Former India World Cup winner Sandeep Patil has backed the selection of Ravichandran Ashwin in Team India as the team prepares for the latest edition. Ashwin, a surprise selection in the 15-member squad was down the pecking order before getting the nod for the World Cup with Axar Patel injured. According to Patil, he was not surprised when the veteran spinner was drafted into the team for the World Cup.

<h2>Sandeep Patil backs Ashwin’s selection</h2>

“Ashwin’s inclusion wasn’t a surprise at all. Not at all,” Patil was quoted as saying by The Telegraph Online.

“He’s the best off-spinner in world cricket today and I’m happy to see he’s in. I also feel sorry for Axar, who got injured. But then, you know, it was a blessing in disguise (for India).”

"It will be all about enjoying the game. I have been saying that this might be my last World Cup for India. But I just want to keep enjoying as life is all about surprises."

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<h2>Ashwin’s wildcard entry</h2>

The experienced spinner returned to the Indian team for the tri-series against Australia in September while Axar was serving time out with injury. While Yuzvendra Chahal was deemed an automatic replacement for Axar, the selectors opted to go with Ashwin. One of the key reasons for his inclusion in the team was his batting ability. The Chennai-born veteran has an impressive record with bat and ball in all the formats; but had not played in the ODI format since January 2022 until the Australia series.

While the numbers game favours Chahal in the limited-overs format, having scalped 121 wickets in 72 ODI matches for India while Ashwin has 155 wickets in 115 matches. Ashwin has been India’s best Test bowler in the last decade and has amassed 489 wickets in the longer format. In the T20I format, Chahal leads the list for most wickets with 96 for India while Ashwin stands with 72 scalps.

The Indian team will now look to reap rewards on the bigger front when they start their World Cup campaign against Australia on Sunday, October 8 in Ashwin’s hometown Chennai.

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Former India World Cup winner Sandeep Patil has backed the selection of Ravichandran Ashwin in Team India as the team prepares for the latest edition. Ashwin, a surprise selection in the 15-member squad was down the pecking order before getting the nod for the World Cup with Axar Patel injured.

Former India World Cup winner Sandeep Patil has backed the selection of Ravichandran Ashwin in Team India as the team prepares for the latest edition. Ashwin, a surprise selection in the 15-member squad was down the pecking order before getting the nod for the World Cup with Axar Patel injured. According to Patil, he was not surprised when the veteran spinner was drafted into the team for the World Cup. Sandeep Patil backs Ashwin’s selection “Ashwin’s inclusion wasn’t a surprise at all. Not at all,” Patil was quoted as saying by The Telegraph Online. “He’s the best off-spinner in world cricket today and I’m happy to see he’s in. I also feel sorry for Axar, who got injured. But then, you know, it was a blessing in disguise (for India).” "It will be all about enjoying the game. I have been saying that this might be my last World Cup for India. But I just want to keep enjoying as life is all about surprises." ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE | Want to set new benchmark for women athletes in India - Jyothi Yarraji after Asian Games success Ashwin’s wildcard entry The experienced spinner returned to the Indian team for the tri-series against Australia in September while Axar was serving time out with injury. While Yuzvendra Chahal was deemed an automatic replacement for Axar, the selectors opted to go with Ashwin. One of the key reasons for his inclusion in the team was his batting ability. The Chennai-born veteran has an impressive record with bat and ball in all the formats; but had not played in the ODI format since January 2022 until the Australia series. While the numbers game favours Chahal in the limited-overs format, having scalped 121 wickets in 72 ODI matches for India while Ashwin has 155 wickets in 115 matches. Ashwin has been India’s best Test bowler in the last decade and has amassed 489 wickets in the longer format. In the T20I format, Chahal leads the list for most wickets with 96 for India while Ashwin stands with 72 scalps. The Indian team will now look to reap rewards on the bigger front when they start their World Cup campaign against Australia on Sunday, October 8 in Ashwin’s hometown Chennai. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

CWC 2023: Former player backs Ravi Ashwin's selection in Team India, says 'his inclusion wasn’t surprise'

IND vs NED ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Warm-up: Team India is all set to lock horns with the Netherlands in the 9th warm-up match of the 13th&nbsp;edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup. The match is scheduled to take place at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday, October 3 at 2:00 pm IST. This is the last game before the main tournament begins on Thursday, October 5.&nbsp;

India's previous warm-up match against defending champions England in Guwahati was abandoned without a ball bowled due to persistent heavy showers. Meanwhile, the Netherlands' first warm-up match against Australia in Thiruvananthapuram was also severely affected by rain. Australia batted first and scored 166/7 in 23 overs, while the Netherlands were 84/6 in 14.2 overs when the game was called off.&nbsp;

India will face Australia in Chennai for its first World Cup match on October 8. On the other hand, the Netherlands will take on Pakistan on October 6 in Hyderabad.&nbsp;

Here are all the details on the IND vs NED ICC ODI World Cup Warm-match:

<h2>IND vs NED Head-to-Head - ICC ODI Cricket World Cup</h2>

India and Netherlands have faced each other twice; in one-day internationals, with India enjoying a 2-0 lead over the Dutch. The Men in Blue have played two ODIs against the Netherlands, all won by India.

Total matches played: 2

Matches won by India: 2

Matches won by Netherlands: 0

Matches tied: 0

Matches with no result: 0

<h2>IND vs NED ICC World Cup Warm-up Match Weather Report:</h2>

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<h2>IND vs NED ICC World Cup Warm-up Match Probable Playing XIs:</h2>

<h3>India:&nbsp;</h3>

Ishan Kishan(wk), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravichandran Ashwin, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma©, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja

<h3>Netherlands: &nbsp;</h3>

Scott Edwards©(wk), Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Vikramjit Singh, Teja Nidamanuru, Paul van Meekeren, Colin Ackermann, Roelof van der Merwe, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Ryan Klein, Wesley Barresi, Saqib Zulfiqar, Shariz Ahmad, Sybrand Engelbrecht

<h2>IND vs NED ICC World Cup Warm-up Match Live streaming:</h2>

Fans in India can watch all the World Cup 2023 matches including the warm-ups on&nbsp;Star Sports Network. The live streaming of the matches for free will be available on the Disney + Hotstar app and website.&nbsp;

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IND vs NED ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Warm-up: Team India is all set to lock horns with the Netherlands in the 9th warm-up match of the 13th edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup.

IND vs NED ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Warm-up: Team India is all set to lock horns with the Netherlands in the 9th warm-up match of the 13th edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup. The match is scheduled to take place at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday, October 3 at 2:00 pm IST. This is the last game before the main tournament begins on Thursday, October 5. India's previous warm-up match against defending champions England in Guwahati was abandoned without a ball bowled due to persistent heavy showers. Meanwhile, the Netherlands' first warm-up match against Australia in Thiruvananthapuram was also severely affected by rain. Australia batted first and scored 166/7 in 23 overs, while the Netherlands were 84/6 in 14.2 overs when the game was called off. India will face Australia in Chennai for its first World Cup match on October 8. On the other hand, the Netherlands will take on Pakistan on October 6 in Hyderabad. Here are all the details on the IND vs NED ICC ODI World Cup Warm-match: IND vs NED Head-to-Head - ICC ODI Cricket World Cup India and Netherlands have faced each other twice; in one-day internationals, with India enjoying a 2-0 lead over the Dutch. The Men in Blue have played two ODIs against the Netherlands, all won by India. Total matches played: 2 Matches won by India: 2 Matches won by Netherlands: 0 Matches tied: 0 Matches with no result: 0 IND vs NED ICC World Cup Warm-up Match Weather Report: Temperature 34°c Humidity 94% Wind Speed 3 km/hr Precipitation NO IND vs NED ICC World Cup Warm-up Match Probable Playing XIs: India: Ishan Kishan(wk), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravichandran Ashwin, Shardul Thakur, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma©, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja Netherlands: Scott Edwards©(wk), Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Vikramjit Singh, Teja Nidamanuru, Paul van Meekeren, Colin Ackermann, Roelof van der Merwe, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Ryan Klein, Wesley Barresi, Saqib Zulfiqar, Shariz Ahmad, Sybrand Engelbrecht IND vs NED ICC World Cup Warm-up Match Live streaming: Fans in India can watch all the World Cup 2023 matches including the warm-ups on Star Sports Network. The live streaming of the matches for free will be available on the Disney + Hotstar app and website. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Former Pakistan veteran Moin Khan feels the team hasn’t gelled well yet, something that was visible during their loss to New Zealand in the World Cup warm-up tie in Hyderabad. Per the ex-keeper-batter, some of the seniors in the team were reluctant to approach captain Babar Azam to give suggestions when the bowlers' backs were against the wall during the second innings.

Moin feels that Shaheen, Rizwan, and even Shadab trying to avoid approaching the captain during a tense hour in the lead-up to the marquee event are not healthy signs for a team that aims to win the lift at the end of this tournament.

Speaking with Pakistan Cricket following the team's first warm-up tie loss to New Zealand by five wickets despite scoring 330 plus, Moin said such a scenario was there for everyone to see, claiming the players looked scattered.

“I saw this 100%. The players looked scattered, they were hesitant to even give suggestions to Babar, whether it was Rizwan, Shadab or Shaheen. It was visible that the team wasn’t gelled up. There were no discussions, and even if there were suggestions and Babar was following them, they weren’t working,” said Moin Khan speaking to Cricket Pakistan.

<h2>Moin addresses the elephant in the room&nbsp;</h2>

With several reports of top players (mainly Babar and Shaheen) getting into unnecessary arguments following their side’s humiliating loss to India in the Asia Cup, there were speculations of unrest in the dressing room.&nbsp;

Speaking on the same lines and narrative spread via media, Moin said he understands there could be issues among players, but that shouldn’t come forward while representing their country at the top level.

Citing examples of how the body language of the players was during the Super Four tie against India, Moin said,&nbsp;“Another thing was, against India, players are scared. And those who really are scared that their suggestions won’t work… that’s fear. As a cricketer, you have to play on your potential and you should contribute 100%. It’s okay if your suggestions go wrong, it happens. But your body language shows whether you want to win, and that wasn’t visible."

"And I’m pretty sure there were some issues in the dressing room. And I know, in a professional environment, there are differences, but you have to end them to perform better. You have to move on,” Moin added.&nbsp;

Pakistan will play their next warm-up game against Australia on Tuesday, October 3, in Hyderabad.

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Former Pakistan veteran Moin Khan feels the team hasn’t gelled well yet, something that was visible during their loss to New Zealand in the World Cup warm-up tie in Hyderabad.

Former Pakistan veteran Moin Khan feels the team hasn’t gelled well yet, something that was visible during their loss to New Zealand in the World Cup warm-up tie in Hyderabad. Per the ex-keeper-batter, some of the seniors in the team were reluctant to approach captain Babar Azam to give suggestions when the bowlers' backs were against the wall during the second innings. Moin feels that Shaheen, Rizwan, and even Shadab trying to avoid approaching the captain during a tense hour in the lead-up to the marquee event are not healthy signs for a team that aims to win the lift at the end of this tournament. Speaking with Pakistan Cricket following the team's first warm-up tie loss to New Zealand by five wickets despite scoring 330 plus, Moin said such a scenario was there for everyone to see, claiming the players looked scattered. “I saw this 100%. The players looked scattered, they were hesitant to even give suggestions to Babar, whether it was Rizwan, Shadab or Shaheen. It was visible that the team wasn’t gelled up. There were no discussions, and even if there were suggestions and Babar was following them, they weren’t working,” said Moin Khan speaking to Cricket Pakistan. Moin addresses the elephant in the room With several reports of top players (mainly Babar and Shaheen) getting into unnecessary arguments following their side’s humiliating loss to India in the Asia Cup, there were speculations of unrest in the dressing room. Speaking on the same lines and narrative spread via media, Moin said he understands there could be issues among players, but that shouldn’t come forward while representing their country at the top level. Citing examples of how the body language of the players was during the Super Four tie against India, Moin said, “Another thing was, against India, players are scared. And those who really are scared that their suggestions won’t work… that’s fear. As a cricketer, you have to play on your potential and you should contribute 100%. It’s okay if your suggestions go wrong, it happens. But your body language shows whether you want to win, and that wasn’t visible." "And I’m pretty sure there were some issues in the dressing room. And I know, in a professional environment, there are differences, but you have to end them to perform better. You have to move on,” Moin added. Pakistan will play their next warm-up game against Australia on Tuesday, October 3, in Hyderabad. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

CWC 2023: Team didn't gel well, there were no discussions - Moin Khan after Pakistan’s loss to NZ in warm-up

Bangladesh Cricket Team has received a massive boost as their captain, Shakib Al Hasan, is declared fit for the side's first World Cup 2023 game against Afghanistan on October 7 in Dharamsala.&nbsp; Stand-in captain Najmul Hossain Shanto revealed the news when speaking ahead of Bangladesh's second warm-up tie against England on Monday in Guwahati.

During Bangladesh's first practice match against Sri Lanka, the official broadcasters revealed Shakib injured his foot while playing football during the practice session ahead of that tie, resulting in him sitting out. Mehidy Hasan Miraz led the team in his absence and powered Bangladesh to a seven-wicket win. Shakib was rested for the second game against England as well.

In the absence of star opener Tamim Iqbal, who missed out on selection due to issues outside of his back injury, Shakib's absence from the side as opener would have been a blow. However, Shanto's update on the veteran all-rounder's fitness must have boosted the dressing room's environment.&nbsp;

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In the lead-up to the Cricket World Cup, Bangladesh endured a rough time in the ODIs, both during the Asia Cup 2023 campaign and against New Zealand in the home three-match series. Though Bangladesh finished ahead of Pakistan in the Super Four stage, courtesy of their win over India in their last clash, they lost the home series 0-2 to the Kiwis in the dress rehearsal series for the marquee event.

Shakib, the best player in their ranks, shone during the six-team tournament, hitting 80 off 85 balls against India tie. He amassed 173 runs from five games at an average of 43.25.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, playing his fifth World Cup alongside teammate Mushfiqur Rahman, Shakib was among the top three run-getters in the previous edition (in 2019), scoring 606 runs from eight matches, including two hundreds and five fifties. Off the top ten most runs scorers during the tournament, Shakib had the best batting average of 86.57.

Bangladesh will face England in their second CWC game on October 10 in Dharamsala and take on India in the marquee clash on October 19 in Pune.

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Bangladesh Cricket Team has received a massive boost as their captain, Shakib Al Hasan, is declared fit for the side's first World Cup 2023 game against Afghanistan on October 7 in Dharamsala.

