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‘You are not a newbie’: Gautam Gambhir asks Sanju Samson to ‘show the world what you are capable of’ | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sanju Samson's impressive performance in the IPL, both as a batsman and as the captain of the Rajasthan Royals, has earned him a spot in India's T20 World Cup squad. He managed to secure the position of the second wicketkeeper-batter, behind Rishabh Pant, surpassing strong contenders such as KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan.Former India opener Gautam Gambhir believes that this is the perfect moment for Samson to make a significant impact on the international stage.He hopes to see the 29-year-old not just participate but also secure victories for India.According to Gambhir, Samson has accumulated enough experience and should now leverage his full potential to deliver memorable performances."Now that you've gotten picked in the World Cup team, you have that opportunity-the kind that y...
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‘Instinctive captain’ Rishabh Pant will get better with time: Sourav Ganguly | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Sourav Ganguly, the director of cricket for the Delhi Capitals, believes that Rishabh Pant is an instinctive captain whose leadership qualities would develop with time and experience.Following a horrifying vehicle accident in December 2022, the stunning wicket-keeper batsman made a long and arduous recovery before making a comeback to competitive cricket.IPL ORANGE CAP | IPL PURPLE CAP | IPL POINTS TABLEThe 26-year-old went back to leading the Delhi Capitals."Pant is a young captain, he'll learn with time. The way he returned from injury to play a full season; we had our doubts during the off season," Ganguly told JioCinema."Indian players are crucial, especially since the TATA IPL shifted to 10 teams. I am very happy for him that he returned to play so well over a full seaso...
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Gambhir backs Rishabh Pant as India’s first-choice wicketkeeper at World Cup

Lucknow Super Giants’ Marcus Stoinis gets stump out by Delhi Capitals’ captain Rishabh Pant in the IPL 2024 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on May 14, 2024. | Photo Credit: ANI Rishabh Pant's middle-order experience can help him edge out Sanju Samson and become India's preferred wicketkeeper-batsman at the Twenty20 World Cup in the West Indies and United States next month, former India batsman Gautam Gambhir said.Pant was named in India's 15-member squad for the June 1-29 tournament on the back of impressive performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) after his comeback following a near-fatal car accident in December 2022.However, India's selectors kept their options open with Samson also making the squad."I think only one of them will be in the starting side and whoever it is...
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We’d have a better chance of qualifying if I had played against RCB, says Rishabh Pant | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rishabh Pant, the skipper of Delhi Capitals, expressed his belief that his one-match suspension likely cost the team a spot in the IPL playoffs. Pant stated that had he been on the field, DC would have had a better chance of winning the crucial game.Pant was sidelined for the must-win clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Sunday due to a one-match suspension imposed on him for a third slow-over rate offense.The absence of Pant proved detrimental as DC not only lost the game but also suffered a 47-run defeat, impacting their net run rate.Now, DC must patiently await the outcomes of other teams' matches to determine if they have qualified for the playoffs or not, highlighting the significance of Pant's absence in such a crucial encounter."I wouldn't say we would ha...
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Chasing has been a problem for us throughout the season: KL Rahul | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Solid half-centuries from Abishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs was followed by a clinical all-round bowling effort as Delhi Capitals kept their slim IPL play-off hopes alive with a 19-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in their final league fixture on Tuesday.Porel (58) and Shai Hope (38) shared 92 runs off 49 balls to give the hosts an aggressive start. Tristan Stubbs (25-ball 57*) then hammered three fours and four maximums in his blitzkrieg and added 47 and 50 runs with Rishabh Pant (33) and Axar Patel (14*) to power DC to 208 for 4.LSG then had a disastrous start in chase, losing four wickets inside powerplay as DC bowlers joined the party to eventually restrict the visitors to 189 for 9.A belligerent 27-ball 61 from Nicholas Pooran and a 33-ball 58 not out by Arshad Khan went...
