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“For Strange Reason…”: Sunil Gavaskar Questions Hardik Pandya’s Final Over Decision | Cricket News
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“For Strange Reason…”: Sunil Gavaskar Questions Hardik Pandya’s Final Over Decision | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mohit Sharma in action for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2023© BCCIMohit Sharma was a star performer for Gujarat Titans in the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 and with 27 wickets from 13 matches, the experienced fast bowler played a massive role in taking them to the final. However, despite taking three wickets in the summit clash, he was not able to clinch the game for his side as he conceded 10 runs in the final two balls against Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. Legendary India opener Sunil Gavaskar dissected the last over by Mohit and pointed out a moment that could have affected his rhythm.Mohit conceded just three runs in the first four balls of the final over of the match with the first one being a dot ball.However, the last two deliveries went fo...
After Career Defining IPL, Is Mohit 2.0 Ready For National T20 Comeback? | Cricket News
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After Career Defining IPL, Is Mohit 2.0 Ready For National T20 Comeback? | Cricket News

[ad_1] From being a Gujarat Titans net bowler last year to almost taking the team to its second straight IPL title, 34-year-old pacer Mohit Sharma has been the biggest comeback story of the just-concluded 2023 season. Hardik Pandya's comforting hug to Mohit seconds after Ravindra Jadeja's final over blitz took CSK to a record equalling fifth title not only showed the character of Titans captain, it was also an acknowledgement of Haryana pacer's immense contribution to their campaign this season. Mohit may not have been able to nail the last two balls of the 15th over after an exemplary first four deliveries but nothing can undermine his efforts through the season as he ended with 27 wickets in 14 games, second only to teammate and friend Mohammed Shami.Not long after the playing the 2015...
IPL 2023: MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings Clinch Record-Equaling 5th Title By Beating Gujarat Titans In Final | Cricket News
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IPL 2023: MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings Clinch Record-Equaling 5th Title By Beating Gujarat Titans In Final | Cricket News

[ad_1] CSK beat GT to clinch record-equalling fifth IPL title© BCCIChennai Super Kings claimed a record-equalling fifth Indian Premier League title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in a rain-affected but thrilling summit showdown on Monday. B Sai Sudharsan slammed 96 in 47 balls as Gujarat Titans posted 214 for four after being asked to bat first. Set a revised target of 171 in 15 overs after rain interrupted play at the start of the second innings of a final that was pushed to the reserve day owing to heavy downpour, CSK completed the task in the last ball at a packed Narendra Modi Stadium in what could turn out to be the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni's final outing in the T20 league.𝗗𝗢 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦!Two shots of excellence and composure!Finishing in style, the Ravindra Jadeja way...
The Moment Ravindra Jadeja Hit A Last-Ball Four To Clinch 5th IPL Title For CSK. Watch | Cricket News
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The Moment Ravindra Jadeja Hit A Last-Ball Four To Clinch 5th IPL Title For CSK. Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] A joyous Ravindra Jadeja after CSK IPL title win.© TwitterAt last, it was worth the wait. The IPL 2023 final which was supposed to end on May 28, finally finished on May 30 (IST) and MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings clinched a thriller for a record-equalling fifth IPL title. CSK completed the task in the last ball against defending champions Gujarat Titans at a packed Narendra Modi Stadium in what could turn out to be the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni's final outing in the T20 league. Ravindra Jadeja struck a six and a four off Mohit Sharma in the final two balls to win it for CSK.This moment is #IPL2023Final #CSKvGT #WhistlePodu #Yellove pic.twitter.com/6BCgehszxy— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 29, 2023B Sai Sudharsan slammed 96 in 47 balls as Gujarat Titans posted 214 for...
Sunil Gavaskar Makes ‘Purple Cap’ Gaffe. GT Star’s Response Is Priceless | Cricket News
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Sunil Gavaskar Makes ‘Purple Cap’ Gaffe. GT Star’s Response Is Priceless | Cricket News

[ad_1] Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar was involved in a rather hilarious incident with Gujarat Titans pacers Mohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami, following the game against the Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. As GT beat LSG by 56 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Shami regained the Purple Cap. During the post-match presentation ceremony, Mohit was supposed to hand the Purple Cap to Shami. However, before he could do so, Gavaskar got confused about who had the honour among the two in-form LSG pacers.Gavaskar mistakenly congratulated Mohit instead of Shami."Many congratulations Mohit for holding the Purple Cap, you're getting it from Shami," Gavaskar said during the post-match presentation ceremony.However, Mohit was quick to correct the 72-year-old that the Purple Cap belonged to Shami,...
“Worst Review In History”: Fans Troll Hardik Pandya And Co. For Bizarre DRS Call | Cricket News
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“Worst Review In History”: Fans Troll Hardik Pandya And Co. For Bizarre DRS Call | Cricket News

