The race for the IPL 2022 playoffs is getting intense and a bit complicated with each passing day and match. With 56 matches done and dusted in the league stage, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and&nbsp;Gujarat Titans (GT) hold the top-two spots, respectively, and one of them are set to book a slot in the playoffs on Tuesday evening (May 10).

While Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) -- both tied on 14 points -- also&nbsp;look set to be the other two teams to enter the playoffs, one can expect some more twists and turns with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Delhi Capitals (DC), Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all tied on 10 points. On the other hand, defending champions and four-time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are also somehow alive in the competition with 8 points from 11 games. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) are the only team confirmed to be out of the race.

As there is total chaos in the mid-table, here's how KKR and CSK -- who have lesser chances compared to the other teams stranded in the middle -- can qualify for the playoffs:

KKR's scenario:

With 5 wins in 12 matches, Shreyas Iyer &amp; Co.&nbsp;have 10 points. They are set to play two more matches in the league stage. The franchise can earn two more victories, at the maximum, to take their overall points tally to 14.&nbsp;

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KKR's NRR&nbsp;is presently at -0.057. Since 4 teams are already of 14 points, the two-time winners need a miracle. They&nbsp;would hope for the above teams&nbsp;to lose all of their matches handsomely.&nbsp;Seems unlikely!

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CSK's scenario:

The Dhoni-led Yellow Army's case isn't much different. While CSK need to win all of their remaining three matches to remain alive, their NRR is better (+0.028) --&nbsp;following the big victory over DC --&nbsp;and gives them a better chance in comparison to KKR to progress ahead.
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The race for the IPL 2022 playoffs is getting intense and a bit complicated with each passing day and match. With 56 matches done and dusted in the league stage, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) hold the top-two spots, respectively, and one of them are set to book a slot in the playoffs on Tuesday evening (May 10).

The race for the IPL 2022 playoffs is getting intense and a bit complicated with each passing day and match. With 56 matches done and dusted in the league stage, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Gujarat Titans (GT) hold the top-two spots, respectively, and one of them are set to book a slot in the playoffs on Tuesday evening (May 10). While Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) -- both tied on 14 points -- also look set to be the other two teams to enter the playoffs, one can expect some more twists and turns with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Delhi Capitals (DC), Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all tied on 10 points. On the other hand, defending champions and four-time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are also somehow alive in the competition with 8 points from 11 games. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) are the only team confirmed to be out of the race. As there is total chaos in the mid-table, here's how KKR and CSK -- who have lesser chances compared to the other teams stranded in the middle -- can qualify for the playoffs: KKR's scenario: With 5 wins in 12 matches, Shreyas Iyer & Co. have 10 points. They are set to play two more matches in the league stage. The franchise can earn two more victories, at the maximum, to take their overall points tally to 14. KKR's NRR is presently at -0.057. Since 4 teams are already of 14 points, the two-time winners need a miracle. They would hope for the above teams to lose all of their matches handsomely. Seems unlikely! ALSO READ | Updated IPL 2022 points table after Kolkata Knight Riders beat Mumbai Indians by 52 runs CSK's scenario: The Dhoni-led Yellow Army's case isn't much different. While CSK need to win all of their remaining three matches to remain alive, their NRR is better (+0.028) -- following the big victory over DC -- and gives them a better chance in comparison to KKR to progress ahead.

IPL 2022: EXPLAINED! How MS Dhoni's CSK and KKR can still qualify for the playoffs

Manchester United are set to undergo major changes after another disappointing season but former midfielder David Beckham hopes Cristiano Ronaldo sticks around for at least another year. 
United`s 4-0 hammering at Brighton &amp; Hove Albion at the weekend means they cannot finish higher than sixth.

The Old Trafford side have appointed Ajax Amsterdam manager Erik ten Hag to replace interim boss Ralf Rangnick from the end of the current campaign, with the Dutchman expected to revamp the squad during the close season. Ronaldo has scored 24 goals in all competitions this season and Beckham, who also wore United`s number seven jersey, hopes the 37-year-old forward will stay on.

"It`s important to him -- we all know how much United means to him. He`s still doing what he does best," Beckham told Sky Sports at the Miami Grand Prix. "To be doing what he`s doing at his age is really incredible so hopefully it continues for another year or two."

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Beckham, who won six Premier League titles at United, said fans had stuck by the side through some difficult times, with United`s last league title coming in the 2012-2013 season. "It`s been a tough end to the season. But it is the end of the season, I`m sure a lot of fans are thankful of that because it`s been a tough one -- full of ups and downs," he said. "The players have done what they can do best, so has the manager. I turned up at the stadium a few months back and every seat was filled so the fans still believe, they support, they turn up for the team.

