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ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023: India vs New Zealand 1st Semi-Final Highlights | Mohammed Shami takes a 7-wicket haul as India wins by 70 runs

Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli scored centuries and then it was Shami who registered a 7-wicket haul to help India book their tickets for the Final of the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023. India won the India vs New Zealand Semi-Final by 70 runs.

Nov 15, 2023, 5:36 AM1 min read

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Nov 15, 2023, 5:35 PM

Player of the Match - Mohammed Shami


Mohammed Shami, the first Indian to pick a seven-for in a World Cup game, poses with his prize  Image - ICC via Getty
Mohammed Shami, the first Indian to pick a seven-for in a World Cup game, poses with his prize Image - ICC via Getty

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Nov 15, 2023, 5:35 PM

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli celebrates India's win


That winning feeling   Image - AFP/Getty
That winning feeling Image - AFP/Getty
One step away now - Virat Kohli celebrates a great day for Indian cricket  Image - AFP/Getty
One step away now - Virat Kohli celebrates a great day for Indian cricket Image - AFP/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 5:12 PM

7/57 by Mohammed Shami

This is Best Bowling Fig for India in the ODI History.

Mohammed Shami finished with 7 for 57  Image - AFP/Getty
Mohammed Shami finished with 7 for 57 Image - AFP/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 5:07 PM

India have their one hand in the World Cup

Rohit Sharma and company will now face the winners between Australia and South Africa on Sunday in the Grand Finale in Ahmedabad.

India are in the Final of the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023.  SportzPoint
India are in the Final of the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023. SportzPoint

Nov 15, 2023, 5:05 PM

Shami with a historic 7-wicket haul | India wins the Semi-Final by 70 runs

Shami got an outside edge from Southee and KL Rahul took a good, low catch. That was Shami's sixth wicket. He became the second Indian to take a six-wicket haul in ODI World Cups.

Then he became the first Indian to take a seven-wicket haul in ODI World Cups. He gets the wicket of Ferguson and India have won the match by 70 runs. India book their place in the Final of the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023.

Mohammed Siraj celebrates the match-winning moment with Rohit Sharma  Image - Getty
Mohammed Siraj celebrates the match-winning moment with Rohit Sharma Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 4:55 PM

Siraj gets his first wicket of the match

Santner gets no luck as he hits the ball straight up and Rohit completes the catch. Siraj finally gets his first wicket of the match.

Siraj dismisses Santner  Image - Getty
Siraj dismisses Santner Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 4:48 PM

Shami gets the fifer; Daryl Mitchell is out after playing a brilliant knock of 134

A fuller delivery on the leg side from Shami and Mitchell tries to lob it to the leg side but all he can do is find Jadeja in the deep. This is his third catch today but what a brilliant inning that was from Daryl Mitchell. He kept New Zealand's hope alive for the Final for a long time in the match. Mitchell scored 134 in 119 deliveries, hitting 9 fours and 7 sixes.

Mitchell walks off the field after playing an exceptional knock of 134 runs  Getty Images
Mitchell walks off the field after playing an exceptional knock of 134 runs Getty Images

Mohammed Shami became the first bowler to pick three five-wicket hauls in one World Cup edition

Nov 15, 2023, 4:34 PM

Kuldeep Yadav strikes and Chapman is out, scoring just 2 runs

Chapman tried to hit the second last delivery of Kuldeep Yadav's last over of spell but it went straight to Jadeja posted at deep square. A brilliant spell from Kuldeep Yadav.

Kuldeep Yadav bowled a brilliant spell  Image - ICC/Getty
Kuldeep Yadav bowled a brilliant spell Image - ICC/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 4:29 PM

Bumrah strikes | Glenn Phillips departs for 41; Jadeja takes a comfortable catch

Bumrah finally gets his first wicket of the match. A slower ball from Boom Boom and Phillips fails to time it. He edged it and the ball goes high. It is Jadeja who takes a comfortable catch. Then he teases the New Zealand camp, just Sir Jaddu things.

Bumrah gets the wicket of Phillips  Getty Images
Bumrah gets the wicket of Phillips Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 4:18 PM

A huge 20-run over for New Zealand | NZ 286/4 in 41 overs

Siraj is not having a great day at the Wankhede. A huge 20-run over from him as New Zealand are hoping for a record run chase. Siraj has leaked 71 runs in his 8-over spell. Daryl Mitchell struck two sixes and a four in the over.

Glenn Phillips started slow before shifting gears  Image - AFP/Getty
Glenn Phillips started slow before shifting gears Image - AFP/Getty
Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips added 75 off 61 balls  Associated Press
Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips added 75 off 61 balls Associated Press

Nov 15, 2023, 3:53 PM

NZ 266/4 in 40 overs

New Zealand need 132 runs in the last 60 deliveries to qualify for the Final. Mitchell is not out on 126 after facing 107 deliveries while Phillips is batting on 19 in 22 deliveries.

Mohammed Shami in action  Getty Images
Mohammed Shami in action Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 3:45 PM

Possible Cramps for Mitchell

Mitchell has gone down with possible cramps. Physio is out there stretching. The umpires too have gathered around the scene.

Daryl Mitchell started cramping after tonning up  Image - AFP/Getty
Daryl Mitchell started cramping after tonning up Image - AFP/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 3:33 PM

Another one for Shami; Latham is out for a duck; Two Wickets in one over

One brings two. Shami bowls one into Latham's pads. Big shout and the finger goes up. No reviews from NZ as India are back in control of this game.

