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Australia Women vs. India Women LIVE Score Updates, First ODI: Australia wins easily thanks to Beth Mooney's elegant 76
At the Allan Border Field in Brisbane on Tuesday, Australia won the first ODI by six wickets with 70 balls remaining. Alyssa Healy also struck a strong half century, making the run chase of 215 appear effortless. While Kashvee Gautam played a beautiful hand further down the order and Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur hit half-centuries, it was difficult for the Indian hitters. Jemimah Rodrigues followed immediately after Pratika Rawal and Shafali Verma fell. Soon after reaching her half-century, Mandhana fell, and India found it difficult to gain pace in the middle overs.India reached 214 all out in 48.3 overs as Harmanpreet and Kashvee's partnership for the eighth wicket helped them surpass 200. While Alana King took only one wicket but was difficult for India's hitters to dismiss, Ash Gardner took three for Australia. In India's opening game following their World Cup victory in November, Harmanpreet Kaur had previously chosen to bat first. India had won the first and third games of the multi-format series, taking a 4-2 lead (in points) after defeating Australia 2-1 in the T20I leg. Before the hosts, headed by a newcomer in Sophie Molineux, responded in the second game in Canberra to tie the series at one, the Harmanpreet-led team won the rain-affected opening Twenty20 International by 21 runs in Sydney. In Adelaide, India defeated Australia by 17 runs thanks to a stylish 82 from Smriti Mandhana.
Published 24 Feb 2026 05:48 PM
Suryakumar believes India will win the T20 World Cup.
Suryakumar Yadav, captain of India, thinks his team can quickly recover from their defeat to South Africa and advance to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup knockout stages. India was defeated by the Proteas by 76 runs in Ahmedabad on Sunday, ending a 12-match winning streak. They now have a difficult job to defend the title they famously won in Barbados in 2024. This was India's first defeat of the T20 World Cup.In order to go to the semi-finals, Suryakumar's team will now probably need to win their remaining Super Eight games against Zimbabwe and the West Indies. However, if the Proteas stay undefeated during this round, one victory might be sufficient.Zimbabwe will be India's next opponent in Chennai on Thursday, and Suryakumar doesn't believe his squad needs to make many changes to get back to winning ways.When asked what India needs to perform well for the rest of the competition, a candid Suryakumar responded, "Hopefully, we bat well, bowl well, and field well."That's all. We'll make an effort to keep things easy. I believe we'll return strong if we play the same style of cricket that we want to play and nothing changes."India isn't anticipated to make many changes before their matches against Zimbabwe and the West Indies, but the team is worried about the performance of their top-ranked T20I batsman, Abhishek Sharma, who was dismissed cheaply for just 14 against the Proteas once more. Suryakumar laments the loss of early wickets during the run chase as India faltered in response to South Africa's score of 187/7, and the left-hander was one of three players removed during the Powerplay."If you're chasing 180-185, you can't win the game in the Powerplay, but you might lose the game in the Powerplay," the captain of India thought.
Published 23 Feb 2026 05:58 PM
T20 World Cup, India vs. Pakistan: Salman Agha considers the "big picture" following defeat, while Suryakumar dedicates victory to India
Following a humiliating loss in a match that never lived up to its blockbuster billing, India captain Suryakumar Yadav dedicated Sunday's (February 16, 2026) Twenty20 World Cup triumph over Pakistan to supporters nationwide, while his opposite number, Salman Agha, encouraged perspective.As India amassed 175-7 and then went back to bundle out Pakistan for 114 in 18 overs, the much-anticipated showdown between the South Asian neighbors, who engaged in a military crisis that almost erupted into a full-fledged war last year, failed to ignite.Despite the tensions, the game itself went without any flashpoints, but the opposing captains did not shake hands during the toss. When the coin was flipped, Salman and Suryakumar avoided eye contact and appeared solemn. When the India captain addressed at the R. Premadasa Stadium following the game, the atmosphere was very different."This is for the Indian market. With a broad smile, the batter remarked, "We played the same brand of cricket that we wanted to play."Ishan Kishan was praised by Suryakumar for his quick 77, which helped them win.Ishan Kishan batted in the same manner as he did on the domestic circuit and in our prior games. Ishan took charge of the powerplay and had an unconventional idea."India v Pakistan is a special game for us and our country," Kishan said. "This is a crucial game. We attempted to play excellent shots, but they had fantastic spinners. We feel more confident moving further in the competition.
Published 16 Feb 2026 05:43 PM
Pakistan Minister Establishes 'Suryakumar Yadav Condition' for Asia Cup Trophy Transfer to India
In light of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) rejecting requests for a trophy handover ceremony, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) leader Mohsin Naqvi has reportedly introduced a new condition to break the deadlock regarding the Asia Cup 2025. During an ACC meeting on Tuesday, BCCI officials Rajeev Shukla and Ashish Shelar put Naqvi on the defensive by requesting that the trophy be stored in the Asian body's Dubai office for shipping to India.Naqvi, however, demonstrated little to no willingness to comply with the requests from the Indian board. A report by the Pakistani media outlet Geo Super states that Naqvi even opposed the mention of the trophy handover in the meeting, as it was not included in the original agenda. During a virtual meeting, Naqvi informed Rajeev Shukla, "This item was not included in the agenda for the ACC meeting." Naqvi, in response to the BCCI's insistence on the trophy's return, stated: "If the Indian team wants the trophy, the captain can come to the ACC office and collect it from me. "Witnessing Naqvi's lack of cooperation, the BCCI warned the heads of the ACC and PCB that if the trophy is not transferred to the Indian team within a specified timeframe, they will lodge a complaint with the ICC concerning this issue. As PTI reported, a source stated, “It was clarified that the BCCI would lodge a complaint with the ICC, and Shelar made a brief exit from the meeting.” During the tournament, the two teams faced off three times, with India emerging victorious on each occasion, including in the final. During the event, India upheld a 'no-handshake policy' with Pakistani players, which angered the PCB.Following the Pahalgam terror attack, where Pakistan-backed terrorists killed 26 Indian tourists, tensions between the two neighbors have reached unprecedented levels.
