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  • Virat Kohli’s Replacement For First Two Tests Vs ENG: Sarfaraz Khan And Rajat Patidar In Contention – Report | cricket news

    India’s key batsman, Virat Kohli, has withdrawn from participation in the initial two Tests against England citing personal reasons that necessitate his immediate and exclusive focus, as stated by the BCCI on Monday. The cricket board has appealed to both fans and media to avoid speculating about the precise cause for his compelled absence before the commencement of the five-match series scheduled to kick off in Hyderabad on January 25. The Board has assured that a replacement for the prominent batter will be announced soon.

    “Virat Kohli has requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to be withdrawn from the first two Tests of the upcoming IDFC First Bank Test series against England, citing personal reasons,” BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in a statement.

    The BCCI also said that Kohli has discussed his decision with skipper Rohit Sharma and the team management. (Shoaib Malik’s Bride Sana Javed Shares New Wedding Photo On Internet, Check Pic Here)

    “Virat has spoken to captain Rohit Sharma, the team management and the selectors and has emphasized that while representing the country has always been his top priority, certain personal situations demand his presence and undivided attention,” the release further stated.

    Pant said “When I came into the Test team in 2018, the thought process under Kohli Bhai & Ravi Bhai was to win in overseas – We want to be the best in the world”. [Star Sports] pic.twitter.com/AKvecvY6HL Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 19, 2024

    Shah also said that BCCI completely backs its star player and has faith in the team and its ability to get results even without its best batsman. (Virat Kohli To Miss First 2 Tests Vs England Due To Personal Reasons, BCCI Requests Fans To Respect His Privacy)

    “The BCCI respects his decision and the Board and team management has extended its support to the star batsman and is confident in the abilities of the remaining squad members to step up and deliver commendable performances in the Test series,” the secretary said. He also urged everyone to respect Kohli’s privacy.

    “The BCCI requests the media and fans to respect Virat Kohli’s privacy during this time and refrain from speculating on the nature of his personal reasons.

    “The focus should remain on supporting the Indian cricket team as they embark on the upcoming challenges in the Test series,” Shah said.

    It has been learned that both Shah and chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar were kept in loop about the possibility of Kohli needing a break at some point during the England series. Recently, Kohli also skipped the first T20I game against Afghanistan due to “personal reasons”.

    Before that, he had taken a short break, again for personal reasons, during India’s tour of South Africa where he missed an intra-squad practice game and flew to London, within days after arriving in South Africa. The last time he took a break, which was not linked to any injury, during a Test series was a paternity leave in 2021 when his daughter Vamika was born. He only played the first Test of that series.

    Rajat Patidar vs Sarfaraz Khan as replacement

    It is understood that one among the two heavyweight India ‘A’ performers — Rajat Patidar of Madhya Pradesh and Sarfaraz Khan of Mumbai — are frontrunners to replace Kohli.

    Patidar recently scored 151 against the England Lions in an unofficial Test and Sarfaraz scored a half-ton in the second innings of the same game. There is talk of including veteran Cheteshwar Pujara in the line-up considering his experience of 20,000 plus first-class runs, including 7000 in Tests.

    However, it will be interesting if the current selection committee under Agarkar is ready to look back or move forward.The batting line-up for first Test will comprise Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, and KS Bharat (wk).

  • WATCH: India Cricket Stars Seek Divine Blessings At Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple On Makar Sankranti | cricket news

    After a resounding 2-0 lead in the ongoing IND vs AFG T20I series, the India cricket team stars, including Tilak Verma, Washington Sundar, Jitesh Sharma, and Ravi Bishnoi, embarked on a spiritual journey to seek blessings at the revered Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti. The cricketers actively participated in the sacred ‘Bhasma Aarti,’ a ritual performed between 3:30 AM and 5:30 AM at the Mahakaleshwar Temple. Expressing their joy, the players shared with ANI, “It was a pleasure to be here and to take the blessings of Lord Shiva.”

