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Well played Team India: PM Modi lauds Cricket team for Asia Cup victory

Indian team created history on Sunday, by lifting the Asia Cup with a dominating 10-wicket victory over Sri Lanka

CWC 2023: Can Washington Sundar enter India squad? Rohit keeps door open

Washington Sundar's ability to bat left-handed and bowl genuine off-spin are the two things that Team India are looking for ahead of the 2023 ODI World Cup

Mohammed Siraj's historic spell against Sri Lanka creates many records

Mohammed Siraj created many records thanks to his brilliant bowling performance of 6/21 against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 final

Siraj donates player-of-the-match prize money to Sri Lankan groundstaff

Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj on Sunday donated his player-of-the-match cash prize of USD 5,000 to the Sri Lankan groundstaff who worked tirelessly through the rain-hit Asia Cup. "This cash prize goes to the groundsmen. They deserve it fully, this tournament wouldn't have been possible without them," Siraj said at the post-match presentation after India's 10 wicket win over Sri Lanka in the final. Siraj bowled a devastating spell in which he took four wickets in the fourth over en route to a career-best 6/21 to help India bowl out Sri Lanka for a paltry 50 in the final. Earlier on Sunday, the Asian Cricket Council chief Jay Shah also announced a cash reward of USD 50,000 for the groundsmen in Kandy and Colombo as an acknowledgment for their efforts in making the field of play ready. Almost all the matches in the Sri Lankan leg of the Asia Cup were affected by rain. Even the final on Sunday had a delayed start because of wet outfield. While India's opening fixture against arch-rivals

Axar likely to miss 2 ODIs against Australia, Shreyas 99 percent fit: Rohit

India captain Rohit Sharma on Friday said left-arm spinner Axar Patel is likely to miss the first two ODIs against Australia next week while middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer is "99 percent" match-fit. Axar had suffered a left quadriceps strain during the inconsequential Super 4 match against Bangladesh on Friday and was ruled out of the Asia Cup. Washington Sundar was drafted in as Axar's replacement in India's Asia Cup squad. The PTI had reported on Saturday that Axar will be out of Australia series and could also be a doubtful starter for the World Cup. The worrying part is that MRI scans have revealed that its a hamstring tear. "Axar had a small tear. It looks like maybe it will take a week or 10 days (to heal), I don't know. We have to see how that injury progresses. Some guys recover quickly, and I hope that's the case with him," skipper Rohit didn't seem too confident about the speed of recovery for the Gujarat all-rounder. "I am not sure whether he will be able to play the .

A kick to the rear end is good ahead of WC: Sri Lanka coach Silverwood

Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood was disappointed by his team's meek outing in the Asia Cup final but said it was a timely wake up call for his side ahead of the ODI World Cup next month. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50 after India pacer Mohammed Siraj grabbed six for 21, and the visitors romped to a 10-wicket win here on Sunday. We played very good cricket to get to the final. I think we have to regroup and put some confidence into the players. You know sometimes a bit of a kick to the rear end is not the worst thing before going into a big tournament, said Silverwood during the post-match press meet. Silverwood said the Lankan team needed to ask tough questions and try to move on from this defeat. It was a super bowling performance by India. We did not help ourselves either, and were disappointed with the way we finished. We have a big World Cup tournament coming, and we need to ask a few questions in the dressing room and move forward from this, he said. The Englishman underl

Asia Cup final 2023: What is prize money for winning and runners-up teams?

The tournament champions got $200,000 as prize money. In Indian rupees, the prize money for Asia Cup 2023 winner is Rs 1.25 crore.

Asia Cup final, IND vs SL Highlights: Siraj hero as India lift the trophy

India vs Sri Lanka final, Asia Cup Live Updates: Mohammed Siraj took 6/21 as India bowled out Sri Lanka for only 50 runs. India chased the total down in only 6.1 overs.

Siraj storm forces Sri Lanka to record lowest-ever ODI total against India

Sri Lanka were bowled out for 50 in the final of the Asia Cup 2023. It created various low-scoring records including lowest total in a final, lowest total against India and their lowest total at home

Asia Cup 2023: Gill and Pathirana lead top batters and bowlers chart

India's Shubman Gill is the top batter in the Asia Cup 2023 while Matheesha Pathirana of Sri Lanka is the top bowler ahead of the final on September 17, 2023

Asia Cup: ACC announces prize money for Colombo and Kandy groundsmen

Their unwavering commitment & hard work made Asia Cup 2023 an unforgettable spectacle. They ensured the stage was set for thrilling cricket action, from pitch perfection to lush outfield: Jay Shah

Asia Cup Final, IND vs SL: Fans may witness full match; no rain in Colombo

According to accuweather.com, there are chances of rainfall later in the day, but it might remain dry as it happened during India vs Bangladesh game.

Axar Patel ruled out of Asia Cup final, doubtful starter for World Cup 2023

BCCI, in a press statement, said that Washington Sundar will replace Axar in the India squad for the final against Sri Lanka on Sunday (September 17)

Pakistan quick to miss entire World Cup due to shoulder injury: Reports

Naseem Shah might miss the entire ODI World Cup 2023 as the latest scans have revealed a severe shoulder injury

India vs Sri Lanka final: What happened when two teams played in finals?

India and Sri Lanka have met in 10 finals, seven times in the Asia Cup and once each in the 50-over World Cup, T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy

India vs Sri Lanka final: Washington Sundar in India squad as Axar's cover

Washington Sundar has been added to the Indian squad ahead of the all-important Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka

Reserve day controversy: Ex-Sri Lanka captain lashes out at ICC and ACC

Former Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga criticised the Asian Cricket Council and the International Cricket Council on the reserve day issue

Asia Cup final IND vs SL Playing 11: Sundar in for Axar in India's XI

Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya have returned to India's Playing 11

Asia Cup final, IND vs SL: Sri Lanka join India for summit clash on Sept 17

India and Pakistan have never played against each other in the final of Asia Cup's history.

Injury scare for Theekshana ahead of Asia Cup final, Sri Lanka await report

Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana's participation in the Asia Cup final against India has been thrown into jeopardy due to a hamstring strain, the extent of which will be known on Friday. The mystery spinner strained his right hamstring while fielding during Sri Lanka's two-wicket win over Pakistan on Thursday. "Maheesh Theekshana has strained his right hamstring. The player will undergo a scan tomorrow to fully assess his condition," Sri Lanka Cricket posted on X on Thursday. Theekshana went off the field multiple times while Sri Lanka was bowling. He was seen hobbling but completed his nine-over spell in the 42-over-per-side contest before being helped off the field by some Sri Lanka dugout members in the 39th over. Theekshana's injury adds to Sri Lanka woes. They are already without the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Madushanka and Lahiru Kumara. Sri Lanka play India in the final on Sunday.