Published 01 Oct 2025 04:04 PM
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Which IPL team prevailed yesterday? The best moments from last nights GT vs. KKR game
Which IPL team prevailed yesterday? The Indian Premier League (IPL) playoff race saw the third team eliminated, Gujarat Titans, following their May 13 matchup with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) due to inclement weather. Due to the rain-related postponement, GT was eliminated from the playoff race; they were required to win the match, but it was called off before a ball was bowled. Gujarat became one of the two eliminated teams, along with the Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings.At 10:56 p.m., three hours after the game was supposed to begin, rain prompted the umpires to call it quits before a ball was bowled. This IPL season's first such incident was signaled by this decision.GT vs. KKR in the 2024 Indian Premier League Gujarat Titans vs. Kolkata Knight Riders highlights: The Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Gujarat Titans Rain caused the Monday IPL 2024 match in Ahmedabad to be called off. GT was eliminated from the playoffs as a result of the outcome. In the meantime, KKR earned a postseason berth. Fans of GT will be upset about the rain because this was their last home game of the season. Read MoreIn its final game at its storied home field, the host club did not win consolingly nor did it put on a commanding display by the table-topper. Rather, it was a wet squib as the Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders were forced to share the points in the Indian Premier League's opening match of the final week of the preliminary stage.
You need to change with the times, Shastri supports the Impact Player regulation.
Shastri supports the Impact Player rule, saying that one must change with the times.Some current players and coaches in the IPL are not too fond of the Impact Player rule, however former India coach Ravi Shastri supports it, citing the rule's role in some exciting endings."It's a good rule, the Impact Player rule. On his YouTube channel, Shastri said to R Ashwin, "You have to change with the times." It's true that similar incidents occur in other sports. Its finishes are more precise. I believe that it's a good rule to adapt to the times you live in. You witnessed how many close calls we had in the Indian Premier League last year. Thus, it has indeed made a significant difference.While some believe the rule hinders the growth of allrounders, including as India captain Rohit Sharma, Ashwin gave the example of Dhruv Jurel, who started as an Impact Player in the IPL 2023 and made his Test debut for India a year later."Any new rule that is implemented will inevitably result in...People will attempt to defend why that is incorrect, Shastri stated. "But in time when you see the scores - 200 and 190 - and then like you mentioned individuals grabbing that opportunity and making the most of it, people will start re-looking at how they think about it."The BCCI secretary, Jay Shah, stated last week that the Impact Player rule is "not permanent" and that a decision regarding its use in future IPL seasons will be made following a meeting with relevant parties following the 2024 T20 World Cup."A test case is similar to Impact Player. We have been gradually implementing it. The most significant benefit of it is that two Indian players are getting a chance [in every game], as Shah had stated to media on Thursday at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai. "We'll take a call and confer with the broadcasters, players, and teams. Although I'm not claiming it will last, this is not permanent."We'll see if it increases the level of competition in the game or not. We will speak with a gamer even in that case if they believe that something is wrong. However, as of now, no one has informed us, therefore the decision will be made following the World Cup."The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 competition allowed teams to substitute a player from the original XI announced at the toss with a 12th player at any time during a match. Rohit was the first well-known Indian player to criticize the rule, which was introduced to the IPL in 2023.Delhi Capitals (DC) players Axar Patel and Mukesh Kumar were among those who spoke out against the rule. Still, DC head coach Ricky Ponting had expressed his satisfaction with the IPL keeping the Impact Player if it was contributing to a "better spectacle" during the competition. However, he acknowledged that as a coach, he wasn't too fond of the regulation, referring to it as a "nightmare".
A college student was arrested for criminal trespassing after meeting MS Dhoni during an IPL match.
The event happened on Friday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, during a game between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK).At the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, a college student onto the field to see great cricketer MS Dhoni. Police announced on Saturday that the student had been arrested for criminal trespassing and unauthorized entry. The incident happened at the stadium on Friday during a game between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK).The accused, Jai Bharat, is a final-year BA student, according to the police.ACP Digvijay Singh Rana of Ahmedabad informed reporters on Saturday that the accused student has been charged with trespassing and illegal entrance."A college student leaped onto the field and began racing towards the pitch during yesterday's IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings. During a stoppage in the game, the accused entertained the idea of meeting Mahendra Singh Dhoni. He was taken into custody by constables on the scene, according to ACP Rana."We discovered throughout the preliminary investigation that he had no other goals. He said, "A complaint has been filed against him for entering the area without permission and trespassing during the game. After winning the toss, CSK decided to field first in the match recap. A 210-run opening partnership between Sudarshan (103 in 51 balls, five fours and seven sixes) and Gill (104 in 55 balls, nine fours and sixes) propelled GT to 231/3 in their 20 overs.For CSK, Tushar Deshpande (2/33) was the best bowler. The run-chase saw CSK drop to 10/3. With a 109-run partnership, half-centuries from Moeen Ali (56 in 36 balls, with four boundaries and four sixes) and Daryl Mitchell (63 in 34 balls, with seven fours and three sixes) momentarily threatened GT. However, CSK lost wickets frequently after that and could only muster 196/8 in their 20 overs. You can only listen to the newest music on JioSaavn.com. Rashid Khan (2/38) and Mohit Sharma (3/31) were two of GT's best bowlers. 'Player of the Match' went to Gill.
