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IPL 2023 Final Berth At Stake, MS Dhoni's CSK To Face Hardik Pandya's GT

The astute tactician in Mahendra Singh Dhoni will dig deep into his reserves to counter Indian cricket's new 'Crown Prince' Shubman Gill as four-time champions Chennai Super Kings will meet their match in current title holders Gujarat Titans in Qualifier-1 of the IPL in Chennai on Tuesday. Gill, who almost single-handedly knocked out a star-studded Royal Challengers Bangalore with a century for the keeps, has overshadowed Virat Kohli and will certainly force one of India's greatest captains to go back to drawing board and make plans for him.

Autobiography Of RCB Skipper Faf du Plessis To Release Next Month

In a deeply introspective memoir, to be out in May this year, South African cricketer Faf du Plessis has penned down an account of his journey of self-discovery, struggles and triumphs, and love for the game. In "Faf Through Fire", published Penguin Random House India's Ebury Press imprint, the Royal Challengers Bangalore captain claims to take readers on a journey of self-discovery, "tracing his growth from a young man with a questionable moral compass outside of cricket to a respected and admired leader known for his integrity, values, and empathy for his teammates".

If Shubman Gill Is At Other End, Batting Becomes Easy: Wriddhiman Saha Praises India Batter

Senior Gujarat Titans player Wriddhiman Saha has forged a successful opening partnership with Shubman Gill and he attributes that to young India international's current form which makes it easier for batters at the other end. Gill has had phenomenal last three months in international cricket and has also improved leaps and bounds in his T20 game. "Shubman is in the form of his life. It is so easy batting with him. We know that if Gujarat Titans have to do well, myself, Shubman and Sai (Sudharsan) at No 3 have to bat well. Then it becomes easier for the team," Saha told reporters during a virtual interaction.

Watch: Hardik Pandya's Gleeful Reaction As Kirsten Names Gujarat Titans 'Biggest Impact' Player Smells Like Team Spirit

Sai Sudharsan's half-century and a whirlwind cameo by David Miller powered holders Gujarat Titans to a six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in match 7 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday. Chasing 163 for victory on a tricky pitch, Sudharsan (62) and fellow left-hander Miller (31) put together an unbeaten stand of 56 and took their team across the finishing line with 11 balls to spare at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. However, after the match, GT mentor Gary Kirsten was all praise for West Indies pacer Alzarri Joseph.

"Nostalgia Of 2011": MS Dhoni Reunites With Gary Kirsten Ahead Of IPL 2023. Twitter Can't Keep Calm

Twitterati took a trip down the memory lane as picture of MS Dhoni's reunion with Gujarat Titans coach and mentor Gary Kirsten was shared by the franchise on social media ahead of its IPL 2023 opener against Chennai Super Kings. Notably, Kirsten was India's head coach in 2011 when the MS Dhoni-led team had won the ODI World Cup -- the nation's first since the 1983 title victory. While Kirsten's tenure in the role ended with India's triumph over Sri Lanka in the summit clash of the event, Dhoni continued to lead the Indian side. Slowly and graduallly, Dhoni started stepping down from the role of captain across formats before he retired from international cricket in 2020.

"Nostalgia Of 2011": MS Dhoni Reunites With Gary Kirsten Ahead Of IPL 2023. Twitter Can't Keep Calm

Twitterati took a trip down the memory lane as picture of MS Dhoni's reunion with Gujarat Titans coach and mentor Gary Kirsten was shared by the franchise on social media ahead of its IPL 2023 opener against Chennai Super Kings. Notably, Kirsten was India's head coach in 2011 when the MS Dhoni-led team had won the ODI World Cup -- the nation's first since the 1983 title victory. While Kirsten's tenure in the role ended with India's triumph over Sri Lanka in the summit clash of the event, Dhoni continued to lead the Indian side. Slowly and graduallly, Dhoni started stepping down from the role of captain across formats before he retired from international cricket in 2020.

Another stern Shukri chat, another Bavuma Proteas hundred: 'There's a synergy between us'

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"Sachin Tendulkar Was Deeply Unhappy At The Time I Joined": Ex-India Coach's Big Revelation

One of the finest coaches in the global cricketing spectrum, Gary Kirsten has done wonders. Leading the Indian team all the way to the 2011 ODI World Cup title, Kirsten etched his name in the history books. But, all was not well when joined the Indian team as a coach in 2008. Though the MS Dhoni-led Team India had already won the 2007 ICC World T20 title, a stalwart like Sachin Tendulkar was not in the best frame of mind. It was a tough task for Kirsten to inspire the boys from there on.

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IPL 2023 Final Berth At Stake, MS Dhoni's CSK To Face Hardik Pandya's GT

Autobiography Of RCB Skipper Faf du Plessis To Release Next Month

If Shubman Gill Is At Other End, Batting Becomes Easy: Wriddhiman Saha Praises India Batter

Watch: Hardik Pandya's Gleeful Reaction As Kirsten Names Gujarat Titans 'Biggest Impact' Player Smells Like Team Spirit

"Nostalgia Of 2011": MS Dhoni Reunites With Gary Kirsten Ahead Of IPL 2023. Twitter Can't Keep Calm

"Nostalgia Of 2011": MS Dhoni Reunites With Gary Kirsten Ahead Of IPL 2023. Twitter Can't Keep Calm

Another stern Shukri chat, another Bavuma Proteas hundred: 'There's a synergy between us'

"Sachin Tendulkar Was Deeply Unhappy At The Time I Joined": Ex-India Coach's Big Revelation