Shami celebrating with the skipper after dismissing Latham for a duck  Getty Images
Shami celebrating with the skipper after dismissing Latham for a duck Getty Images

Mohammed Shami became the fastest bowler to 50 ODI World Cup wickets.

Nov 15, 2023, 3:27 PM

India gets their third wicket; Williamson is out and the partnership is broken

Shami bowls one into Williamson's pads. He tries to flick it over the fence but he can't put it past SKY at deep square leg. Kane Williamson is out for 69 and the huge 181-run partnership has been broken.

Shami comes up with the much-needed breakthrough  Getty Images
Shami comes up with the much-needed breakthrough Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 3:27 PM

Century for Daryl Mitchell

A brilliant inning under pressure for Mitchell. He gets to the mark in just 85 deliveries. This is Mitchell's second century against India in the World Cup.

85-ball Century for Daryl Mitchell  Getty Images
85-ball Century for Daryl Mitchell Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 3:09 PM

150-run partnership between Williamson and Mitchell

India are unable to find any solutions as Williamson and Mitchell are comfortably cruising towards the target. Earlier, Shami dropped the catch of Williamson in the last delivery of 29th over. NZ are 199/2 after 30 overs.

Mitchell targeting for a record run-chase at the Wankhede Stadium  Getty Images
Mitchell targeting for a record run-chase at the Wankhede Stadium Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 2:51 PM

Kane Williamson completes his Half-Century in 58 deliveries

Williamson punches one to long off to complete his fifty. It took him 58 balls to reach the landmark.

An important Half-Century for Kane Williamson  Getty Images
An important Half-Century for Kane Williamson Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 2:40 PM

Daryl Mitchell completes his Half-Century in 49 deliveries

Mitchell picks a single on the first delivery of Jadeja's fifth over to bring up his half-century.

Daryl Mitchell reached fifty off 49 balls  Associated Press
Daryl Mitchell reached fifty off 49 balls Associated Press

A 100-run partnership between Williamson and Mithell as NZ are 141/2 after 22 overs

Brilliant partnership between Williamson and Mitchell  Image - Getty
Brilliant partnership between Williamson and Mitchell Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 2:31 PM

New Zealand 124/2 in 20 overs

Both batsmen are set and have added 85 runs for the third wicket. Indian bowlers were not so lucky as the Kiwis' batters survived so many times. Kane Williamson is batting on 32 in 41 deliveries while Mitchell is on 41 in 43 deliveries.

Daryl Mitchell launched Mohammed Shami down the ground to pick up his first six  Image - ICC/Getty
Daryl Mitchell launched Mohammed Shami down the ground to pick up his first six Image - ICC/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 2:24 PM

India almost got their third wicket

A Sharp turn in Kuldeep's delivery as Williamson got completely confused and trapped in front. India reviews the decision. Umpire's call on the stumps but India will keep the review.

Williamson survived again

India goes for a third umpire review for a run out but replays show it was Rahul's hand hitting the stumps. Williamson wanted a single but was denied by his partner. He was way too slow in getting back but survived somehow.

Rahul's hand hit the stumps
Rahul's hand hit the stumps

Nov 15, 2023, 2:10 PM

Williamson and Mitchell constructing a good partnership

Williamson is batting on 25 after facing 32 deliveries while Mitchell is on 21 after facing 29 deliveries. NZ are 93/2 after 16 overs.

Kane Williamson was cautious at the start  Associated Press
Kane Williamson was cautious at the start Associated Press

Nov 15, 2023, 1:36 PM

Mohammed Shami comes up with the second wicket

A faint edge from Rachin and a comfortable catch for Rahul. Shami with the second wicket in his second over and Ravindra walks off after scoring just 13 runs.

Shami with the second wicket of the match  Image - Getty
Shami with the second wicket of the match Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 1:21 PM

Devon Conway is out; Shami comes up with the cheat code once again

Shami strikes with the first ball. Conway on his way back. He goes for the drive, but the ball takes a thick edge and Rahul takes a brilliant catch.

Mohammed Shami made the opening breakthrough  Image - AFP/Getty
Mohammed Shami made the opening breakthrough Image - AFP/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 1:06 PM

New Zealand 30/0 in 5 overs

Conway and Rachin Ravindra provide a good start to New Zealand. Bumrah hasn't been up to mark with his 3 overs until now despite Siraj's excellent two overs.

Mohammed Shami made the opening breakthrough  Image - Getty
Mohammed Shami made the opening breakthrough Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 12:50 PM

King Kohli breaking records for Fun

Nov 15, 2023, 12:42 PM

India 397/4 after 50 overs

Shubman Gill remained unbeaten on 80 while Rahul played an unbeaten cameo knock of 39. Earlier, Rohit Sharma provided India with a brilliant start, scoring 47 in just 29 deliveries. Then, Virat Kohli scored his 50th ODI Century and Shreyas Iyer scored a 67-ball Century which helped India reach a huge total of 397 runs.

Kl Rahul played a unbeaten cameo knock of 39 in just 20 deliveries  Getty Images
Kl Rahul played a unbeaten cameo knock of 39 in just 20 deliveries Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 12:42 PM

Suryakumar Yadav is out for 1; Southee gets his third wicket

Suryakumar launches high in the air and Phillips takes the catch this time. His intention was clear but couldn't get the better of the slower one. SKY departs for 1 as Southee gets his third wicket.

Gill is back after retiring hurt and starts with a single at deep midwicket.

