England narrowly avoided a major upset in the ICC T20 World Cup as they secured a tense 24-run victory over Italy to book their place in the Super Eight stage. Despite being firm favourites, the two-time champions were pushed hard before pulling away in the final stretch of the contest.


ICC T20 World Cup: England's Cricketers Survive Italy Scare to Reach World Cup Super 8 Stage

Here is a look at last five India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup results which features India’s memorable wins including Virat Kohli’s 82-run knock in Melbourne. The latest India vs Pakistan contest takes place on Sunday (Feb 15) in Colombo. 

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A former Kenyan international approached a Ugandan player at the ongoing T20 World Cup for match-fixing, a PTI news agency report has claimed. The incident took place during the league phase of the tournament which culminated on Monday (Jun 17).&nbsp;

The alleged match-fixer approached the Ugandan player multiple times from different numbers. However, the unnamed player reported the approach to Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) officials, following ICC's strict&nbsp;anti-corruption protocol.

"It is not a surprise that this person targeted a player from the Ugandan national team. Associate nations, as compared to the big teams, are soft targets for corruption but in this case the player who was approached did the needful by informing the ICC at the earliest," a source was quoted as saying by the news wire agency.

"Players are approached all the time, more so from smaller nations. In bigger events like the T20 World Cup, there is more scrutiny and if an approach is conveyed to the ICC ACU, then due protocol is followed and a proper investigation is conducted."

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<h2>Red flag raised</h2>

After being alerted by the player, the ACU officials raised a red flag against the former Kenyan player by informing the associate teams about him.&nbsp;

Notably, the players are mandated to report any corrupt approach during a tournament or a bilateral series. Failure to do so is an offence under ICC's strict anti-corruption code.&nbsp;

"The maximum possible sanction for the most serious breaches of the Anti-Corruption Code is a LIFE BAN from all involvement in the game. In some countries, there is also the possibility of criminal sanctions," read ICC's guidelines.&nbsp;

Notably, the offences under the Anti-Corruption Code relate to the following:

<ul>
	<li>Match fixing / spot fixing&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Betting on cricket</li>
	<li>Misuse of inside information</li>
	<li>Failing to report an ‘approach’ or corrupt conduct to the ICC ACU</li>
	<li>Failing to cooperate with, or obstructing an investigation or proceedings.</li>
</ul>

Last year, Sri Lanka's&nbsp;Sachithra Senanayake became the first player to be&nbsp;investigated for match-fixing under a new anti-corruption law.

Under a new 2019 sports law which recognises match-fixing as a criminal offence, if a&nbsp;player is found guilty, he or she can be convicted&nbsp;for&nbsp;a maximum jail term of 10 years, a fine not surpassing 100 million rupees ($317,000), or both.

(With inputs from agencies)

A former Kenyan international approached a Ugandan player at the ongoing T20 World Cup for match-fixing, a PTI news agency report has claimed. The incident took place during the league phase of the tournament which culminated on Monday (Jun 17).

A former Kenyan international approached a Ugandan player at the ongoing T20 World Cup for match-fixing, a PTI news agency report has claimed. The incident took place during the league phase of the tournament which culminated on Monday (Jun 17). The alleged match-fixer approached the Ugandan player multiple times from different numbers. However, the unnamed player reported the approach to Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) officials, following ICC's strict anti-corruption protocol. "It is not a surprise that this person targeted a player from the Ugandan national team. Associate nations, as compared to the big teams, are soft targets for corruption but in this case the player who was approached did the needful by informing the ICC at the earliest," a source was quoted as saying by the news wire agency. "Players are approached all the time, more so from smaller nations. In bigger events like the T20 World Cup, there is more scrutiny and if an approach is conveyed to the ICC ACU, then due protocol is followed and a proper investigation is conducted." Also read | I'm 200 per cent sure he can't do: Ishant recalls being investigated for match-fixing allegations on Shami Red flag raised After being alerted by the player, the ACU officials raised a red flag against the former Kenyan player by informing the associate teams about him. Notably, the players are mandated to report any corrupt approach during a tournament or a bilateral series. Failure to do so is an offence under ICC's strict anti-corruption code. "The maximum possible sanction for the most serious breaches of the Anti-Corruption Code is a LIFE BAN from all involvement in the game. In some countries, there is also the possibility of criminal sanctions," read ICC's guidelines. Notably, the offences under the Anti-Corruption Code relate to the following: Match fixing / spot fixing Betting on cricket Misuse of inside information Failing to report an ‘approach’ or corrupt conduct to the ICC ACU Failing to cooperate with, or obstructing an investigation or proceedings. Last year, Sri Lanka's Sachithra Senanayake became the first player to be investigated for match-fixing under a new anti-corruption law. Under a new 2019 sports law which recognises match-fixing as a criminal offence, if a player is found guilty, he or she can be convicted for a maximum jail term of 10 years, a fine not surpassing 100 million rupees ($317,000), or both. (With inputs from agencies)

Match-fixing at T20 World Cup 2024? Associate nation player approached by former Kenyan international

The T20 World Cup scheduled to be played from June 1 in the USA and West Indies will have reserve days for the semi-final and the final of the tournament. The knockout games will also have a bigger cut-off of 10 overs in the second innings to constitute a game as full and declare a winner.

In general, five overs in second innings is the cut-off in a T20I to constitute as a full game in case of rain delay or other interruptions. The five-over rule, however, is still intact for the group stage of the tournament.

In addition to it, stop clock will become a permanent fixture in white-ball games, starting with the T20 World Cup. The stop clock was tried in the international games from December 2023 and has been approved by the ICC as a permanent rule. According to the rule, the fielding side has to start the next over within 60 seconds of the completion of the previous over.&nbsp;

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Failing to comply with the stop clock will attract warning from the on-field umpires for first two instances and a penalty thereafter. The fielding side will be penalised with five-run per instance after the two initial warnings of breaking the stop-clock rule.

There are a few exceptions to the rule provided by the ICC which are as follows:

<ul>
	<li>When a new batter comes to the wicket between overs</li>
	<li>An official drinks interval has been called</li>
	<li>The umpires have approved the on-field treatment of an injury to a batter or fielder</li>
	<li>The time lost is for any circumstances beyond the control of the fielding side</li>
</ul>

Apart from this, the qualification for the first 12 slots of the 2026 T20 World Cup will also be on the line in the upcoming 2024 edition. The 2026 T20 WC will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka and will feature 20 teams.&nbsp; 
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The T20 World Cup scheduled to be played from June 1 in the USA and West Indies will have reserve days for the semi-final and the final of the tournament. The knockout games will also have a bigger cut-off of 10 overs in the second innings to constitute a game as full and declare a winner.

The T20 World Cup scheduled to be played from June 1 in the USA and West Indies will have reserve days for the semi-final and the final of the tournament. The knockout games will also have a bigger cut-off of 10 overs in the second innings to constitute a game as full and declare a winner. In general, five overs in second innings is the cut-off in a T20I to constitute as a full game in case of rain delay or other interruptions. The five-over rule, however, is still intact for the group stage of the tournament. In addition to it, stop clock will become a permanent fixture in white-ball games, starting with the T20 World Cup. The stop clock was tried in the international games from December 2023 and has been approved by the ICC as a permanent rule. According to the rule, the fielding side has to start the next over within 60 seconds of the completion of the previous over. Also Read: Ireland skipper Paul Stirling becomes first batter to hit 400 fours in T20Is Failing to comply with the stop clock will attract warning from the on-field umpires for first two instances and a penalty thereafter. The fielding side will be penalised with five-run per instance after the two initial warnings of breaking the stop-clock rule. There are a few exceptions to the rule provided by the ICC which are as follows: When a new batter comes to the wicket between overs An official drinks interval has been called The umpires have approved the on-field treatment of an injury to a batter or fielder The time lost is for any circumstances beyond the control of the fielding side Apart from this, the qualification for the first 12 slots of the 2026 T20 World Cup will also be on the line in the upcoming 2024 edition. The 2026 T20 WC will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka and will feature 20 teams.

ICC shares rules for knockout games in case of rain delay during upcoming T20 World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup is all set to kick off on June 1, 2023, as the expanded version will see 20 teams compete for the showpiece event. For the first time, the T20 World Cup will be hosted by the USA while West Indies remain the co-host having previously hosted the event in 2010 when England beat Australia in the final. India vs Pakistan will be the key attraction of the event while Uganda and the Canada will make their debut&nbsp;in the tournament.

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<h2>T20 World Cup to start from June 1</h2>

Neighbours USA and Canada will kick start the expanded version of the T20 World Cup on June 1 while India and Pakistan will meet in New York on June 9. The two arch-rivals will highlight the marquee event as they search for their second T20 World Cup success. There will be 55 matches during the T20 World Cup with nine venues in use across the continent. This is also the first time the T20 World Cup has been hosted by multiple countries. The final of the T20 World Cup will be played on June 29.

<h2>India’s schedule</h2>

The 2007 T20 World Cup champions will start their campaign against Ireland followed by the Pakistan clash in New York. India will then take on hosts USA and Canada on June 12 and 15 respectively before entering the Super 8 stage. Both India and Pakistan will be the favourites to make the Super 8 stage with three teams getting eliminated in the group stages.

India’s T20 World Cup schedule

India vs Ireland, June 5

India vs Pakistan, June 9

India vs USA, June 12

India vs Canada, June 15

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<h2>What is the format</h2>

Twenty teams will be divided into four groups of five teams each with every team playing four matches. The group winners and group runners-up will make the Super 8 stage of the competition. The eight teams will be divided into two groups of four teams each in the Super 8 stage. At this stage, every team will play three matches each with the group winner and group runners-up moving to the semifinals.

The T20 World Cup semi-finals will take place on June 26 and June 27 in Guyana and Trinidad respectively. Barbados will host the final on June 29.

