<p>Australian batsman David Warner has wished the Hyderabad team ahead of the first Qualifier of Indian Premier League 2018 which is against Chennai.</p>

<p>In the previous seasons, David Warner has played the skipper's role of Hyderabad but due to his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, he was subsequently banned from the IPL by the BCCI.</p>

<p>Even though he is not the part of Hyderabad team still, he has always given his support throughout the season.</p>

<p>Just before the first Qualifier, Warner has tweeted, "Good luck to @SunRisers tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane."</p>

<p>In the absence of David Warner, Kane Williamson&nbsp;is leading the squad and has proved his calibre&nbsp;and leadership skills.</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Good luck to <a href="https://twitter.com/SunRisers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SunRisers</a> tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane ??</p>
— David Warner (@davidwarner31) <a href="https://twitter.com/davidwarner31/status/998901613816299520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2018</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<p>Warner was replaced by an explosive opener Alex Hales of England.&nbsp;</p>


Just before the first Qualifier, Warner has praised Kane Williamson's leadership qualities

Australian batsman David Warner has wished the Hyderabad team ahead of the first Qualifier of Indian Premier League 2018 which is against Chennai. In the previous seasons, David Warner has played the skipper's role of Hyderabad but due to his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, he was subsequently banned from the IPL by the BCCI. Even though he is not the part of Hyderabad team still, he has always given his support throughout the season. Just before the first Qualifier, Warner has tweeted, "Good luck to @SunRisers tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane." In the absence of David Warner, Kane Williamson is leading the squad and has proved his calibre and leadership skills. Good luck to @SunRisers tonight, keep playing well gentlemen. Been simply outstanding and being well lead by The great man himself Kane ?? — David Warner (@davidwarner31) May 22, 2018 × Warner was replaced by an explosive opener Alex Hales of England.

IPL 2018: David Warner wishes Hyderabad team 'good luck' ahead of first Qualifier

<p>Chennai won the toss and opted to bowl&nbspin the first Qualifier of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League 2018 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday.</p>

<p>After winning the toss, MS Dhoni said, "We have chased well in the tournament." He also mentioned that chasing is a bit easier in the second innings.</p>

<p>There is only one change in the Chennai's squad, Shane Watson has been included at the place of Sam Billings.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Kane Williamson said that the Hyderabad team is trying their best to adapt the conditions of Wankhede Stadium.</p>

<p>A few hours back, it was found that there were some wear and tear in the good length area of the pitch, which means spinners will have an upper hand in the match, especially in the second innings.</p>

<p>Pressure is definitely on both the sides as the winner will book a finale berth.</p>

<p>Hyderabad has entered the field with the same squad.</p>

<p><strong>Playing XI:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Chennai:</strong> Ambati Rayudu, Shane Watson, Suresh Raina, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Lungi Ngidi</p>

<p><strong>Hyderabad:</strong> Shikhar Dhawan, Shreevats Goswami(w), Kane Williamson(c), Manish Pandey, Shakib Al Hasan, Yusuf Pathan, Carlos Brathwaite, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma</p>


There is only one change in the Chennai's squad, Shane Watson has been included at the place of Sam Billings

Chennai won the toss and opted to bowl&nbspin the first Qualifier of the eleventh edition of Indian Premier League 2018 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Tuesday. After winning the toss, MS Dhoni said, "We have chased well in the tournament." He also mentioned that chasing is a bit easier in the second innings. There is only one change in the Chennai's squad, Shane Watson has been included at the place of Sam Billings. On the other hand, Kane Williamson said that the Hyderabad team is trying their best to adapt the conditions of Wankhede Stadium. A few hours back, it was found that there were some wear and tear in the good length area of the pitch, which means spinners will have an upper hand in the match, especially in the second innings. Pressure is definitely on both the sides as the winner will book a finale berth. Hyderabad has entered the field with the same squad. Playing XI: Chennai: Ambati Rayudu, Shane Watson, Suresh Raina, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni(w/c), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Lungi Ngidi Hyderabad: Shikhar Dhawan, Shreevats Goswami(w), Kane Williamson(c), Manish Pandey, Shakib Al Hasan, Yusuf Pathan, Carlos Brathwaite, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Sandeep Sharma