Nov 15, 2023, 12:15 PM

Back to back Century for Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer drove to long-on for a single and consecutive hundred for Shreyas. This one coming off in just 67 deliveries.

Shreyas Iyer scored back-to-back World Cup tons  Image - AFP/Getty
Shreyas Iyer scored back-to-back World Cup tons Image - AFP/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 12:15 PM

Shreyas Iyer departs after scoring 105

Shreyas looks to club the slow and wide outside off stump delivery down the ground but it is caught at long-on. A brilliant inning comes to an end as Iyer walks off the field after playing a brilliant inning of 105 in just 70 deliveries filled with 4 fours and 8 sixes.

Iyer returned after scoring 105  Image - Getty
Iyer returned after scoring 105 Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 11:53 AM

Virat Kohli departs after scoring 117

Earlier in the over, Kohli stepped out and flicked to deep square leg and it was Phillips, of all people, who put the catch down. Then he struck a six but Southee finally got rid of Kohli as Conway took a brilliant catch. Kohli stepped out again and flicked the ball behind the square leg and this was taken safely by Conway.

Virat Kohli walks back after scoring 117 off 113  Image - ICC/Getty
Virat Kohli walks back after scoring 117 off 113 Image - ICC/Getty

Kl Rahul is the new Batsman.

Earlier, Virat Kohli bowed down to Sachin Tendulkar after crossing his mark for most ODI tons.

Virat Kohli conquered number 50 in front of a packed Mumbai crowd  Associated Press
Virat Kohli conquered number 50 in front of a packed Mumbai crowd Associated Press

Nov 15, 2023, 11:40 AM

50th ODI Century for Virat Kohli

King Kohli raises his bat for the third time in this World Cup as he scores his 50th ODI Century at the Wankhede Stadium in front of his idol, Sachin Tendulkar. He bows down and shows respect to the Master Blaster who is in the stands.

Virat Kohli scored his 50th ODI hundred off 106 balls
Virat Kohli scored his 50th ODI hundred off 106 balls

300 up for India and that too with a boundary in the last delivery of the 42nd over.

Virat Kohli jumps in the air to celebrate his 50th ODI Century  Getty
Virat Kohli jumps in the air to celebrate his 50th ODI Century Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 11:15 AM

Half-Century for Shreyas Iyer 

Iyer completes his half-century in just 35 deliveries, his fourth consecutive in the tournament.

4th Consecutive Half-Century for Iyer  Getty Images
4th Consecutive Half-Century for Iyer Getty Images

Kohli seems to be suffering from cramps and the physio is out on the field.

Virat Kohli struggled due to cramps too  Getty Images
Virat Kohli struggled due to cramps too Getty Images

Ravindra is back as the last PowerPlay begins.

Nov 15, 2023, 11:01 AM

Virat Kohli breaks yet another record

Nov 15, 2023, 10:48 AM

Quickest Innings to 2000 ODI runs as a Captain

31 - Babar
36 - Virat
41 - de Villiers
43 - Rohit *
44 - Williamson

Nov 15, 2023, 10:32 AM

6th ICC CWC 2023 Half-Century for Virat Kohli

72nd ODI half-century for Virat Kohli. It is his 6th half-century of the 2023 ODI World Cup and it came in just 59 deliveries.

72nd ODI Half-Century for Virat Kohli  Getty Images
72nd ODI Half-Century for Virat Kohli Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 10:16 AM

Shubman Gill walks off the field

Gill was down with cramps and the Indian physio rushed out to have a look. Then he walked off the field for treatment.

Shubman Gill has a chat with physio Kamlesh Jain before leaving the ground  Associated Press
Shubman Gill has a chat with physio Kamlesh Jain before leaving the ground Associated Press
Gill walked off the field after a cramp  Associated Press
Gill walked off the field after a cramp Associated Press

Shreyas Iyer is the new batsman.

Nov 15, 2023, 10:01 AM

IND 150/1 after 20 overs

Shubman Gill continuing his brilliant strike rate while Virat Kohli is taking time to accelerate but has been in good touch.

Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli went about with their task fluently  Getty Images
Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli went about with their task fluently Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 9:45 AM

600 up for Kohli

Kohli emulated the feats of Sachin Tendulkar (2003) and Rohit Sharma (2019) as he crossed 600 runs in the 2023 World Cup.

Virat Kohli plays a picture perfect cover drive  Getty Images
Virat Kohli plays a picture perfect cover drive Getty Images

Nov 15, 2023, 9:35 AM

Half-Century for Shubman Gill

Rachin Ravindra comes to bowl his first over of the day. Kohli takes a couple to start the over. A single brings Gill to strike. He then taps one to long off to complete his fifty.

Shubman Gill scored his third fifty in his last four innings  Image - ICC/Getty
Shubman Gill scored his third fifty in his last four innings Image - ICC/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 9:22 AM

IND 84/1 after 10 overs

Ferguson's second over didn't go as he planned. Gill guided the short delivery square on the leg side for a four. Another short ball from Ferguson and Gill brings the pull shot again to hit a boundary. 

Shubman Gill cuts one fiercely  Getty
Shubman Gill cuts one fiercely Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 9:13 AM

Rohit Sharma departs after scoring 47; Southee strikes first

Tim Southee strikes for New Zealand. A sensational catch from Kane Williamson. It went high up in the air and the Kiwi skipper takes a good catch. Rohit Sharma's fiery knock comes to an end. He departs after scoring 47 off 29 balls.

