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Afghanistan's coach Jonathan Trott highlights catching woes post a 149-run World Cup defeat to New Zealand, while also praising the Black Caps' resilience.

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott. (Getty Images)

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'We are right at the bottom': Afghanistan head coach fumes at his team after crushing loss to New Zealand in ODI World Cup

Tom Latham-led New Zealand bulldozed Afghanistan by 149 runs to become the new table toppers in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, edging India from the no.1 spot.

New Zealand players (left) and India's Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in this frame.

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India lose no.1 spot as New Zealand become table toppers in World Cup after thrashing Afghanistan

New Zealand bundled out Afghanistan for just 139 runs at the Chepauk stadium on Wednesday, to clinch their back-to-back fourth win in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023.

New Zealand's Mitchell Santner (L) celebrates with teammate after taking the wicket of Afghanistan's Fazalhaq Farooqi during the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup one-day international (ODI) match between New Zealand and Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram

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NZ vs AFG: New Zealand's unbeaten run in World Cup continues, bulldoze Afghanistan by 149 runs to notch 4th victory

Mitchell Santner pulled off a jaw-dropping catch to dismiss Hashmatullah Shahidi during New Zealand versus Afghanistan's ODI World Cup clash on Thursday.

New Zealand's Mitchell Santner in action in this frame.

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WATCH: Mitchell Santner becomes 'Catch of the Tournament' contender with breathtaking one-handed stunner in NZ vs AFG World Cup match

Matt Henry pulled off a stunner to leave Rahmanullah Gurbaz's stumps shattered during New Zealand versus Afghanistan's World Cup clash in Chennai on October 18.

WATCH: Matt Henry unleashes wild roaring celebration after disrupting Gurbaz's stumps during NZ vs AFG World Cup match

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In-form New Zealand defeated England in their campaign opener and followed it up with two important wins against the Netherlands and Bangladesh.

 New Zealand's Tom Latham (L) and Kane Williamson warm up during a training session at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai ahead of their 2023 ICC men's cricket World match against Bangladesh.

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ODI World Cup, NZ vs AFG: Hashmatullah Shahidi elects to field, Will Young replaces injured Kane Williamson for New Zealand 

Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz delivers an impressive innings against England in World Cup 2023. England and Afghanistan skippers discuss match strategies and pitch conditions.

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ENG vs AFG: Rahmanullah Gurbaz loses cool at skipper following run out, hits boundary rope in anger after 57-ball 80; video goes viral

Tom Blundell has been called in as Kane Williamson's cover, who fractured his thumb during New Zealand's World Cup clash against Bangladesh on Friday, October 13.

 Kane Williamson of New Zealand plays a shot 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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Massive blow to New Zealand ahead of India clash, Kane Williamson fractures thumb, star batter flown in as cover

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RCB pulled off a thrilling three-wicket win over MI in WPL 2026 opener

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Yastika Bhatia failed to recover from a persistent knee injury

Former Mumbai Indians' wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia in this frame. (Getty)

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Nikola Jokic’s status remains a major focus as the Nuggets prepare for their matchup against the Hawks amid ongoing injury concerns.

Nikola Jokic is not expected to be available for the game against the Atlanta Hawks.

Denver Nuggets continues to adjust after completing a challenging road trip without its star center.

Is Nikola Jokic playing tonight? Get the latest on his status ahead of Hawks clash

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Bo Bichette’s future draws fresh attention as a rival team’s aggressive interest raises new questions for Toronto Blue Jays.

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Blunt Bo Bichette news emerges as Toronto Blue Jays’ concerns grow

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'We are right at the bottom': Afghanistan head coach fumes at his team after crushing loss to New Zealand in ODI World Cup

India lose no.1 spot as New Zealand become table toppers in World Cup after thrashing Afghanistan

NZ vs AFG: New Zealand's unbeaten run in World Cup continues, bulldoze Afghanistan by 149 runs to notch 4th victory