Delhi Capitals (DC) surprised one and all when they retained Rishabh Pant as the captain for the remainder of IPL 2021, ahead of the UAE leg's commencement. While the franchise might have done it to maintain continuity and also as they were on top of the points table under Pant's captaincy in the first leg, many thought Shreyas Iyer would reclaim the captaincy spot after being fully fit and available for the final leg, which is underway in UAE at present.

However, Iyer has no qualms of the fact of not leading DC franchise and finally reacted on playing under Pant after DC's 8-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in match 33 of IPL 14, on Wednesday (September 22).

“When I got the captaincy, I was in a different frame of mind. My decision-making and temperament level was really good. It really helped in the last two years. But obviously, this is part of the decision-making from the franchise. I respect the decision they have made to continue with him (Pant) as captain,” said the right-handed batsman in the press conference after the match.

Iyer added, "As for Rishabh Pant, he is leading really well from the start of the season. That’s why the decision-makers took the call to let him continue till the end of the season. I completely respect it. There is no drastic change as such and it isn’t like I am focusing even more than before on my batting. As captain, I like to soak in the pressure. With pressure comes challenges, and my mindset is such that I perform well in pressure situations."

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Talking about DC's first game in the UAE leg, Pant-starrer restricted SRH for a moderate 134-9, riding on Anrich Nortje's 2 for 12&nbsp;and Kagiso Rabada's 3-fer. In reply, Shikhar Dhawan's 41 and Iyer-Pant's unbeaten 67-run third-wicket stand took DC past the finish line, in 17.5 overs with the loss of only two wickets. Iyer remained unbeaten on 47 whereas Pant slammed an unbeaten 35, off 21 balls.

With this win, DC top the points table with 7 wins from 9 encounters.

Delhi Capitals (DC) surprised one and all when they retained Rishabh Pant as the captain for the remainder of IPL 2021, ahead of the UAE leg's commencement. While the franchise might have done it to maintain continuity and also as they were on top of the points table under Pant's captaincy in the first leg, many thought Shreyas Iyer would reclaim the captaincy spot after being fully fit and available for the final leg, which is underway in UAE at present.

Delhi Capitals (DC) surprised one and all when they retained Rishabh Pant as the captain for the remainder of IPL 2021, ahead of the UAE leg's commencement. While the franchise might have done it to maintain continuity and also as they were on top of the points table under Pant's captaincy in the first leg, many thought Shreyas Iyer would reclaim the captaincy spot after being fully fit and available for the final leg, which is underway in UAE at present. However, Iyer has no qualms of the fact of not leading DC franchise and finally reacted on playing under Pant after DC's 8-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in match 33 of IPL 14, on Wednesday (September 22). “When I got the captaincy, I was in a different frame of mind. My decision-making and temperament level was really good. It really helped in the last two years. But obviously, this is part of the decision-making from the franchise. I respect the decision they have made to continue with him (Pant) as captain,” said the right-handed batsman in the press conference after the match. Iyer added, "As for Rishabh Pant, he is leading really well from the start of the season. That’s why the decision-makers took the call to let him continue till the end of the season. I completely respect it. There is no drastic change as such and it isn’t like I am focusing even more than before on my batting. As captain, I like to soak in the pressure. With pressure comes challenges, and my mindset is such that I perform well in pressure situations." ALSO READ | 'MS Dhoni didn't allow R Ashwin...' - Virender Sehwag on DC spinner's knack of experimenting with the ball after SRH tie Talking about DC's first game in the UAE leg, Pant-starrer restricted SRH for a moderate 134-9, riding on Anrich Nortje's 2 for 12 and Kagiso Rabada's 3-fer. In reply, Shikhar Dhawan's 41 and Iyer-Pant's unbeaten 67-run third-wicket stand took DC past the finish line, in 17.5 overs with the loss of only two wickets. Iyer remained unbeaten on 47 whereas Pant slammed an unbeaten 35, off 21 balls. With this win, DC top the points table with 7 wins from 9 encounters.

IPL 2021: Shreyas Iyer reacts after playing under Rishabh Pant during DC's 8-wicket win over SRH

Ravi Shastri-led India have enjoyed much success across formats, however, the national side hasn't won an ICC title as yet. Nonetheless, it goes without saying that Virat Kohli and Shastri-led Indian team has flourished across formats since mid-2017.

Recently, Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) newly-appointed chairman Ramiz Raja -- who was part of the Imran Khan-led Pakistan's victorious 1992 World Cup team -- claimed that Shastri has taken all the good strategies from Pakistan team&nbsp;of the past to help Team India progress ahead.

Speaking to ARY Sports, Raja said that Team India head coach Shastri was always fond of Pakistan cricket of the past. Hence, he believes Kohli &amp; Co. have&nbsp;imbibed all the good strategies of the yesteryear Pakistan team&nbsp;for resounding success.

