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"KL Rahul Has Gone Off The Boil...": DC's Slump In Form At IPL 2025 Analysed

Delhi Capitals, after a brilliant start in the IPL 2025 that saw them climb to the top of the points table, have somewhat lost their way in the campaign. In their last five matches, DC have lost three while one of their matches was washed out. It has left the Axar Patel-led DC with 13 points from 11 games. While they are still in the race for playoffs, the fifth-placed side is not exactly in a great space with several other teams in contention.

"Is That Even A Viable Option?" Ex-India Star Questions Rajasthan Royals' Batting Line-Up

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra questioned the viability of the Rajasthan Royals' batting lineup in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). "I am thinking that once they decided to go with an all-Indian batting lineup, in which Samson was the most experienced and the oldest, with Shimron Hetmyer lower down the order - the only overseas batting option - is that even a viable option?" Aakash Chopra said, as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. Chopra also highlighted the importance of seniors in the team, citing Jos Buttler, who played the role of senior batter until last year for RR. Rajasthan released him ahead of IPL 2025.

Karun Nair Handed Brutal Verdict On IPL 2025 Form: "Haven't Made Most Of 2nd Chance..."

Former cricketer-turned-commentator Aakash Chopra believes Karun Nair hasn't "made the most of the second chance that cricket has given him" following his sub-par performance during Delhi Capitals' 14-run defeat against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders. "Dear cricket, give me one more chance," Karun's tweet on December 10, 2022, became a reality during the pulsating clash between the Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. In Delhi's pursuit of a daunting 206-run target, Karun lit the Arun Jaitley Stadium with his sizzling 89 from 40 deliveries, leaving the spectators mesmerised and former cricketers in awe of his prolific batting form.

'Rohit Sharma Is Living A Kid's Dream': Ex-India Star Gives Cheeky 'Impact Player' Take

Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra gave a cheeky take on Rohit Sharma featuring as Impact Player for Mumbai Indians during the IPL 2025 encounter against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. Rohit has played every match for MI as Impact Player with the veteran cricketer not featuring as a fielder for his side. On Sunday, Rohit opened the innings for MI and just before the mid-innings break, he was replaced by Jasprit Bumrah on the field. Chopra said that it is generally kids' dream to bat and not bowl - something that Rohit Sharma has been 'living' during this edition of the tournament.

Ex-India Star's Appeal To Virat Kohli: "Account Needs To Be Settled For KL Rahul's Kantara Celebration"

Delhi Capitals (DC) wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul's celebration following the side's win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in an IPL 2025 match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium went viral in no time. The celebration from Rahul was inspired by the movie 'Kantara', he later revealed in a video. Kantara is a 2022 Kannada movie starring Rishabh Shetty, Sapthami Gowda and Achyuth Kumar. Being a Karnataka player, KL has played bulk of his domestic cricket at M Chinnnaswammy Stadium and even played two IPL seasons for RCB, in 2013 and 2016.

"Waha Pe Bhi Ban Hogye": Shikhar Dhawan Roasts Ambati Rayudu On Camera

IPL commentators panel features some new big names in the ongoing edition. For IPL 2025, the stalwarts like Shikhar Dhawan and Ambati Rayudu also joined the commentary panel after calling time on their respective playing careers. Both Dhawan and Rayudu made a mark not only in the IPL but also in the Indian team with their numerous brilliant performances. Notably, both the players were also a part of the India's U-19 World Cup squad in 2004, where Rayudu was the captain of the team.

"You Went Till Rs 23 Crore...": KL Rahul's Fiery Celebration Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Decoded

Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra was in awe of KL Rahul as he guided Delhi Capitals to a comprehensive victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025 on Thursday. Rahul slammed an explosive 93 off 53 deliveries to clinch a six-wicket victory for his side with 13 balls remaining. It was a special knock from the batter who was regularly criticised for his strike rate in T20 cricket. However, Chopra made it clear that Rahul was 'Player of the Match' and decoded his fiery celebration.

Virender Sehwag Openly Sledges Ambati Rayudu Over MS Dhoni In IPL: "Just Correcting The..."

Ambati Rayudu, former Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians player, has been quite vocal in his support for MS Dhoni. At 43, Dhoni is the oldest player in the IPL 2025. After his batting order spot was criticised, there seems to be a change in. Dhoni came to bat at No. 5 against Punjab Kings scoring 27 off 12 balls. While he hit three sixes and a four, Dhoni could not take his team over the line as CSK lost to PBKS. After the match, Rayudu praised Dhoni while commentating. Virender Sehwag and Aakash Chopra were also present in the panel. Here's how the conversation went.

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"KL Rahul Has Gone Off The Boil...": DC's Slump In Form At IPL 2025 Analysed

"Is That Even A Viable Option?" Ex-India Star Questions Rajasthan Royals' Batting Line-Up

Karun Nair Handed Brutal Verdict On IPL 2025 Form: "Haven't Made Most Of 2nd Chance..."

'Rohit Sharma Is Living A Kid's Dream': Ex-India Star Gives Cheeky 'Impact Player' Take

Ex-India Star's Appeal To Virat Kohli: "Account Needs To Be Settled For KL Rahul's Kantara Celebration"

"Waha Pe Bhi Ban Hogye": Shikhar Dhawan Roasts Ambati Rayudu On Camera

"You Went Till Rs 23 Crore...": KL Rahul's Fiery Celebration Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Decoded

Virender Sehwag Openly Sledges Ambati Rayudu Over MS Dhoni In IPL: "Just Correcting The..."