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IPL Turning Point: Warner, Rovman Powell partnership seals it for Delhi Capitals vs SRH
Though opener David Warner was going strong with 42 runs, Pant was aware that only nine overs of their innings had been completed and there was a long way to go. One or two more wickets and Delhi Capitals would be in deep trouble. But that did not happen as Warner and Rovman Powell ensured Delhi not only did not lose any more wickets but also put up a big total for Sunrisers to chase.
CLOSE-IN: Pacer Umran Malik needs to be nurtured with care
Umran Malik, the Jammu and Kashmir bowler has brought alive, what one terms as 'fast' bowling when he clocked 157 kmph in an IPL match. Malik is that rare gem of a natural fast bowler who fortunately has been blessed to Indian cricket. He has the build, the action and the athleticism that can propel him to bowl much quicker.
Umran Malik clocks 157 kmph, bowls fastest ball of the IPL 2022
The 22-year-old achieved the feat on the fourth ball of the 20th over, which was hammered for four by Rovman Powell. Malik eventually finished his bowling spell with expansive figures of 4-0-52-0. Earlier, the young cricketer had bagged his maiden IPL five-for in the match against Gujarat Titans at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Malik's spell of 4-0-25-5 - the best of IPL 2022 so far - rattled Gujarat's top and middle-order in the 196-run chase.
IPL 2022: Warner sets record for most T20 half-centuries
Warner, who had started his career with the Delhi franchise in the 2009-10 season when it was called Delhi Daredevils, blasted his half-century off 34 deliveries, hitting seven fours and two sixes. He went on to remain unbeaten on 92. This was his 89th half-century in T20 cricket and overtook West Indian legend Chris Gayle, with whom he was tied on 88 half-centuries before this match.
Madrid Open: Zverev moves to quarters after Musetti retires due to injury
Zverev led 6-3, 1-0 in what had been a high-quality first head to head meeting between the two when a thigh injury to 20-year-old Musetti intervened in Arantxa Sanchez Stadium. The World No 3 led the Italian after converting the only two break points of the first set in the seventh and ninth games. Zverev now holds a 17-2 record in Madrid, where the fast conditions suit his big-serving and high-powered game.
IPL 2022: Warner, Powell half-centuries, Khaleel's 3/30 lead Delhi Capitals to 21-run win against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Warner and Powell propelled Delhi Capitals from 95/3 to 207/3 in 20 overs, batting in contrasting styles. Warner showed sublime touch and superb placement as he found gaps with the precision of a neurosurgeon to score 92 not out off 58 deliveries, hitting 12 fours and three sixes. Powell was all power as he hammered 67 not out off 35 deliveries, hitting three fours six sixes. They added 122 runs for the fourth wicket partnership off 66 balls as Delhi Capitals posted a huge score.
IPL 2022: Tristan Stubbs joins Mumbai Indians as replacement for Tymal Mills
Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed Tristan Stubbs as replacement for left-arm pacer Tymal Mills for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022.
IPL 2022: Sunrisers Hyderabad win toss, elect to bowl against Delhi Capitals
Both Sunrisers and Delhi Capitals are still in contention for a place in the playoffs and a win will keep their hopes alive. Williamson said they will have to look for positives in their performances so far and execute their plans. "Our losses have been different, we want to take positives and put on a good performance. We have a lot to play for, we need to keep moving forward and execute our plans," said Williamson.
TOPS approves extension of Neeraj Chopra''s international training in Turkey, to spend an additional of Rs 5.5 lakh
Chopra and his coach, Dr. Klaus Bartonietz have been in Turkey since the end of March 2022 and will now continue their training at the Antalya camp for another 14 days as Chopra prepares for the upcoming Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and Athletics World Championships.
Chess Olympiad: Humpy, other Indian players look to learn from Gelfand and Anand
The six-time World Championship Candidate from Israel, Gelfand has been roped in as the coach by the AICF alongside mentor Anand. The members of the first teams in both open as well as women's section will take part in the camp, scheduled to take place at Hotel Leela in Chennai from May 7 to 17.
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