Team India is now gearing up for the white-ball series versus Kieron Pollard-led West Indies at home. The national side ended a disastrous tour of South Africa, where the senior team lost the three Tests 2-1 but were whitewashed in the preceding three ODIs.

During the ODIs, the likes of Yuzvendra Chahal, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, KL Rahul (who was the stand-in captain) and the middle and lower-order failed to do anything extra ordinary. After the flop show in South Africa, the Men in Blue will now look to return back to winning ways versus the West Indies team.&nbsp;

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Prior to the series, former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel has issued warning to key bowler Yuzi Chahal to be among wickets after the flop show in SA. "You expect Chahal to take wickets in the middle overs but he wasn't as successful. As a captain, I would expect this from Chahal because he's playing for so many years. These are wickets where there is spin and bounce (talking about the ODI series in South Africa),” Parthiv said on&nbsp;Cricbuzz.

“Chahal will be under pressure. If he doesn't take wickets, there are players like Rahul Chahar who was picked ahead of him in the T20 World Cup, and Ravi Bishnoi as well, who has been producing consistent performances. I believe both, India and Chahal will have to think about this because his main role in the team is to take wickets in the middle overs. If he doesn't even bowl 10 overs on a wicket that assists spin (Cape Town ODI), it shows that he didn't meet the expectations," he added.

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Chahal returned with only 2 wickets at a disappointing average of 73.50 during the forgettable ODI series in the African nation. With the likes of Chahar, Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar in the mix for the WI white-ball series, Yuzi Chahal will certainly feel the pressure to deliver. Will he regain his form? Only time will tell...

Squads for WI series:

ODI squad:&nbsp;Rohit Sharma (Capt), KL Rahul (vc), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shikhar, Virat Kohli, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant (wk), D Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Y Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Avesh Khan

T20I squad: Rohit Sharma(Capt),KL Rahul (vc),Ishan Kishan,Virat Kohli,Shreyas Iyer,Surya Kumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk),Venkatesh Iyer, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi, Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Washington Sundar, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar, Avesh Khan, Harshal Patel

Team India is now gearing up for the white-ball series versus Kieron Pollard-led West Indies at home. The national side ended a disastrous tour of South Africa, where the senior team lost the three Tests 2-1 but were whitewashed in the preceding three ODIs.

Team India is now gearing up for the white-ball series versus Kieron Pollard-led West Indies at home. The national side ended a disastrous tour of South Africa, where the senior team lost the three Tests 2-1 but were whitewashed in the preceding three ODIs. During the ODIs, the likes of Yuzvendra Chahal, R Ashwin, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, KL Rahul (who was the stand-in captain) and the middle and lower-order failed to do anything extra ordinary. After the flop show in South Africa, the Men in Blue will now look to return back to winning ways versus the West Indies team. ALSO READ | Rohit Sharma has won like MS Dhoni: Former WI skipper heaps praise on India's white-ball captain Prior to the series, former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Parthiv Patel has issued warning to key bowler Yuzi Chahal to be among wickets after the flop show in SA. "You expect Chahal to take wickets in the middle overs but he wasn't as successful. As a captain, I would expect this from Chahal because he's playing for so many years. These are wickets where there is spin and bounce (talking about the ODI series in South Africa),” Parthiv said on Cricbuzz. “Chahal will be under pressure. If he doesn't take wickets, there are players like Rahul Chahar who was picked ahead of him in the T20 World Cup, and Ravi Bishnoi as well, who has been producing consistent performances. I believe both, India and Chahal will have to think about this because his main role in the team is to take wickets in the middle overs. If he doesn't even bowl 10 overs on a wicket that assists spin (Cape Town ODI), it shows that he didn't meet the expectations," he added. ALSO READ | BCCI announces Rohit-led India squad for WI series; Jasprit Bumrah, Md Shami rested, Jadeja misses out Chahal returned with only 2 wickets at a disappointing average of 73.50 during the forgettable ODI series in the African nation. With the likes of Chahar, Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar in the mix for the WI white-ball series, Yuzi Chahal will certainly feel the pressure to deliver. Will he regain his form? Only time will tell... Squads for WI series: ODI squad: Rohit Sharma (Capt), KL Rahul (vc), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shikhar, Virat Kohli, Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Deepak Hooda, Rishabh Pant (wk), D Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Y Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Avesh Khan T20I squad: Rohit Sharma(Capt),KL Rahul (vc),Ishan Kishan,Virat Kohli,Shreyas Iyer,Surya Kumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (wk),Venkatesh Iyer, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Ravi Bishnoi, Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Washington Sundar, Mohd. Siraj, Bhuvneshwar, Avesh Khan, Harshal Patel

'Would expect him to be among wickets': Parthiv Patel issues warning to key bowler after flop show vs SA

Former India wicket-keeper batsman Parthiv Patel lauded Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni after he guided his side to a comprehensive six-wicket win against Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 on Saturday.

CSK chased down the target of 157 runs with eleven balls to spare to register their second successive win on the trot in the UAE leg and move to the top spot on the points table. Dhoni once again marshalled his troops to perfection as CSK bowlers managed to restrict RCB to a modest total of 156 runs despite a brilliant start from their openers Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal.

Kohli showed a glimpse of return to form with a classy 53 off 41 balls while Padikkal slammed 70 off 50 deliveries. The duo posted a 111-run stand for the opening wicket but RCB lost the plot after a middle-order collapse as Dwayne Bravo and Shardul Thakur got CSK back into the contest.

Bravo and Shardul picked up five wickets between them to help CSK restrict RCB on 156/6 in 20 overs. CSK chased down the target with eleven balls to spare to move to the top of the points table. Parthiv was all praise for Dhoni after CSK's victory as he called him 'Mentor Singh Dhoni' for guiding youngsters.

