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  • WATCH: Kaviya Maran Breaks Down Into Tears As SRH Lose IPL 2024 Final Against KKR | Cricket News

    An all-round performance from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), including fiery spells by Mitchell Starc and Andre Russell and a half-century by Venkatesh Iyer, helped the Purple and Gold side secure their third Indian Premier League (IPL) title and their first in 10 years as they defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by eight wickets on Sunday at Chennai’s Chepauk Stadium.

    Sunrisers, which set the T20 cricketing world on fire with their fierce hitting, sky-high run-rates, largely due to the opening pair of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, got the taste of its own medicine. In a battle of two big buys, the Australian stars Cummins (20.5 crores for SRH) and Starc (24.75 crores for KKR), it was the latter who prevailed.

    During the IPL 2024 final at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) owner Kavya Maran was spotted in tears. A video circulating on social media shows Kavya visibly upset in the stands as the Orange Army struggled against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

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    #IPL2O24 #IPLFinal2024 #KavyaMaran#KnightRiders #SunrisersHyderabad pic.twitter.com/eAjGOas2lP Hindi States (@HindiStates) May 26, 2024

    During the run-chase of 114 runs, the opening pair of Sunil Narine and Rahmanullah Gurbaz could not put on a lengthy partnership. Narine was dismissed for just six runs in two balls, with SRH skipper Pat Cummins getting his wicket. Shahbaz Ahmed took a fine catch. KKR was 11/1 in 1.2 overs.

    Venkatesh Iyer joined Gurbaz and took the run-chase forward. The left-handed Venkatesh started Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s third over with a four, six and then another six. 20 runs came in the over.

    With a boundary on delivery by Cummins, Gurbaz helped KKR reach the 50-run mark in 4.1 overs. The final over of the powerplay by T Natrajan also proved to be a run-fest, with Iyer getting three fours and a six over deep square leg in his over, which gave a total of 20 runs to KKR.

    At the end of the powerplay after six overs, KKR was 72/1, with Iyer (40*) and Gurbaz (21*) unbeaten. Kolkata marched towards the winning total with their brutal hitting, giving SRH a taste of their own medicine. With a six by Iyer over long-off, KKR crossed the 100-run mark in 8.4 overs.

    However, Gurbaz lost his wickets, trapped leg-before wicket by Shahbaz Ahmed for 39 in 32 balls, with five fours and two sixes. KKR was 102/2 in 8.5 overs. Skipper Shreyas Iyer was next up and he started by launching a reverse sweep into the boundary.

    KKR completed the run-chase, making 114/2 in 10.3 overs, with Venkatesh (52* in 26 balls, with four boundaries and three sixes) and Shreyas (6* in three balls, with a four) unbeaten. Pat Cummins and Shahbaz Ahmed got a wicket each.

    Earlier, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) quicks made short work of the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) forcing the Pat Cummins side to unfold on a score of 113 in the title clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 on Sunday here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

    On a night with clouds hovering over Chepauk, KKR pacers inflicted carnage on a red soil surface which offered more bounce for the speedsters. It all started with Mitchell Starc putting on an exhibition with the new ball to put Hyderabad on the back foot through his opening spell, returning with a figure of 2-14 while Andre Russell, Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy combined well in the middle phase to pile the misery with Russell finishing with three wickets in just 2.3 overs, conceding 19.

    Put to bat first, Starc with an outstanding opening over dimmed SRH openers’ hopes of forming a strong partnership. The Aussie pacer, who was acquired by KKR for a whopping price of Rs 24.75 crores, becoming the most expensive player of the tournament’s history, gave SRH a big blow as he bowled a top-notch delivery to remove opener Abhishek Sharma for two in the first over of the innings.

    The right-arm fast-medium Vaibhav Arora piled more misery on SRH as he dismissed Travis Head for a duck.

    SRH was blown away by Starc’s inswingers as the pacer delivered a terrific delivery which Rahul Tripathi mistimed to hand a catch to Ramandeep Singh at the mid-wicket. After three dismissals Aiden Markram and Nitish Reddy then held the charge to take SRH past 40/3 after 6 overs. Markram then opened his hands and cracked 17 off Vaibhav’s over, slamming back-to-back two boundaries.

    Harshit Rana then bagged his first wicket of the night, removing Nitish Reddy for 13 in the 7th over. After some superb stuff from the KKR pacers, captain Shreyas Iyer introduced spin by giving the bowl to Sunil Narine, who kept the run flow in check. Andre Russell came into the attack and got a wicket of set batter Markram for 20 and in his next over he removed Abdul Samad for 4.

