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IPL 2023: Punjab Kings win toss, opt to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders
"The wicket looks quite dry, we would like to put in a good total and defend it. The impact player has helped us bat deeper and that's helped us post 200-plus quite regularly. It looks like the pitch will cause the ball to stop a little," PBKS skipper Shikhar Dhawan said at the toss.
IPL 2023: Sooner we forget the loss to Hyderabad, the better it is for us, says Yuzvendra Chahal
Despite Jos Buttler coming back to form to score 95 off 59 balls and captain Sanju Samson smashing 66 not out as Rajasthan posted 214/2, it was insufficient for them to avoid their fifth loss in last six matches as Abdul Samad hit a last-ball six on a free hit to clinch a nail-biting victory. It will take time (to overcome the loss).
India's Geoffrey Emmanuel makes JuniorGP debut
Chennai-born 18-year old Geoffrey, the first and lone Indian rider in the JuniorGP, crashed in the very first flying lap of the qualifying session on Saturday and could not post a time. However, he was still allowed to race on Sunday because of his times in free practice sessions, but had to start from the back of the 29-bike grid and eventually finished 22nd.
Gujarat Titans to commence preregistration for home matches tickets on March 2
“Since the last season, we have been overwhelmed by the support we have received from the people of Gujarat. We invite our supporters to pre-register for tickets to our home matches and watch the Gujarat Titans in action at the world’s largest cricket stadium,” said Col. Arvinder Singh, COO-Gujarat Titans, in an official statement.
IPL 2023: The end of the MS Dhoni legacy will be special, says Matthew Hayden
With IPL 2023 coming back to home and away format, it gives a chance for Chennai Super Kings to play their home matches this year at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in what could be Dhoni's final campaign as a player in the IPL. "2023, here we go again! The IPL is on and it's also in every venue across India post-Covid. It's going to.
IPL 2023: Hopefully innings against Rajasthan could be the turning point in Samad's career, says Tom Moody
Samad had been unable to take Hyderabad over the line in final over chases against Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders earlier in the season. But on Sunday, a stroke of luck through a no-ball propelled him to smash a six on the free-hit against Sandeep Sharma to lead Hyderabad in chasing down 215, ending unbeaten on 17 off just 7 balls.
Sabalenka deserves Madrid Open title, says Swiatek
"Congratulations, she deserved it. She always plays with great intensity. We're both having a very good season, and I think we'll see each other in a lot of finals," Swiatek was quoted as saying by Polish media.The WTA Rankings leader returned to the tennis court after an injury in April.
Wrestling to Cricket: Is sexual allegation ongoing story of sports corridor?
The sexual harassment complaints are not only confined to wrestling but also make their way to several other sports, including the nation's favourite game -- Cricket. In light of this situation, it becomes crucial to delve into the intricate mechanisms employed by influential men to suppress and conceal such matters.
Badminton: Srikanth, Chaliha join Sindhu, Prannoy in Indian squad for Asian Games
Srikanth and Chaliha topped the men’s and women’s singles trials respectively at the Jwala Gutta Badminton Academy in Hyderabad to join PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy for the individual competitions as the selectors announced a 19-member squad for the continental event.
IPL 2023: Samad’s last-ball six gives Hyderabad a dramatic four-wicket win over Rajasthan
But immediately, the red siren rang, as replays showed Sandeep overstepping, giving Samad a life and Hyderabad, another attempt at winning the game. On the free hit delivery, Samad stayed deep in the crease to launch a six over the bowler’s head to complete a successful chase of 215, the highest-ever chase by the franchise and at the venue.
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