Bangladesh Cricket Team has received a massive boost as their captain, Shakib Al Hasan, is declared fit for the side's first World Cup 2023 game against Afghanistan on October 7 in Dharamsala. Stand-in captain Najmul Hossain Shanto revealed the news when speaking ahead of Bangladesh's second warm-up tie against England on Monday in Guwahati. During Bangladesh's first practice match against Sri Lanka, the official broadcasters revealed Shakib injured his foot while playing football during the practice session ahead of that tie, resulting in him sitting out. Mehidy Hasan Miraz led the team in his absence and powered Bangladesh to a seven-wicket win. Shakib was rested for the second game against England as well. In the absence of star opener Tamim Iqbal, who missed out on selection due to issues outside of his back injury, Shakib's absence from the side as opener would have been a blow. However, Shanto's update on the veteran all-rounder's fitness must have boosted the dressing room's environment. ALSO READ: CWC 2023: BIG CLAIM! Gautam Gambhir makes 'century' prediction for Pakistan captain Babar Azam In the lead-up to the Cricket World Cup, Bangladesh endured a rough time in the ODIs, both during the Asia Cup 2023 campaign and against New Zealand in the home three-match series. Though Bangladesh finished ahead of Pakistan in the Super Four stage, courtesy of their win over India in their last clash, they lost the home series 0-2 to the Kiwis in the dress rehearsal series for the marquee event. Shakib, the best player in their ranks, shone during the six-team tournament, hitting 80 off 85 balls against India tie. He amassed 173 runs from five games at an average of 43.25. Meanwhile, playing his fifth World Cup alongside teammate Mushfiqur Rahman, Shakib was among the top three run-getters in the previous edition (in 2019), scoring 606 runs from eight matches, including two hundreds and five fifties. Off the top ten most runs scorers during the tournament, Shakib had the best batting average of 86.57. Bangladesh will face England in their second CWC game on October 10 in Dharamsala and take on India in the marquee clash on October 19 in Pune. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

World Cup: Boost for Bangladesh as Shakib Al Hasan declared fit for opener against Afghanistan

Sachin Tendulkar fulfilled his dream of winning the ODI World Cup in his last edition, when India won the coveted title in 2011. Co-hosting the tournament along with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, MS Dhoni &amp; Co. went on to beat Sri Lanka in the final in pursuit of 275, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 2, to win the trophy after 28 years and sent the entire nation into a frenzy.

Tendulkar, who was playing his last 50-over World Cup, was carried on the shoulders&nbsp;by the likes of&nbsp;Yusuf Pathan, Virat Kohli,&nbsp;Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh,&nbsp;as they gave him a fitting tribute. Now, former Indian opener Virender Sehwag -- part of India's 2011 victorious run -- wants Kohli to win the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023 and be carried on his teammates' shoulders.

“Cheeku (Kohli) didn’t score a single century in the 2019 World Cup, this year I hope he scores many hundreds and ends up as the leading run-scorer in the tournament. Then, I want him to be carried on the shoulders and get a round of the ground," Sehwag told on Cricbuzz.&nbsp;

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In addition, Sehwag went on to say that Rohit Sharma and Kohli deserve to win the forthcoming World Cup, which gets underway on October 05. Sehwag pointed out that Rohit just missed being part of the victorious 2011 batch and labelled him&nbsp;a fantastic player.

<h2>'Rohit &amp; Kohli deserve to win 2023 ODI&nbsp;World Cup'</h2>

“These two (Rohit &amp; Kohli) senior players deserve to win the World Cup. Rohit Sharma was so close to getting picked for the 2011 World Cup but missed out. Later he became the Badshah of ODIs, he deserves to win a World Cup trophy because he is a fantastic player," said Sehwag.

It is to be noted that Kohli will be playing his fourth edition of the ODI World Cup since 2011. Meanwhile, this will be Rohit's third appearance at the 50-over showpiece. Both the veterans will be desperate to help the national side break their ten-year-long ICC title drought and help India clinch their third ODI World Cup title.

India open their campaign on October 08 versus Australia in Chennai.&nbsp;

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Sachin Tendulkar fulfilled his dream of winning the ODI World Cup in his last edition, when India won the coveted title in 2011. Co-hosting the tournament along with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, MS Dhoni & Co.

Sachin Tendulkar fulfilled his dream of winning the ODI World Cup in his last edition, when India won the coveted title in 2011. Co-hosting the tournament along with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, MS Dhoni & Co. went on to beat Sri Lanka in the final in pursuit of 275, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 2, to win the trophy after 28 years and sent the entire nation into a frenzy. Tendulkar, who was playing his last 50-over World Cup, was carried on the shoulders by the likes of Yusuf Pathan, Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh, as they gave him a fitting tribute. Now, former Indian opener Virender Sehwag -- part of India's 2011 victorious run -- wants Kohli to win the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023 and be carried on his teammates' shoulders. “Cheeku (Kohli) didn’t score a single century in the 2019 World Cup, this year I hope he scores many hundreds and ends up as the leading run-scorer in the tournament. Then, I want him to be carried on the shoulders and get a round of the ground," Sehwag told on Cricbuzz. Also read: Rohit Sharma is the most difficult to bowl at, says Shadab Khan ahead of India-Pakistan CWC '23 tie In addition, Sehwag went on to say that Rohit Sharma and Kohli deserve to win the forthcoming World Cup, which gets underway on October 05. Sehwag pointed out that Rohit just missed being part of the victorious 2011 batch and labelled him a fantastic player. 'Rohit & Kohli deserve to win 2023 ODI World Cup' “These two (Rohit & Kohli) senior players deserve to win the World Cup. Rohit Sharma was so close to getting picked for the 2011 World Cup but missed out. Later he became the Badshah of ODIs, he deserves to win a World Cup trophy because he is a fantastic player," said Sehwag. It is to be noted that Kohli will be playing his fourth edition of the ODI World Cup since 2011. Meanwhile, this will be Rohit's third appearance at the 50-over showpiece. Both the veterans will be desperate to help the national side break their ten-year-long ICC title drought and help India clinch their third ODI World Cup title. India open their campaign on October 08 versus Australia in Chennai. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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South Africa is no longer the dark horse in this World Cup 2023; instead, they are one of the favourites to lift their maiden CWC title. Having come close to tasting success at the top level numerous times before, the Proteas are now confident of breaking the deadlock and creating history in India this time, feels the country’s middle-order batter, David Miller.

From losing to Australia in the infamous Edgbaston 1999 clash, semis in the 2007 World Cup, besides a close loss at the hands of New Zealand during the 2015 edition, South Africa have endured enough heartbreaks over the years but is determined to turn the tides come this World Cup.&nbsp;

Ahead of flying to India for the marquee event, Proteas emerged victorious in the five-match ODIs against Australia, winning 3-2 despite being down 0-2 after two matches.

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However, with nothing to lose and all to play for, Miller feels South Africa has the momentum needed for glory in this competition.&nbsp;

“We genuinely believe that we can do something special. The reality is we haven’t won a World Cup, so there’s no point brushing that under the carpet. But personally, I don’t live with those things on my shoulders. The past is the past. It doesn’t impact me at all.”

“It’s about what’s in front of you…the next ball, your next moment. I know the other guys are in the same mindset. We’re looking at it as a chance to create history. What a brilliant opportunity this is. If we play well, we know we’ve got a helluva chance,” Miller told BBC.

<h2>Consistency will repay</h2>

South African star batter said his team has been consistent since the 2019 CWC debacle. Though Miller admits he is not a stats-driven guy, he believes numbers are favouring the side.

“We have performed consistently well over the past four years. I’m not personally a stats-driven guy. But it’s good to look at the numbers and know that the work we’ve been putting in has produced some positive contributions. For me, it’s about making a situational impact. Can I take the game on? Can I see a chase home?”

Backing the captain Bavuma and said to deliver the goods in India this time, Miller said, “That’s where games are won and lost. I think we’ve proved some people wrong. Take Temba (Bavuma). He’s had so much flak from a lot of people, and he’s basically just shoved it right back in their faces. He’s a terrific captain and a phenomenal player in this format. It’s a strong line-up. We back ourselves to compete with the bat.”&nbsp;

Meanwhile, South Africa will face the former winners, Sri Lanka, in their CWC opener on October 7 in New Delhi.

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South Africa is no longer the dark horse in this World Cup 2023; instead, they are one of the favourites to lift their maiden CWC title. Having come close to tasting success at the top level numerous times before, the Proteas are now confident of breaking the deadlock and creating history in India this time, feels the country’s middle-order batter, David Miller. From losing to Australia in the infamous Edgbaston 1999 clash, semis in the 2007 World Cup, besides a close loss at the hands of New Zealand during the 2015 edition, South Africa have endured enough heartbreaks over the years but is determined to turn the tides come this World Cup. Ahead of flying to India for the marquee event, Proteas emerged victorious in the five-match ODIs against Australia, winning 3-2 despite being down 0-2 after two matches. ALSO READ: England retaining World Cup would be phenomenal but India still ahead in race for title: Stuart Broad However, with nothing to lose and all to play for, Miller feels South Africa has the momentum needed for glory in this competition. “We genuinely believe that we can do something special. The reality is we haven’t won a World Cup, so there’s no point brushing that under the carpet. But personally, I don’t live with those things on my shoulders. The past is the past. It doesn’t impact me at all.” “It’s about what’s in front of you…the next ball, your next moment. I know the other guys are in the same mindset. We’re looking at it as a chance to create history. What a brilliant opportunity this is. If we play well, we know we’ve got a helluva chance,” Miller told BBC. Consistency will repay South African star batter said his team has been consistent since the 2019 CWC debacle. Though Miller admits he is not a stats-driven guy, he believes numbers are favouring the side. “We have performed consistently well over the past four years. I’m not personally a stats-driven guy. But it’s good to look at the numbers and know that the work we’ve been putting in has produced some positive contributions. For me, it’s about making a situational impact. Can I take the game on? Can I see a chase home?” Backing the captain Bavuma and said to deliver the goods in India this time, Miller said, “That’s where games are won and lost. I think we’ve proved some people wrong. Take Temba (Bavuma). He’s had so much flak from a lot of people, and he’s basically just shoved it right back in their faces. He’s a terrific captain and a phenomenal player in this format. It’s a strong line-up. We back ourselves to compete with the bat.” Meanwhile, South Africa will face the former winners, Sri Lanka, in their CWC opener on October 7 in New Delhi. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Retired England seamer Stuart Broad feels if England manage to retain the World Cup, it would be a phenomenal effort, but it's the host nation India who are ahead in the race for the title. As the cricket showdown has already begun with practice matches, Broad feels England has the right team to reclaim the glory amidst putting out challenges that could hamper their hopes during this tournament.

In the lead-up to this World Cup, India won the Asia Cup 2023 final, beating Sri Lanka by ten wickets in one of the most one-sided contests in recent history. Having claimed a 2-1 over Australia in the dress rehearsal series for this marquee event, India entered the tournament as the ranked number one side in the world.

With history also suggesting that host nations have benefited during the past three World Cups, chances of India following the same path are high, provided they play their cards well in this competition. Speaking on the same lines, Broad said though he backs England to do an Australia and West Indies (by winning back-to-back World Cups), discounting India in their conditions would be hard.

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“If England manage to retain their World Cup title, it will be a phenomenal effort, but my overriding feeling is that if India play their perfect tournament, they are going to be very difficult to stop,” wrote Broad in his column for the Daily Mail on Sunday.&nbsp;

“Jos Buttler certainly has the team to challenge, one with the ability to post high totals, but I just think India, as hosts and the top-ranked ODI side, will be a hugely difficult proposition to get past.

“Recent history shows you that home teams tend to prosper in 50-over World Cups: it was in India in 2011, and India won; the final was in Australia in 2015, Australia won the trophy; England won in 2019. So, on that basis alone, India would have to be huge favourites,” the seamer wrote.

<h2>Challenges, not excuses</h2>

Pointing out one big challenge that awaits England during this World Cup, Broad noted the world champions might be exhausted owing to regular travelling, as unlike other teams, they are not playing at the same venue twice.

"Contrast to England. Without sounding like I am giving them excuses, they have got a pretty tough draw, to be honest. They do not play two games in the same location, instead travelling from city to city,” Broad wrote.

“Others have the luxury of being able to book somewhere for a week and play two games. They do not. But the fact every team plays everyone else in the round-robin stage means England would be absolutely distraught not to make the semis and final,” he added.

Meanwhile, England will open its CWC campaign against Bangladesh on October 10 in Dharamsala and against India on October 29 in Lucknow.

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Retired England seamer Stuart Broad feels if England manage to retain the World Cup, it would be a phenomenal effort, but it's the host nation India who are ahead in the race for the title.

Retired England seamer Stuart Broad feels if England manage to retain the World Cup, it would be a phenomenal effort, but it's the host nation India who are ahead in the race for the title. As the cricket showdown has already begun with practice matches, Broad feels England has the right team to reclaim the glory amidst putting out challenges that could hamper their hopes during this tournament. In the lead-up to this World Cup, India won the Asia Cup 2023 final, beating Sri Lanka by ten wickets in one of the most one-sided contests in recent history. Having claimed a 2-1 over Australia in the dress rehearsal series for this marquee event, India entered the tournament as the ranked number one side in the world. With history also suggesting that host nations have benefited during the past three World Cups, chances of India following the same path are high, provided they play their cards well in this competition. Speaking on the same lines, Broad said though he backs England to do an Australia and West Indies (by winning back-to-back World Cups), discounting India in their conditions would be hard. ALSO READ: Former South Africa pacer Dale Steyn picks THESE FIVE bowlers to perform well in ODI World Cup “If England manage to retain their World Cup title, it will be a phenomenal effort, but my overriding feeling is that if India play their perfect tournament, they are going to be very difficult to stop,” wrote Broad in his column for the Daily Mail on Sunday. “Jos Buttler certainly has the team to challenge, one with the ability to post high totals, but I just think India, as hosts and the top-ranked ODI side, will be a hugely difficult proposition to get past. “Recent history shows you that home teams tend to prosper in 50-over World Cups: it was in India in 2011, and India won; the final was in Australia in 2015, Australia won the trophy; England won in 2019. So, on that basis alone, India would have to be huge favourites,” the seamer wrote. Challenges, not excuses Pointing out one big challenge that awaits England during this World Cup, Broad noted the world champions might be exhausted owing to regular travelling, as unlike other teams, they are not playing at the same venue twice. "Contrast to England. Without sounding like I am giving them excuses, they have got a pretty tough draw, to be honest. They do not play two games in the same location, instead travelling from city to city,” Broad wrote. “Others have the luxury of being able to book somewhere for a week and play two games. They do not. But the fact every team plays everyone else in the round-robin stage means England would be absolutely distraught not to make the semis and final,” he added. Meanwhile, England will open its CWC campaign against Bangladesh on October 10 in Dharamsala and against India on October 29 in Lucknow. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

England retaining World Cup would be phenomenal but India still ahead in race for title: Stuart Broad

IND vs ENG&nbsp;World Cup 2023 Warm-up: The 13th edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 is all set to kick off on October 05. The 29th match of the cricket tournament will see host India locking horns with defending champions England at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. This tournament is crucial for India as the team hasn't won an ICC trophy since 2013.