T20 World Cup 2024 Six key worries for Team India before to the competition
17 years have passed since India's thrilling victory in the first-ever ICC Men's T20 World Cup in South Africa, which heralded in a new era for cricket. However, the Men in Blue have failed to win a second title in the format that India has shaped more than any other (mostly because of the IPL) since then. Here are Team India's top worries ahead of the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which will be held in the US and the West Indies in less than a month.1. With whom should Rohit Sharma open with? Making the most of deliveries for your best batsmen is essential in Twenty20 cricket. India should seriously contemplate starting their innings with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in light of this tactic. Even if Indian captain Rohit Sharma appears to be heading in the wrong direction, it's possible that Yashasvi Jaiswal will take his place at the top, with Kohli holding onto his position at number three, which he has held for the previous ten years.Even though Kohli has only made nine appearances as the opener in Twenty20 Internationals, he has an outstanding 57.14 average and a 161.29 strike rate. Kohli has been a fixture at the top for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for almost ten years, scoring more runs than any other player in that capacity. Notably, opening the innings was when Kohli scored his lone T20I century for India.In light of the anticipated slower pitches, particularly in the US, Rohit and Kohli's partnership provides a combination of skill and experience. It does not, however, have the left-handed component that Jaiswal adds.2. The absence of Rinku Singh and Shubman Gill from the squad Shubman Gill is the leading run scorer in the 2023 IPL. His exclusion may come as a surprise at first, but a comparison of his T20 acceleration rates with Jaiswal's clarifies the choice. far if neither Jaiswal nor Gill are lighting up the IPL this year, Rinku Singh's absence is far more noticeable. Rinku's versatility in places and propensity to smash sixes would make his absence felt, especially in high-scoring chases like many IPL games. He has averaged 89 and struck rate of 176 in his 11 T20I innings for India. Gill and Rinku would have surely made the team if Virat and Rohit had both given up on T20 cricket. Time will tell whether or whether the3. Will SKY be able to show why he should be on the team? It makes no sense that the world's best men's T20I bowler is not in the World Cup team. According to the most recent results, Suryakumar Yadav is far ahead of second-placed Phil Salt, with a lead of 59 points. But SKY's form has been all over the place, even though he had a great hundred against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL. Also, memories of last year's 50-over World Cup are still very fresh, especially of the final, where SKY had a hard time against Australia's attack. If India chooses to start with Jaiswal and Rohit, SKY may be under more pressure because he won't get as many deliveries to get used to the ball since Kohli is set to bat at number three. Even so, if the 33-year-old finds
Amul Signs on as the Sri Lanka Mens Cricket Teams "Official Sponsor" for the 2024 T20 World Cup
Announcing their appointment as the 'Official Sponsor' of the Sri Lanka Men's Team for the duration of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 is the Indian milk producer Amul, according to Sri Lanka Cricket.The Indian dairy company Amul has been named the Sri Lanka Men's Team's "Official Sponsor" for the length of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, according to a statement released by Sri Lanka Cricket.Collaboration to Increase Brand Awareness Amul's cooperation with Sri Lanka Cricket, in the opinion of Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, is a great decision, as it will help the company boost its market share and further increase its brand awareness among global consumers.Gaining from Small and Insignificant Farmers Amul's managing director, Jayen Mehta, declared that the company is pleased to collaborate with Sri Lanka to support small and marginal farmers there, since Amul is a tried-and-true model for dairy growth.Developing Relationships with Sri Lanka Cricket Mehta continued, "Amul is proud to further strengthen the association with the Sri Lanka Cricket Team. The company has most recently been associated with the Sri Lankan team in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup. "The T20 World Cup campaign of Sri Lanka On June 3, 2024, Sri Lanka will play their first match at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in New York against South Africa. From June 1 to June 29, 2024, the USA and the West Indies will host the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.Amul's Involvement in Cricket The Indian dairy cooperative Amul has sponsored a number of cricket teams and events in the past. It is also actively interested in cricket sponsorships. Amul's influence in the cricket world is further cemented by this collaboration with Sri Lanka Cricket, which is consistent with the brand's strategy.Improving Cricket's Prospects in Sri Lanka This sponsorship agreement with a well-known company like Amul is a big plus for Sri Lanka Cricket. In addition to giving the team financial support, it also helps to raise its profile and appeal on the international scene, which could draw in more sponsors and supporters.
A college student was arrested for criminal trespassing after meeting MS Dhoni during an IPL match.