"It`s what United fans do. There's not many teams to have gone through what they`ve gone through in the last few years and still filling out their stadium. There will be changes."

Manchester United are set to undergo major changes after another disappointing season but former midfielder David Beckham hopes Cristiano Ronaldo sticks around for at least another year.

Manchester United are set to undergo major changes after another disappointing season but former midfielder David Beckham hopes Cristiano Ronaldo sticks around for at least another year. United`s 4-0 hammering at Brighton & Hove Albion at the weekend means they cannot finish higher than sixth. The Old Trafford side have appointed Ajax Amsterdam manager Erik ten Hag to replace interim boss Ralf Rangnick from the end of the current campaign, with the Dutchman expected to revamp the squad during the close season. Ronaldo has scored 24 goals in all competitions this season and Beckham, who also wore United`s number seven jersey, hopes the 37-year-old forward will stay on. "It`s important to him -- we all know how much United means to him. He`s still doing what he does best," Beckham told Sky Sports at the Miami Grand Prix. "To be doing what he`s doing at his age is really incredible so hopefully it continues for another year or two." ALSO READ | Premier League: Manchester City trounce Newcastle United to open up three-point lead Beckham, who won six Premier League titles at United, said fans had stuck by the side through some difficult times, with United`s last league title coming in the 2012-2013 season. "It`s been a tough end to the season. But it is the end of the season, I`m sure a lot of fans are thankful of that because it`s been a tough one -- full of ups and downs," he said. "The players have done what they can do best, so has the manager. I turned up at the stadium a few months back and every seat was filled so the fans still believe, they support, they turn up for the team. "It`s what United fans do. There's not many teams to have gone through what they`ve gone through in the last few years and still filling out their stadium. There will be changes."

'We know how much Manchester United means to him' - David Beckham hopes Cristiano Ronaldo stays on

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locked horns with the Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of IPL 2022 edition on Sunday evening (May 08), at the DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai. Despite losing the toss, Chennai dominated the proceedings after their openers Ruturaj Gaikwad (41) and Devon Conway (87) set the tone for a big total courtesy of their impressive 110-run stand.

As a result, CSK posted a mammoth 208-6 and later defended the total by a whopping 91-run margin. While CSK's slim chances of entering the playoffs remain alive, captain Dhoni achieved yet another illustrious feat in his T20 career. Courtesy of his rapid 8-ball 21 not out, the 40-year-old veteran keeper-batter became only the second T20 captain to enter the 6000-run club. Thus, he joined Virat Kohli in a special list with Rohit Sharma at the&nbsp;third spot.

Most T20 runs as Captain

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6451 - Virat Kohli

6017 - MS Dhoni*

4764 - Rohit Sharma

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Dhoni is also only in on reaching the 5000-run club in IPL history. After his knock versus Delhi, his run-tally stands at 4,909 in 231 matches.&nbsp;

Talking about DC's run-chase, they were in the hunt till the partnership between Pant (21) and Mitchell Marsh (25). Dangerman David Warner had departed for 19 before Delhi slipped from 72-2 to 99-8&nbsp;in no time.&nbsp;

Moeen Ali, 3 for 13, Simrajit Singh, Mukesh Choudhary and Dwayne Bravo chipped in with regular wickets as CSK beat DC by a big margin after dismissing them for a paltry 117 in 17.4 overs.
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MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locked horns with the Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of IPL 2022 edition on Sunday evening (May 08), at the DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai.

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locked horns with the Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of IPL 2022 edition on Sunday evening (May 08), at the DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai. Despite losing the toss, Chennai dominated the proceedings after their openers Ruturaj Gaikwad (41) and Devon Conway (87) set the tone for a big total courtesy of their impressive 110-run stand. As a result, CSK posted a mammoth 208-6 and later defended the total by a whopping 91-run margin. While CSK's slim chances of entering the playoffs remain alive, captain Dhoni achieved yet another illustrious feat in his T20 career. Courtesy of his rapid 8-ball 21 not out, the 40-year-old veteran keeper-batter became only the second T20 captain to enter the 6000-run club. Thus, he joined Virat Kohli in a special list with Rohit Sharma at the third spot. Most T20 runs as Captain 6451 - Virat Kohli 6017 - MS Dhoni* 4764 - Rohit Sharma ALSO READ | IPL 2022: Devon Conway joins Ruturaj Gaikwad and Faf du Plessis in elite list with fifty for CSK against DC Dhoni is also only in on reaching the 5000-run club in IPL history. After his knock versus Delhi, his run-tally stands at 4,909 in 231 matches. Talking about DC's run-chase, they were in the hunt till the partnership between Pant (21) and Mitchell Marsh (25). Dangerman David Warner had departed for 19 before Delhi slipped from 72-2 to 99-8 in no time. Moeen Ali, 3 for 13, Simrajit Singh, Mukesh Choudhary and Dwayne Bravo chipped in with regular wickets as CSK beat DC by a big margin after dismissing them for a paltry 117 in 17.4 overs.

