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UFC fighters motivating KKR’s Andre Russell to be… | Cricket News – Times of India

BENGALURU: As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) got down to practice on Thursday, the focus was understandably on one man — Andre Russell. The towering Jamaican, who smashed a 25-ball 64 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their season opener, looked as threatening as he did at the Eden Gardens. As the 35-year-old sent the ball high into the stands, one couldn’t help but revisit his record at the venue.Chasing 206 for victory at the M Chinnaswamy stadium here in 2019, Russell’s unbeaten 13-ball 48 ensured KKR cruised home with five balls to spare.Russell, a sought-after T20 exponent who went through a rough phase last year, returned leaner, fitter and lethal as ever. On rediscovering his mojo, the West Indian said on Thursday, “I think it’s all about the mindset. I had some good seasons where I sm...
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Riyan Parag comes of age as Rajasthan Royals prevail over Delhi Capitals in a thriller | Cricket News – Times of India

JAIPUR: Overcoming a wobbly start, Rajasthan Royals notched up a thrilling 12-run win over Delhi Capitals to record their second successive win in this IPL season at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Thursday.Both their wins have plenty of similarities. In both the matches they batted first and piled up a challenging totals and then defended well with their never-say-die attitude.While RR managed to carve out a 20-run win over Lucknow Super Giants after amassing 193/4 in 20 overs, against DC they scored 185/5 and then restricted the opponents to 173 for 5. Tristan Stubbs waged a late battle with an unbeaten 44 off 23 balls. DC got off to a flying start with openers David Warner and Mitchell Marsh dealing in boundaries early in the innings. After cracking 23 off 12 balls, Marsh was cast...
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MS Dhoni fever grips Steve Smith, says he is still… | Cricket News – Times of India

The TOI Sports Desk excels in a myriad of roles that capture the essence of live sporting events and deliver compelling content to readers worldwide. From running live blogs for India and non-India cricket matches to global spectacles featuring Indian talents, like the Chess World Cup final featuring Praggnanandhaa and the Badminton World Championships semifinal featuring HS Prannoy, our live coverage extends to all mega sporting events. We extensively cover events like the Olympics, Asian Games, Cricket World Cups, FIFA World Cups, and more. The desk is also adept at writing comprehensive match reports and insightful post-match commentary, complemented by stats-based articles that provide an in-depth analysis of player performances and team dynamics. We track news wires for key stories...
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IPL 2024: At long last, SRH’s Abhishek Sharma justifies the faith | Cricket News – Times of India

HYDERABAD: Of all the performances on Wednesday night, Sunrisers Hyderabad would be most pleased with the way Abhishek Sharma shaped up against Mumbai Indians. The 23-year-old left-hander smashed the fastest fifty for SRH and the 16- ball effort fetched him the player of the match award. Abhishek is one of the few domestic talents Abdul Samad, Rahul Tripathi and Mayank Markande are the others that SRH have persisted with despite inadequate returns since he joined them in 2019. Priyam Garg too was persisted with before he was discarded. This time, the move seems to have paid off. With a good domestic season behind him, Abhishek looked a much better player. He was the second highest scorer for Punjab 485 runs with a strike rate of 192 in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 with two tons and t...
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RR vs DC Highlights: Riyan Parag’s masterclass propels Rajasthan Royals to victory over Delhi Capitals in IPL thriller | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals emerged triumphant against Delhi Capitals in a thrilling Indian Premier League clash at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Thursday. The hero of the day was none other than young sensation Riyan Parag, whose scintillating unbeaten 84 off just 45 balls orchestrated Rajasthan's commanding victory. The clash, held at a packed stadium, kept fans on the edge of their seats as Parag's remarkable innings propelled the Royals to a formidable total of 185/5 despite a rocky start.SCORECARD: Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi CapitalsThe match commenced with Rajasthan facing early setbacks, stumbling to 36/3 in the eighth over, courtesy of disciplined bowling from Delhi Capitals. However, the 22-year-old Parag emerged as the savior for his team, displaying maturity and composur...
