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DC vs GT: Shubman Gill to play 100th IPL match | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill, the captain of the Gujarat Titans (GT), will play in his 100th game in the lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL) on Wednesday when the team plays the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.On Wednesday, GT and DC will square off in a mid-table match in Delhi. Delhi easily defeated Gujarat in their most recent game, chasing the total easily after forcing the 2022 champions to settle for just 89 runs.In its most recent league game, GT defeated the Punjab Kings, while DC suffered a crushing defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).Gill made his IPL debut with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) after the ICC U19 World Cup, and in the short time since then, not many have been able to emulate his remarkable career.IPL ORANGE CAP | IPL PURPLE CAP | IPL POINTS TABLEG...
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IPL 2024: Can Delhi Capitals bowlers rein in Gujarat Titans on tiny Delhi outfield? | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: As the Delhi Capitals team bus was going to enter the Arun Jaitley Stadium for the side's scheduled practice session on Tuesday, the heavens opened up. The delay helped the Rishabh Pant-led DC to train in cooler conditions, and Pant and head coach Ricky Ponting could be seen having intense "talk sessions" with their fast bowlers Khaleel Ahmed, Anrich Nortje, Mukesh Kumar and Ishant Sharma.IPL ORANGE CAP | IPL PURPLE CAP | IPL POINTS TABLEThese talks have been necessitated by the mountain of runs DC's bowlers have conceded so far. Against KKR, they gave away 272. In the next game, MI put up 234 on the scoreboard, while the latest one against SRH saw Delhi's bowlers getting smashed for 266 in 20 overs. The Gujarat Titans batters are up next for DC's bowlers, that too on a...
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‘I still regret my time in KKR, now I am matured to dictate terms’: Kuldeep Yadav | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: With reinforced skill sets and a keen ability to discern the nuances of a match, Kuldeep Yadav has evolved into a formidable player. However, back in 2019, the left-arm wrist spinner felt the necessity of a guiding presence as his form waned during his time with the Kolkata Knight Riders.Following his Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) surgery in 2020, Kuldeep's career took a positive turn after joining the Delhi Capitals.His performance for both the national team and in the IPL saw a remarkable improvement, solidifying his position as the first-choice spinner across formats.Since joining DC, Kuldeep has claimed 41 wickets in 33 matches. He credited his transformation to the months of hard work under the guidance of coach Kapil Pandey, where he diligently developed new sk...
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David Warner highlights why T20 World Cup won’t see as many big totals as IPL 2024 | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] David Warner of Australia predicts that the T20 World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the United States and West Indies, will not witness the same colossal scores seen on the flat pitches of this year's Indian Premier League. The ongoing edition of cricket's wealthiest tournament has witnessed massive totals, with Sunrisers Hyderabad shattering IPL records twice with scores of 277 and 287. Warner's Delhi Capitals experienced another high-scoring encounter when Hyderabad posted 266 for 7 over the weekend, fueled by a rapid 32-ball 89 from fellow Australian Travis Head. However, Warner, a seasoned opening batsman, believes that the pitches in the West Indies will offer more opportunities for bowlers when the T20's premier global event commences on June 2."They can be slower and they're ...
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‘Go out and express yourself’: Abhishek Sharma reveals Sunrisers Hyderabad’s batting strategy in IPL – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Young Abhishek Sharma spearheaded Sunrisers Hyderabad's onslaught against Delhi Capitals in a stunning display of power-packed batting, setting the stage ablaze with an explosive performance in the IPL encounter.Partnering with Travis Head, Abhishek showcased sheer dominance in the powerplay overs, unleashing a barrage of boundaries that left DC's bowlers reeling. IPL 2024: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPReflecting on their strategy, Abhishek credited the team management for instilling confidence and clarity, enabling him to express his batting prowess without inhibitions."It was a pretty easy message from the coaches and captain. They were pretty much clear with all the batters to go out and express yourself," remarked Abhishek in the post-match press conference...
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Major records broken in Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL run-fest | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Sunrisers Hyderabad reaffirmed their status as one of the most formidable batting sides in the Indian Premier League with yet another record-breaking performance against Delhi Capitals on Saturday.Led by Travis Head's explosive knock of 89 off just 32 balls, SRH posted a mammoth total of 266/7 in their 20 overs, securing a commanding 67-run victory over Delhi Capitals.IPL 2024: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPElecting to bowl first after winning the toss, Delhi skipper Rishabh Pant watched as SRH's opening duo of Head and Abhishek Sharma decimated the DC bowlers, amassing a staggering 125 runs without loss in the powerplay, setting a new record for the highest powerplay score in IPL history.Highest powerplay scores in the IPL125/0 - SRH vs DC, 2024105/0 - KKR vs R...
