IPL's 'Impact Player' rule makes captain's job tough - Pandya
Gujarat Titans captain Hardik Pandya said the Indian Premier League's new "Impact Player" rule makes his job difficult because there are several options to choose from.
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"Jiyo Re Bhojpuriya..." Ravi Kishan's Bhojpuri Commentary On MS Dhoni's Six During IPL 2023 Opener Is Viral
The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) got off to a grand start on Friday. In the opening match of the tournament, defending champions Gujarat Titans defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. While Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill were the top performers with the bat, fans were thrilled by the introduction of Bhojpuri commentary for the tournament. Ravi Kishan was part of the commentary panel and he entertained fans with his Bhojpuri one-liners during the season opener on Friday.
Shubman Gill stars as Gujarat Titans beat Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2023 opener
Opener Shubman Gill smashed 63 as holders Gujarat Titans beat Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in the Indian Premier League opener in front of more than 100,000 fans in Ahmedabad on Friday.
Watch: Women's Premier League Hangover! Ravi Shastri Calls Gujarat Giants, Not Gujarat Titans At IPL 2023 Opener Toss
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 began with a glittering opening ceremony in Ahmedabad on Friday. Stars like Rashmika Mandanna, Tamannaah Bhatia, Arijit Singh were the star performers. After the starry performance, it was time for a blockbuster match between four-time champions Chennai Super Kings and defending champions Gujarat Titans. Ahead of the game between the MS Dhoni-led CSK and the Hardik Pandya-led GT, former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri was present at the toss as a commentator. By mistake, Shastri called the Hardik Pandya-led team as Gujarat Giants and not Gujarat Titans. Gujarat Giants is a team in the Women's Premier League.
'If India Doesn't Allow Pakistan Players In IPL...': Imran Khan Slams BCCI
Pakistan's World Cup-winning captain and former Prime Minister, Imran Khan, has said that the players of the nation should not worry about India not allowing them to play in the Indian Premier League. It is worth noting that the Pakistani players were part of the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008, but the terror attacks in Mumbai later that year increased the political tensions between the two nations. It eventually saw India putting a ban on the participation of Pakistani players in the cash-rich T20 tournament.
Shubman Gill Sizzles As Gujarat Titans Begin IPL Title defence With Five-Run Win Over CSK
Shubman Gill eclipsed Ruturaj Gaikwad's high-quality knock with a dazzling half-century as Gujarat Titans began their title defence with a convincing five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in the IPL opener in Ahmedabad on Friday. Gaikwad was all class in his 92 off 50 balls before Titans pulled things back in the middle overs to limit Chennai Super Kings to 178 for seven after opting to bowl first in front of a near capacity crowd at the world's largest cricket stadium. In the form of his life over the past three months, Gill played some jaw-dropping strokes in his 63 off 36 balls to set up a fine win for the home team. Titans got home in 19.2 overs.
"Could Have Done Bit More...": MS Dhoni's Brutal Assessment After Chennai Super Kings' Loss In IPL 2023 Opener
Chennai Super Kings skipper M S Dhoni felt their middle overs batting let them down in their IPL opener against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Friday. With Ruturaj Gaikwad going strong, CSK looked on course for a 200 plus total before Titans stemmed the flow of runs in the middle overs. CSK eventually managed 178 for seven which Titans chased down with four balls to spare and five wickets in hand. "We all knew there will be dew. We could have done a bit more with the batsman-ship. Ruturaj (Gaikwad) was brilliant, he times the ball well and he's a pleasure to watch. The way he picks his options, it is pleasing to watch. I think it's important for the youngsters to step in," said Dhoni referring to Gaikwad's 92 off 50 balls.
Arijit Singh Touches MS Dhoni's Feet Before IPL 2023 Opener. Photo Breaks Internet
MS Dhoni is one of the most-loved cricketers in the world and star singer Arijit Singh is also a fan of the veteran wicket-keeper batsman. The duo shared a heartwarming moment during the opening ceremony of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday and the picture has already gone viral. In the picture doing the rounds, Arijit could be seen touching Dhoni's feet as the two of them met after the performances. Arijit thrilled the fans with his hit songs during the opening ceremony and he was joined by actresses Rashmika Mandanna and Tamannah Bhatia.