The event happened on Friday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, during a game between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK).At the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match, a college student onto the field to see great cricketer MS Dhoni. Police announced on Saturday that the student had been arrested for criminal trespassing and unauthorized entry. The incident happened at the stadium on Friday during a game between the Gujarat Titans (GT) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK).The accused, Jai Bharat, is a final-year BA student, according to the police.ACP Digvijay Singh Rana of Ahmedabad informed reporters on Saturday that the accused student has been charged with trespassing and illegal entrance."A college student leaped onto the field and began racing towards the pitch during yesterday's IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings. During a stoppage in the game, the accused entertained the idea of meeting Mahendra Singh Dhoni. He was taken into custody by constables on the scene, according to ACP Rana."We discovered throughout the preliminary investigation that he had no other goals. He said, "A complaint has been filed against him for entering the area without permission and trespassing during the game.After winning the toss, CSK decided to field first in the match recap. A 210-run opening partnership between Sudarshan (103 in 51 balls, five fours and seven sixes) and Gill (104 in 55 balls, nine fours and sixes) propelled GT to 231/3 in their 20 overs.For CSK, Tushar Deshpande (2/33) was the best bowler. The run-chase saw CSK drop to 10/3. With a 109-run partnership, half-centuries from Moeen Ali (56 in 36 balls, with four boundaries and four sixes) and Daryl Mitchell (63 in 34 balls, with seven fours and three sixes) momentarily threatened GT. However, CSK lost wickets frequently after that and could only muster 196/8 in their 20 overs. You can only listen to the newest music on JioSaavn.com. Rashid Khan (2/38) and Mohit Sharma (3/31) were two of GT's best bowlers. 'Player of the Match' went to Gill.
Bangladesh, Bangladesh, and England will be hosted by the West Indies in 2024.
In the Caribbean, South Africa will play two Twenty20 International Series in three months. Beginning on November 22, Bangladesh will visit for an all-format trip.From May to December 2024, the West Indies men will play host to South Africa, England, and Bangladesh. Before the West Indies and USA host the T20 World Cup in June, the home games start on May 23 with a trip from South Africa for three Twenty20 Internationals at Sabina Park in Jamaica.After the West Indies' July Test series against England, South Africa will play two Tests in Trinidad and Guyana starting on August 7 before returning to the Caribbean. Prior to the CPL, a second three-match Twenty20 International series will begin on August 23 at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. A four-day warm-up match between the two sides will also take place in Tarouba before to the Test series.Following a white-ball tour of Sri Lanka in October, the West Indies will host England for three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) starting on October 31 in Antigua, Barbados, and St Lucia.After that, Bangladesh will embark on an all-format tour of the Caribbean from November 22 to December 19. The itinerary includes two Test Matches in Antigua and Jamaica, three ODIs in St. Kitts and Nevis, and three Twenty20 Internationals in St. Vincent. For the first time since 2014, West Indies will visit the Arnos Vale Ground in St. Vincent. In addition, Bangladesh will engage in a pre-Test friendly match in Antigua.Grenada and Dominica were not able to host games this year due to "significant improvements" made to the stadiums, according to CWI CEO Johnny Grave. He also mentioned that the West Indies will return to both locations in 2025.
Highlights of GT vs. CSK Gujarat Titans easily defeat Chennai Super Kings by 35 runs in the 2024 IPL
Highlights of GT vs. CSK IPL 2024: In Ahmedabad, Gujarat Titans defeated Chennai Super Kings by a margin of 35 runs.GT against CSK Highlights of the IPL 2024: In Ahmedabad, Gujarat Titans defeated Chennai Super Kings by a margin of 35 runs. In pursuit of 232, CSK was held to 196 for 8 in 20 overs. Moeen Ali blasted 56 off 36 balls, while Daryl Mitchell scored 63 off 34 balls. Earlier, GT reached a massive score of 231 for 4 thanks to the potent centuries of Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan. The GT openers destroyed the CSK bowlers all over the field, stitching together 210 runs, the joint-highest first-wicket stand in IPL history. Gill struck 104 off 55, but after CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and decided to bowl, Sudharshan scored 103 off 51. (Scorecard | Points Table for IPL 2024)Gujarat defeated Chennai by 35 runs in the IPL 2024, GT vs. CSK highlights. Highlights of IPL 2024 between GT and CSK: Sudharsan and Gill tied the record for the biggest opening stand in IPL history, which enabled GT to defeat CSK. 50 minutes ago OUT! Dube leaves, and Dhoni takes over.
Motivated by Tarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashma, Team Indias T20 World Cup Jersey Sets Off An Incredible Meme Festival
As the T20 World Cup 2024 gets underway in the United States and the West Indies, June 1st marks the beginning of India's journey towards winning its first ICC title in eleven years. On Monday, BCCI released India's jersey for the main event. The uniform that the team captained by Rohit Sharma wore at the 2023 ODI World Cup has undergone significant alteration. This time, orange and blue tones are very noticeable. But this new jersey has also sparked an internet meme frenzy, with some fans seeing comparisons to the well-known comedy series Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashma.Fans shared some video from the program on X (previously Twitter) as soon as the jersey was released, showing the characters wearing very identical attire.On the official Adidas website, the jersey costs Rs 5999 for a standard size. It's interesting that travel from Delhi to Goa this month can be done for less money. The cost of tickets from Delhi to Goa was estimated by several well-known travel booking websites to be less than Rs 5500 in the upcoming month.Sportswear company Adidas used social media to give fans a first look at the official jersey. Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian cricket team, was shown in the video with Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja.The team led by Rohit Sharma will don the jersey in an attempt to end India's cricketing skid in ICC competitions. The last time India won the ICC Trophy was in 2013, while MS Dhoni's captaincy. Since then, India has been in the running for the Champions Trophy, the World Test Championship, the ODI World Cup, and the T20 World Cup, but has fallen short each time.