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‘He wasn’t up to the mark’: Rishabh Pant under fire after Delhi Capitals’ loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals' defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday sparked disappointment among fans, with captain Rishabh Pant facing criticism for his lackluster performance.Chasing a challenging target of 267, Pant's slow-paced innings of 44 runs off 35 balls drew scrutiny and raised questions from supporters. Despite his efforts, Delhi Capitals fell short by 67 runs, ending with just 199 runs on the board with five balls remaining.This loss dropped them to the seventh spot in the IPL points table, having secured only three wins in eight games this season.IPL 2024: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPSunrisers Hyderabad set a formidable tone with their batting display, particularly Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, who amassed a record-breaki...
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IPL-17: DC vs SRH | Sunrisers batters turn on the heat as Capitals wilt

[ad_1] Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Travis Head in action during the Indian Premier League match against Delhi Capitals in New Delhi on April 20, 2024. | Photo Credit: Shiv Kumar Pushpakar Jake Fraser-McGurk, the young Australian sensation, played a blinder to give Delhi Capitals a slim chance to pull off a miraculous chase. But the right-handed power-hitter proved to be an exception on a night dominated by left-handers.Sunrisers’ left-handed quartet — openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, all-rounder Shahbaz Ahmed and pacer T. Natarajan — ensured the Sunrisers climbed to the second spot with a facile 67-run win at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday.Head’s and Abhishek’s sensational strokeplay fetched a whopping 125 — the highest in the first six overs in T20 history. It was Sunriser...
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‘Criticism to hoga’: Rishabh Pant shares what he learnt from MS Dhoni – Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant reflected on the advice he received from the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni."Mahi bhai always says one thing, 'focus on controllables.' You should always focus on the thought process, the practice, and its implementation in the match rather than if someone is criticising you from the outside," Pant said on Star Sports."You may think that it (Pant's approach) is high-risk high-reward gameplay. But it is normal for me. I feel I am not playing any risky shots. I calculate everything as per my understanding of the game. It's important to play the situation. Criticism toh hoga (criticism will be there), but not paying heed to that, I am giving my hundre...
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IPL 2024: Rishabh Pant at home as Delhi Capitals host Sunrisers Hyderabad | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant looked at home at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday evening. In between wearing giggle during warmups and sitting down with the Delhi and District Cricket Association staff for long chats, he batted for over an hour in the nights sharpening his power game through the off-side. IPL 2024: POINTS TABLE | RESULTSThe square looks fresh and so does Pant. Delhi Capitals are banking on both to consolidate their position in the points table. For, they know ‘power game’ will be the operative phrase when they turn up against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday evening.The pitch here has produced a deluge of runs since the ODI World Cup last October-November. It was a sight to watch SRH’s Travis Head and Pant bat in adjacent nets for a while.“We don’t mind having a shooto...
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‘Keeping fingers crossed’: Delhi Capitals sweat over David Warner’s availability against Gujarat Titans | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting on Tuesday disclosed that an X-ray conducted on David Warner's swollen finger didn't indicate any significant injury. However, a decision regarding his participation in the upcoming IPL game against Gujarat Titans will depend on the results of a fitness test conducted before the match.The Capitals are scheduled to face Gujarat Titans in an away fixture in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, with Warner's fitness being closely monitored.The experienced top-order batsman sustained the finger injury during his batting stint in the previous match against Lucknow Super Giants."David did have an X-ray after the last game. That X-ray came back all clear. But, he's got a lot of swelling around the knuckle on his left hand. We'll give him a fitness te...
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‘Rishabh Pant deserves to be…’: Ricky Ponting makes a big statement on wicketkeeper-batter | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant will play "every day of the week" in head coach Ricky Ponting's Indian squad for the forthcoming T20 World Cup, even though several well-known players are making a strong case with some outstanding performances in the current IPL.Ponting was uncertain about Pant's ability to return to the field after the horrifying vehicle accident in December 2022.But given how he has been doing since getting back into the game and his incredible fortitude, the DC head coach is certain that he will be the player boarding the plane to New York by the end of the IPL."Do I believe whether Rishabh should be there in the World Cup squad? Absolutely I do. He deserves to be in that T20 World Cup squad by the end of the IPL," Ponting told PTI in an exclusive interview."I think we ...
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IPL-17: GT vs DC | Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals search for consistency

[ad_1] Gujrat Titans will be striving for much needed consistency when they meet Delhi Capitals in an Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on April 17. Unlike the past two editions, the Gujarat Titans have not been able to play like a well-oiled machine though they still have time to fix the flaws. A last ball win over table leaders Rajasthan Royals on April 10 was just the kind of result the Titans needed to infuse fresh live to their campaign. They have only managed only two wins from their first six games but with another eight matches remaining, the Shubman Gill-led team has enough time to turn things around. The absence of Mohammad Shami has hurt them but they must best use the available resources. Umesh Yadav has taken seven wickets but has leaked more than 10 runs per over. Hi...