"There is a reason why we now say Mentor Singh Dhoni," Parthiv Patel said on Star Sports, as he explained why Dhoni's appointment as Team India's mentor for T20 World Cup 2021 can work wonders for the Virat Kohli-led side.

"He has been around for so many years, he understands the situation. He is a master of reading the pitches and a master of how to get the best out of your bowlers. He knows how to get the best out of Bravo, Shardul Thakur or Deepak Chahar.

"The good thing is that everyone trusts him. When there is a good plan, everyone trust him with it because there is a lot of experience behind it and lot of success behind it," he added.

Dhoni's CSK currently sit on the top of the points table with 14 points from nine matches and are one win away from all but confirming their spot in the playoffs this season. Dhoni, who has retired from international cricket, will be returning to team India's dressing room as a mentor for the T20 World Cup 2021 after the conclusion of IPL 2021. 
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Former India wicket-keeper batsman Parthiv Patel lauded Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni after he guided his side to a comprehensive six-wicket win against Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 on Saturday.

Former India wicket-keeper batsman Parthiv Patel lauded Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni after he guided his side to a comprehensive six-wicket win against Virat Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 on Saturday. CSK chased down the target of 157 runs with eleven balls to spare to register their second successive win on the trot in the UAE leg and move to the top spot on the points table. Dhoni once again marshalled his troops to perfection as CSK bowlers managed to restrict RCB to a modest total of 156 runs despite a brilliant start from their openers Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal. Kohli showed a glimpse of return to form with a classy 53 off 41 balls while Padikkal slammed 70 off 50 deliveries. The duo posted a 111-run stand for the opening wicket but RCB lost the plot after a middle-order collapse as Dwayne Bravo and Shardul Thakur got CSK back into the contest. Bravo and Shardul picked up five wickets between them to help CSK restrict RCB on 156/6 in 20 overs. CSK chased down the target with eleven balls to spare to move to the top of the points table. Parthiv was all praise for Dhoni after CSK's victory as he called him 'Mentor Singh Dhoni' for guiding youngsters. "There is a reason why we now say Mentor Singh Dhoni," Parthiv Patel said on Star Sports, as he explained why Dhoni's appointment as Team India's mentor for T20 World Cup 2021 can work wonders for the Virat Kohli-led side. "He has been around for so many years, he understands the situation. He is a master of reading the pitches and a master of how to get the best out of your bowlers. He knows how to get the best out of Bravo, Shardul Thakur or Deepak Chahar. "The good thing is that everyone trusts him. When there is a good plan, everyone trust him with it because there is a lot of experience behind it and lot of success behind it," he added. Dhoni's CSK currently sit on the top of the points table with 14 points from nine matches and are one win away from all but confirming their spot in the playoffs this season. Dhoni, who has retired from international cricket, will be returning to team India's dressing room as a mentor for the T20 World Cup 2021 after the conclusion of IPL 2021.

Everyone trusts Mentor Singh Dhoni: Parthiv Patel lauds MSD after CSK thrash RCB in IPL 2021

Former Team India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel believes that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will feel 'jitters' in their minds before entering the second half of the Indian Premier League 2021 in UAE.&nbsp;

The second phase of IPL 2021 starts on September 19 and the league phase ends on October 8. Qualifier 1 will take place on October 10 while the Eliminator will be held on October 11.&nbsp;

Qualifier 2 will take place on October 13 and the final will take place on October 15.&nbsp;

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"Definitely I think there would be jitters in CSK's mind, there would be jitters in probably RCB`s mind. You know we're talking about teams like CSK, they wanted games behind their back, someone like Dhoni, like Raina, Like Rayudu, like Robin Uthappa, they're not playing cricket throughout the year, but they're just getting into the groove and they got this break," said Parthiv Patel on Star Sports show 'Game Plan'.

"And teams like RCB you know, they need that momentum to start the tournament which they had, so I think these are the two teams which would be thinking 'Oh okay we'll go again, and start from scratch'. This break for teams which are at 4,5,6 they would be thinking that they have a chance to come back and teams who are in the 2nd or 3rd would be thinking that they have to start well again," he added.&nbsp;

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The 14th season, which was postponed in May this year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume on September 19 in Dubai with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;

The action will then shift to Abu Dhabi where Kolkata Knight Riders will square off against Royal Challengers Bangalore.&nbsp;

Sharjah will host its first game on September 24 when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Chennai Super Kings. &nbsp;

In all, 13 matches will be held in Dubai, 10 in Sharjah, and 8 in Abu Dhabi.

Former Team India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel believes that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will feel 'jitters' in their minds before entering the second half of the Indian Premier League 2021 in UAE.

Former Team India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel believes that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will feel 'jitters' in their minds before entering the second half of the Indian Premier League 2021 in UAE. The second phase of IPL 2021 starts on September 19 and the league phase ends on October 8. Qualifier 1 will take place on October 10 while the Eliminator will be held on October 11. Qualifier 2 will take place on October 13 and the final will take place on October 15. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: Dinesh Karthik confident of KKR qualification for play-offs "Definitely I think there would be jitters in CSK's mind, there would be jitters in probably RCB`s mind. You know we're talking about teams like CSK, they wanted games behind their back, someone like Dhoni, like Raina, Like Rayudu, like Robin Uthappa, they're not playing cricket throughout the year, but they're just getting into the groove and they got this break," said Parthiv Patel on Star Sports show 'Game Plan'. "And teams like RCB you know, they need that momentum to start the tournament which they had, so I think these are the two teams which would be thinking 'Oh okay we'll go again, and start from scratch'. This break for teams which are at 4,5,6 they would be thinking that they have a chance to come back and teams who are in the 2nd or 3rd would be thinking that they have to start well again," he added. IN PICS | From spot-fixing scandal to MS Dhoni's anger: Top IPL controversies through the years The 14th season, which was postponed in May this year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume on September 19 in Dubai with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians. The action will then shift to Abu Dhabi where Kolkata Knight Riders will square off against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Sharjah will host its first game on September 24 when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Chennai Super Kings. In all, 13 matches will be held in Dubai, 10 in Sharjah, and 8 in Abu Dhabi.

