Jul 19, 2019
What if the World Cup teams were a Hollywood blockbuster…
Each of the teams had their own World Cup journey, but when that journey clashes with the plot of a movie, there can be nothing but entertainment.
New Zealand
436 articles tagged with "New Zealand"
Jul 18, 2019
Neesham’s high-school coach died during World Cup final Super Over
David Gordan coached Jimmy Neesham and Lockie Ferguson during his time at the Auckland Grammar School.
Jul 18, 2019
Quiz: Can you guess the World Cup teams from these one-liners?
Do you think you followed the World Cup closely? Test your knowledge here.
Jul 16, 2019
World Cup 2019: Team of the tournament
After some alteration in ICC’s team, here is Stumped’s Best XI from the World Cup.
Jul 16, 2019
New Zealand coach wants rules review after ‘hollow’ World Cup final
New Zealand coach Gary Stead has said that such a thrilling match deserved a better way to determine the result.
Jul 15, 2019
The ‘Greatest Match’; and it didn’t even need India
A cricket match befitting the tag of a ‘Final’ was played on the hallowed grounds of Lord’s, engaging all with the talent on display.
Jul 15, 2019
Nothing can faze me now, says Buttler
Buttler hit the last of Trent Boult’s six balls for four as England posted 15 in the Super Over, then took up his place behind the stumps.
Jul 15, 2019
Morgan hails ‘superhuman’ Stokes
Skipper lavishes praise on the English all-rounder for his match-winning effort in the final
Jul 15, 2019
Plunkett says England World Cup win was ‘meant to be’
In the final, Plunkett dismissed New Zealand captain Kane Williamson and recorded figures of 3-42.
Jul 15, 2019
England won the World Cup fair and square, let that sink in
On a day when there was almost nothing to separate the two teams, England, quite fairly, were crowned the new World Champions.
Jul 15, 2019
England ‘mistakenly’ awarded extra run in the Final: Former umpire
Former umpire Simon Taufel has said that umpires made a “clear mistake”, as both Stokes and Rashid had not crossed for their second run.
Jul 14, 2019
The bizarre end to a tied Super Over
Having forced New Zealand to return home without the World Cup despite not losing the final should force the ICC to reconsider its rules.
Jul 14, 2019
Final defeat hard to swallow, admits Williamson
Never thought the rule will be used at the World Cup, says the New Zealand skipper
Jul 14, 2019
Founders of the game, the champions of the World
After Eoin Morgan’s side finished on 241 all out in pursuit of New Zealand’s 241-8, the final came down to a six-ball shootout for each team.
Jul 14, 2019
England v New Zealand: Key talking points
Who made heads turn at the final of Sunday? We take a look
Jul 14, 2019
Twitter lashes out at Dharmasena’s umpiring in the World Cup final
Sri Lankan umpire Kumar Dharmasena gave as many as two wrong decisions in the World Cup final and Twitter is furious
Jul 14, 2019
Ben Stokes, England’s valiant ‘superhuman’
After all the agony Stokes has been through following the final over drama in the 2016 World T20 final, a World Cup title is something he surely deser...
Jul 14, 2019
England restrict Kiwis to a modest total
Williamson and Co. end at 241-8 handing the hosts a major advantage midway through the final
Jul 13, 2019
New Zealand, the dark horse? Think again
Having proved their worth with consistent performances at the World Cup over the past few editions, it’s time that New Zealand shed the tag of being t...
Jul 13, 2019
The contrasts between England and New Zealand will shock you
Having already squared off against each other, both England and New Zealand are two different ends of the spectrum.
Jul 13, 2019
England v New Zealand: Three key battles
As England prepare to take on New Zealand in the final, here are three key battles which might affect the course of the game.
Jul 13, 2019
Morgan hails McCullum influence ahead of World Cup final
New Zealand, under McCullum, bowled out England for mere 123 in the league game of 2015 Cricket World Cup, and chased the target in just 12.2 overs.
Jul 13, 2019
England face day of destiny in World Cup final against New Zealand
The last time England played a World Cup game against New Zealand, they were bowled out for mere 123 in Wellington four years ago.
Jul 13, 2019
Neesham urges Indian fans to re-sell their World Cup final tickets
All-rounder Jimmy Neesham wants Indian fans to re-sell their World Cup final tickets if their plan is to not attend the game at Lord’s on Sunday.