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Virat Kohli praises Shreyas Iyer after India win series against West Indies

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 09:32 IST

<p>Virat Kohli scored another spectacular century to lead India to victory in the 3rd ODI against West Indies. Middle order batsman Shreyas Iyer also played a crucial knock of 65 runs. Earlier, Chris Gayle top scored for the Windies with a quick fire 72. Kohli led the Indian chase with a century and was ably supported by Iyer. With this victory India have sealed the series against West Indies.</p>

Watch | Team India’s next head coach – Who is in the race?

<p>Team India's next coach will be chosen from a group of six shortlisted men: the incumbent, Ravi Shastri, as well as Tom Moody, Mike Hesson, Phil Simmons, Lalchand Rajput, and Robin Singh. The newly appointed BCCI's Cricket Advisory Committee, headed by Kapil Dev, will convene in Mumbai to conduct the interviews before making their decision. Here's a look at the contenders.</p>

Updated on Feb 26, 2020 13:14 IST

Kohli’s 42nd ton leads India to victory against West Indies in 2nd ODI

<p>A century from captain Virat Kohli helped India register a comfortable win against the West Indies in the 2nd ODI. Kohli scored 120 off 125 balls while youngster Shreyas Iyer scored 71 runs to post a challenging 279 for seven in their 50 overs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar took 4 wickets, while Shami and Kuldeep chipped with 2 wickets each to hand India a victory. This after West Indies were set a revised target of 270 runs off 46 overs under Duckworth Lewis method after rain interrupted proceedings for the second time in the game.</p>

Published on Aug 12, 2019 07:24 IST

India vs WI 2nd ODI | ‘Execution key to win match’: Jason Holder

<p>Ahead of the second ODI between India and West Indies, WI skipper Jason Holder says that 'execution of their game is key to winning the match'. Indiá first match with West indies was suspended due to rain. India had earlier won the T20 series against the Caribbeans 3-0. </p>

Updated on Feb 26, 2020 09:48 IST

After washout, India look to draw first blood in 2nd ODI against Windies

<p>India is all set to lock horns with West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago. Second ODI will be played on August 11. India's first ODI with the hosts was washed out due to rains in Guyana. India had swept the T20I series 3-0.</p>

Updated on Feb 26, 2020 09:32 IST

SA batsman Hashim Amla announces retirement from international cricket

<p>South African cricketer Hashim Amla announced his retirement from International cricket. However, Amla will be available for domestic cricket and Mzansi Super League. During his career of over 15 years, Amla played 349 matches for South Afrca's cricket team. The South Africa batsman has represented Kings XI Punjab in Indian Premier League and also played for Barbados Tridents in CPL and Durhan Head in MSL. </p>

Updated on Feb 26, 2020 05:57 IST

Watch: Virat Kohli shows off dancing skills on field

<p>Indian captain Virat Kohli entertained players and fans during the first ODI in Guyana. Kohli danced with Chris Gayle and his teammates. The first ODI between India and West Indies was abandoned due to rain. India will play two more ODI against West Indies in the series.</p>

Published on Aug 9, 2019 10:58 IST

India vs West Indies: Men in blue prepare for 1st ODI after winning T20I series

<p>India will be facing West Indies for the first ODI match after the men in blue won T20I series. The Indian cricket team was seen practicing ahead of the match to be played at Providence Stadium in Guyana at 7 pm. India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in the third T20I match. West Indies' team was also seen practicing before the match. The ODI series between India and West Indies will be played in three matches. </p>

Published on Aug 8, 2019 09:09 IST

India vs WI: Keeping India on top is priority, 2023 WC too far, says Kohli

<p>As India clinch the T20I series 3-0 against West Indies, captain Virat Kohli said the priority is to keep India's performance on top. When asked about World Cup 2023, Kohli said the World Cup is too far away to start thinking about it. </p>

Updated on Feb 26, 2020 05:17 IST

Nathan Lyon spins Australia to 1-0 lead in Ashes 2019

<p>Australia took a 1-0 lead in Ashes Test with a thumping 251-run victory over England. England slumped to 85 for 4 by the lunch break and were all out for 146 before tea. Aussie spinner Nathan Lyon did most of the damage with 6 for 49.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 19:39 IST