IPL 2018: MS Dhoni opts to field in Qualifier 1 against Hyderabad

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>Let us take a look at the players expected to perform in today's big clash:</p>

<p><strong>1. Rashid Khan -</strong> 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;</p>

<p><strong>2. Umesh Yadav -</strong> 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;</p>

<p><strong>3. Alex Hales -</strong> 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.</p>

<p><strong>4. Parthiv Patel -</strong> 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.</p>

<p><strong>5. Kane Williamson - </strong>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>


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

<p>Four Afghan cricketers created history and made huge strides as they were picked up by their respective franchises in the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL) auction 2018 here on Sunday.</p>

<p>The cricketers - Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Zahir Khan and Mujeeb Zadran were snapped up by different IPL franchise teams.On Saturday, Rashid was bought by the Sunrisers Hyderabad for whopping Rs.9 crores via the right to match card, after there was heavy bidding by the Kings XI Punjab, Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians earlier.</p>

<p>However, Sunrisers Hyderabad snapped him up with the right-to-match-card (RTM) card, thus retaining him.</p>

<p>Rashid was hence, the most expensive Afghan player.On Sunday, Nabi was bought by the same franchise for Rs. 1 crore respectively. Both Rashid and Nabi have played for Sunrisers Hyderabad last year.Zahir and Mujeeb, who are currently playing in the U-19 Cricket World Cup in New Zealand, were also snapped up by the respective franchises with lucrative deals.</p>

<p>Zadran was picked up by the Kings XI Punjab for a sturdy Rs. 4 crores, while Zahir was picked up by the Rajasthan Royals for his base price of Rs. 60 lakhs.</p>

<p>Rashid, who is also known as Afghanistan`s &quot;million dollar baby&quot;, shot into the limelight last year, as he was the first ever cricketer from Afghanistan to play in the IPL last year for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.</p>

<p>Nabi was also picked up by the same team as well, the Tolo News reported.He had a sterling career last year, which saw him rise to stardom around the world, as he bowled riveting legbreaks to trouble various batsmen in different international league tournaments so far.</p>

<p>After he played in the IPL, he went on to play for the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) respectively. Currently, he is playing in Australia`s Big Bash League for the Adelaide Strikers team. He has taken 17 wickets so far for the Strikers.On January 18, Rashid was named as the International Cricket Council (ICC) Associate Cricketer of the Year.</p>

<p>The youngster, Najeeb, who is just 16-years-old, became the toast of the town, when he scalped four wickets against Ireland in his ODI debut last year.He again repeated his same performance in the U19 match against New Zealand on Thursday when he blew the Kiwi batsmen away with his unplayable offbreaks to hand a 202-run win for Afghanistan.</p>

<p>Najeeb is also credited for securing Afghanistan`s win in their maiden appearance at the U-19 Asia Cup against Pakistan. He also claimed 17 wickets against Bangladesh in a bilateral Youth ODI series, both in last year.Up to 578 players, out of the 1,122 players went under the hammer in the two-day auction.</p>

<p>This includes 244 capped players (62 from India), 332 uncapped players (34 from overseas), and two players from Associate countries.Other Afghan cricketers such as- Mohammad Shahzad, Shafiqullah Shafaq, Najibullah Zadran, Dawlat Zadran, Shapoor Zadran and Gulbadin Naib found no takers.</p>

<p>The 2018 IPL season will begin from April 7 and will go on till May 27, which will be held in different parts of India.&nbsp;</p>


