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21Jul

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IPL: Are Chennai Super Kings eyeing Rishabh Pant as potential replacement for MS Dhoni? | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: As the Indian Premier League prepares for a mega-auction before the 2025 season, a report suggested that Chennai Super Kings are planning for a future without their iconic captain, MS Dhoni. With Dhoni likely to play his final season next year, CSK have already appointed Ruturaj Gaikwad as his successor in the captaincy role. However, finding an on-field replacement for Dhoni is a significant challenge.Reports indicate that CSK might be considering Rishabh Pant as a potential replacement for Dhoni. Delhi Capitals are reportedly uncertain about retaining Pant as their captain, despite support from their director of cricket, Sourav Ganguly. This uncertainty has led to speculations about Pant's future with the franchise and the possibility of him being traded before the 2025 sea...

19Jul

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‘Sourav Ganguly will do a good job as Delhi Capitals’ head coach’: Mohammad Kaif | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Forner Delhi Capitals assistant coach Mohammad Kaif believes that the team will progress well should Sourav Ganguly become the new head coach. Kaif's primary concern revolves around Delhi Capitals' tendency to rotate their players frequently, which he believes is a significant factor contributing to their inconsistent performances. "Delhi Capitals rotate their players so much.New players come and go, they had Mandeep Singh, Sarfaraz, Mustafizur Rahman, Rilee Rossouw, and Ripal Patel for whom they said they're grooming him. But they are not following their template of making a team of youngsters as they move on from that and bring in senior players. They don't back their players and keep on changing players," Kaif sais, as quoted by IANS.According to Kaif, the franchise's inab...

16Jul

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Delhi Capitals unlikely to appoint Sourav Ganguly as head coach: Reports | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals are not considering Sourav Ganguly for the head coach position following their decision to part ways with Ricky Ponting. Despite Ganguly's interest, DC management is hesitant to assign him dual responsibilities as both the Director of Cricket and head coach, according to a report by News18. Instead, they are looking into candidates like Gautam Gambhir, known for his effective mentorship and coaching.Ganguly, the former BCCI president, currently serves as DC's Director of Cricket. He is responsible for overseeing the franchise's sister teams: the Dubai Capitals in ILT20 and the Pretoria Capitals in the SA T20 league.A source cited in the report mentioned, "Ganguly already has a lot of things on his plate – planning multiple things for the franchise as the Direct...

13Jul

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Delhi Capitals remove Ricky Ponting from head coach’s post, Sourav Ganguly could assume new role | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals announced on their social media platform that they have ended their association with head coach Ricky Ponting after a seven-year stint. Despite the team's efforts, they were unable to secure an IPL trophy during this period.Although the situation is still developing, there is a strong likelihood that Sourav Ganguly, who currently serves as the Team Director of DC, may take on the additional role of head coach in the upcoming season.“As you move on as our head coach, we are finding it incredibly difficult to put it down in words. The four things that you told us about in every huddle -- care, commitment, attitude and effort, they sum up our seven years together,” DC posted on their official 'X' handle.The franchise expressed their heartfelt sentiments in an emot...

13Jul

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Delhi Capitals unlikely to continue with Ricky Ponting as head coach

Delhi Capitals’ head coach Ricky Ponting. File | Photo Credit: Murali Kumar K Delhi Capitals have decided to part ways with head coach Ricky Ponting after seven years since the franchise failed to end its quest for an elusive IPL silverware, sources privy to development have informed.Ponting, a two-time World Cup-winning captain of Australia, came on board in 2019 and while the team reached its maiden final in 2021, the performance in the following years has not matched the team’s promise."The top brass of Delhi Capitals have intimated Ricky that they aren't happy that the team didn't win a championship in seven years and they are trying to look at rejigging the support staff. He won't be continuing next year," a source close to DC management told PTI on conditions of anonymity.It is ...

13Jul

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Delhi Capitals unlikely to continue with Ricky Ponting as head coach | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals have chosen to end their association with head coach Ricky Ponting following a seven-year tenure, as the franchise was unable to secure the coveted IPL trophy, according to sources familiar with the situation.Ponting, who led Australia to two World Cup victories, joined the team in 2019. Although Delhi Capitals reached their first-ever IPL final in 2021, the team's performances in subsequent seasons have not lived up to expectations."The top brass of Delhi Capitals have intimated Ricky that they aren't happy that the team didn't win a championship in seven years and they are trying to look at rejigging the support staff.He won't be continuing next year," a source close to DC management told PTI on conditions of anonymity.Ponting's departure from Delhi Capitals ...

29Jun

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‘I’m going with a wildcard…’: Sanjay Manjrekar names the player to watch out for in T20 World Cup final | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant was selected as the "wildcard" member for the Rohit Sharma-led team in their T20 World Cup final against South Africa by former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar, ahead of Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah.After a potentially fatal accident in December 2022, Pant's return to cricket has been an inspirational path for many.The explosive left-handed hitter came back in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, leading Delhi Capitals.His outstanding performance earned him a call-up to the Indian squad of fifteen players for the major tournament.In India's opening game of the tournament, he displayed class by using a reverse scoop to send the ball over the wicketkeeper's head and clear the rope against Ireland.Manjrekar identified Pant as the man to watch out for against So...

9Jun

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‘It’s very hard to play for over a decade and…’: Australia’s David Warner opens up on final T20 World Cup outing | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australian cricketer David Warner recently opened up about various aspects of his life and career in a wide-ranging conversation on the Delhi Capitals Podcast. The veteran batsman discussed his journey with the Delhi franchise, his deep affection for India, his final World Cup appearance for Australia, and his future plans.ALSO SEE: T20 World Cup Schedule | T20 World Cup Points TableWarner, who became Australia's leading T20I run-scorer during the 2024 World Cup, acknowledged the natural progression of his career, stating, "I feel great.It's time now to keep playing as much IPL and franchise cricket as I can. It's very hard to play for over a decade and keep your spot. I think if we can get some young guys coming through, who have potential, Australian cricket's going to be i...