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IPL 2024: Jake Fraser-McGurk’s high-toned knock powers DC to victory
Young sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk demonstrated a fine batting display, powering Delhi Capitals to squeeze out an excellent 10-run victory over Mumbai Indians in a high-scoring battle on Saturday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Romping DC to an imposing total of 257, young Jake played a lion-hearted knock of 84 off just 27, producing the best figures of his maiden IPL season.
His 84-run knock, featuring 11 boundaries and six sixes, launched the team to a great start. Later Brilliant efforts from Abhishek Porel, Shai Hope and Rishabh Pant making 36, 41 and 29 respectively, propelled the team to a stronger point. Moreover, South African batter Tristan Stubbs remained unbeaten, cracking 48 off 25.
Chasing the total, Mumbai openers couldn’t lead the team off to a fiery start, with Khaleel Ahmed dismissing dangerous Rohit Sharma. And, a little later, Mukesh Kumar struck to knock down Ishan Kishan. Powerful Suryakumar Yadav, arriving at a critical moment, started pummeling right away.
Yadav added 26 off 13 before being dismissed by Khaleel Ahmed. It remained a daunting chase for MI, despite Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya making 63 and 46 respectively. Young Tim David, imposing himself with a brisk 37 off 17, cracking two fours and three sixes, couldn’t make sure MI's win, falling just 10 runs short.
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Netherlands T20I Tri-Series: Scotland hope to open victory account as they face Ireland
In the third T20I of the ongoing Netherlands T20I Tri-Series, Scotland and Ireland will be coming against each other on Monday at Sportpark Westvliet, The Hague. Heading into this game, Scotland are coming off a defeat as they look forward to making their return into the series. In the first T20I, Scotland had faced Netherlands where they were beaten by (41) runs after failing to chase a target of (168). Scotland were bowled out for (126) in (18.1) overs
West Indies name squad for South Africa series
West Indies have come out with their 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against South Africa, with Brandon King set to lead the side in the absence of Rovman Powell. Regular skipper Rovman Powell is not scheduled to captain the team due to his involvement in the ongoing Indian Premier League in India.
Other top-notch players Shai Hope and Nicholas Pooran have been rested. And also,
Mark Boucher defends Hardik Pandya
Mumbai Indians remained in despair throughout the league stage of the Indian Premier League, closing out their campaign with four victories from their 14 games. MI registered the most disastrous season under the leadership of new skipper Hardik Pandya, who has been under constant booing and criticism from MI fans. Mumbai Indians never found a ray of hope to revive their campaign, with defeats relentlessly following them. Speaking on a shaky finish, MI head co
IPL 2024: Rajasthan pitted against Bengaluru in the Eliminator after washout against KKR
Rajasthan Royals have secured third position in the points table following a washout against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday in the 70th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati. Rain didn’t allow the action to get underway after Kolkata Knight Riders opted to field upon winning the toss.
Already on a four-match losing streak, Royals' hopes to finish in top-two were shattered with persistent downpou
IPL 2024, RR vs KKR: RR hope to end four-match losing streak
In the 70th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League, two formidable teams Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders will be facing off against each other on Sunday at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati. This match holds significant importance for both teams, albeit for different reasons. Rajasthan Royals, who have already secured a spot in the playoffs, are looking forward to breaking their four-match losing streak and enter the playoff stage with renewed confid
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