ICC World Cup: 'Who Says India Can't be Champions Again?'
Gary Kirsten led India to World Cup glory at the Wankhede stadium four years ago. The former coach believes India can repeat the feat Down Under.
New Delhi: Former India coach Gary Kirsten exuded confidence in the defending champions, asserting that they have what it takes to retain the cricket World Cup crown. "They can retain the title. Absolutely! Everyone seems to write off India but that is a very dangerous thing to do because they know how to play knockout games. They did incredibly well in 2011 and they have a good reference point there," Kirsten said. (Read more)
No Smooth Sailing at Adelaide Airport for Team India
They may enjoy superstar status back home, but in matters of aviation security, not even World Champions India are given any leeway. At Adelaide airport on Monday, hours after beating Pakistan by 76 runs in their ICC World Cup opener at the Adelaide Oval, Team India went through the mandatory security check just like normal passengers before boarding their Qantas flight to Melbourne for Sunday's second World Cup fixture against South Africa. (Read More)
Michael Holding Slams 'Pathetic' West Indies
Sydney: West Indies great Michael Holding has slammed the side's four-wicket loss to Ireland in their ICC Cricket World Cup opener as a "little bit pathetic". (Read more)