WTC Final | Michael Vaughan, Alastair Cook predict New Zealand victory: They've got a skillful bowling attack
3 years, 6 months ago

WTC Final | Michael Vaughan, Alastair Cook predict New Zealand victory: They've got a skillful bowling attack

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Former England captains Michael Vaughan and Alastair Cook reckon New Zealand will walk away with the top honours in the WTC final against India as they have the ability to play long periods of disciplined cricket and have got acclimatized to the English conditions. "If you analyse Test cricket, generally it is the side that are able to cover all the bases the longest that wins, and New Zealand are able to do that because they have a very skilful bowling attack," he added. New Zealand head into the fixture on the back of a 1-0 Test series victory over hosts England last week while the last red-ball match India featured in was in March. "They've got an unbelievable top six -Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant are a world-beating line-up and they've got pace bowlers to back it up.

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New Zealand seal series with 113-run win vs hapless Sri Lanka in rain-marred 2nd ODI
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New Zealand seal series with 113-run win vs hapless Sri Lanka in rain-marred 2nd ODI

India Today  

All-round New Zealand performed like a well-oiled machine to hammer Sri Lanka by 113 runs in the rain-hit 2nd ODI and take a 2-0 unassailable lead in the three-match series in Hamilton. New Zealand managed to post a competitive 255 for 9 after Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to field in a 37-overs-per-side match in the rain-marred second …

Michael Vaughan feels Team India was "blown away" after Perth Test at BGT 2024-25
4 days, 14 hours ago

Michael Vaughan feels Team India was "blown away" after Perth Test at BGT 2024-25

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan shared his insight on the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between Australia and India, and said that 'Men in Blue' were "blown away" after their triumph at the Perth Test. Michael Vaughan feels Team India was "blown away" after Perth Test at BGT 2024-25 India, who began the series with a historic …

How India can reach WTC Final: Win at SCG and hope for Sri Lankan series victory or draw against Australia
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How India can reach WTC Final: Win at SCG and hope for Sri Lankan series victory or draw against Australia

The Hindu  

India may have lost the crucial Boxing Day contest by 184 runs but all is not lost as far as their chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship Final are concerned. To qualify for the final, India must win the last Test of the series against Australia at Sydney, and then hope for a positive result for Sri Lanka …

NZ vs SL, 2nd T20I: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs to win three-match series 2-0
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NZ vs SL, 2nd T20I: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs to win three-match series 2-0

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. In the first game we were almost there to win and again we’re disappointed.” Once again, Jacob Duffy was New Zealand’s key bowler, dismissing opener Pathum Nissanka for …

Scenarios: What India, Australia and Sri Lanka needs to do to qualify for WTC finals?
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Scenarios: What India, Australia and Sri Lanka needs to do to qualify for WTC finals?

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India from being one of the front-runners to secure a place in the next year's World Test Championship final has dramatically slipped to third spot in the points table making them depend on other scenarios to make it through. With South Africa cementing their place in the final, the Kangaroos emerged as the favorites, while India and Sri Lanka …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead
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New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead

Hindustan Times  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead The tourists were edged by eight …

What are India’s chances of qualifying for WTC final after losing Boxing Test against Australia? All scenarios explained
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What are India’s chances of qualifying for WTC final after losing Boxing Test against Australia? All scenarios explained

Hindustan Times  

India's chances for the WTC final were dealt a body blow after Rohit Sharma and co stumbled to an 184-run loss in the Melbourne Test against Australia on Monday. India are now running the major risk of being knocked out of the WTC final race by the time the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test comes to an end in …

WTC points table: India can still qualify for WTC final 2025 despite MCG loss
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WTC points table: India can still qualify for WTC final 2025 despite MCG loss

Live Mint  

India suffered a huge setback after they lost to Australia in the fourth Test by 184 runs in the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday. India's WTC final qualification scenarios With just one Test match left in the cycle for India, Rohit Sharma's men need to win the final game in Sydney, starting on January 3. In that case, India will …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead
1 week, 4 days ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. In the first game we were almost there to win and again we’re disappointed.” Once again, Jacob Duffy was New Zealand’s key bowler, …

NZ vs SL, 1st T20I: New Zealand fights back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs
1 week, 6 days ago

NZ vs SL, 1st T20I: New Zealand fights back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs

The Hindu  

Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell made half centuries in a 105-run sixth wicket partnership to help lead New Zealand to an eight-run win over Sri Lanka on Saturday in the first of three T20 internationals. Outstanding bowling at the death also turned the match in New Zealand’s favour as Sri Lanka slumped from 121-0 to 164-8 in reply to New …