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IPL: Lucknow Super Giants play-off hopes fade as Delhi Capitals young heroes keep them breathing | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals’ next generation of batters are here. With Jake Fraser-McGurk and Tristan Stubbs bringing intimidating hitting through the second half of the IPL, Abhishek Porel on Tuesday showed he has brought in consistency to his elegant strokeplay. Against a rather thoughtful Lucknow Super Giants bowling attack on a tiring Kotla track, Porel made up for McGurk’s rare failure with a sublime 33-ball 58 to lay the foundation for the hulk-like Stubbs to close the innings with an unbeaten 25-ball 57 as Capitals posted 208/4.The maturity of the two batters in their early 20s trumped the experienced LSG top order as Capitals finished the league stage with a 19-run win and 14 points.While defending the total, the experience of Ishant Sharma (3/34) and Kuldeep Yadav (1/33) knocked ...
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Watch: KL Rahul takes a fine diving catch on second attempt to send Shai Hope back | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper KL Rahul exhibited a remarkable display of fielding prowess by taking a splendid diving catch on his second attempt, resulting in the dismissal of Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Shai Hope in the IPL match.Rahul's reflexes and agility were on full display as he lunged to grasp the ball, ensuring that Hope had to depart. Such moments of brilliance can shift the momentum of a game, and Rahul's effort did just that.The crowd and his teammates applauded the catch, recognising the difficulty and the finesse with which it was executed.The incident happened in the 9th over of the innings when LSG leggie Ravi Bishnoi came up with a flatter delivery, which was pitched outside off, and Hope freed his arms as he slapped it hard straight to cover where Rahul...
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‘Bat se marunga, baith jaa’: Virat Kohli-Rishabh Pant engage in a hilarious Banter during RCB-DC clash. Watch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Batting maestro Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant were seen engaging in some lighthearted banter during the IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday.Delhi Capitals skipper Pant, who was serving a one-match suspension, watched the game from the sidelines.The two players exchanged playful remarks, adding an entertaining element to the intense rivalry between the two teams.Despite the competitive nature of the match, Kohli and Pant's friendly interaction showcased the camaraderie that exists among players off the field.Pant was forced to sit out the crucial match as a consequence of a slow over-rate violation. From the confines of the dressing room, Pant observed the proceedings of the game. I...
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IPL: Why Delhi Capitals’ appeal was rejected and Rishabh Pant got a one-match ban | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has been handed a one-match ban and fined Rs 30 lakh for the team's third slow over-rate offence in the IPL 2024, adding a new dimension to their campaign as they gear up for a crucial clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday.The decision stemmed from the team's slow over-rate during their recent encounter against Rajasthan Royals, a match marked by contentious moments, notably involving RR skipper Sanju Samson's dismissal, which sparked debates within the cricket fraternity.Following the imposition of the ban, Delhi Capitals swiftly lodged an appeal before the BCCI Ombudsman, with Pant, along with Sourav Ganguly and Ricky Ponting, representing the franchise. The appeal process shed light on the arguments put forth by Ganguly and...
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals lose Rishabh Pant for crucial game against RCB | Cricket News – Times of India

Skipper suspended for slow over-rate; Axar to lead vs RCBBENGALURU: Just when Delhi Capitals had given themselves a chance in the race to the playoffs, comes a body blow in the shape of a one-match ban for skipper Rishabh Pant. Placed fifth on the table, the 20-run win against Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday came at a hefty price for Capitals. While the financial implication for a slow over-rate is hardly a rap on the knuckles, missing Pant in Sunday's crucial match against RCB could cause damage to the Capitals' prospects.IPL ORANGE CAP | IPL PURPLE CAP | IPL POINTS TABLE"I think not having our leading run scorer is a loss, but it's also a great challenge for everybody else," said DC's head coach Ricky Ponting.The wicketkeeper-batter, who is on a comeback trail following a long lay-off, is...
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Amid Rishabh Pant’s ban, this star all-rounder to lead Delhi Capitals vs RCB | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals faced a major setback on Saturday as their skipper and keeper-batter Rishabh Pant will miss the upcoming clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2024 due to a one-match suspension for their third slow over-rate in the tournament.According to an announcement by the IPL, DC were penalized for their slow-over rate during their 21-run victory over Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on May 7.In Pant's absence, the reins will be taken up by star all-rounder Axar Patel when they face Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday.Addressing the pre-match press conference on Saturday, the Delhi Capitals' Head Coach Ricky Ponting said, "He (Axar) has been Vice-Captain at this franchise for the last couple of seasons. A very experie...