    Tilak, Sundar, Jitesh and Bishnoi attend ‘Bhasma Aarti’ performed at the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga temple in Ujjain.pic.twitter.com/jI7EO0zaNw

    — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 15, 2024 Bhasma Aarti: A Unique Tradition

    The ‘Bhasma Aarti’ involves ash offerings and holds significant religious importance. Conducted during the auspicious Brahma Muhurta, it is believed that the wishes of the devotees who participate in this ritual are fulfilled. The temple priest, Sanjay Sharma, explained the elaborate ceremonies performed, including a holy bath of Lord Mahakal with Panchamrit.

    Cricket Stars’ Testimony

    The cricket players, seated in the temple’s Nandi Hall, expressed their gratitude, stating that it was a pleasure to be present and receive the blessings of Lord Shiva. This spiritual visit came on the heels of their victorious encounter against Afghanistan in Indore.

    Cricket Triumph at Holkar Stadium

    Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shivam Dube showcased stellar performances as India chased down 173 to secure victory in the IND vs AFG 2nd T20I at Holkar Stadium. Despite an early setback with the dismissal of skipper Rohit Sharma, Jaiswal, along with contributions from Virat Kohli and Dube, led India to a commanding win.

    Bhasma Aarti Goes Viral

    A video capturing the four cricketers, Ravi Bishnoi, Tilak Varma, Washington Sundar, and Jitesh Sharma, participating in the ‘Bhasma Aarti’ went viral on social media. The unique ritual, symbolizing the transient nature of life, resonated with fans.

    Tilak Varma’s Challenge

    While the cricketing stars soaked in the divine vibes, Tilak Varma faced cricketing challenges. Despite a commendable T20I record, competition within the Indian side, including the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, poses a challenge for him to secure a permanent spot in the playing XI.

  • India Vs Afghanistan: Virat Kohli Arrives At Mumbai Airport In Rs 1.32 Crore Luxury Car As He Leaves For Indore For 2nd T20I; Watch | cricket news

    Virat Kohli missed the first T20I of the three-match series vs Afghanista n on Thursday but will feature in the 2nd T20I to be played at Holkar stadium in Indore on Sunday, January 14. It was earlier reported that Kohli skipped the first match for birthday. of his daughter Vamika, who was on 11th of this month. However, BCCI never said the same thing with head coach Rahul Dravid revealing that Kohli is not playing the 1st match due to personal reasons.

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    On Saturday, Kohli left Mumbai for Indore and was spotted by photojournalists at the airport. Kohli arrived at the Mumbai airport in a super luxury car which costs around Rs 1.32 crore. Kohli traveled from his house to the airport in a Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4MATIC current which has starting price Rs 1.32 crore (ex-showroom).

    Watch Kohli’s lavish car here:

    King Kohli on his way to Indore.

    – The GOAT returns tomorrow…!!! _pic.twitter.com/CQFQvpp5i8 — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 13, 2024

    In the first T20I, India made short work of Afghanistan, beating them by 6 wickets as Shivam Dube shone with both bat and ball. Dube stroked match-winning unbeaten 60 off 40 balls to help India chase down 159 runs with plenty of balls remaining. Dube also picked one wicket with the ball in hand, which is great news for Indian management as they desperately look for fast-bowling all-rounder like Hardik Pandya.

    Kohli’s return to the Indian playing 11 strengthens the team. However, one needs to see who he replaces him in the XI now with Dube performing so well in the 1st T20I. Not to forget, Yashasvi Jaiswal had also missed the first T20I due to a niggle and if he is fit, the first-choice opener should be back in XI as well. If Jaiswal and Kohli play the 2nd T20I, we might see Shubman Gill and Tilal Varma making way for them.

    India’s playing 11 could look like this for 2nd T20I: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar.

    It will be interesting to see how Kohli fares in the 2nd T20I as he marks his return to the format internationally after a long gap. Kohli, Rohit both did not play T20Is after the T20 World Cup 2022 semifinal loss as Hardik Pandya led the team in this period. That was because these two modern greats from India focused on Tests and ODIs as it was the Cricket World Cup 2023 year. Now with T20 World Cup 2024 approaching, Rohit and Virat have returned to lead India again.

  • Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma keen on playing T20 World Cup 2024; Crucial BCCI Meeting To Take Place Soon – Report | cricket news

    The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee will have some sleepless nights before selecting the squad for T20s against Afghanistan with veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli keen to play the World Cup in June.

    Both Rohit and Kohli have not played in the shortest format for India since the T20 World Cup semi-final against England in November 2022. (Sara Tendulkar Wishes Happy New Year To Fans With Photo From Her Vacation)

    The two national selectors, Shiv Sunder Das and Salil Ankola are both in South Africa and will be joined by their chairman Agarkar during the course of the second Test at Newlands.

    It is expected that Agarkar and Co will speak to head coach Rahul Dravid along with Test and ODI skipper Rohit, star batsman Kohli before announcing the squad against Afghanistan.

    ’30-odd players could be monitored during IPL’

    Around 30 T20 specialists, including India and IPL stars, will be monitored ahead of the ICC event in the Caribbean and United States. It remains to be seen whether Agarkar and his colleagues select both Rohit and Kohli for the short series starting January 11 in Mohali or directly check their form and fitness during IPL.

    The two contemporary legends have apparently made it clear that they would very much like to be part of the T20 World Cup. (India Vs South Africa 2nd Test Probable Playing 11s: India Likely To Make 3 Changes For Cape Town Test; Will Shubman Gill Get Dropped?)

    With England Tests starting in Hyderabad from January 25, it is unlikely that even if Rohit and Virat are selected, they would play beyond a couple of matches.

    “Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya aren’t fit. The Afghanistan series won’t tell you anything. Everything will be decided on the basis of the first month of IPL,” a senior BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

    A stunning view here at the Newlands Cricket Ground as #TeamIndia prepare for the 2nd Test match.#SAvIND pic.twitter.com/4NmEMp61Hv BCCI (@BCCI) January 1, 2024

    ‘Workload management and monitoring core group during IPL’

    The BCCI brass knows that they can’t tell any franchise to optimally use a potential pick for the T20 World Cup which will be held in June-July after IPL concludes in the last week of May.

    “The BCCI can never tell a franchise to manage a star player’s workload unless it’s a case of injury management,” the source added.

    So there is a possibility that at least 25 to 30 players are zeroed in and monitored closely during the two months of IPL. There could be a case of injury or fitness issue during the IPL and the selection committee would need two players for each slot, so that the like-for-like replacement is ready. The only player whose ready replacement won’t be available is Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya.

  • IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli missed a century, but created history

    In its fifth match of the World Cup, India defeated New Zealand by four wickets on Sunday 22 October. Batter in this victory of India Virat Kohli And bowler Mohammed Shami played an important role. While Mohammed Shami took five wickets for the third time in his career, Virat Kohli missed the century by just five otherwise he would have equaled Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 centuries in ODI cricket. Virat Kohli had scored 48 centuries after scoring 103 runs in the match with Bangladesh. In yesterday’s match, Virat Kohli was out for 95 runs, but he took the team to the door of victory and Ravindra Jadeja hit the winning four.

    In its fifth match of the World Cup, India defeated New Zealand by four wickets on Sunday 22 October. Batsman Virat Kohli and bowler Mohammed Shami played important roles in India’s victory. While Mohammed Shami took five wickets for the third time in his career, Virat Kohli missed the century by just five otherwise he would have equaled Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 centuries in ODI cricket. Virat Kohli had scored 48 centuries after scoring 103 runs in the match with Bangladesh. In yesterday’s match, Virat Kohli was out for 95 runs, but he took the team to the door of victory and Ravindra Jadeja hit the winning four.

  • IND vs NZ: Suryakumar Yadav lost his focus, got run out after scoring 2 runs, Virat Kohli is not responsible

    Suryakumar Yadav

    Suryakumar Yadav got a chance in the playing eleven after four matches of the league stage in the ICC World Cup 2023, but Suryakumar could not live up to the expectations. He was run out on a personal score of just two runs. Virat Kohli was at the other end. But Virat cannot be blamed for Surya’s runout.

