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Asia Cup: A mock exam ahead of the main test in October

Asia Cup and World Cup in same year; Pakistan No.1; India No.3; 18 players in Sri Lanka; Sanju Samson 'travelling sub'; Shreyas Iyer returning from injury; Virat Kohli to No.4; Sachin Tendulkar/Greg Chappell; Rahul Dravid/Virat Kohli; Ravindra Jadeja; Hardik Pandya; Axar Patel/Shardul Thakur; Tilak Varma; India's best talent; Pakistan opener;…

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How to watch the Cricket World Cup 2023 online or on TV

Here's how you can watch the ICC Cricket World Cup, up until the final on Sunday, November 19.

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Watch: Team India gears up for Asia Cup

NEW DELHI: The training camp for Team India's 2023 Asia Cup campaign is being held at Alur, on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

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Asia’s cricket giants square up ahead of World Cup

Asia Cup begins Wed: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka to battle for 50-over World Cup prep. India-Pakistan rivalry to feature 3 times if teams reach final. India's Rohit Sharma says Asia Cup perfect place to test, respond to pressure. Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan reappointed captain; Nepal face baptism of fire.

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India will be known as sporting country in 10-15 years: Sunil Gavaskar

India to become sporting country in 10-15 yrs: Gavaskar lauds Neeraj, Praggnanandhaa & Prannoy. He was elated to witness Chopra's gold medal win & backs Praggnanandhaa to win many accolades. He also warned against overlooking Sri Lanka in Asia Cup & said players must rest if they have niggles.

The Hindu

Rajnath Singh to visit Sri Lanka this weekend, say defence sources

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to go on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka, two defence sources confirmed. As per Sri Lankan media reports, Rajnath Singh is expected to visit Trincomalee where India is jointly investing in the joint development of Oil Tank farm.

The Hindu

Dilshan Madushanka joins Sri Lanka's list of injured bowlers

NEW DELHI: In yet another blow to Sri Lanka ahead of Asia Cup, fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka joined the list of their injured bowlers and has been ruled out of the continental tournament.

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Asia Cup will test bowlers' readiness for 50-overs cricket: Wasim Akram

NEW DELHI: Pakistan bowling legend Wasim Akram on Sunday said that the Asia Cup would serve as a crucial examination of the preparedness of subcontinental bowlers for the 50-over cricket format, especially considering the impending ODI World Cup.

The Times of India

BCCI president Roger Binny to attend Asia Cup matches in Pakistan

BENGALURU: BCCI president Roger Binny on Saturday confirmed that he would travel to Pakistan during the Asia Cup next month on invitation from the Pakistan Cricket Board.

The Times of India

Prudent to keep K.L. Rahul as a wicketkeeper-batter for Asia Cup: Sanjay Bangar

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Bangar said that it would be prudent to designate K.L. Rahul as the wicketkeeper-batsman for the upcoming Asia Cup, scheduled to commence on August 30 in Pakistan-Sri Lanka

The Hindu

Deadlock persists over PCB's new contracts ahead of Asia Cup

KARACHI: The deadlock between the Pakistan Cricket Board and the national team players over the signing of new central contracts is yet to be resolved ahead of the all-important Asia Cup in Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: Setback for Sri Lanka as Chameera, Hasaranga injured; Perera, Fernando test Covid positive

Sri Lanka suffered a major setback as four of their cricketers, including pacer Dushamantha Chameera and leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, were rendered doubtful for the upcoming Asia Cup because of injuries and COVID-19.

The Hindu

Setbacks for Sri Lanka ahead of Asia Cup as Dushamantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga injured

NEW DELHI: The Sri Lankan cricket team had multiple setbacks on Friday as pacer Dushamantha Chameera and leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga were rendered doubtful for the upcoming Asia Cup due to injuries. To go with that, batters Kusal Perera and Avishka Fernando tested positive for COVID-19 and are under observation

The Times of India

CCB arrests two more in Sri Lankan Nationals case

CCB sleuths arrest two more in Sri Lankan nationals case; duo were helping trio flee country. Kingpin of network is Jalal, running drug racket in SL; tasked Jai Paramesh to keep trio safe in Bengaluru. Mansoor from Chennai tasked to provide ₹50 lakh, Anbazhagan from Vivek Nagar tasked to create…

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NIA arrests one more in LTTE revival attempt case in Tamil Nadu taking the total to 14

NIA arrests 14th person in LTTE revival conspiracy case involving illegal drugs and arms trade in India and Sri Lanka. Lingam A alias 'Adi Lingam' a key conspirator, forged ID docs to legitimise illegal stay. Accused used money from drugs trade to fund and amass weapons for LTTE revival.

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Afghanistan vs Pakistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Afghanistan v Pakistan in Sri Lanka 2023

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Tamil Nadu: NIA apprehends man over alleged attempt to revive LTTE

The LTTE was a Tamil militant organization based in Sri Lanka. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

City police arrest three Sri Lankan nationals wanted for murders in their home country

Officials of the Central Crime Branch on the pursuit of a fugitive rowdy, who had jumped bail and was at large, caught three Sri Lankan nationals, involved in a series of murders back home, staying with the rowdy-sheeter in the city illegally

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Cricket | Asia Cup bound players arrive for camp in Bengaluru

Indian cricket team arrives in Bengaluru for week-long preparatory camp to get ready for Asia Cup. Focus is on fitness, with Virat Kohli having completed Yo-Yo test. Shreyas Iyer and K.L. Rahul returning from injury, Prasidh Krishna and Jasprit Bumrah making comebacks. Team to leave Bengaluru on Aug 30 for…

The Hindu

CCB arrested four persons including three Sri Lankan Nationals

EOW CCB officials caught 3 Sri Lankan nationals in Bengaluru for suspected involvement in murders. 13 mobiles, Aadhar cards, voter ID cards seized. Accused were on the run for some time & communicated with Paramesh in sign language. Efforts to track down Jalal, their contact, underway.

The Times of India

Richard Illingworth, Ruchira Palliyaguru to officiate in India-Pakistan Asia Cup tie

MUMBAI: England's Richard Illingworth and Sri Lanka's Ruchira Palliyaguruge will be the on-field umpires for the big-ticket India versus Pakistan Asia Cup clash at Pallekele on September 2.

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Shreyas Iyer thanks NCA staff following return from injury to Asia Cup squad

Shreyas Iyer thanked everyone who helped him behind the scenes to make his comeback into the team just in time for two crucial tournaments, i.e. the Asia Cup and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in India from October 5 onwards.

The Independent UK

Afghanistan vs Pakistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Afghanistan v Pakistan in Sri Lanka 2023

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The Hindu

Sri Lanka ‘processing’ China's request for research ship docking that may raise security concerns in India

Sri Lanka is processing a Chinese request to dock a research vessel in October. India had raised security concerns after a similar visit by a Chinese spy vessel last year. The vessel is expected to undertake research with NARA and is one of many Chinese vessels to visit the country.…

The Times of India

Haris Rauf leads Pakistan's rout of Afghanistan in first ODI

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's fiery fast bowler, Haris Rauf, spearheaded a relentless pace attack against Afghanistan, achieving a career-best five-wicket haul and propelling his team to a resounding 142-run victory in the first one-day international (ODI) in Hambantota, Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

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