Jun 30, 2019
No talk of 1992 parallels, says Wahab Riaz
Imran Khan led Pakistan to the title 27 years ago and the exact pattern of wins, losses and washouts is being followed in this year’s tournament.
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Jun 30, 2019
Reifer reveals West Indies’ World Cup soul-searching
The Windies bowed out of the competition after their loss to India
Jun 30, 2019
Sri Lanka, West Indies meet in a battle for pride
Karunaratne’s side will have to depend on external factors even if they end up winning their remaining two matches.
Jun 30, 2019
Australia’s fight spirit makes Border happy
New Zealand win has brought back that old familiar feeling that often leads to a World Cup trophy
Jun 30, 2019
ICC chief happy with the ‘sporting’ pitches
Richardson insists the pitches have provided good balance between bat and ball.
Jun 30, 2019
India defeat was the turning point for Australia, says Starc
Australia’s only reverse in eight group matches at this World Cup was a 36-run defeat by India.
Jun 30, 2019
Naib defends the decision to bowl himself against Pakistan
The skipper gave away 18 runs in the final over which resulted in their loss
Jun 30, 2019
Vettori urges New Zealand not to panic after World Cup blow
Former skipper insists the team can win their first-ever World title in England
Jun 30, 2019
Williamson wants team to ‘move on’ after Australia defeat
The Kiwis were condemned to their second straight at the World Cup on Saturday
Jun 30, 2019
A comfortable win helps England get World Cup back on track
Opener slams ton as hosts record a 31-run win
Jun 30, 2019
Bairstow, Stokes power England to challenging total
Opener slams a ton, while Shami shines with his first 5-wicket haul at the World Cup as hosts end at 337/7
Jun 30, 2019
Hassan emotional after ending career with injury
The paceman could only bowl two overs before injuring his hamstring against Pakistan
Jun 29, 2019
Geopolitics spice up Pakistan’s outing against Afghanistan
Many Afghanistan players learned the game growing up as refugees in Pakistan but lots of Afghans also accuse their powerful neighbour of supporting Ta...
Jun 29, 2019
India are the team to beat at World Cup, says Clive Lloyd
India are unbeaten after their first six matches and need just one win from their remaining three games to guarantee a place in the semi-finals.
Jun 29, 2019
India World Cup ‘away’ shirt criticized by fans
Blue has been Indian cricket’s dominant colour since the advent of coloured clothing but Kohli was impressed by the new kit for Sunday’s game at Edgba...
Jun 29, 2019
Jayawardene urges Sri Lanka to retain World Cup belief
A defeat to South Africa on Friday has moved Sri Lanka behind England, Bangladesh and Pakistan in the race to qualify from the round-robin phase.
Jun 29, 2019
Khawaja and Carey rescue Australia against New Zealand
The left-handed pair came together with Australia having slumped to 92-5 and played until 199-6 with seven overs left.
Jun 29, 2019
Khawaja and Starc star as Australia thump New Zealand
New Zealand have not confirmed their place in the semi-finals, but if England lose to India on Sunday, they will be in the last four.
Jun 29, 2019
Pakistan beat Afghanistan in World Cup thriller
Pakistan, chasing a modest 228-run target, were in grave danger at 156/6 but Imad and Shadab Khan put on 50 for the seventh wicket to revive their hop...
Jun 29, 2019
Please don’t drop Vijay Shankar, Pietersen requests Kohli and Shastri
Pietersen (sarcastically) also advised India to not to rush with Rishabh Pant as he still needs time before he can get a place in the Starting XI.
Jun 29, 2019
Sarfaraz hails Pakistan as they hold their nerve against Afghanistan
After a terrible start, Pakistan have now won three in matches in succession to leapfrog hosts England into fourth place.
Jun 29, 2019
Shaheen Afridi strikes to restrict Afghanistan to 227
The lanky left-armer followed up his 3-28 in the win over New Zealand with impressive figures of 4-47 off 10 overs
Jun 29, 2019
Sri Lanka’s Nuwan Pradeep ruled out of the World Cup
Pradeep has been a part of three World Cup fixtures for his team where he picked five wickets, including a four-wicket haul against Afghanistan.
Jun 29, 2019
Aftab Alam sent back home by Afghanistan for disciplinary issues
After Mohammad Shahzad, Aftab Alam becomes the second player to be sent back home by the Afghanistan Cricket Board this World Cup.