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Watch: Virat Kohli Joins Smriti Mandhana And Co In Celebrations After WPL 2024 Victory

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) finally found their night of reckoning as glory as the Smriti Mandhana-led side won the first silverware of the franchise on Sunday, defeating Delhi Capitals by eight wickets in the Women's Premier League (WPL) final at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing a target of 114, RCB achieved their goal with eight wickets and two balls to spare. RCB's first WPL success sparked celebrations all over social media. Ahead of the presentation ceremony, RCB captain Mandhana received a special video call from star batter and former skipper of the men's team Virat Kohli.

"Really Infectious": Faf Du Plessis On What Virat Kohli Brings To Table As Opener

After pulling out of the recently-concluded Test series against England, star batter Virat Kohli is set to return to action during the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Kohli returned to India, following the birth of his son Akaay, and is set to join his franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore's training camp. Kohli was in the UK to be with his wife Anushka Sharma, who gave birth to their second child, Akaay, on February 15. He had opted out of the England series, citing personal reasons.

Jofra Archer To Play For RCB In IPL 2024? Social Media Post Has Fans Wondering

There has been a lot of speculation surrounding England cricket team fast bowler Jofra Archer potentially taking part in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 after a video of him playing for county side Sussex in Bengaluru went viral on social media. Jofra looked in tremendous form and a lot of social media users speculated that he can join Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for the new season. An Instagram post by the cricketer on Sunday has reignited the chatter once again ahead of the IPL 2024 opener against defending champions Chennai Super Kings on March 22.

"Many Guys Have Leapfrogged Him": Ex RCB Star On Virat Kohli Amid Reports Of T20 WC Snub

It is imperative for Virat Kohli to score big runs in the upcoming IPL to secure a berth in India's T20 World Cup-bound squad because a few other players have leapfrogged the star batter in the last couple of months, reckoned former South African pacer Dale Steyn. Kohli has not played for India since the T20I series against Afghanistan at home in January, skipping the ensuing five-match Test series against England owing to family reasons. "I think, look, it's very important that he scores runs because it will put him in a good frame going to the World Cup.

Virat Kohli Makes First Appearance Since Son Akaay's Birth, Gears Up For IPL 2024

Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli, who took a long break from the game during the national team's 5-match Test series against England, is back to cricketing duties. Kohli remained away from cricketing duties to be with his wife Anushka Sharma during the final stages of her pregnancy, announced that the couple has been blessed with a baby boy Akaay. Following Akaay's birth, Kohli continued to give his cricketing responsibilities a miss but is now back ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.

"IPL Won't Be Moved Overseas": BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Confirms After Lok Sabha Election Date Announcement

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has secretary Jay Shah has confirmed in an interview that the Indian Premier League (IPL) will not be moved overseas. This comes after reports claimed apart of the cash-rich T20 league might be shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to the General Elections in India. The General Election dates were announced on Saturday. After the election date announcement, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in an interview that IPL would not be shifted.

This India Star Cricketer Once Wanted To Go On Dinner With Ellyse Perry, She Replied: "Flattered. Hope He Is..."

Ellyse Perry, star Australian cricket team cricketer, has been in great form in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024. She has been crucial in Royal Challengers Bangalore reaching the final of the WPL. Ellyse Perry took 6/15 and scored 40* as RCB beat Mumbai Indians to reach the play-offs. Against the same opponents in the Eliminator, Perry took 1/29 and scored 66 to help his team win by five runs to set up a final clash with Delhi Capitals.

Second Half Of IPL 2024 To Be Moved Out Of India? Report Makes Big Claim

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is exploring the possibility of organising the second half of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the UAE. According to a report in the Times of India, a few BCCI officials are in the UAE to explore the possibility of moving the second half of the IPL to the Gulf country. The decision could be taken as the dates of the General Elections might clash with the second half of the IPL. The Election Commission is expected to announce the date of the elections on Saturday, March 16.

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Watch: Virat Kohli Joins Smriti Mandhana And Co In Celebrations After WPL 2024 Victory

"Really Infectious": Faf Du Plessis On What Virat Kohli Brings To Table As Opener

Jofra Archer To Play For RCB In IPL 2024? Social Media Post Has Fans Wondering

"Many Guys Have Leapfrogged Him": Ex RCB Star On Virat Kohli Amid Reports Of T20 WC Snub

Virat Kohli Makes First Appearance Since Son Akaay's Birth, Gears Up For IPL 2024

"IPL Won't Be Moved Overseas": BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Confirms After Lok Sabha Election Date Announcement

This India Star Cricketer Once Wanted To Go On Dinner With Ellyse Perry, She Replied: "Flattered. Hope He Is..."

Second Half Of IPL 2024 To Be Moved Out Of India? Report Makes Big Claim