<p>Long-serving wicketkeeper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ms-dhoni-sets-out-to-discharge-his-duties-as-lieutenant-colonel-in-territorial-army-239647">Mahendra Singh Dhoni</a>'s absence from India's tour of West Indies has handed young Rishabh Pant the perfect opportunity to gain experience and unleash his potential, captain Virat Kohli has said.</p>

<p>Dhoni is sitting out India's tour, which begins with the first Twenty20 against West Indies in Florida later on Saturday, to discharge his responsibilities as an honorary colonel in the army.</p>

<p>The 38-year-old is part of the Territorial Army, a reservist force that draws on civilians who can do short stints to assist the military, and started patrol duties in conflict-torn Jammu and Kashmir from Wednesday.</p>

<p>Pant, 21, has been long earmarked as the successor to Dhoni, who is a veteran of 350 one-dayers and quit playing Tests at the end of 2014.</p>

<p>"It's a great opportunity for someone like Rishabh Pant to really play a lot of international cricket, show his credentials, really unleash his potential at this stage," Kohli told reporters in Fort Lauderdale.</p>

<p>"We know how much ability he has and we all want him to become a consistent performer for the Indian cricket team.</p>

<p>"MS's experience is always going to be a very, very crucial factor but having said that some of these younger guys have a great opportunity ahead of them and they should just look forward to it."</p>

<p>Dhoni, 38, has been the subject of intense speculation on his retirement from international cricket since India's semi-final exit from the World Cup.</p>

<p>Questions have been raised by former cricketers, pundits and local media if it was the right time for him to step away and help India groom his successor.</p>

<p>Dhoni has not provided even a hint of his plans but he enjoys unwavering support from Kohli, who has publicly backed him on numerous occasions.</p>

<p>With regular all-rounder Hardik Pandya also rested for the trip to the Caribbean, where India will play three T20s, three ODIs and two Tests, the touring side will miss their regular 'finishers' in the limited-overs formats.</p>

<p>Kohli said it was a chance for the fringe players to make their case ahead of next year's World T20 in Australia.</p>

<p>"It's a great opportunity for the guys stepping in, to deliver what we need from them as a team and really cement their spots," Kohli said.</p>

<p>"Not having the two finishers, Hardik and MS, around is different to what we are used to. But it also presents an opportunity for the guys coming in to show what they have.</p>

<p>"Looking forward to the World T20 next year I think it's a great position to be in for all these guys coming in."</p>


Long-serving wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's absence from India's tour of West Indies has handed young Rishabh Pant the perfect opportunity to gain experience and unleash his potential, captain Virat Kohli has said.

Long-serving wicketkeeper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's absence from India's tour of West Indies has handed young Rishabh Pant the perfect opportunity to gain experience and unleash his potential, captain Virat Kohli has said. Dhoni is sitting out India's tour, which begins with the first Twenty20 against West Indies in Florida later on Saturday, to discharge his responsibilities as an honorary colonel in the army. The 38-year-old is part of the Territorial Army, a reservist force that draws on civilians who can do short stints to assist the military, and started patrol duties in conflict-torn Jammu and Kashmir from Wednesday. Pant, 21, has been long earmarked as the successor to Dhoni, who is a veteran of 350 one-dayers and quit playing Tests at the end of 2014. "It's a great opportunity for someone like Rishabh Pant to really play a lot of international cricket, show his credentials, really unleash his potential at this stage," Kohli told reporters in Fort Lauderdale. "We know how much ability he has and we all want him to become a consistent performer for the Indian cricket team. "MS's experience is always going to be a very, very crucial factor but having said that some of these younger guys have a great opportunity ahead of them and they should just look forward to it." Dhoni, 38, has been the subject of intense speculation on his retirement from international cricket since India's semi-final exit from the World Cup. Questions have been raised by former cricketers, pundits and local media if it was the right time for him to step away and help India groom his successor. Dhoni has not provided even a hint of his plans but he enjoys unwavering support from Kohli, who has publicly backed him on numerous occasions. With regular all-rounder Hardik Pandya also rested for the trip to the Caribbean, where India will play three T20s, three ODIs and two Tests, the touring side will miss their regular 'finishers' in the limited-overs formats. Kohli said it was a chance for the fringe players to make their case ahead of next year's World T20 in Australia. "It's a great opportunity for the guys stepping in, to deliver what we need from them as a team and really cement their spots," Kohli said. "Not having the two finishers, Hardik and MS, around is different to what we are used to. But it also presents an opportunity for the guys coming in to show what they have. "Looking forward to the World T20 next year I think it's a great position to be in for all these guys coming in."

Virat Kohli eggs on Rishabh Pant to unleash potential in MS Dhoni's absence

<p>India's Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bowl&nbsp;first against West Indies in the T20 series opener at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Florida on Saturday.</p>

<p>India are giving a senior international debut to fast-medium bowler Navdeep Saini as they seek to mould their squad with an eye as well on the World T20 tournament.</p>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;injury-prone <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/andre-russell-really-wanted-to-play-and-show-off-skills-says-carlos-brathwaite-240473">all-rounder Andre Russell</a> was a late withdrawal and has been replaced in the squad by Jason Mohammed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's star opener Shikhar Dhawan, who was forced out of the World Cup in England six weeks ago with a fractured thumb, makes his return.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The priority will always be winning, but in that process you need to try out combinations and trust your players and expect them to perform under pressure, that's what international cricket is all about," said Kohli at the time of toss.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Walk into the team, cement your place, grab the opportunity with both hands, all of us have done that at some stage," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>West Indies:</strong> John Campbell, Evin Lewis, Nicholas Pooran(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Kieron Pollard, Rovman Powell, Carlos Brathwaite(c), Sunil Narine, Keemo Paul, Sheldon Cottrell, Oshane Thomas&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>India:</strong> Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli(c), Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant(w), Krunal Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Washington Sundar, Navdeep Saini, K Khaleel Ahmed</p>


India's Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bowl first against West Indies in the T20 series opener at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Florida on Saturday.

India's Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bowl first against West Indies in the T20 series opener at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Florida on Saturday. India are giving a senior international debut to fast-medium bowler Navdeep Saini as they seek to mould their squad with an eye as well on the World T20 tournament. Meanwhile, injury-prone all-rounder Andre Russell was a late withdrawal and has been replaced in the squad by Jason Mohammed. India's star opener Shikhar Dhawan, who was forced out of the World Cup in England six weeks ago with a fractured thumb, makes his return. "The priority will always be winning, but in that process you need to try out combinations and trust your players and expect them to perform under pressure, that's what international cricket is all about," said Kohli at the time of toss. "Walk into the team, cement your place, grab the opportunity with both hands, all of us have done that at some stage," he added. Playing XI: West Indies: John Campbell, Evin Lewis, Nicholas Pooran(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Kieron Pollard, Rovman Powell, Carlos Brathwaite(c), Sunil Narine, Keemo Paul, Sheldon Cottrell, Oshane Thomas India: Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli(c), Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant(w), Krunal Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Washington Sundar, Navdeep Saini, K Khaleel Ahmed

India vs West Indies - 1st T20I: Virat Kohli wins toss and opts to bowl first

<p>Indian skipper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-eggs-on-rishabh-pant-to-unleash-potential-in-ms-dhonis-absence-240379">Virat Kohli</a> said after World Cup ouster, the first few days were difficult but like professionals, the team moved on and recovered from the shock World Cup semi-final defeat by New Zealand last month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli-led T20 side is all set to take on West Indies in a three-match series, starting in the United States on August 3.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the pre-match media conference, Kohli reflected on Team India's World Cup exit. He said, "Obviously the first few days after we exited the World Cup were quite difficult."</p>

<p>"Every time we woke up it was the worst feeling in the morning and through the day you do things and you know sort of get on with your life. But now look, we're professionals, we move ahead, every team has to move on so we're quite ok with what happened in the World Cup, Kohli added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ms Dhoni has opted out and India will also miss the services of all-rounder Hardik Pandya for the trip to the Caribbean, where India will play three T20s, three ODIs and two Tests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Yesterday the fielding session and a little bit of time we spent on the field was really good, everyone was excited, looking forward to just playing, just being on the field again. Everyone's looking forward to these games which I think is the most important thing."</p>

<p>Kohli also said it was a chance for the fringe players to make their case ahead of next year's World T20 in Australia.</p>

<p>"It will just give us an opportunity to have some fun together, understand why we've been so successful as a team and really focus on the things that matter, rather than focusing on the things that are not in our control," Kohli added.&nbsp;</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli said after World Cup ouster, the first few days were difficult but like professionals, the team moved on and recovered from the shock World Cup semi-final defeat by New Zealand last month.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli said after World Cup ouster, the first few days were difficult but like professionals, the team moved on and recovered from the shock World Cup semi-final defeat by New Zealand last month. Virat Kohli-led T20 side is all set to take on West Indies in a three-match series, starting in the United States on August 3. During the pre-match media conference, Kohli reflected on Team India's World Cup exit. He said, "Obviously the first few days after we exited the World Cup were quite difficult." "Every time we woke up it was the worst feeling in the morning and through the day you do things and you know sort of get on with your life. But now look, we're professionals, we move ahead, every team has to move on so we're quite ok with what happened in the World Cup, Kohli added. Ms Dhoni has opted out and India will also miss the services of all-rounder Hardik Pandya for the trip to the Caribbean, where India will play three T20s, three ODIs and two Tests. "Yesterday the fielding session and a little bit of time we spent on the field was really good, everyone was excited, looking forward to just playing, just being on the field again. Everyone's looking forward to these games which I think is the most important thing." Kohli also said it was a chance for the fringe players to make their case ahead of next year's World T20 in Australia. "It will just give us an opportunity to have some fun together, understand why we've been so successful as a team and really focus on the things that matter, rather than focusing on the things that are not in our control," Kohli added.

Team moved on from disappointing World Cup semi-final defeat, says Virat Kohli

<p>Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar believes that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/where-is-rohit-sharma-fans-unhappy-over-virat-kohlis-latest-post-240192">Virat Kohli</a> should continue as India's captain and said that it will be foolish to remove him from the position.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Rohit Sharma — India's vice-captain — unfollowed Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma on Instagram, rumours started pouring in about rift between both the batsmen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think Kohli should not be removed from captaincy because a lot has been invested into him. He has been leading the sides for the past three-four years now," said Akhtar in a video posted on his YouTube channel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have no doubts that Rohit is a good captain and he has done a good job in IPL but I think an investment has been made and that investment can be made better with a slight tweak. Virat Kohli is a sensible choice to carry on. I think it will be foolish to remove Kohli from captaincy," the former speedster said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There is a talk going on in India that the team is divided into groups because of the reported rift between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. I guess Rohit wants to become the captain and Virat is coming in his way but I don't think these rumours are true," Akhtar added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Akhtar also said that Virat needs a better coach and selection committee to improve.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"All he needs is a better coach and a better selection committee and he will improve. He will be a sensible choice once he gets the required support staff from the BCCI."</p>


Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar believes that Virat Kohli should continue as India's captain and said that it will be foolish to remove him from the position.

Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar believes that Virat Kohli should continue as India's captain and said that it will be foolish to remove him from the position. After Rohit Sharma — India's vice-captain — unfollowed Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma on Instagram, rumours started pouring in about rift between both the batsmen. "I think Kohli should not be removed from captaincy because a lot has been invested into him. He has been leading the sides for the past three-four years now," said Akhtar in a video posted on his YouTube channel. "I have no doubts that Rohit is a good captain and he has done a good job in IPL but I think an investment has been made and that investment can be made better with a slight tweak. Virat Kohli is a sensible choice to carry on. I think it will be foolish to remove Kohli from captaincy," the former speedster said. "There is a talk going on in India that the team is divided into groups because of the reported rift between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. I guess Rohit wants to become the captain and Virat is coming in his way but I don't think these rumours are true," Akhtar added. Akhtar also said that Virat needs a better coach and selection committee to improve. Watch the video: × "All he needs is a better coach and a better selection committee and he will improve. He will be a sensible choice once he gets the required support staff from the BCCI."

Virat Kohli should not be removed from captaincy, he needs better coach, says Shoaib Akhtar

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo may not be the most popular footballer in South Korea at the moment but he has an ardent fan in India cricket captain Virat Kohli, who changes his club allegiance every time the Portuguese forward is transferred.</p>

<p>Lionel Messi and Ronaldo have dominated the global football landscape for a decade, each winning the Ballon d'Or five times before Croatia international midfielder Luka Modric broke their stranglehold by claiming the coveted award last year.</p>

<p>Kohli is arguably the best batsman of his generation across formats and became the first to win the International Cricket Council's cricketer, Test and one-day international player of the year awards together for a phenomenal 2018.</p>

<p>The 30-year-old rates former Real Madrid and Manchester United Ronaldo as the best he has seen.</p>

<p>"For me, Cristiano is above everyone else. His commitment and work ethic is unmatched. He wants it that bad – you can see it every game," Kohli told the FIFA website (www.fifa.com).</p>

<p>"In my opinion he has taken on more challenges and succeeded at all of them. He's the most complete player I have seen and his work ethic, as I mentioned, is unmatched.</p>

<p>"He inspires people. I don't think many people do that. He's also a leader and I love that. Absolutely love it. He has amazing belief too."</p>

<p>The Portuguese player with a huge fan following across the globe has, however, riled up his fans in South Korea who are exploring legal action to seek compensation after Ronaldo failed to play in a friendly during Juventus' pre-season tour in Seoul last week.</p>

<p>Kohli, a co-owner of an Indian Super League soccer franchise, enjoys cult status in cricket-crazy India and boasts 107 million followers across Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.</p>

<p>"I like watching Portugal play now because they are maximising their resources along with having a legend in their team," Kohli added.</p>

<p>"They play with passion and belief, so I like watching them. Otherwise, in terms of pure ability and impact, France are very, very strong.</p>

<p>"I support Juventus now because of Cristiano. Simple. I support every club at which he plays. He inspires me."</p>

<p>French forward Kylian Mbappe, 20, is Kohli's choice to rule the football world after Ronaldo and Messi.</p>

<p>"His sprint in the 2018 World Cup against Argentina is hard to forget," Kohli said. "He's a beast and he will definitely be at the top of the pile for me. Absolutely top-class player."</p>


Cristiano Ronaldo may not be the most popular footballer in South Korea at the moment but he has an ardent fan in India cricket captain Virat Kohli, who changes his club allegiance every time the Portuguese forward is transferred.

Cristiano Ronaldo may not be the most popular footballer in South Korea at the moment but he has an ardent fan in India cricket captain Virat Kohli, who changes his club allegiance every time the Portuguese forward is transferred. Lionel Messi and Ronaldo have dominated the global football landscape for a decade, each winning the Ballon d'Or five times before Croatia international midfielder Luka Modric broke their stranglehold by claiming the coveted award last year. Kohli is arguably the best batsman of his generation across formats and became the first to win the International Cricket Council's cricketer, Test and one-day international player of the year awards together for a phenomenal 2018. The 30-year-old rates former Real Madrid and Manchester United Ronaldo as the best he has seen. "For me, Cristiano is above everyone else. His commitment and work ethic is unmatched. He wants it that bad – you can see it every game," Kohli told the FIFA website (www.fifa.com). "In my opinion he has taken on more challenges and succeeded at all of them. He's the most complete player I have seen and his work ethic, as I mentioned, is unmatched. "He inspires people. I don't think many people do that. He's also a leader and I love that. Absolutely love it. He has amazing belief too." The Portuguese player with a huge fan following across the globe has, however, riled up his fans in South Korea who are exploring legal action to seek compensation after Ronaldo failed to play in a friendly during Juventus' pre-season tour in Seoul last week. Kohli, a co-owner of an Indian Super League soccer franchise, enjoys cult status in cricket-crazy India and boasts 107 million followers across Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. "I like watching Portugal play now because they are maximising their resources along with having a legend in their team," Kohli added. "They play with passion and belief, so I like watching them. Otherwise, in terms of pure ability and impact, France are very, very strong. "I support Juventus now because of Cristiano. Simple. I support every club at which he plays. He inspires me." French forward Kylian Mbappe, 20, is Kohli's choice to rule the football world after Ronaldo and Messi. "His sprint in the 2018 World Cup against Argentina is hard to forget," Kohli said. "He's a beast and he will definitely be at the top of the pile for me. Absolutely top-class player."

'Cristiano Ronaldo is above everyone else and inspires people,' says Virat Kohli

<p>A day before India's first T20 International match against West Indies, Indian skipper Virat Kohli has shared a picture with teammates&nbsp;captioning "squad". Although, the fans are not happy as they are wondering where is Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The photo, shared&nbsp;by Kohli on Instagram and Twitter,&nbsp;featured KL Rahul, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed, and Shreyas Iyer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As soon as the photo was posted, fans started asking about India's World Cup-hero Rohit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lately, rumours of cracks within the Indian team were reported by local media after Kohli's team bowed out of the World Cup following their semi-final loss to New Zealand earlier this month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sharma —&nbsp;the vice-captain of the one-day and Twenty20 international side —&nbsp;recently unfollowed Kohli and the captain's Bollywood wife Anushka Sharma on Instagram, adding fuel to the suggestions the two senior players were not on good terms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But&nbsp;Kohli said that talk of a rift with star batsman Rohit&nbsp;was "ridiculous" and "baffling" and insisted all was well in the team camp.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli, however, had dismissed the speculation ahead of the team's departure for the tour of West Indies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In my opinion, it's baffling to be honest. Ridiculous to read some stuff that comes out," the Virat had&nbsp;told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here are some reactions on Virat's post:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Hey <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> if everything is alright with in your team and dressing room, why every time you post a pic with team members <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> always go missing?? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RohitSharma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RohitSharma</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViratKohli</a></p>
— Gaurav Varmani 🇮🇳 (@gauravvarmani) <a href="https://twitter.com/gauravvarmani/status/1157128461074522112?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">where is <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> Y u r doing politics <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> after Graig chapel virat ND shashtri will be responsible for poor performance of Indian cricket</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">No squad is complete without this two cricketing beast Rohit and Shikhar <a href="https://twitter.com/SDhawan25?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SDhawan25</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a><br />
The more you hide your feelings, the more they show. The more deny your feeling, the more they grow.<br />
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Please try to include them from next click Virat sir..</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Where is our world cup hero <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> ?<br />
Please step down from captaincy just for country. And Give A chance to Rohit Sharma To Lead This Team.<br />
Dont Angry with me I Sorry to Say That Practically You Really Don't know How To Make A Good Team.<br />
You kiked off <a href="https://twitter.com/ajinkyarahane88?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ajinkyarahane88</a></p>
— Abhishek Pratap singh UPSSSC (@JayAbhishekHind) <a href="https://twitter.com/JayAbhishekHind/status/1157135291091582976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>India's tour of West Indies will open with the T20Is in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3.&nbsp;</p>


A day before India's first T20 International match against West Indies, Indian skipper Virat Kohli has shared a picture with teammates captioning "squad". Although, the fans are not happy as they are wondering where is Rohit Sharma.

A day before India's first T20 International match against West Indies, Indian skipper Virat Kohli has shared a picture with teammates captioning "squad". Although, the fans are not happy as they are wondering where is Rohit Sharma. The photo, shared by Kohli on Instagram and Twitter, featured KL Rahul, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Ravindra Jadeja, Krunal Pandya, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed, and Shreyas Iyer. As soon as the photo was posted, fans started asking about India's World Cup-hero Rohit. Lately, rumours of cracks within the Indian team were reported by local media after Kohli's team bowed out of the World Cup following their semi-final loss to New Zealand earlier this month. Sharma — the vice-captain of the one-day and Twenty20 international side — recently unfollowed Kohli and the captain's Bollywood wife Anushka Sharma on Instagram, adding fuel to the suggestions the two senior players were not on good terms. But Kohli said that talk of a rift with star batsman Rohit was "ridiculous" and "baffling" and insisted all was well in the team camp. Kohli, however, had dismissed the speculation ahead of the team's departure for the tour of West Indies. "In my opinion, it's baffling to be honest. Ridiculous to read some stuff that comes out," the Virat had told reporters. Here are some reactions on Virat's post: Oye pic.twitter.com/Jooha2HMfz — Chota Don (@choga_don) August 2, 2019 × Hey @imVkohli if everything is alright with in your team and dressing room, why every time you post a pic with team members @ImRo45 always go missing?? #RohitSharma #ViratKohli — Gaurav Varmani 🇮🇳 (@gauravvarmani) August 2, 2019 × where is @ImRo45 Y u r doing politics @BCCI after Graig chapel virat ND shashtri will be responsible for poor performance of Indian cricket — silent (@jiteshkumar114) August 2, 2019 × No squad is complete without this two cricketing beast Rohit and Shikhar @SDhawan25 @ImRo45 The more you hide your feelings, the more they show. The more deny your feeling, the more they grow. Please try to include them from next click Virat sir.. — Sanjay Yadav (@iamsanjaydv) August 2, 2019 × Where is our world cup hero @ImRo45 ? Please step down from captaincy just for country. And Give A chance to Rohit Sharma To Lead This Team. Dont Angry with me I Sorry to Say That Practically You Really Don't know How To Make A Good Team. You kiked off @ajinkyarahane88 — Abhishek Pratap singh UPSSSC (@JayAbhishekHind) August 2, 2019 × India's tour of West Indies will open with the T20Is in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3.

