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Letters to The Editor — October 25, 2023

Readers’ mail to The Hindu's Letters to the Editor

The Hindu

Minnows no more: On World Cup and lower ranked teams

In the cricket World Cup, the wins by Afghanistan and the Netherlands have opened up the points table and small margins will define big shifts in the coming weeks

The Hindu

Bishan Singh Bedi’s words always had the depth of a life well lived and the world acutely observed

Bishan Singh Bedi was an iconic left-arm spinner, a philosopher, sharp observer of politics, and a man of the world. He had a larger-than-life presence, a laugh that reverberated, and a propensity to guffaw. He was part of the famous spin-quartet, had 266 Test wickets, and cared deeply for cricket.…

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Ben Stokes remains ‘100 per cent committed’ to England, says Rob Key

Test captain Stokes turned down a three-year central contract in favour of a 12-month extension but England’s director of men’s cricket isn’t worried.

The Independent UK

ICC World Cup | Heinrich Klassen one of the most fearsome ODI batters in world cricket

It may sound odd but arguably the best batter of spin bowling in limited overs’ cricket is a South African. It is not at all odd that he is equally indomitable against pace bowlers. No wonder then that Heinrich Klaasen is one of the most fearsome batters in world cricket,…

The Hindu

The Lords of Wankhede: WV Raman, R Kaushik’s book unveiled at a star-studded function

India's 1983 World Cup win marked a shift in cricketing landscape. 28 yrs later, book The Lords of Wankhede explores the evolution of Indian cricket. Dilip Vengsarkar, VVS Laxman, Venkatesh Prasad, among others, attended the launch. India's historic moments, like 1986 tied Test, Anil Kumble's perfect 10, and No.1 Test…

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | Mahmudullah’s century in vain as South Africa thrashes Bangladesh

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: South Africa vs Bangladesh at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on October 24, 2023.

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Bishan Bedi obituary

One of India’s greatest cricketers admired for his mesmerising spin bowling who captained his country in the 1970s

The Guardian - UK

Bishan Singh Bedi's last rites attended by bevy of Indian cricketers

NEW DELHI: The cricketing community, including legends like Kapil Dev and Virender Sehwag, gathered to bid farewell to the legendary Indian spinner Bishan Bedi on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Bishan Singh Bedi: A craftsman of flight and an old-school straight talker

It started off as a lyrical amble across the stumps before he reached the bowling crease. And at the point of the release, almost meditating over the next note, the poet of aerial trajectory let go of the ball to spin a story.

Newslaundry

ECB hands out first multi-year central contracts

NEW DELHI: The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Tuesday that Harry Brook, Joe Root, and Mark Wood have been awarded three-year central contracts as part of their new multi-year contracting system.

The Times of India

ICC World Cup | What went wrong for Pakistan national cricket team

Pakistan's World Cup hopes hang in balance due to bowling woes, captaincy questions, and PCB instability. Naseem's injury, Shaheen's lack of early impact, Haris' runs conceded, spinners' lack of bite, Babar's captaincy, selection favouritism, security restrictions, and frequent PCB changes have all contributed.

The Hindu

'Comfortable at three' if Travis Head is back, says Australia's Mitchell Marsh

NEW DELHI: Australian cricketer Mitchell Marsh on Tuesday expressed his readiness to take up the number three batting position if opener Travis Head returns to the team for their upcoming World Cup clash against the Netherlands.

The Times of India

Ben Stokes opts against multi-year England extension after 26 central contracts announced

The England and Wales Cricket Board has been revising its approach to central contracts to meet the challenge of franchise leagues

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ABVP condemns disrespect shown to national flag during cricket match in Chennai

ABVP condemns disrespectful act of throwing tricolour into dustbin at Chepauk Stadium. Demands strictest action against police officers responsible and calls on DMK govt. to apologise. Urges citizens to join in demand for justice and respect for national flag, protecting dignity and unity of country.

The Independent UK

England players sign multi-year deals but Ben Stokes takes one-year extension

The England and Wales Cricket Board has been revising its approach to central contracts to meet the challenge of franchise leagues.

The Guardian - UK

Ben Stokes signs one-year England deal after turning down multiyear contract

The England & Wales Cricket Board has handed out its first multiyear central contracts but Ben Stokes has signed only a one-year deal

The Hindu

ICC World Cup | We'll address the batting frailties in the back end, says Mitchell Marsh

Australia won't brush aside late collapse vs Pak, will look to address batting frailties vs Netherlands, says Mitchell Marsh. Warner, Marsh smashed hundreds, but late collapse saw them finish at 367/9. Pakistan gave blueprint on how to go about back end of innings. Head firming up for return, Marsh happy…

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The Independent UK

Afghanistan captain on his side’s stunning upset against Pakistan in Cricket World Cup: ‘Tastes sweet’

Afghanistan ends seven-match losing streak against Pakistan in stunning upset that ‘tastes sweet’

The Times of India

'As a batman he is very good, but as a leader...': Pakistan greats criticise Babar Azam's captaincy

NEW DELHI: The defeat of the Pakistan cricket team against Afghanistan in the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup in India has sparked heavy criticism from former Pakistan cricketers. The loss, which came as a shock to many, has put Pakistan's semi-finals aspirations in jeopardy. Former cricketers have questioned the captaincy…

AAP

Khawaja rested for second-straight Shield match

Australia opener Usman Khawaja will miss a second-straight Sheffield Shield match for Queensland in a bid to manage his workload.

The Times of India

I will remember this World Cup for the rest of my life, says Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq

While Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq will forever cherish the ongoing ICC World Cup after his team's remarkable achievements, he remains steadfast in his choice to retire from 50-over cricket once the tournament concludes.

The Independent UK

Babar Azam gives reasons for Pakistan’s shocking loss to Afghanistan in Cricket World Cup 2023

While Afghanistan chased their 283-run target without breaking into a sweat, temperatures in Pakistan soared

The Independent UK

Australia vs Netherlands LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ODI World Cup

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The Times of India

'Bishan Singh Bedi was the one who brought team together'

BENGALURU: Bishan Singh Bedi, cricketer par excellence, a fearless leader on and off the field. He was a man who brought the team together, in victory and defeat.

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