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"Leave Out Steve Smith, MS Dhoni...": LSG Boss Recalls Losing IPL Final With Pune

The Lucknow Super Giants are preparing for a fresh hunt for the Indian Premier League (IPL) title, and many changes are expected in the team at the mega auction. While it isn't yet known if skipper KL Rahul will continue to lead the team, a big change has already been brought in by the bosses, with Zaheer Khan coming into the side as a mentor. LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka, who recently introduced Zaheer as the team's mentor, spoke of the need to have an Indian mind in the support staff to get the best out of the players, hence the legendary pacer was signed.

"Thala And Thalapathy": CSK's Viral Post Featuring MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja At A Farm

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) shared an edited picture of their two stalwarts MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja enjoying each other's company at a farm. The image has now gone viral on social media. CSK icon Dhoni is arguably the greatest captain in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), leading his side to a record-equalling five titles. Jadeja, on the other hand, has been a consistent performer for the franchise. In fact, both have both featured in every edition of the IPL, spending majority of their careers at CSK.

As Babar Azam Slips To 9th In Test Ranking, Ex-Pak Star Says "Should Go Down In ODIs Too"

Pakistan star batter Babar Azam slipped to the 9th spot in the latest ICC Test rankings amid a poor run of form in the longest format of the game. Babar, who hasn't scored a Test century since December 2022, managed scores of 22 and 0 as Pakistan were stunned by Bangladesh in the first Test last week. However, former Pakistan batter Basit Ali feels that Babar slipping to ninth could prove to be a blessing in disguise for the former Pakistan captain, who will be motivated to do well in the series-deciding second Test against Bangladesh.

Pakistan Great's Plea As Jay Shah Takes Up ICC Chairman Job

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary Jay Shah is set to take over as chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in December. Shah was elected unopposed with the backing of 15 board members, making him the youngest chairman of world cricket's governing body. For Shah, the first thing on the agenda would be next year's Champions Trophy, which as of now, is slated to be held in Pakistan. As the Champions Trophy's fate hangs in the balance, former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has urged Shah to uphold sportsman spirit, suggesting that the new ICC chairman should help in getting the Indian cricket team travel clearance for the Champions Trophy.

"Want To Give Good Answer But...": Jasprit Bumrah's Reply To Tough Batsman Question Stuns Internet

Truly the 'Kohinoor' of Indian cricket, Jasprit Bumrah is arguably the most important player in Indian cricket across the three formats at present. His pace and precision was crucial to help India win the T20 World Cup 2024, and the marquee pacer remains key to the national team's plans for winning more ICC trophies in the years to come. Though not the most talkative of cricketers, Bumrah left everyone stunned when he was asked if he has come across 'tough' batters in his career that he was troubled against.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1 Live Score: Toss Delayed Due To Rain

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1 LIVE Score and Updates: After losing to Bangladesh for the first time in Test cricket, nothing but a dominant win would help Pakistan make amends. However, they've already been struck by a blow, as talisman Shaheen Shah Afridi had to leave the team to attend the birth of his child. In place, leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed could find a spot. With the match staying at the same location - Rawalpindi - Bangladesh will be hoping to bat out a draw at the very least, in order to pull off a historic series win. (Live Scorecard)

South Africa Star Takes Dig At Suryakumar Yadav's T20 World Cup Catch. Gets Trolled, Then Says This

Suryakumar Yadav's sensational catch in the final of 2024 T20 World Cup against South Africa in Barbados went viral. The stunning grab from Suryakumar at the boundary line was so close that it led to a controversy. Needing 16 runs from the final over, South Africa had David Miller on the strike. The southpaw hit a wide full toss from Hardik Pandya but Suryakumar was able to catch the ball inside the ropes at long-off, realised it just as he went over the boundary, and then came back in to complete an astonishing catch.

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Snubbed As R Ashwin Names Captain of His All-Time IPL XI

Veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his all-time XI, with a total of 7 Indians making the cut. There were some notable omissions too, with superstars like Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Gautam Gambhir, etc. being snubbed. In Ashwin's XI, as many as four Mumbai Indians players were picked while those who represented Chennai Super Kings, his former franchise, were just two. When it comes to the captaincy pick, Ashwin picked MS Dhoni over Rohit Sharma, despite the fact that the latter has won more IPL titles, especially as a captain.

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"Leave Out Steve Smith, MS Dhoni...": LSG Boss Recalls Losing IPL Final With Pune

"Thala And Thalapathy": CSK's Viral Post Featuring MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja At A Farm

As Babar Azam Slips To 9th In Test Ranking, Ex-Pak Star Says "Should Go Down In ODIs Too"

Pakistan Great's Plea As Jay Shah Takes Up ICC Chairman Job

"Want To Give Good Answer But...": Jasprit Bumrah's Reply To Tough Batsman Question Stuns Internet

Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1 Live Score: Toss Delayed Due To Rain

South Africa Star Takes Dig At Suryakumar Yadav's T20 World Cup Catch. Gets Trolled, Then Says This

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Snubbed As R Ashwin Names Captain of His All-Time IPL XI