    Harshit then dismissed Heinrich Klaasen for 16 and the last pure batter of SRH also departed leaving Hyderabad’s hope of scoring a big total in a ditch. This was the second-lowest score at the fall of the 7th wicket in an IPL final.

    Pat Cummins kept piling runs and rotating strikes, however, the captain failed to guide his team to a big total as Russell bagged the last wicket bundling out SRH for 113 in 18.3. Brief score: Sunrisers Hyderabad 18.3 (Pat Cummins 24, Aiden Markram 20; Andre Russell 3-19) vs Kolkata Knight Riders.

  • Shah Rukh Khan’s bold move, blank cheque offered to Gautam Gambhir amid BCCI’s pursuit for Team India’s coaching role: Report | Cricket News

    The iconic Eden Gardens erupted in jubilation as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched their third IPL title, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a nail-biting final on Sunday. Amidst deafening roars from the packed stands, the Shah Rukh Khan-owned franchise etched their name in IPL folklore once again, adding another glorious chapter to their storied legacy.

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    Gambhir’s Midas Touch

    Much of KKR’s success can be attributed to the tactical genius of mentor Gautam Gambhir. The former Indian opener, who led KKR to their previous two IPL triumphs, has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the team’s ethos. His calm demeanor and astute decision-making proved invaluable throughout the tournament, culminating in a well-deserved victory.

    Rinku Singh: The Unlikely Hero

    While star performers like Venkatesh Iyer and Nitish Rana played their part, it was the unheralded Rinku Singh who truly stole the show. With KKR teetering at 89/5 in their pursuit of 174, the left-hander displayed nerves of steel, smashing an unbeaten 42 off just 28 deliveries to guide his team home.

    Cummins’ Valiant Effort in Vain

    For SRH, Pat Cummins led from the front, both with the ball and the bat. The Australian spearhead claimed three crucial wickets before contributing a blistering 33 off just 18 balls. However, his efforts ultimately fell short as KKR held their nerve in the closing stages.

    Shah Rukh’s Unbridled Passion

    As the winning runs were scored, the celebrations reached a crescendo, with Shah Rukh Khan leading the charge. The Bollywood superstar, known for his unwavering passion for the sport, was seen embracing Gambhir and the players, his joy evident for all to see. The victory not only cemented KKR’s status as one of the most successful IPL franchises but also underscored Shah Rukh’s deep commitment to the team.

    Tactical Masterclass from Gambhir

    Gautam Gambhir’s influence on KKR’s fortunes cannot be overstated. From his shrewd team selections to his calculated bowling changes, the former India opener displayed a tactical acumen that kept his side ahead of the game. His ability to inspire and motivate his players was equally vital, as evidenced by the team’s resilience in the face of adversity.

  • Tushar Deshpande’s Instagram Story Adds Salt To RCB’s Wounds, CSK Star Delets It Later | cricket news

    In an era where social media blunders are rapidly amplified, Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) pacer Tushar Deshpande found himself at the center of controversy following his Instagram story mocking Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). After RCB’s defeat to Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2024 Eliminator, Deshpande’s ill-timed post added fuel to the fire, leading to a backlash that prompted its swift deletion.

    Tushar Deshpande’s Instagram story. pic.twitter.com/bXSed8pf7Y — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 22, 2024

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    A Heartbreaking Defeat for RCB

    Royal Challengers Bangalore, riding high on a six-match winning streak, faced a crushing blow as their IPL 2024 campaign ended in the Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals. Despite posting a competitive total of 172/8, courtesy of valuable contributions from Virat Kohli (33 off 24) and Rajat Patidar (34 off 22), RCB’s efforts fell short. RR’s chase, spearheaded by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s explosive 45 off 30 balls and Riyan Parag’s composed 36 off 26, ensured they reached 174/6 in 20 overs, knocking RCB out of the tournament.

    Deshpande’s Instagram Faux Pas

    As RCB fans mourned yet another missed opportunity, Tushar Deshpande’s Instagram story added insult to the injury. The CSK pacer posted a photo of Bengaluru Cantonment railway station with the caption “CSK fans are built different,” subtly mocking RCB’s repeated failures. However, recognizing the insensitivity and potential backlash, Deshpande quickly deleted the post.