CSK vs DC: MS Dhoni enters 6000-run club as T20 captain, joins Virat Kohli in elite list

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On Sunday evening (May 09), the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locked horns with the Rishabh Pant's Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of IPL 2022, at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai. In what was a crucial game for both sides in a bid to stay alive in the playoffs race, Dhoni &amp; Co. demolished DC by 91 runs courtesy of Devon Conway's 87, the captain's finishing touch with the bat and Moeen Ali's 3 for 13.

Conway, who was playing only his fourth game of the season, continued his merry run ever since he was included back into the playing XI after Dhoni's reappointment as the skipper. The left-hander timed his innings beautifully and stitched an impressive 110-run opening stand with Ruturaj Gaikwad (41). Conway, however, continued from his end to return with a 49-ball 87, laced with seven fours and five sixes at 177.55.

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While his timing was immaculate, Conway stepped out of the crease on several occasions, against the spinners, and launched some big hits. Post his match-winning knock, the New Zealand opener credited Dhoni for his useful batting advice. "I have got to give credit to MS tonight," Conway told Star Sports. "In the last game (versus Royal Challengers Bangalore) I swept quite a lot, and I unfortunately got out playing the sweep. And he said to me, 'I think the guys are going to try to bowl fuller to you tonight. So maybe come out and try to hit them straight.' So he sort of gave me the guidelines to try to execute that. That's what I tried to do," he added.

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With a big win, CSK remain alive in the playoffs race but have a very slim chance of finishing in the top-four. DC, on the other hand, are also in contention but saw their NRR being hit hard following a forgettable outing versus the four-time winners and defending champions.

On Sunday evening (May 09), the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locked horns with the Rishabh Pant's Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of IPL 2022, at the Dr.

On Sunday evening (May 09), the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locked horns with the Rishabh Pant's Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of IPL 2022, at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai. In what was a crucial game for both sides in a bid to stay alive in the playoffs race, Dhoni & Co. demolished DC by 91 runs courtesy of Devon Conway's 87, the captain's finishing touch with the bat and Moeen Ali's 3 for 13. Conway, who was playing only his fourth game of the season, continued his merry run ever since he was included back into the playing XI after Dhoni's reappointment as the skipper. The left-hander timed his innings beautifully and stitched an impressive 110-run opening stand with Ruturaj Gaikwad (41). Conway, however, continued from his end to return with a 49-ball 87, laced with seven fours and five sixes at 177.55. ALSO READ | 'Well done old man': MS Dhoni hilariously trolls Dwayne Bravo after his fielding effort during CSK vs DC tie While his timing was immaculate, Conway stepped out of the crease on several occasions, against the spinners, and launched some big hits. Post his match-winning knock, the New Zealand opener credited Dhoni for his useful batting advice. "I have got to give credit to MS tonight," Conway told Star Sports. "In the last game (versus Royal Challengers Bangalore) I swept quite a lot, and I unfortunately got out playing the sweep. And he said to me, 'I think the guys are going to try to bowl fuller to you tonight. So maybe come out and try to hit them straight.' So he sort of gave me the guidelines to try to execute that. That's what I tried to do," he added. ALSO READ | CSK vs DC: MS Dhoni enters 6000-run club as T20 captain, joins Virat Kohli in elite list With a big win, CSK remain alive in the playoffs race but have a very slim chance of finishing in the top-four. DC, on the other hand, are also in contention but saw their NRR being hit hard following a forgettable outing versus the four-time winners and defending champions.

IPL 2022: Devon Conway credits MS Dhoni for DC onslaught, reveals CSK skipper's helpful batting advice

Newly-crowned Madrid Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Sunday he has decided to skip the Rome Masters in a bid to recover from an ankle injury ahead of the French Open later this month. Alcaraz, who rolled his ankle in the quarter-finals in Madrid, overcame pain to beat three top five players -- Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev -- to win his second Masters title days after his 19th birthday.

"Due to the fall that I had, the ankle, I had a problem and this morning it was a little more swollen. Also I had a blister in my feet which was a little bit infected and it`s been a little bit tough start to the day," Alcaraz told reporters.

"It was difficult for me to walk but after a while with my team, with the physio, with the doctor, we have managed to fix it to do something to be able to be 100% today. "I thought about it (playing in Rome). I think that given the state of my feet and my ankle, I`m really excited for fighting for a Grand Slam. I think that it`s better to rest, to recover my ankle, recover my feet, to be in Paris at 100%."

