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Indian Premier League March 2024

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull said that Virat Kohli should not be bothered about his criticism and the stuff people write about him.

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'Should have better things to do': New Zealand legend reacts to Virat Kohli's outburst on strike-rate criticism

AB de Villiers has brutally slammed people for criticising his former Royal Challengers Bengaluru's teammate Virat Kohli over his strike-rate.

Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers in frame (Getty)

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'How many games of cricket have you played?': AB de Villiers brutally slams Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics

Will Jack's maiden IPL ton and Virat Kohli's half-century helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by 9 wickets. Virat also revealed how he almost cost Jacks his century.

Will Jacks and Virat Kohli in frame (Getty)

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'Was pissed off when I didn't hit six on first ball': Dressing room conversation reveals how Virat Kohli almost cost Will Jacks his maiden IPL century

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has extended his support to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star batter Virat Kohli after his reply to strike-rate critics.

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'To finish game you need Sher ka Jigar not SR': Former Indian cricketer praises Virat Kohli after his outburst on strike-rate criticism

Will Jacks smashed a 41-ball hundred in the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. RCB's star batter was awestruck watching his innings from the other end.

Virat Kohli's reaction to Will Jack's ton (Twitter screen grab)

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WATCH: Will Jacks brings out Virat Kohli's awestruck reaction with back-to-back sixes against Rashid Khan

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Virat Kohli HITS BACK at strike-rate critics: 'People can talk all they want'

RCB’s Mohammed Siraj reacted furiously after Will Jacks dropped a catch on his bowling during the match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad.

RCB's Mohammed Siraj in this frame. (Photo Courtesy: X)

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WATCH: Mohammed Siraj loses cool at teammate Will Jacks as he drops Sai Sudharsan's catch during RCB's match against GT; video viral

RCB opener Virat Kohli made a statement by taking on spinners and then slammed his strike rate critics after the nine-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.

Virat Koli in the post-match press conference (Screengrab: X)

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'All people who talk about strike rates and me not playing spin well...': Virat Kohli slams his critics after 44-ball 70 against Gujarat Titans

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by 9 wickets with the help Will Jacks' maiden IPL century and Virat Kohli's fifty in Ahmedabad.

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GT vs RCB: Will Jacks' sensational century, Virat Kohli's fifty lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru to 9-wicket win over Gujarat Titans

Former Kolkata Knight Riders captain revealed that he wants to learn dance moves from Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting maestro Virat Kohli.

Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli in the frame (Getty)

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'If I had to learn something from Virat Kohli...': Gautam Gambhir reveals RCB superstar's one skill he wishes to emulate

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for a week amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan. 

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

Michael Vaughan wondered if the IPL 2025 shifted to England

In pic: IPL Trophy and fans leaving the stadium

'Wonder if it's possible to finish the IPL in...': Ex-England captain's massive suggestion to BCCI for hosting cash-rich league amid India-Pakistan tensions

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal said that the future of the 18th edition of the cash-rich league will be announced after assessing the situation. 

IPL 2025 suspended amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

BCCI working swiftly to send overseas players and support staff to their home amid India-Pakistan tensions. 

In pic: IPL chairman Arun Dhumal and Army officer 

'As you know, the situation escalated yesterday...' IPL chairman Arun Dhumal gives massive update on future of suspended cash-rich league amid India-Pakistan border tensions

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended IPL 2025 and is working swiftly to send overseas players and support staff to their home, prioritising their security amid escalating military tensions and cross-border conflict between India and Pakistan. 


BCCI suspends IPL 2025. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Pat Cummins (R) celebrates with teammate Travis Head after taking the wicket of Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad

IPL 2025 suspended: BCCI prioritises players' safety, overseas players are likely to leave on this day amid India-Pakistan border tensions

The IPL 2025 has been suspended by the BCCI for one week following the escalation on the India-Pakistan border.

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How IPL franchises came out in support of armed forces after escalation on India-Pakistan border

The BCCI has confirmed that the IPL 2025 has not been suspended indefinitely but for a week, after which the situation will be reassessed.

BCCI has suspended IPL 2025 for a week.

BCCI will reassess the situation and announce the update schedule in due course.

A total of 17 matches are remaining in IPL 2025 including the cancelled Dharamsala match. 

IPL 2025, Dharamsala stadium

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 with immediate effect for a week, gives big update on new schedule and venue

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) postponed the second edition of the Bengal Pro T20 League until further notice amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

CAB postponed the 2nd edition of Bengal Pro T20 League amid India-Pakistan border tensions.

BCCI postponed the IPL 2025. 

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Bengal Pro T20 League postponed until further notice amid India-Pakistan war-like situation

Football

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has been crowned the Football Writers' Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year, marking a remarkable third win in his illustrious career. 

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah won his third Football Writers' Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year award.

Salah has an impressive 33 goals and 23 assists across all competitions.

The last time Salah won the FWA Footballer of the Year award was back in 2017–18 and 2021–22 seasons.

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Liverpool's Mohamed Salah beats Premier League rivals to win FWA accolade

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) indefinitely postponed the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 after Dubai refused to host the tournament in the UAE amid an India-Pakistan war-like situation. 

PCB postponed PSL 2025 after Dubai shut doors to host the tournament. 

