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'It is high-risk, but...': Salt on his attacking approachIPL

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Chasing a target of 154 runs, KKR's batsmen made light work of the total, reaching the mark in just 16.3 overs. Phil Salt's explosive innings, scoring 68 runs off 33 balls which included 7 fours and 5 sixes, set the tone for the chase, leaving little for captain Shreyas Iyer and Venkatesh Iyer to do in the final stretch. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/it-is-high-risk-but-kkr-opener-phil-salt-on-his-attacking-approach/articleshow/109704035.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

IPL: Varun, Salt star in Kolkata Knight Riders' big win over Delhi CapitalsIPL

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Kolkata Knight Riders notched up a comfortable seven-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens on Monday. Opting to bat first, Delhi Capitals were stopped at 153/9 by KKR's disciplined bowlers. The home team completed the chase of 154 with 21 balls to spare. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2024-varun-chakaravarthy-philip-salt-star-in-kolkata-knight-riders-big-win-over-delhi-capitals/articleshow/109703310.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Phil Salt breaks Ganguly's 14-year-old record at Eden GardensIPL

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Kolkata Knight Riders' dynamic batsman Phil Salt wrote his name into the record books by surpassing a 14-year milestone set by Sourav Ganguly at Eden Gardens. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/kkrs-phil-salt-breaks-sourav-gangulys-14-year-old-record-at-eden-gardens/articleshow/109703350.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Baby is on the way': Sakshi Dhoni urges CSK to finish match fastIPL

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Mahendra Singh Dhoni's wife Sakshi made a thoughtful and timely request to the Chennai Super Kings, which the five-time champions welcomed positively. While cheering for the team from the stands at the Chepauk Stadium, Sakshi posted an Instagram story asking the team to finish the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad quickly, as she is soon expecting to become an aunt. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/baby-is-on-the-way-bua-to-be-sakshi-dhoni-urges-chennai-super-kings-to-finish-match-fast/articleshow/109671553.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Nothing went right for us, says Pat Cummins after 78-run thrashing by CSKIPL

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Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad's belligerent 98 was complemented by a clinical bowling display, led by pacer Tushar Deshpande, as the defending champions returned to winning ways with the fifth win of the season. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/nothing-went-right-for-us-says-pat-cummins-after-78-run-thrashing-by-csk/articleshow/109671428.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'He can play all formats': Brett Lee hails Dhruv JurelIPL

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After the match between the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee praised young wicketkeeper-batsman Dhruv Jurel for his outstanding performance in the 44th game of the 17th edition of the lucrative league. The unbroken 121-run stand between Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel helped the Rajasthan Royals (RR) secure a 7-wicket win over the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/he-can-play-all-formats-brett-lee-hails-dhruv-jurel/articleshow/109670947.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Everyone loves range hitting': KL Rahul IPL

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Captain Sanju Samson guided the Rajasthan Royals to a seven-wicket victory over the Lucknow Super Giants with an unbeaten 71 off 33 balls, while Dhruv Jurel added 52 not out off 34 balls in their IPL 2024 match at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday. Batting first, Lucknow Super Giants put up a competitive total of 196 for five against the Rajasthan Royals, led by skipper KL Rahul's 76 off 48 balls and Deepak Hooda's 50 off 31 balls. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/everyone-loves-range-hitting-kl-rahul-after-lucknow-super-giants-loss-to-rajasthan-royals/articleshow/109654659.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Babar, Afridi help Pakistan down NZ to draw T20I seriesIPL

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Captain Babar Azam scored a solid half-century, while pace bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi took four wickets as Pakistan defeated New Zealand by nine runs in the fifth and final Twenty20 international in Lahore on Saturday. Azam's 69 off 44 balls and Fakhar Zaman's 43 off 33 balls helped Pakistan reach 178 for 5 in their 20 overs, while Shaheen's 4 for 30 restricted New Zealand to 169 all out in 19.2 overs, evening the series at 2-2. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/babar-azam-shaheen-afridi-help-pakistan-down-new-zealand-to-draw-t20i-series/articleshow/109654431.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Hardik in focus as Agarkar set to meet Rohit in DelhiIPL