    Virat Kohli

    Suryakumar Yadav was run out in the 34th over. That was Trent Boult’s ball. Surya played a shot on the fifth ball of the 34th over. This shot towards cover reached Santner’s hands and he displayed brilliant fielding and ran out Surya.

    Virat Kohli

    There was some problem in the coordination between Virat Kohli and Surya and Surya sacrificed his wicket. Although after this Kohli was also seen regretting a lot, but it was not Kohli’s fault in this. Both the batsmen gathered at almost the same end and then Surya ran back, but could not reach the crease.

    India vs New Zealand

    Suryakumar Yadav got a chance in this fifth match of the league. Surya seemed fully prepared to capitalize on this opportunity, but he could not play any big shot and returned to the pavilion after being run out on the score of two. It is expected that Hardik Pandya will return in the next match against England, in such a situation it is difficult for Surya to get a chance again.

    Virat Kohli

    Now let’s talk about the match. On the basis of Virat Kohli’s inning of 95 runs after Mohammed Shami’s 5 wickets, India defeated New Zealand in the World Cup match after 20 years. India registered its fifth consecutive win and strengthened its claim for a place in the semi-finals.

    Virat Kohli

    With this victory, India has strengthened its position at the top with 10 points from five wins in five matches. New Zealand is in second place with eight points from four wins in five matches. Chasing New Zealand’s target of 274 runs, India won by scoring 274 runs for six wickets in 48 overs. Captain Rohit Sharma also played a good inning of (46) runs.

    Virat Kohli

    Kohli (95 runs in 104 balls, eight fours, two sixes) along with Shreyas Iyer (33) scored 52 runs for the third wicket, Lokesh Rahul (27) scored 54 runs for the fourth wicket and Ravindra Jadeja (39 not out in 44 balls). The 78-run partnership for the sixth wicket with India wrote the script of victory.

    India vs New Zealand

    For New Zealand, Lockie Ferguson took two wickets for 63 runs. Mitchell Santner bowled economically and took one wicket for 37 runs but could not lead the team to victory. Earlier, apart from playing an inning of 130 runs in 127 balls with the help of five sixes and nine fours, he added 159 runs for the third wicket with Rachin Ravindra (75 runs, 87 balls, six fours, one six).

    Virat Kohli

    Despite this the team was out for 273 runs in 50 overs. The partnership between Mitchell and Ravindra is the biggest partnership for any wicket on this ground. Indian fielders also gave life to both these batsmen. Shami was the most successful bowler for India, taking five wickets for the third time in his career while giving 54 runs.

    India vs New Zealand

    Left arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav proved expensive. He took two wickets for 73 runs. Mohammad Siraj (one wicket for 45 runs) and Jasprit Bumrah (one wicket for 45 runs) bowled economically and took one wicket each. New Zealand’s batsmen looked under pressure for the first time during the entire tournament. The team could score only 68 runs in the last 13 overs against India’s accurate bowling.

    India vs New Zealand

    This is India’s fourth win in 10 matches against New Zealand in the World Cup, while it has faced defeat in five matches. One match remained inconclusive. India last defeated New Zealand in the World Cup 20 years ago in 2003 in Centurion.

    India vs New Zealand

    Chasing the target, India got a good start by the pair of Rohit Sharma (46) and Shubman Gill (26) by adding 71 runs for the first wicket. Rohit looked in good form from the beginning. After opening the account with a four off Trent Boult, he delivered the ball to him and Matt Henry to the audience.

    India vs New Zealand

    After a cautious start, Gill hit two fours each on Bolt and Henry and took the team’s score beyond 50 runs in the eighth over. Rohit hit sixes on Henry and Santner but the very first ball of Lockie Ferguson was played on the wickets. Facing 40 balls, he hit four sixes and the same number of fours.

  • Anushka Sharma did not come to watch India’s match, is this why Virat Kohli missed his century?

    Virat Kohli

    Team India has also registered a spectacular victory in its fifth match of the World Cup 2023. India has defeated New Zealand in the World Cup after 20 years. Along with Mohammed Shami, Virat Kohli also had an important contribution in India’s spectacular victory. Shami took 5 wickets, while Virat was out after scoring 95 runs. Virat missed scoring his 49th century in ODIs.

