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IPL 2022: Wasim Jaffer's Hilarious Meme On Punjab Kings' Selection Headache

Punjab Kings (PBKS) seem to have a problem of plenty with a selection dilemma on their hands in this season's Indian Premier League (IPL). The abundance of in-form overseas players is a good problem to have for skipper Mayank Agarwal, who has so far, marshalled his side with positive intent. The results are there to see, two wins out of the three matches played, bodes well for PBKS but the selection headache of picking four overseas players seems a bit tricky with the kind of options available. Kagiso Rabada is a world-class pacer and puts a strong case for himself to be selected while Sri Lanka's Bhanuka Rajapaksa has been in tremendous form with the bat and provides the much-needed impetus at the top of the order. Englishman Liam Livingstone and Odean Smith have already proved their worth and will be hard to ignore. And with Jonny Bairstow available for selection, Mayank could have a long day at work while sorting out the team combination.

IPL 2022: Ravindra Jadeja set for 150th match for Chennai Super Kings

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ravindra Jadeja is set achieve an major Indian Premier League (IPL) milestone -- play his 150th game in the lucrative tournament for the franchise -- when his side takes on SunRisers Hyderabad at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday. Only two CSK cricketers -- former skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni (217 matches) and Suresh Raina (200 matches) -- have accomplished the feat for the four-time IPL champions. Jadeja's stint with CSK started in 2012 and the all-rounder has grown from a talented player to a senior statesman during his decade-long stay.

Local cricket: Wallasey hoping for more of the same under a new captain

Wallasey have a new captain - but little else is changing after the club’s most successful season in recent years.

South Africa's Dean Elgar tells Bangladesh to "harden up" in belittling sledging rant

South Africa captain Dean Elgar has hit back at Bangladesh 's complaints of excessive sledging, telling them to "harden up and play the game at a level that maybe they're not used to".

IPL 2022: Virender Sehwag Says Mayank Agarwal's Batting Has Been Affected Since Becoming Captain

Punjab Kings (PBKS) have had a decent start to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Out of the three matches played so far, they have come out victorious on two occasions -- against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 5 wickets and then against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 54 runs. The only defeat that Mayank Agarwal-led PBKS had to endure was against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). However, the manner in which they played all the three matches has garnered immense praise. Former Punjab Kings cricketer Virender Sehwag is also among those who have praised PBKS's good outing in IPL 2022 so far. But, he was quick to point out where PBKS need to improve if they are to continuing doing well in the tournament.

Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans, PBKS Predicted XI vs GT: Will Jonny Bairstow Make His IPL 2022 Debut?

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will look to extend their winning run when they face in-form Gujarat Titans (GT) in match 16 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season at the Brabourne Stadium on Friday. PBKS thrashed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 54 runs in their previous match, while GT edged past Delhi Capitals to register their second win in as many games. This will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides. PBKS could make a few changes to their playing XI, and the likes of Jonny Bairstow might get the nod.

"We're Running Out Of Time": Former Sri Lanka Cricketer Roshan Mahanama To NDTV

Blaming the leaders for creating the economic crisis that Sri Lanka currently finds itself in, former cricketer Roshan Mahanama said that the country is running out of time. Mahanama, who was part of Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup-winning team, said that the middle-class of the country has been slowly wiped out and people will continue to protest unless and until the leaders come up with a solution to address the dire situation. The former cricketer was also critical of the current regime and said that there is a need for a change.

South Africa vs Bangladesh, 2nd Test, Day 1, Live Score Updates: South Africa Opt To Bat vs Bangladesh

South Africa vs Bangladesh, 2nd Test, Day 1, Live Score Updates: South Africa captain Dean Elgar won the toss and decided to bat against Bangladesh at the St George's Park in Port Elizabeth. After a disappointing batting collapse in the first Test, Bangladesh will be aiming to bounce back and level the two-match Test series. The visitors displayed glimpses of brilliance at the start of the first Test but fizzled out as hosts South Africa registered a thumping 220-run win in the opening Test. Bangladesh made two changes to the final XI that played the first Test. Taijul Islam is in place of Taskin Ahmed and Tamim Iqbal comes in place of Shadman Islam. (LIVE SCORECARD)

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IPL 2022: Wasim Jaffer's Hilarious Meme On Punjab Kings' Selection Headache

IPL 2022: Ravindra Jadeja set for 150th match for Chennai Super Kings

Local cricket: Wallasey hoping for more of the same under a new captain

South Africa's Dean Elgar tells Bangladesh to "harden up" in belittling sledging rant

IPL 2022: Virender Sehwag Says Mayank Agarwal's Batting Has Been Affected Since Becoming Captain

Punjab Kings vs Gujarat Titans, PBKS Predicted XI vs GT: Will Jonny Bairstow Make His IPL 2022 Debut?

"We're Running Out Of Time": Former Sri Lanka Cricketer Roshan Mahanama To NDTV

South Africa vs Bangladesh, 2nd Test, Day 1, Live Score Updates: South Africa Opt To Bat vs Bangladesh