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‘Focus is always on the execution and back my yorkers’: Rajasthan Royals pacer Avesh Khan after his match-winning final over | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Young Rajasthan Royals pacer Avesh Khan held his nerves to deliver an outstanding final over, handing Delhi Capitals their second successive defeat of the IPL 2024 season in Jaipur on Thursday.Needing 17 off the last over, Delhi could all manage 4 runs courtesy fine yorker length deliveries by Avesh as Rajasthan registered 12-run win, their second of the season.Explaining his approach, Avesh, who returned figures of 1/29, clearly stated that his plan was clear to back his strengths and focus was on the execution."My plan was clear, one side was longer and I wanted to bowl wide yorkers. I gave myself 5 seconds every ball to think and then execute the plan. If the batters play a good shot, it's good for him, but I always back my yorkers," Avesh said at the post-match presentati...
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Watch: Riyan Parag rips apart Anrich Nortje, smashes 25 runs in the 20th over | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Young Rajasthan Royals batter Riyan Parag made the mockery of Delhi Capitals pacer Anrich Nortje, smashing him for 25 runs in the final over of the innings during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match in Jaipur.Parag, who made 43 in the Royals' previous match, stole 25 runs off veteran South African seamer Nortje with scores of 4, 4, 6, 4, 6, 1 to hit his highest T20 score of 84.A total of seven fours and six massive sixes adorned his unbeaten knock.Maintaining his aggressive stance, Parag initiated the over with back-to-back boundaries, displaying his intent from the outset. With his confidence soaring, he then unleashed a powerful six, keeping the pressure on the bowler.Undeterred, Parag continued his assault by hammering yet another boundary and then dispatching the next de...
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‘He is a changed guy’: Suryakumar Yadav hails ‘Riyan Parag 2.0’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals' fightback from the front with a breathtaking knock of unbeaten 84 off 45 balls that powered his side to 185/5 against Delhi Capitals after being reduced to 90/4 in 13.3 overs.The highlight of Parag's innings was 25 runs he hammered in the last over of the innings bowled by Anrich Nortje. Parag began the over with consecutive fours before smashing a six.Sustaining his aggressive approach, he followed up with another four and another six on the subsequent deliveries, further adding to Nortje's woes.Hailing Parag's heroic knock, Mumbai Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav highlighted that his prediction came true when he saw him at NCA a few weeks ago."Met a guy at NCA few weeks ago. He came with a slight niggle. Completely focused on his recovery and...
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Watch: Rishabh Pant receives special jersey ahead of 100th IPL game for Delhi Capitals | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Rishabh Pant, celebrating his 100th appearance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, was honoured with a special jersey amidst applause from the entire team.This is the first time a DC player completed 100 matches for the franchise. Pant's milestone match coincided with DC's fixture against the Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.IPL took to X and shared a video of the DC camp celebrating Pant's 100th IPL game and captioned it, "A round of applause and a special jersey for Captain @RishabhPant17 who is all set to play his 100th IPL match."In his 100th IPL appearance, Pant won the toss and opted to field first against the Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals in their second game of the season.The Rajasthan-based franchise secure...
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‘I wonder if IPL is even cricket’: Ravichandran Ashwin makes a big statement on the world’s top league | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Star India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his views on the immense growth of the IPL, stating that the tournament has become so "huge" that cricket sometimes takes a backseat.Ashwin highlighted the challenges faced by players in managing their time between training sessions and advertisement shoots during the two-month-long competition.He reflected on the remarkable evolution of the IPL since its inception in 2008 and emphasised the demanding nature of the player's lifestyle on the road during the tournament."As a youngster coming into the IPL, I was only looking to learn from the big stars, I did not think about how the IPL would look 10 years down the line. I can say that, having been in the IPL for so many seasons, the IPL is huge," he said on the Club Prairie F...