"Of late, India have adopted all good strategies of Pakistan team. And this was bound to happen as India's head coach Ravi Shastri was always impressed with Pakistan. Ours was a very hard-working and dedicated lot, we used to take players who were less talented to 100%, and we refused to give up. They have changed their model on similar lines, worked a lot on skill, the level of their first-class cricket has significantly improved, which has connected all the dots for them. We have to work on a lot of things in the next 3-4 years to reach there," Raja stated.

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For the unversed, Shastri has hinted at not extending his contract as Team India's head coach post the 2021 T20 World Cup, to be held in the UAE after IPL 2021's final leg. It will be an icing on the cake if Shastri and Kohli, who is set to step down as India's T20I captain, lead the Men in Blue to the title in the mega event and end India's 8-year-long ICC-title drought.

Ravi Shastri-led India have enjoyed much success across formats, however, the national side hasn't won an ICC title as yet. Nonetheless, it goes without saying that Virat Kohli and Shastri-led Indian team has flourished across formats since mid-2017.

Ravi Shastri-led India have enjoyed much success across formats, however, the national side hasn't won an ICC title as yet. Nonetheless, it goes without saying that Virat Kohli and Shastri-led Indian team has flourished across formats since mid-2017. Recently, Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) newly-appointed chairman Ramiz Raja -- who was part of the Imran Khan-led Pakistan's victorious 1992 World Cup team -- claimed that Shastri has taken all the good strategies from Pakistan team of the past to help Team India progress ahead. Speaking to ARY Sports, Raja said that Team India head coach Shastri was always fond of Pakistan cricket of the past. Hence, he believes Kohli & Co. have imbibed all the good strategies of the yesteryear Pakistan team for resounding success. "Of late, India have adopted all good strategies of Pakistan team. And this was bound to happen as India's head coach Ravi Shastri was always impressed with Pakistan. Ours was a very hard-working and dedicated lot, we used to take players who were less talented to 100%, and we refused to give up. They have changed their model on similar lines, worked a lot on skill, the level of their first-class cricket has significantly improved, which has connected all the dots for them. We have to work on a lot of things in the next 3-4 years to reach there," Raja stated. ALSO READ | PCB chairman Ramiz Raja slams England after they cancel Pakistan tour following New Zealand - Watch For the unversed, Shastri has hinted at not extending his contract as Team India's head coach post the 2021 T20 World Cup, to be held in the UAE after IPL 2021's final leg. It will be an icing on the cake if Shastri and Kohli, who is set to step down as India's T20I captain, lead the Men in Blue to the title in the mega event and end India's 8-year-long ICC-title drought.

Ravi Shastri-led India has adopted all good strategies of Pakistan team from the past: PCB chairman Ramiz Raja

New Zealand cricket team reached Pakistan for an international tour after a long gap of 18 years. The Black Caps had last toured Pakistan in December 2003 and, hence, all eyes were on their series versus hosts Pakistan. However, the NZC pulled out of the limited-overs tour just minutes before the ODI series opener, in Rawalpindi, on security grounds on September 17.&nbsp;

Following the NZC, the England Cricket Board (ECB) also pulled out of their tour of Pakistan, adding to the woes of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Now, former Pakistan speedster and bowling coach Waqar Younis has urged Australian cricket to tour Pakistan, claiming his home country as 'the safest place in the world'.

Speaking to The Age, "I live in Sydney, my family is in Sydney – it’s the safest place in the world and I can guarantee you this place is nothing less than that. Come visit us, we will make sure we will look after you. Our security is one of the best in the world. We’ll make sure nothing of that sort will occur. When a team comes it is a different ball game. They make sure the hospitality; the security is right up there,” Younis, who recently stepped down as Pakistan's bowling coach, said.

“It was very tough with quarantine and we followed the protocols. We made sure cricket shouldn’t suffer. We went to NZ when the vaccines didn’t exist. That was one of the toughest tours I’ve attended – 14 days of quarantine was really painful,” Younis added.

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For the unversed, Australia are scheduled to tour Pakistan in 2022 but there are chances that Cricket Australia (CA) might follow NZC and ECB and withdraw from the tour, citing security concerns.

New Zealand cricket team reached Pakistan for an international tour after a long gap of 18 years. The Black Caps had last toured Pakistan in December 2003 and, hence, all eyes were on their series versus hosts Pakistan.

