Markram leads 15-man Proteas T20 World Cup squad, two debutants included
Proteas white-ball coach Rob Walter on Tuesday named his 15-man squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled from 1-29 June in the West Indies and USA.
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"Rohit Sharma Doesn't Hug People": MI Head Coach's Sensational Revelation
Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mark Boucher has revealed that star batter and former captain Rohit Sharma often gives awkward hugs and handshakes to others. In a video uploaded by MI's social media handles, the coaching staff of the franchises shared unknown facts about their players. Head coach Mark Boucher, batting coach Kieron Pollard and bowling coach James Pannent offered the behind-the-scenes glimpse into the dynamics of the MI players. "Coaches spill the tea on our players and you don't want to miss this!" MI captioned the video.
Watch: Rohit Sharma-Hardik Pandya Moment After Win Over Punjab Kings Is Great News For Mumbai Indians Fans
There has been a lot of chatter over the captaincy situation in Mumbai Indians with the fanbase split over the decision to appoint Hardik Pandya as the skipper in place of Rohit Sharma ahead of the new season. Things got worse as the five-time champions lost three matches on the trot and Hardik was booed by a section of the crowd at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. While MI did win their next two games in IPL 2024, the rumours of a possible rift between Rohit and Hardik continued to dominate headlines and the loss against Chennai Super Kings once again led to massive criticism from fans and experts. However, following MI's thrilling win over Punjab Kings on Thursday, Hardik and Rohit shared a brilliant moment and it is exactly what Mumbai Indians fans wanted to see as the team eye resurgence in IPL 2024.
"We Were Soft In...": Hardik Pandya's Honest Admission After Narrow Win Against Punjab Kings
Following the victory against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya said that it was a good game to win and during the second innings, everyone's nerves got tested. Brilliant bowling performances by Jasprit Bumrah and Gerald Coetzee guided the Mumbai Indians (MI) to a 9-run victory over the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 33rd encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh, on Thursday.
With 'Sweep Shot' Against Jasprit Bumrah, PBKS Star Ashutosh Sharma Fulfils Dream
Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Ashutosh Sharma, who caught the attention of fans worldwide with his blinder against Mumbai Indians (MI), said it was his dream to hit a sweep 'against the world's best bowler' Jasprit Bumrah. Despite Ashutosh's heroics, who almost pulled off the heist for Punjab, Jasprit Bumrah (3/21) and Gerald Coetzee's (3/32) superb spells coupled with a scintillating 78-run knock from Surya Kumar Yadav helped Mumbai Indians edge Punjab Kings by nine runs in a thrilling match at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur.
Jasprit Bumrah's Public Declaration Of Mumbai Indians Role Is 'Message' For Captain Hardik Pandya
Already a match-winner for Mumbai Indians, Jasprit Bumrah isn't entirely a happy man when it comes to his role in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. The seasoned seamer has emerged as the wrecker-in-chief for his franchise, picking up wickets at regular intervals, but he wants more responsibilities on his shoulders. After emerging as the player of the match for his franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Punjab Kings on Thursday, Bumrah made it clear to the skipper Hardik Pandya the role he wants to play.
Watch: Seeing Jasprit Bumrah's Yorker Swept For Six, Zaheer Khan Can't Keep Calm
Punjab Kings found a new gem in the form of uncapped batter Ashutosh Sharma who hit some exquisite shots to almost take his team across the line in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Mumbai Indians on Thursday. With his 28-ball 61, Ashutosh took Punjab close to Mumbai's total of 192 runs but his dismissal brought an end to the hosts' chase of the target that looked impossible at one point of time. While Ashutosh hit 7 sixes during his stay at the crease, his finest attempt came against Jasprit Bumrah when he dispatched a yorker to the stands.
"Captain Needs To Find Some Form": Ex RCB Star's No Nonsense Hardik Pandya Verdict
It has been a disappointing campaign for Mumbai Indians in the ongoing IPL 2024 till now. The five-time champions courted controversy before the start of the season when they appointed Hardik Pandya in place of Rohit Sharma as their captain - a decision that split their fanbase as well as experts. Things did not improve as they slumped to three consecutive defeats. Hardik and Co did win their next two games but a loss against Chennai Super Kings after conceding more than 200 runs in 20 overs once again led to massive criticism. Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch weighed in on MI's show in IPL 2024 and his verdict included mentions of two of their star cricketers - Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah.