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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is nearing its end, and the upcoming 61st match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants on Monday in Lucknow is set to be a decisive encounter. For LSG, this match is a do-or-die scenario. Currently positioned at the lower end of the points table, LSG find themselves in a precarious situation. A loss in this match would effectively eliminate them from playoff contention, making it…
Gujarat Titans demonstrated an aggressive intent with a ruthless 10-wicket demolition of Delhi Capital s, chasing down a challenging 200-run target with unwavering precision and without losing a single wicket. The dynamic opening duo of Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan starred in the commanding win, blasting unbeaten knocks of 93 and 108, respectively, to lead GT to victory. With the win, Gujarat Titans also became the first…
Gujarat Titans’ assistant coach Parthiv Patel has expressed immense pride in Shubman Gill’s efforts in the ongoing IPL 2025. Patel highlighted Gill’s unwavering determination and steadfast leadership. So far, Gill has been in fantastic form, hitting 508 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 152.55, including five half-centuries. Meanwhile, Gill’s exceptional leadership and batting have provided a silver lining for…
Star-studded Royal Challengers Bengaluru have emerged as formidable contenders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, securing eight victories in their first eleven matches. This impressive start has positioned them well for a playoff berth, and many believe they are on the cusp of clinching their maiden IPL title. Notably, former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has expressed confidence in the RCB’s potential to break their title drought this year.
In the 60th match of the IPL, Delhi Capitals are set to face Gujarat Titans in a must-win encounter on Sunday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Delhi Capitals, who had a promising start with four wins in five games, have suffered a series of setbacks, securing only one victory in their last four outings. Their recent form has placed them in a difficult position, with the team currently sitting fifth on the points table. Now, with their playoff…
The 59th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to be a compelling encounter between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings on Sunday at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. While Rajasthan are playing for pride and to build for the next season, Punjab Kings are aiming to solidify their position in the playoffs. Royals have faced a challenging season, winning only three of their twelve matches. Currently languishing at the…
The resumption of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on May 17 is facing a significant hurdle as heavy rain is forecast for Bengaluru on Saturday. The match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders is scheduled to take place at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, but adverse weather conditions could ruin the game's outcome and KKR’s tournament prospects. The Indian Meteorological Department…
Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has weighed in on India’s Test captaincy dilemma following Rohit Sharma’s retirement from the longest format a fortnight ago. Rohit Sharma left behind a significant leadership void. While Jasprit Bumrah’s name has been suggested as a potential successor, Shastri believes the role should be entrusted to a younger player rather than burdening the seasoned pacer. Bumrah, who served as India’s…
Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has opined that there is no need to panic in the wake of veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket, as India got back up and moved forward following the retirement of Fab Four - Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman, and Sourav Ganguly. Rohit and Kohli announced their retirement from Test cricket in the span of a week, almost a month ahead of…
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has decided against flying back to India to rejoin Delhi Capitals for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The high-profile tournament, which was paused for a week due to India-Pakistan tensions, is set to resume on May 17. According to Australian Associated Press, Starc, who featured for Delhi Capitals in their match against Punjab Kings on May 8, which was abandoned due to rising conflict, has told the franchise…
The 58th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to witness the face-off between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Saturday at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The match will be crucial for both teams as the tournament resumes after a one-week suspension, caused by the rising tensions between the neighbouring countries India and Pakistan. RCB enter this match in an excellent position, sitting…
Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has revealed that he had a chat with Virat Kohli ahead of Kohli's retirement from the longest format. The evergreen Kohli called time on his Test career on May 12, bringing an end to one of the most extraordinary careers in Test cricket. After speaking to Kohli, Shastri realised that the time was right for Kohli to bid adieu to Test cricket. "I did speak to him about it, I think a week before that…