    Virat Kohli

    Virat Kohli’s wife Anushka Sharma was not present in the stadium to watch this match held in Dharamshala. If fans are to be believed, perhaps Virat Kohli could not complete his century due to this reason. While trying to hit a big shot, Virat got out on a personal score of 95.

    Virat Kohli

    On October 19, in the match against Bangladesh, Virat Kohli completed his century at the last moment. Anushka Sharma was present in the stadium in Pune at that time. Virat considers Anushka lucky for him. He has praised Anushka a lot on many occasions. He had told how much Anushka had supported him when he was going through the most difficult phase of his career.

    Virat Kohli

    Talking about the match, with the win in Dharamshala, India has strengthened its position at the top with 10 points from five wins in five matches. New Zealand is in second place with eight points from four wins in five matches. Chasing New Zealand’s target of 274 runs, India won the match in 48 overs.

    Virat Kohli

    Kohli (95 runs in 104 balls, eight fours, two sixes) along with Shreyas Iyer (33) along with 52 for the third wicket, Lokesh Rahul (27) along with 54 for the fourth wicket and Ravindra Jadeja (39 not out in 44 balls) The partnership of 78 runs for the sixth wicket proved to be quite effective.

    Virat Kohli

    For New Zealand, Lockie Ferguson took two wickets for 63 runs. Mitchell Santner bowled economically and took one wicket for 37 runs but could not lead the team to victory.

    Virat Kohli

    Earlier, apart from playing an inning of 130 runs in 127 balls with the help of five sixes and nine fours, Mitchell also added 159 runs for the third wicket with Rachin Ravindra (75 runs, 87 balls, six fours, one six), but despite this the team Was out for 273 runs in 50 overs.

    India vs New Zealand

    The partnership between Mitchell and Ravindra is the biggest partnership for any wicket on this ground. Indian fielders also gave life to both these batsmen. Shami was the most successful bowler for India, taking five wickets for the third time in his career while giving 54 runs.

    India vs New Zealand

    Left arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav proved expensive. He took two wickets for 73 runs. Mohammad Siraj (one wicket for 45 runs) and Jasprit Bumrah (one wicket for 45 runs) bowled economically and took one wicket each.

    India vs New Zealand

    New Zealand’s batsmen looked under pressure for the first time during the entire tournament. The team could score only 68 runs in the last 13 overs against India’s accurate bowling. This is India’s fourth win in 10 matches against New Zealand in the World Cup, while it has faced defeat in five matches. One match remained inconclusive. India last defeated New Zealand in the World Cup 20 years ago in 2003 in Centurion.

  • World Cup: Know why the umpire did not give wide, Merrill Cricket Club gave the complete reason

    The 17th match of the World Cup 2023 was played between India vs Bangladesh. This match was played at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune from 2 pm Indian time. Batting first, Bangladesh team gave India a target of 257 runs. Chasing this, India won at the loss of three wickets in 41.3 overs. Virat played an unbeaten inning of 103 runs in 97 balls. Before the century, wicketkeeper batsman KL Rahul, standing at the last end, was continuously giving him strikes so that he could complete the century under any circumstances. Meanwhile, left arm orthodox spinner Nasum Ahmed came to bowl the 42nd over of the Indian innings for Bangladesh. He bowled the very first ball towards the leg side. Some fans felt that this ball should have been given wide, umpire Richard Kettlero showed partiality and gave Virat Kohli a chance to score a century. However, Virat Kohli was surprised for a few moments after seeing Nasum’s negative line bowling. He felt that umpire Richard would give WIDE and he would miss the century but Richard stood still. Then Virat played another ball of Nasum, then scored his 48th century by hitting a six on the third ball. After this, Virat waved the bat in his own style and returned to the pavilion. This was India’s fourth consecutive win in the tournament.

