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"If He Knows More Than ICC...": Shoaib Akhtar Reacts To Virender Sehwag's Comment On His Bowling Action

Former India opening batter Virender Sehwag had earlier this week given a big statement, saying Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar knew that he was chucking. The swashbuckling batter made the statement during an episode of 'Home Of Heroes' on Sports18. Sehwag also said that it was difficult to guess where the ball was coming out of Akhtar's hands. "Shoaib knows he used to jerk his elbow; he knew he was chucking too. Why would ICC ban him otherwise? Brett Lee's hand came down straight, so it was easy to pick the ball. But with Shoaib, you could never guess where the hand and the ball will come from," Sehwag had said on Sports 18.

IPL 2022: Ashwin has done a great job for us, says Sanju Samson after Rajasthan's five-wicket win over CSK

Rajasthan Royals' (RR) skipper Sanju Samson praised all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin for his superb performance that helped them to a five-wicket win against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Brabourne Stadium here on Friday. It ensured RR a top-two finish in the playoffs bracket. Rajasthan restricted Chennai to 150/6 despite Moeen Ali blasting a 19-ball half-century on his way to a 57-ball 93. After conceding 75/1 in the first six overs, RR gave away 75 in the remaining 14 overs. Chasing 151 for victory, Yashasvi Jaiswal (59) and Ravichandran Ashwin (40 not out, 23 balls) ensured Rajasthan Royals reached 151/5 in 19.4 overs to secure their ninth victory in 14 matches.

"We Had A Laugh About It": Virat Kohli Reveals Hilarious Interaction With Jos Buttler

With the Royal Challengers Bangalore needing nothing less than a win in their final league game of the season, Virat Kohli stepped up when his team needed him the most. The 33-year-old batter, who has struggled to score runs in the ongoing IPL 2022 season, helped RCB keep their playoffs hopes alive. Ahead of the game against Gujarat Titans, Kohli revealed how England batter Jos Buttler, who is currently leading the Orange Cap race with 627 runs including 3 hundreds and 3 fifties, came to him after the game against Rajasthan Royals, seeking advice.

"It's A Wonderful Thing": Sunil Gavaskar On MS Dhoni's Big Update On His Chennai Super Kings Future In IPL 2023

MS Dhoni, Chennai Super Kings captain, gave a big update on Friday regarding his future with the four-time champions going forward. Dhoni has led CSK to four Indian Premier League (IPL) titles. Ahead of the IPL 2022, Ravindra Jadeja was made the CSK captain but mid-way into the edition, the all-rounder relinquished his position to pave way for Dhoni to once again become the CSK skipper. However, there has been speculation going around about the 40-year-old Dhoni's future in the franchise.

IPL 2022 Points Table Update, Latest Orange Cap, Purple Cap Lists After Rajasthan Royals Defeat Chennai Super Kings

Rajasthan Royals on Friday qualified for the IPL 2022 playoffs after beating Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in Match 68 at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. Chasing a target of 151, RR lost the wicket of Jos Buttler in the second over. However, Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 59 off 44 balls to put RR in a comfortable position. Ravichandran Ashwin remained unbeaten on 40 off just 23 balls as RR chased down the total with two balls to spare. Earlier, CSK could only manage a total of 150 for six, despite Moeen Ali's 57-ball 93.

"Will Definitely Contribute Next Year For Us": MS Dhoni On CSK's "Malinga"

Soon after a forgettable IPL season came to an end with yet another defeat, there was a note of optimism in Mahendra Singh Dhoni's voice's as he looked forward to Chennai Super Kings' youngsters maturing into world class players in the coming years. Four-time champions CSK are currently at the ninth place, having suffered 10 defeats while managing to win only four times over the last couple of months, the last being a five-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals on Friday.

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Kevin Pietersen fears Jofra Archer's England Test career may be over after injury setback

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"If He Knows More Than ICC...": Shoaib Akhtar Reacts To Virender Sehwag's Comment On His Bowling Action

IPL 2022: Ashwin has done a great job for us, says Sanju Samson after Rajasthan's five-wicket win over CSK

"We Had A Laugh About It": Virat Kohli Reveals Hilarious Interaction With Jos Buttler

"It's A Wonderful Thing": Sunil Gavaskar On MS Dhoni's Big Update On His Chennai Super Kings Future In IPL 2023

IPL 2022 Points Table Update, Latest Orange Cap, Purple Cap Lists After Rajasthan Royals Defeat Chennai Super Kings

"Will Definitely Contribute Next Year For Us": MS Dhoni On CSK's "Malinga"

Somerset's Overton claims 400th first-class wicket

Kevin Pietersen fears Jofra Archer's England Test career may be over after injury setback