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World Cup final is a coronation but cricket’s rulers are not in doubt

Jay Shah, the head of the BCCI, has bent the entire sport to his will. Sunday could be his country’s crowning glory

The Guardian - UK

World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

Ahmedabad: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's assignment is over and he has left the country. BCCI brass, Ashish Bhowmick, Taposh Chatterjee, Abbey Kuruvilla, and Rohit Sharma monitored pitch prep for World Cup final. Heavy roller used to create slow batting track. 315 could be defendable score.

The Hindu

India vs Australia Cricket World Cup final pre-game show to feature Dua Lipa and air force flypast

There was no opening ceremony ahead of first game of cricket tournament, but hosts India are pulling out all the stops for final in which they are favourites

The Independent UK

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India accused over pitch switch for New Zealand Cricket World Cup semi-final

India’s cricket board, the BCCI, has been accused of intervening in the choice of pitch for India’s semi-final against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai

The Guardian - UK

Unwelcome, feuding and beleaguered: Pakistan’s World Cup is on the ropes

Given the discord inside and outside the team camp it is remarkable that they have even a theoretical chance of reaching the semi-finals by beating England

The Guardian - UK

Final set of tickets for ICC Cricket World Cup semifinals, final to go live today

The final set of tickets for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 knockout matches will go live on Thursday, announced the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday.

Dynamite News

Kolkata Police issues notice to BCCI seeking info on ticket sales for Sunday's WC match

Kolkata Police has so far arrested 19 people and seized 108 tickets from their possession, besides registering seven cases in connection with the black marketing of tickets.

The Hindu

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Ankle injury rules Hardik Pandya out of World Cup, Prasidh Krishna to replace him in India squad

Hardik Pandya ruled out of World Cup due to ankle injury. Prasidh Krishna named replacement. ICC Event Technical Committee approves change.

The Hindu

Black marketing of World Cup tickets: Kolkata police seeks response from CAB

Police investigate CAB & bookmyshow.com over allegations of ticket black-marketing for India-South Africa World Cup match. 10 persons held, 72 tickets seized. Ganguly defends CAB, says demand for tickets is high. Political circles question CAB president. Tickets sold at inflated prices, many CAB life members unable to procure tickets.

The Hindu

BCCI bans fireworks in Mumbai and Delhi World Cup 2023 matches

Air quality in both Indian cities has deteriorated

The Independent UK

No fireworks display in Delhi, Mumbai during World Cup matches due to worsening air pollution

BCCI bans fireworks at Delhi and Mumbai World Cup games due to worsening air quality. Delhi AQI at "very poor" level for 5 days, Bombay High Court expresses concern over deteriorating air quality in Mumbai

The Hindu

Laxman likely to be in-charge for Australia T20I series post World Cup

VVS Laxman may be in-charge of Indian team for T20 series against Australia. Dravid's contract ends after World Cup; BCCI may invite applications for post. Laxman, who knows system and pathways, could be strong candidate

The Hindu

Will Hardik Pandya play in India vs England World Cup 2023 match?

Doubts over the all-rounder’s presence come as India become the only unbeaten side in the 2023 Cricket World Cup

The Independent UK

Sir Nicholas Stadlen obituary

High court judge and stellar QC who delivered the longest speech in British legal history – and made a feted documentary in later life

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Amol Muzumdar appointed as head coach of the Indian women’s team

: Amol Muzumdar appointed head coach of India Women's cricket team till 2025 World Cup. He brings wealth of knowledge & keen understanding of modern game. Aiming to provide right preparation & guidance to excel & succeed in upcoming World Cups. Retired as 2nd-highest run-getter in Ranji Trophy & successful…

The Independent UK

Will Hardik Pandya play in India vs England World Cup 2023 match?

Doubts over the all-rounder’s presence come as India become the only unbeaten side in the 2023 Cricket World Cup

The Hindu

Hardik Pandya may miss more World Cup matches, continues his recovery at NCA

As per BCCI source, “Hardik Pandya has suffered a bad sprain but fortunately not a fracture. The BCCI medical team wants to take maximum precaution. He is likely to miss next two to three matches.”

The Hindu

Bishan Singh Bedi’s words always had the depth of a life well lived and the world acutely observed

Bishan Singh Bedi was an iconic left-arm spinner, a philosopher, sharp observer of politics, and a man of the world. He had a larger-than-life presence, a laugh that reverberated, and a propensity to guffaw. He was part of the famous spin-quartet, had 266 Test wickets, and cared deeply for cricket.…

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The Independent UK

Bishan Bedi, India cricket great who claimed 266 test wickets with dazzling spin, dies at 77

Bishan Bedi, the India cricket great whose dazzling left-arm spin claimed 266 test wickets, has died

The Hindu

Cricket gets a shot in the arm as IOC approves it for 2028 LA Olympics

Cricket returns to Olympics after 128 yrs; LA28 Games to showcase sport to 2.5B fans. IOC & ICC worked 2 yrs to make it possible. Nita Ambani, IOC member from India, played key role. Cricket’s inclusion to benefit Olympic movement in India, increase viewership & knowledge sharing with BCCI.

The Hindu

BCCI welcomes cricket’s inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

BCCI welcomes cricket's re-inclusion in Olympics after over a century. Jay Shah, BCCI secretary, was instrumental in promoting the case for cricket's inclusion. He was chief of ICC's working group that dealt with IOC. Inclusion to open new frontiers, provide exposure in untapped markets, yield financial dividends & have positive…

The Independent UK

BCCI and broadcaster face backlash after India vs Pakistan pre-game ceremony not shown

The historic match was set to showcase pre-game entertainment from the likes of Arijit Singh, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sunidhi Chauhan

The Independent UK

India vs Pakistan: ‘The biggest rivalry in sport’

India vs Pakistan matches have attracted a TV audience of over 400 million at previous ICC Cricket World Cups

Al Jazeera

‘Pressure builds up’: How India and Pakistan cricket fans see their rivalry

Fans of the archrivals share admiration, frustrations and insights ahead of the marquee ICC Cricket World Cup clash.

The Hindu

‘It was special and thank you’: Hardik Pandya after winning against Afghanistan on his 30th birthday

Hardik Pandya celebrated his 30th birthday with teammates after India's eight-wicket win against Afghanistan in the ninth ODI World Cup match. BCCI shared a glimpse of the celebration on X. Pandya thanked everyone for the birthday wishes and said it was special to play on his birthday.

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