MUMBAI INDIANS VS RAJASTHAN ROYALS
Ahead of debut series, Riyan Parag opens up on breakthrough IPL 2024, trolls, bond with Samson, Sangakkara
Riyan Parag, an all-rounder and Rajasthan Royals star, is set to make his debut for Team India in a T20I series against Zimbabwe starting July 6 at the Harare Sports Club. As the first player from Assam to receive a national call-up, Parag expressed his desire to inspire others from his state to dream big and aim to represent their country.
IPL official jerseys, merchandise a hit with fans this year
During the recent IPL season, jersey sales across 10 teams surged to around 140,000 units, indicating a rising trend in fan merchandise adoption. playR, the official merchandise partner for several teams, reported selling 100,000 units, with a significant portion being jerseys. Online sales accounted for 50%, reflecting growing team loyalty among fans.
Gautam Gambhir set to be India head coach? Meets BCCI Secretary Jay Shah post KKR title triumph
Gautam Gambhir celebrated his third IPL title with Kolkata Knight Riders, winning as a mentor after two victories as a player. After the win, He was seen with BCCI secretary Jay Shah, sparking speculation of him taking over as India's head coach from Rahul Dravid. Gambhir's strategic moves, including signing Mitchell Starc and forming a successful opening partnership, transformed KKR's fortunes.
Kolkata Knight Riders dominate IPL 2024, record fewest defeats for team in IPL season
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) set the record for the fewest defeats in an IPL season with only three losses. They emerged as the champions of IPL 2024 season, clinching their third title. KKR dominated the final against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), winning by 8 wickets. Mitchell Starc and Andre Russell led a strong bowling performance to restrict SRH to 113 before KKR chased down the target in just 10.3 overs.
Where is Hardik Pandya? His whereabouts traced amid Natasa Stankovic divorce rumours
Indian cricket skipper Rohit Sharma arrived in New York with the team for the T20 World Cup. Notably, Virat Kohli and vice-captain Hardik Pandya were absent. Head coach Rahul Dravid also accompanied the squad. Hardik Pandya's absence from the first batch of Indian players comes amid a strong buzz on social media about a potential divorce between Hardik Pandya and Natasa Stankovic.
"KKR has been the all-round team," says Anil Kumble ahead of IPL 2024 final
Former India cricketer Anil Kumble praised Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for being the all-round team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, earning a direct spot in the final by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the qualifier one. Kumble praised skipper Shreyas Iyer for being calm and using his resources well in the T20 tournament. Both Kolkata and Hyderabad have redefined how to play in the powerplay, with SRH demonstrating this consistently.
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Sunrisers Hyderabad should back their batting-first approach: Suresh Raina
Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has urged Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to adopt a batting-first approach in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 final match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Raina highlighted the importance of Pat Cummins' presence in the SRH squad, who has recently won the ODI World Cup. He emphasized the importance of keeping the dressing room running and following the process.
Pat Cummins reaches another final: Can he match MS Dhoni's legendary feat in IPL 2024 final?
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins is set to captain the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their maiden IPL final. Cummins, who recently led Australia to victory in the 2023 ODI World Cup, will aim to equal MS Dhoni's record of winning both the ODI World Cup and this tournament in a single cricket season. Dhoni has won five IPL titles with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2010-11, 2018, 2021, and 2023 seasons, while Cummins has one IPL title to his name, winning in 2014 with the Knight Riders.
KKR all-rounder Narine needs 18 runs to become first-ever IPL player to register this unique record
Sunil Narine, a Caribbean all-rounder for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is set to become the first Indian Premier League player to score 500 runs and take 15 wickets in a single season. Narine has scored 482 runs at a strike rate of 179.85 in 13 matches in the IPL 2024 season. He has also bagged 16 wickets at an economy rate of 6.90.
Had to wait for my opportunity: SRH batter Rahul Tripathi on his performance in IPL 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad will lock horns against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the final match of the IPL 2024 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday. Rahul played 5 matches for the Sunrisers in the IPL 2024, scoring 156 runs at a strike rate of 152.94. He hammered 17 fours and 6 sixes in the ongoing season.
