CRICKET TOURNAMENT SUCCESS
It's a great achievement to win T20 WC: Rajeev Shukla on Team India's success in Barbados
BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla praised Team India's victorious campaign at the 2024 T20 World Cup, calling it a significant achievement. India clinched their second T20 WC title by defeating South Africa in Barbados. Shukla credited the players, team management, and BCCI officials for their success. The team arrived in Delhi amidst fanfare after facing challenges, including Hurricane Beryl delaying their return. The celebrations include a reception and an open-top bus ride in Mumbai, honoring their triumph and Virat Kohli's standout performance in the final.
Faith fuels cricket win
India's recent T20 cricket victory exemplifies the nation's joy as individual energies combined within the team, showcasing a deep-seated belief in success. The collective trust and harmonious blend of talents propelled India towards extraordinary achievements, echoing the essence of being a winner in a remarkable display of human spirit.
Thanks for that call Ro: Dravid reveals how Rohit stopped him from quitting after ODI WC heartbreak
Rahul Dravid revealed that he would not have been part of the history-making team if not for a phone call from India skipper Rohit Sharma, requesting him to continue after the ODI World Cup final defeat. Dravid's tenure as head coach had been set to end after India's loss to Australia in the final, despite a 10-match winning streak. However, the coaching staff was given an extension until the end of the T20 World Cup, which concluded recently.
From first World Cup in 1983 to 2024: Here is India's glorious cricketing journey
India clinched their second T20 World Cup title in 2024, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in Barbados. Led by Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's 76-run innings laid the foundation for India's total of 176-7. Despite South Africa's strong start, India's bowlers staged a remarkable comeback, restricting them to 169-8 and ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought.
Rahul Dravid’s incredible coaching journey has shaped Indian cricket's success: PM Modi as he congratulates Team India on T20 WC win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended congratulations to coach Rahul Dravid and the Indian cricket team for their historic T20 World Cup 2024 victory over South Africa in Barbados. Modi praised Dravid's coaching tenure, noting his transformative impact on Indian cricket with dedication, strategic insights, and nurturing talent. Under Dravid's guidance, India achieved milestones like reaching the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals and being runners-up in the ODI World Cup 2023 and World Test Championship 2023. Modi commended Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's leadership, highlighting their contributions to India's success in securing their second T20 World Cup title.
BCCI awards Rs 125 crore to Team India: Here's how much each player will get
T20 World Cup Final: The Indian cricket team secured their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling win over South Africa. The BCCI announced a cash prize of INR 125 crores for the team, in addition to the INR 20.41 crores prize money. Key contributions from Virat Kohli, Arshdeep Singh, and Jasprit Bumrah were instrumental in the victory. Fans eagerly await details of the team's return and celebrations. This victory ends India's 11-year ICC trophy drought.
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The T20 World Cup was a milestone for cricket's global ambitions
With the decision to increase the size of the tournament to 20 teams and to play part of the group stage in the USA, the International Cricket Council (ICC) saw this World Cup as a vehicle for expansion of the sport's popularity. More teams from emerging cricket nations were given a chance to perform on the global stage and Americans were offered the opportunity to engage with a sport far from their mainstream.
T20 World Cup final: Devastated South Africa reflect on missed opportunity
South Africa's agonising seven-run loss to India in the Twenty20 World Cup final has motivated them for future success after reflecting on a solid campaign, according to captain Aiden Markram. Despite needing 30 runs from the final 30 balls with six wickets left and two set batters, South Africa fell short as India's experience and precision in bowling sealed the game. Markram expressed the team's disappointment but also their determination to learn from this experience and strive for more success in future finals, especially when they host the 50-over Cricket World Cup in 2027.
T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit Sharma believes Rahul Dravid 'deserved the trophy' for his contribution to Indian Cricket
As India successfully ended their ICC trophy drought, Men in Blue skipper Rohit Sharma said that departing head coach Rahul Dravid deserved the T20 World Cup 2024 trophy more than anyone in the team.
