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Mitchell Marsh to lead Australia in five-match T20 series against West Indies

Cricket Australia has announced a 16-member squad led by Mitchell Marsh for the T20 series against the West Indies. Mitch Owen and Matt Kuhnemann received call-ups following standout domestic seasons. Marsh also impressed in the IPL with 627 runs. Hyderabad: The National Selection Panel of Cricket Australia announced a 16-member squad to be led by Mitchell Marsh on Wednesday for the five-match -T20 Series against the West Indies in Jamaica and St Kitt’s next month. Mitchell Marsh returns to Australian colours to lead the team while Mitch Owen was rewarded for his impressive season for the Hobart Hurricanes in the most recent Big Bash Leage. Matt Kuhnemann has been named in his first Australian T20 squad. Marsh is coming from a blistering IPL tournament with 627 runs for Lucknow including a maiden century while Owen was the BBL’s highest scorer in a season which included 108 from 42 deliveries in the…
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After 18 years of loyalty, Virat Kohli leads RCB to historic first IPL title

Not surprisingly, when RCB pulled off a six-run win against Punjab Kings in the 2025 final, the way Kohli, who first played for RCB at the age of 18, struggled to control his emotions was understandable HYDERABAD: No.18! Well, this proved to be the magical number finally for Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Tuesday night when the long, long wait for that IPL title has ended. Why? It was the 18th edition of IPL, ‘18’ is the famous jersey number of arguably one of the greatest batters across all formats – Virat Kohli. Not surprisingly, when RCB pulled off a six-run win against Punjab Kings in the 2025 final, the way Kohli, who first played for RCB at the age of 18, struggled to control his emotions was understandable. For it is also an amazing story of Kohli’s loyalty to one franchisee over the years. For this was one trophy which Kohli…
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This IPL victory really special for me, says Patidar

“After the Qualifier, we thought that we could go through. I think 190 was a good score on this track as it was a bit slow. Bowlers executing their plans were tremendous to watch,” the winning captain said HYDERABAD: Rajat Patidar who led Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the first time, made it a truly memorable stint guiding the team to a fantastic, six-run win against Punjab Kings in the IPL final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday night. “It is really special for me, for Virat Kohli, and all the fans. Those who have supported us for years, they all deserve it,” Patidar said in the post-match briefing. “After the Qualifier, we thought that we could go through. I think 190 was a good score on this track as it was a bit slow. Bowlers executing their plans were tremendous to watch,” the winning captain said. On left-arm spinner…
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Surya Kumar Yadav named ‘most valuable player’

Gujarat Titans’ pace bowler Prasidh Krishna got the ‘Purple Cap’ for being the leading wicket-taker with 25 wickets while his teammate Sai Sudharsan got the ‘Orange Cap’ for scoring most runs, 759 HYDERABAD: Mumbai Indians’ star batter Surya Kumar Yadav has been named ‘Most Valuable Player’ of the IPL after Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by six runs at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday night. Gujarat Titans’ pace bowler Prasidh Krishna got the ‘Purple Cap’ for being the leading wicket-taker with 25 wickets while his teammate Sai Sudharsan got the ‘Orange Cap’ for scoring most runs, 759. Sai Sudharsan also got the award for scoring most fours (88) in the season. Kamindu Mendis of Sunrisers Hyderabad got the special award for the catch of the season for his stunning effort to send back Chennai Super Kings’ Dewald Brevis. Lucknow Super Giants’ explosive batter Nicholas Pooraj got the special…
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I got tremendous respect for Patidar, says Flower

“If I cast my mind back to how poorly I captained when I was his age, I’ve got tremendous respect for how he’s held himself with all that scrutiny and captained some big players,” Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower said HYDERABAD: Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower said one of the most impressive things about Rajat Patidar (captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru) was that he was not affected by the lack of experience as a captain. Flower informed the media after RCB won the IPL Trophy defeating Punjab Kings by six runs in Ahmedabad on Tuesday that captaining RCB was a really tricky job. “If I cast my mind back to how poorly I captained when I was his age, I’ve got tremendous respect for how he’s held himself with all that scrutiny and captained some big players,” Flower said. “You can’t underestimate the calmness Rajat showed in…

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  • Jun- 2025 -
    2 June
    123

    Aamir Khan joins Jiostar for IPL

    JioStar announced Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will join its presentation on June 1 and June 3 Hyderabad: JioStar announced Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan will join its presentation on June 1 and June 3. Aamir Khan, who is a known avid cricket lover, will appear on Star Sports and JioHotstar along with Genelia D’Souza and the cast of his upcoming film, Sitaare Zameen Par, during the pre-shows of Qualifier 2 and the Final of TATA IPL 2025. In addition, Aamir Khan is also all set to swap his role in front of a film camera for a commentary mic as he will also step into the commentary box to call Qualifier 2 on June 1, and the summit clash on June 3.…

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  • 2 June
    122

    Being part of RCB was a very special feeling: RCB mentor Dinesh Karthik

    “Purely because of the brand of cricket that we play, but also the fans that we have. And most importantly, it’s a journey that’s been filled with lots of highs and lows,” Karthik said in the RCB podcast. Hyderabad: Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik said being part of RCB was a very special feeling. “Purely because of the brand of cricket that we play, but also the fans that we have. And most importantly, it’s a journey that’s been filled with lots of highs and lows,” Karthik said in the RCB podcast. “But the trophy hadn’t reached the shores of Bangalore yet. If I could be part of that journey, why not? That was a big…

