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7 in a row! How unstoppable India demolished hapless Sri Lanka to march into ODI World Cup semis

NEW DELHI: A power-packed batting effort was followed by a demolition job by the pacers as Team India's dream run at the ongoing ODI World Cup continued with an incredible 302-run hammering of Sri Lanka at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday.

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Any team in the world would want a bowling attack like India's: Chris Silverwood

MUMBAI: A major reason why India have been an unstoppable force in the 2023 ODI World Cup so far has been their lethal bowling, which has never allowed the opposition batsmen to put up something substantial that can challenge the hosts' batters. In Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep…

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How Team India skipper Rohit Sharma performed over the years at Wankhede

NEW DELHI: When India take on Sri Lanka in their ICC World Cup match at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, it will be a special moment for skipper Rohit Sharma, who worked his way to the top grinding at the iconic venue since the days when he was an upstart.

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World Cup: Afghans continue big-game hunting

After England and Pakistan, surprise squad of World Cup now downs Sri Lanka by seven wickets to boost semis hopes

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World Cup: Defending champions England looking down the barrel after huge loss to Sri Lanka

England's semis hopes all down to the math now

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Cricket World Cup permutations: What do England need to qualify after nightmare tournament?

England face Sri Lanka in must-win clash but few would back them to turn things around

Evening Standard

ICC World Cup: Sri Lanka, Australia in a fight to revive campaign

LUCKNOW: Nothing is going right for the Sri Lanka team in this World Cup so far, and the same holds true for Australia.

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Sri Lanka, Bangladesh mull over joining RCEP bloc

Sri Lanka, Bangladesh eye RCEP membership: Four years after India's exit, neighbours consider joining 15-nation trading bloc. Sri Lanka has applied, Bangladesh to decide after elections. Joining RCEP would take them out of subcontinental trade, enable access to Asian economies. India's neighbours joining RCEP a "development of concern" for India.…

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Pakistan pull off record World Cup run chase riding on Rizwan, Shafique sparkling tons

NEW DELHI: Mohammad Rizwan and Abdullah Shafique struck dazzling centuries as Pakistan pulled off a record ODI World Cup chase against Sri Lanka in Hyderabad for their second win.

The Times of India

For South Africa and Sri Lanka, it's all about restoring pride and honour

'Choker' tag looms large as Bavuma Co begin Cup campaign

The Times of India

South Africa set to test its preparedness against Sri Lanka in World Cup

South Africa well-equipped with experienced players and plenty of bowling options; Sri Lanka with spinners could prove a handful in Indian conditions. Edge to South Africa, but Sri Lanka could have its moments when they face each other on October 7

The Hindu

Afghanistan warm up in style with big win against Sri Lanka

Afghanistan sounded a warning to other teams in the upcoming ODI World Cup as they notched up an easy and rare victory over Sri Lanka in their final warm-up game at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Shanaka, Perera still recovering; Theekshana to join team

Injuries to key players continue to worry Sri Lanka ahead of their opening World Cup game against South Africa on Saturday.

The Times of India

'Practised a lot to generate...': Mohammed Siraj on his magical spell

NEW DELHI: After hours of dedicated practice in the nets, honing the skill of making the cricket ball swing in the air and then move away unpredictably after pitching, Mohammed Siraj reaped the rewards. The Indian fast bowler delivered a mesmerising performance, claiming six wickets for just 21 runs against…

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Asia Cup 2023 Final | Siraj says practised a lot to generate outswingers from wide of the crease

Siraj & Kuldeep's hard work paid off as their magical spells bamboozled Lanka in the Asia Cup Final. Siraj's 6/21 & Kuldeep's 9 wkts in 4 inns gave India the confidence to win the match & gain momentum for the World Cup.

The Times of India

'A kick to the rear end...': Sri Lanka coach disappointed with Asia Cup final loss

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood on Sunday expressed disappointment over his team's lackluster performance in the Asia Cup final. However, he viewed the defeat as a valuable wake-up call for his side, coming just before the ODI World Cup next month.

The Times of India

Asia Cup Final: How Siraj's dream spell ended India's five-year title drought

NEW DELHI: A Mohammed Siraj magical spell demolished Sri Lanka in the big-ticket final as India clinched the Asia Cup 2023 title with a commanding one-sided 10-wicket win in Colombo on Sunday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup Final, India vs Sri Lanka: India, Sri Lanka meet with bigger goals in mind

A title clash with serious context

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How Sri Lanka pipped Pakistan in last-over thriller to set up Asia Cup final with India

NEW DELHI: Top-order batter Kusal Mendis conjured a match-defining 91 as he along with Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka guided Sri Lanka to the Asia Cup final, defeating top-ranked ODI side Pakistan by 2 wickets (DLS) in the rain-marred last-over Super Four thriller in Colombo on Thursday.

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How India ended Sri Lanka's 13-game winning streak to enter Asia Cup final

NEW DELHI: A terrific all-round bowling effort led by Kuldeep Yadav made up for an under-par outing with the bat as India ended Sri Lanka's 13-game winning streak in ODIs with a comprehensive 41-run win in a low-scoring thriller in Colombo on Tuesday.

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Asia Cup: Wellalage, Asalanka help Sri Lanka bowl out India for 213

NEW DELHI: On a turning pitch, the Sri Lankan combo of Dunith Wellalage and part-timer Charith Asalanka spun a web around the Indian batters, limiting them to a sub-par 213 in their Asia Cup Super 4 encounter in Colombo on Tuesday.

The Hindu

Sri Lanka beats Afghanistan by two runs in Asia Cup thriller

Kusal Mendis narrowly misses century, guides SL to 291-8 in crucial Asia Cup match vs. Afghanistan. Mendis' 92 off 84 balls, Pathum Nissanka & Charith Asalanka's contributions help SL to solid start. Middle-order stutter, Rashid Khan's deflection run out of Mendis, Dunith Wellalage & Maheesh Theekshana's 64-run 8th wicket stand.…

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Asia Cup: How bowlers led Sri Lanka to a comfortable win over Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: A clinical all-round bowling performance was followed by a mature Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka 78-run stand as Sri Lanka eased past Bangladesh in the Asia Cup Group B game in Pallekele on Thursday.

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Asia Cup: Matheesha Pathirana grabs four as Bangladesh fold for 164

NEW DELHI: An all-round bowling performance led by 20-year-old Matheesha Pathirana helped Sri Lanka bundle out Bangladesh for a lowly 164 in Group B match of the Asia Cup in Pallekele on Thursday.

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Matheesha Pathirana didn't copy slingy action from Lasith Malinga, it's natural: Coach Bilal Fassy

NEW DELHI: Matheesha Pathirana's sling-shot action immediately reminds one of Lasith Malinga, but the young Sri Lankan did not purposely mimic his legendary senior, according to his childhood coach Bilal Fassy, who insisted that the much-discussed bowling style came naturally to the pacer.

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