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Watching Virat Kohli evolve into a superstar was a pleasure: Kane Williamson

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 14:55 IST

<p>India will be facing New Zealand in the semi-final clash in World Cup on Tuesday. Before the match, the Blackcaps captain Kane Williamson spoke about Virat Kohli and said it has been a pleasure watching him evolve into a superstar. Apart from Virat, Kane also spoke about Rohit Sharma and New Zealand's strategy on tackling the Indian opener. Rohit has been in a commendable form in the World Cup and has struck five centuries for India.</p>

Watch: India gear up ahead of World Cup 2019 semi-final against New Zealand

<p>Team India train for World Cup semi-final clash against New Zealand. The men in blue will face the Blackcaps on Tuesday at Manchester. India is currently at the top spot on the points table. Australia's defeat to South Africa in their final league match led India to the top spot.</p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 14:53 IST

What has gone wrong for NZ in the latter half of CWC19? Watch The Knockout Show with Aakash Chopra

<p>Aakash Chopra talks about India's bowling combination against New Zealand</p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 14:47 IST

Virat Kohli: ‘Will remind Williamson of 2008 U-19 semis when we meet tomorrow’

<p>Indian Captain Virat Kohli recalled the 2008 U-19 World Cup tournament against New Zealand in Malaysia. Both Kohli and Kane Williamson had led their respective teams in the 2008 U-19 semis. On July 9, India and New Zealand will lock horns under captainship of Kolhi and Kane.</p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 14:19 IST

India vs New Zealand | ‘Whoever handles pressure better, will win’: Virat Kohli

<p>Indian Captain Virat Kohli on Monday addressed reporters ahead of their semi-final clash against New Zealand. The Indian Captain spoke about the possible team combinations and mood ahead of the knockout match. “Whoever handles pressure better will come out on top',” Kohli said. On July 9, India and New Zealand will lock horns at the Old Trafford stadium.</p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 14:21 IST

Will be a great spectacle: Finch on Australia vs England semi-finals clash

<p>Australia's captain Aaron Finch spoke post match against South Africa. Finch spoke about the upcoming semi-finals clash against England and said it will be a 'great spectacle'. Australia, even after suffering a 10-run loss against South Africa, had already qualified for the World Cup semi-finals. </p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:46 IST

‘No need to apologise,’ Sarfaraz on India vs Pak clash, exit from World Cup

<p>Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed spoke after his side crashed out of the ongoing Cricket World Cup. Sarfaraz said there is no need for Pakistan to apologise as they managed 11 points in the tournament. Speaking on the clash with India, Sarfaraz said he spoke to his team post the match and discussed how to go forward after getting defeated by India.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:48 IST

Faf du Plessis reflects on South Africa’s performance in World Cup 2019

<p>South Africa Captain Faf du Plessis spoke on his team's performance in their last match of World Cup 2019. South Africa beat Australia by 10 runs in the match. The Proteas were already knocked out of the tournament a week ago.</p>

Published on Jul 7, 2019 13:50 IST

‘Going to be exciting’: Australia captain on facing England in semi-finals

<p>Australia captain Aaron Finch said that it is going to be exiting to face hosts England in the semi-finals. The 'Baggy Greens' suffered a 10 run loss to South Africa despite David Warner's latest century at Old Trafford on June 6.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:39 IST

Watch: Rohit Sharma’s hilarious response to Dhoni’s birthday plans

<p>India opening batsman Rohit Sharma responded hilariously after he was asked about MS Dhoni's birthday plans on July 7. He said that there would be a cake cutting celebration for the former Indian captain. Rohit Sharma's candid response at a press conference left everyone in splits. Meanwhile, Dhoni celebrated his 38th birthday with wife Sakshi and daughter Ziva.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:29 IST

Here to lift the cup, not make records: Rohit Sharma after record-breaking ton

<p>India opening batsman Rohit Sharma became the first player to score five hundreds in a single World Cup. “I'm not here for records, I'm here to play cricket and score runs,” Sharma said in a press conference. Bowling first, India eased to a 7-wicket win against Sri Lanka in their final group match at Headingley.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:34 IST

Rohit Sharma equals Sachin Tendulkar’s mammoth ICC World Cup record

<p>Indian opener Rohit Sharma scored his fifth century of World Cup 2019 in the match against Sri Lanka. With his score of 103, he surpassed Kumar Sangakkara's record of most centuries in a single World Cup. This was Rohit's sixth ton in multiple editions of the tournament, and with this feat, he equalled the record held by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Rohit's ton helped India crush Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in the last match of the group stage.</p>

Updated on Jul 6, 2019 18:21 IST

The Knockout Show: Aakash Chopra’s take on what makes Jasprit Bumrah, Mitchell Starc so special

<p>Aakash Chopra reveals the mantra behind Bumrah and Starc's success in World Cup 2019.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:17 IST

What is the reason behind Rayudu’s retirement? Watch The Knockout Show with Aakash Chopra

<p>Aakash Chopra shares his views on Ambati Rayudu's retirement decision.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 14:07 IST

Pakistan’s Shoaib Malik announces retirement from ODI cricket

<p>Former Pakistan skipper Shoaib Malik announced his retirement from ODI cricket on Friday, following Pakistan's 94-run victory over Bangladesh at Lord's in London. He said, “I had planned this for a few years ago to retire on the last Pakistan World Cup match. I'm sad that I will be leaving a format of cricket I once loved but happy that I'll have more time to spend with my family.”</p>

Updated on Feb 25, 2020 05:06 IST

Watch | Virat Kohli trains ahead of match against Sri Lanka

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli trains ahead of match against Sri Lanka. India have already qualified for the semi-finals but it is yet to be determined who the men in blue will face in the crucial knockout stage.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 13:38 IST

Shaheen Afridi shines as Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 94 runs

<p>Shaheen Shah Afridi led the way for Pakistan at Lord's as Sarfaraz Ahmed's men beat Bangladesh by 94 runs in their final group phase game at the Cricket World Cup. Afridi's figures of 6 for 35 were the best by a Pakistan bowler at a World Cup. Pakistan missed out their chance to find a place in the semi-finals and settled for the fifth place in the table.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 13:42 IST

What should Team India focus on improving against Sri Lanka?