However, both teams will clash on Saturday, September 30 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati in a warm-up match.&nbsp;

The men in blue will be led by Rohit Sharma. Meanwhile, England will be led by a hard-hitting batsman and a wicketkeeper, Jos Buttler for the tournament.

Here are all the details on the IND vs ENG ODI World Cup warm-match:

Venue: India vs England, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati

<h2>IND vs ENG Head-to-Head - ODI Cricket World Cup</h2>

India and England have clashed 8 times in the World Cup, with England leading the chart. The team has won four matches, while India won 3 and one match was tied. Check the table for more details:

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IND vs ENG Head-to-Head- ODI World Cup: Full Squads

<h2>India:</h2>

Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav

<h2>England:</h2>

Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jason Roy, Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, David Willey, Mark Wood, Chris Woakes

When is the warm-up match between IND and ENG?

The IND vs ENG warm-up ODI World Cup 2023 match is scheduled for Saturday, September 30.&nbsp;

Where will the IND vs ENG warm-up ODI World Cup 2023 match take place?

The IND vs ENG warm-up ODI World Cup 2023 match will be held at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.

Where can you watch India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup 2023 live in India?

The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 warm-up matches will be live-telecasted on Star Sports Network in India.&nbsp;

Where can you watch IND vs PAK ODI World Cup 2023 live in India for Free?

Fans can also watch the ODI World Cup warm-up match between India and England for free on Disney + Hotstar via mobile.&nbsp;

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IND vs ENG World Cup 2023 Warm-up: The 13th edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 is all set to kick off on October 05. The 29th match of the cricket tournament will see host India locking horns with defending champions England at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. This tournament is crucial for India as the team hasn't won an ICC trophy since 2013. However, both teams will clash on Saturday, September 30 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati in a warm-up match. The men in blue will be led by Rohit Sharma. Meanwhile, England will be led by a hard-hitting batsman and a wicketkeeper, Jos Buttler for the tournament. Here are all the details on the IND vs ENG ODI World Cup warm-match: Venue: India vs England, Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati IND vs ENG Head-to-Head - ODI Cricket World Cup India and England have clashed 8 times in the World Cup, with England leading the chart. The team has won four matches, while India won 3 and one match was tied. Check the table for more details: Matches Played 8 IND Won 3 ENG Won 4 Tied 1 No Result 0 %IND 37.5℅ %ENG 50℅ First Played 07-Jun-75 Last Played 30-Jun-19 IND vs ENG Head-to-Head- ODI World Cup: Full Squads India: Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav England: Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jason Roy, Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, David Willey, Mark Wood, Chris Woakes When is the warm-up match between IND and ENG? The IND vs ENG warm-up ODI World Cup 2023 match is scheduled for Saturday, September 30. Where will the IND vs ENG warm-up ODI World Cup 2023 match take place? The IND vs ENG warm-up ODI World Cup 2023 match will be held at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. Where can you watch India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup 2023 live in India? The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 warm-up matches will be live-telecasted on Star Sports Network in India. Where can you watch IND vs PAK ODI World Cup 2023 live in India for Free? Fans can also watch the ODI World Cup warm-up match between India and England for free on Disney + Hotstar via mobile. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Australia's star batter Marnus Labuschagne was full of praise for India skipper Rohit Sharma as he lauded him before the high-profile clash in the ODI World Cup. Both Rohit and Labuschagne will be essential to their team’s success when Australia meet India in Chennai in their first ODI World Cup match on Sunday, October 8. India will have a huge mental advantage ahead of the contest having beaten the team from down under 2-1 in the recently concluded ODI series.

<h2>Marnus lauds Rohit</h2>

"Rohit Sharma is someone who scores&nbsp;quite freely without taking any risks. He's very hard to stop once get going," Marnus Labuschagne told FOX Cricket.

Labuschagne was in good nick during the ODI series against India having amassed 138 runs in three matches. He averaged 46 during the series with a best of 72 in the Rajkot ODI. The 29-year-old was initially dropped from the World Cup squad but made the cut after Ashton Agar was shown the doors. Glenn Maxwell’s rise as a specialist spin bowler paved the way for Australia to drop Agar in favour of Labuschagne.&nbsp;

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"As I said to Rohit out there when we were walking. I said ‘I am watching whatever you do, I want to learn. You guys are the best in these conditions. We are foreign to these conditions. You learn from the opposition, you learn from the way they do it. We try and learn and grow with each game," he further added.

At the time of writing, India’s preparations for the World Cup saw a big spanner in the work as their warm-up clash against England was called off. With rain playing spoilsport in Guwahati, the contest was called off without any ball being bowled. India will now get only the Netherlands match to prepare before they take the field against Australia in the ODI World Cup.

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Australia's star batter Marnus Labuschagne was full of praise for India skipper Rohit Sharma as he lauded him before the high-profile clash in the ODI World Cup. Both Rohit and Labuschagne will be essential to their team’s success when Australia meet India in Chennai in their first ODI World Cup match on Sunday, October 8. India will have a huge mental advantage ahead of the contest having beaten the team from down under 2-1 in the recently concluded ODI series. Marnus lauds Rohit "Rohit Sharma is someone who scores quite freely without taking any risks. He's very hard to stop once get going," Marnus Labuschagne told FOX Cricket. Labuschagne was in good nick during the ODI series against India having amassed 138 runs in three matches. He averaged 46 during the series with a best of 72 in the Rajkot ODI. The 29-year-old was initially dropped from the World Cup squad but made the cut after Ashton Agar was shown the doors. Glenn Maxwell’s rise as a specialist spin bowler paved the way for Australia to drop Agar in favour of Labuschagne. ALSO READ | Trent Bridge cricket ground to rename Pavilion End after former England bowler Stuart Broad "As I said to Rohit out there when we were walking. I said ‘I am watching whatever you do, I want to learn. You guys are the best in these conditions. We are foreign to these conditions. You learn from the opposition, you learn from the way they do it. We try and learn and grow with each game," he further added. At the time of writing, India’s preparations for the World Cup saw a big spanner in the work as their warm-up clash against England was called off. With rain playing spoilsport in Guwahati, the contest was called off without any ball being bowled. India will now get only the Netherlands match to prepare before they take the field against Australia in the ODI World Cup. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Legendary former India player Sunil Gavaskar has backed Jos Buttler’s England to clinch the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. The 1983 World Cup winner from India backed England to win the marquee tournament in 2019 and has asserted his faith in England for the upcoming edition. England are the defending champions having beaten New Zealand in a close final while they are also the T20 World champions, having won the title in 2022.

<h2>Gavaskar backs England</h2>

“The defending champions, England, because of the kind of talent that they have at, at the top of the order, the batting order, they've got two or three world-class all-rounders who can change the game with both bat and ball. They've also got a very good bowling line-up, an experienced bowling line-up, so at the moment in my book certainly,” said Gavaskar while speaking to Star Sports.

It is worth noting, that India will take on the defending champions on Saturday in their first warm-up game at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. A win for either side in the warm-up match will be a statement considering both have been in fluent form. India beat England in the three-match ODI series in July 2022, but plenty of water has gone under the bridge since as both will look to start the campaign on a high.

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Both camps have been plagued with injuries with veteran stars returning to the fold for the World Cup. For India Ravichandran Ashwin will be in the squad having played only three matches during the last 18 months in ODI format. On the flip side, England also managed to bring back Ben Stokes out of retirement as he will be part of the squad.

India will start their World Cup campaign against five-time champions Australia in Chennai on Sunday, October 8 while England will take on New Zealand in the curtain-raiser on Thursday. The latter clash will be a repeat of the 2019 edition’s final as New Zealand will have a score to settle against Buttler’s army.

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Legendary former India player Sunil Gavaskar has backed Jos Buttler’s England to clinch the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. The 1983 World Cup winner from India backed England to win the marquee tournament in 2019 and has asserted his faith in England for the upcoming edition.

Legendary former India player Sunil Gavaskar has backed Jos Buttler’s England to clinch the 2023 ODI World Cup in India. The 1983 World Cup winner from India backed England to win the marquee tournament in 2019 and has asserted his faith in England for the upcoming edition. England are the defending champions having beaten New Zealand in a close final while they are also the T20 World champions, having won the title in 2022. Gavaskar backs England “The defending champions, England, because of the kind of talent that they have at, at the top of the order, the batting order, they've got two or three world-class all-rounders who can change the game with both bat and ball. They've also got a very good bowling line-up, an experienced bowling line-up, so at the moment in my book certainly,” said Gavaskar while speaking to Star Sports. It is worth noting, that India will take on the defending champions on Saturday in their first warm-up game at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. A win for either side in the warm-up match will be a statement considering both have been in fluent form. India beat England in the three-match ODI series in July 2022, but plenty of water has gone under the bridge since as both will look to start the campaign on a high. ALSO READ | 'We need to stop...': Yuvraj Singh recalls Sachin Tendulkar's advice after SA loss during CWC '11 Both camps have been plagued with injuries with veteran stars returning to the fold for the World Cup. For India Ravichandran Ashwin will be in the squad having played only three matches during the last 18 months in ODI format. On the flip side, England also managed to bring back Ben Stokes out of retirement as he will be part of the squad. India will start their World Cup campaign against five-time champions Australia in Chennai on Sunday, October 8 while England will take on New Zealand in the curtain-raiser on Thursday. The latter clash will be a repeat of the 2019 edition’s final as New Zealand will have a score to settle against Buttler’s army. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson made an astonishing return to the cricketing circuit on Friday, September 29 with an eye-catching fifty. Williamson, struggling with a knee issue has been included in the Blackcaps’ 15-member ODI World Cup squad and was a big hit as New Zealand beat Pakistan in the first warm-up match. The win was a statement by the 2015 and 2019 runners-up as they beat Pakistan by five wickets and 38 balls to spare in a 346-run chase.

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Asked to chase 346 to win, the Blackcaps did not have the best starts as experienced Devon Conway was dismissed for a golden duck in the second over. However, Rachin Ravindra (97) and Williamson (54) then led the foundation for New Zealand’s excellent run chase. Williamson looked in great nick but called it a day after scoring the fifty. He retired hurt on 54 after the conclusion of the 18th over, paving the way for other batters to chip in important playing time before the World Cup.

Later, New Zealand built their innings and looked in total control of the run chase as Daryl Mitchell (59) joined Ravindra in the middle. Ravindra, though was unfortunate to have not completed his hundred as he was dismissed for 97 by Agha Salman. Like Williamson, Mitchell also retired hurt to give playing time to others.

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Later Mark Chapman (65) and James Neesham (33) completed the winning honours in an easy win for New Zealand by five wickets. Usama Mir bagged two wickets while Hasan Ali, Agha Salman, and Mohammad Wasim Jr. scalped one wicket each.

Earlier, Mohammad Rizwan’s ton for Pakistan saw them score 345/5 in 50 overs against a resolute Kiwi bowling attack. Rizwan scored 103 while he was supported by Babar Azam (80) and Saud Shakeel (75) as they had a good day at the office with the bat in the first warm-up contest.

Pakistan will now face Australia in their second warm-up match on Tuesday, October 3 at the same venue in Hyderabad while New Zealand will take on South Africa in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday.

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New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson made an astonishing return to the cricketing circuit on Friday, September 29 with an eye-catching fifty. Williamson, struggling with a knee issue has been included in the Blackcaps’ 15-member ODI World Cup squad and was a big hit as New Zealand beat Pakistan in the first warm-up match.

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson made an astonishing return to the cricketing circuit on Friday, September 29 with an eye-catching fifty. Williamson, struggling with a knee issue has been included in the Blackcaps’ 15-member ODI World Cup squad and was a big hit as New Zealand beat Pakistan in the first warm-up match. The win was a statement by the 2015 and 2019 runners-up as they beat Pakistan by five wickets and 38 balls to spare in a 346-run chase. What a run chase! 👌 New Zealand start their #CWC23 preparations with a stunning win over Pakistan in Hyderabad 👏#NZvPAK | #CWC23 | 📝: https://t.co/rEthdn9SdD pic.twitter.com/arou5fEUs7 — ICC (@ICC) September 29, 2023 × Williamson, New Zealand make statement Asked to chase 346 to win, the Blackcaps did not have the best starts as experienced Devon Conway was dismissed for a golden duck in the second over. However, Rachin Ravindra (97) and Williamson (54) then led the foundation for New Zealand’s excellent run chase. Williamson looked in great nick but called it a day after scoring the fifty. He retired hurt on 54 after the conclusion of the 18th over, paving the way for other batters to chip in important playing time before the World Cup. Later, New Zealand built their innings and looked in total control of the run chase as Daryl Mitchell (59) joined Ravindra in the middle. Ravindra, though was unfortunate to have not completed his hundred as he was dismissed for 97 by Agha Salman. Like Williamson, Mitchell also retired hurt to give playing time to others. ALSO READ | 'We need to stop...': Yuvraj Singh recalls Sachin Tendulkar's advice after SA loss during CWC '11 Later Mark Chapman (65) and James Neesham (33) completed the winning honours in an easy win for New Zealand by five wickets. Usama Mir bagged two wickets while Hasan Ali, Agha Salman, and Mohammad Wasim Jr. scalped one wicket each. Earlier, Mohammad Rizwan’s ton for Pakistan saw them score 345/5 in 50 overs against a resolute Kiwi bowling attack. Rizwan scored 103 while he was supported by Babar Azam (80) and Saud Shakeel (75) as they had a good day at the office with the bat in the first warm-up contest. Pakistan will now face Australia in their second warm-up match on Tuesday, October 3 at the same venue in Hyderabad while New Zealand will take on South Africa in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Kane Williamson scores fifty in statement New Zealand win against Pakistan in ODI World Cup warm-up contest

Former India star Yuvraj Singh has highlighted key factors in India’s ODI World Cup squad as the Men in Blue prepare for the marquee tournament. Yuvraj, Player of the Tournament in the 2011 edition, reckons India will miss the services of Yuzvendra Chahal who was not picked for the tournament. Chahal was dropped in favour of Ravichandran Ashwin, who will be part of the 15-member squad for the ODI World Cup after Axar Patel got injured.

<h2>Chahal could be a big miss</h2>

“Leaving out Yuzvendra Chahal could be a mistake, could be a worry. At least could have kept him in the squad. A leg-spinner is someone who will always take wickets for you. Kuldeep is doing fantastic. But Chahal could have been dangerous on turning tracks and slower wickets. Hardik giving you the balance of a third seamer, you could have picked Yuzvendra Chahal,” said Yuvraj while speaking to the Week.