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‘After Sakshi bhabhi, I am the only guy…’: Ravindra Jadeja teases MS Dhoni | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni is known for his calm demeanour on the field, rarely allowing his emotions to overpower him. But last year's IPL final saw the other side of the 'Captain Cool' when his emotions ran high after Ravindra Jadeja guided CSK to their fifth IPL title.In the crucial 15th and final over of the rain-marred match, CSK found themselves in a precarious situation, requiring 10 runs off the last two balls.It was then that the seasoned Jadeja turned the tide in his team's favour, smashing medium-pacer Mohit Sharma for a six and a four.What followed next left an indelible mark in the hearts of fans as Dhoni was seen embracing and lifting Jadeja for his stellar performance.Recalling the incident during the promotional event on Thursday, Jadeja tickled his funny bone saying probably h...
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Andre Russell reacts after ex-player terms KKR head coach Chandrakant Pandit ‘militant’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Andre Russell, the seasoned all-rounder, lent his support to Kolkata Knight Riders' head coach Chandrakant Pandit amidst criticism of his coaching approach.Former KKR all-rounder David Wiese had labelled Pandit's coaching style as "militant," suggesting that it led to frustration among several foreign players in the team during the previous IPL season.Contrary to Wiese's remarks, Jamaican stalwart Russell, a key figure in KKR's squad, offered a different perspective.“We've been working with him from last year. I think when you're working with a coach for the first time, you have to make sure that you adjust to their philosophy. There have to be rules. We are professionals. So, we don't complain,” said Russell during the pre-match press meet in Bengaluru.“I try to do the best ...
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Captain Hardik Pandya: In search of a sounding board after two back-to-back losses in IPL 2024 | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: It's just two games into the tournament but Hardik Pandya already seems to have loads to worry about in his second stint with Mumbai Indians, the leadership part not quite falling in place thus far.The exuberant all-rounder, arguably one of the biggest match-winners in the current national set-up, has been, to put it mildly, struggling in the IPL despite being back in the team that shaped him, the one he considers his home.It's been anything but homely ever since Pandya was named captain, replacing the much-loved Rohit Sharma.The results have only made matters worse. Two matches, two losses, some baffling tactics, his own form not being the brightest spot and Pandya has his back against the wall within the first week of the tournament.There is no imminent threat to the 30-yea...
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‘Well, there’s a new captain…’: MS Dhoni’s hilarious intervention on question posing for Rachin Ravindra | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rachin Ravindra made an immediate impact with his bat in the IPL 2024 playing back-to-back good knocks for Chennai Super Kings including a whirlwind 46 off just 20 balls against Gujarat Titans.In the field, the Kiwi batter took three catches before having a forgettable moment when he dropped Sai Sudharsan's catch in the 15th over during Gujarat's run chase.Also See: DC vs RR LiveDuring a promotional event, when Rachin was asked about his drop, did he look at MS Dhoni and what was he telling? Dhoni intervened and came up with a hilarious reply saying "Well, there's a new captain!"Dhoni said that he refrains from reacting to such incidents, especially when the player is young and inexperienced.Additionally, he drew parallels between the new skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and himself, ...
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IPL 17’s opening day registers record-breaking viewership: Broadcaster | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The 17th edition of the Indian Premier League kicked off with record-breaking viewership figures, as confirmed by the tournament's official broadcaster. A staggering 16.8 crore viewers tuned in to witness the exhilarating clash between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22.Disney Star revealed that the opening day of the tournament also saw an unprecedented watch-time of 1276 crore minutes, marking the highest-ever for the inaugural day of any IPL season.This metric reflects the cumulative time spent by viewers immersed in the game.Also Read: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Live scoreFurthermore, the inaugural day of the 17th IPL season witnessed a historic peak TV concurrency, with 6.1 crore viewers tuning in simultaneously to the broadcast on th...
