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"Rishabh Became Better Since MS Dhoni Stopped Playing": Sourav Ganguly

Axar Patel's promotion in Delhi Capitals batting order is being seriously contemplated by the management, team Director Sourav Ganguly said on the eve of IPL game against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday. Ganguly, however, expects DC vice captain to bowl a better line after getting some hammering from Kyle Mayers and Nicholas Pooran. "Yeah that's (batting) been discussed and he will bat up the order as his batting has improved. He has batted exceptionally well on difficult tracks against Australia and hopefully he can score runs for us," Ganguly told mediapersons.

Gujarat Titans Likely Playing XI vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2023: Will David Miller Replace Injured Kane Williamson?

After starting their IPL 2023 campaign with a thumping win over Chennai Super Kings in the first match, defending champions Gujarat Titans are all set to take on Delhi Capitals, in their next clash on Tuesday in Delhi. During the season opener, the Hardik Pandya-led side faced a blow as their batter and New Zealand star Kane Williamson got ruled due to a knee injury. However, the team also has a bright side to look at as aggressive South Africa batter David Miller will be marking his return to the GT camp with this clash. It will be interesting to see whether he replaces Williamson in the Playing XI or not.

On 'Chasing' With Virat Kohli, RCB Captain Faf du Plessis' Glorious Take

Following his team's 8-wicket win over Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis praised his match-winning 148-run opening partnership with Virat Kohli and said "that's how you chase a target." Virat Kohli's unbeaten 82 and Faf du Plessis' 73 helped Royal Challengers Bangalore register a comprehensive eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Sunday to start their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season with a victory.

Delhi Capitals Likely Playing XI vs Gujarat Titans, IPL 2023: Will Anrich Nortje Mark His Return?

After losing their opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Delhi Capitals gear up for their first home game of the campaign, facing defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT). Delhi were of no match against Lucknow, losing by 50 runs but now face Gujarat in a bid to bring their campaign back on track. The David Warner-led franchise will be boosted by the return of Anrich Nortje and Lungi Ngidi, however, only one of them is likely to be drafted into the playing XI.

"Wanted To Show Aggression...": Punjab Kings' Arshdeep Singh On His Death Stare To Anukul Roy

Pacer Arshdeep Singh once again proved his worth after his spell helped Punjab Kings defeat Kolkata Knight Riders, in their campaign opener of IPL 2023 on Saturday. Playing in Mohali, PBKS posted a whopping total of 191/5 in 20 overs after being asked to bat first. Later, KKR were batting at 146/7 in 16 overs when the remainder of the match got called off due to heavy rain and PBKS were declared as winners by 7 runs (DLS method). Out of the seven wickets that fell for KKR, three were scalped by Arshdeep, which included the likes of Mandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, and Venkatesh Iyer. However, the 23-year-old pacer not only made headlines for his exceptional bowling but also for the strange send-off, which he gave to Roy after dismissing him.

MS Dhoni To Have Seat Named After Him At Wankhede, Exactly Where 2011 World Cup-Winning Six Landed

One of the greatest cricketers of all time, MS Dhoni is a name that resonates with every cricket fan in the country. Dhon's aura goes beyond the sport, all thanks to what he has done for his country over the years. As entire India celebrated the 12th anniversary of the team winning the 2011 ODI World Cup, the MCA president confirmed a big decision, to name a seat at the Wankhede Stadium after the wicket-keeper batter, that too at the exact spot where his title-winning six had landed.

Watch: MS Dhoni Confronts Tushar Deshpande Over No-Ball Issue, Lends Tips After CSK's Triumph Over LSG

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) outscored Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 12 runs in their first home match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season. However, things were far from perfect for the MS Dhoni-led franchise, with pacer Tushar Deshpande leaking no-balls and wides, much to the disappointment of the skipper. However, after CSK sealed the win by 12 runs, Dhoni had a chat with Deshpande over the issue, where he could be seen lending him some tips over preventing no-balls.

Watch: Tilak Varma Plays 'Helicopter' Shot vs RCB, Draws MS Dhoni Comparisons

Tilak Varma batted with aplomb, smashing a scintillating fifty to single-handedly power Mumbai Indians to a competitive 171 for seven against Royal Challengers Bangalore in their opening IPL match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday. Sent in to bat, five-time champions MI had a poor start but Varma, coming off a successful last season, delivered the goods as he held the innings together with an unbeaten 46-ball 84-run knock. His innings was laced with nine boundaries and four sixes.

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"Rishabh Became Better Since MS Dhoni Stopped Playing": Sourav Ganguly

Gujarat Titans Likely Playing XI vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2023: Will David Miller Replace Injured Kane Williamson?

On 'Chasing' With Virat Kohli, RCB Captain Faf du Plessis' Glorious Take

Delhi Capitals Likely Playing XI vs Gujarat Titans, IPL 2023: Will Anrich Nortje Mark His Return?

"Wanted To Show Aggression...": Punjab Kings' Arshdeep Singh On His Death Stare To Anukul Roy

MS Dhoni To Have Seat Named After Him At Wankhede, Exactly Where 2011 World Cup-Winning Six Landed

Watch: MS Dhoni Confronts Tushar Deshpande Over No-Ball Issue, Lends Tips After CSK's Triumph Over LSG

Watch: Tilak Varma Plays 'Helicopter' Shot vs RCB, Draws MS Dhoni Comparisons