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Pant Fumes After DC's Second Consecutive IPL Loss

Delhi Capitals Skipper Rishabh Pant Fumes After Second Consecutive IPL Loss Delhi Capitals (DC) skipper Rishabh Pant's frustration was palpable after his team's second consecutive loss in the ongoing IPL 2024 season. The Capitals fell short by 12 runs against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a thrilling

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Gambhir-Kohli Rivalry Set to Reignite in IPL 2024 Clash

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is set to witness a potential clash of titans as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face off against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday. The match will be played at the M Chinnaswamy stadium, where the last encounter between Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli resulted

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Kohli vs Starc: A T20 Duel for the Ages

Virat Kohli vs Mitchell Starc: A T20 Duel for the Ages When Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday night, the spotlight will inevitably fall on the tantalizing prospect of Virat Kohli facing off against Mitchell Starc. This highly anticipated encounter marks the first time these

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Andre Russell: Leaner, Fitter, and Lethal as Ever

Andre Russell: Rediscovering His Mojo with a Leaner, Fitter Approach As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) prepare for their upcoming matches, all eyes are on Andre Russell, the towering Jamaican who has been in scintillating form. In their season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Russell smashed a blistering 25-ball 64, showcasing his

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England Clinch T20I Series Win Over New Zealand with Clinical Performance

England's Nat Sciver-Brunt and Sophie Ecclestone orchestrated a dominant bowling performance to secure a comprehensive five-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final T20I of the series. The triumph sealed a 4-1 series win for England. Sciver-Brunt's early breakthroughs left New Zealand reeling at 23 for

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Tom Moody Questions Prithvi Shaw's Exclusion from Delhi Capitals' Playing XI

Former Australian cricketer Tom Moody has expressed his bewilderment over the exclusion of Prithvi Shaw from the Delhi Capitals' (DC) playing XI in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. Moody believes that Shaw's international experience and talent warrant his inclusion in the team, despite his

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Steve Smith Questions Mumbai Indians' Tactics in Record-Breaking IPL Loss

Mumbai Indians' perplexing tactics in their record-breaking IPL loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad have drawn criticism from former Australia captain Steve Smith. Smith expressed bewilderment over the decision to limit premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah to just six deliveries up until the 13th over of the match. Sunrisers Hyderabad posted the

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Riyan Parag's Heroics Power Rajasthan Royals to Thrilling IPL Victory

Riyan Parag's heroics propelled Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling 12-run victory over Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Thursday. Despite battling illness for the past three days, Parag's remarkable innings of 84 not out off 45 balls spearheaded Rajasthan Royals to a formidable

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Pakistan to Tour Ireland for Three T20Is in May

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the schedule for Pakistan's three-match T20I tour of Ireland. The matches will be played at Castle Avenue in Dublin on May 10, 12, and 14. This series is part of Pakistan's 12-match preparation for the T20 World Cup in

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Steve Smith Praises MS Dhoni's Unparalleled Cricketing Acumen and Leadership

Australian cricket legend Steve Smith has heaped praise upon former Indian captain MS Dhoni, hailing him as an unparalleled cricketing mind and exceptional leader. Smith, who played alongside Dhoni during his stint with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), described the experience as "tremendous," highlighting Dhoni's exceptional

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Mumbai Indians Face Uphill Battle After Two Consecutive IPL Defeats

Mumbai Indians' IPL 2024 campaign has started with two consecutive defeats, raising concerns among fans and experts alike. The franchise's decision to trade Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans and appoint him as captain has come under scrutiny after the team's poor start. In their opening

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IPL 2024: RR-DC Match Halted Due to Foreign Player Substitution Confusion

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) witnessed a controversial interruption due to a misunderstanding regarding the tournament's rules on foreign player substitutions. The incident occurred when RR decided to field Rovman Powell as a substitute fielder after starting the

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Abhishek Sharma's Record-Breaking Knock Revives SRH's Hopes

Abhishek Sharma's blistering knock against Mumbai Indians on Wednesday night has reignited hopes for Sunrisers Hyderabad. The 23-year-old left-hander smashed the fastest fifty for SRH, a 16-ball masterpiece that earned him the player of the match award. Sharma's performance is a testament to SRH's