Interestingly, 41 of the 55 matches will be played in the Caribbean Islands while the USA will host 14 matches. Both the semifinal and final will be played in the Caribbean Islands. England are the defending champions and hold the record for most titles along with hosts West Indies with two trophies in the cabinet.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup is all set to kick off on June 1, 2023, as the expanded version will see 20 teams compete for the showpiece event.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup is all set to kick off on June 1, 2023, as the expanded version will see 20 teams compete for the showpiece event. For the first time, the T20 World Cup will be hosted by the USA while West Indies remain the co-host having previously hosted the event in 2010 when England beat Australia in the final. India vs Pakistan will be the key attraction of the event while Uganda and the Canada will make their debut in the tournament. Get ready for the ultimate cricket carnival in the West Indies and the USA 🥁 Unveiling the fixtures for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 🗓️ 🤩#T20WorldCup | Details 👇 — ICC (@ICC) January 5, 2024 × T20 World Cup to start from June 1 Neighbours USA and Canada will kick start the expanded version of the T20 World Cup on June 1 while India and Pakistan will meet in New York on June 9. The two arch-rivals will highlight the marquee event as they search for their second T20 World Cup success. There will be 55 matches during the T20 World Cup with nine venues in use across the continent. This is also the first time the T20 World Cup has been hosted by multiple countries. The final of the T20 World Cup will be played on June 29. India’s schedule The 2007 T20 World Cup champions will start their campaign against Ireland followed by the Pakistan clash in New York. India will then take on hosts USA and Canada on June 12 and 15 respectively before entering the Super 8 stage. Both India and Pakistan will be the favourites to make the Super 8 stage with three teams getting eliminated in the group stages. India’s T20 World Cup schedule India vs Ireland, June 5 India vs Pakistan, June 9 India vs USA, June 12 India vs Canada, June 15 ALSO READ | IND vs AFG T20Is: BCCI face selection dilemma as captain candidates remain unavailable What is the format Twenty teams will be divided into four groups of five teams each with every team playing four matches. The group winners and group runners-up will make the Super 8 stage of the competition. The eight teams will be divided into two groups of four teams each in the Super 8 stage. At this stage, every team will play three matches each with the group winner and group runners-up moving to the semifinals. The T20 World Cup semi-finals will take place on June 26 and June 27 in Guyana and Trinidad respectively. Barbados will host the final on June 29. Interestingly, 41 of the 55 matches will be played in the Caribbean Islands while the USA will host 14 matches. Both the semifinal and final will be played in the Caribbean Islands. England are the defending champions and hold the record for most titles along with hosts West Indies with two trophies in the cabinet.

T20 World Cup to kick-off on June 1 as India vs Pakistan headlines 20-nation global event in USA, WI

Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram recently lost his cool during a TV show on Pakistan television after being asked about Mohammad Rizwan's lip balm. Akram has been part of a star-studded talk show on A Sports along with his former teammate Waqar Younis and the likes of Shoaib Malik and Misbah-ul-Haq in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022.

The panel consisting of the legends of the game has been widely followed as they continue to analyse and criticise Pakistan's poor show in the tournament. However, Akram was left slightly miffed during the segment when viewers' questions were taken on the show on Saturday.

A fan put forth a random question asking the cricket experts why Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan was using a lip balm when not many players are doing so in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Australia. Akram was left furious after the question which he felt was not related to cricket.

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"This is just a random question. It is not even related to cricket. Don’t you guys have something better to do? I can’t answer this crap," Akram said after the question was brought up by the presenter.

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Akram had recently lashed out at Pakistan skipper Babar Azam after his team's humiliating defeat against Zimbabwe in their second Super 12 clash earlier this week. Zimbabwe stunned Pakistan by pulling off a 1-run victory in the game to hand them their second defeat in a row. The Men in Green had earlier lost their opener against India by four wickets.

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It has been a disastrous start for Pakistan with back-to-back defeats in their first two games. However, Babar &amp; Co. bounced back to winning ways on Sunday as they defeated Netherlands by six wickets to clinch their first points in the tournament. They will now face South Africa and Bangladesh in their remaining two must-win encounters to stay alive in the tournament.

Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram recently lost his cool during a TV show on Pakistan television after being asked about Mohammad Rizwan's lip balm. Akram has been part of a star-studded talk show on A Sports along with his former teammate Waqar Younis and the likes of Shoaib Malik and Misbah-ul-Haq in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022.

Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram recently lost his cool during a TV show on Pakistan television after being asked about Mohammad Rizwan's lip balm. Akram has been part of a star-studded talk show on A Sports along with his former teammate Waqar Younis and the likes of Shoaib Malik and Misbah-ul-Haq in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022. The panel consisting of the legends of the game has been widely followed as they continue to analyse and criticise Pakistan's poor show in the tournament. However, Akram was left slightly miffed during the segment when viewers' questions were taken on the show on Saturday. A fan put forth a random question asking the cricket experts why Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan was using a lip balm when not many players are doing so in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Australia. Akram was left furious after the question which he felt was not related to cricket. Also Read: Virat Kohli on cusp of breaking elusive T20 World Cup record in India's clash against South Africa "This is just a random question. It is not even related to cricket. Don’t you guys have something better to do? I can’t answer this crap," Akram said after the question was brought up by the presenter. × Akram had recently lashed out at Pakistan skipper Babar Azam after his team's humiliating defeat against Zimbabwe in their second Super 12 clash earlier this week. Zimbabwe stunned Pakistan by pulling off a 1-run victory in the game to hand them their second defeat in a row. The Men in Green had earlier lost their opener against India by four wickets. Also Read: 'I felt I needed it to function': Wasim Akram confesses becoming cocaine addict post retirement It has been a disastrous start for Pakistan with back-to-back defeats in their first two games. However, Babar & Co. bounced back to winning ways on Sunday as they defeated Netherlands by six wickets to clinch their first points in the tournament. They will now face South Africa and Bangladesh in their remaining two must-win encounters to stay alive in the tournament.

'I can't answer this crap': Wasim Akram loses cool after question over Md. Rizwan's lip balm in T20 World Cup

Team India started their T20 World Cup 2022 edition with a memorable win over arch-rivals Pakistan at the iconic MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (October 23). Having won the toss and opting to bowl first, India rode on three-fers from Arshdeep Singh and all-rounder Hardik Pandya to restrict Pakistan to 159 for 8.

In reply, India were tottering at 31 for 4, losing their skipper Rohit Sharma (4) and vice-captain KL Rahul for cheap. However, Virat Kohli produced a masterclass, 82 not out off 53 balls, and was well-supported by Hardik (40) to take India past the finish line courtesy of a four from R Ashwin's blade on the last ball of the contest. Now, the action shifts to the Netherlands face-off as India will aim to keep their winning streak alive.

India will take on the Dutch line-up, at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney. This will be the first face-off between both sides in the format. So far, India have faced Netherlands twice in ODI World Cup -- in 2003 and 2011. Hence, a new challenge will be infront of the Indian team when they take the field versus the Netherlands line-up.

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Given Ireland stunned 2010 winners England on Wednesday (October 26), India won't take the Netherlands lightly. With no experience of playing them whatsoever in the format, India will start cautiously before trying to explode. As per the conditions, a used pitch will be on offer for the India-Dutch encounter, given it is the second encounter of the day (after South Africa vs Bangladesh). A similar sort of pitch can be expected, as it was in the Super 12 opener featuring Australia and New Zealand, but with lesser bounce. Thus, slower bowlers can come to play. Toss will be crucial and the captains can look to bat first, on a surface which might get slower. However, with rain forecast, bowling first is also an option.

Predicting India's XI for the Netherlands face-off:&nbsp;Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh

Team India started their T20 World Cup 2022 edition with a memorable win over arch-rivals Pakistan at the iconic MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (October 23). Having won the toss and opting to bowl first, India rode on three-fers from Arshdeep Singh and all-rounder Hardik Pandya to restrict Pakistan to 159 for 8.

Team India started their T20 World Cup 2022 edition with a memorable win over arch-rivals Pakistan at the iconic MCG, Melbourne on Sunday (October 23). Having won the toss and opting to bowl first, India rode on three-fers from Arshdeep Singh and all-rounder Hardik Pandya to restrict Pakistan to 159 for 8. In reply, India were tottering at 31 for 4, losing their skipper Rohit Sharma (4) and vice-captain KL Rahul for cheap. However, Virat Kohli produced a masterclass, 82 not out off 53 balls, and was well-supported by Hardik (40) to take India past the finish line courtesy of a four from R Ashwin's blade on the last ball of the contest. Now, the action shifts to the Netherlands face-off as India will aim to keep their winning streak alive. India will take on the Dutch line-up, at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney. This will be the first face-off between both sides in the format. So far, India have faced Netherlands twice in ODI World Cup -- in 2003 and 2011. Hence, a new challenge will be infront of the Indian team when they take the field versus the Netherlands line-up. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2022, India vs Netherlands, live cricket streaming: When and where to watch epic face-off? Given Ireland stunned 2010 winners England on Wednesday (October 26), India won't take the Netherlands lightly. With no experience of playing them whatsoever in the format, India will start cautiously before trying to explode. As per the conditions, a used pitch will be on offer for the India-Dutch encounter, given it is the second encounter of the day (after South Africa vs Bangladesh). A similar sort of pitch can be expected, as it was in the Super 12 opener featuring Australia and New Zealand, but with lesser bounce. Thus, slower bowlers can come to play. Toss will be crucial and the captains can look to bat first, on a surface which might get slower. However, with rain forecast, bowling first is also an option. Predicting India's XI for the Netherlands face-off: Rohit Sharma (c), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Axar Patel, Ravichandran Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh

India vs Netherlands, T20 WC 2022: Predicting Men in Blue's likely XI for crucial tie

India and Pakistan produced a memorable encounter at the T20 World Cup (T20 WC) 2022 edition on Sunday (October 23) at the MCG, Melbourne. In the Super 12 clash, India opted to bowl first and rode on Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya's three-fers to restrict Babar Azam-led Men in Green to 159-8 in 20 overs. In reply, Rohit Sharma &amp; Co. were tottering at 31 for 4 before Virat Kohli's majestic 82 not out and Hardik's 37-ball 40 took India past the finish line, on the last ball of the contest, with four wickets in hand.

Given that India had lost four early wickets and needed 115 off the last 60 balls, many had expected Pakistan to emerge on top. However, they panicked in the last over -- comprising two wickets, a waist-high delivery which went for six, two wides, a no-ball, free-hit and a four -- to lose a riveting encounter in front of a jam-packed MCG, Melbourne.&nbsp;

After the clash, former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has slammed Babar and told Rahi Cricket, "Babar Azam's captaincy is like a sacred cow that cannot be criticized. It's the third consecutive big game that we are seeing flaws in Babar captaincy, but we keep hearing that by the time he gets to the age of 32 he will learn. In today's match, from the 7th over till the 11th over, when India were struggling for even 4 runs an over, why did Babar not fulfil the spin quota overs in that time frame?."

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Following the India defeat, Pakistan will now face Zimbabwe at Perth on Thursday (October 27) whereas India will also take the field on the same day, facing the Netherlands at the SCG, Sydney. While India will be eager to make it two wins in a row, Babar &amp; Co. will look to move past their opening clash and get off the mark in the points table.

India and Pakistan produced a memorable encounter at the T20 World Cup (T20 WC) 2022 edition on Sunday (October 23) at the MCG, Melbourne. In the Super 12 clash, India opted to bowl first and rode on Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya's three-fers to restrict Babar Azam-led Men in Green to 159-8 in 20 overs.