IPL 2021: There would be 'jitters' in CSK and RCB players' minds, feels Parthiv Patel

Virat Kohli is now the most successful Indian Test skipper yet an ICC trophy actually keeps on escaping him. Virat Kohli has driven India in the 2017 Champions Trophy where Team India ended up as runners-up and in the 2019 World Cup Team India was knocked out in the semi-finals yet in spite of playing some quality cricket India didn't figure out how to arise as victors. Along these lines, Parthiv Patel believes the forthcoming World Test Championship finale against New Zealand will be Virat Kohli's opportunity to get his hands on an ICC trophy as the skipper of India.&nbsp;

"Now there is a chance for Virat Kohli - who has been eluded from the ICC trophy. He has led India in a couple of ICC tournaments, but this is big, winning the Test championship would be a big feather in his cap," Parthiv Parthiv told Star Sports.

Parthiv Patel believes that Virat Kohli's exhibition with the willow will hold the way into India's possibilities in the impending World Test Championship finale.&nbsp;

Team India is set to play New Zealand in the marquee occasion in Southampton beginning June 18.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli will be anxious to win an ICC Trophy for Team India under his administration. He will likewise want to be at the highest point of his game with the bat close by and make a match-characterizing commitment.&nbsp;

"I don't think Virat Kohli would be worried about his own performance" - Parthiv Patel said.

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Virat Kohli delighted in incredible accomplishment with the bat on India's 2018 visit through England&nbsp;

Parthiv Patel saw that the teams' advantage will be first on Virat Kohli's psyche and that he won't be worried about his own individual presentation.&nbsp;

"Knowing Virat Kohli, I don't think he would be worried about his own performance at this point in time. He would be only thinking about how he can contribute so that India goes on to win this Test match."

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Parthiv Patel concluded&nbsp;by expressing that Kohli will need to draw on his encounters from India's last visit through England, where he had made something happen in the wake of going through a sweltering time in 2014.&nbsp;

"He will go back to his drawing board and see what kind of adjustment he had made after the 2014 series and he came back brilliantly. There was a question mark over his technique and how he would play against Jimmy Anderson but he came back strongly. He definitely holds the key as far as India's batting is concerned."

There were question marks raised about Virat Kohli's strategy against the swinging ball after he averaged only 13.40 in five Tests in India's 2014 visit through England.&nbsp;

Be that as it may, he addressed every one of his faultfinders on India's last visit in 2018, as he amassed 593 runs at a phenomenal average of 59.30 and appeared to be untroubled by the moving ball.

Virat Kohli is now the most successful Indian Test skipper yet an ICC trophy actually keeps on escaping him. Virat Kohli has driven India in the 2017 Champions Trophy where Team India ended up as runners-up and in the 2019 World Cup Team India was knocked out in the semi-finals yet in spite of playing some quality cricket India didn't figure out how to arise as victors.

Virat Kohli is now the most successful Indian Test skipper yet an ICC trophy actually keeps on escaping him. Virat Kohli has driven India in the 2017 Champions Trophy where Team India ended up as runners-up and in the 2019 World Cup Team India was knocked out in the semi-finals yet in spite of playing some quality cricket India didn't figure out how to arise as victors. Along these lines, Parthiv Patel believes the forthcoming World Test Championship finale against New Zealand will be Virat Kohli's opportunity to get his hands on an ICC trophy as the skipper of India. "Now there is a chance for Virat Kohli - who has been eluded from the ICC trophy. He has led India in a couple of ICC tournaments, but this is big, winning the Test championship would be a big feather in his cap," Parthiv Parthiv told Star Sports. Parthiv Patel believes that Virat Kohli's exhibition with the willow will hold the way into India's possibilities in the impending World Test Championship finale. Team India is set to play New Zealand in the marquee occasion in Southampton beginning June 18. Virat Kohli will be anxious to win an ICC Trophy for Team India under his administration. He will likewise want to be at the highest point of his game with the bat close by and make a match-characterizing commitment. "I don't think Virat Kohli would be worried about his own performance" - Parthiv Patel said. ALSO READ: Cricket: Jamieson dismisses skipper Root on the very first ball of the day - WATCH Virat Kohli delighted in incredible accomplishment with the bat on India's 2018 visit through England Parthiv Patel saw that the teams' advantage will be first on Virat Kohli's psyche and that he won't be worried about his own individual presentation. "Knowing Virat Kohli, I don't think he would be worried about his own performance at this point in time. He would be only thinking about how he can contribute so that India goes on to win this Test match." ALSO READ: Cricket: Mike Hesson compares Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson's captaincy styles ahead of WTC Final Parthiv Patel concluded by expressing that Kohli will need to draw on his encounters from India's last visit through England, where he had made something happen in the wake of going through a sweltering time in 2014. "He will go back to his drawing board and see what kind of adjustment he had made after the 2014 series and he came back brilliantly. There was a question mark over his technique and how he would play against Jimmy Anderson but he came back strongly. He definitely holds the key as far as India's batting is concerned." There were question marks raised about Virat Kohli's strategy against the swinging ball after he averaged only 13.40 in five Tests in India's 2014 visit through England. Be that as it may, he addressed every one of his faultfinders on India's last visit in 2018, as he amassed 593 runs at a phenomenal average of 59.30 and appeared to be untroubled by the moving ball.

WTC Final: Virat Kohli's exhibition with bat will be the key for India, says Parthiv Patel

Parthiv Patel trusts Team India has a preferred and better squad over New Zealand as the Virat Kohli-led side has every base covered. Team India will be taking on the Black Caps in the World Test Championship final, beginning on June 18 in Southampton. A 20-member Indian contingent has been named for the finale.&nbsp;

During a conversation on Star Sports, Parthiv Patel brought up that India has a balanced squad that incorporates three intense seam bowlers.