    Analyzing the Game: RCB’s Batting Woes

    RCB’s innings had moments of brilliance but lacked the finishing touch needed to secure a higher total. Kohli’s quickfire 33 and Patidar’s solid 34 laid a promising foundation, but the middle-order struggled to accelerate. Despite a spirited effort, the score seemed insufficient against a resilient RR side. Avesh Khan (3/35) and Ravichandran Ashwin (2/29) were instrumental in keeping RCB’s total in check.

    Rajasthan’s Resilience: Jaiswal and Parag Shine

    Chasing 173, RR faced early jitters but quickly found their rhythm with Jaiswal’s aggressive approach. His 30-ball 45 included some stunning boundaries, providing the necessary momentum. Parag’s calm demeanor under pressure was commendable, as he anchored the chase with a crucial 36 off 26 balls. The duo’s efforts were complemented by Rovman Powell’s late cameo (16* off 9), sealing the win for Rajasthan.

    Turning Points: Siraj and Ferguson’s Efforts

    Mohammed Siraj’s late strikes (2/33) gave RCB a glimmer of hope, dismissing Parag and Hetmyer in quick succession. Lockie Ferguson’s crucial breakthroughs, including the dismissals of Jaiswal and Kohler-Cadmore, momentarily shifted the game’s momentum. However, Powell’s calculated assault in the final overs dashed RCB’s comeback hopes.

    The Road Ahead for Rajasthan Royals

    With this victory, Rajasthan Royals advanced to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Qualifier 2, setting up an exciting clash for a place in the IPL final. RR’s win, breaking a four-match losing streak, reinvigorates their campaign and showcases their potential to go all the way.

    Social Media’s Double-Edged Sword

    Deshpande’s Instagram story serves as a reminder of the double-edged sword that is social media. While it can enhance fan engagement and provide a platform for personal expression, it also requires a level of sensitivity and awareness, especially in the heat of competitive sports. The incident underscores the need for athletes to exercise caution and empathy in their online interactions.

  • Rapper King plays at IPL 2023 ultimate, crowd grooves to his songs. Watch video

    Rapper King aka Arpan Chandel kicked off the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 ultimate with an electrifying efficiency, surroundings the very best surroundings for the sport. The singer used to be observed dancing and taking part in the enthusiastic crowd on the Narendra Modi Stadium, who had been eagerly waiting for the face-off between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Tremendous Kings.

    Movies circulating on the net showcased King’s lively efficiency, igniting a party-like environment sooner than the extremely expected conflict.

    A distinct begin to an important day ?

    An electrifying efficiency by means of KING will get Ahmedabad going ??#TATAIPL | #Ultimate | #CSKvGT percent.twitter.com/6FeRRLO4qw

    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) Might 29, 2023

    In an interview with Hindustan Instances, King had stated that functioning at IPL used to be like a dream come true for him. He stated, “In my eyes, that is a lot above my songs topping charts and garnering numbers. I’ve grown up with cricket. It’s in my DNA like each and every different Indian, and it makes me extraordinarily proud to be part of this birthday party of the game. It’s additionally a large second as an impartial artiste in an effort to carry out in entrance of all of the nation at an tournament of this stature.”

    An entertaining efficiency to kick off the #TATAIPL 2023 Ultimate ?

    Nucleya makes Ahmedabad groove to his tunes ??#TATAIPL | #Ultimate | #CSKvGT percent.twitter.com/RWTcbMzH06

    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) Might 28, 2023

    On Sunday, Nucleya took the degree for a efficiency on the Narendra Modi Stadium, surroundings the music for the overall. Alternatively, heavy rain and hailstorm in Ahmedabad, resulted within the postponement of the fit to the reserve day, Might 29.

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  • ‘As soon as Jofra was once long past, I knew Akash Madhwal had persona to do task for us’: Rohit Sharma on Mumbai’s gamechanger

    Unheralded Akash Madhwal grew to become out to be Mumbai Indians hero on Wednesday, as he claimed 5 wickets for simply 5 runs in 3.3 overs. Madhwal broke the backbone of Lucknow Tremendous Giants via claiming the wickets of Prerak Mankad, Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi and Mohsin Khan at the night time at hand Lucknow Tremendous Giants an 81-run defeat within the Eliminator.

    Mumbai will now take at the Gujarat Titans in the second one Qualifier.

    Talking concerning the game-winner within the post-match dialog, Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma heaped reward on Madhwal, who’s Uttarakhand’s first homegrown cricketer to play within the IPL.