'Where is Rohit Sharma?': Fans unhappy over Virat Kohli's latest post

<p>India head into their all-format tour of the West Indies this weekend with more on their mind than simply winning a couple of T20s.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For Virat Kohli's side - and indeed for the West Indies - it is a chance to pick up the pieces after a disappointing one-day international (ODI) World Cup in England and put behind them the recent talk of splits in the camp.</p>

<p>Kohli's confidant Ravi Shastri is on borrowed time before the appointment of a new coach, former captain MS Dhoni has skipped the tour to do military service while Kohli this week has had to dismiss talk of a rift with prolific opening batsman Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It baffles you as a leader, as a coach, and as a team when lies are being floated around," Kohli told reporters this week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"And they are made to look believable. We have had no issues."</p>

<p>India, unexpectedly beaten by New Zealand in the World Cup semi-final last month, are likely to find plenty of support during the first two T20s on Saturday and Sunday with expatriate Indians expected to outnumber West Indian fans at the delightful Central Broward Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida.</p>

<p><strong>Lauderhill, home of (USA) cricket&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The stadium hosted its first internationals back in 2010 when New Zealand played Sri Lanka in two T20s.&nbsp;</p>

<p>West Indies and India played a T20 there three years ago and produced real fireworks, with KL Rahul smashing a century off 46 balls and Evin Lewis responding for the West Indies with a ton off 49 balls. The Indians won by just one run.</p>

<p>Rahul will be hoping to replicate that form in Lauderhill and the third T20 and ODI series in Guyana and Trinidad but the Indians will miss the experience of Dhoni as well as all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who has been rested, and fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who will join the squad for the tour-ending Test matches.</p>

<p>The Tests in Antigua and Jamaica will have a special significance as they will mark the first round of matches for each side in the new World Test Championship.</p>

<p>Unlike the visitors, the West Indies went into the World Cup as one of the outsiders and despite a resounding victory over Pakistan to open their campaign, they slid down to ninth in the final standings amid much disaffection and rancour among their diehard supporters over the repeated manner in which they surrendered potential winning positions.</p>

<p>Their meeting with India at Old Trafford ended in a crushing 125-run defeat. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, with an eye on building towards the defence of their World T20 title in Australia in 15 months, they have welcomed back experienced franchise globetrotters in all-rounder Kieron Pollard and spinner Sunil Narine. Carlos Brathwaite is back as captain.</p>

<p>There is no Chris Gayle in Florida as he is hard at work in the Global T20 event in Canada. But the big-hitting opener has been selected for the ODI leg of the tour, perhaps as a final farewell in front of home fans. Already 39, he is hardly likely to feature in the next World Cup in India in 2023.</p>

<p>India will start favourites across all three formats although the West Indies are expected to be at their most competitive and explosive in the T20s.</p>


India head into their all-format tour of the West Indies this weekend with more on their mind than simply winning a couple of T20s. For Virat Kohli's side - and indeed for the West Indies - it is a chance to pick up the pieces after a disappointing one-day international (ODI) World Cup in England and put behind them the recent talk of splits in the camp.

India head into their all-format tour of the West Indies this weekend with more on their mind than simply winning a couple of T20s. For Virat Kohli's side - and indeed for the West Indies - it is a chance to pick up the pieces after a disappointing one-day international (ODI) World Cup in England and put behind them the recent talk of splits in the camp. Kohli's confidant Ravi Shastri is on borrowed time before the appointment of a new coach, former captain MS Dhoni has skipped the tour to do military service while Kohli this week has had to dismiss talk of a rift with prolific opening batsman Rohit Sharma. "It baffles you as a leader, as a coach, and as a team when lies are being floated around," Kohli told reporters this week. "And they are made to look believable. We have had no issues." India, unexpectedly beaten by New Zealand in the World Cup semi-final last month, are likely to find plenty of support during the first two T20s on Saturday and Sunday with expatriate Indians expected to outnumber West Indian fans at the delightful Central Broward Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida. Lauderhill, home of (USA) cricket The stadium hosted its first internationals back in 2010 when New Zealand played Sri Lanka in two T20s. West Indies and India played a T20 there three years ago and produced real fireworks, with KL Rahul smashing a century off 46 balls and Evin Lewis responding for the West Indies with a ton off 49 balls. The Indians won by just one run. Rahul will be hoping to replicate that form in Lauderhill and the third T20 and ODI series in Guyana and Trinidad but the Indians will miss the experience of Dhoni as well as all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who has been rested, and fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who will join the squad for the tour-ending Test matches. The Tests in Antigua and Jamaica will have a special significance as they will mark the first round of matches for each side in the new World Test Championship. Unlike the visitors, the West Indies went into the World Cup as one of the outsiders and despite a resounding victory over Pakistan to open their campaign, they slid down to ninth in the final standings amid much disaffection and rancour among their diehard supporters over the repeated manner in which they surrendered potential winning positions. Their meeting with India at Old Trafford ended in a crushing 125-run defeat. Now, with an eye on building towards the defence of their World T20 title in Australia in 15 months, they have welcomed back experienced franchise globetrotters in all-rounder Kieron Pollard and spinner Sunil Narine. Carlos Brathwaite is back as captain. There is no Chris Gayle in Florida as he is hard at work in the Global T20 event in Canada. But the big-hitting opener has been selected for the ODI leg of the tour, perhaps as a final farewell in front of home fans. Already 39, he is hardly likely to feature in the next World Cup in India in 2023. India will start favourites across all three formats although the West Indies are expected to be at their most competitive and explosive in the T20s.

India-West Indies series: Virat Kohli-led Team India begin the tour with Florida T20Is

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/no-pre-departure-press-conference-by-indian-team-ahead-of-west-indies-tour-238984">Indian skipper Virat Kohli</a> on Monday said that will be very happy if <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-invites-applications-for-mens-head-coach-to-replace-ravi-shastri-236389">Ravi Shastri continues to be team head coach</a>.</p>

<p>"The Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) hasn't contacted me yet. If they want my opinion, I'll go and speak to them. With Ravi Bhai, we share a great camaraderie, and will definitely be very happy if he continues. But I haven't been contacted so far," Kohli told reporters before leaving for West Indies.</p>

<p>The Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) has invited applications for the position of the head coach for the men's cricket team, which has been held by foreign coaches in 15 out of the last 17 years.</p>

<p>In a statement, the BCCI said it was inviting applications for the positions of head coach, batting coach, bowling coach, fielding coach, physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach as well as an administrative manager.</p>

<p>Former India all-rounder Shastri was appointed in 2017 and succeeded former captain Anil Kumble, who stepped down after a falling out with skipper Virat Kohli despite a successful run while in charge of the team.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/after-shastri-who-foreign-coaches-who-can-help-power-indias-world-cup-dream-in-2023-236472#ravi-shastris-term-ends-236388">Also see:&nbsp;After Shastri who? Foreign coaches who can help power India's World Cup dream in 2023</a></p>

<p>Under Shastri's guidance, India won a maiden Test series in Australia earlier this year and are ranked number one in the world in the format.</p>

<p>The contract of the current coaching staff is set to expire after the tour of the West Indies starting August 3, where India play three T20 internationals, three ODIs and two Tests.</p>

<p>The deadline for the applications end on July 30.</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Monday said that will be very happy if Ravi Shastri continues to be team head coach. "The Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) hasn't contacted me yet.

Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Monday said that will be very happy if Ravi Shastri continues to be team head coach. "The Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) hasn't contacted me yet. If they want my opinion, I'll go and speak to them. With Ravi Bhai, we share a great camaraderie, and will definitely be very happy if he continues. But I haven't been contacted so far," Kohli told reporters before leaving for West Indies. The Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) has invited applications for the position of the head coach for the men's cricket team, which has been held by foreign coaches in 15 out of the last 17 years. In a statement, the BCCI said it was inviting applications for the positions of head coach, batting coach, bowling coach, fielding coach, physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach as well as an administrative manager. Former India all-rounder Shastri was appointed in 2017 and succeeded former captain Anil Kumble, who stepped down after a falling out with skipper Virat Kohli despite a successful run while in charge of the team. Also see: After Shastri who? Foreign coaches who can help power India's World Cup dream in 2023 Under Shastri's guidance, India won a maiden Test series in Australia earlier this year and are ranked number one in the world in the format. The contract of the current coaching staff is set to expire after the tour of the West Indies starting August 3, where India play three T20 internationals, three ODIs and two Tests. The deadline for the applications end on July 30.

Will be happy to have Ravi bhai as coach, will tell CAC: Virat Kohli

<p>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that Indian skipper Virat Kohli will&nbsp;address the media ahead of team's West Indies tour, which is scheduled to start from August 3 in USA and&nbsp;West Indies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This will be&nbsp;India's first assignment after the recently concluded Cricket World Cup in England and Wales, where India were knocked out of the tournament after losing to New Zealand in the semi-final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The T20Is will open the tour in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, BCCI source had told ANI that there will be no pre-departure press conference.</p>

<p>"There will be no pre-departure press conference by the Indian team leaving for the West Indies. There is no window for a press conference ahead of the departure. We tried but it was not possible," a BCCI source had told ANI.</p>

<p><strong>Here's all the squads:</strong></p>

<p><strong>India's squad for 3 ODIs against WI:</strong>&nbsp;Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kedar Jadhav, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Navdeep Saini</p>

<p><strong>India's squad for 3 T20Is against WI:</strong>&nbsp;Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (WK), Krunal Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Rahul Chahar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Deepak Chahar, Navdeep Saini</p>

<p><strong>India's squad for 2 Tests against WI:</strong>&nbsp;Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (VC), Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, C Pujara, Hanuma Vihari, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant (WK) Wriddhiman Saha (WK), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav</p>

<p>Virat-led team will be leaving on Monday for the series.&nbsp;</p>


The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that Indian skipper Virat Kohli will address the media ahead of team's West Indies tour, which is scheduled to start from August 3 in USA and West Indies.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that Indian skipper Virat Kohli will address the media ahead of team's West Indies tour, which is scheduled to start from August 3 in USA and West Indies. This will be India's first assignment after the recently concluded Cricket World Cup in England and Wales, where India were knocked out of the tournament after losing to New Zealand in the semi-final. The T20Is will open the tour in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3. Earlier, BCCI source had told ANI that there will be no pre-departure press conference. "There will be no pre-departure press conference by the Indian team leaving for the West Indies. There is no window for a press conference ahead of the departure. We tried but it was not possible," a BCCI source had told ANI. Here's all the squads: India's squad for 3 ODIs against WI: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kedar Jadhav, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Navdeep Saini India's squad for 3 T20Is against WI: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (WK), Krunal Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Rahul Chahar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Deepak Chahar, Navdeep Saini India's squad for 2 Tests against WI: Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (VC), Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, C Pujara, Hanuma Vihari, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant (WK) Wriddhiman Saha (WK), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav Virat-led team will be leaving on Monday for the series.

