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Exploring Babar Azam's impressive world records ahead of the India-Pakistan World Cup match. From ODI milestones to T20 achievements, Babar is set to shine.

Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam of Pakistan celebrate following the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on October 10, 2023 in Hyderabad, India.

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IND vs PAK, ODI World Cup: From solo records to beating Ricky Ponting; 10 records to the name of Babar Azam aka 'Bobby'

Kane Williamson-led New Zealand defeated Bangladesh by eight wickets in their ODI World Cup match to notch their third consecutive win in the tournament.

Shakib Al Hasan of Bangladesh (C) looks on from the huddleduring the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between New Zealand and Bangladesh at MA Chidambaram Stadium on October 13, 2023 in Chennai, India. 

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Major injury scare for Bangladesh, Shakib-Al-Hasan goes for scans after jolt against New Zealand

New Zealand clinched their third consecutive win in the ODI World Cup after bulldozing Bangladesh by eight wickets at the Chepauk stadium on October 13, Friday.

 Kane Williamson of New Zealand plays a shot as Mushfiqur Rahi of Bangladesh keeps during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between New Zealand and Bangladesh at MA Chidambaram Stadium on October 13, 2023 in Chennai, India.

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NZ vs BAN: Williamson's robust comeback leads New Zealand to hat-trick win, thrash Bangladesh by eight wickets

New Zealand's star bowler Matt Henry delivered a spectacular ball to dismiss the Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim in their ODI World Cup clash on October 13.

New Zealand's Matt Henry (left) and Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim in this frame.

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WATCH: Matt Henry's ripper floors Mushfiqur Rahim before stump goes cartwheeling in NZ vs BAN World Cup tie

Trent Boult stepped on a big milestone in the World Cup match against Bangladesh as he became the quickest Kiwi bowler to take 200 ODI wickets.

Trent Boult of New Zealand celebrates the wicket of Litton Das of Bangladesh during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between New Zealand and Bangladesh at MA Chidambaram Stadium on October 13, 2023 in Chennai, India.

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ODI World Cup: Trent Boult scripts history, becomes fastest New Zealand bowler to clock 200 ODI wickets

Will Young made way for returning Williamson in the playing XI while Bangladesh also made one change to their playing XI that featured in the previous match.&nbsp;

Kane Williamson of New Zealand flips the coin as Shakib Al Hasan of Bangladesh looks on ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between New Zealand and Bangladesh at MA Chidambaram Stadium on October 13, 2023 in Chennai, India.

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ODI World Cup 2023, NZ vs BAN: Kane Williamson returns and opts to field after winning toss, both teams make changes to their playing XI

Kane Williamson missed the initial two games of the ongoing ODI Word Cup for New Zealand will play the clash against Bangladesh on October 13.

New Zealand's Kane Williamson looks on before batting in the nets during a New Zealand Nets session at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Hyderabad, India.

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Massive boost for New Zealand as Kane Williamson confirms availability for World Cup clash against Bangladesh

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Archie Vaughan and his opening partner broke a 24-year-old record as Somerset cruised into One-Day Cup 2025 quarter-finals with an eight-wicket win over Northamptonshire.

Archie Vaughan remained unbeaten for 109 from 122 balls in the successful run chase.

Somerset beat Northamptonshire by 8 wickets in the rain-interrupted encounter.

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CPL 2025: Romario Shepherd came out to bat at no.7 and scored 73 runs from just 34 balls, featuring three consecutive sixes.

Romario Shepherd scored an unbeaten half-century on his son's birthday.

Oshane Thomas conceded 33 runs in the 10-ball over.

St. Lucia Kings' Thomas bowled 3 consecutive no-balls. 

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Ex-Barcelona star Emmanuel Petit praised Lamine Yamal’s talent but warned him to manage his mentality and avoid arrogance, drawing parallels to Kylian Mbappe’s struggles at Real Madrid.


Emmanuel Petit cautions Lamine Yamal against arrogance despite his rapid rise.

Ex-Barcelona midfielder draws comparison between Yamal and Kylian Mbappe’s attitude issues.

Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona controls the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Levante UD and FC Barcelona at Ciutat de Valencia on August 23, 2025 in Valencia, Spain.

Former Barcelona player cautions Lamine Yamal against 'arrogance' after Kylian Mbappe comparison

Alexander Isak has made it crystal clear to Newcastle United that he remains determined on leaving despite the club rejecting Liverpool's £110m bid.


Alexander Isak remains determined to leave Newcastle despite management talks.

Liverpool's £110m bid was rejected, but the striker’s stance is unchanged.

Alexander Isak of Newcastle United reacts during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Everton FC at St James' Park on May 25, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

Alexander Isak clears air on future after Newcastle meeting amid Liverpool pursuit

Chelsea's star midfielder Cole Palmer surprised fans by attending the Notting Hill Carnival in disguise.


