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World Cup final is a coronation but cricket’s rulers are not in doubt

Jay Shah, the head of the BCCI, has bent the entire sport to his will. Sunday could be his country’s crowning glory

The Guardian - UK

ICC World Cup spikes air travel demand to Ahmedabad

MUMBAI: Ahmedabad, the mecca for cricket devotees this weekend, is set to handle over hundred charter flights on Sunday, apart from extra airline flights that are expected to fly in fully packed.

The Times of India

Richard Illingworth and Richard Kettleborough named on-field umpires for World Cup final

Richard Kettleborough and Richard Illingworth to umpire World Cup final b/w India and Australia in Ahmedabad. Kettleborough umpired 2015 final, Illingworth played in 1992 final. Joel Wilson (3rd umpire), Chris Gaffaney (4th umpire) and Andy Pycroft (match referee) also part of officiating teams. Both umpires have won David Shepherd Trophy…

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PCB starts clearing players' dues after central contracts issue resolved

KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board has started clearing the dues of national team players, which were held up for the last few months because of issues relating to new central contracts.

The Times of India

ICC names Richard Illingworth and Richard Kettleborough as on-field umpires for the India vs Australia World Cup final

NEW DELHI: Richard Illingworth and Richard Kettleborough are set to officiate as on-field umpires for the highly anticipated ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia in Ahmedabad.

The Times of India

World Cup final: BCCI curators monitor pitch preparations, Andy Atkinson to join tomorrow

AHMEDABAD: What will be ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's future was a question floating around as the burly New Zealander was nowhere to be seen during pitch preparation 48 hours ahead of the World Cup final between India and Australia here.

The Times of India

World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

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World Cup final: ICC pitch consultant Atkinson back home as BCCI curators monitor preparations

Ahmedabad: ICC pitch consultant Andy Atkinson's assignment is over and he has left the country. BCCI brass, Ashish Bhowmick, Taposh Chatterjee, Abbey Kuruvilla, and Rohit Sharma monitored pitch prep for World Cup final. Heavy roller used to create slow batting track. 315 could be defendable score.

The Hindu

Can hospitals be military targets? What international law says

Israel’s attack on Gaza’s al-Shifa hospital has sparked accusations of war crimes – but Israel says it falls within the boundaries of international law

The Guardian - AU

Why India is under fire over pitch change controversy ahead of Cricket World Cup final

Cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar says ‘morons’ saying pitch change benefited Indian side should ‘just shut up’

The Independent UK

Australia face great unknown on state of final wicket

A week of drama over the choice of wickets for major games of the World Cup has the potential to dominate the build up to Australia's final against hosts India.

AAP

'We showed a lot of resilience', says South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma after semi-final loss

NEW DELHI: After South Africa's three-wicket loss to Australia in the ICC World Cup semi-final, captain Temba Bavuma commended his team for displaying a considerable amount of resilience. Bavuma acknowledged Australia's effective use of opportunities during the powerplay, emphasising that this allowed the rest of the Australian team to settle…

The Times of India

AUS vs SA | Aussies overcomes middle-order stutter, makes final

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia wins by three wickets, sets up final vs India. Australia beats South Africa by 3 wickets to reach the World Cup final. David Miller's 101 and Travis Head's 62 helped South Africa and Australia respectively.

The Hindu

Irish government faces claims of ‘double standards’ on Israel and Russia

Opposition motions calling for a range of sanctions against Israel were voted down in the Dail parliament on Wednesday.

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S Africa’s ruling ANC to back opposition motion to close Israeli embassy

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the International Criminal Court to investigate Israel for war crimes in Gaza.

The Independent UK

Why India is under fire over pitch change controversy ahead of Cricket World Cup final

Cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar says ‘morons’ saying pitch change benefited Indian side should ‘just shut up’

The Hindu

Shut up, stop taking potshots at India: Gavaskar on pitch controversy

Sunil Gavaskar dismisses conspiracy theories around pitch for India-NZ WC semifinal, asks "morons" to shut up. India won by 70-runs to reach 2023 World Cup final. Pitch alteration reports emerged before match

The Independent UK

More than 20 Irish citizens out of Gaza through Rafah crossing

The Government said it is continuing to work on getting remaining Irish citizens out of Gaza.

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S Africa: World must urge Israel to stop ‘crime against humanity’ in Gaza

Top diplomat Nalendi Pandor says she sees ‘very clear similarities’ between Israel’s occupation and system of apartheid.

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia vs South Africa semifinal preview

South Africa captain Bavuma says they are wary of Australia’s experience but he is confident of his side’s chances.

The Independent UK

First Irish citizens and dependents cleared to leave Gaza through Rafah crossing

Irish premier Leo Varadkar said the Government is ‘working tirelessly’ for citizens still in Gaza

The Hindu

INTERVIEW | Sport is a real tool for change, says David Beckham

. David Beckham's visit to India as a UNICEF ambassador has been inspiring. He has seen the progress made, but also the need for change. He discussed the power of sport to break down barriers and the importance of gender equality. He also spoke of his involvement with Inter Miami…

The Guardian - UK

India accused over pitch switch for New Zealand Cricket World Cup semi-final

India’s cricket board, the BCCI, has been accused of intervening in the choice of pitch for India’s semi-final against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai

Evening Standard

India vs New Zealand: Controversy over pitch swap for Cricket World Cup semi-final amid home bias claims

The wicket used at the Wankhede Stadium has already been played on twice in the tournament

The Guardian - UK

How green is my ground? Edgbaston leads the way against the odds

Despite not being near a train station, Warwickshire’s home is thinking big when it comes to eco transformation

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