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Rajasthan Royals Team IPL 2024 Players List: Rajasthan Royals complete players list, squad

IPL 2024 RR Team Players List: The inaugural IPL champions haven’t really replicated those highs since the 2008 edition but came close enough in the 2022 final where they ultimately lost to Gujarat Titans. Earlier this year, they could not replicate that run, finishing just outside the play-off spot. Having released 9 players and with just under Rs 15 crore in their kitty, the Royals will probably go for cheaper domestic options from the pool. The Royals had also traded in Avesh Khan for Devdutt Padikkal from the Lucknow Super Giants and looking at his form in the 1st ODI against South Africa where he took 4 wickets, they will have no complaints about it. Avesh is a pretty experienced bowler in regards to the IPL as well, having taken 55 wickets in 47 league matches. Even though they ha...
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‘Feeling much better…’: Rishabh Pant aims for full recovery, hopes for a comeback in IPL 2024 | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant, who miraculously escaped a horrifying car accident last year, is on the road to recovery and optimistic about making a comeback to competitive cricket during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.In a video posted by the Delhi Capitals on their Instagram page, Pant expressed gratitude for the overwhelming love and support he received from fans, which played a significant role in his quicker-than-expected recovery.IPL Auction 2024 Live Updates"I think (I am feeling) much better than I was doing few months ago. So like, (I am) still on recovery towards 100 per cent (fitness). But hopefully in a few months time, I'll be able to do it," Pant shared optimistically.The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman, who missed the entire 2023 season...
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IPL Auction 2024: Lucknow Super Giants complete players list, squad

IPL LSG Team 2023 Players List: With back-to-back playoffs finish in their first two Indian Premier League seasons, the Lucknow Super Giants would want to take another step in the points table in 2024. Ahead of the 2024 IPL auction, LSG released eight players and have a purse limit of Rs 13.15 crore left to fill the six vacant spots left. Among those retained – 17 – are skipper KL Rahul, Ravi Bishnoi, Krunal Pandya, Amit Mishra, Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran and Mark Wood, Marcus Stoinis and Naveen ul Haq. Last season, the franchise had finished fourth after losing the Eliminator to Mumbai Indians. This, after skipper KL Rahul was ruled out owing to an injury midway through the season. In his absence, Krunal Pandya had led the team to the playoffs. Among the players released were Kar...
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IPL Auction: Which team may bid for whom – a complete wishlist | Cricket News – Times of India

Officials from the ten IPL teams are set to take their place in the auction hall in Dubai for the IPL 2024 players' auction, and they have their respective wishlists ready according to the requirements of the team in sync with the purse left to spend. Here's a lowdown from TOI on all that, with a wishlist prediction for the ten franchises going into a bidding war.:ALSO SEE: IPL Auction 2024 Live UpdatesGUJARAT TITANSPurse left: Rs 38.1 crSlots left: 8Overseas slots left: 2GT have just lost captain Hardik Pandya, necessitating a big change in strategy since he is virtually irreplaceable in terms of skill sets. Could eye an overseas seamer who is handy with the bat. GT may also need an Indian wicketkeeper to replace the ageing Wriddhiman Saha.COULD BID FOR: Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood,...
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Big Ticket IPL 2024 auction to get underway in Dubai

Mallika Sagar, who recently hosted the Women’s Premier League (WPL) auction will be the auctioneer instead of Hugh Edmeades. Sagar also became the first woman auctioneer in the last 16 years of IPL history.  The cricketing world is buzzing ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction, which will take place in Dubai on December 19, as the 10 IPL franchises will battle it out to grab top-tier players.Ahead of the IPL 2024 auction, a total of 332 players have been registered for the big event. At first, an enormous of 1166 players submitted their names for the auction but the franchises decided to go with 332 cricketers and let go 834 players.Out of 332 players, 214 are Indians and the rest of the cricketers are foreigners. Meanwhile, 116 have already taken part in the extravagan...
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Eoin Morgan optimistic about KKR’s revival with Gambhir and Iyer | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Eoin Morgan is optimistic about the team's prospects in the upcoming IPL 2024, attributing the potential resurgence to the combined leadership of mentor Gautam Gambhir and captain Shreyas Iyer.Morgan, an IPL expert with JIO Cinema, shared his views during an interaction, expressing confidence in the impact of bringing back Gambhir, a two-time title-winning captain, as a mentor.He believes that Gambhir's winning mentality, coupled with Iyer's leadership, will play a crucial role in steering KKR to success."Gambhir along with Shreyas will be mentoring KKR in every facet, and given the record that he's had in the Knight Rider shirt, I think it will make a positive impact," Morgan stated.IPL Auction 2024 Live UpdatesDiscussing the IPL 20...
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IPL 2024 Rules: ‘A very small change with a huge impact’: IPL 2024 to allow two bouncers an over | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian Premier League has introduced a significant change that allows bowlers to deliver two bouncers per over in an effort to create a fairer balance between batsmen and bowlers. The new rule will come into play in the upcoming edition in 2024.This alteration, which was successfully tested during the 2023-24 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, India's domestic T20 tournament, aims to give bowlers a greater range of options and add an element of surprise for batsmen.Also See: IPL Auction 2024 Live Updates'Small change with a huge impact'One player who has welcomed this new rule is Jaydev Unadkat, a veteran from Saurashtra who has set his base price at INR 50 lakh for the upcoming IPL 2024 auction. Unadkat believes that this change could be a game-changer for bowlers, providing them with...
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Shadab Khan unlikely for New Zealand T20Is due to ankle injury | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Senior all-rounder Shadab Khan is unlikely to be part of the upcoming T20I series in New Zealand in January due to an ongoing ankle injury. Despite his exclusion from the playing XI, sources from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirm that Shadab will travel with the squad to continue his rehabilitation.PCB sources revealed that discussions were held regarding resting former captain Babar Azam and Muhammad Rizwan for the five-match series, but the national selection committee has decided against it."Chief selector Wahab Riaz and his colleagues have held discussions online with the team director Muhammad Hafeez and new captain Shaheen Shah Afridi in the last two days," said a PCB source.Test captain Shan Masood is expected to join the T20 squad scheduled to play in New Zeala...
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The Hindu Morning Digest, December 19, 2023