India and Pakistan produced a memorable encounter at the T20 World Cup (T20 WC) 2022 edition on Sunday (October 23) at the MCG, Melbourne. In the Super 12 clash, India opted to bowl first and rode on Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya's three-fers to restrict Babar Azam-led Men in Green to 159-8 in 20 overs. In reply, Rohit Sharma & Co. were tottering at 31 for 4 before Virat Kohli's majestic 82 not out and Hardik's 37-ball 40 took India past the finish line, on the last ball of the contest, with four wickets in hand. Given that India had lost four early wickets and needed 115 off the last 60 balls, many had expected Pakistan to emerge on top. However, they panicked in the last over -- comprising two wickets, a waist-high delivery which went for six, two wides, a no-ball, free-hit and a four -- to lose a riveting encounter in front of a jam-packed MCG, Melbourne. After the clash, former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has slammed Babar and told Rahi Cricket, "Babar Azam's captaincy is like a sacred cow that cannot be criticized. It's the third consecutive big game that we are seeing flaws in Babar captaincy, but we keep hearing that by the time he gets to the age of 32 he will learn. In today's match, from the 7th over till the 11th over, when India were struggling for even 4 runs an over, why did Babar not fulfil the spin quota overs in that time frame?." ALSO READ | T20 WC, AUS vs SL Live streaming: When and where to watch Australia vs Sri Lanka face-off in India? Following the India defeat, Pakistan will now face Zimbabwe at Perth on Thursday (October 27) whereas India will also take the field on the same day, facing the Netherlands at the SCG, Sydney. While India will be eager to make it two wins in a row, Babar & Co. will look to move past their opening clash and get off the mark in the points table.

T20 WC: Babar Azam's captaincy is like a sacred cow that cannot be criticized, says Md Hafeez

He was mocked, taunted, and trolled brutally after being made a villain overnight for dropping a sitter against Pakistan in the Asia Cup a few days back. The critics came down hard on&nbsp;young Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh as they vented their frustration on the 23-year-old in the wake of India's five-wicket defeat in the Super Four clash.

Arshdeep dropped Pakistan batter Asif Ali when the opponents required 34 to win off the last couple of overs against India in the crucial Super 4 game. Ali went on to make the most of the&nbsp;reprieve and ended up taking his side home in what turned out to be a thrilling last-over finish.

Arshdeep, who was playing his second game against Pakistan, was on the receiving end of vicious abuse and trolling. His Wikipedia page was compromised with fake Khalistani links and the young pacer had to face taunts from fans both on social media and off it.

But cricket is a great leveller and it presented Arshdeep with an opportunity to redeem himself as he made his T20 World Cup debut in the high-profile clash against Pakistan on Sunday. The left-arm pacer was given the ball by captain Rohit Sharma for the second over of Pakistan's innings and all he needed was just one delivery to bury&nbsp;the horrors of the past.

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Only a few manage to grab the opportunity for redemption like Arshdeep did on Sunday as he ran riot against Pakistan's top order to get India off to a flyer with the ball. He got the prized wicket of Pakistan captain Babar Azam on the very first delivery he bowled in the game and followed it up with another important dismissal of Mohammad Rizwan in his next over.

Making the most of the movement on offer at the MCG, Arshdeep bowled a beautiful inswinger to trap Babar plumb in front of the wicket and sent him packing on a duck before returning to get the better of Rizwan in his second over in the game.

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Rizwan, who was trying to settle down and steady the ship for Pakistan after Babar's departure,&nbsp;struggled&nbsp;against Arshdeep and had a close escape on the previous delivery when Kohli nearly pulled off a blinder to send him back. However, his stay in the middle was cut short on the next ball as the left-arm pacer outsmarted him with a short ball and got him caught at fine leg on just 4 off 12.

Arshdeep's double whammy rocked Pakistan early on in the high-pressure contest as the left-arm pacer enjoyed a perfect redemption, days after being slaughtered for his dropped catch against the same opposition in the Asia Cup last month.

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In what seemed poetic justice, Arshdeep also managed to get the wicket of Asif Ali, whose dropped catch in India's last meeting against Pakistan led to brutal trolling for him on social media. The young fast bowler bounced out Asif and got him caught behind the stumps to send him back on 2 off 3 balls.

It was not an ideal end to a memorable World Cup debut spell as Arshdeep ended up giving away 14 runs in his final over but he did enough to shut the mouths of his critics and prove why he deserves his spot in this Indian team.

Arshdeep finished with excellent figures of 3/32 off his 4 overs to complete his redemption arc and give India a healthy chance of exacting revenge for their Asia Cup defeat against Pakistan.

He was mocked, taunted, and trolled brutally after being made a villain overnight for dropping a sitter against Pakistan in the Asia Cup a few days back. The critics came down hard on young Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh as they vented their frustration on the 23-year-old in the wake of India's five-wicket defeat in the Super Four clash.

He was mocked, taunted, and trolled brutally after being made a villain overnight for dropping a sitter against Pakistan in the Asia Cup a few days back. The critics came down hard on young Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh as they vented their frustration on the 23-year-old in the wake of India's five-wicket defeat in the Super Four clash. Arshdeep dropped Pakistan batter Asif Ali when the opponents required 34 to win off the last couple of overs against India in the crucial Super 4 game. Ali went on to make the most of the reprieve and ended up taking his side home in what turned out to be a thrilling last-over finish. Arshdeep, who was playing his second game against Pakistan, was on the receiving end of vicious abuse and trolling. His Wikipedia page was compromised with fake Khalistani links and the young pacer had to face taunts from fans both on social media and off it. But cricket is a great leveller and it presented Arshdeep with an opportunity to redeem himself as he made his T20 World Cup debut in the high-profile clash against Pakistan on Sunday. The left-arm pacer was given the ball by captain Rohit Sharma for the second over of Pakistan's innings and all he needed was just one delivery to bury the horrors of the past. Also Read: Indian cricket can survive without Pakistan: Harbhajan Singh, Pakistani anchor involved in heated debate Only a few manage to grab the opportunity for redemption like Arshdeep did on Sunday as he ran riot against Pakistan's top order to get India off to a flyer with the ball. He got the prized wicket of Pakistan captain Babar Azam on the very first delivery he bowled in the game and followed it up with another important dismissal of Mohammad Rizwan in his next over. Making the most of the movement on offer at the MCG, Arshdeep bowled a beautiful inswinger to trap Babar plumb in front of the wicket and sent him packing on a duck before returning to get the better of Rizwan in his second over in the game. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × Rizwan, who was trying to settle down and steady the ship for Pakistan after Babar's departure, struggled against Arshdeep and had a close escape on the previous delivery when Kohli nearly pulled off a blinder to send him back. However, his stay in the middle was cut short on the next ball as the left-arm pacer outsmarted him with a short ball and got him caught at fine leg on just 4 off 12. Arshdeep's double whammy rocked Pakistan early on in the high-pressure contest as the left-arm pacer enjoyed a perfect redemption, days after being slaughtered for his dropped catch against the same opposition in the Asia Cup last month. Also Read: WATCH - Rohit Sharma controls emotions during national anthem ahead of Indo-Pak T20 WC clash In what seemed poetic justice, Arshdeep also managed to get the wicket of Asif Ali, whose dropped catch in India's last meeting against Pakistan led to brutal trolling for him on social media. The young fast bowler bounced out Asif and got him caught behind the stumps to send him back on 2 off 3 balls. It was not an ideal end to a memorable World Cup debut spell as Arshdeep ended up giving away 14 runs in his final over but he did enough to shut the mouths of his critics and prove why he deserves his spot in this Indian team. Arshdeep finished with excellent figures of 3/32 off his 4 overs to complete his redemption arc and give India a healthy chance of exacting revenge for their Asia Cup defeat against Pakistan.

Days after being slaughtered for a dropped catch, Arshdeep Singh turns out to be India's hero against Pakistan

Kusal Mendis scored another half-century as Sri Lanka trounced Ireland by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup at Hobart on Sunday to build confidence ahead of a potentially pivotal Super 12 clash against champions Australia.

Opener Mendis, who blasted 79 in a qualifying win over the Netherlands last week, fired Sri Lanka to victory with an unbeaten 68 as his team crossed Ireland's 128 for eight with 30 balls to spare in the clash of qualifiers at Bellerive Oval. Since a shock first-up loss to Namibia during qualifying, the 2014 champions Sri Lanka have now won three matches in succession.

They loom as a dangerous match-up for Australia in Perth on Tuesday with the hosts reeling from their heavy opening loss to New Zealand in Sydney on Saturday. Ireland won the toss and chose to bat but were restricted by Sri Lanka's parsimonious bowling from the halfway mark despite 45 from number four Harry Tector.

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Man-of-the-match Mendis and Dhananjaya de Silva (31) ensured there would be no slip-ups for the south Asians as they built a quickfire opening stand of 63 before De Silva was caught behind off the bowling of Gareth Delany.

Charith Asalanka kept up the pace with an unbeaten 31, with Mendis fittingly sealing the win by slogging spinner Simi Singh for six over square leg.

Kusal Mendis scored another half-century as Sri Lanka trounced Ireland by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup at Hobart on Sunday to build confidence ahead of a potentially pivotal Super 12 clash against champions Australia.

Kusal Mendis scored another half-century as Sri Lanka trounced Ireland by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup at Hobart on Sunday to build confidence ahead of a potentially pivotal Super 12 clash against champions Australia. Opener Mendis, who blasted 79 in a qualifying win over the Netherlands last week, fired Sri Lanka to victory with an unbeaten 68 as his team crossed Ireland's 128 for eight with 30 balls to spare in the clash of qualifiers at Bellerive Oval. Since a shock first-up loss to Namibia during qualifying, the 2014 champions Sri Lanka have now won three matches in succession. They loom as a dangerous match-up for Australia in Perth on Tuesday with the hosts reeling from their heavy opening loss to New Zealand in Sydney on Saturday. Ireland won the toss and chose to bat but were restricted by Sri Lanka's parsimonious bowling from the halfway mark despite 45 from number four Harry Tector. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2022: India vs Pakistan, Live Cricket Streaming: When and where to watch epic face-off? Man-of-the-match Mendis and Dhananjaya de Silva (31) ensured there would be no slip-ups for the south Asians as they built a quickfire opening stand of 63 before De Silva was caught behind off the bowling of Gareth Delany. Charith Asalanka kept up the pace with an unbeaten 31, with Mendis fittingly sealing the win by slogging spinner Simi Singh for six over square leg.

Men's T20 World Cup: Kusal Mendis' 68 not out takes Sri Lanka to 9-wicket win over Ireland

Global T20 star Tim David has earned a call-up to the Australian side for the upcoming tour to India and the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 on the back of his hard-hitting performances in leagues across the world.