India on Thursday, September 28 announced their final squad for the ODI World Cup that saw the return of Ashwin in place of Axar. However, despite being an integral part of the team in recent months, Chahal was dropped while Ashwin was drafted in the final squad. The experienced campaigner was part of the 2011 World Cup winning squad but had not played in the ODI format since January 2022. He was picked in the Indian team for the Australia series before the World Cup and will now apply his trade in the main tournament.

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The numbers game favours Chahal in the limited-overs format, having scalped 121 wickets in 72 ODI matches for India while Ashwin has 155 wickets in 115 matches. Ashwin has been India’s best Test bowler in the last decade and has amassed 489 wickets in the longer format. In the T20I format, Chahal leads the list for most wickets with 96 for India while Ashwin stands with 72 scalps.

Considering Ashwin’s ability to bat, the team management has opted for a safer choice in Ashwin compared to Chahal. The Indian team will now look to reap rewards on the bigger front when they start their World Cup campaign against Australia on Sunday, October 8 in Ashwin’s hometown Chennai. India, however, will start their warm-up campaign against England on Saturday, September 30.

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Former India star Yuvraj Singh has highlighted key factors in India’s ODI World Cup squad as the Men in Blue prepare for the marquee tournament. Yuvraj, Player of the Tournament in the 2011 edition, reckons India will miss the services of Yuzvendra Chahal who was not picked for the tournament.

Former India star Yuvraj Singh has highlighted key factors in India’s ODI World Cup squad as the Men in Blue prepare for the marquee tournament. Yuvraj, Player of the Tournament in the 2011 edition, reckons India will miss the services of Yuzvendra Chahal who was not picked for the tournament. Chahal was dropped in favour of Ravichandran Ashwin, who will be part of the 15-member squad for the ODI World Cup after Axar Patel got injured. Chahal could be a big miss “Leaving out Yuzvendra Chahal could be a mistake, could be a worry. At least could have kept him in the squad. A leg-spinner is someone who will always take wickets for you. Kuldeep is doing fantastic. But Chahal could have been dangerous on turning tracks and slower wickets. Hardik giving you the balance of a third seamer, you could have picked Yuzvendra Chahal,” said Yuvraj while speaking to the Week. India on Thursday, September 28 announced their final squad for the ODI World Cup that saw the return of Ashwin in place of Axar. However, despite being an integral part of the team in recent months, Chahal was dropped while Ashwin was drafted in the final squad. The experienced campaigner was part of the 2011 World Cup winning squad but had not played in the ODI format since January 2022. He was picked in the Indian team for the Australia series before the World Cup and will now apply his trade in the main tournament. ALSO READ | World Cup 2023: India need to stick with KL Rahul at No. 4, feels 2011 winner Yuvraj Singh The numbers game favours Chahal in the limited-overs format, having scalped 121 wickets in 72 ODI matches for India while Ashwin has 155 wickets in 115 matches. Ashwin has been India’s best Test bowler in the last decade and has amassed 489 wickets in the longer format. In the T20I format, Chahal leads the list for most wickets with 96 for India while Ashwin stands with 72 scalps. Considering Ashwin’s ability to bat, the team management has opted for a safer choice in Ashwin compared to Chahal. The Indian team will now look to reap rewards on the bigger front when they start their World Cup campaign against Australia on Sunday, October 8 in Ashwin’s hometown Chennai. India, however, will start their warm-up campaign against England on Saturday, September 30. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

ODI World Cup: Yuvraj Singh points out THIS player's absence from squad, 'leaving him out is a big mistake'

Rohit Sharma-led India Team has delivered on every step in the lead-up to the home World Cup, starting next week. Be it winning the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka or beating Australia in the three-match ODI series, India has done their best to prepare itself for the marquee event.&nbsp;

Speaking on the same, former captain and trailblazer in Indian Cricket, Sourav Ganguly, said the Men in Blue must continue playing the same kind of cricket for the next 45 days if they were to realise their dream of winning the World Cup for the third time.

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On the day when India's final 15 was picked, with Ravi Ashwin replacing injured Axar Patel in the squad, Ganguly said he is elated with how the Indian Team has performed lately and wishes to see them tick off all boxes during the World Cup.

"This is going to be a big World Cup. The World Cup is a big tournament. The team has been playing very well, so it is a matter of delight. We hope that they continue to play the same good cricket for the next 45 days," Ganguly told the reporters in Kolkata.

<h2>All bases covered</h2>

Unlike how it felt in the lead-up to the Asia Cup, with several first-team players like KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer and Jasprit Bumrah missing out on action due to injuries, the Men in Blue turned the tables around with star performances in the six-team tournament.

A massive win over Pakistan in the Super Four stage boosted India's confidence, which included twin hundreds from returning Rahul and Virat Kohli. The bowlers picked up the pace during the business end, with Mohammed Siraj bowling his best in the final, picking six for 21 against Sri Lanka.&nbsp;

A ten-wicket win in the Asia Cup final had India on cloud nine, and they carried the winning momentum in the ODI series against Australia by winning the first two matches. While Mohammed Shami impressed all with a five-for in Mohali, Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer hitting tons made the batting line-up look daunting.

Ravi Ashwin's shrewdness in the second innings gave India some hope as to who could solve the number eight dilemma. Though India lost the final One-Dayer in Rajkot, they look set to take the World Cup by storm.

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Rohit Sharma-led India Team has delivered on every step in the lead-up to the home World Cup, starting next week. Be it winning the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka or beating Australia in the three-match ODI series, India has done their best to prepare itself for the marquee event.

Rohit Sharma-led India Team has delivered on every step in the lead-up to the home World Cup, starting next week. Be it winning the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka or beating Australia in the three-match ODI series, India has done their best to prepare itself for the marquee event. Speaking on the same, former captain and trailblazer in Indian Cricket, Sourav Ganguly, said the Men in Blue must continue playing the same kind of cricket for the next 45 days if they were to realise their dream of winning the World Cup for the third time. ALSO READ: Pakistan Team must weather Ahmedabad pressure, India better team on merit: Waqar Younis On the day when India's final 15 was picked, with Ravi Ashwin replacing injured Axar Patel in the squad, Ganguly said he is elated with how the Indian Team has performed lately and wishes to see them tick off all boxes during the World Cup. "This is going to be a big World Cup. The World Cup is a big tournament. The team has been playing very well, so it is a matter of delight. We hope that they continue to play the same good cricket for the next 45 days," Ganguly told the reporters in Kolkata. All bases covered Unlike how it felt in the lead-up to the Asia Cup, with several first-team players like KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer and Jasprit Bumrah missing out on action due to injuries, the Men in Blue turned the tables around with star performances in the six-team tournament. A massive win over Pakistan in the Super Four stage boosted India's confidence, which included twin hundreds from returning Rahul and Virat Kohli. The bowlers picked up the pace during the business end, with Mohammed Siraj bowling his best in the final, picking six for 21 against Sri Lanka. A ten-wicket win in the Asia Cup final had India on cloud nine, and they carried the winning momentum in the ODI series against Australia by winning the first two matches. While Mohammed Shami impressed all with a five-for in Mohali, Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer hitting tons made the batting line-up look daunting. Ravi Ashwin's shrewdness in the second innings gave India some hope as to who could solve the number eight dilemma. Though India lost the final One-Dayer in Rajkot, they look set to take the World Cup by storm. India to open its World Cup campaign against Australia on October 8 in Chennai. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Australia named their final 15 for the Cricket World Cup starting next week on the deadline day, opting for just one specialist spinner, Adam Zampa. With the showpiece event scheduled in India, missing out on an extra spinner looked like a mistake, but Australia chief selector George Bailey differs with this. As per him, having Glenn ‘The Big Show’ Maxwell as a frontline spinner alongside Zampa is enough for Aussies in this tournament.

Maxwell returned to playing competitive cricket for the first time in several months during the recently concluded ODI in Rajkot, picking his career-best four for 40. His spell propelled Australia to a 66-run win in the final game and urged Bailey to make last-minute changes in the final squad.

While injured Travis Head got picked despite being out with a broken left hand, Marnus Labuschagne's selection ahead of Ashton Agar in the team raised a few eyebrows, trimming down spin-bowling options in the team. Speaking to the media, Bailey noted that Maxwell will indeed play as a specialist spinner, and putting his name in another category than that would be unfair to him.

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"Think it's unfair on Maxi to say he's not a specialist spinner," Bailey said. "Think his white-ball spinning record is pretty handy, and you could very much consider him a frontline option. We certainly consider that we have two frontline spinners within our first-choice XI.

"More broadly across the squad, when you are limited to 15 [players], there are compromises that you have to weigh up [and] which way to want to take a risk. That was all the considerations that we had to take. We certainly think that Zamps and Maxi can do a really good job for us as the frontline spinners, and we've still got plenty of options for quicks and backup allrounders," the chief selector added.

<h2>‘We understand the risk but Travis is important to us’</h2>

The rise of Travis Head, more of an all-format batter in the past few years, has yielded quite a few results for the Aussies, and Bailey is aware of that. Detailing on the risk the management took by picking an unfit player in the squad of several fit ones, Bailey said he understands the risk that comes with this call but also noted that Head is an important player to them.

"We were aware of the risk that if there is a setback at some point that it makes it really challenging for Trav, but he's a really important player for us," Bailey said.&nbsp;

"We'll be getting the information of how he's recovering as the bone starts to heel, but we'll clearly be able to see how we are progressing in the tournament and how that's working out as well. Those two will hopefully marry up at some point,” the head coach added.

Australia will open their World Cup campaign against hosts India on Sunday, October 8, in Chennai.

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Australia named their final 15 for the Cricket World Cup starting next week on the deadline day, opting for just one specialist spinner, Adam Zampa. With the showpiece event scheduled in India, missing out on an extra spinner looked like a mistake, but Australia chief selector George Bailey differs with this.

Australia named their final 15 for the Cricket World Cup starting next week on the deadline day, opting for just one specialist spinner, Adam Zampa. With the showpiece event scheduled in India, missing out on an extra spinner looked like a mistake, but Australia chief selector George Bailey differs with this. As per him, having Glenn ‘The Big Show’ Maxwell as a frontline spinner alongside Zampa is enough for Aussies in this tournament. Maxwell returned to playing competitive cricket for the first time in several months during the recently concluded ODI in Rajkot, picking his career-best four for 40. His spell propelled Australia to a 66-run win in the final game and urged Bailey to make last-minute changes in the final squad. While injured Travis Head got picked despite being out with a broken left hand, Marnus Labuschagne's selection ahead of Ashton Agar in the team raised a few eyebrows, trimming down spin-bowling options in the team. Speaking to the media, Bailey noted that Maxwell will indeed play as a specialist spinner, and putting his name in another category than that would be unfair to him. ALSO READ: ODI World Cup: Bangladesh dealt blow in preparations, skipper Shakib Al Hasan likely to miss opener - Reports "Think it's unfair on Maxi to say he's not a specialist spinner," Bailey said. "Think his white-ball spinning record is pretty handy, and you could very much consider him a frontline option. We certainly consider that we have two frontline spinners within our first-choice XI. "More broadly across the squad, when you are limited to 15 [players], there are compromises that you have to weigh up [and] which way to want to take a risk. That was all the considerations that we had to take. We certainly think that Zamps and Maxi can do a really good job for us as the frontline spinners, and we've still got plenty of options for quicks and backup allrounders," the chief selector added. ‘We understand the risk but Travis is important to us’ The rise of Travis Head, more of an all-format batter in the past few years, has yielded quite a few results for the Aussies, and Bailey is aware of that. Detailing on the risk the management took by picking an unfit player in the squad of several fit ones, Bailey said he understands the risk that comes with this call but also noted that Head is an important player to them. "We were aware of the risk that if there is a setback at some point that it makes it really challenging for Trav, but he's a really important player for us," Bailey said. "We'll be getting the information of how he's recovering as the bone starts to heel, but we'll clearly be able to see how we are progressing in the tournament and how that's working out as well. Those two will hopefully marry up at some point,” the head coach added. Australia will open their World Cup campaign against hosts India on Sunday, October 8, in Chennai. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As we inch closer to the start of the ODI World Cup 2023, it's time we take a look at the Indian bowlers who have picked most wickets in this marquee event.

ODI World Cup 2023: Indians with Most Wickets

New Zealand will be without their regular captain, Kane Williamson, in the World Cup curtain-raiser against England on October 5 in Ahmedabad. Kane, who continues to recover from the knee injury he sustained during the IPL opener in March at the same venue, is said to be playing against Pakistan in the side’s first warm-up game on Friday in Hyderabad.

While he will play as a pure batter in both practice matches, emphasising doing some fielding throughout the innings, Kane will sit out of the marquee tie against the defending champions.

In his absence, keeper-batter Tom Latham will lead the Kiwis into their first match of the World Cup, head coach Gary Stead confirmed.&nbsp;

The coach said the team management is tracking Kane’s injury very closely and is happy with the progress.&nbsp;

They, however, don’t want Kane to rush into attaining full fitness and rather will take it day by day.

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"Right from the start we've taken a long-term view on Kane's return to play," New Zealand's head coach Gary Stead said. "His recovery is tracking well, and it's now a matter of making sure he can cope with the rigors and intensity of international cricket. We'll continue to take a day-by-day approach to Kane's rehabilitation and certainly won't be putting any pressure on him to return before he is ready."

Coming from a long injury layoff, Kane trained a little with the team on their tour to England, preparing himself for the World Cup showdown. As he nears full fitness, Kane expressed his desire to stay with the team and give himself every chance to get in time for most games during the event.&nbsp;

"It's just wanting to progress [with] what I am doing now - the running, the fielding, and also time in the middle with the bat," Williamson had said ahead of the team's departure to India earlier this week.

"The load is going to keep increasing, so there is a little bit of an unknown. But it has felt pretty good really in the last few weeks, [I'm] hoping it continues to feel like that. But we're definitely looking to touch on more stuff, [and] introducing myself into the game mode, which is something which we haven't had the opportunity to do,” Skipper added.

While New Zealand will take on Pakistan in their first warm-up tie in Hyderabad on Friday, they will take on South Africa in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday.&nbsp;

Kane is likely to get a clearance certificate for New Zealand’s second World Cup match against the Netherlands on October 9.

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New Zealand will be without their regular captain, Kane Williamson, in the World Cup curtain-raiser against England on October 5 in Ahmedabad. Kane, who continues to recover from the knee injury he sustained during the IPL opener in March at the same venue, is said to be playing against Pakistan in the side’s first warm-up game on Friday in Hyderabad.

