On a high after beating RCB, Delhi Capitals aim for strong showing against Gujarat Giants
Before they take the field for the World Test Championship final on Friday, June 18, Rajneesh Gupta takes a look at India-New Zealand Test encounters in the new century.
India, Australia and England are likely to be joined by South Africa, New Zealand and Sri Lanka in the top division, while Pakistan, the West Indies, Zimbabwe, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Ireland will be placed in the second division.
New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner feels assessing the conditions in Dharamsala and countering an in-form Rohit Sharma will be vital as they eye the "tough" task of beating India at home during their World cup clash on Sunday.
On how long Rohit should play, Azharuddin said it is for a player to decide.
Fast bowler Arundhati Reddy is likely to be fit for India's women's World Cup 2025 opener against Sri Lanka on September 30 after figuring in the second warm-up match against New Zealand and taking two wickets in nine overs on Saturday.
CAB President Snehasish Ganguly said an India vs Pakistan semifinal at the Eden Gardens would be a dream contest.
New Zealand have nothing to lose. It is India who will be under pressure in Sunday's knock-out crossover match against the Black Sticks in the men's Hockey World Cup, says Graham Reid, the home side's head coach.
'We are absolutely delighted that England and Wales has been chosen to host the next three ICC World Test Championship Finals.'
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI against Pakistan on Sunday?
Frustrating to lose wickets to part-timer; SA are doing right to make three finals: Wolvaardt
Jamie Overton returns to the Test line-up for the first time since earning his sole cap against New Zealand at Headingley in June 2022.
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for their first Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh on Thursday?
New Zealand's Chris Gaffaney and Rodney Tucker of Australia will be the on-field officials for the second semi-final of the T20 World Cup between India and England
The three-match ODI series between India and West Indies, scheduled in Ahmedabad from February 6 to 11, will be played behind closed doors owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.
'The 50-over World Cup is still two and a half years away. It is very important to stay in the present.'
Images from Day 2 of the ICC World Test Championship Final between India and New Zealand, at The Hampshire Bowl, in Southampton, on Saturday.
As the Champions Trophy kicks off, some memorable moments from past tournaments.
The BCCI is yet to give its consent to the tentative schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy next year.
Star India pacer Mohammed Siraj, who devastated the West Indies batting lineup with a four-wicket haul on the opening day of the first Test on Thursday, said that he was overjoyed to bowl on a green-top wicket after a long break.
India's women's cricket team will kick off their campaign against New Zealand on October 4 at the Dubai international stadium.
Ignored by the national selectors for T20 set-up, Yashasvi Jaiswal sent another stern reminder to the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee with a blistering 48-ball century as defending champions Mumbai crushed Haryana by four wickets in a high-scoring Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Super League B match, in Ambi, Pune, on Sunday.
With an impressive blend of composure and aggression, Iyer has been a standout performer in the 50-over format, particularly against the Blackcaps.
Now that the two teams have reached the semi-final stage, albeit by taking contrasting routes, an India-Pakistan title clash is being anticipated.
Team India has two members - MS Dhoni and Ishant Sharma - of that victorious 2009 side returning to New Zealand for the One-Day International series, which commences on Sunday. The hosts, however, are almost a completely overhauled unit. The teams may not appear equal on paper but the home advantage is something than should benefit New Zealand. Rajneesh Gupta presents a statistical lowdown of the teams ahead of tour opener in Napier.
'I think we have got a very settled batting lineup. Would not like to shuffle it around too much but when the need arises, you know we are flexible about it.'
For the first time, India claimed all ten wickets of their opponents.
There was large demand for India vs Pakistan, England vs Australia and the final, all of which were oversubscribed at every price band.
India's marquee women's ODI World Cup match against Pakistan will be held at the neutral venue of R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on October 5, the ICC announced on Monday.
The BCCI decided against playing practice games as India is already participating in a three-match ODI series against England.
Perhaps, another Ranji title with Mumbai will be a fitting send off for Ajinkya Rahane.
Pakistan need to win if they are any chance of progressing to the semi-finals in their home tournament after being crushed by New Zealand in their campaign opener.
IMAGES from the Champions Trophy second Semi-final between New Zealand and South Africa played at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Wednesday
Most of the Indian players shied away from sliding to avoid potential injuries in their World Cup match against New Zealand in Dharamsala on Sunday.
A look at India's schedule at the Paris Olympics on Saturday, July 27, 2024:
Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI against New Zealand in Sunday's final?
Pakistan head coach Aaqib Javed has expressed his confidence in the pace trio of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf, saying they will deliver something special in the must-win Champions Trophy clash against India. Despite the absence of Fakhar Zaman, who was ruled out due to an injury, Javed believes the team is well-equipped to handle the pressure and has the potential to overcome the challenge.
Check out the full schedule of the 2023 World Cup and the format for the 10 team tournament.
Will it be an India-South Africa final? Or will it be an Australia-New Zealand final in the 2025 Champions Trophy?
'You cannot come and play for Kerala whenever you feel like.'
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