Steve Smith on stunning comeback: ‘Never doubted my ability’

<p>At close of play on Day 3 of the first Ashes test match on Sunday former Australia captain and cricketer Steve Smith told reporters on Monday he never doubted his ability despite the turmoil he endured in his career. </p><p>Smith made 142 in Australia's second innings 487-7 declared on Sunday after the star batsman's 144 bailed them out to 284 following a collapse to 122-8 in their first innings.</p><p>With Matthew Wade making 110 on the fourth day as well, Australia set England an imposing target of 398. Former Australia captain Smith and then deputy David Warner were both given 12-month bans for their roles in a ball-tampering scandal last year, with Cameron Bancroft -- who actually applied sandpaper to the ball during a Test against South Africa in Cape Town -- hit with a nine-month suspension by Cricket Australia.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 08:24 IST

Watch highlights: India vs West Indies 2nd T20I

<p>A majestic fifty from Rohit Sharma, aided by useful contributions from Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan and Krunal Pandya helped India win the second T20 International against West Indies by 22 runs under the rain rule at Lauderhill, USA on Sunday. Series wrapped up 2-0, India play the third T20I in Providence, Guyana on Tuesday.</p><p>Asked to chase 167, West Indies were 98/4 after 15.3 overs when play had to be stopped because of rain. Playing on the same pitch that had hosted the first T20I on Saturday, India put up a better batting performance after Saturday's scrappy effort.</p><p>With a dab off his hip to a rank bad Oshane Thomas delivery, Sharma kicked off India's innings in the most laidback way. Dhawan's start was nervy though, getting beaten by a bouncer two balls into his innings.</p>

Updated on Aug 5, 2019 06:45 IST

Not a Playstation: Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on improving team’s performance

<p>Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said it is not a PlayStation to improve the team's performance. “It's not PlayStation where you can (reach the) next skill, whatever. It's really we have to bring people together, players together, to do the same thing in the right moment and stuff like this,” he said.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 07:49 IST

Should Shubman Gill have been selected in India’s squad for the West Indies tour?

<p>Aakash Chopra talks about Shubman Gill's non-selection in India's squad - on The Knockout Show.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 07:39 IST

WI’s Carlos Brathwaite supports Romanian bowling with funny style

<p>West Indies' T20 captain Carlos Brathwaite said he is ready to give 'full support' to Romanian bowler Pavel Florin. Florin recently got attention for his funny bowling style in the European Cricket League. Carlos said there are so many countries in the world and so few play cricket. Florin is a bodyguard by day and player of Cluj Cricket Club in his free time. </p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 07:34 IST

‘Backed my skills, didn’t pay listen to criticism’: Rory Burns after Ashes ton

<p>England opening batsman Rory Joseph Burns, who scored his maiden Test hundred on Friday, said that despite having a poor form against Ireland, he tried to back his skills.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 07:17 IST

‘Have recovered from WC defeat’: Virat Kohli promises good show in West Indies

<p>Promising that Team India has moved on from the semi-final defeat to New Zealand in the ICC World Cup 2019, India captain Virat Kohli said the youngsters in the side are eager to put on a good show in the T20I series against West Indies, starting on Saturday.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 07:21 IST

Neymar is in a good state of mind, says PSG head coach Thomas Tuchel

<p>Paris Saint-Germain head coach Thomas Tuchel said Brazillian footballer Neymar is in a good state. Coach Tuchel said Neymar is suspended for the first fame but is still with the team. The state of mind was very, very good with the team, with a lot of quality.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 17:11 IST

Tottenham will be ‘very competitive’: Pochettino after team beat Bayern to win Audi Cup

<p>Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino said the team can be 'very competitive'. Pochettino was speaking after Tottenham Hostpur beat hosts Bayern Munich in a penalty shoot-out to win the Audi Cup on Wednesday. Pochettino said the defeat in the Champions League final was not easy but the player love competition and always try to find the best form.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 17:12 IST

Ashes 2019: Smith rises above boos; Broad counts England’s positives

<p>The day 1 of Ashes 2019 was marked by brilliant individual performances. Steve Smith dragged Australia to a respectable total by slamming 144 after Stuart Broad starred with the ball for England with a five-wicket haul.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 16:37 IST

