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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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“Almost like a strict father”: Former Indian player on Gambhir amid head coach job reports
Lately, there have been reports that Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had approached former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir for the Head Coach job. Recently, BCCI also released the advertisement for the post of Head coach. Indian team’s current head coach Rahul Dravid’s term will be ending at the end of the T20I World Cup 2024, therefore, BCCI are in search of a tremendous figure to coach the team. Former Indian player Akash Chopra, sharing his views on Gautam Gambhir, sa
USA vs BAN 1st T20I: An opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their preparations ahead of T20I World Cup
As the preparations for the upcoming T20I World Cup 2024 heat up, all teams are in huddle to make most of what they are getting to play. Bangladesh are marking the beginning of their preparations for the upcoming T20I World Cup by taking on USA in the three-match T20I series, beginning Tuesday (21st May).
The face-off between Bangladesh and USA will give the last-minute opportunity to both teams to prepare for World Cup. This encounter is not just a clash between two teams but
Young firebrand earns a place in Australia’s T20 WC squad
In their final squad for the upcoming T20I World Cup 2024 in West Indies and USA, Australia have added young firebrand Jake Fraser-McGurk as a reserve. After being overlooked initially in Australia’s squad, despite jaw-dropping performances in the IPL, young talent has been rewarded with a place in Australia’s 15-member squad. Along with Jake Fraser McGurk, BBL star Matthew Short has also been added as a reserve. Meanwhile, Tanveer Sangha<
IPL 2024: Red-hot KKR, SRH collide as they eye direct path to final
Two formidable giants of IPL Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders will be crossing swords in the Qualifier 1 of the ongoing Indian Premier League on Tuesday at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In the lead up to the Qualifier 1, both teams delivered with astonishing performances during the league stage of the tournament, finishing in the top-four. This match is hugely important for both teams as they vie for a direct spot in the final.
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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
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