New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20
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New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20

Hindustan Times  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell made half centuries in a 105-run sixth wicket partnership to help lead New Zealand to an eight-run win over Sri Lanka on Saturday in the first of three T20 internationals. New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20 Outstanding bowling at the death …

New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20
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New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20

Associated Press  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell made half centuries in a 105-run sixth wicket partnership to help lead New Zealand to an eight-run win over Sri Lanka on Saturday in the first of three T20 internationals. Outstanding bowling at the death also turned the match in New Zealand’s favor as Sri Lanka slumped from 121-0 to …

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory
3 weeks, 4 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory

The Hindu  

New Zealand crushed England by 423 runs on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Mitchell Santner was named Player of the Match after ripping through the England tail to give New Zealand its biggest-ever win by runs and inflict …

What happens to India’s WTC final chances as follow-on against Australia, washout in Brisbane looms large
3 weeks, 4 days ago

What happens to India’s WTC final chances as follow-on against Australia, washout in Brisbane looms large

Hindustan Times  

India find themselves in trouble, with the Day 3 proceedings at the Gabba opening up two possibilities, both not in favour of the touring side. India's captain Rohit Sharma, center, and his batting partner KL Rahul leaves the field as rain stops play during play on day three of the third cricket test between India and Australia at the Gabba …

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: NZ power to 340-run lead on Day 2 as England crumbles

The Hindu  

England’s hopes of a series clean sweep all but evaporated on Sunday as it capitulated on day two of the third Test to trail New Zealand by 340 runs. New Zealand’s controlled strokeplay in the final session was in contrast to chaotic English batting between lunch and tea, where they lost their last eight wickets for 66 runs. Santner reinforced …

Cricket-New Zealand build strong platform in Hamilton
4 weeks ago

Cricket-New Zealand build strong platform in Hamilton

Hindustan Times  

-New Zealand made a strong start to their bid for a consolation victory in the third and final test against England in Hamilton on Saturday, posting 172 for three at tea on day one at Seddon Park. Cricket-New Zealand build strong platform in Hamilton The hosts suffered a setback just before the break when a loose shot from Rachin Ravindra …

England win toss, bowl in third Test against New Zealand
4 weeks ago

England win toss, bowl in third Test against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bowl in warm conditions for the third and final Test against New Zealand in Hamilton on Saturday. HT Image The tourists are chasing a clean sweep after clinching their first series victory on New Zealand soil since 2008 with big wins in Christchurch and Wellington. "We've played some really good …

WTC race: With SA taking top spot in the table, pressure on India
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1 month ago

WTC race: With SA taking top spot in the table, pressure on India

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: South Africa defeated Sri Lanka by 109 runs in Gqeberha to win the two-match series 2-0 on Monday and as a result moved up to No.1 on the ICC World Test Championship table with 63.33 percentage points. The equations get complicated if South Africa draw both their Tests to finish on 58.33% and Australia win at least three of …

WTC Final Scenarios: How India, Australia, South Africa and Sri Lanka can qualify after latest results
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1 month ago

WTC Final Scenarios: How India, Australia, South Africa and Sri Lanka can qualify after latest results

Firstpost  

While India slipped to the third spot in the ICC World Test Championship points table following their 10-wicket loss at the hands of Australia in the pink-ball Test in Adelaide, South Africa moved to the top spot with their 109-run victory over Sri Lanka in Gqeberha, completing a 2-0 sweep in the process. AP The race to the ICC World …

WTC points table updated: Pressure on India after South Africa beat Sri Lanka 2-0 to rise up the ladder
1 month ago

WTC points table updated: Pressure on India after South Africa beat Sri Lanka 2-0 to rise up the ladder

Live Mint  

Things got tougher for the Indian cricket team after South Africa defeated Sri Lanka 2-0 in the Test series on Monday to climb to the top of the World Test Championship table, thus displacing Australia to the second. South Africa's win over Sri Lanka puts India and Australia in a fix in the race for the WTC final, especially Rohit …

IND vs AUS: India's WTC Final Qualification Hopes In Jeopardy After Crushing Loss In Adelaide
1 month ago

IND vs AUS: India's WTC Final Qualification Hopes In Jeopardy After Crushing Loss In Adelaide

ABP News  

Australia claimed a thumping 10-wicket win on Day 3 of the second Test between India and Australia in Adelaide, levelling the five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy 1-1. If IND vs AUS BGT ends in a 2-2 draw For India to have a chance at qualifying for WTC Final if India vs Australia Border-Gavaskar Trophy ends in a 2-2 draw, India would require …

