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Gayle scored a trademark fifty off just 33 balls as the West Indies secured a seven-wicket win over Pakistan in their World Cup opener at Trent Bridge Friday.

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Russell, Gayle to be fully fit for Australia clash

June 1, 2019

Nottingham: West Indies captain Jason Holder have put concerns over fitness of Chris Gayle and Andre Russell to rest, saying ...

The Proteas suffered a 104-run thrashing against hosts England in the tournament's opening match Thursday.

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Du Plessis challenges SA to make amends for poor start

June 1, 2019

London: South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has challenged his side to make amends for the painful start to their ...

Babar Azam walks back to the pavilion after getting out for 22.

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Pakistan skittled out for their second lowest World Cup total

May 31, 2019

Nottingham: Oshane Thomas took four wickets (4/27) as West Indies skittled Pakistan for their second-lowest World Cup total of 105 ...

Half centuries by Jason Roy (54), Joe Root (51), Morgan (57) and all-rounder Ben Stokes (89) helped the hosts post 311 for eight before they bundled South Africa for a paltry 207.

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Morgan hails England’s adaptability in win against SA

May 31, 2019

London: Skipper Eoin Morgan rued that a sluggish track did not allow them post a desired total but hailed the ...

South Africa were thrashed by 104 runs by hosts England in the opening match of the ICC World Cup, which began at The Oval Thursday.

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SA satisfied with bowling effort despite crushing defeat: Ngidi

May 31, 2019

London: Handed a massive defeat in their World Cup opener, South African pacer Lungi Ngidi said the team was satisfied ...

It was a rare occasion Thursday when Kohli, usually seen batting at the nets, rolled his arms as well. The run-machine was seen trying a few off-cutters in the nets.

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Watch Virat Kohli hone his bowling skills during practice

May 31, 2019

London: If India skipper Virat Kohli could be defined in a word, it would be just 'passionate', and the 30-year-old ...

Afghanistan secured their place in the World Cup, which started Thursday, by beating Ireland on their way to winning last year's qualifying tournament.

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Cricket brings joy to war-torn Afghanistan

May 31, 2019

Kabul: When automatic gunfire erupted across Kabul last week, residents initially feared yet another terror attack was under way. Flag-waving ...

The Black Caps reached the final four years ago for the first time after six semi-final defeats, only to be soundly beaten by Australia in Melbourne.

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New Zealand ready to start WC bid against Sri Lanka

May 31, 2019

London: New Zealand are happy to go under the radar as they prepare to launch their campaign for World Cup ...

The star batsmen were both banned for a year for their roles in a ball-tampering scandal but they have found form on their return to the international set-up.

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Eyes on Smith, Warner as Australia face Afghanistan

May 31, 2019

London: Steve Smith and David Warner will seek redemption on the biggest stage as they re-launch their one-day international careers ...

Stokes capped a man-of-the-match display in England's 104-run victory at the Oval with one of the greatest catches in World Cup history.

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Humble Stokes plays down ‘catch of the century’ talk

May 31, 2019

London: Ben Stokes insists his astonishing catch in England's World Cup rout of South Africa Thursday doesn't rank as the ...

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Race for Right

August 12, 2026

A colossal tragedy on a sea has given fillip to ultra-right politics in Italy, Germany and the UK. The three...

August 11, 2026

Police used water cannons, lobbed tear gas shells, and lathi-charged job aspirants as they breached barricades multiple times on 10...

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The defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, signed in Mecca on the principle that an attack on one...

August 9, 2026

By Aakar Patel There was a remarkable exchange in the Delhi High Court this week. The government was asked why...

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