<p>Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai beat Ashwin-led Punjab by six wickets on Friday at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. With two points, Mumbai have moved up to the sixth position with six points following a better Net Run Rate than Bangalore, Delhi and Rajasthan.</p>

<p>In today's game, opener Surya Kumar Yadav played a magnificent 57 run to give a required start for Mumbai in order to chase down 145 run target&nbspbut another opener, Evin Lewis scored only ten runs and departed early. Earlier, Evin Lewis had suffered a wrist injury but was fit to play in the clash against Punjab.</p>

<p>Surya Kumar found a determined ally in new batsman Ishan Kishan who scored 25 crucial runs for the team. Both the batsmen had picked up the pace before&nbspSurya Kumar was caught behind on the ball of Marcus Stoinis.</p>

<p>Though Hardik Pandya scored 23 runs off 13 balls but the innings is not enough to prove to his caliber, a lot more is expected of him in a format like IPL.</p>

<p>Skipper Rohit Sharma scored 24 runs for the team but the winning runs came from the all-rounder Krunal Pandya's bat.</p>

<p>His unbeaten 46-run knock helped Mumbai in clinching the much-needed victory from Punjab.</p>

<p>Earlier, Punjab had set a 175-run target for Mumbai after Mumbai invited Punjab team to bat first to derive the advantage of a high scoring pitch.</p>

<p>For Punjab, openers KL Rahul and Chris Gayle gave a blasting start to the team and scored quick 24 and 50 runs respectively.</p>

<p>Yuvraj Singh fell short in the running between the wickets and lost his wicket after scoring 14 runs.</p>

<p>Karun Nair tried to push the run rate and scored 23 runs off 12 runs.</p>

<p>Axar Patel and Mayank Agarwal scored 13 and 11 runs respectively but Marcus Stoinis ended the inning in a best possible way.</p>

<p>Stoinis scored 29 runs off just 15 balls in the crucial overs to set a decent target for Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai.</p>

<p>Hardik Pandya proved extremely expensive for Mumbai in the last over when he gave 28 runs in the 20th over.</p>

<p>Overall, the total scored by the Punjab team was not enough to defend against Mumbai team.</p>


Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai beat Ashwin-led Punjab by six wickets

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai beat Ashwin-led Punjab by six wickets on Friday at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. With two points, Mumbai have moved up to the sixth position with six points following a better Net Run Rate than Bangalore, Delhi and Rajasthan. In today's game, opener Surya Kumar Yadav played a magnificent 57 run to give a required start for Mumbai in order to chase down 145 run target&nbspbut another opener, Evin Lewis scored only ten runs and departed early. Earlier, Evin Lewis had suffered a wrist injury but was fit to play in the clash against Punjab. Surya Kumar found a determined ally in new batsman Ishan Kishan who scored 25 crucial runs for the team. Both the batsmen had picked up the pace before&nbspSurya Kumar was caught behind on the ball of Marcus Stoinis. Though Hardik Pandya scored 23 runs off 13 balls but the innings is not enough to prove to his caliber, a lot more is expected of him in a format like IPL. Skipper Rohit Sharma scored 24 runs for the team but the winning runs came from the all-rounder Krunal Pandya's bat. His unbeaten 46-run knock helped Mumbai in clinching the much-needed victory from Punjab. Earlier, Punjab had set a 175-run target for Mumbai after Mumbai invited Punjab team to bat first to derive the advantage of a high scoring pitch. For Punjab, openers KL Rahul and Chris Gayle gave a blasting start to the team and scored quick 24 and 50 runs respectively. Yuvraj Singh fell short in the running between the wickets and lost his wicket after scoring 14 runs. Karun Nair tried to push the run rate and scored 23 runs off 12 runs. Axar Patel and Mayank Agarwal scored 13 and 11 runs respectively but Marcus Stoinis ended the inning in a best possible way. Stoinis scored 29 runs off just 15 balls in the crucial overs to set a decent target for Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai. Hardik Pandya proved extremely expensive for Mumbai in the last over when he gave 28 runs in the 20th over. Overall, the total scored by the Punjab team was not enough to defend against Mumbai team.

IPL 2018: Mumbai beat Punjab by 6 wickets

<p>Virat Kohli-led Bangalore face MS Dhoni-led Chennai in the first clash of Saturday, May 5 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune.</p>

<p>Two cricketing icons Virat Kohli and MS Dhobi are face to face, what else one would want on Indian Premier League weekend.</p>

<p>Chennai is coming off from a tragic defeat against Kolkata in their previous encounter and must have worked on their loopholes and rectified the errors in order to earn two crucial points.</p>

<p>On the other hand, team Bangalore is high on spirit as they have won the previous match against Mumbai.</p>

<p>The competition between the teams which are placed at the fourth, fifth and sixth position at the league's table is very tough now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai have lost its two previous clashes out of three and looked a bit off but with a well-balanced team, it requires just one win to prove caliber of the entire team.</p>

<p>On the other hand, confidence Virat Kohli is leading the batting department from the front but still, team Bangalore is dealing with the&nbsp;problems of bowling unit, which has been very expensive especially in death overs.</p>

<p>The current team of Chennai is very sorted and any change at this moment is not required.</p>

<p>On the other hand, the good news for Bangalore is that their star player,&nbsp;AB de Villiers is fit and back in the squad but opener&nbsp;Quinton de Kock has flown back&nbsp;home due to some personal reasons and skipper Virat Kohli might replace him by&nbsp;Manan Vohra.</p>

<p>In the absence of wicket-keeper, the best replacement for team Bangalore is Parthiv Patel.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI (TBC):</strong></p>

<p><strong>Chennai:</strong> Shane Watson, Faf du Plessis, Suresh Raina, Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni (C & WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Karn Sharma, Harbhajan Singh, Lungisani Ngidi, KM Asif</p>

<p><strong>Bangalore:</strong>&nbsp;Parthiv Patel, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli (C), AB de Villiers, Mandeep Singh, Colin de Grandhomme, Washington Sundar, Tim Southee, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Yuzvendra Chahal</p>

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Virat Kohli-led Bangalore face MS Dhoni-led Chennai in the first clash of Saturday, May 5 at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. Two cricketing icons Virat Kohli and MS Dhobi are face to face, what else one would want on Indian Premier League weekend. Chennai is coming off from a tragic defeat against Kolkata in their previous encounter and must have worked on their loopholes and rectified the errors in order to earn two crucial points. On the other hand, team Bangalore is high on spirit as they have won the previous match against Mumbai. The competition between the teams which are placed at the fourth, fifth and sixth position at the league's table is very tough now. Chennai have lost its two previous clashes out of three and looked a bit off but with a well-balanced team, it requires just one win to prove caliber of the entire team. On the other hand, confidence Virat Kohli is leading the batting department from the front but still, team Bangalore is dealing with the problems of bowling unit, which has been very expensive especially in death overs. The current team of Chennai is very sorted and any change at this moment is not required. On the other hand, the good news for Bangalore is that their star player, AB de Villiers is fit and back in the squad but opener Quinton de Kock has flown back home due to some personal reasons and skipper Virat Kohli might replace him by Manan Vohra. In the absence of wicket-keeper, the best replacement for team Bangalore is Parthiv Patel. Playing XI (TBC): Chennai: Shane Watson, Faf du Plessis, Suresh Raina, Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni (C & WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Karn Sharma, Harbhajan Singh, Lungisani Ngidi, KM Asif Bangalore: Parthiv Patel, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli (C), AB de Villiers, Mandeep Singh, Colin de Grandhomme, Washington Sundar, Tim Southee, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Yuzvendra Chahal Watch the preview here: ×

IPL 2018: Match preview of Chennai vs Bangalore

<p>Two&nbsp;matches of Indian Premier League which were scheduled to take place in Pune have now been shifted to the Eden Gardens stadium, Kolkata.</p>

<p>"The GC has confirmed that Kolkata will host the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 on May 23 and 25 respectively," IPL GC chairman Rajeev Shukla told PTI.</p>

<p>When the IPL 2018 kicked off, there were only two matches scheduled to take place in Pune but following the Cauvery river water protests in Tamil Nadu, the remaining matches of Chidambaram stadium were shifted to Pune due to security reasons.</p>

<p>Now, the Bombay High Court has restrained the Maharashtra Cricket Association from drawing water from the Pavana river to maintain the Pune cricket stadium.</p>

<p>Pune was to host the two games as per the original schedule, but the venue became Chennai Super Kings` home for six matches due to security reasons after the Cauvery river water protests in Tamil Nadu.</p>

<p>The Bombay High Court today restrained the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) from drawing water from the Pavana river to maintain the Pune cricket stadium.</p>

<p>"We are happy to host the play-off matches and are looking forward to it," Cricket Association of Bengal joint-secretary Avishek Dalmiya said.</p>

<p>"It was a unanimous decision to shift play-offs to Eden Gardens since Pune got six matches," BCCI Acting President C K Khanna said.&nbsp;</p>

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The remaining matches of Indian Premier League which were scheduled to take place in Pune have now been shifted to the Eden Gardens stadium, Kolkata

Two matches of Indian Premier League which were scheduled to take place in Pune have now been shifted to the Eden Gardens stadium, Kolkata. "The GC has confirmed that Kolkata will host the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 on May 23 and 25 respectively," IPL GC chairman Rajeev Shukla told PTI. When the IPL 2018 kicked off, there were only two matches scheduled to take place in Pune but following the Cauvery river water protests in Tamil Nadu, the remaining matches of Chidambaram stadium were shifted to Pune due to security reasons. Now, the Bombay High Court has restrained the Maharashtra Cricket Association from drawing water from the Pavana river to maintain the Pune cricket stadium. Pune was to host the two games as per the original schedule, but the venue became Chennai Super Kings` home for six matches due to security reasons after the Cauvery river water protests in Tamil Nadu. The Bombay High Court today restrained the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) from drawing water from the Pavana river to maintain the Pune cricket stadium. "We are happy to host the play-off matches and are looking forward to it," Cricket Association of Bengal joint-secretary Avishek Dalmiya said. "It was a unanimous decision to shift play-offs to Eden Gardens since Pune got six matches," BCCI Acting President C K Khanna said.