New Zealand cricket team reached Pakistan for an international tour after a long gap of 18 years. The Black Caps had last toured Pakistan in December 2003 and, hence, all eyes were on their series versus hosts Pakistan. However, the NZC pulled out of the limited-overs tour just minutes before the ODI series opener, in Rawalpindi, on security grounds on September 17. Following the NZC, the England Cricket Board (ECB) also pulled out of their tour of Pakistan, adding to the woes of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Now, former Pakistan speedster and bowling coach Waqar Younis has urged Australian cricket to tour Pakistan, claiming his home country as 'the safest place in the world'. Speaking to The Age, "I live in Sydney, my family is in Sydney – it’s the safest place in the world and I can guarantee you this place is nothing less than that. Come visit us, we will make sure we will look after you. Our security is one of the best in the world. We’ll make sure nothing of that sort will occur. When a team comes it is a different ball game. They make sure the hospitality; the security is right up there,” Younis, who recently stepped down as Pakistan's bowling coach, said. “It was very tough with quarantine and we followed the protocols. We made sure cricket shouldn’t suffer. We went to NZ when the vaccines didn’t exist. That was one of the toughest tours I’ve attended – 14 days of quarantine was really painful,” Younis added. ALSO READ | Pakistan security personnel deployed for New Zealand consumed biryani worth Rs 2.8 million: Reports For the unversed, Australia are scheduled to tour Pakistan in 2022 but there are chances that Cricket Australia (CA) might follow NZC and ECB and withdraw from the tour, citing security concerns.

Pakistan one of the safest places, claims Waqar Younis as former pacer urges Australia to tour his home country

Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) had a perfect start to the second and final leg of IPL 2021, with a comprehensive 8-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Wednesday evening (September 22).

While the likes of Pant, Anrich Nortje, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer performed well, R Ashwin returned wicketless in 2.5 overs, conceding only 22 runs. Given that Ashwin has returned to India's T20I setup after a long break, for the upcoming T20 World Cup, all eyes were on him to make a mark. However, the veteran off-spinner didn't give away a lot of runs but returned without any breakthrough, which didn't impress former Indian opener-turned-commentator Virender Sehwag.

Sehwag said on Cricbuzz Live, "Ravichandran Ashwin has a mindset that if he bowls off-spin, anyone will hit him for a four or a six. Because of this fear, he resorts to experimentation. When MS Dhoni used to be behind the wickets, he never allowed Ashwin to experiment. Sometimes you need to make a bowler realize that no doubt a batsman may hit you for a six but it also gives you a chance to get him out."

"The way he was bowling, it gives him the least chance to dismiss a batsman. If he resorts to off-spin, then LBW, bowled comes into the equation. Yes, he was economical but as a senior bowler, he should give breakthroughs in the middle overs," Sehwag further explained.

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Thus, Sehwag feels Ashwin is not fully confident in bowling off-spin due to the fear of being hit. It will be interesting to see how the 34-year-old goes ahead with the ball in hand in the upcoming encounters for the table-toppers DC franchise.&nbsp;

DC will next lock horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Abu Dhabi on Saturday (September 25).

Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) had a perfect start to the second and final leg of IPL 2021, with a comprehensive 8-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Wednesday evening (September 22).

Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) had a perfect start to the second and final leg of IPL 2021, with a comprehensive 8-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Wednesday evening (September 22). While the likes of Pant, Anrich Nortje, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer performed well, R Ashwin returned wicketless in 2.5 overs, conceding only 22 runs. Given that Ashwin has returned to India's T20I setup after a long break, for the upcoming T20 World Cup, all eyes were on him to make a mark. However, the veteran off-spinner didn't give away a lot of runs but returned without any breakthrough, which didn't impress former Indian opener-turned-commentator Virender Sehwag. Sehwag said on Cricbuzz Live, "Ravichandran Ashwin has a mindset that if he bowls off-spin, anyone will hit him for a four or a six. Because of this fear, he resorts to experimentation. When MS Dhoni used to be behind the wickets, he never allowed Ashwin to experiment. Sometimes you need to make a bowler realize that no doubt a batsman may hit you for a six but it also gives you a chance to get him out." "The way he was bowling, it gives him the least chance to dismiss a batsman. If he resorts to off-spin, then LBW, bowled comes into the equation. Yes, he was economical but as a senior bowler, he should give breakthroughs in the middle overs," Sehwag further explained. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Rishabh Pant 'happy' to start second phase with a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad Thus, Sehwag feels Ashwin is not fully confident in bowling off-spin due to the fear of being hit. It will be interesting to see how the 34-year-old goes ahead with the ball in hand in the upcoming encounters for the table-toppers DC franchise. DC will next lock horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Abu Dhabi on Saturday (September 25).

'MS Dhoni didn't allow R Ashwin...' - Virender Sehwag on DC spinner's knack of experimenting with the ball after SRH tie

Defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will face two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi on Thursday evening (September 23). This will be match number 34 in the IPL 2021 edition where both sides will look to pick up two vital points as the tournament is progressing towards its business end.

Talking about the MI franchise, they started the second and final leg with a 20-run loss at the hands of MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on September 19. They will hope to see the return of regular captain Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya in the playing XI as MI often look vulnerable when their core players miss out. On the other hand, KKR started the UAE leg with a bang, beating Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 8 wickets and 10 overs to spare.

