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IPL 2022: Southee admits Kolkata missed chance of winning match against Rajasthan
In a run-fest at Brabourne Stadium, Kolkata needed 40 off 24 balls to chase down 218. But leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal took four wickets in an over, including a hat-trick, to break the back of the chase and eventually, Kolkata went down by 15 runs, registering their third straight loss on the trot.
IPL 2022: Karthik outsmarting bowlers due to clarity of thoughts, says Shastri
With 210 runs in seven matches at a whopping average of 210 and strike-rate of 205.88, including being not out six times, Karthik excelling in the finishing role and taking RCB out of tricky situations has been one of the chief reasons in the franchise being in top three on the points table.
After Wimbledon, Italian Open weighing option to ban Russian tennis players: Report
The Italian Open, an ATP Tour Masters 1000 event played on outdoor clay courts at the Foro Italico, is one of the biggest tennis tournaments in the world frequented by top players. But the report said that Italian authorities "are reportedly weighing up whether a ban should be imposed on Russian players" at the tournament.
Jos Buttler and KL Rahul's array of shots is unmatched
Rajasthan Royals' Buttler has emerged the Indian Premier League's (IPL) leading scorer with 491 runs at a strike rate of 161.51. He has so far scored three centuries in IPL 2022 with the latest coming against Delhi Capitals on Friday evening. He also blasted hundreds in victories against Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Hesson wary of SRH skipper Williamson's 'methodical ways' ahead of clash
RCB will take on SRH at the Brabourne Stadium later on Saturday and with SRH gradually moving up the points table on the back of four successive wins, the momentum is on their side. Hesson, when asked what strategy Williamson might employ against RCB, said, "Well, Kane's pretty methodical in terms of how he prepares. He's very professional. He's obviously brought that team together after a tough start losing the first couple of games.
DC skipper Pant, coach Amre pay a huge price for breaching IPL's Code of Conduct
The match between the Royals and Capitals plunged into controversy over a debatable waist-high no-ball that was ruled legal by the umpires but disputed by team from the National Capital. Royals went on to win the high-scoring game by 15 runs.
IPL 2022, Day 28 Highlights: Rajasthan Royals beat Delhi Capitals by 15 runs
In a high-scoring thriller, Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Friday defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 15 runs. Another day, another century by Jos Buttler. It's the third 100 for Jos Buttler in 7 matches so far. On the other hand, the DC batter's small knocks took the match too close. They needed someone to stay like Jos Buttler did for RR.
Lots of speculation around Test captaincy but Rob Key will take the decision: Stokes
Stokes has been heavily linked with the vacant England Test captain's position and has spoken about the role as well following his friend and teammate's decision to step down. The 30-year-old all-rounder thinks that it will be a "huge honour" if he gets the opportunity to captain the side.
Delhi Capitals pacer Mustafizur to clear the air on not playing Test cricket
The 26-year-old said that he wants to serve Bangladesh cricket for many more years to come, and that to remain healthy and fit, he will have to pick and choose his games. "For me staying healthy is important. If I want to give my services to the Bangladesh team for a long time, then staying fit is important and to remain fit I feel the best way is to pick and choose between three formats," he said.
Rishabh Pant's decision to call back batters divides netizens
The IPL 2022 match between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals plunged into controversy on Friday night over a debatable waist-high no-ball that was ruled legal by the umpires but disputed by team from the National Capital. Television pictures showed Delhi Capitals captain gesturing to Powell and Yadav to walk off the ground in protest, thus forfeiting the match. However better sense prevailed with Capitals' assistant coach Shane Watson and some other players ensuring that Pant calmed down and that the batters stayed inside the ground.
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