2 IPL play-off matches shifted to Kolkata from Pune

<p>Rohit Sharma won the toss and has opted to bowl at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore against Ashwin-led Punjab.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma looks to earn two points tonight and the good news for the team is that Evin Lewis is back.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Punjab have made three changes Yuvraj Singh, Marcus Stoinis and Axar Patel are in the playing XI.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Punjab:</strong> Lokesh Rahul(w), Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, Karun Nair, Yuvraj Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Ravichandran Ashwin(c), Axar Patel, Andrew Tye, Ankit Rajpoot, Mujeeb Ur Rahman</p>

<p><strong>Mumbai:</strong> Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Ishan Kishan(w), Jean-Paul Duminy, Rohit Sharma(c), Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah</p>


Punjab have made three changes Yuvraj Singh, Marcus Stoinis and Axar Patel are in the playing XI

Rohit Sharma won the toss and has opted to bowl at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore against Ashwin-led Punjab. Rohit Sharma looks to earn two points tonight and the good news for the team is that Evin Lewis is back. On the other hand, Punjab have made three changes Yuvraj Singh, Marcus Stoinis and Axar Patel are in the playing XI. Playing XI: Punjab: Lokesh Rahul(w), Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, Karun Nair, Yuvraj Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Ravichandran Ashwin(c), Axar Patel, Andrew Tye, Ankit Rajpoot, Mujeeb Ur Rahman Mumbai: Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Ishan Kishan(w), Jean-Paul Duminy, Rohit Sharma(c), Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah

IPL 2018: Mumbai opts to bowl against Punjab

<p>Kolkata have moved up on the IPL league's table after registering a comfortable win against then table-toppers Chennai.&nbsp</p>

<p>Young cricket talent Shubham Gill and skipper Dinesh Karthik dominated the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai while chasing a target of 176.&nbsp</p>

<p>Dinesh Karthik played a skipper's knock and scored 45 runs off 18 balls to earn two crucial points for the team and led from the front to take his team to the victory side.</p>

<p>After receiving the "Man of the Match" for his splendid innings, Dinesh Karthik went to meet a very special fan to share his winning moments.&nbsp</p>

<p>Karthik met a wheelchair-bound young man Harshul Goenka who has cerebral palsy. Harshul is a die-hard fan of Kolkata team and does not miss a single match.</p>

<p>He usually accompanied by his mother Rajani and watches all the matches of Kolkata which are scheduled to take place at Kolkata's home ground, Eden Garden stadium.&nbsp</p>

<p>Co-owner of Kolkata and Bollywood's leading actor Shah Rukh Khan once surprised Harshul by spending time with him.</p>

<p>Shah Rukh also ensures that tickets are sent to Harshul so that he never misses out on a single match.</p>

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<p>Kolkata have played nine matches so far and out of which they have won five. With ten points, team Kolkata is currently sitting at third places of the points table.</p>


Dinesh Karthik played a skipper's knock and scored 45 runs off 18 balls to earn two crucial points for the team

Kolkata have moved up on the IPL league's table after registering a comfortable win against then table-toppers Chennai. Young cricket talent Shubham Gill and skipper Dinesh Karthik dominated the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai while chasing a target of 176. Dinesh Karthik played a skipper's knock and scored 45 runs off 18 balls to earn two crucial points for the team and led from the front to take his team to the victory side. After receiving the "Man of the Match" for his splendid innings, Dinesh Karthik went to meet a very special fan to share his winning moments. Karthik met a wheelchair-bound young man Harshul Goenka who has cerebral palsy. Harshul is a die-hard fan of Kolkata team and does not miss a single match. He usually accompanied by his mother Rajani and watches all the matches of Kolkata which are scheduled to take place at Kolkata's home ground, Eden Garden stadium. Co-owner of Kolkata and Bollywood's leading actor Shah Rukh Khan once surprised Harshul by spending time with him. Shah Rukh also ensures that tickets are sent to Harshul so that he never misses out on a single match. Watch the video here: × Skipper @DineshKarthik shares a moment with @harshulgoenka1, our Special KnightRider! ? #KKRHaiTaiyaar#KorboLorboJeetbo pic.twitter.com/cngGEexYpM — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) May 3, 2018 × Kolkata have played nine matches so far and out of which they have won five. With ten points, team Kolkata is currently sitting at third places of the points table.

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<p>Ashwin-led Punjab take on Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai on Friday at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore for the first time in Indian Premier League 2018.</p>

<p>Ashwin-led Punjab is currently sitting at the fourth position at points table with ten points.</p>

<p>On the other hand, bottom-placed Mumbai have to look for solutions of the problems that have prevailed throughout the tournament because of which the defending champions Mumbai are on the verge of exiting the tournament.</p>

<p>Both Punjab and Mumbai lost their previous encounters against Hyderabad and Bangalore respectively but got enough time to revamp the strategies to earn two crucial points tonight.</p>

<p>Mumbai batsmen have suffered the problem of poor start and the bowlers have failed miserably with the new ball. As a team, Mumbai also failed in handling the pressure, especially in the death overs.</p>

<p>Mumbai's way to playoffs are now very difficult but one more defeat for Punjab will cost them big time.</p>

<p>For Punjab, the team is balanced and any unnecessary experiment is not required but Ashwin might consider replacing Finch with South African batsmen to strengthen the middle order.</p>

<p>On the other for Mumbai, Evin Lewis' fitness status is still not revealed but it is expected that he will play tonight. Other than that, no change is expected today.</p>

<p><strong>Playing (TBC):</strong></p>

<p><strong>Punjab:</strong> KL Rahul (wk), Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, Karun Nair, Manoj Tiwary, David Miller, R Ashwin (c), Andrew Tye, Barinder Sran, Ankit Rajpoot, Mujeeb Ur Rahman.</p>

<p><strong>Mumbai: </strong>Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Ishan Kishan (wk), Rohit Sharma, JP Duminy, Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Jasprit Bumrah, Mayank Markande.</p>

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Ashwin-led Punjab take on Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai on Friday at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore for the first time in Indian Premier League 2018

Ashwin-led Punjab take on Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai on Friday at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore for the first time in Indian Premier League 2018. Ashwin-led Punjab is currently sitting at the fourth position at points table with ten points. On the other hand, bottom-placed Mumbai have to look for solutions of the problems that have prevailed throughout the tournament because of which the defending champions Mumbai are on the verge of exiting the tournament. Both Punjab and Mumbai lost their previous encounters against Hyderabad and Bangalore respectively but got enough time to revamp the strategies to earn two crucial points tonight. Mumbai batsmen have suffered the problem of poor start and the bowlers have failed miserably with the new ball. As a team, Mumbai also failed in handling the pressure, especially in the death overs. Mumbai's way to playoffs are now very difficult but one more defeat for Punjab will cost them big time. For Punjab, the team is balanced and any unnecessary experiment is not required but Ashwin might consider replacing Finch with South African batsmen to strengthen the middle order. On the other for Mumbai, Evin Lewis' fitness status is still not revealed but it is expected that he will play tonight. Other than that, no change is expected today. Playing (TBC): Punjab: KL Rahul (wk), Chris Gayle, Mayank Agarwal, Karun Nair, Manoj Tiwary, David Miller, R Ashwin (c), Andrew Tye, Barinder Sran, Ankit Rajpoot, Mujeeb Ur Rahman. Mumbai: Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Ishan Kishan (wk), Rohit Sharma, JP Duminy, Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Jasprit Bumrah, Mayank Markande. ×

IPL 2018: Match preview of Punjab vs Mumbai

<p>As the eleventh edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) reached its mid-way mark, some teams are in a commanding position while some are hanging around the play-off spots and some are almost out of the tournament.</p>

<p>MS Dhoni-led Chennai, Williamson-led Hyderabad and Ashwin-led Punjab acquire the top three positions, while Karthik-led Kolkata, Rahane-led Rajasthan and Virat Kohli-led Bengaluru are aiming to make it to the play-off.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Delhi, which yesterday defeated Rajasthan to move two places up to acquire 6th spot, are still in a bit of a worry. Mumbai on the other hand, lost its sixth match, out of eight played, to Bangalore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They will have to win all their matches to keep their hopes alive.<br />
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But, the teams which are stable for now in the cash-rich tournament, are celebrating their position off the field during the breaks between the matches and during all the travelling.</p>

<p>While some star players prefer to beat&nbsp;the heat in their own way.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Kolkata players were involved in recovery sessions by the pool as they look to spoil Chennai's party and move into the double figures on the points table.&nbsp;So far, Kolkata have won four and lost four matches each in IPL 2018.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Chennai, on the other hand, were seen enjoying their time as they traveled to Kolkata and were having fun at a promotional event. Dhoni was seen chilling on the ground as Chennai prepare to take on Kolkata at the Eden Gardens on Thursday.</p>

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<p>The Punjab boys were also involved in the pool sessions while Karun Nair was seen signing. The Universe Boss Chris Gayle on the other hand, was working on his fitness in the gym.</p>

<p>Captain R Ashwin, Yuvraj Singh and David Miller also posed for photographs on their travel day.</p>

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<p>Punjab will next host Mumbai Indians on Friday at Indore.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Hyderabad boys were involved in some off-field gaming sessions after defending another low total against Rajasthan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Siddharth Kaul, Wriddhiman Saha and Sandeep Sharma visited a electronics store, where they can be seen playing games on a PlayStation.</p>

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They chill in pool courtesy Pool Sessions. Check out what happens in pool recovery sessions. <a href="https://t.co/fPwVsixO8h">pic.twitter.com/fPwVsixO8h</a></p>
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<p>After that, they too involved in some pool sessions to recover from all the stress.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli's men also had a good time after beating Mumbai at the M. Chinnaswamy on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

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The players involve Chris Gayle, Karun Nair and other star players

As the eleventh edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) reached its mid-way mark, some teams are in a commanding position while some are hanging around the play-off spots and some are almost out of the tournament. MS Dhoni-led Chennai, Williamson-led Hyderabad and Ashwin-led Punjab acquire the top three positions, while Karthik-led Kolkata, Rahane-led Rajasthan and Virat Kohli-led Bengaluru are aiming to make it to the play-off. Delhi, which yesterday defeated Rajasthan to move two places up to acquire 6th spot, are still in a bit of a worry. Mumbai on the other hand, lost its sixth match, out of eight played, to Bangalore. They will have to win all their matches to keep their hopes alive. But, the teams which are stable for now in the cash-rich tournament, are celebrating their position off the field during the breaks between the matches and during all the travelling. While some star players prefer to beat the heat in their own way. The Kolkata players were involved in recovery sessions by the pool as they look to spoil Chennai's party and move into the double figures on the points table. So far, Kolkata have won four and lost four matches each in IPL 2018. Recovery Session for the #Knights ??‍ ?#KorboLorboJeetbo #IPL2018 #KKRHaiTaiyaar pic.twitter.com/hHy0SOHIAa — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) May 2, 2018 × Chennai, on the other hand, were seen enjoying their time as they traveled to Kolkata and were having fun at a promotional event. Dhoni was seen chilling on the ground as Chennai prepare to take on Kolkata at the Eden Gardens on Thursday. Just smile and carry on to beat the mid-week blues. #WhistlePodu #yellove ?? pic.twitter.com/Gc9d0dWqx7 — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 2, 2018 × Super selfie from the city of joy! Pic Credits - @harbhajan_singh! #WhistlePodu #Yellove #CSKvDD?? pic.twitter.com/RsF4STDuET — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 1, 2018 × The Punjab boys were also involved in the pool sessions while Karun Nair was seen signing. The Universe Boss Chris Gayle on the other hand, was working on his fitness in the gym. Captain R Ashwin, Yuvraj Singh and David Miller also posed for photographs on their travel day. Chill sessions by the pool with some volleyball ?#LivePunjabiPlayPunjabi #KXIP #KingsXIPunjab #VIVOIPL pic.twitter.com/RV4J1Ti8LY — Kings XI Punjab (@lionsdenkxip) May 2, 2018 × Signing Day! ?#livepunjabiplaypunjabi #kingsXIdiaries #redforever @lionsdenkxip pic.twitter.com/SSIgbnkbln — Karun Nair (@karun126) May 2, 2018 × Punjab will next host Mumbai Indians on Friday at Indore. Meanwhile, the Hyderabad boys were involved in some off-field gaming sessions after defending another low total against Rajasthan. Siddharth Kaul, Wriddhiman Saha and Sandeep Sharma visited a electronics store, where they can be seen playing games on a PlayStation. What is @sandeep25a telling @sidkaul22 and @Wriddhipops ?#OrangeArmy pic.twitter.com/FoU8FXnlMh — SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) May 2, 2018 × How does the #OrangeArmy handle all the stress from thrilling matches to constant travel? Simple. They chill in pool courtesy Pool Sessions. Check out what happens in pool recovery sessions. pic.twitter.com/fPwVsixO8h — SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) May 2, 2018 × After that, they too involved in some pool sessions to recover from all the stress. Virat Kohli's men also had a good time after beating Mumbai at the M. Chinnaswamy on Tuesday. Prizes are great but none get bigger than the precious 2 points ?❤#PlayBold #RCBvMI #RCB pic.twitter.com/4yrXCDFvhx — Royal Challengers (@RCBTweets) May 1, 2018 ×

