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"Can't You Score...": Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Exchange With 'Mumbai Boy' Yashasvi Jaiswal

Legendary Indian cricket team batter Sunil Gavaskar had a cheeky exchange with Yashasvi Jaiswal after the youngster guided Rajasthan Royals to victory over Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2024 match on Monday. Jaiswal slammed an unbeaten 104 as RR comfortably chased down a target of 180 against a hapless MI bowling attack. This was the second IPL century for Jaiswal and incidentally, his first ton also came against MI. After the match, Gavaskar asked the 'Mumbai boy' Jaiswal why he always scores centuries against MI and the exchange has gone viral on social media. Jaiswal quickly responded that he did not have anything specific in his mind and he was trying to do what works well for him.

India Won't Travel To Pakistan For Champions Trophy 2025? Report Makes Bold Claim

Team India may not travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year, and the venue for the event will likely get shifted or a hybrid model used, sources in the BCCI told IANS on Tuesday. They added that a bilateral series with the neighbours is “unlikely” in the near future. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Monday reportedly said that they would think about a bilateral series with India if they send their team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. However, sources in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said, "Forget bilateral series...Team India may not even travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. There might be a change of venue, s hybrid model is also possible."

Watch: 'Freak' Run-Out Or Fake Fielding? Bizarre Dismissal Splits Internet

A dismissal in the Oman D10 competition has gone viral on social media and it has sparked a huge debate among the cricket fans over run-out laws. During the Oman D10 match between Ghubrah Giants and Ruwi Rangers, Barathwaj Vinayagam was run out thanks to a direct hit from Rangers cricketer Aflal Kariapper. Kariapper collected the ball well and pulled off a no-look throw to dismiss the batter and he received a lot of praise from both his teammates and the commentators. However, some fans on social media believe that it was 'fake fielding' and the run-out attempt should not have counted.

Class 8 Dropout, With No Cricket Knowledge, Wins Rs 1.5 Crore In IPL Fantasy Gaming; Thought It Was Fraud

When luck favours one never knows. That same was the case with Deepu Ojha. The resident of Kohda village in Bihar's Arrah district, struck gold, winning a cash prize Of 1.5 crore rupees by playing IPL fantasy gaming on a mobile gaming app during the KKR vs RCB IPL match on Sunday. He picked Andre Russell as the captain in the match. He is a class 8 dropout and works in a garage as a car mechanic.

"Rohit Sharma Doesn't Hug People": MI Head Coach's Sensational Revelation

Mumbai Indians (MI) head coach Mark Boucher has revealed that star batter and former captain Rohit Sharma often gives awkward hugs and handshakes to others. In a video uploaded by MI's social media handles, the coaching staff of the franchises shared unknown facts about their players. Head coach Mark Boucher, batting coach Kieron Pollard and bowling coach James Pannent offered the behind-the-scenes glimpse into the dynamics of the MI players. "Coaches spill the tea on our players and you don't want to miss this!" MI captioned the video.

"Brain Fatt Jayega If You Play For MI...": IPL Winner's Blunt Take On 'Culture' At 5-Time Champions

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings are two most successful teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Out of the 16 completed seasons so far, the two teams have won the title five times each. No other team in the IPL has been even half as successful as these two franchises. Ambati Rayudu is one of the few players, who have played for both the franchises. He is only the second player along with Rohit Sharma to win the IPL trophy for a record six times.

India's T20 World Cup Squad: Three Under-Performing Stars Issued Big Warning By WC Winner

The IPL 2024 is at its halfway stage. By now, there appears a clear demarcation between the teams which are top performing from the laggards. Rajasthan Royals, SunRisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders are the top three sides while Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the bottom three sides. This time the IPL holds extra significance. Just after the IPL 2024, the Indian cricket team will compete at the T20 World Cup 2024. The squad for the event is likely to be announced by the end of this month .

Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, IPL 2024: Match Preview, Fantasy Picks, Pitch And Weather Reports

Match 39 of the Indian Premier League, 2024, will be played between Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants (CSK vs LSG). The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on Tuesday. Chennai Super Kings have played seven matches this season and are ranked fourth on the points table with eight points, while Lucknow Super Giants have also played seven matches and are ranked fifth on the points table, also with eight points.

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"Can't You Score...": Sunil Gavaskar's Cheeky Exchange With 'Mumbai Boy' Yashasvi Jaiswal

India Won't Travel To Pakistan For Champions Trophy 2025? Report Makes Bold Claim

Watch: 'Freak' Run-Out Or Fake Fielding? Bizarre Dismissal Splits Internet

Class 8 Dropout, With No Cricket Knowledge, Wins Rs 1.5 Crore In IPL Fantasy Gaming; Thought It Was Fraud

"Rohit Sharma Doesn't Hug People": MI Head Coach's Sensational Revelation

"Brain Fatt Jayega If You Play For MI...": IPL Winner's Blunt Take On 'Culture' At 5-Time Champions

India's T20 World Cup Squad: Three Under-Performing Stars Issued Big Warning By WC Winner

Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, IPL 2024: Match Preview, Fantasy Picks, Pitch And Weather Reports