Kane Williamson took a terrific catch to silence the stadium  Image - Associated Press
Kane Williamson took a terrific catch to silence the stadium Image - Associated Press

Virat Kohli comes to the crease now.

Huge appeal for lbw. Kane Williamson had a chat with Latham and Southee before sending it upstairs. There was a knick and Kohli started with a boundary. New Zealand have lost the review. 

Nov 15, 2023, 9:13 AM

Rohit Sharma breaks Chris Gayle's record


Most Sixes in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup History  SportzPoint
Most Sixes in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup History SportzPoint

Nov 15, 2023, 8:58 AM

India gets past the 50-run mark in the 6th over

India are 58/0 after 6 overs. Rohit is batting on 45 after facing only 22 deliveries. He has already smashed 4 sixes and 4 fours. Shubman is rotating singles and accompanying Rohit so well until now.

Rohit Sharma continues his brilliant form in the ICC CWC 2023  Associated Press
Rohit Sharma continues his brilliant form in the ICC CWC 2023 Associated Press

Nov 15, 2023, 8:34 AM

The Local Boy provides a great start to India

Rohit Sharma started the arts Indian inning with two boundaries in the first over of Boult. Gill then joined the party by hitting two boundaries to Southee in the second over— a brilliant Start for India.

Rohit Sharma gives Trent Boult the charge  Image - Getty
Rohit Sharma gives Trent Boult the charge Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 8:30 AM

Cricket meets football: Sachin Tendulkar and David Beckham


Two Legends in one frame  Image - AFP/Getty
Two Legends in one frame Image - AFP/Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 8:28 AM

Time for the National Anthems

The Players have lined up for their respective National Anthems.

Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson share a moment as they walk out for the anthems  Image - ICC/Getty
Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson share a moment as they walk out for the anthems Image - ICC/Getty

India lined up for the national anthem

Indian National Cricket Team  Image - Associated Press
Indian National Cricket Team Image - Associated Press

Nov 15, 2023, 8:12 AM

Kane Williamson would have chosen batting too

"We would have batted first. Looks like a used pitch. We would want to do well with the ball and then hopefully, some dew later. Amazing occasion. Four years ago, similar situation but a different location. They have been playing some good cricket. Always a building phase between the tournaments. Need to assess what is in front of you when the tournament starts. We are going with the same team from the previous match."

Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson at the toss  Associated Press
Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson at the toss Associated Press

Nov 15, 2023, 8:08 AM

India vs New Zealand - Playing XIs

  • INDIA: Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj

  • NEW ZEALAND: Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson(c), Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham(w), Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult

Two Skippers feeling the nerves  Image - Getty
Two Skippers feeling the nerves Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 8:07 AM

Rohit Sharma at the toss

"We are gonna bat first. Looks like a good pitch. Whatever we do, we need to do well. I think it was back in 2019 when we played the semis. NZ is one of the most consistent sides. A very important day. Constantly, talking about how important it is to turn up on that day. Same team."

Nov 15, 2023, 8:04 AM

India vs New Zealand: 1st Semi-Final - Toss

India Captain Rohit Sharma wins the toss and opts to bat first.

Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson during the toss  Image - Getty
Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson during the toss Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 7:59 AM

Pitch Report

"Spinners will come into play on this surface. If there's dew, it'll play nicely. At the center of the surface, there's a little bit of grass. There'll be carry for the fast bowlers. You want to bat first in the semifinal," says Ravi Shastri.

Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid inspect the Wankhede pitch  Image - Getty
Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid inspect the Wankhede pitch Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 7:47 AM

Most Wickets in the ICC CWC 2023


Pos Player Team Wickets Innings Wickets Runs
1 ADAM ZAMPA AUS 22 0 22 416
2 Dilshan Madushanka SL 21 0 21 526
3 Shaheen Afridi PAK 18 0 18 481
4 Gerald Coetzee SA 18 0 18 349
5 Marco Jansen SA 17 0 17 415
6 Jasprit Bumrah IND 17 0 17 266
7 Mohammad Shami IND 16 0 16 153
8 Mitch Santner NZ 16 0 16 398
9 Bas de Leede NED 16 0 16 487
10 Haris Rauf PAK 16 0 16 533
11 Ravindra Jadeja IND 16 0 16 292
12 Adil Rashid ENG 15 0 15 413
13 Keshav Maharaj SA 14 0 14 346
14 Kuldeep Yadav IND 14 0 14 312
15 Trent Boult NZ 13 0 13 418
16 Logan van Beek NED 12 0 12 476
17 Paul van Meekeren NED 12 0 12 447
18 Kagiso Rabada SA 12 0 12 323
19 Mohammed Siraj IND 12 0 12 346
20 Josh Hazlewood AUS 12 0 12 377
21 David Willey ENG 11 0 11 259
22 Matt Henry NZ 11 0 11 315
23 Rashid Khan AFG 11 0 11 388
24 Mohammad Wasim PAK 10 0 10 215
25 Chris Woakes ENG 10 0 10 298

