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'Afghanistan will play to win in Asia Cup & World Cup': Rookie spinner Noor Ahmad

NEW DELHI: Rising Afghan cricketer Noor Ahmad has lavished praise on India all-rounder Hardik Pandya, crediting the Gujarat Titans skipper for his progress in cricket.

The Times of India · Aug 25, 2023

Setbacks for Sri Lanka ahead of Asia Cup as Dushamantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga injured

NEW DELHI: The Sri Lankan cricket team had multiple setbacks on Friday as pacer Dushamantha Chameera and leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga were rendered doubtful for the upcoming Asia Cup due to injuries. To go with that, batters Kusal Perera and Avishka Fernando tested positive for COVID-19 and are under observation

The Times of India · Aug 25, 2023

Ahead of Asia Cup, Centre again warns against online betting platform ads

Ahead of the Asia Cup cricket league, the Information & Broadcasting Ministry on Friday, through a fresh advisory, asked all the media entities, online advertisement intermediaries and social media platforms to immediately refrain from showing advertisements or any promotional content of online betting platforms in any form whatsoever, failing which…

The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023

Shreyas Iyer thanks NCA staff following return from injury to Asia Cup squad

Shreyas Iyer thanked everyone who helped him behind the scenes to make his comeback into the team just in time for two crucial tournaments, i.e. the Asia Cup and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in India from October 5 onwards. 

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Kris Srikkanth unimpressed with selectors over KL Rahul's inclusion for Asia Cup

NEW DELHI: Former chairman of the selection committee Kris Srikkanth on Tuesday expressed his disappointment over the selection of injured KL Rahul for the upcoming Asia Cup.

The Times of India · Aug 23, 2023

Shreyas Iyer grateful to NCA trainers for 'tirelessly' helping him during recovery

NEW DELHI: As a fit-again Shreyas Iyer made the cut in the 17-man squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, the talented middle-order batter on Wednesday thanked the National Cricket Academy trainers and staff members for helping him recover in time for the marquee tournament.

The Times of India · Aug 23, 2023

The curious case of Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson's vocal fan base is disappointed as he is excluded from the 2023 ODI Asia Cup squad. Selectors have chosen K.L. Rahul and Ishan Kishan instead, with Rahul making a comeback from injury. Ravi Shastri and Aakash Chopra sympathise with Samson's fans, but his inconsistent form and lack of…

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023

Nepal head to Asia Cup without rape-accused Sandeep Lamichhane

NEW DELHI: Nepal cricket team on Tuesday embarked on their journey to Pakistan for the ODI Asia Cup. However, they are without their prominent spin bowler due to his legal situation.

The Times of India · Aug 22, 2023

We should have 15 players for World Cup from Asia Cup team only: Sunil Gavaskar

NEW DELHI: An annoyed Sunil Gavaskar pleaded with those questioning the Indian team selection for the upcoming Asia Cup and asserted that this 17-man squad should form the nucleus of the 15-member World Cup side.

The Times of India · Aug 22, 2023

WATCH - "Rohit bhai has …..": Tilak Varma reveals chat with Rohit Sharma

NEW DELHI: Young batting sensation Tilak Varma has earned his place in India's squad for the upcoming Asia Cup, a decision that has garnered praise from numerous former cricketing stars who termed the move as "brave" and "smart". India announced the 17-member squad for the continental showdown starting August 30.

The Times of India · Aug 22, 2023