His Bowling is Terrible Ex-India Captain Tears into Sam Curran before IND vs ENG Semi-Final In a shocking and unprecedented move, former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly has taken aim at England all-rounder Sam Curran ahead of the semi-final clash between India and England at the ICC T20 World Cup. Ganguly, who led India to numerous victories during his tenure as captain from 2000 to 2005, made some scathing remarks about Curran's bowling abilities. Speaking to a local news channel, Ganguly said, "His bowling is terrible. I don't know what he's doing out there. He's got pace but no skill." When asked to elaborate on his statement, Ganguly added, "He just depends on his pace and tries to bowl Yorkers. But the problem is that he can't even bowl a decent Yorker. His action looks like it's going to collapse anytime." Ganguly's harsh words have sparked a lot of debate in the cricketing fraternity, with many taking sides on social media. While some have defended Curran, saying that he has improved significantly since his debut series against India in 2018, others have agreed with Ganguly's assessment, pointing out that Curran has struggled to take wickets consistently. The tension between the two teams is already palpable ahead of their semi-final clash on Wednesday. The match promises to be an intense and thrilling contest, with both sides having a lot at stake. While India will look to continue their winning streak and book a spot in the final, England will aim to avenge their earlier defeat at the hands of Pakistan. The crowd is expected to be electric at the SCG, with fans from both countries set to create a sea of blue (India) and red, white and blue (England). With the stakes so high, it's no surprise that Ganguly's comments have added another layer of tension to an already highly anticipated match.#India #England #Sam_Curran #ICC_T20_World_Cup #Sourav_Ganguly #SCG
India vs England - T20 World Cup Semifinal The stage is set for a thrilling encounter as India and England face off in the semifinals of the ICC T20 World Cup at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The match has all the makings of a classic, with both teams boasting star-studded lineups and a wealth of experience in the shortest format of the game. India, led by Rohit Sharma, have been one of the most consistent teams in the tournament so far, winning six out of their eight matches to reach this stage. They have a potent batting lineup, with the likes of KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, and Suryakumar Yadav capable of taking the game away from any opposition on their day. England, under the leadership of Eoin Morgan, have been a force to be reckoned with in recent years, particularly in white-ball cricket. They have a strong squad that has been bolstered by the inclusion of pace bowlers Jofra Archer and Chris Woakes, who have been instrumental in their success so far. The toss has been won by India, and they have opted to bat first. Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul are opening the batting for India, with Eoin Morgan and Jonny Bairstow making up the English top order. The pitch is expected to be a bit slow and low, which could play into the hands of the spinners. The action has gotten underway, and we are all set for an exciting encounter. Stay tuned for live updates from the MCG!#Suryakumar_Yadav #Rohit_Sharma #Virat_Kohli #Eoin_Morgan #Jofra_Archer #ICC_T20_World_Cup #MCG #Melbourne_Cricket_Ground #KL_Rahul #Chris_Woakes
Finn Allen's Record Century Powers New Zealand into T20 World Cup Final New Zealand has made it to the final of the ICC T20 World Cup after Finn Allen's incredible record-breaking century helped them defeat South Africa by 65 runs in a thrilling encounter at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Kiwis, who were already through to the semifinals, took advantage of the winner-takes-all situation and produced an outstanding performance with both bat and ball. Allen, just 24 years old, smashed a magnificent 133 off 72 balls, which included 12 fours and seven sixes, as New Zealand posted a massive 232 for four in their allotted 20 overs. His record-breaking century came off only 56 deliveries, surpassing Martin Guptill's previous best of 103 not out against West Indies at the same venue back in 2012. The Proteas, however, got off to a poor start as they lost opener Quinton de Kock early, and never really recovered from that setback. They were bowled out for 167 with four overs remaining, with left-arm spinner Adam Santner picking up three wickets for just 11 runs in his four-over spell. New Zealand's victory sets up an intriguing final showdown against either England or Pakistan, who will face off each other in the second semifinal later today. The Kiwis, meanwhile, are looking to win their first T20 World Cup title after finishing as runners-up twice previously.#England #Pakistan #Finn_Allen #Martin_Guptill #New_Zealand #Quinton_de_Kock #ICC_T20_World_Cup #Adam_Santner #Dubai_International_Cricket_Stadium