BCCI Sets "Only Condition" For Team India To Fly To Pakistan For Champions Trophy 2025
The last bilateral series between the two countries took place in India in December 2012–January 2013. Only at ICC events and the Asia Cup have the two countries faced off since then.Vice-President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rajeev Shukla, stated that the Indian team will only travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy the next year if the permission of the national government is granted. The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will take place in Pakistan in February and March of the following year. This occurs in the midst of rumors in the media that India would skip the tournament in Pakistan. India hasn't participated in any cricket competitions in Pakistan since the 2008 Asia Cup because of the hostile relations between the two countries brought on by terrorism.The last bilateral series between the two countries took place in India in December 2012–January 2013. Only at ICC events and the Asia Cup have the two countries faced off since then.Shukla stated to the ANI, "We will follow the Government of India's instructions about the Champion Trophy. Only with approval from the Indian government do we dispatch our team. Thus, we shall proceed in accordance with the Indian government's decision. "When hosting the Asia Cup last year, Pakistan was forced to employ a hybrid approach because all of India's games—including those against Pakistan—took place in Sri Lanka. Colombo hosted the tournament final, which India won. While Pakistan had made passing references to the idea of taking a hybrid strategy to the ODI World Cup in India the year before, it was never really considered. They ended up playing every game in India at five separate venues before they were eliminated in the group stages.As ESPNcricinfo revealed earlier in May, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided that Lahore will be the only venue for India matches for the Champions Trophy that Pakistan has been given for the upcoming year.Three locations—Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi—have been reserved by PCB to host the two-week Champions Trophy, according to ESPNcricinfo. The final will be held in Lahore, where all of India's games would be played according to their draft schedule.The concept of consolidating India into one location is rumored to have been proposed in order to minimize logistical and security risks associated with their journey. Additionally, because its headquarters are in Lahore, which is close to the Wagah border crossing between the two nations, it offers Indian fans a somewhat easy choice for where to come.Prior to this, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi stated that the board had provided the ICC a draft schedule for the competition, which is anticipated to take place in mid-February of the following year. The eight participating members will debate it, with the India team's trip itinerary probably becoming the main cause of contention.
In Mumbai, Pandya transforms from the biggest opponent to the beloved figure once more.
Welcome to the Daily Review System, or DRS, a special section of our website. InsideSport will give you the best IPL stories from the previous day that you might have missed in the rush of your hectic schedule.At the Wankhede Stadium, the Mumbai Indians dominated Sunrisers Hyderabad by winning by seven wickets. It was a fantastic performance. Before this game, captain Hardik Pandya was off of form, but he settled into his bowling rhythm and took three wickets in an economical stint. In the run-chase, Suryakumar Yadav showed himself to be the ever-dependable player by persevering through the discomfort to get the team over the finish line.However, Rohit Sharma's dismal performance in the IPL 2024 carried over into the forthcoming T20 World Cup, raising doubts about his abilities. With their batting and bowling going awry on Monday, there wasn't much that went right for SRH. Because of the unpredictable nature of the Indian Premier League, it is difficult to forecast which side will win. In light of that, let's examine some of the captivating headlines from a thrilling match on Monday.Not long after the announcement of India's T20 World Cup roster, an odd trend started to take shape. Of course, it was more for the LOLs on WhatsApp groups and social media, but several players on that 15-man team started struggling in the 2024 Indian Premier League. In the games that followed the team announcement, Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh each allowed more than 50 runs, while Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja, and Suryakumar Yadav fell cheaply while Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, and Shivam Dube all grabbed ducks. Jasprit Bumrah was the anomaly there too, much as he has been with the Mumbai Indians throughout the season.Up to Monday. Up until that point, Suryakumar's eight innings had seen him score a lackluster 232 runs. Then, against Sunrisers Hyderabad, he displayed his brilliant, classic boundary striking, dispelling all doubts about his form ahead of the T20 World Cup in 2024.It was before Suryakumar's fireworks that there was a true reversal of that World Cup-bound players' tendency, as Hardik claimed the best figures of the evening with 3 for 31. That demonstrated encouraging signals of his ability to take wickets, his level of fitness, and the potential that he may be the fifth bowler in the India XI when the World Cup rolls around next month. When India plays two spinners and two quicks, Hardik, who was a key player in the ODI World Cup six months prior, will be the third pace-bowling option and finisher in the Indian XI. Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar once said that there is "no replacement" for Hardik, thus his bowling form and fitness would have given him and the team management a great deal of confidence.Hardik bowled his allotted overs in three consecutive games on Monday, which is encouraging for the all-round player who returned to the game following a lengthy hiatus due to an ankle ailment. Hardik has taken seven wickets in those three games in all phases of the game: one during the powerplay, five during the middle overs (7-8), and one during the final overs (17–20). And he has accomplished this by using a range of deliveries from his arsenal, based on the hitters and the pitching conditions.He initially sent Sunil Narine back in the powerplay against Kolkata Knight Riders, and then he got rid of Manish Pandey by taking the pace off a cutter that the batsman misplayed to extra cover. A week ago, Hardik continued to aim for the hard length with a relatively fresh ball when bowling against the Lucknow Super Giants, causing KL Rahul and Deepak Hooda to misjudge their shots. But Hardik's three-for against SRH would have been even more satisfying because it helped MI win handily after four straight losses. As soon as the powerplay finished, Hardik entered the game and attempted to hit difficult lengths and get the ball to nip around.He remarked at the presentation, "I like bowling to the areas and seeing what the situation requires [me to do]." "If the wicket has grip, I do it, if not, like today, I tHe remarked at the presentation, "I like bowling to the areas and seeing what the situation requires [me to do]." "If the wicket has grip, I do it, if not, like today, I thought the ball was nipping around and bowling at the right areas would be a right option and I think it worked."hought the ball was nipping around and bowling at the right areas would be a right option and I think it worked."
