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Melbourne BBL Clubs Appoint High Performance Managers to Boost Performance

Melbourne BBL Clubs Appoint High Performance Managers to Boost Performance

By May 13, 2024 0

Melbourne Renegades and Melbourne Stars have appointed Wade Seccombe and Clint McKay as their respective high performance managers in a bid to enhance their on-field performance.

Seccombe, who guided Brisbane Heat to the BBL title this year, will join Renegades later this month. McKay, a former Australian fast bowler, will transition from his role as Stars’ bowling coach to the newly created position.

These appointments aim to foster greater alignment between the BBL clubs and Cricket Victoria’s high performance program led by Graham Manou. Seccombe and McKay will focus on talent management, identification, and development, with an emphasis on T20 skills.

Previously, the BBL clubs operated independently in list management decisions. However, the new roles are expected to facilitate collaboration, as evidenced by the recent recruitment of Josh Brown by both Renegades and Victoria.

Seccombe’s immediate task will be to oversee the appointment of a new head coach for Renegades following David Saker’s dismissal. Shane Watson and Cameron White have been linked to the role.

McKay’s experience as a bowling coach and involvement in Stars’ draft strategy will be invaluable in his new capacity. He has also assisted Australia’s coaching staff as a stand-in white-ball bowling coach.

“It is really pleasing to have two people of Clint and Wade’s calibre joining our cricket performance program,” said Manou. “They will play a vital role in talent management and identification, with a specific focus on T20 skills and potential.”

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IPL 2024 Playoff Race Heats Up: Three Spots Still Up for Grabs

IPL 2024 Playoff Race Heats Up: Three Spots Still Up for Grabs

By May 13, 2024 0

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season nearing its conclusion, the race for the playoffs intensifies. While Kolkata Knight Riders have already secured their spot, three berths remain up for grabs. Here’s a detailed analysis of the contenders and their chances:

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

RCB’s recent resurgence has propelled them into contention. With 12 points from 13 games, they have a chance to reach 14 if they defeat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their final match. However, their qualification depends on other results, as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) can both reach 16 points. If the RCB-CSK game becomes a knockout, RCB needs to win by 18 runs (if they score 200) to surpass CSK’s net run rate.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

CSK’s victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) has boosted their playoff hopes. With 14 points from 13 games, they can secure a top-four finish by defeating RCB in their last match. If they lose, they must hope that SRH or LSG remain below 16 points. Additionally, their margin of defeat must be narrow to stay ahead of RCB on run rate.

Delhi Capitals (DC)

DC’s 47-run loss to RCB has severely damaged their playoff chances. With a net run rate of -0.482, they are unlikely to finish among the top four. Their best hope lies in SRH suffering heavy defeats, CSK beating RCB, and LSG winning no more than one game and staying below DC on run rate. However, these scenarios are highly improbable.

Rajasthan Royals (RR)

RR’s three consecutive defeats have put their playoff spot in jeopardy. With 16 points from 12 games, they can still be overtaken by four other teams. However, LSG’s poor net run rate makes it unlikely that they will challenge RR’s position. A win or two in their remaining matches should seal a top-two finish for RR.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)

SRH’s net run rate of 0.406 is superior to LSG’s. One win in their two remaining games should ensure qualification, while two wins could make them contenders for a top-two finish. However, two losses could put them in trouble, as CSK and RCB could both finish ahead of them on NRR.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

LSG’s poor net run rate of -0.769 means they need 16 points to be in contention. Even then, they could fall short if CSK and SRH also finish on 16, as their NRRs are much superior. Even if RR lose two, it’s highly unlikely that LSG can catch up with them on run rate.

Gujarat Titans (GT)

GT can reach 14 points, but their terrible run rate of -1.063 makes it almost impossible for them to challenge for a playoff position.

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RCB's Resurgence: Du Plessis Hails Self-Belief After Thrashing Delhi Capitals

RCB’s Resurgence: Du Plessis Hails Self-Belief After Thrashing Delhi Capitals

By May 13, 2024 0

RCB’s Resurgence: Du Plessis Emphasizes Self-Belief After Thrashing Delhi Capitals

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Faf du Plessis hailed his team’s newfound confidence after their emphatic 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The win marked RCB’s fifth consecutive triumph, bolstering their playoff aspirations.

