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ODI World Cup: Team India seeks perfection against spirited Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: The Indian cricket team is gearing up for a pivotal clash against Afghanistan in the ongoing ODI World Cup, with the aim of delivering a near-perfect performance after a tense opening game. As captain Rohit Sharma highlighted, India's greatest challenge during the league stage lies in swiftly adapting…

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KL Rahul: The steel in the middle

CHENNAI: Those were still early days in his international career when KL Rahul was batting at the nets on a cold morning in Ireland in 2018.

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Good to have KL Rahul back, he gives us stability: Paras Mhambrey

NEW DELHI: Bowling coach Paras Mhambrey on Monday lauded KL Rahul for his outstanding knock in India's six-wicket win over Australia in their World Cup opener in Chennai.

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Shubman Gill likely to skip match against Afghanistan, will travel with team to Delhi: Source

NEW DELHI: Indian opener Shubman Gill is progressing well in his recovery from dengue fever, which had forced him to miss India's opening match of the ODI World Cup against Australia. Although he may also sit out the game against Afghanistan, he is set to travel with the team to…

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Can Rohit Sharma make it a happy World Cup swansong?

Snubbed in 2011, skipper will be keen to get the best out of his players in pressure situations this time around

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India vs Australia WC | Rohit & Co. would be happy to make the first step a winning one

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: India vs Australia match at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on October 8, 2023

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World Cup: Will spin trio of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav weave magic against Australia?

Bumrah has lengthy batting stint of 40 minutes as Rohit's team looks to correct the issues of lower order failures

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Closed door practice for Team India as question remains on 3rd pacer or Ashwin

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli, after a brief hiatus, returned to the grind with an extended net session, which took center stage during Team India's inaugural training session in Chennai. This practice session was in preparation for their World Cup opener against Australia scheduled for Sunday.

The Times of India

Ten players to watch out for at the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup

Babar Azam, Virat Kohli, Ben Stokes, Adam Zampa and Rashid Khan are among our top picks for the ICC Cricket World Cup.

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Former chief selector Sandeep Patil welcomes Ashwin’s inclusion in ODI World Cup squad

Sandeep Patil, 1983 World Cup winner, welcomes R. Ashwin's inclusion in Indian squad for WC; says team must play as a unit to succeed. India, England, New Zealand & Australia likely semifinalists; Pakistan most dangerous but inconsistent.

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South Africa lack good all-rounder at No.7, going into World Cup: Graeme Smith

NEW DELHI: South Africa are lacking depth in their batting in the absence of quality all-rounders, an aspect that could affect the team's chances in the World Cup, reckons former skipper Graeme Smith.

The Times of India

Irani Cup preview | Pujara in focus as Saurashtra meets Rest of India

Rajkot hosts Irani Cup match featuring Team India prospects Pujara and Unadkat, RoI's Sudharsan, Sarfaraz Khan, Yash Dhull, Rohan Kunnummal, and Vihari, and Saurashtra's Vasavada, Jackson, and Desai. Rest of India's Saini and Karnataka's Kaverappa lead the pace attack, while Shams Mulani, Saurabh Kumar, and Pulkit Narang spin. Bharat and…

The Hindu

ODI World Cup: Aiden Markram to lead South Africa in Temba Bavuma's absence in warm-up ties

For the first time in Kerala’s cricketing history, the state will host matches of six top international teams in just five days at the Greenfield stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.

The Times of India

ODI World Cup: Ravichandran Ashwin replaces injured Axar Patel in India squad

NEW DELHI: As expected, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who had played only two ODIs since 2017 before being picked for the ODI series against Australia, replaced Axar Patel in Team India squad on Thursday as the latter didn't regain full fitness.

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Pakistan cricket team arrives in India after seven years for ODI World Cup

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan cricket team touched down in Hyderabad on Wednesday, marking their first visit to India in a span of seven years. Their purpose for this visit is to participate in the ODI World Cup, set to commence on October 5.

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Why KL Rahul should continue as first choice WK-batter: Former India cricketer explains

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Saba Karim has weighed in on the debate surrounding KL Rahul's place in the India playing XI, expressing his belief that the 31-year-old star batter should maintain his role as the team's first choice wicketkeeper-batsman.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup 2023 countdown | Amid the din and the drama, mercurial Pakistan hunts for a safe space

Pakistan's World Cup hopes face many obstacles, incl. lack of clarity on venues, Naseem Shah's injury, visa delay. Despite this, the team is confident of success, led by Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Shadab Khan, Usama Mir, and Hasan Ali. Pakistan hopes to prove that the whole is greater than…

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We have done our research: Babar, ahead of first visit to India

Babar Azam exudes confidence ahead of Pakistan's ODI World Cup, citing team's research and similar conditions to other Asian countries. He is excited to play in Ahmedabad and hopes to bring home a trophy. He plans for tours and sets targets for himself, aiming to help team result. Naseem Shah…

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'Excited to play in Ahmedabad': Pakistan's Babar Azam not worried about unfamiliar Indian conditions

NEW DELHI: While the majority of the Pakistan squad members have not played in India previously, skipper Babar Azam on Tuesday assured that his side has done their research and are prepared for the upcoming ODI World Cup, scheduled to commence on October 5.

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India’s Ashwin dilemma is a parable for modern cricket and all its quirks

The spinner has endured, albeit not without the odd bump in the road. But will he be selected for a home World Cup?

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Jasprit Bumrah back for third ODI, Axar Patel not playing but could be fit for World Cup warm-up games

NEW DELHI: Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will be available for the third ODI against Australia after being given a one-match break but all-rounder Axar Patel will be given a few more days to recover from his quadricep tear ahead of the World Cup, BCCI sources said on Monday.

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Axar Patel ruled out of third ODI against Australia; Ashwin's World Cup chances rise

NEW DELHI: In a development that impacts India's ODI campaign against Australia and raises questions about the upcoming World Cup squad, all-rounder Axar Patel has been officially ruled out of the third and final ODI of the series, set to be held in Rajkot on September 27. Patel, who sustained…

The Times of India

India vs Australia 2nd ODI: India's got momentum, but Shami vs Shardul debate far from settled

INDORE: India are building up steam as the World Cup approaches, ticking boxes on the way, getting battle ready. Jasprit Bumrah looks sharp, Shubman Gill has regained his midas touch and KL Rahul has settled well in the middle-order as if he was never away from the action.

The Times of India

WATCH: R Ashwin's late-night batting practice after India's Mohali ODI win vs Australia

NEW DELHI: India's premier spinner Ravichandran Ashwin isn't part of India's preliminary squad for the ICC World Cup 2023. However, Ashwin remains optimistic about securing a spot among the 15-member squad representing India in the quest for the coveted trophy. India's journey in the 2023 World Cup will commence on…

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India vs Australia, 1st ODI: Focus on R Ashwin, Shreyas Iyer and bench strength

Spots up for grabs in World Cup dress rehearsal vs Australia

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