Emotional Virat Kohli video calls Anushka Sharma, kids after T20 World Cup triumph; Here's how she commemorated the win
India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory against South Africa, clinched by a tense 7-run margin, sparked emotional scenes as Virat Kohli shared a touching video call with his family from Barbados. Anushka Sharma expressed pride and joy on social media, celebrating Kohli's stellar performance and India's triumph. Kohli's leadership and a strong team effort, highlighted by Axar Patel's crucial partnership, led to India's score of 176/7. Despite South Africa's resilience, India's bowlers secured the win, marking a historic return to ICC glory after an 11-year wait.
Don't want to jinx it but there's a big one coming up: Rohit, Dravid back Kohli
Rohit Sharma's emphasis on strategic gameplay, clear thinking, and the importance of staying composed under pressure has been pivotal in India's journey to the T20 World Cup finals. With a focus on maintaining a balanced approach and allowing batters to rely on their instincts, the team aims to deliver a strong performance in the upcoming crucial match.
Unbeaten India and South Africa ready to end glory waits in T20 World Cup final
Unbeaten throughout almost a month of cricket across the USA and the Caribbean, India and South Africa will face off at the Kensington Oval on Saturday in the T20 World Cup final both looking to end long waits for glory. India crushed defending champions England by 68 runs in Guyana on Thursday, the day after South Africa thrashed Afghanistan by nine wickets in Trinidad to end a long and agonising wait for a title game.
That's not the pitch you want to have a World Cup semifinal on: Afghan coach Jonathan Trott
Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott criticized the pitch used for their T20 World Cup semifinal against South Africa, calling it unfit for such a crucial match. The pitch's inconsistent bounce and seam movement led to Afghanistan being bowled out for 56, the lowest score in a T20 World Cup semifinal. Despite South Africa's quick chase, their batters also struggled. Trott emphasized the need for a fair contest and expressed hopes that the team would learn from this challenging experience.
"A great learning experience, we carry a lot of belief": Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan after loss to SA in T20 WC semis
In the ICC T20 World Cup, Afghanistan faced defeat against Proteas, highlighting the outstanding performance of Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, and Tabraiz Shamsi. Despite the loss, skipper Rashid Khan remains optimistic, emphasizing the team's learning experience and determination to improve for future competitions.
Afghanistan-South Africa T20 World Cup semifinal pits cricket's overachievers against underachievers
In the T20 World Cup semifinals, Afghanistan faces a tough challenge against South Africa while carrying the hopes of their nation. With a strong bowling attack and resilient batting lineup, Afghanistan aims to defy the odds and emerge victorious in this high-stakes cricket encounter.
Chak De in the USA! Just don't count your home runs yet
In 1844, USA and Canada played the first-ever international cricket match in Manhattan, 33 years before the Australia-England encounter. Canada emerged victorious. Fast forward 180 years, the same teams faced off in the first-ever cricket World Cup match on US soil on June 1, marking a significant milestone in cricket history.
T20 World Cup: Cricket fever in the US is low-grade at best
Cricket, the world's second most popular sport, is making a play for America's attention with the International Cricket Council Men's T20 World Cup, held on American soil for the first time. Despite the in-person crowds, few American sports fans are paying attention to the sport. Cricket has been played in America since the early 18th century, but its gentlemanly pace and association with foreign powers have hindered its growth.
Five-wicket Akeal Hosein shines as West Indies thrash Uganda by 134-run margin
Left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein's career-best figures of five for 11 decimated an inept Ugandan batting line-up as the West Indies romped to a 134-run victory in a Group C match of the T20 World Cup at the Guyana National Stadium on Saturday. West Indies' second win in as many matches pulls them level at the top of the table on points with Afghanistan although the Afghans remain in first position by virtue of a better net run-rate.
India vs Pakistan: Will Virat Kohli prove Pakistan's nemesis again?
The stage is set for another chapter in the iconic rivalry between India and Pakistan in world cricket, with Pakistan's bowling unit preparing to face the formidable Virat Kohli, who has been a nemesis for them. Kohli's consistency and success in the T20 World Cup matches have made him a key player in India's victories against Pakistan.