As IPL 2018 heats up, players do their best to cool down

<p>Young Rishabh Pant cracked a blistering 69 while captain Shreyas Iyer (50) hit his fourth half-century of the season as Delhi kept themselves in the race for IPL play-offs with a nervy four-run win over Rajasthan Royals at Feroz Shah Kotla.</p>

<p>Earlier, Rajasthan won the toss and opted to bowl first and invited Delhi to bat but were guilty of feeding the home batsmen with deliveries either too short or too full, making the job easy for the hosts after rain made it an 18-overs per side affair.</p>

<p>Rain brought a premature end to the Delhi's innings when the hosts were 196 for six in 17.1 overs and Rajasthan set a revised target of 151 from 12 overs under Duckworth/Lewis method.</p>

<p>After receiving some battering from Joss Buttler, who thrashed the home bowlers with seven sixes and four fours in his 67-run knock, Delhi restricted the Rajasthan to 146 for five to notch up the win.</p>

<p>Delhi have now moved up to sixth from the eighth position with this win.</p>

<p>Young Prithvi Shaw (47) was yet again in sublime touch and raised a 73-run stand with his captain for the second wicket after the side lost Colin Munro (0) in the fourth ball of the innings.</p>

<p>After Shaw's dismissal, Iyer and Rishabh Pant combined to punish the wayward Royals' bowlers, adding 92 runs for the third wicket in just 7.1 overs.</p>

<p>Iyer hit his fourth fifty in last five matches as he consumed 35 balls for his 50, hitting three sixes and as many fours.</p>

<p>Pant hammered the Rajasthan's bowlers all around the park in his 29-ball knock, studded with seven fours and five sixes.</p>

<p>Jaydev Unadkat (3/46) removed both of them in the 15th over but by then Delhi had put up enough runs on the board.</p>

<p>Vijay Shankar (17) came out with some lusty hits to help the hosts get close to 200-run mark.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Royals were off to a fiery start with Buttler going berserk. The England batsman smashed Avesh Khan for three sixes and a four and also punished Liam Plunkett as Rajasthan collected 58 from four Power-play overs.</p>

<p>Buttler completed his fifty off just 18 balls when he lofted Amit Mishra for a six. As many as five bowlers were employed by Delhi but all of them got severe punishment from Buttler.</p>

<p>It was Mishra who finally gave the breakthrough by having the Briton stumped in the seventh over. Rajasthan needed a big knock from Ben Stokes (1) but he could not do much.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Opener D'Arcy Short (44 off 25) was also dismissed but K Gowtham somehow kept the Rajasthan in the hunt by striking a six and a four off Plunkett in the 11th over.</p>

<p>Rajasthan needed 15 from the last over but Trent Boult yet again did the job, conceding only 10 runs.</p>

<p>Earlier, Shaw stroked the ball nicely as he picked the lengths quickly but ended up giving a caught-and-bowled chance on a turning ball to leg-break bowler Shreyas Gopal in the eighth over.</p>

<p>His 47 came off 25 balls as he punished the Rajasthan bowlers with four fours and as many sixes.</p>

<p>After two quiet overs, Shaw began the fireworks as he creamed off 16 runs from Dhawal Kulkarni's over, hitting the paceman for two sixes and a four.</p>

<p>Kulkarni had a difficult chance in his follow through in the last ball of the over but could not hold on to it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaw was in good touch and continued to find boundaries. The next bowler in his firing line was Unadkat, whom he smashed for two fours and a six.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iyer joined the party by launching Gopal for two sixes. The first was off a full-length ball and the next was pitched short.</p>

<p>The spinner dismissed Shaw but conceded his fourth six of the innings when new man Pant launched him for a massive six over long-on.</p>

<p>Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes were the only bowlers who had managed to contain the rampaging Delhi batsmen a bit but Pant did not spare the West Indian when he bowled full and found the ball in the stands.<br />
In no time, the two batsmen raised a 50-run stand, taking just 27 balls between them.&nbsp;</p>


Rishabh Pant cracked a blistering 69 while captain Shreyas Iyer (50) hit his fourth half-century of the season as Delhi kept themselves in the race for IPL play-offs

Young Rishabh Pant cracked a blistering 69 while captain Shreyas Iyer (50) hit his fourth half-century of the season as Delhi kept themselves in the race for IPL play-offs with a nervy four-run win over Rajasthan Royals at Feroz Shah Kotla. Earlier, Rajasthan won the toss and opted to bowl first and invited Delhi to bat but were guilty of feeding the home batsmen with deliveries either too short or too full, making the job easy for the hosts after rain made it an 18-overs per side affair. Rain brought a premature end to the Delhi's innings when the hosts were 196 for six in 17.1 overs and Rajasthan set a revised target of 151 from 12 overs under Duckworth/Lewis method. After receiving some battering from Joss Buttler, who thrashed the home bowlers with seven sixes and four fours in his 67-run knock, Delhi restricted the Rajasthan to 146 for five to notch up the win. Delhi have now moved up to sixth from the eighth position with this win. Young Prithvi Shaw (47) was yet again in sublime touch and raised a 73-run stand with his captain for the second wicket after the side lost Colin Munro (0) in the fourth ball of the innings. After Shaw's dismissal, Iyer and Rishabh Pant combined to punish the wayward Royals' bowlers, adding 92 runs for the third wicket in just 7.1 overs. Iyer hit his fourth fifty in last five matches as he consumed 35 balls for his 50, hitting three sixes and as many fours. Pant hammered the Rajasthan's bowlers all around the park in his 29-ball knock, studded with seven fours and five sixes. Jaydev Unadkat (3/46) removed both of them in the 15th over but by then Delhi had put up enough runs on the board. Vijay Shankar (17) came out with some lusty hits to help the hosts get close to 200-run mark. Royals were off to a fiery start with Buttler going berserk. The England batsman smashed Avesh Khan for three sixes and a four and also punished Liam Plunkett as Rajasthan collected 58 from four Power-play overs. Buttler completed his fifty off just 18 balls when he lofted Amit Mishra for a six. As many as five bowlers were employed by Delhi but all of them got severe punishment from Buttler. It was Mishra who finally gave the breakthrough by having the Briton stumped in the seventh over. Rajasthan needed a big knock from Ben Stokes (1) but he could not do much. Opener D'Arcy Short (44 off 25) was also dismissed but K Gowtham somehow kept the Rajasthan in the hunt by striking a six and a four off Plunkett in the 11th over. Rajasthan needed 15 from the last over but Trent Boult yet again did the job, conceding only 10 runs. Earlier, Shaw stroked the ball nicely as he picked the lengths quickly but ended up giving a caught-and-bowled chance on a turning ball to leg-break bowler Shreyas Gopal in the eighth over. His 47 came off 25 balls as he punished the Rajasthan bowlers with four fours and as many sixes. After two quiet overs, Shaw began the fireworks as he creamed off 16 runs from Dhawal Kulkarni's over, hitting the paceman for two sixes and a four. Kulkarni had a difficult chance in his follow through in the last ball of the over but could not hold on to it. Shaw was in good touch and continued to find boundaries. The next bowler in his firing line was Unadkat, whom he smashed for two fours and a six. Iyer joined the party by launching Gopal for two sixes. The first was off a full-length ball and the next was pitched short. The spinner dismissed Shaw but conceded his fourth six of the innings when new man Pant launched him for a massive six over long-on. Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes were the only bowlers who had managed to contain the rampaging Delhi batsmen a bit but Pant did not spare the West Indian when he bowled full and found the ball in the stands. In no time, the two batsmen raised a 50-run stand, taking just 27 balls between them.

IPL 2018: Shreyas Iyer-led Delhi beat Rajasthan by 4 runs in rain-hit game

<p>Rajasthan skipper Ajikya Rahane on Wednesday won the toss and opted to field against Delhi.</p>

<p>The match, which was affected by the rain before the game started, has now been reduced to 18 overs per side.&nbsp</p>

<p>Talking about his strategy for today, Rahane said, "We are looking to chase. Wicket looks pretty good. We are going to back our bowlers in the first innings."</p>

<p>"We have been playing some good cricket but we need to do that over a period of 40 overs. The mood in our camp is very good. D'Arcy Short comes in for Ish Sodhi. Shreyas Gopal comes in as well," he concluded.</p>

<p>On being asked Shreyas Iyer the same, he said, " I don't think dew would come in. If it would have, it would have come by now. Lot of learnings from the last game. We were 74 for 4 and to reach close to 200 was really a commendable job."</p>

<p>"We took a lot of positives. We have got one change. Shahbaz Nadeem comes in for Rahul Tewatia," he added.</p>

<p>Teams:<br />
Delhi (Playing XI): Prithvi Shaw, Colin Munro, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Glenn Maxwell, Vijay Shankar, Liam Plunkett, Amit Mishra, Shahbaz Nadeem, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult</p>

<p>Rajasthan (Playing XI): Ajinkya Rahane(c), D Arcy Short, Sanju Samson, Rahul Tripathi, Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler(w), Krishnappa Gowtham, Jofra Archer, Shreyas Gopal, Jaydev Unadkat, Dhawal Kulkarni</p>


Delhi is currently placed at the bottom of the IPL league table

Rajasthan skipper Ajikya Rahane on Wednesday won the toss and opted to field against Delhi. The match, which was affected by the rain before the game started, has now been reduced to 18 overs per side. Talking about his strategy for today, Rahane said, "We are looking to chase. Wicket looks pretty good. We are going to back our bowlers in the first innings." "We have been playing some good cricket but we need to do that over a period of 40 overs. The mood in our camp is very good. D'Arcy Short comes in for Ish Sodhi. Shreyas Gopal comes in as well," he concluded. On being asked Shreyas Iyer the same, he said, " I don't think dew would come in. If it would have, it would have come by now. Lot of learnings from the last game. We were 74 for 4 and to reach close to 200 was really a commendable job." "We took a lot of positives. We have got one change. Shahbaz Nadeem comes in for Rahul Tewatia," he added. Teams: Delhi (Playing XI): Prithvi Shaw, Colin Munro, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Glenn Maxwell, Vijay Shankar, Liam Plunkett, Amit Mishra, Shahbaz Nadeem, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult Rajasthan (Playing XI): Ajinkya Rahane(c), D Arcy Short, Sanju Samson, Rahul Tripathi, Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler(w), Krishnappa Gowtham, Jofra Archer, Shreyas Gopal, Jaydev Unadkat, Dhawal Kulkarni

IPL 2018: Rajasthan opt to field against Delhi, match reduced to 18 overs due to rain

<p>Virat Kohli is garnering a lot of attention for his fitness these days, especially the kind of tough catches he is taking this season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).</p>

<p>Yesterday, during Bangalore's face off with the Mumbai at the Chinnaswamy stadium, Kohli repeated the feat but this time in a winning cause for his team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For Mumbai, dangerman Hardik Pandya was still at the crease, batting on 50. The all-rounder had hit a powerful lofted on-drive off the bowling of Tim Southee but Kohli was at hand to complete a spectacular catch and all but seal the match in his team's favour.</p>

<p>Like the previous time, Kohli's catch brought about a massive smile to his wife Anushka Sharma's face, which was again caught by photographers which in no time started trending on the social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the match, Kohli also dedicated the win to wife Anushka, terming it a little gift for his wife on her birthday.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the victory over Mumbai helped Kohli's team register their third win in eight games but more importantly saw them climb to fifth place in the IPL 2018 points table.</p>

<p>The loss for Mumbai has put the side on the brink of elimination. The defending champions are in seventh place tied on four points with bottom-placed Delhi Daredevils.</p>

<p>Mumbai will need to win the rest of their six matches to be in contention for a play-off spot.&nbsp;<br />
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Kohli repeated the feat but this time in a winning cause for his team.

