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Delhi Capitals Aim to Maintain Momentum Against In-Form RCB

Delhi Capitals Aim to Maintain Momentum Against In-Form RCB

By May 11, 2024 0

Delhi Capitals Aim to Maintain Momentum Against Royal Challengers Bengaluru

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 playoffs looming, Delhi Capitals will face a crucial test against the in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their penultimate league stage match on Sunday. The Capitals, who secured a vital victory in their previous outing, will be determined to keep their momentum going and secure a top-four finish.

However, Delhi will be without their skipper Rishabh Pant, who has been suspended for slow over rate. In Pant’s absence, Axar Patel will lead the team, bringing his experience and leadership qualities to the fore.

Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Delhi Capitals Head Coach Ricky Ponting expressed confidence in Patel’s ability to lead the team. “He’s been Vice-Captain at this franchise for the last couple of seasons. He’s a very experienced IPL player, an experienced international player, a sensible guy, understands the game really well,” Ponting said.

Ponting acknowledged the challenge posed by RCB, who have won their last four matches. However, he emphasized the Capitals’ impressive form in recent games. “We’ve won five of our last seven, and we’ve made some huge scores along the way. There are no excuses from us tomorrow, regardless of Pant not being in the lineup,” he said.

Regarding team selection, Ponting provided an update on David Warner’s fitness. “David Warner missed the last game, he got that nasty knock on his hand about a month ago now and hasn’t played a game since. He trained really strongly yesterday, he’ll be out hitting balls in the middle now, so he’ll be doing some more batting today. Hopefully, he’s available for selection for tomorrow,” Ponting said.

The Delhi Capitals will be eager to put in a strong performance against RCB and secure a crucial victory that could boost their chances of reaching the playoffs. The match promises to be an exciting contest between two evenly matched teams.

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Rishabh Pant Suspended for One Match for Slow Over-Rate

Rishabh Pant Suspended for One Match for Slow Over-Rate

By May 11, 2024 0

Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has been suspended for one match and fined Rs 30 lakh for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. The incident occurred during Match 56 of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Rajasthan Royals, where Delhi Capitals maintained a slow over-rate.

This is the third offense of the season for Delhi Capitals under the IPL’s Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offenses. As a result, Pant has been suspended for one match and fined a hefty sum. The rest of the Playing XI, including the Impact Player, were each individually fined either INR 12 Lac or 50 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser.

Earlier in the season, Pant was fined Rs 24 lakh for a second over-rate offense in Match 16 against the Kolkata Knight Riders. Before that, Delhi Capitals maintained a slow over rate in a match against Chennai Super Kings, resulting in a Rs 12 lakh fine for Pant.

The Delhi Capitals filed an appeal challenging the ruling of the Match Referee, but the appeal was referred to the BCCI Ombudsman for review. The Ombudsman conducted a virtual hearing and affirmed that the decision of the Match Referee remains final and binding.

Pant’s suspension is a significant blow to Delhi Capitals, who are currently fifth in the IPL table with 12 points from as many games. They will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their next match on Sunday without their captain.

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Rajasthan Royals Eye Playoffs Spot in Crucial Clash with Delhi Capitals

Rajasthan Royals Eye Playoffs Spot in Crucial Clash with Delhi Capitals

By May 7, 2024 0

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is reaching its climax, with every match becoming crucial in the race for the playoffs. One such pivotal clash is set to take place on Tuesday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where the Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face the Delhi Capitals (DC).

For RR, a victory would secure their spot in the playoffs, while DC will be desperate to keep their campaign alive. Adding to the intrigue is the subplot of the battle between the two captains, Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson, who are both vying for the No. 1 wicketkeeper-batsman spot in India’s squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Both Pant and Samson have led their teams with aplomb. RR, under Samson’s astute captaincy, has minimal weaknesses and sits second in the points table with four games remaining. Pant, on the other hand, has guided DC through a challenging season marked by injuries to key players.

Statistically, there is little to separate the two captains. Samson has scored 385 runs at an average of 64.16 and a strike rate of 159.09, while Pant has amassed 398 runs at an average of 44.22 and a phenomenal strike rate of 158.56.

The match will provide a glimpse into who has the upper hand heading into the World Cup. Pant has been in scintillating form, batting with a lionhearted spirit. Samson, too, has been impressive, leading RR with a calm and composed demeanor.

In terms of team news, DC will welcome back Ishant Sharma, who has been declared fit. However, David Warner’s availability remains uncertain. RR, on the other hand, will be looking to maintain their momentum and secure their playoff berth.