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IPL-17: RCB vs DC: Delhi Capitals, in Pant’s absence, has its task cut out for it against a rejuvenated Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Royal Challengers Bengaluru players are seen during an Indian Premier league 2024 match. Royal Challengers Bengaluru rose above their frailties to notch four wins on the trot to stay alive in the race to play-offs | Photo Credit: ANI Rishabh Pant’s absence will loom large when Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru spar in a must-win clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on May 12.The DC skipper has been suspended for one match after his team maintained a slow over-rate against Rajasthan Royals on May 7. It was Pant’s third such penalty, triggering the ban. With five wins out of the last seven games, fifth-placed DC, riding on the batting might of Pant, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel et al., was looking good for the playoffs. But the side will now have to do witho...
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Pant’s absence is a loss, but Axar geared up to lead DC: Ricky Ponting | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting on Saturday announced that Axar Patel will captain the team in place of Rishabh Pant, whose absence he described as a significant "loss".Pant, the regular captain of the Capitals, received a one-match suspension for maintaining a slow over-rate for the third time in this IPL season. Additionally, Pant was fined Rs 30 lakh for a Code of Conduct breach during DC's victory over Rajasthan Royals on May 7 in New Delhi."Axar Patel will be our captain for tomorrow. He's obviously been vice-captain for the last couple of seasons."He is a very experienced IPL and international player, understands the game really well. He's really excited about it and is always involved and in tune with the game," said Ponting in the pre-match press meet.Ponting ...
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IPL: Big blow for Delhi Capitals, skipper Rishabh Pant suspended for one match | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant is set to miss the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru as he has been penalized with a fine of Rs 30 lakh and a one-match suspension due to his team's slow over-rate during their match against Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing IPL 2024 season. This marks the third instance of Pant being fined for this offence, with the previous two incidents resulting in fines only.However, after the third breach of the IPL Code of Conduct, Pant has been handed a one-match suspension.The official statement released by the IPL stated, "Mr Rishabh Pant, Captain, Delhi Capitals has been fined and suspended for one match for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 56 of the TA...
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Rishabh Pant suspended for match against RCB and fined Rs 30 lakh by IPL

Rishabh Pant, captain of the Delhi Capitals, has been fined and suspended for one match for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct, the league announced in a press release on Saturday. The suspension means Rishabh Pant will miss the IPL match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday. The heavy rap on the knuckles for Rishabh Pant came because his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 56 of the Indian Premier League 2024 against Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on May 07. A statement from IPL stated: “As it was Rishabh Pant’s team’s third offence of the season under the IPL’s Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offences, Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 30 Lakh and suspended for one match. The rest of the members of the Playing XI, including the Impact Playe...
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‘You need to use him as…’: Sourav Ganguly’s suggestion for ‘in-form’ Virat Kohli’s role in T20 World Cup | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has advocated for the inclusion of Virat Kohli as an opener in the upcoming T20 World Cup, emphasizing the star batter's exceptional form in the ongoing Indian Premier League."Virat is playing exceptionally well. The way Kohli batted last night – 90 in quick time, you need to use him as an opener in the T20 World Cup," Ganguly told PTI, underscoring Kohli's stellar performance.Ganguly expressed confidence in India's T20 World Cup squad, commending its balanced composition and expressing optimism about their trophy prospects after a 17-year gap."This is an excellent squad. I think they have picked the best possible squad. Apart from batting depth, bowling looks excellent," Ganguly remarked, highlighting the team's strengths.Reflecti...
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IPL-17: DC vs RR | Delhi Capitals host formidable Rajasthan Royals in a crucial encounter

Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant with his teammates during an IPL 2024 match. | Photo Credit: R.V. Moorthy Delhi Capitals’ (DC) stop-start IPL 2024 campaign enters its final lap as it takes on formidable Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on May 7. DC began the season on the wrong foot, losing four of its first five games. But the Rishabh Pant-led side soon clicked into gear, winning four of its next five matches to put itself in contention for a playoff spot. But a heavy defeat against Kolkata Knights Riders in its last match means DC’s top-four chances hinge on other results going its way. For the Royals, the plot has been far more buoyant. Sanju Samson’s men have been on a roll, winning eight of their ten matches. Batting fire-powerRoyals’ success this seas...
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