Virat Kohli is garnering a lot of attention for his fitness these days, especially the kind of tough catches he is taking this season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Yesterday, during Bangalore's face off with the Mumbai at the Chinnaswamy stadium, Kohli repeated the feat but this time in a winning cause for his team. For Mumbai, dangerman Hardik Pandya was still at the crease, batting on 50. The all-rounder had hit a powerful lofted on-drive off the bowling of Tim Southee but Kohli was at hand to complete a spectacular catch and all but seal the match in his team's favour. Like the previous time, Kohli's catch brought about a massive smile to his wife Anushka Sharma's face, which was again caught by photographers which in no time started trending on the social media. After the match, Kohli also dedicated the win to wife Anushka, terming it a little gift for his wife on her birthday. Virat Kohli's match-changing catch https://t.co/LNPtGZbVRl via @ipl #RCBvMI #IPL2018 — Deepak Raj Verma (@iconicdeepak) May 1, 2018 × Meanwhile, the victory over Mumbai helped Kohli's team register their third win in eight games but more importantly saw them climb to fifth place in the IPL 2018 points table. The loss for Mumbai has put the side on the brink of elimination. The defending champions are in seventh place tied on four points with bottom-placed Delhi Daredevils. Mumbai will need to win the rest of their six matches to be in contention for a play-off spot.

Watch: Another Virat Kohli stunner against Mumbai brings massive smile to wife Anushka's face

<p>Virat Kohli gave the best birthday present - a victory over Mumbai - to his wife Anushka Sharma. Bollywood's leading actress Anushka Sharma&nbsp;turned 30 on May 1&nbsp;and instead of partying, she was cheering for her husband's team at Chinnaswamy stadium.</p>

<p>Star-studded teams Bangalore and Mumbai had locked-horns to survive in the eleventh edition of&nbsp;Indian Premier League.</p>

<p>The birthday girl proved lucky for the Bangalore team as they registered a 14-run victory over Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai by defending a total of 167 runs.</p>

<p>Earlier in the morning, Virat shared a picture with Anushka and wrote, "Happy birthday, my love. The most positive and honest person I know. Love you."</p>

<p>It seems that the "positive" person has powered the positive energy&nbsp;to the entire team.</p>

<p>After winning the game, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma posed with birthday cake, see picture.</p>

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<p>Also, Anushka Sharma chose this day as an opportunity to announce a project very close to her heart -- building an animal shelter.</p>

<p>The star who often posts pictures with her labrador 'Dude' will be building the shelter on the outskirts of Mumbai.</p>

<p>In a birthday tweet, she said that she is inspired by the Dalai Lama and wanted to do her bit to give fellow living beings equal rights, equal care and equal love.</p>

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Virat Kohli gave the best birthday present - a victory over Mumbai - to his wife Anushka Sharma

Virat Kohli gave the best birthday present - a victory over Mumbai - to his wife Anushka Sharma. Bollywood's leading actress Anushka Sharma turned 30 on May 1 and instead of partying, she was cheering for her husband's team at Chinnaswamy stadium. Star-studded teams Bangalore and Mumbai had locked-horns to survive in the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League. The birthday girl proved lucky for the Bangalore team as they registered a 14-run victory over Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai by defending a total of 167 runs. Earlier in the morning, Virat shared a picture with Anushka and wrote, "Happy birthday, my love. The most positive and honest person I know. Love you." It seems that the "positive" person has powered the positive energy to the entire team. After winning the game, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma posed with birthday cake, see picture. Best birthday with the bestest, kindest, bravest man in the world . Love you for making it so special my love ❤ ! A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on May 1, 2018 at 12:09pm PDT × Also, Anushka Sharma chose this day as an opportunity to announce a project very close to her heart -- building an animal shelter. The star who often posts pictures with her labrador 'Dude' will be building the shelter on the outskirts of Mumbai. In a birthday tweet, she said that she is inspired by the Dalai Lama and wanted to do her bit to give fellow living beings equal rights, equal care and equal love. ? A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on Apr 30, 2018 at 10:44pm PDT ×

Anushka Sharma celebrates 'best birthday' with Virat after Bangalore's victory, see pic

<p>Virat Kohli-led Bangalore defeated Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai at Chinnaswamy stadium on Tuesday. Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl to take the advantage of the dry pitch but the poor fate prevailed and following this defeat, Mumbai's way to the playoffs are now difficult.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Bangalore team put up a target of 168 runs and outplayed Mumbai to defend the total successfully.</p>

<p>The openers of Mumbai failed to give the required start to the team and lost their wickets early. The falling of quick wickets had put the pressure on other batsmen as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wicket-keeper batsman Ishan Kishan and skipper Rohit Sharma lost their wicket on a duck.</p>

<p>The Pandya brothers tried to salvage the team and scored crucial runs to push the run rate but Bangalore pacer Mohammed Siraj out bowled Krunal Pandya and Tim Southee took Hardik Pandya's wicket to put the last nail in the coffin.</p>

<p>Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya scored 50 and 23 runs respectively.</p>


Virat Kohli-led Bangalore defeated Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai at Chinnaswamy stadium

Virat Kohli-led Bangalore defeated Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai at Chinnaswamy stadium on Tuesday. Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl to take the advantage of the dry pitch but the poor fate prevailed and following this defeat, Mumbai's way to the playoffs are now difficult. On the other hand, Bangalore team put up a target of 168 runs and outplayed Mumbai to defend the total successfully. The openers of Mumbai failed to give the required start to the team and lost their wickets early. The falling of quick wickets had put the pressure on other batsmen as well. Wicket-keeper batsman Ishan Kishan and skipper Rohit Sharma lost their wicket on a duck. The Pandya brothers tried to salvage the team and scored crucial runs to push the run rate but Bangalore pacer Mohammed Siraj out bowled Krunal Pandya and Tim Southee took Hardik Pandya's wicket to put the last nail in the coffin. Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya scored 50 and 23 runs respectively.

IPL 2018: Virat presents victory over Mumbai to Anushka as birthday gift

<p>Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Tuesday. He has taken the decision to take the advantage of the pitch as it is very dry and has a lot of cracks which will support the bowlers.</p>

<p>For Mumbai, Ewin Lewis is not playing as he has injured his wrist and Kieron Pollard has been included in the squad for tonight's match.</p>

<p>There is one change for team Bangalore as AB de Villiers is still sick and Manan Vohra has been included in&nbsp;the playing XI for the clash against Mumbai.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Mumbai:</strong> Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma(c), Ishan Kishan(w), Jean-Paul Duminy, Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah</p>

<p><strong>Bangalore:</strong> Quinton de Kock(w), Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli(c), Manan Vohra, Mandeep Singh, Colin de Grandhomme, Washington Sundar, Tim Southee, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Yuzvendra Chahal</p>


There is one change for the team Bangalore as AB de Villiers is still sick and Manan Vohra has been included in the playing XI for the clash against Mumbai

Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Tuesday. He has taken the decision to take the advantage of the pitch as it is very dry and has a lot of cracks which will support the bowlers. For Mumbai, Ewin Lewis is not playing as he has injured his wrist and Kieron Pollard has been included in the squad for tonight's match. There is one change for team Bangalore as AB de Villiers is still sick and Manan Vohra has been included in the playing XI for the clash against Mumbai. Playing XI: Mumbai: Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma(c), Ishan Kishan(w), Jean-Paul Duminy, Hardik Pandya, Krunal Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah Bangalore: Quinton de Kock(w), Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli(c), Manan Vohra, Mandeep Singh, Colin de Grandhomme, Washington Sundar, Tim Southee, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Yuzvendra Chahal

IPL 2018: Rohit Sharma opts to bowl against Bangalore

<p>Virat Kohli-led Bangalore take on Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai to ensure survival in the ongoing edition of IPL at Chinnaswamy stadium on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Both the teams are very popular in Indian Premier League and yet they are fighting for survival, this shows to what level the competition has reached. Both Mumbai and Bangalore have suffered the same fate in IPL 2018, they failed miserably in bowling and fielding departments.</p>

<p>Mumbai's Opener Surya Kumar has been tremendous while batting and he needs to pull off a good performance today as well to give a good start to the team. Also, batsmen like Rohit Sharma Evin Lewis and Hardik Pandya have to make required contributions.</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2018-players-to-watch-out-for-in-bangalore-vs-mumbai-clash-133952">Also read:&nbsp;Players to watch out for in Bangalore vs Mumbai clash</a></strong></p>

<p>Rohit had&nbsp;replaced Mustafizur Rahman with Ben Cutting in the previous encounter against Chennai that eventually Mumbai won. So in today's match as well, Ben Cutting is likely to play.</p>

<p>On the other hand, even Bangalore have massive batting strength as&nbsp;Quinton de Kock, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli are currently in form. Though AB de Villiers might not play today following health-related issues.</p>

<p>Playing at Chinnaswamy stadium, an intriguing match is expected and as it is a clash of survival, then a high voltage drama is expected.</p>

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<p><strong>Playing XI (TBC):</strong></p>

<p><strong>Bangalore:</strong> Quinton de Kock, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli, Manan Vohra, Mandeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Murugan Ashwin, Tim Southee, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Siraj</p>

<p><strong>Mumbai:</strong> Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, JP Duminy, Krunal Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah</p>


Virat Kohli-led Bangalore take on Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai to ensure survival in the ongoing edition of IPL at Chinnaswamy stadium

Virat Kohli-led Bangalore take on Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai to ensure survival in the ongoing edition of IPL at Chinnaswamy stadium on Tuesday. Both the teams are very popular in Indian Premier League and yet they are fighting for survival, this shows to what level the competition has reached. Both Mumbai and Bangalore have suffered the same fate in IPL 2018, they failed miserably in bowling and fielding departments. Mumbai's Opener Surya Kumar has been tremendous while batting and he needs to pull off a good performance today as well to give a good start to the team. Also, batsmen like Rohit Sharma Evin Lewis and Hardik Pandya have to make required contributions. Also read: Players to watch out for in Bangalore vs Mumbai clash Rohit had replaced Mustafizur Rahman with Ben Cutting in the previous encounter against Chennai that eventually Mumbai won. So in today's match as well, Ben Cutting is likely to play. On the other hand, even Bangalore have massive batting strength as Quinton de Kock, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli are currently in form. Though AB de Villiers might not play today following health-related issues. Playing at Chinnaswamy stadium, an intriguing match is expected and as it is a clash of survival, then a high voltage drama is expected. × Playing XI (TBC): Bangalore: Quinton de Kock, Brendon McCullum, Virat Kohli, Manan Vohra, Mandeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Murugan Ashwin, Tim Southee, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Siraj Mumbai: Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, JP Duminy, Krunal Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah

IPL 2018: Match preview of Bangalore vs Mumbai

<p>It's Anushka Sharma's 30th birthday today!</p>

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<p>Anushka Sharma who is currently accompanying Virat Kohli for the Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament, had a quiet birthday celebration on Monday.</p>

<p>Virat shared a picture with Anushka and wrote, "Happy birthday, my love. The most positive and honest person I know. Love you," with a heart emoticon.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Happy B'day my love. The most positive and honest person I know. Love you ♥️ <a href="https://t.co/WTepj5e4pe">pic.twitter.com/WTepj5e4pe</a></p>
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<p>Last December, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli got married in Italy's Tuscany; only close family and friends attended the wedding.</p>

<p>They had their engagement, mehndi and sangeet ceremony followed by marriage which was the talk of the town. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The duo had gone for the honeymoon to the snow-capped mountains of Europe and later hosted two wedding receptions after returning back&nbsp;to India. &nbsp;</p>


Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli had a quiet birthday celebration

It's Anushka Sharma's 30th birthday today! × Anushka Sharma who is currently accompanying Virat Kohli for the Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament, had a quiet birthday celebration on Monday. Virat shared a picture with Anushka and wrote, "Happy birthday, my love. The most positive and honest person I know. Love you," with a heart emoticon. Happy B'day my love. The most positive and honest person I know. Love you ♥️ pic.twitter.com/WTepj5e4pe — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) 1 May 2018 × Last December, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli got married in Italy's Tuscany; only close family and friends attended the wedding. They had their engagement, mehndi and sangeet ceremony followed by marriage which was the talk of the town. The duo had gone for the honeymoon to the snow-capped mountains of Europe and later hosted two wedding receptions after returning back to India.