'Black Day': Pakistan cricket community slams team after shock defeat to USA
Pakistan's cricket team suffered a shock defeat at the hands of the USA in the T20 World Cup, calling it a "black day". The team's performance was criticized for making tactical blunders and the lack of effort in the field by some players. Former captain Younis Khan criticized the team's lack of exposure against top teams and the mental strength of the players. Former opener Mohsin Khan expressed concern about the future of Pakistan cricket and the need for a do-or-die match against India.
Major League Cricket selects Remitly as signature partner
Major League Cricket (MLC) has partnered with digital financial services provider Remitly as a Signature Partner for the league's second season. The partnership is a significant milestone as MLC prepares for the tournament's return on July 5 in Morrisville, NC and Grand Prairie, TX. Remitly's digitally native, cross-border payments app will launch exclusive promotions to celebrate MLC fans, including discounts on international money transfers and special offers during the season.
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup: Babar Azam admits to some nervousness in Pak camp
Pakistan captain Babar Azam anticipates nerves in the high-stakes match against India in the T20 World Cup. He aims to reclaim the trophy, highlighting the pressure game against rivals India and the significance of the tournament clash at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup: Cricket’s tryst with America
India's prospects at the Twenty20 World Cup in the USA rely on key players like Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav, shaping the team's strategy for success.
T20 Cricket World Cup starts this week: Match timings, tournament format, India match schedule, where to watch live streaming
The Twenty20 World Cup begins with the United States playing Canada in Dallas this Saturday. The championship features 20 teams in a new format, with matches in the West Indies and the US. Australia aims to hold all major cricket titles. India is in Group A featuring Pakistan, Canada, Ireland, and United States. To qualify for Group 8, India needs to finish among the first two in the group.
ICC T20 WC, Group A preview: India, Pakistan placed with sides aiming to make mark in international cricket
Group A in the ICC T20 World Cup comprises India, Pakistan, Canada, Ireland, and the USA. India aims to end their title drought. Pakistan seeks a breakthrough. Ireland has been showcasing steady growth, and the USA and Canada are making their tournament debuts. Key players to watch include Jasprit Bumrah for India, Babar Azam for Pakistan, Paul Stirling for Ireland, Ali Khan for the USA, and Saad Bin Zafar for Canada.
Gautam Gambhir can be misleading at times but when it comes to crunch times, he has always delivered
But, Gambhir is, and was not, a grumpy person. He has the look of the perennial angry young man, because, let’s face it, he won’t back down from certain causes. Does he always pick the right ones? This is hard to say, given his politics. But, once he has committed to something, Gambhir will give what he can. Let us leave the constituency of Delhi East alone for the moment, as Gambhir has, and focus on cricket.
BCCI's Jay Shah announces Rs 25 lakh IPL award, but it's not for Kohli, Starc, or other star players
BCCI secretary Jay Shah announced rewards for IPL groundsmen and curators: Rs 25 lakhs each for the 10 regular venues and Rs 10 lakhs each for the three additional venues. Shah praised them as "unsung heroes" for maintaining high-quality pitches despite tough conditions. This recognition follows similar rewards Shah has given in past cricket tournaments.
Babar Azam holds the key to success for unpredictable Pakistan at the T20 World Cup
Pakistan cricket has undergone significant changes in the past 18 months, with Babar Azam returning as captain for the Twenty20 World Cup amidst multiple leadership and selection panel changes. The team's preparation for the tournament has been impacted by various off-field events, including the appointment of a new head coach and experiments with team combinations.
'They will win you the trophy': Former cricketer offers insights to RCB for IPL trophy
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif offers strategic advice to Royal Challengers Bangalore, urging them to focus on Indian talent for future IPL triumphs. Kaif emphasizes the importance of RCB learning from their setbacks and investing in local players, citing the success of teams like KKR and Rajasthan Royals. He suggests that RCB's reliance on foreign stars should be balanced with nurturing and backing Indian talent, pointing to examples of successful Indian players in the league.
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