Rajat Patidar’s blistering half-century and inspired bowling performance laid the foundation for RCB’s success. Patidar’s 52 off 32 deliveries propelled Bangalore to a competitive 187-9, while the bowlers restricted Delhi to a mere 140 in 19.1 overs.

Du Plessis lauded his team’s collective effort, highlighting their resilience and unity. “We have put up a great performance. It’s just confidence,” he said. “First half of the season, we were just fighting for it. Now, we have bowled opposition out three times or so.”

The RCB skipper attributed their bowling prowess to the variety of options at his disposal. “I feel there is a lot of variety in bowling as a skipper, six-seven options,” he explained. “Yash [Dhawal Kulkarni] has been an exception. Lockie [Ferguson] has been brilliant.”

Du Plessis emphasized the importance of taking risks and playing aggressively. “We want to be bold,” he said. “Even today, we played swing up front and bounce upfront, we had 60-odd in powerplay, guys are pushing.”

RCB’s resurgence has been a testament to their hard work and determination behind closed doors. “Lot of work has gone behind the scenes,” Du Plessis said. “I feel like behind closed doors, we are getting it right, we are talking about our process and what we need to achieve.”

With their playoff hopes firmly in sight, RCB will look to continue their winning streak in their upcoming matches. Their newfound self-belief and collective spirit will be crucial as they aim to secure a berth in the IPL playoffs.

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Kohli and Ishant Share Friendly Banter in RCB vs DC Match

Kohli and Ishant Share Friendly Banter in RCB vs DC Match

By May 13, 2024 0

Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma Engage in Friendly Banter During RCB vs DC Match

In a rare display of camaraderie on the cricket field, Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma engaged in two playful exchanges during the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) vs Delhi Capitals (DC) match.

The first incident occurred in the fourth over when Kohli smashed Ishant for a four and a six. However, Ishant had the last laugh by dismissing the former RCB captain. In a playful celebration, Ishant tugged at Kohli’s jersey, who responded with a slight smile and a nod.

Later, Kohli returned the favor when Ishant came out to bat during Delhi’s chase. The former RCB captain teased his longtime friend, showcasing his humorous side.

These two cricketers have a long history of playing together, both for the Indian national team and in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Their rapport extends beyond the sport, and they often engage in friendly banter. However, their respect for each other’s abilities is evident.

In the match, RCB kept their playoff hopes alive thanks to Rajat Patidar’s blistering half-century and a strong bowling performance. The hosts secured a 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals.

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RCB's Fifth Consecutive Win Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive

RCB’s Fifth Consecutive Win Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive

By May 12, 2024 0

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) continued their impressive run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, securing a crucial 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals (DC) on Sunday. This triumph marks RCB’s fifth consecutive win, keeping their playoff hopes alive.

RCB’s victory propelled them to 12 points from 13 matches, setting the stage for a thrilling final league match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). A win against CSK would elevate RCB to 14 points, positioning them favorably for a Top 4 finish. However, RCB must secure a significant margin of victory to improve their Net Run Rate (NRR) and surpass CSK, who recently defeated Rajasthan Royals.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) remain in contention for the playoffs, but they require RCB to lose one of their remaining two matches to qualify. DC and Gujarat Titans (GT) could also reach 14 points, but their disappointing NRRs make their qualification prospects appear unlikely.

RCB’s victory was fueled by a brilliant bowling and fielding performance that restricted DC to a mere 140 runs in 19.1 overs. Despite managing only 187 for 9 in their innings, RCB’s bowlers proved dominant. Rajat Patidar’s blazing half-century (52 off 32 balls) and Will Jacks’ contribution (41 off 28 balls) had earlier propelled RCB to a respectable total.

Yash Dayal (3/20) and Cameron Green (1/19) were instrumental in DC’s batting collapse, with none of the Delhi batters, except for stand-in skipper Axar Patel (57 off 39 balls), making a significant impact.

Patel attributed DC’s defeat to dropped catches and a poor start in the powerplay. “Dropped catches hurt us. Could’ve restricted them to 150. When you lose four wickets in powerplay, you’re always chasing the game. 160-170 would’ve been a par score. Pitch was two-paced. Some were skidding, some were holding. When your main players are run out and you lose four in powerplay, you’re chasing the game. Anything can happen, but haven’t thought that far ahead,” he said after the match.

