Author: Vaibhav Tripathi

The highly-anticipated showdown between Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad was called off due to rain. Despite extensive discussions and efforts by officials to salvage some cricket for the 45,000 fans in attendance, the persistent wet spell had the final say, resulting in the abandonment of the match. The teams were awarded one point each. This kept KKR at the top of the table with 19 points from 13 games. This also secured them a spot in the top two, which means they will get two shots to reach the final. The last…

Gujarat Titans appeared to be on the brink of elimination from the tournament following three consecutive defeats, mirroring the plight of Mumbai Indians. However, they staged a remarkable all-round performance against the Chennai Super Kings, reigniting hopes of a resurgence. Buoyed by their confidence-boosting victory, GT is all set to host the table-topping Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With seven teams still vying for playoff berths, GT remains in contention, albeit with a negative net run-rate, placing them at a disadvantage. Requiring nothing short of a miracle to secure a top-four finish, GT acknowledges the…

The IPL has been a fertile ground to find young Indian talent. This season has seen a few who impressed with sheer pace. Although he may have bowled only in three games, Simrajeet Singh is looking like a potential big-buy next season from the small pool of tear-away fast bowlers. The hustler from Delhi proved his worth when Chennai Super Kings needed him. Three first-choice pacers — Deepak Chahar, Matheesha Pathirana, Mustafizur Rahman — were unavailable against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala. Someone’s loss turned out to be another’s gain. Simarjeet got his first chance and boy, did he take the…

Chennai Super Kings didn’t disappoint the fans, who came in large numbers to support their team in the last league game at Chepauk. The defending champions did well to restrict the power-packed Rajasthan Royals to a sub-par 141 in 20 overs. The chase was not expected to be tricky and despite a few hiccups in the middle, CSK were home inside 19 overs with five wickets to spare. They moved to third with 14 points from 13 games. RR stayed second with 16 from 12. Dismal batting by RR After opting to bat, RR were off to a slow but…

In a roller coaster of a season for the Chennai Super Kings, their recent record of four losses in their last six games has placed them on the edge of a cliff, with a precarious journey ahead to secure a coveted top-four spot. However, despite this slump, their fate remains firmly within their grasp. Two wins in their remaining fixtures should effectively seal their qualification, riding on the back of a commendable net run rate of 0.491, notwithstanding their recent setback against the Gujarat Titans. Yet, the road to redemption is fraught with obstacles. The imminent clash against the Rajasthan…

In a thrilling encounter in Dublin on Friday, May 10, a determined Ireland team maintained their composure to clinch a five-wicket victory over Pakistan in a closely contested match. With the triumph in the first T20I, Ireland have taken the lead in the three-match series. This victory marks the first time Ireland has defeated Pakistan in T20Is, with the teams having faced off only once before in the 20-over format. It stands as Ireland’s second win against Pakistan, following their surprising success at the 2007 50-over World Cup. Not only is this win significant in the context of the series,…

Two young Indian batters performing well in the IPL is a delightful sight, especially when circumstances are less than ideal. The Gujarat Titans found themselves at the bottom of the points table, facing off against the fourth-placed Chennai Super Kings. With the odds stacked against them and the toss not in their favour, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan managed to turn the tables, dominating the CSK bowlers with an exceptional batting display. Reinstated as the opening pair after five matches, they formed a formidable partnership of 210 runs for the first wicket, with both scoring centuries. This marked only the…

Coming into this game, Gujarat Titans had nothing to lose. With minimal pressure, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, smashed centuries to propel their team to 231. After posting a daunting total, GT bowlers started well by removing Chennai Super Kings’ top order, and despite the fight shown by Daryl Mitchell and Moeen Ali, they could only manage to score 206,thus losing the game by 31 runs. With this win, mathematically, GT are still in the race for the playoffs. For CSK, the next two matches are must-win games. Gill and Sudharsan make merry Wriddhiman Saha’s absence proved to be a…

When Gujarat Titans last faced Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, it resulted in a match that will be remembered as one of the greatest in IPL history. In an electrifying encounter marred by rain, CSK emerged victorious in the IPL 2023 final, securing their fifth title in a nail-biting last-over showdown. Since that memorable final, a lot has changed. With alterations in leadership, their fortunes have taken a different trajectory. CSK, the reigning champions, are grappling with a mid-table battle, clinging to fourth place in the Playoffs race by a thin margin. Their campaign has…

In the first half of the ongoing IPL 2024 season, Hardik Pandya’s performance, both with the bat and the ball, raised numerous concerns. His bowling duties were sporadic in several matches, sparking debates about his fitness and potential inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad. Additionally, his economy rate exceeded 11 runs per over, and his strike rate was dismal in the first nine games. Although his batting statistics were relatively decent during this period, with 197 runs at an average of 24.63 and a strike rate of 151.5, Pandya struggled to make an impact with the ball. Despite speculation…