IPL 2022
Bio-bubbles add a new dimension to the lives of cricketers
The Covid-19 pandemic has added many new words to the cricket lexicon. While the players and fans earlier had to deal with googlies, off-cutters, leg-breaks, scoops, chapati shot, Nataraja shot and MS Dhoni-trademark helicopter shot, their vocabulary nowadays also includes new words like rapid antigen test, RT-PCR, bio-secure bubble, bubble breach, and bubble fatigue.
SWOT Analysis: Mumbai Indians have bases covered, but spinners could be a worry
Mumbai Indians, the most successful franchise in the history of Indian Premier League (IPL) with five titles in their kitty, have got a chance to begin life post the mega auctions with a well-stacked squad. IANS takes a look at the aspects in which Mumbai excel, and also the areas in which they have to work upon.
IPL's forgotten heroes: They came, they conquered and went into oblivion
Since the inaugural Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, the league continues to unravel surprises with each passing year. Cricketers from across the world throw in their hat to be part of the cash-rich league, knowing well that good performance at the marquee event can change their fortunes.
Go grab the cup, WWE star Seth Rollins tells KKR's Venkatesh Iyer ahead of IPL 2022
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Seth Rollins has taken to social media to send a message to Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) Venkatesh Iyer ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) opener against Chennai Super Kings, telling the KKR batter to "go on and grab that Cup".
IPL 2022: KKR, CSK re-ignite rivalry under new leadership
Ahead of the start of the IPL 2022, the 40-year-old M.S Dhoni on Thursday decided to hand over the captaincy of CSK to Jadeja. The star all-rounder, who has been an integral part of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) since 2012, will only be the third player to lead the Chennai-based franchise after Dhoni and Suresh Raina.
IPL 2022 serves as a platform for Suryakumar Yadav to cement his place in the Indian team, says Gavaskar
Legendary batter Gavaskar said that IPL 2022 is a great opportunity for Suryakumar Yadav to cement his place in the Indian team by performing well again this season. As five-time champions, Mumbai Indians take on Pant-led Delhi Capitals at Brabourne Stadium on March 27, and all eyes will be on Suryakumar Yadav who performed brilliantly in the previous IPL seasons, and David Warner who joined Delhi Capitals from Sunrisers Hyderabad.
CLOSE-IN: IPL 2022, loyalty from fans could be a concern
The biggest cricket pantomime, the Indian Premier League (IPL) , will raise its curtain at Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on March 26. The match will be between the reigning champions, Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Tendulkar gets a pleasant surprise on joining MI hotel for IPL bio-bubble
Tendulkar, who is a mentor of the franchise, had a chat with players after joining the bio-secure bubble at a city hotel. Mumbai Indians are currently housed in the bio-secure bubble as they gear up to enter the contest in search of their sixth title. The squad has had some heavy-duty practice sessions at the Reliance's Jio International facility in Navi Mumbai.
IPL 2022: Rajasthan Royals' Coulter-Nile and Mitchell aiming to excel in their new colours
From the trans-Tasman to the pink of Rajasthan; Nathan Coulter-Nile and Daryl Mitchell are happy first-timers as they join up with the Rajasthan Royals squad this season. The two, though, come in with very different IPL experiences in their respective banks.
Giving up of captaincy might be a blessing in disguise for Kohli, says Ravi Shastri
Former India coach Ravi Shastri said that relinquishing the captaincy may make Virat Kohli start playing more freely now and it might be a blessing in disguise for the prolific batting star. Shastri, who worked closely with Kohli during his tenure as a team's head coach, suggested that giving up captaincy was a smart decision; however, he believes Kohli should have remained India's Test captain.
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