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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

India vs Australia Cricket World Cup final pre-game show to feature Dua Lipa and air force flypast

There was no opening ceremony ahead of first game of cricket tournament, but hosts India are pulling out all the stops for final in which they are favourites

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Watch: 'Jawab deke aya hoon main' - Emotional scenes in India dressing room after victory at Wankhede

NEW DELHI: In a cascade of emotions, the Indian cricket team's dressing room witnessed heartfelt moments and celebrations following their hard-fought victory over New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium, securing a spot in the World Cup 2023 final. The camaraderie and jubilation among players were captured in a video shared…

The Times of India

Subrata Roy was a reliable sponsor: Ex-BCCI official

MUMBAI: Sahara Group chairman Subrata Roy, who passed away here on Tuesday, had a special relationship with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Roy's firm was Team India's main sponsor from 2002 to 2012.

The Times of India

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

The Guardian - UK

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.

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Virender Sehwag, Diana Edulji, Aravinda de Silva inducted in ICC Hall of Fame

MUMBAI: Iconic cricketers Aravinda de Silva and Virender Sehwag and former India women's team captain Diana Edulji were on Monday inducted into the International Cricket Council's prestigious Hall of Fame.

The Times of India

Unwelcome, feuding and beleaguered: Pakistan’s World Cup is on the ropes

Given the discord inside and outside the team camp it is remarkable that they have even a theoretical chance of reaching the semi-finals by beating England

The Guardian - UK

Final set of tickets for ICC Cricket World Cup semifinals, final to go live today

The final set of tickets for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 knockout matches will go live on Thursday, announced the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday.

Dynamite News

I see no relevance to 50-over cricket: Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi

NEW DELHI: The former Indian Premier League commissioner Lalit Modi believes that the future of cricket is in the T20 format and the 50-over ODI format does not have relevance anymore and also feels that the format of Test cricket also needs to be tweaked a bit.

The Times of India

Kolkata Police issues notice to BCCI seeking info on ticket sales for Sunday's WC match

Kolkata Police has so far arrested 19 people and seized 108 tickets from their possession, besides registering seven cases in connection with the black marketing of tickets.

The Hindu

Ankle injury rules Hardik Pandya out of World Cup, Prasidh Krishna to replace him in India squad

Hardik Pandya ruled out of World Cup due to ankle injury. Prasidh Krishna named replacement. ICC Event Technical Committee approves change.

The Hindu

HCA had paid nearly Rs 90 lakh to director of its ‘closed’ academy, says Durga Prasad as he flags several violations by officials

HYDERABAD: The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) had spent nearly Rs 90 lakh as remuneration for the director of its academy with zero activity as the academy (HCAE) was ‘shut down for more than six years’. This startling revelation was made by Kode Durga Prasad, former DG (CRPF), who was assisting…

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HCA’s member clubs deem it their right to use association funds for their benefits: Durga Prasad

HYDERABAD: Are the funds given by the BCCI to the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) meant for the promotion of cricket and cricketers or is it for the welfare of the office-bearers of the clubs/institutions affiliated to the cricket body?

The Hindu

Black marketing of World Cup tickets: Kolkata police seeks response from CAB

Police investigate CAB & bookmyshow.com over allegations of ticket black-marketing for India-South Africa World Cup match. 10 persons held, 72 tickets seized. Ganguly defends CAB, says demand for tickets is high. Political circles question CAB president. Tickets sold at inflated prices, many CAB life members unable to procure tickets.

The Times of India

Sachin Tendulkar or Steve Smith? Legend's statue at Wankhede stadium becomes big talking point on social media

NEW DELHI: The intention behind immortalising the legendary Sachin Tendulkar through a statue at the Wankhede stadium turned into a big talking point on social media due to its uncanny resemblance to Australian cricketer Steve Smith.

The Times of India

IPL auction to be held overseas for the first time, Dubai confirmed as venue

NEW DELHI: In a first, the Indian Premier League auction this year will be held overseas as Dubai on Friday was finalised by the BCCI as the venue for the event.

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Saudi Arabia eyes stake in $30 billion Indian Premier League

Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in buying a multibillion-dollar stake in the Indian Premier League, international cricket’s most lucrative event, following a string of investments that have upended professional sports including football and golf.

The Times of India

'Life has truly come full circle': Sachin Tendulkar expresses happiness at unveiling of his statue at Wankhede

NEW DELHI: Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar expressed his joy at the unveiling of his life-sized statue at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium, describing it as a moment that brings his life full circle. Tendulkar fondly reminisced about his childhood days, sneaking into the stadium, and dedicated the statue to everyone who…

The Independent UK

BCCI bans fireworks in Mumbai and Delhi World Cup 2023 matches

Air quality in both Indian cities has deteriorated

The Times of India

Hardik Pandya unlikely for India's World Cup matches against Sri Lanka and South Africa

All-rounder Hardik Pandya is still recuperating from his ankle injury and appears unlikely to be fit in time for India's next two ICC World Cup matches against Sri Lanka and South Africa, which leaves him with a possible chance to play only in India'a last league fixture against the Netherlands…

The Times of India

Air pollution forces BCCI to ban fireworks display in Delhi, Mumbai during ICC World Cup

The BCCI has prohibited the use of fireworks in Delhi and Mumbai for the remaining ICC World Cup matches at the two places, citing deteriorating air quality.

The Hindu

No fireworks display in Delhi, Mumbai during World Cup matches due to worsening air pollution

BCCI bans fireworks at Delhi and Mumbai World Cup games due to worsening air quality. Delhi AQI at "very poor" level for 5 days, Bombay High Court expresses concern over deteriorating air quality in Mumbai

The Times of India

Ajay Ratra enters select club of India cricketers turned Level 3 coaches

NEW DELHI: Ajay Ratra has recently joined an esteemed group of Test cricketers by successfully completing the BCCI's Level 3 coaching course, which stands as the highest certification for coaching within the country.

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