After a disappointing first leg, KKR need to get on a winning streak to enter the top four. For that, they will have to beat a daunting MI line-up, who have often dominated the Kolkata franchise.

Ahead of match 34, here's everything you need to know about the pitch report, weather and probable playing XI:&nbsp;

Weather and pitch report:&nbsp;While the average first-inning score at Abu Dhabi remained 155 for other teams, MI found a formula to go beyond it and score 187 on an average during IPL 2020. They have enjoyed playing here, with some help to their pacers initially while their batters have also hit the ground running at the venue. If they rediscover their form, KKR will have plenty to ponder upon. On the weather front, there are no chances of rain interrupting the face-off on Thursday evening.

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Predicted Playing XIs for MI vs KKR

KKR Probable XI: Venkatesh Iyer, Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Nitish Rana, Eoin Morgan (c), Dinesh Karthik (wk), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Lockie Ferguson, Varun Chakravarthy, Prasidh Krishna

MI Probable XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Saurabh Tiwary, Kieron Pollard, Krunal Pandya, Adam Milne, Rahul Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult 
&nbsp;

Defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will face two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi on Thursday evening (September 23).

Defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will face two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi on Thursday evening (September 23). This will be match number 34 in the IPL 2021 edition where both sides will look to pick up two vital points as the tournament is progressing towards its business end. Talking about the MI franchise, they started the second and final leg with a 20-run loss at the hands of MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on September 19. They will hope to see the return of regular captain Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya in the playing XI as MI often look vulnerable when their core players miss out. On the other hand, KKR started the UAE leg with a bang, beating Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 8 wickets and 10 overs to spare. After a disappointing first leg, KKR need to get on a winning streak to enter the top four. For that, they will have to beat a daunting MI line-up, who have often dominated the Kolkata franchise. Ahead of match 34, here's everything you need to know about the pitch report, weather and probable playing XI: Weather and pitch report: While the average first-inning score at Abu Dhabi remained 155 for other teams, MI found a formula to go beyond it and score 187 on an average during IPL 2020. They have enjoyed playing here, with some help to their pacers initially while their batters have also hit the ground running at the venue. If they rediscover their form, KKR will have plenty to ponder upon. On the weather front, there are no chances of rain interrupting the face-off on Thursday evening. ALSO READ | IPL 2021, MI vs KKR, Live Streaming: When and where to watch Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders? Predicted Playing XIs for MI vs KKR KKR Probable XI: Venkatesh Iyer, Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Nitish Rana, Eoin Morgan (c), Dinesh Karthik (wk), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Lockie Ferguson, Varun Chakravarthy, Prasidh Krishna MI Probable XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Saurabh Tiwary, Kieron Pollard, Krunal Pandya, Adam Milne, Rahul Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult

IPL 2021, MI vs KKR: Pitch, weather report and probable playing XIs for Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders match

Match 34 of the IPL 2021 edition will see the defending champions Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). After a defeat in the first game of the second and final leg, the five-time champions MI will be eager to get back to winning ways and will be upbeat going into the contest as they face their favourite opposition in KKR.

For the unversed, Eoin Morgan-led KKR have won only a solitary&nbsp;match game versus MI in the last 6 years. On the other hand, MI franchise have won 11 in the same time frame. However, things won't be that easy for MI as KKR looked at their very best in their previous encounter, versus Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) where they won by 8 wickets with 10 overs to spare.

In the points table, MI are in the top four with 4 wins and equal number of defeats. However, KKR are desperate to enter the top-four, and currently occupy the sixth position, with 3 wins from 8 games.

Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match:&nbsp;

Where is the IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders taking place?

The IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will take place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

What time does the IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders begin?

The IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders begins at 7:30 PM IST on Thursday.

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Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders?

The IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

Match 34 of the IPL 2021 edition will see the defending champions Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). After a defeat in the first game of the second and final leg, the five-time champions MI will be eager to get back to winning ways and will be upbeat going into the contest as they face their favourite opposition in KKR.

Match 34 of the IPL 2021 edition will see the defending champions Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians (MI) take on the two-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). After a defeat in the first game of the second and final leg, the five-time champions MI will be eager to get back to winning ways and will be upbeat going into the contest as they face their favourite opposition in KKR. For the unversed, Eoin Morgan-led KKR have won only a solitary match game versus MI in the last 6 years. On the other hand, MI franchise have won 11 in the same time frame. However, things won't be that easy for MI as KKR looked at their very best in their previous encounter, versus Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) where they won by 8 wickets with 10 overs to spare. In the points table, MI are in the top four with 4 wins and equal number of defeats. However, KKR are desperate to enter the top-four, and currently occupy the sixth position, with 3 wins from 8 games. Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders taking place? The IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will take place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. What time does the IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders begin? The IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders begins at 7:30 PM IST on Thursday. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: It's important that we turn up and do the job, says MI skipper Rohit Sharma ahead of KKR tie Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders? The IPL 2021 match between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

IPL 2021, MI vs KKR, Live Streaming: When and where to watch Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders?