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Alcaraz beat Zverev 6-3 6-1 in just 62 minutes in the final and his fourth singles title of the year will move him up to sixth in the rankings. Zverev said the young Spaniard is now the "best player in the world" but Alcaraz is not getting ahead of himself.

"Djokovic is number one in the ranking. Because I have won Barcelona and I have beaten Djokovic and Rafa in Madrid, I don`t consider myself the best player in the world," he said. "I also think that tomorrow I`m going to be sixth, so I still have five players in front of me to be the best one."

Newly-crowned Madrid Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Sunday he has decided to skip the Rome Masters in a bid to recover from an ankle injury ahead of the French Open later this month.

Newly-crowned Madrid Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Sunday he has decided to skip the Rome Masters in a bid to recover from an ankle injury ahead of the French Open later this month. Alcaraz, who rolled his ankle in the quarter-finals in Madrid, overcame pain to beat three top five players -- Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev -- to win his second Masters title days after his 19th birthday. "Due to the fall that I had, the ankle, I had a problem and this morning it was a little more swollen. Also I had a blister in my feet which was a little bit infected and it`s been a little bit tough start to the day," Alcaraz told reporters. "It was difficult for me to walk but after a while with my team, with the physio, with the doctor, we have managed to fix it to do something to be able to be 100% today. "I thought about it (playing in Rome). I think that given the state of my feet and my ankle, I`m really excited for fighting for a Grand Slam. I think that it`s better to rest, to recover my ankle, recover my feet, to be in Paris at 100%." ALSO READ | Madrid Open: Teen sensation Carlos Alcaraz beats defending champion Alexander Zverev to clinch title Alcaraz beat Zverev 6-3 6-1 in just 62 minutes in the final and his fourth singles title of the year will move him up to sixth in the rankings. Zverev said the young Spaniard is now the "best player in the world" but Alcaraz is not getting ahead of himself. "Djokovic is number one in the ranking. Because I have won Barcelona and I have beaten Djokovic and Rafa in Madrid, I don`t consider myself the best player in the world," he said. "I also think that tomorrow I`m going to be sixth, so I still have five players in front of me to be the best one."

Madrid Open winner Carlos Alcaraz to miss Rome Masters due to ankle injury

Indian team on Monday thrashed Canada 5-0 in their second group match and qualified for the quarter-finals of BWF Thomas Cup 2022 here in Bangkok. The Group C tie witnessed India dominating most of the proceedings. Former World No. 1 Srikanth Kidambi started off the tie against Brian Yang. The first game was closely fought, with Yang prevailing by 22-20. However, in the second game, things were more one-sided as Kidambi prevailed with 21-11 to force the decider. In the final game, Kidambi completely dominated Yang 21-15 to seal the match. Then, the duo of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy took on Jason Anthony Ho-Shue and Kevin Lee. In the first game, the Indian duo completely dominated the Canadian pair with 21-12. The Indians sealed the match after winning 21-11 in the second game.

In the next match of the tie, HS Prannoy locked horns with BR Sankeerth. Prannoy took the first game by the margin of 21-15 over Sankeerth. Later in the second game, Prannoy dominated Sankeerth 21-12 to seal the tie for the Indian team. Then in the 4th match, the Indian duo Krishna Prasad and Vishnuvardhan battle it out against Adam Dong and Yakura Nyl. Krishna Prasad-Vishnuvardhan walked off as winners with a comfortable win by 21-15,21-11.

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The fifth match saw the Priyanshu Rajawat take on Victor Lai. Priyanshu won the first game 21-13, however, Lai bounced backed with 20-22 in the second round to make things even. The 20-year-old, Priyanshu fought back in the decider and defeated Lai 21-14 to wrap up a 5-0 clean sweep for India over Canada in the Group C Thomas Cup fixture.

With the impressive result in their second group match, the Indian team, which defeated Germany 5-0 on Sunday, is certain to finish in the top-2 in Group C and thus qualify for the quarter-finals in BWF Thomas Cup 2022.

Indian team on Monday thrashed Canada 5-0 in their second group match and qualified for the quarter-finals of BWF Thomas Cup 2022 here in Bangkok. The Group C tie witnessed India dominating most of the proceedings.

