World Cup 2023

Will WC probe report see light of day?

The 2023 ODI World Cup ended three months ago, with Bangladesh suffering their worst outing in the event since 2003. It led to Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) forming a three-member committee to assess the performances of the Tigers, but will the report see the light of the day?

BCB waiting for Shakib over captaincy decision

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) seems to be uncertain about finding the next long-time skipper of the national side even more than a month after the World Cup 2023.

Shami tells ex-Pakistan players to ‘mend their ways’

"You are continuing to create controversy by saying that they (Indian bowlers) are getting a different colour ball, different company’s ball. Please, mend your ways.”

Bangladesh win the DRS battle in World Cup

Bangladesh players fell behind in most of the metrics in a torrid run in the recently concluded ICC World Cup but there was one aspect where they were right up there.

Rohit admits India 'not good enough' after World Cup final loss

India captain Rohit Sharma admitted his team were "not good enough" after slumping to a six-wicket loss to Australia in the World Cup final in Ahmedabad.

'Not in million years': Head stunned by World Cup heroics

Travis Head hailed his "amazing day" as he smashed a World Cup final century and grabbed a spectacular diving catch to inspire Australia to a six-wicket win over India on Sunday.

Head breaks India hearts

Opener Travis Head hit a sparkling 137 to power Australia to a record-extending sixth World Cup title with a convincing six-wicket win over India in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Ice-cool Aussies show character

The Australian cricket team's uncanny ability to turn up at their very best when the stakes are the highest was on full display in the final of the ICC World Cup against India on Sunday.

Cummins says leading Australia to World Cup title 'pinnacle in cricket'

Pat Cummins said captaining Australia to World Cup title glory was the "pinnacle in cricket" after his side dashed the dreams of tournament hosts India with a six-wicket win in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

November 11, 2023
November 11, 2023

South Africa will ride on 'must-win mindset' in semifinal

They head into the last-four with a record of seven victories in nine matches, having lost to India and, surprisingly, the Netherlands.

November 11, 2023
November 11, 2023

Afghanistan 'future's bright' after memorable World Cup

Afghanistan, led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, had definite highs in the tournament with two of their four wins coming against defending champions England and former winners Pakistan.

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Liton returns to Pune ahead of Australia match

The opener and his wife are expecting the birth of their first child

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Ashraful wants ‘new brain’ in selection panel

After a disastrous show in the ongoing ICC World Cup, Ashraful feels the Tigers think tank needs revamping in order to create a difference in Bangladesh’s performance for the coming days. 

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Maxwell will inspire a new generation, says McDonald

"Players take the game forward every day, and the game is better today than it was yesterday," the coach said.

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Inspired by Afghans, Dutch want 'ideal game' vs India

The Dutch side, who came through the qualifiers, upset South Africa and beat Bangladesh to register two wins from their eight matches so far.

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Best of enemies: England-Pakistan rivalry over the years

In 1956, Pakistani umpire Idris Baig was 'kidnapped' by England players, taken to the team hotel in Peshawar and doused with buckets of water

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

New Zealand to field first against Sri Lanka as rain threat looms

The weather in Bengaluru has been cloudy since the morning with some light drizzle earlier in the day

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

England eye 'proper performance' against Pakistan

England captain Jos Buttler said the team have shown a desire to "put things right" in India after a dismal World Cup campaign and are determined to secure a spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy with a top-eight finish.

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

Permutations for semifinals qualification

With India, South Africa and Australia already through, New Zealand, Pakistan and Afghanistan remain in the race for the fourth and final place in the knockout stages