New Zealand will be without their regular captain, Kane Williamson, in the World Cup curtain-raiser against England on October 5 in Ahmedabad. Kane, who continues to recover from the knee injury he sustained during the IPL opener in March at the same venue, is said to be playing against Pakistan in the side’s first warm-up game on Friday in Hyderabad. While he will play as a pure batter in both practice matches, emphasising doing some fielding throughout the innings, Kane will sit out of the marquee tie against the defending champions. In his absence, keeper-batter Tom Latham will lead the Kiwis into their first match of the World Cup, head coach Gary Stead confirmed. The coach said the team management is tracking Kane’s injury very closely and is happy with the progress. They, however, don’t want Kane to rush into attaining full fitness and rather will take it day by day. ALSO READ: Two new pitches added, all seats changed: Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium gets makeover for World Cup showdown "Right from the start we've taken a long-term view on Kane's return to play," New Zealand's head coach Gary Stead said. "His recovery is tracking well, and it's now a matter of making sure he can cope with the rigors and intensity of international cricket. We'll continue to take a day-by-day approach to Kane's rehabilitation and certainly won't be putting any pressure on him to return before he is ready." Coming from a long injury layoff, Kane trained a little with the team on their tour to England, preparing himself for the World Cup showdown. As he nears full fitness, Kane expressed his desire to stay with the team and give himself every chance to get in time for most games during the event. "It's just wanting to progress [with] what I am doing now - the running, the fielding, and also time in the middle with the bat," Williamson had said ahead of the team's departure to India earlier this week. "The load is going to keep increasing, so there is a little bit of an unknown. But it has felt pretty good really in the last few weeks, [I'm] hoping it continues to feel like that. But we're definitely looking to touch on more stuff, [and] introducing myself into the game mode, which is something which we haven't had the opportunity to do,” Skipper added. While New Zealand will take on Pakistan in their first warm-up tie in Hyderabad on Friday, they will take on South Africa in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday. Kane is likely to get a clearance certificate for New Zealand’s second World Cup match against the Netherlands on October 9. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi has geared up to host the World Cup 2023 starting next week. The Cricket Stadium in the capital city has undergone several changes in recent months to prepare for the marquee event. As the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy made a stop-over at the venue on Thursday (Sep 28), the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) asked the ground staff, headed by chief curator Ankit Datta, to unveil the new-look outfield to the senior administrators during the ceremony.

This gesture from the association was to acknowledge the efforts put in by the ground staff to ready the stadium in time for the World Cup 2023.

Following the IPL earlier this year, the ground staff at the Arun Jaitley Stadium got into overdrive,&nbsp;making new pitches on the centre square, alongside adding two new strips on the practice areas.&nbsp;

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The square was dug up one-and-a-half feet to create two pitches beside each side of the main square while preparing one new pitch at each practice area. Although this process takes around four months from start to finish, the ground staff at this venue has completed it within two months.

Per DDCA President Rohan Jaitley, special arrangements have been made to give the ground a new look.

“A lot of work has gone into the outfield and ground maintenance. Making new pitches is a special effort. We have got Bermuda Selection 1 grass for the outfield so that it maintains its lush look. We have also bought a cover from England that covers the entire ground. It will be easier to start the game if there is rain around," Rohan Jaitley told the Times of India (TOI).

<h2>Washrooms undergo major work, dressing rooms renovated</h2>

Rohan said that outside of the outfield, the infrastructure has also undergone some major changes, with seats throughout the stadium being changed. It will be a new-look structure with an emphasis on providing fans with a wonderful experience.&nbsp;

Washrooms have undergone some quality work too, while changes have been made to the dressing room as well.

"Special emphasis has been put on the experience for the fans. The infrastructure has been overhauled, not just renovated. Washrooms have undergone major work. The dressing rooms have been renovated. Water dispensers have been installed at every corner, and every air conditioning vent has been redone," Jaitley added.

The venue will host its first game between South Africa and Sri Lanka on October 7.

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The Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in Delhi has geared up to host the World Cup 2023 starting next week. The Cricket Stadium in the capital city has undergone several changes in recent months to prepare for the marquee event. As the ICC Cricket World Cup trophy made a stop-over at the venue on Thursday (Sep 28), the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) asked the ground staff, headed by chief curator Ankit Datta, to unveil the new-look outfield to the senior administrators during the ceremony. This gesture from the association was to acknowledge the efforts put in by the ground staff to ready the stadium in time for the World Cup 2023. Following the IPL earlier this year, the ground staff at the Arun Jaitley Stadium got into overdrive, making new pitches on the centre square, alongside adding two new strips on the practice areas. ALSO READ: PCB chief Zaka Ashraf indirectly calls India 'enemy country' ahead of CWC '23, video goes viral - Watch The square was dug up one-and-a-half feet to create two pitches beside each side of the main square while preparing one new pitch at each practice area. Although this process takes around four months from start to finish, the ground staff at this venue has completed it within two months. Per DDCA President Rohan Jaitley, special arrangements have been made to give the ground a new look. “A lot of work has gone into the outfield and ground maintenance. Making new pitches is a special effort. We have got Bermuda Selection 1 grass for the outfield so that it maintains its lush look. We have also bought a cover from England that covers the entire ground. It will be easier to start the game if there is rain around," Rohan Jaitley told the Times of India (TOI). Washrooms undergo major work, dressing rooms renovated Rohan said that outside of the outfield, the infrastructure has also undergone some major changes, with seats throughout the stadium being changed. It will be a new-look structure with an emphasis on providing fans with a wonderful experience. Washrooms have undergone some quality work too, while changes have been made to the dressing room as well. "Special emphasis has been put on the experience for the fans. The infrastructure has been overhauled, not just renovated. Washrooms have undergone major work. The dressing rooms have been renovated. Water dispensers have been installed at every corner, and every air conditioning vent has been redone," Jaitley added. The venue will host its first game between South Africa and Sri Lanka on October 7. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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IND vs PAK Head-to-Head ODI World Cup 2023: The 13th edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 is all set to kick off from October 05. The most awaited match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for October 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

IND vs PAK Head-to-Head ODI World Cup 2023: The 13th edition of the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 is all set to kick off from October 05. The most awaited match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for October 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The men in blue will be led by Rohit Sharma. This tournament is crucial for India as the team hasn't won an ICC trophy since 2013. Meanwhile, Pakistan will be led by Babar Azam. The team arrived in India and was welcomed graciously. One of the biggest rivalries in cricket history, both teams have clashed seven times in the cricket tournament, with India winning all matches. Here are all the details on IND vs PAK ODI World Cup: IND vs PAK Match-12 Details- ODI World Cup 2023 Teams: India vs Pakistan Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad Time: 2:00 pm IST IND vs PAK Head-to-Head - ODI Cricket World Cup Team 1 Team 2 Venue Winner Year India Pakistan Sydney India by 43 runs March 4, 1992 India Pakistan Bengaluru India by 39 runs March 9, 1996 India Pakistan Manchester India by 47 runs June 8, 1999 India Pakistan Centurion India by 6 wickets March 1, 2003 India Pakistan Mohali India by 29 runs March 30, 2011 India Pakistan Adelaide India by 76 runs Feb 15, 2015 India Pakistan Manchester India by 89 runs via DLS method June 16, 2019 IND vs PAK Head-to-Head- ODI World Cup: Full Squads India: Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav Pakistan: Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Wasim IND vs PAK World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: Where can you watch India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup 2023 live in India? Star Sports has the broadcasting rights for the India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup. Fans can also watch the matches on: SS1(HD+HD), SS1 Hindi(SD+HD), SS1 Tamil, SS1 Telugu, SS1 Kannada, SS2(HD+SD), Disney+ Hotstar. Where can you watch IND vs PAK ODI World Cup 2023 live in India for Free? Fans can watch the ODI World Cup match between India and Pakistan for free on Disney + Hotstar. Here's a list of broadcasters of the IND vs PAK World Cup 2023 in your country: Country Channel Name Afghanistan Ariana TV and Ariana News, Ariana TV website and www.sportsafghan-wireless.com Australia Fox Sports 501 & Channel 9 HD, 9GemHD, FoxtelGo, FoxtelNOW and Kayo / 9Now Bangladesh GTV, BTV, T Sports, Rabbithole Canada Willow TV, Disney+ Hotstar Caribbean Islands ESPN and ESPN2, ESPN Play Caribbean Central & South America and Mexico ESPN+ Continental Europe and SEA(excluding Singapore) YuppTV Hong Kong Astro Cricket via NowTV, YuppTV India SS1(HD+HD), SS1 Hindi(SD+HD), SS1 Tamil, SS1 Telugu, SS1 Kannada, SS2(HD+SD), Disney+ Hotstar Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan SS1(HD+HD), SS1 Hindi(SD+HD), SS1 Tamil, SS1 Telugu, SS1 Kannada, SS2(HD+SD), Yupp TV Malaysia Astro Cricket, Yupp TV MENA CricLife and CricLife Max, StarzPlay & Switch TV New Zealand Sky Sport Pacific Islands TVWAN Action and TVWAN Sports, Digicel app Pakistan PTV Sports, www.ptvsports.pk, Daraz, Tapmad, Jazz Pakistan A-Sports, ARY ZAP Singapore HubSports 4 and HubSports 5, Simulcast of their linear channels on StarHub TV+ Sri Lanka Sirasa TV, Dialog TV & Event TV, www.kiki.lk & Kiki app South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa SuperSport Grandstand & SuperSport Cricket, SuperSport app UK Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Mix, SkyGO + Sky Sports App USA WillowTV, ESPN+ app (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India and Pakistan will face off at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 14 in the World Cup 2023. As the world would be watching another chapter in cricket's greatest rivalry unfolding, players from both teams would be under pressure to deliver on the D-day. Former Pakistan captain and legend Waqar Younis feels for the Pakistani side to overturn the records, they must weather Ahmedabad's crowd pressure, with more than 100,000 cheering for the Indian Team.

Speaking to Star Sports, Waqar said controlling the nerves would mean everything, rather crucial for Pakistan as they are the weaker team than India in their conditions.&nbsp;

These remarks have, however, come on the back of India's star performance against the arch-rivals in the Asia Cup 2023, where India not only beat Pakistan in a one-sided rain-hit clash in Colombo but also won the trophy for the record eighth time.

"As we all know, it (India vs Pakistan) will be the biggest game, mother of all the games. So, when you play in Ahmedabad, you will have to control your nerves, and not only Pakistan will be under pressure since it is a weaker team as compared to India."&nbsp;

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"But India will also be under pressure because the crowd in the stadium will create pressure on both the teams," Waqar Younis told Star Sports.

Shedding light on the impact it would have on Pakistan's bowling lineup with Naseem&nbsp;Shah unavailable for the tournament, Waqar noted that India is a better team on merit and holds an advantage over Pakistan in the high-octane clash.

"However, if we judge purely based on the team's performance, India definitely will be a better team," he added.&nbsp;

"If I talk about Pakistan, they are a miss and hit this time. The absence of Naseem Shah will be a big disadvantage because Naseem and Shaheen (Afridi) used to complement each other with new ball," the former seamer added.

<h2>Bench strength keeps India ahead of all</h2>

Noting what makes the host team - India, a potent side to beat in this World Cup, Waqar said the strong bench strength keeps them ahead of everyone.&nbsp;

"If we only talk about ticking the boxes, then we will see no other team can match India right now because they have good spinners who are playing right now in the starting XI, such as Kuldeep and Jadeja. But they also have strong bench strength," Waqar added.

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India and Pakistan will face off at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 14 in the World Cup 2023. As the world would be watching another chapter in cricket's greatest rivalry unfolding, players from both teams would be under pressure to deliver on the D-day.

India and Pakistan will face off at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad on October 14 in the World Cup 2023. As the world would be watching another chapter in cricket's greatest rivalry unfolding, players from both teams would be under pressure to deliver on the D-day. Former Pakistan captain and legend Waqar Younis feels for the Pakistani side to overturn the records, they must weather Ahmedabad's crowd pressure, with more than 100,000 cheering for the Indian Team. Speaking to Star Sports, Waqar said controlling the nerves would mean everything, rather crucial for Pakistan as they are the weaker team than India in their conditions. These remarks have, however, come on the back of India's star performance against the arch-rivals in the Asia Cup 2023, where India not only beat Pakistan in a one-sided rain-hit clash in Colombo but also won the trophy for the record eighth time. "As we all know, it (India vs Pakistan) will be the biggest game, mother of all the games. So, when you play in Ahmedabad, you will have to control your nerves, and not only Pakistan will be under pressure since it is a weaker team as compared to India." ALSO READ: CWC 2023: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma to miss warm-up matches, Aiden Markram to lead in his absence "But India will also be under pressure because the crowd in the stadium will create pressure on both the teams," Waqar Younis told Star Sports. Shedding light on the impact it would have on Pakistan's bowling lineup with Naseem Shah unavailable for the tournament, Waqar noted that India is a better team on merit and holds an advantage over Pakistan in the high-octane clash. "However, if we judge purely based on the team's performance, India definitely will be a better team," he added. "If I talk about Pakistan, they are a miss and hit this time. The absence of Naseem Shah will be a big disadvantage because Naseem and Shaheen (Afridi) used to complement each other with new ball," the former seamer added. Bench strength keeps India ahead of all Noting what makes the host team - India, a potent side to beat in this World Cup, Waqar said the strong bench strength keeps them ahead of everyone. "If we only talk about ticking the boxes, then we will see no other team can match India right now because they have good spinners who are playing right now in the starting XI, such as Kuldeep and Jadeja. But they also have strong bench strength," Waqar added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

World Cup: Pakistan Team must weather Ahmedabad pressure, India better team on merit - Waqar Younis

Travis Head's inclusion surprises everyone as Australia name its final 15 for the World Cup 2023. Batter Marnus Labuschagne is also named in the team for the marquee event, while Australian selectors dropped injured Ashton Agar. Glenn Maxwell's four-wicket haul in the Rajkot ODI prompted Australia to stick with Adam Zampa as the lone spinner as Aussies overlooked young Tanveer Sangha.&nbsp;

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Here's Australia's 15-man squad for the World Cup 2023 -

Pat Cummins (captain), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa

Travelling Reserves - Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short

Opener Travis Head broke his left hand during the fourth ODI against South Africa and has&nbsp; remained out of action since. While head coach Andrew McDonald earlier revealed Travis will be out for at least the first half of the tournament, the left-handed batter still got picked in the hope of attaining full fitness by the time the business end of competition approaches.

In his absence, star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh will open alongside David Warner, while returning Marnus Labuschagne will bat at number four, with Steve Smith set to come in at three.&nbsp;

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Alex Carey and Josh Inglis are two wicketkeepers in the final 15, while Australia picked three&nbsp;all-rounders, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis and Cameron Green.

Captain Pat Cummins will lead the pace attack, consisting of the veteran pair of Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood while bowling all-rounder Sean Abbott got the nod as backup pacer. Leggie Adam Zampa is the lone spin option on the side.

<h2>Australia ready for 6th world title</h2>

Former five-time winners, Australia endured a tough time in the recently-concluded series, having lost to South Africa and India, respectively, but will still be among the favourites heading into the marquee event.