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‘Jasprit Bumrah should have bowled…’: Brett Lee slams Mumbai Indians’ tactics against SRH | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee expressed dissatisfaction with Mumbai Indians' tactics during their defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Wednesday, particularly regarding the utilisation of speedster Jasprit Bumrah.Despite the effectiveness of Bumrah, MI's captain Hardik Pandya opted to use him for just one over in the powerplay. This decision came as other bowlers, such as young debutant Kwena Maphaka, struggled to contain runs in the initial six overs of the match.“I think Mumbai Indians got their bowling wrong... Jasprit Bumrah should have bowled the first over. In the last two games when Jasprit Bumrah has come onto bowl, they've been none for 42 and today, they were none for 42 again when he came onto bowl. The game is already set up," said a frustrated Lee on ...
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Virender Sehwag terms MS Dhoni ‘buzurg’ despite stunning catch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni's age-defying catch sent the cricketing world and his fans into a frenzy with the former Chennai Super Kings skipper showing that he still possesses lightning-quick reflexes and an unparalleled sense of anticipation on the field.During CSK's clash with the Gujarat Titans, Daryl Mitchell delivered a full delivery around the off-stump to Vijay Shankar. Shankar attempted a straight drive but only managed to edge the ball.Also Read: IPL live scoreA vintage Dhoni dived to his right and pulled off a spectacular catch, sending Shankar back to the pavilion.Witnessing the veteran's remarkable effort behind the stumps, the Chepauk crowd erupted in joy.The match also saw Ajinkya Rahane pull off a blinder by diving forward to dismiss David Miller.Talking about the CSK's great fi...
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Watch: Sachin Tendulkar and Hardik Pandya’s pep talk in Mumbai Indians’ dressing room after defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Following a record-breaking affair between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Wednesday, the losing side witnessed a powerful pep talk, with Sachin Tendulkar and Hardik Pandya holding onto the centre stage in the MI dressing room.Despite MI suffering a 31-run defeat at the hands of SRH in a record-breaking encounter where a staggering total of 523 runs were scored, Tendulkar and Pandya's words echoed resilience and determination.Tendulkar, in his pep talk, highlighted MI's commendable batting performance and emphasized the importance of sticking together as a team during tougher moments."In the second half, despite conceding 277, nobody knew who was the clear winner 10 overs down the line. The game was very much open. The t...
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Suryakumar Yadav might take few more days to get match fit: BCCI source | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Suryakumar Yadav, the top T20 batter in the world, will miss a few more IPL games while he heals from a sports hernia operation. The National Cricket Academy (NCA) will be monitoring his progress.The Mumbai Indians, in which Surya plays, have lost their first two games in the league and he has not appeared in any of their games.Also See: DC vs RR Live Score"Surya is making very good progress and very soon he will be back playing for MI.However, he might have to sit out for a few more games, having missed the first two," a BCCI source said.Even though MI is without Surya, the BCCI doesn't want to take any chances regarding the big hitter's health because he will likely be a key player in the forthcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA in June."For BCCI, the main c...
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IPL 2024: Why Steve Smith was left ‘perplexed’ by Hardik Pandya’s tactics against Sunrisers Hyderabad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Steve Smith expressed his confusion at Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya's strategies in the team's IPL record-breaking defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. He also claimed to be puzzled as to why top pacer Jasprit Bumrah bowled just six deliveries until the match's thirteenth over.On Wednesday night in Hyderabad, Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated the similarly aggressive Mumbai Indians by 31 runs after posting the highest-ever IPL total of 277/3 in a breathtaking exhibition of power-hitting.After SRH skipper Pat Cummins (2/35), Bumrah was the second-most economical bowler in the game, giving up 36 runs in his four overs without taking a wicket."I was perplexed with some of their bowling changes in the first innings for Mumbai. Bumrah bowled in the fourth ove...