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‘Sri Lanka don’t want free points’, says Captain Dimuth Karunaratne

Updated on Jun 12, 2019 05:40 IST

<p>Although the washouts took Sri Lanka to fifth in the ICC World Cup 2019 standings, captain Dimuth Karunaratne said his team would have rather taken to the field and built on their victory over Afghanistan last week.</p>

‘We put men on the moon, why can’t we have a reserve day’: Bangladesh coach

<p>Bangladesh coach Steve Rhodes said that if men could land on the moon, the World Cup could include reserve days for group matches after the Tigers' fixture against Sri Lanka in Bristol was washed out completely on Tuesday.</p>

Updated on Jun 12, 2019 05:40 IST

Bangladesh coach pitches ‘reserve days’ after rain ruins match with Sri Lanka

<p>With the Sri Lanka versus Bangladesh match being cancelled due to rain, the latter's coach wondered why the organisers hadn't decided to keep 'reserve days', considering the unpredictable rains in England. Steve Rhodes said that if a man could be sent to the moon, then why couldn't the World Cup have reserve days so that even fans who've paid to watch cricket, don't return disappointed. Rain played spoilsport in Bristol, with the match being cancelled without even a single ball being bowled. Both the teams were awarded one point each.</p>

Updated on Jun 11, 2019 18:21 IST

Don’t want free points: Karunaratne, after rain washes out second Lanka game

<p>Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne commented on rain playing spoilsport once again and washing out the match with Bangladesh. The match in Bristol had to be abandoned after persistent heavy rain. This was the second match involving Sri Lanka that had to be cancelled due to rain. Earlier, Lankans' clash with Pakistan had met the same fate. Skipper Karunaratne said that his team was at the World Cup to play competitive cricket and didn't want points for free.</p>

Updated on Jun 11, 2019 18:17 IST

Kuldeep Yadav OUT, Ravindra Jadeja IN? Watch The Knockout Show with Aakash Chopra

<p>Aakash Chopra talks about changes in the Indian team ahead of next match against New Zealand, Zing bails & lots more. Watch The Knockout Show with Aakash Chopra.</p>

Updated on Jun 11, 2019 10:55 IST

‘AB de Villiers called me before World Cup selection’: SA captain du Plessis

<p>South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis revealed that he got a call from former Proteas captain AB de Villiers who expressed his willingness to come out of retirement to help the team in the upcoming tournament. The South African Captain added that he received the call on the night before the World Cup squad selection. Faf was speaking to reporters at the press conference after the rain washed out the tie against West Indies on June 10.</p>

Published on Jun 11, 2019 09:40 IST

ICC World Cup | Rain washes out South Africa vs West Indies match

<p>The match between South Africa and West Indies was abandoned due to rain at the Rose Bowl. South Africa were 29 for 2 in 7.3 overs before the rain arrived. South Africa's have earned only one point from four of their nine games. On the other hand, West Indies stand on three points from three games and are still very much in the hunt for one of the top four places.</p>

Updated on Jun 10, 2019 18:10 IST

World Cup | Aaron Finch dismisses Zampa ball-tampering accusations

<p>Australian skipper Aaron Finch responded to Adam Zampa ball-tampering accusations. Finch dismissed all claims and said Zampa was only using a hand-warmer. He said, “I haven't seen the photos but I know that he has hand warmers in his pocket, he has them every single game he plays. So I honestly haven't seen them, so I can't comment too much on it. But I know for a fact that he has hand warmers every game.”</p>

Updated on Jun 10, 2019 13:16 IST

Yuvraj Singh announces retirement from International cricket

<p>Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh announced his retirement from all formats of International cricket. “After 25 years, I have decided to move on. Cricket has given me everything and is the reason why I stand here today,” the 37-year-old left-handed batsmen said while addressing the media. “I was extremely lucky to play 400 games for India. I could have never imagined it when I first started playing cricket,” he added.</p>

Updated on Jun 10, 2019 11:42 IST

Virat Kohli says ‘crowd booing Steven Smith’ not acceptable, wins hearts

<p>Indian captain Virat Kohli said that the 'crowd booing Steven Smith' at The Oval cricket ground during the World Cup match was not acceptable. The Indian captain apologised on behalf of the crowd after Smith was booed by them. Kohli was later praised for defending the former Australia captain from crowd at The Oval stadium. India on June 9 beat Australia by 36 runs at the World Cup match.</p>

Updated on Jun 10, 2019 07:07 IST

Eoin Morgan hails Jofra Archer’s performance against Bangladesh

<p>England skipper Eoin Morgan praised Jofra Archer's performance against Bangladesh. England beat Bangladesh by 106 runs. “Yeah, absolutely. Probably the way he finished as well. Obviously we've seen him start extremely well. Coming back in the middle and towards the end, not under pressure but obviously we'd like to bowl them out to get our rate up, for the tournament, and he wanted the ball. From about the 44th over he wanted the ball,” Morgan said.</p>