Anushka Sharma turns 30, Virat Kohli has a special message for her

<p>Shreyas Iyer-led Delhi failed to reach the 212-run target and lost the match to Chennai by 13 runs at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Monday.&nbsp;It was Delhi's sixth loss in eight games and now they are all but out of the play-off race.</p>

<p>Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant played a magnificent knock and reduced the asking rate in the death overs. He scored 79 runs off 45 balls. His inning included seven 4s and four 6s.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Under-19 star Prithvi Shaw lost his wicket to KM Asif in the second over but another opener Colin Munro made a good contribution with his bat and scored 26 runs.</p>

<p>Skipper Shreyas Iyer and Glenn Maxwell too lost their wickets early after scoring just 13 and 6 runs respectively.</p>

<p>Chennai pacer Lungi Ngidi impressed on his IPL debut, ending with figures of one for 26 in four overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Delhi took the match to the last over and at one point in time, it looked like Delhi might chase down the target. The batsmen showed an&nbsp;intent of winning but&nbsp;loss of quick wickets build up the unwanted pressure on&nbsp;entire team.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Shane Watson's 78-run knock powered Chennai to set a mammoth target of 212 runs. His inning included four 4s and seven 6s.&nbsp;Watson received "Man of the Match" award for his splendid inning.</p>

<p>Faf du Plessis and Ambati Rayudu scored 33 and 41 runs respectively but&nbsp;MS Dhoni stole the show by hitting five towering sixes. He&nbsp;displayed some mesmerizing shots and&nbsp;scored 51 runs off 22 balls.</p>


Chennai beat Delhi by 13 runs at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune

Shreyas Iyer-led Delhi failed to reach the 212-run target and lost the match to Chennai by 13 runs at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Monday. It was Delhi's sixth loss in eight games and now they are all but out of the play-off race. Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant played a magnificent knock and reduced the asking rate in the death overs. He scored 79 runs off 45 balls. His inning included seven 4s and four 6s. Under-19 star Prithvi Shaw lost his wicket to KM Asif in the second over but another opener Colin Munro made a good contribution with his bat and scored 26 runs. Skipper Shreyas Iyer and Glenn Maxwell too lost their wickets early after scoring just 13 and 6 runs respectively. Chennai pacer Lungi Ngidi impressed on his IPL debut, ending with figures of one for 26 in four overs. Delhi took the match to the last over and at one point in time, it looked like Delhi might chase down the target. The batsmen showed an intent of winning but loss of quick wickets build up the unwanted pressure on entire team. On the other hand, Shane Watson's 78-run knock powered Chennai to set a mammoth target of 212 runs. His inning included four 4s and seven 6s. Watson received "Man of the Match" award for his splendid inning. Faf du Plessis and Ambati Rayudu scored 33 and 41 runs respectively but MS Dhoni stole the show by hitting five towering sixes. He displayed some mesmerizing shots and scored 51 runs off 22 balls.

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni-led Chennai beat Delhi by 13 runs

<p>Dinesh Karthik-led Kolkata registered a six-wicket victory over Bangalore at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 68 off 44 which included five fours and three sixes to set a target of 176 runs for Kolkata but his efforts went in vain as Bangalore team again failed to defend a decent total.</p>

<p>Apart from his marvelous batting, Virat Kohli took an acrobatic catch to dismiss Kolkata's skipper Dinesh Karthik when he was playing at a strike rate of 230 in the 19th over.</p>

<p>The outstanding catch got more attention when Virat Kohli's wife and Bollywood's leading actress, Anushka Sharma reacted to it as the cute reaction was captured in cameras.</p>

<p><em>Watch Anushka Sharma cheering for Virat Kohli:</em></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">? | <a href="https://twitter.com/AnushkaSharma?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AnushkaSharma</a> proudly cheering for Virat as he completed his 50 at Chinnaswamy Stadium today ❤️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCBvKKR?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvKKR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Virushka?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Virushka</a> <a href="https://t.co/ktLTWbMGW4">pic.twitter.com/ktLTWbMGW4</a></p>
— Anushka Sharma FC™ (@AnushkaSFanCIub) <a href="https://twitter.com/AnushkaSFanCIub/status/990628131412246528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p>Anushka was present at the Chinnaswamy Stadium and was cheering for her husband's team.</p>


Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 68 off 44 which included five fours and three sixes, apart from that Virat's acrobatic catch to dismiss Dinesh Karthik was highlighted the most

Dinesh Karthik-led Kolkata registered a six-wicket victory over Bangalore at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 68 off 44 which included five fours and three sixes to set a target of 176 runs for Kolkata but his efforts went in vain as Bangalore team again failed to defend a decent total. Apart from his marvelous batting, Virat Kohli took an acrobatic catch to dismiss Kolkata's skipper Dinesh Karthik when he was playing at a strike rate of 230 in the 19th over. The outstanding catch got more attention when Virat Kohli's wife and Bollywood's leading actress, Anushka Sharma reacted to it as the cute reaction was captured in cameras. Watch Anushka Sharma cheering for Virat Kohli: ? | @AnushkaSharma proudly cheering for Virat as he completed his 50 at Chinnaswamy Stadium today ❤️ #RCBvKKR #Virushka pic.twitter.com/ktLTWbMGW4 — Anushka Sharma FC™ (@AnushkaSFanCIub) April 29, 2018 × Anushka was present at the Chinnaswamy Stadium and was cheering for her husband's team.

Virat Kohli makes stunning catch, see how Anushka Sharma reacts

<p>Shane Watson's 78-run knock powered Chennai to set a mammoth target of 212 runs for Delhi at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Monday.</p>

<p>Earlier, Shreyas Iyer won the toss and has opted to field as Delhi team has somehow gained momentum and Shreyas will look to earn two points.</p>

<p>After winning the toss Shreyas said that a collective and collaborative effort in all the departments is required.</p>

<p>Shreyas is comfortable with the team and there is no change in the playing XI for today's match.</p>

<p>On the other hand, for Chennai, &nbsp;Deepak Chahar is out due to injury and Sam Billings is resting for the match.</p>

<p>MS Dhoni has included that two bowlers have got in because they wanted to add some pace, hence, Lungi Ngidi and KM Asif are in the squad.</p>


Shane Watson's 78-run knock powered Chennai to set a mammoth target of 212 runs for Delhi

Shane Watson's 78-run knock powered Chennai to set a mammoth target of 212 runs for Delhi at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Monday. Earlier, Shreyas Iyer won the toss and has opted to field as Delhi team has somehow gained momentum and Shreyas will look to earn two points. After winning the toss Shreyas said that a collective and collaborative effort in all the departments is required. Shreyas is comfortable with the team and there is no change in the playing XI for today's match. On the other hand, for Chennai, Deepak Chahar is out due to injury and Sam Billings is resting for the match. MS Dhoni has included that two bowlers have got in because they wanted to add some pace, hence, Lungi Ngidi and KM Asif are in the squad.

IPL 2018: Shane Watson shines as Chennai set 212-run target for Delhi

<p>Shreyas Iyer won the toss and has opted to field at&nbspMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Monday.</p>

<p>Delhi team has somehow gained momentum and will look to earn two points. After winning the toss Shreyas said that a collective and collaborative effort in all the departments is required.</p>

<p>Shreyas is comfortable with the team and has not made any change in the playing XI for today's match.</p>

<p>On the other hand, for Chennai, Deepak Chahar is out due to injury and Sam Billings is resting for the match.</p>

<p>MS Dhoni has included that two bowlers have got in because they wanted to add some pace, hence, Lungi Ngidi and KM Asif are in the squad.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Chennai:</strong> Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Karn Sharma, Harbhajan Singh, Lungi Ngidi, KM Asif</p>

<p><strong>Delhi:</strong> Prithvi Shaw, Colin Munro, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Glenn Maxwell, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Liam Plunkett, Amit Mishra, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult</p>


For Chennai, Deepak Chahar is out due to injury and Sam Billings is resting for the match

Shreyas Iyer won the toss and has opted to field at&nbspMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Monday. Delhi team has somehow gained momentum and will look to earn two points. After winning the toss Shreyas said that a collective and collaborative effort in all the departments is required. Shreyas is comfortable with the team and has not made any change in the playing XI for today's match. On the other hand, for Chennai, Deepak Chahar is out due to injury and Sam Billings is resting for the match. MS Dhoni has included that two bowlers have got in because they wanted to add some pace, hence, Lungi Ngidi and KM Asif are in the squad. Playing XI: Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Karn Sharma, Harbhajan Singh, Lungi Ngidi, KM Asif Delhi: Prithvi Shaw, Colin Munro, Shreyas Iyer(c), Rishabh Pant(w), Glenn Maxwell, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Liam Plunkett, Amit Mishra, Avesh Khan, Trent Boult

IPL 2018: Shreyas Iyer opts to bowl against Chennai

<p>Opener Chris Lynn's unbeaten 62-run knock powered Kolkata to register a six-wicket victory over Bangalore at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>Earlier, Kolkata's Dinesh Karthik won the toss and opted to chase.&nbsp</p>

<p>Batting first, Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 68 off 44 which included five fours and three sixes to set a target of 176 runs for Kolkata but his efforts went in vain as Bangalore&nbspteam again failed to defend a decent total.</p>

<p>In the second innings, Lynn and Sunil Narine (27 off 19 balls) provided a solid&nbspfoundation adding 51 runs in the powerplay overs.</p>

<p>Sunil Narine lost his wicket to Murugan Ashwin after scoring 27 runs. Robin Uthappa scored 36 off 21 balls, which included three fours and three sixes before being caught in deep off Murugan's bowling.</p>

<p>Nitish Rana suffered an injury while playing and returned to his camp after scoring 15 runs. Andre Russell was outplayed Mohammed Siraj and returned to the pavilion after scoring a duck.</p>

<p>Dinesh Karthik played a beautiful inning in the death overs and his 23-run knock off 10 balls helped in reducing the asking rate.&nbsp</p>

<p>Under-19 start Shubman Gill finished the game by hitting a boundary with five balls remaining.</p>

<p><strong>Kolkata scoreboard:</strong><br />
&nbsp<br />
C Lynn not out 62<br />
S Narine c de Grandhomme b M Ashwin 27<br />
R Uthappa c Southee b M Ashwin 36<br />
N Rana retd hurt 15<br />
A Russell c de Kock b Siraj 0<br />
D Karthik c Kohli b Siraj 23<br />
S Gill not out 5</p>

<p>Extras (b-1, w-7) 8</p>

<p>Total (For 4 wkts, 19.1 Overs) 176&nbsp</p>

<p>Fall of Wickets: 1-59, 2-108, 3-139, 4-171</p>

<p>Bowler: Southee 4-0-34-0, Yadav 3.1-0-36-0, Chahal 4-0-29-0, Siraj 4-0-40-2, M Ashwin 4-0-36-2.</p>