"I think it looks a really strong squad. If you want to compare India and New Zealand squad, we have covered all the bases. If you talk about fast bowlers, we have got Bumrah, Ishant, and Shami," said Parthiv Patel

"If either of them is not fit, then there is Mohammed Siraj, Umesh Yadav, enough depth in the squad,"- he added.

Aside from the previously mentioned five pacers, Team India additionally has Shardul Thakur in the squad. He could be valuable in English conditions and will add solidity to the batting if named in the playing XI.

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Parthiv Patel featured India have an imposing batting setup, taking into account that a cultivated batsman like KL Rahul is probably not going to include in the playing XI.

"If you talk about batsmen - Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Cheteshwar Pujara, Rishabh Pant. There are proper batsmen who can bat well in England. Everyone has got runs and there is a spare batsman in KL Rahul, imagine KL Rahul not finding a place in this Test squad. So, how strong this squad could be," Parthiv Patel said.

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"Axar Patel, who was probably Man of the Series or Man of the Match in a lot of matches against England. He came in place of Ravindra Jadeja and it never felt like Ravindra Jadeja was out. Now Ravindra Jadeja will be back, Ashwin will be back. So, this squad looks really strong,"&nbsp;he concluded. 
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Parthiv Patel trusts Team India has a preferred and better squad over New Zealand as the Virat Kohli-led side has every base covered. Team India will be taking on the Black Caps in the World Test Championship final, beginning on June 18 in Southampton.

Parthiv Patel trusts Team India has a preferred and better squad over New Zealand as the Virat Kohli-led side has every base covered. Team India will be taking on the Black Caps in the World Test Championship final, beginning on June 18 in Southampton. A 20-member Indian contingent has been named for the finale. During a conversation on Star Sports, Parthiv Patel brought up that India has a balanced squad that incorporates three intense seam bowlers. "I think it looks a really strong squad. If you want to compare India and New Zealand squad, we have covered all the bases. If you talk about fast bowlers, we have got Bumrah, Ishant, and Shami," said Parthiv Patel "If either of them is not fit, then there is Mohammed Siraj, Umesh Yadav, enough depth in the squad,"- he added. Aside from the previously mentioned five pacers, Team India additionally has Shardul Thakur in the squad. He could be valuable in English conditions and will add solidity to the batting if named in the playing XI. ALSO READ: A virus has been removed from his batting: Ajay Jadeja on Indian youngster's return to form in IPL 2021 Parthiv Patel featured India have an imposing batting setup, taking into account that a cultivated batsman like KL Rahul is probably not going to include in the playing XI. "If you talk about batsmen - Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Cheteshwar Pujara, Rishabh Pant. There are proper batsmen who can bat well in England. Everyone has got runs and there is a spare batsman in KL Rahul, imagine KL Rahul not finding a place in this Test squad. So, how strong this squad could be," Parthiv Patel said. ALSO READ: Lasith Malinga could return to Sri Lanka for ICC T20 World Cup "Axar Patel, who was probably Man of the Series or Man of the Match in a lot of matches against England. He came in place of Ravindra Jadeja and it never felt like Ravindra Jadeja was out. Now Ravindra Jadeja will be back, Ashwin will be back. So, this squad looks really strong," he concluded.

WTC Final: 'Looks a really strong squad' - Parthiv Patel believes Team India is stronger than New Zealand

Former India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel picked Rishabh Pant as the X-factor for the Delhi Capitals side and said he is a brilliant player who can be better than former skipper MS Dhoni.

Pant had a great last year in the IPL which saw him earn a spot in the Indian team. Pant has not looked back since. He made the most of his opportunities, be it Test cricket, ODIs, or T20Is. He was also named as the captain of the Capitals` squad for this season.

Speaking on Star Sports` show Game Plan, Parthiv Patel said, "I think Rishabh Pant carries a lot of confidence with him and that`s what you want when you are playing a T20 game. You don`t want any doubts in your mind and especially a player like Rishabh Pant. He was burdened with the comparison of MS Dhoni and he also tried to do that, but he himself is a brilliant player. He doesn`t have to worry about being like MS Dhoni. He can be better than MS Dhoni or he can win matches on his own every given time. So, I think Rishabh Pant will probably hold the key for Delhi Capitals."

Parthiv further analysed the Mumbai Indians` team for IPL 2021 and said, "I don`t think Mumbai Indians will be thinking of where they are playing next. All the teams would be thinking about where they are playing first and you know, try and get their best team forward, try and get their best XI on the path.

"If they are playing in Chennai, you might expect some spinner but from the Mumbai Indians point of view, I don`t think they have to tinker a lot with their playing XI because Hardik Pandya is bowling quite a bit now, almost bowling 4 overs, Pollard bowls his slower ones really well, which might be useful on a Chennai wicket. And obviously, Rahul Chahar had an outstanding IPL, a couple of outstanding IPLs and hence, he was picked for India. Krunal Pandya`s 4 overs, his form in domestic cricket, so I can go on and on about it," he added.

When asked about his thoughts on whether Royal Challengers Bangalore will have the right start in the IPL, he said, "It all matters how you are ending the tournament, doesn`t it? I think we have seen Mumbai Indians so many times, not starting the tournament well, but picking at the right time, but once they get to the business end of the tournament, you know if they have to win five out of five, they have the team to go win it in Kolkata.

"But I think there were a lot of questions to be answered in the auction, but I don`t think they have answered those questions. Just because they were not expecting it to go out of Bangalore. Hence, Moeen Ali went. If Moeen Ali was there, it would have been a different XI altogether. And one player actually can change the composition of the XI. As he rightly said, attention was to try to get away from ABD and Virat, but how much attention they are trying to win it away inside the team will matter the most and not outside of the team," he added.