Indian team on Monday thrashed Canada 5-0 in their second group match and qualified for the quarter-finals of BWF Thomas Cup 2022 here in Bangkok. The Group C tie witnessed India dominating most of the proceedings. Former World No. 1 Srikanth Kidambi started off the tie against Brian Yang. The first game was closely fought, with Yang prevailing by 22-20. However, in the second game, things were more one-sided as Kidambi prevailed with 21-11 to force the decider. In the final game, Kidambi completely dominated Yang 21-15 to seal the match. Then, the duo of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy took on Jason Anthony Ho-Shue and Kevin Lee. In the first game, the Indian duo completely dominated the Canadian pair with 21-12. The Indians sealed the match after winning 21-11 in the second game. In the next match of the tie, HS Prannoy locked horns with BR Sankeerth. Prannoy took the first game by the margin of 21-15 over Sankeerth. Later in the second game, Prannoy dominated Sankeerth 21-12 to seal the tie for the Indian team. Then in the 4th match, the Indian duo Krishna Prasad and Vishnuvardhan battle it out against Adam Dong and Yakura Nyl. Krishna Prasad-Vishnuvardhan walked off as winners with a comfortable win by 21-15,21-11. ALSO READ | It was really unfair: PV Sindhu on controversial point penalty after Badminton Asia C'ships semis loss The fifth match saw the Priyanshu Rajawat take on Victor Lai. Priyanshu won the first game 21-13, however, Lai bounced backed with 20-22 in the second round to make things even. The 20-year-old, Priyanshu fought back in the decider and defeated Lai 21-14 to wrap up a 5-0 clean sweep for India over Canada in the Group C Thomas Cup fixture. With the impressive result in their second group match, the Indian team, which defeated Germany 5-0 on Sunday, is certain to finish in the top-2 in Group C and thus qualify for the quarter-finals in BWF Thomas Cup 2022.

Thomas Cup 2022: Kidambi Srikanth leads charge as India demolish Canada 5-0, confirm spot in QFs

IPL has been a huge hit over the years. The cash-rich league has become a big part of the cricketing calendar and every season is keenly awaited among the ardent cricket fans worldwide. There have been some big names who have led to IPL's resounding success over the years.

Along with the huge success, IPL has also seen some controversies unfold on the 22-yard cricket strip. There have been some heated exchanges among players from time to time. During IPL 2013, Virat Kohli -- the then Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper -- had got involved in an ugly altercation with former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Gautam Gambhir when both sides had met at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on April 11.

Riding on Gambhir's 46-ball 59, KKR set up a decent 155-run target on board for Kohli &amp; Co. In reply, Chris Gayle's 85 off&nbsp;50 balls and Kohli's 35 helped the hosts beat KKR by eight wickets with 15 balls to spare. However, Kohli was sledged after his dismissal, by L Balaji, and soon got involved in a heated exchange with Gambhir as the umpire and KKR players had to step in and interrupt. The altercation made headlines for the entire season.

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Then KKR all-rounder Rajat Bhatia had also opened up on the altercation in 2020. "That is something which happened when two aggressive captains played and they always want to give their best and win for their respective teams. Even if they had any kind of collision in that match, it was just a part of the game,” Bhatia told Asianet Newsable.

“Later, I have never seen them (Gambhir and Kohli) fighting. In the heat of the moment, so many things happen. But, it shouldn’t be happening for the worse. And on that day, it was not,” he further added.

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In a YouTube video with Jatin Sapru, Gambhir also recently opined on the whole&nbsp;incident. Recalling whatever happened&nbsp;nine years back, he said that it was nothing&nbsp;personal.&nbsp;

"That's why there was nothing personal (then) and there never will be personal against Virat. I say it again and again that what he's achieved, I am not surprised. That's the kind of player he was when we saw him early but what he's transformed into, I think from a fitness point of view and the way he's worked on his skills is tremendous", Gambhir said on the YouTube channel.&nbsp;

At present, Kohli remains involved with the RCB in IPL 2022. Meanwhile, former KKR captain Gambhir is now the team mentor of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

IPL has been a huge hit over the years. The cash-rich league has become a big part of the cricketing calendar and every season is keenly awaited among the ardent cricket fans worldwide.