Pat Cummins equals Anil Kumble's record, has second-highest wickets by a skipper in IPL season
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins equaled Anil Kumble's record for the second-highest wickets by a captain in a single Indian Premier League (IPL) season, taking 17 wickets in IPL 2024. Cummins achieved this milestone by dismissing Rajasthan Royals' Tom Kohler-Cadmore in the IPL 2024 Qualifier 2 match. Shane Warne holds the record for the most wickets in an IPL season as a captain, with 19 wickets in 2008.
IPL 2024: SRH vs RR head-to-head, key players, where to watch and pitch report
RR secured their place in Qualifier 2 by defeating Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Eliminator, sealing a four-wicket victory in Ahmedabad. Conversely, SRH endured an eight-wicket loss against KKR in Qualifier 1, also in Ahmedabad. In head-to-head encounters, SRH and RR have clashed 19 times, with RR emerging victorious nine times, while SRH claimed victory on ten occasions.
Virat Kohli's IPL 2024 journey: A tale of triumph & tribulation
Virat Kohli's IPL 2024 journey was a mix of brilliance and heartbreak as he led Royal Challengers Bengaluru with outstanding performances yet fell short of the ultimate prize. Kohli's remarkable consistency earned him the Orange Cap, amassing 741 runs at an impressive average of 61.75, showcasing his reliability and hunger for runs. Despite his aggressive intent, exemplified by a strike rate of 154.69, and stellar performances including five half-centuries and one century, Kohli's team faced a four-wicket defeat by Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator.
RCB score 172/8 against Rajasthan Royals in IPL Eliminator
In the Indian Premier League Eliminator held on Wednesday, Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a total of 172/8 against Rajasthan Royals. Rajat Patidar led the scoring for RCB with a notable 34 off 22 balls. Virat Kohli, the in-form opener, contributed 33 runs off 24 balls before being dismissed by the crafty leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. Additionally, Mahipal Lomror provided valuable support with a quick 32 runs off just 17 deliveries.
IPL 2024: Sunil Gavaskar terms RCB's performance 'absolutely phenomenal'
Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar praised Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for their exceptional performance in the second half of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Initially struggling, RCB staged a remarkable turnaround by winning their last six matches, securing a spot in the playoffs. Yash Dayal's outstanding performance, including the crucial dismissal of MS Dhoni, contributed to RCB's victory over Chennai Super Kings. Gavaskar highlighted the leadership of Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli in motivating the team. RCB's strong form raises doubts about Rajasthan Royals' ability to compete in the Eliminator match, as expressed by Kevin Pietersen.
Vijay Mallya on Virat Kohli: 'Could not have made better choices. My instinct tells RCB have...'
As RCB faces Rajasthan Royals in today's IPL playoffs, all eyes are on Virat Kohli. His standout season highlights his crucial role in the team. Kohli, bought by RCB for $30,000 in 2008 when Vijay Mallya co-owned the team, has led them to three IPL finals. Mallya is confident that RCB could lift the IPL trophy in the 2024 session.
KKR messaged 'we need you'. This player left his hospitalised mother to guide team to IPL 2024 final
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, leaving his ailing mother, played a crucial role for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, scoring 23 runs and securing a spot in the final. He also took two catches. This is Gurbaz's second season with KKR. He will also be in action for Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup next month.
RCB break batting records in IPL clash against CSK, become first team with 150-plus sixes in a T20 competition
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) equaled Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders with six 200-plus totals in IPL 2024. They surpassed Sunrisers Hyderabad with 150 sixes. Notable performances by Faf Du Plessis, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik, and Glenn Maxwell led to RCB's 218/5 total against Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
IPL 2024 playoffs: What are CSK and RCB's chances now after SRH enters top 4?
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured an IPL play-off spot with 15 points after rain forced their match against Gujarat Titans to be called off. They joined Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in the play-offs. SRH's final league game will be against Punjab Kings on May 19, while Gujarat Titans were eliminated from play-off contention.