The IPL 2021 is slated to begin on April 9 with Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore locking horns in the tournament opener.&nbsp;

Former India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel picked Rishabh Pant as the X-factor for the Delhi Capitals side and said he is a brilliant player who can be better than former skipper MS Dhoni.

Former India wicket-keeper Parthiv Patel picked Rishabh Pant as the X-factor for the Delhi Capitals side and said he is a brilliant player who can be better than former skipper MS Dhoni. Pant had a great last year in the IPL which saw him earn a spot in the Indian team. Pant has not looked back since. He made the most of his opportunities, be it Test cricket, ODIs, or T20Is. He was also named as the captain of the Capitals` squad for this season. Speaking on Star Sports` show Game Plan, Parthiv Patel said, "I think Rishabh Pant carries a lot of confidence with him and that`s what you want when you are playing a T20 game. You don`t want any doubts in your mind and especially a player like Rishabh Pant. He was burdened with the comparison of MS Dhoni and he also tried to do that, but he himself is a brilliant player. He doesn`t have to worry about being like MS Dhoni. He can be better than MS Dhoni or he can win matches on his own every given time. So, I think Rishabh Pant will probably hold the key for Delhi Capitals." Parthiv further analysed the Mumbai Indians` team for IPL 2021 and said, "I don`t think Mumbai Indians will be thinking of where they are playing next. All the teams would be thinking about where they are playing first and you know, try and get their best team forward, try and get their best XI on the path. "If they are playing in Chennai, you might expect some spinner but from the Mumbai Indians point of view, I don`t think they have to tinker a lot with their playing XI because Hardik Pandya is bowling quite a bit now, almost bowling 4 overs, Pollard bowls his slower ones really well, which might be useful on a Chennai wicket. And obviously, Rahul Chahar had an outstanding IPL, a couple of outstanding IPLs and hence, he was picked for India. Krunal Pandya`s 4 overs, his form in domestic cricket, so I can go on and on about it," he added. When asked about his thoughts on whether Royal Challengers Bangalore will have the right start in the IPL, he said, "It all matters how you are ending the tournament, doesn`t it? I think we have seen Mumbai Indians so many times, not starting the tournament well, but picking at the right time, but once they get to the business end of the tournament, you know if they have to win five out of five, they have the team to go win it in Kolkata. "But I think there were a lot of questions to be answered in the auction, but I don`t think they have answered those questions. Just because they were not expecting it to go out of Bangalore. Hence, Moeen Ali went. If Moeen Ali was there, it would have been a different XI altogether. And one player actually can change the composition of the XI. As he rightly said, attention was to try to get away from ABD and Virat, but how much attention they are trying to win it away inside the team will matter the most and not outside of the team," he added. The IPL 2021 is slated to begin on April 9 with Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore locking horns in the tournament opener.

IPL 2021: Pant doesn't have to worry about being like MS Dhoni, can be better, says Parthiv

India's Parthiv Patel, who was the youngest Test wicketkeeper when he made his debut against England in 2002, on Wednesday retired from all cricket.

Overshadowed for much of his career by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Patel, who was 17 years and 153 days on his international debut, played his 25th and last Test for India in 2018.

"Today, I announce retirement from all forms of cricket and as I bring down curtains on this 18-year-old cricketing journey, I feel heavier with gratitude for many," the 35-year-old said in a statement.

He added that India's management had "showed generous amount of confidence and faith in a 17-year-old boy to play for India".

Patel made his debut under Sourav Ganguly, current president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India. He had a batting average of over 31, including six half-centuries, in his stop-start career.

The diminutive Patel also played 38 one-day internationals and two Twenty20 matches for the national team.

He had a prolific career in India's domestic championships, scoring more than 11,000 runs and appearing for Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore among six teams in the Indian Premier League.

India's Parthiv Patel, who was the youngest Test wicketkeeper when he made his debut against England in 2002, on Wednesday retired from all cricket. Overshadowed for much of his career by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Patel, who was 17 years and 153 days on his international debut, played his 25th and last Test for India in 2018.

India's Parthiv Patel, who was the youngest Test wicketkeeper when he made his debut against England in 2002, on Wednesday retired from all cricket. Overshadowed for much of his career by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Patel, who was 17 years and 153 days on his international debut, played his 25th and last Test for India in 2018. "Today, I announce retirement from all forms of cricket and as I bring down curtains on this 18-year-old cricketing journey, I feel heavier with gratitude for many," the 35-year-old said in a statement. He added that India's management had "showed generous amount of confidence and faith in a 17-year-old boy to play for India". Patel made his debut under Sourav Ganguly, current president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India. He had a batting average of over 31, including six half-centuries, in his stop-start career. The diminutive Patel also played 38 one-day internationals and two Twenty20 matches for the national team. He had a prolific career in India's domestic championships, scoring more than 11,000 runs and appearing for Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore among six teams in the Indian Premier League.

Indian wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel retires from all forms of cricket

Parthiv Patel, the man whose direct hit gave Bangalore an improbable one-run win over Chennai, said he was left quite surprised when Mahendra Singh Dhoni missed hitting the last ball of the cliffhanger.&nbsp;

Patel wasn't expecting a marauding Dhoni to miss Umesh Yadav's slower delivery before his direct throw <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-bangalore-just-about-manage-to-beat-ms-dhoni-led-team-in-a-last-ball-thriller-212453">sealed it for the home team</a> on Sunday night.&nbsp;

Dhoni scored 24 off the first five balls of the final over before missing the last ball. A scramble for one run ended in Parthiv's direct throw leaving Shardul Thakur short of his crease.&nbsp;

"We honestly wanted him (Dhoni) to hit through the off-side on the shorter side of the ground. If he had hit it on the leg-side, there were two runs because I don't think the way he runs, there was any chance of stopping those two," an elated Patel said at the post-match press conference.&nbsp;

