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At 43 years of age, playing competitive cricket in a high-intensity tournament like the IPL is a challenge in itself. MS Dhoni has already shown that it is possible, maintaining remarkable fitness and proving his worth once again this season. However, doing so as a wicketkeeper-batter is an even bigger challenge, and Dhoni has excelled in both matches so far, with two stunning stumpings being the highlight of his performances. In today’s match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), after Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and opted to bowl, RCB got off to a strong start, with Phil Salt…

One of the all-time IPL greats, Virat Kohli, once again failed to dominate at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) took on Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Kohli managed 31 runs off 30 balls before falling to Noor Ahmad in the 13th over, highlighting his continued struggles at this venue, where he now averages 33.50 in 10 IPL matches. Batting steadily, Kohli was looking to accelerate when Noor Ahmad tossed up a delivery on middle and off. Attempting a slog sweep, Kohli couldn’t get the required height and ended up hitting it straight to deep mid-wicket,…

Bengaluru FC will host Mumbai City FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the first single-legged knockout game of Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 playoffs on March 29, at 7:30 pm IST. The Blues finished third in the league standings, notching 38 points from 24 games on the back of 11 victories and five draws. Meanwhile, the Islanders sneaked into the top-six courtesy of a 2-0 victory against Bengaluru FC on their final matchday, and will now look to book a berth in the last-four at the same venue where they had qualified for the playoffs. Bengaluru FC enter this…

Mumbai City FC is set to face Bengaluru FC in a crucial ISL 2024-25 Playoff clash at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. The Islanders enter the match with confidence, having defeated Bengaluru 2-0 at the same venue two weeks ago to secure their playoff spot. Ahead of the game, head coach Petr Kratky and forward Nikolaos Karelis acknowledged the challenge but remained optimistic. Karelis, one of the league’s leading scorers with ten goals, stressed the importance of consistency and team support. “As a striker, scoring goals is a key responsibility. My teammates and the coaching staff have placed their trust in…

The 18th edition of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) had a record-breaking opening weekend, drawing an unprecedented number of viewers across JioHotstar and the Star Sports Network. With a combined watch time of 4,956 crore minutes, JioStar Network has raised the bar for cricket broadcasting, offering fans an unmatched experience across television and digital platforms. On JioHotstar, digital viewership for the first three matches surged by 40% compared to last season, driven by a remarkable 54% rise in connected TV (CTV) consumption. The platform registered 137 crore views, a peak concurrency of 3.4 crore, and an astonishing 2,186…

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are set to battle it out in the Southern Derby at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) in Chennai, which has a capacity of 38000 spectators, on March 28. Pitch Report Since the beginning of the IPL, Chepauk has been CSK’s fortress. The pitch here is spin-friendly, and we can expect the team winning the toss to bowl first. Jadeja, Noor, and Ashwin will make life difficult for RCB batters, just as they did in the first match against MI. However, RCB also has Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma, who can take full…

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) later today at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, commonly known as Chepauk. CSK has dominated RCB at this venue, leading 8-1 in head-to-head encounters across nine IPL games. Interestingly, RCB’s only win at Chepauk came way back in the inaugural season of 2008, when they defeated CSK by 14 runs. That match featured two modern-day legends, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, both of whom will be in action today as well. However, what makes the 2008 fixture even more fascinating is that three players from CSK’s lineup that day…

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) may have unearthed a hidden gem in Aniket Verma, who delivered a standout performance in their second match of IPL 2025 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). While established stars struggled to find rhythm, the 23-year-old debutant made an instant impact. Verma smashed 36 runs off just 13 balls, including an incredible six sixes, giving SRH a much-needed boost. While Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan failed to get going, Verma’s explosive innings was one of the biggest talking points of the match. But his journey to the IPL was far from easy. Born in Jhansi, Aniket Verma faced…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in match number eight of IPL 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai today, March 28. With both teams aiming for a crucial win, individual battles will play a significant role in shaping the outcome of this contest. Here are three key matchups to watch: Phil Salt vs Sam Curran Phil Salt, who was in sublime touch in RCB’s first match against KKR, will aim to provide another explosive start. However, his record against Sam Curran, who will take the new ball, is not very encouraging. Salt has…

As the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Chepauk, all eyes will be on three key players who could play a decisive role in shaping the outcome of this highly anticipated clash. Virat Kohli – The Backbone of RCB’s Batting Lineup Virat Kohli remains the linchpin of RCB’s batting order. He began IPL 2025 with a match-winning 59 off 38 balls*, guiding his team to a comfortable seven-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). His partnership with Phil Salt provided a strong foundation, underlining his form and leadership. Given his experience at Chepauk, Kohli’s…