Going by their record in the ICC tournaments, Australia will be a force to reckon with. Considering most of the players in the squad are the ones who had played together in a couple of World Cups before, including Smith, Maxwell, Warner, Marsh, Cummins, Starc, and Hazlewood, the Oz will fight for the record 6th world title - most by any country in game's history.

Australia will face the Netherlands and Pakistan in their two warm-up games and take on hosts India in their CWC opener on October 8.

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Travis Head's inclusion surprises everyone as Australia name its final 15 for the World Cup 2023. Batter Marnus Labuschagne is also named in the team for the marquee event, while Australian selectors dropped injured Ashton Agar.

Travis Head's inclusion surprises everyone as Australia name its final 15 for the World Cup 2023. Batter Marnus Labuschagne is also named in the team for the marquee event, while Australian selectors dropped injured Ashton Agar. Glenn Maxwell's four-wicket haul in the Rajkot ODI prompted Australia to stick with Adam Zampa as the lone spinner as Aussies overlooked young Tanveer Sangha. Australia, here's your squad to take on the ODI World Cup in India starting on October 8! Congratulations to all players selected 👏 #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/xZAY8TYmcl — Cricket Australia (@CricketAus) September 28, 2023 × Here's Australia's 15-man squad for the World Cup 2023 - Pat Cummins (captain), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa Travelling Reserves - Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short Opener Travis Head broke his left hand during the fourth ODI against South Africa and has remained out of action since. While head coach Andrew McDonald earlier revealed Travis will be out for at least the first half of the tournament, the left-handed batter still got picked in the hope of attaining full fitness by the time the business end of competition approaches. In his absence, star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh will open alongside David Warner, while returning Marnus Labuschagne will bat at number four, with Steve Smith set to come in at three. ALSO READ: India welcomes Pakistan Cricket Team with open arms, 'Babar, Shaheen' chants heard upon arrival - WATCH Alex Carey and Josh Inglis are two wicketkeepers in the final 15, while Australia picked three all-rounders, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis and Cameron Green. Captain Pat Cummins will lead the pace attack, consisting of the veteran pair of Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood while bowling all-rounder Sean Abbott got the nod as backup pacer. Leggie Adam Zampa is the lone spin option on the side. Australia ready for 6th world title Former five-time winners, Australia endured a tough time in the recently-concluded series, having lost to South Africa and India, respectively, but will still be among the favourites heading into the marquee event. Going by their record in the ICC tournaments, Australia will be a force to reckon with. Considering most of the players in the squad are the ones who had played together in a couple of World Cups before, including Smith, Maxwell, Warner, Marsh, Cummins, Starc, and Hazlewood, the Oz will fight for the record 6th world title - most by any country in game's history. Australia will face the Netherlands and Pakistan in their two warm-up games and take on hosts India in their CWC opener on October 8. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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With the ODI World Cup nearing, here is a list of players with the fastest hundreds in the ODI World Cup. Down the years players like Glenn Maxwell, Steven Smith, and others have made their mark in the tournament but Ireland’s Kevin O'Brien leads the chart ahead of some of the greats of the game.

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Pakistan Cricket Team landed in India for the first time since 2016 on Wednesday night in Hyderabad for the upcoming World Cup 2023, starting October 5. The fans gathered in huge numbers at the airport to welcome the Men in Green, many of them chanting Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi's name throughout. The Pakistan Team was among the last to reach India for the marquee event.&nbsp;

Dressed in beige&nbsp;trousers, white shirt and green coat with Pakistan Cricket's logo, the former World Cup winners were escorted by heavy security, with hundreds of cricket fans watching from a distance.&nbsp;

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In the video uploaded by Pakistan Cricket, the Hyderabad hotel staff welcomed the team with a warm reception at the gate, adorning them with scarves and applauding them on their way to their rooms.&nbsp;

Several Pakistan cricketers even posted on their social media handles, saying they appreciated the welcome they received in India, adding they are looking forward to playing in the country for the next one and a half months.

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Amidst all the talks of visa delays, the Pakistan management and players seemed pleased with the welcome.&nbsp;

As per the latest updates on Pakistan Cricket's social media handles, players began outfield training on Thursday morning ahead of their first warm-up match against New Zealand on Friday. This match, however, is the only tie that will take place behind closed doors.

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With two major festivals culminating on September 28, the local agencies informed BCCI about being unable to provide adequate security for this game.&nbsp;

The 1992 World Cup winners will face the Netherlands in their CWC opener on October 6 in Hyderabad before taking on Sri Lanka in their next tie four days later at the same venue. The marquee clash against the hosts India will take place on October 14 in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, ahead of flying to India for the World Cup, Pakistan Captain Babar Azam outlined the goals for the side, saying reaching the last four is not what they are aiming instead lifting the title is what they are eyeing.

"The top four is a small goal for us," Babar said at a pre-departure press conference.&nbsp;

"We want to come out as winners. We did not have enough time to put together a camp before the World Cup because we had been playing for too long continuously. Instead, we gave the players a break so they could come back refreshed and with the hunger to win. You play well when you have that hunger,” the skipper added.

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Pakistan Cricket Team landed in India for the first time since 2016 on Wednesday night in Hyderabad for the upcoming World Cup 2023, starting October 5. The fans gathered in huge numbers at the airport to welcome the Men in Green, many of them chanting Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi's name throughout.

Pakistan Cricket Team landed in India for the first time since 2016 on Wednesday night in Hyderabad for the upcoming World Cup 2023, starting October 5. The fans gathered in huge numbers at the airport to welcome the Men in Green, many of them chanting Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi's name throughout. The Pakistan Team was among the last to reach India for the marquee event. Dressed in beige trousers, white shirt and green coat with Pakistan Cricket's logo, the former World Cup winners were escorted by heavy security, with hundreds of cricket fans watching from a distance. ALSO READ: Not India vs Pakistan, South Africa vs Australia, England vs New Zealand! Steyn predicts CWC '23 finalists In the video uploaded by Pakistan Cricket, the Hyderabad hotel staff welcomed the team with a warm reception at the gate, adorning them with scarves and applauding them on their way to their rooms. Several Pakistan cricketers even posted on their social media handles, saying they appreciated the welcome they received in India, adding they are looking forward to playing in the country for the next one and a half months. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE - A warm welcome in Hyderabad as we land on Indian shores 👏#WeHaveWeWill | #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/poyWmFYIwK — Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) September 27, 2023 × Amidst all the talks of visa delays, the Pakistan management and players seemed pleased with the welcome. As per the latest updates on Pakistan Cricket's social media handles, players began outfield training on Thursday morning ahead of their first warm-up match against New Zealand on Friday. This match, however, is the only tie that will take place behind closed doors. Ready to roar: @RealHa55an begins the World Cup preparations 🏃☄️#WeHaveWeWill | #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/4RWGWr4GLR — Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) September 28, 2023 × With two major festivals culminating on September 28, the local agencies informed BCCI about being unable to provide adequate security for this game. The 1992 World Cup winners will face the Netherlands in their CWC opener on October 6 in Hyderabad before taking on Sri Lanka in their next tie four days later at the same venue. The marquee clash against the hosts India will take place on October 14 in Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, ahead of flying to India for the World Cup, Pakistan Captain Babar Azam outlined the goals for the side, saying reaching the last four is not what they are aiming instead lifting the title is what they are eyeing. "The top four is a small goal for us," Babar said at a pre-departure press conference. "We want to come out as winners. We did not have enough time to put together a camp before the World Cup because we had been playing for too long continuously. Instead, we gave the players a break so they could come back refreshed and with the hunger to win. You play well when you have that hunger,” the skipper added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has outlined plans for his international retirement but has vowed to continue after the upcoming ODI World Cup in India. Shakib, re-appointed as Bangladesh skipper will have a task in hand to lead the side to their maiden appearance in the World Cup semifinal. However, opening up on his international retirement, he is willing to continue at least until the Champions Trophy in Pakistan in 2025.

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"The 2025 Champions Trophy for ODIs and the 2024 T20 World Cup for T20Is. Tests may be sooner. Maybe (after the World Cup)," Shakib said while speaking to T-Sports.

"I will retire all at once, but I will stop playing each format one by one. I will announce my retirement after the 2025 Champions Trophy."

Shakib has been a great servant to Bangladesh cricket having represented the side since making his debut in 2006. So far he has played 240 ODI matches while also playing 117 T20Is and 66 Test matches. As an all-rounder for the national side, he has amassed nearly 14000 international runs and scalped 681 wickets. He remains one of the finest cricketers to have played for Bangladesh.

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"Given the current reality, I am captain only till the World Cup. Not a day more. I resigned from the captaincy on the 17th [of September]. I informed Papon bhai and emailed the CEO that I don't want to be the captain. The reasons were the same when I didn't want to captain ahead of the Asia Cup," Shakib said.

Bangladesh will open their ODI World Cup campaign on Saturday, October 7 against Afghanistan in Dharamsala. However, their preparations will get underway on Friday, September 29 against Sri Lanka while they will also face England on Monday, October 2 in the World Cup warm-up games. The team made an interesting choice ahead of the marquee tournament as they dropped former skipper Tamim Iqbal, despite him stating he is fit to go.

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Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has outlined plans for his international retirement but has vowed to continue after the upcoming ODI World Cup in India. Shakib, re-appointed as Bangladesh skipper will have a task in hand to lead the side to their maiden appearance in the World Cup semifinal.

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has outlined plans for his international retirement but has vowed to continue after the upcoming ODI World Cup in India. Shakib, re-appointed as Bangladesh skipper will have a task in hand to lead the side to their maiden appearance in the World Cup semifinal. However, opening up on his international retirement, he is willing to continue at least until the Champions Trophy in Pakistan in 2025. Shakib opens up on international retirement "The 2025 Champions Trophy for ODIs and the 2024 T20 World Cup for T20Is. Tests may be sooner. Maybe (after the World Cup)," Shakib said while speaking to T-Sports. "I will retire all at once, but I will stop playing each format one by one. I will announce my retirement after the 2025 Champions Trophy." Shakib has been a great servant to Bangladesh cricket having represented the side since making his debut in 2006. So far he has played 240 ODI matches while also playing 117 T20Is and 66 Test matches. As an all-rounder for the national side, he has amassed nearly 14000 international runs and scalped 681 wickets. He remains one of the finest cricketers to have played for Bangladesh. ALSO READ | Glenn Maxwell stars with ball as Australia beat India by 66 runs in final ODI, avoid whitewash "Given the current reality, I am captain only till the World Cup. Not a day more. I resigned from the captaincy on the 17th [of September]. I informed Papon bhai and emailed the CEO that I don't want to be the captain. The reasons were the same when I didn't want to captain ahead of the Asia Cup," Shakib said. Bangladesh will open their ODI World Cup campaign on Saturday, October 7 against Afghanistan in Dharamsala. However, their preparations will get underway on Friday, September 29 against Sri Lanka while they will also face England on Monday, October 2 in the World Cup warm-up games. The team made an interesting choice ahead of the marquee tournament as they dropped former skipper Tamim Iqbal, despite him stating he is fit to go. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Australia’s star man Mitchell Marsh has highlighted Glenn Maxwell’s importance to the side as the visitors salvaged a consolation win on Wednesday, 27 September in the final ODI. The win saw Maxwell play a key role as he scalped four wickets to prove his all-rounder ability. Already a prolific batter, his performance saw Australia clinch the final ODI in the three-match series by 66 runs but losing the series 1-2.

<h2>Marsh addresses Maxwell’s importance</h2>

"It was a great spell. He came back after having not played much cricket for the last (few) months. It was great to see him back. It is the energy that Maxi brings to the team, his presence, and the balance that he gives us," Marsh said during the post-match press conference.

"We obviously know that his batting is absolutely class but what he can do with the ball, and the options that he will give us with our all-rounders is vital for us going into the World Cup,” Maxwell said.

Like Maxwell, 31-year-old Marsh also played a key role in Australia’s dominant win as he scored 96 runs in 84 balls. However, he was unlucky to miss out on a hundred having enjoyed a prolific last few months. He, along with David Warner (56), put up an opening stand of 78 runs. Marsh would later partner Steven Smith (74) for a stand of 137 runs for the second wicket.

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However, Kuldeep Yadav got the better of him in the 28th over as he missed out on his second ODI hundred. Later, the ever-impressive Marnus Labuschagne scored a brilliant 72-run knock as Australia scored 352 runs in their 50 overs. Jasprit Bumrah scalped three wickets for India while Kuldeep ended with a brace.

In reply, Australia restricted India to 286 with Maxwell getting four wickets in the contest. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli both got starts on their return to the team while the Men in Blue fell short of the target before being bowled out.

The Aussies will get their ODI World Cup campaign underway on Sunday, October 8 against hosts India. They will take on the Netherlands on Saturday, September 30 in their first warm-up game,&nbsp;while Pakistan await them in the second warm-up match on Tuesday, October 3.

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Australia’s star man Mitchell Marsh has highlighted Glenn Maxwell’s importance to the side as the visitors salvaged a consolation win on Wednesday, 27 September in the final ODI.

Australia’s star man Mitchell Marsh has highlighted Glenn Maxwell’s importance to the side as the visitors salvaged a consolation win on Wednesday, 27 September in the final ODI. The win saw Maxwell play a key role as he scalped four wickets to prove his all-rounder ability. Already a prolific batter, his performance saw Australia clinch the final ODI in the three-match series by 66 runs but losing the series 1-2. Marsh addresses Maxwell’s importance "It was a great spell. He came back after having not played much cricket for the last (few) months. It was great to see him back. It is the energy that Maxi brings to the team, his presence, and the balance that he gives us," Marsh said during the post-match press conference. "We obviously know that his batting is absolutely class but what he can do with the ball, and the options that he will give us with our all-rounders is vital for us going into the World Cup,” Maxwell said. Like Maxwell, 31-year-old Marsh also played a key role in Australia’s dominant win as he scored 96 runs in 84 balls. However, he was unlucky to miss out on a hundred having enjoyed a prolific last few months. He, along with David Warner (56), put up an opening stand of 78 runs. Marsh would later partner Steven Smith (74) for a stand of 137 runs for the second wicket. ALSO READ | Glenn Maxwell stars with ball as Australia beat India by 66 runs in final ODI, avoid whitewash However, Kuldeep Yadav got the better of him in the 28th over as he missed out on his second ODI hundred. Later, the ever-impressive Marnus Labuschagne scored a brilliant 72-run knock as Australia scored 352 runs in their 50 overs. Jasprit Bumrah scalped three wickets for India while Kuldeep ended with a brace. In reply, Australia restricted India to 286 with Maxwell getting four wickets in the contest. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli both got starts on their return to the team while the Men in Blue fell short of the target before being bowled out. The Aussies will get their ODI World Cup campaign underway on Sunday, October 8 against hosts India. They will take on the Netherlands on Saturday, September 30 in their first warm-up game, while Pakistan await them in the second warm-up match on Tuesday, October 3. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Contrary to what the narrative was in the media as to why veteran Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal got dropped from the World Cup squad, with BCB officials claiming back injury to be the reason, Tamim, in his latest video uploaded on his Facebook page, revealed what went behind the scene, prompting him to request the selectors to drop him in the first place.