Virat Kohli to do pre-departure press conference ahead of West Indies tour

<p>India's tour of West Indies is set to start from August 3 but Virat Kohli-led team will not address any pre-departure press conference reported news agency ANI quoting a BCCI source. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The T20Is will open the tour in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There will be no pre-departure press conference by the Indian team leaving for the West Indies,"&nbsp;a BCCI source told ANI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The source further added, "There is no window for a press conference ahead of the departure. We tried but it was not possible."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-intervenes-after-us-embassy-rejects-mohammad-shamis-visa-238803">BCCI intervenes after US embassy rejects Mohammad Shami's visa application</a></strong></p>

<p>This is India's first assignment after the recently concluded Cricket World Cup in England and Wales, where India were knocked out of the tournament after losing to New Zealand in the semi-final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The current coaching staff, including head coach Ravi Shastri, was given a contract extension for the upcoming West Indies tour and India's home series against South Africa.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here's all the squads:</strong></p>

<p><strong>India's squad for 3 ODIs against WI:</strong> Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kedar Jadhav, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Navdeep Saini</p>

<p><strong>India's squad for 3 T20Is against WI:</strong> Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (WK), Krunal Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Rahul Chahar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Deepak Chahar, Navdeep Saini</p>

<p><strong>India's squad for 2 Tests against WI:</strong> Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (VC), Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, C Pujara, Hanuma Vihari, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant (WK) Wriddhiman Saha (WK), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav</p>


India's tour of West Indies is set to start from August 3 but Virat Kohli-led team will not address any pre-departure press conference reported news agency ANI quoting a BCCI source.

India's tour of West Indies is set to start from August 3 but Virat Kohli-led team will not address any pre-departure press conference reported news agency ANI quoting a BCCI source. The T20Is will open the tour in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3. "There will be no pre-departure press conference by the Indian team leaving for the West Indies," a BCCI source told ANI. The source further added, "There is no window for a press conference ahead of the departure. We tried but it was not possible." Also Read: BCCI intervenes after US embassy rejects Mohammad Shami's visa application This is India's first assignment after the recently concluded Cricket World Cup in England and Wales, where India were knocked out of the tournament after losing to New Zealand in the semi-final. The current coaching staff, including head coach Ravi Shastri, was given a contract extension for the upcoming West Indies tour and India's home series against South Africa. Here's all the squads: India's squad for 3 ODIs against WI: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kedar Jadhav, Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Navdeep Saini India's squad for 3 T20Is against WI: Virat Kohli (Captain), Rohit Sharma (VC), Dhawan, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant (WK), Krunal Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Rahul Chahar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Deepak Chahar, Navdeep Saini India's squad for 2 Tests against WI: Virat Kohli (Captain), Ajinkya Rahane (VC), Mayank Agarwal, KL Rahul, C Pujara, Hanuma Vihari, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant (WK) Wriddhiman Saha (WK), R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav

No pre-departure press conference by Indian team ahead of West Indies tour

<p>Virat Kohli, the captain of the Indian cricket team praised India's sensational sprinter Hima Das after she grabbed five gold medals in a span of 20 days. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat took to Twitter to laud the "golden girl". He wrote, "Phenomenal achievement by our golden girl @Himadas8."</p>

<p>"You are certainly making us proud. Hats off to your spirit. Wish you continued success," Kohli added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's star sprinter Hima Das won an elusive gold medal in the 400m race with her season-best timing as she clocked the timing of 52.09 seconds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Her personal best timing is 50.79 seconds, recorded at the 2018 Asian Games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from Virat,&nbsp;former India batsman Sachin Tendulkar too appreciated Hima's fabulous feat. He tweeted, "Loving the way you have been running in the European circuit over the last 19 days."</p>

<p>"Your hunger to win and perseverance is an inspiration for the youth. Congrats on your 5 Medals! All the best for the future races, @HimaDas8," Sachin&nbsp;added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Young wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant&nbsp;also&nbsp;congratulated Das on&nbsp;her achievement, he tweeted,&nbsp;"You are an absolute inspiration @HimaDas8&nbsp;The golden girl of India salaam boss."</p>

<p>Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif hailed Das'&nbsp;performance. "5 golds in 19 days and I am sure 5 of the many more to come. What a Champion is @HimaDas8. Making India Proud!," Kaif tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On July 2, Hima&nbsp;won her first gold medal of the year at the Poznan Athletics Grand Prix.&nbsp;After that, on July 8 at the Kutno Athletics Meet, Hima won her second 200m gold medal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On July 13 at the Kladno Athletics Meet, Hima bagged her third 200m gold medal.&nbsp;She won the fourth medal gold at 200m in Tabor Athletic Meet on July 17.&nbsp;</p>


Virat Kohli, the captain of the Indian cricket team praised India's sensational sprinter Hima Das after she grabbed five gold medals in a span of 20 days. Virat took to Twitter to laud the "golden girl".

Virat Kohli, the captain of the Indian cricket team praised India's sensational sprinter Hima Das after she grabbed five gold medals in a span of 20 days. Virat took to Twitter to laud the "golden girl". He wrote, "Phenomenal achievement by our golden girl @Himadas8." "You are certainly making us proud. Hats off to your spirit. Wish you continued success," Kohli added. India's star sprinter Hima Das won an elusive gold medal in the 400m race with her season-best timing as she clocked the timing of 52.09 seconds. Her personal best timing is 50.79 seconds, recorded at the 2018 Asian Games. Apart from Virat, former India batsman Sachin Tendulkar too appreciated Hima's fabulous feat. He tweeted, "Loving the way you have been running in the European circuit over the last 19 days." "Your hunger to win and perseverance is an inspiration for the youth. Congrats on your 5 Medals! All the best for the future races, @HimaDas8," Sachin added. Young wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant also congratulated Das on her achievement, he tweeted, "You are an absolute inspiration @HimaDas8 The golden girl of India salaam boss." Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif hailed Das' performance. "5 golds in 19 days and I am sure 5 of the many more to come. What a Champion is @HimaDas8. Making India Proud!," Kaif tweeted. Phenomenal achievement by our golden girl @Himadas8. You are certainly making us proud. Hats off to your spirit. Wish you continued success. 🇮🇳 #HimaDas — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 22, 2019 × Loving the way you have been running in the European circuit over the last 19 days. Your hunger to win and perseverance is an inspiration for the youth. Congrats on your 5 🥇 Medals! All the best for the future races, @HimaDas8. pic.twitter.com/kaVdsB1AjZ — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 21, 2019 × On July 2, Hima won her first gold medal of the year at the Poznan Athletics Grand Prix. After that, on July 8 at the Kutno Athletics Meet, Hima won her second 200m gold medal. On July 13 at the Kladno Athletics Meet, Hima bagged her third 200m gold medal. She won the fourth medal gold at 200m in Tabor Athletic Meet on July 17.

Virat Kohli lauds 'phenomenal' Hima Das for winning five gold medals

Virat Kohli vs Rohit Sharma in West Indies: Who has the better record?

<p>The Indian squad for the upcoming tour of West Indies is likely to be announced on July 19 or 20, a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-invites-applications-for-mens-head-coach-to-replace-ravi-shastri-236389">BCCI </a>source confirmed on Wednesday.</p>

<p>There have been speculations regarding MS Dhoni's availability for the tour and clearing the air, the BCCI source said that there has been no meeting with the wicket-keeper batsman yet.</p>

<p>The source added that a meeting will be held with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-umpiring-error-haunts-india-as-ms-dhoni-lost-his-wicket-on-no-ball-234892">Dhoni </a>before deciding the future course of action.</p>

<p>"No meeting has taken place with Dhoni yet regarding the West Indies tour. There will be a meeting with Dhoni first and after that things will become clear regarding his availability. The team selection is either on July 19th or 20th," a BCCI source told ANI.</p>

<p>Dhoni had received a lot of criticism for his slow strike rate during the recently concluded Cricket World Cup.</p>

<p>The 38-year-old scored 273 runs in the tournament, but he was regularly criticised for slow strike-rate.</p>

<p>Dhoni faced criticism for, what critics said, his baffling approach during the team's run-chase against England.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-failed-to-deliver-when-it-mattered-says-rohit-sharma-after-world-cup-semi-final-loss-235219">In the semi-final</a>, he scored 50 runs but as soon as he was run-out, India's hopes of reaching the finals dashed.</p>

<p>Earlier, it was reported that Indian skipper Virat Kohli and pacer Jasprit Bumrah will most likely be rested for the ODI and T20 series against West Indies, starting from August 3.</p>

<p>A Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) source had told ANI that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/forty-five-minutes-of-bad-cricket-put-us-out-says-kohli-after-indias-shock-exit-234767">Kohli </a>and Bumrah are likely to be on rest for the ODI and T20 series against West Indies.</p>

<p>Both the players will be joining the team prior to the Test series.</p>

<p>India will play their first Test match from August 22 to 27.</p>

<p>India will start their Windies tour from August 3 and play three T20's, three ODI's and two Test matches.</p>


The Indian squad for the upcoming tour of West Indies is likely to be announced on July 19 or 20, a BCCI source confirmed on Wednesday. There have been speculations regarding MS Dhoni's availability for the tour and clearing the air, the BCCI source said that there has been no meeting with the wicket-keeper batsman yet.

The Indian squad for the upcoming tour of West Indies is likely to be announced on July 19 or 20, a BCCI source confirmed on Wednesday. There have been speculations regarding MS Dhoni's availability for the tour and clearing the air, the BCCI source said that there has been no meeting with the wicket-keeper batsman yet. The source added that a meeting will be held with Dhoni before deciding the future course of action. "No meeting has taken place with Dhoni yet regarding the West Indies tour. There will be a meeting with Dhoni first and after that things will become clear regarding his availability. The team selection is either on July 19th or 20th," a BCCI source told ANI. Dhoni had received a lot of criticism for his slow strike rate during the recently concluded Cricket World Cup. The 38-year-old scored 273 runs in the tournament, but he was regularly criticised for slow strike-rate. Dhoni faced criticism for, what critics said, his baffling approach during the team's run-chase against England. In the semi-final, he scored 50 runs but as soon as he was run-out, India's hopes of reaching the finals dashed. Earlier, it was reported that Indian skipper Virat Kohli and pacer Jasprit Bumrah will most likely be rested for the ODI and T20 series against West Indies, starting from August 3. A Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) source had told ANI that Kohli and Bumrah are likely to be on rest for the ODI and T20 series against West Indies. Both the players will be joining the team prior to the Test series. India will play their first Test match from August 22 to 27. India will start their Windies tour from August 3 and play three T20's, three ODI's and two Test matches.

