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West Indies Forced Into 2027 ODI World Cup Qualifier After Missing Automatic Qualification
ODI World Cup Qualifier: Two-time ODI World Cup champions West Indies will once again have to negotiate a qualifying tournament to reach the 2027 World Cup after failing to secure a place among the teams guaranteed automatic entry.
The West Indies, who are currently placed 10th in the ICC ODI rankings, will not be able to secure one of the automatic qualification spots by the September 30 deadline even if they win both of their remaining ODIs versus India, they will have to take part in the Qualifier in February next year if they want to take part in the 2027 event in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Automatic qualification will be granted to the top eight teams in the ICC ODI Rankings as of September 30, with the two host nations, South Africa and Zimbabwe, excluded. Afghanistan earned their spot in that group following their exciting win against Ireland in Belfast. Read More...
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Afghanistan Seal 2027 ODI World Cup Spot After Rashid Khan-inspired Thriller Against Ireland
ODI World Cup: Afghanistan booked their place at the 2027 ODI World Cup in Southern Africa after a thrilling three-wicket victory over Ireland in the second match of their five-game series, with captain Rashid Khan once again proving decisive with both bat and ball.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
Really Honoured To Be Here To Be Playing The Test Series Against Australia, Says Taskin Ahmed
ODI World Cup: Expressing childlike delight at finally getting the chance to play Test cricket in Australia, senior fast bowler Taskin Ahmed said on Monday that Bangladesh are feeling ‘really honoured’ to feature in a Test series in the country after 23 years.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
Transition To State-of-the-art Facility, Women's ODI WC Win High Points Of Tenure: Laxman
ODI World Cup: Reflecting on his tenure at the helm of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE), former India batter VVS Laxman on Sunday cited the transition to world-class infrastructure and the Indian women's team's historic 2025 ODI World Cup triumph as the ultimate highlights of his stint.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
Kagiso Rabada ने ODI World Cup से पहले भरी हुंकार, बोले- 'South Africa खिताब जीतने के लिए तैयार है'
Kagiso Rabada ने कहा कि 2027 World Cup में घरेलू मैदान पर खेलने का South Africa पर कोई अतिरिक्त दबाव नहीं होगा। टीम इस बार खिताब जीतने को तैयार है।
By IANS News • 1 month ago
‘We’re Going To Defend This Fortress’: Rabada Embraces Home Advantage For 2027 WC
ICC Cricket World Cup: South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada believes playing the ICC Cricket World Cup on home soil next year will not bring additional pressure on the Proteas; instead, it will prove to be an opportunity to 'defend this fortress' and clinch their first 50-over World Cup title.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
England National Selector Reveals Why Root Got Test Captaincy Over Harry Brook
Joe Root: England national selector Marcus North explained the committee's thinking behind handing the Test captaincy back to former skipper Joe Root rather than promoting white-ball captain Harry Brook, following Ben Stokes' exit from international cricket.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
Stokes Says Not Ready To Return As Player But Open To Coaching Role With England
Ben Stokes: Ben Stokes has insisted that his England career as a player has ended but said he is open to returning to the dressing room in a coaching capacity in the future, the former all-format captain of England said in a podcast.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
'We're Laser-focused On 50-over Cricket': Gary Wilson Eyes World Cup Return For Ireland
Cricket World Cup Qualifier: Just one week into his appointment as head coach of Ireland, Gary Wilson has made it clear what his ambitions are, namely securing qualification for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
'Africa Deserves A World Cup Again': Graeme Smith Hails Cricket World Cup 2027 Return To The Continent
Former South Africa: Former South Africa captain and ICC Hall of Famer Graeme Smith believes the return of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup to Africa after more than two decades represents a significant milestone for the game, saying the continent 'deserves' to host another global event.
By IANS News • 1 month ago
'Scott Has Done A Great Job': De Leede Pays Tribute To Edwards After Taking Over As Dutch Captain
Royal Dutch Cricket Association: Incoming Netherlands captain Bas de Leede showered high praise on outgoing skipper Scott Edwards for his excellent leadership over the past four years, saying that he did a great job and expressed delight at the veteran wicketkeeper-batter continuing to serve the national team as a player.
By IANS News • 2 months ago
'Politicisation Of Colours Should Not Create Divisions': Oppn On Hockey WC Jersey Row
Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj: Amid a controversy over the hockey team’s new saffron-coloured kit for the 2026 World Cup, Opposition leaders on Thursday hit out at the ruling BJP-led NDA, cautioning that "politicisation of colours" should not lead to divisions among people.
By IANS News • 2 months ago
‘I Don't Want To Give Up The Bowling Just Yet’: Sciver-Brunt Targets All-round Return After Calf Injury
T20 World Cup: England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has reaffirmed her determination to continue contributing as an all-rounder despite an ongoing calf injury, saying she intends to return to bowling after completing rehabilitation following The Hundred.
By IANS News • 2 months ago
‘IPL Has Changed The Way Sport Is Viewed In India,’ Says Punjab Kings' Co-owner Ness Wadia
Indian Premier League: Indian Premier League (IPL) co-owner Ness Wadia believes the cash-rich league has barely scratched the surface of its potential, adding that the tournament has changed the way the sport is now seen in India. At the same time, Wadia asserted that the tournament's ‘best years are still ahead.’
By IANS News • 2 months ago
McDonald Hopes Stokes Will Reverse Test Retirement For 2027 Ashes
New Zealand Test: Australia head coach Andrew McDonald believes attempts could be made to coax Ben Stokes out of retirement for next year’s Ashes, insisting that the former skipper still has ‘a lot of good cricket left in him.’
By IANS News • 2 months ago
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