The departing analyst took the opportunity to extend his gratitude to the Bangladesh Cricket Board members, players, coaches, and captains for the trust they placed in him during his tenure. He highlighted the importance of the opportunity to work with the national team and expressed deep appreciation for the support he received.
Tamim Iqbal withdrew his name from the World Cup because he did not want to play with various discomforts. Tamim's decision just before the World Cup has had a great impact on the team. Although Tamim gave many reasons behind the decision.
This Bengali proverb is commonly used to convey the idea that individuals bear responsibility for their mistakes, regardless of the circumstances. Typically, blame is often placed on the shoulders of those who are perceived as weak or vulnerable, either as individuals or within a specific community.
Shami, the game changer. Mohammad Shami, the hero who took India to the final, can be called by this name. Virat Kohli's record-breaking match, a match to make history by surpassing great hero Sachin by reaching half-century of centuries. But two years ago, Shami, who came under fire from the Indian fans, changed the script. This pacer became the hero of the victory by collapsing New Zealand's batting lineup with a career-best 7 wickets. But two years ago, Indian fans told Shami to 'go to Pakistan'.
About 70 percent of ICC's revenue comes from India. So India has the most influence in ICC. While this may be uncomfortable for other boards, all boards are taking it as normal. ICC tries to give extra advantage to India in various ICC events. Before the semi-final against New Zealand, the issue came up again! However, this time the Indian board has taken its own decision without paying attention to the ICC.
Virat Kohli is in incredible form in this World Cup. Sachin surpassed Tendulkar for his 50th ODI century in front of him on Wednesday. Wankhede got a glimpse of his old greatness as he reached his century at 22 yards. But that didn't last long. Virat saluted Sachin by bowing his head at Wankhede Stadium. And at that time 'Master Blaster' stood up in the gallery and started clapping.
New Zealand stands out as the most unfortunate cricket team on the international stage. Despite delivering stellar performances to reach semi-finals or finals, they consistently fall short of clinching the title. Notably, the trio of Kane Williamson, Southee, and the Kiwi team, despite making it to the finals in three consecutive World Cups, have been unable to secure the coveted trophy. This trend persisted after the 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups when the Kiwis came agonizingly close in the 2021 T20 World Cup, only to be thwarted again.
South Africa's sorrowful semi-final saga continues to cast a shadow, reminiscent of China's sorrow being the Huangho River. In the world of cricket, the World Cup has become a perpetual source of sadness for South Africa.
In the aftermath of the highly anticipated ODI World Cup final, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to convene on Tuesday for a comprehensive discussion on various critical matters. The focal points of this meeting include deliberations on the future of the ODI World Cup, inclusion of additional cricket teams in the Los Angeles Olympics, and the allocation of revenues for the period 2024-2027.
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the India-Australia clash in the highly anticipated World Cup final at the renowned stadium, another battle looms over who will be crowned the best player of the tournament. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the names of nine players vying for this prestigious title, adding an extra layer of excitement to the final showdown.