With this victory, RCB has strengthened their position in the playoff race. Their final league match against CSK will be a crucial encounter that could determine their fate in the tournament.

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Bancroft Century Puts Gloucestershire on Verge of Victory Against Northamptonshire

Bancroft Century Puts Gloucestershire on Verge of Victory Against Northamptonshire

By May 12, 2024 0

Northamptonshire’s hopes of salvaging a draw against Gloucestershire hang in the balance after Cameron Bancroft’s unbeaten century propelled the visitors to a commanding position on day three at Wantage Road.

Bancroft, in his second stint with Gloucestershire, anchored the visitors’ second innings with a resolute 130 not out, guiding them to a formidable 319 for 5 declared. The Australian opener’s knock, coupled with Graeme van Buuren’s brisk 67, extended Gloucestershire’s overall lead to 557.

With almost four-and-a-half sessions remaining, Gloucestershire set their sights on dismissing Northamptonshire for a second time. However, Emilio Gay and Luke Procter provided stubborn resistance, frustrating the visitors’ bowlers. Gay, who registered his second successive half-century, shared a 106-run partnership with Procter (45 not out) as the hosts closed on 144 for 2.

Gloucestershire’s bowlers encountered a degree of movement from the home seamers, with Liam Patterson-White claiming three wickets in the morning session. The left-arm spinner, on loan from Nottinghamshire, dismissed Ben Charlesworth, Ollie Price, and Miles Hammond.

Despite losing wickets, Bancroft remained unyielding, steadily accumulating runs. James Bracey also contributed with a quickfire 34 before holing out to mid-off. Van Buuren, with his aggressive innings, maintained Gloucestershire’s momentum, hitting four maximums.

Northamptonshire’s chase got off to a shaky start as Gay survived two close calls before being trapped lbw by Ajeet Singh Dale. However, the left-hander responded with a flurry of attacking strokes, driving Zafar Gohar to the boundary on multiple occasions.

Gay’s luck ran out late in the day when he miscued a delivery from Marchant de Lange to midwicket. Nightwatchman George Scrimshaw joined Procter at the crease, helping Northamptonshire reach stumps without further loss.

With a target of 558 looming large, Northamptonshire face an uphill battle to avoid defeat. Gloucestershire, on the other hand, will be confident of securing their first Vitality County Championship win since 2022.

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Bedingham's Century Keeps Durham in Contention Against Hampshire

Bedingham’s Century Keeps Durham in Contention Against Hampshire

By May 12, 2024 0

Durham’s David Bedingham continued his impressive run-scoring form in the Vitality County Championship, notching his second century of the season against Hampshire. Bedingham’s 144 helped Durham reach 410 for 8, trailing Hampshire’s 503 by 93 runs.

Bedingham, who now has 490 runs this season, has emerged as one of Division One’s leading run-getters. His average of 81.66 is a testament to his consistent performances.

Hampshire’s Liam Dawson, who bowled a marathon 62 overs, claimed his 11th five-wicket haul. However, Bedingham’s innings ensured that Durham remained in contention.

Bedingham forged partnerships with Alex Lees, Matthew Potts, and Graham Clark, who all contributed valuable runs. Bedingham’s century came off 193 balls, and he celebrated with a flurry of boundaries off Kyle Abbott.

Despite Bedingham’s heroics, Hampshire still holds a slender lead. The match is likely to end in a draw unless something extraordinary occurs.

Bedingham’s performance highlights his growing stature as a batsman. He has now surpassed 1000 first-class runs in two of his three full seasons for Durham. His 14th century for the county is a testament to his consistency and ability to score runs in all formats.

The placid nature of the pitch made it easier for Bedingham to accumulate runs. However, he still displayed excellent technique and timing throughout his innings.

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Glamorgan Crush Sussex with Gorvin's Career-Best Haul

Glamorgan Crush Sussex with Gorvin’s Career-Best Haul

By May 12, 2024 0

Glamorgan’s dominance continued in the Vitality County Championship as they secured a resounding nine-wicket victory over Sussex, thanks to a stellar bowling performance led by Andy Gorvin.

Resuming on 411, Glamorgan’s innings ended swiftly with a run-out, setting Sussex a target of 245. However, the Sussex batting lineup crumbled under the pressure of Glamorgan’s relentless bowling attack.

