‘Ready for anything they’ll throw at us’, Cummins on Ahmedabad wicket ahead of World Cup final

‘Ready for anything they’ll throw at us’, Cummins on Ahmedabad wicket ahead of World Cup final

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 - The pitch of the upcoming ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup final has already become the talk of the town with both teams keeping a close eye on how the wicket will be here at Narendra Modi Stadium.

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Men’s ODI World Cup: Laser light show to Musical symphony-Ahmedabad gears up for grand finale

Men’s ODI World Cup: Laser light show to Musical symphony-Ahmedabad gears up for grand finale

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 - The iconic Narendra Modi Stadium is all set for the grand finale of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 as India and Australia will lock horns on Sunday for the epic clash.

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Unblemished India heads towards World Cup glory

Unblemished India heads towards World Cup glory

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 - India will meet Australia for the second time in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup final on Sunday here at the Narendra Modi Stadium with an aim to avenge the painful loss of the 2003 marquee event.

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Nitto ATP Finals: Medvedev regrouping & ready for semis after losing to Alcaraz

Nitto ATP Finals: Medvedev regrouping & ready for semis after losing to Alcaraz

Turin, Nov 18 - After just 80 minutes on court Friday, Daniil Medvedev suffered his first loss of this year’s Nitto ATP Finals. But the World No. 3 is not dwelling on the defeat to Carlos Alcaraz, nor does he have time to.

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Nitto ATP Finals: Zverev claims 55th match win of year, misses Turin semis

Nitto ATP Finals: Zverev claims 55th match win of year, misses Turin semis

Turin, Nov 18 - Alexander Zverev ended his impressive 2023 comeback season in victory despite missing the semi-finals of the Nitto ATP Finals, defeating Andrey Rublev 6-4, 6-4 Friday night to finish the year with 55 match wins and as World No. 7.

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FIFA U-17 World Cup: Superb Brazil beat England to seal progress

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Superb Brazil beat England to seal progress

The result means both sides qualify for the last 16, with England as group winners and the South Americans as runners-up.

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Italy overpower North Macedonia in Euro 2024 qualifier

Italy overpower North Macedonia in Euro 2024 qualifier

Rome, Nov 18 - Italy broke the curse with a 5-2 victory over North Macedonia in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers here on Friday, with Federico Chiesa scoring a brace.

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As Team India eyes elusive glory, here’s a SWOT analysis of the team

As Team India eyes elusive glory, here’s a SWOT analysis of the team

New Delhi, Nov 18 - Two-time champions India are now one step away from achieving their destiny – of winning the Men’s ODI World Cup trophy. In the tournament, India have been a dominating force, making a mockery of the opposition teams with

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Rahul-Rohit combine: Relationship built on trust, respect, shared dream

Rahul-Rohit combine: Relationship built on trust, respect, shared dream

Mumbai, Nov 18 - One of the reasons for the Indian cricket team's tremendous success at the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023, besides the brilliant form and sensational performances of the top players, is the management team of coach Rahul Dravid and

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10 wins in a row: Looking back at Team India’s dream run

10 wins in a row: Looking back at Team India’s dream run

New Delhi, Nov 18 - The Rohit Sharma-led Indian team has been on a roll since October, thanks to their unbeaten run in the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup.

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Ahmedabad awaits another magical Kohli innings in star-studded career

Ahmedabad awaits another magical Kohli innings in star-studded career

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 - On Wednesday, before India defeated New Zealand to reach the finals of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, a tale of brilliance unfolded as Virat Kohli broke legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar's record for most ODI tons by hitting his

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SWOT analysis of Pat Cummins’ XI as they aim for 6th Aussie title win

SWOT analysis of Pat Cummins’ XI as they aim for 6th Aussie title win

New Delhi, Nov 18 - Since losing to India and South Africa at the start of the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup, Australia have been on an unbeaten streak to enter the knockouts and now find themselves in the title clash against India

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Pakistan’s tale of hope, heartbreak and leadership challenges

Pakistan’s tale of hope, heartbreak and leadership challenges

New Delhi, Nov 18 - As the dust settles on the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, the echoes of Pakistan's campaign resonate with a whirlwind of emotions -- from the initial hopes of emulating the 1992 glory to the bitter taste of defeat

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Minnows and powerhouses in equal numbers among exits and surprises

New Delhi, Nov 18 - Despite high hopes and aspirations, several cricket teams in the ICC Men's ODI World Cup fell short of expectations, failing to secure a spot in the knockout stage.

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Gill, Iyer, Ravindra, Jansen: World Cup debutants who made headlines

Gill, Iyer, Ravindra, Jansen: World Cup debutants who made headlines

Mumbai, Nov 18 - Shubman Gill, Travis Head, Shreyas Iyer, Mohammed Siraj, Rachin Ravindra and Marco Jansen are different people but have one thing in common -- they have all excelled in their debut World Cup in the 2023 edition in India.

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Iran crush New Caledonia in FIFA U-17 World Cup

Iran crush New Caledonia in FIFA U-17 World Cup

Jakarta, Nov 18 - Iran secured a 5-0 victory over New Caledonia in Group C of the U-17 FIFA World Cup on Friday.

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Colombia to meet Venezuela, Mexico in December friendlies

Colombia to meet Venezuela, Mexico in December friendlies

Bogota, Nov 18 - Colombia's national football team will end the year with friendlies against Venezuela and Mexico in the United States, the Colombian Football Federation (FCF) said on Friday.

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Denmark, Albania qualify for Euro 2024 Qualifiers

Denmark, Albania qualify for Euro 2024 Qualifiers

Berlin, Nov 18 - Denmark accomplished their qualification with one game to spare after beating Slovenia 2-1, while a 1-1 stalemate with Moldova was enough for Albania to book a place in the UEFA Euro 2024 on Friday.

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CLOSE-IN: World Cup’23 – The Final Countdown (IANS column)

CLOSE-IN: World Cup’23 – The Final Countdown (IANS column)

New Delhi, Nov 18 - The India versus Australia World Cup’23 finals on November 19 in the newly-constructed Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will be the stage for the final countdown.

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Suryakumar Yadav to captain India in T20Is against Australia: Reports

Suryakumar Yadav to captain India in T20Is against Australia: Reports

New Delhi, Nov 17 - With all-rounder Hardik Pandya yet to recover from an ankle injury, Suryakumar Yadav is likely to captain India in the upcoming T20 home series against Australia, according to a media report.

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