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Chairman of national selection committee Ajit Agarkar and skipper Rohit Sharma are expected to have an informal meeting in the national capital on a possible 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup in the Americas. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup/t20-world-cup-squad-selection-hardik-pandya-in-focus-as-ajit-agarkar-set-to-meet-rohit-sharma-in-delhi/articleshow/109653681.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Punjab hunt down 262 to pull off highest-ever successful T20 chaseIPL

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Led by Jonny Bairstow's remarkable century, Punjab Kings set a new world record for the highest run chase in T20 cricket history by surpassing the 262-run target set by Kolkata Knight Riders with eight wickets in hand during the IPL on Friday. Punjab Kings surpassed South Africa's 259/4 against the West Indies in March of last year. In the IPL, the previous record was held by Rajasthan Royals for chasing down 224 against KKR at Eden Gardens, matching the record they had set against Punjab Kings (formerly known as Kings XI Punjab) in 2020 in Sharjah. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/kkr-vs-pbks-ipl-2024-highlights-miracle-at-eden-punjab-kings-hunt-down-262-to-pull-off-highest-ever-successful-t20-chase/articleshow/109633124.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Shubman posts one-word message after playing his 100th IPL matchIPL

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Shubman Gill's milestone 100th IPL match didn't result in a win for the Gujarat Titans, but the team's captain was pleased with his squad's fighting spirit during the massive chase against the Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Despite Rashid Khan's late heroics in the final over, Delhi Capitals held on for an exhilarating four-run victory over the Gujarat Titans. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/shubman-gill-posts-one-word-message-after-playing-his-100th-ipl-match/articleshow/109632535.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'I definitely wasn't in agreement with...': Cameron GreenIPL

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This was RCB's second win out of 9 games played so far as they snapped their six-match losing streak, with their last win coming exactly a month ago against Punjab Kings on March 25. Opting to bat first, RCB put up a formidable total of 206 for seven in their 20 overs, propelled by Virat Kohli's steady 51 and blistering contributions from Rajat Patidar (50 off 20 balls) and Cameron Green (37 not out off 20 balls). In response, SRH could only manage 171 for 8, falling short of the target. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/i-definitely-wasnt-in-agreement-with-cameron-green-after-rcbs-second-win-in-ipl-2024/articleshow/109602729.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli help RCB snap six-match losing streakIPL

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Rajat Patidar's explosive half-century, combined with a strong performance from the spinners, propelled the Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL on Thursday, snapping their six-match losing streak. Patidar's 50 runs off just 20 balls provided a striking contrast to Virat Kohli's steady 51 runs off 43 balls as RCB posted a total of 206 for seven after deciding to bat first. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/srh-vs-rcb-ipl-2024-highlights-rajat-patidar-virat-kohli-help-royal-challengers-bengaluru-snap-six-match-losing-streak/articleshow/109602419.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'We're world champions, we're confident': Adil RashidIPL

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Veteran spinner Adil Rashid remains confident in England's ability to bounce back from their disappointing performance in last year's ODI World Cup, asserting that the defending champions possess the team, players, and mindset to defend their title in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. England faced challenges in their attempt to defend their title in 2023, finishing in seventh place with just three wins from nine matches. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/were-world-champions-were-confident-adil-rashid-on-englands-t20-world-cup-preparations/articleshow/109572876.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Marcus Stoinis 'knew long ago' about Australia contract axeIPL

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Marcus Stoinis on Tuesday said he knew in advance about his omission from the Cricket Australia contract list, but will be keen to play the T20 World Cup in June. The all-rounder, along with Ashton Agar, was left out of the new list of contracts for 2024-25 after 23 players were awarded deals by the country's cricket board last month. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup/marcus-stoinis-knew-long-ago-about-australia-contract-axe/articleshow/109542036.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