Mir Hamza initiated the Sussex collapse, claiming three wickets in quick succession. Andy Gorvin then took over, dismissing Cheteshwar Pujara and John Simpson in his first over. Despite a valiant partnership between James Coles and Fynn Hudson-Prentice, Sussex’s hopes were dashed by Gorvin’s career-best figures of 5-40.

Hudson-Prentice’s 70 and Coles’ 61* provided some resistance, but Glamorgan’s bowlers remained relentless. Mason Crane and Gorvin wrapped up the Sussex innings, leaving Glamorgan with a modest target of 56.

Billy Root led Glamorgan’s chase with an unbeaten 36, guiding his team to victory in just 7.5 overs. The win marked Glamorgan’s first County Championship triumph since May 2023, earning them 23 points. Sussex managed only four bonus points in the contest.

Gorvin’s exceptional performance was the cornerstone of Glamorgan’s success. His ability to generate late movement proved too much for the Sussex batters, who struggled to cope with his variations.

Glamorgan’s victory is a testament to their resilience and determination. After a disappointing start to the season, they have bounced back with two consecutive wins, demonstrating their potential to challenge for the County Championship title.

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Kohli's Umpire Dispute Overshadows RCB's IPL Victory

Kohli’s Umpire Dispute Overshadows RCB’s IPL Victory

By May 12, 2024 0

Virat Kohli’s Heated Argument with Umpire Overshadows RCB’s Victory

In a controversial turn of events during the IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC), Virat Kohli engaged in a heated argument with the on-field umpire over a disputed LBW decision. The incident occurred during DC’s run chase, involving Abishek Porel’s dismissal.

As Mohammed Siraj delivered an in-swinging yorker, Porel attempted to jam down his bat. RCB players were adamant that the ball had struck his pads in front of the stumps and opted for a review. However, the third umpire ruled in DC’s favor, determining that the ball had come off Porel’s bat.

Kohli and RCB skipper Faf du Plessis were visibly agitated by the decision, leading to a lengthy discussion with the umpires. The incident sparked a heated debate on social media, with many fans questioning the accuracy of the third umpire’s call.

Despite the controversy, RCB emerged victorious in the match, posting a total of 187/9. Rajat Patidar played a crucial role, scoring a solid half-century.

“The wicket was two-paced when I went in. The ball was holding, especially the slower ball. I’ve been smarter in selecting which bowlers to go after in the last few games. I try my best to read it from the hand. This target is defendable. We can defend easily if we bowl in good areas,” Patidar said during the innings break.

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CSK Skipper Gaikwad Prefers Spin-Friendly Chepauk Wicket

CSK Skipper Gaikwad Prefers Spin-Friendly Chepauk Wicket

By May 12, 2024 0

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has expressed his preference for the slow and spin-friendly Chepauk wicket, which has been a key factor in their success over the years. After a five-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a low-scoring IPL encounter, Gaikwad emphasized the importance of spinners on such surfaces.

“Definitely we would love to play on such wickets. It brings our spinners into play and with huge boundaries, there is an amount of risk to hit sixes,” Gaikwad said.

CSK’s spinners, led by Moeen Ali and Ravindra Jadeja, played a crucial role in restricting RR to a below-par total of 141 for five. Ali picked up two wickets, while Jadeja was economical, conceding just 20 runs in his four overs.

Gaikwad, who anchored the chase with an unbeaten 42 off 41 deliveries, highlighted the need for patience on such wickets. “As a team, we have stroke-players so my job was to stay there till the end,” he said.

Despite losing a few wickets in the middle overs, CSK’s strong start in the Powerplay helped them cruise to victory. “When we were 55-1, I felt we were cruising. One or two wickets can allow the opposition to get back. Generally, I thought we were cruising and there was no pressure until the end,” Gaikwad added.

RR skipper Sanju Samson acknowledged the challenges of playing on away wickets, especially with the onset of summer. “We are not really sure what to expect from away games. We thought batting first was the better option,” Samson said.

However, he noted that the wicket played better in the second innings than expected. “They had a better idea of what to chase being used to playing here, we thought it would have been slower in the second innings, but the wicket was instead better,” Samson added.

With two games remaining, RR is well-positioned to finish in the top two and secure a place in the playoffs.

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