The 15-member Australian squad for the tour of India for a three-match T20I series from September 20-26 and the ICC T20 World Cup was announced on Thursday. David`s selection over leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson is the only change made in the side that brought the trophy home in the 2021 edition.

David was born to Australian parents in Singapore and he moved to Perth as a two-year-old kid. He has represented Singapore in 14 matches and has scored 558 runs at an average of 46.50 with four half-centuries. Under ICC rules, he is completely eligible to wear Aussie colours immediately.

This explosive batter has the backing of Australian great Ricky Ponting, who has described him as "an out and out match winner". "He`s the sort of player that could actually win you a World Cup. He is not just the average run-of-the-mill guy that might just sneak into a squad ...

"He actually reminds me a bit of someone like an Andrew Symonds back in the 2003 World Cup. You know if you get them in and you give him an opportunity, they are a chance of winning a tournament for you."

Cricket.com.au quoted Ponting as saying of the 26-year-old recently. "That is how I would be looking at him right now. I know there are some other great world-quality players in the middle order for Australia, but probably none of them boasts the resume as good as Tim`s over the last two years," he added.

During the last two years, David has scored 1,874 runs in 86 T20 matches at a stunning strike rate of 168.40. He averages a boundary every 4.5 balls and his strike rate goes up to an impressive 204.80 during overs 16-20. He was purchased by Mumbai Indians for a massive A$ 1.53 million back in February.

In the season, his strike rate of 216.28 was the highest by any player to have faced at least fifty balls in a single season. He entered IPL on back of his performances in the Pakistan Super League, where he hit 278 runs at an impressive SR of 194.41. He was initially sounded off by Aussie selectors for the home T20 series against Sri Lanka.

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The 26-year-old fared amazingly in the T20 Blast competition in England after a breakout IPL season. He scored 405 runs at an impressive strike rate of 174.57. He can also bowl some off-break spin occasionally, having taken 12 wickets in 121 T20 matches.

He also played one game for Tasmania in the 2021-22 Marsh One Day Cup against Western Australia, in which he smashed 36 off 23 balls and took 2/25. David is yet to make his first-class debut and has featured in 16 List A matches, most of them with Surrey, for who hit two centuries and averaged 68 with a strike rate of 150.44.

He adds an X-factor to an already balanced Australian team. "This is a similar squad to that which became the first Australian`s men`s team to win a T20 World Cup, who are now very excited about playing the tournament at home.

"Mitchell Swepson was unlucky to miss out based on conditions in the UAE at the last World Cup where we planned for tired, spinning wickets compared to what we would expect are good batting conditions along with the larger grounds in Australia," Chairman of Selectors George Bailey said in a statement.

"Tim (David) continues to establish himself with some quality performances in leagues around the world, earning a place in the squad. He is a highly gifted, natural ball striker who will add extra batting depth to the group which has had a lot of success in T20 cricket in recent times. We expect him to play a similar role to that he has been playing in the past few years," he added.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/just-human-nature-ricky-ponting-recalls-his-mental-health-issues-as-he-rallies-behind-virat-kohli-511885" hreflang="en">'Just human nature'- Ricky Ponting recalls his mental health issues as he rallies behind Virat Kohli</a>

David started his career with Perth Scorchers in Big Bash League but his move to Hobart Hurricanes in BBL 10 was when he started to make a name for himself, scoring an impressive 33-ball 58 on debut against reigning champs Sydney Sixers.

All-rounder Mitchell Marsh retains his place in the squad despite returning to Perth with ankle soreness on Tuesday after Aussies win over Zimbabwe in the first ODI. Australia`s T20 World Cup campaign begins on October 22 in Sydney with a trans-Tasman clash against New Zealand.

Australia`s T20 World Cup squad: Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins (vc), Tim David, Aaron Finch (c), Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Kane Richardson, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, David Warner*, Adam Zampa.

* Squad will also travel to India for three T20Is, September 20-26, except Warner will be replaced by Cameron Green.

Global T20 star Tim David has earned a call-up to the Australian side for the upcoming tour to India and the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 on the back of his hard-hitting performances in leagues across the world.

Global T20 star Tim David has earned a call-up to the Australian side for the upcoming tour to India and the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 on the back of his hard-hitting performances in leagues across the world. The 15-member Australian squad for the tour of India for a three-match T20I series from September 20-26 and the ICC T20 World Cup was announced on Thursday. David`s selection over leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson is the only change made in the side that brought the trophy home in the 2021 edition. David was born to Australian parents in Singapore and he moved to Perth as a two-year-old kid. He has represented Singapore in 14 matches and has scored 558 runs at an average of 46.50 with four half-centuries. Under ICC rules, he is completely eligible to wear Aussie colours immediately. This explosive batter has the backing of Australian great Ricky Ponting, who has described him as "an out and out match winner". "He`s the sort of player that could actually win you a World Cup. He is not just the average run-of-the-mill guy that might just sneak into a squad ... "He actually reminds me a bit of someone like an Andrew Symonds back in the 2003 World Cup. You know if you get them in and you give him an opportunity, they are a chance of winning a tournament for you." Cricket.com.au quoted Ponting as saying of the 26-year-old recently. "That is how I would be looking at him right now. I know there are some other great world-quality players in the middle order for Australia, but probably none of them boasts the resume as good as Tim`s over the last two years," he added. During the last two years, David has scored 1,874 runs in 86 T20 matches at a stunning strike rate of 168.40. He averages a boundary every 4.5 balls and his strike rate goes up to an impressive 204.80 during overs 16-20. He was purchased by Mumbai Indians for a massive A$ 1.53 million back in February. In the season, his strike rate of 216.28 was the highest by any player to have faced at least fifty balls in a single season. He entered IPL on back of his performances in the Pakistan Super League, where he hit 278 runs at an impressive SR of 194.41. He was initially sounded off by Aussie selectors for the home T20 series against Sri Lanka. ALSO READ: WATCH: Ravindra Jadeja's bullet throw sends Hong Kong's captain Nizakat Khan packing in Asia Cup encounter The 26-year-old fared amazingly in the T20 Blast competition in England after a breakout IPL season. He scored 405 runs at an impressive strike rate of 174.57. He can also bowl some off-break spin occasionally, having taken 12 wickets in 121 T20 matches. He also played one game for Tasmania in the 2021-22 Marsh One Day Cup against Western Australia, in which he smashed 36 off 23 balls and took 2/25. David is yet to make his first-class debut and has featured in 16 List A matches, most of them with Surrey, for who hit two centuries and averaged 68 with a strike rate of 150.44. He adds an X-factor to an already balanced Australian team. "This is a similar squad to that which became the first Australian`s men`s team to win a T20 World Cup, who are now very excited about playing the tournament at home. "Mitchell Swepson was unlucky to miss out based on conditions in the UAE at the last World Cup where we planned for tired, spinning wickets compared to what we would expect are good batting conditions along with the larger grounds in Australia," Chairman of Selectors George Bailey said in a statement. "Tim (David) continues to establish himself with some quality performances in leagues around the world, earning a place in the squad. He is a highly gifted, natural ball striker who will add extra batting depth to the group which has had a lot of success in T20 cricket in recent times. We expect him to play a similar role to that he has been playing in the past few years," he added. ALSO READ: 'Just human nature'- Ricky Ponting recalls his mental health issues as he rallies behind Virat Kohli David started his career with Perth Scorchers in Big Bash League but his move to Hobart Hurricanes in BBL 10 was when he started to make a name for himself, scoring an impressive 33-ball 58 on debut against reigning champs Sydney Sixers. All-rounder Mitchell Marsh retains his place in the squad despite returning to Perth with ankle soreness on Tuesday after Aussies win over Zimbabwe in the first ODI. Australia`s T20 World Cup campaign begins on October 22 in Sydney with a trans-Tasman clash against New Zealand. Australia`s T20 World Cup squad: Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins (vc), Tim David, Aaron Finch (c), Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Kane Richardson, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, David Warner*, Adam Zampa. * Squad will also travel to India for three T20Is, September 20-26, except Warner will be replaced by Cameron Green.

Tim David all set to feature in Australia's ICC T20 World Cup squad

India and Pakistan locked horns with each other after a long time during the 2021 T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. The senior men's cricket teams faced each other for the first time after the 2019 ODI World Cup encounter and the stakes were high this time around as well.

Virat Kohli-led were asked to bat first as the one-time winners managed a modest 151-7, at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Losing early wickets, Kohli's 57 and Rishabh Pant's 39, off 30 balls, took India to a respectable total. In reply, openers Babar Azam (68 not out) and Mohammad Rizwan (unbeaten 79) took the Men in Green home without losing a single wicket.

Recently, Rizwan recalled a hilarious chat with then Indian captain Kohli during the high-voltage clash. During India's innings, the Men in Blue were trying to recover from the early jolts -- with Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav getting out for cheap -- courtesy Pant-Kohli's fourth-wicket stand. During their partnership, Pakistan went for a review against Pant -- who played a reverse sweep -- when Rizwan and Kohli had a hilarious conversation.

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Speaking to&nbsp;Pakt.tv, Rizwan revealed,&nbsp;"Some things are part of tactics. No doubt Virat Kohli is world’s No. 1. When we play cricket, it’s like family. I remember when we took the review against Pant when he played the reverse sweep, he (Kohli) said… ‘what are you doing? Getting everyone out inside 10 overs?’ But like I said, these are tactics. Later, when I walked out to bat, I spoke to him then too. Rest, whatever chats took place inside the change room, I can’t disclose but I can say that he’s a very nice person."

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Talking about both sides' fortunes in the showpiece event, Team India were eliminated in the Super 12 round whereas Babar-led Pakistan lost the second semi-finals to eventual winners Australia to bow out of the tournament.

India and Pakistan locked horns with each other after a long time during the 2021 T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. The senior men's cricket teams faced each other for the first time after the 2019 ODI World Cup encounter and the stakes were high this time around as well.