Virat Kohli shares a ‘surreal experience’ on Instagram

<p>Fans went wild for Virat Kohli at a Philips event in Mumbai. Virat attended the event ahead of the West Indies Tour. The Indian skipper shared the video on Instagram. He captioned the video: 'Just before I left for the WI series, I had a surreal experience at the #Philips event in Mumbai. Thank you everyone for all the love and support, it was truly amazing.'</p>

Updated on Aug 1, 2019 13:36 IST

Prithvi Shaw ban: BCCI anti-doping manager throws lights on details

<p>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) banned cricketer Prithvi Shaw for eight months after he was tested positive for prohibited substance Terbutaline. Shaw immediately issued a statement stating that his ban should serve as an eye opener for other athletes and everyone should follow protocol and consult authorities before consuming any kind of medicine. In an exclusive conversation with Hindustan Times, Dr Abhijit Salvi, BCCI's anti-doping manager, spoke about the details of Prithvi Shaw's case and the need for WADA to rethink its policies and make the list of prohibited substances more sports specific.</p>

Updated on Jul 31, 2019 16:50 IST

Virat Kohli shares pic with teammates as ‘Men in Blue’ gear up for WI tour

<p>Indian captain Virat Kohli posted a picture with his team before leaving for Miami. Team India will then fly to Florida to play the first two T20Is against West Indies. Kohli tweeted the picture captioning it: 'Miami bound'. India will play three T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests with West Indies from August 3 to September 4.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 15:27 IST

Virat Kohli squashes rift rumours with Rohit Sharma

<p>Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli on Monday addressed the media along with coach Ravi Shastri ahead of the team's departure for the tour to West Indies. Responding to questions about his rumoured rift with Rohit Sharma, Kohli said that such reports are baffling and disrespectful.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 15:20 IST

Virat Kohli squashes rift rumours with Rohit Sharma

<p>Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli on Monday addressed the media along with coach Ravi Shastri ahead of the team's departure for the tour to West Indies. Responding to questions about his rumoured rift with Rohit Sharma, Kohli said that such reports are baffling and disrespectful.</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 14:59 IST

Lasith Malinga to retire from ODI cricket after first Bangladesh ODI

<p>Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga is set to retire from ODI cricket. He'll retire after playing the first game of a three-match series against Bangladesh. Team captain Dimuth Karunaratne said Malinga will retire after Friday's match. In a career spanning 15 years, the 35-year-old paceman took 335 wickets in 225 one-day internationals. Malinga will continue to play Twenty20 internationals.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 15:22 IST

Lionel Messi plays football with British boy on a beach in Antigua

<p>Video shows Lionel Messi playing football with 11-year-old British boy on a beach. Anna O'Neill filmed her son Mackenzie playing with the Barcelona forward. Three other children also joined them, including Messi's son Thiago. Anna revealed later that she was 'humbled' after Messi played with her son. “It was such a sweet experience. They're just a very normal family,” Ms O'Neill told PA.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 15:08 IST

BCCI announces India squads for West Indies tour

<p>BCCI on Sunday announced squads for India's tour of West Indies. The India vs West Indies series will kick start from August 3. India will play three T20Is, three ODIs and two Test matches.</p>

Updated on Feb 29, 2020 02:22 IST

Pro Kabaddi League 2019: 3 time-champions Patna Pirates ready to prove on the mat once again

<p>After winning three straight Pro Kabaddi League titles, Patna Pirates failed to make it to the playoffs last season. With star raider Pardeep Narwal leading the charge once again, Patna are eager to prove that they are still the “best” on the mat among all the franchises. The addition of Korean raider Jang Kung Lee promises more attacking prowess, but with defender Surender Nada being ruled out due to injury, things could get tricky for Pirates. Can they win their fourth title?</p>

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 18:07 IST

Sachin Tendulkar inducted into ICC Hall of Fame, finally

<p>Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar has become the 6th Indian to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Former South African fast bowler Allan Donald and Australian woman cricketer Cathryn Fitzpatrick were also inducted into the elite list. Sachin Tendulkar's induction into the ICC had been delayed since ICC rules state that a player has complete 5 years of retirement before being inducted in the list.</p>

Updated on Feb 28, 2020 15:27 IST

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