Mumbai Indians respond to the est Jasprit Bumrah movement before the T20 World Cup, knowing that they will definitely be eliminated from the IPL in 2024.
The Mumbai Indians, who are in danger of losing, finally spoke up when asked if they intended to rest Jasprit Bumrah in light of the T20 World Cup.The Mumbai Indians are expected to make an immediate exit from the Indian Premier League in 2024, and supporters have been pleading with the team to rest important players like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah before the T20 World Cup. With players like Rohit, Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Suryakumar Yadav expected to be major contributors for India at the Twenty20 World Cup, it is illogical to keep MI's star players going unless they want to extend their campaign, as they are currently bottom of the table with six points from 11 games.It won't be long before some of the top Indian players from the Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru board the first group of players—which includes the players who were eliminated—leave for the USA on May 21. Because of this, resting Bumrah, particularly at this stage, might be a win-win situation with three games left. Before his team's match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday, MI all-rounder Naman Dhir had a press conference. He disclosed that the fans' present way of thinking does not align with the MI think tank.As of right now, nothing like that is taking place. Though nothing of this like has been mentioned, the team management ultimately has the last say," he stated.The India quick's tie for the Purple Cap is one of the main reasons MI and Bumrah himself would be eager to continue. Bumrah and Punjab Kings' Harshal Patel are tied at 17 wickets apiece, but both teams are expected to end the season soon. This is true even if Bumrah hasn't typically started MI's bowling matches. With the exception of a few matches in which he was thoroughly outclassed for runs, Bumrah's IPL experience has been really pleasant. Just what India needed to give herself a boost.
After Barcelona loses against Girona, Real Madrid wins their record-tying 36th Spanish league title.
With four games left, Real Madrid ended the suffering of its Spanish opponents and secured the league title on Saturday. This came just in time for Real Madrid to fully concentrate on its Champions League semifinal matchup against Bayern Munich.Madrid performed as predicted, defeating relegation-threatened Cadiz 3-0, despite using only bench players. Coach Xavi Hernández acknowledged that Barcelona's 4-2 loss to Girona was emblematic of his team's trophy-less season.With just 12 points still to play, Girona overtook Barcelona in second place, and Madrid was able to capture its record-extending 36th Spanish league title thanks to a sequence of results that left them with an overwhelming 13-point disadvantage.Madrid would have celebrated the title on Saturday if Barcelona had prevailed at Girona.Now Madrid gets the opportunity to add to its record 14 European Cup victories. After a 2-2 first-leg stalemate in Germany, Madrid hosts Bayern on Wednesday in their Champions League semifinal matchup. Borussia Dortmund or Paris Saint-Germain will be waiting for the victor of the June 1 final. The club announced that it will postpone the customary victory celebration in downtown Madrid until next Saturday in order to focus on its crucial matchup with Bayern. Coach Carlo Ancelotti of Real Madrid declared, "We deserved this league title in every way," following his team's second league title and 12th trophy overall in his two years at the team."We want to celebrate with all of the supporters, but they know that we have a big battle coming up on Wednesday. We want to be well-prepared to please the supporters, and on Saturday, we will all celebrate the victory together. After Karim Benzema left in the summer and Thibaut Courtois, the goalkeeper, and defenders David Alaba and Eder Militao suffered major leg injuries, Madrid looked to be back on track to challenge reigning champion Barcelona at the beginning of the season. But after joining from Borussia Dortmund, Jude Bellingham developed into a prolific striker. Madrid was far ahead of the opposition thanks to his goals and midfield leadership as well as Vinícius Júnior's dribbling, pace, and goals.Madrid has won both of its league "clasico" matches against Barcelona, has only lost once in 34 rounds overall, and has delivered Girona two crushing defeats in their two encounters.Replicas Before the match against Bayern, Shine Ancelotti made significant changes to his starting eleven. The only player that started the first leg against Bayern and started against Cadiz was center-back Nacho Fernández. At the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday, in the 51st minute, Brahim Díaz scored a goal from the edge of the box into the top corner, shattering Cadiz's defense. Moments after entering the game as a replacement, season MVP Bellingham scored his 18th league goal of the year to effectively seal the victory. In injury time, Joselu Mato added a third. Champions League play for Girona In addition to losing to Girona in the Catalan derby, which was their second major defeat of the season, Xavi's team also watched Madrid win the title as a result of their defeat. Barcelona dropped to third position, 14 points behind Madrid, as Girona overcame them. Girona opened a 13-point lead over Athletic Bilbao in fifth place, securing a top-four finish and Champions League spot. Girona is now poised to raise a problem for UEFA, whose regulations aim to safeguard the Champions League against the presence of two or more clubs owned by the same entity. Both Girona and Manchester City are members of the Abu Dhabi royal family-supported City Football Group. Girona has the ability to deny Barcelona of