IPL has been a huge hit over the years. The cash-rich league has become a big part of the cricketing calendar and every season is keenly awaited among the ardent cricket fans worldwide. There have been some big names who have led to IPL's resounding success over the years. Along with the huge success, IPL has also seen some controversies unfold on the 22-yard cricket strip. There have been some heated exchanges among players from time to time. During IPL 2013, Virat Kohli -- the then Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper -- had got involved in an ugly altercation with former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Gautam Gambhir when both sides had met at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on April 11. Riding on Gambhir's 46-ball 59, KKR set up a decent 155-run target on board for Kohli & Co. In reply, Chris Gayle's 85 off 50 balls and Kohli's 35 helped the hosts beat KKR by eight wickets with 15 balls to spare. However, Kohli was sledged after his dismissal, by L Balaji, and soon got involved in a heated exchange with Gambhir as the umpire and KKR players had to step in and interrupt. The altercation made headlines for the entire season. ALSO READ | 'Well done old man': MS Dhoni hilariously trolls Dwayne Bravo after his fielding effort during CSK vs DC tie Then KKR all-rounder Rajat Bhatia had also opened up on the altercation in 2020. "That is something which happened when two aggressive captains played and they always want to give their best and win for their respective teams. Even if they had any kind of collision in that match, it was just a part of the game,” Bhatia told Asianet Newsable. “Later, I have never seen them (Gambhir and Kohli) fighting. In the heat of the moment, so many things happen. But, it shouldn’t be happening for the worse. And on that day, it was not,” he further added. ALSO READ | CSK vs DC: MS Dhoni enters 6000-run club as T20 captain, joins Virat Kohli in elite list In a YouTube video with Jatin Sapru, Gambhir also recently opined on the whole incident. Recalling whatever happened nine years back, he said that it was nothing personal. "That's why there was nothing personal (then) and there never will be personal against Virat. I say it again and again that what he's achieved, I am not surprised. That's the kind of player he was when we saw him early but what he's transformed into, I think from a fitness point of view and the way he's worked on his skills is tremendous", Gambhir said on the YouTube channel. At present, Kohli remains involved with the RCB in IPL 2022. Meanwhile, former KKR captain Gambhir is now the team mentor of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).

THROWBACK: When Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir got involved in an ugly altercation in IPL 2013

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) demolished the Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of the IPL 2022 edition, on Sunday evening (May 09). Playing at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai, the MS Dhoni-led four-time winners and defending champions Chennai thrashed Delhi by a whopping 91-run margin to attain two valuable points and remain alive in the playoffs race.

Being asked to bat first, CSK rode on Devon Conway's 87, Ruturaj Gaikwad's 41, Shivam Dube's 32 and Dhoni's 8-ball 21* to post 208-6. In reply, Delhi slipped from 72-2 to 99-8 as they were dismissed for 117 in 17.4 overs. During the 17th over of the run-chase, when CSK were firmly in control and on the brink of a big win, tail-ender Anrich Nortje hit a delivery off Maheesh Theeshana, which went towards the cover, with all-rounder Dwayne Bravo stationed there.

As Bravo made a decent effort to dive and stop the ball, skipper Dhoni -- a very close friend of Bravo -- made a hilarious remark which was caught on the stump mic. Dhoni appreciated Bravo's effort and said, "Well done old man."

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Talking about Bravo's effort in CSK's huge victory over Pant &amp; Co., the all-rounder was 1 not out and returned with 2 for 24. Courtesy of this performance, CSK remain alive in the playoffs race but have very slim chance of going ahead. They have three more games to go and have to win all of them at any cost.

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) demolished the Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of the IPL 2022 edition, on Sunday evening (May 09). Playing at the Dr.

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) demolished the Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) in match 55 of the IPL 2022 edition, on Sunday evening (May 09). Playing at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai, the MS Dhoni-led four-time winners and defending champions Chennai thrashed Delhi by a whopping 91-run margin to attain two valuable points and remain alive in the playoffs race. Being asked to bat first, CSK rode on Devon Conway's 87, Ruturaj Gaikwad's 41, Shivam Dube's 32 and Dhoni's 8-ball 21* to post 208-6. In reply, Delhi slipped from 72-2 to 99-8 as they were dismissed for 117 in 17.4 overs. During the 17th over of the run-chase, when CSK were firmly in control and on the brink of a big win, tail-ender Anrich Nortje hit a delivery off Maheesh Theeshana, which went towards the cover, with all-rounder Dwayne Bravo stationed there. As Bravo made a decent effort to dive and stop the ball, skipper Dhoni -- a very close friend of Bravo -- made a hilarious remark which was caught on the stump mic. Dhoni appreciated Bravo's effort and said, "Well done old man." ALSO READ | Will MS Dhoni play another IPL season? Shoaib Akhtar opens up on CSK skipper's future Talking about Bravo's effort in CSK's huge victory over Pant & Co., the all-rounder was 1 not out and returned with 2 for 24. Courtesy of this performance, CSK remain alive in the playoffs race but have very slim chance of going ahead. They have three more games to go and have to win all of them at any cost.