MS Dhoni's fate hangs in balance ahead India's squad announcement for West Indies

<p>Till a few years back, actresses marrying at the peak of their careers was considered suicidal. But with a new crop of stars like Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone, Sonam Kapoor tying the knot at the peak of their career, the myth seems to have been broken.&nbsp;<br />
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In an interview with a film magazine, Anushka questioned why women need to worry about their careers while getting married while men never do. The actress opened up about getting married at 29 to cricketer Virat Kohli and said, "Our audience is way more evolved than our industry is. Audiences are just interested in seeing actors on screen. They don’t care about your personal lives, whether you’re married or whether you’re a mother. We need to get out of this headspace. I got married at 29, supposedly young for an actress. But I did it because I was in love. And I am in love. Marriage was a natural progression,” she said.&nbsp;<br />
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The actress tied the knot with the cricketer in November 2017 in a secret ceremony in Italy. &nbsp;<br />
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Anushka added that Virat's honesty drew her closer to him. "His honesty is something I deeply value. I’m an honest person and have suffered on account of that. He’s brutally honest too. I’m so happy that I met someone like him because we both lead our lives with complete honesty. It’s so transparent and clean. I have a life partner with whom nothing is pretentious. Everything is real. Also, the fact that we both support each other. He’s someone, who’s constantly trying to get better professionally and as an individual. I’m also like that. We don’t take ourselves so seriously. We’re similar as people. That’s why we get along," the actress revealed.&nbsp;<br />
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Ever since their wedding, the couple has been quite active on social media in terms of sharing photos of each other.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On the work front, Anushka has not announced any new film since her last release 'Zero' in December 2018. The actress though will be producing few series on two prominent OTT platforms.&nbsp;</p>


Till a few years back, actresses marrying at the peak of their careers was considered suicidal. But with a new crop of stars like Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone, Sonam Kapoor tying the knot at the peak of their career, the myth seems to have been broken.

Till a few years back, actresses marrying at the peak of their careers was considered suicidal. But with a new crop of stars like Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone, Sonam Kapoor tying the knot at the peak of their career, the myth seems to have been broken. In an interview with a film magazine, Anushka questioned why women need to worry about their careers while getting married while men never do. The actress opened up about getting married at 29 to cricketer Virat Kohli and said, "Our audience is way more evolved than our industry is. Audiences are just interested in seeing actors on screen. They don’t care about your personal lives, whether you’re married or whether you’re a mother. We need to get out of this headspace. I got married at 29, supposedly young for an actress. But I did it because I was in love. And I am in love. Marriage was a natural progression,” she said. The actress tied the knot with the cricketer in November 2017 in a secret ceremony in Italy. Anushka added that Virat's honesty drew her closer to him. "His honesty is something I deeply value. I’m an honest person and have suffered on account of that. He’s brutally honest too. I’m so happy that I met someone like him because we both lead our lives with complete honesty. It’s so transparent and clean. I have a life partner with whom nothing is pretentious. Everything is real. Also, the fact that we both support each other. He’s someone, who’s constantly trying to get better professionally and as an individual. I’m also like that. We don’t take ourselves so seriously. We’re similar as people. That’s why we get along," the actress revealed. Ever since their wedding, the couple has been quite active on social media in terms of sharing photos of each other. View this post on Instagram Mr and Mrs 💑❤ A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) on Jul 3, 2019 at 10:37am PDT × View this post on Instagram Days like these ❤️🥰 A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on Jan 13, 2019 at 4:22am PST × On the work front, Anushka has not announced any new film since her last release 'Zero' in December 2018. The actress though will be producing few series on two prominent OTT platforms.

Anushka Sharma on marrying Virat Kohli at 29: Did it because I was in love

<p>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday invited applications for the position of the head coach and support staff for the men's side, with incumbent <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-shastri-sanjay-bangar-among-other-support-staff-granted-45-day-contract-extension-226789&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjpifPDmbnjAhUkT48KHZ7jCXIQFjABegQIAhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0OicwQA8cLnpKjsTEhfULf">Ravi Shastri and his team</a> given automatic entry in the recruitment process.</p>

<p>Former India all-rounder Shastri was appointed in 2017 and succeeded former captain Anil Kumble, who stepped down after falling out with skipper Virat Kohli despite a successful run while in charge of the team.</p>

<p>The contract of the current coaching staff is set to expire after the tour of the West Indies starting August&nbsp;3, where India play three T20 internationals, three ODIs and two tests.</p>

<p>In a statement, the BCCI said it was inviting applications for the positions of head coach, batting coach, bowling coach, fielding coach, physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach as well as an administrative manager.</p>

<p>Under Shastri's guidance, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/coa-to-review-indias-world-cup-performance-after-shocking-semi-final-exit-235347">India </a>won a maiden test series in Australia earlier this year and are ranked number one in the world in the format.</p>

<p>They also reached the semi-finals of the 50-over World Cup where they were beaten by eventual runners-up New Zealand.</p>


The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday invited applications for the position of the head coach and support staff for the men's side, with incumbent Ravi Shastri and his team given automatic entry in the recruitment process.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday invited applications for the position of the head coach and support staff for the men's side, with incumbent Ravi Shastri and his team given automatic entry in the recruitment process. Former India all-rounder Shastri was appointed in 2017 and succeeded former captain Anil Kumble, who stepped down after falling out with skipper Virat Kohli despite a successful run while in charge of the team. The contract of the current coaching staff is set to expire after the tour of the West Indies starting August 3, where India play three T20 internationals, three ODIs and two tests. In a statement, the BCCI said it was inviting applications for the positions of head coach, batting coach, bowling coach, fielding coach, physiotherapist, strength and conditioning coach as well as an administrative manager. Under Shastri's guidance, India won a maiden test series in Australia earlier this year and are ranked number one in the world in the format. They also reached the semi-finals of the 50-over World Cup where they were beaten by eventual runners-up New Zealand.

Post World Cup, BCCI invites applications for men's head coach to replace Ravi Shastri

<p>The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) will be reviewing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-failed-to-deliver-when-it-mattered-says-rohit-sharma-after-world-cup-semi-final-loss-235219">India's performance</a> at&nbsp;the&nbsp;ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, a BCCI source confirmed on Friday.</p>

<p>"Team India's performance in the World Cup will be assessed and reviewed at an appropriate time," a BCCI source told ANI.</p>

<p>The CoA committee is led by chairman Vinod Rai, Diana Edulji and Lt Gen (Retd) Ravi Thodge.</p>

<p>Earlier, it was announced that the support staff comprising of head coach Ravi Shastri, batting coach Sanjay Bangar, bowling coach Bharat Arun have given an extension of 45 days (till the West Indies tour).</p>

<p>When the tour of West Indies ends, the future of the support staff will be found out.</p>

<p>India were knocked out of the World Cup as they lost their semi-final match against New Zealand by 18 runs on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/forty-five-minutes-of-bad-cricket-put-us-out-says-kohli-after-indias-shock-exit-234767">Virat-Kohli</a> led side failed to chase down 240.</p>

<p>The Indian team had gotten off to a bad start in pursuit of the target as their opening three batsmen were sent to the pavilion with just five runs on the board.</p>

<p>Ravindra Jadeja and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/angry-indian-fans-fume-over-iccs-hasta-la-vista-tweet-on-ms-dhoni-235304">MS Dhoni</a> tried their best to revive the innings, but their dismissals paved the way for a Kiwi win.</p>

<p>Jadeja was dismissed for 77 whereas Dhoni was sent back to the pavilion after playing a knock of 50 runs.</p>

<p>In the other semi-final, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-thrash-australia-by-eight-wickets-to-reach-world-cup-final-235127">England defeated Australia</a> by eight wickets to enter the finals.</p>

<p>With England and New Zealand set to lock horns in the finals, a new World Cup winner is guaranteed as these two sides have never won the tournament before.</p>

<p>England takes on New Zealand in the final on July 14 at Lord`s Cricket Ground.</p>


The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) will be reviewing India's performance at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, a BCCI source confirmed on Friday.

The Supreme Court-appointed Committee of Administrators (CoA) will be reviewing India's performance at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, a BCCI source confirmed on Friday. "Team India's performance in the World Cup will be assessed and reviewed at an appropriate time," a BCCI source told ANI. The CoA committee is led by chairman Vinod Rai, Diana Edulji and Lt Gen (Retd) Ravi Thodge. Earlier, it was announced that the support staff comprising of head coach Ravi Shastri, batting coach Sanjay Bangar, bowling coach Bharat Arun have given an extension of 45 days (till the West Indies tour). When the tour of West Indies ends, the future of the support staff will be found out. India were knocked out of the World Cup as they lost their semi-final match against New Zealand by 18 runs on Wednesday. The Virat-Kohli led side failed to chase down 240. The Indian team had gotten off to a bad start in pursuit of the target as their opening three batsmen were sent to the pavilion with just five runs on the board. Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni tried their best to revive the innings, but their dismissals paved the way for a Kiwi win. Jadeja was dismissed for 77 whereas Dhoni was sent back to the pavilion after playing a knock of 50 runs. In the other semi-final, England defeated Australia by eight wickets to enter the finals. With England and New Zealand set to lock horns in the finals, a new World Cup winner is guaranteed as these two sides have never won the tournament before. England takes on New Zealand in the final on July 14 at Lord`s Cricket Ground.

CoA to review India's World Cup performance after shocking semi-final exit

<p>New Zealand's thrilling semi-final victory over Cricket World Cup favourites India ranks as one of their best ever limited-overs performances, former skipper Daniel Vettori has said.</p>

<p>Kane Williamson's side sealed an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/williamson-hails-brilliant-new-zealand-after-world-cup-stunner-234775">18-run victory</a> and advanced to Sunday's title clash at Lord's, where they face Australia or hosts England, with several media outlets calling the shock win the "Miracle in Manchester."</p>

<p>Vettori, who guided New Zealand to the 2011 semi-finals, heaped praise on pace bowlers Trent Boult and Matt Henry after they dismissed India's top three of KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma and skipper <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/forty-five-minutes-of-bad-cricket-put-us-out-says-kohli-after-indias-shock-exit-234767">Virat Kohli</a> for one run each.</p>

<p>"To bowl as outstandingly as they did in a high-pressure game makes victory over India one of New Zealand's best ever one-day performances," Vettori wrote in his column for the International Cricket Council.</p>

<p>"Trent Boult and Matt Henry's opening spell was one of the best you'll see, and to dismiss three incredibly talented India batsman to have them five for three takes something special.''</p>

<p>"A semi-final adds so much pressure, so when you're able to deliver under that type of strain -&nbsp;it's something else... they bowled impeccably... and that pressure tells on the batsmen, so they really earned the wickets," Vettori said.</p>

<p>Boult and Henry shared five wickets while spinner Mitchell Santner claimed two in a tight display to snuff out India's hopes.</p>

<p>The victory sent 2015 runners-up <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-stun-india-by-18-runs-to-reach-world-cup-final-234755">New Zealand</a> to their second consecutive World Cup final and Vettori said they would be full of confidence.</p>

<p>"As a New Zealand fan you would be hopeful of them doing it again in the final," Vettori added.</p>

<p>"But whatever happens it's going to be a great occasion, and the Black Caps can go into that game with a lot of confidence behind them," added Vettori.</p>


New Zealand's thrilling semi-final victory over Cricket World Cup favourites India ranks as one of their best ever limited-overs performances, former skipper Daniel Vettori has said.