Match 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 edition will see the hot favourites and second-positioned Delhi Capitals (DC) take on the bottom-lying Kane Williamson-led Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Wednesday evening (September 22).

The match will give the Rishabh Pant-led DC franchise another chance to reclaim the top spot after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) became the top-ranked side following their win over Mumbai Indians (MI) on September 19 (Sunday). For the SRH camp, they need to start afresh after a horrible run in the first leg of the season which saw them win only one game from seven encounters.&nbsp;

DC have been bolstered by the return of their regular captain Shreyas Iyer. Though Iyer won't be captaining the side with Pant named skipper for the remainder of the season after a dream start, the presence of Iyer, R Ashwin, Shikhar Dhawan, Axar Patel, Marcus Stoinis, Kagiso Rabada, etc. make DC the firm favourites before the SRH tie. Will the Orange Army revamp and surprise other teams in the second and final leg?

Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match:&nbsp;

Where is the IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad taking place?

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What time does the IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad begin?

The IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad begins at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday.

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Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad?

The IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

Match 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 edition will see the hot favourites and second-positioned Delhi Capitals (DC) take on the bottom-lying Kane Williamson-led Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Wednesday evening (September 22).

Match 33 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 edition will see the hot favourites and second-positioned Delhi Capitals (DC) take on the bottom-lying Kane Williamson-led Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Wednesday evening (September 22). The match will give the Rishabh Pant-led DC franchise another chance to reclaim the top spot after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) became the top-ranked side following their win over Mumbai Indians (MI) on September 19 (Sunday). For the SRH camp, they need to start afresh after a horrible run in the first leg of the season which saw them win only one game from seven encounters. DC have been bolstered by the return of their regular captain Shreyas Iyer. Though Iyer won't be captaining the side with Pant named skipper for the remainder of the season after a dream start, the presence of Iyer, R Ashwin, Shikhar Dhawan, Axar Patel, Marcus Stoinis, Kagiso Rabada, etc. make DC the firm favourites before the SRH tie. Will the Orange Army revamp and surprise other teams in the second and final leg? Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad taking place? The IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. What time does the IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad begin? The IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad begins at 7:30 PM IST on Wednesday. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: DC skipper Rishabh Pant shares his biggest learning from India legend and CSK captain MS Dhoni Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad? The IPL 2021 match between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

IPL 2021, DC vs SRH, Live Streaming: When and where to watch Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad?

Punjab Kings coach Anil Kumble was left distraught following the two-run loss to Rajasthan Royals despite the fact that they had to score just eight runs in the final two overs to snatch a win in the crucial Indian Premier League match here on Tuesday. 
 
Young RR pacer Kartik Tyagi`s last-over heroics guided the side to a nail-biting victory. Punjab needed four runs in the last over but Tyagi conceded just one run and took two wickets to guide his side home. The game was in Punjab`s hands and there was no way Rajasthan could have stolen it. But they did the unthinkable. Not to forget the brilliant fielding by Chetan Sakariya at short third man in the 19th over when he saved three crucial runs at death for his team. 
 
Kumble knows that qualifying for the playoffs would be a really tough task as a sixth defeat in nine games now means his side, which is currently placed seventh with six points, has to win all its games to make the grade. 
 
"It`s sort of become a pattern for us especially when we get to Dubai, it seems. The approach was clear, we needed to finish it in 19 overs. That was the approach, to not let it go till the end. But unfortunately, when you leave it to the last couple of balls, it becomes a lottery. Credit to [Kartik] Tyagi for the way he bowled," Kumble said after the match. 
 
Kumble was unhappy that the batsmen were unable to figure out Tyagi`s line in the final over. 
 
"It was pretty clear he was going to bowl wide outside off, and somehow our batters didn`t take the right options. We need to discuss this and sort it out. We have five more games to go, we don`t want to get bogged down by this defeat but it`s certainly a bitter pill to swallow." 
 
Kumble categorically said that it was a case of batsmen failing rather than bowlers not delivering. Punjab Kings bowler Arshdeep Singh picked up his maiden T20 five-for, while pace stalwart Mohammed Shami grabbed three as Rajasthan Royals were restricted to below 200 runs on a batsmen-friendly wicket. 
 
"I think it was a very good wicket, and we really came back in the last four overs where we gave away just 20 runs and picked up six wickets or so. Arshdeep bowled brilliantly, as did Shami. [Harpreet] Brar bowled really well on a tough pitch. On a ground where one side of the boundary is short, at one stage Royals looked good to score 200-210. So to really squeeze them in the last four, I thought the bowling effort was really good. 
 
