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KKR SWOT Analysis: Will Kolkata Knight Riders Clinch Their Third Indian Premier League Trophy?

After an underwhelming season last time around, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will be eager to make a strong start to their Indian Premier League 2024 campaign under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer. At the mini-auction in December 2023, they spent a whopping INR 31.35 crore, with Mitchell Starc being their most expensive acquisition. In the previous edition, KKR finished in seventh place on the points table, winning six matches and losing eight. They have failed to qualify for the IPL playoffs since 2021.

Gautam Gambhir Delivers Straightforward Verdict On BCCI's Test Cricket Incentive

Former Indian cricket team batter Gautam Gambhir delivered a clear verdict on the decision taken by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to reward players for participation in Test cricket. The 'Test Cricket Incentive Scheme' is designed to encourage players to take part in the shortest format of the sport with an additional reward structure on top of the existing match fee for Test matches, set at Rs 15 lakhs. Gambhir took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to praise BCCI for their decision with the message - "Freedom from uncertainty is extremely important for performance! Great step!"

How Pakistan Star's Text To Virat Kohli After IPL Spat Led To Viral Asia Cup Moment

Pakistan cricket team star Agha Salman revealed that he texted Virat Kohli after his on-field spat with Gautam Gambhir during Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 and it later led to one of the most viral moments of Asia Cup 2023. In a recent interaction with Islamabad United, Salman said that he sent a DM (direct message) to Kohli after the India star batter was involved in verbal altercation with Gambhir after a match between Royal Challengers Bangalore. While he did not reveal the exact details of his message, Salman said that he has huge respect for Kohli and he started the text with "Kohli bhai".

"Had I Not Fought With Gautam Gambhir...": Retired India Star's Big Revelation

Former Indian cricket team batter Manoj Tiwary opened up about how a fight with then skipper Gautam Gambhir cut short his stint with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Tiwary was an integral part of the side between 2010 and 2013 with the batter scoring the winning boundary when the franchise claimed their first IPL title under Gambhir's captaincy. However, in an interview with Anandabazar Patrika following his retirement from domestic cricket, Tiwary said that he would have played for KKR for 2-3 more years if the spat with Gambhir did not happen and the added association with the franchise would likely have resulted in more financial gains for the cricketer.

"Gautam Gambhir Said Meet Me Outside": Retired India Star Shares Intriguing Tale

Former India and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Manoj Tiwary has taken a deep dive into the past, sharing some interesting anecdotes from his time as an international cricketer. Tiwary hung his boots from domestic cricket a few days ago, but the player does have some issues and regrets to address with regards to his days in the Indian team. Sharing an intriguing story, Tiwary revealed his only regret is the verbal fight he had with former India batter Gautam Gambhir during a Ranji Trophy match.

Will Gautam Gambhir Respond? Mohammad Kaif Reignites World Cup 2023 Debate With U19 Team Post

Former Indian batter Mohammad Kaif on Sunday praised Australia for their win over India in the ICC U19 World Cup final at Benoni, saying that this time Aussies were a better team both "on the pitch and on paper". Australia broke their winless streak against India in the U19 title clashes as its pace attack helped defend 254 against Men in Blue, winning their first title since 2010 and overall their fourth title on Sunday. Kaif took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote that results do not matter much at the U19 level, but rather future stars learn lessons that help them in their long journey. He also congratulated India for their performances in the tournament.

"Coming Back Home Will Never Be Same": Gautam Gambhir On Loss Of Pet Dog

Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir is one of the finest opening batters produced by India in the 21st century. Gambhir was match-winner with the bat, scoring important knocks in the final of the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup as India lifted both the titles. Following his retirement from the sport, Gambhir does unfiltered analysis of games, and has often been too critical of some current India players. However, taking to social media on Saturday, Gambhir expressed his grief at the loss of his pet dog.

"If Elder Brother Scolds...": Ex-India Pacer's Explosive Take On Gautam Gambhir-Virat Kohli Spat

The on-field altercation between Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 became a massive debate among cricket fans around the world. During the match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants, Kohli and Gambhir ended up having a war of words as the other cricketers tried to separate them. Former Indian cricket team fast bowler Praveen Kumar believes that such altercation can take place during a cricket match and even added that if Gambhir scolds Kohli as an 'elder brother', that is no reason for a controversy.

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KKR SWOT Analysis: Will Kolkata Knight Riders Clinch Their Third Indian Premier League Trophy?

Gautam Gambhir Delivers Straightforward Verdict On BCCI's Test Cricket Incentive

How Pakistan Star's Text To Virat Kohli After IPL Spat Led To Viral Asia Cup Moment

"Had I Not Fought With Gautam Gambhir...": Retired India Star's Big Revelation

"Gautam Gambhir Said Meet Me Outside": Retired India Star Shares Intriguing Tale

Will Gautam Gambhir Respond? Mohammad Kaif Reignites World Cup 2023 Debate With U19 Team Post

"Coming Back Home Will Never Be Same": Gautam Gambhir On Loss Of Pet Dog

"If Elder Brother Scolds...": Ex-India Pacer's Explosive Take On Gautam Gambhir-Virat Kohli Spat