India and Pakistan locked horns with each other after a long time during the 2021 T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. The senior men's cricket teams faced each other for the first time after the 2019 ODI World Cup encounter and the stakes were high this time around as well. Virat Kohli-led were asked to bat first as the one-time winners managed a modest 151-7, at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Losing early wickets, Kohli's 57 and Rishabh Pant's 39, off 30 balls, took India to a respectable total. In reply, openers Babar Azam (68 not out) and Mohammad Rizwan (unbeaten 79) took the Men in Green home without losing a single wicket. Recently, Rizwan recalled a hilarious chat with then Indian captain Kohli during the high-voltage clash. During India's innings, the Men in Blue were trying to recover from the early jolts -- with Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Suryakumar Yadav getting out for cheap -- courtesy Pant-Kohli's fourth-wicket stand. During their partnership, Pakistan went for a review against Pant -- who played a reverse sweep -- when Rizwan and Kohli had a hilarious conversation. ALSO READ | There was always pressure: Former India pacer shares his take on Virat Kohli's captaincy resignation Speaking to Pakt.tv, Rizwan revealed, "Some things are part of tactics. No doubt Virat Kohli is world’s No. 1. When we play cricket, it’s like family. I remember when we took the review against Pant when he played the reverse sweep, he (Kohli) said… ‘what are you doing? Getting everyone out inside 10 overs?’ But like I said, these are tactics. Later, when I walked out to bat, I spoke to him then too. Rest, whatever chats took place inside the change room, I can’t disclose but I can say that he’s a very nice person." ALSO READ | 'There comes a stage where you can't...': Afridi opines on Virat Kohli's decision to quit Test captaincy Talking about both sides' fortunes in the showpiece event, Team India were eliminated in the Super 12 round whereas Babar-led Pakistan lost the second semi-finals to eventual winners Australia to bow out of the tournament.

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Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the consultant of the Sri Lankan squad for the first round of the 2021 ICC Men`s T20 World Cup in UAE and Oman, the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Friday. Jayawardene, who is currently the head coach of the Mumbai Indians, will join the Sri Lanka team in UAE (Bio Bubble to Bio Bubble) immediately after the completion of the ongoing Indian Premier League.

He will share his vast experience and provide invaluable strategic support for the players and management team during a 7-day period from October 16-23 when the team will play Namibia, Ireland, and the Netherlands as they seek to qualify for the Group Stages.

Jayawardene has also accepted an invitation to be a consultant and mentor for Sri Lanka Under 19 as it prepares for next year`s ICC Under 19 World Cup in the West Indies. His 5-month role with the U19 Team will be performed in an `Honorary` capacity.

"We are very happy to welcome Mahela into his new roles, as his presence with the Sri Lanka Team and the U19 Team is going to help the players immensely," said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket."From his playing days, Mahela was respected for the vast cricketing knowledge he brought into the game, first as a player, then as a Captain, now as a Coach for different teams," De Silva further added.

Jayawardene was appointed to the dual roles by Sri Lanka Cricket`s Executive Committee following recommendations made by the Technical Advisory Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket. Jayawardene, in a storied career for Sri Lanka, represented his national side in 149 Tests, 448 ODIs and 55 T20Is.&nbsp;

Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the consultant of the Sri Lankan squad for the first round of the 2021 ICC Men`s T20 World Cup in UAE and Oman, the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Friday.

Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the consultant of the Sri Lankan squad for the first round of the 2021 ICC Men`s T20 World Cup in UAE and Oman, the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Friday. Jayawardene, who is currently the head coach of the Mumbai Indians, will join the Sri Lanka team in UAE (Bio Bubble to Bio Bubble) immediately after the completion of the ongoing Indian Premier League. He will share his vast experience and provide invaluable strategic support for the players and management team during a 7-day period from October 16-23 when the team will play Namibia, Ireland, and the Netherlands as they seek to qualify for the Group Stages. Jayawardene has also accepted an invitation to be a consultant and mentor for Sri Lanka Under 19 as it prepares for next year`s ICC Under 19 World Cup in the West Indies. His 5-month role with the U19 Team will be performed in an `Honorary` capacity. "We are very happy to welcome Mahela into his new roles, as his presence with the Sri Lanka Team and the U19 Team is going to help the players immensely," said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket."From his playing days, Mahela was respected for the vast cricketing knowledge he brought into the game, first as a player, then as a Captain, now as a Coach for different teams," De Silva further added. Jayawardene was appointed to the dual roles by Sri Lanka Cricket`s Executive Committee following recommendations made by the Technical Advisory Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket. Jayawardene, in a storied career for Sri Lanka, represented his national side in 149 Tests, 448 ODIs and 55 T20Is.

Sri Lanka Cricket appoints Mahela Jayawardene as consultant during T20 World Cup

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik has named India and West Indies as his finalists for the men`s T20 World Cup in UAE and Oman in October and November. He also said that after India, West Indies is his second favourite team for the exciting cricket they play. 
 
"I`m not going to go all the way to who is going to win but I`ll tell you this, I`d love to see an India vs West Indies Final. My second favourite team after India would definitely be West Indies, only for the flair of cricket that they play. I think in this format, they love it, it brings out the best in them and I would love to see West Indies in the Final. Whether I want them to win it, that will depend on their opponents that day but for the moment I would stick with an India West Indies final and these are my two favourite teams for the moment in this T20 World Cup," said Karthik in an ICC Digital Show. 
 
The 36-year-old Karthik, who was a member of India winning the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, said it will be a close call Rohit Sharma and David Warner for the top run-scorer in the tournament. 
 
"Both of them open the innings. Both of them are solid players. I would put money on either one of them. Both are very hungry. Rohit Sharma and World Cups, they`re synonymous. They just love each other. They find ways to help each other out. If India are to do well he is somebody who needs to fire for them up top. David Warner hasn`t played cricket for Australia for some time now. A hungry David Warner is a scary David Warner. He will come all guns blazing. I`m expecting some big things from him." 
 
When asked about the teams in Group 2 who can enter semi-finals apart from India, Karthik said, "It`s going to be a close call for me between Pakistan or New Zealand. I would love to see Pakistan there but I do think New Zealand find ways to always punch above their weight. I think they`re a pretty well-rounded team and they have a great leader in Kane Williamson. A lot of the time a leader makes a difference in a World Cup." 
 
Karthik termed Netherlands to qualify alongside Sri Lanka from Group A though he felt Ireland might find a way too. "We have got to remember they (Netherlands) have a couple of players who consistently play in England. We have Ryan ten Doeschate, we have Roelof van der Merwe -- these guys are going to pose a threat to any opponent. And more so in the league phase. You play just three games, you go wrong in one and then you are against it throughout it." 
 
From Group B, Karthik identified Bangladesh to have the best chance apart from co-hosts Oman. "Bangladesh definitely has the best chance. They play spin well, they`re a solid team. I`m pretty surprised they even have to play this to qualify -- that`s how good they are. But if they have brought themselves here they`ve done something wrong over a period of time somewhere down the line. Bangladesh need to be very careful." 
 
He added, "The qualifier is happening in Oman, the home team -- so they will have an advantage as well. Let`s not forget they beat Ireland as well at the last (T20) World Cup so they`re not a bad T20 team. They have a few good players. If you want me to put money, I would put it on Bangladesh and I would love to see Oman do well." 
 
Karthik concluded by saying that mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy could emerge to be the best bowler of the tournament. "My choice is a guy called Varun Chakravarthy. I feel he`s got something really special in him. If India goes all the way, I can promise you this boy that I`m speaking about will have played a major role in them moving forward in this tournament. Remember the name `Varun Chakravarthy`." 
 
The men`s T20 World Cup will start on October 17 and finish on November 14 in Oman and UAE. The Super 12 stage of the mega event commences from October 23.

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik has named India and West Indies as his finalists for the men`s T20 World Cup in UAE and Oman in October and November. He also said that after India, West Indies is his second favourite team for the exciting cricket they play.

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik has named India and West Indies as his finalists for the men`s T20 World Cup in UAE and Oman in October and November. He also said that after India, West Indies is his second favourite team for the exciting cricket they play. "I`m not going to go all the way to who is going to win but I`ll tell you this, I`d love to see an India vs West Indies Final. My second favourite team after India would definitely be West Indies, only for the flair of cricket that they play. I think in this format, they love it, it brings out the best in them and I would love to see West Indies in the Final. Whether I want them to win it, that will depend on their opponents that day but for the moment I would stick with an India West Indies final and these are my two favourite teams for the moment in this T20 World Cup," said Karthik in an ICC Digital Show. The 36-year-old Karthik, who was a member of India winning the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007, said it will be a close call Rohit Sharma and David Warner for the top run-scorer in the tournament. "Both of them open the innings. Both of them are solid players. I would put money on either one of them. Both are very hungry. Rohit Sharma and World Cups, they`re synonymous. They just love each other. They find ways to help each other out. If India are to do well he is somebody who needs to fire for them up top. David Warner hasn`t played cricket for Australia for some time now. A hungry David Warner is a scary David Warner. He will come all guns blazing. I`m expecting some big things from him." When asked about the teams in Group 2 who can enter semi-finals apart from India, Karthik said, "It`s going to be a close call for me between Pakistan or New Zealand. I would love to see Pakistan there but I do think New Zealand find ways to always punch above their weight. I think they`re a pretty well-rounded team and they have a great leader in Kane Williamson. A lot of the time a leader makes a difference in a World Cup." Karthik termed Netherlands to qualify alongside Sri Lanka from Group A though he felt Ireland might find a way too. "We have got to remember they (Netherlands) have a couple of players who consistently play in England. We have Ryan ten Doeschate, we have Roelof van der Merwe -- these guys are going to pose a threat to any opponent. And more so in the league phase. You play just three games, you go wrong in one and then you are against it throughout it." From Group B, Karthik identified Bangladesh to have the best chance apart from co-hosts Oman. "Bangladesh definitely has the best chance. They play spin well, they`re a solid team. I`m pretty surprised they even have to play this to qualify -- that`s how good they are. But if they have brought themselves here they`ve done something wrong over a period of time somewhere down the line. Bangladesh need to be very careful." He added, "The qualifier is happening in Oman, the home team -- so they will have an advantage as well. Let`s not forget they beat Ireland as well at the last (T20) World Cup so they`re not a bad T20 team. They have a few good players. If you want me to put money, I would put it on Bangladesh and I would love to see Oman do well." Karthik concluded by saying that mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy could emerge to be the best bowler of the tournament. "My choice is a guy called Varun Chakravarthy. I feel he`s got something really special in him. If India goes all the way, I can promise you this boy that I`m speaking about will have played a major role in them moving forward in this tournament. Remember the name `Varun Chakravarthy`." The men`s T20 World Cup will start on October 17 and finish on November 14 in Oman and UAE. The Super 12 stage of the mega event commences from October 23.

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Kamran Akmal feels that Pakistan will have an advantage in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, which has been shifted from India to the United Arab Emirates.

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According to Akmal, Pakistan will be aware of the conditions in UAE as the Men in Green have played several games in the country.&nbsp;

“Pakistan should have the advantage in the T20 World Cup. We’ve played international cricket for 9 to 10 years in the UAE. That makes Pakistan the most experienced side under the conditions,” Akmal said.

“Not only players from India and Pakistan but from other countries will also benefit going into the T20 World Cup since a lot of them play in both PSL and IPL. Given the conditions in the UAE, Afghanistan can also prove to be a dangerous side, looking at the players that they have. So, it is difficult to pick a favourite for the T20 World Cup,” Akmal said.