BCCI suspends IPL 2025 amid India-Pakistan border tensions.

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PCB postpones PSL 2025 after Dubai shut doors on Pakistan's plan to host remainder of tournament in UAE

Others

The Neeraj Chopra Classic Javelin meet, which is scheduled to take place on May 24 in Bengaluru, has been postponed indefinitely, citing a war-like situation between India and Pakistan. 

Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event supposed to take place in Bengaluru.

Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event has been postponed amid India-Pakistan war-like situation. 

Neeraj Chopra of India during the javelin throw at the Wanda Diamond League 2024 final event and 48th edition of the Memorial Van Damme athletics meeting.

After IPL 2025, Neeraj Chopra Classic Javelin meet postponed amid India-Pakistan war-like situation

The third edition of the World Test Championship (WTC) final is scheduled to take place between South Africa and Australia at the iconic Lord's Stadium in England. 

WTC Final will be played between South Africa and Australia. 

WTC Final 2025 will take place at Lord's Stadium in England. 

 The One Day International World Cup and World Test Championship mace is displayed during an Australian nets session at Optus Stadium on December 13, 2023 in Perth, Australia.

Gujarat vs Bangalore Match Stats

Match 45, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

'Should have better things to do': New Zealand legend reacts to Virat Kohli's outburst on strike-rate criticism

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2024

Sun 28 April, 15:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 02

RCB
169/8 (20.0 ov)

GT
170/2 (17.5 ov)

Gujarat Titans beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 8 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2024 On May 04

RCB
152/6 (13.4 ov)

GT
147 (19.3 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by 4 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2023 On May 21

RCB
197/5 (20.0 ov)

GT
198/4 (19.1 ov)

Gujarat Titans beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 6 wickets

Umpires

Umpire
Virender Sharma (IND), Nitin Menon (IND) and Vineet Kulkarni (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

'Should have better things to do': New Zealand legend reacts to Virat Kohli's outburst on strike-rate criticism

'How many games of cricket have you played?': AB de Villiers brutally slams Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics

'Was pissed off when I didn't hit six on first ball': Dressing room conversation reveals how Virat Kohli almost cost Will Jacks his maiden IPL century

'To finish game you need Sher ka Jigar not SR': Former Indian cricketer praises Virat Kohli after his outburst on strike-rate criticism

WATCH: Will Jacks brings out Virat Kohli's awestruck reaction with back-to-back sixes against Rashid Khan

Virat Kohli HITS BACK at strike-rate critics: 'People can talk all they want'

WATCH: Mohammed Siraj loses cool at teammate Will Jacks as he drops Sai Sudharsan's catch during RCB's match against GT; video viral

'All people who talk about strike rates and me not playing spin well...': Virat Kohli slams his critics after 44-ball 70 against Gujarat Titans

GT vs RCB: Will Jacks' sensational century, Virat Kohli's fifty lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru to 9-wicket win over Gujarat Titans

'If I had to learn something from Virat Kohli...': Gautam Gambhir reveals RCB superstar's one skill he wishes to emulate

Gujarat vs Bangalore Match Stats

Match 45, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

'Should have better things to do': New Zealand legend reacts to Virat Kohli's outburst on strike-rate criticism

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2024

Sun 28 April, 15:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 02

RCB169/8 (20.0 ov)

GT170/2 (17.5 ov)

Gujarat Titans beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 8 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2024 On May 04

RCB152/6 (13.4 ov)

GT147 (19.3 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Gujarat Titans by 4 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2023 On May 21

RCB197/5 (20.0 ov)

GT198/4 (19.1 ov)

Gujarat Titans beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 6 wickets

Umpires

UmpireVirender Sharma (IND), Nitin Menon (IND) and Vineet Kulkarni (IND)

RefereeJavagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

'Should have better things to do': New Zealand legend reacts to Virat Kohli's outburst on strike-rate criticism

'How many games of cricket have you played?': AB de Villiers brutally slams Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics

'Was pissed off when I didn't hit six on first ball': Dressing room conversation reveals how Virat Kohli almost cost Will Jacks his maiden IPL century

'To finish game you need Sher ka Jigar not SR': Former Indian cricketer praises Virat Kohli after his outburst on strike-rate criticism

WATCH: Will Jacks brings out Virat Kohli's awestruck reaction with back-to-back sixes against Rashid Khan

Virat Kohli HITS BACK at strike-rate critics: 'People can talk all they want'

WATCH: Mohammed Siraj loses cool at teammate Will Jacks as he drops Sai Sudharsan's catch during RCB's match against GT; video viral

'All people who talk about strike rates and me not playing spin well...': Virat Kohli slams his critics after 44-ball 70 against Gujarat Titans

GT vs RCB: Will Jacks' sensational century, Virat Kohli's fifty lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru to 9-wicket win over Gujarat Titans

'If I had to learn something from Virat Kohli...': Gautam Gambhir reveals RCB superstar's one skill he wishes to emulate

RCB
169/8 (20.0 ov)

GT
170/2 (17.5 ov)

RCB
152/6 (13.4 ov)

GT
147 (19.3 ov)

RCB
197/5 (20.0 ov)

GT
198/4 (19.1 ov)

Umpire
Virender Sharma (IND), Nitin Menon (IND) and Vineet Kulkarni (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)