IPL: Sensational Stoinis helps Lucknow pull off a rare double over ChennaiIPL

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Marcus Stoinis smashed an outstanding century to trump Ruturaj Gaikwad's (60-ball 108*) effort as Lucknow Super Giants beat Chennai Super Kings by six wickets in an IPL match on Tuesday. Stoinis remained unbeaten 124 off 63 balls with 13 fours and six sixes as LSG completed a record run chase at the Chepauk in 19.3 overs. This was also highest individual score in IPL in a run-chase. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2024-sensational-stoinis-helps-lucknow-super-giants-pull-off-a-rare-double-over-chennai-super-kings/articleshow/109541457.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Watch: Dhoni's playful gesture of pretending to throw bottle at cameraIPL

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MS Dhoni's popularity in the cricketing world is unparalleled, and even a fleeting glimpse of him during IPL 2024 brings immense joy to his fans, igniting waves of excitement and cheers. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/watch-ms-dhonis-playful-gesture-of-pretending-to-throw-water-bottle-at-camera-amuses-fans/articleshow/109541378.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Stoinis scripts history, breaks Valthaty's 13-year-old IPL recordIPL

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Marcus Stoinis etched his name in IPL history with a stunning performance, crafting the highest individual score in an IPL chase. With nerves of steel and impeccable timing, Stoinis showcased his batting prowess, guiding Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to a stunning six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their own den. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/marcus-stoinis-scripts-history-breaks-paul-valthatys-13-year-old-ipl-record/articleshow/109541409.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Don't think he needs advice from anyone', Samson hails centurion JaiswalIPL

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Yashasvi Jaiswal ended a string of poor scores by posting his second century in the Indian Premier League as Rajasthan Royals thrashed Mumbai Indians by nine wickets on Monday. Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 104 off 60 balls, including nine fours and seven sixes, to lead Rajasthan to 183-1 after Mumbai struggled to 179-9. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/dont-think-he-needs-advice-from-anyone-skipper-sanju-samson-hails-centurion-yashasvi-jaiswal/articleshow/109511118.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Jaiswal says 'not thinking much' after slamming second IPL tonIPL

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Yashasvi Jaiswal struck form with an unbeaten 104 as Rajasthan Royals consolidated their position at the top of the IPL table with a nine-wicket thrashing of Mumbai Indians on Monday. Medium-pace bowler Sandeep Sharma took 5-18 to help restrict Mumbai to 179-9 after Yuzvendra Chahal claimed an IPL first of 200 wickets at Rajasthan's home ground in Jaipur. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/yashasvi-jaiswal-says-not-thinking-much-after-slamming-second-ipl-ton/articleshow/109510741.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

As Hardik's finishing woes continue, Pathan says its a 'big worry'IPL

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In the 8 matches played this season so far, Hardik Pandya has managed just 151 runs at a lowly average of 21.57. His strike rate -- 142.45 -- too has gone down when compared to previous seasons. With the T20 World Cup around the corner and Hardik unable to fire, it comes as a major issue for the Team India management as well. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/hitting-ability-going-down-as-hardik-pandyas-finishing-woes-continue-former-india-all-rounder-says-its-a-big-worry/articleshow/109510139.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

While batting, I don't think too much about captaincy: Shubman GillIPL

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Following the three-wicket victory against Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill said that it would have been better if they had finished off the game early. With victory over Punjab on Sunday, the last year's finalists now have four wins and equal number of defeats in 8 matches. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/while-batting-i-dont-think-too-much-about-captaincy-shubman-gill/articleshow/109482034.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

IPL: Bowlers spin Gujarat Titans to fourth win of seasonIPL

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R Sai Kishore starred on a dominant day for the spinners as Gujarat Titans tamed Punjab Kings by three wickets for their fourth win in the 2024 IPL on Sunday. The win was Titans' fourth of the season while Punjab registered their 6th defeat in 8 matches. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2024-bowlers-spin-gujarat-titans-to-fourth-win-of-season/articleshow/109481562.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