"With the bat also, we showed it till the 17th over. We were cruising but we were pulled back in the 18th and 19th overs after [Aiden] Markram`s six. As batters, they know what their scoring shots are. All it needed was a bit of hitting. Even if someone got out first ball, the next batter had five balls to get the runs. When it goes to the last couple of balls, it becomes hard. The messaging was clear. We had to finish it in 19 overs, unfortunately that didn`t happen today." 
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Punjab Kings coach Anil Kumble was left distraught following the two-run loss to Rajasthan Royals despite the fact that they had to score just eight runs in the final two overs to snatch a win in the crucial Indian Premier League match here on Tuesday.

Punjab Kings coach Anil Kumble was left distraught following the two-run loss to Rajasthan Royals despite the fact that they had to score just eight runs in the final two overs to snatch a win in the crucial Indian Premier League match here on Tuesday. Young RR pacer Kartik Tyagi`s last-over heroics guided the side to a nail-biting victory. Punjab needed four runs in the last over but Tyagi conceded just one run and took two wickets to guide his side home. The game was in Punjab`s hands and there was no way Rajasthan could have stolen it. But they did the unthinkable. Not to forget the brilliant fielding by Chetan Sakariya at short third man in the 19th over when he saved three crucial runs at death for his team. Kumble knows that qualifying for the playoffs would be a really tough task as a sixth defeat in nine games now means his side, which is currently placed seventh with six points, has to win all its games to make the grade. "It`s sort of become a pattern for us especially when we get to Dubai, it seems. The approach was clear, we needed to finish it in 19 overs. That was the approach, to not let it go till the end. But unfortunately, when you leave it to the last couple of balls, it becomes a lottery. Credit to [Kartik] Tyagi for the way he bowled," Kumble said after the match. Kumble was unhappy that the batsmen were unable to figure out Tyagi`s line in the final over. "It was pretty clear he was going to bowl wide outside off, and somehow our batters didn`t take the right options. We need to discuss this and sort it out. We have five more games to go, we don`t want to get bogged down by this defeat but it`s certainly a bitter pill to swallow." Kumble categorically said that it was a case of batsmen failing rather than bowlers not delivering. Punjab Kings bowler Arshdeep Singh picked up his maiden T20 five-for, while pace stalwart Mohammed Shami grabbed three as Rajasthan Royals were restricted to below 200 runs on a batsmen-friendly wicket. "I think it was a very good wicket, and we really came back in the last four overs where we gave away just 20 runs and picked up six wickets or so. Arshdeep bowled brilliantly, as did Shami. [Harpreet] Brar bowled really well on a tough pitch. On a ground where one side of the boundary is short, at one stage Royals looked good to score 200-210. So to really squeeze them in the last four, I thought the bowling effort was really good. "With the bat also, we showed it till the 17th over. We were cruising but we were pulled back in the 18th and 19th overs after [Aiden] Markram`s six. As batters, they know what their scoring shots are. All it needed was a bit of hitting. Even if someone got out first ball, the next batter had five balls to get the runs. When it goes to the last couple of balls, it becomes hard. The messaging was clear. We had to finish it in 19 overs, unfortunately that didn`t happen today."

IPL 2021: Angry Anil Kumble blames batsmen for PBKS' two-run loss against RR

Afghanistan has been under severe stress in the past few months, ever since the Taliban outfit took over from the government. However, the Taliban group had made it clear that they will allow the senior men's cricket team to function without any interference from their end. Thus, the Afghanistan's men's cricket team is set to take part in the forthcoming T20 World Cup, which will commence from October 17 in the UAE. However,&nbsp;things could still go downhill for the Asian side if they play under the Taliban flag.&nbsp;

In case, Afghanistan goes ahead and decides to take part under the Taliban flag, the repercussions could be huge for them as the International Cricket Council (ICC) can ban the team from participating in the marquee event and suspend them as well.

After the removal of executive director Hamid Shinwari by Taliban rulers, the talks doing the rounds are that the men’s cricket team might play under the Taliban flag in the seventh edition of the T20 WC. For the unversed, all 16 participating countries are required to submit the flags under which they will be playing in the coming few days. Hence, all eyes are on Afghanistan. The ICC might set up a meeting soon if the Rashid Khan-starrer&nbsp;participate under the Taliban flag; where a board meeting could then vote to suspend the team.

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At present, some of the Afghanistan players are busy involved in the second and final leg of the IPL 2021 edition, being held in the UAE which will be followed by the T20 WC. Thus, it remains to be seen what action will the ICC take if Afghanistan turn up under the Taliban flag for the showpiece event.

Afghanistan has been under severe stress in the past few months, ever since the Taliban outfit took over from the government. However, the Taliban group had made it clear that they will allow the senior men's cricket team to function without any interference from their end.