Earlier today, tActing ICC CEO Geoff Allardice said: “Our priority is to deliver the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 safely, in full, and in its current window. Whilst we are incredibly disappointed not to be hosting the event in India, the decision gives us the certainty we need to stage the event in a country that is a proven international host of multi-team events in a bio-secure environment. We will work closely with the BCCI, the Emirates Cricket Board, and Oman Cricket to ensure fans can enjoy a wonderful celebration of cricket.”

Acting ICC CEO Geoff Allardice said: “Our priority is to deliver the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 safely, in full, and in its current window. Whilst we are incredibly disappointed not to be hosting the event in India, the decision gives us the certainty we need to stage the event in a country that is a proven international host of multi-team events in a bio-secure environment. We will work closely with the BCCI, the Emirates Cricket Board, and Oman Cricket to ensure fans can enjoy a wonderful celebration of cricket.”

Kamran Akmal feels that Pakistan will have an advantage in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, which has been shifted from India to the United Arab Emirates. ALSO READ: 'Shardul and Washington played a massive part': Australia's assistant coach recalls Gabba loss According to Akmal, Pakistan will be aware of the conditions in UAE as the Men in Green have played several games in the country.

Kamran Akmal feels that Pakistan will have an advantage in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, which has been shifted from India to the United Arab Emirates. ALSO READ: 'Shardul and Washington played a massive part': Australia's assistant coach recalls Gabba loss According to Akmal, Pakistan will be aware of the conditions in UAE as the Men in Green have played several games in the country. “Pakistan should have the advantage in the T20 World Cup. We’ve played international cricket for 9 to 10 years in the UAE. That makes Pakistan the most experienced side under the conditions,” Akmal said. “Not only players from India and Pakistan but from other countries will also benefit going into the T20 World Cup since a lot of them play in both PSL and IPL. Given the conditions in the UAE, Afghanistan can also prove to be a dangerous side, looking at the players that they have. So, it is difficult to pick a favourite for the T20 World Cup,” Akmal said. Earlier today, tActing ICC CEO Geoff Allardice said: “Our priority is to deliver the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 safely, in full, and in its current window. Whilst we are incredibly disappointed not to be hosting the event in India, the decision gives us the certainty we need to stage the event in a country that is a proven international host of multi-team events in a bio-secure environment. We will work closely with the BCCI, the Emirates Cricket Board, and Oman Cricket to ensure fans can enjoy a wonderful celebration of cricket.” Acting ICC CEO Geoff Allardice said: “Our priority is to deliver the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 safely, in full, and in its current window. Whilst we are incredibly disappointed not to be hosting the event in India, the decision gives us the certainty we need to stage the event in a country that is a proven international host of multi-team events in a bio-secure environment. We will work closely with the BCCI, the Emirates Cricket Board, and Oman Cricket to ensure fans can enjoy a wonderful celebration of cricket.”

'Pakistan should have the advantage in the T20 World Cup,' says Kamran Akmal

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had announced that they will be shifting the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 to the United Arab Emirates. Earlier, the ICC tournament was slated to take place in India, however, the COVID-19 situation has forced the Indian cricket board to relocate the tournament.&nbsp;

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Now, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly has written a letter to the members of the Indian cricket board explaining the reason behind the decision.&nbsp;

"We wanted to apprise you that we have discussed this issue with ICC and have had several rounds of discussions internally," Ganguly wrote, as per ANI.

"After much deliberation, it has been decided that safety of players and other stakeholders is of paramount importance and keeping that in mind, it is best that we shift the ICC Men's T20 World Cup to the United Arab Emirates and Oman.

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"It was not an easy decision and we mulled over it for months, constantly keeping an eye on the COVID situation all along. However, with the second wave causing such devastation, the decision ultimately boiled down to the safety and well-being of the players and organizers.

"Although, vaccination in the country is going at breakneck speed, there are reports of a third wave and different variants, which we just cannot ignore. There is nothing more that we could have wanted than to host this prestigious tournament in India, but it was not to be," he added.

"On the brighter side, the BCCI remains the host for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup and with its prior experience in hosting IPL in UAE, we can say with certainty that it will be hosted smoothly, and the BCCI will leave no stone unturned to make it an unprecedented success.

"We thank you for your continued support and we hope that you will give your unflinching support on this issue as well, as you have done in the past," Ganguly further said.

Speaking to news agency ANI, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said, "We will inform the International Cricket Council today that we are shifting T20 World Cup to UAE. Dates will be decided by the ICC."

The T20 World Cup will take place after the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be played.&nbsp;

The hosting rights of the T20 World Cup stay with the BCCI. The first round of the T20 World Cup will see 12 matches, containing the eight groups – Netherlands, Namibia, Scotland, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Ireland, and Papua New Guinea. Four of them will advance to the Super 12s, where they will join the other eight groups. The counterparts for Round one will not be played at the significant venues.&nbsp;

The T20 World Cup's Super 12-leg will involve 30 matches. This leg of the World Cup is scheduled to begin on October 24. The groups will be parted into two groups, with two from each making it to the semi-finals, trailed by the finals.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had announced that they will be shifting the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 to the United Arab Emirates. Earlier, the ICC tournament was slated to take place in India, however, the COVID-19 situation has forced the Indian cricket board to relocate the tournament.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had announced that they will be shifting the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 to the United Arab Emirates. Earlier, the ICC tournament was slated to take place in India, however, the COVID-19 situation has forced the Indian cricket board to relocate the tournament. ALSO READ: Cricket: ICC T20 World Cup to be shifted to UAE, confirms BCCI secretary Jay Shah Now, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly has written a letter to the members of the Indian cricket board explaining the reason behind the decision. "We wanted to apprise you that we have discussed this issue with ICC and have had several rounds of discussions internally," Ganguly wrote, as per ANI. "After much deliberation, it has been decided that safety of players and other stakeholders is of paramount importance and keeping that in mind, it is best that we shift the ICC Men's T20 World Cup to the United Arab Emirates and Oman. ALSO READ: Cricket: Shikhar Dhawan and co. arrive in Sri Lanka ahead of limited-overs series "It was not an easy decision and we mulled over it for months, constantly keeping an eye on the COVID situation all along. However, with the second wave causing such devastation, the decision ultimately boiled down to the safety and well-being of the players and organizers. "Although, vaccination in the country is going at breakneck speed, there are reports of a third wave and different variants, which we just cannot ignore. There is nothing more that we could have wanted than to host this prestigious tournament in India, but it was not to be," he added. "On the brighter side, the BCCI remains the host for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup and with its prior experience in hosting IPL in UAE, we can say with certainty that it will be hosted smoothly, and the BCCI will leave no stone unturned to make it an unprecedented success. "We thank you for your continued support and we hope that you will give your unflinching support on this issue as well, as you have done in the past," Ganguly further said. Speaking to news agency ANI, BCCI Secretary Jay Shah said, "We will inform the International Cricket Council today that we are shifting T20 World Cup to UAE. Dates will be decided by the ICC." The T20 World Cup will take place after the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be played. The hosting rights of the T20 World Cup stay with the BCCI. The first round of the T20 World Cup will see 12 matches, containing the eight groups – Netherlands, Namibia, Scotland, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Ireland, and Papua New Guinea. Four of them will advance to the Super 12s, where they will join the other eight groups. The counterparts for Round one will not be played at the significant venues. The T20 World Cup's Super 12-leg will involve 30 matches. This leg of the World Cup is scheduled to begin on October 24. The groups will be parted into two groups, with two from each making it to the semi-finals, trailed by the finals.

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Sri Lanka has emerged as the dark horse to host the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, which is scheduled to be hosted by India. Given the situation around COVID-19 in India, there have been talks between BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in relation to hosting the T20 World Cup 2021. <o:p></o:p>

According to a report in ANI, BCCI officials have been in talks with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) as well. &nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

"See, there is no denying the fact that BCCI and ECB officials have been having discussions on taking the showpiece event to UAE with an eye on the COVID-19 situation in India. But, what also needs to be kept in mind here is that hosting the IPL would mean quite a few games, not to forget other tournaments or matches that might be held in some of the venues and tired wickets by the time of the World Cup,” a source close to the development told ANI. <o:p></o:p>

"Keeping the playing conditions in mind, there have been some talks with SLC officials and just basic discussions to be honest. Too early to get into the details, but we still have some time before we need to get back to the ICC to inform them on the situation as the BCCI will continue to have the hosting rights even if it is played outside India," the source explained.

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While UAE has just three venues in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi; Sri Lanka will provide more options when it comes to hosting games. The city of Colombo itself has three stadiums. Notably, SLC had also made its intentions clear for hosting IPL 2021 in the September-October window. <o:p></o:p>

"See, these are tough times and with COVID-19 it is an ever-changing situation. So, don't think the host broadcasters would mind backing BCCI if they look at Sri Lanka as an option to host the showpiece event. Keeping options open is not a bad thing," the source said. <o:p></o:p>

"First and foremost, the BCCI needs to submit the tax exemption guarantee by June 15 and things will start rolling one after the other with the Indian board also needing to inform the ICC by June 28 about the position with regards to hosting the event in the country," the source pointed.

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Earlier, the ICC had confirmed that the BCCI would retain the hosting rights of T20 World Cup even if the tournament is shifted to another country.<o:p></o:p>

"A final decision on the host country will be taken later this month. The Board also confirmed that the BCCI will remain the hosts of the event regardless of where the event is played," the ICC said in an official release. <o:p></o:p>

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Sri Lanka has emerged as the dark horse to host the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, which is scheduled to be hosted by India. Given the situation around COVID-19 in India, there have been talks between BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in relation to hosting the T20 World Cup 2021.