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Women's Red-Ball Cricket Returns to India with East Zone Dominating

Women's red-ball cricket made a triumphant return to India's domestic calendar after a six-year hiatus, with the Senior Women Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy kicking off in Pune on March 28. East Zone, led by Deepti Sharma, opted to bat first and put up a formidable 385 for

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CSK's Sameer Rizvi Makes Explosive IPL Debut with Sixes Off Rashid Khan

Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) latest acquisition, Sameer Rizvi, made an unforgettable debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Gujarat Titans on March 26. The 20-year-old from Meerut announced his arrival in style, smashing two sixes off Rashid Khan's first two deliveries. Rizvi's fearless approach

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Suryakumar Yadav Reveals Extent of Injury, Sidelined with Sports Hernia

Mumbai Indians' struggles in the ongoing IPL 2024 season have been compounded by the absence of star batter Suryakumar Yadav, who remains sidelined due to injury. The team has lost its first two matches, highlighting the void left by Yadav's absence. Ahead of MI's second

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Zak Crawley: England to Refine Aggressive Approach After India Series

Zak Crawley, England's leading run-scorer in the recent Test series against India, believes that the team will not abandon their aggressive approach despite their shortcomings in the subcontinent. However, he acknowledges the need for refinement to capitalize on their dominant positions. Crawley emphasized that England's faith

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Liam Dawson Ends Test Ambitions, Prioritizes T20 Cricket

Liam Dawson, the 34-year-old English spin-bowling all-rounder, has acknowledged that his Test cricket aspirations are over. Dawson, who last played a Test in 2017, was not selected for England's tour of India this winter, despite being the leading English spinner in last year's County Championship. Dawson

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Gujarat Titans Face Mixed Start Under Shubman Gill's Captaincy

Gujarat Titans' IPL 2024 campaign under the leadership of Shubman Gill has started with mixed results. After a thrilling victory over Mumbai Indians, they suffered a heavy defeat against Chennai Super Kings. Gill's captaincy has been a topic of discussion since Hardik Pandya's departure to

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CSK's Gaikwad Impresses as Batting Coach Hussey Praises Leadership

Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey has heaped praise on newly-appointed skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, hailing him as a "smart, cricket-savvy" leader who has excelled in rotating bowlers and setting fields. Following CSK's comprehensive 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT), Hussey lauded Gaikwad'

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IPL 2024: KKR Replaces Mujeeb with Ghazanfar, RR Signs Maharaj

IPL 2024: Mujeeb Ur Rahman Out, Allah Ghazanfar In for Kolkata Knight Riders; Keshav Maharaj Joins Rajasthan Royals The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 has witnessed a flurry of roster changes as teams bolster their squads for the upcoming season. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) have made

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IPL's Growth Raises Concerns for Ashwin: 'Cricket Takes a Backseat'

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's star spinner, has expressed his concerns about the IPL's rapid growth, stating that it has become so "huge" that cricket sometimes takes a backseat. Ashwin highlighted the challenges faced by players in managing their time between training sessions and advertisement shoots

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Dhoni's Rare Emotional Outburst After Jadeja's IPL Heroics

MS Dhoni, renowned for his composed demeanor on the field, displayed a rare outburst of emotion during last year's IPL final. The incident occurred after Ravindra Jadeja's heroic performance guided Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to their fifth IPL title. In the rain-affected match, CSK faced a

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MI's Pandya Disappoints in High-Scoring IPL Clash Against SRH

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Wednesday witnessed a high-scoring affair, with a combined 523 runs scored. SRH posted a formidable 277/3, while MI fell short by 31 runs despite a valiant effort. Former India star Manoj Tiwary expressed

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Andre Russell Defends KKR Coach Chandrakant Pandit Amidst Criticism

Andre Russell, the explosive all-rounder, has come to the defense of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Chandrakant Pandit, who has faced criticism for his coaching style. Former KKR all-rounder David Wiese had labeled Pandit's approach as "militant," suggesting it led to frustration among foreign players