<p>In the latest episode of The Knockout Show, Aakash Chopra talks about the need for India to iron out flaws in their last league game before the semi-finals. </p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 10:10 IST

‘He is hungry to learn’: Lasith Malinga on Jasprit Bumrah

<p>Sri Lankan bowler Lasith Malinga spoke on Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah ahead of the World Cup clash. Malinga said Jasprit is 'hungry to learn'. “He is very hungry to learn and he learned quickly. And he understand really well,” Malinga said. India will be facing Sri Lanka on July 6. The men in blue secured their semi-final berth in the World Cup.</p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 05:43 IST

Williamson’s witty reply on being asked for better openers than Roy-Bairstow

<p>New Zealand captain Kane Williamson's witty response to a journalist on being asked for a better opening pair that Jason Roy and Jonny Bairstow. Williamson said the journalist himself gave the answer. New Zealand lost to England by 119 runs in a World Cup clash on Wednesday. </p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 03:56 IST

Need rest: Eoin Morgan after hosts enter semi-finals

<p>England captain Eoin Morgan spoke in a conference after the World Cup clash against New Zealand. Morgan said the English side needs rest before the upcoming semi-final clash. England won against New Zealand by 119 runs to secure their semi-final berth. “Our bowlers, they need a rest,” Morgan said.</p>

Updated on Feb 24, 2020 02:12 IST

World Cup 2019: Bumrah on whether he will play against Sri Lanka

<p>Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah spoke after the India vs Bangladesh match on Tuesday. Bumrah was asked whether he will rest for the upcoming match against Sri Lanka as India has already qualified for the semi-finals. Bumrah replied that he will play as many matches as possible. “I don't think I have become an experienced player and could say I don't want to play some games,” Bumrah said. Bumrah took four wickets as India qualified for the semi-finals by beating Bangladesh by 28 runs.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 19:53 IST

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma meet 87-year-old fan post Bangladesh win

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli and vice-captain Rohit Sharma met a special fan post the Bangladesh win in the World Cup clash. Charulata Patel, 87, was seen cheering for men in blue during the Bangladesh clash. Both Virat and Rohit met Charulata after the match. The video was shared by ICC and went viral online. India secured its semi-final spot in the World Cup on Tuesday. Team India will now face Sri Lanka on July 6.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 19:47 IST

World Cup: Rohit Sharma joins Sachin on elite list, equals Sangakkara’s feat

<p>Indian opener Rohit Sharma hit his fourth century in the ongoing World Cup, in the match against Bangladesh. With the latest ton, Rohit equalled the record of Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara of hitting four centuries in a single World Cup tournament. If that wasn't enough, the Indian batsman also joined cricket great Sachin Tendulkar on another elite list. Rohit has become just the second Indian to score over 500 runs in a single World Cup competition.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 19:35 IST

Should India open with Mayank Aggarwal and send back KL Rahul back at no.4?

<p>In the latest episode of The Knockout Show, Aakash Chopra talks about opening with Mayank Aggarwal and sending KL Rahul back at no.4.</p>

Updated on Jul 2, 2019 15:29 IST

CWC 2019: Fans root for India as ‘critical’ match against Bangladesh underway

<p>Indian fans root for 'men in blue' as India face Bangladesh in the CWC 2019. India won the toss and elected to bat against Bangladesh at Birmingham's Edgbaston. </p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 18:58 IST

Aakash Chopra’s take on the Kedar Jadhav vs Ravindra Jadeja debate

<p>In the latest episode of The Knockout Show Aakash Chopra explains if India should persist with Kedar Jadhav or bring in Ravindra Jadeja?</p>

Updated on Jul 2, 2019 14:14 IST

Should Rishabh be given another chance? The Knockout Show with Aakash Chopra

<p>In the latest episode of The Knockout Show, Aakash Chopra shares his views on Rishabh Pant's performance against England and whether he should be picked against Bangladesh.</p>

Updated on Feb 26, 2020 12:24 IST

15-year-old produces shock at Wimbledon, beats Venus Williams

<p>US teenager Corin Gauff described herself as 'super shocked' after beating former Champion Venus Williams 6-4 6-4 in the first round of Wimbledon on Monday. “She just told me that congratulations and to keep going, and good luck. And after the match I just told her thank you for everything she did. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for her,” Gauff said. Defending Champion Novak Djokovic and former world number one Simona Halep booked their places in the second round in commanding fashion.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 18:34 IST

World Cup | India’s batting coach defends Dhoni’s innings in England clash

<p>India's batting coach Sanjay Bangar defended MS Dhoni's performance during the recent World Cup clash with England. MS Dhoni's performance was questioned by several after India lost by 31 runs. Sanjay, however, said Dhoni was 'striking the ball very well'. “I think MS (Dhoni) was striking the ball very well, he had good intent and it's just that the English bowlers stuck to the task really well, used the angles and used the large boundaries to their advantage,” he said. Dhoni scored 42 runs off 31 balls and remained unbeaten.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 17:07 IST

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