3rd T20I: Chapman fashions NZ's shocking victory over PakistanIPL

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Mark Chapman hit a robust half century to help an under-strength New Zealand to a shock seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the third Twenty20 international in Rawalpindi on Sunday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/3rd-t20i-mark-chapman-fashions-new-zealands-shocking-victory-over-pakistan/articleshow/109481697.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Never want your head down': Gavaskar consoles PantIPL

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Another explosive start by Travis Head set up Sunrisers Hyderabad to crush Delhi Capitals by 67 runs in the IPL on Saturday. Head and Abhishek Sharma combined for 125 without loss in the first six overs — the highest score in an IPL powerplay — and Sharma was out two balls later for 46 off 12 balls. The openers made 131 in a mere 38 balls. Head continued his onslaught to 89 off 32 until he was caught at long on in the ninth over at 154-3. The visitors finished at 266-7, their third 250-plus total this season, and bowled out Delhi for 199 in 19.1 overs at Arun Jaitley Stadium. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/never-want-your-head-down-legendary-sunil-gavaskar-consoles-dejected-rishabh-pant-after-crushing-loss/articleshow/109464972.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Pakistan trounce NZ by 7 wickets in second T20IIPL

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Shaheen Afridi led the bowling attack with figures of 3-13, while Amir, making a comeback to international cricket after nearly four years, contributed with 2-13. Their incisive spells rattled the visitors as they were bundled out in 18.1 overs after being asked to bat first. In response, Rizwan played a composed innings, remaining unbeaten on 45 off 34 balls, guiding Pakistan to chase down the target in just 12.1 overs and take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/pakistan-trounce-depleted-new-zealand-by-7-wickets-in-second-t20i/articleshow/109464681.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'We played catch up ...': Pant pinpoints what led to DC's crushing lossIPL

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Facing a daunting target of 267 runs, Delhi Capitals initially seemed in contention thanks to blistering innings from Jake Fraser-McGurk (65 off 18 balls) and Abishek Porel (42 off 22 balls). However, once both batsmen were dismissed, Delhi's chase lost momentum as Sunrisers Hyderabad's bowlers struck at crucial intervals, mounting pressure on the opposition. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/we-played-catch-up-after-that-rishabh-pant-pinpoints-what-led-to-delhi-capitals-crushing-loss/articleshow/109464605.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'One area we would like to improve...': CSK skipper RuturajIPL

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Despite a solid unbeaten 57 from Ravindra Jadeja and late fireworks from Moeen Ali (30 off 20) and MS Dhoni (28 off 9), Chennai Super Kings posted a competitive total of 176 for six after being asked to bat first. In response, skipper KL Rahul's elegant 82 and Quinton de Kock's composed 54 formed a formidable partnership of 134 runs, setting a new record as the highest partnership for any wicket at the Ekana Stadium, to power Lucknow Super Giants to a commanding eight-wicket victory. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/one-area-we-would-like-to-improve-csk-skipper-ruturaj-gaikwad-after-losing-to-lsg/articleshow/109443312.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Preity Zinta blasts fake news involving Rohit, Punjab KingsIPL

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On Thursday, Mumbai Indians pipped Punjab Kings by 9 runs in a thriller in Mullanpur, securing their third win of the season. MI are currently at the seventh spot on the points table while Punjab are languishing at the 9th spot with 5 losses in 7 games. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/preity-zinta-blasts-fake-news-involving-rohit-sharma-and-punjab-kings-labels-alleged-remarks-as-completely-baseless/articleshow/109442847.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'It is incredible, completely different to...': Gerald CoetzeeIPL

