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CSK vs PBKS, IPL 2024: Gritty Punjab Kings Floor Chennai Super Kings By Seven Wickets

Punjab Kings mounted a pragmatic chase to consign Chennai Super Kings to a demoralising seven-wicket defeat at their own den in their IPL match at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday. Punjab rode on quick 40s by Jonny Bairstow (46, 30b, 7x4, 1x6) and Rilee Rossouw (43, 23b, 5x4, 2x6) to move past Chennai's modest 162 for seven, which was built around skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad's solid 62 (48b, 5x4, 2x6). The win took PBKS to seventh place on the points table with eight points, while CSK stayed on fourth with 10 points.

IPL 2024 Points Table: What Big Win Over Chennai Super Kings Means For Punjab Kings' Playoff Hopes

Punjab Kings kept their IPL 2024 playoff dreams alive with a big seven-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings on Wednesday. It was an important victory for the Sam Curran-led side who now have 8 points from 10 matches and are seventh in the IPL 2024 points table. PBKS will need to win all of their remaining four matches and depend on other results to end up in the Top 4. On the other hand, the defeat means that CSK remain fourth with 10 points from 10 matches. Rajasthan Royals are at the top of the table followed by Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants.

Star "Who Can Fill Void Left By" MS Dhoni, Left Out Of India's T20 World Cup Squad. Decision Bashed

The Indian cricket team for the 2024 T20 World Cup is out. A day before the deadline to name the squad, the BCCI selectors and secretary Jay Shah met to make the final call on the chosen 15. Sure shot picks like captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Suryakumar Yadav were named, whereas there was some surprises too. Veteran wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul did not find a berth, while Shubman Gill, arguably India's best find in the last couple of years, was ignored too. He was named in the reserves.

"India Are Going Weaker On...": Former World Cup-Winner Blasts T20 Team Selection

India's 15-member T20 World Cup 2024 squad is out, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) going with 'tried and tested options' rather than doing a major overhaul. In the bowling unit, the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh made the cut while Khaleel Ahmed and Avesh Khan were roped in as reserves. As reactions to India's squad selection continue to pour in, Madan Lal, a member of India's 1983 World Cup-winning squad, isn't convinced.

Watch: MS Dhoni Extends Sensational Record With Mammoth Six In Final Over

MS Dhoni was at his explosive best as he slammed a massive six in the final over of Chennai Super Kings' innings during the IPL 2024 match against Punjab Kings on Wednesday. The veteran wicket-keeper batter came out to bat with around 2 overs to go and ended up scoring 14 off 11 deliveries. In the penultimate delivery of the final over, Dhoni read the low full-toss from Arshdeep Singh perfectly and heaved it for a mammoth six over sweeper cover. This was the 66th six for Dhoni in the final over of an IPL innings - a record that already belongs to him with Kieron Pollard a distant second with 33.

End Of IPL Campaign For India's 156.7 Kmph Pace Star Mayank Yadav? Report Claims...

Pace sensation Mayank Yadav's participation in the remainder of the IPL round-robin stage seems doubtful after he sustained a suspected abdominal muscle "tear" during the game against Mumbai Indians, making it his second injury breakdown in past four weeks. However, there is a silver lining for the 21-year-old Delhi man as he is all set to be given a pace bowling contract by the BCCI alongside Umran Malik, Vidwath Kaverappa, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Dayal and Akash Deep. The contract will place Mayank under the supervision of NCA's Sports Science and Medical team, who will take charge of his injury management and fitness programme from his IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants.

India To Play Champions Trophy In Pakistan? Report Reveals PCB's Suggestion To ICC

Pakistan cricket authorities have suggested the International Cricket Council to schedule India's qualifying round matches only in one city during the Champions Trophy next year. The Pakistan Cricket Board, slated to host the upcoming edition of the Champions Trophy in 2025, has picked three cities in Karachi, Rawalpindi and Lahore, which also gets the final, as venues to organise the tournament. “The ICC general manager Wasim Khan also recently visited Lahore where he discussed the CT arrangements with the PCB top brass and it was suggested that the Indian team's travel itinerary be kept to a minimum,” a PCB source informed.

Aqib Ilyas Named Skipper As Oman Announce T20 World Cup 2024 Squad

Featuring in the T20 World Cup for the third time, Oman on Wednesday named Aqib Ilyas as their skipper for the upcoming edition of the tournament, which will be held across June in the USA and West Indies. "It's a huge responsibility, and I aim to lead the team to many victories," he said following his appointment as the team captain. "We are preparing rigorously for the World Cup, and the recent ACC Premier Cup has provided us with invaluable preparation." Former skipper Zeeshan Maqsood is also part of the 15-member side, having led the team since the 2016 edition.

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CSK vs PBKS, IPL 2024: Gritty Punjab Kings Floor Chennai Super Kings By Seven Wickets

IPL 2024 Points Table: What Big Win Over Chennai Super Kings Means For Punjab Kings' Playoff Hopes

Star "Who Can Fill Void Left By" MS Dhoni, Left Out Of India's T20 World Cup Squad. Decision Bashed

"India Are Going Weaker On...": Former World Cup-Winner Blasts T20 Team Selection

Watch: MS Dhoni Extends Sensational Record With Mammoth Six In Final Over

End Of IPL Campaign For India's 156.7 Kmph Pace Star Mayank Yadav? Report Claims...

India To Play Champions Trophy In Pakistan? Report Reveals PCB's Suggestion To ICC

Aqib Ilyas Named Skipper As Oman Announce T20 World Cup 2024 Squad