Author: Ishaan Shahane

The Rajasthan Royals, riding on a wave of form in this IPL edition, face the five-time champions Mumbai Indians for the second time this season, this time at their home ground, the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Mumbai will seek redemption after a disappointing performance in their first encounter, while the Royals aim to maintain their dominant streak. Once again, the Royals will look to their key player, Jos Buttler, who delivered a phenomenal century against the Knight Riders, guiding his team to victory. Buttler has been a reliable performer for the Royals, consistently delivering for his team. Despite facing scrutiny for…

Travis Head’s recent form has indeed been remarkable, showcasing his ability to perform consistently across different formats and tournaments. His aggressive style of play has been a key factor in his success, allowing him to dominate opposition bowlers and contribute significantly to his team’s performances. Whether it’s on the big stage like a World Cup final or the IPL, Head’s confidence and aggressive approach have been instrumental in shaping his impressive run of form. Head’s explosive batting display against Delhi Capitals was a sight to behold. His aggressive approach from the outset put Sunrisers Hyderabad in a commanding position. With…

Sunrisers Hyderabad put up a massive total of 267 largely thanks to the explosive batting performances of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma. Their early onslaught set the tone for the innings, giving the Sunrisers a strong foundation to build upon. While Delhi Capitals fought hard in the chase, the Sunrisers’ bowlers, led by T Natarajan, tightened the screws in the latter overs, ultimately sealing a crucial victory for their team. Head and Sharma unleash their firepower Head and Sharma have been revelations this IPL season, showcasing exceptional form and aggression, especially evident in their performance against Capitals tonight. From the…

The Delhi Capitals, boasting a high-quality squad, have experienced a mixed season with three wins and four losses. All eyes, as always, are on their captain, Rishabh Pant, as fans and the cricketing fraternity eagerly await his development and performance match after match. The momentum gained from their recent big win against the Gujarat Titans is a significant positive for the Capitals. In the IPL, comebacks are always possible until the very end, and such victories fuel teams looking to turn their season around. The emphatic win against the Titans provided the Capitals with the much-needed boost to fuel their…

Jasprit Bumrah once again showcased his wizardry with the ball in the match against Punjab Kings, reaffirming his status as the world’s best bowler. Despite the high-scoring nature of the game, Bumrah remained miserly, conceding just 21 runs in his four overs while also claiming three crucial wickets. A key tactical move by MI captain Hardik Pandya was to hand Bumrah the new ball, a decision that paid rich dividends. Bumrah capitalised on the opportunity by striking early, dismissing Sam Curran and Rilee Rossouw in his opening over. Early breakthroughs significantly dented Kings’ chase and made catching up very difficult…

Mumbai Indians have clinched a nail-biting victory by just nine runs. In a match filled with momentum swings, MI displayed nerves of steel to emerge victorious in the end. Ashutosh Sharma’s innings will be remembered for a long time, as he almost single-handedly carried his team to victory with a stellar knock of 61 runs under immense pressure. His remarkable performance nearly turned the tide in favour of Punjab Kings, but ultimately, MI held their nerve to secure the win. SKY comes to MI’s rescue Suryakumar Yadav’s absence was deeply felt, and his performance tonight proved his significance in bringing…

Mumbai Indians have received good news with Rohit Sharma showing sublime form during his magnificent 105 against Chennai Super Kings. However, there’s a cause for concern as the team, known for being slow starters in the tournament, has struggled to look convincing this season, except on a couple of occasions. Currently languishing at eighth in the points table, it’s high time for the five-time IPL champions to regroup, refocus, and return to playing the brand of cricket they are renowned for. Mumbai Indians captain, Hardik Pandya, has faced numerous challenges, including a lack of acceptance from MI fans, criticism of…

‘Jos the Boss’ cracked a game-breaking ton to take Rajasthan Royals to a famous two-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite Knight Riders being in a commanding position in the last seven overs of the game, it only took three overs for Buttler to shift gears and unleash his most destructive mode, as Royals won off the last ball of the game. Tonight’s game has served as a reminder to everyone that in cricket, it’s truly not over until it’s over! Joss the boss takes the Royals home After a period of relative calm in the middle overs, the Royals…

When Jake Fraser-McGurk came at the crease, Delhi Capitals were in a challenging situation. However, Ricky Ponting’s faith in the young player to play his natural game proved to be well-placed. Fraser-McGurk didn’t disappoint, announcing his arrival in the IPL in style. His first runs in the IPL came in the form of a massive six, immediately setting the tone for himself and his team. Fraser-McGurk displayed a sense of fearlessness, a quality that promises to propel him to greater heights in a tournament as prestigious as the IPL. Fraser-McGurk had a flying start but faced some challenges when Lucknow…

Despite Ayush Badoni’s spectacular innings, his efforts ultimately went in vain as Rishabh Pant and debutant Jake Fraser-McGurk steered the Capitals to victory with their powerful performances. Badoni’s innings had given the LSG unit a competitive total to work with, but the partnership between Pant and McGurk proved to be too strong for them to contain. With Pant and McGurk firing on all cylinders, the Capitals secured their second win of the campaign. Now, they’ll be aiming to carry the same momentum into the remaining games, building on this victory to further solidify their position in the tournament. Spin for…