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Morris said it had been a much better performance by the South Africans after their opening two losses. (Photo: AFP)

Morris wants fans to back fallen South Africa side despite three straight losses

South Africa are refusing to admit that their World Cup race is all but over with all-rounder Chris Morris telling fans to stick with SA.

06 Jun 2019 11:35 AM

The Indians, who are chasing their third World Cup title, condemned the South Africans to their third successive loss in the tournament after Yuzvendra Chahal bamboozled the batsmen with his leg spin as he grabbed four wickets for 51 runs, while fellow spinner Kuldeep Yadav chipped in with a wicket. (Photo:AP/PTI)

'Spinners changed the game for us': Virat Kohli

India coasted to a solid, if unspectacular, six-wicket victory with 15 balls remaining after opener Rohit Sharma scored an unbeaten 122.

06 Jun 2019 9:49 AM

India were cautious in their reply and the game was in the balance when Virat Kohli (18) was brilliantly caught by wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock with the score on 54 for two in the 16th over. (Photo: AFP)

ICC CWC 2019: Patient Rohit century gives India winning start to World Cup

Rohit (122 not out from 144 balls) punished the South African bowlers after being dropped on one.

05 Jun 2019 11:49 PM

There is Dhoni, there is Kohli, there is Rohit Sharma. We will certainly make the semi-finals," said British-based Rina Singh. (Photo: File)

Indian fans desperate for Kohli to emulate 'Kapil's Devils' at World Cup

Kapil Dev led India to their first World Cup title in 1983 at Lord's, whipping up a national frenzy.

05 Jun 2019 5:16 PM

India, among the tournament favourites, are playing their first game in the round-robin event that concludes on July 14 in London. (Photo: AP)

ICC World Cup 2019: India's Bumrah strikes early against South Africa

The Proteas were 34 for two at the end of 10 overs -- the worst start in powerplays by any side in this World Cup.

05 Jun 2019 4:41 PM

South Africa's pace spearhead Dale Steyn was ruled out of the World Cup Tuesday due to a shoulder injury. (ICC World Cup/Twitter)

ICC World Cup 2019: South Africa win toss, elect to bat against India

Injury-ravaged SA brought spinner Tabraiz Shamsi into playing XI while playing two allrounders in Chris Morris and Andile Phehlukwayo.

05 Jun 2019 3:00 PM

Kohli’s India are ranked second in the world and will be firm favourites as they begin their quest for a third World Cup triumph against South Africa. (Photo: AFP)

'South Africa not to be taken lightly', says Indian skipper Virat Kohli

Kohli said the unique format of the 2019 tournament means that teams must adapt very quickly and that experienced teams will have an edge.

05 Jun 2019 2:34 PM

He even lauded Rabada for the skills he possesses and said the batting lineup needs to be respectful against such a world class bowler. (Photo: AFP)

ICC World Cup 2019: Virat Kohli acclaims South Africa as very strong side

Kohli also declared that batting allrounder Kedar Jadhav is fit for playing tomorrow.

04 Jun 2019 7:49 PM

Kohli is one of the best batsmen of this era but this edition of the World Cup will define his legacy as a leader (Photo: AFP)

Let the action begin: Mighty India face low on confidence South Africa

Two years of investment has gone into building a potent ODI squad, after the 2017 Champions Trophy final loss against Pakistan.

04 Jun 2019 1:38 PM

Former West Indies captain Clive Lloyd, who won the World Cup twice, predicted that all-rounders would play a crucial role at the tournament in England and Wales. (Photo: AFP)

Hardik Pandya expected to be India's X-factor in World Cup 2019

Pandya, who cuts a striking figure with his tattoos, haircut and earrings, was suspended this year over sexist remarks on a TV chat show.

04 Jun 2019 12:47 PM

Bumrah is ably supported by fellow quicks Mohammed Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Hardik Pandya. (Photo: AP)

India to go Fast and Furious against South Africa

The two-time world champions plan to push South Africa by deploying a feared bowling line-up led by Jasprit Bumrah.

04 Jun 2019 12:42 PM

In the first round, Bumrah was taken for a urine test and after 45 minutes, the blood sample of the pacer was taken. (Photo: AP)

Jasprit Bumrah undergoes doping test

Dope control official took the pacer for conducting a test during the team's practice session at the Rose Bowl stadium in Southampton.

03 Jun 2019 6:47 PM

Steyn bowled a couple of overs in the nets but there is still no clarity on his availability for the India game. If Steyn doesn't make it, all rounder Chris Morris could possibly be an ideal replacement candidate. (Photo: BCCI)

Lungi Ngidi unlikely to play vs India , Amla recovering well

Ngidi's ideal replacement should be Dale Steyn provided he gets fit in time.

03 Jun 2019 1:35 PM

India will begin its World Cup campaign against South Africa on June 5 at Hampshire Bowl, Southampton. (Photo: PTI)

Virat Kohli declared fit ahead of India's World Cup opener against South Africa

Kohli was seen struggling with his thumb on Saturday during a catch practice session at the Rose Bowl stadium.

02 Jun 2019 2:55 PM

Suresh Raina confident of India beating Pakistan

Suresh Raina is confident that India will maintain their World Cup record against traditional rivals Pakistan

01 Jun 2019 11:30 AM

During the team's practice session, skipper Virat Kohli was earlier seen practising with the spinners but later moved on to face the pace attack in the nets.(Photo: Cricket World Cup/Twitter)

ICC World Cup 2019: India prepare for their clash against South Africa

Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan and 2011 winning-captain MS Dhoni spent time in the nets enhancing their skills.

30 May 2019 8:01 PM

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 warm-up games.

28 May 2019 11:06 AM

Wood dismissed Australian captain Aaron Finch for 14 in his third over before leaving the field in the middle of his fourth over. (Photo:AP)

Mark Wood survives injury scare, leaves field with a left foot discomfort

Mark Wood has been troubled by ankle injuries throughout his career.

26 May 2019 12:35 PM

There were scattered boos when opening batsman Warner walked out to bat along with captain Aaron Finch in the warm-up match after Australia lost the toss. (News.com.au/Twitter)

Warner, Smith booed by crowd in warm-up match against England

Warner and Smith returned to international duty after completing one-year bans for their involvement in a ball-tampering scandal

25 May 2019 6:55 PM

A short sequence from Saturday's match in Southampton led to a debate on Twitter, with some on social media suggesting the 34-year-old had been involved in an act of foul play as a result of a three-second clip showing Plunkett rubbing his fingers along the surface of the ball. (Photo: AFP)

ICC lifts up charges of ball-tampering against Liam Plunkett

Plunkett himself is understood to have raised the issue with officials after becoming aware of the allegations.

13 May 2019 1:45 PM

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