England heading for series-clinching win over New Zealand
1 month ago

England heading for series-clinching win over New Zealand

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England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead
1 month ago

England beats New Zealand by 323 runs in 2nd test to take unassailable 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — England conquered the Wellington gale Sunday to seal a 323 run win over New Zealand on the third day of the second test and to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Joe Root completed his 36th century as England batted for less than 30 minutes in the morning before declaring with a lead of …

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: Tim Southee Denies THIS English Duo Respective Tons; Dismisses Them In 'Nervous 90s'
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NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: Tim Southee Denies THIS English Duo Respective Tons; Dismisses Them In 'Nervous 90s'

ABP News  

NZ Vs ENG, 2nd Test: Tim Southee hands youngester Jacob Bethell a massive heartbreak in the latter's second-only Test match, as the Kiwi legend dismisses the batsman four runs shy off his maiden Test ton. The incident occured during the 3rd innings of the 2nd Test match between New Zealand and England at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, as Jacob …

India TV Sports Wrap on December 7: Today's top 10 trending news stories
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India TV Sports Wrap on December 7: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Australia took a slight lead against India in the second Test in Adelaide after the visitors were bowled out for 180 in the first innings while England pacer Gus Atkinson became the first bowler in Test history to take a hat-trick at Basin Reserve in Wellington after he helped the visitors clean up New Zealand for just 125 in the …

Gambhir, Rohit receive huge shot in the arm as India's WTC final hopes get major boost after NZ commit careless mistake
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Gambhir, Rohit receive huge shot in the arm as India's WTC final hopes get major boost after NZ commit careless mistake

Hindustan Times  

The World Test Championship 2023-2025 cycle is in its final legs and several teams are in the fray to make it to the final which is slated to be played at the Lord's Cricket Ground in June 2025. India, Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand are the five teams that have a realistic chance of progressing to the …

WTC Final scenarios: How India can qualify for next year's summit clash following New Zealand's loss to England in first Test
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1 month, 1 week ago

WTC Final scenarios: How India can qualify for next year's summit clash following New Zealand's loss to England in first Test

Firstpost  

How can India qualify for the 2025 World Test Championship final at Lord’s following England’s eight-wicket win over New Zealand in the first Test in Christchurch? So, how can India qualify for the WTC final following New Zealand’s loss to England in the first Test? Position Team Matches Won Lost Draw Point deductions Points Points percentage 1 India 15 9 …

Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma's WTC final dream gets slight nudge after New Zealand's loss to England
1 month, 1 week ago

Gautam Gambhir, Rohit Sharma's WTC final dream gets slight nudge after New Zealand's loss to England

Hindustan Times  

Brydon Carse, playing his third Test for England, picked up 10 wickets, including a second-innings five-wicket haul, as the visitors thrashed New Zealand by eight wickets at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Sunday and took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Skipper Rohit Sharma and coach Gautam Gambhir India reclaimed the top spot in the WTC points table …

England rise in latest ICC WTC 2025 points table following win against New Zealand
1 month, 1 week ago

England rise in latest ICC WTC 2025 points table following win against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Christchurch, : After winning against New Zealand in the first Test of a three-match series at Hagley Oval on Sunday, England rose to sixth position in the latest ICC World Test Championship 2025 table on Sunday ahead of the final of the competition. England rise in latest ICC WTC 2025 points table following win against New Zealand The first Test …

WTC Points Table Update after Brydon Carse helps England bring high-flying New Zealand down to earth
1 month, 1 week ago

WTC Points Table Update after Brydon Carse helps England bring high-flying New Zealand down to earth

India TV News  

England brought high-flying New Zealand back down to earth, winning the first Test of the ongoing three-match series by eight wickets at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Sunday. Bowling all-rounder Chris Woakes also impressed in the second innings, with figures of 3/59 after going wicketless in the first innings. WTC Points Table after England humble New Zealand in Christchurch Rank …

How South Africa’s win over Sri Lanka in 1st Test makes India and Australia’s road to WTC final more daunting
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

How South Africa’s win over Sri Lanka in 1st Test makes India and Australia’s road to WTC final more daunting

Hindustan Times  

The road to the World Test Championship final is getting more competitive with each passing day. With South Africa's win over Sri Lanka in the first Test by 233 runs at Kingsmead, Durban, it is time to bring the permutations and combinations into the mix. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via Copy Link Rishabh Pant ₹ 27 …

WTC 2023-25: How SA, SL and NZ could derail IND and AUS' hopes of featuring in final at Lord's
1 month, 1 week ago

