World Cup lacking close encounters

The kind of thrilling finishes associated with previous World Cups have yet to be seen at this edition.

Giant-killing Dutch out to ‘change the narrative’

Netherlands fast bowler Logan van Beek says they have had enough of the “jokes” and “laughing” at their expense.

CWC round review: Proteas potent, but who stops India?

RYAN VREDE reviews a round of fixtures in which South Africa rattled then rolled, and India established themselves as clear favourites.

Former SA U19 star gives Dutch delight

Sybrand Engelbrecht has taken a long, winding road to the World Cup, from a “catch of the century” contender as a junior to walking away from cricket altogether.

Three memorable Proteas-England ODIs

Saturday’s World Cup clash between champions England and South Africa in Mumbai has the potential to rival some of their celebrated ODI encounters.

‘Hitman’ Rohit raises India’s World Cup hopes

Rohit Sharma has led India from the front in their three unbeaten matches of the World Cup to boost his cricket-mad nation’s hopes of winning the title at home.

Dutch Saffas determined to shine against Proteas

When the national anthems blare out in Dharamsala on Tuesday ahead of South Africa’s World Cup match against the Netherlands, do not be surprised if you see a number of Dutch players mouthing the words to both.

Two’s a crowd for Pakistan in sea of blue

Mohammad Uzair and Asif Syed Ali were a rare sight in Ahmedabad – two Pakistan fans in an Indian dominated crowd of around 120,000 witnessing the biggest show in cricket.

CWC round review: Proteas make statement, Aussies crumble

RYAN VREDE reviews the first round of fixtures in which South Africa soared and Australia showed signs that suggest they may be overrated.

Three World Cup talking points

There have been too few fans, too many injuries and lots of runs over the first four days of the ODI World Cup.

Being a Pakistan fan at India’s World Cup

He has survived a heart attack, suffers from diabetes and has just travelled more than 13,300km to watch a cricket match.

Five players to watch at World Cup

A new generation of players is set to emerge from the ODI World Cup in India.

Rashid spin holds key for Afghanistan

As a boy growing up in Bati Kot, an arid village in rural Afghanistan, Rashid Khan dreamt of becoming the family’s first doctor.

Sri Lanka battle World Cup ‘curse’

Sri Lanka will make yet another attempt to end the “curse” of their only previous World Cup victory in the 2023 tournament, but go into it on the back of a humiliating defeat.

‘I even wore cricket pads in bed’

As a young boy in a family of seven cricket-mad brothers, Pakistan pace bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi immersed himself in the sport – even when sleeping.