Rashid, Nabi, Zahir and Mujeeb were snapped up by different IPL franchise teams

Four Afghan cricketers created history and made huge strides as they were picked up by their respective franchises in the cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL) auction 2018 here on Sunday. The cricketers - Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Zahir Khan and Mujeeb Zadran were snapped up by different IPL franchise teams.On Saturday, Rashid was bought by the Sunrisers Hyderabad for whopping Rs.9 crores via the right to match card, after there was heavy bidding by the Kings XI Punjab, Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians earlier. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad snapped him up with the right-to-match-card (RTM) card, thus retaining him. Rashid was hence, the most expensive Afghan player.On Sunday, Nabi was bought by the same franchise for Rs. 1 crore respectively. Both Rashid and Nabi have played for Sunrisers Hyderabad last year.Zahir and Mujeeb, who are currently playing in the U-19 Cricket World Cup in New Zealand, were also snapped up by the respective franchises with lucrative deals. Zadran was picked up by the Kings XI Punjab for a sturdy Rs. 4 crores, while Zahir was picked up by the Rajasthan Royals for his base price of Rs. 60 lakhs. Rashid, who is also known as Afghanistan`s "million dollar baby", shot into the limelight last year, as he was the first ever cricketer from Afghanistan to play in the IPL last year for the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Nabi was also picked up by the same team as well, the Tolo News reported.He had a sterling career last year, which saw him rise to stardom around the world, as he bowled riveting legbreaks to trouble various batsmen in different international league tournaments so far. After he played in the IPL, he went on to play for the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) respectively. Currently, he is playing in Australia`s Big Bash League for the Adelaide Strikers team. He has taken 17 wickets so far for the Strikers.On January 18, Rashid was named as the International Cricket Council (ICC) Associate Cricketer of the Year. The youngster, Najeeb, who is just 16-years-old, became the toast of the town, when he scalped four wickets against Ireland in his ODI debut last year.He again repeated his same performance in the U19 match against New Zealand on Thursday when he blew the Kiwi batsmen away with his unplayable offbreaks to hand a 202-run win for Afghanistan. Najeeb is also credited for securing Afghanistan`s win in their maiden appearance at the U-19 Asia Cup against Pakistan. He also claimed 17 wickets against Bangladesh in a bilateral Youth ODI series, both in last year.Up to 578 players, out of the 1,122 players went under the hammer in the two-day auction. This includes 244 capped players (62 from India), 332 uncapped players (34 from overseas), and two players from Associate countries.Other Afghan cricketers such as- Mohammad Shahzad, Shafiqullah Shafaq, Najibullah Zadran, Dawlat Zadran, Shapoor Zadran and Gulbadin Naib found no takers. The 2018 IPL season will begin from April 7 and will go on till May 27, which will be held in different parts of India.

IPL Auction 2018: Afghan cricketers make huge strides

<p>Afghanistan will play its maiden Test match in the southern Indian city of Bangalore on June 14, cricket officials announced Tuesday.</p>

<p>India&#39;s cricket board said it welcomed the opportunity to host its &quot;friends&quot; for their first Test since they gained full status last year.</p>

<p>The war-torn nation have played the majority of their home games in India, which has supported the minnows in their quest for Test status.</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="row">
<div class="article-blockquote">
<div class="col-sm-10 col-sm-offset-1 blockquote-content quoteshare">
<blockquote>
<h5>The Test will kick off on June 14</h5>
</blockquote>
</div>

<div class="col-sm-1 blockquote-content">
<div class="share-blockquote"><a class="twitter popup" href="http://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The Test will kick off on June 14" target="_blank"><i class="fa fa-share">&nbsp;</i></a></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqquoteclosemark">&times;</a></div>
</div>
</div>

<p>&quot;It will be a historic day for Afghanistan and everybody is waiting for it,&quot; Afghanistan cricket board chairman Atif Mashal said in New Delhi.</p>

<p>Afghanistan have emerged as a competitive international team, with strong performances in the limited-overs format including two one-day series victories in Zimbabwe.</p>