Updated on Jun 9, 2019 07:02 IST

ICC World Cup | Neesham, Williamson shine as Kiwis beat Afghanistan

<p>New Zealand beat Afghanistan by seven wickets in the ICC Cricket World Cup. The Kiwis bowled Afghanistan out for 172 in 41.1 overs - despite the openers putting on 66 for the first wicket. Jimmy Neesham took five for 31 and Lockie Ferguson four for 37. An unbeaten 79 from NZ skipper Kane Williamson saw them safely home.</p>

Updated on Jun 9, 2019 06:35 IST

World Cup | England shake off Pak loss, thrash Bangladesh by 106 runs

<p>England beat Bangladesh by 106 runs in the ICC World Cup 2019. Jason Roy's 153 helped the hosts reach a score of 386. England bowled Bangladesh out for 280 in 48.5 overs.</p>

Updated on Jun 9, 2019 06:38 IST

Army insignia on MS Dhoni’s gloves: Watch Rohit Sharma’s reaction

<p>Indian opener Rohit Sharma was questioned on the controversy over teammate Mahendra Singh Dhoni's wicket-keeping gloves. The latter sported a 'Balidaan Badge', an Indian Army insignia, on his gloves during India's match against South Africa. The International Cricket Council objected, and asked BCCI to ensure that Dhoni doesn't sport the emblem again. When asked about his reaction, Rohit Sharma said that he was unaware about the developments since he is not the captain.</p>

Updated on Jun 8, 2019 18:35 IST

World Cup: India plan to keep Aussie batsmen ‘guessing’, says Rohit Sharma

<p>Indian opener Rohit Sharma addressed the press a day before India's match against Australia at the Cricket World Cup. He said that India plan on keeping Australian batsmen guessing all throughout the match. He also commented on India's recent losses to Australia before the tournament and said that the team believes in performing well on the day that matters, without worrying about what happened in the past. Rohit Sharma began the tournament on a high after scoring an unbeaten century against South Africa in India's first game. He called that particular innings one of his best knocks.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 05:59 IST

World Cup | Australian skipper reveals strategy, eyes ‘early wickets’

<p>A day before Australia take on India at the Cricket World Cup, the former's captain spoke to the media. Aaron Finch revealed the strategy that his side would be adopting in the match which is being seen as the toughest test for the Aussies in the tournament so far. Finch said that his team would be looking to snatch some early wickets, not allowing batsmen like Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli to settle in.</p>

Updated on Jun 8, 2019 17:55 IST

World Cup | Defending champs Australia prepare for tough test against India

<p>The Australian cricket team practiced at The Oval in London, a day before its match with India, at the Cricket World Cup. The fixture with the Men in Blue is being pegged as the toughest test for the defending champions in the tournament so far. The Aussies have won both the games they have played at the 2019 World Cup. This is India's second match, after Kohli and his men defeated South Africa in a comprehensive manner.</p>

Updated on Jun 8, 2019 17:01 IST

World Cup | ‘Don’t underestimate Bangladesh’ says England skipper

<p>England captain Eoin Morgan said his side doesn't underestimate Bangladesh. Morgan said the team is focusing on its strengths after losing to Pakistan. “It is going to be a difficult game. They are a good side. I think people underestimate them. We certainly don't. They are a side that has played a lot of cricket. Their senior players, especially, have played a lot of games, even more so than our senior players. So they are a threat. But hopefully we can play well and overcome it,” said Morgan.</p>

Updated on Jun 8, 2019 04:39 IST

Bangladesh on facing England: ‘Must be confident with our tactics’

<p>Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza commented on his team's chances against hosts England. Mortaza said England can handle the pressure of being favourites in the tournament. “People are expecting that England will take the trophy this time, which is a kind of pressure, obviously. But I think England players know how to handle this pressure. So obviously for us, this is a very important match and we have to give our best shot, if possible, tomorrow,” said Mortaza.</p>

Updated on Jun 8, 2019 04:31 IST

ICC World Cup: The Blue Corner, Ind vs Aus Preview - Virat Kohli & Co face litmus test

<p>Team India got off to a triumphant start in the ICC World Cup with a fairly easy victory over South Africa. Rohit Sharma, Yuzvendra Chahal and Jasprit Bumrah were the stars of the victory.</p><p>In their second outing, Virat Kohli's team faces an in form Australian side who have already registered 2 wins out of 2 in the tournament and are now on a 10-match winning streak. Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins pose a potent threat with the ball while the likes of David Warner, Steve Smith and skipper Aaron Finch comprise an indomitable batting line up.</p><p>Hindustan Times Digital Sports Editor Arnab Sen and National Sports Editor of Hindustan Times Rudraneil Sengupta preview the match on the Blue Corner.</p>

Updated on Feb 23, 2020 05:54 IST

World Cup dampener: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan match abandoned due to rain

<p>Rain played spoilsport in the Sri Lanka versus Pakistan match at the Cricket World Cup. The match had to be abandoned after heavy rain left the field too wet for sufficient play. Umpires Ian Gould and Nigel Llong inspected the ground after the rain relented, but the conditions weren't favourable. Both the teams got one point each.</p>

