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As India gear up for the T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies, cricketers like Shivam Dube and Ruturaj Gaikwad share expertise with US diplomats in Mumbai. Mohammed Siraj mentors bowling, Gaikwad and Dube coach batting. Indian stars, including Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, head to the US for the tournament, aiming to clinch their first T20 World Cup title since 2007. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/afWBvsC

After a light training session session a day before, the Indian team on Thursday hit the nets and meant serious business as skipper Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav were seen batting against likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya. Yuzvendra Chahal, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Avesh Khan and Rinku Singh, who arrived late in New York featured only in light training drills. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/bncqiKE

England will head into the defense of its T20 World Cup title on the back of a 2-0 series victory over Pakistan after coasting to a seven-wicket win in their fourth and final match at The Oval on Thursday. After restricting Pakistan to 157 all out, England powered to its target with 27 balls remaining largely thanks to Phil Salt’s 45 and captain Jos Buttler’s 39 in their opening stand of 82 off 38 balls. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/SXZHmKl

Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir embraced each other during the 2024 Indian Premier League season, demonstrating mutual respect and camaraderie. Kohli and Gambhir showed that their past differences were behind them. Gambhir guided KKR to their third IPL title, ending a 10-year title drought. He addressed the perceived rift and emphasized the importance of their relationship. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/HTFB5A0

Dinesh Karthik, a veteran wicketkeeper-batter, has announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) despite being in peak physical condition for another three years. Despite not missing a game due to injury in his three decades, Karthik stated that mental demands of the game have led him to step away from the sport. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tl1dDgG

The security for the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match in New York has been heightened due to ISIS-K's call for a "Lone Wolf" attack. The group released a global video urging independent attackers to act, prompting an urgent response from local and state officials. Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder confirmed the threat and outlined safety measures. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/pdriTn2

Australia's veteran support staff stepped in as they defeated Namibia in their T20 World Cup warm-up match in Trinidad. David Warner, recovering from a disappointing IPL, led the nine-man Australian team, chasing down Namibia's 9-119 easily. Despite using four support staff over 40 as substitute fielders, Warner's unbeaten 54 ensured a seven-wicket victory. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/5ea2sWQ

Suryakumar Yadav, the world No.1 T20I batter, shared a humorous moment with teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal on social media as the Indian cricket team prepares for the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup in New York. The team, consisting of Rohit Sharma, head coach Rahul Dravid, and pacer Jasprit Bumrah, arrived in two batches. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Miqkt76

England and Pakistan's preparations for the 2024 T20 World Cup faced setbacks, with their third match in Cardiff abandoned due to bad weather and the first match at Headingley failing. Despite these setbacks, England remain 1-0 in the series, with their only victory coming from a 23-run win at Edgbaston. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/syUpbz8

Former cricketer Shahid Afridi has praised Pakistan's bowling line-up as the strongest in the upcoming T20 World Cup, stating that the team's pace attack, including Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf, is exceptional in its skill and depth. Pakistan are a favorite for the tournament, following their runner-up finish in the previous edition. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/MRF5zBq

India's bowling duo, Yuzvendra Chahal and Avesh Khan, have departed to join the first batch of the Men in Blue squad in New York ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup, starting on June 1. Star spinner Chahal, who played for Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the recently concluded IPL 2024, had an impressive campaign, taking 18 wickets. Pacer Avesh Khan will accompany the team as a reserve player. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/1eCRuHh

Harshal Patel, the versatile quick from Punjab Kings, clinched the Purple Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 as the tournament concluded at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday. Finishing the season with an impressive tally of 24 wickets in 14 matches, Patel maintained an economy rate of 9.73 and an average of 19.87. This marks his second Purple Cap, following his triumph in 2021 while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore, where he bagged 32 wickets in a single season. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/8fI2Hou

Kolkata Knight Riders secured their third Indian Premier League title by decisively defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final match, winning by eight wickets. This victory marked their first championship since their last triumph in 2014, following their initial IPL success in 2012. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/VuEKfyI

