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  • 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

    Also Read: Angry Sanju Samson’s ‘Use Your Brain’ Gesture To Yashasvi Jaiswal Goes Viral During RR vs RCB Game In IPL 2024 Eliminator- Watch

    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.

  • As RCB crash out of IPL 2024, Virat Kohli’s tendency to fail in knockouts is huge worry for India in T20 World Cup 2024 | Cricket News

    It has happened again. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have crashed out of IPL 2024. If you are an RCB fan, you must be very upset or agitated right now. You have seen it before and you are seeing it now. You have every right to feel rejected. While the players must not get trolled and hated online, the correct questions should be asked. First and foremost to Virat Kohli, who is the oldest face in this franchise, playing for them since 2008. RCB just doesn’t seem to have the stomach for fight in the playoffs. They cannot cross the last few milestones.

    Virat had a great season for them. He was one of the main reasons why RCB bounced back after winning six games on the trot. He says he does not listen to his criticism of batting strike rate but one saw how he employed sweep shots to good use to ensure runs came at good a pace. His strike rate in most of the matches at the latter stage of the tournament was over 200 which is a good sign for India as well. Having said that, Virat’s habit of not scoring enough runs in the knockouts of the big tournaments is still a big issue, both for RCB and India.

    India have lost several semifinals and finals since 2013. RCB have made it to the playoffs and finals as well under his captaincy or when he played but Virat has been a poor performer in these crucial matches. What happens to him in playoffs is still an unsolved mystery.

    Virat scored 33 off 24 balls but was done in Yuzvendra Chahal. On a track that required him to bat longer and deep, he lost his wicket in just the 8th over of the innings. RCB have now lost 10 matches in IPL playoffs, which is most by any team. That sort of concludes RCB and also Virat’s struggles.

    RCB’s top-order required to bat well on a track that was not so poor to bat on as the Bengaluru team made it look like. Faf du Plessis, Virat, Cameron Green and Rajat Patidar, who comprise the top four, failed to get starts or convert the starts into something substantial.

    IPL is a thing of past now for Kohli. He shifts focus on the T20 World Cup 2024. The good thing is that he is looking to score with a better strike rate. He may or may not open for India at the mega event in USA and West Indies. But he is surely batting in the top 3. The Indian team would have taken a huge dose of confidence if Virat had led the team to an IPL victory with his brilliant performances in the playoffs and the final. It could have ended his series of failures in the knockouts. But sadly, that trend has not been broken.

    India will be hoping that even if Virat does not have a solid T20 World Cup, his game peaks during the knockouts if Men in Blue qualify. India need match-winners in the knockouts. Yuvrajs, Gambhirs, Dhonis, Raina have all done the same in the past and that is why we have ICC trophies to show. It is about time a huge match-winner like Kohli delivers the goods in the knockouts.

  • ‘Classless Players, Apni Aukaat Mat Bhulo’: CSK, RCB Fans Begin Social Media War After Faf du Plessis And Co ‘Neglect’ MS Dhoni | cricket news

    After the IPL 2024 clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), a controversy took place and interestingly it involved the former Chennai captain MS Dhoni, who has possibly played his last IPL. Dhoni has not yet announced his IPL retirement but with the way he thanked the Chennai crowd after their last match at home, it appears ‘Thala’ wants to bid goodbye to the only cricket tournament he plays after international retirement. Dhoni would have liked to end on a good note, with the record-making sixth IPL trophy. Alas, it was not to be.

    Also Read | WATCH: Ambati Rayudu In Tears As RCB Knock CSK Out Of IPL 2024

    CSK had themselves to be blamed as after starting well, their campaignd derailed and this season they lost more games at home than expected. In the end, they needed a simple win to qualify for the playoffs. But they batted poorly in the chase and could not achieve the cut-off score even to qualify.

    RCB, on the other hand, won 6 matches on the trot to qualify. They won some of these matches by good margin also which boosted their Net Run rate (NRR). They were on the cusp on being knocked out early but they picked up their game in the last 3 weeks and will now play the Eliminator vs Rajasthan Royals.

    RCB fought hard and had every right to celebrate the win over CSK in their lowest group match. The celebrations were extended on the ground. An upset MS Dhoni lined up in a queue to shake hands with the RCB players. Upon seeing their celebration, he left the ground after shaking hands with the support staff of the opposition camp.

    One cannot say whether Dhoni got angered by RCB’s extended celebrations over playoffs qualification on the field but cameras have recorded him leaving the ground.

    On social media, a sort of war has erupted since then. RCB fans are targeting Dhoni for not waiting to shake hands with opposition players. On the other hand, CSK fans are also alleging that RCB players did not show respect to a senior player like MSD by ignoring him.

