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“Naam Bade Darshan Chote”: Sunil Gavaskar’s No Holds Barred Take On Off Colour RCB Star | Cricket News
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“Naam Bade Darshan Chote”: Sunil Gavaskar’s No Holds Barred Take On Off Colour RCB Star | Cricket News

[ad_1] Royal Challengers Bengaluru's season of horror continued on Monday as they slumped to their fifth straight loss in the IPL 2024. This time it happened against SunRisers Hyderabad after conceding a record 287/3 - the most in T20 franchise cricket history. With the loss, RCB's road to playoffs has become tougher. For the game, RCB dropped two big stars - Mohammed Siraj and Glenn Maxwell. The latter, despite having the reputation of being a big-hitter, has not been able to fire in the IPL 2024.His scores in the IPL 2024 reads 0, 3, 28, 0, 1  and 0. Ahead of the game vs SRH, Sunil Gavaskar blasted the Australia star."He has been unable to play fast bowling, period. Balls bouncing to his chest or shoulder height are troubling him. He can whack every ball below his waist height but not ...
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Hardik Pandya “Smiling Too Much, Acting Like He’s…”: England Great Hits Bullseye | Cricket News
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Hardik Pandya “Smiling Too Much, Acting Like He’s…”: England Great Hits Bullseye | Cricket News

[ad_1] Hardik Pandya with Ruturaj Gaikwad© BCCI/SportzpicsIt isn't the same Hardik Pandya that left Mumbai Indians two seasons ago or the same person who led Gujarat Titans to two consecutive finals in the Indian Premier League. Hardik, as the captain of the Mumbai Indians, has remained pretty ordinary while his bowling and batting skills have also left much to be desired. As Indian cricket great highlighted all the wrongs Hardik did in the match against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday, former England captain Kevin Pietersen also joined in, highlighting the lapses in his captaincy decision as well as execution as a batter and a bowler in the middle.Pietersen, in a chat on Star Sports, highlighted how Hardik should've bowled spinners sooner in the game as the pace bowlers were leaking plent...
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“Worst Kind Of Bowling”: Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Hardik Pandya After MS Dhoni’s Fiery Knock | Cricket News
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“Worst Kind Of Bowling”: Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Hardik Pandya After MS Dhoni’s Fiery Knock | Cricket News

[ad_1] Hardik Pandya (L) and MS Dhoni© AFPLegendary Indian cricket team batter Sunil Gavaskar was furious with Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya after he was hit for three consecutive sixes by MS Dhoni during the IPL 2024 match against Chennai Super Kings on Sunday. Hardik was the pick of the MI bowlers with two wickets but he was slammed for 20 runs by Dhoni in the final four balls of the CSK innings. Gavaskar slammed Hardik for his 'ordinary bowling and ordinary captaincy' and criticised the kind of deliveries that he produced."Probably the worst kind of bowling that I've seen for a long, long time. It almost looks like I've had this embrace with my hero. I've got a bowling kind of deliveries that he's gonna hit for sixes. One 6 is fine. The next one again a length ball when you kno...
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Sunil Gavaskar Explains Why MS Dhoni Is ‘Thala For A Reason’ | Cricket News
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Sunil Gavaskar Explains Why MS Dhoni Is ‘Thala For A Reason’ | Cricket News

[ad_1] File photo of MS Dhoni.© BCCIMS Dhoni is one of the legendary captains in the history of cricket. Not only for the Indian team but also for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League. Ahead of the start of IPL 2024, Dhoni passed the CSK baton to Ruturaj Gaikwad, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for a long time. Dhoni led CSK in 14 of the 16 IPL seasons, helping the side clinch a record-equalling five IPL titles. Apart from his captaincy skills, Dhoni's batting and impact behind the stumps has also played a crucial role in CSK's success over the years.Read here: IPL 2024 Points TableWhen asked what is special about MS Dhoni that he gets the best out of the players in the team, Gavaskar in an event hosted by Star Sports, replied, "That's why they say, 'Thala for...
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MS Dhoni Said “Failures Are Certain”, Reveals Star Who Was Compared To the India Great | Cricket News
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MS Dhoni Said “Failures Are Certain”, Reveals Star Who Was Compared To the India Great | Cricket News

[ad_1] Dhruv Jurel was one of the star debutants in India's Test series against England. The wicketkeeper-batter also earned MS Dhoni comparisons from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar. "Watching the presence of mind of Dhruv Jurel makes me think he's the next MS Dhoni in the making," Gavaskar said on Sports 18 during commentary. However, Jurel said he was happy to be just 'Dhruv Jurel'.  "Thank you so much Gavaskar sir for comparing me with Dhoni sir. But I want to say personally that no one can replicate what Dhoni sir has done," Jurel had said at the 'India Today Conclave'.Now, Jurel has revealed  a message from MS Dhoni regarding finishing games."Every wicketkeeper-batter has his designated batting position, and people often criticise players without understanding their job. Batting at No...
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“If They Dislocate Their Shoulder…”: On IPL Star, Sunil Gavaskar’s “Careers Are In Threat” Warning | Cricket News
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“If They Dislocate Their Shoulder…”: On IPL Star, Sunil Gavaskar’s “Careers Are In Threat” Warning | Cricket News