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Watch: Suryakumar Yadav’s intense practice session ahead of MI-CSK clash | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav will be a key batsman for Mumbai Indians going into their high-octane clash against Chennai Super Kings at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday.IPL ORANGE CAP | IPL PURPLE CAP | IPL POINTS TABLESuryakumar missed MI's first three matches because of his recovery from injury. Though he registered a duck in his comeback game against Delhi Capitals, Suryakumar smashed a 17-ball fifty in the next match against RCB.SKY's return to form is indeed a good news for MI and ahead of their match against CSK, they shared a video on X that the world's top-ranked batter hitting the ball around the park in a practice session.Suryakumar, known for his aggressive batting style and consistency, has had some memorable performances against CSK in the IPL. Suryakumar has p...
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Mitchell Marsh returns to Australia to treat hamstring tear | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals have been dealt a significant blow with the news of Mitchell Marsh's return home to undergo treatment for a tear in his right hamstring. Marsh, who is set to be named Australia's captain for the T20 World Cup in June, was recalled after consultations with the Delhi team management, according to ESPNCricinfo.While a final decision on his availability for the remainder of the IPL season is pending, Marsh's absence leaves a void in the Delhi Capitals' squad, particularly in the all-rounder department.IPL: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPMarsh last played against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 3 and missed their previous two outings against Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants.Marsh's top-score this season has only been 23 versus Rajasthan Royals, wh...
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Watch: Romario Shepherd’s impromptu victory speech in Mumbai Indians dressing room | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians are a happy bunch. Having won two straight games, the smiles are back on the players' faces and all seem to be enjoying their teammates' success.IPL ORANGE CAP | IPL PURPLE CAP | IPL POINTS TABLEOn Saturday, Mumbai Indians' official X handle shared a video of its cricketers celebrating victory after the match against RCB.Titled, 'Heading into the weekend with Romario's words of encouragement', the video has an impromptu victory speech by Romario Shepherd."Today we came here for a win and you know we did it. Well bowled to Booms (Jasprit Bumrah). Also with the bat couldn't have asked for a better start from Kishan (Ishan) and Ro (Rohit Sharma). We never take the foot off the gas, we keep going and you know to the end we played aggre...
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Watch: Rishabh Pant’s bold reverse-scoop and Sourav Ganguly’s priceless reaction during LSG vs DC match | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] Rishabh Pant's quickfire knock played a key role in Delhi Capitals' victory of Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Friday, but it was his reverse scoop off Marcus Stoinis that grabbed fans' attention the most . IPL 2024 POINTS TABLEThe Delhi captain smashed 41 runs off 24 balls and his team easily overhauled Lucknow's 167 for 7 for a six-wicket win with 11 balls to spare. While Pant's audacious stroke against Stoinis was one of the highlights of the match, Sourav Ganguly's reaction after looking at the shot on the big screen was priceless as well. Ganguly is director of cricket for the Delhi Capitals' franchise. ALSO READ: How to watch IPL in USAIn the 12th over of Delhi's run-chase, bowled by Stoinis, Pant reversed his bat at the very last moment to...
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‘I wasn’t fit’: Comeback man Kuldeep Yadav credits this person for getting him match ready | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia's Jake Fraser-McGurk made a memorable IPL debut with an aggressive half-century, while spinner Kuldeep Yadav shone with the ball as Delhi Capitals secured a confidence-boosting six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday.Kuldeep, returning to the side after missing three matches due to a groin injury, claimed three wickets while conceding just 20 runs, keeping the opposition batsmen at bay without conceding any boundaries in his four-over spell. The returning Kuldeep was named Man of the Match for his outstanding bowling performance.IPL: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPFollowing the win, Kuldeep acknowledged the team's physiotherapist Patrick Farhart for his role in maintaining his fitness."Was tough whe...
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‘Told boys we need to think like…’, says relieved DC skipper Rishabh Pant | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Jake Fraser-McGurk made a stunning debut for Delhi Capitals (DC), smashing a half-century to help his team secure a commanding six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL encounter in Lucknow on Friday.Fraser-McGurk, who celebrated his 22nd birthday just the day before, showcased his talent by forming a crucial 77-run partnership for the third wicket with captain Rishabh Pant, who contributed with a solid 41 runs.Their partnership played a pivotal role in DC successfully chasing down LSG's total of 167 runs with 11 balls to spare.With this victory, DC climbed to ninth place in the 10-team IPL standings, marking only their second win in six outings and reigniting their hopes in the fiercely competitive T20 tournament.IPL: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | P...
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Ayush Badoni-Arshad Khan script history, stitch record-breaking partnership against Delhi Capitals | Cricket News – Times of India

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