'Well done old man': MS Dhoni hilariously trolls Dwayne Bravo after his fielding effort during CSK vs DC tie

Match 56 of the IPL 2022 edition will see the two bottom-ranked sides face each other at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai on Monday evening (May 10). Both sides have had a tough ride in the 15th season and, hence, occupy the last two spots in the points table.&nbsp;

Talking about the MI franchise, they became the first team to be out of competition from the playoffs race when Rajasthan Royals (RR) beat Punjab Kings (PBKS), on Saturday (May 07), in match 52 of the 15th season. With nothing to lose and an eye on the future, the Rohit Sharma-led franchise will aim to now play spoilsport to KKR's chances of advancing ahead, who have been a pale shadow of themselves this season.&nbsp;

MI are coming into this fixture on the back of two successive wins, after eight failures on the trot. Beating RR and Gujarat Titans (GT), they will be confident to dent KKR's chances, against whom they enjoy a superior head-to-head record (22-8).&nbsp;

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KKR, on the other hand, are coming into this fixture following a whopping 75-run margin defeat at the hands of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Chasing a competitive 177, KKR folded for 101 as their big guns have continued to disappoint with the bat. The bowling department&nbsp;has fared&nbsp;better for the Kolkata franchise but the onus remains on Umesh Yadav (who missed the last match), Tim Southee and Sunil Narine. They don't have a fixed fifth-bowling option, which has been a cause of concern for the two-time winners.

Match prediction for KKR vs MI clash:&nbsp;While KKR are far behind MI in head-to-head, they beat them in the earlier fixture this season. Pat Cummins, Venky Iyer were the star performers and it will be interesting to see if both the benched players will find a place in the playing XI.&nbsp;

Both sides might still prefer to chase despite Delhi Capitals (DC) folding for 117 in pursuit of 209 set by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) last evening. Will MI make it three wins in a row?

Match 56 of the IPL 2022 edition will see the two bottom-ranked sides face each other at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai on Monday evening (May 10). Both sides have had a tough ride in the 15th season and, hence, occupy the last two spots in the points table.

Match 56 of the IPL 2022 edition will see the two bottom-ranked sides face each other at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai on Monday evening (May 10). Both sides have had a tough ride in the 15th season and, hence, occupy the last two spots in the points table. Talking about the MI franchise, they became the first team to be out of competition from the playoffs race when Rajasthan Royals (RR) beat Punjab Kings (PBKS), on Saturday (May 07), in match 52 of the 15th season. With nothing to lose and an eye on the future, the Rohit Sharma-led franchise will aim to now play spoilsport to KKR's chances of advancing ahead, who have been a pale shadow of themselves this season. MI are coming into this fixture on the back of two successive wins, after eight failures on the trot. Beating RR and Gujarat Titans (GT), they will be confident to dent KKR's chances, against whom they enjoy a superior head-to-head record (22-8). ALSO READ | Will MS Dhoni play another IPL season? Shoaib Akhtar opens up on CSK skipper's future KKR, on the other hand, are coming into this fixture following a whopping 75-run margin defeat at the hands of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Chasing a competitive 177, KKR folded for 101 as their big guns have continued to disappoint with the bat. The bowling department has fared better for the Kolkata franchise but the onus remains on Umesh Yadav (who missed the last match), Tim Southee and Sunil Narine. They don't have a fixed fifth-bowling option, which has been a cause of concern for the two-time winners. Match prediction for KKR vs MI clash: While KKR are far behind MI in head-to-head, they beat them in the earlier fixture this season. Pat Cummins, Venky Iyer were the star performers and it will be interesting to see if both the benched players will find a place in the playing XI. Both sides might still prefer to chase despite Delhi Capitals (DC) folding for 117 in pursuit of 209 set by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) last evening. Will MI make it three wins in a row?

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Danish Kaneria's feud with former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi continues to make the headlines. It all started with Kaneria's claims where he revealed that Afridi never wanted him to be part of the Pakistan cricket team, during his playing days, and didn't favour him on religious grounds.

"Shoaib Akhtar was the first person to talk about my problem in public. Hats off to him for saying it (how I was mistreated in the team because of being a Hindu). However, he was later pressured by several authorities. He then stopped talking about it. But yes, it did happen to me. I was always degraded by Shahid Afridi. We used to play together for the same department, he used to keep me on the bench and didn't let me play the one-day tournament," Kaneria had told IANS during a recent conversation.

To this, Afridi joined in and slammed the tainted Pakistani spinner with some hard-hitting remarks. "And the person saying all this, look at his own character. He is accusing me to get cheap fame and make money. Kaneria was like my younger brother and I played with him in the department for many years," Afridi was quoted as saying by the news.com.pk.

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On Monday morning (May 09), Kaneria fired shots once again at Afridi. Replying to Afridi's comments where he mentioned India as an enemy country, Kaneria schooled the ex all-rounder and wrote, "India is not our enemy. Our enemies are those who instigate people in the name of religion. If you consider India as your enemy, then don't ever go to any Indian media channel."