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Mumbai Indians held on against a late onslaught from Ashutosh Sharma to secure a nail-biting 9-run win over Punjab Kings in the IPL 2024 clash in Mullanpur on Thursday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/it-is-incredible-completely-different-to-gerald-coetzee-after-mi-pull-off-a-thrilling-9-run-victory-over-punjab/articleshow/109411975.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Rain wipes out first Pakistan-New Zealand T20I after just two ballsIPL

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Heavy rain caused the first Twenty20 international between Pakistan and New Zealand to be abandoned after just two deliveries in Rawalpindi on Thursday. New Zealand skipper Michael Bracewell won the toss, which had also been delayed by 30 minutes, and opted to bat but no action was possible for two-and-a-half hours. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/rain-wipes-out-first-pakistan-new-zealand-t20-after-just-two-balls/articleshow/109411413.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

DC register their biggest win of the IPL after defeating GTIPL

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Restricting Gujarat Titans to a lowly total of 89 after opting to bowl, the Delhi Capitals' bowlers displayed remarkable discipline and control to bundle out GT in 17.3 overs. Subsequently, their batsmen chased down the target in just 8.5 overs with ease, highlighting their depth and skill. This was DC's biggest win in terms of balls remaining (67), bettering their previous one against Punjab Kings (57) in Mumbai two years ago. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/delhi-capitals-register-their-biggest-win-of-the-ipl-after-defeating-gujarat-titans/articleshow/109382477.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Only thought process before coming to field is...': PantIPL

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The T20 World Cup is around the corner and Rishabh Pant is striving to be the best version of himself, and the latest proof of that is his brilliant all-round display in Delhi Capitals' six-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL on Wednesday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/only-thought-process-before-coming-to-field-is-rishabh-pant/articleshow/109382069.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Don't have idea...': KKR skipper Iyer after losing a thriller vs RRIPL

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In his post-match remarks, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Shreyas Iyer conveyed the roller-coaster of emotions experienced by the team, particularly in the tense final moments of the game. He admitted that they hadn't anticipated finding themselves in such a closely contested situation, which made the outcome even more challenging to process. Iyer also acknowledged that it was a bitter pill to swallow for his team. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/dont-have-idea-kkr-skipper-shreyas-iyer-after-losing-a-thriller-against-rr/articleshow/109355346.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Buttler goes past Gayle, becomes second highest centurion in IPLIPL

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Once again, Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler demonstrated his batting brilliance by storming his way to a spectacular unbeaten century, propelling himself to the second position in the all-time list of most hundreds in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/jos-buttler-goes-past-chris-gayle-becomes-second-highest-centurion-in-ipl/articleshow/109354890.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Watch: Dinesh Karthik smashes longest six of IPL 2024IPL

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Dinesh Karthik unleashed his immense batting prowess to deliver a thunderous blow against Sunrisers Hyderabad that left the Chinnaswamy Stadium crowd stunned and his opponents awestruck. The thunderous moment happened on the first ball of 16th over bowled by T Natarajan when Karthik unleashed a monstrous blow off his pads on the leg side. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/monstrous-dinesh-karthik-smashes-the-longest-six-of-ipl-2024-against-sunrisers-hyderabad-watch/articleshow/109322882.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Those three sixes proved to be the difference': Ruturaj Gaikwad praises MS Dhoni's epic cameoIPL

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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad recognised MS Dhoni's pivotal contribution, acknowledging that it ultimately made the decisive difference in the match. Dhoni scored 20 runs off four balls, and that proved to be the exact margin of victory for CSK. Dhoni arrived in the middle with the scorecard showing 186/4 in 19.2 overs, and in no time, vintage Dhoni (20 off 4 balls) made the scoreboard read 206/4 in the stipulated 20 overs, with the help of three massive sixes and a double off the last ball of the innings. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/those-three-sixes-proved-to-be-the-difference-ruturaj-gaikwad-praises-ms-dhonis-epic-cameo/articleshow/109294019.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Picture Perfect! Sachin hugs Dhoni after MI-CSK matchIPL