Jasprit Bumrah and Kapil Dev turn teammates for Tata IPL 2024 on JioCinema
JioCinema recently debuted MS Dhoni in a dual role for their first TATA IPL 2024 campaign. As part of their new campaign, TV Dekho Toh Aise, Kapil Dev and Jasprit Bumrah are now featured in two films. The most recent JioCinema film slate is concentrated on the Connected TV offering, which caters to fans who want to watch the TATA IPL both on a big screen and digitally. Additionally, they highlight the platform's many capabilities, which provide viewers an unparalleled level of autonomy and let them to switch from a "lean-back" to a "lean-forward" viewing experience. On March 22, 2024, TATA IPL 2024 will kick off on JioCinema with the southern derby between MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. The two elite cricket players' chats are peppered with witty quips directed at one another, all in good humor, in these banter-filled Chrome Pictures videos. In the first movie, Bumrah is absorbed in watching the TATA IPL on his phone when Kapil Dev walks in and strikes up a discussion with him. When Bumrah turns on a connected TV and starts streaming the same video Bumrah was watching, Kapil challenges him and claims superiority over the way his generation watches the TATA IPL. In keeping with the same theme, the second movie starring the pair goes one step further by talking about the possibility of viewing the TATA IPL in 4K, with the freedom to select important moments and camera angles. "Connected TV viewers are a rapidly growing subset within the digital universe, while there is no doubt that India has gone digital in the way it watches the TATA IPL or any other live sport," a Viacom18 spokesperson stated. "Our films starring Kapil Dev and Jasprit Bumrah emphasize that the TATA IPL can be watched for free on Connected TV with premium features, as well as conveniently on a mobile device with flexibility." The intense competition's thrill is replicated on a large screen, giving the audience total control over the excellent viewing experience. We would like cricket lovers to witness firsthand how JioCinema is revolutionizing the television viewing experience and, as a result, the campaign's "TV Dekho Toh Aise" line.
Greatness of Virat Kohli Has Been Reduced": Harbhajan Singhs Huge IPL 2024 Warning
The MA Chidambaram Stadium in this city continues to be a peak that the Royal Challengers Bangalore hitter has yet to reach for the relentless run machine that is Virat Kohli. Kohli has amassed 7263 runs from 237 matches, seven hundreds, and a strike average of 130, setting him apart from the other players in the IPL. However, at the Chepauk, where he averages just thirty and has a strike-rate of eleven1, that dominance wanes. In light of this, former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh stated that Kohli must put up a stronger effort when RCB takes on the reigning champion Chennai Super Kings in the opening IPL game of the season on March 22 at the Chepauk.In terms of his overall performance at that location, Virat's greatness has diminished. It's a challenging place to bat, particularly when you're the opening batsman up against a strange bounce similar to a tennis ball.The legendary Ravindra Jadeja bowls stump to stump for them (CSK). He's going to turn the oddball, then make it stay low. It's quite difficult," Harbhajan stated to Star Sports. In fact, Harbhajan stated that Kohli will need to find a way to bat longer because the star batsman has been out of the game three times in his last five innings against CSK due to Power Plays.A match-winning performance is possible if he is truly ready to bat for roughly 20 overs, as two hundreds at the easily accessible Chinnaswamy do not always translate to the same at Chepauk "said the man. Kohli has a mediocre record against the Super Kings and has yet to score an IPL century at Chepauk. In 30 games, the 35-year-old has amassed 985 runs against CSK, with a career-high of 90.The former CSK player Harbhajan stated that in order for RCB to have a genuine chance of winning the elusive IPL title, Kohli needed to get back to his 2016 form. "It is crucial that he has a season similar to 2016 because the team will advance if Virat continues to score runs. I'm not sure if they'll end up winning the cup. "But I think they have a lot of good batting because of the brilliant players they have on the team, including Virat, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, and a few others like Patidar. and everybody hopes Virat can repeat his success from 2016," he continued.
