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India Unveils First-Ever Hybrid Pitch for Enhanced Cricket Experience

India Unveils First-Ever Hybrid Pitch for Enhanced Cricket Experience

By May 6, 2024 0

India’s first-ever ‘hybrid pitch’ was unveiled at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium in a grand ceremony on May 6. The event was attended by IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal and cricket dignitaries including Paul Taylor, a former England cricketer and SIS’s international cricket director.

The hybrid pitch, which combines natural turf with synthetic fibres, promises enhanced durability and consistent playability, reducing the strain on ground staff and maintaining quality playing conditions. With only 5% synthetic fibres, the pitch ensures that the natural characteristics essential for cricket are preserved.

The introduction of hybrid pitches is set to revolutionize cricket in India, following their success in iconic venues like Lord’s and The Oval in England. “The introduction of hybrid pitches is set to revolutionize cricket in India, following their success in iconic venues like Lord’s and The Oval in England,” said Dhumal, who hails from Himachal Pradesh.

The ‘Universal Machine’, a critical component in installing the hybrid surface, was developed by SISGrass in 2017 and has been instrumental in the rollout of similar pitches across England’s county cricket grounds. This innovation aligns with the ICC’s recent sanctioning of hybrid pitches for T20 and one-day international matches, with plans to expand their use in four-day county championships starting this year.

The integration of technologies like SISAir, a root aeration system, further underscores the commitment to enhancing cricket infrastructure in India. This system improves the pitch’s health and resilience, benefiting players with better and safer playing conditions.

The unveiling of the hybrid pitch at the HPCA stadium marks a significant milestone in the development of cricket in India. It is expected to enhance the quality of matches, reduce injuries, and provide a more consistent playing surface for both domestic and international cricket.

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IPL 2024 Playoff Race Heats Up as Teams Battle for Berths

IPL 2024 Playoff Race Heats Up as Teams Battle for Berths

By May 6, 2024 0

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 is nearing its climax, with all teams having played a significant number of matches. While Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals have secured their spots in the playoffs, the race for the remaining two berths remains intense.

Chennai Super Kings, SunRisers Hyderabad, and Lucknow Super Giants are currently in contention for the third, fourth, and fifth positions, each with 12 points. Delhi Capitals are sixth with 10 points, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Gujarat Titans are tied with eight points each. Mumbai Indians languish at the bottom of the table with six points.

Punjab Kings, one of the four teams yet to win the IPL, have endured a challenging season. Injuries to captain Shikhar Dhawan and close losses have marred their campaign. Co-owner Preity Zinta expressed her disappointment on social media, acknowledging the team’s struggles and the need to improve their home record.

Zinta also addressed concerns about the Mullanpur Stadium, Punjab Kings’ home ground. She highlighted the need for better shade cover for fans and a more consistent pitch to gain a home advantage.

Regarding Virat Kohli, Zinta praised his on-field aggression and determination, as well as his love for family and dance. She recalled witnessing his dance moves when he first joined the IPL.

As the IPL 2024 enters its final stages, the competition for playoff spots intensifies. With several teams vying for the remaining berths, the upcoming matches promise to be thrilling and unpredictable.

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Bangladesh Opt to Bowl First in Fourth T20I Against India

Bangladesh Opt to Bowl First in Fourth T20I Against India

By May 6, 2024 0

India vs Bangladesh: Toss Bangladesh Chose to Bowl vs India

In the fourth T20I match between India and Bangladesh, Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana won the toss and elected to bowl first on a cloudy day in Sylhet. India had already secured the five-match series 3-0.

Both teams made debuts in this match. Bangladesh introduced 14-year-old medium pacer Habiba Islam, left-hand batter Rubya Haider, and legspinner Shorna Akter. India, on the other hand, handed a debut to 33-year-old legspinner S Asha and rested offspinner Shreyanka Patil. Seamer Titas Sadhu also made her first appearance in the series, replacing Renuka Singh.

Asha, who became the first Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in the Women’s Premier League for Royal Challengers Bangalore, is now the second-highest wicket-taker in the competition with 12 scalps. This match also marked Harmanpreet Kaur’s 300th international appearance.