Kolkata Knight Riders lifted their third trophy in the Indian Premier League with a crushing eight-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in a completely one-sided final on Sunday. Having lost the toss, KKR produced a clinical effort with the ball to dismiss SRH for 113, the lowest ever total in an IPL title clash. KKR chased down the target of 114 with as many as 57 balls to spare. Venkatesh Iyer remained not out on 52 off 26 balls. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/4r6Wqav

Two-time former champions Kolkata Knight Riders take on 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final of the 2024 Indian Premier League at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, and KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan recalled how the franchise turned its bad days into winning days with Gautam Gambhir as the team's skipper. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/lPwh9NA

Having made a grand return to action following a 15-month break due to a near-fatal accident, young wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant posed with some members of the Indian team as they departed for New York for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on Saturday. Pant was seen enjoying the adulation of fans and meeting his former teammates, taking selfies with fellow players at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/6R0ciCu

The first batch of Indian players including skipper Rohit Sharma, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and number one ranked T20I batter Suryakumar Yadav left for the United States ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup starting from June 1 onwards. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/qIaLwDb

Kavya Maran, co-owner of Sunrisers Hyderabad, has been a steadfast supporter of her team throughout the IPL 2024 season. Her enthusiastic and emotional reactions during the matches have captured significant attention on social media platforms. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/IewVuh6

Sandeep Sharma, the Rajasthan Royals pacer, received high praise from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar for his outstanding bowling performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2024 Qualifier 2 held in Chennai on Friday. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/mCfvVUe

Ashwin's crucial role for Royals in Chepauk qualifier vs SRH, battling injury, facing Kolkata Knight Riders, with Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, Yuzvendra Chahal, CSK, and challenging Virat Kohli & Co. Ashwin had an indifferent start to the IPL, but he has slowly come into his own at the back-end of the tournament. In 14 games, he has taken 9 wickets at an economy rate of 8.31, which is probably not his best. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/aUdBcXZ

Virat Kohli reflects on RCB's loss to Rajasthan Royals in the IPL playoffs, expressing pride in the team's turnaround despite dashed title hopes. ​​The agonizing wait for a maiden IPL trophy has now stretched to 17 years. His peers, MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma, in contrast, have lifted the cup five and six times respectively. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Um6kGsJ

The deadline for applications for India head coach job closes on May 27 and the likes of Australian greats Ricky Ponting, Langer and Kiwi legend Stephen Fleming have pulled out of the race. Ponting on Thursday revealed he was approached to be India's next head cricket coach, but said the demands of the high-profile job meant he was unlikely to take it up. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/jWYxi0C

Rain might have played a spoilsport in the first T20I between England and Pakistan at Headingley on Wednesday but Mohammad Rizwan made sure that the spectators still had something to cheer about despite the inclement weather. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/dhjf74G

In the high-stakes arena of the IPL playoffs, teams often measure success not only by victories but also by their ability to handle pressure and deliver when it matters most. However, for some teams, multiple defeats have marked their playoff journey with disappointment and heartbreak. For RCB, the quest for IPL glory continues, fueled by the bitter taste of playoff defeats and the determination to overcome obstacles and emerge victorious on cricket's grandest stage. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/SZ6RIyN

Persistent rain abandoned the first Twenty20 international between England and Pakistan at Headingley without a ball being bowled. Intended to launch England's T20 World Cup defence, the match was called off an hour before the scheduled start. The four-match series continues Saturday at Edgbaston, with the potential return of fast bowler Jofra Archer. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/elqinAV

After Kolkata Knight Riders' impressive win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Qualifier 1, Venkatesh Iyer credited KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan's motivational pep talk which made the team pumped up to give their best in the middle. Fast bowler Mitchell Starc delivered impressive figures of 3-34, helping KKR thrash SRH by eight wickets on Tuesday in Ahmedabad to secure a spot in the Indian Premier League final. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/BIl5nAw