Though Tamim admits to feeling discomfort in his troubled back despite returning to the side for the New Zealand series (having played only one ODI – 2nd game), the left-handed batter revealed following a closed-door discussion with one of the top BCB officials that things fell apart between them.

Tamim said the official informed him that they were thinking of taking him to the World Cup (even knowing about his fitness) and asked him to play while managing his injury and workload. Tamim added the official said should he get picked in the first place, the Bangladesh batter should either sit out of the opener against Afghanistan or bat in the middle order, something he has never done on the international stage.

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"A top-level official of the board who is involved with our cricket called me and told me that you will go to World Cup and we have to make you play by managing [your fitness]," Tamim said in the video posted on his Facebook page.

“He said, 'do one thing, you don't play the opening game against Afghanistan'. I told him, look there are still 10 to 12 days and in 12-13 days I will be in a good state so why I should not be playing? Then he said, 'If you play, we are planning to send you down the order.'”

"You have to understand I'm coming from which mindset. I played a good innings after a while (against New Zealand), and I was happy about it. But all of a sudden these kinds of words were not something that I could take," Tamim added.

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Tamim said he expressed displeasure over this thought process, which made him uncomfortable on many grounds. The unclarity in the scheme of things in the lead-up to the World Cup caused unrest during the conversation, after which Tamim requested all parties concerned to keep him out of the World Cup.&nbsp;

"I am playing in the same position for the last 17 years and, I never batted at three or four. If I was batting at three or four and later my batting position was changed up and down, in that case, it could be adjusted. But I don't have any experience batting at three and four position. Certainly, I did not take it well. I was feeling that I am forced in a lot of areas willingly, like it is going well let's do something new [to irritate him]. That is what I was feeling."

"At that point, I said that if you are thinking like this then don't send me because I don't want to be part of this dirty game. Later, I spoke a lot with him that I don't want to disclose on this platform, and I want it to remain between the two of us. Still, I told him that if these things happen don't keep me because I don't want to be part of these dirty things," Tamim added. 
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Contrary to what the narrative was in the media as to why veteran Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal got dropped from the World Cup squad, with BCB officials claiming back injury to be the reason, Tamim, in his latest video uploaded on his Facebook page, revealed what went behind the scene, prompting him to request the selectors to drop him in the first place.

Contrary to what the narrative was in the media as to why veteran Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal got dropped from the World Cup squad, with BCB officials claiming back injury to be the reason, Tamim, in his latest video uploaded on his Facebook page, revealed what went behind the scene, prompting him to request the selectors to drop him in the first place. Though Tamim admits to feeling discomfort in his troubled back despite returning to the side for the New Zealand series (having played only one ODI – 2nd game), the left-handed batter revealed following a closed-door discussion with one of the top BCB officials that things fell apart between them. Tamim said the official informed him that they were thinking of taking him to the World Cup (even knowing about his fitness) and asked him to play while managing his injury and workload. Tamim added the official said should he get picked in the first place, the Bangladesh batter should either sit out of the opener against Afghanistan or bat in the middle order, something he has never done on the international stage. ALSO READ: Pakistan players-PCB agree on landmark deal as new central contracts signed "A top-level official of the board who is involved with our cricket called me and told me that you will go to World Cup and we have to make you play by managing [your fitness]," Tamim said in the video posted on his Facebook page. “He said, 'do one thing, you don't play the opening game against Afghanistan'. I told him, look there are still 10 to 12 days and in 12-13 days I will be in a good state so why I should not be playing? Then he said, 'If you play, we are planning to send you down the order.'” "You have to understand I'm coming from which mindset. I played a good innings after a while (against New Zealand), and I was happy about it. But all of a sudden these kinds of words were not something that I could take," Tamim added. ‘I felt I was forced...’ Tamim said he expressed displeasure over this thought process, which made him uncomfortable on many grounds. The unclarity in the scheme of things in the lead-up to the World Cup caused unrest during the conversation, after which Tamim requested all parties concerned to keep him out of the World Cup. "I am playing in the same position for the last 17 years and, I never batted at three or four. If I was batting at three or four and later my batting position was changed up and down, in that case, it could be adjusted. But I don't have any experience batting at three and four position. Certainly, I did not take it well. I was feeling that I am forced in a lot of areas willingly, like it is going well let's do something new [to irritate him]. That is what I was feeling." "At that point, I said that if you are thinking like this then don't send me because I don't want to be part of this dirty game. Later, I spoke a lot with him that I don't want to disclose on this platform, and I want it to remain between the two of us. Still, I told him that if these things happen don't keep me because I don't want to be part of these dirty things," Tamim added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

‘He asked me to skip first match’ – Tamim Iqbal’s shocking revelation behind World Cup exclusion

Bangladesh face their worst nightmare as Tamim Iqbal got ruled out of the World Cup 2023 with a back injury. Tamim was in contention to get picked for the marquee event, but after meeting with Bangladesh’s Cricket Board (BCB) top brass, including the selectors, he got dropped from the final 15 picked on Tuesday in Dhaka.

As per the latest reports, Tamim informed the selectors about him not being a hundred per cent fit and could push for a maximum of five games during the World Cup if he gets picked.&nbsp;

The BCB was supposed to announce their final 15 before 6 PM on Tuesday but delayed the announcement because they wanted the 3rd ODI, which was being played at that time in Dhaka, to get over. Later, the BCB announced their final 15 on their social media handles without providing any explanation as to why Tamim got overlooked.

Tamim announced his retirement earlier in July and made a U-turn the next day upon meeting the Bangladesh prime minister. While he remained out of contention for the Asia Cup 2023, the left-handed batter got picked for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand. He played in the second One-Dayer, scoring 44 runs, but got ruled out of the next tie owing to a precautionary measure relating to his troubled back.

Other than Tamim’s exclusion, no other surprises were there in the 15-man squad announcement.&nbsp;

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Legendary Shakib Al Hasan will lead the side, while keeper-batter Litton Das will be his deputy. Mushfiqur Rahim will keep the wickets, and Nazmul Shanto will take the number three slot.

Tanzid Hasan will be Das’ opening partner, Towhid Hridoy will play in the middle order while returning Mahmudullah and all-rounder Mahedi Hasan to take up the lower-order role. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who was used as a floater in ODIs this year, has played at four different positions, including opening during the Asia Cup, to continue playing the same role.

Bangladesh’s pace attack is one to look out for with Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman and Tanzim Hasan, whereas, spinner Nasum Ahmed finds himself in the 15-man squad following an impressive Asia Cup outing.

Bangladesh will open their CWC campaign against Afghanistan on October 7.

<h2>Here is Bangladesh’s final 15-man squad for the World Cup –</h2>

Shakib Al Hasan (capt), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (vice-capt), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Mahedi Hasan, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan, Mahmudullah

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Bangladesh face their worst nightmare as Tamim Iqbal got ruled out of the World Cup 2023 with a back injury. Tamim was in contention to get picked for the marquee event, but after meeting with Bangladesh’s Cricket Board (BCB) top brass, including the selectors, he got dropped from the final 15 picked on Tuesday in Dhaka.

Bangladesh face their worst nightmare as Tamim Iqbal got ruled out of the World Cup 2023 with a back injury. Tamim was in contention to get picked for the marquee event, but after meeting with Bangladesh’s Cricket Board (BCB) top brass, including the selectors, he got dropped from the final 15 picked on Tuesday in Dhaka. As per the latest reports, Tamim informed the selectors about him not being a hundred per cent fit and could push for a maximum of five games during the World Cup if he gets picked. The BCB was supposed to announce their final 15 before 6 PM on Tuesday but delayed the announcement because they wanted the 3rd ODI, which was being played at that time in Dhaka, to get over. Later, the BCB announced their final 15 on their social media handles without providing any explanation as to why Tamim got overlooked. Tamim announced his retirement earlier in July and made a U-turn the next day upon meeting the Bangladesh prime minister. While he remained out of contention for the Asia Cup 2023, the left-handed batter got picked for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand. He played in the second One-Dayer, scoring 44 runs, but got ruled out of the next tie owing to a precautionary measure relating to his troubled back. Other than Tamim’s exclusion, no other surprises were there in the 15-man squad announcement. ALSO READ: IND vs AUS 2023: Mitchell Starc, Maxwell set to return for 3rd ODI as Australia look to avoid whitewash Legendary Shakib Al Hasan will lead the side, while keeper-batter Litton Das will be his deputy. Mushfiqur Rahim will keep the wickets, and Nazmul Shanto will take the number three slot. Tanzid Hasan will be Das’ opening partner, Towhid Hridoy will play in the middle order while returning Mahmudullah and all-rounder Mahedi Hasan to take up the lower-order role. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who was used as a floater in ODIs this year, has played at four different positions, including opening during the Asia Cup, to continue playing the same role. Bangladesh’s pace attack is one to look out for with Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman and Tanzim Hasan, whereas, spinner Nasum Ahmed finds himself in the 15-man squad following an impressive Asia Cup outing. Bangladesh will open their CWC campaign against Afghanistan on October 7. Here is Bangladesh’s final 15-man squad for the World Cup – Shakib Al Hasan (capt), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (vice-capt), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Mahedi Hasan, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan, Mahmudullah WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The Pakistan Cricket is undergoing a rough time off the pitch. While the players have produced some stunning performances recently to put their country on top in white-ball cricket, issues outside the field have kept everyone discontent with PCB’s functionalities. The latest reports from Pakistan suggest the players are mulling over boycotting wearing jerseys with sponsored logos during the World Cup 2023 in their revert to ongoing tensions with the PCB over new contract signings.

Per a report in Cricket Pakistan, the Men in Green have not received any payments in terms of monthly retainers or match fees from the PCB for the past four months, upsetting the players, who until now were protesting silently against it.&nbsp;

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Though the players refrained from taking any action that could lead to added tension in the lead-up to the World Cup 2023, they have now come forward to contemplate the possibility of boycotting wearing jerseys with sponsor logos during the marquee event.

A Pakistani cricketer on the condition of staying anonymous, said they are even willing to play for free for the country but not ready to endorse sponsor logos on their jerseys affiliated with the board, on the account that their salaries are not paid on time.

<h2>Reputation at stake</h2>

The player also admitted the Pakistan Cricket Team may deny participating in ICC-related media events during the World Cup, putting the board’s and team’s reputation at stake.

"We are willing to represent Pakistan for free, but our question is why we should promote sponsors' logos that are affiliated with the board. Similarly, we may decline to participate in promotional activities and other events. During the World Cup, we won't engage in ICC's commercial promotions and activities either,” an unnamed Pakistan cricketer told Pakistan Cricket.&nbsp;

The sources close to the information revealed top players (across all formats) would receive an impressive monthly retainer fee of PKR 4.5 million; however, after taxes and deductions, they would only receive around PKR 2.2 to 2.3 million, something the players are negotiating over.

While the players are now said to be demanding a share of the revenue the PCB received from the ICC and sponsors, the Pakistan Cricket Board feel the contracts offered to the players are fair and that players’ agents are trying to influence their stance as things stand.

Meanwhile, Pakistan is set to fly to India for the World Cup 2023 in a couple of days, playing their first of the two warm-up games against New Zealand in Hyderabad on September 29.

Pakistan will open their account against the Netherlands on Friday, October 6, while the marquee clash against India will take place in Ahmedabad on Saturday, October 14.

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The Pakistan Cricket is undergoing a rough time off the pitch. While the players have produced some stunning performances recently to put their country on top in white-ball cricket, issues outside the field have kept everyone discontent with PCB’s functionalities. The latest reports from Pakistan suggest the players are mulling over boycotting wearing jerseys with sponsored logos during the World Cup 2023 in their revert to ongoing tensions with the PCB over new contract signings. Per a report in Cricket Pakistan, the Men in Green have not received any payments in terms of monthly retainers or match fees from the PCB for the past four months, upsetting the players, who until now were protesting silently against it. ALSO READ: Wanindu Hasaranga doubtful for World Cup as Sri Lanka remain dicey on final 15 Though the players refrained from taking any action that could lead to added tension in the lead-up to the World Cup 2023, they have now come forward to contemplate the possibility of boycotting wearing jerseys with sponsor logos during the marquee event. A Pakistani cricketer on the condition of staying anonymous, said they are even willing to play for free for the country but not ready to endorse sponsor logos on their jerseys affiliated with the board, on the account that their salaries are not paid on time. Reputation at stake The player also admitted the Pakistan Cricket Team may deny participating in ICC-related media events during the World Cup, putting the board’s and team’s reputation at stake. "We are willing to represent Pakistan for free, but our question is why we should promote sponsors' logos that are affiliated with the board. Similarly, we may decline to participate in promotional activities and other events. During the World Cup, we won't engage in ICC's commercial promotions and activities either,” an unnamed Pakistan cricketer told Pakistan Cricket. The sources close to the information revealed top players (across all formats) would receive an impressive monthly retainer fee of PKR 4.5 million; however, after taxes and deductions, they would only receive around PKR 2.2 to 2.3 million, something the players are negotiating over. While the players are now said to be demanding a share of the revenue the PCB received from the ICC and sponsors, the Pakistan Cricket Board feel the contracts offered to the players are fair and that players’ agents are trying to influence their stance as things stand. Meanwhile, Pakistan is set to fly to India for the World Cup 2023 in a couple of days, playing their first of the two warm-up games against New Zealand in Hyderabad on September 29. Pakistan will open their account against the Netherlands on Friday, October 6, while the marquee clash against India will take place in Ahmedabad on Saturday, October 14. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Star Sri Lanka all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga aggravated his Grade 3 hamstring tear and could likely remain out of contention for a place in the XI for World Cup 2023. More so he might also require surgery, ruling him out for an indefinite period. The latest reports suggest Sri Lanka might include him in the final 15 for the marquee event in the hope of him attaining fitness during the fag end of the tournament.

Speaking with ESPNcricinfo, Arjuna de Silva, Sri Lanka’s medical committee head, indicated Hasaranga might not get fit in time for any game during the mega event, starting October 5.

"Medically, it seems unlikely that Wanindu will be fit," De Silva said.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the report revealed the current status of bowlers Dushmantha Chameera and spinner Mahesh Theekshana. While seasoned seamer Chameera, who picked up a pictorial injury earlier, is said to be up and running in the nets, managing his workload, Maheesh Theekshana, who strained his hamstring ahead of the Asia Cup final, is in rehab.&nbsp;

However, the good news is both are expected to get fit before Sri Lanka’s first World Cup game against South Africa on Saturday, October 7.