<p>Last year, spinner Rashid Khan and former captain Mohammad Nabi became the first Afghans to be picked in the lucrative Indian Premier League auction.</p>

<p>Afghanistan and Ireland were granted five-day status in June last year by the International Cricket Council, becoming the 11th and 12th Test-playing nations.<br />
&nbsp;</p>


India's cricket board said it welcomed the opportunity to host its 'friends' for their first Test since they gained full status last year

Afghanistan will play its maiden Test match in the southern Indian city of Bangalore on June 14, cricket officials announced Tuesday. India's cricket board said it welcomed the opportunity to host its "friends" for their first Test since they gained full status last year. The war-torn nation have played the majority of their home games in India, which has supported the minnows in their quest for Test status. The Test will kick off on June 14 × "It will be a historic day for Afghanistan and everybody is waiting for it," Afghanistan cricket board chairman Atif Mashal said in New Delhi. Afghanistan have emerged as a competitive international team, with strong performances in the limited-overs format including two one-day series victories in Zimbabwe. Last year, spinner Rashid Khan and former captain Mohammad Nabi became the first Afghans to be picked in the lucrative Indian Premier League auction. Afghanistan and Ireland were granted five-day status in June last year by the International Cricket Council, becoming the 11th and 12th Test-playing nations.

Afghanistan to play maiden Test against India at Bengaluru in June

<p>A Japanese tourist was robbed of his belongings including passport and visa at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.</p>

<p>The accused, identified as Rashid Khan, allegedly drugged the victim and robbed his belongings, said the police.</p>

<p>&quot;I met this man in Varanasi, I thought he is a genuine and honest person. So, when he asked me for dinner, I went with him. After that, I fell asleep. When I woke up, he was not there neither was my stuff. I don&#39;t know what happened to me; I was so dizzy,&quot; said the tourist to news agency ANI.</p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UttarPradesh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UttarPradesh</a>: Japanese tourist allegedly drugged and robbed in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Varanasi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Varanasi</a>, says &#39;the culprit decamped with my belongings, including cash, camera, mobile, passport, visa and other documents&#39;. Case registered. <a href="https://t.co/zFOzu1sVwC">pic.twitter.com/zFOzu1sVwC</a></p>
&mdash; ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANINewsUP/status/941511125237096449?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 15, 2017</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">&times;</a></div>

<p>The victim was supposed to leave for Kolkata, which was his final destination in India, but could not do so as his passport and visa were also stolen.</p>

<p>An FIR has been lodged at the Sigra Police Station in this regard and an investigation is underway.</p>


The accused, identified as Rashid Khan, allegedly made the victim unconscious and robbed his belongings, said the police.

A Japanese tourist was robbed of his belongings including passport and visa at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. The accused, identified as Rashid Khan, allegedly drugged the victim and robbed his belongings, said the police. "I met this man in Varanasi, I thought he is a genuine and honest person. So, when he asked me for dinner, I went with him. After that, I fell asleep. When I woke up, he was not there neither was my stuff. I don't know what happened to me; I was so dizzy," said the tourist to news agency ANI. #UttarPradesh: Japanese tourist allegedly drugged and robbed in #Varanasi, says 'the culprit decamped with my belongings, including cash, camera, mobile, passport, visa and other documents'. Case registered. pic.twitter.com/zFOzu1sVwC — ANI UP (@ANINewsUP) December 15, 2017 × The victim was supposed to leave for Kolkata, which was his final destination in India, but could not do so as his passport and visa were also stolen. An FIR has been lodged at the Sigra Police Station in this regard and an investigation is underway.

Japanese tourist robbed in Varanasi

rashid-khan

Rashid Khan, News on Rashid Khan, stories on Rashid Khan, articles on Rashid Khan, Rashid Khan stories at Wion, Rashid Khan news, Rashid Khan latest news