Men In Blue  

Through FaceApp, one can know how they would look when they are aged. Indian cricket fans are using this to check out how the ‘men in blue’ would be looking years after their retirement from the game

They were disappointed that India lost to New Zealand by 18 runs in the semi-final in Manchester on July 10

Manchester: India captain Virat Kohli said he was disappointed after losing the ICC World Cup 2019 semi-final to New Zealand by 18 runs in Manchester on Wednesday (July 10). He said 40 minutes of India’s batting at the start changed the game. The ‘men in blue’ faltered in the 240-run chase at Old Trafford despite a rearguard action by Ravindra Jadeja (77) and MS Dhoni (50).

The Virat Kohli-led Indian team defeated Bangladesh by 28 runs to reach the last-four stage. While the ‘men in blue’ have received massive support in England and Wales throughout the 10-team World Cup 2019, a supporter in the stands caught everyone’s attention. Even Indian players and former cricketers praised the enthusiastic fan, who was 87-year-old young!

Manchester: Fans across India celebrated after Virat Kohli and Co annihilated Pakistan in their ICC World Cup 2019 match at Manchester on Sunday (June 16). Rohit Sharma starred with a fine century as India maintained their unbeaten record against Pakistan in World Cup history. Now, the ‘men in blue’ hold 7-0 advantage over their arch rivals. At Old Trafford, India won by 89 runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method. Here are pictures from the match and also the celebrations in India.

Manchester: The big day is upon us. It is Sunday (June 16) and fans are eagerly waiting for the India-Pakistan clash at the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester. The ‘men in blue’ start as favourites considering their recent form and World Cup record against Pakistan. India have never lost a World Cup match to the ‘men in green’, holding 6-0 advantage. Today’s match could be decided by these six men, watch out for them.

Manchester: The stage is set for the India-Pakistan clash at the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford on Sunday (June 16). With excitement high among fans from both sides, they are hoping that rain Gods don’t intervene. There is a chance of rain on Sunday. On Saturday (June 15), captain Virat Kohli did not reveal the combination of ‘men in blue’. Here is India’s likely 11 for the marquee contest.

Bengaluru: It will be a Super Sunday as India face Pakistan in the ICC World Cup 2019 on June 16. Virat Kohli and his men are favourites to win and make it 7-0. India have won all their previous six World Cup meetings against the ‘men in green’. Manchester’s Old Trafford will be the venue for the biggest battle of the 10-team tournament in England and Wales. MyNation spoke to Bengalureans about the contest. Here is what they said.

Taunton: Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed admitted that India were a “strong team” and if he and his team-mates commit the same mistakes that they did against Australia, the “men in blue” will punish them. Sarfaraz spoke how the team was let down by poor fielding during their ICC World Cup 2019 contest against Australia on Wednesday (June 12). Australia won by 41 runs after David Warner’s century. India and Pakistan face off on June 16.

Nottingham: India face New Zealand in a group stage game of the ICC World Cup 2019 today (June 13) at Trent Bridge with rain threat looming large over this clash. The ‘men in blue’ will be forced to make a change as Shikhar Dhawan will not be playing as he is out injured. He had sustained an injury to his left thumb during the previous match against Australia. He will be under observation and a decision will be made only after 12 days. Here is India’s likely playing 11 for New Zealand contest.

Nottingham: India’s assistant coach Sanjay Bangar spoke to the media on the eve of the team’s ICC World Cup 2019 clash against New Zealand. With the ‘men in blue’ set to face the Kiwis on Thursday (June 13) at Trent Bridge, Bangar said a final call on the injured Shikhar Dhawan would be taken after 12 days. He said Rishabh Pant would be with the team as a standby player.

London: In a high-scoring match, India bossed over Australia to cruise to their second win in a row at the ICC World Cup 2019 on Sunday (June 9). One of the pre-tournament favourites, India have lived up to the billing. Here are seven factors which provided the ‘men in blue’ to take the marquee contest by 36 runs at The Oval in London.

London: India registered their second consecutive victory at the ICC World Cup 2019 after defeating Australia by 36 runs at The Oval in London on Sunday (June 9). It was an all-round show by the ‘men in blue’ as they controlled the contest right from the time captain Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bat first. After scoring 352/5, India bowled out Australia for 316. Here are the pictures from the match.

India halted Australia’s 10-ODI winning streak and also ended their record of not losing a World Cup game while chasing since the 1999 edition. It was Shikhar Dhawan's ton which took the 'men in blue' to 352/5 and later bowlers delivered

Southampton: Chetan Narula reports for MyNation as India prepare to take on South Africa in their World Cup 2019 opener in Southampton on Wednesday (June 5). It's been a long rest for the Men in Blue since the second warm-up, while the Proteas have lost to England and Bangladesh in the same interim. 

In team news, a major shock for South Africa as Dale Steyn has been ruled out of the tournament owing to a second should injury which hasn't responded to treatment. For India, Kedar Jadhav is completely match fit. But will he be considered for selection, or will Ravindra Jadeja come into the frame for this game at Hampshire Bowl.