The unfortunate dismissal left SRH batter Rahul Tripathi dejected and dispirited, as it was a pivotal moment in the game that could have altered the outcome for his team. Tripathi's untimely departure from the crease was a grievous blow to SRH's chances of putting up a total of close to 200, leaving him despondent and heartbroken. Tripathi, visibly devastated, was seen sitting on the stairs in a state of shock and disbelief following his unfortunate run-out. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Zks1In8

Mumbai Indians' 4 Indian T20 WC players spark IPL impact debate for Team India. KKR, SRH lack WC squad members. Rinku Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Virat Kohli's absence raise selection concerns. Uncertainty surrounds India reserves. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/aUxL0p3

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders, featuring Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma's explosive batting, will face off in an intense IPL match with Rahul Tripathi providing middle-order impetus. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/BsJt6KM

CSK's chances of making the playoffs were dashed on Saturday after they lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League match. During the match, Dhoni batted for about four overs, amassing 25 runs at a strike rate of 192.31. Following CSK's heartbreaking loss, all eyes and cameras were on Dhoni, eagerly waiting for him to hint at his future plans. However, the veteran wicketkeeper remained tight-lipped, leaving fans in suspense about what lies ahead. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/fjQVOpz

After losing seven of their first eight matches, the Bengaluru team, led by Faf du Plessis and inspired by Orange Cap holder Virat Kohli (708 runs), won their next six matches on the trot to push CSK out of the race and finish in the top four on the leaderboard. They will now take on Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/f8hFQud

Looking to return to winning ways after four defeats on the trot, Rajasthan Royals got no game time in their last game against table-toppers KKR as the match got abandoned with only toss taking place. Both teams shared a point each as Royals hopes of securing a top-two finish were dashed. KKR ended the league stage at the top with 20 points. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/Lui1VsR

It turned out to be a dream night for Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer Yash Dayal as he successfully defended 17 runs in the final over against the formidable duo of Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni, steering his side into the IPL 2024 playoffs. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/QglZEIN

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Faf du Plessis astonished both his fellow players and the spectators at the Chinnaswamy Stadium with an exceptional display of fielding prowess. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/84ihIy1

Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul expressed disappointment with the team's performance in the IPL 2024 after their victory against Mumbai Indians. Despite the win, LSG ended the season with 14 points and was eliminated from the playoffs. Rahul humorously referenced an advertisement featuring himself, his father-in-law Suniel Shetty, and Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/bSW8BY2

Seasoned all-rounder Hardik Pandya's return to the MI setup was met with much fanfare, but the team managed to win only four out of 14 games under his leadership. Reflecting on the season, Pandya admitted that their performance fell significantly short of expectations, ultimately costing them the chance to make a meaningful impact in the tournament. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/1e4aG6S

MI suffered an 18-run defeat to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at home, finishing at 196 for six in pursuit of 215, ultimately placing last in the league for the second time in three years. Despite Rohit Sharma's early fireworks, MI's middle-order faltered, losing momentum and failing to capitalize on the strong platform set by their captain. Young talent Naman Dhir showcased his potential with a late half-century, but his effort came too late to change the game's outcome. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/o4E2HmS

Virat Kohli's consistent performance across all formats of the game has distinguished him from his peers. His adaptability to different playing conditions and relentless hunger for runs have made him a formidable opponent for any bowling attack. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/PSWhuHo

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Thursday that India's T20 World Cup warm-up match against Bangladesh will take place on June 1 at a location yet to be determined in the USA. Led by captain Rohit Sharma, India, the inaugural champions of the Men’s T20 World Cup in 2007, are eager to secure victory in the upcoming tournament jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA, which were awarded hosting rights in 2021. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/WzYBEv5

The Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs scenarios have taken an intriguing turn following the washout of the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Gujarat Titans (GT) match on Thursday. The unexpected outcome pushed SRH into the playoffs, while simultaneously eliminating the Delhi Capitals (DC) from contention. The spotlight now shifts to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) clash on Saturday, which has morphed into a high-stakes knockout game. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/q9h0A28