Pope Francis waves to the crowd as he appears at the balcony to deliver his Christmas Urbi et Orbi blessing in St. Peter’s Square at The Vatican. | Photo Credit: AFP INDIA partners speak in one voice against the BJP, call fresh suspensions as an ‘attack on democracy’The mass suspension of Opposition members from both Houses of Parliament prompted the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) partners to speak in one voice against the BJP. Congress president and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Narendra Modi government of attacking democracy and Parliament.Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples if the rituals don’t resemble marriagePope Francis has formally approved allowing priests to bless same-sex couples, w...
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Aaj Ka Panchang, December 19 2023: Know Today’s Shubh and Ashubh Muhurat – Times of India

Daily Hindu Panchang or Aaj ka Panchang contains an important information such as Tithi, Nakshatra, Rahu Kaal and Hindu Month. With the help of these details, you can get know about the shubh muhurat or auspicious timings for special events or doing something new. In this Panchang, the astrologer also advise you to avoid ashubh muhurat or inauspicious timings before making an important decision, planning some events such as wedding, engagement, Mundan and Grah Pravesh.Let's dive into the world of Hindu astrology and explore Aaj Ka Panchang for December 19, 2023. Get ready to unlock the secrets of the stars and find out what they have in store for you today.Daily Panchang: 19th December 2023Tithi: Saptami upto 13:08:45Nakshatra: Poorva Bhadrapada upto 24:02:51Karana: Vanij upto 13:08:45,...
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Horoscope Today, December 19, 2023: Read your daily astrological predictions for Aries, Pisces and Others – Times of India

Read today's horoscope, December 19, 2023. Today we'll be taking a closer look at what the stars have in store for each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictionsfor the day ahead. Whether you're looking for guidance on love, career, or simply a heads up on what to expect, this has got you covered.Let's dive in to see what the cosmos have in store for you today.AriesToday you are blessed by moon. Things may be under control, you will enjoy at work, your focus may be good. which will reflect into your way of working. Your wisdom will help you to go ahead in taking difficult decisions in terms of profession. Your past investments may likely to give profi...
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‘Gazebo’, ‘Gaboora’: Indian players struggle to pronounce Gqeberha, host city of 2nd ODI vs South Africa

The Indian ODI team will be taking on South Africa for the second 50-over match in the three match series on Tuesday and the city which hosts the match has a pretty unorthodox name in Gqeberha, previously named Port Elizabeth. As Team India landed in the city, they were asked to spell or pronounce Gqeberha which stumped a lot of them, including skipper KL Rahul. “What is it called? I do not know how to pronounce it,” Rahul said in a video shared by the BCCI. Other stars like Tilak Varma as well as Yuzvendra Chahal also couldn’t get it right with the former terming it “Gazebo” while the latter said “Gaboora.” Tomorrow India will play the second ODI in 𝐆𝐪𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐚. We ask #TeamIndia members to spell/pronounce the city’s name. Did they get it right?😀😎 #SAvIND pic.twitter.com/roxHxvuLUP — BCC...
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IPL Auction 2024 | Bidding war on the cards for big-ticket acquisitions

It’s that time of the year again when renowned cricketers will be in the limelight. The Indian Premier League (IPL) Player Auction — being held overseas for the first time — will see 332 players attracting a bid for a maximum of 77 slots at the Coca Cola Arena here on Tuesday.The moot question, though, is whether the ₹20 crore mark would be breached for the first time at an IPL auction. With the 2024 Player Auction to be the last before next year’s periodic full squad revamp, the franchises don’t really have to think long-term. Auction Briefing ✅The 🔟 teams are set for tomorrow!Are YOU ready for #IPLAuction ❓ pic.twitter.com/uCDuC30Kzn— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) December 18, 2023Besides, splurging big amounts may also result in a potential marquee player being under the wings and prese...
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Ranji Trophy | Sai Kishore to helm TN; Aparajith a surprise omission

