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CEO Venky Mysore Backs KKR Amid Ongoing Struggles, Recalls 2014 Title Win

Kolkata Knight Riders CEO Venky Mysore has thrown his weight behind the team despite its stuttering campaign this season, calling it a "resilient" unit and urging players to draw inspiration from the side's dramatic turnaround in the title-winning 2014 season under Gautam Gambhir. The defending champions slumped to their fifth defeat in eight matches on Sunday, going down by 39 runs to Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens. With only six points on the board, KKR now face an uphill task in their bid to reach the playoffs, needing to win at least five of their remaining six matches to stay in contention.

Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals Poorest In Catching Efficiency

Catching efficiency has emerged as one of the key talking points in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals being the biggest culprits. The teams who are sitting ducks at the bottom of the table are the ones who have struggled to get hold of the catches that have come their way. The beleaguered CSK, who are languishing at the bottom of the table, have an abysmally low 64.3 per cent catching efficiency in IPL 2025.

"Can't Hit Six If You're Not Trying To": Venkatesh Iyer Torn Apart Over 'Lack Of Intent'

Venkatesh Iyer's sloppy batting approach, following Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)'s loss to Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025, puzzled fans and experts. Chasing 199, Venkatesh, who came to bat no. 4 ahead of the in-form Angkrish Raghuvanshi, managed just 14 off 19 deliveries, before being put out of his misery by R Sai Kishore. While speaking to ESPNcricinfo after the match, Former Australia captain Aaron Finch blasted Venkatesh and questioned his intent as KKR fell short by 39 runs in the end.

Rishabh Pant Bats At No. 7 For LSG vs DC, Bats For 2 Balls, Gets Out For 0. Internet Says: "Rs 27 Crore..."

Rishabh Pant, the costliest player in the history of the IPL at Rs 27 crore, made a bizarre call during Lucknow Super Giants' match against Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2025 match. The LSG captain, who generally bat at No. 4, came to bat at No. 7 in the IPL 2025 game, that too in the last over. The LSG captain's stay at the crease lasted just two balls as he got out for 0. At the toss, Pant's right hand was heavily taped. However, it is not known, whether that had anything to do with him coming at No. 7. Later, Pant kept the wickets too.

"Incredible Batting": Ex-India Star Praises Shubman Gill's Masterclass Knock vs KKR

On a challenging Eden Gardens pitch that offered little to stroke-makers, Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill produced a batting masterclass to guide his side to a convincing 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). Gill's elegant 90 off 55 deliveries, studded with 10 boundaries and 3 sixes, helped GT post a formidable total that proved beyond KKR's reach. Former India batter and JioStar expert Ambati Rayudu lauded Gill's knock, highlighting how the young opener adapted to the sluggish surface and turned the momentum in Gujarat's favour.

KL Rahul Plots LSG's Downfall, Shares Secrets With DC Stars Ahead Of IPL Clash

Delhi Capitals (DC) all-rounder Vipraj Nigam said the team will be using KL Rahul's insight during their IPL 2025 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Tuesday. Rahul was the captain of LSG for three seasons, but he was not retained by LSG last year before the IPL 2025 mega auction. Rahul reportedly had a fallout with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka after the two were seen having an intense chat, following a heavy defeat to SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) last year.

"My Pakistan Brothers Feel Bad": On IPL vs PSL Debate, Brutal Verdict Delivered

Former Pakistan cricket team star Basit Ali pointed out the amount of talent on display in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) and explained why he considers it to be the No. 1 league in the world. There has been some debate among the fans when it comes to the comparisons between IPL and the Pakistan Super League (PSL). However, Basit clearly said that although some of his compatriots feel bad when he says it, he believes that the wide range of talent puts IPL well above its competition.

"In Pakistan, People Would've Said...': Rajasthan Royals' 14-Year-Old Star Receives Big Verdict

Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi has impressed everyone with his performance in the IPL 2025. Suryavanshi slammed 34 off 20 deliveries against Lucknow Super Giants that included a brilliant six off Avesh Khan. It was an almost perfect start to his IPL career as he provided RR the perfect start and he has already received a lot of praise from both fans as well as experts. Former Pakistan cricket team star Basit Ali gave a mammoth verdict on Suryavanshi and said that he should receive support from the system and commented on the problems he would have faced in Pakistan.

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CEO Venky Mysore Backs KKR Amid Ongoing Struggles, Recalls 2014 Title Win

Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals Poorest In Catching Efficiency

"Can't Hit Six If You're Not Trying To": Venkatesh Iyer Torn Apart Over 'Lack Of Intent'

Rishabh Pant Bats At No. 7 For LSG vs DC, Bats For 2 Balls, Gets Out For 0. Internet Says: "Rs 27 Crore..."

"Incredible Batting": Ex-India Star Praises Shubman Gill's Masterclass Knock vs KKR

KL Rahul Plots LSG's Downfall, Shares Secrets With DC Stars Ahead Of IPL Clash

"My Pakistan Brothers Feel Bad": On IPL vs PSL Debate, Brutal Verdict Delivered

"In Pakistan, People Would've Said...': Rajasthan Royals' 14-Year-Old Star Receives Big Verdict