    “He (Akash) was once the a part of the staff remaining yr as a toughen bowler, however he didn’t get to play. As soon as Jofra Archer was once long past (because of harm), I knew he had abilities and the nature to do the task for us. We wanted any individual to bowl on the again finish and we knew what he had,” mentioned Sharma.

    READ: Akash Madhwal: Engineer, Pant’s neighbour and MI’s trump card who eradicated Lucknow Tremendous Giants

    The five-time winners have made it a dependancy of unearthing diamonds from the tough through the years. when requested what separated Mumbai when it got here to ability scouting after which serving to those kids achieve self belief, Sharma mentioned: “Through the years, now we have noticed many guys coming in from Mumbai Indians and taking part in for India. You will need to cause them to (kids) really feel particular and cause them to really feel a part of the staff, my task is to only cause them to comfy within the heart. They’re very transparent of their roles about what they want to do for the staff and that’s what you need. As a staff we loved it (fielding). Excellent to look everybody contributing at the box.”

    Mumbai had been in dire straights within the first part of the league degree, however controlled to dance again in the second one.

    “That’s what now we have completed through the years. Other people don’t be expecting us to do what now we have completed, however we controlled to.,” mentioned Sharma. “Coming to Chennai, we knew entire staff wishes to come back to the birthday celebration. At Wankhede you wish to have one or two good performances, however right here this can be a other ball recreation.”

    In the meantime, his Lucknow counterpart, Pandya, took the blame for LSG’s defeat. The staff was once 68/2 at one degree with Pandya and Marcus Stoinis sewing in combination a partnership. However Pandya controlled to lose his wicket, which began the droop. The staff quickly discovered itself bowled out for 101.

    “We had been in a just right place at one degree, however the whole thing began going incorrect after I performed that (rash) shot. We will have to have performed higher cricket. That shot (which value him his wicket) was once now not on. I utterly take the blame for that. The ball was once coming effectively directly to the bat, we simply needed to bat higher. We didn’t play just right cricket after that strategic damage,” mentioned Pandya.

  • ‘Wonderful thing about Dhoni… looks like he’s including 10 extra runs on board with captaincy’: Hardik Pandya lots reward on CSK skipper

    Chennai Tremendous Kings made it to their tenth Indian Premier League ultimate after toppling protecting champions and table-topping Gujarat Titans via 15 runs on the Chepauk Stadium within the first qualifier on Tuesday.

    Batting first, Ruturaj Gaikwad (60) and Devon Conway (40) arrange CSK for a preventing general of 172. When the house group got here out to bowl, it was once Dhoni’s bowling possible choices and astute box settings that skittled out Gujarat for 157 runs. His box settings arrange Rashid Khan’s wicket, who at one level to threatening to remove the sport from the hosts at a quickfire 16-ball 30.

    Dhoni’s plan for him was once intricate: he were given the bowler to bowl neatly out of doors off whilst he located a deep squarish level in position. Tushar Deshpande bowled one neatly out of doors that Rashid let cross, however it was once criminal. Subsequent ball was once neatly out of doors off, complete and dipping, and Rashid needed to throw his bat at it. His slice-chop discovered the person at deep level who didn’t have to transport an inch.

    “That’s the wonder about Dhoni. Together with his thoughts and the best way he makes use of the bowlers, it looks like he’s including 10 runs. We stored dropping wickets, he stored converting the bowlers, credit score to him. Can be great to fulfill him on Sunday,” mentioned Gujarat skipper Hardik Pandya.

    Pandya admitted that ‘fundamental mistakes had price them the sport’, however mentioned that they wouldn’t spend an excessive amount of time mulling over the defeat forward in their do-or-die Eliminator 2 conflict later this week.

    When requested what the group may just strengthen on, Pandya mentioned: “To be fair, lot of items we did proper lately. We bowled some cushy balls. The type of bowlers we had, I felt we conceded 15 additional runs. We didn’t do proper in each the departments. However I don’t suppose we want to glance an excessive amount of into it. We’ve yet one more sport. We’ll center of attention on issues we now have performed actually neatly. We’ll give a crack once more after two days. Regrets aren’t just right in lifestyles. No worries in regards to the defeat. We anticipated dew would possibly come, it didn’t come.”

    Speaking about Dhoni’s captaincy, specifically at Chennai, AB de Villiers mentioned at the Jio Cinema are living research: “Opposition groups arrive on the Chepauk pondering they have got to play ordinary cricket. So there may be that intimidation issue, I consider. However you take a look at the scoreboard, you’ll see they have got misplaced via small margins.”

