‪Cricket World Cup‬‬ Archives

Why India Should Play Pakistan at the World Cup, Despite Pulwama Attack

India playing Pakistan isn’t about giving peace a chance but about giving its own World Cup campaign a chance. Even the BCCI’s Committee of Administrators chief Vinod Rai has said, “We would be shooting ourselves in the foot if we don’t play Pakistan in the World Cup.”

Pawan July 2, 2016

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Are Bangladesh the New “Cornered Tigers” of World Cricket?

In their Nottingham fixture against Australia at the ongoing World Cup, Bangladesh lost the game, but won over even more hearts with their spirited display. Today, the Tigers have shed the minnow tag and enter the field as equals no matter who their opponents are.

Rupha Ramani June 29, 2016

Sports

What Will It Take for South Africa to Lift the World Cup Curse?

When something is repeated over and over again, it starts gaining credence. Today, South Africa’s World Cup “curse” is something every youngster coming in with dreams in his eyes, just has to deal with and accept. Maybe it has even become a part of the country’s sporting psyche that cannot be shaken off, no matter what happens.

Rupha Ramani June 14, 2016

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The Sweet September When Cricket Was Reborn

You remember sport for the moments, not the statistics, and ten years ago, the inaugural T20 World Cup is the moment cricket changed forever.

Pawan May 4, 2016

Sports

Is This the Most Predictable Cricket World Cup Ever?

Halfway through cricket’s showpiece event, the grim reality is becoming clearer: the tournament, despite its magnitude, is as damp and predictable as the rains that are constantly lashing it. There are no last-over finishes, no upsets, just the top four teams cruising ahead.

Pawan May 4, 2016

Sports

Will the 2019 World Cup Be All About Dhoni?

Though 2011 will forever be MS Dhoni’s crowning glory as captain, that edition of the World Cup was all about Sachin Tendulkar. Eight years on, as India begin their 2019 World Cup campaign against South Africa, it seems as if MSD has been shedding all the baggage and getting ready for his final act in cricket.

Pawan May 1, 2016

POV

Why the Neighbourhood Men’s Salon is My Favourite Place to Watch a World Cup Game

If I’m expecting a good game of cricket, I head to the men’s salon in my gully. These gatherings are simple affairs – there’s no one flaunting an expensive jersey; there are no stands named after cricketing greats. It’s just a musty shop, where emotions run high and complaints that someone is stepping on your toes are not welcome.

Hardik Rajgor March 8, 2016