Nov 15, 2023, 7:47 AM

Most Runs in the ICC CWC 2023


Pos Player Team Runs Innings Bat Avg Runs
1 VIRAT KOHLI IND 594 9 99 594
2 Quinton de Kock SA 591 9 65.66 591
3 Rachin Ravindra NZ 565 9 70.62 565
4 Rohit Sharma IND 503 9 55.88 503
5 David Warner AUS 499 9 55.44 499
6 Rassie van der Dussen SA 442 9 55.25 442
7 Mitch Marsh AUS 426 8 60.85 426
8 Shreyas Iyer IND 421 9 70.16 421
9 Daryl Mitchell NZ 418 8 59.71 418
10 Dawid Malan ENG 404 9 44.88 404
11 Glenn Maxwell AUS 397 7 79.4 397
12 Aiden Markram SA 396 9 49.5 396
13 Mohammad Rizwan PAK 395 8 65.83 395
14 Ibrahim Zadran AFG 376 9 47 376
15 Sadeera Samarawickrama SL 373 9 53.28 373
16 Devon Conway NZ 359 9 44.87 359
17 Azmat Omarzai AFG 353 8 70.6 353
18 KL Rahul IND 347 8 69.4 347
19 Abdullah Shafique PAK 336 8 42 336
20 Pathum Nissanka SL 332 9 41.5 332
21 Mahmudullah Riyad BAN 328 7 54.66 328
22 Heinrich Klaasen SA 326 9 40.75 326
23 Babar Azam PAK 320 9 40 320
24 Rahmat Shah AFG 320 9 40 320
25 Hashmat Shahidi AFG 310 9 51.66 310
Virat Kohli walks on to the field ahead of the semi-final clash  Image - Getty
Virat Kohli walks on to the field ahead of the semi-final clash Image - Getty

Nov 15, 2023, 7:37 AM

Practice Session

Nov 15, 2023, 7:33 AM

Umpires and Match Officials

Nov 15, 2023, 7:33 AM

New Zealand in World Cup semifinals

  • Played: 8

  • Won: 2

  • Lost: 6

Nov 15, 2023, 7:33 AM

India in World Cup semifinals

  • Matches played: 7

  • Matches won: 3

  • Matches lost: 4

Nov 15, 2023, 7:33 AM

Virat Kohli to make yet another record

Virat Kohli can become the third Indian batter to score 600 runs or more in an ODI World Cup.

Sachin Tendulkar (678 in 2003) and Rohit Sharma (648 in 2019) have managed to cross the mark.

Also Read: Most Runs for India in World Cup Knockouts

Nov 15, 2023, 5:36 AM

India vs New Zealand: Head-to-Head in ODIs

  • Matches played: 117

  • India won: 59

  • New Zealand won: 50

  • Tied: 1

  • No Result: 7

IND vs NZ  Image - SportzPoint
IND vs NZ Image - SportzPoint

Nov 15, 2023, 5:36 AM

Match Details:

Nov 15, 2023, 5:22 AM

The Indian cricket team will take on New Zealand in a much-anticipated Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final encounter in Mumbai on Wednesday. The Hosts have qualified for the knockout stage by winning all of their league matches while New Zealand' journey to semis was not comfortable to be fair. The two teams had earlier met at Dharamshala in the league stage where the host got the better of the Kiwis by 4 wickets.

When the two teams last met in the knockout stages of the Cricket World Cup, New Zealand emerged victorious and fans have their concern regarding the pressure that the Rohit Sharma-led side will be under in front of a home crowd. 

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Every Test Captain of Indian Men's Test Cricket Team

Shubman Gill has been appointed as the new Test captain of the Indian Men's Test Cricket team for the five-Test series starting in England from June 20.

May 24, 2025, 8:57 AM4 min read

Every Test Captain of Indian Men's Test Cricket Team

Shubman Gill has been appointed as the new Test captain of the Indian Men's Test Cricket team for the five-Test series starting in England from June 20. Wicketkeeper batsman Rishabh Pant has been appointed as the vice-captain of the team.

Also Read: LIVE: Indian Test team announcement for England tour LIVE updates | Subhman Gill named captain; Nair, Sudharsan, Easwaran, Shardul in test squad

Gill will replace Rohit Sharma, who retired from the format in May due to poor form last season, especially in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

Gill's Test career

Gill has played 32 Tests for India so far. He made his Test debut in the MCG Test on India's 2020-21 Australia tour. He has so far scored 1893 runs at an average of 35.05. There is a big difference between his average at home (42.03) and outside (27.53). The upcoming series will be Gill's first full tour.

He has also played two WTC Finals there in 2021 and 2023, and also played the fifth Test on the 2021 tour after it was postponed due to COVID-19.

India will start WTC 2025-27 cycle with five-Test series

India will start the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle with a five-Test series against England. They are scheduled to play the first Test at Headingley (from June 20), the second Test at Edgbaston (from July 2), the third Test at Lord's (from July 10), the fourth Test at Old Trafford (from July 23) and the final Test at The Oval (from July 31).

Every Captain of Indian Men's Test Cricket Team

Since their first Test in 1932, India have witnessed 36 Test captains across 589 matches. CK Nayudu led India in their maiden Test match in 1932 against England. However, it was only 20 years later that India tasted their first Test victory under the captaincy of Vijay Hazare against England on February 10, 1952 at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Only five Indian captains – Mohammed Azharuddin, Sourav Ganguly, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma – have managed to notch up at least 10 Test victories. Kohli remains as India’s most successful Test captain, winning 40 of the 68 Tests he led in with a 58.82 success rate. Leading in 60 games between 2008-14, Dhoni is the second-most successful Test skipper for the country, winning 27 matches.