Updated on Jun 7, 2019 17:20 IST

Army crest on MS Dhoni’s gloves | Ex-IPL chief backs MSD amid BCCI-ICC tussle

<p>An Indian Army crest on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's wicket-keeping gloves has sparked a controversy. During team India's first match in the Cricket World Cup, the former skipper wore gloves which bore the 'Balidaan Badge', a commando dagger with wings. Only Paramilitary Commandos are allowed to sport the badge. Dhoni has been conferred with an honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Parachute Regiment. But the International Cricket Council has asked the cricketer to remove the insignia, a decision which has been challenged by the Board of Control for Cricket in India.</p>

Updated on Jun 7, 2019 14:43 IST

West Indies must learn from Australia defeat’: Captain Jason Holder

<p>West Indies captain Jason Holder said that his team must learn from Australia defeat. He pointed Nathan Coulter's Nile dropped catch as the turning point of the match. The West Indies skipper added that it was disappointing to lose a game which they had been 'in full control of' with Australia at one point 38 for 4. Australia beat Indies by 15 runs in ICC World Cup at Trent Bridge on June 6.</p>

Updated on Jun 7, 2019 07:13 IST

‘Plenty of positives to take’: Starc on Australia’s win over West Indies

<p>Australian cricketer Mitchell Starc said that there were plenty of positives to take following his team's win over West Indies. The fast bowler took a five-wicket haul in the match. Australia beat West Indies by 15 runs in the ICC World Cup at Trent Bridge on June 6.</p>

Updated on Jun 7, 2019 07:27 IST

ICC World Cup | Virat Kohli showers praises on Bumrah and Chahal

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli was all praises for his bowling side after their win against South Africa. Virat lauded Jasprit Bumrah and Yuzvendra Chahal's performance. While addressing the media in a post-match conference, Virat said, “Again, you know the first match of the world cup, everyone knows it is a high pressure situation, the expectations are high on everybody, there was expectations on (Jasprit) Bumrah, there was on Bhuvi (Bhuvaneshwar Kumar). Given the expectations on Bumrah and the way he bowled with the new ball, I thought...I know he is bowling these days at a different level, but still ...and (Yuzvendra) Chahal, the way he changed the middle overs today, to realise that even after we had claimed two early wickets, and how important it is to still take wickets in the middle overs.”</p>

Updated on Jun 6, 2019 05:03 IST

ICC World Cup | Virat Kohli hails Rohit Sharma’s ‘best ODI innings by far’

<p>Virat Kohli lauded Rohit Sharma's performance against South Africa. India kick-started their World Cup campaign defeating South Africa by six wickets. While addressing the media in the post-match conference, Virat said, “I think in my opinion this is by far his best ODI innings because of the kind of pressure the first game brings from a World Cup point of view. And then I know, as a batsman, when you go in and a few balls bounce like that, it's not easy to gather yourself again and play in a calm manner. A lot of times batsmen tend to hit their way out of the situation. But he was very composed, he was very -- he's played so many games, we expect a lot of maturity and a lot of responsibility from someone like him.”</p>

Updated on Jun 6, 2019 04:46 IST

Rohit Sharma guides India to victory in World Cup opener against South Africa

<p>In their first game of the tournament, India beat South Africa in style. The Proteas won the toss and chose to bat first, but their top order collapsed and they managed to reach a score of 227 in 50 overs, mainly thanks to all-rounder Chris Morris. India opener Rohit Sharma guided India to victory, scoring his 23rd One Day International century, and second World Cup ton, in the process. India won by six wickets with 15 balls to spare.</p>

Updated on Jun 5, 2019 18:23 IST

‘Stay positive, strong’: du Plessis on match vs Ind amid injury troubles

<p>South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis commented on his team's mindset after two consecutive losses. He called on his team to 'stay positive, stay strong' ahead of their World Cup match against India. Du Plessis and his players have suffered a nightmare week with defeats to England and Bangladesh, injury to fast bowler Lungi Ngidi which rules him out of the India match - while Dale Steyn is out of the tournament altogether with a shoulder injury. </p>

Updated on Jun 5, 2019 04:13 IST

Proteas captain Faf du Plessis on Rabada’s ‘immature’ barb at Kohli

<p>South Africa skipper commented on his teammate's remarks against Virat Kohli. Faf du Plessis said he wasn't sure about the context of Rabada's comments. “A lot of other things are haunting me at the moment (smiling). I don't know the context of that, what was said in that article. I think it was mentioned in the IPL. So, for me to comment on that, not sure what the context was. Virat is a great player. Virat, whether you say something bad into the media, or you say something good, he is still going to rock up a good player at the match. I don't think that makes too much of a difference,” said Faf.</p>

Updated on Jun 5, 2019 04:03 IST

ICC World Cup 2019 | Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 34 runs (DLS)

<p>Sri Lanka recovered from a dramatic batting collapse to knock over Afghanistan for 152 and seal a 34-run win for its first victory at the Cricket World Cup in a rain-soaked Cardiff on Tuesday.</p>

Updated on Jun 5, 2019 03:47 IST

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