17-year-old SA speedster lands dream IPL deal with Mumbai Indians
Kwena Maphaka's star continues to shine as the young left-arm quick joins Indian Premier League (IPL) outfit Mumbai Indians.
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Bowlers "Dislocated Shoulders Because of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Were In Hospital": Sanju Samson On Star Batter
Along with the veterans, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 will be a big platform for the youngsters to shine too. Yashasvi Jaiswal is one player who will be closely watched. The left-handed batter is in tremendous form after a stellar Test series against England. Now, he will be seen in action for Rajasthan Royals. His six-hitting videos during RR training session have gone viral.
Watch: Mushfiqur Rahim's 'Broken Helmet' Celebration Mocking Angelo Mathews, Sri Lanka Viral
Veteran Bangladesh cricketer Mushfiqur Rahim's broken helmet celebration following the ODI series victory over Sri Lanka added another chapter in the rivalry of the two cricketing nations. The celebration was a reference to Sri Lanka's Angelo Matthews getting timed-out due to a helmet issue when the two sides faced each other in the Cricket World Cup 2023. This was also a response to Sri Lanka cricketers celebrating their T20I series victory over Bangladesh with a timed-out celebration. The video of the celebration has gone viral on social media with various users commenting on the gesture.
CSK Fast Bowler Breaks Silence After Getting Stretchered Off Pitch Ahead Of IPL 2024
Bangladesh cricket team fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman took to social media to provide a crucial injury update ahead of the Indian Premier League 2024. Mustafizur, who was bought for Rs 2 crore by Chennai Super Kings, had to be stretchered off the pitch during the third ODI match against Sri Lanka on Monday after suffering from cramps. Mustafizur posted a picture of himself on X from the airport enroute to Chennai along with the caption - "Excited and Looking forward to my new assignment. Heading to Chennai for IPL 2024. Keep me in your prayers so that I can deliver my best.".
Massive Blow For Chennai Super Kings, Star Pacer Stretchered Off Field Ahead Of IPL 2024 Opener
Chennai Super Kings suffered a massive setback of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season as Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was stretched off the field due to injury. During the third ODI against Sri Lanka, Mustafizur complained off a pain in his leg during the 10th over of the SL innings and he was unable to walk off by himself. The fast bowler was picked by CSK in the auction for Rs 2 crore and with CSK facing Royal Challengers Bangalore in the opening match of the tournament on March 22, the franchise will be closely monitoring the situation surrounding the health of the Bangladesh cricketer.
Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Rishad Hossain Power Bangladesh To ODI Series Win Against Sri Lanka
Rishad Hossain played an attacking innings of 48 after substitute Tanzid Hasan Tamim hit 84 off 81 balls Monday, steering Bangladesh to a four-wicket win and a 2-1 ODI series victory over Sri Lanka. Set a modest target after Janith Liyanage's unbeaten 101 guided Sri Lanka to 235 all out in 50 overs, Bangladesh raced to 237-6 in 40.2 overs. Rishad remained unbeaten on 48 off just 18 balls. The hosts were in danger when Wanindu Hasaranga forced Mehdiy Hasan Miraz, the last recognised batsman, to give a catch to Pramod Madushan for 25, with Bangladesh still 58 runs away from victory.
Egypt becomes latest host of FIFA's new friendly series
CAIRO: Egypt became the fifth country to be selected as host of a new series of friendly games introduced by FIFA to allow teams from different confederations to play each other, the world soccer governing body said on Monday (Mar 18).
Bangladesh's Tanzim Hasan Sakib Ruled Out Of Final ODI Clash vs Sri Lanka
Bangladesh pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib has been ruled out of the third and final ODI match against Sri Lanka after sustaining a hamstring injury. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have not named a replacement for the 21-year-old since they already have Mustafizur Rahman in the ODI squad. Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam are the only two speedsters who have taken part in the first two matches alongside Sakib and they are likely to part in the final game as well.