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India, Sri Lanka Navies discuss maritime security in Palk Bay, Gulf of Mannar

A recent meeting between the Indian and Sri Lankan Navies discussed maritime security in the Palk Bay and the Gulf of Mannar region, the safety of fishermen, measures to curtail trafficking of contraband among other issues.

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | Board secretary resigns following Sri Lanka's underwhelming run in World Cup

Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Mohan de Silva resigns after team's poor performance in ODI World Cup; Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe blames selection committee and SLC administration; Shammi Silva elected as chair for third successive term; Sri Lanka play Bangladesh in Delhi on Nov 6, two wins from seven games.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup points table: Why are India above South Africa and Australia

Temba Bavuma’s team have 12 points from seven matches but they have played one match more than India

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Sri Lankan board calls for 'urgent and comprehensive explanation' following 302-run loss to India

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) asked for 'urgent explanation' from coaching staff/selectors after India's 302-run win in ODI World Cup 2023. SLC believes in transparency and accountability, citing team's preparation, strategies and performance as areas of concern. Injury problems forced replacements, with Kusal Mendis taking over as captain.

The Hindu

Hill Country Tamils toiled for Sri Lanka; their rights must be upheld, says T.N. CM M.K. Stalin

He urged the Sri Lankan government to grant rights to Hill Country Tamils in education, health, habitat, economic aid, and other areas, and to give due importance to the education of their children.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup 2023 | Indian pacers’ thunderbolts have left the batters bruised

India's fast bowlers club wowed at Wankhede Stadium, outshining batters with their supreme craft. Bumrah, Siraj, and Shami's accuracy, steep bounce, and words spoken in follow-throughs left Sri Lanka down for the count. India's fast bowlers have been consistent, making a huge impact in 2003 and now again in 2020.

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | Indian pacers’ thunderbolts have left the batters bruised

India's fast bowlers club thrills: Bumrah, Shami, and Siraj wreaked havoc in Mumbai, outshining batters Kohli, Gill, and Iyer. The trio's accuracy, steep bounce, and words in follow-throughs left Sri Lanka down for the count. Srinath, Zaheer, and Nehra made a huge impact in 2003; now their successors are at…

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Lanka police deploys anti-riot squad to protect SLC premises fearing protest

Angry fans call for SLC execs' resignation after Sri Lanka's crushing World Cup defeat to India. Police deploy water cannons near SLC office. Fans demand complete overhaul of SLC management, accusing it of wrong decisions. Sports minister may appoint interim committee, but ICC averse to politically appointed governing bodies.

The Hindu

Asia Cup decimation by India could be behind Sri Lanka's huge World Cup loss to Rohit's side: Coach Nawaz

Sri Lanka's batting coach Naveed Nawaz conceded that the decimation in the Asia Cup final may have dented the confidence of the players, leading to another crushing defeat in the World Cup match against India. He said Sri Lanka is in a rebuilding phase with many new players still learning…

The Hindu

Shreyas Iyer after India’s lethal attack vs Sri Lanka: ‘Lucky to not play against Shami, Siraj, Bumrah’

The three Indian pacers destroyed Sri Lanka’s batting line-up in their match on Thursday

The Independent UK

Coimbatore car blast | National Investigation Agency arrests 14th accused person

.Wilson Thomas: NIA arrests 14th person in Coimbatore car blast case, inspired by IS ideology. Thaha Naseer (27) met mastermind Jamesha Mubeen (29) days before attack. Naseer also a friend of another accused, Mohammed Thoufiq. NIA chargesheeted 6 accused in April 2023, 5 more in June. Accused operated IS module…

The Hindu

Ten cricket stars who could be playing their last ICC Cricket World Cup

Could this be the last Cricket World Cup for stars such as Ben Stokes, Rohit Sharma, Shakib al-Hasan and Trent Boult?

Al Jazeera

Records tumble as India mercilessly demolish Sri Lanka in Cricket World Cup match

Large number of records made and broken in India’s brutal drubbing of Sri Lanka

The Independent UK

New Zealand's Matt Henry out of ICC World Cup, replaced by Jamieson

Matt Henry ruled out of World Cup with hamstring tear; Kyle Jamieson replaces him. Coach Stead "gutted" for Henry, Jamieson arrives in Bengaluru, ready for Nov 4th match if needed. Black Caps 4th in standings, two matches left vs Pakistan & Sri Lanka.

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World Cup not a stage to focus on individual milestones: Iyer

Shreyas Iyer: World Cup stage not for individual milestones; India's bowling performance "surreal" after crushing Sri Lanka by 302 runs. Iyer hopes to get a hundred for India in coming matches.

The Hindu

I judge myself through my rhythm not number of wickets: Siraj

Mohammed Siraj's parameter of judging himself is consistency in deliveries bowled in good areas, not wickets taken. He's taken nine wickets from seven games, and after India's 302-run win over Sri Lanka, he was in rhythm with 3/16 in 7 overs.

The Hindu

Morning digest | India dismantles Sri Lanka to book World Cup semifinal spot; weapons, ammo, police vehicles looted in Imphal mob attack, and more

Read a daily selection of top stories from across India and the world by The Hindu to start your day

The Hindu

India dismantles Sri Lanka to book semifinal spot at Cricket World Cup with 302-run win

India bowlers secure 302-run win over Sri Lanka in World Cup, Siraj and Shami take 3 and 5 wkts respectively. Gill and Iyer score 92 and 82, Kohli 88. India now top points table, semifinal spot secured.

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Evening Standard

India book Cricket World Cup knockout spot with demolition of Sri Lanka

Seven wins from seven for hosts after 302-run margin of victory

The Independent UK

India hammer woeful Sri Lanka to book place in World Cup knockout stages

Mohammed Shami took five wickets as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 55.

The Independent UK

Why Sri Lanka players are wearing black armbands in Cricket World Cup match against India

Sri Lanka took on India in Mumbai during the group stage of the Cricket World Cup 2023

The Independent UK

India vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket World Cup result as Bumrah, Siraj and Shami skittle Sri Lanka for 55

Follow all the action, latest updates and live scorecard from the Wankhede Stadium below

The Independent UK

India vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket World Cup score as Rohit Sharma dismissed with stunning Madushanka delivery

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The Guardian - UK

India skittle Sri Lanka for 55 in 302-run thrashing: Cricket World Cup 2023 – as it happened

Over-by-over report: India’s swashbuckling batting and brilliant seam bowling was too hot for Sri Lanka to handle as India hammered them by 302 runs to secure their semi-final slot

The Hindu

New Zealand World Cup campaign on shaky ground as losses, injuries pile up

NZ leave Pune sore/sorry after 3rd WC defeat in succession. Injury toll mounting; Matt Henry unlikely to feature vs Pakistan. Neesham nursing wrist injury; Ferguson Achilles injury. NZ cling to 4th place, 2 pts ahead of Pakistan. Need wins vs Pakistan/Sri Lanka for semi-finals.

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