With just 15 matches played so far, the ICC cricket world is buzzing about the unpredictability. First, it was Afghanistan who rattled defending champions England, stunning them by a 69-run margin at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Then, on a memorable Tuesday night, the Netherlands shook South Africa with a 38-run victory in Dharamsala.
Currently, Team India stands tall at the summit of the Points Table, boasting a flawless record with three wins in as many matches. However, they are all too aware of the volatile nature of this World Cup, ever-watchful to avoid any slip-ups. Their next challenge awaits them in the form of Bangladesh, set to take place at the iconic Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium in Pune.
In exclusive interviews with ‘Star Sports’, some of the cricketing world’s luminaries shared their insights on the upcoming clash. Virat Kohli, former captain of the Indian cricket team, and one of the most revered batters in the modern era, offered his thoughts on the formidable Bangladesh captain, Shakib Al-Hasan. Kohli, who has had numerous encounters with Shakib, emphasized the latter’s exceptional control, experience, and ability to deceive batsmen, especially with the new ball. He stressed the importance of treating all teams with respect, underlining that the World Cup is no place for complacency.
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Shakib Al-Hasan, the Bangladesh skipper, acknowledged the significance of Kohli’s wicket, hailing him as the best batsman of the modern era. He expressed his delight at having dismissed Kohli five times and relished the prospect of repeating the feat in this marquee encounter.
Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya had high praise for Shakib Al-Hasan, commending him as a “street-smart cricketer” who has carried the hopes of Bangladesh for years. His words underscore the value Shakib brings to the team.
The bowling coach of the Bangladesh cricket team, Allan Donald, formerly a prominent South African pacer, gave an insight into how they are preparing to tackle the formidable Virat Kohli. He singled out Kohli as the player they must strategize for well in advance, highlighting the significance of dismissing him in their game plan.
Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the action of the India vs. Bangladesh clash in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Pune, live on Disney+ Hotstar, available for free on mobile devices.
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