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Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans, Hourly Weather Update: Rain Threat Looms Over Wankhede

It's 3rd vs 4th in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday as Mumbai Indians (MI) host Gujarat Titans (GT), as fight for a place in playoffs heat up. Five-time champions MI have won seven out of 11 and sit third with 14 points so far, while GT have the exact same number of points, having a played a game less. Currently on a six-game winning run, MI they have not conceded a total in excess of 200 either at home or away even once. There Net Run-Rate is best amongst all the teams fighting for a place in the playoffs (+1.274).

Mumbai Indians Can Finish Top Or Drop To 7th Spot In IPL 2025 - Both Scenarios Explained

Mumbai Indians climbed to the No. 3 spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 points table, courtesy of a splendid run in the competition that saw them win six matches on the trot. With 7 victories in 11 matches to their name, the Hardik Pandya-led MI have emerged as arguably the most in-form team in the game. But, a spot in the playoffs is not yet sealed for the franchise. Though Mumbai have 14 points to their name, they would be eager to win at least two of the remaining three games.

Mumbai T20 League Auction: CSK, KKR Youngsters Among Top Players Up For Grabs

Rising stars Ayush Mhatre, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and Tanush Kotian will be among star attractions when 280 players go under the hammer in the T20 Mumbai League auction here on Wednesday. The third season of the league, featuring eight teams, will be held at the Wankhede Stadium from May 26 to June 8. Besides the 17-year-old Mhatre, who has been making waves with his spectacular performances in the ongoing IPL, Raghuvanshi, and Kotian, Musheer Khan are also among the key attractions.

Virat Kohli Reveals Surprise Name For Cricketer Who Had The 'Biggest Impact' On Him

Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli revealed how ex-South African wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher had the "biggest impact" on him during his early days with the franchise and helped him overcome difficulties in playing short balls. Virat was speaking on the RCB Podcast's latest episode, released on the franchise's YouTube channel. Speaking about Boucher, Virat said that he came with a mindset that he is going to help Indian players and saw a bit of potential in him. He also said that Boucher told him that he would be doing himself a "disservice" if he did not go on to play for India in all formats.

After 2 Wins In 7 Matches, Delhi Capitals Advised To Bring Back Axed Rs 9 Crore Star

Following the Delhi Capitals (DC) washout, Indian spin veteran Piyush Chawla expressed doubts over the Blue and Red team's hopes for the playoffs, saying that they look in danger of losing their chance of reaching the final four stage. After a low-scoring innings at Uppal Stadium, DC managed to escape a potential loss and walked away with one point to their names, keeping their playoff hopes alive. After win in their first five matches, DC has been shaky, with just a win, four losses and a no result in their knext games. Speaking on the 'Match Centre Live' on JioHotstar, JioStar Expert Piyush talked about changes in DC's opening line-up and backed Jake Fraser McGurk to play again after a string of failures.

LIVE: Police launch investigation after body of unidentified woman found - latest updates

Police have launched an investigation after the body of a woman was found near a south Manchester cricket club.

Virat Kohli Finally Breaks Silence On Quitting As India, RCB Captain: "Was Exposed..."

The constant pressure of leading India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru for nearly a decade and the relentless scrutiny around his batting "became too much in the end" for Virat Kohli, who says he stepped down from leadership to be in a "happy space". Kohli resigned as T20 captain after the World Cup in 2021, following which he also relinquished RCB's leadership role. A year later, he quit Test captaincy following the defeat to South Africa. Kohli said he reached a point in his career where the constant attention became unbearable. "At one point, it did become tough for me because there was just too much happening in my career. I was captaining India for a period of 7-8 years. I captained RCB for nine years. There were expectations on me from a batting perspective every game that I played," said Kohli in an 'RCB Bold Diaries' podcast.

MS Dhoni Set For Eden Gardens Swansong Amid KKR's Must-Win Clash vs CSK

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's possible final hurrah at the Eden Gardens will be a captivating sub-plot when Kolkata Knight Riders square off against Chennai Super Kings in a must-win clash in front of a crowd expected to be draped in yellow, here on Wednesday. While five-time champions CSK are already out of the playoff race, Dhoni remains at the helm, and his presence alone is expected to turn Eden yellow, despite the match being on KKR's home turf. For a city where Dhoni has deep personal ties -- his in-laws live here, and it is where he played much of his junior cricket -- Wednesday could end up being emotionally charged for both the 43-year-old and his fans.

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Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans, Hourly Weather Update: Rain Threat Looms Over Wankhede

Mumbai Indians Can Finish Top Or Drop To 7th Spot In IPL 2025 - Both Scenarios Explained

Mumbai T20 League Auction: CSK, KKR Youngsters Among Top Players Up For Grabs

Virat Kohli Reveals Surprise Name For Cricketer Who Had The 'Biggest Impact' On Him

After 2 Wins In 7 Matches, Delhi Capitals Advised To Bring Back Axed Rs 9 Crore Star

LIVE: Police launch investigation after body of unidentified woman found - latest updates

Virat Kohli Finally Breaks Silence On Quitting As India, RCB Captain: "Was Exposed..."

MS Dhoni Set For Eden Gardens Swansong Amid KKR's Must-Win Clash vs CSK