"So we wanted (Umesh) to bowl slower and outside the off-stump and surprisingly he missed it. I wasn't expecting him to miss it but surprisingly he missed it," he said.&nbsp;

Patel said if Dhoni is around then 70 to 80 runs in the last five overs is always gettable at the Chinnaswamy.&nbsp;

"Playing in Bangalore or Mumbai, you know that 70 runs in the last five overs is gettable. You need at least have 80-90 runs to get in last five overs to defend. So, we wanted to squeeze him.&nbsp;

"We wanted to bowl as many dot balls to him as possible, and put pressure on other batsmen because everybody knows how MS is. He wanted the game to go down to last three-four overs and he almost won the game," said Patel.&nbsp;

The wicketkeeper-batsman scored his second half-century of the season and said that coach Gary Kirsten's advice of choosing the correct bowlers was key to his success.&nbsp;

"Before the game started, I was talking to Gary and he said 'you don't have worry of anything you need to choose your bowlers' and that is exactly what I did," said Patel.&nbsp;

He is happy to open the batting as he can use the Powerplay overs to his advantage.&nbsp;

"Honestly, it is great to be playing in the opening slot with Virat and AB coming in at number three. Actually, I don't have to do much. I try to make sure that I hit couple of boundaries and try and rotate the strike.&nbsp;

"You know, I have been working hard on my game. I have been there in Australia for a couple of months...I have been working hard and I am quite happy with the way I am batting," he said.

Parthiv Patel, the man whose direct hit gave Bangalore an improbable one-run win over Chennai, said he was left quite surprised when Mahendra Singh Dhoni missed hitting the last ball of the cliffhanger.

Parthiv Patel, the man whose direct hit gave Bangalore an improbable one-run win over Chennai, said he was left quite surprised when Mahendra Singh Dhoni missed hitting the last ball of the cliffhanger. Patel wasn't expecting a marauding Dhoni to miss Umesh Yadav's slower delivery before his direct throw sealed it for the home team on Sunday night. Dhoni scored 24 off the first five balls of the final over before missing the last ball. A scramble for one run ended in Parthiv's direct throw leaving Shardul Thakur short of his crease. "We honestly wanted him (Dhoni) to hit through the off-side on the shorter side of the ground. If he had hit it on the leg-side, there were two runs because I don't think the way he runs, there was any chance of stopping those two," an elated Patel said at the post-match press conference. "So we wanted (Umesh) to bowl slower and outside the off-stump and surprisingly he missed it. I wasn't expecting him to miss it but surprisingly he missed it," he said. Patel said if Dhoni is around then 70 to 80 runs in the last five overs is always gettable at the Chinnaswamy. "Playing in Bangalore or Mumbai, you know that 70 runs in the last five overs is gettable. You need at least have 80-90 runs to get in last five overs to defend. So, we wanted to squeeze him. "We wanted to bowl as many dot balls to him as possible, and put pressure on other batsmen because everybody knows how MS is. He wanted the game to go down to last three-four overs and he almost won the game," said Patel. The wicketkeeper-batsman scored his second half-century of the season and said that coach Gary Kirsten's advice of choosing the correct bowlers was key to his success. "Before the game started, I was talking to Gary and he said 'you don't have worry of anything you need to choose your bowlers' and that is exactly what I did," said Patel. He is happy to open the batting as he can use the Powerplay overs to his advantage. "Honestly, it is great to be playing in the opening slot with Virat and AB coming in at number three. Actually, I don't have to do much. I try to make sure that I hit couple of boundaries and try and rotate the strike. "You know, I have been working hard on my game. I have been there in Australia for a couple of months...I have been working hard and I am quite happy with the way I am batting," he said.

Never expected MS Dhoni to miss that last ball: Parthiv Patel

Skipper Virat Kohli was at local boy Mohammed Siraj's house to enjoy some Hyderabad delicious, a day before Bangalore face the Hyderabad in a must-win clash to keep their playoff hopes alive in the 2018 Indian Premier League.&nbsp

Kohli was accompanied with other Bangalore players including Yuzvendra Chahal, Parthiv Patel, Mandeep Singh at Tolichowki to enjoy some appetizing Hyderabadi biryani for dinner.

A video of the players was also shot where they can be seen gorging on Hyderabadi food and enjoying an IPL match on television.&nbsp

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Siraj came into the spotlight last year when Hyderabad spent a mind-boggling Rs 2.6 crore after his impressive run in the domestic circuit. He was rewarded with a national team call-up later on.&nbsp

Ahead of the 2018 IPL season, Bangalore roped in the youngster for the same amount.

However, the 24-year-old pacer has had a minimal impact this season, having picked up only four wickets in six matches for his side.

Yuzvendra Chahal, Parthiv Patel, Mandeep Singh were also present.

Skipper Virat Kohli was at local boy Mohammed Siraj's house to enjoy some Hyderabad delicious, a day before Bangalore face the Hyderabad in a must-win clash to keep their playoff hopes alive in the 2018 Indian Premier League. Kohli was accompanied with other Bangalore players including Yuzvendra Chahal, Parthiv Patel, Mandeep Singh at Tolichowki to enjoy some appetizing Hyderabadi biryani for dinner. A video of the players was also shot where they can be seen gorging on Hyderabadi food and enjoying an IPL match on television. @imVkohli & Team #RCB having dinner at M. siraj's house last night ❤?#ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/cIijcpg64b — Virushka Updates (@VirushkaUpdate_) May 7, 2018 × Siraj, who is the son of an autorickshaw driver, used to live in a small, two-room apartment near Khaja Nagar in Banjara Hills before buying a new house in Towli Chowki during 2017. [PIC]: Virat Kohli along with Teammates at Siraj's residence last night! ? Look at that wall frame! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/782ctWjBh9 — Virat Kohli Fan Club (@TeamVirat) May 7, 2018 × Siraj came into the spotlight last year when Hyderabad spent a mind-boggling Rs 2.6 crore after his impressive run in the domestic circuit. He was rewarded with a national team call-up later on. Ahead of the 2018 IPL season, Bangalore roped in the youngster for the same amount. However, the 24-year-old pacer has had a minimal impact this season, having picked up only four wickets in six matches for his side.