Mohun Bagan Wins 3-1 Against East Bengal to Secure ISL Playoff Spot
At the Salt Lake Stadium on Sunday, Mohun Bagan defeated their bitter rivals 3-1 in their Indian Super League return leg thanks to one of their best performances of the year. After Cleiton Silva's missed penalty kick in the 14th minute, Mohun Bagan scored three goals in as many minutes through goals from Jason Cummings (27th), Liston Colaco (36th), and Dimitri Petratos (45' penalty). This gave Mohun Bagan a 3-0 lead at the half. East Bengal pulled one back through a goal from Saul Crespo (53rd), his first-ever ISL goal, but Mohun Bagan were back to their best and made sure there would be no more slippage to preserve the 3-1 score. With the victory, Mohun Bagan moved up to the playoff spot and past Mumbai City in the standings based on goal differential. With one game remaining, Mohun Bagan remains the clear favorite for the Shield despite the fact that both teams now have 36 points apiece. East Bengal has lost and is no longer in the play-off race. In the eighth minute, Petratos found an unmarked Cummings with a cross from the left, giving Mohun Bagan an early chance, but Cummings' header went wide. East Bengal was given a penalty in the thirteenth minute after Cleiton, who had the ball, was tripped by Vishal Kaith. In the end, though, Kaith made a stunning save by extending to his left in order to preserve the Cleiton spotkick.Suddenly, Cummings found himself in a position to score from the edge of the box after the goalkeeper of East Bengal gave a rebound, giving Mohun Bagan the much-needed lead. Before Sahal took possession, Joni Kauko started the move from the midfield, but an East Bengal defender's mishandle allowed Petratos to get the ball. The Australian attempted to score quickly, but the diving goalkeeper blocked it. Cummings scored with a right-footed strike to the upper left corner after gaining possession of the ball quickly.
Once again, Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane fall short, but Shardul Thakur, the leader, seizes the initiative.
On the first day of the Ranji Trophy final, veteran duo Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane's run drought persisted, but Shardul Thakur's versatility as an all-rounder enabled hosts Mumbai to rally against a brave Vidarbha. In addition to giving Mumbai's below-average first innings score of 224 some semblance of respectability with a counterpunching 75 off just 69 balls, Thakur also removed veteran opener Dhruv Shorey (0) with an angular delivery that gave him a favourable DRS result. Atharva Taide (21 not out) and night watchman Aditya Thakare at the crease meant that Vidarbha were 31/3 at stumps, needing another 193 runs to close the first innings. Medium pacer Dhawal Kulkarni, in his final first-class match of his career, bowled his usual late outswingers, with Test triple centurion Karun Nair (0) and Aman Mokhade (8) nicking it to Hardik Tamore behind stumps. The 41-time champions fell from 81/0 to 111/6 on either side of the lunch break in a stunning collapse that saw Mumbai's top players, Rahane and Iyer, dismissed for identical scores of 7. Despite his leadership prowess, Rahane's awful Ranji Trophy career continued when the Mumbai captain played a meek game to mid-on and was removed just when his team needed him to take the field.Rahane was a contender to reclaim his place in the national team around this time last year, but as things stand, it's unclear if Mumbai selectors will stick with the 35-year-old for the upcoming campaign, regardless of the outcome of this final. Iyer, who was out of favor and had to work hard to get back into the national conversation, was unable to save Mumbai from disaster once more because of his subpar technique. Umesh Yadav (2/43 in 13.3 overs) was as reckless as he could be during the morning session, splattering the new ball everywhere and primarily drifting on the pads of openers Prithvi Shaw and Bhupen Lalwani. Though he kept running out of partners, Thakur showed deft use of both hands and feet to inch closer to what would have been his second consecutive ton. After scoring an incredible 75 off just 69 balls with eight fours and three sixes, Thakur was the final batter to be dismissed. He was caught by the man at deep square leg. The trio of Shams Mulani (13), Tanush Kotian (8), and Tushar Deshpande (14)—who helped Mumbai win multiple times by scoring valuable runs—also fell for a pittance.
When Kuldeep Yadav bowls, it’s like a chess mehfil at the town square
Kanpur wrist-spinner rips up English batting in a 15-over performance for five wickets. Kuldeep Yadav's obliging teammates would gather around him and caress his thick mop of brownish hair every time he took a wicket. The wrist-spinner from Kanpur proved to be his team's rescue on a firm, brownish true track that proved difficult for pacers and finger-spinners to get wickets. Kuldeep Yadav made it clear to the world on a typically overcast English morning that this was not Ben Stokes and his men's home away from home, at a stadium that had more Barmy Army flags than Tricolours. His 5/72 figures showcased his wide repertory, which includes numerous stock balls in addition to numerous modifications and adaptations. England's 218 all out first innings total proved once again that Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma's India can destroy foreign teams for little money even without the use of pitch alteration. Additionally, Kuldeep's unaltered 15-over spell—during which England surged from 55/0 to 179/6—confirmed the numerous match-winning players that Rohit's side has produced. Should Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravichandran Ashwin fail to make the breakthrough, the man from Kanpur's deceit and slyness remain a viable option. The most notable of Kuldeep's first-day dismissals was when he stumped England's number three. Pope Ollie. It demonstrated how everyone in the vicinity of the bat participates in spin bowling as a community activity. It reminds me of those unofficial chess games in town squares where bystanders feel obligated to burrow down over the board and offer advice to the players. When the ball is in the hands of Kuldeep, the wristspinner who piques the interest of all his accomplices and transforms into the sniper who follows instructions to the letter, the talk increases in volume and frequency. Zak Crawley, the opener, had danced down the track to hit Ashwin for a six over the sightscreen only one over before Pope was out. Lunch was only a few minutes away, but apparently Bazballers don't follow the minutes on a clock. In his brief visit, Pope had remained primarily in the fold. The close-in fielders exchanged knowing glances. In just his third Test match, young wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel would soon say something that would go viral. "Aage badhne waala hai (He is about to step out)" will be heard over the stump mic to Kuldeep. Pulling back his length, Kuldeep would bowl the wrong 'un, the spin-tribe's go-to counterbalance, to anyone racing out of the crease.
