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"Definitely Not": What Sunil Gavaskar Said On MS Dhoni's Future In IPL

Chennai Super Kings's hopes of qualifying for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 playoffs were dashed on Thursday as the side stumbled to a five-wicket loss against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. Batting first, CSK were bundled out for 97 as Daniel Sams returned with three wickets. Skipper MS Dhoni was the lone ranger for CSK as he played an unbeaten knock of 36 but he did not get the desired support at the other end and ran out of partners. Speaking after the game, former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar said that Dhoni is still keen to do well for the franchise hence he expects him to play in the next season as well.

"Now Look What Happened": Sunil Gavaskar Slams Rajasthan Royals Over Sanju Samson's Batting Position

In Rajasthan Royals' defeat against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday, Sanju Samson came in to bat at No.5, with Ravichandran Ashwin and Devdutt Padikkal promoted above their skipper. While both Ashwin (50) and Padikkal (48) made hefty contributions, Samson was out for just 6 off four deliveries as he tried to clear the ropes but found the fielder in the deep off Anrich Nortje's bowling. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar was not best pleased by the Royals' tactics and blamed Samson's batting position for his failure to play an impactful innings.

"Huge Difference Between County And Test Attack": Sunil Gavaskar Gives His Take On Cheteshwar Pujara's India Comeback Chances

Cheteshwar Pujara has been in great form in the County Championship for Sussex. In his four matches so far, he has scored two double centuries and two tons. His great show has led many to believe that he is prepared to make a comeback to the Indian Test team. Pujara was dropped from the Indian team for the home series against Sri Lanka after some poor run of form. However, with India playing England in a lone Test starting on July 1, which will complete the away series that Team India has been leading 2-1 since last year, the BCCI selectors may be tempted to bring Pujara back in.

Watch: "Tails Bola Hai Na?" KL Rahul Pulling Hardik Pandya's Leg At Toss Is Pure Gold

The Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans face Lucknow Super Giants, led by KL Rahul, in a crucial match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Tuesday. In the clash of the table-toppers, both of whom are on 16 points, the winner will be assured of a place in the playoffs. Before the match, the toss was witness to some hilarious scenes. Rahul pulled Pandya's leg in spectacular fashion as the match between the two news IPL franchises got off on a light-hearted note.

"No Fear In Their Game": Sunil Gavaskar On Gujarat Titans' Success In Debut Season

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar reckons IPL 2022 newbies Gujarat Titans are doing well in the 15th edition of the tournament because they are playing a fearless brand of cricket but at the same time they are not thinking too much about the result. Gujarat Titans are second in the IPL 2022 points table with eight wins in 11 games as Hardik Pandya and company are just one win shy of securing a playoffs berth.

"All These Runs Are Being Kept For...": Sunil Gavaskar Jokes About Virat Kohli's Form

Even as Royal Challengers Bangalore recorded a crucial victory against SunRisers Hyderabad in IPL 2022, Virat Kohli's struggles with the bat continued. Kohli fell for his third golden duck of the season, taking his career tally in the IPL to six. RCB, however, did well to recover from the early blow and went on to score 192 for three, with captain Faf du Plessis hitting an unbeaten half-century. He was aided well by knocks from Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell and Dinesh Karthik.

"Lot Of Catching Up To Do But...": Sunil Gavaskar On Chennai Super Kings Qualification Chances In IPL 2022

Indian Premier League 2022 has entered its most exciting week as the battle for playoffs has intensified. Chennai Super Kings will once again face southern rivals Royal Challengers Bangalore and experts are anticipating a mouth-watering contest. In what would be a test by fire, the RCB will take on the CSK for the second chapter of the Southern derby in a desperate bid to keep their campaign afloat.

IPL showed people have different ways to succeed, can't be just one template, says Virat Kohli

IPL's all-time leading scorer, Virat Kohli, feels playing in the lucrative league for 14 years has made him realise that there is not just one template to succeed in the game in which he has attained superstar status. It also helped him add a different dimension to his "understanding of the game", the former India captain said. Seeking to regain his touch after battling a prolonged slump in form, Kohli has so far accumulated nearly 6500 runs in the IPL, having played for Royal Challengers Bangalore from its inaugural edition in 2008. On IPL's impact on his life, Kohli said on 'Inside RCB' show on Star Sports, "I think outside of playing for India, IPL gave me the platform to show my capabilities, compete against the best in the world and share knowledge with them.

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"Definitely Not": What Sunil Gavaskar Said On MS Dhoni's Future In IPL

"Now Look What Happened": Sunil Gavaskar Slams Rajasthan Royals Over Sanju Samson's Batting Position

"Huge Difference Between County And Test Attack": Sunil Gavaskar Gives His Take On Cheteshwar Pujara's India Comeback Chances

Watch: "Tails Bola Hai Na?" KL Rahul Pulling Hardik Pandya's Leg At Toss Is Pure Gold

"No Fear In Their Game": Sunil Gavaskar On Gujarat Titans' Success In Debut Season

"All These Runs Are Being Kept For...": Sunil Gavaskar Jokes About Virat Kohli's Form

"Lot Of Catching Up To Do But...": Sunil Gavaskar On Chennai Super Kings Qualification Chances In IPL 2022

IPL showed people have different ways to succeed, can't be just one template, says Virat Kohli