ICC WORLD CUP
T20WC: Logistical hassles galore in Caribbean's first ICC event in 14 years
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, hosted in the Caribbean after 14 years, was a significant success for Cricket West Indies, providing financial security and fulfilling the ICC's goal of spreading major events beyond traditional venues. However, logistical challenges marred the experience for many, including players and overseas fans. Issues ranged from undercooked pitches in the USA to hectic scheduling in the Caribbean, where teams faced multiple venue changes within short spans.
T20 World Cup champions on Modi's 'cup par charcha': Check fun conversation of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli with PM
India's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma and his team, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on July 4. Modi congratulated the team for their team spirit, talent, and patience, and praised their fighting spirit and never-say-die attitude. Sharma expressed gratitude for the opportunity to meet Modi and the team's hard work. Modi also asked Sharma about his unique walk while receiving the trophy, which was inspired by Kuldeep and Chahal.
PM Modi shares memorable moments with T20 World Cup-Winning Team India: Here's what he said
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the Indian cricket team’s T20 World Cup triumph at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. Team Captain Rohit Sharma and members arrived in Delhi early morning after delays due to a hurricane in Bridgetown, Barbados. Modi shared their interaction on social media, captured in a video with Coach Rahul Dravid. BCCI’s President Roger Binny and Secretary Jay Shah presented Modi a 'CHAMPIONS' jersey with the Team India crest, commemorating their 2 T20 World Cup wins. The event acknowledged their victory over South Africa in the final.
Babar Azam to be punished for 'mistakes', says Pakistan Cricket Board on T20 World Cup failure
Reacting to Pakistan's T20 World Cup failure, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi hinted at measures including potentially changing Babar Azam's captaincy, stadium upgrades, prioritizing national commitments, and bans for skipping domestic cricket.
Watch video: Rohit Sharma shows off T20 World Cup trophy as Team India arrives in Delhi
The Rohit Sharma-led team will stay at the ITC Maurya in Delhi for a while before heading to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his office, where a small function is organised. After meeting PM Modi, the players will travel to Mumbai for an open bus parade at Marine Drive.
Champions Trophy Draft: India-Pakistan match on March 1 in Lahore, BCCI yet to give consent
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has scheduled its Champions Trophy match against India in Lahore for March 1, 2023. The tournament is scheduled from February 19 to March 9, with March 10 as Reserve Day. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi submitted a 15-match schedule, with all India games kept in Lahore for security and logistical reasons.
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Hardik Pandya crowned No. 1 T20I all-rounder after World Cup final heroics
Hardik Pandya has risen two places to become the top-ranked men's T20I all-rounder, leveling with Sri Lankan star Wanindu Hasaranga. Pandya contributed significantly in the final with crucial wickets of Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller. He had a good tournament with both bat and ball, becoming the first Indian man to reach No.1 in the category.
From Bumrah's economy rate to record-low run-rate, a look at numbers that define T20 WC 2024
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 was a memorable event, with record-breaking figures in six-hitting, run-rate, and bowling economy rate. The tournament saw the lowest overall run rate at 7.09, the first time 500+ sixes were smashed in the competition. India secured eight wins in a row, making them the first team to win the T20 WC without a loss. Only the second ICC T20 WC without a single century was scored, with Nicholas Pooran's 98 against Afghanistan.
'Thank you so much for your very kind words': Virat Kohli expresses his gratitude to PM Modi
Virat Kohli expresses gratitude to PM Modi for the T20 World Cup win, highlighting the joy brought to the nation and his farewell to the T20 format after fulfilling the dream of winning the Cup.
Lot of time for me to sleep, for now I want live every second of this win: Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, holding the T20 World Cup trophy like a new-born, walked to the beach for a photo shoot, reflecting on India's first ICC title in 11 years. Overwhelmed with emotions, Rohit described the win as surreal, celebrating with teammates all night. Despite his lack of sleep, he cherished every moment of the victory. Rohit's instinctive tribute to the pitch, putting a speck of soil in his mouth, symbolized his gratitude for the historic win. He expressed relief and joy, emphasizing the hard work that led to this triumph.
From top bowling performances to boundary blitzes: Know about record-breaking moments of T20 World Cup 2024
The first T20 World Cup featuring 20 teams will be remembered for its historic moments and record-breaking performances. Team India ended their ICC trophy drought by clinching a thrilling seven-run victory over first-time finalists South Africa in Barbados. Here's a closer look at some of the amazing feats and records set during the tournament held in the West Indies and the USA.
SKY's 'Lagaan' moment: Suryakumar Yadav's boundary catch swung the T20 Finale in spectacular way
T20 World Cup Ind vs SA Final: In a thrilling T20 World Cup final against South Africa in Barbados, India clinched victory with a game-changing catch by Suryakumar Yadav. This win, India's second T20 title since 2007, ended an 11-year wait for an ICC trophy. Yadav's remarkable boundary catch of David Miller in the final over shifted the momentum, leading to a narrow seven-run victory. After the match, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announced their retirements from T20 cricket, marking the end of an era. Sharma will continue in ODI and Test formats. Fans celebrated this significant triumph globally.
'Couldn’t have dreamt of a better day': Virat Kohli on retirement
India's star batsman Virat Kohli retired from T20 International cricket after helping his team win the World Cup final against South Africa. Expressing gratitude on Instagram, Kohli said he couldn't have dreamed of a better day to retire and praised the next generation of players.