Bangladesh Playing XI:

1. Dilara Akter
2. Murshida Khatun
3. Rubya Haider
4. Nigar Sultana (capt & wk)
5. Ritu Moni
6. Habiba Islam
7. Rabeya Khan
8. Nahida Akter
9. Shorifa Khatun
10. Marufa Akter
11. Shorna Akter

India Playing XI:

1. Shafali Verma
2. Smriti Mandhana
3. D Hemalatha
4. Harmanpreet Kaur (capt)
5. Richa Ghosh (wk)
6. Deepti Sharma
7. S Sajana
8. Pooja Vastrakar
9. Titas Sadhu
10. S Asha
11. Radha Yadav

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Gary Kirsten's Appointment Boosts Pakistan's White-Ball Hopes

Gary Kirsten’s Appointment Boosts Pakistan’s White-Ball Hopes

By May 6, 2024 0

Pakistan’s limited-overs skipper, Babar Azam, expressed optimism about the appointment of Gary Kirsten as the head coach of the white-ball side, believing it will significantly enhance the team’s performance. Kirsten, a seasoned coach with experience guiding India and South Africa, has been contracted for two years.

Azam highlighted Kirsten’s extensive experience and his proactive approach in planning for the upcoming World Cup. He revealed that Kirsten is actively involved in strategy discussions with the team management and is providing valuable insights. The skipper emphasized that Kirsten’s daily communication with the team ensures constant feedback and support.

Addressing concerns over team selection, Azam dismissed any internal rifts and stated that the squad for the Ireland tour will be finalized based on form and fitness. He clarified that the top-order batting positions are not set in stone and decisions will be made in the best interests of the team.

Azam also acknowledged the need to provide opportunities for young players like Ayub, Azam, Irfan Khan, and Usman Khan. He emphasized that these players require time to settle into international cricket and the management will fully support them in the lead-up to the World Cup.

Regarding Pakistan’s strategy against India’s star batter, Virat Kohli, Azam emphasized that the team plans against all eleven players and does not focus solely on one individual. He acknowledged Kohli’s exceptional abilities but stressed that Pakistan will devise a comprehensive plan to counter his threat.

Azam expressed confidence in the team’s unity and his own leadership abilities. He attributed his previous success as captain to the support of his teammates and expressed gratitude for the board’s backing.

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Gavaskar Slams Kohli's Rant, Praises Dhoni's Legacy

Gavaskar Slams Kohli’s Rant, Praises Dhoni’s Legacy

By May 6, 2024 0

Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar has strongly criticized Virat Kohli’s recent outburst against critics who have questioned his strike rate and struggles against spin bowling. Kohli had lashed out at “pundits” after Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) match against Gujarat Titans (GT) last weekend.

Gavaskar questioned why Kohli, who has repeatedly stated that he ignores social media criticism, would react to “outside noise.” He also slammed broadcasters for repeatedly airing Kohli’s rant on television.

“That particular post-game interview has been shown on this channel earlier as well, right now, on this particular program it has probably been shown half a dozen times. I hope that Star Sports recognizes that when that is being shown, asking where are the critics, the critics are the commentators. Your Star Sports commentators are the ones from whom the questions are being asked,” Gavaskar said on Star Sports.

Gavaskar’s comments come amid a resurgence of an old video in which he praised former Indian captain MS Dhoni. In the video, an emotional Gavaskar recalled the moment when Dhoni signed his shirt during IPL 2023.

“It was a very emotional moment for me (getting the shirt signed by MS Dhoni). MS Dhoni has done a lot for Indian cricket. If I have 2 minutes to live, I would like to witness Kapil Dev lift the 1983 World Cup trophy and MS Dhoni hit the World Cup winning six and the way he rolled over his bat after hitting the six,” Gavaskar had said.

Gavaskar’s contrasting reactions to Kohli and Dhoni have sparked discussions about the different standards applied to players. Some have argued that Gavaskar’s criticism of Kohli is unfair, given that he has been a vocal supporter of Dhoni in the past. Others have defended Gavaskar’s comments, arguing that Kohli’s outburst was unprofessional and disrespectful to the commentators who have criticized him.

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Mumbai Indians Face SunRisers Hyderabad in Crucial IPL 2024 Clash

Mumbai Indians Face SunRisers Hyderabad in Crucial IPL 2024 Clash

By May 6, 2024 0

Mumbai Indians and SunRisers Hyderabad Clash in IPL 2024 at Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai Indians and SunRisers Hyderabad will face off in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 encounter at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. Both teams have contrasting fortunes in the tournament so far, with Mumbai languishing at the bottom of the points table and Hyderabad occupying a comfortable fourth position.