[ad_1] Sunil Gavaskar is one Indian cricket team great who had a gift with the bat and has a gift of the gab too. With the bat he was one of the most polished batter and in the commentary panel the former Indian cricket team captain, Gavaskar is known to be telling the hard truth. So, when Gavaskar speaks one listens. Just like he can seen rebuking a player, Gavaskar also praises the good performers. On Wednesday, after Gujarat Titans' last ball win over Rajasthan Royals, Gavaskar had a special praise for one of the winner's star performersRashid Khan's commitment towards all aspects of the game, including the willingness to put his body on the line, makes him one of the most sought-after players in T20 leagues across the globe, feels the legendary Sunil Gavaskar. Needing 15 in the final...
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“Such A Wanted Player Around The World”: India Great’s Blockbuster Praise For Rashid Khan | Cricket News
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“Such A Wanted Player Around The World”: India Great’s Blockbuster Praise For Rashid Khan | Cricket News

[ad_1] Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar lauded Afghanistan's spin-bowling allrounder Rashid Khan for his performance in Gujarat Titans' thrilling 3-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) and said his commitment makes him as "a wanted player by franchises all around the world." Riding on a splendid knock of 72 off 44 from captain Shubman Gill, followed by a final flourish from Rashid (24 off 11 not out) and Rahul Tewatia (22 off 11), Gujarat Titans pulled off a thrilling last-ball win over Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night.Before showcasing his batting skills, the 25-year-old Afghan allrounder bowled an economical spell, finishing with figures of 1-18 in his four-over quota. He was adjudged Player of the Match for his all-round show in GT's win.Speaking on to Star Sports on Cricket ...
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India’s T20 World Cup Squad: Sunil Gavaskar Says Selectors Have “Eye On” Youngster With 10 50s In 15 Games | Cricket News
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India’s T20 World Cup Squad: Sunil Gavaskar Says Selectors Have “Eye On” Youngster With 10 50s In 15 Games | Cricket News

[ad_1] Amidst the IPL 2024 action, there is a great intrigue over India's 2024 T20 World Cup squad. The squad is expected to be announced by the end of April, with the deadline for naming it being May 1. India have not won any ICC trophy since 2013, and the 2024 T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies is a massive chance for the Rohit Sharma-led side to change that record. When it comes to T20s, there has been an increasing call to induct young blood and players who can be fearless in the format.Keeping that in mind, it will be interesting to see who gets picked for the squad.Riyan Parag is one of the players who is in focus with a stellar display in the IPL. The Rajasthan Royals player has scored three half-centuries in his last four matches, including one on Wednesday against Gujarat ...
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“Their Strong Point…”: Sunil Gavaskar’s Advice For RCB To Turn Around Season | Cricket News
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“Their Strong Point…”: Sunil Gavaskar’s Advice For RCB To Turn Around Season | Cricket News

[ad_1] File photo of Sunil Gavaskar© TwitterLegendary batter Sunil Gavaskar said on Saturday that the embattled Royal Challengers Bengaluru should try to chase targets more to revive their fortunes in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). RCB are currently languishing at eighth place with two points from four matches, and in their fifth match they will face Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Saturday.“Of course, the toss is not in your control. But at all possible opportunities, they should chase targets as batting is their strong point. I think that will give them a better chance at winning matches,” said Gavaskar here during the cricket talk show, Midwicket Stories, which also featured England batting legend Geoffrey Boycott and former New Zealand pacer Simon Doull.Gavaskar was hinting a...
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“How Much Virat Kohli Will Do Alone?” Sunil Gavaskar Rips Into RCB Batters After Timid Loss To KKR In IPL | Cricket News
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“How Much Virat Kohli Will Do Alone?” Sunil Gavaskar Rips Into RCB Batters After Timid Loss To KKR In IPL | Cricket News

[ad_1] Virat Kohli scored yet another half-century for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2024, but his team ended on  the losing side against Kolkata Knight Riders on Friday. RCB now have two losses in three games and the start to the IPL 2024 has been timid to say the least. RCB are one of the four sides which are yet to win the IPL. Every year, RCB fans hope for a different story to happen. But what occurs, is the complete opposite.Despite being one of the most star-studded sides, RCB have under-achieved. On Friday, Kohli top-scored with an unbeaten 83 of 59 deliveries. None of the other RCB batters could even touch 35. RCB scored 182/6 in 20 overs but KKR reached the target in just 16.5 overs.Former Indian cricket team captain Sunil Gavaksar blasted the RCB batters after the loss...
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