  • IPL 2023 Ultimate in Ahmedabad, Chennai to host two final-four fixtures as BCCI broadcasts Playoffs venues

    The Board of Keep an eye on for Cricket in India introduced the venues for the Indian Premier League 2023 Playoffs and the overall on Friday.

    Whilst Chennai will host Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator on Would possibly 23 and 23 respectively, the Eliminator and the summit conflict shall be performed on the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on twenty sixth and twenty eighth respectively.

    The only-lakh plus capacitated cricket stadium had hosted the overall ultimate yr as smartly with house aspect Gujarat Titans beating Rajasthan Royals to say the trophy of their maiden IPL season. IPL 2023 kickstarted at Motera with the Gujarat Titans enjoying the four-time champions, Chennai Tremendous Kings. The venue hosted its first world fit again in February 2021, a day-night Take a look at between India and England.

    ? NEWS ?

    BCCI Proclaims Time table and Venue Main points For #TATAIPL 2023 Playoffs And Ultimate.

    Main points ?https://t.co/JBLIwpUZyf

    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 21, 2023

    Chepauk Stadium then again, had featured the house aspect for the primary time this IPL after the 2019 season owing to the Covid-19 restrictions. Forward of the IPL this season, a brand new stand housing the Anna Pavilion on the venue used to be inaugurated through Tamil Nadu Leader Minister M.Okay. Stalin and the CSK captain.

    The venue within the Tamil Nadu capital used to be refurbished again in 2010 with the development proceeding for over an yr. In March 2015, the Superb Courtroom had dominated that the renovation violated rules when it comes to public protection main to 3 stands (I, J, and Okay) ultimate sealed till 2020.

    “The truth that we began within the previous stadium, it used to be very popular and humid. However now it seems like we’re enjoying in Switzerland,” CSK captain MS Dhoni had mentioned on enjoying on the refurbished venue.

  • Other people counted David Miller out however for us he was once at all times a match-winner, says Gujarat Titans captain Hardik Pandya

    Hardik Pandya has stated that whilst others can have now not idea a lot of David Miller, Gujarat Titans at all times had religion in his match-winning skills. Miller, who has stated he’s having his best Indian Premier League season but, put Gujarat Titans into the Ahmedabad ultimate with 3 successive sixes within the ultimate over towards Rajasthan Royals’ Prasidh Krishna within the first Qualifier at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

    Miller completed on 68 off 38 balls and placed on an unbroken 106-run fourth-wicket stand together with his skipper Pandya, who stated that Miller had proven what he may just do if he was once given significance and function readability inside a group set-up.

    “I’m truly happy with the best way he has lifted his recreation, he’s truly a rattling excellent man,” Pandya stated of Miller. “I used to be proud to play with him and revel in… merely he’s this type of glorious man I’ve at all times sought after excellent issues to occur to him. It displays that should you display love and significance to a person participant, he can flourish and the way.

    “Other people counted David Miller out, however for us, he was once at all times the match-winner from the time we purchased him within the public sale,” Pandya stated. “We at all times anticipated him to do what he did (in Kolkata) but it surely was once essential to provide him the significance, love and readability as to what we think from him and if we fail it’s k, it’s only a recreation.”

    Congratulations to the @gujarat_titans as they march into the Ultimate of their maiden IPL season! ? ?

    Shocking efficiency by way of @hardikpandya7 & Co to overcome #RR by way of 7⃣ wickets in Qualifier 1 on the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. ? ?

    Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/O3T1ww9yVk#TATAIPL | #GTvRR %.twitter.com/yhpj77nobA

    — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) Might 24, 2022

    Talking to Shubman Gill after the win, Miller stated that Pandya had helped calm his nerves when he went in at 85 for three within the 10th over in pursuit of 189. “I used to be a little bit worried to be truthful with you however Hardik stated shall we simply stay taking part in excellent cricket pictures, stay hitting the distance,” Miller instructed Gill. “As you noticed he was once now not working too rapid, and for me, I revel in working between the wickets beautiful exhausting. Nevertheless it ended up figuring out beautiful neatly. It was once a handy guide a rough outfield so hitting the distance was once more than likely the most efficient name, and simply hitting excellent cricket pictures.”

    On the post-match presentation, Miller additionally spoke in regards to the religion Titans had invested in him. “I feel alternative, originally I’ve been given a excellent function and a excellent in depth run within the group,” Miller stated. “I felt extraordinarily subsidized from the outset.”