Afghanistan has been under severe stress in the past few months, ever since the Taliban outfit took over from the government. However, the Taliban group had made it clear that they will allow the senior men's cricket team to function without any interference from their end. Thus, the Afghanistan's men's cricket team is set to take part in the forthcoming T20 World Cup, which will commence from October 17 in the UAE. However, things could still go downhill for the Asian side if they play under the Taliban flag. In case, Afghanistan goes ahead and decides to take part under the Taliban flag, the repercussions could be huge for them as the International Cricket Council (ICC) can ban the team from participating in the marquee event and suspend them as well. After the removal of executive director Hamid Shinwari by Taliban rulers, the talks doing the rounds are that the men’s cricket team might play under the Taliban flag in the seventh edition of the T20 WC. For the unversed, all 16 participating countries are required to submit the flags under which they will be playing in the coming few days. Hence, all eyes are on Afghanistan. The ICC might set up a meeting soon if the Rashid Khan-starrer participate under the Taliban flag; where a board meeting could then vote to suspend the team. ALSO READ | Shahid Afridi makes glaring remark, says Taliban outfit have entered Afghanistan with 'positive mindset' At present, some of the Afghanistan players are busy involved in the second and final leg of the IPL 2021 edition, being held in the UAE which will be followed by the T20 WC. Thus, it remains to be seen what action will the ICC take if Afghanistan turn up under the Taliban flag for the showpiece event.

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan faces potential ICC ban if they play mega event under Taliban flag: Reports

Team India chief coach Ravi Shastri had suggested to Virat Kohli to quit the white ball captaincy altogether,&nbsp;which includes ODIs, and to focus on his batting while continuing to lead the nation in Test cricket, reports said. 
 
According to India Ahead, the suggestion wasn't meant to belittle Kohli but to inspire him to continue as a top batsman in world cricket. But Kohli only opted to relinquish from T20 leadership and ignored Shastri`s advice of also leaving the ODI captaincy. 
 
"The talk about Kohli`s captaincy started after India won the Australian series without their regular captain. It also indicates that Kohli may have to let go the ODI captaincy at some point before the 2023 if things don`t go as planned." 
 
A BCCI official was quoted as saying that, "Shastri had spoken to Kohli around six months ago. But Kohli didn`t listen to Shastri. He is still keen to lead India in ODIs and that is why he only decided to let go the T20 captaincy. Even the board was discussing it as to how Kohli could be utilised more as a batsman. That is because he has a lot left as a player even now." 
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Team India chief coach Ravi Shastri had suggested to Virat Kohli to quit the white ball captaincy altogether, which includes ODIs, and to focus on his batting while continuing to lead the nation in Test cricket, reports said.

Team India chief coach Ravi Shastri had suggested to Virat Kohli to quit the white ball captaincy altogether, which includes ODIs, and to focus on his batting while continuing to lead the nation in Test cricket, reports said. According to India Ahead, the suggestion wasn't meant to belittle Kohli but to inspire him to continue as a top batsman in world cricket. But Kohli only opted to relinquish from T20 leadership and ignored Shastri`s advice of also leaving the ODI captaincy. "The talk about Kohli`s captaincy started after India won the Australian series without their regular captain. It also indicates that Kohli may have to let go the ODI captaincy at some point before the 2023 if things don`t go as planned." A BCCI official was quoted as saying that, "Shastri had spoken to Kohli around six months ago. But Kohli didn`t listen to Shastri. He is still keen to lead India in ODIs and that is why he only decided to let go the T20 captaincy. Even the board was discussing it as to how Kohli could be utilised more as a batsman. That is because he has a lot left as a player even now."

Ravi Shastri had suggested to Virat Kohli to give up all white-ball captaincy: Reports

The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged former West Indies player Marlon Samuels with breaching four counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants of the T10 League (the `Code`). ICC on Wednesday informed that Samuels has been charged with the following offences under the Code: A breach of Article 2.4.2 -- Failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official, the receipt of any gift, payment, hospitality or other benefit that was made or given in circumstances that could bring the Participant or the sport of cricket into disrepute.

A breach of Article 2.4.3 -- Failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official receipt of hospitality with a value of US $750 or more. Breaches of Article 2.4.6 -- Failing to cooperate with the Designated Anti-Corruption Official`s investigation. Breaches of Article 2.4.7 -- Obstructing or delaying the Designated Anti-Corruption Official`s investigation by concealing information that may have been relevant to the investigation."Mr Samuels has 14 days from 21 September to respond to the charges. The ICC will not make any further comment in respect of these charges at this stage," ICC in an official statement said.&nbsp;

The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged former West Indies player Marlon Samuels with breaching four counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants of the T10 League (the `Code`).