De Silva also provided some updates on the two other seamers – Dilshan Madushanka and Lahiru Theekshana, who missed Asia Cup 2023, revealing both are fully fit and raring to go.

With the deadline date for all teams to name their final 15 being September 28, Sri Lanka has a few days to list the squad.&nbsp;

<h2>Wanindu’s absence a big blow for Sri Lanka</h2>

Sri Lanka’s best bowler, Wanindu Hasaranga, took the World Cup Qualifiers 2023 in Zimbabwe by storm, picking up 22 wickets from seven games at 12.91. He also picked up three six-wicket hauls, dismantling the opposition at will. His exploits were essential in helping Sri Lanka win the tournament and seal a World Cup berth.

Meanwhile, Hasaranga was also expected to remain fit and available for the Asia Cup, but a last-moment injury ruled him out of the competition.

Alongside him, Sri Lanka missed some of their first-team bowlers but still managed to reach the finals, which they lost to India in a one-sided contest by ten wickets.&nbsp;

Sri Lanka will face hosts India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on November 2.

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Star Sri Lanka all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga aggravated his Grade 3 hamstring tear and could likely remain out of contention for a place in the XI for World Cup 2023.

Star Sri Lanka all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga aggravated his Grade 3 hamstring tear and could likely remain out of contention for a place in the XI for World Cup 2023. More so he might also require surgery, ruling him out for an indefinite period. The latest reports suggest Sri Lanka might include him in the final 15 for the marquee event in the hope of him attaining fitness during the fag end of the tournament. Speaking with ESPNcricinfo, Arjuna de Silva, Sri Lanka’s medical committee head, indicated Hasaranga might not get fit in time for any game during the mega event, starting October 5. "Medically, it seems unlikely that Wanindu will be fit," De Silva said. Meanwhile, the report revealed the current status of bowlers Dushmantha Chameera and spinner Mahesh Theekshana. While seasoned seamer Chameera, who picked up a pictorial injury earlier, is said to be up and running in the nets, managing his workload, Maheesh Theekshana, who strained his hamstring ahead of the Asia Cup final, is in rehab. However, the good news is both are expected to get fit before Sri Lanka’s first World Cup game against South Africa on Saturday, October 7. De Silva also provided some updates on the two other seamers – Dilshan Madushanka and Lahiru Theekshana, who missed Asia Cup 2023, revealing both are fully fit and raring to go. With the deadline date for all teams to name their final 15 being September 28, Sri Lanka has a few days to list the squad. Wanindu’s absence a big blow for Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s best bowler, Wanindu Hasaranga, took the World Cup Qualifiers 2023 in Zimbabwe by storm, picking up 22 wickets from seven games at 12.91. He also picked up three six-wicket hauls, dismantling the opposition at will. His exploits were essential in helping Sri Lanka win the tournament and seal a World Cup berth. Meanwhile, Hasaranga was also expected to remain fit and available for the Asia Cup, but a last-moment injury ruled him out of the competition. Alongside him, Sri Lanka missed some of their first-team bowlers but still managed to reach the finals, which they lost to India in a one-sided contest by ten wickets. Sri Lanka will face hosts India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on November 2. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Ex-India batter Gautam Gambhir is in awe of Babar Azam’s exceptional talent. A batter of supreme quality, Babar is a batter to look out for in the upcoming World Cup 2023, Gambhir reckons. Despite the likes of star Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, alongside returning New Zealand captain and veteran Aussie opener David Warner, all looking strong to end CWC as top run-getters, Gambhir feels the Pakistan captain might edge everyone on the list, setting the marquee event on fire.

Speaking with Star Sports, Gambhir acknowledged Babar Azam’s unique ability to compete against the top bowlers in the toughest of conditions, saying,&nbsp;"Babar Azam has that every quality that he can set this World Cup on fire. I have seen very few players who have a lot of time to bat. I believe that there is Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Joe Root and David Warner, but Babar Azam has a different level of quality," Gambhir said on Star Sports.&nbsp;

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The ranked number one ODI batter, Babar, is already considered to be Pakistan’s greatest ever. With 5409 runs in 105 ODI innings, the right-handed player averages close to 60 (58.16), including 19 hundreds and 28 half-centuries to his name. Babar holds the record of the quickest batter to 5000 ODI runs (in 97 innings), beating Hashim Amla’s tally of 101 innings.&nbsp;

Even during the recently concluded Asia Cup in Sri Lanka and Pakistan, Babar registered the highest individual score, hitting 151 against Nepal in the opener in Multan. With 207 runs in four innings, he was the fourth-highest run-scorer in the tournament.

<h2>Naseem out, Hasan Ali in for CWC 2023</h2>

Pakistan suffered a blow in the lead-up to the World Cup as their star seamer Naseem Shah got ruled out due to a shoulder injury he sustained during the game against India in Asia Cup 2023. In his place, the Pakistan selectors roped in experienced Hasan Ali into the 15.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Pakistan Team is waiting for their visa arrivals and thus postponed their brief trip to Dubai before flying to India for the World Cup. The Men in Green will face New Zealand in their first warm-up game in Hyderabad on September 29 behind closed doors.

Babar Azam-led side will open their World Cup 2023 campaign against the Netherlands on October 6 in Hyderabad.

<h3>Pakistan World Cup squad –</h3>

Babar Azam (captain), Shadab Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jr

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Ex-India batter Gautam Gambhir is in awe of Babar Azam’s exceptional talent. A batter of supreme quality, Babar is a batter to look out for in the upcoming World Cup 2023, Gambhir reckons.

Ex-India batter Gautam Gambhir is in awe of Babar Azam’s exceptional talent. A batter of supreme quality, Babar is a batter to look out for in the upcoming World Cup 2023, Gambhir reckons. Despite the likes of star Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, alongside returning New Zealand captain and veteran Aussie opener David Warner, all looking strong to end CWC as top run-getters, Gambhir feels the Pakistan captain might edge everyone on the list, setting the marquee event on fire. Speaking with Star Sports, Gambhir acknowledged Babar Azam’s unique ability to compete against the top bowlers in the toughest of conditions, saying, "Babar Azam has that every quality that he can set this World Cup on fire. I have seen very few players who have a lot of time to bat. I believe that there is Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Joe Root and David Warner, but Babar Azam has a different level of quality," Gambhir said on Star Sports. ALSO READ: Gautam Gambhir reveals India’s ultimate challenge at CWC 2023, picks THIS team as toughest opponent The ranked number one ODI batter, Babar, is already considered to be Pakistan’s greatest ever. With 5409 runs in 105 ODI innings, the right-handed player averages close to 60 (58.16), including 19 hundreds and 28 half-centuries to his name. Babar holds the record of the quickest batter to 5000 ODI runs (in 97 innings), beating Hashim Amla’s tally of 101 innings. Even during the recently concluded Asia Cup in Sri Lanka and Pakistan, Babar registered the highest individual score, hitting 151 against Nepal in the opener in Multan. With 207 runs in four innings, he was the fourth-highest run-scorer in the tournament. Naseem out, Hasan Ali in for CWC 2023 Pakistan suffered a blow in the lead-up to the World Cup as their star seamer Naseem Shah got ruled out due to a shoulder injury he sustained during the game against India in Asia Cup 2023. In his place, the Pakistan selectors roped in experienced Hasan Ali into the 15. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Team is waiting for their visa arrivals and thus postponed their brief trip to Dubai before flying to India for the World Cup. The Men in Green will face New Zealand in their first warm-up game in Hyderabad on September 29 behind closed doors. Babar Azam-led side will open their World Cup 2023 campaign against the Netherlands on October 6 in Hyderabad. Pakistan World Cup squad – Babar Azam (captain), Shadab Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jr WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Babar Azam has every quality to set  World Cup 2023 on fire: Gautam Gambhir

India head coach Rahul Dravid has confirmed that under-pressure batsman Suryakumar Yadav is going to play in the first two ODIs against Australia in the upcoming three-match series. The series against Australia starts Friday, September 22 in Mohali.

"We completely back Suryakumar Yadav. We believe he will do well in ODI Cricket and turn things around in ODIs, and will be getting an opportunity in the first two ODIs against Australia," Dravid said ahead of the first ODI.

With the ODI World Cup just a couple of weeks away, the Australia series gives India one final shot at ironing out the last few creases ahead of the quadrennial tournament. India although are in good form, as evident from their triumphant Asia Cup 2023 campaign.&nbsp;

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The Men in Blue, however, have decided to rest key players from their World Cup squad for the first two ODIs against Australia. The players who have been rested include skipper Rohit Sharma, ace batter Virat Kohli, all-rounder Hardik Pandya and lead spinner Kuldeep Yadav.

The side will be led by KL Rahul in the first two games, who himself made a comeback in style at the Asia Cup 2023. The matches, Dravid's last chance to assess India's bench strength, will be a golden opportunity for Surya to step up and perform to the best of his abilities.

The fact that Australia would be without their ace bowler Mitchell Starc and with Pat Cummins making a comeback after an injury, should give India and Surya a decent shot at minting money out of the situation.

Apart from Surya, it would also be interesting to see if India play spinner Ravichandran Ashwin who has been called up following an injury to Axar Patel at the Asia Cup.

As for the third ODI, India have named more or less the same squad which will play the ODI World Cup, with Axar retaining his place for now. The World Cup starts on October 5 next month and India start their campaign against Australia on October 8.

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India head coach Rahul Dravid has confirmed that under-pressure batsman Suryakumar Yadav is going to play in the first two ODIs against Australia in the upcoming three-match series.

India head coach Rahul Dravid has confirmed that under-pressure batsman Suryakumar Yadav is going to play in the first two ODIs against Australia in the upcoming three-match series. The series against Australia starts Friday, September 22 in Mohali. "We completely back Suryakumar Yadav. We believe he will do well in ODI Cricket and turn things around in ODIs, and will be getting an opportunity in the first two ODIs against Australia," Dravid said ahead of the first ODI. With the ODI World Cup just a couple of weeks away, the Australia series gives India one final shot at ironing out the last few creases ahead of the quadrennial tournament. India although are in good form, as evident from their triumphant Asia Cup 2023 campaign. Also Read: Jason Roy opts out of Ireland ODIs after England World Cup squad snub The Men in Blue, however, have decided to rest key players from their World Cup squad for the first two ODIs against Australia. The players who have been rested include skipper Rohit Sharma, ace batter Virat Kohli, all-rounder Hardik Pandya and lead spinner Kuldeep Yadav. The side will be led by KL Rahul in the first two games, who himself made a comeback in style at the Asia Cup 2023. The matches, Dravid's last chance to assess India's bench strength, will be a golden opportunity for Surya to step up and perform to the best of his abilities. The fact that Australia would be without their ace bowler Mitchell Starc and with Pat Cummins making a comeback after an injury, should give India and Surya a decent shot at minting money out of the situation. Apart from Surya, it would also be interesting to see if India play spinner Ravichandran Ashwin who has been called up following an injury to Axar Patel at the Asia Cup. As for the third ODI, India have named more or less the same squad which will play the ODI World Cup, with Axar retaining his place for now. The World Cup starts on October 5 next month and India start their campaign against Australia on October 8. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Former India World Cup winner Suresh Raina has backed Shubman Gill to explode in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India as they get ready for the carnival of cricket. Raina, member of the 2011 World Cup winning squad, reckons Gill has all the tools in his arsenal to replicate Rohit Sharma’s form from the 2019 edition of the World Cup. The current Indian skipper scored four hundreds at the tournament and led his nation to the semifinals before an excruciating exit in the semifinal against New Zealand brought his campaign to an end.

<h2>Raina backs Gill</h2>

"He's been consistent for a year and a half. He struggled in the middle against West Indies, but the way he's come back and scored good runs in the Asia Cup. He is looking positive, using good footwork, and from getting out at 40 against the West Indies, he is now comfortably hitting 50s and even 100s. He'll be one of the most important players at the World Cup," Suresh Raina told Jio Cinema.

So far in the calendar year, Gill has amassed nine hundreds – six for India and three for Indian Premier League (IPL) side Gujarat Titans (GT). He is currently enjoying the form of his life that also saw him win the Orange Cap at the IPL 2023 with 890 runs. According to Raina, the kind of form Gill is in, he could replicate the success story of Rohit.

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Rohit had scored 648 runs in nine matches with a best of 140 against Pakistan in Manchester. Alongside his four hundreds, he also scored 57 against Australia at the Oval to stamp his authority on the tournament. Gill in 2023 has scored six international hundreds with a double hundred against New Zealand in January.

India’s ODI World Cup campaign will get underway in Chennai on Sunday, October 8 against record champions Australia, who will be buying for their sixth title. India will also face the Aussies in a three-match ODI series that starts on Friday, September 22. India will also face defending champions England in the World Cup warm-up games on Saturday, September 30.

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Former India World Cup winner Suresh Raina has backed Shubman Gill to explode in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India as they get ready for the carnival of cricket.

Former India World Cup winner Suresh Raina has backed Shubman Gill to explode in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India as they get ready for the carnival of cricket. Raina, member of the 2011 World Cup winning squad, reckons Gill has all the tools in his arsenal to replicate Rohit Sharma’s form from the 2019 edition of the World Cup. The current Indian skipper scored four hundreds at the tournament and led his nation to the semifinals before an excruciating exit in the semifinal against New Zealand brought his campaign to an end. Raina backs Gill "He's been consistent for a year and a half. He struggled in the middle against West Indies, but the way he's come back and scored good runs in the Asia Cup. He is looking positive, using good footwork, and from getting out at 40 against the West Indies, he is now comfortably hitting 50s and even 100s. He'll be one of the most important players at the World Cup," Suresh Raina told Jio Cinema. So far in the calendar year, Gill has amassed nine hundreds – six for India and three for Indian Premier League (IPL) side Gujarat Titans (GT). He is currently enjoying the form of his life that also saw him win the Orange Cap at the IPL 2023 with 890 runs. According to Raina, the kind of form Gill is in, he could replicate the success story of Rohit. ALSO READ | In Pics: A brief history of all India vs Pakistan matches in ODI World Cups Rohit had scored 648 runs in nine matches with a best of 140 against Pakistan in Manchester. Alongside his four hundreds, he also scored 57 against Australia at the Oval to stamp his authority on the tournament. Gill in 2023 has scored six international hundreds with a double hundred against New Zealand in January. India’s ODI World Cup campaign will get underway in Chennai on Sunday, October 8 against record champions Australia, who will be buying for their sixth title. India will also face the Aussies in a three-match ODI series that starts on Friday, September 22. India will also face defending champions England in the World Cup warm-up games on Saturday, September 30. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Former World Cup winner backs Shubman Gill to replicate Rohit Sharma's 2019 form, 'he is looking positive'

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