New Zealand's thrilling semi-final victory over Cricket World Cup favourites India ranks as one of their best ever limited-overs performances, former skipper Daniel Vettori has said. Kane Williamson's side sealed an 18-run victory and advanced to Sunday's title clash at Lord's, where they face Australia or hosts England, with several media outlets calling the shock win the "Miracle in Manchester." Vettori, who guided New Zealand to the 2011 semi-finals, heaped praise on pace bowlers Trent Boult and Matt Henry after they dismissed India's top three of KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma and skipper Virat Kohli for one run each. "To bowl as outstandingly as they did in a high-pressure game makes victory over India one of New Zealand's best ever one-day performances," Vettori wrote in his column for the International Cricket Council. "Trent Boult and Matt Henry's opening spell was one of the best you'll see, and to dismiss three incredibly talented India batsman to have them five for three takes something special.'' "A semi-final adds so much pressure, so when you're able to deliver under that type of strain - it's something else... they bowled impeccably... and that pressure tells on the batsmen, so they really earned the wickets," Vettori said. Boult and Henry shared five wickets while spinner Mitchell Santner claimed two in a tight display to snuff out India's hopes. The victory sent 2015 runners-up New Zealand to their second consecutive World Cup final and Vettori said they would be full of confidence. "As a New Zealand fan you would be hopeful of them doing it again in the final," Vettori added. "But whatever happens it's going to be a great occasion, and the Black Caps can go into that game with a lot of confidence behind them," added Vettori.

World Cup: Vettori hopes New Zealand can build on 'best ever' one-day display

Major takeaways from New Zealand's 18-run win over India in World Cup semi-final

<p>Team India`s journey in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup came to an end on Wednesday as<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-stun-india-by-18-runs-to-reach-world-cup-final-234755"> New Zealand defeated the Indian cricket team </a>in the semi-finals of the tournament. The loss naturally shattered dreams of millions of Indian fans.</p>

<p>The match, which went on for two days due to rain on the first day, left a lot of Bollywood celebrities disappointed as well.&nbsp;<br />
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Even after a shaky start, Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni`s partnership got the team close to the score, but they still couldn`t make it.While people are still reeling over India`s loss in the tournament, Bollywood celebrities took to Twitter to express their disappointment after India missed their chance to lift the World Cup trophy.<br />
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Anupam Kher, Aamir Khan, Karan Johar, Ayushmann Khurrana, Riteish Deshmukh, Rishi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Arjun Rampal, Randeep Hooda, Sonakshi Sinha, Huma Qureshi, and Boman Irani, among many others, hailed team India for putting up a good fight against the Kiwis.<br />
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Aamir took to the micro-blogging site and wrote for him India "had already won the world cup when we qualified for the semis.Hard luck Virat. Just wasn`t our day today. For me, India had already won the world cup when we qualified for the semis at the top of the list as the no 1 team. Well played guys, throughout the tournament. I just wish it hadn`t rained yesterday... the result might have been different. But well done. Proud of our team. Love. A,"&nbsp;<br />
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<p>Anupam shared a picture of the Indian cricket team and thanked the players for their efforts. He also said that the team binds everyone together and brings out "the Indian in us."<br />
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"Thank you Indian Cricket Team for your game &amp; your efforts. You played very well. You bind us together. You bring out the Indian in us. In fact You bring out the tricolour in us. You will always be our Heroes. We love you," he tweeted.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianCricketTeam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianCricketTeam</a> for your game &amp; your efforts. You played very well. You bind us together. You bring out the Indian in us. In fact You bring out the tricolour in us. You will always be our Heroes. We love you. 🙏😍🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/ArwdoroPmF">pic.twitter.com/ArwdoroPmF</a></p>
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<p>KJo appreciated the Indian cricket team`s efforts and said we should applaud them for their "incredible journey" and not "just focus on the destination."<br />
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"I hate to sound like an old school uncle (trollers will say aunt but it`s not about me) whn I say "nazar lag gayee.." the boys fought valiantly and had a great run! We must applaud their incredible journey..not just focus on the destination! #ICCCWC2019 @imVkohli and team INDIA," he wrote.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I hate to sound like an old school uncle( trollers will say aunt but it’s not about me) whn I say ..”nazar lag gayee..”the boys fought valiantly and had a great run! We must applaud their incredible journey..not just focus on the destination! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ICCCWC2019?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ICCCWC2019</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> and team INDIA</p>
— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) <a href="https://twitter.com/karanjohar/status/1148974189396684800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>Ayushmann too hailed India`s performance and said it was a "rare bad day in office."</p>

<p>"Team India! We are proud of you. It was a rare bad day in office. Chin up. Well played. Well fought. #INDvNZ," he tweeted.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Team India! 🇮🇳 We are proud of you. It was a rare bad day in office. Chin up. Well played. Well fought. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvNZ</a></p>
— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) <a href="https://twitter.com/ayushmannk/status/1148970907169435648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>Riteish took to Twitter and applauded Dhoni and Jadeja for giving a tough fight to the Kiwis. He also congratulated New Zealand on their win."You are a true legend of the game @msdhoni, @imjadeja what a brilliant knock !!!! Sad that we a lost today but proud of our Indian Team - &amp; many congratulations to team New Zealand on their win," he tweeted.</p>

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— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) <a href="https://twitter.com/Riteishd/status/1148963314082304001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>Rishi hailed both the teams and wrote, "Well played New Zealand, well played India! Underdogs did it."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Well played New Zealand, well played India! Underdogs did it.</p>
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<p>Sonakshi took to the micro-blogging site and hailed the boys for "playing well."She wrote, "Love and respect to our indian cricket team ALWAYS! in wins and in losses, we are with you well played boys."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Love and respect to our indian cricket team ALWAYS! in wins and in losses, we are with you 🇮🇳 well played boys!</p>
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<p>Randeep`s tweet was the most relatable one by far as he shared how he felt after Dhoni was run out."Hard luck team india .. played a very spirited game through the tournament the wicket of Dhoni and his walk back just broke my heart #INDvsNZ proud nonetheless," he tweeted.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Hard luck team india .. played a very spirited game through the tournament 👏🏽👏🏽 the wicket of Dhoni and his walk back just broke my heart <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsNZ</a> proud nonetheless 💪🏽 <a href="https://t.co/iGCPhIhLEU">pic.twitter.com/iGCPhIhLEU</a></p>
— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) <a href="https://twitter.com/RandeepHooda/status/1148971130192973824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>Huma praised Dhoni and Jadeja for putting up a fight.</p>

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<p>Boman Irani tweeted, "As these thumbs sadly type the unthinkable, its only fair to applaud New Zealand for this outstanding effort. They read it better they worked it better. Thank you, India for the pride and cheers throughout. Including this fight back."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">As these thumbs sadly type the unthinkable, its only fair to applaud New Zealand for this outstanding effort👏👏👏. They read it better they worked it better.<br />
Thank you India for the pride and cheers throughout. Including this fight back. 🙏🙏.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsNZ?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsNZ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cwc2019?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#cwc2019</a></p>
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— Varun Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Varun_dvn/status/1148963568026640384?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>New Zealand ended India`s campaign at the World Cup as they defeated the Men in Blue by 18 runs.&nbsp;<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-really-proud-how-we-competed-says-virat-kohli-after-losing-to-new-zealand-234766">India got off to a horrendous start </a>while chasing a moderate target of 240 on the reserve day.&nbsp;<br />
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Team India`s journey in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup came to an end on Wednesday as New Zealand defeated the Indian cricket team in the semi-finals of the tournament.

