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On Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni Captaincy Question, Shivam Dube's Answer Stumps Kapil Sharma

Two of the fines captains Indian cricket has seen, Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are among the few leaders who have won the national team ICC titles. While Dhoni won a total of three ICC trophies during his reign, Rohit opened his account in the T20 World Cup 2024. Over the last year or so, Rohit's stocks have risen dramatically as the captain of the Indian team, especially considering the way he has led his troops. However, choosing one between the two is a tricky subject, especially for someone like Shivam Dube who has played under both captains.

'Australia Connection' Behind Ruturaj Gaikwad's Bangladesh T20Is Absence: Report

As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced India's squad for the T20I series against Bangladesh, the absence of Ruturaj Gaikwad from the squad triggered a huge hue and cry. Gaikwad's numbers, both for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League and T20Is for India remain impressive, yet the opening batter didn't find a place in the squad. However, a report has claimed that potential Test call-up for the Australia tour is the reason behind the selectors deciding to snub Gaikwad for Bangladesh T20Is.

"Na Na Kar Ke Bhi 10 IPL...": Shah Rukh Khan's Remark On MS Dhoni Breaks Internet

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the retention rules for IPL 2025 on Saturday. Each teams will be allowed to retain a maximum of six players ahead of the auction but it was the uncapped player rule that was of specific interest to Chennai Super Kings. The rule stated that any Indian player who has not played an international game in the last five years will be considered to be an 'uncapped player' and that includes former captain MS Dhoni. As a result, the veteran wicket-keeper batter can be retained by CSK for just Rs 4 crore. Amid the chatter regarding Dhoni's future in the IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders owner Shah Rukh Khan's comment on him has gone viral.

Rohit Sharma In, Faf Du Plessis Out: List Of Players IPL Teams Are Likely To Retain

The countdown has begun for the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises to start working on their release and retention list. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the retention rules on Saturday, paving the way for the franchises to finalise the list of players they wish to keep ahead of the mega auction. The board has allowed franchises to retain a maximum of 6 players, either through direct retention or Right-To-Match card. However, with retention cost increased by the BCCI, striking the perfect balance between keep players and buying them through RTM in the auction, will be key to success.

"Shah Rukh Khan Always Says...": New KKR Mentor Dwayne Bravo Reveals Co-Owner's Message

Former West Indies captain Dwayne Bravo has thanked Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) co-owner Shah Rukh Khan and the management for showing faith and appointing him as the mentor of the franchise. Bravo on Friday was named mentor by the defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, and will also work KKR's sister franchises in the Caribbean Premier League, Major League Cricket and ILT20. In a video message, Bravo also thanked his former team, Chennai Super Kings, for 'blessing' him in the next chapter of his career as coach.

IPL Retention: Report Claims 5 Retentions To Cost Franchises This Amount

The IPL Governing Council has all but finalised the number of player retentions per team ahead of the mega auction. According to a report in news agency PTI, the IPL GC has agreed on allowing five retentions per franchise, albeit with a twist. The report make a big claim that if a franchise decides to make five retentions, they should have to shell out Rs 75 crore from its overall purse, which could go up to Rs 115-120 crore, as compared to Rs 90 crore from the previous mega auction in 2022.

BCCI's Historic IPL Announcement, Players To Earn Additional Money By...

In a historic move, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced match fee for cricketers playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL). In addition to their lucrative contracts, a player will get Rs 7.5 lakhs per game as match fee. The historic decision was announced by BCCI secretary Jay Shah on social media. Shah said that the decision was made to "celebrate consistency and champion outstanding performances" in the IPL. Shah also revealed that each "franchise will allocate Rs 12.60 crore" to facilitate the match fee, adding that if a player plays all league games in a season, he will get a lucrative sum of Rs 1.05 crore.

IPL Governing Council To Meet On Saturday Evening, Set To Finalise Auction Retention Rule

The IPL Governing Council meeting is scheduled to convene on Saturday evening for the BCCI's 93rd Annual General Meeting, to be held on Sunday. The primary point of interest will be the decision pertaining to the retention rule. It has been learnt that the board, after considering multiple suggestions from team owners, could be settling for five retention and one Right to Match option per team ahead of the IPL 2025 auction.

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On Rohit Sharma vs MS Dhoni Captaincy Question, Shivam Dube's Answer Stumps Kapil Sharma

'Australia Connection' Behind Ruturaj Gaikwad's Bangladesh T20Is Absence: Report

"Na Na Kar Ke Bhi 10 IPL...": Shah Rukh Khan's Remark On MS Dhoni Breaks Internet

Rohit Sharma In, Faf Du Plessis Out: List Of Players IPL Teams Are Likely To Retain

"Shah Rukh Khan Always Says...": New KKR Mentor Dwayne Bravo Reveals Co-Owner's Message

IPL Retention: Report Claims 5 Retentions To Cost Franchises This Amount

BCCI's Historic IPL Announcement, Players To Earn Additional Money By...

IPL Governing Council To Meet On Saturday Evening, Set To Finalise Auction Retention Rule