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Davis Cup: Indian team will be going to Pakistan around September 10, says Hironmoy Chatterjee

Kolkata (West Bengal), July 28 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on matter that India will travel Pakistan to participate in Davis Cup, Secretary General of All India Tennis Association (AITA) Hironmoy Chatterjee said, "Our team will be going to Pakistan for Davis Cup. We have got the invitation letters, now we will apply for visa. Team selection has not been done yet, it will start on 5 August. Our team will go around 10 September".

Have always admired you: Bumrah to Malinga

New Delhi, Jul 27 (ANI): As 'king of yorkers' Lasith Malinga said goodbye to his ODI career, India's star bowler Jasprit Bumrah took to twitter to express his admiration for Sri Lankan pacer. Bowlers are teammates in IPL franchisee Mumbai Indians. Malinga retired in style with figures of 3/38 in his last ODI against Bangladesh. Lasith Malinga is the third highest wicket taker for Sri Lanka.

Plan is to groom Rishabh Pant during Dhoni's unavailability: BCCI

Mumbai, July 21 (ANI): While addressing a press conference on Sunday in Mumbai to announce India squad for West Indies tour, BCCI chief selector MSK Prasad, on MS Dhoni's unavailability said, "He's unavailable for this series but we had certain roadmaps and plans till WC. Subsequently, we've laid down few more plans and thought of giving as many opportunities to Pant and to see he is groomed. This is our plan right now." India will start their West Indies tour from August 03 and will play three T20s, as many ODIs and two Test matches. This will be India's first assignment post ICC World Cup.

BCCI announces Team India squads for West Indies Tour

Mumbai, July 21 (ANI): The squad for India's tour of West Indies announced on Sunday. While addressing the press conference, BCCI chief selector MSK Prasad said, "We have three T-20 and 3 ODI and couple of test matches." India will start their West Indies tour from August 03 and will play three T20s, as many ODIs and two Test matches. This will be India's first assignment post ICC World Cup. In the recently concluded World Cup, India was defeated by New Zealand in the semi-final by 18 runs.

'Master Blaster' inducted in ICC's Hall of Fame

New Delhi, July 19 (ANI): Sachin Tendulkar has been inducted into International Cricket Council's Hall of Fame. He becomes the sixth Indian to get inducted into ICC Hall of fame. Fans feel proud of ICC's decision to induct legendary cricketer. Tendulkar has most runs in ODI and Test in his illustrious career. Cricket fraternity also took to twitter to wish Tendulkar. 'The Wall' Rahul Dravid was inducted in Hall of fame in 2018.

CWC: Enthusiastic cricket fans reach stadium for final match

Lords (UK), July 14 (ANI): Ahead of final off cricket world cup 2019, Cricket fans cheered for England and New Zealand. England continues to be the tournament favourites of cricket fans. On the other side, New Zealand team supporters are waiting for Williamson to lift world cup 2019 trophy. However, New Zealand has made into the finals twice in a row.

CWC Final: 'Breed of dog doesn't matter', quips Kiwi Captain on 'underdogs' tag

London (UK), Jul 12 (ANI): New Zealand's skipper Kane Williamson gave a witty response to 'underdogs' tag given to the team ahead of final against England in World Cup final. "Breed of dog doesn't matter, anybody can beat anybody," said Williamson during press conference. New Zealand defeated India in a close match by 18 runs in semi-finals to qualify for final.

CWC Final: NZ are extremely tough, we are striving to improve, says Eoin Morgan

London (UK), Jul 13 (ANI): England skipper Eoin Morgan ahead of final of World Cup 2019 credited rivals New Zealand for their performance and termed the team as tough. "New Zealand are extremely tough side with lot of skills and experience they were. They improved in group stage as we did, so we are striving to improve our performance,' said Morgan during press conference. England managed to pull off semi finals on an easy note against Australia. England won by 8 wickets. World Cup final will be played at Lord's Cricket Ground on July 14.

CWC 2019: Weather continues to be cloudy during India-New Zealand semi-final reserve day

Manchester (UK), July 10 (ANI): India will take on New Zealand in semi-final that is scheduled to resume today at Old Trafford in England's Manchester. Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the exciting clash between the two teams. However, weather continues to be cloudy. New Zealand is at 211/5 in 46.1 overs, India is yet to bat.

CWC 2019: Fans cheer for Indian Cricket Team ahead of India-New Zealand semi-final reserve day

Manchester (UK), July 10 (ANI): India will take on New Zealand in semi-final that is scheduled to resume today at Old Trafford in England's Manchester. Indian cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the exciting clash between the two teams. Fans cheered for Indian Cricket Team outside the stadium before witnessing the match. While speaking to ANI, one of the fans said, "It was a fantastic game yesterday, India bowled really well. I am hoping India will win today. It was good that India didn't play yesterday." "I think, Rohit is doing really well this time, he is going to accompany Virat and they are doing their best", another Indian fan said.

Want Ravindra Jadeja to bring WC trophy to hometown, says wife Rivaba

Rajkot (Gujarat), Jul 09 (ANI): As the 'men in blue' is facing the Kiwis in the ongoing World Cup semifinal match at Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester, Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's wife Rivaba Jadeja wants his husband to lift the WC trophy and bring it to his hometown in Gujarat's Jamnagar. "My wish is too see Ravindra lifting the World Cup Trophy and bring it to Jamnagar.hope he will bring the Cup to Jamnagar," Rivaba told ANI. Jadeja is playing in the semifinal match and has taken the wicket of Kiwi opener Henry Nicholls. Till last update, New Zealand was at 123 for the loss of two wickets in 33 overs.

