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IPL 2024: Jake Fraser-McGurk’s high-toned knock powers DC to victory
Young sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk demonstrated a fine batting display, powering Delhi Capitals to squeeze out an excellent 10-run victory over Mumbai Indians in a high-scoring battle on Saturday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Romping DC to an imposing total of 257, young Jake played a lion-hearted knock of 84 off just 27, producing the best figures of his maiden IPL season.
His 84-run knock, featuring 11 boundaries and six sixes, launched the team to a great start. Later Brilliant efforts from Abhishek Porel, Shai Hope and Rishabh Pant making 36, 41 and 29 respectively, propelled the team to a stronger point. Moreover, South African batter Tristan Stubbs remained unbeaten, cracking 48 off 25.
Chasing the total, Mumbai openers couldn’t lead the team off to a fiery start, with Khaleel Ahmed dismissing dangerous Rohit Sharma. And, a little later, Mukesh Kumar struck to knock down Ishan Kishan. Powerful Suryakumar Yadav, arriving at a critical moment, started pummeling right away.
Yadav added 26 off 13 before being dismissed by Khaleel Ahmed. It remained a daunting chase for MI, despite Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya making 63 and 46 respectively. Young Tim David, imposing himself with a brisk 37 off 17, cracking two fours and three sixes, couldn’t make sure MI's win, falling just 10 runs short.
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“He's a very technical cricketer”: Matthew Hayden on Virat Kohli
Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli has been one of the standout performers for the team and also in the IPL for that matter. However, along the way he has also been criticised for having a slow-strike rate against spin attack. Kohli has been the leading run-gatherer in the IPL 2024, having scored (661) runs at a strike rate of (155.56) in last (13) matches.
Amid the constant criticism, Virat Kohli fired back at his critics and also made a drastic c
“It's got tighter finishes”: Ravi Shastri on ‘Impact Player’ rule
The “Impact Player” rule in the ongoing Indian Premier League has registered a huge backlash from players, coaches and former players, failing to get positive responses. The rule was introduced in IPL 2023, allowing the teams to bring in one extra player at any moment in the game depending on the situation. The extra 12th man joining the team will be replacing one of the players from playing XI. Recently, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma and pacer Mohammed Sira
Bangladesh name T20 WC squad, Shanto to lead
Bangladesh have added Taskin Ahmed to their squad for the upcoming T20I World Cup 2024 to be held in West Indies and USA from June 1st. Taskin is making a recovery from a side strain suffered during Bangladesh’s recent five-match T20I series against Zimbabwe.
Taskin will be looking to make a quick recovery in the lead up the T20I World Cup. He has also been named the vice captain of the team. Bangladesh had a massive success against Zimbabwe, beating the
IPL 2024: DC, LSG look to survive in a must-win encounter
In the 64th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League, Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants will be crossing the swords on Tuesday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. This clash is not just about points, it's about survival. With the stakes at an all-time high, DC and LSG will leave no stone unturned in their quest to have minimal chances for playoffs. Both teams are having six wins and 12 points each. The only difference DC and LSG have is that LSG hav
IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans eliminated following Ahmedabad washout
Last year’s runner-up Gujarat Titans have been eliminated from the ongoing Indian Premier following the washout in Ahmedabad on Monday. Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans were up against each other on Monday, but rain didn’t let the proceedings get underway, forcing the washout. Even, toss could not be done let alone match.
But, it favoured Kolkata Knight Riders, confirming their top-two finish in the points table. Gujarat Titans were already
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