    Merrill Cricket Club explained why the ball was not given

    On the matter of wide ball not being given, Merrill Cricket Club, the body that makes the rules of cricket, said that according to rule 22.4 of MCC, wide ball cannot be given in the following conditions. There were changes in the rules of March 2022 wide. If the batsman is moving during the delivery then a wide ball is not given. At the same time, the ball passed very close to the batsman. If the ball touches the batsman, the umpire will not consider any delivery as wide, but will declare the ball wide only when the ball passes near the batsman. At the same time, the rules of cricket also say, ‘If the ball goes wide from him due to movement of the batsman, then the umpire will not declare the delivery wide.

    Umpire Richard Kettleborough Biography

    Richard Kettleborough is a very famous umpire, he has also played first class cricket for England. Talking about his umpiring career, he has played the role of TV umpire and on-field umpire in 112 test matches, while he has played the role of umpire and TV umpire in 155 ODI matches. He has also umpired in 51 T20 International matches. Full coverage of Cricket World Cup 2023. Apart from this, he has scored 1258 runs in 33 First Class matches and 290 runs in 21 List A matches. He was a left-handed top order batsman and part-time bowler. He was added to the ECB’s umpiring list in 2006. He made his international umpiring debut in the T20 between England and Australia at Old Trafford in 2009.

  • World Cup 2023: India won the match, but captain Rohit Sharma was fined heavily, know why

    team india world cup 2023 Has also registered a spectacular victory in his fourth match. India defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets. captain Rohit Sharma Played a brilliant inning of 48 runs. But Rohit has suffered a setback. The Indian captain has been fined for driving at high speed on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. He has been fined for driving Lamborghini Urus. Two challans were issued to Rohit and a fine of Rs 4000 was imposed on him. A senior police officer gave this information on Thursday.

    Police gave this information

    Highway Police Superintendent Lata Phad said the incident occurred on Tuesday and the fine was deposited the next day. Sub Inspector Amol Powar said that in the cameras installed on the expressway, the speed of Rohit Sharma’s luxury car near Kamshet Tunnel was estimated at 117 km per hour, which is much more than the speed limit of 105 km per hour. He told that after this the speed of the car near Somaten Phata was 111 km per hour. Rohit has deposited the fine amount.

    Virat Kohli scored a century

    Talking about the match, star batsman Virat Kohli not only led his team to victory by hitting a six but also completed his 48th century in ODIs. He is just one century away from equaling Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar’s 49 ODI centuries. It is expected that in this season of the World Cup, Kohli will break Sachin’s record. India defeated Bangladesh with 51 balls remaining.

    Rohit Sharma missed half century

    Captain Rohit Sharma (48 runs on 40 balls) and Shubman Gill (53 runs on 55 balls) gave a good start to Team India by making a partnership of 88 runs for the first wicket. After Rohit’s dismissal, Virat Kohli came to the crease and got a great opportunity to play his bat by hitting a four and a six on a no ball. Kohli scored unbeaten 103 runs on 97 balls. He hit 6 fours and 4 sixes in his innings.

    Virat and KL Rahul led the victory

    Virat along with KL Rahul (34 not out) added 83 runs for the fourth wicket, taking India’s score to 261 runs for three wickets in 41.3 overs and India won the match. Before this, Shubman Gill scored his first half-century in the World Cup. Gill is making his debut in the World Cup this season. Due to illness, he missed the first two matches and could score only 16 runs against Pakistan.

    Bangladesh limited to 256 runs

    Batting first, despite a good start, Bangladesh could only score 256 runs for 8 wickets. Liton Das contributed the maximum of 66 runs and his opening partner Tanjid Hasan contributed 51 runs. Mahmudullah also scored 46 runs. For India, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammad Siraj took two wickets each. Kuldeep Yadav and Shardul Thakur took one wicket each.

    India and New Zealand clash on 22nd

    India and New Zealand are two teams who have won their four matches consecutively. The points of both the teams are 8-8, but due to better run rate, Kiwi team is at number one and India is at number two. India now has to play its next match against New Zealand on October 22 in Dharamshala. This could be a tough fight. India is a strong contender for the World Cup this time and has proved this with its performance so far.