He soon tweeted saying, "When I raised my voice against forced conversion, I was threatened that my career would be destroyed."

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While the war of words between Pakistani cricketers isn't new in world cricket, Kaneria and Afridi's feud is taking a turn for the worse with each passing day. Given that Kaneria -- who remains Pakistan's leading wicket-taker in Tests among spinners -- runs his own Youtube channel, he might drop some more big statements with regard to the whole controversy.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Afridi is also expected to hit back at his former teammate.

Danish Kaneria's feud with former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi continues to make the headlines. It all started with Kaneria's claims where he revealed that Afridi never wanted him to be part of the Pakistan cricket team, during his playing days, and didn't favour him on religious grounds.

Danish Kaneria's feud with former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Afridi continues to make the headlines. It all started with Kaneria's claims where he revealed that Afridi never wanted him to be part of the Pakistan cricket team, during his playing days, and didn't favour him on religious grounds. "Shoaib Akhtar was the first person to talk about my problem in public. Hats off to him for saying it (how I was mistreated in the team because of being a Hindu). However, he was later pressured by several authorities. He then stopped talking about it. But yes, it did happen to me. I was always degraded by Shahid Afridi. We used to play together for the same department, he used to keep me on the bench and didn't let me play the one-day tournament," Kaneria had told IANS during a recent conversation. To this, Afridi joined in and slammed the tainted Pakistani spinner with some hard-hitting remarks. "And the person saying all this, look at his own character. He is accusing me to get cheap fame and make money. Kaneria was like my younger brother and I played with him in the department for many years," Afridi was quoted as saying by the news.com.pk. ALSO READ | Shahid Afridi was a liar, a characterless person who conspired against me for being a Hindu: Danish Kaneria On Monday morning (May 09), Kaneria fired shots once again at Afridi. Replying to Afridi's comments where he mentioned India as an enemy country, Kaneria schooled the ex all-rounder and wrote, "India is not our enemy. Our enemies are those who instigate people in the name of religion. If you consider India as your enemy, then don't ever go to any Indian media channel." He soon tweeted saying, "When I raised my voice against forced conversion, I was threatened that my career would be destroyed." When I raised my voice against forced conversion, I was threatened that my career would be destroyed. — Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61) May 9, 2022 × ALSO READ | He's giving interviews to our enemy country which can incite religious sentiments: Afridi on Kaneria's claims While the war of words between Pakistani cricketers isn't new in world cricket, Kaneria and Afridi's feud is taking a turn for the worse with each passing day. Given that Kaneria -- who remains Pakistan's leading wicket-taker in Tests among spinners -- runs his own Youtube channel, he might drop some more big statements with regard to the whole controversy. Meanwhile, Afridi is also expected to hit back at his former teammate.

'India not our enemy country' - Danish Kaneria slams Shahid Afridi, makes explosive remark on Twitter

Carlos Alcaraz beat defending champion Alexander Zverev 6-3 6-1 to win his maiden Madrid Open title on Sunday. This was the first win for the 19-year-old Spaniard over Alexander Zverev in three attempts, and he has now won 10 consecutive matches.

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With this win, Alcaraz registered his second Masters 1000 victory of the year after Miami and his fourth title of the year overall. The Olympic gold medallist Zverev looked a pale shadow of his self against a player who had beaten 21-time grand slam champion Rafael Nadal in the quarter-final and defeated World No.1 Novak Djokovic in a hard-fought semi-final. With this win, Alcaraz will climb to the number six spot in the ATP men`s singles ranking on Monday.&nbsp;

Carlos Alcaraz beat defending champion Alexander Zverev 6-3 6-1 to win his maiden Madrid Open title on Sunday. This was the first win for the 19-year-old Spaniard over Alexander Zverev in three attempts, and he has now won 10 consecutive matches.

Carlos Alcaraz beat defending champion Alexander Zverev 6-3 6-1 to win his maiden Madrid Open title on Sunday. This was the first win for the 19-year-old Spaniard over Alexander Zverev in three attempts, and he has now won 10 consecutive matches. ALSO READ | Novak Djokovic hails Carlos Alcaraz after Madrid Open defeat, says he deserved to win With this win, Alcaraz registered his second Masters 1000 victory of the year after Miami and his fourth title of the year overall. The Olympic gold medallist Zverev looked a pale shadow of his self against a player who had beaten 21-time grand slam champion Rafael Nadal in the quarter-final and defeated World No.1 Novak Djokovic in a hard-fought semi-final. With this win, Alcaraz will climb to the number six spot in the ATP men`s singles ranking on Monday.

Madrid Open: Teen sensation Carlos Alcaraz beats defending champion Alexander Zverev to clinch title

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