<p>Virat Kohli faced the same issues again and he needs to re-strategise his bowling plans to salvage cricketing pride as the batting department did its job and bowlers and fielders failed miserably.<br />
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Openers Quinton de Kock and Brendon McCullum gave Bangalore a perfect start as the two build a partnership of 67 runs.</p>

<p>While de Kock contributed 29 runs, McCullum made 38 runs before losing their wickets.</p>

<p>Andre Russell bowled three overs and gave away 31 runs and took three wickets for his side.</p>

<p><strong>Bangalore scoreboard:</strong></p>

<p>Q de Kock c Gill b Yadav 29<br />
B McCullum c Karthik b Russell 38<br />
V Kohli not out 68<br />
M Vohra b Russell 0<br />
M Singh c Mavi b Russell 19<br />
C de Grandhomme not out 11</p>

<p>Extras (b-1, lb-4, w-5) 10&nbsp</p>

<p>Total (For 4 wkts, 20 Ov) 175&nbsp</p>

<p>Fall of Wickets: 1-67, 2-74, 3-75, 4-140,&nbsp</p>

<p>Bowling: Chawla 3-0-22-0, Narine 4-0-38-0, Johnson 3-0-38-0, Mavi 3-0-21-0, Yadav 4-0-20-1, Russell 3-0-31-3</p>


Opener Chris Lynn's unbeaten 62-run knock powered Kolkata to register a six-wicket victory over Bangalore at Chinnaswamy Stadium

Opener Chris Lynn's unbeaten 62-run knock powered Kolkata to register a six-wicket victory over Bangalore at Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. Earlier, Kolkata's Dinesh Karthik won the toss and opted to chase. Batting first, Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 68 off 44 which included five fours and three sixes to set a target of 176 runs for Kolkata but his efforts went in vain as Bangalore&nbspteam again failed to defend a decent total. In the second innings, Lynn and Sunil Narine (27 off 19 balls) provided a solid&nbspfoundation adding 51 runs in the powerplay overs. Sunil Narine lost his wicket to Murugan Ashwin after scoring 27 runs. Robin Uthappa scored 36 off 21 balls, which included three fours and three sixes before being caught in deep off Murugan's bowling. Nitish Rana suffered an injury while playing and returned to his camp after scoring 15 runs. Andre Russell was outplayed Mohammed Siraj and returned to the pavilion after scoring a duck. Dinesh Karthik played a beautiful inning in the death overs and his 23-run knock off 10 balls helped in reducing the asking rate. Under-19 start Shubman Gill finished the game by hitting a boundary with five balls remaining. Kolkata scoreboard: C Lynn not out 62 S Narine c de Grandhomme b M Ashwin 27 R Uthappa c Southee b M Ashwin 36 N Rana retd hurt 15 A Russell c de Kock b Siraj 0 D Karthik c Kohli b Siraj 23 S Gill not out 5 Extras (b-1, w-7) 8 Total (For 4 wkts, 19.1 Overs) 176 Fall of Wickets: 1-59, 2-108, 3-139, 4-171 Bowler: Southee 4-0-34-0, Yadav 3.1-0-36-0, Chahal 4-0-29-0, Siraj 4-0-40-2, M Ashwin 4-0-36-2. Virat Kohli faced the same issues again and he needs to re-strategise his bowling plans to salvage cricketing pride as the batting department did its job and bowlers and fielders failed miserably. Openers Quinton de Kock and Brendon McCullum gave Bangalore a perfect start as the two build a partnership of 67 runs. While de Kock contributed 29 runs, McCullum made 38 runs before losing their wickets. Andre Russell bowled three overs and gave away 31 runs and took three wickets for his side. Bangalore scoreboard: Q de Kock c Gill b Yadav 29 B McCullum c Karthik b Russell 38 V Kohli not out 68 M Vohra b Russell 0 M Singh c Mavi b Russell 19 C de Grandhomme not out 11 Extras (b-1, lb-4, w-5) 10 Total (For 4 wkts, 20 Ov) 175 Fall of Wickets: 1-67, 2-74, 3-75, 4-140, Bowling: Chawla 3-0-22-0, Narine 4-0-38-0, Johnson 3-0-38-0, Mavi 3-0-21-0, Yadav 4-0-20-1, Russell 3-0-31-3

IPL 2018: Dinesh Karthik-led Kolkata beat Bangalore by 6 wickets

<p>Hyderabad take on Rajasthan in the first match of IPL super Sunday on April 29 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.</p>

<p>Rajasthan, sitting at the mid of the points table would look to earn two crucial points tonight.</p>

<p>Whereas, Hyderabad is currently placed at number two&nbsp;and have gained the required momentum&nbsp;and skipper Kane Williamson would never want to lose it.</p>

<p>We have seen that Rajasthan were on their way to suffer back-to-back defeats before a superb cameo from all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham helped them to defeat Mumbai by three wickets last Sunday.</p>

<p>Also, with his explosive hitting, the immensely talented Sanju Samson is turning out to be Rajasthan's batting mainstay. It will interesting to see how Rajasthan's batting side will face Rashid Khan, the spin sensation of Hyderabad.</p>

<p>Bhuvneshwar Kumar is still struggling with back injury issue but it does not seem to have affected Hyderabad too much as Basil Thampi and Sandeep Sharma have given the required strength to the team.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Ajinkya would not want to make any changes in the playing XI unless there is an injury issue.</p>

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<p><strong>Playing XI (TBC):</strong></p>

<p>Rajasthan: Ajinkya Rahane, Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Heinrich Klassen, Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, K Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat</p>

<p>Hyderabad: Shikhar Dhawan, Kane Williamson, Wriddhiman Saha, Manish Pandey, Shakib Al Hasan, Yusuf Pathan, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Basil Thampi, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma</p>


Hyderabad take on Rajasthan in the first match of IPL super Sunday on April 29 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

Hyderabad take on Rajasthan in the first match of IPL super Sunday on April 29 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. Rajasthan, sitting at the mid of the points table would look to earn two crucial points tonight. Whereas, Hyderabad is currently placed at number two and have gained the required momentum and skipper Kane Williamson would never want to lose it. We have seen that Rajasthan were on their way to suffer back-to-back defeats before a superb cameo from all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham helped them to defeat Mumbai by three wickets last Sunday. Also, with his explosive hitting, the immensely talented Sanju Samson is turning out to be Rajasthan's batting mainstay. It will interesting to see how Rajasthan's batting side will face Rashid Khan, the spin sensation of Hyderabad. Bhuvneshwar Kumar is still struggling with back injury issue but it does not seem to have affected Hyderabad too much as Basil Thampi and Sandeep Sharma have given the required strength to the team. On the other hand, Ajinkya would not want to make any changes in the playing XI unless there is an injury issue. × Playing XI (TBC): Rajasthan: Ajinkya Rahane, Rahul Tripathi, Sanju Samson, Ben Stokes, Heinrich Klassen, Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, K Gowtham, Shreyas Gopal, Dhawal Kulkarni, Jaydev Unadkat Hyderabad: Shikhar Dhawan, Kane Williamson, Wriddhiman Saha, Manish Pandey, Shakib Al Hasan, Yusuf Pathan, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Basil Thampi, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma

IPL 2018: Match preview of Hyderabad vs Rajasthan

<p>Mumbai defeated Chennai by eight wickets at&nbsp;Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Saturday, April 28.</p>

<p>The top batting order of Mumbai thrashed the bowling department&nbsp;of Chennai.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma had entered the field without Kieron Pollard, as he was&nbsp;replaced by JP Duminy also Mustafizur Rahman was&nbsp;out and Ben Cutting got&nbsp;selected.</p>

<p>On the other hand, for Chennai, Dhoni&nbsp;played&nbsp;with the same.</p>

<p>Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya scored 44, 47, 56 and 13 runs respectively. Rohit Sharma hit the winning runs to register the much needed win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Rohit Sharma won the toss and his decision to bowl favoured the team as well. Mumbai all together were looking very balanced and composed.</p>

<p>The way team Chennai has come along in the tournament, the total score, which 169 runs looks a bit less to what it was expected of the "Yellow Brigade."</p>

<p>Batting first, Shane Watson lost his wicket after scoring just 12 runs but the other opener Ambati Rayudu again proved his potential and scored 46 crucial runs.</p>

<p>MS Dhoni too contributed with his bat and scored 26 crucial runs for the team and hit some magnificent shots.</p>

<p>Suresh Raina's unbeaten 75-run knock helped Chennai to put up 150 plus runs.</p>

<p>Dwayne Bravo returned to the pavilion after scoring a duck.</p>

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The top batting order of Mumbai thrashed the bowling department of Chennai and easily achieved the set target

Mumbai defeated Chennai by eight wickets at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium on Saturday, April 28. The top batting order of Mumbai thrashed the bowling department of Chennai. Rohit Sharma had entered the field without Kieron Pollard, as he was replaced by JP Duminy also Mustafizur Rahman was out and Ben Cutting got selected. On the other hand, for Chennai, Dhoni played with the same. Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya scored 44, 47, 56 and 13 runs respectively. Rohit Sharma hit the winning runs to register the much needed win. Earlier, Rohit Sharma won the toss and his decision to bowl favoured the team as well. Mumbai all together were looking very balanced and composed. The way team Chennai has come along in the tournament, the total score, which 169 runs looks a bit less to what it was expected of the "Yellow Brigade." Batting first, Shane Watson lost his wicket after scoring just 12 runs but the other opener Ambati Rayudu again proved his potential and scored 46 crucial runs. MS Dhoni too contributed with his bat and scored 26 crucial runs for the team and hit some magnificent shots. Suresh Raina's unbeaten 75-run knock helped Chennai to put up 150 plus runs. Dwayne Bravo returned to the pavilion after scoring a duck.

IPL 2018: Rohit-led Mumbai beat Chennai by 8 wickets

<p>Under-19 stars Shivam Mavi and Avesh Khan have been scolded for breaching the Level 1 code of conduct of Indian Premier League.</p>

<p>Fast-medium bowlers Shivam Mavi and Avesh Khan play for Kolkata and Delhi respectively. Both the players made inappropriate remarks towards batsmen<span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">during Delhi-Kolkata match on Friday and</span>&nbsp;have been reprimanded by the match referee.</p>

<p>An IPL media release stated, "Both Mr. Mavi and Mr. Khan admitted to the Level 1 offence under 2.1.7 of the IPL Code of Conduct for Players and Team Officials and accepted the sanctions."</p>

<p>For Level 1 breaches of the IPL Code of Conduct, the match referee's decision is final and binding.</p>

<p>The players are reprimanded for showing a disrespectful attitude while sending-off the batsmen after taking wickets.</p>

<p>The incidents happened on Friday, April 27 during the Delhi-Kolkata clash at Feroz Shah Kotla stadium.</p>

<p>Shivam Mavi of Kolkata disrespected Colin Munro and said some derogatory words while celebrating the dismissal of the batsman.</p>

<p>In the second inning, Avesh Khan of Delhi gave Andre Russell a mouthful of abuse after taking his wicket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shivam Mavi conceded 29 runs in the Delhi innings' final over as the home team thrashed Kolkata by 55 runs and ended its losing jinx under the guidance of newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer.</p>


Fast-medium bowlers Shivam Mavi and Avesh Khan play for Kolkata and Delhi respectively. They made inappropriate remarks during the match and have been reprimanded by the match referee

Under-19 stars Shivam Mavi and Avesh Khan have been scolded for breaching the Level 1 code of conduct of Indian Premier League. Fast-medium bowlers Shivam Mavi and Avesh Khan play for Kolkata and Delhi respectively. Both the players made inappropriate remarks towards batsmen during Delhi-Kolkata match on Friday and have been reprimanded by the match referee. An IPL media release stated, "Both Mr. Mavi and Mr. Khan admitted to the Level 1 offence under 2.1.7 of the IPL Code of Conduct for Players and Team Officials and accepted the sanctions." For Level 1 breaches of the IPL Code of Conduct, the match referee's decision is final and binding. The players are reprimanded for showing a disrespectful attitude while sending-off the batsmen after taking wickets. The incidents happened on Friday, April 27 during the Delhi-Kolkata clash at Feroz Shah Kotla stadium. Shivam Mavi of Kolkata disrespected Colin Munro and said some derogatory words while celebrating the dismissal of the batsman. In the second inning, Avesh Khan of Delhi gave Andre Russell a mouthful of abuse after taking his wicket. Shivam Mavi conceded 29 runs in the Delhi innings' final over as the home team thrashed Kolkata by 55 runs and ended its losing jinx under the guidance of newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer.