    One Twitter user, who happens to be a CSK fan, wrote that RCB players are classless and the should not forget that Dhoni won 5 IPL titles for CSK and should have been respected. The RCB fans also gave fitting replies to the CSK fan, saying that all MSD had to was walk 50 meters or less to shake hands.

    Check out RCB and CSK fans at loggerheads below:

    The classless RCB players who took turns to do cartwheels on the field like they had won the IPL trophy making the 5 times champions CSK team wait forever. Cricbuzz rightly criticized the RCB players for not shaking hands with #Dhoni. No class.

    Apni Aukaat mat bhulo#RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/iDpiu4Xe1k — Riya Sharma (@RiyaSharma9724) May 19, 2024

    Its Matter Of just 30 Seconds

    Ms Dhoni Couldn’t Walk 50meters For 30 Seconds To Shake Hands? pic.twitter.com/PY78qEu7gA

    — kanuga (@kanuga1431) May 19, 2024

    This man could walk to the pitch when he was already out just to argue with umpires on a no-ball but can’t walk 50m to shake hands with opposition?? What happened to spirit of cricket??https://t.co/LKa7TPIOIU — Akshay (@aksh__96) May 19, 2024

    The mystery continues over Dhoni’s future at CSK. Is he going to come back to win another title for Chennai next season as a player. Experts say that if BCCI keeps the Impact Player rule, in which 12 players can take part in an IPL game across the two innings, there are more chances for aging Dhoni playing next season again. The rule gives him the cushion to play purely as a batter lower down the order.

  • RCB Unbox Event 2024 LIVE Streaming Details: Check When And Where To Watch, Tickets, Time, Celebrities To Attend; All You Need To Know | cricket news

    Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are in news and for all the right reasons. The women's team of RCB scripted history when they clinched their first-ever WPL title in Delhi. What followed was a night full of celebrations and it is going to continue for next few days as RCB Unbox Day is also round the corner. RCB Unbox Day event is set to take place in Bengaluru on March 19. As per reports, the event is set to be attended by RCB women champions. The event will be held at the M Chinnaswamy stadium.

    Also Read | WATCH: Virat Kohli Dances With RCB Women's Players After Historic WPL 2024 Title Win

    What Is RCB Unbox Event?

    RCB organize this event prior to the IPL season every year. It is a fan engagement program where the RCB fans come close with their heroes. In 2022, RCB announced their new captain Faf du Plessis at RCB Unbox day. There are questions and answers sessions with the fans and the press followed by music performances. In a nutshell, this event is purely for the fans as the franchise says thanks to them for supporting them for years and seeks their undying support for more year.

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    Understood why @iamRashmika erased Bangalore on the mirror?

    All answers at #RCBUnbox. _#ArthaAytha #PlayBold #____RCB #RashmikaMandhana pic.twitter.com/OPlJ2D25s6— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) March 18, 2024

    Here's everything you need to know about RCB Unbox Day event, from live streaming details to ticket prices and other things:

    When is the RCB Unbox Event 2024? -Date

    The RCB Unbox Event 2024 event is on Match 19.

    Where is the RCB Unbox Event 2024? -Venue

    The RCB Unbox Event 2024 event will be played at M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru.

    What times does RCB Unbox Event 2024 event start? -Timing

    The RCB Unbox Event 2024 event will start at 4 pm IST, as mentioned in RCB website.

    RCB Unbox Event 2024: How to buy tickets? What are the prices?

    RCB Unbox Event tickets are available to be bought on RCB website: Click -https://shop.royalchallengers.com/tickets to know more. The tickets prices range between Rs 800 to Rs 4000.

    Which celebs are attending and performing at RCB Unbox Event?

    RCB fans await the event all the year. This year too the event will see many celebs and starts attending and performing at the event. As per reports, the stars set to perform are DJ Alan Walker, Raghu Dixit, Brodha V, Jordindian, Neeti Mohan, Barfi and Katcheri. It is being reported that Kannada cine stars are also set to attend the event. Not to forget, the RCB men's and women's team should be there at the event as well.

    Pressure on RCB after WPL win

    RCB open their campaign in IPL 2024 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Match 22. Onus will be on stars such Virat Kohli, captain Faf du Plessis and other senior players to replicate the performance of the women's team in IPL. Smriti Mandhana and Co have given the franchise and fans a big reason to celebrate but men's team have also received a challenge from them to win the IPL 2024.

  • IPL 2024: Here's Why RR Will Don Unique All Pink Jersey In Clash Against RCB | cricket news

    Rajasthan Royals (RR) unveiled their 'Pink Promise' jersey on Tuesday which they will be wearing during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on April 6, which will be dedicated to the “empowered women of Rajasthan and the nation”. The one-time IPL champions in the inaugural season took to X (formerly Twitter) to make the announcement.

