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"The Guy Asked Us To Finish...": LSG Pacer Naveen-ul-Haq Opens Up On 'Favourite' Sledging Incident

Lucknow Super Giants pacer Naveen-ul-Haq isn't an unknown figure in the Indian Premier League (IPL), especially after the on-field incident involving Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli. Since the two cricketers had an ugly altercation in the middle of the pitch, a lot has been said and written about what transpired between them. In a video shared by the Lucknow Super Giants, Naveen was asked about a 'sledging incident' that took place in his career, the Afghanistan pacer spoke recalled an event from a First Class game.

"Emotional Homecoming For Hardik Pandya But Beating Mumbai Indians Won't Be Easy": Ravi Shastri

Former India cricketer Ravi Shastri reckons it will be an emotional homecoming for Gujarat Titans' skipper Hardik Pandya who achieved stardom playing at Wankhede but defeating Mumbai Indians here is always tough for visiting teams. Speaking on Star Sports' Cricket Live, Ravi Shastri said, "Hardik's homecoming will be emotional. He will play a crucial match against the team at the ground where he rose to stardom. Hardik would like to prove a lot by leading his team to victory.

Gujarat Titans Predicted XI vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2023: Will Hardik Pandya Change Winning Combination?

Gujarat Titans will be looking to continue their impressive run in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 as the defending champions take on Mumbai Indians on Friday. The Hardik Pandya-led side is at the top of table with 16 points and they are just one win away from guaranteeing their spot in the playoffs. GT are currently unbeaten in their last two games and with wins over Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals in the past two games, they are a force to be reckoned with in IPL 2023.

"If Selectors Don't Pick Them...": Ravi Shastri's Tracer-Bullet On IPL Duo's Selection

Rajasthan Royals (RR) opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed the fastest half-century in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) during the game against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday. With RR chasing a target of 150, Jaiswal breached the 50-run mark in 13 deliveries, breaking the record which has held jointly by Pat Cummins and KL Rahul (14 balls). Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh was impressed with Jaiswal's counter-attacking knocking, and said that he would pick the youngster straightaway in the Indian team for the ODI World Cup.

"Moved On From Kohli, Rohit": Ex India Star's Blunt 'T20 Verdict' Post Jaiswal, SKY's Pyrotechnics

The ever-evolving format of T20 cricket has given players, fans, coaches, and even pundits plenty to think about the approach that batters need to have to excel in this fast-paced game. The likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, two of the greatest batters of their generation, have seen questions being raised over their performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. While Rohit is struggling for runs, the problem for Kohli is more on the lines of strike-rate. Having seen players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Suryakumar Yadav set the stage on fire with their bat, former India cricketer Saba Karim gave his honest take on the shortest format fo the game.

Jos Buttler Guilty Of Breaching IPL Code Of Conduct, Reprimanded

After Rajasthan Royals' comprehensive 9-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, opening batter Jos Buttler was found guilty of breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. Buttler, hence was fined 10 Percent of his match-fee, a statement from the Indian Premier League confirmed. It isn't fully clear as to what act from Buttler earned him the penalty but the decision is likely to have come in the wake of the English opener's reaction to his run-out early in the game.

Behind Yashasvi Jaiswal's Rise, The 'Dhoni, Kohli, Rohit...' Factor

Young opening batter Yashasvi Jaiswal put in a batting spectacle, scoring an unbeaten knock of 98 runs in Rajasthan Royals' 9-wicket win against Kolkata Knight Riders. Branded by many as Indian cricket's "Next Big Thing" Jaiswal is a stickler for processes and there are a few basic rules that he follows while preparing for high-intensity, a high-stakes game like the "intense one" against KKR, which he would "remember for a long time". In the match, the left-hander, highlighted how conversations from greats like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, etc. have helped him hone his game.

Mumbai Indians Predicted XI vs Gujarat Titans, IPL 2023: Will Arjun Tendulkar Make His Return?

An upbeat Mumbai Indians are likely to be tested to the hilt by leaders and defending champions Gujarat Titans at the Wankhede Stadium on Friday. Despite their best batter and captain Rohit Sharma enduring a lean patch with five single-digit scores on the trot, MI's batting has been nearly unstoppable on home turf. MI have chased down 200 or more on three occasions, but GT's bowling attack could pose a different challenge to the five-time champions. MI could make a change or two in their bowling attack, which has been leaking runs.

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"The Guy Asked Us To Finish...": LSG Pacer Naveen-ul-Haq Opens Up On 'Favourite' Sledging Incident

"Emotional Homecoming For Hardik Pandya But Beating Mumbai Indians Won't Be Easy": Ravi Shastri

Gujarat Titans Predicted XI vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2023: Will Hardik Pandya Change Winning Combination?

"If Selectors Don't Pick Them...": Ravi Shastri's Tracer-Bullet On IPL Duo's Selection

"Moved On From Kohli, Rohit": Ex India Star's Blunt 'T20 Verdict' Post Jaiswal, SKY's Pyrotechnics

Jos Buttler Guilty Of Breaching IPL Code Of Conduct, Reprimanded

Behind Yashasvi Jaiswal's Rise, The 'Dhoni, Kohli, Rohit...' Factor

Mumbai Indians Predicted XI vs Gujarat Titans, IPL 2023: Will Arjun Tendulkar Make His Return?