WTC 2023-25: How SA, SL and NZ could derail IND and AUS' hopes of featuring in final at Lord's

Firstpost  

WTC 2023-25 final qualification scenarios: India regained the top spot on the points table after their thumping 295-run victory over Australia in Perth, but cannot afford to let their guard down with the Pat Cummins-led hosts and other teams such as South Africa in close pursuit. Following India’s thumping 295-run victory over Australia in the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar …

Cricket-England lose three early wickets after dismissing NZ for 348
1 month, 1 week ago

Cricket-England lose three early wickets after dismissing NZ for 348

Hindustan Times  

Nov 29 - England lost Zak Crawley, Jacob Bethell and Joe Root cheaply to reach lunch on 45-3 after finally bowling out New Zealand for 348 on the second day of the first test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Friday. Cricket-England lose three early wickets after dismissing NZ for 348 Seamer Brydon Carse took 4-64 and spinner Shoaib Bashir 4-69 …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Williamson’s 93 guides New Zealand to 319 for eight at Stumps on Day 1 against England
1 month, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Williamson’s 93 guides New Zealand to 319 for eight at Stumps on Day 1 against England

The Hindu  

Kane Williamson slipped seamlessly back into the New Zealand cricket team, top-scoring with 93 as the Black Caps reached 319-8 Thursday on the first day of the first Test against England. Williamson was injured and missed New Zealand’s historic 3-0 series win over India in India last month. England’s Shoaib Bashir bowls during play on the first day of the …

South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2: Live Score and Updates from Durban
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

South Africa vs Sri Lanka 1st Test Day 2: Live Score and Updates from Durban

India Today  

12:47 IST: Since we did talk about New Zealand briefly, let's tell you about what happened earlier in the day. England and New Zealand kickstarted their 3-Test series in Christchurch, with the visitors opting to bowl first, as is mostly the case in SENA countries in Tests. Almost like a repeat of what happened in the India-New Zealand Tests, the …

India back in contention: 5 teams in home stretch of race to WTC Final
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

India back in contention: 5 teams in home stretch of race to WTC Final

India Today  

The race for a place in the World Test Championship 2023-25 final is heating up with New Zealand, Sri Lanka and South Africa still in contention. India recently reclaimed their top spot after winning the Perth Test by 295 runs, and it would keep them in good stead before the Adelaide Test from December 6. New Zealand, Sri Lanka riding …

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?

Live Mint  

India's 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth has once again put Rohit Sharma's men back on top of the World Test Championship table. With four more Tests to go against Australia, the equation is clear for India - win at least three games and qualify for the WTC final next year without …

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India’s WTC final qualification scenarios: How can ENG vs NZ, SA vs SL Test series results help Rohit Sharma’s men?

Live Mint  

India's 295-run victory over Australia in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth has once again put Rohit Sharma's men back on top of the World Test Championship table. With four more Tests to go against Australia, the equation is clear for India - win at least three games and qualify for the WTC final next year without …

WTC Points Table after Perth Test: India reclaim No. 1 spot with win over Australia in 1st BGT match
1 month, 2 weeks ago

WTC Points Table after Perth Test: India reclaim No. 1 spot with win over Australia in 1st BGT match

Firstpost  

India outplayed Australia with bat as well as with ball in the opening match of the five-Test series of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to revive their chances of qualifying for a third consecutive ICC World Test Championship final. AP India had arrived in Australia for a marquee five-Test series on the back of a humiliating 0-3 whitewash at the hands of …

How can India qualify for WTC Final after 295-run victory against Australia? Check full scenarios
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How can India qualify for WTC Final after 295-run victory against Australia? Check full scenarios

Live Mint  

Jasprit Bumrah-led Team India were at their best in the 1st Test match against Australia in Perth as they defeated the Kangaroos by 295 runs on their home ground. Heroics from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli in the 2nd innings ensured that India posted a total of 487 runs and ensured that the match could only go one way. India's …

SL vs NZ 3rd ODI Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Sri Lanka vs New Zealand match in Pallekele
1 month, 3 weeks ago

SL vs NZ 3rd ODI Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Sri Lanka vs New Zealand match in Pallekele

India TV News  

Sri Lanka will take on New Zealand for one final time in the ongoing ODI series on Tuesday, November 19. Hence, Sri Lanka have rested four of their crucial all-format stars in Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, and Asitha Fernando for the finale keeping in mind the South Africa Tests with the likes of Eshan Malinga, Lahiru Udara and …