No. Captain Played Won Lost Drawn/Tied Win %
1 C. K. Nayudu 4 0 3 1 0
2 Maharajkumar of Vizianagram 3 0 2 1 0
3 Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi 3 0 1 2 0
4 Lala Amarnath 15 2 6 7 13.33
5 Vijay Hazare 14 1 5 8 7.14
6 Vinoo Mankad 6 0 1 5 0
7 Ghulam Ahmed 3 0 2 1 0
8 Polly Umrigar 8 2 2 4 25
9 Hemu Adhikari 1 0 0 1 0
10 Datta Gaekwad 4 0 4 0 0
11 Pankaj Roy 1 0 1 0 0
12 Gulabrai Ramchand 5 1 2 2 20
13 Nari Contractor 12 2 2 8 16.67
14 Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi 40 9 19 12 22.5
15 Chandu Borde 1 0 1 0 0
16 Ajit Wadekar 16 4 4 8 25
17 Srinivasaraghavan Venkataraghavan 5 0 2 3 0
18 Sunil Gavaskar 47 9 8 30 19.14
19 Bishan Singh Bedi 22 6 11 5 27.27
20 Gundappa Viswanath 2 0 1 1 0
21 Kapil Dev 34 4 7 23 11.76
22 Dilip Vengsarkar 10 2 5 3 20
23 Ravi Shastri 1 1 0 0 100
24 Krishnamachari Srikkanth 4 0 0 4 0
25 Mohammad Azharuddin 47 14 14 19 29.79
26 Sachin Tendulkar 25 4 9 12 16
27 Sourav Ganguly 49 21 13 15 42.86
28 Rahul Dravid 25 8 6 11 32
29 Virender Sehwag 4 2 1 1 50
30 Anil Kumble 14 3 5 6 21.42
31 Mahendra Singh Dhoni 60 27 18 15 45
32 Virat Kohli 68 40 17 11 58.82
33 Ajinkya Rahane 6 4 0 2 66.67
34 KL Rahul 3 2 1 0 66.67
35 Rohit Sharma 24 12 9 3 50
36 Jasprit Bumrah 3 1 2 0
37 Shubman Gill    --   --   --   --  --

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LIVE: Indian Test team announcement for England tour LIVE updates | Subhman Gill named captain; Nair, Sudharsan, Easwaran, Shardul in test squad

Stay updated with the real-time updates of BCCI's announcement of the Indian men's test cricket team for the upcoming England series, starting from 20th June 2025.

May 24, 2025, 8:24 AM1 min read

LIVE: Indian Test team announcement for England tour LIVE updates | Subhman Gill named captain; Nair, Sudharsan, Easwaran, Shardul in test squad

Hello and welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Indian men's test cricket team's announcement for the upcoming England tour. Chief of the selection committee Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir might attend the press conference to announce the Indian men's test cricket for the important England tour.

After qualifying for consecutive WTC finals, India failed to qualify for the World Test Championship final under Rohit Sharma. Now, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli already gone from the test format, India will have to fill many gaps to start the new WTC cycle. 

Who will be the next test captain? Will Mohammed Shami be picked? There are many questions which will be answered today.

So, stay tuned as we bring you all the LIVE updates of the announcement. 

LIVE Updates

May 24, 2025, 8:34 AM

Why on Iyer and on Shardul and NKR

Agarkar: "Shreyas had a good one-day series, played well in domestic as well but right now there's no room in test cricket."

"Shardul a bowling allrounder, sometimes you need a player like that depending on team balance. he's going on the A tour as well. NKR is a batting allrounder at this point, hopefully his bowling will come along as well."

May 24, 2025, 8:33 AM

Arshdeep and County experience

"He's a quality bowler and has had a taste of counTy as well. he plays domestic when he can. A tall guy, can bowl with the new ball, has body of work in red-ball cricket and in recent form in the last couple of years. Bumrah unlikely to play all five Tests, we needed a bit of variety."

May 24, 2025, 8:33 AM

On Nair's inclusion!

"Sometimes you just have to make good decisions. Sarfaraz, I know he got a 100 in the first Test and then didn't get runs. Sometimes it's decisions the team management takes."

"At the moment, Karun has scored heaps of runs in domestic, has played a bit of Test cricket, played a bit of county cricket. With Virat not there, clearly we're lacking a bit of experience. We felt his experience could help. "

May 24, 2025, 8:32 AM

Why not Bumrah as captain?

"Don't think he'll be available for all five Tests. Whether it's four or three, we'll see based on how the series goes and his workload is. Even if he's fit for 3-4 Tests, he'll be an asset for us. Just happy he's part of the squad.

"More important to us a player. Once you're managing people, there's a lot that takes out of you. We've had a chat with him, he's okay with it. He knows where his body's at. KL not really, he's captained a while back, he's a quality player and hope he has a big series. With Booms, it was more about his workload management."

May 24, 2025, 8:31 AM

Kohli, reached out in April

"When guys like that retire, always big holes to fill. Ashwin also retired. Those three have been stalwarts. Always difficult. One way of looking at it is, opportunity for someone else. Had conversations with both of them."

"Virat reached out early April, seem him give 200% every ball he plays even when he's not batting or on the field. Felt he'd given everything he had, if he can't keep up to the standards it was time for him. It's come from him. Have to respect that. They've earned that respect."

May 24, 2025, 8:31 AM

Gill, one test series captain or full time?

"We discussed every option that's there, over the last year or so, we've looked at Shubman at various times. Taken a lot of feedback from the dressing room. Very young, but there's been improvement. We're hopeful he's the guy. He's a terrific player, our best wishes to him."

"You don't pick captains for one tour or two tours. We've seen some progress over the last year or two with him. No doubt it's going to be as tough as it gets," Agarkar answered

May 24, 2025, 8:30 AM

Who should open for India?