South Africa Posts 169 for 8 against New Zealand in First Semi-Final of ICC T20 World Cup In a thrilling encounter, South Africa managed to post a respectable total of 169 for 8 against New Zealand in the first semi-final match of the ICC T20 World Cup. The Proteas, led by their skipper Temba Bavuma, put up a strong fight despite losing early wickets. The Kiwis, who were expected to make light work of the target, were left reeling after South Africa's bowlers made the most of the conditions at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. New Zealand, however, refused to give up and kept themselves in the hunt with a spirited display. South Africa's batting lineup was led by Aiden Markram, who scored 27 off 23 balls before being dismissed by Tim Southee. The Proteas then lost wickets at regular intervals, but the lower order managed to put together a decent total. New Zealand, needing 170 runs for victory, got off to a poor start after losing their first two wickets without much fuss. Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell tried to steady the ship, but the pressure was too much to handle as they both fell to consecutive deliveries from Markram. As the game progressed, the Kiwis' chase became increasingly difficult, with South Africa's bowlers continuing to make life hard for them. In the end, it proved to be a challenge too far, and New Zealand succumbed to the Proteas' bowling attack by 8 runs.#Daryl_Mitchell #Aiden_Markram #Sheikh_Zayed_Stadium #Temba_Bavuma #Kane_Williamson #ICC_T20_World_Cup #Tim_Southee
Tournament of Champions: Eden's Last Match Wednesday, South Africa Edges Ahead in First Semi-Final against New Zealand The ICC T20 World Cup is reaching its climax as the top teams battle it out for a place in the final. In the first semi-final match to be played on Wednesday at the iconic Eden Gardens, South Africa will take on New Zealand. The Proteas have been in impressive form throughout the tournament, and their strong performance has earned them a slight edge over the Kiwis going into this crucial encounter. South Africa's batting lineup has been particularly potent, with Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma forming a formidable opening pair. Their middle-order batsmen, such as David Miller and Tristan Stubbs, have also chipped in with important contributions. In addition to their strong batting, the Proteas' bowling attack, led by Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, has been equally impressive, keeping opposition teams under pressure. New Zealand, on the other hand, has relied heavily on its experienced campaigner Daryl Mitchell, who has been in top form throughout the tournament. The Kiwis have also received significant contributions from their young guns, including Finn Allen and Michael Bracewell. Their bowling attack, featuring the likes of Trent Boult and Adam Milne, has been decent but not exceptional. Despite New Zealand's strong record against South Africa in T20 cricket, the Proteas' slight edge going into this match should give them a psychological advantage. The Eden Gardens crowd is ...#Daryl_Mitchell #South_Africa #David_Miller #Finn_Allen #Eden_Gardens #Tristan_Stubbs #Kagiso_Rabada #Trent_Boult #New_Zealand #Quinton_de_Kock #Temba_Bavuma #Lungi_Ngidi #ICC_T20_World_Cup #Adam_Milne #Michael_Bracewell
India vs England: A Familiar Semifinal at a Different Wankhede The second semifinal of the ICC T20 World Cup is set to be played at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, but this time it's not the same old tale. The venue has undergone significant changes since the last India-England clash here, which was a thrilling 2016 World T20 semifinal that went down to the wire. This time around, the stakes are just as high, and the teams will be looking to make their mark in different conditions. The Wankhede Stadium has been renovated with a new pitch and outfield, which is expected to offer more pace and bounce than before. The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, will be looking to capitalize on home advantage and make it to their third consecutive T20 World Cup final. They have been in excellent form, winning all six matches in the group stage and scoring at a phenomenal rate. England, on the other hand, have been a different story altogether. After being thrashed by New Zealand in their first match, they bounced back strongly to win five consecutive games and make it to the semifinals. Their batting unit, led by Jos Buttler, has been particularly impressive, with several players chipping in with crucial contributions. The rivalry between India and England is well-documented, and this semifinal promises to be a thrilling encounter. The two teams have a long history of producing close matches, and this one is expected to be no different. With the Wankhede Stadium's new pitch and outfield offering more pace and bounce, it will be interesting to see how the teams adapt. Rohit Sharma's India will be looking to utilize their strong batting lineup to post a big total and put pressure on England's batsmen. The English team, led by Buttler, will look to exploit any we...#India #Rohit_Sharma #England #Wankhede_Stadium #Jos_Buttler #New_Zealand #ICC_T20_World_Cup
