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"Tea, Cappuccino, Then These Things Happened": Dinesh Karthik Sums Up RCB's Fragile Batting Order

Dinesh Karthik has been the crisis man for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) this season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Karthik, who had a season to forget last year, has raised his stocks once again, with IPL 2024 likely to be his last in the tournament. The 38-year-old played the rescue act once against on Saturday when RCB almost threw away their playoff hopes. Chasing 148 against the Gujarat Titans, RCB went from 92/0 to 117/6 with Noor Ahmad and Joshua Little doing the damage with the ball after the powerplay.

Virender Sehwag Schools 'Lucky' Shubman Gill, Triggers Another 'Strike-Rate Debate'

Former India batter Virender Sehwag has suggested that Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill is lucky to have his name in the travelling reserves for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas. Gill did not find a place in the 15-man squad, with the selectors preferring another youngster in Yashasvi Jaiswal for the openers slot. Gil, however, is one of the four travelling reserves. Gill, who was the Orange Cap winner last season, has only scored 322 runs in 11 matches during the ongoing season of IPL. Sehwag feels Gill should focus on scoring more runs so that he doesn't get dropped from the team in the future.

"Not Sure If It's Great": Ex-RCB Star's Blunt Take On IPL 'Impact Player' Rule

Australia speedster Josh Hazlewood is not sure whether the "Impact Substitute" rule, which was introduced in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is a "great rule" or not and believes the rule might need a bit of tinkering. The Impact Player rule allows the IPL teams to name five substitutes, one of whom could come on as a sub for a player who has been named in the playing XI. With the rule, teams have been able to deepen their batting line-up which has led to high-scoring games throughout the season.

Why Didn't Harshal Patel Celebrate MS Dhoni's Golden Duck? His Reply Wins Internet

After dismissing former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper MS Dhoni for a golden duck in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Sunday, Punjab Kings (PBKS) bowler Harshal Patel said he has too much respect for the 42-year-old legend and hence did not celebrate his wicket. Harshal picked up three wickets and gave 24 runs in his four-over spell at an economy rate of 6.00. He removed Dhoni for a golden duck in the fifth ball of the 19th over. While speaking after the first inning, Harshal commented on the pitch at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium and said the wicket was dry. The PBKS bowler added that during his first over the ball was reversing.

Overseas Gujarat Titans Star Receives Special Gift From Virat Kohli With Personal Message

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) icon Virat Kohli reclaimed the IPL 2024 Orange Cap, awarded to the leading run-scorer of the tournament, on Friday. Kohli, who was nine run behind Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, hit a quickfire 42 off 27 balls during the match against Gujarat Titans (GT) to go top of the charts with 542 runs in 11 matches. Kohli hit two 4s and four 6s before being outfoxed by young GT spinner Noor Ahmad in the 11th over.

Team India's 'Leaked' T20 World Cup 2024 Jersey Takes Social Media By Storm

With the T20 World Cup 2024 less than a month away from its commencement, the Indian cricket team's jersey has reportedly been 'leaked' on social media. Pictures of India's new kit for the global event are spreading like wildfire on social media. The leaked images show that the jersey has tri-colour stripes on a v-shaped neck. On the saffron sleeves, the traditional three stripes of sports apparel giant Adidas can be seen. It isn't the first time that Team India's new kit has been 'leaked' on social media, but it's a big blow as such releases are usually done through formal channels.

"There's Terror Threat To T20 World Cup": Trinidad And Tobago PM Reveals; ICC Reacts

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has said it is working closely with Men's T20 World Cup host countries – the West Indies and the USA – to ensure appropriate plans are in place amidst a terror threat to the showpiece event. The men's T20 World Cup is scheduled to take place in the West Indies and the USA from June 1-29. Reports emerged from various sections in the Caribbean media that the World Cup hosting islands in the region received terror threats from an organisation in North Pakistan.

"Bahut Dhakke Aur Dhoke Khaake...": Virat Kohli's Witty Reply When Asked About His Alternate Career

Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli has been in a red-hot form in the ongoing edition of the IPL. Despite RCB having a horrendous campaign with only three victories in 10 matches, Kohli has been delivering brilliant performances. With 500 runs in 10 matches, Kohli is one of the highest run-scorers of the season. The 35-year-old cricketer is widely popular for his hardcore dedication towards fitness and cricket. Apart from this, he is also known for his fun-loving personality.

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"Tea, Cappuccino, Then These Things Happened": Dinesh Karthik Sums Up RCB's Fragile Batting Order

Virender Sehwag Schools 'Lucky' Shubman Gill, Triggers Another 'Strike-Rate Debate'

"Not Sure If It's Great": Ex-RCB Star's Blunt Take On IPL 'Impact Player' Rule

Why Didn't Harshal Patel Celebrate MS Dhoni's Golden Duck? His Reply Wins Internet

Overseas Gujarat Titans Star Receives Special Gift From Virat Kohli With Personal Message

Team India's 'Leaked' T20 World Cup 2024 Jersey Takes Social Media By Storm

"There's Terror Threat To T20 World Cup": Trinidad And Tobago PM Reveals; ICC Reacts

"Bahut Dhakke Aur Dhoke Khaake...": Virat Kohli's Witty Reply When Asked About His Alternate Career