    The bandhani pattern on the jersey represents the ancient art of tie-dying, which features on traditional Rajasthan attires for women. The jersey will also feature visual representations of solar panels, a source of clean energy given to rural Rajasthan women. (IPL 2024: Arjun Tendulkar's Sensational Yorker Throws MI Batter Off His Feet – WATCH)

    Earlier, RR had also unveiled their IPL 2024 regular jersey. Notably, defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK), five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI), and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have also revealed their jerseys.

    Made a #PinkPromise to the superwomen of Rajasthan today pic.twitter.com/RGQ9U0XPnb Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 12, 2024

    The schedule till April 7 has been revealed as of now, with the remainder to be announced later because of the upcoming Lok Sabha Polls the dates for which are yet to be notified.

    However, much to the delight of the IPL fans, four doubleheaders have been scheduled within this time frame. (IPL 2024: Hardik Pandya Pens Emotional Note After Re-Joining MI Camp, Read Here)

    Last year's runners-up Gujarat Titans and five-time champions Mumbai Indians will square off against each other in a mouth-watering clash on March 24 at Ahmedabad. The fixture has gained a lot of hype because of star all-rounder Hardik Pandya's move to his former franchise MI following two great seasons with GT, which saw him win the trophy with the side as captain in their debut season back in 2022. Pandya will be leading MI this time, replacing Rohit Sharma while Shubman Gill has taken over the captaincy of GT.

    On the same day, Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants will be starting their campaign at Jaipur. Delhi Capitals will be playing their home fixtures at Vizag on March 31 and April 3 against CSK and Kolkata Knight Riders respectively. Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium will not be available to host the matches just days after hosting the Women's Premier League final on March 17.

    In what will be the first-ever double-header on March 23, Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals will launch their campaign against each other at Mohali while two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders will get their campaign underway in Kolkata.

  • RCB-W vs GG WPL 2024 LIVE Streaming Details: Timings, Telecast Date, When And Where To Watch Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants, Match No.5 In India Online And On TV Channel | cricket news

    Royal Challengers Bangalore Women (RCB-W) will take on Gujarat Giants in Match 4 of Women’s Premier League (WPL 2024) today at M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru. The match is of utmost importance to both the teams as they play for vital 2 points, but even more for Giants who lost their opening game by five wickets to Mumbai Indians (MI-W) a couple of days back. RCB, on the other hand, have taken off in style, winning their opening match against UP-Warriorz by 5 wickets.

    Speaking about the WPL 2024 Points Table, MI-W are on the top with 2 wins from 2 matches. Delhi Capitals Women (DC-W) are second in the standings with 1 win from 2 matches and RCB are third with same number of wins from same matches. Giants, at fourth and Warriorz, last, are only 2 teams with no wins so far.

    Smriti Mandhana who has not shown her best across two seasons of WPL, needs to step up today and perform for her side. She looked good in the opening match but her innings was soon cut short. However, against Giants, RCB captain has a good chance to regain her form.

    Here’s everything you need to know about live streaming and telecast of WPL 2024 match:

    When will Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2024 match be played?

    RCB-W vs GG-W will be played on February 27, Tuesday.

    Where will Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2024 match be played?

    RCB-W vs GG-W will be played at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

    What time will the Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2024 begin?

    RCB-W vs GG-W will start at 7:30 PM IST.

    Which TV channels will broadcast the Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2024 match?

    RCB-W vs GG-W will be televised on the Sports 18 Network in India.

    How do I watch Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Giants, WPL 2024 match via live streaming?

    RCB-W vs GG-W will be streamed live on the JioCinema app and website in India.

    RCB-W Vs GG-W: Predicted Playing 11s

    RCB-W predicted XI: Smriti Mandhana (C), Sophie Devine, Sabbhineni Meghana, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh (WK), Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molyneux, Shreyanka Patil, Renuka Singh, Simran Bahadur, Asha Sobhana.

    GG-W predicted XI: Beth Mooney (C & WK), Veda Krishnamurthy, Phoebe Litchfield, Harleen Deol, Ashleigh Gardner, Dayalan Hemalatha, Sneh Rana, Tanuja Kanwar, Kathryn Bryce, Lea Tahuhu, Meghna Singh

  • IPL: Is Andy Flower the proper guy to assist RCB finish identify drought?

    Together with his revel in in training T20 facets in one of the vital best franchise-based leagues, Andy Flower may well be the proper guy to encourage RCB to their first-ever IPL identify. The previous Zimbabwe captain used to be named because the crew’s head trainer on Friday, August 4. 

