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RCB's Rajat Patidar Becomes First Uncapped Player To Smash Century In Playoffs

Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Rajat Patidar on Wednesday became the first uncapped player in the history of Indian Premier League (IPL) to smash a century in the playoffs. The batter achieved this feat during his side's Eliminator clash against Lucknow Super Giants here at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. It was a memorable day at the field for Patidar as he smashed an unbeaten 112 off just 54 to guide his side to a massive total of 207/4 at the end of their 20 overs. He also became the first player from his side to hit a century in the playoffs, surpassing Chris Gayle's 89-run knock in the second qualifier against Mumbai Indians in the 2011 edition of the league.

"MS Dhoni Has...": BCCI President Sourav Ganguly On Why Rishabh Pant Should Not Be Compared With Former Indian Cricket Team Captain

Since the time MS Dhoni retired from international cricket, the hunt has been on to find his worthy successor in the wicketkeeper-batter role. Rishabh Pant has emerged as the front-runner in the role. The Delhi Capitals captain has impressed with his performances for the Indian cricket team. Pant's stellar shows include Test centuries in overseas conditions along with his power-hitting skills. He has also improved his wicketkeeping by leaps and bounds. However, Pant did not set the IPL 2022 on fire with his performance as he scored 340 runs in 14 matches at an average of 30.91.

Umran Malik will be around for a long time, says Sourav Ganguly

Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly while praising Umran Malik on Wednesday said if the pacer stayed fit then he would be around for a long time. Sunrisers Hyderabad pace sensation Umran has picked 22 wickets in 14 matches for SRH at a strike rate of only 13.57 and an economy rate of 9.03. "His future is in his hands.

"Sure He'll Be Around For A Long Time": Sourav Ganguly On Umran Malik

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly while praising Umran Malik on Wednesday said if the pacer stays fit then he would be around for a long time. Sunrisers Hyderabad pace sensation Umran has picked 22 wickets in 14 matches for SRH at a strike rate of only 13.57 and an economy rate of 9.03. "His future is in his hands. If he stays fit and bowls at this pace, I'm sure he will be around for a long time," the former Indian skipper said.

"Genuinely Talks" To Youngsters, "Not Fake": Mike Hesson Gives Insight Into RCB Legend's Personality

Royal Challengers Bangalore might not have played the IPL final since 2016, when they came up short against SunRisers Hyderabad, but the team has been consistent in the league for the past two seasons, making it to the playoffs. IPL 2022 is the third straight year when the Team in Red is through to the knockout stages and they will take on new boys Lucknow Super Giants on Wednesday in the Eliminator.

J&K LG meets Umran Malik in Jammu; says govt will take care of his training

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday evening visited the pace sensation Umran Malik here and said the government will take care of his training and other facilities. Umran, who received his maiden call-up for the national team for the upcoming five-match T20 International home series against South Africa starting June 9, reached his Jammu residence Monday after taking part in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

"May Leak Runs If...": Virender Sehwag Has This Take On Umran Malik's Fast Bowling

Umran Malik, the SunRisers Hyderabad pacer, got justly rewarded for his superb performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 with a call-up to the Indian cricket squad for the upcoming five-T20I series against South Africa at home. Umran finished the league stage of the IPL 2022 as the fourth-highest wicket-taker with 22 scalps in 14 games. The 22-year-old express fast bowler has startled all with his pace, often touching 150-plus kmph on the speed gun. With a selection in the Indian team, Umran's progress will be closely watched, especially with the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia in five months' time.

Exclusive - IPL 2022: All of us cheered for MI; Virat Kohli always tells youngsters to play for team & country, says Mohammed Siraj

Royal Challengers Bangalore players were seen cheering for Mumbai Indians for every run the 5 time champions scored and every wicket they took in MI's last league stage match vs DC. All they wanted was for the Blue Brigade to trounce Rishabh Pant's Delhi Capitals so that they could enter the playoffs. Following MI's win, delirious celebrations broke out in the RCB camp. They will now take on Lucknow Super Giants in the Eliminator on May 25 (Wednesday) at the iconic Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata. Ahead of the Eliminator clash, RCB pacer Mohammed Siraj is confident that his team, which is still looking for their maiden IPL title, will emerge victorious against KL Rahul's men in the high-octane clash.

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RCB's Rajat Patidar Becomes First Uncapped Player To Smash Century In Playoffs

"MS Dhoni Has...": BCCI President Sourav Ganguly On Why Rishabh Pant Should Not Be Compared With Former Indian Cricket Team Captain

Umran Malik will be around for a long time, says Sourav Ganguly

"Sure He'll Be Around For A Long Time": Sourav Ganguly On Umran Malik

"Genuinely Talks" To Youngsters, "Not Fake": Mike Hesson Gives Insight Into RCB Legend's Personality

J&K LG meets Umran Malik in Jammu; says govt will take care of his training

"May Leak Runs If...": Virender Sehwag Has This Take On Umran Malik's Fast Bowling

Exclusive - IPL 2022: All of us cheered for MI; Virat Kohli always tells youngsters to play for team & country, says Mohammed Siraj