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Regardless of the outcome of the match in the IPL, the camaraderie among players from opposing teams often steals the spotlight. One such moment was witnessed after the Mumbai Indians-Chennai Super Kings match at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/picture-perfect-sachin-tendulkar-hugs-ms-dhoni-after-mi-csk-match/articleshow/109293886.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Gambhir's heartwarming gesture on the eve of Bengali New Year. WatchIPL

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With three wins in four matches, KKR currently sit at the second spot on the points table behind Rajasthan Royals. On the eve of their clash against Lucknow Super Giants, Gautam Gambhir distributed sweets to the media persons. The Bengali New Year is on April 14th and coincidently KKR also play their home game on the same day. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/put-some-calories-on-gautam-gambhirs-heartwarming-gesture-on-the-eve-of-bengali-new-year-watch/articleshow/109276415.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Watch: Lack of communication results in a near-collision situation, drop catchIPL

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Despite the drop catch in the penultimate over, Rajasthan Royals managed to restrict Punjab to a par 147 for 8 in the 27th match of the league. While Keshav Maharaj and Avesh Khan picked up a couple of wickets each, Trent Boult, Kuldeep Sen and Yuzvendra Chahal bagged a wicket apiece for Rajasthan. For Punjab Ashutosh (31) and Jitesh Sharma (29) were the top scorers. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/watch-lack-of-communication-between-sanju-samson-avesh-khan-results-in-a-near-collision-drop-catch/articleshow/109276031.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Mayank Yadav may miss a couple of more games: KL RahulIPL

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Despite Lucknow Super Giants posting a competitive total of 167 runs, Delhi Capitals chased down the target with ease in 18.1 overs, losing only four wickets in the process. Jake Frazer-McGurk played a crucial role in the chase, smashing a quick-fire 55 runs off just 35 balls on his IPL debut. He formed a significant partnership with Rishabh Pant, contributing to Delhi Capitals' successful run chase.LSG skipper KL Rahul acknowledged the absence of Mayank and the impact it had on the team's performance, indicating that he may need more time to recover fully before returning to action. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/mayank-yadav-may-miss-a-couple-of-more-games-jake-frazer-mcgurk-came-as-a-surprise-lsg-skipper-kl-rahul/articleshow/109256291.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

IPL: Fraser-McGurk, Kuldeep guide DC to six-wicket win over LSGIPL

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Australia's Jake Fraser-McGurk made a memorable IPL debut with a fiery half-century, while spinner Kuldeep Yadav sparkled with the ball as Delhi Capitals clinched a confidence-boosting six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Ayush Badoni's unbeaten 55 off 35 balls powered the Super Giants to a respectable total of 167/7 after Kuldeep's impressive three-wicket haul of 3/20. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/lsg-vs-dc-ipl-2024-highlights-jake-fraser-mcgurk-kuldeep-yadav-guide-delhi-capitals-to-six-wicket-win-over-lucknow-super-giants/articleshow/109255655.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Watch: Fraser-McGurk hits hat-trick of sixes, slams fifty on IPL debutIPL

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The young Australian cricketer, who scored a quickfire 55 off 35 balls with the help of 2 fours and 5 sixes, made short work of LSG's left-arm spinner Krunal Pandya, hitting him for three consecutive sixes. DC finally registered their second win of the season, beating hosts LSG by six wickets, riding on debutant Fraser-McGurk's fine half century and skipper Rishabh Pant's 24-ball 41, which included 4 fours and 2 sixes. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/watch-jake-fraser-mcgurk-hits-hat-trick-of-sixes-slams-fifty-on-ipl-debut/articleshow/109255634.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'The beauty of this team...': Hardik hails MI's all-round brillianceIPL