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  • 2 June
    75

    We’re blessed with incredibly loyal fans, says Mo Bobat

    On Dinesh Karthik joining RCB coaching staff, Bobat said that in DK’s case they were really keen to add him the moment that he was aware that he was contemplating retiring. Hyderabad: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Director Mo Bobat said that one doesn’t have to spend too long in Bengaluru for someone to remind you that you’ve got a trophy to win. “For me, the real aim and the aspiration is to inspire our fans. We’re blessed with incredibly loyal fans and I think our number one task is to inspire them,” he said. “How we do that is obviously winning games of cricket, but it’s the way we play and the things that we achieve along the way. Even last…

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  • 1 June
    72

    Punjab Kings face stern test against Mumbai Indians as they face off in IPL Qualifier 2

    Punjab Kings are now in a do-or-die situation as they dream of winning a maiden IPL trophy. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians look title favourites after beating Gujarat Titans, in the Eliminator. Ahmedabad: A rampant Mumbai Indians will present a stern test of character for a rattled Punjab Kings in a virtual semifinal when the two teams face off in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League here on Sunday. An eight-wicket hammering at the hands of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a one-sided Qualifier 1 may have eroded some amount of confidence in Shreyas Iyer’s Punjab Kings, who are now in a do-or-die situation as they dream of winning a maiden IPL trophy. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians took…

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  • 1 June
    73

    Karun Nair’s double ton propels India A to 557 on second day of Unofficial Test; Lions 237/2

    At stumps, the Lions reached 237/2 in 52 overs, with Haines anchoring the innings with an unbeaten 103 (147 balls). still trailing India A by 320 runs Canterbury (England): Sussex opener Tom Haines led a spirited England Lions response with a composed century after Karun Nair’s masterful double hundred lifted India A to a massive 557 on the second day of the four-day Unofficial Test here on Saturday. At stumps, the Lions reached 237/2 in 52 overs, with the compact left-hander Haines anchoring the innings with an unbeaten 103 (147 balls). They still trail India A by 320 runs.He reached his 15th first-class century late in the day, bringing it up in 138 balls with 11 boundaries. After the early loss…

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  • 1 June
    39

    You cannot replace experience, says Jayawardene

    Mumbai Indians head coach Jayawardene said that Rohit could have gone about his way of bashing the ball from the first over itself, but chose to take his time and understand the pace of the game HYDERABAD: Mahela Jayawardene said that Rohit Sharma always made sure that he batted differently in the big games to give the team the best chance of success. Speaking to media after Mumbai Indians scored a 20-run win against Gujarat Titans in the IPL Eliminator in Mullanpur on Friday night, head coach Jayawardene said that Rohit could have gone about his way of bashing the ball from the first over itself, but chose to take his time and understand the pace of the game. “Rohit batted…

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  • 1 June
    37

    There is disappointment, says GT’s Sai Sudharsan

    Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan, who had a dream run this IPL season scoring 759 runs, says playing for the country is obviously a dream for everyone and that he would love to do that on the forthcoming tour to England HYDERABAD: Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan, who had a dream run this IPL season scoring 759 runs, says playing for the country is obviously a dream for everyone and that he would love to do that on the forthcoming tour to England. “When I look back at the IPL, there are a lot of things to improve as a T-20 batter. There are so many facets of the game, or so many sectors I should improve when I play T20 again.…

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  • 1 June
    39

    It was my lucky day, says Rohit Sharma

    Rohit who scored a brilliant 50-ball 81 to play a lead role in the 20-run win against Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator of the IPL in Mullanpur on Friday night, said that he would have loved to score more fifties this season HYDERABAD: Mumbai Indians star opener Rohit Sharma said it was his lucky day (he was dropped twice very early in his innings in the first three overs) and that he wanted to capitalise most of the chances that came his way. Rohit who scored a brilliant 50-ball 81 to play a lead role in the 20-run win against Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator of the IPL in Mullanpur on Friday night, said that he would have loved to score more fifties this season (he…

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  • May- 2025 -
    31 May
    71

    Rohit Sharma shines as Mumbai beat Gujarat by 20 runs in IPL Eliminator

    The victory took Mumbai Indians to Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad on Sunday when they take on Punjab Kings. Mullanpur: The mighty Mumbai Indians handled the nerves better on the big stage to outlast Gujarat Titans by 20 runs in a high-scoring IPL Eliminator despite a classy effort from Sai Sudharsan here on Friday. Rohit Sharma (81 off 50) rode his luck to play a fine knock after Jonny Bairstow (47 off 22) made an instant impact on his Mumbai Indians debut to push them to an imposing 228 five in 20 overs. Titans, who were sloppy in the field and with the ball, were able to take the game down to the wire with sensational batting from Sudharsan (80 off 49)…

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    Actress Shilpa Shetty’s husband Raj Kundra drops a bombshell on Rajasthan Royals

    Raj Kundra informed that he will be holding a press conference on Monday, June 2. Mumbai: Actress Shilpa Shetty’s businessman husband Raj Kundra has made a shocking revelation regarding the popular IPL team, Rajasthan Royals. Taking to his official LinkedIn account, Kundra claimed to have documents to prove serious financial misconduct by a key promoter of Rajasthan Royals. He further alleged money laundering through offshore accounts, along with some hidden transactions. Kundra’s post also hinted at the involvement of one of the key promoters in this alleged financial misconduct. Kundra’s LinkedIn post read, “I will soon be releasing documented evidence exposing serious financial misconduct, money laundering through offshore structures and hidden transactions involving a key promoter of the Rajasthan Royals.” He…

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