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IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans Seek Return To Winning Ways, LSG Eye Top Spot

Gujarat Titans would look to shrug off the defeat in the previous outing and get their mojo back when they clash with Lucknow Super Giants, who will be eager to keep the winning momentum going in IPL here Saturday. While the Titans will look to start afresh after the three-wicket loss to the Rajasthan Royals, LSG got a confidence-boosting 10-run win against the Sanju Samson-led side to climb to the second spot in the points table. Both teams have been a tad inconsistent this season, losing two games each although the Titans have played a match less than LSG. The Titans, who are fourth in the league table, have struggled to defend totals this season.

IPL 2023 - New Update On Shikhar Dhawan's Injury: Punjab Kings Fans Have Enough Reasons To Worry

Punjab Kings will have to wait for another two to three days on the availability of regular captain Shikhar Dhawan, which puts him a doubtful starter for Saturday's clash against Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. Dhawan sustained a shoulder injury during Punjab Kings' match against Gujarat Titans on April 13. Despite missing two matches since then, he is still among the top five most prolific batters this season with 233 runs in four matches at 116.50.

After Apple CEO Watches DC vs KKR Game, Old Video Of His First IPL Match Goes Viral

After losing five games on the trot, Delhi Capitals (DC) finally won their first game of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, beating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 4 wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday. Rain delayed the start of the proceedings, there was enough action to follow once the game started. Apple CEO Tim Cook, who is on a visit to India for the opening of Apple's special stores in Mumbai and Delhi, was in attendance in Delhi for the match, along with Bollywood superstar Sonam Kapoor.

IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians Eye Fourth Win On The Trot, Face Wounded Punjab Kings

Perennial slow starters Mumbai Indians have found their mojo and will be favourites against a faltering Punjab Kings in their Indian Premier League clash on Saturday. Having made a poor start with defeats in first two matches, Mumbai Indians, who are placed sixth in the points table, have been able to bounce back impressively with wins against Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Watch: Mohammed Siraj's Direct Hit Run-Out Stuns Fans In IPL 2023. Virat Kohli's Celebration Is Crazy

It was vintage Virat Kohli on display as he led the Royal Challengers Bangalore side to victory over Punjab Kings. Skipper Faf du Plessis was carrying an injury ahead of the encounter and as a result, the team took a decision to use the Proteas star as the Impact Player. That meant that Kohli came out for the toss as RCB skipper once again and his trademark aggressive attitude was on display during the PBKS innings as he constantly motivated the side and his celebration following a brilliant piece of fielding from Mohammed Siraj to dismiss Harpreet Bhatia has won the internet.

"Other Boards Need To Learn": Ex-Pakistan Star Lauds BCCI For Raising Domestic Competitions' Prize Money

Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has praised the Indian cricket board (BCCI) for announcing a substantial increase in the prize money for domestic competitions. As per the recent announcement, the winners of the Ranji Trophy, India's premier first-class cricket tournament, will receive prize money of Rs 5 crore (approx. USD 670,000). Kaneria took to Twitter to express his appreciation for the move and added that other cricket boards from across the world should learn from the BCCI.

Chennai Super Kings Predicted XI vs SunRisers Hyderabad: Will Ben Stokes Make His Return?

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) return to their fortress as they take on SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. CSK have won 19 of their last 23 games at the Chepauk, while SRH are yet to beat them on the road. CSK's star all-rounder Ben Stokes, who has been out of action due to a toe injury, took part in the net practice and is available for selection. However, with CSK eyeing a winning run, it will be interesting to see whether CSK will make a tweak or two in their playing XI.

"Quadriceps And...": Virat Kohli On 3 Things He Would "Beg, Borrow And Steal" From MS Dhoni

India batter Virat Kohli and former captain of the team, MS Dhoni, share a great camaraderie with each other. Dhoni had gradually passed the captaincy baton to Kohli across formats before he called it quits at the highest level on August 15, 2020. While leading the Indian team that too with Dhoni behind the stumps, Kohli didn't shy away from learning and taking suggestions from the wicketkeeper-batter. This saw Kohli growing into a much-better captain. However, it is not only the tactical acumen of Dhoni that Kohli wants to adopt. In a recent interaction, he has revealed that he would love to have "quadriceps, calves, composure" of Dhoni.

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IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans Seek Return To Winning Ways, LSG Eye Top Spot

IPL 2023 - New Update On Shikhar Dhawan's Injury: Punjab Kings Fans Have Enough Reasons To Worry

After Apple CEO Watches DC vs KKR Game, Old Video Of His First IPL Match Goes Viral

IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians Eye Fourth Win On The Trot, Face Wounded Punjab Kings

Watch: Mohammed Siraj's Direct Hit Run-Out Stuns Fans In IPL 2023. Virat Kohli's Celebration Is Crazy

"Other Boards Need To Learn": Ex-Pakistan Star Lauds BCCI For Raising Domestic Competitions' Prize Money

Chennai Super Kings Predicted XI vs SunRisers Hyderabad: Will Ben Stokes Make His Return?

"Quadriceps And...": Virat Kohli On 3 Things He Would "Beg, Borrow And Steal" From MS Dhoni