"GG and Shubman might take a call on opener once they get there. But once they get there, they'll have a think about that."

May 24, 2025, 8:30 AM

Why no Shami?

"He's had a little bit of a setback over the past week, got some MRIs done. Wasn't going to be able to play five Tests. Don't think his workload is where he needs to be. Medical guys told he'll be ruled out. We were hoping he'll play some part, but if he's not fit, we'd rather pick guys fit and available rather than waiting," Agarkar said.

May 24, 2025, 8:28 AM

Pointers from the squad

🔹 Shubman Gill named captain
🔹 Rishabh Pant named vice-captain
🔹 Karun Nair, Shardul Thakur Sai Sudharshan and Abhimanyu Easwaran make the cut
🔹 Shreyas Iyer, Mukesh Kumar, Sarfaraz Khan, Axar Patel not included

May 24, 2025, 8:26 AM

May 24, 2025, 8:22 AM

Prince takes over!

May 24, 2025, 8:06 AM

Indian Squad for the England tour

Gill (C), Pant (VC), Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai, Easwaran, Nair, Nitish, Jadeja, Jurel, Sundar, Shardul, Bumrah, Siraj, Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav

May 24, 2025, 8:02 AM

We are just minutes away from the press conference!

Hold your breath. All of your questions will be answered very soon. 

May 24, 2025, 7:29 AM

They are here!

May 24, 2025, 5:43 AM

Will Mohammed Shami be there in England tour?

May 24, 2025, 5:43 AM

With no Virat Kohli, who will be India's next No.4 batter?

May 24, 2025, 5:41 AM

Who can be India's next test captain?

May 24, 2025, 5:39 AM

Who are in India A squad?

India A squad for the England tour: Abhimanyu Easwaran (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Karun Nair, Dhruv Jurel (VC) (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shardul Thakur, Ishan Kishan (WK), Manav Suthar, Tanush Kotian, Mukesh Kumar, Akash Deep, Harshit Rana, Anshul Kamboj, Khaleel Ahmed, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sarfaraz Khan, Tushar Deshpande, Harsh Dubey

May 24, 2025, 5:35 AM

When does the England tour start?

India's England tour will start on 20th June with the first test at Leeds. Before that India A team will also play unofficial test matches against England Lions. Moreover, India A will also play a practice game with the senior team before the first test.

May 24, 2025, 5:32 AM

When the Indian team for England series will be announced?

The Indian team will be announced at 1.30 pm IST today via a press conference. 

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5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history

Suresh Raina, with 724 runs, has the record for most runs in IPL playoffs history. Shubman Gill is the only active batter on the list.

May 23, 2025, 5:30 PM4 min read

5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com

The true defining moments of IPL happens in the playoffs stage. A batsman's ability to deal pressure and get going is tested in these high-stakes environment.

As we are about to enter the playoffs of IPL 2025, let's take a look at the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history. Some impressive unmatched numbers are ready to unfold. Check them out.

5. Shane Watson | 389 Runs

Shane Watson is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com
Shane Watson playing for CSK in IPL 2019. Image | NDTV

The Australian legend, Shane Watson's impact on IPL playoffs and crucial matches holds the 5th position for the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history.

Watson made his debut in IPL 2008 and played until 2020, scoring a total of 389 runs in 12 playoff matches. He was in the winning squad of Rajasthan Royals in 2008, and won the title with CSK in 2018. He also represented RCB during his IPL career.

Watson scored a century and 3 fifties in his IPL playoffs journey, with a strike rate above 150.

Read Also: 5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

Shane Watson stats in IPL playoffs

Span Matches Innings Runs Highest Avg SR 100 50 4s 6s
2008-2019 12 12 389 117* 35.36 151.36 1 3 39 20

4. Faf du Plessis | 390 runs

Faf du Plessis is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com
Faf du Plessis playing for RCB in IPL 2024 Eliminator. Image | Instagram

The South African cricketer, Faf du Plessis, has a strong playoffs record with the bat, having scored 390 runs in 15 playoff matches in IPL. His ability to adapt and play power-packed cricket has been crucial for the teams.

He won 2 titles with Chennai Super Kings in 2018 and 2021, and played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in other playoff matches.

Faf du Plessis stats in IPL playoffs

Span Matches Innings Runs Highest  Avg SR 100 50 4s 6s
2014-2024 15 15 390 86 27.85 130.43 0 3 41 12

3. Shubham Gill | 474 Runs

Shubman Gill is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com
Shubman Gill celebrating his century for GT in IPL 2023. Image | Pinterest

The youngest name on this elite list, Shubman Gill, has rapidly grown to be a key player in IPL playoffs. He scored a total of 474 runs in just 10 playoff matches, playing for KKR and GT.

Gill's standout performance came with a record breaking 129 runs in the Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023 for Gujarat Titans. He also lifted the trophy with the franchise in 2022.

The numbers are about to increase, as GT has made it to the playoffs of IPL 2025, and we are yet to see some Gill magic in the upcoming playoffs scene.

Read Also: Can Shubman Gill or Sai Sudharsan break Kohli's record of most IPL runs in a single season?

Shubham Gill status in IPL playoffs

Span  Matches Innings Runs Highest Avg SR 100 50 4s 6s
2018-2023 10 10 474 129 52.66 145.39 1 1 42 16

2. MS Dhoni | 523 Runs

MS Dhoni is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com
MS Dhoni in action for CSK in IPL playoffs. Image | 

A list like this is incomplete without the playoffs King himself, so here he is! MS Dhoni holds the second position with 523 runs in 28 playoff matches, which is the highest no. of matches among others in here.