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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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Urvashi Rautela's Awkward Responses to Pant and Shah Questions

Urvashi Rautela’s Awkward Responses to Pant and Shah Questions

By May 4, 2024 0

Urvashi Rautela’s Awkward Responses to Questions About Rishabh Pant and Naseem Shah

On Friday, a video of Bollywood actor Urvashi Rautela facing uncomfortable questions about Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant and Pakistani bowler Naseem Shah went viral on social media. The queries, which ranged from marriage to crushes, left Rautela visibly awkward and eliciting brief replies.

Last year, when Pant suffered a severe accident, Rautela had expressed her support by calling him “India’s pride” and wishing him a speedy recovery. However, in the viral video, the conversation took a different turn.

When asked about a comment suggesting that Pant respects her and that a marriage between them would make fans happy, Rautela responded with a curt “No comments.”

Regarding Naseem Shah, the anchor inquired about a suitable hashtag for the bowler. Rautela simply replied, “#Bowler.”

The anchor then mentioned Shah’s popularity in both India and Pakistan due to his good looks. Rautela responded, “As long as you are doing the job, it’s fine.”

When asked if Shah had become a “crush” among girls, Rautela smiled and replied, “Yes.”

Pant’s T20 World Cup Selection and Samson’s Inclusion

Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant has been selected for the upcoming T20 World Cup as the primary wicketkeeper. Sanju Samson has been named as the second wicketkeeper, replacing KL Rahul.

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar explained that Rahul’s omission was due to the team’s need for middle-order batters. He stated that Samson’s ability to bat lower down the order made him a better fit for the squad.

India’s T20 World Cup Squad

The Indian squad for the T20 World Cup is as follows:

* Rohit Sharma (c)
* Hardik Pandya (vc)
* Yashasvi Jaiswal
* Virat Kohli
* Suryakumar Yadav
* Rishabh Pant (wk)
* Sanju Samson (wk)
* Shivam Dube
* Ravindra Jadeja
* Axar Patel
* Kuldeep Yadav
* Yuzvendra Chahal
* Arshdeep Singh
* Jasprit Bumrah
* Mohd. Siraj

Reserves:

* Shubman Gill
* Rinku Singh
* Khaleel Ahmed
* Avesh Khan

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KL Rahul Dropped from India's T20 World Cup Squad: Agarkar Explains

KL Rahul Dropped from India’s T20 World Cup Squad: Agarkar Explains

By May 3, 2024 0

KL Rahul Omitted from India’s T20 World Cup Squad: BCCI Chief Selector Explains

The Indian cricket team’s wicket-keeping position for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 has been a subject of much debate. The selectors have ultimately opted for Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson, leaving out KL Rahul from the 15-member squad and reserves.

This decision has raised eyebrows, considering Rahul’s impressive form in the ongoing IPL 2024. He became the first wicket-keeper batter to score 400 runs in the competition this year. However, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar has shed light on the rationale behind Rahul’s exclusion.

Agarkar explained that the selectors were prioritizing players who can bat in the middle order. Rahul, on the other hand, has primarily played as an opener for his IPL team, Lucknow Super Giants.

“KL’s a terrific player. But we were looking for guys who bat in the middle. We feel Sanju has the ability to come down the order if need be. Rishabh is batting at No. 5 for DC. It wasn’t whether KL is better or these guys are better. It’s about the slots we needed, and we felt that these two are better equipped at this point in the latter half of the innings,” Agarkar said.

Agarkar also acknowledged the influence of IPL performances on team selection. However, he emphasized that the selectors do not solely rely on three months of cricket.

“It’s a little bit of a challenge. You try and plan before the IPL starts. We had conversations in the last few months anyway. You keep a track of performances and fitness of players, but if you get swayed by three months of cricket, then there’s something wrong in the way you pick players. We were pretty clear in our thinking,” Agarkar added.

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Pant and Samson Selected as Wicketkeepers for India's T20 World Cup Squad

Pant and Samson Selected as Wicketkeepers for India’s T20 World Cup Squad

By May 3, 2024 0

Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson have been selected as the wicketkeeper-batters for India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup. This marks Samson’s first inclusion in an India squad for a senior men’s World Cup, while Pant returns to the national set-up after recovering from injuries sustained in a car accident.

In the ongoing IPL 2024, Samson has amassed 385 runs in nine innings at a strike rate of 161, while Pant has scored 398 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 159. Samson has hit 36 fours compared to Pant’s 31, but Pant has smacked 24 sixes compared to Samson’s 17.

Former India wicketkeeper-batter Ajay Ratra believes Pant would be his first choice over Samson, citing his strong performances since returning to competitive cricket. Ratra highlights Pant’s left-handed batting in the middle order and his experience in international cricket as advantages.

