Kishan scored a crucial 82 to arrest India's slide in their Asia Cup opener against Pakistan on Saturday, a game which was washed out but witnessed the wicketkeeper-batter recording his fourth consecutive ODI fifty. At No 5, Kishan's knock against Pakistan not only rescued India but made him a firm favourite for the wicketkeeper-batter position ahead of Rahul, who is missing the starting stages of the continental tournament due to an injury. Gambhir said India should prefer "form over name" for the World Cup with the host country's squad expected to be announced by Tuesday. "Tell me something, what is more important to win a championship name or form? If Rohit (Sharma) or Virat (Kohli) had scored something similar (four consecutive fifties), would you still say

KL Rahul to be included in India's World Cup squad, Samson misses out

Having received a clearance certificate on his fitness from the NCA, KL Rahul is set to be included in India's 15-member provisional World Cup squad, which will be announced on Sunday. Rahul has been recuperating at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru post a thigh surgery, and he will have one final round of fitness drills before flying out to Sri Lanka to join the Indian team for the ongoing Asia Cup. It is understood that the NCA trainers and the team management have been left with little doubt after Rahul batted extensively at nets and in the match simulation process. India was expected to announce their World Cup-bound 15 on September 4 ahead of the September 5 cut off date. But the selectors decided to go ahead with the announcement after Rahul received the fitness clearance. He can be expected to keep wickets too in the World Cup. Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar had reached Pallekele on Saturday, and it is understood that he held discussions with captain Rohit Shar

Harry Brook states case again for Cricket World Cup, stars in another win

Harry Brook could hardly be doing any more to convince England to take him to the Cricket World Cup. Brook smashed 67 off 36 balls, teaming up with Jonny Bairstow, 86 not out off 60, to help England post a total of 198-4 that proved too much for New Zealand in the second Twenty20 of the four-match series on Friday. The New Zealanders were dismissed for 103, losing by 95 runs in Manchester to fall 2-0 behind in the series. Brook starred in the first T20, too, when he hit 43 not out off 27 balls in England's seven-wicket win in Durham on Wednesday. Dovetailed with his stunning performances in the latest edition of The Hundred, Brook is delivering quite the riposte across the shorter formats to being left out of England's provisional 15-man squad for the 50-over World Cup in India starting next month. England selectors preferred other batters in the middle order because of the versatility they provide No. 3 Dawid Malan can also open, Liam Livingstone offers spin bowling but Brook i