Dhoni is a key player for the team who led CSK to win the IPL title 5 times, and also led RPSG into the finals in IPL 2017. His ability to finish matches will be forever treasured in all kinds of playing format.

MS Dhoni stats in IPL playoffs

Span Matches Innings Runs Highest Avg SR 100 50 4s 6s
2008-2023 28 23 523 63* 34.86 132.07 0 2 32 28

1. Suresh Raina | 714 Runs

Suresh Raina holds the top rank among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com
Suresh Raina playing for CSK in IPL playoffs. Image | ESPNcricinfo 

The former Indian cricketer, Suresh Rainaholds the 1st rank in the list for 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history. He scored 714 runs in 24 playoffs matches, played for CSK and GL.

It's been 6 years since Raina played his last playoff match (in 2019), and his numbers are still far from being broken in the current IPL years.

He also won the title 4 times with CSK, playing a crucial role in their playoff games with a strike rate above 155.

Read Also: Which team has qualified for IPL playoffs most times?

Suresh Raina stats in IPL playoffs

Span Matches Innings Runs Highest Avg SR 100 50 4s 6s
2008-2019 24 24 714 87 37.57 155.21 0 7 51 40

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Form? Fitness? Should Mohammad Shami be there for the England test series? Who are the other options?

Is Mohammad Shami ready to spearhead India's pace attack in the upcoming five-match Test series against England starting June 20, 2025?

May 23, 2025, 5:28 PM1 min read

Is Mohammad Shami ready to spearhead India's pace attack in the upcoming five-match Test series against England starting June 20, 2025?

With concerns over his form and fitness following a lacklustre IPL 2025 and a long injury layoff, we dive deep into whether the star pacer should be included in the squad. 

From his stellar 2023 ODI World Cup performance to recent struggles with pace and rhythm, we analyse Shami’s prospects and what he brings to the table.  Plus, we explore potential alternatives like Arshdeep Singh, Anshul Kamboj, and others who could step up if Shami’s fitness remains a concern.

With Jasprit Bumrah’s workload being managed, who else can India rely on to challenge England’s batsmen? 

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5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

Let's take a look at the top 5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history.

May 23, 2025, 11:17 AM3 min read

5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most competitive leagues in the world. And as the IPL 2025 is about to enter the Playoff stage, the level of competition goes significantly up.

The IPL Playoff is an intense phase of the tournament where players need to perform at their best. Thus, there’s constant pressure on batters and bowlers to give their 100 percent, as a tiny mistake can make or break the team’s campaign. Bowlers are under even more pressure as they are the ones who can help teams win the tournament.

Let's take a look at the top 5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history.

Also Read: IPL Table toppers: IPL Playoffs teams from 2008 to 2025

Most Wickets in IPL Playoffs History

5. Harbhajan Singh | 17 Wickets

5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has dismissed the batters 17 times in the IPL playoffs at an economy rate of 7.27. During his playing time in the IPL, he has 150 wickets under his name with a stellar economy of 7.08.

The veteran off-spinner has won IPL titles with Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.

4. Ravindra Jadeja | 19 Wickets

5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

Off-spinner Ravindra Jadeja has claimed 19 wickets in the IPL playoffs. He traps the bowler with his spin and is also quite handy with the bat. He has a brilliant average of 22.52 in 23 games. The tally includes an economy rate of 7.75.

Jadeja was part of Rajasthan Royal's title-winning side in the inaugural IPL season (2008). He also won the trophy in 2018, 2021, and 2023 with the Chennai Super Kings.

3. Mohit Sharma | 20 Wickets

5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

Gujarat Titans pacer Mohit Sharma took 20 wickets in the IPL playoffs. He has been consistently providing breakthroughs when the team needed it most. Having represented CSK and GT in the playoffs, Mohit has taken 20 wickets from 10 games at 15.80. His tally includes an economy rate of 8.77 along with a fifer.

Mohit also played for the Gujarat Titans in the 2023 final.

2. Ravichandran Ashwin | 21 Wickets

5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

With 21 wickets in the IPL playoffs, Ravichandran Ashwin has been a key bowler for Chennai Super Kings, delivering vital spin breakthroughs in pressure moments. Ashwin played for three franchises - CSK, Delhi Capitals, and RR - in the IPL playoffs.

Ashwin snapped up 21 wickets from 24 IPL playoff games at 30.23. Notably, Ashwin also has a maiden over in the playoffs. He won the title with CSK in 2010 and 2011. He bowled a match-winning spell (3/16) in the 2011 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

In IPL 2025, he has claimed seven wickets in the nine games he has featured in.

Also Read: Which team has qualified for IPL playoffs most times?

1. Dwayne Bravo | 28 Wickets

5 bowlers with the most wickets in IPL playoffs history

Former CSK all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has taken the most wickets in the IPL playoffs, becoming a standout bowler for Chennai Super Kings. He was known for his death-over skills and crucial wickets in crunch situations. All-rounder Bravo was a mainstay seamer in Chennai Super Kings' pace attack for a decade.

Bravo starred in three of their title-winning campaigns (2011, 2018, and 2021). He also played the final with CSK in 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2019. Bravo, who also played for Gujarat Lions, took 28 wickets from 19 playoff matches at 18.21.

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