Sri Lanka has emerged as the dark horse to host the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, which is scheduled to be hosted by India. Given the situation around COVID-19 in India, there have been talks between BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in relation to hosting the T20 World Cup 2021. According to a report in ANI, BCCI officials have been in talks with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) as well. "See, there is no denying the fact that BCCI and ECB officials have been having discussions on taking the showpiece event to UAE with an eye on the COVID-19 situation in India. But, what also needs to be kept in mind here is that hosting the IPL would mean quite a few games, not to forget other tournaments or matches that might be held in some of the venues and tired wickets by the time of the World Cup,” a source close to the development told ANI. "Keeping the playing conditions in mind, there have been some talks with SLC officials and just basic discussions to be honest. Too early to get into the details, but we still have some time before we need to get back to the ICC to inform them on the situation as the BCCI will continue to have the hosting rights even if it is played outside India," the source explained. ALSO READ: Cricket: India's limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka to start from July 13 - Check full schedule While UAE has just three venues in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi; Sri Lanka will provide more options when it comes to hosting games. The city of Colombo itself has three stadiums. Notably, SLC had also made its intentions clear for hosting IPL 2021 in the September-October window. "See, these are tough times and with COVID-19 it is an ever-changing situation. So, don't think the host broadcasters would mind backing BCCI if they look at Sri Lanka as an option to host the showpiece event. Keeping options open is not a bad thing," the source said. "First and foremost, the BCCI needs to submit the tax exemption guarantee by June 15 and things will start rolling one after the other with the Indian board also needing to inform the ICC by June 28 about the position with regards to hosting the event in the country," the source pointed. ALSO READ: Cricket: IPL 2021 to resume on September 19 in UAE, final scheduled on October 15 Earlier, the ICC had confirmed that the BCCI would retain the hosting rights of T20 World Cup even if the tournament is shifted to another country. "A final decision on the host country will be taken later this month. The Board also confirmed that the BCCI will remain the hosts of the event regardless of where the event is played," the ICC said in an official release.

Cricket: Sri Lanka emerges as darkhorse to host T20 World Cup - Report

Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga could make a comeback to the national team for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, national selection committee chairman Pramodya Wickramasinghe said while adding that the selectors are set to have talks with the veteran fast bowler. <o:p></o:p>

"We will talk to Lasith soon. He is in our plans for the forthcoming T20 tours, including the T20 World Cup coming up in October," said Wickramasinghe. <o:p></o:p>

"We are working out a long-term plan aiming at the 2023 (50-over) World Cup. There, our main focus is to adjust ourselves to forming an accurate average in terms of two main aspects. Those are the age and the fitness," Wickramasinghe told Morning Sports.<o:p></o:p>

Malinga had announced his retirement from ODI cricket and was released by his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2021 auctions. However, he continues to remain the leading wicket-taker in IPL history with 170 scalps in 122 matches.

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The veteran Lankan pacer was with Mumbai Indians since joining the side in 2008. <o:p></o:p>

With back-to-back T20 World Cups scheduled in 2021 and 2022, Sri Lanka could benefit massively with an experienced bowler like Malinga in the attack. <o:p></o:p>

"Lasith is also in our plans. We always should not forget that he is one of the greatest bowlers in our country even in his present form. His records speak for that. There are two back-to-back T20 World Cups that are coming up, this year and next year. We are going to discuss our plans with him when we meet him in the next couple of days," said Wickramasinghe, a former Sri Lanka pace bowler.

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To the development, Malinga said he is "looking forward" to meeting the selectors. "I have retired from both Test and ODI cricket but not from T20s. I also am keen to know how the selection committee is going to get the services of a senior player like me for the national side. In my career, I have proved on many occasions that I can come back after a long break and perform well for my country," he said.<o:p></o:p>

Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga could make a comeback to the national team for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, national selection committee chairman Pramodya Wickramasinghe said while adding that the selectors are set to have talks with the veteran fast bowler.

Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga could make a comeback to the national team for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, national selection committee chairman Pramodya Wickramasinghe said while adding that the selectors are set to have talks with the veteran fast bowler. "We will talk to Lasith soon. He is in our plans for the forthcoming T20 tours, including the T20 World Cup coming up in October," said Wickramasinghe. "We are working out a long-term plan aiming at the 2023 (50-over) World Cup. There, our main focus is to adjust ourselves to forming an accurate average in terms of two main aspects. Those are the age and the fitness," Wickramasinghe told Morning Sports. Malinga had announced his retirement from ODI cricket and was released by his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2021 auctions. However, he continues to remain the leading wicket-taker in IPL history with 170 scalps in 122 matches. ALSO READ: Rahul Dravid names one player ‘who could have merited selection’ for England vs India series The veteran Lankan pacer was with Mumbai Indians since joining the side in 2008. With back-to-back T20 World Cups scheduled in 2021 and 2022, Sri Lanka could benefit massively with an experienced bowler like Malinga in the attack. "Lasith is also in our plans. We always should not forget that he is one of the greatest bowlers in our country even in his present form. His records speak for that. There are two back-to-back T20 World Cups that are coming up, this year and next year. We are going to discuss our plans with him when we meet him in the next couple of days," said Wickramasinghe, a former Sri Lanka pace bowler. ALSO READ: From Padikkal to Hussey: IPL members who tested positive for COVID-19 To the development, Malinga said he is "looking forward" to meeting the selectors. "I have retired from both Test and ODI cricket but not from T20s. I also am keen to know how the selection committee is going to get the services of a senior player like me for the national side. In my career, I have proved on many occasions that I can come back after a long break and perform well for my country," he said.

Lasith Malinga could return to Sri Lanka for ICC T20 World Cup

ICC interim CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the world governing body has back-up plans ready for the T20 World Cup in India later this year but hasn’t activated those plans yet. Allardice comments come at a time when India is battling with a surge in COVID-19 cases in the country.&nbsp;

The ICC T20 World Cup is scheduled to be held in October-November in India – which is reporting over a lakh case daily for the past few ways. Amid the pandemic, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 is scheduled to start from April 9 (Friday) behind closed doors.

"We are certainly proceeding with the event as planned," Allardice said during a virtual media round-table.

"Plan B we have, but we haven't activated those plans yet. We are working with the BCCI, we do have backup plans that can be activated if the time comes," he added.

Allardice was named ICC’s interim CEO after Manu Sawhney was sent on “leave” after coming under the scanner for his conduct during an internal investigation.

"Cricket is being played in a number of countries at the moment and we are learning from all of them.

"We have been talking to others sports bodies about what they are doing, we are in a good shape at the moment but acknowledge that the world is changing at a rapid rate.

"We have also got the World Test Championship final coming up in two months' time, but we are proceeding with both as planned," he said.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), which hosted IPL 2020, could be one of the back-up venues for the T20 World Cup should the situation demand a move.&nbsp;

(With PTI inputs)

ICC interim CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the world governing body has back-up plans ready for the T20 World Cup in India later this year but hasn’t activated those plans yet.

ICC interim CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the world governing body has back-up plans ready for the T20 World Cup in India later this year but hasn’t activated those plans yet. Allardice comments come at a time when India is battling with a surge in COVID-19 cases in the country. The ICC T20 World Cup is scheduled to be held in October-November in India – which is reporting over a lakh case daily for the past few ways. Amid the pandemic, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 is scheduled to start from April 9 (Friday) behind closed doors. "We are certainly proceeding with the event as planned," Allardice said during a virtual media round-table. "Plan B we have, but we haven't activated those plans yet. We are working with the BCCI, we do have backup plans that can be activated if the time comes," he added. Allardice was named ICC’s interim CEO after Manu Sawhney was sent on “leave” after coming under the scanner for his conduct during an internal investigation. "Cricket is being played in a number of countries at the moment and we are learning from all of them. "We have been talking to others sports bodies about what they are doing, we are in a good shape at the moment but acknowledge that the world is changing at a rapid rate. "We have also got the World Test Championship final coming up in two months' time, but we are proceeding with both as planned," he said. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), which hosted IPL 2020, could be one of the back-up venues for the T20 World Cup should the situation demand a move. (With PTI inputs)

ICC has back-up plans for T20 World Cup in India: Interim CEO Geoff Allardice

Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are&nbsp;favourites&nbsp;to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions&nbsp;in the 50-over World Cup,&nbsp;are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.&nbsp;

When asked whether India would be&nbsp;favourites&nbsp;to lift the ICC T20 World Cup on their home soil, Kohli said, in the pre-match press conference: “No, I think England are&nbsp;favourites. They are the No 1 side in the world, all teams will be wary of their strengths.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is back with the Indian team after a lengthy layoff due to injury. Prior to his injury issues, Bhuvneshwar was crucial cog for the Indian team across formats and Kohli is delighted to have the 31-year-old back with the team.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“Glad to have him back, he is keen to contribute to many more Indian wins. Hope he can build strongly from here&nbsp;for the World Cup,” Kohli answered.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ravichandran Ashwin’s recent form in red-ball cricket and in IPL has triggered a debate whether the veteran spinner should be included in India's white-ball team. However, Kohli said&nbsp;that with Washington Sundar, a similar bowler to Ashwin, in the side, he&nbsp;doesn’t&nbsp;see Ashwin coming back in the Indian limited-overs side for the ICC T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

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“Washi has been doing really well for us, and it is difficult to have two players similar. Unless Washi has a horrible season (not&nbsp;possible).... you need to have some logic in the question as well. Easy to ask,” Kohli said.&nbsp;

The five-T20I series between&nbsp;India and England is set to start from Friday at the world’s largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.

Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field. When asked whether India would be favourites to lift the ICC T20 World Cup on their home soil, Kohli said, in the pre-match press conference: “No, I think England are favourites. They are the No 1 side in the world, all teams will be wary of their strengths.” × ALSO READ: Dhawan, Rahul or Rohit ? Virat Kohli confirms opening combination for India in T20I series vs England Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is back with the Indian team after a lengthy layoff due to injury. Prior to his injury issues, Bhuvneshwar was crucial cog for the Indian team across formats and Kohli is delighted to have the 31-year-old back with the team. “Glad to have him back, he is keen to contribute to many more Indian wins. Hope he can build strongly from here for the World Cup,” Kohli answered. Ravichandran Ashwin’s recent form in red-ball cricket and in IPL has triggered a debate whether the veteran spinner should be included in India's white-ball team. However, Kohli said that with Washington Sundar, a similar bowler to Ashwin, in the side, he doesn’t see Ashwin coming back in the Indian limited-overs side for the ICC T20 World Cup. ALSO READ: Prithvi Shaw equals Virat Kohli's record as he continues blistering run of form “Washi has been doing really well for us, and it is difficult to have two players similar. Unless Washi has a horrible season (not possible).... you need to have some logic in the question as well. Easy to ask,” Kohli said. The five-T20I series between India and England is set to start from Friday at the world’s largest cricket stadium – Narendra Modi Stadium – in Ahmedabad.

England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the qualification process for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Australia which is set to take place in October and November 2022.

The 15 spots in Australia will be decided through a four-step qualifying process which starts in April 2021. As many as 11 regional qualification tournaments across five regions have been rescheduled to 2021, due to COVID-19 and will now feed into the 2022 Australia event.

With the return of cricket in early 2021, we will see 86 different teams with the opportunity to fill the 15 World Cup spots – with hosts Australia already securing one – over a 13-month qualification campaign.

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For the first time ever Hungary, Romania and Serbia will be competing for Men’s T20 World Cup qualification and Finland will play host to an ICC event for the very first time. In a festival of cricket, it will also be the first time that Japan will host a Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier, on the back of the U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier they will host two weeks before.

