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Viral: Rashid Khan Checks Liam Livingstone's Bat After Monster 117m Six vs GT

In a highly competitive environment like the Indian Premier League (IPL), it is rare to see players appreciating a shot or a delivery by the opposition, with teams focussed solely on winning the match. But Liam Livingstone hit a six so long in Punjab Kings' win on Tuesday that Gujarat Titans players could not help but admire the England player's powerful shot. In the 16th over of PBKS' chase 144-run, Livingstone smashed a 117m six behind square leg off Mohammed Shami. Shami himself couldn't help but smile in astonishment, while GT captain Hardik Pandya's jaw dropped on seeing the hit.

"Back My Decision...": GT Captain Hardik Pandya Explains Surprising Call To Bat First Against Punjab Kings

The decision to go against the trend and bat first did not pay off but it is something Gujarat Titans needed to do to get out of their comfort zone ahead of the bigger battles that await them in the IPL, said skipper Hardik Pandya. Titans, who lead the IPL points table with eight wins from 10 games and are set to reach the play-offs, lost to Punjab by eight wickets on Tuesday. Titans struggled to 143 for eight which Punjab chased down in 16 overs.

Watch: Punjab Kings Star Liam Livingstone Hits Monster 117m Six Against Gujarat Titans - The Biggest Of IPL 2022 Season

As Punjab Kings beat Gujarat Titans by eight wickets on Tuesday, Liam Livingstone smashed a monster six off the bowling of Mohammed Shami. Livingstone came in to bat with Shikhar Dhawan and Bhanuka Rajapaksa having set up the chase of 144 nicely for PBKS and in the 16th over, decided to go after Shami in order to give them a Net Run Rate boost. Livingstone hit 28 runs of the over, including three back-to-back sixes off the first three deliveries of the over, the first of which went all of 117 metres and was the longest six of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.

Why Gujarat Titans Star Shubman Gill Got Angry At Punjab Kings Bowler After Run Out

Shubman Gill fell early in Gujarat Titans' defeat against Punjab Kings at the DY Patil Stadium on Tuesday as he was run out courtesy a brilliant direct hit by Rishi Dhawan. However, he reacted in anger at the bowler, Sandeep Sharma, after he bumped into the pacer while trying to take a quick single. He was seen having a word with Sharma as well as he walked off after being dismissed for 9 runs. Gill hit the ball to cover and took off for a quick single, but Dhawan's accurate throw meant he was caught well short of the crease, especially after the collision slowed him down.

IPL 2022 Points Table Update, Latest Orange Cap, Purple Cap Lists After GT vs PBKS Match 48

Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by eight wickets in Match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday. Chasing a target of 144 runs, PBKS reached 145 for two in 16 overs. Opener Shikhar Dhawan smacked an unbeaten knock of 62 runs off 53 balls and all-rounder Liam Livingstone was also unbeaten with a knock of 30 runs off 10 deliveries. Earlier, GT posted 143 for eight in 20 overs, courtesy of an unbeaten half-century by Sai Sudharsan. Meanwhile, Kagiso Rabada was in top form for PBKS and took four wickets.

IPL 2022: Punjab Kings Thrash Table-Toppers Gujarat Titans To Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Shikhar Dhawan struck a fine half-century as error-prone Punjab Kings finally produced a clinical performance to beat Gujarat Titans by eight wickets and end the IPL table leaders' five-match winning streak here on Tuesday. Pacer Kagiso Rabada snared four wickets as Punjab Kings restricted formidable Gujarat Titans to a below-par 143 for eight after Hardik Pandya opted to bat first. Punjab, who made a mess of what should have been a straightforward chase in their last game, learned from their mistakes to pace the innings much better and overcome the target in 16 overs.

Watch: Hardik Pandya's Animated Celebration After Winning Toss vs PBKS Leaves Twitter In Splits

The toss ahead of a cricket match has usually been a fairly sophisticated affair, with both captains sharing team sheets and shaking hands before they get ready to compete against each other. However, with leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL) pitting close friends against each other, sometimes even the toss becomes an event in itself. On Tuesday, ahead of Gujarat Titans' clash against Punjab Kings, Hardik Pandya engaged in some hilarious banter with opposition skipper Mayank Agarwal. After Hardik tossed the coin up and Mayank called it wrong, the Gujarat Titans skipper pumped his fists and let out a celebratory "Yes!" as if he had taken a wicket or won the match.

IPL 2022, GT Predicted XI vs PBKS: In-Form Gujarat Titans To Maintain Winning Combination?

Gujarat Titans (GT) take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 48 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, on Tuesday. GT are currently on top of the IPL 2022 Points Table with 16 points from nine fixtures, including eight wins and a defeat. In their previous outing, the Hardik Pandya-led side defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Match 43, winning by six wickets. Rahul Tewatia was Gujarat's star performer with an unbeaten knock of 43 runs off 25 balls. The all-rounder smacked five fours and two sixes as Gujarat reached 174 for four in 19.3 overs to chase down a target of 171 runs. Meanwhile, PBKS are seventh in the standings with eight points from nine games (four wins and five defeats). Led by Mayank Agarwal, they lost to former captain KL Rahul's side Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), crashing to a 20-run defeat. Against GT, PBKS will be eyeing a better all-round display and all eyes will be on Liam Livingstone. The all-rounder started this season well but his form has dipped recently. If he finds his form against GT, the Englishman could lead PBKS to a win singlehandedly.

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Viral: Rashid Khan Checks Liam Livingstone's Bat After Monster 117m Six vs GT

"Back My Decision...": GT Captain Hardik Pandya Explains Surprising Call To Bat First Against Punjab Kings

Watch: Punjab Kings Star Liam Livingstone Hits Monster 117m Six Against Gujarat Titans - The Biggest Of IPL 2022 Season

Why Gujarat Titans Star Shubman Gill Got Angry At Punjab Kings Bowler After Run Out

IPL 2022 Points Table Update, Latest Orange Cap, Purple Cap Lists After GT vs PBKS Match 48

IPL 2022: Punjab Kings Thrash Table-Toppers Gujarat Titans To Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Watch: Hardik Pandya's Animated Celebration After Winning Toss vs PBKS Leaves Twitter In Splits

IPL 2022, GT Predicted XI vs PBKS: In-Form Gujarat Titans To Maintain Winning Combination?