Indian skipper ruled out of Proteas series, Pant given captaincy
Indian captain KL Rahul has been ruled out of the upcoming five-match T20 series against the Proteas with injury, with Rishabh Pant named skipper.
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India vs South Africa T20Is: Arshdeep Singh Hones Yorker Skills In First Practice Session
Umran Malik got an extended spell during India's first training session, but it was his colleague Arshdeep Singh who looked way more impressive at the nets, which included honing of his yorker skills. However, both the juniors might have to wait for their turn with Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Avesh Khan ahead in the pack. If push comes to shove, Arshdeep looks a better bet than Umran. The Indian team's evening session under Rahul Dravid and Paras Mhambrey was as intense as it could get.
Arshdeep Singh hones yorker skills, looks better than Umran Malik at nets
Umran Malik got an extended spell during India's first training session, but it was his colleague Arshdeep Singh who looked way more impressive at the nets, which included honing of his yorker skills. However, both the juniors might have to wait for their turn with Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Avesh Khan ahead in the pack. If push comes to shove, Arshdeep looks a better bet than Umran.
Watch: Shikhar Dhawan Gets 'Knocked Out' By Father After Punjab Kings Fail To Qualify For Playoffs
Shikhar Dhawan had another impressive IPL season with the bat despite the Punjab Kings failing to qualify for the Indian Premier League 2022 playoffs. The veteran batter, who had joined PBKS ahead of the start of the season, scored 460 runs in 14 matches at an average of 38.3. However, he would've hoped to take his team to the playoffs. Dhawan, who is also known for his funny social media posts, shared another video on Instagram as he tried to make his fans laugh.
IPL 2022: Harshal Patel Explains His Mindset While Bowling Death Overs In Eliminator vs Lucknow Super Giants
Royal Challengers Bangalore seamer Harshal Patel does feel the nerves while bowling in the death overs but says he wants to be in those extreme pressure situations game after game. The 31-year-old, who represents Haryana at the domestic circuit, has been the most improved bowler in the recent past and has cleverly used his variations to get the better of batters in the death overs.
IPL 2022 Eliminator: Faf du Plessis "Over The Moon" With Rajat Patidar's Stunning Century vs LSG
After a thrilling win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 Eliminator, Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis was 'over the moon' and all praise for centurion Rajat Patidar for his outstanding performance against LSG. Rajat Patidar starred for Royal Challengers Bangalore as they defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 14 runs in the Eliminator clash of IPL 2022 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. Batting first, an unbeaten century by Rajat Patidar (112*) and his 92-run stand with wicketkeeper batter Dinesh Karthik powered Royal Challengers Bangalore to a massive 207/4 in their 20 overs against IPL debutants Lucknow Super Giants.
Bangalore's Patel says he won't shy away from bowling under pressure
Fast bowler Harshal Patel said he wants to be called upon in high-pressure situations after holding his nerve in the death overs as Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Lucknow Super Giants by 14 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator.
"Have Only Seen Zaheer Khan, Ashish Nehra Do That...": Virender Sehwag Heaps Praise On Young Indian Pacer
The Indian cricket squad for the five-match T20I series at home against South Africa, starting on June 9 in New Delhi, was announced on Sunday. The BCCI selectors rewarded several in-form players in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 with a place in the 18-member squad. Prominent among them were Dinesh Karthik, Umran Malik and Arshdeep Singh. While the veteran Karthik impressed with his finishing skills for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the lower order, pacer duo Umran and Arshdeep did well for SunRisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings respectively.