Combined with the batting pyrotechnics of Virat Kohli, who created history on his 35th birthday by scoring his 49th ODI century, equalling Sachin Tendulkar's record of most ODI tons, and Ravindra Jadeja's five-wicket haul, a rampant India ran riot at the Eden Gardens, decimating South Afr
Virat Kohli created history on his 35th birthday by scoring his 49th ODI century, equalling Sachin Tendulkar's record of most ODI tons and guiding India to 326/5 in 50 overs against South Africa here at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Head coach Rahul Dravid emphasised on Indian team focusing on the next game rather than thinking about who they are going to face in the final or semi-final of the ongoing World Cup ahead of their clash against South Africa.
Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott talked about the importance of team mentor Ajay Jadeja who brings in his experience and uses it to help the players utilize their talent during the ongoing World Cup.
The Gujarat Police has busted an interstate gang involved in the making of fake death certificates for obtaining the policy money. Three accused have been arrested in the case and the hunt for the remaining three is underway.
After India mauled defending champions England on Sunday, riding largely on a sensational effort with the ball led by Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah, former English opener Michael Atherton heaped praise on the hosts for having the "best all-round bowling attack".
Shreyas Iyer became the latest recipient of the fielder of the match award by fielding coach T Dilip besting the likes of Mohammed Siraj and Virat Kohli after India's four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ongoing World Cup.
With this win, India recorded its fifth successive win and is at the top of the table with 10 points. NZ is at number two now with four wins and a loss, totalling eight points.
With this win, India has its fifth successive win and is at the top of the table with 10 points. NZ is at number two now with four wins and a loss, totalling to eight points.
India will lock horns against New Zealand at Dharamshala on Sunday. Both teams are undefeated in the tournament, having won four matches each and having eight points. New Zealand is at the top due to a better net run rate. Notably, India has not beaten the Kiwis at any ICC tournament since 2