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World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

AHMEDABAD: What will be ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's future was a question floating around as the burly New Zealander was nowhere to be seen during pitch preparation 48 hours ahead of the World Cup final between India and Australia.

The Times of India

World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

Ahmedabad: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's assignment is over and he has left the country. BCCI brass, Ashish Bhowmick, Taposh Chatterjee, Abbey Kuruvilla, and Rohit Sharma monitored pitch prep for World Cup final. Heavy roller used to create slow batting track. 315 could be defendable score.

The Hindu

Can hospitals be military targets? What international law says

Israel’s attack on Gaza’s al-Shifa hospital has sparked accusations of war crimes – but Israel says it falls within the boundaries of international law

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Why India is under fire over pitch change controversy ahead of Cricket World Cup final

Cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar says ‘morons’ saying pitch change benefited Indian side should ‘just shut up’

The Independent UK

Australia face great unknown on state of final wicket

A week of drama over the choice of wickets for major games of the World Cup has the potential to dominate the build up to Australia's final against hosts India.

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'We showed a lot of resilience', says South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma after semi-final loss

NEW DELHI: After South Africa's three-wicket loss to Australia in the ICC World Cup semi-final, captain Temba Bavuma commended his team for displaying a considerable amount of resilience. Bavuma acknowledged Australia's effective use of opportunities during the powerplay, emphasising that this allowed the rest of the Australian team to settle…

The Times of India

AUS vs SA | Aussies overcomes middle-order stutter, makes final

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia wins by three wickets, sets up final vs India. Australia beats South Africa by 3 wickets to reach the World Cup final. David Miller's 101 and Travis Head's 62 helped South Africa and Australia respectively.

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Irish government faces claims of ‘double standards’ on Israel and Russia

Opposition motions calling for a range of sanctions against Israel were voted down in the Dail parliament on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

S Africa’s ruling ANC to back opposition motion to close Israeli embassy

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the International Criminal Court to investigate Israel for war crimes in Gaza.

Al Jazeera

Why India is under fire over pitch change controversy ahead of Cricket World Cup final

Cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar says ‘morons’ saying pitch change benefited Indian side should ‘just shut up’

The Independent UK

Shut up, stop taking potshots at India: Gavaskar on pitch controversy

Sunil Gavaskar dismisses conspiracy theories around pitch for India-NZ WC semifinal, asks "morons" to shut up. India won by 70-runs to reach 2023 World Cup final. Pitch alteration reports emerged before match

The Hindu

More than 20 Irish citizens out of Gaza through Rafah crossing

The Government said it is continuing to work on getting remaining Irish citizens out of Gaza.

The Independent UK

S Africa: World must urge Israel to stop ‘crime against humanity’ in Gaza

Top diplomat Nalendi Pandor says she sees ‘very clear similarities’ between Israel’s occupation and system of apartheid.

Al Jazeera

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia vs South Africa semifinal preview

South Africa captain Bavuma says they are wary of Australia’s experience but he is confident of his side’s chances.

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The Independent UK

First Irish citizens and dependents cleared to leave Gaza through Rafah crossing

Irish premier Leo Varadkar said the Government is ‘working tirelessly’ for citizens still in Gaza

The Hindu

INTERVIEW | Sport is a real tool for change, says David Beckham

. David Beckham's visit to India as a UNICEF ambassador has been inspiring. He has seen the progress made, but also the need for change. He discussed the power of sport to break down barriers and the importance of gender equality. He also spoke of his involvement with Inter Miami…

The Guardian - UK

India accused over pitch switch for New Zealand Cricket World Cup semi-final

India’s cricket board, the BCCI, has been accused of intervening in the choice of pitch for India’s semi-final against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai

Evening Standard

India vs New Zealand: Controversy over pitch swap for Cricket World Cup semi-final amid home bias claims

The wicket used at the Wankhede Stadium has already been played on twice in the tournament

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How green is my ground? Edgbaston leads the way against the odds

Despite not being near a train station, Warwickshire’s home is thinking big when it comes to eco transformation

The Times of India

Changes to pitch rotation common in long tournaments, says ICC after controversy erupts at Wankhede

MUMBAI: The morning of the first semifinal of the 2023 ODI World Cup between India and New Zealand on Wednesday was rocked by a massive controversy over a 'pitch switch' by hosts India at the Wankhede Stadium.

The Times of India

Multi-skilled players players NZ's big asset: Anjum Chopra

PUNE: More than the success of beating India in the ICC knockout tournaments in recent years, the all-round ability of New Zealand players will be their major advantage when they play India in the semifinals at Wankhede on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Who will qualify for World Cup 2023 final if India vs New Zealand semi-final is washed out?

India and New Zealand are set to play first semi-final of Cricket World Cup

The Times of India

World Cup: Has there been a pitch-switch to suit India in the semifinal vs New Zealand?

NEW DELHI: Ahead of India's ICC World Cup semi-final against New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, there have been reports that the pitch originally chosen to be used has been switched in order to assist Indian spinners in the high-stakes game.

The Independent UK

Irish government accused of ‘double standards’ over Israel

Sinn Fein brought a private members bill to Dail Eireann on Tuesday evening ‘in response to cries from Gaza’.

The Guardian - UK

UK rows back on ex-PM’s claim Israel is outside remit of international criminal court

Government appears to withdraw from past assertion by Boris Johnson amid shift to more pointed criticism of Israeli campaign in Gaza

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