Cole Palmer, sidelined for Chelsea’s 5-1 win over West Ham, attended the Notting Hill Carnival wearing a hat, mask, and sunglasses, posting "Blendinggg" on social media.

Palmer has been struggling with fitness, but remains crucial to Chelsea after a standout season with 18 goals and 14 assists across 52 matches.

Cole Palmer of Chelsea arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between West Ham United and Chelsea at London Stadium on August 22, 2025 in London, England.

New Zealand vs Bangladesh Full Scorecard

NZ vs BAN, Match 11, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 13 October 2023 - Info

IND vs PAK, ODI World Cup: From solo records to beating Ricky Ponting; 10 records to the name of Babar Azam aka 'Bobby'

Match Details

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023

Fri 13 October, 14:00:00 IST

New Zealand, who chose to field

MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Feb 24

BAN
236/9 (50.0 ov)

NZ
240/5 (46.1 ov)

New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 5 wickets

Bangladesh in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2023 On Dec 31

NZ
95/5 (14.4 ov)

BAN
110 (19.2 ov)

New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 17 runs (D/L method)

Bangladesh in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2023 On Dec 29

NZ
72/2 (11.0 ov)

BAN
0/0 (0.0 ov)

Match Abandoned

Umpires

Umpire
Kumar Dharmasena (SL), Nitin Menon (IND) and Michael Gough (ENG)

Referee
Sir Richie Richardson (WI)

News updates

IND vs PAK, ODI World Cup: From solo records to beating Ricky Ponting; 10 records to the name of Babar Azam aka 'Bobby'

Major injury scare for Bangladesh, Shakib-Al-Hasan goes for scans after jolt against New Zealand

NZ vs BAN: Williamson's robust comeback leads New Zealand to hat-trick win, thrash Bangladesh by eight wickets

WATCH: Matt Henry's ripper floors Mushfiqur Rahim before stump goes cartwheeling in NZ vs BAN World Cup tie

ODI World Cup: Trent Boult scripts history, becomes fastest New Zealand bowler to clock 200 ODI wickets

ODI World Cup 2023, NZ vs BAN: Kane Williamson returns and opts to field after winning toss, both teams make changes to their playing XI

Massive boost for New Zealand as Kane Williamson confirms availability for World Cup clash against Bangladesh

New Zealand vs Bangladesh Full Scorecard

NZ vs BAN, Match 11, MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, 13 October 2023 - Info

IND vs PAK, ODI World Cup: From solo records to beating Ricky Ponting; 10 records to the name of Babar Azam aka 'Bobby'

Match Details

ICC Cricket World Cup, 2023

Fri 13 October, 14:00:00 IST

New Zealand, who chose to field

MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 On Feb 24

BAN236/9 (50.0 ov)

NZ240/5 (46.1 ov)

New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 5 wickets

Bangladesh in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2023 On Dec 31

NZ95/5 (14.4 ov)

BAN110 (19.2 ov)

New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 17 runs (D/L method)

Bangladesh in New Zealand, 3 T20I Series, 2023 On Dec 29

NZ72/2 (11.0 ov)

BAN0/0 (0.0 ov)

Match Abandoned

Umpires

UmpireKumar Dharmasena (SL), Nitin Menon (IND) and Michael Gough (ENG)

RefereeSir Richie Richardson (WI)

News updates

IND vs PAK, ODI World Cup: From solo records to beating Ricky Ponting; 10 records to the name of Babar Azam aka 'Bobby'

Major injury scare for Bangladesh, Shakib-Al-Hasan goes for scans after jolt against New Zealand

NZ vs BAN: Williamson's robust comeback leads New Zealand to hat-trick win, thrash Bangladesh by eight wickets

WATCH: Matt Henry's ripper floors Mushfiqur Rahim before stump goes cartwheeling in NZ vs BAN World Cup tie

ODI World Cup: Trent Boult scripts history, becomes fastest New Zealand bowler to clock 200 ODI wickets

ODI World Cup 2023, NZ vs BAN: Kane Williamson returns and opts to field after winning toss, both teams make changes to their playing XI

Massive boost for New Zealand as Kane Williamson confirms availability for World Cup clash against Bangladesh

BAN
236/9 (50.0 ov)

NZ
240/5 (46.1 ov)

NZ
95/5 (14.4 ov)

BAN
110 (19.2 ov)

NZ
72/2 (11.0 ov)

BAN
0/0 (0.0 ov)

Umpire
Kumar Dharmasena (SL), Nitin Menon (IND) and Michael Gough (ENG)

Referee
Sir Richie Richardson (WI)