Team India`s journey in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup came to an end on Wednesday as New Zealand defeated the Indian cricket team in the semi-finals of the tournament. The loss naturally shattered dreams of millions of Indian fans. The match, which went on for two days due to rain on the first day, left a lot of Bollywood celebrities disappointed as well. Even after a shaky start, Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni`s partnership got the team close to the score, but they still couldn`t make it.While people are still reeling over India`s loss in the tournament, Bollywood celebrities took to Twitter to express their disappointment after India missed their chance to lift the World Cup trophy. Anupam Kher, Aamir Khan, Karan Johar, Ayushmann Khurrana, Riteish Deshmukh, Rishi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Arjun Rampal, Randeep Hooda, Sonakshi Sinha, Huma Qureshi, and Boman Irani, among many others, hailed team India for putting up a good fight against the Kiwis. Aamir took to the micro-blogging site and wrote for him India "had already won the world cup when we qualified for the semis.Hard luck Virat. Just wasn`t our day today. For me, India had already won the world cup when we qualified for the semis at the top of the list as the no 1 team. Well played guys, throughout the tournament. I just wish it hadn`t rained yesterday... the result might have been different. But well done. Proud of our team. Love. A," he wrote. .@imVkohli @BCCI #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/a9mCqYKSGo — Aamir Khan (@aamir_khan) July 10, 2019 × Anupam shared a picture of the Indian cricket team and thanked the players for their efforts. He also said that the team binds everyone together and brings out "the Indian in us." "Thank you Indian Cricket Team for your game & your efforts. You played very well. You bind us together. You bring out the Indian in us. In fact You bring out the tricolour in us. You will always be our Heroes. We love you," he tweeted. Thank you #IndianCricketTeam for your game & your efforts. You played very well. You bind us together. You bring out the Indian in us. In fact You bring out the tricolour in us. You will always be our Heroes. We love you. 🙏😍🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/ArwdoroPmF — Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) July 10, 2019 × KJo appreciated the Indian cricket team`s efforts and said we should applaud them for their "incredible journey" and not "just focus on the destination." "I hate to sound like an old school uncle (trollers will say aunt but it`s not about me) whn I say "nazar lag gayee.." the boys fought valiantly and had a great run! We must applaud their incredible journey..not just focus on the destination! #ICCCWC2019 @imVkohli and team INDIA," he wrote. I hate to sound like an old school uncle( trollers will say aunt but it’s not about me) whn I say ..”nazar lag gayee..”the boys fought valiantly and had a great run! We must applaud their incredible journey..not just focus on the destination! #ICCCWC2019 @imVkohli and team INDIA — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) July 10, 2019 × Ayushmann too hailed India`s performance and said it was a "rare bad day in office." "Team India! We are proud of you. It was a rare bad day in office. Chin up. Well played. Well fought. #INDvNZ," he tweeted. Team India! 🇮🇳 We are proud of you. It was a rare bad day in office. Chin up. Well played. Well fought. #INDvNZ — Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) July 10, 2019 × Riteish took to Twitter and applauded Dhoni and Jadeja for giving a tough fight to the Kiwis. He also congratulated New Zealand on their win."You are a true legend of the game @msdhoni, @imjadeja what a brilliant knock !!!! Sad that we a lost today but proud of our Indian Team - & many congratulations to team New Zealand on their win," he tweeted. You are a true legend of the game @msdhoni, @imjadeja what a brilliant knock !!!! Sad that we a lost today but proud of our Indian Team - & many congratulations to team New Zealand on their win. — Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) July 10, 2019 × Rishi hailed both the teams and wrote, "Well played New Zealand, well played India! Underdogs did it." Well played New Zealand, well played India! Underdogs did it. — Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) July 10, 2019 × Sonakshi took to the micro-blogging site and hailed the boys for "playing well."She wrote, "Love and respect to our indian cricket team ALWAYS! in wins and in losses, we are with you well played boys." Love and respect to our indian cricket team ALWAYS! in wins and in losses, we are with you 🇮🇳 well played boys! — Baby Bedi (@sonakshisinha) July 10, 2019 × Randeep`s tweet was the most relatable one by far as he shared how he felt after Dhoni was run out."Hard luck team india .. played a very spirited game through the tournament the wicket of Dhoni and his walk back just broke my heart #INDvsNZ proud nonetheless," he tweeted. Hard luck team india .. played a very spirited game through the tournament 👏🏽👏🏽 the wicket of Dhoni and his walk back just broke my heart #INDvsNZ proud nonetheless 💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/iGCPhIhLEU — Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) July 10, 2019 × Huma praised Dhoni and Jadeja for putting up a fight. Well tried @imjadeja @msdhoni 😢😢 You guys really tried.. so close yet too far .. heart hurts abhi toh — Huma Qureshi (@humasqureshi) July 10, 2019 × Boman Irani tweeted, "As these thumbs sadly type the unthinkable, its only fair to applaud New Zealand for this outstanding effort. They read it better they worked it better. Thank you, India for the pride and cheers throughout. Including this fight back." As these thumbs sadly type the unthinkable, its only fair to applaud New Zealand for this outstanding effort👏👏👏. They read it better they worked it better. Thank you India for the pride and cheers throughout. Including this fight back. 🙏🙏.#INDvsNZ #cwc2019 — Boman Irani (@bomanirani) July 10, 2019 × Respect and thank you team india for giving us everything. #NZvsIND — Varun Dhawan (@Varun_dvn) July 10, 2019 × Loved supporting our #teamindia you guys played awesome cricket. Just not our day today. I can’t imagine how distraught you guys must be feeling. Thank you for all the wonderful matches you played. Gave us so much to cheer. Love my team. #TeamIndia — arjun rampal (@rampalarjun) July 10, 2019 × We win some, we lose some, but it’s all about the sport & the spirit of the game that unites us all! Well played #TeamIndia!!@BCCI #WorldCupSemiFinal @cricketworldcup @ICC #IndvsNZ pic.twitter.com/WMpVxJVGNO — Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) July 10, 2019 × New Zealand ended India`s campaign at the World Cup as they defeated the Men in Blue by 18 runs. India got off to a horrendous start while chasing a moderate target of 240 on the reserve day. The Kiwi bowlers rattled the top-order of India. Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni rebuilt the innings and added 116 runs. Trent Boult changed the match contours as he dismissed Jadeja. Towards the end when the onus was on Dhoni, Martin Guptill pulled off a close run out. India were bundled out on 221.

'We are proud of you, chin up': Bollywood celebrities react to team India's loss in Cricket World Cup

<p>West Indies legendary cricketer Chris Gayle, known for his power-hitting and dynamic attitude, spoke exclusively to Zee Business about his relationship with Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Indian fans.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gayle calls himself the "Universe Boss", a brash tag in keeping with his big-hitting exploits in the Indian Premier League (IPL).</p>

<p>He&nbsp;is one of the most popular and followed overseas players and has a huge fan base in India. From his giant sixes to off-field&nbsp;joshes, he never failed to entertain the fans. Gayle also credited the support he gets&nbsp;as&nbsp;"the number one support".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The southpaw was part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) from 2011 to 2017 and played some match-winning knocks for the Virat-led team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When Dirk Nannes was ruled out of the tournament, RCB named Gayle as his replacement, and he stayed there for almost six years. For RCB, Gayle played 85 matches and scored 3,163 runs.</p>

<p>"Kohli Kicked me out of RCB. So, the relationship is spoiled now (laughing)," Gayle gave a witty reply on being asked about his relationship with Indian skipper.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gayle further spoke about the time he spent with the RCB team, "It's been good, some great moments playing together for RCB. I got to know him over the years."</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Chris Gayle on his career, India connect and Virat Kohli</strong></p>

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<p>"He (Kohli) is a passionate guy, you know, he has achieved so much. He is looking to be one of the greatest players of all time for India. His records speak for himself. He has a fantastic record," Gayle added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There are so many things to like about India. First of all, hospitality. It's fantastic. The food is fantastic, this is the number one support base as well. Fans are always chanting Chris Gayle," Gayle said on his huge fan following in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tell-me-if-i-wasnt-the-greatest-entertainer-says-chris-gayle-post-world-cup-blues-235022">'Tell me if I wasn't the greatest entertainer,' says Chris Gayle post World Cup blues</a></strong></p>

<p>"There is one particular moment: When I was playing in the T20 World Cup, something happened and I couldn't open the batting. The crowd was chanting 'we want Gayle'. That was one very touching moment for me. It gave me goosebumps to hear fans chanting my name. It was fantastic and touching," said Gayle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gayle currently plays for the King XI Punjab in the IPL as he was bought by the franchise in 2018.&nbsp;</p>


West Indies legendary cricketer Chris Gayle, known for his power-hitting and dynamic attitude, spoke exclusively to Zee Business about his relationship with Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Indian fans.

West Indies legendary cricketer Chris Gayle, known for his power-hitting and dynamic attitude, spoke exclusively to Zee Business about his relationship with Indian skipper Virat Kohli and Indian fans. Gayle calls himself the "Universe Boss", a brash tag in keeping with his big-hitting exploits in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is one of the most popular and followed overseas players and has a huge fan base in India. From his giant sixes to off-field joshes, he never failed to entertain the fans. Gayle also credited the support he gets as "the number one support". The southpaw was part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) from 2011 to 2017 and played some match-winning knocks for the Virat-led team. When Dirk Nannes was ruled out of the tournament, RCB named Gayle as his replacement, and he stayed there for almost six years. For RCB, Gayle played 85 matches and scored 3,163 runs. "Kohli Kicked me out of RCB. So, the relationship is spoiled now (laughing)," Gayle gave a witty reply on being asked about his relationship with Indian skipper. Gayle further spoke about the time he spent with the RCB team, "It's been good, some great moments playing together for RCB. I got to know him over the years." Watch: Chris Gayle on his career, India connect and Virat Kohli × "He (Kohli) is a passionate guy, you know, he has achieved so much. He is looking to be one of the greatest players of all time for India. His records speak for himself. He has a fantastic record," Gayle added. "There are so many things to like about India. First of all, hospitality. It's fantastic. The food is fantastic, this is the number one support base as well. Fans are always chanting Chris Gayle," Gayle said on his huge fan following in India. Also Read: 'Tell me if I wasn't the greatest entertainer,' says Chris Gayle post World Cup blues "There is one particular moment: When I was playing in the T20 World Cup, something happened and I couldn't open the batting. The crowd was chanting 'we want Gayle'. That was one very touching moment for me. It gave me goosebumps to hear fans chanting my name. It was fantastic and touching," said Gayle. Gayle currently plays for the King XI Punjab in the IPL as he was bought by the franchise in 2018.

'Kohli kicked me out of RCB, relationship is spoiled,' jokes Windies cricketer Chris Gayle

<p>West Indies star all-rounder Chris Gayle loves being the centre of attention and has never failed to make headlines on and off the field for his fun-filled antics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Be it dancing on the Punjabi tunes or singing the karaoke during the India Premier League (IPL) after-parties, Gayle always adds a distinctive flavour to the ambience.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking exclusively to Zee Business, Gayle emphasised how entertainment has been equally important for him along with cricket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''It's all about entertainment for me, and I was able to entertain on a consistent basis over the years,'' Gayle said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He fondly refers to himself as the "Universe Boss" and even challenges people to find a better entertainer on the cricketing field than him.</p>

<p>''If anyone likes, they can do some research and tell me if I wasn't the greatest entertainer in cricket, then so be it," he said.</p>

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<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kohli-kicked-me-out-of-rcb-relationship-is-spoiled-jokes-widies-cricketer-chris-gayle-234909">'Kohli kicked me out of RCB, relationship is spoiled,' jokes Windies cricketer Chris Gayle</a></strong></p>

<p>The 39-year old, who played his last World Cup in England was seen having fun on the pitch on several occasions, doing the 'floss dance' as a warm-up or going for a fake DRS review to make even the umpire smile are to name a few.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Yeah, without a doubt. I love to laugh, I love to say funny stuff and get people laughing as well,'' Gayle said.</p>

<p>"I just say stuff without actually thinking about it. Eventually, some people find it funny, others make a joke out of it," he added.</p>

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<p>The prolific left-handed opener is currently the second-highest One-Day International run-getter for West Indies has accumulated 10,338, just 10 runs short of the legendary Brian Lara.</p>

<p>On being asked about how he reflects on his 20-year long career he said, "Well, I am already remembered as the greatest player of all time. What else do you want to be remembered as?''</p>

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<p>''There is nothing more I can ask for. There are a lot of stories... everybody has something to say about Chris Gayle. I have left a great legacy behind. I am saying that though I'm still playing,'' Gayle said.</p>

<p>Gayle had last month stated that he would call it quits after the ongoing World Cup but speaking to the media on the eve of the game against India in the World Cup, the left-hander said he has had a change of mind and would retire after India's tour of West Indies in August.&nbsp;</p>


West Indies star all-rounder Chris Gayle loves being the centre of attention and has never failed to make headlines on and off the field for his fun-filled antics.