Mumbai Indians’ Struggles and Hyderabad’s Resurgence

Mumbai Indians have endured a disappointing campaign, winning only six of their 11 matches. Their recent loss to Kolkata Knight Riders by 24 runs further dented their hopes of making the playoffs. Jasprit Bumrah has been their standout performer, scoring 106 fantasy points in the last match.

SunRisers Hyderabad, on the other hand, have enjoyed a resurgence under the leadership of Abhishek Sharma. They have won four of their last five matches, including a thrilling one-run victory over Rajasthan Royals. Nitish Kumar Reddy has been their top fantasy performer, scoring 113 points in the last match.

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The Wankhede Stadium pitch is expected to favor batters, with good stroke play and minimal assistance for bowlers. The average first-innings score at this venue is 169 runs, and the team batting first has a 40% win rate.

The weather forecast predicts a temperature of around 28 degrees Celsius, humidity of 82%, and winds at a speed of 3.52 m/s.

Head-to-Head Record

In the 22 matches played between these two teams, the batters have been the primary contributors to fantasy points. In their previous encounter, Abhishek Sharma was the Man of the Match, while Heinrich Klaasen and Tilak Varma topped the fantasy points charts for Hyderabad and Mumbai, respectively.

Fantasy XI Picks

Top Captain and Vice-Captain Picks:

* Travis Head (Mumbai Indians)
* Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)
* Abhishek Sharma (SunRisers Hyderabad)

Other Key Players:

* Jasprit Bumrah (Mumbai Indians)
* Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians)
* Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians)
* Gerald Coetzee (SunRisers Hyderabad)
* Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SunRisers Hyderabad)

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Aaron Finch Lauds Ravindra Jadeja's Versatility, Praises Sunil Narine's Form

Aaron Finch Lauds Ravindra Jadeja’s Versatility, Praises Sunil Narine’s Form

By May 6, 2024 0

Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch has hailed Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja as a “class player” due to his exceptional versatility that brings balance to any team he represents. Jadeja’s recent performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) have further solidified his reputation as a top-class cricketer.

In Chennai Super Kings’ victory over Punjab Kings on May 5, Jadeja showcased his all-around abilities. He scored a valuable 40 runs and claimed three wickets, playing a pivotal role in his team’s triumph. Finch, who has witnessed Jadeja’s brilliance firsthand, was impressed by his performance.

“Ravindra Jadeja is such a versatile player, which makes him so effective. With the ball, he would have loved more wickets,” Finch said. “He’s been economical, going at under eight per over throughout the tournament. Leading with three wickets today (Sunday), he showed he is an absolute class player.”

Finch was particularly impressed by Jadeja’s ability to return with figures of 3/20 in his full quota of four overs while defending a modest total of 169. “Three wickets for just 20 runs when the Punjab Kings were chasing a total of 170 odd runs is just superb. It just shows why he’s one of the best players in the world,” the Australian said.

Finch also praised Kolkata Knight Riders’ Sunil Narine, another versatile player who has been in exceptional form this season. The 2021 World T20-winning Australian skipper believes that it is extremely difficult to contain Narine for a long period of time.

“It’s truly remarkable, isn’t it? I mean, seeing Sunil Narine stride out to open the batting. Before this season, you’re thinking, if we can just keep him quiet for a couple of balls, he’ll try and do something and play a big shot. But this season, he’s not only getting off to explosive starts but also batting smartly and seizing control of the innings,” Finch said.

The 35-year-old Narine smashed 81 off just 39 balls to power KKR to a comfortable 98-run win over Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday night. In the process, Narine also became the fourth player to score more than 450 runs and take 10 plus wickets in a single IPL edition.

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Delhi Capitals Face Rajasthan Royals in Must-Win IPL Clash

Delhi Capitals Face Rajasthan Royals in Must-Win IPL Clash

By May 6, 2024 0

Delhi Capitals’ playoff hopes hang in the balance as they face a formidable Rajasthan Royals in a must-win clash on May 7 at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi. The Capitals have endured an inconsistent campaign, winning five and losing six of their last 11 games. Victory in their remaining three matches is imperative, but even that may not be enough to secure a top-four finish.