Brett Lee's 'atrocious' take on Team India's 'downfall': 'They went into the series thinking we'll whitewash the Kiwis'
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Brett Lee's 'atrocious' take on Team India's 'downfall': 'They went into the series thinking we'll whitewash the Kiwis'

Hindustan Times  

Brett Lee, the former Australia pacer, reckons India probably made the mistake of taking New Zealand lightly, resulting in a 0-3 whitewash at the hands of the Kiwis. A meek eight-wicket surrender in Bengaluru, followed by a 113-run demolition in Pune, tarnished India's 18 blemish-free series at home. Brett Lee says India underestimated New Zealand A concerning pattern that emerged …

"Not looking at WTC, every series important": Gautam Gambhir ahead of crucial BGT clash
1 month, 4 weeks ago

"Not looking at WTC, every series important": Gautam Gambhir ahead of crucial BGT clash

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, where Team India needs to deliver a huge win to make it to the World Championship Final, India head coach Gautam Gambhir affirmed that the team is not looking that far and is rather focussing on the immediate challenge. "Not looking at WTC, every series important": Gautam Gambhir ahead of crucial BGT …

New Zealand stun Sri Lanka, defend 108 on tricky Dambulla pitch
2 months ago

New Zealand stun Sri Lanka, defend 108 on tricky Dambulla pitch

Hindustan Times  

Dambulla, : In an extraordinary display of bowling prowess, the New Zealand cricket team successfully defended a modest total of 108 runs against Sri Lanka in Dambulla on Sunday. The low-scoring thriller saw New Zealand emerge victorious by bundling out Sri Lanka for just 103 runs in 19.5 overs. New Zealand stun Sri Lanka, defend 108 on tricky Dambulla pitch …

SL vs NZ: Sri Lanka prepares for rain-soaked T20 showdown with New Zealand
2 months ago

SL vs NZ: Sri Lanka prepares for rain-soaked T20 showdown with New Zealand

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka hopes to maintain its purple patch at home with a two-match Twenty20 series against New Zealand starting Saturday -- but rains may force the host to keep its formidable spin attack on standby. This year’s home success has hinged on Sri Lanka’s spinners, but Asalanka said forecast rains in Dambulla could force a strategic rethink. Sri Lanka has …

NZ vs ENG 2024: New Zealand expect England to stick to attacking ‘Bazball’ ways
2 months ago

NZ vs ENG 2024: New Zealand expect England to stick to attacking ‘Bazball’ ways

The Hindu  

New Zealand expects England to stick to its attacking brand of cricket when it faces the Black Caps in the upcoming home test series despite Ben Stokes’s team crashing to defeat in Pakistan. Former England captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Vaughan said ‘Bazball’ had met its match against Pakistan but New Zealand skipper Tom Latham was not convinced the tourists …

Pakistan's Chance to Conquer India in Tests
2 months ago

Pakistan's Chance to Conquer India in Tests

Hindustan Times  

Former England Michael Vaughan and legendary Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram believe that Pakistan have the best chance to topple India in Tests if a Test series between the two teams is played now. Pakistan have been hammered by New Zealand 3-0 at home, and Akram believes that they can exploit India's struggles with spin bowling on a turning track.

New Zealand's Whitewash of India: A Historic Feat That Could Rival WTC Final
2 months ago

New Zealand's Whitewash of India: A Historic Feat That Could Rival WTC Final

India Today  

New Zealand scripted history by defeating India 0-3 in the subcontinent. The Kiwis dominated every Test match and secured a spot in the World Test Championship Final for the first time in three seasons. Will Young was named Player of the Series for his consistent batting, while Ajaz Patel shone with his bowling performance against Indian spinners. The win against …

Ind vs NZ: A Historic Encounter That Leaves India Defeated
2 months ago

Ind vs NZ: A Historic Encounter That Leaves India Defeated

The Hindu  

Ajaz Patel's incredible bowling performance for New Zealand in the India series has overshadowed his perfect 10 wickets in the 2021 test match. Patel took 5-103 and 6-57 in the second and third tests, respectively, leading New Zealand to a 25-run win and the first team to blank India in a home series featuring three or more tests. Patel's performance …

New Zealand Triumphs Over India in Historic Series Sweep
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2 months ago

New Zealand Triumphs Over India in Historic Series Sweep

Hindustan Times  

Ajaz Patel's incredible bowling performance in the 3-0 series sweep over India surpasses his perfect 10 wickets in one innings. The 36-year-old spinner took 5-103 in the first test and 6-57 in the second, leading New Zealand to a 25-run win. Patel's performance made him the most successful visiting bowler at a single Indian ground with 25 wickets. He expressed …

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