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Rajasthan Royals , in their second match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) against Kolkata Knight Riders in Guwahati on Wednesday, found themselves on the back foot after posting a modest total of just 151/9 in 20 overs after being asked to bat. For RR’s top-order batters, it was a tale of woe as they collapsed under the relentless pressure of KKR’s explosive spin bowling attack. From the outset, their…
Indian star batter Shreyas Iyer continues to reach new heights with his splendid batting performances one after another. Such was the case on Tuesday in Ahmedabad when he played a masterful innings of 97 runs unbeaten against Gujarat Titans to launch his side to a massive total of 243/5 in 20 overs. Iyer, who looked in stunning touch, slamming nine sixes, faced GT’s pace artillery led by Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh…
New Zealand have sealed a 4-1 series victory after outmuscling Pakistan in the fifth and final T20I on Wednesday in Wellington. Tim Seifert blasted 97 unbeaten, including 10 beautiful sixes and six boundaries, to carry New Zealand over the line in 10 overs. New Zealand, in chase of a modest total of 128/9 set by Pakistan after being asked to bat, finished at 131/2 . Earlier, they restricted Pakistan to 128/9…
Pakistan have named a 15-member squad for the upcoming Women’s 2025 ODI World Cup Qualifier . Pakistan are hosting the tournament as they are among the among the six teams competing for the remaining two spots in the upcoming edition of the Women’s ODI World Cup, scheduled to be played later this year. The tournament also features the sides like West Indies, Thailand, Scotland, Ireland, and Bangladesh Pakistan will be led by Fatima Sana. While…
Skipper Shreyas Iyer started his stint with Punjab Kings on a winning note as he played a cracking 97*-run knock off 42 to guide his side to an 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their opening match of the IPL 2025 on Tuesday in Ahmedabad. Iyer, blazed 9 sixes and 5 boundaries to take his side to 243/5 in 20 overs. Iyer, meanwhile, missed out on his hundred, with Shashank Singh…
Punjab Kings kick-started their 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign in thrilling fashion, securing an 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in a nail-biting showdown at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Punjab's bowlers held their nerve under pressure, successfully defending a daunting total of 243, despite a spirited fightback from the GT’s batting lineup. After being asked to bat by GT, PBKS skipper Shreyas…
In an electrifying display of power-hitting, Punjab Kings’ captain Shreyas Iyer put on an extraordinary performance in their season-opening match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday in Ahmedabad. Iyer missed out on his century but his innings was the highlight of the match, propelling the side to a monstrous total of 243/5 in 20 overs, setting the stage for a hair-raising encounter. He unleashed a brutal assault on Gujarat…
As the series between New Zealand and Pakistan heads into the fifth and final T20I match on Wednesday in Wellington, the stakes are considerably low with New Zealand leading the five-match series 3-1. With the series already decided, this match remains a dead rubber, but that doesn't mean it will lack action or intensity. For Pakistan, the final encounter presents an opportunity for redemption and reflection as they continue to stick to fresh faces.
Australian fast bowler Darcie Brown is set to miss the final T20I match against New Zealand after flying back to Australia due to family reasons. Australia are leading the series 2-0 after clinching victories against New Zealand in the first two games. Darcie Brown, on the other hand, was magnificent in the first two games, claiming the figures of 1 for 22 from four overs in the first game in Auckland and 2 for 23 from four over in second match in Mount Maunganui.
The ongoing 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season is off to an exciting start, and Tuesday’s clash between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings promises to be a thrilling encounter, scheduled to take place at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. This match marks the first for both teams in the ongoing tournament, and both sides will be eager to make a statement early on in the competition. Punjab Kings will be led…
New Zealand have named their squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Pakistan , beginning Saturday (March 29) in Napier. New Zealand have handed maiden call-ups to the uncapped duo of Nick Kelly and Muhammad Abbas for the upcoming ODI assignment. Veteran batter Kane Williamson wasn’t selected after he made himself unavailable for the series. Pacer Kyle Jamieson will miss the…
Indian wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has welcomed a beautiful baby girl with his wife, Athiya Shetty. The couple, who are thrilled with the arrival of their little one, shared the joyous news with their fans and well-wishers. The birth of their daughter is a momentous occasion for the couple. KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty tied the knot in January 2023 in an intimate ceremony. The couple shared a post in which they wrote, “Blessed with a baby girl.…