Rishabh Pant, the Capitals’ skipper, will need to lead from the front with his aggressive batting. The Australian sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk, who has shown glimpses of brilliance in recent games, will also be crucial. However, the Capitals’ bowling attack faces a stern test against the Royals’ potent batting lineup.

The Royals, on the other hand, have been in scintillating form, winning their last three matches. Their batting unit boasts a plethora of match-winners, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, and Riyan Parag. The Royals’ bowling attack, led by Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin, has also been impressive.

The Kotla pitch is expected to be a flat track, favoring the batters. The Capitals’ bowlers will need to find a way to restrict the Royals’ free-scoring batsmen, while Pant and Fraser-McGurk will have to shoulder the responsibility of chasing down a potentially high total.

The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams desperate for a victory. The Capitals will be hoping to keep their playoff hopes alive, while the Royals will be aiming to consolidate their position in the top four.

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Pant Recalls IPL Moment with Samson: 'Maaro Bhai, Dono Maarenge'

Pant Recalls IPL Moment with Samson: ‘Maaro Bhai, Dono Maarenge’

By May 6, 2024 0

Delhi Capitals’ Rishabh Pant Recalls IPL 2017 Moment with Rajasthan Royals’ Sanju Samson

Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has reminisced about a light-hearted moment with his former teammate Sanju Samson, who now leads the Rajasthan Royals. During an interaction on Jio Cinema, Pant shared an anecdote from the 2017 IPL season when Samson inquired about their game strategy while playing for the Delhi franchise against the Gujarat Lions, led by Suresh Raina.

Pant revealed their on-field chemistry, saying, “We had a great chemistry together. Sanju came asked what would be the gameplan. I said, ‘Maaro bhai, dono maarenge (Let’s hit, brother; we’ll both strike).'”

Both Pant and Samson have been in impressive form in the ongoing IPL and have been selected for the upcoming T20 World Cup. The prospect of seeing them bat together for the national team is an exciting one for cricket fans.

Looking ahead, the Delhi Capitals, under Pant’s leadership, are set to face Samson’s Rajasthan Royals in the 54th match of the IPL 2024 season in Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday. This encounter is crucial for both teams as they aim to secure their positions in the league standings.

Rajasthan Royals have slipped to the second spot on the points table after a recent victory by Kolkata Knight Riders over Lucknow Super Giants. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals are placed sixth, having accumulated 10 points from 11 matches. Both teams are eager to improve their standings, and the upcoming match is expected to be a high-stakes battle.

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Dinesh Karthik's Rescue Act Keeps RCB's Playoff Hopes Alive

Dinesh Karthik’s Rescue Act Keeps RCB’s Playoff Hopes Alive

By May 6, 2024 0

Dinesh Karthik, the veteran wicketkeeper-batter, has emerged as a crucial cog in Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) resurgence in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. After a disappointing season last year, Karthik has rediscovered his form, proving his worth as a reliable finisher in the twilight of his IPL career.

In RCB’s nail-biting victory over Gujarat Titans on Saturday, Karthik played a pivotal role in rescuing his team from the brink of defeat. Chasing a modest target of 148, RCB found themselves in a precarious position at 117/6, with Noor Ahmad and Joshua Little wreaking havoc with the ball.

However, Karthik’s unbeaten 21 off just 12 deliveries proved to be the difference-maker. His quickfire knock, which included two boundaries and a six, kept RCB’s playoff hopes alive.

Speaking after the match, Karthik revealed an amusing anecdote about his mindset during the chase. “I started with a tea, then after four overs, I had a cappuccino, thinking I might not have to bat,” he said. “But then these things happened, and I had to bat.”

Karthik’s innings was a testament to his experience and composure under pressure. With Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli providing a solid foundation with a 92-run opening partnership, Karthik was initially content to relax in the dressing room.

However, the collapse that followed forced him to reassess the situation. He entered the fray with the team in dire straits but remained unfazed, guiding RCB to a crucial victory alongside Swapnil Singh.

Karthik’s resurgence has been a major boost for RCB, who have now won three consecutive matches to climb to seventh in the standings. The 38-year-old’s ability to finish games with aplomb has made him an invaluable asset for the team.

With IPL 2024 likely to be his last in the tournament, Karthik is determined to make the most of his opportunity. His performances so far suggest that he is still a force to be reckoned with, even in the twilight of his career.

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