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Jasprit Bumrah's remarkable figures of 5 for 21 earned him the player-of-the-match award, as he spearheaded Mumbai Indians' bowling attack, restricting the star-studded RCB lineup to a total of 196-8. After winning the toss, Mumbai Indians' captain Hardik Pandya opted to field first at their home ground in Mumbai. Following Bumrah's brilliant bowling performance, MI's batting duo of Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav delivered sharp fifties, guiding their team to a comprehensive seven-wicket victory. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/the-beauty-of-this-team-hardik-pandya-hails-mis-all-round-brilliance-after-rcb-rout/articleshow/109226931.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Watch: Topley pulls off a one-handed screamer to send Rohit backIPL

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Rohit Sharma, who scored 38 off 24 balls with the help of three fours and as many sixes, gave Mumbai Indians a terrific start, in chase of 197, with his opening partner Ishan Kishan. Playing second fiddle, Rohit and Kishan, who played a blistering 69-run knock off 34 balls, added 101 runs for the first wicket. Kishan hammered 7 fours and 5 sixes during his stay in the middle. Interestingly, this was the 93rd time Rohit had opened the batting in IPL and the first time he has been involved in a 100+ opening partnership. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/watch-reece-topley-pulls-off-a-one-handed-screamer-to-send-rohit-sharma-back/articleshow/109226049.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

IPL: Rashid blazes in Gujarat's last-ball win over RajasthanIPL

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Gujarat Titans secured a thrilling last-ball victory against Rajasthan Royals with Rashid Khan and Rahul Tewatia's heroics. A high-scoring match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium saw GT emerge victorious. Needing 15 off the final over and two off the last ball of the match, Rashid hit a four to take Gujarat to a thrilling victory. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/ipl-2024-rashid-khan-blazes-in-gujarat-titans-last-ball-win-over-rajasthan-royals/articleshow/109210461.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'Captain has the hardest job to speak...': SamsonIPL

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Gujarat Titans handed Rajasthan Royals their first defeat of the IPL 2024 after clinching a thrilling three-wicket victory in a gripping encounter in Jaipur on Wednesday. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/captain-has-the-hardest-job-to-speak-sanju-samson-after-suffering-first-defeat-in-ipl-2024/articleshow/109204722.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

Shubman Gill overtakes Virat Kohli for this big record in IPLIPL

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Playing against Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill, who also completed 4000 T20 runs, achieved this impressive milestone at the age of 24 years and 215 days, surpassing the previous record held by Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting maestro Virat Kohli, who did it in 26 years and 186 days. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/shubman-gill-overtakes-virat-kohli-for-this-big-record-in-ipl/articleshow/109203797.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

IPL: SRH survive Shashank-Ashutosh scare to pip PBKS in a thrillerIPL

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In a crucial IPL match on Tuesday, young Nitish Reddy displayed remarkable fortitude, crafting a pivotal 64 runs off just 37 balls for Sunrisers Hyderabad in a nail-biting encounter against Punjab Kings. Despite facing a daring onslaught from Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma, SRH clinched a narrow two-run victory in a match filled with fluctuations. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/srh-vs-pbks-ipl-2024-highlights-sunrisers-hyderabad-survive-shashank-singh-ashutosh-sharma-scare-to-pip-punjab-kings-in-a-thriller/articleshow/109173398.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT

'I knew that...': Nitish on attacking spinners, not pacersIPL

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In a gripping IPL showdown on Tuesday, Sunrisers Hyderabad clinched a tense victory by a mere two runs over Punjab Kings, holding off a fierce assault from Punjab's Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma. Nitish Kumar Reddy, a gifted 20-year-old batting all-rounder, emerged as Hyderabad's savior, guiding them out of an initial setback to set a formidable target of 182-9 after being asked to bat first at Punjab's newly established home venue in Mullanpur. from Cricket News: Latest Cricket News, Live Scores, Results, Upcoming match Schedules | Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/top-stories/i-knew-that-nitish-kumar-reddy-on-attacking-punjab-kings-spinners-not-pacers/articleshow/109173609.cmshttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/54829575.cmsbr> via IFTTT