Author: Ishaan Shahane

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru team has faced criticism for the poor performances of their overseas players, including Glenn Maxwell and Cameron Green. However, Will Jacks’ century against Gujarat Titans has silenced some of those, at least temporarily. His explosive innings not only secured a comfortable victory for RCB, but also provided much-needed excitement for the fans rooting for their players regardless of the results. Jacks entered the mix when RCB lost their first wicket, with the scoreboard showing 40-1 off 3.5 overs. He took time to settle in, facing some difficulty in getting the scoreboard moving. As he spent time…

It was indeed a challenging outing for Gujarat Titans bowlers as they struggled to contain the onslaught from Royal Challengers Bengaluru batters, particularly Virat Kohli and Will Jacks. In pursuit of a formidable total of 200, Kohli and Jacks came together, showcasing their contrasting batting styles to make the chase appear effortless. Their partnership helped in securing a crucial victory for RCB in the 16th over itself, keeping their hopes of qualification alive in the tournament. Economical start by RCB with the ball RCB would be delighted with their bowling performance in the opening overs, especially given the trend of…

In a captivating display of skill and determination, India Women delivered a stellar bowling performance, clinching a resounding 44-run triumph over Bangladesh Women in the inaugural WT20I showdown. Bangladesh could muster only 101 in a chase of 146. Bangladesh Women struggle versus incisive bowling As the game unfolded, Bangladesh Women faced an uphill battle in their batting innings. Right from the get-go, they encountered setbacks, losing a wicket in the very first over. Despite skipper Nigar Sultana’s brave half-century, the team struggled to forge partnerships, leaving them with an uphill climb. Early Jolts Shake Bangladesh The Powerplay presented its own…

The Gujarat Titans are gearing up to face the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Narendra Modi Stadium. RCB, despite a lackluster season, gained some confidence with their recent victory over the Sunrisers Hyderabad and are eager to turn their fortunes around. On the other hand, GT will be determined to bounce back after their close defeat against the Delhi Capitals. The underperformance of RCB’s overseas players has been a major setback this season, affecting their overall performance. To secure a spot in the playoffs, RCB must aim to win all their remaining matches and make a strong comeback in the…

Rishabh Pant has been under the spotlight since his comeback from a car accident, and his performances have been a topic of discussion. While he had a mixed season until the match against Gujarat Titans, showing glimpses of his talent but perhaps not being consistent, he finally returned to his best. Pant played a spectacular innings, scoring an unbeaten 88 of 43 balls, a performance that will be cherished by Delhi Capitals supporters. Pant’s performance was nothing short of exceptional, showcasing his ability to dominate the game with his powerful batting display. His strike rate of 205 reflects his aggressive…

The Delhi Capitals clinched a nail-biting victory against Gujarat Titans in a match that could have swung either way. Captain Rishabh Pant’s outstanding innings proved to be the decisive factor for DC. Despite GT’s commendable efforts, they narrowly missed out on the win. Both teams have eight points from nine games. DC are sixth and GT seventh because of net run rate. Warrier shines bright for GT An exceptional bowling performance from Sandeep Warrier dismantled DC’s top-order early in the innings, applying pressure on the remaining batters. Warrier maintained a good line and length at decent pace, which proved troublesome…

Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans are set to clash once again at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. After suffering a heavy defeat in their previous encounter, Titans will be eager to bounce back with a more solid batting performance. Meanwhile, Capitals will be looking to recover from their loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad and aim for redemption against Titans following their earlier victory. If Delhi Capitals are to turn around their fortunes in the tournament, the time is now. The addition of a dynamic Australian talent, Jake Fraser-McGurk, is a source of optimism for Capitals. Fraser-McGurk has seamlessly adapted to…

If there is an award for one of the most underrated players in the IPL, it might go to Sandeep Sharma. After a stellar start to the season, where he played a crucial role in Rajasthan Royals’ victories over Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals, Sandeep unfortunately missed the next five games due to injury. However, he has returned stronger than ever. With 118 matches and 125 wickets under his belt, and an economy rate of 7.86, he is truly an IPL great. His performance against Mumbai Indians, taking 5 wickets for 18 runs, proves exactly why he is the…

The Rajasthan Royals are looking unstoppable at the moment, showcasing an impressive brand of cricket and finding their men for the moment when needed. Against Mumbai Indians, Sandeep Sharma came back from injury with a five-wicket haul, while Yashasvi Jaiswal silenced his critics with a century. It was his first substantial effort in IPL 2024. RR stayed on top with 14 points from eight games after the nine-wicket win. MI are seventh with six points from eight. Fast bowlers steal the show for RR in powerplay Against a formidable MI batting line-up, how you commence with the ball becomes crucial.…

TanushKotian had a fantastic domestic season for Mumbai, leading the charge that helped win a 42nd Ranji Trophy title. Kotian was awarded the player of the tournament as he showcased his all-around skills, picking up 29 wickets from 10 matches at an impressive average of 16.96. Additionally, he proved to be a valuable asset with the bat, amassing 502 runs. He played a crucial innings of 120 * against Baroda, followed by another vital knock of 89* in the semi-final against Tamil Nadu. These innings were instrumental in Mumbai getting over the line. After his domestic cricket heroes, there were…