At the regional level, there will be 67 Associate Members taking part. Due to the depth of strength within Africa and Europe, both regions have sub-regional qualifiers feeding into a final qualifier for the region. Africa, Americas, EAP and Europe will have one top tier regional qualifier and Asia will have A and B to determine which teams will progress into the two eight-team global qualifiers.

The 16 available spots in the Global Qualifiers will be filled by one team each from the Africa and EAP Qualifier respectively. They will be joined by two teams each from the Americas and Europe qualifiers. Finally, Asia which has a Qualifier A and B will see one team from each event make up the eight spots from regional qualification.

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The remaining eight spots will go to the four bottom teams from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 and together with Nepal, Singapore, UAE and Zimbabwe which have gained direct entry based on their MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings.

Four teams from the two global qualifiers will join hosts Australia and the 11 automatic qualifiers from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 to make up the 16-team Men’s T20 World Cup 2022.

In the lead up to the Australia event, there will be 225 Men’s T20Is scheduled to be played across 13 months, giving every team an opportunity to climb the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings.

ICC Head of Events, Chris Tetley said: “We are delighted to announce qualification for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Australia in 2022. The pathway which culminates in the eighth Men’s T20 World Cup which will be held in Australia, sees the likes of Hungary, Romania and Serbia competing for the first time in an ICC event of this format, highlighting the increased competitiveness within Associate Members. In addition, a remarkable 225 Men’s T20 Internationals are scheduled to be played providing a substantial number of playing opportunities to all Members.”

The 16 teams that had originally qualified for the 2020 Australia event will now play in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 in India. The participating teams for that event are Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, South Africa, Sri Lanka and West Indies.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the qualification process for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Australia which is set to take place in October and November 2022.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the qualification process for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Australia which is set to take place in October and November 2022. The 15 spots in Australia will be decided through a four-step qualifying process which starts in April 2021. As many as 11 regional qualification tournaments across five regions have been rescheduled to 2021, due to COVID-19 and will now feed into the 2022 Australia event. With the return of cricket in early 2021, we will see 86 different teams with the opportunity to fill the 15 World Cup spots – with hosts Australia already securing one – over a 13-month qualification campaign. TRENDING | WATCH: Mushfiqur Rahim loses cool, almost hits teammate during Bangabandhu T20 Cup For the first time ever Hungary, Romania and Serbia will be competing for Men’s T20 World Cup qualification and Finland will play host to an ICC event for the very first time. In a festival of cricket, it will also be the first time that Japan will host a Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier, on the back of the U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier they will host two weeks before. At the regional level, there will be 67 Associate Members taking part. Due to the depth of strength within Africa and Europe, both regions have sub-regional qualifiers feeding into a final qualifier for the region. Africa, Americas, EAP and Europe will have one top tier regional qualifier and Asia will have A and B to determine which teams will progress into the two eight-team global qualifiers. The 16 available spots in the Global Qualifiers will be filled by one team each from the Africa and EAP Qualifier respectively. They will be joined by two teams each from the Americas and Europe qualifiers. Finally, Asia which has a Qualifier A and B will see one team from each event make up the eight spots from regional qualification. ALSO READ: Haven't been home for 6 months: Jason Holder explains challenges of bio-bubble life after pay cuts The remaining eight spots will go to the four bottom teams from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 and together with Nepal, Singapore, UAE and Zimbabwe which have gained direct entry based on their MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings. Four teams from the two global qualifiers will join hosts Australia and the 11 automatic qualifiers from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 to make up the 16-team Men’s T20 World Cup 2022. In the lead up to the Australia event, there will be 225 Men’s T20Is scheduled to be played across 13 months, giving every team an opportunity to climb the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings. ICC Head of Events, Chris Tetley said: “We are delighted to announce qualification for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Australia in 2022. The pathway which culminates in the eighth Men’s T20 World Cup which will be held in Australia, sees the likes of Hungary, Romania and Serbia competing for the first time in an ICC event of this format, highlighting the increased competitiveness within Associate Members. In addition, a remarkable 225 Men’s T20 Internationals are scheduled to be played providing a substantial number of playing opportunities to all Members.” The 16 teams that had originally qualified for the 2020 Australia event will now play in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 in India. The participating teams for that event are Australia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, South Africa, Sri Lanka and West Indies.

ICC announces qualification pathway to men's T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia

Veteran South African batsman and former Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis has suggested a two-week isolation period, for players, before and after the ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Australia in October-November 2020.&nbsp;

Cricket, like every other sport, has come to a screeching halt due to COVID-19 pandemic with uncertainty mounting over the future of the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

In an interaction with Bangladesh’s ODI skipper Tamim Iqbal, du Plessis said international travel is going to be a major concern for the authorities especially while bringing players from Bangladesh, South Africa or India where the virus has spread rapidly.&nbsp;

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"I am not sure... Reading that travelling is going to be an issue for lot of countries and they are talking about December or January. Even if Australia is not affected like other countries, to get people from Bangladesh, South Africa or India where there is more danger, obviously it's a health risk to them," du Plessis said.

"But you can go in before the tournament (for) two weeks isolation and then play the tournament and afterwards two weeks isolation," said the former Proteas captain.

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Du Plessis joked that he doesn’t know when South Africa will lift their travel restrictions while adding players can’t travel on boats.&nbsp;

"But I don't know when South Africa will open their travel ban because we can't go there like old days on boats," du Plessis said.

In March, South Africa’s three-match ODI series against India was called off due to the outbreak of the deadly virus. The COVID-19 has infected more than 44 lakh people worldwide while causing close to 3 lakh deaths. 
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Veteran South African batsman and former Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis has suggested a two-week isolation period, for players, before and after the ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Australia in October-November 2020.

Veteran South African batsman and former Proteas skipper Faf du Plessis has suggested a two-week isolation period, for players, before and after the ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Australia in October-November 2020. Cricket, like every other sport, has come to a screeching halt due to COVID-19 pandemic with uncertainty mounting over the future of the T20 World Cup. In an interaction with Bangladesh’s ODI skipper Tamim Iqbal, du Plessis said international travel is going to be a major concern for the authorities especially while bringing players from Bangladesh, South Africa or India where the virus has spread rapidly. ALSO READ: 'Setting goals for each series...'- Rohit Sharma reveals his success mantra "I am not sure... Reading that travelling is going to be an issue for lot of countries and they are talking about December or January. Even if Australia is not affected like other countries, to get people from Bangladesh, South Africa or India where there is more danger, obviously it's a health risk to them," du Plessis said. "But you can go in before the tournament (for) two weeks isolation and then play the tournament and afterwards two weeks isolation," said the former Proteas captain. ALSO READ: Shoaib Akhtar reacts after being hilariously trolled by ICC over Steve Smith tweet Du Plessis joked that he doesn’t know when South Africa will lift their travel restrictions while adding players can’t travel on boats. "But I don't know when South Africa will open their travel ban because we can't go there like old days on boats," du Plessis said. In March, South Africa’s three-match ODI series against India was called off due to the outbreak of the deadly virus. The COVID-19 has infected more than 44 lakh people worldwide while causing close to 3 lakh deaths.

Faf du Plessis suggests two-week isolation for players before and after T20 World Cup

Australian Sports Minister Richard Colbeck has said that the country can deal with the challenge of getting all the participating for the ICC T20 World Cup but the real issue for the authority is whether it is worth having the showpiece event behind closed doors.&nbsp;

Travel restrictions and lockdown measures have put question marks over the commencement of the ICC T20 World Cup and even India’s tour of Australia. Reportedly, Cricket Australia is looking at a massive loss of 300 million Australian dollars if the schedule is disrupted due to coronavirus.&nbsp; 
Colbeck has said he would love to see the Test series between India and Australia go ahead as per schedule. He further emphasized on the issue of World Cup being played in empty stadiums as he said world cricket will have to look into the matter closely as well.

"I'd love to see an Australia-India Test series this summer and I'd really like to be able to see the World Cup go-ahead.

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"... the issue is not so much the teams as the crowds and that's probably one of the hurdles we really have to consider and probably one that world cricket will look at pretty closely as well," Colbeck told in a radio show on Monday.

Furthermore, Colbeck said bringing in teams, staff and broadcasters won’t be an issue for Australia and the authorities could work on protocols with appropriate quarantine and bio-security measures for the tournament.&nbsp;

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"We all know the difference in the atmosphere ... but in a team sense I'd like to think that we can build some protocols with the cooperation of the sport and the players, that's going to be extremely important, with appropriate quarantine and biosecurity protocols to see if we can make the competition go ahead."

While T20 World Cup is scheduled for an October 18 start, India's tour of Australia will begin with a T20 tri-series in October and end with a four-match Test series in December.

Australian Sports Minister Richard Colbeck has said that the country can deal with the challenge of getting all the participating for the ICC T20 World Cup but the real issue for the authority is whether it is worth having the showpiece event behind closed doors.

Australian Sports Minister Richard Colbeck has said that the country can deal with the challenge of getting all the participating for the ICC T20 World Cup but the real issue for the authority is whether it is worth having the showpiece event behind closed doors. Travel restrictions and lockdown measures have put question marks over the commencement of the ICC T20 World Cup and even India’s tour of Australia. Reportedly, Cricket Australia is looking at a massive loss of 300 million Australian dollars if the schedule is disrupted due to coronavirus. Colbeck has said he would love to see the Test series between India and Australia go ahead as per schedule. He further emphasized on the issue of World Cup being played in empty stadiums as he said world cricket will have to look into the matter closely as well. "I'd love to see an Australia-India Test series this summer and I'd really like to be able to see the World Cup go-ahead. ALSO READ: "Would be devastating if India don’t tour Australia due to COVID-19 pandemic" "... the issue is not so much the teams as the crowds and that's probably one of the hurdles we really have to consider and probably one that world cricket will look at pretty closely as well," Colbeck told in a radio show on Monday. Furthermore, Colbeck said bringing in teams, staff and broadcasters won’t be an issue for Australia and the authorities could work on protocols with appropriate quarantine and bio-security measures for the tournament. ALSO READ: 'Everyone has regrets in their life' - Tainted Pakistan pacer Mohammad Asif opens up on spot-fixing scandal "We all know the difference in the atmosphere ... but in a team sense I'd like to think that we can build some protocols with the cooperation of the sport and the players, that's going to be extremely important, with appropriate quarantine and biosecurity protocols to see if we can make the competition go ahead." While T20 World Cup is scheduled for an October 18 start, India's tour of Australia will begin with a T20 tri-series in October and end with a four-match Test series in December.

Would love to see T20 World Cup go ahead, Ind-Aus series played: Australia Sports Minister Richard Colbeck

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