SRH qualifies for IPL playoff after rain washes out match against GT
Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a spot in the IPL playoffs after their match against Gujarat Titans was washed out due to rain. With this, they join Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in the playoffs. Sunrisers received one point, bringing their tally to 15 points with one match left. Gujarat Titans, last year's runners-up, were eliminated from the playoff race, finishing with 12 points. The toss didn't happen due to rain, and despite efforts, the match had to be abandoned.
GT eliminated from IPL 2024 after rain mars match against KKR
KKR has already secured their place in the play-offs after they defeated Mumbai Indians in their previous fixture. Rajasthan Royals are second in the standings with 16 points from 12 games, while defending champions Chennai Super Kings are placed third with 14 points from 13 matches.
Gujarat out of IPL play-off race after washout
Gujarat Titans' hopes of advancing to the playoffs were dashed as rain led to the abandonment of their IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders in Ahmedabad on Monday, without a single ball being bowled. Each team received one point from the match, solidifying Kolkata's position at the top of the table and ensuring their place in the top two, making them the sole team to have secured qualification for the next stage.
IPL: McGurk, Porel and spinners keep Delhi Capitals afloat; beat Rajasthan Royals by 20 runs
Delhi Capitals secured a 20-run win over Rajasthan Royals to stay alive in the IPL play-offs race. Spinners Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav played a key role in the victory. Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abhishek Porel's power-hitting took DC to a challenging 221 for eight. The Royals, who were going strong, lost momentum after skipper Sanju Samson was dismissed in the 16th over, ending up at 201 for 8. Left-arm spinner Kuldeep and right-arm spinner Axar exhibited impressive control over line and length, giving away just 50 runs in their combined seven overs.
Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by just one run
Sunrisers Hyderabad claimed a thrilling one-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in a high-scoring match. The last-ball drama, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, sealed the win for SRH as they defended their total of 201 runs.
Meet RR pacer Sandeep Sharma: From unsold in 2023 to dismissing Virat Kohli most number of times in IPL history and now scripting another record
Rajasthan Royals' Sandeep Sharma showcased an outstanding performance in the match against Mumbai Indians, claiming five wickets for just 18 runs in four overs. This feat not only marked a personal achievement but also secured his place in RR's history. Sandeep, with 130 wickets in 119 IPL matches, continues to impress with his consistency and strategic bowling approach.
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals defeat Mumbai Indians by 9 wickets
Yashasvi Jaiswal's brilliant century guided Rajasthan Royals to a comprehensive nine-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. Sandeep Sharma's five-wicket haul restricted Mumbai Indians to 179/9. After a rain interruption, RR chased down the target of 180 with ease, thanks to Jaiswal's 104 off 60 balls. Tilak Varma's 65 and Nehal Wadehera's 49 provided resistance for MI, but Sharma's five-for sealed the victory for RR.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Mumbai Indians: Check Jaipur pitch report , fantasy team, win prediction and head-to-head stats
Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians gear up for a high-stakes IPL 2024 clash. The Royals maintain dominance, while Mumbai Indians seek to elevate their performance. Fans can catch the action live from Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Star Sports Network or JioCinema.
Hardik Pandya set to play 100th IPL match for Mumbai Indians
Hardik Pandya will play his 100th game for Mumbai Indians (MI) against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The Royals have won three and lost one in their previous encounters in Jaipur, while Mumbai Indians have won three and lost four. Rajasthan Royals currently hold the top spot in the IPL 2024 standings with 12 points and a net run rate of +0.677.
Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by six wickets
Rajasthan Royals secured their third consecutive win in the IPL by defeating Mumbai Indians by six wickets. The team bowled first, stopping Mumbai at 125 for nine and then chasing down the target with 27 balls to spare. Riyan Parag and Akash Madhwal contributed to the victory. MI's disastrous start led to booing from fans, but the Royals' impressive performance and Riyan Parag's unbeaten record secured their victory.
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