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Dale Steyn (Photo: AP)

Dale Steyn ruled out of South Africa's opening World Cup fixture

Steyn picked up a shoulder injury during his brief stint for Royal Challengers.

28 May 2019 9:18 PM IST

Australias success can be credited to the re-formation of the team and system by Border, continuous aggressive captains, and the impact of several prime players, most likely Glenn McGrath, Shane Warne, Justin Langer, Matthew Hayden, Steve Waugh, Adam Gilchrist, Michael Hussey and Ricky Ponting. (Photo: AFP)

ICC 2019 World Cup: Australia squad and player analysis

The Australian cricket team had an amazing run between the 1990s and early 21st as it remained unbeaten in all Ashes and...

28 May 2019 6:29 PM IST

Brett Lee played with children at Shivaji Park

Allan Border, Brett Lee reveal dark horses of World Cup 2019

The showpiece event, starting May 30, will see all 10 participating teams playing each other in a round-robin manner.

28 May 2019 2:09 PM IST

Lasith Malinga has got the early wicket. (Photo: AP)

'Bowlers will be game changers in World Cup 2019', says Lasith Malinga

The 35-year-old was a vital cog in the IPL franchise Mumbai Indians bowling unit this year.

28 May 2019 12:46 PM IST

When asked how he still manages to nail it, he said it comes from putting in extra hard work after training. (Photo: ICC/twitter)

Watch: Malinga teaches Stoinis how to bowl a slower delivery

Despite being 35 years old, Malinga has ensured with his variations he remains one of the most intelligent bowlers in...

28 May 2019 11:51 AM IST

International Cricket Council chief executive David Richardson (Photo: AP)

ICC CEO vows to make this World Cup a 'greatest celebration of cricket...

While aiming to entertain the existing cricket fans Richardson also wants to open the doors for new fans and inspire the...

28 May 2019 11:38 AM IST

It was not just the players who amended their way of playing cricket, the game itself witnessed a change in 1987 World Cup when the overs were reduced from 60 to 50. (Photo: ICC/twitter)

Teams' evolving tactics in World Cup

Many batsmen and bowlers have come out with new strategies to refine their game.

28 May 2019 11:30 AM IST

Sri Lanka on Monday lost their second and final practice match to Australia by five wickets at Southampton. Before that, they were beaten by South Africa by 87 runs on Friday in their first warm-up game. (Photo: AFP)

'We'll be on the bowling machine to get used to the conditions':...

Sri Lanka have struggled with the bat, scoring 251 against South Africa, and 239-8 against Australia.

28 May 2019 11:23 AM IST

Australia have won two back-to-back ODI series -- in India and against Pakistan -- in the run up to World Cup and Maxwell has played an important role, hitting three half-centuries in their 5-0 series win in the UAE. (Photo: AP)

'Maxwell's all-round performance will be key to Australia's success in...

A spell at Lancashire has also helped him adapt to the English conditions before the mega event.

28 May 2019 11:15 AM IST

The Australian team was in complete turmoil a year ago after the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, involving Steve Smith and David Warner. The two batsman were handed a year-long ban from international cricket. (Photo: AP)

'Great position to be here as compared to 10 months ago': Finch

The defending champions could not have asked for a better preparation going into the World Cup, as they won both their...

28 May 2019 11:06 AM IST

Mohammad Hafeez is nearing his 50. (Photo: AP)

Feels like we're playing at home': Hafeez overwhelmed with support in...

Hafeez said to stop any team from scoring big totals, their team must have a wicket-taking ability.

28 May 2019 10:58 AM IST

Khawaja later emerged to open the batting alongside captain Aaron Finch and continued his push for a spot in the Australian top order with a 105-ball 89. (Photo: AP)

'Australia's form is no fluke': Khawaja

In the run-up to the World Cup, Australia turned their fortunes around when they registered a 3-2 ODI series comeback...

28 May 2019 10:01 AM IST