MS Dhoni's appearance on the cricket field is always a mesmerizing spectacle for fans, regardless of the match's outcome. The mere sight of Thala stepping out to bat, even if it's for a solitary delivery, ignites waves of jubilation and anticipation among the crowd. In anticipation of the eagerly awaited and crucial clash between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore, a video emerged on CSK's social media platform, revealing MS Dhoni bowling during the team's practice session. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/PTwIzNS

Rajasthan Royals suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in the IPL as Punjab Kings secured a five-wicket win in their IPL 2024 match on Wednesday. Despite the loss, Rajasthan Royals, with 16 points, remain secure in terms of qualifying for the playoffs. However, with just one match remaining, Rajasthan Royals might not finish in the top two due to an inferior net run-rate, especially considering that Sunrisers Hyderabad can reach up to 18 points. After the match, Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson said the team needs to introspect what's going wrong for them in the tournament. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/reyT90z

It comes as no surprise when the world's fastest man Usain Bolt says that the fastest form of cricket is his favourite one and feels more fans in the Caribbean and world over will choose the T20 format over Tests going forward. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/hJFapQ0

Solid half-centuries from Abishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs was followed by a clinical all-round bowling effort as Delhi Capitals kept their slim IPL play-off hopes alive with a 19-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in their final league fixture on Tuesday. A belligerent 27-ball 61 from Nicholas Pooran and a 33-ball 58 not out by Arshad Khan went in vain as the loss has now made LSG's playoffs chances a distant dream. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/KYveOZH

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri took a swipe at the concept of the Spirit of Cricket while discussing on veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's YouTube channel, suggesting that he prioritises adherence to rules over the "spirit of cricket." Shastri's remarks come in the context of incidents during India's Test series in England in 2021, during which India secured a historic victory at Lord's in the second Test. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/cBX0xKV

Gujarat Titans were eliminated from IPL playoffs after their match against KKR was washed out. KKR now have a 75% chance of finishing sole toppers and a 25% chance of ending up in sole second spot, assuming no more matches get rained off. RR are not sure of topping even if they win their remaining games, but their chances of being sole toppers are a respectable 25%. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/L2cVuC7

Gujarat Titans, who won the IPL in their debut season in 2022, were knocked out of the playoff race, confirming a top-two finish for table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders, who remain the only side to have already qualified for the next stage. In a show of gratitude for their unwavering support through this season, the Captain of the Gujarat Titans, Shubman Gill and the entire squad completed a lap of honour to thank their fans. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/ZoHqgph

The BCCI, in a statement, informed that the tenure of the next coach will be over 3.5 years -- July 1st, 2024, to December 31st, 2027). 'The selection process will include a thorough review of applications, followed by personal interviews and assessments of shortlisted candidates," the BCCI said. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/tP3WKQB

Gujarat Titans' aspirations for qualifying for the Indian Premier League playoffs were dashed on Monday when rain forced their must-win match against Kolkata Knight Riders to be abandoned without a single ball being bowled. As a result, KKR secured a top-two finish with 19 points from 13 games and a spot in the Qualifier 1. Meanwhile, GT, the runners-up from last year and champions of 2022, are eliminated from playoff contention, accumulating 11 points from 13 matches. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/4iOh36A

Rajat Patidar's attacking fifty and inspired bowling set up RCB's fifth straight win, improving their IPL play-off hopes with a 47-run thrashing of DC on Sunday. Following Cameron Green's unbeaten 24-ball 32, Bengaluru posted 187-9. The RCB bowlers then combined to bowl out Delhi for 140 in 19.1 overs at their home M Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB skipper Fafa du Plessis praised his team's performance, highlighting their strength and unity. from Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Live Match Scores & Sports News Headlines, Results & more https://ift.tt/qhSafiO