  • Will take motion in opposition to the ones abusing Shubman Gill’s sister: DCW leader Maliwal

    Through PTI

    NEW DELHI: Delhi Fee for Girls (DCW) leader Swati Maliwal on Monday slammed the ones trolling Shubman Gill’s sister on social media after the cricketer’s ton guided Gujarat Titans to a victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore within the IPL.

    She stated motion will probably be taken in opposition to the ones trolling the batsman’s sister.

    “Extraordinarily shameful to look trollers abusing #ShubhmanGill’s sister simply for the reason that workforce they practice misplaced a fit. In the past we had initiated motion in opposition to other folks abusing #ViratKohli’s daughter. DCW will take motion in opposition to all those that have abused Gill’s sister as neatly. This shall no longer be tolerated!” she stated in a tweet.

    Shubman Gill reaffirmed his standing as Virat Kohli’s inheritor obvious with an impressive hundred as Gujarat Titans knocked Royal Challengers Bangalore out of the IPL with a six-wicket win, permitting Rohit Sharma’s Mumbai Indians to sneak thru because the fourth workforce within the play-offs.

    Gill scored an unbeaten 104 off 52 balls that noticed Titans chase down the objective with elan.

    NEW DELHI: Delhi Fee for Girls (DCW) leader Swati Maliwal on Monday slammed the ones trolling Shubman Gill’s sister on social media after the cricketer’s ton guided Gujarat Titans to a victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore within the IPL.

    She stated motion will probably be taken in opposition to the ones trolling the batsman’s sister.

    “Extraordinarily shameful to look trollers abusing #ShubhmanGill’s sister simply for the reason that workforce they practice misplaced a fit. In the past we had initiated motion in opposition to other folks abusing #ViratKohli’s daughter. DCW will take motion in opposition to all those that have abused Gill’s sister as neatly. This shall no longer be tolerated!” she stated in a tweet.googletag.cmd.push(serve as() googletag.show(‘div-gpt-ad-8052921-2’); );

    Shubman Gill reaffirmed his standing as Virat Kohli’s inheritor obvious with an impressive hundred as Gujarat Titans knocked Royal Challengers Bangalore out of the IPL with a six-wicket win, permitting Rohit Sharma’s Mumbai Indians to sneak thru because the fourth workforce within the play-offs.

    Gill scored an unbeaten 104 off 52 balls that noticed Titans chase down the objective with elan.

  • Shubman Gill has were given robust wrists and lovely timing: Brett Lee on GT opener’s surprising hundred vs RCB

    Via India Nowadays Sports activities Table: Former Australia pacer Brett Lee used to be in awe of Shubman Gill after the younger Gujarat Titans opener hit a shocking hundred towards Royal Challengers Bangalore in an IPL 2023 fit on Might 21. Lee praised Gill’s knock, announcing that the younger opener has were given robust wrists and lovely timing.

    RCB vs GT, IPL 2023: Highlights

    Shubman smacked an unbeaten 104 off 52 balls, his 2nd instantly IPL century, laced with 5 fours and 8 sixes at a strike charge of 200, to finish RCB’s playoff hopes. JioCinema TATA IPL professional Brett Lee used to be all reward for Gill, announcing: “He hit 8 sixes. I really like how he is going at the leg aspect. He reveals energy. That he can do and get right of entry to as a result of he is were given robust wrists and he is were given gorgeous timing.”

    Gill and Shankar placed on a century stand and Lee mentioned: “123 off 71 balls, that used to be the partnership that broke the again of the RCB bowlers. Sure, it used to be a rainy ball, and prerequisites did not in reality favour the bowlers, however you were given to offer credit score the place credit score is due. They each batted superbly this night.”

    Virat Kohli (101 no longer out) pulled off a string of data en path to his 2nd successive century of the TATA IPL 2023 towards Gujarat Titans on the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday evening, however Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) did not make it to the playoffs of the match as Titans opener Shubman Gill (104 no longer out) had different concepts on thoughts and helped his aspect pull off a super six-wicket win with 5 balls to spare, and go away the house supporters shocked.

    Gill no longer most effective matched Kohli shot for shot, however he additionally had the next strike charge, which used to be crucial to his group’s near-perfect chase. Vijay Shankar, who got here in as an affect participant and hit 53 off 35 balls, ably supported him.

    Mumbai Indians (MI), who had previous within the day defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad on the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, complex to the playoffs via completing fourth within the desk with 16 issues. By contrast, RCB completed 6th within the match, 14 issues at the back of Rajasthan Royals. The Titans, who led the desk with 20 issues, will now face Chennai Tremendous Kings in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday, whilst MI will face Lucknow Tremendous Giants within the Eliminator the next day.