Shivam Mavi, Avesh Khan reprimanded for breaching IPL code of conduct

<p>Chennai set 170-run target for Mumbai at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday. Earlier, Rohit Sharma had won the toss and opted to bowl against Chennai.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma entered the field without Kieron Pollard, as he has been replaced by JP Duminy. Also, Mustafizur Rahman is out and Ben Cutting is included in the playing XI for today's game.</p>

<p>On the other hand, for Chennai, Dhoni is playing with the same squad as with the current set of players, Chennai have gained the required momentum.</p>

<p>The way team Chennai has come along in the tournament, the total score, which is 169 runs looks a bit less as compared to what it was expected from the "Yellow Brigade."</p>

<p>Batting first, Shane Watson lost his wicket after scoring just 12 runs but the other opener Ambati Rayudu again proved his potential and scored 46 crucial runs for the team.</p>

<p>MS Dhoni too contributed with his bat and scored 26&nbsp;runs for the team and hit some magnificent shots.</p>

<p>Suresh Raina's unbeaten 75-run knock helped Chennai to put up 150 plus runs. His inning included 6 fours and 4 sixes.</p>

<p>Dwayne Bravo returned to the pavilion after scoring a duck.</p>

<p><strong>Fall of wickets:</strong></p>

<p>26-1 (Shane Watson, 4.2), 97-2 (Ambati Rayudu, 11.2), 143-3 (MS Dhoni, 17.1), 144-4 (Dwayne Bravo, 17.3), 161-5 (Sam Billings, 19.4)</p>


Suresh Raina's unbeaten 75-run knock helped Chennai to put up 150 plus runs

Chennai set 170-run target for Mumbai at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday. Earlier, Rohit Sharma had won the toss and opted to bowl against Chennai. Rohit Sharma entered the field without Kieron Pollard, as he has been replaced by JP Duminy. Also, Mustafizur Rahman is out and Ben Cutting is included in the playing XI for today's game. On the other hand, for Chennai, Dhoni is playing with the same squad as with the current set of players, Chennai have gained the required momentum. The way team Chennai has come along in the tournament, the total score, which is 169 runs looks a bit less as compared to what it was expected from the "Yellow Brigade." Batting first, Shane Watson lost his wicket after scoring just 12 runs but the other opener Ambati Rayudu again proved his potential and scored 46 crucial runs for the team. MS Dhoni too contributed with his bat and scored 26 runs for the team and hit some magnificent shots. Suresh Raina's unbeaten 75-run knock helped Chennai to put up 150 plus runs. His inning included 6 fours and 4 sixes. Dwayne Bravo returned to the pavilion after scoring a duck. Fall of wickets: 26-1 (Shane Watson, 4.2), 97-2 (Ambati Rayudu, 11.2), 143-3 (MS Dhoni, 17.1), 144-4 (Dwayne Bravo, 17.3), 161-5 (Sam Billings, 19.4)

IPL 2018: Chennai set 170-run target for Mumbai

<p>By:<strong> Mukesh Bansal</strong>*</p>

<p>Defending champion Mumbai suffered a very poor start in the eleventh edition of IPL. They have lost five out of the six games played so far. Few of the defeats were very painful as the match went to the last ball of the innings. In a format like IPL, luck matters a lot with hard work and intent.</p>

<p>Currently positioned at the bottom of the points table, every single match is very crucial for the team Mumbai and no scope of error is left.</p>

<p>In their seventh match against Chennai, which is scheduled to take place on April 28, team Mumbai has to be 100 per cent accurate with team selection, plans and executions. As one more loss will diminish their chances of qualifying for playoffs.</p>

<p>Chennai sitting at top of the points table and currently is in tremendous form and after chasing a mammoth target of 202 runs against Bangalore.</p>

<p>They have gained a required momentum and are very confident while Mumbai after a tragic defeat against Hyderabad look&nbsp;flatter.</p>

<p>For Mumbai, the upcoming match against Chennai at Pune will be very confronting considering the form and momentum of Chennai.</p>

<p>They will be under an added pressure of a must-win scenario as if they lose this one then they have to win all seven of their remaining matches.</p>

<p>The biggest worry for team Mumbai is the current form of Rohit Sharma, being one the cleanest hitter, Rohit has failed to perform in IPL 2018.</p>

<p>He must re-strategise&nbsp;and make necessary changes in the team if he looks to win tonight's clash.</p>

<p>The bowlers mainly Jasprit Bumrah and Mustafizur Rahman need to take responsibility and lead the attack from the front while batsmen need to take a calculative risk as they can’t afford any lapse.</p>

<p>Mumbai had achieved this miraculous feat in 2015 when they were at same position winning just one out of six and from there they picked up the momentum and went on to win the tournament.</p>

<p>They also have an experienced management staff with the veteran like Sachin Tendulkar who has been guiding the players to play a good cricket in any situation.</p>

<p>If Mumbai manage&nbsp;to win the clash against Dhoni-led Chennai then it will be a massive boost to the entire team.</p>

<p><em>(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)</em></p>


If Mumbai managed to win the clash against Dhoni-led Chennai then it will be a massive boost to the entire team

By: Mukesh Bansal* Defending champion Mumbai suffered a very poor start in the eleventh edition of IPL. They have lost five out of the six games played so far. Few of the defeats were very painful as the match went to the last ball of the innings. In a format like IPL, luck matters a lot with hard work and intent. Currently positioned at the bottom of the points table, every single match is very crucial for the team Mumbai and no scope of error is left. In their seventh match against Chennai, which is scheduled to take place on April 28, team Mumbai has to be 100 per cent accurate with team selection, plans and executions. As one more loss will diminish their chances of qualifying for playoffs. Chennai sitting at top of the points table and currently is in tremendous form and after chasing a mammoth target of 202 runs against Bangalore. They have gained a required momentum and are very confident while Mumbai after a tragic defeat against Hyderabad look flatter. For Mumbai, the upcoming match against Chennai at Pune will be very confronting considering the form and momentum of Chennai. They will be under an added pressure of a must-win scenario as if they lose this one then they have to win all seven of their remaining matches. The biggest worry for team Mumbai is the current form of Rohit Sharma, being one the cleanest hitter, Rohit has failed to perform in IPL 2018. He must re-strategise and make necessary changes in the team if he looks to win tonight's clash. The bowlers mainly Jasprit Bumrah and Mustafizur Rahman need to take responsibility and lead the attack from the front while batsmen need to take a calculative risk as they can’t afford any lapse. Mumbai had achieved this miraculous feat in 2015 when they were at same position winning just one out of six and from there they picked up the momentum and went on to win the tournament. They also have an experienced management staff with the veteran like Sachin Tendulkar who has been guiding the players to play a good cricket in any situation. If Mumbai manage to win the clash against Dhoni-led Chennai then it will be a massive boost to the entire team. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Blog: Mumbai need desperate win to keep hopes alive for playoffs

<p>Rohit Sharma won the toss and has opted to&nbspbowl against Chennai at&nbspMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday.</p>

<p>For Mumbai Kieron Pollard has been replaced by JP Duminy also Mustafizur Rahman is out and Ben Cutting is selected for today's game.</p>

<p>On the other hand, for Chennai, Dhoni is playing with the same squad as with the current set of players, Chennai have gained the required momentum.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Mumbai:</strong> Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Ishan Kishan(w), Rohit Sharma(c), Jean-Paul Duminy, Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah</p>

<p><strong>Chennai:</strong> Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Sam Billings, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w/c), Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Imran Tahir</p>


There is not any change in the squad and for Mumbai, Kieron Pollard has been replaced by JP Duminy also Mustafizur Rahman is out and Ben Cutting is selected for today's game

Rohit Sharma won the toss and has opted to&nbspbowl against Chennai at&nbspMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday. For Mumbai Kieron Pollard has been replaced by JP Duminy also Mustafizur Rahman is out and Ben Cutting is selected for today's game. On the other hand, for Chennai, Dhoni is playing with the same squad as with the current set of players, Chennai have gained the required momentum. Playing XI: Mumbai: Suryakumar Yadav, Evin Lewis, Ishan Kishan(w), Rohit Sharma(c), Jean-Paul Duminy, Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya, Ben Cutting, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Sam Billings, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w/c), Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Imran Tahir

IPL 2018: Rohit Sharma opts to bowl against Chennai

<p>A blockbuster IPL weekend will start with one of the most celebrated rivalries of all times. Dhoni-led Chennai face Rohit-led Mumbai at &nbspMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday.</p>

<p>Defending champions Mumbai have suffered a very poor start in the tournament whereas team Chennai is currently sitting atop points table.</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma, Suresh Raina, Evin Lewis will be central to Mumbai's batting plans and it is expected of them to give a good start but Pandya brothers need to support in the middle with some power hitting.</p>

<p>Mustafizur Rahman and Jaspreet Bumrah of Mumbai are capable enough to damage the batting strength of opponents but Chennai is not going to be easy.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Chennai have gained the required momentum and will be looking forward to beating Mumbai to today.</p>

<p>Recently, Dhoni-led Chennai chased down the mammoth total of 205 runs against Bangalore and Ambati Rayudu and Dhoni played marvelous innings.</p>

<p>Special mention to Ambati Rayudu as he scored 82 runs off 53 ball, his inning included some terrific shots. He is also the orange cap holder with total 283 runs.</p>

<p>Also, the bowling department of team Chennai has been good, they have a good mix of pace and spin. Shardul Thakur, Imran Tahir and Dwayne Bravo have taken wickets whenever it was required.</p>

<p>Although the winning probability is more towards Chennai, but cricket is game of uncertainties anything can happen.</p>

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<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p>Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Sam Billings, MS Dhoni (C & WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Imran Tahir</p>

<p>Mumbai: &nbspEvin Lewis, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan (WK), Rohit Sharma (C), Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah, Mustafizur Rahman</p>


Defending champions Mumbai have suffered a very poor start in the tournament whereas team Chennai is currently sitting atop points table

A blockbuster IPL weekend will start with one of the most celebrated rivalries of all times. Dhoni-led Chennai face Rohit-led Mumbai at &nbspMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune on Saturday. Defending champions Mumbai have suffered a very poor start in the tournament whereas team Chennai is currently sitting atop points table. Rohit Sharma, Suresh Raina, Evin Lewis will be central to Mumbai's batting plans and it is expected of them to give a good start but Pandya brothers need to support in the middle with some power hitting. Mustafizur Rahman and Jaspreet Bumrah of Mumbai are capable enough to damage the batting strength of opponents but Chennai is not going to be easy. On the other hand, Chennai have gained the required momentum and will be looking forward to beating Mumbai to today. Recently, Dhoni-led Chennai chased down the mammoth total of 205 runs against Bangalore and Ambati Rayudu and Dhoni played marvelous innings. Special mention to Ambati Rayudu as he scored 82 runs off 53 ball, his inning included some terrific shots. He is also the orange cap holder with total 283 runs. Also, the bowling department of team Chennai has been good, they have a good mix of pace and spin. Shardul Thakur, Imran Tahir and Dwayne Bravo have taken wickets whenever it was required. Although the winning probability is more towards Chennai, but cricket is game of uncertainties anything can happen. × Playing XI: Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Sam Billings, MS Dhoni (C & WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Imran Tahir Mumbai: &nbspEvin Lewis, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan (WK), Rohit Sharma (C), Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Mitchell McClenaghan, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah, Mustafizur Rahman

