World Cup 2019: All you need to know about Sarfaraz & Co
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England v South Africa: 3 things we learned from World Cup opener
Archer, born in Barbados to a British father, only qualified to play for England in March but the 24-year-old is such a dynamic force that he was appearing in the World Cup after just three previous one-day international appearances. But raw pace was the one element that had been missing from England?s attack and it took just two balls ...
England crush South Africa by 104 runs in World Cup opener
The all-rounder top-scored with 89 in England?s 311 for eight, held a brilliant catch in the outfield and took two for 12, including the last wicket, as England won with 61 balls left. Barbados-born Archer, who only qualified for England in March, made his presence felt even before he had taken a wicket with a bouncer that beat Hashim ...
Pakistan great Mushtaq Mohammad sees turnaround in middle of World Cup
?Our boys are well capable to do miracles and make a turnaround.? He said the 1992 World Cup team was by far better however, the present team is also doing better with Babar Azam as the best batsman.
Wasim Akram advises Green Shirts to play fearless cricket
NOTTINGHAM: Wasim Akram, the legendary Pakistan fast bowler, has advised the Sarfaraz-led team to play attacking and fearless cricket in their world cup opener against the West Indies. Speaking to Geo News in Nottingham, Waseem said the venue has always offered high-scoring matches and Green Shirts will have to display aggressive cricket against the Caribbeans. Highlighting the role of ...
Stokes stars as England thrash South Africa in World Cup opener
The all-rounder top-scored with 89 in England?s 311 for eight, held a brilliant catch and took two for 12, including the last wicket, as England won with 61 balls left. ?We were very good today ? we were good as a batting unit even though we couldn?t score a considerable total which was our Plan A,? said England captain ...
Stokes' spectacular catch wins hearts
LONDON: With his brilliant performance, all-rounder Ben Stokes dominated the ICC World Cup 2019 opening match between England and South Africa at Kennington Oval, London, on Thursday. However, one catch that helped Adil Rashid dismiss Andile Phehlukwayo (24) in the 35th left the spectators stunned in the much awaited World Cup 2019 opener, receiving a huge applause from the ...
Smith, Warner hungry as Australia launch World Cup campaign against Afghanistan
LONDON (AFP) - Steve Smith and David Warner will seek redemption on the biggest stage as they re-launch their one-day international careers for Australia against Afghanistan at the World Cup on Saturday. After edging out hosts India 3-2 in a five-match ODI series in March, Australia welcomed back Smith and Warner with open arms. But they are not expected ...
New Zealand begin World Cup charge against Sri Lanka
The Black Caps reached the final four years ago for the first time after six semi-final defeats, only to be soundly beaten by Australia in Melbourne. Since the last World Cup, New Zealand have risen as high as second in the world rankings but have also been beaten at home by South Africa, England and India. If we can ...
West Indies playing with Hope ahead of Pakistan World Cup opener
NOTTINGHAM (AFP) - Jason Holder sounded a warning for West Indies? World Cup opponents ahead of their opening game against Pakistan on Friday, saying his team are playing with a smile on their faces. Holder was positive on the eve of the game at Trent Bridge, with his team boosted by a 91-run win over a formidable New Zealand ...
'That wasn't my best catch': Modest Stokes produces World Cup gem
LONDON (AFP) - Ben Stokes insists his astonishing catch in England?s World Cup rout of South Africa on Thursday doesn?t rank as the best of his career. Stokes capped a man-of-the-match display in England?s 104-run victory at the Oval with one of the greatest catches in World Cup history. Diving backwards to dismiss Andile Phehlukwayo with a one-handed take ...
Tiger feat! Superfan risks bribes, injury to see Bangladesh idols
DHAKA (AFP) - Desperate times call for desperate measures and colourful cricket superfan Shoyab Ali has had to deploy a full arsenal as he follows his beloved Bangladesh around the globe. The 31-year-old Dhaka car mechanic, known at grounds worldwide for his distinctive tiger body and face paint, has injured himself, paid a bribe and spent his life savings ...
World Cup a dream come true for Pakistan's Mohammad Amir
(AFP) ? Pakistan spearhead Mohammad Amir says playing in the World Cup will be a dream come true after he missed the previous two tournaments following a ban for spot-fixing. The 27-year-old nearly missed out this time as he was left out of the preliminary World Cup squad, having taken just five wickets in the 14 matches before the ...
England kick-start World Cup campaign with a mighty win by 104 runs
The all-rounder top-scored with 89 in England's 311 for eight, held a brilliant catch in the outfield and took two for 12, including the last wicket, as England won with 61 balls left. Barbados-born Archer, who only qualified for England in March, made his presence felt even before he had taken a wicket with a bouncer that beat Hashim ...
Pakistan name 12-member squad for World Cup match against West Indies
The 12-member Pakistan squad against West Indies include opener Fakhar Zaman, Imam Ul Haq, Babar Azam, Mohammad Hafeez, Sarfraz Ahmad, Harris Sohail, Asif Ali, Shadab Khan, Immad Wasim, Mohammad Amir, Wahab Riaz and Hassan Ali. Earlier, addressing a press conference skipper Sarfraz Ahmed confirmed that seamer Mohammad Amir is complete fit and would be available for clash with West ...
England thrash South Africa by 104 runs in World Cup opener
Ben Stokes top-scored with 89 in England?s 311 for eight, held a brilliant catch in the outfield and took two for 12, including the last wicket, as England won with 61 balls left. Barbados-born Archer, who only qualified for England in March, made his presence felt even before he had taken a wicket with a bouncer that beat Hashim ...
World Cup a dream come true for Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir
NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom: Pakistan spearhead Mohammad Amir says playing in the World Cup will be a dream come true after he missed the previous two tournaments following a ban for spot-fixing. The 27-year-old nearly missed out this time as he was left out of the preliminary World Cup squad, having taken just five wickets in the 14 matches before ...
From village cricket to World Cup for Pakistan's Shadab
ISLAMABAD (AFP) - A relentless training routine and "unparalleled" commitment have taken Pakistan leg-spinner Shadab Khan from club cricket in his remote village to the World Cup in just a few short years. The 20-year-old, already third in the world Twenty20 bowling rankings, has caught the eye of none other than Pakistan?s Prime Minister Imran Khan -- who led ...
Pakistan seek Champions Trophy inspiration as West Indies loom
NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom, May 30, 2019 (AFP) - Pakistan will seek inspiration from their dramatic Champions Trophy win in England two years ago when they take the field in their opening World Cup match against a resurgent West Indies on Friday. Pakistan have lost their past ten one-day internationals including a 5-0 whitewash by Australia and 4-0 thumping ...
Javed Miandad, Sachin Tendulkar played most World Cup matches in history
LONDON: Pakistan?s Javed Miandad and India?s Sachin Tendulkar are the two international players who represented their countries most in world cup matches. In 44 years history of the mega event, Javed Miandad and Sachin Sachin both had the opportunity to play six World Cups.