Congress nature is to allege anybody for their failure: Pralhad Joshi on K'taka crisis

New Delhi, July 09 (ANI): While speaking to mediapersons on Tuesday, Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Pralhad Joshi reacted on current political situation in Karnataka and said, "It has become their (Congress) nature to allege anybody for their failure. Their MLAs have submitted their resignations to the Governor. We are monitoring the situation and will decide accordingly."

People offer prayers at Sangam and offer chadar at dargah ahead of IND-NZ semi-final

Prayagraj (UP), July 09 (ANI): Ahead of India vs New Zealand match in the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019, people in India started prayers for the victory of Men in Blue. In Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, people offered prayers at Sangam on Tuesday. People also offered chadar at a dargah and wished India's win. They also chanted "Jeetega bhai jeetega, India jeetega". While speaking to ANI, one of the fans said, "We all want India to win. We hope India will win semi-final as well as final." India will take on New Zealand today at Old Trafford in England's Manchester.

CWC 2019: Fans cheer for Indian Cricket Team outside stadium in Manchester

Manchester (UK), July 09 (ANI): Indian cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the exciting clash between the two teams. Fans cheered for Indian Cricket Team outside the stadium before witnessing the match. While speaking to ANI, a fan said, "I can see only one thing that India is winning the match. India will win and World Cup will come to home." "We are expecting a big score from the team. Indian players are in form and India will rock today," another fan said. "India going to score 345 runs today and Rohit Sharma going to score double century," fan added. Fans also chanted outside the stadium, "Jeetega bhai jeetega, India jeetega". Whosoever team wins today's match, will book their ticket for the final match.

Meet Toran Yadav, a para-athlete silver medals winner

Mahasamund (Chhattisgarh), July 09 (ANI): Meet Toran Yadav, a para-athlete from Khatti village of Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh. He represented India at 4th World Wealth Yoga Festival and Championship in Europe. Yadav won three silver medals in the championship. Indeed, Toran Yadav is an inspiration to all the youth. While speaking to ANI, Toran Yadav said, "I feel very proud to have represented India. I want to do something in the field of Yoga in future. I want to give the credits to my parents and my guru."

BCCI acting president CK Khanna lauds Men in Blue's consistency

Manchester (UK), July 09 (ANI): As India and New Zealand get ready to lock horns in the semi-final of the ongoing ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) acting president CK Khanna lauded the team's performance in the group stage and he hoped that the side would perform to their ability in the semi-final. "The whole country is proud of our team, captain Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri. Due to their hard work, we have progressed to the semi-finals. I would like to congratulate the team on finishing at the top spot in the group stage. I am sure the team will perform to their ability in the semi-final," Khanna told ANI. "The side has been showing good performances from the very start. The team showed good performance against South Africa and Australia and it set a good base for us. It has been a complete team effort," he added. Wicket-keeper batsman MS Dhoni celebrated his 38th birthday on Sunday and the ongoing World Cup is being called as the veter

CWC: Whoever handles pressure better will come out on top, says Virat Kohli ahead of semis

Manchester (UK), Jul 08 (ANI): Virat Kohli, Indian cricket team captain while addressing the press conference ahead of World Cup semi finals said, "Whichever team is more brave in being calculative, that team stands a better chance to win so we understand that combination, we've made it to a lot of knockout games and finals and it's up to both to bring their A game. Whoever handles pressure better will come out on top." India will lock horns with New Zealand on July 9 at Old Trafford Cricket Ground.

CWC: Virat Kohli hopes Rohit Sharma continues his record breaking spree

Manchester (UK), Jul 08 (ANI): Virat Kohli, Indian cricket team captain while addressing the press conference praised Rohit Sharma for his record breaking spree in 2019 World Cup. He said, "Rohit said he is only trying to do the best for the team. I could never imagine the number of 100s I've. I hope Rohit gets 2 more so that we win the matches. According to me, he is the top ODI player in the world." Rohit Sharma became the first batsman to score five centuries in a World Cup.

CWC: Men in blue gear up for semis against NZ

England (UK), July 08 (ANI): Men in Blue flexed muscles to face New Zealand in semi finals on Tuesday. The game will be played at Old Trafford stadium in England. India led the points table with 15 points in league stage. New Zealand was fourth with 11 points.

ICC World Cup 2019: Indian bowlers can restrict low total, says Mithali Raj

Mumbai, July 08 (ANI): India One Day International (ODI) skipper Mithali Raj on Sunday said that the Indian side will get a tough fight in the semi-final match against New Zealand in the ongoing International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's World Cup. While speaking to ANI during an event in Mumbai, Mithali Raj said, "Indian side will get a tough fight in the semi-final and hopefully in finals. We have the best bowling and batting side, and we have to continue the same." "India is in a strong position but cricket is an unpredictable game and anything can happen in it. The way Bangladesh have played in the tournament is commendable. At the time, England were looking that they will not qualify for semis but they bounced back strongly," she added. Before heading into the semi-finals, India secured the top position in the points table after they registered a seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka on Saturday. Raj has played in the 203 ODIs and scored 6720 runs for India. The 36-year-old also capt