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Bangladesh board terms Indo-Pak 'reserve day' decision as 'unanimous'

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has termed Asian Cricket Council's decision to have an exclusive reserve day for India versus Pakistan 'Super Four' game as "unanimous" and taken only after getting consent from all four cricket boards. Expressing his displeasure, Sri Lanka head coach Chandika Hathurusingha on Friday had termed "not ideal" as Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood also had expressed his surprise on the eve of their Super 4 clash. But hours after their coach's comments, BCB made a surprising announcement saying that the precautionary measure had, in fact, received unanimous approval from all four participating teams in the Super 4 stage. "A reserve day for India Pakistan contest in Super 11 Asia Cup Super 4 stage has been added that effectively revised the Asia Cup playing condition," BCB posted on their social media account 'X', formerly twitter. "To clarify on the position, the decision was taken with the consent of all four participating teams and ACC," it added. The Asian

Asia Cup, IND vs PAK: Reserve day added for India vs Pakistan Super 4 game

Asia Cup final only had the reserve day, but the India and Pakistan match has been given an exception.

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

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 ...

ICC ODI Rankings: Shubman Gill breaks into top three, Kishan improves

Indian batters Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan made significant improvements in the latest ICC ODI Rankings for men's batters after their impressive performances in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023

Asia Cup 2023: BCCI VP Shukla says PCB demanded cricketing ties resumption

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny and vice-president Rajeev Shukla arrived at the Attari-Wagah border in Amritsar on Wednesday after their visit to Pakistan

Asia Cup, IND vs PAK: Skipper Rohit Sharma loses cool in press conference

On being asked a question about Asia Cup's India vs Pakistan clash during India's World Cup squad announcement, Rohit lost his cool and told reporters not to ask such questions

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

Virendra Sehwag wants 'Bharat' branded on cricketers' jerseys for world cup

The official invitation sent to delegates of G20 referred to the head of state as 'President of Bharat', sparking controversy

Asia Cup 2023: Super Four, final matches to stay in Colombo confirms ACC

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Tuesday decided to keep the Asia Cup Super 4 and final matches in Colombo itself as the weather in the Sri Lankan capital has shown signs of improvement. It has been speculated over the last few days that the Super 4 and final games of the Asia Cup could be shifted to Hambantota after heavy rains lashed Colombo. The PTI has been informed that the ACC held parleys with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), hosts Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the official broadcaster before arriving at the decision to keep the matches in Colombo itself. The broadcaster too has explained the difficulties to relocate their equipment and staff to Hambantota, a deep Southern district, at such a short notice. In fact, it was SLC who suggested Hambantota as an alternate venue for the five Asia Cup Super 4 matches and the final as the city has been experiencing a drought over the last few weeks. The Sri Lanka-leg of Super 4 will be started with a game between India and Pakistan on

Asia Cup 2023: India vs Pakistan on September 10, arch-rivals in Super Four

After thumping Nepal by 10 wickets, India qualified for the Super Four of Asia Cup 2023 and will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in a re-match of the group A encounter on September 10 in Colombo

Asia Cup 2023, IND vs NEP Highlights: India thump Nepal, reach Super Four

India vs Nepal, Asia Cup Highlights: India skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill hit outstanding fifties while Ravindra Jadeja took 3/40 as India thumped Nepal by 10 wickets to reach Super Four

Asia Cup 2023, IND vs NEP Playing 11: Shami replaces Bumrah in India's XI

India make one forced change: Mohammed Shami comes in for Jasprit Bumrah in India's Playing 11.

Jasprit Bumrah and his wife Sanjana Ganesan blessed with a baby boy

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah and his wife Sanjana Ganesan are blessed with a baby boy."Our little family has grown & our hearts are fuller than we could ever imagine! This morning we welcomed our little boy, Angad Jasprit Bumrah into the world. We are over the moon and can't wait for everything this new chapter of our lives brings with it ❤️ - Jasprit and Sanjana," posted Bumrah on his official X handle, previously known as Twitter.https://twitter.com/Jaspritbumrah93/status/1698559874811228220The speedster left for Mumbai amid the ongoing Asia Cup due to personal reasons.The Indian cricketer is expected to be back in time for the Super Stage of the tournament, starting from September 6 onwards. Pace veteran Mohammed Shami, who did not play in the first clash against Pakistan at Kandy, could replace him during the match against Nepal.Bumrah had just made his international cricket return after over 10 months from injury during India's T20I series against Ireland as a captain. ..

Asia Cup: What happens If India vs Nepal match is washed out due to rain

If the India vs Nepal match is washed out, India will qualify for Super Four with two points to their kitty

Asia Cup 2023, India vs Nepal: Kandy weather forecast today (September 4)

It rained the entire night on September 03, 2023, in Pallekele, Kandy, Sri Lanka. The weather forecast for today (September 04) is changing with chances of rainfall throughout the day

Asia Cup 2023, IND vs NEP: Bumrah not available for Nepal game; here's why

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who made a comeback in international cricket with the Ireland series, would return to India from the Asia Cup due to personal reasons

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