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"Need Someone To Raise Finger...": Sanju Samson Doesn't Mince Words After RR's 4-Game Losing Streak

Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson wants his team to accept "failures" and urged individuals to raise their hand and display brilliance as the business end of the IPL starts next week. Despite four defeats on trot, Royals, courtesy their superb show during first half of the tourney are on 16 points and through to the play-offs once Delhi Capitals defeated Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday. "To be very honest, we have to sit back and accept that we are going through some failures," Samson told at post-match presentation ceremony after losing to Punjab Kings by five wickets.

"Don't Come": Ex-India Star Blasts England Stars Leaving IPL 2024 Midway

The IPL 2024 playoffs will not have any England cricketer competing who are part of the T20 World Cup 2024 squad as they were called back by the England Cricket Board (ECB) for a training camp ahead of the competition. As a result, the likes of Jos Buttler (Rajasthan Royals), Phil Salt (Kolkata Knight Riders) and Will Jacks (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) will not be a part of the competition anymore despite the fact that all of their teams are in the race for the playoffs. Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan took to social media to express his feeling regarding the development and he delivered a brutal message for the departing players. "Either be available for full season or don't come!" he posted on X (formerly Twitter).

Watch: Trent Boult's Priceless Reaction As Yuzvendra Chahal Takes A Stunning Catch vs PBKS

Rajasthan Royals were handed a 5-wicket defeat by Punjab Kings in their IPL 2024 game at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday. A hilarious incident took place during PBKS' chase when when a seemingly nervous Yuzvendra Chahal took a good catch to dismiss opener Prabhsimran Singh. The batter top-edged the ball of Trent Boult in the first over of PBKS' chase of 145 runs. Chahal ran behind from short third man and didn't look in complete control before he somehow managed to take the catch.

RR vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2024: Sam Curran's Heroic Knock Steers Punjab Kings To 5-Wicket Win

RR vs PBKS IPL 2024 Highlights: Sam Curran starred as Punjab Kings beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets in their IPL 2024 game in Guwahati on Wednesday. Chasing a modest target of 145 on a tricky surface at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, PBKS reached home in 18.5 overs, thanks to Curran's unbeaten 63 off 41. Avesh Khan and Yuzvendra Chahal picked two wickets apiece but failed to win the game for their side. Earlier, Riyan Parag's fighting knock of 48 off 34 steered RR to 144 for 9 in 20 overs after the side opted to bat first. For PBKS, Sam Curran, Rahul Chahar and Harshal Patel all picked two wickets each. (Scorecard | IPL 2024 Points Table)

RR vs PBKS, IPL 2024: Skipper Sam Curran, Bowlers Lead PBKS To Five-Wicket Win Over Rajasthan Royals

Skipper Sam Curran played the lead act hitting a well-paced fifty and taking two wickets, as Punjab Kings consigned Rajasthan Royals to a five-wicket defeat in their IPL match in Guwahati on Wednesday. The target was a mere 145, but Kings made heavy weather of it on a sluggish track here but Curran (63 not out, 41b, 5x4, 3x6) had a calm head and skills to lift them to their fifth win of the season. PBKS made 145/5 in 18.5 overs. The Englishman received good support from Jitesh Sharma (22, 20b) as the pair added 63 runs in a fluent fifth wicket partnership.

Did 'IPL Scheduling' Hamper India's T20 WC Preparation? Harbhajan Singh Drops Bombshell

Former Indian cricket team spinner Harbhajan Singh expressed his displeasure at the Rohit Sharma-led side's preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. With the IPL 2024 final taking place on May 26, the Indian cricket team players will not have much time to practice with each other as the T20 World Cup will begin from June 2. India will face Ireland in their tournament opener on June 5 and that will allow them to play just two matches before the competition. Harbhajan blamed the 'IPL scheduling' for not allowing the Indian cricket team players for not getting enough time to hold proper training camps.

Massive Blow For RCB Before Do-Or-Die Clash vs CSK. Two Big Stars Leave Camp

Punjab Kings' all-rounder Liam Livingstone on Monday returned to England from the ongoing IPL to undergo a knee recuperation ahead of the next month's T20 World Cup. Along with Livingstone, Jos Buttler (Rajasthan Royals), Will Jacks and Reece Topley (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) also have left the IPL to join England squad ahead of the T20I series against Pakistan, beginning on May 22. The Kings are already eliminated from this IPL after managing just four wins from 12 matches and they are currently at the bottom of the table with eight points.

PBKS' Liam Livingstone Returns To England To Address Knee Niggle Ahead Of T20 World Cup

Punjab Kings' all-rounder Liam Livingstone on Monday returned to England from the ongoing IPL to undergo a knee recuperation ahead of the next month's T20 World Cup. The Kings are already eliminated from this IPL after managing just four wins from 12 matches and they are currently at the bottom of the table with eight points. "IPL done for another year, had to get my knee sorted for the upcoming World Cup," Livingstone wrote on his Instagram wall.

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"Need Someone To Raise Finger...": Sanju Samson Doesn't Mince Words After RR's 4-Game Losing Streak

"Don't Come": Ex-India Star Blasts England Stars Leaving IPL 2024 Midway

Watch: Trent Boult's Priceless Reaction As Yuzvendra Chahal Takes A Stunning Catch vs PBKS

RR vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2024: Sam Curran's Heroic Knock Steers Punjab Kings To 5-Wicket Win

RR vs PBKS, IPL 2024: Skipper Sam Curran, Bowlers Lead PBKS To Five-Wicket Win Over Rajasthan Royals

Did 'IPL Scheduling' Hamper India's T20 WC Preparation? Harbhajan Singh Drops Bombshell

Massive Blow For RCB Before Do-Or-Die Clash vs CSK. Two Big Stars Leave Camp

PBKS' Liam Livingstone Returns To England To Address Knee Niggle Ahead Of T20 World Cup