However, Samson’s strike rate in the first ten balls (138) is better than Pant’s (119), and his strike rate in overs 7-15 (159) is also higher than Pant’s (139). Pant, on the other hand, has the edge in overs 16-20, with a strike rate of 229 compared to Samson’s 206.

Ratra also praises Pant’s wicketkeeping skills, noting his swift movement behind the stumps and his ability to take impressive catches. He believes Pant’s unique style of wicketkeeping has been successful so far.

Ratra expresses disappointment over KL Rahul’s omission from the squad, stating that Rahul’s experience and ability to perform in pressure situations would have been valuable. However, he acknowledges the selectors’ difficult task in choosing between Rahul and Samson.

Ratra also laments the omission of Rinku Singh from the main squad, citing his exceptional performances as a finisher with a strike rate of 176.23. He believes Singh’s ability to score runs against both spinners and pacers, as well as his fielding skills, would have been beneficial to the team.

Ratra concludes by observing that India has a strong spin-bowling contingent, comprising Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Yuzvendra Chahal. He notes that drop-in pitches tend to be slower, but it remains to be seen what kind of matches the World Cup will produce.

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Rishabh Pant Named as Potential Game-Changer for India in T20 World Cup

Rishabh Pant Named as Potential Game-Changer for India in T20 World Cup

By May 2, 2024 0

The Indian cricket team has unveiled its 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the West Indies and USA from June 2 to 29. Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal has identified Rishabh Pant as the potential game-changer for Rohit Sharma’s side.

Lal believes that Pant’s return to the team is crucial for India’s success in the tournament. “If India wants to win, he needs to perform well. It is as simple as that,” said Lal. “He is a class act. At the moment, he is one of the top batsmen in the world.”

Lal also praised the selection of Shivam Dube over Rinku Singh as an all-rounder. “Dube has done quite well recently,” said Lal. “He is the best hitter of the ball (at the moment). That’s why I think they have picked Dube ahead of Rinku Singh.”

However, Lal questioned the exclusion of KL Rahul from the squad. “KL is also very talented, and there is no doubt about that,” said Lal. “It (not selecting Rahul) is another mysterious case.”

Lal emphasized the importance of performing well in the initial overs of the match. “The game is won on the front when the top batsmen and bowlers play well,” said Lal. “For the bowlers, if you don’t get wickets early on and then allow opponents to score runs against you, then that haunts you all the game. The same goes with the batsmen. The first six and last three-four are very important overs.”

India’s schedule for the T20 World Cup 2024 includes matches against Ireland (June 5), Pakistan (June 9), the USA (June 12), and Canada (15), all to be played in New York and Florida.

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Rishabh Pant's Profound Insights on Ambition, Dreams, and the Cricket Journey

Rishabh Pant’s Profound Insights on Ambition, Dreams, and the Cricket Journey

By May 2, 2024 0

Rishabh Pant, the enigmatic Indian wicketkeeper-batter, has shared his profound insights on the nature of ambition, dreams, and the relentless journey of cricket. In a candid interview with Star Sports, Pant delved into the transformative evolution of dreams, emphasizing the need for continuous self-challenge and reinvention.

Pant’s reflections resonate with the transformative nature of aspirations, evolving from childhood fantasies to self-motivated milestones. He acknowledges the importance of setting new goals to sustain motivation and growth, stating, “As a kid I always thought I have to play for India… So I played for India, now what? You have to give yourself different dreams.”

Drawing from personal experience, Pant underscores the significance of focusing on the process while establishing small, attainable targets in life to fuel motivation. “It is important to give yourself these small goals in life… So that we remain motivated. And this is a constant journey,” he remarks, highlighting the perpetual quest for personal and professional excellence.

In a poignant analogy, Pant likens the cricketing journey to a dynamic progression rather than a static destination, asserting, “I feel cricket is not a destination. Playing for India is not a destination. It’s a journey.” His profound insight underscores the enduring commitment and continuous evolution inherent in the pursuit of sporting excellence.

Pant’s introspective musings come against the backdrop of his remarkable resurgence in the cricketing arena, marked by his triumphant return to the Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. This milestone follows a tumultuous period during which Pant faced a near-fatal car crash, resulting in a severe knee injury that threatened his career.

Undeterred by adversity, Pant’s resilience and determination shone through as he staged a remarkable comeback to competitive cricket, dazzling fans with his explosive batting displays in the ongoing Indian Premier League. With 398 runs in 11 innings at a blistering strike rate of 158.56, Pant’s performances underscored his indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to excellence.

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