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England ‘not fearing anything’ against India, says Curran
SportDawn1d ago

England ‘not fearing anything’ against India, says Curran

England will go into their T20 World Cup semi-final against India with no fear, said all-rounder Sam Curran on Tuesday, adding that their first job would be to silence a raucous home crowd. England will take on the favourites and hosts in front of 35,000 fiercely partisan fans in Mumbai on Thursday, with a place in the final against South Africa or New Zealand at stake. The noise will be deafening at times in the cauldron-like confines of the Wankhede Stadium. But Curran said that becaus...

'Shivam Dube's two boundaries as important as Sanju's 97,' says Gambhir
SportTimes of India2d ago

'Shivam Dube's two boundaries as important as Sanju's 97,' says Gambhir

India coach Gautam Gambhir highlights the importance of every team member's contribution. He believes small efforts are as vital as big scores for team success. Gambhir also stated his coaching philosophy will prioritize instinct over data analysis. He is preparing the team for a challenging semifinal against England at Wankhede Stadium.

Record shattered! Shimron Hetmyer breaks Chris Gayle's 17-year-old milestone
SportTimes of India9d ago

Record shattered! Shimron Hetmyer breaks Chris Gayle's 17-year-old milestone

Shimron Hetmyer smashed a blistering 19-ball half-century at the Wankhede Stadium, setting a new West Indies record in T20 World Cup history. This remarkable feat surpassed Chris Gayle's previous record of 23 balls. Hetmyer's aggressive innings showcased the Caribbean team's fearless approach to the game.

Ravi Shastri to have stand named after him at Wankhede Stadium
SportYahoo5d ago

Ravi Shastri to have stand named after him at Wankhede Stadium

MUMBAI: The iconic Wankhede Stadium is set to honour legends of the game, with the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Friday announcing that a stand will be named after former India all-rounder Ravi Shastri, alongside gates dedicated to Dilip Sardesai, Eknath Solkar, and Diana Edulji. While the stand will be named in honour of former Mumbai captain Shastri, three different gates of the venue will be named after players from the city. "The Apex Council approved a proposal to name Level 1 St...