West Indies star all-rounder Chris Gayle loves being the centre of attention and has never failed to make headlines on and off the field for his fun-filled antics. Be it dancing on the Punjabi tunes or singing the karaoke during the India Premier League (IPL) after-parties, Gayle always adds a distinctive flavour to the ambience. Speaking exclusively to Zee Business, Gayle emphasised how entertainment has been equally important for him along with cricket. ''It's all about entertainment for me, and I was able to entertain on a consistent basis over the years,'' Gayle said. He fondly refers to himself as the "Universe Boss" and even challenges people to find a better entertainer on the cricketing field than him. ''If anyone likes, they can do some research and tell me if I wasn't the greatest entertainer in cricket, then so be it," he said. I love to say funny stuff and get people laughing as well × Also Read: 'Kohli kicked me out of RCB, relationship is spoiled,' jokes Windies cricketer Chris Gayle The 39-year old, who played his last World Cup in England was seen having fun on the pitch on several occasions, doing the 'floss dance' as a warm-up or going for a fake DRS review to make even the umpire smile are to name a few. "Yeah, without a doubt. I love to laugh, I love to say funny stuff and get people laughing as well,'' Gayle said. "I just say stuff without actually thinking about it. Eventually, some people find it funny, others make a joke out of it," he added. Watch: Chris Gayle on his career, India connect and Virat Kohli × The prolific left-handed opener is currently the second-highest One-Day International run-getter for West Indies has accumulated 10,338, just 10 runs short of the legendary Brian Lara. On being asked about how he reflects on his 20-year long career he said, "Well, I am already remembered as the greatest player of all time. What else do you want to be remembered as?'' I have left a great legacy behind. I am saying that though I'm still playing × ''There is nothing more I can ask for. There are a lot of stories... everybody has something to say about Chris Gayle. I have left a great legacy behind. I am saying that though I'm still playing,'' Gayle said. Gayle had last month stated that he would call it quits after the ongoing World Cup but speaking to the media on the eve of the game against India in the World Cup, the left-hander said he has had a change of mind and would retire after India's tour of West Indies in August.

'Tell me if I wasn't the greatest entertainer,' says Chris Gayle post World Cup blues

The West Indies cricketer speaks exclusively to Zee Business about his retirement plans and why he loves India.

Chris Gayle on his career, India connect and Virat Kohli

<p>The rain gods played spoilsport on Tuesday in the semi-final 1 between <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indias-jasprit-bumrah-has-bowled-most-maiden-overs-in-world-cup-2019-234432">India </a>and New Zealand as the match was halted and the players were off the field at Old Trafford in Manchester in the 47th over of the New Zealand innings.</p>

<p>The rain continued throughout the day and the umpires decided to call off play on Tuesday and take the World Cup 2019 semi-final 1 onto the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-semi-final-new-zealand-2115-against-india-as-rain-stops-play-234446">reserve day</a> (Wednesday, July 10).</p>

<p>New Zealand thus will continue their innings at 211 for 5 in 46.1 overs if there is no further rain delay.</p>

<p>The weather forecast on Wednesday is not too bright either.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is expected to be cloudy in the morning and the sun may come out when the semi-final resumes on the reserve day at 10:30 AM BST (3 PM IST).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rain is expected to hit the pitch again at 12 PM BST (5:30 PM IST) and again by 5 PM (9 PM IST).</p>

<p>The chances of rain are very high and Team <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-virat-kohli-takes-stunning-catch-to-dismiss-new-zealands-martin-guptill-in-semi-final-234308">India </a>will hope to have a full game instead of a 20-over game to have better chances to win the match.</p>

<p>If there is a shortened game today and New Zealand do not resume their batting, according to the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method (DLS) the targets as per the overs in play would be:</p>

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<p>For the semi-final match to be completed, India are required to bat for at least 20 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If after the reserve day the match is also washed out and does not reach a result, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-cricket-world-cup-2019-semi-final-1st-india-vs-new-zealand-234231">India </a>will progress to the final as they finished higher in the points table to New Zealand in the group stage.</p>


The rain gods played spoilsport on Tuesday in the semi-final 1 between India and New Zealand as the match was halted and the players were off the field at Old Trafford in Manchester in the 47th over of the New Zealand innings.

The rain gods played spoilsport on Tuesday in the semi-final 1 between India and New Zealand as the match was halted and the players were off the field at Old Trafford in Manchester in the 47th over of the New Zealand innings. The rain continued throughout the day and the umpires decided to call off play on Tuesday and take the World Cup 2019 semi-final 1 onto the reserve day (Wednesday, July 10). New Zealand thus will continue their innings at 211 for 5 in 46.1 overs if there is no further rain delay. The weather forecast on Wednesday is not too bright either. It is expected to be cloudy in the morning and the sun may come out when the semi-final resumes on the reserve day at 10:30 AM BST (3 PM IST). Rain is expected to hit the pitch again at 12 PM BST (5:30 PM IST) and again by 5 PM (9 PM IST). The chances of rain are very high and Team India will hope to have a full game instead of a 20-over game to have better chances to win the match. If there is a shortened game today and New Zealand do not resume their batting, according to the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method (DLS) the targets as per the overs in play would be: Overs Target 46 237 40 223 35 209 30 192 25 172 20 148 For the semi-final match to be completed, India are required to bat for at least 20 overs. If after the reserve day the match is also washed out and does not reach a result, India will progress to the final as they finished higher in the points table to New Zealand in the group stage.

World Cup: Rain may play spoilsport again on reserve day at Manchester in India vs New Zealand semi-final 1

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-really-proud-how-we-competed-says-virat-kohli-after-losing-to-new-zealand-234766">Virat&nbsp;Kohli</a> admitted India had paid the price for "45 minutes of bad cricket" as the heart-broken skipper surveyed the wreckage of his side's stunning World Cup exit.</p>

<p>Kohli's team crashed to an unexpected <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/new-zealand-stun-india-by-18-runs-to-reach-world-cup-final-234755">18-run defeat against New Zealand</a> in the semi-finals at Old Trafford on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Needing just 240 to reach Sunday's final, two-time champions India were undone by a dismal start to their run chase.</p>

<p>Unable to cope with the pace bowling of Matt Henry and Trent Boult, India were reduced to 5-3, 24-4 and 92-6 before their Ravindra Jadeja-inspired late revival set up a tense finale that ultimately fell short.</p>

<p>Kohli was one of the India stars to flop as he was dismissed for one alongside Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, who also only managed a single each.</p>

<p>"We've played outstanding cricket throughout this tournament. To just go out on the basis of 45 minutes of bad cricket is saddening," Kohli told reporters.</p>

<p>"It breaks your heart also, because you worked so hard throughout the tournament to build momentum, you finish number one in the table, and then a spell of bad cricket and you're out of the tournament.</p>

<p>"New Zealand deserves a lot of credit because they really put up a great display of how to bowl with the new ball. They hit perfect line and length and forced us to make errors."</p>

<p>Kohli felt India had taken a huge step towards the final when they restricted New Zealand to 239-8 at the conclusion of the Black Caps' rain-interrupted 50 overs -- with the match carried over from Tuesday due to the bad weather.</p>

<p>"We got what we needed to get in the field this morning and we thought we had restricted them to a total that is chaseable on any surface. But the way they bowled in that first half an hour was the difference in the game," he said.</p>

<p><strong>'One bad day'</strong></p>

<p>Insisting India weren't fazed by having to return to Old Trafford to finish the match on the reserve day, Kohli added: "It was fine having to come back today. We had a good day yesterday and I'm very proud of that effort. Then it was a professional effort with the ball this morning and we had the momentum.</p>

<p>"But credit to the New Zealand bowlers, the way they bowled with the new ball, moving it around, it was an outstanding skill level on display and they made life very difficult for our batsmen."</p>

<p>New Zealand paceman Matt Henry was the wrecker-in-chief as he sent the in-form Sharma trudging back to the pavilion in his very first over.</p>

<p>Trent Boult got Kohli trapped lbw to rattle the famed Indian top-order and set the tone for the underdogs' victory.</p>

<p>Jadeja and MS Dhoni put on 116 runs for the seventh wicket to repair the damage, but their wickets spelt the end for the pre-tournament favourites.</p>

<p>Kohli insisted it was just a rare bad day at the office for India, who had finished the group stage in first place with seven wins from nine games before their disappointing semi-final exit.</p>

<p>"We are sad but not devastated. Because the kind of cricket we played in this tournament, we know where we stood as a team," Kohli added.</p>

<p>"Today we were not good enough. That's the nature of the tournament, one bad day at this stage and you are out of this tournament."</p>

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Virat Kohli admitted India had paid the price for "45 minutes of bad cricket" as the heart-broken skipper surveyed the wreckage of his side's stunning World Cup exit.

Virat Kohli admitted India had paid the price for "45 minutes of bad cricket" as the heart-broken skipper surveyed the wreckage of his side's stunning World Cup exit. Kohli's team crashed to an unexpected 18-run defeat against New Zealand in the semi-finals at Old Trafford on Wednesday. Needing just 240 to reach Sunday's final, two-time champions India were undone by a dismal start to their run chase. Unable to cope with the pace bowling of Matt Henry and Trent Boult, India were reduced to 5-3, 24-4 and 92-6 before their Ravindra Jadeja-inspired late revival set up a tense finale that ultimately fell short. Kohli was one of the India stars to flop as he was dismissed for one alongside Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul, who also only managed a single each. "We've played outstanding cricket throughout this tournament. To just go out on the basis of 45 minutes of bad cricket is saddening," Kohli told reporters. "It breaks your heart also, because you worked so hard throughout the tournament to build momentum, you finish number one in the table, and then a spell of bad cricket and you're out of the tournament. "New Zealand deserves a lot of credit because they really put up a great display of how to bowl with the new ball. They hit perfect line and length and forced us to make errors." Kohli felt India had taken a huge step towards the final when they restricted New Zealand to 239-8 at the conclusion of the Black Caps' rain-interrupted 50 overs -- with the match carried over from Tuesday due to the bad weather. "We got what we needed to get in the field this morning and we thought we had restricted them to a total that is chaseable on any surface. But the way they bowled in that first half an hour was the difference in the game," he said. 'One bad day' Insisting India weren't fazed by having to return to Old Trafford to finish the match on the reserve day, Kohli added: "It was fine having to come back today. We had a good day yesterday and I'm very proud of that effort. Then it was a professional effort with the ball this morning and we had the momentum. "But credit to the New Zealand bowlers, the way they bowled with the new ball, moving it around, it was an outstanding skill level on display and they made life very difficult for our batsmen." New Zealand paceman Matt Henry was the wrecker-in-chief as he sent the in-form Sharma trudging back to the pavilion in his very first over. Trent Boult got Kohli trapped lbw to rattle the famed Indian top-order and set the tone for the underdogs' victory. Jadeja and MS Dhoni put on 116 runs for the seventh wicket to repair the damage, but their wickets spelt the end for the pre-tournament favourites. Kohli insisted it was just a rare bad day at the office for India, who had finished the group stage in first place with seven wins from nine games before their disappointing semi-final exit. "We are sad but not devastated. Because the kind of cricket we played in this tournament, we know where we stood as a team," Kohli added. "Today we were not good enough. That's the nature of the tournament, one bad day at this stage and you are out of this tournament." Match in numbers:

'Forty-five minutes of bad cricket put us out' says Kohli after India's shock exit

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