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Playing India would be challenging if New Zealand are fortunate to secure a semis berth, says Kane Williamson

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson said it'd be challenging to face India in semis; Boult and Ravindra praised Williamson's leadership; Afghanistan & Pakistan need huge wins to qualify.

The Hindu

Virat Kohli is proving his status as one of the all-time greats, says Viv Richards

NEW DELHI: West Indies batting legend Vivian Richards praised Virat Kohli as a remarkable asset to the sport of cricket, highlighting the Indian maestro's ability to navigate through challenging situations due to his exceptional mental strength.

The Times of India

Afghanistan excel in exile at World Cup even if semi-final eludes them

They may not have been able to progress but it has been a breakout tournament for Hashmatullah Shahidi’s nomadic side

The Guardian - UK

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South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream — how to watch Cricket World Cup game online

The South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream from the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 will likely see the end of the involvement of surprise package Afghanistan

Tom’s Guide

Uzbekistan hosts summit of regional economic alliance

An economic grouping that includes several ex-Soviet nations along with Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan and Turkey has held a summit in Uzbekistan, and leaders of member countries have vowed to further expand trade and economic ties

The Independent UK

Analysts warn that Pakistan’s anti-migrant crackdown risks radicalizing deported Afghans

Analysts say that Pakistan’s crackdown on undocumented migrants risks radicalizing Afghans who have been forced out of the country

The Independent UK

Glenn Maxwell will inspire a new generation, says Australia's coach McDonald

Australia coach Andrew McDonald is of the belief that Glenn Maxwell's electrifying display of shotmaking, notably showcased in his explosive double century during Monday's World Cup clash against Afghanistan in Mumbai, will serve as an inspiration for a new generation of cricketers.

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World Cup: Afghanistan still hopeful of semi-final berth, South Africa seek perfect chase

Before their semifinal showdown, South Africa aim to address their struggles in chasing, while Afghanistan are confident in defeating another top team when they clash in an ICC World Cup game this Friday.

The Times of India

World Cup: Josh Hazlewood hopes Glenn Maxwell is fit again to play Bangladesh after miracle of Mumbai

NEW DELHI: Paceman Josh Hazlewood anticipates that Glenn Maxwell will be ready to face Bangladesh in Australia's final round-robin match at the World Cup this weekend, despite the challenging nature of his remarkable innings against Afghanistan on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Missed chances cost us game vs Australia: Jonathan Trott

MUMBAI: Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott was left to rue his side's sloppy fielding after a magnificent Glenn Maxwell double century handed his team a scarcely believable three-wicket loss on Tuesday night.

The Times of India

World Cup 2023 | Maxwell’s Miracle in Mumbai — the greatest ODI innings ever?

What the Australian did at the Wankhede on Tuesday night defied belief; it still does, a day later. It will, years later. It was one of the greatest solo acts in cricket ever and was made possible by his captain Pat Cummins, who is turning into the best non-striker in…

The Hindu

From Tunbridge Wells to the Wankhede: the relationship between superstitions and cricket

It was Kapil Dev back then and it was Glenn Maxwell now. It was 17 for 5 against an unheralded Zimbabwe team full of professionals playing league cricket in England back then and on Tuesday night, it was 91 for 7 against an Afghanistan attack full of T20 league freelancers…

The Hindu

Wish we could have put fielders in the stands for Maxwell: Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott

Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott lamented an ordinary fielding effort and wished there was a rule to station fielders in the stands as Glenn Maxwell's brutal shots kept soaring. Trott admitted his team didn't have the right mindset and conceded they couldn't do much to stop Maxwell's double century.

The Hindu

Virat Kohli hails ‘freak’ Glenn Maxwell’s marvellous double ton against Afghanistan

Virat Kohli hails Glenn Maxwell's 'freak' show with a double-century, calling it one of the best ODI knocks in history. Maxwell defied physical discomfort to take Australia to a three-wicket win, securing their place in the semifinals.

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World Cup 2023 NZ vs SL | Kiwis keen to stay in the semifinal race, meets wounded Sri Lanka

With Australia having sealed a semifinal spot with an epic win on Tuesday night, the race is on to grab the fourth and last remaining berth. New Zealand will emerge as the frontrunner to win this sprint, if the side can post a victory over Sri Lanka at the M.…

The Guardian - UK

The Israel-Hamas war again shows that we need to stop thinking there are military solutions to political problems

Just as in Afghanistan and Iraq, using intense force against paramilitaries is not working. Once more it will have disastrous consequences, says academic Paul Rogers

The Independent UK

Government criticised over ‘shameful saga’ of Afghan special forces abandoned by UK

Exclusive: Labour writes letter to defence secretary Grant Shapps over concerns about Afghan schemes

The Independent UK

Minister: Nearly 3,000 Afghans in Pakistan to come to UK by the end of the year

Johnny Mercer said he has received assurances from Pakistani authorities that those eligible to come to the UK will not be deported to Afghanistan.

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The Times of India

Nick Jones: The anchor behind Glenn Maxwell's phenomenal knock

NEW DELHI: Nick Jones, Australia's esteemed physiotherapist, played a pivotal role in orchestrating one of the most memorable World Cup performances in cricket history. The extraordinary innings by Glenn Maxwell against Afghanistan in the recent World Cup match is sure to be etched in the annals of the sport for…

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s so the young players can have a better future’: why Afghanistan’s men are on strike

Southend United midfielder Noor Husin is one of 18 players protesting against the way they have been treated by the country’s football federation and alleged corruption.

The Times of India

Glenn Maxwell's heroics evoke memories of Kapil Dev's 1983 World Cup exploits

NEW DELHI: The electrifying atmosphere at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai during Glenn Maxwell's match-winning heroics against Afghanistan brought back echoes of a historic day in cricket 40 years ago. In 1983, it was Kapil Dev for India, and on Tuesday night, it was Glenn Maxwell for Australia, producing stunning…

The Times of India

Glenn Maxwell magic at Wankhede: Unreal or true?

MUMBAI: Back in September 1986, when Australian batsman Dean Jones, suffering from severe dehydration during the tied Test against India at the Chepauk in Chennai, requested his captain Allan Border if could retire hurt because of exhaustion, the Australian skipper taunted him back: “We'll get a real Australian, a Queenslander,…

Al Jazeera

ISIL claims Kabul bus attack targeting Shia Muslims

Attacks against Afghanistan’s historically oppressed Shia Hazara community are rising.

Dynamite News

"Freak": Virat Kohli hails Glenn Maxwell's marvellous double ton against Afghanistan

Battling cramps and niggles, the 'Mad Max' of cricket produced an innings that will undoubtedly remain in public memory for years to come. Read further on Dynamite News

The Times of India

ICC ODI World Cup: NZ or PAK or AFG - Which team India are most likely to face in semis

NEW DELHI: Riding on a 'big show' from Glenn Maxwell, Australia on Tuesday booked their berth in the semi-finals of the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup. Australia assured themselves a top three finish with the win and a semi-final date with South Africa.

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