Looking up: TN will hope Sai Kishore can bring home the title. | Photo Credit: File Photo: SS KUMAR Left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore will lead Tamil Nadu in the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy season and Pradosh Ranjan Paul will be his deputy. On Monday, the State senior selection committee picked a 15-member squad for the premier domestic competition that begins on January 5, 2024. Incidentally, Sai Kishore had been earmarked as a future skipper by the previous selection committee, which named him skipper for the final two matches of the last season. However, the 27-year-old led only in one game as he had to miss the final league encounter due to illness. TN hasn’t qualified for the knockouts of the Ranji Trophy since the 2016-17 season and has not won a title since its triumph in the 1987-88 sea...
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Rishabh Pant to attend 2024 IPL Auction

Ever since suffering a serious car crash on the Dehradun-Delhi highway, Pant has had multiple surgeries on his lower body. | Photo Credit: Sportzpics for IPL Rishabh Pant, the wicketkeeper-batter who has been sidelined for almost a year due to a car crash, will be on the Delhi Capitals auction table. Pant has been an integral part of the Delhi Capitals’ pre-auction meetings here over the last two days. A member of the ownership group confirmed to The Hindu on Monday night that Pant will attend the auction on Tuesday.That Pant is so thickly involved is also a major hint that the wicketkeeper-batter is set to mark a return to competitive cricket with the Indian Premier League’s 2024 edition, beginning on March 22.Bigger roleAnother member of the Capitals’ management group sounded confid...
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IPL Auction 2024 | The franchises’ shoppinglist

Up for grabs: The teams will look to find the right balance and lay their hands on the trophy in the 2024 edition. | Photo Credit: File Photo When the think-tanks huddle up for the auction, a look at what each franchise will wish for.Chennai Super Kings: The defending champion’s starting XI, except retired Ambati Rayudu, is already in place. But CSK, with its sizeable purse, may end up playing spoilsport for a couple of other franchises. The franchise will be keen on having strong back-ups in place for injury-prone Matheesha Pathirana and Moeen Ali. Not to mention a quest for a finisher once ‘Thala’ Dhoni hangs up his boots. Is Shahrukh Khan calling?Welcome to Dubai! 🌇We are all set for the #IPLAuction 🔨The 🏆 in all its glory ✨#IPLpic.twitter.com/BZ2JpT0awP— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) ...
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IPL Auction 2024 | The franchises’ wishlist

IPL Trophy. | Photo Credit: File Photo When the think-tanks huddle up for the auction, a look at what each franchise will wish for. Chennai Super Kings: The defending champion’s starting XI, except retired Ambati Rayudu, is already in place. But CSK, with its sizeable purse, may end up playing spoilsport for a couple of other franchises. The franchise will be keen on having strong back-ups in place for injury-prone Matheesha Pathirana and Moeen Ali. Not to mention a quest for a finisher once ‘Thala’ Dhoni hangs up his boots. Is Shahrukh Khan calling?Welcome to Dubai! 🌇We are all set for the #IPLAuction 🔨The 🏆 in all its glory ✨#IPLpic.twitter.com/BZ2JpT0awP— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) December 17, 2023Mumbai Indians: The franchise has been the talk of the town ever since the team balan...
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Eoin Morgan applauds MI’s ‘tough, courageous’ decision to replace Rohit Sharma with Hardik Pandya as captain | Cricket News – Times of India

MUMBAI: The Mumbai Indians’ bold move to replace Rohit Sharma with the recently-traded Hardik Pandya may have lost them a huge amount of followers on social media, but it has received a thumbs-up from England’s 2019 ODI World Cup winning captain Eoin Morgan."Having the opportunity to bring back Pandya in the side is one that any team would jump at. But also, if you look at the franchise itself, they have had a very forward thinking, logic-driven and future-proof driven style of strategy for a long time.A decision like this reinforces that the franchise always comes first. They don’t see any short-term planning in anything that they do. They always try and invest as much as they can in players. You probably see this as being a tough decision that they’ve made hoping that the long-term be...
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5 uncapped players to track at IPL auction: Spinner with 90 wickets in a year, emerging U19 star, big-hitting batter from Kanpur

While Indian Premier League auctions tend to start with a bang, with the big-money signings coming up early in the sets, there is always intrigue around which uncapped Indian player goes well above their base price for a big payday. The auction for IPL 2024 will take place on Tuesday in Dubai, and 200 of the names registered are uncapped Indian players. Here’s a look at five names that could attract interest from the franchises. Shahrukh Khan, 28 Lower-order batsman, off-spinner One of the more surprising names on the released players list, Tamil Nadu allrounder Shahrukh Khan comes into the auction pool with a reputation of being a big hitter in the middle order but yet to truly find his place in the IPL. Having played 33 matches in the IPL for Punjab, Shahrukh had a strike rate of 160+...