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IPL 2022: Lack of runs from Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan hurting Mumbai Indians
In this edition of IPL, Sharma has just 114 runs at an average of 16.29 and strike rate of 126.66, including a two-ball duck against Chennai, making him the batter with most ducks in history of IPL (14) when he chipped straight to mid-on off Mukesh Choudhary.
Formula 1: Contract discussions with Ferrari were 'straightforward', says Sainz
The Spanish driver was asked whether there were any hitches in getting the contract signed. "Super-straightforward, to be honest - it's been easygoing I guess; after such a good first year that we had, just getting it agreed� was fairly easy for both parties, and I guess just now having the opportunity to announce in a place like Imola, in front of the tifosi on a weekend like this, I think it was ideal. We put together a good plan for the announcement being here also," he said.
Barcelona claim narrow win in La Liga
The striker headed Ferran Torres' cross into the back of the Real Sociedad net in the 11th minute of the game in what was Barca's only effort on target during the match. Barca had the better of the first half, but were on the back foot more in the second half, especially after Ronald Araujo had to be replaced by Eric Garcia after a knock on his knee.
IPL 2022: Mumbai Indians need that instinct to finish games off, says Mahela Jayawardene
On Thursday, after huffing and puffing their way to an under-par 155, Mumbai's new-look bowling attack, with inclusions of Riley Meredith, Daniel Sams and off-spinner Hrithik Shokeen, took wickets at regular intervals but Dwaine Pretorius' 14-ball 22 and Dhoni's vintage finishing touch in an unbeaten 28 off 13 balls was enough to keep Mumbai winless in IPL 2022.
CLOSE-IN: Namby-Pamby cricketers of today need to change
The protection for ones' head, legs, arms, fingers, face, thighs as well as chest guards has made the modern cricketer wear an armory, similar to the warriors of yore. The shoes and clothing are made for utmost comfort. The eye wear to enhance sighting the ball while fielding has become a standard equipment for cricketers at all levels of play.
IPL 2022: CSK had hope as 'great finisher' was in the middle, says Jadeja after win over MI
Jadeja was referring to his predecessor Mahindra Singh Dhoni, one of the best finishers the game has seen so far, who guided CSK to victory with a late flourish, hitting 28 not out off 13 balls to seal a three-wicket win. Jadeja said Dhoni has proved that he can still finish the game.
Serbia Open: Djokovic finds form, secures comeback win over Kecmanovic
For the second straight day at the Serbia Open, Djokovic won a comeback three-setter against an in-form countryman. The top seed battled back from a set and a break down on Thursday against Miomir Kecmanovic to win 4-6, 6-3, 6-3. Djokovic extended his win streak against Serbians to 10 matches, improving his record to 27-4 against his countrymen and 36-6 in his home nation.
IPL 2022: Dhoni steers CSK to three-wicket win over Mumbai Indians
Pacer Mukesh Choudhary's sensational bowling performance (3/19) helped CSK restrict Mumbai Indians to 155/7 in 20 overs despite a fighting half-century by Tilak Varma. Varma top-scored for Mumbai while Suryakumar Yadav (32), Hrithik Shokeen (25), and Kieron Pollard (14) were the other contributors with the bat for them. On the other hand, Dwayne Bravo, Mitchell Santner and Maheesh Theekshana were the other wicket-takers for CSK besides Mukesh.
IPL 2022: Chennai Super Kings restrict Mumbai Indians to 155/7 despite Tilak's fifty
Invited to bat first, Mumbai were off to a horrible start as pacer Mukesh Choudhary dismissed both openers -- Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan for ducks in the very first over of the innings. Chennai could've picked a couple of more wickets in the second over but M.S Dhoni missed the stumping of Suryakumar Yadav and skipper Ravindra Jadeja dropped the catch of Dewald Brevis.
Teammates, former players hail Kieron Pollard's contributions to world cricket
In a 15-year-long illustrious career, Pollard represented West Indies in 123 ODIs and 101 T20Is, amassing 4275 runs across formats and picking 97 wickets. Pollard announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday. Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar termed the West Indian cricketer as a fighter and challenger with a terrific attitude on the field.
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