Watch: Virat Kohli, Bangalore players attend dinner party at Mohammed Siraj's house

This will be the first time when Hyderabad and Bangalore will come face to face at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018.

While Hyderabad is leading the table with 14 points, Bangalore is struggling to even make it for the play-off and hence are at the third place from the bottom with just six points.

Let us take a look at the players expected to perform in today's big clash:

1. Rashid Khan - In his last match against Delhi, Rashid took two crucial wickets, which made him the 'Man of the Match'. He is also two wickets away from wearing the 'Purple Cap'. The Afghanistan tweaker is capable of breaking any standing partnership, making him the player to watch out for today. &nbsp;

2. Umesh Yadav - Considering his previous game against Chennai, Yadav dismissed Shane Watson and Suresh Raina to put Bangalore over the 'Yellow Brigade'. But eventually, they lost the match. He has been in good form from last few games and is expected to do the same and knock out Hyderabad batsmen. And, not to forget that one more wicket today and he will get the 'Purple Cap'.&nbsp;

3. Alex Hales - Hyderabad picked Hales as their new replacement for David Warner for this season of IPL. He has played two matches so far scoring 90 runs. In his previous game against Delhi, he scored 31-ball-45 which included three fours and three sixes. Being picked up at his base price, the opener has a lot more to offer to his franchise.

4. Parthiv Patel - Patel got his first chance in IPL 2018 in the previous game against Chennai and he smashed a brilliant half-century to prove his worth and calibre. His inning was a signal to Bangalore and warning to other franchises that he is capable of playing many such knocks. The Bangalore opener and wicket-keeper is definitely a player to watch out for today.

5. Kane Williamson - The backbone of Hyderabad is one of the most successful skippers in the ongoing league so far. With his team being the table-toppers, he definitely fulfilled his duties as a captain. When required he has stood up for his team as a batsman too. In nine matches he has scored 354 runs which include four half-centuries. Even in his previous game, Hyderabad skipper remained unbeaten and ensured victory for his side. Also, he stands at number seven in the race for the 'Orange Cap'.&nbsp;

Being at top of the table, it won't be unfair at all to say that Hyderabad has an upper hand in today's game. While Bangalore have to play a different game altogether to beat the current number one team.&nbsp;

While Hyderabad is leading the table with 14 points, Bangalore is struggling to even make it for the play-off and hence are at the third place from the bottom with just six points

This will be the first time when Hyderabad and Bangalore will come face to face at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018. While Hyderabad is leading the table with 14 points, Bangalore is struggling to even make it for the play-off and hence are at the third place from the bottom with just six points. Let us take a look at the players expected to perform in today's big clash: 1. Rashid Khan - In his last match against Delhi, Rashid took two crucial wickets, which made him the 'Man of the Match'. He is also two wickets away from wearing the 'Purple Cap'. The Afghanistan tweaker is capable of breaking any standing partnership, making him the player to watch out for today. 2. Umesh Yadav - Considering his previous game against Chennai, Yadav dismissed Shane Watson and Suresh Raina to put Bangalore over the 'Yellow Brigade'. But eventually, they lost the match. He has been in good form from last few games and is expected to do the same and knock out Hyderabad batsmen. And, not to forget that one more wicket today and he will get the 'Purple Cap'. 3. Alex Hales - Hyderabad picked Hales as their new replacement for David Warner for this season of IPL. He has played two matches so far scoring 90 runs. In his previous game against Delhi, he scored 31-ball-45 which included three fours and three sixes. Being picked up at his base price, the opener has a lot more to offer to his franchise. 4. Parthiv Patel - Patel got his first chance in IPL 2018 in the previous game against Chennai and he smashed a brilliant half-century to prove his worth and calibre. His inning was a signal to Bangalore and warning to other franchises that he is capable of playing many such knocks. The Bangalore opener and wicket-keeper is definitely a player to watch out for today. 5. Kane Williamson - The backbone of Hyderabad is one of the most successful skippers in the ongoing league so far. With his team being the table-toppers, he definitely fulfilled his duties as a captain. When required he has stood up for his team as a batsman too. In nine matches he has scored 354 runs which include four half-centuries. Even in his previous game, Hyderabad skipper remained unbeaten and ensured victory for his side. Also, he stands at number seven in the race for the 'Orange Cap'. Being at top of the table, it won't be unfair at all to say that Hyderabad has an upper hand in today's game. While Bangalore have to play a different game altogether to beat the current number one team.

IPL 2018: Players expected to perform in Hyderabad vs Bangalore clash

Virat Kohli-led Bangalore fell like nine pins after the powerplay as the team ended their innings at just 127, their lowest total in this year's IPL.

At one point Bangalore were 47 for the loss of one wicket, but then lost Kohli, AB and Mandeep to spin in the space of five overs.

Parthiv Patel, who played his first game in IPL 2018, smashed a half-century and also became the top scorer for the team by making 53 runs off 41 balls.&nbsp

The team could have ended their innings with the lowest score in this year's league before Tim Southee came to their rescue.&nbsp

He made 36 runs in 26 balls to save his team from drowning and set a decent score on board.&nbsp

Apart from Patel and Southee, no other player scored in two digits.&nbsp

Skipper Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers fell succumbed to Chennai's spin attack as Bangalore were put into bat at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, on Saturday.

Kohli was clean bowled by Ravindra Jadeja while de Villiers gave away his wicket to Harbhajan Singh.

Kohli was departed for eight runs and de Villiers made just one.