IPL 2018: Match preview of Chennai vs Mumbai

<p>Shreyas Iyer-led Delhi defeated Kolkata by 55 runs on Friday, April 27 at home ground Feroz Shah Kotla stadium.</p>

<p>Delhi boys outplayed Kolkata in all departments and registered a much-needed victory to earn two crucial points and revive the team from&nbsplosing streak. Before the match, Shreyas mentioned that the team was under pressure. "It's tough, not impossible," said Shreyas Iyer when was asked about winning.</p>

<p>Earlier, Kolkata skipper Dinesh Karthik had won the toss and opted to bowl to take the advantage of the pitch and playing first Delhi put up a mammoth target of 220 runs.</p>

<p>Shreyas Iyer player a splendid knock and his unbeaten 93-run knock helped Delhi to win against Kolkata. For his outstanding batting skills, he was awarded 'Man of the Match' award.</p>

<p>It was expected that Kolkata might dominate as Delhi recently have been through quite a lot and also placed at the bottom of the points table. From Injury woes to tragic defeats, Delhi has faced it all.</p>

<p>A few days back, Gautam Gambhir had stepped down as the captain and in his absence, Shreyas Iyer was been given the responsibility to lead the team.&nbsp</p>

<p>Under Shreyas' guidance, Delhi team was looking a bit settled on the field today. Especially, the batsmen were able to hold the innings and did not throw their wickets.</p>

<p>The openers, Prithvi Shaw and Colin Munro gave a required start to the team. Munro scored 33 runs before Shivan Mavi outbowled him.</p>

<p>Under-19 star Prithvi Shaw played an extraordinary inning and score 63 runs for the team.</p>

<p>Above all, newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer thrashed the Kolkata bowlers and scored unbeaten 93 runs for the team.</p>

<p>He played at a strike rate of 140.91 and his knock included three fours and ten sixes.</p>

<p>Especially the last over, when he stunned Shivam Mavi and scored 28 runs.</p>

<p>Glenn Maxwell too made a crucial contribution and scored 27 runs for the team.</p>

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Onwards and upwards! ?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilDilli?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilDilli</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dhadkega?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Dhadkega</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DDvKKR?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DDvKKR</a> <a href="https://t.co/4AHwidE9rA">pic.twitter.com/4AHwidE9rA</a></p>
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Shreyas Iyer player a splendid knock and his unbeaten 93-run knock helped Delhi to win against Kolkata

Shreyas Iyer-led Delhi defeated Kolkata by 55 runs on Friday, April 27 at home ground Feroz Shah Kotla stadium. Delhi boys outplayed Kolkata in all departments and registered a much-needed victory to earn two crucial points and revive the team from&nbsplosing streak. Before the match, Shreyas mentioned that the team was under pressure. "It's tough, not impossible," said Shreyas Iyer when was asked about winning. Earlier, Kolkata skipper Dinesh Karthik had won the toss and opted to bowl to take the advantage of the pitch and playing first Delhi put up a mammoth target of 220 runs. Shreyas Iyer player a splendid knock and his unbeaten 93-run knock helped Delhi to win against Kolkata. For his outstanding batting skills, he was awarded 'Man of the Match' award. It was expected that Kolkata might dominate as Delhi recently have been through quite a lot and also placed at the bottom of the points table. From Injury woes to tragic defeats, Delhi has faced it all. A few days back, Gautam Gambhir had stepped down as the captain and in his absence, Shreyas Iyer was been given the responsibility to lead the team. Under Shreyas' guidance, Delhi team was looking a bit settled on the field today. Especially, the batsmen were able to hold the innings and did not throw their wickets. The openers, Prithvi Shaw and Colin Munro gave a required start to the team. Munro scored 33 runs before Shivan Mavi outbowled him. Under-19 star Prithvi Shaw played an extraordinary inning and score 63 runs for the team. Above all, newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer thrashed the Kolkata bowlers and scored unbeaten 93 runs for the team. He played at a strike rate of 140.91 and his knock included three fours and ten sixes. Especially the last over, when he stunned Shivam Mavi and scored 28 runs. Glenn Maxwell too made a crucial contribution and scored 27 runs for the team. A convincing win at home! Onwards and upwards! ?#DilDilli #Dhadkega #DDvKKR pic.twitter.com/4AHwidE9rA — Delhi Daredevils (@DelhiDaredevils) April 27, 2018 × And that's it from Delhi as they post their second win of the season.@DelhiDaredevils beat #KKR by 55 runs #DDvKKR #VIVOIPL pic.twitter.com/fSXywAP3TQ — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 27, 2018 ×

IPL 2018: Gautam-less Delhi trounce Kolkata at Kotla

<p>Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 93-run knock helped Delhi to set 220-run target for Kolkata on Friday. Earlier, Kolkata skipper Dinesh Karthik had won the toss and opted to bowl to take the advantage of the pitch at Feroz Shah Kotla.</p>

<p>It was expected that Kolkata might dominate&nbsp;as Delhi recently have been through quite a lot and also placed at the bottom of the points table. From Injury woes to tragic defeats, Delhi has faced it all.</p>

<p>Recently, Gautam Gambhir stepped down as the captain and in his absence, Shreyas Iyer was been given the responsibility to lead the team.</p>

<p>Under Shreyas' guidance, Delhi team was looking a bit settled on the field today. Especially, the batsmen were able to hold the innings and did not throw their wickets.</p>

<p>The openers, Prithvi Shaw and Colin Munro gave a required start to the team. Munro scored 33 runs before Shivan Mavi outbowled him.</p>

<p>Under-19 star Prithvi Shaw played an extraordinary inning and score 63 runs for the team.</p>

<p>Above all, newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer thrashed the Kolkata bowlers and scored unbeaten 93 runs for the team.</p>

<p>He played at a strike rate of 140.91 and his knock included three fours and ten sixes.</p>

<p>Especially the last over, when he stunned Shivam Mavi and scored 28 runs.</p>

<p>Glenn Maxwell too made a crucial contribution and scored 27 runs for the team.</p>


Newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer thrashed the Kolkata bowlers and scored unbeaten 93 runs for the team with a strike rate of 140.91

Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 93-run knock helped Delhi to set 220-run target for Kolkata on Friday. Earlier, Kolkata skipper Dinesh Karthik had won the toss and opted to bowl to take the advantage of the pitch at Feroz Shah Kotla. It was expected that Kolkata might dominate as Delhi recently have been through quite a lot and also placed at the bottom of the points table. From Injury woes to tragic defeats, Delhi has faced it all. Recently, Gautam Gambhir stepped down as the captain and in his absence, Shreyas Iyer was been given the responsibility to lead the team. Under Shreyas' guidance, Delhi team was looking a bit settled on the field today. Especially, the batsmen were able to hold the innings and did not throw their wickets. The openers, Prithvi Shaw and Colin Munro gave a required start to the team. Munro scored 33 runs before Shivan Mavi outbowled him. Under-19 star Prithvi Shaw played an extraordinary inning and score 63 runs for the team. Above all, newly appointed skipper Shreyas Iyer thrashed the Kolkata bowlers and scored unbeaten 93 runs for the team. He played at a strike rate of 140.91 and his knock included three fours and ten sixes. Especially the last over, when he stunned Shivam Mavi and scored 28 runs. Glenn Maxwell too made a crucial contribution and scored 27 runs for the team.

IPL 2018: Shreyas shines in skipper role as Delhi set 220-run target for Kolkata

<p>South African pacer Junior Dala has been included in the Delhi squad as the replacement for injured Chris Morris for the remainder of Indian Premier League 2018.</p>

<p>Chris Morris has been ruled out of the ongoing edition of IPL as he is suffering back injury. He had missed the last game against Punjab which Delhi, eventually, lost.&nbsp</p>

<p>Morris has played only four games out of six and was not contributing&nbspmuch to the team.</p>

<p>Dala made his career debut for South Africa against India this year in a three-match&nbspT20 series.</p>

<p>He came into prominence in the same series by taking seven wickets in the series. Dala will be wearing jersey No 3 for Daredevils.</p>

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Hope to see you back in DD colours soon! ?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DilDilli?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DilDilli</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Dhadkega?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Dhadkega</a> <a href="https://t.co/fxlsGuI3Q5">https://t.co/fxlsGuI3Q5</a></p>
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Chris Morris has been ruled out of the ongoing edition of IPL as he is suffering back injury

South African pacer Junior Dala has been included in the Delhi squad as the replacement for injured Chris Morris for the remainder of Indian Premier League 2018. Chris Morris has been ruled out of the ongoing edition of IPL as he is suffering back injury. He had missed the last game against Punjab which Delhi, eventually, lost. Morris has played only four games out of six and was not contributing&nbspmuch to the team. Dala made his career debut for South Africa against India this year in a three-match&nbspT20 series. He came into prominence in the same series by taking seven wickets in the series. Dala will be wearing jersey No 3 for Daredevils. Wish you a speedy recovery champ! Hope to see you back in DD colours soon! ?#DilDilli #Dhadkega https://t.co/fxlsGuI3Q5 — Delhi Daredevils (@DelhiDaredevils) April 27, 2018 ×

IPL 2018: Junior Dala replaces injured Chris Morris in Delhi squad

<p>Gautam Gambhir has not been included in the squad of Delhi for the match&nbsp;against Kolkata on Friday, April 27 at Feroz Shah Kotla.</p>

<p>A few days back, Gambhir had stepped down as Delhi's captain and in his absence, Shreyas Iyer has been given the responsibility to lead the team.</p>

<p>So far Gambhir has scored just 85 runs in all six matches he played with a strike rate of 96.59 which is lowest among all other captains of IPL 2018.</p>

<p>Currently, MS Dhoni's strike rate is best of all, which is above 151 and his outstanding batting is reflected in Chennai's overall performance as well.</p>

<p>In a recent media interaction, when Gambhir had announced&nbsp;that he quit the captaincy, chief of Delhi franchise, Hemant Dua, had indicated that Gambhir will be guiding the players.</p>

<p>So, does that mean that Gautam Gambhir has been dropped from the team following his poor performance in IPL 2018?</p>


Gautam Gambhir has not been included in the squad of Delhi for the match against Kolkata

Gautam Gambhir has not been included in the squad of Delhi for the match against Kolkata on Friday, April 27 at Feroz Shah Kotla. A few days back, Gambhir had stepped down as Delhi's captain and in his absence, Shreyas Iyer has been given the responsibility to lead the team. So far Gambhir has scored just 85 runs in all six matches he played with a strike rate of 96.59 which is lowest among all other captains of IPL 2018. Currently, MS Dhoni's strike rate is best of all, which is above 151 and his outstanding batting is reflected in Chennai's overall performance as well. In a recent media interaction, when Gambhir had announced that he quit the captaincy, chief of Delhi franchise, Hemant Dua, had indicated that Gambhir will be guiding the players. So, does that mean that Gautam Gambhir has been dropped from the team following his poor performance in IPL 2018?

IPL: After stepping down as Delhi captain, Gambhir dropped?