The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged former West Indies player Marlon Samuels with breaching four counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants of the T10 League (the `Code`). ICC on Wednesday informed that Samuels has been charged with the following offences under the Code: A breach of Article 2.4.2 -- Failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official, the receipt of any gift, payment, hospitality or other benefit that was made or given in circumstances that could bring the Participant or the sport of cricket into disrepute. A breach of Article 2.4.3 -- Failing to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official receipt of hospitality with a value of US $750 or more. Breaches of Article 2.4.6 -- Failing to cooperate with the Designated Anti-Corruption Official`s investigation. Breaches of Article 2.4.7 -- Obstructing or delaying the Designated Anti-Corruption Official`s investigation by concealing information that may have been relevant to the investigation."Mr Samuels has 14 days from 21 September to respond to the charges. The ICC will not make any further comment in respect of these charges at this stage," ICC in an official statement said.

Marlon Samuels charged under ICC Anti-Corruption Code

New Zealand cricket team have returned back home after cancelling their historic tour of Pakistan, just minutes ahead of the tour-opener at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi on Friday (September 17). The Tom Latham-led side cancelled the tour on security grounds, ahead of the series opener of the three ODIs,&nbsp;and have now returned home.

The Black Caps' official Twitter handle shared the video of the team's return and captioned the post, "The 24 strong BLACKCAPS touring squad have arrived home into Auckland from Dubai and will shortly begin the mandatory 14 days in MIQ."

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For the unversed, New Zealand were set to play three ODIs and five T20Is in Pakistan, as part of the preparation process for the upcoming T20 World Cup. This was going to be New Zealand's first-ever visit to the Asian country after December 2003. Since then, the Black Caps haven't toured the Men in Green despite the latter hosting a plethora of international teams in the recent past.&nbsp;

Recently, NZ's stand-in captain Tom Latham lavished praise on the Pakistan security and authorities till the time the Kiwis were in the subcontinent.&nbsp;

“It’s naturally very disappointing for them [Pakistan and their fans]. It was something they were very proud of. I remember doing the captain’s round with Babar [Azam] the day before and just seeing how happy he was to have international cricket and have us there. He was very excited and it was a historic moment for New Zealand Cricket to be back there 18 years since they were last there.”

“To be part of that was going to be something special, but obviously things changed. NZC acted swiftly along with the people on the ground in Pakistan. While we were there after the decision, the Pakistan authorities were brilliant. They kept us safe at the hotel and we certainly need to thank them,” Tom Latham told NZ's in-house media channel according to ESPNcricinfo.

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However, NZ's withdrawal has left Pakistan cricket in shambles. They were getting regular in hosting international games on home soil, after the 2009 Lahore terror attack, but the recent pullout from the Black Caps have put them in a spot of bother.

New Zealand cricket team have returned back home after cancelling their historic tour of Pakistan, just minutes ahead of the tour-opener at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi on Friday (September 17).

New Zealand cricket team have returned back home after cancelling their historic tour of Pakistan, just minutes ahead of the tour-opener at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi on Friday (September 17). The Tom Latham-led side cancelled the tour on security grounds, ahead of the series opener of the three ODIs, and have now returned home. The Black Caps' official Twitter handle shared the video of the team's return and captioned the post, "The 24 strong BLACKCAPS touring squad have arrived home into Auckland from Dubai and will shortly begin the mandatory 14 days in MIQ." The 24 strong BLACKCAPS touring squad have arrived home into Auckland from Dubai and will shortly begin the mandatory 14 days in MIQ. pic.twitter.com/VVa86O698g — BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) September 22, 2021 × For the unversed, New Zealand were set to play three ODIs and five T20Is in Pakistan, as part of the preparation process for the upcoming T20 World Cup. This was going to be New Zealand's first-ever visit to the Asian country after December 2003. Since then, the Black Caps haven't toured the Men in Green despite the latter hosting a plethora of international teams in the recent past. Recently, NZ's stand-in captain Tom Latham lavished praise on the Pakistan security and authorities till the time the Kiwis were in the subcontinent. “It’s naturally very disappointing for them [Pakistan and their fans]. It was something they were very proud of. I remember doing the captain’s round with Babar [Azam] the day before and just seeing how happy he was to have international cricket and have us there. He was very excited and it was a historic moment for New Zealand Cricket to be back there 18 years since they were last there.” “To be part of that was going to be something special, but obviously things changed. NZC acted swiftly along with the people on the ground in Pakistan. While we were there after the decision, the Pakistan authorities were brilliant. They kept us safe at the hotel and we certainly need to thank them,” Tom Latham told NZ's in-house media channel according to ESPNcricinfo. ALSO READ | 'Threat came from India': Pakistan's information minister blames India after New Zealand abandoned cricket tour However, NZ's withdrawal has left Pakistan cricket in shambles. They were getting regular in hosting international games on home soil, after the 2009 Lahore terror attack, but the recent pullout from the Black Caps have put them in a spot of bother.

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