Chennai skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni won the toss and opted to bowl.

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.&nbsp

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.

At one point Bangalore were 47 for the loss of one wicket

Virat Kohli-led Bangalore fell like nine pins after the powerplay as the team ended their innings at just 127, their lowest total in this year's IPL. At one point Bangalore were 47 for the loss of one wicket, but then lost Kohli, AB and Mandeep to spin in the space of five overs. Parthiv Patel, who played his first game in IPL 2018, smashed a half-century and also became the top scorer for the team by making 53 runs off 41 balls. The team could have ended their innings with the lowest score in this year's league before Tim Southee came to their rescue. He made 36 runs in 26 balls to save his team from drowning and set a decent score on board. Apart from Patel and Southee, no other player scored in two digits. Skipper Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers fell succumbed to Chennai's spin attack as Bangalore were put into bat at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, on Saturday. Kohli was clean bowled by Ravindra Jadeja while de Villiers gave away his wicket to Harbhajan Singh. Kohli was departed for eight runs and de Villiers made just one. Chennai skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni won the toss and opted to bowl. 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.

IPL 2018: Chennai bowlers restrict Bangalore to 127 runs

Parthiv Patel scored a crucial fourth-innings 143 to help his team Gujarat beat heavyweights Mumbai by five wickets&nbsp;to lift their maiden Ranji Trophy title on Saturday.

Chasing 313 in the fourth innings, Gujarat were tottering at 89 for three before Gujarat skipper Patel and Manprit Juneja stitched a 116-run&nbsp;partnership to thwart Mumbai&#39;s attempt to win their 42nd title.

Patel had&nbsp;a memorable summit clash as he scored a 90 in the first innings, pouched seven on the field and capped it off with a 143.

Patel, who was adjudged the man of the match, said:&nbsp;&quot;It (winning the Ranji Trophy) was a dream we collectively saw at the beginning of the season.&quot;

He also praised his young team, who were without paceman Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel, in the final for &quot;putting their hand up in big games&quot;.&nbsp;

The last few months have been very successful for the baby-faced Patel, who became cricket&#39;s youngest test wicketkeeper when he made his debut as a 17-year-old against England in 2002.

He ended his test side exile after more than eight years in November when he was recalled for the last three matches against a touring England, replacing injured regular Wriddhiman Saha behind the stumps.

He was impressive with the bat upon his recall, scoring two half-centuries as India won the five-match series 4-0.

Gujarat had started the match strongly by bowling out Mumbai for 228 in the first innings, getting a 100-run lead when they came to bat. But Mumbai, who have been the dominant team in the domestic championship for decades, pulled themselves back in the match by setting their opponents a stiff target to chase.&nbsp;

Mumbai, spearheaded by Abhishek Nayar&#39;s swashbuckling 90 and Shreyas Iyer&#39;s 82, gave the reigning champions another tilt at the trophy.

But Patel&#39;s century, who was helped by Mumbai&#39;s shoddy catching, laid rest to Mumbai&#39;s dream of lifting another title. This was Mumbai&#39;s just fifth loss in 46 Ranji Trophy final appearances, the last time being way back in 1990-91 when Haryana beat them by 2 runs.

Scorecard: Mumbai 1st innings 228 (P Shaw 71), Gujarat 1st innings 328 (Patel 90, M Juneja 77, S Thakur 4/84), Mumbai 2nd innings 411 (S Iyer 82, A Nayar 91, C Gaja 6/121), Gujarat 2nd innings 313/5 (Patel 143).&nbsp;Gujarat won by 5 wickets.

(WION)

Gujarat captain Parthiv Patel cracked 143 to help his team break Mumbai's resolve by five wickets

Parthiv Patel scored a crucial fourth-innings 143 to help his team Gujarat beat heavyweights Mumbai by five wickets to lift their maiden Ranji Trophy title on Saturday. Chasing 313 in the fourth innings, Gujarat were tottering at 89 for three before Gujarat skipper Patel and Manprit Juneja stitched a 116-run partnership to thwart Mumbai's attempt to win their 42nd title. Patel had a memorable summit clash as he scored a 90 in the first innings, pouched seven on the field and capped it off with a 143. Patel, who was adjudged the man of the match, said: "It (winning the Ranji Trophy) was a dream we collectively saw at the beginning of the season." He also praised his young team, who were without paceman Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel, in the final for "putting their hand up in big games". The last few months have been very successful for the baby-faced Patel, who became cricket's youngest test wicketkeeper when he made his debut as a 17-year-old against England in 2002. He ended his test side exile after more than eight years in November when he was recalled for the last three matches against a touring England, replacing injured regular Wriddhiman Saha behind the stumps. He was impressive with the bat upon his recall, scoring two half-centuries as India won the five-match series 4-0. Gujarat had started the match strongly by bowling out Mumbai for 228 in the first innings, getting a 100-run lead when they came to bat. But Mumbai, who have been the dominant team in the domestic championship for decades, pulled themselves back in the match by setting their opponents a stiff target to chase. Mumbai, spearheaded by Abhishek Nayar's swashbuckling 90 and Shreyas Iyer's 82, gave the reigning champions another tilt at the trophy. But Patel's century, who was helped by Mumbai's shoddy catching, laid rest to Mumbai's dream of lifting another title. This was Mumbai's just fifth loss in 46 Ranji Trophy final appearances, the last time being way back in 1990-91 when Haryana beat them by 2 runs. Scorecard: Mumbai 1st innings 228 (P Shaw 71), Gujarat 1st innings 328 (Patel 90, M Juneja 77, S Thakur 4/84), Mumbai 2nd innings 411 (S Iyer 82, A Nayar 91, C Gaja 6/121), Gujarat 2nd innings 313/5 (Patel 143). Gujarat won by 5 wickets. (WION)

Ranji Trophy: Gujarat beat Mumbai to win maiden domestic cricket championship

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