Copa America, the South American continental tournament, has returned to screens across the world this year. Copa America reigning champions are Chile, who won the trophy in 2016 against Argentina. (USA TODAY Sports) Copa America, the South American continental tournament, has returned to screens across the world this year. The tournament is being hosted by […]
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Kane Williamson scores unbeaten century as Black Caps beat South Africa by four wickets in a nail-biter. Shared News| Updated: June 20, 2019 9:28:16 am Kane Williamson hits a six off Andile Phehlukwayo to bring up his century in the final over of the game. (Reuters) Nothing moved Kane Williamson. Not the heart-aching attempts of […]
Continue ReadingICC World Cup 2019: Shikhar Dhawan was part of a prolific top order — also including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli — that was instrumental in India’s recent dominance in the 50-over format. Shared News| Updated: June 20, 2019 9:31:35 am Shikhar Dhawan sustained a hairline injury during India vs Australia match on June 9. […]
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South Africa vs New Zealand (SA vs NZ), World Cup 2019: South Africa meet New Zealand in Cricket World Cup clash on Wednesday. Shared News| Updated: June 20, 2019 10:02:44 am It is a must-win game for South Africa to stay alive in ICC World Cup 2019 (Source: Reuters) South Africa vs New Zealand (SA […]
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A look at an intriguing rivalry between two under-achieving teams New Zealand and South Africa. Hero of 2015: Grant Elliott wasn’t even in the scheme of things for the 2015 World Cup until the all-rounder’s sensational T20 form prompted captain Brendon McCullum’s gamble. (Reuters) 1992: A Doomed Love Story Two semifinals ended in heart-break in […]
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Morgan and co smash Afghanistan and batting records to smithereens as they notch up 150-run win to go top of the table. Shared News| Updated: June 19, 2019 10:42:51 am England captain Eoin Morgan hits a maximum against Afghanistan during their match at Old Trafford on Tuesday. Morgan made 148 off 57 balls. 102 off […]
Continue ReadingWorld Cup 2019: In a matter of 71 balls, Morgan obliterated the tally, pummelling 17 on the day, one off almost every four balls. He didn’t spare the dangerous Rashid Khan either, caning him for 58 runs off 20 balls. Shared News| Updated: June 19, 2019 10:46:00 am The wagon wheel of Morgan’s […]
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England have moved up to the top of the World Cup points table, with 8 points from five matches. Afghanistan remain stuck at the bottom of the table, with 0 points from five matches. Shared News| Updated: June 18, 2019 11:02:42 pm England players celebrate the wicket of Afghanistan’s Asghar Afghan (Reuters Photo) England beat […]
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While characteristically boisterous, Akhtar’s critique had significant undertones of a perception that Sarfraz is a ‘yes man’ to the team management. Shared News| Updated: June 18, 2019 11:10:09 am Shoaib Akhtar was particularly critical of Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed. Shoaib Akhtar’s 11-minute long dissection of Pakistan’s performance saw the former pacer call losing captain Sarfraz […]
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ICC World Cup 2019: Here’s how India’s run-worm never stopped or sprinted but it took measured steps to cross the 300 mark. Shared News| Updated: June 17, 2019 11:08:24 am The Old Trafford pitch was sluggish and was even assisting Pakistan’s spinners. But they couldn’t stop Rohit Sharma. Before their game against Pakistan, India’s batting […]
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