The stage for India's T20 triumph was not set in one day: Rohit & Co made the blueprint post 2023 World Cup setback
The Indian cricket team celebrated a triumphant comeback at Kensington Oval in Barbados as the sun set on a memorable evening. They gathered on the pitch, savoring their victory after clinching the World Test Championship mace and securing the ODI World Cup.
Rahul Dravid: After double dissappintment, how 'The Wall' helped India scale the world cup summit
After last year’s defeats in the World Test Championship and the 50-over World Cup, Rahul Dravid finally found success as India won the T20 World Cup. Dravid, stepping down as coach, dismissed the trending #DoItForDravid, focusing on good cricket. His tenure, starting in November 2021, ended India's ICC trophy drought. Dravid and Rohit Sharma’s strategic decisions, like opening with Kohli and playing Axar Patel, paid off.
Next T20 captain to be decided by selectors, says Jay Shah; confirms seniors' role in future ICC tournaments
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah expressed confidence in the continued presence of senior players in upcoming major tournaments like the Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship final, provided India qualifies. He emphasized that the decision on appointing the next T20 captain, following Rohit Sharma's retirement, rests solely with the selectors. Shah praised the contribution of senior players to India's T20 World Cup victory and indicated their likely participation in upcoming ODI matches and tournaments, including the Champions Trophy scheduled for February-March in Pakistan.
ICC T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament: Six Indians feature in the list, Finals MOTM Kohli misses out
The ICC's 'Team of the Tournament' for the T20 World Cup features six Indians, including Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, but omits Virat Kohli despite his match-winning performance in the final against South Africa. India won their second title with a thrilling seven-run victory, while Afghanistan had three players in the XI.
Where does India stand globally in terms of ICC trophies? A look into title cabinet following T20 WC win
A fine exhibition of death bowling by trio of Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya and stupendous knocks by Virat Kohli and Axar Patel helped India end their ICC trophy drought, securing their second ICC T20 World Cup title by beating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final at Barbados on Saturday.
T20 World Cup final: Virat Kohli bags Player of the Match; Here is full list of awards and cash prize
India clinched their second ICC T20 World Cup title in a nail-biting match against South Africa, winning by seven runs at Barbados on Saturday. Once again, South Africa faced disappointment as they continue to search for their first ICC title. Meanwhile, India ended an 11-year drought in ICC trophies, securing their first title since the 2013 Champions Trophy. Notably, India achieved this feat without losing a single match in the tournament.
T20 World Cup prize: Prize money for winner, runners-up, semi-finalists, and other teams
India and South Africa will compete for the T20 World Cup 2024 title at Kensington Oval. India aims for a second title after defeating England, while South Africa seeks its first win. The winner gets $2.45 million and the runner-up $1.28 million. Semi-finalists receive $787,500 each.
T20 WC final: Not really concerned about Virat Kohli's form because team's form far more important, says Sanjay Manjrekar
Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar prioritizes team momentum over Virat Kohli's form ahead of the T20 World Cup final against South Africa. Despite Kohli's recent struggles, Manjrekar believes India's collective performance is crucial. Kohli, who excelled in the IPL, has faltered in the World Cup with only 75 runs in seven matches. However, Manjrekar praises India's new T20 approach under Rohit Sharma's leadership and sees potential for them to win the World Cup.
T20 World Cup on course to become the most important ICC event, reveals player survey
The World Cricketers Association survey highlights a shifting trend towards the T20 World Cup among players, with significant changes in preferences observed from the ODI World Cup. The survey reflects the evolving landscape of cricket, with a diverse range of players contributing to the changing dynamics of ICC events.
Head coach Rahul Dravid hopeful India plays "good cricket" in T20 World Cup final
India's head coach Rahul Dravid expressed confidence in his team's consistency as they prepare for their third ICC tournament final under his leadership alongside captain Rohit Sharma. Dravid highlighted India's achievement of reaching finals across all formats and credited the players for their versatility in Test cricket, ODIs, and T20s. Looking ahead to the final against South Africa, Dravid emphasized the importance of staying calm and trusting their cricketing abilities, acknowledging that perfection is elusive in any game.
T20 World Cup final: India look to end 17-year wait, South Africa eye first-ever world title
Both teams are unbeaten, showcasing fearless and strategic cricket. Rohit Sharma's leadership has encouraged India to play bravely, with a strong batting lineup and versatile bowling led by Jasprit Bumrah. South Africa has shed their "chokers" tag by performing well under pressure. As both teams vie for victory, fans hope for fair conditions, with India seeking their first ICC title since 2011 and South Africa aiming for their maiden win.
T20 World Cup final: Marauding India up against resolute South Africa in epic finale
In the T20 World Cup final, India face South Africa as both teams aim for their first title. India, unbeaten so far, seek redemption after previous final losses, while South Africa look to overcome their 'chokers' tag. India's strong squad and performance make them favorites, with key players expected to deliver under pressure.
Michael Vaughan criticizes 'India-centric' scheduling after Afghanistan's ICC T20 World Cup semifinal loss
Former England captain Michael Vaughan criticized what he called "India-centric" scheduling for Afghanistan's disappointing performance in the ICC T20 World Cup semifinals against South Africa. Afghanistan, visibly inexperienced in big matches, collapsed to just 56 runs against South Africa's strong bowling attack. Vaughan pointed out that Afghanistan faced a flight delay which left them no time to practice upon arriving in Trinidad, a situation he deemed disrespectful to the players.
"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.
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