[ad_1] Fans on social media trolled Hardik and co. for taking the 'worst review ever'.© TwitterAman Khan scored his maiden half-century in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to help Delhi Captitals (DC) beat Gujarat Titans (GT) in a low-scoring match on Tuesday. Aman's defiant 51 took DC from a precarious 23-5 to 130-8 in a clash billed as David v Goliath between bottom-placed Delhi and table-toppers Gujarat in Ahmedabad. The 26-year-old all-rounder was involved in a bizarre DRS incident, which caught the attention of the fans.The incident happed on the final ball of the 18th over of DC's innings. Mohit Sharma bowled a full-length delivery to Aman, who tried to play a pick up shot over the keeper but missed and was hit on the pads.While it was clearly evident that the ball was nowhere near ...
Watch: A Tendulkar Hits A Six In Indian Premier League Again. Sachin Would Be Proud | Cricket News
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Watch: A Tendulkar Hits A Six In Indian Premier League Again. Sachin Would Be Proud | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mumbai Indians (MI) all-rounder Arjun Tendulkar bounced back from a expensive outing against Punjab Kings with a solid performance against the Gujarat Titans on Tuesday. Arjun, who conceded 48 runs and picked up just one wicket in three overs against PBKS, struck in the powerplay once again, dismissing GT opener Wriddhiman Saha. Despite conceding just nine runs in his two overs in the powerplay, Arjun didn't get the chance to bowl out his remaining overs.However, Arjun was seen in a new avatar after he got a chance to bat for MI, following their top-order collapse.The 23-year-old instantly sent the fans into overdrive with a nonchalant six off Mohit Sharma's delivery in the last over of the match.The bowler banged it shot and Arjun pulled it over deep square leg for a six.Arjun ai...
Watch: Wriddhiman Saha Forces Reluctant Hardik Pandya To Take DRS. Here’s What Happened Next | Cricket News
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Watch: Wriddhiman Saha Forces Reluctant Hardik Pandya To Take DRS. Here’s What Happened Next | Cricket News

[ad_1] Wriddhiman Saha's insistence at taking the review helped the Gujarat Titans.© TwitterGujarat Titans wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha forced captain Hardik Pandya into taking a Decesion Review System (DRS) call during the IPL 2023 game against Punjab Kings on Friday. Saha's insistence at taking the review helped the side dismiss PBKS' star batter Jitesh Sharma. The incident happened on the third ball of the 13th over when Jitesh got a faint edge of Mohit Sharma's delivery, and Saha took an easy catch. While the umpire and the bowler remain unmoved,  Saha kept insisting for the review.While Hardik took the review, the GT skipper wasn't too confident either about the decision. However, the replays showed that there was a clear spike when the ball was near the bat.pic.twitter.com/W...
“What Would I Do At Home?”: Gujarat Titans Star Mohit Sharma Narrates Emotional Tale Of IPL Comeback | Cricket News
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“What Would I Do At Home?”: Gujarat Titans Star Mohit Sharma Narrates Emotional Tale Of IPL Comeback | Cricket News

[ad_1] Mohit Sharma was named Player of Match In GT vs PBKS match© BCCI/SportzpicsAs Gujarat Titans pulled off a 6-wicket victory over Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match on Thursday, a new hero emerged for the defending champions. He was none other than the veteran pacer Mohit Sharma, who used to be an India international at some point in his career. Having only featured for Guajrat as a net bowler last year, Mohit reaped the rewards for his hard work and became a part of the team's first-team squad this year. Following his excellent spell against Punjab, Mohit opened up on his IPL comeback with an emotional story.Speaking after the match, Mohit revealed that he got a call from Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra about joining the team as a net bowler. He thought th...
IPL 2023: Mohit Sharma, Shubman Gill Shine As Gujarat Titans Beat Punjab Kings By Six Wickets | Cricket News
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IPL 2023: Mohit Sharma, Shubman Gill Shine As Gujarat Titans Beat Punjab Kings By Six Wickets | Cricket News

[ad_1] Gujarat Titans roared back to winning ways with a six-wicket victory over Punjab Kings after Mohit Sharma's excellent return to the IPL and Shubman Gill's 49-ball 67 on Thursday. Medium pacer Mohit marked his comeback with figures of 2/18 as holders GT restricted PBKS to 153 for eight. Playing in his first game in the league since 2020, Mohit was exceptional in the penultimate over, giving away as little as six runs. When their turn to bat came, Gill led the way with his fine half-century as GT completed the chase of 154 in 19.5 overs, four days after suffering a heartbreaking loss to Kolkata Knight Riders. Having done duty as the team's net bowler last season, Mohit, who has also played for the Indian team including in the World Cup, mixed his pace and varied his lengths well thr...