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Watch: Sanju Samson's Cheeky Reminder To Kumar Sangakkara In Middle Of Speech Leaves RR Players In Splits

Rajasthan Royals remain one of the most formidable outfits in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season. With two wins in three matches, the franchise sits in the top half of the season. After their recent win over Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan's head coach Kumar Sangakkara hailed skipper Sanju Samson for the way he led the team. In the middle of the dressing room speech, however, Sangakkara was given a cheeky reminder by Sanju over another aspect of his game that the Sri Lankan forgot to mention.

Punjab Kings Predicted XI Against Sunrisers Hyderabad: Will Kagiso Rabada Add More Firepower?

It will be a battle of opposites when the unbeaten Punjab Kings take on the winless Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 on Sunday. PBKS have been enjoying a rich run of form with a narrow win over Rajasthan Royals in their last encounter thanks to brilliant batting performances from Shikhar Dhawan and Prabhsimran Singh. Fast bowler Nathan Ellis also contributed with an impressive four-wicket haul. On the other hand, SRH have struggled with their last defeat coming against Lucknow Super Giants as they both struggled with bat and ball and Harry Brook continued to draw a blank.

IPL 2023: Hardik Pandya Misses Gujarat Titans' Clash Against Kolkata Knight Riders - Here's Why

Gujarat Titans stand-in skipper Rashid Khan won the toss and elected to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. Gujarat Titans are undefeated in the IPL 2023 after playing two matches against Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals. GT will be keen to reclaim the first spot in the IPL table without Hardik Pandya. Hardik won't feature for GT today because he is unwell. On the other hand, KKR will be keen to end Gujarat Titans' dominance and register their second victory in the IPL 2023.

"Makes Us Feel Bad...": AB De Villiers Reveals Virat Kohli's "Most Annoying Habit"

Batter Virat Kohli has been an integral part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore for many years now. Making his IPL debut with it's inauguration in 2008, the former India skipper has played 225 matches for the franchise and smashed 6727 runs, with five centuries and 45 half-centuries. Over the years, Kohli has gained immense fan following not just because of his blistering performances but also for his equations with his teammates. The biggest example of this is his friendship with former South Africa star and IPL legend AB de Villiers. The duo shared an extra ordinary bond both on and off the field and took RCB to great heights.

Watch: Sanju Samson or Superman? RR Captain's Stunning Catch To Dismiss Prithvi Shaw Wins Internet

Sanju Samson is one of the trustworthy employees behind the stumps. While playing for Rajasthan Royals against Delhi Capitals, the player pulled off a stunning catch to reaffirm his brilliance as a wicketkeeper. A fuller delivery from Trent Boult during DC's chase of 200 outplayed Prithvi Shaw. The ball which was angled outside by Boult, swung into Shaw and got an outside edge of his willow. The edge changed the direction of the ball and RR wicketkeeper Samson quickly jumped to his right and took a sensational catch to cut short the innings of Shaw.

GT vs KKR Live Score, IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans Eye No. 1 Spot With Win Over Kolkata Knight Riders

GT vs KKR, IPL 2023 Live Updates: Holders Gujarat Titans eye a hat-trick of wins when they take on Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Apart from the home advantage, GT have the players to achieve their goals, and it has been all too visible in the first two games of the season.

IPL 2023: In Unflinching Criticism, Delhi Capitals Chairman Parth Jindal Raises 'Intent' Question

Three defeats in three matches see Delhi Capitals staring at another unfulfilled season, with the David Warner-led side struggling to compete with other franchises in the league. In defeats against Lucknow Super Giants, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals, the incapability of Delhi's batting unit was brutally exposed. Taking to Twitter, the franchise's chairman and co-owner Parth Jindal didn't mince words while criticising the team's batters for their 'intent'.

MS Dhoni Returns To Wankhede, Says Venue Special "Not Only Because Of 2011 WC But For..."

MS Dhoni was back at the Wankhede Stadium on Saturday for Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2023 game against Mumbai Indians. And the venue turned out to be a happy hunting ground for Dhoni yet again as CSK defeated MI. It was at this ground that Dhoni had led India to a win over Sri Lanka in the final of the 2011 World Cup. The six that Dhoni hit off Nuwan Kulasekara will forever be etched in the mind of all Indians. Dhoni has long left international cricket but he continues to be the pillar of strength for CSK. However, he revealed that the return to Wankhede was special not only for the 2011 World Cup win.

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Watch: Sanju Samson's Cheeky Reminder To Kumar Sangakkara In Middle Of Speech Leaves RR Players In Splits

Punjab Kings Predicted XI Against Sunrisers Hyderabad: Will Kagiso Rabada Add More Firepower?

IPL 2023: Hardik Pandya Misses Gujarat Titans' Clash Against Kolkata Knight Riders - Here's Why

"Makes Us Feel Bad...": AB De Villiers Reveals Virat Kohli's "Most Annoying Habit"

Watch: Sanju Samson or Superman? RR Captain's Stunning Catch To Dismiss Prithvi Shaw Wins Internet

GT vs KKR Live Score, IPL 2023: Gujarat Titans Eye No. 1 Spot With Win Over Kolkata Knight Riders

IPL 2023: In Unflinching Criticism, Delhi Capitals Chairman Parth Jindal Raises 'Intent' Question

MS Dhoni Returns To Wankhede, Says Venue Special "Not Only Because Of 2011 WC But For..."