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Indian Premier League March 2024

Delhi head coach Ricky Ponting backed Glenn Maxwell for taking a break from Indian Premier League 2024. He said that players' health and well-being are above anything else.&nbsp;

Delhi Capitals head coach Ricky Ponting (L) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Glenn Maxwell (File photo: Getty)

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Ricky Ponting backs ‘big dog’ Glenn Maxwell’s break from IPL 2024, says ‘a lot of pressure…’

Irfan Pathan opined that Dinesh Karthik should not be selected for the T20 World Cup squad based on his impressive performance in the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League.

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan (L) and RCB's Dinesh Karthik. (Getty)

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‘In World Cups, you won't see uncapped players bowling’: Irfan Pathan on Dinesh Karthik’s place in India's T20 WC squad

Tennis legend Mahesh Bhupathi reacted after RCB lost to SRH by 25 runs at the M Chinnaswamy in Bengaluru on April 15. He said that BBCI should sell RCB to a new owner.&nbsp;

Tennis legend Mahesh Bhupathi (L) and RCB's Virat Kohli. (Getty)

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‘Enforce sale of RCB to a new owner’: Tennis legend Mahesh Bhupathi makes massive statement after RCB’s 25-run loss to SRH 

The impact player rule in the Indian Premier League has helped franchises extend their batting lineups and use specialists for specific roles.

Chennai Super Kings batter Shivam Dube during IPL 2024 (Getty Images)

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'Covers up for poor selection and auction strategy': Former SRH coach wants impact player rule trial to go away

Royal Challengers Bengaluru coach Andy Flower has backed veteran player Dinesh Karthik's inclusion in the Indian squad for the T20 World Cup 2024.

Dinesh Karthik after his knock against SRH (credit: Getty Images)

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'Making push for World Cup team': RCB coach backs Dinesh Karthik's inclusion in India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Pat Cummins sends warning to all IPL teams after dominant performance against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2024.

Pat Cummins during RCB vs SRH match (credit: Getty Images)

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'Everyone is terrified..before they even walked out': Pat Cummins addresses SRH and passes subtle warning to rest of the teams

Virender Sehwag came down heavily on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) amidst their nightmarish campaign in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.

RCB skipper Faf Du Plessis (right) and star batter Virat Kohli in this frame. (Getty)

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'Players go mute in front of Faf du Plessis': Virender Sehwag exposes RCB's big flaw amidst turbulent IPL 2024 campaign

Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Pat Cummins trolled his Australian teammate Marnus Labuschagne on Instagram after the RCB vs SRH match in IPL 2024.

Pat Cummins, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne in the frame (credit: Getty Images)

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Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins hilariously trolls Australian teammate Marnus Labuschagne after RCB vs SRH clash

Virat Kohli scored 42 off 20 with a stunning strike rate of 210 in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's losing cause in their IPL 2024 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli (R) plays a shot during the IPL 2024 clash against SRH on April 15. (Getty)

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'Better than Gayle, just behind Rohit, Hardik...': India's WC-winner shuts down Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics in style

Orange Cap: Travis Head sneaked into top 10 of the IPL 2024's leading run-scorers' list after cracking a lightning century in SRH's 25-run win over RCB.

From left: SRH's Travis Head and RCB's Faf Du Plessis and Dinesh Karthik in this frame. (Getty)

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IPL 2024 Orange Cap: Travis Head takes big leap after robust ton while Dinesh Karthik, Faf Du Plessis storm into top 10 despite RCB's loss

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As several England players are heading back home, the England Cricket Board has offered to host the remainder of the IPL 2025.

IPL 2025 has been suspended for a week following escalation on India-Pakistan border.

ECB has offered to host the remainder of the IPL 2025.

The report says that Test players for India can stay back for the Test series.

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England Cricket Board offers to host remainder of IPL 2025 as several players fly back home amidst rising India-Pakistan border tensions

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 amid a war-like situation between India and Pakistan. 


BCCI suspends IPL 2025 amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

PBKS and DC reached New Delhi via 'specially-arranged' Vande Bharat train. 

Yuzvendra Chahal and Shreyas Iyer in New Delhi

WATCH: DC, PBKS players and other support staff involved in IPL 2025 called-off Dharamshala match reach New Delhi in 'specially-arranged' Vande Bharat train

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. 

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

Former England captain Michael Atherton said that Rohit Sharma had a 'funny Test career' considering the wait to become a regular in the format.

Michael Atherton feels time was running out for Rohit Sharma.

Atherton was not surprised when he saw Rohit retiring from Test cricket.

Rohit was struggling with the bat in Test cricket before announcing his retirement. 

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'Decision didn't come as a surprise because it's a bad combination...': Former England captain on Rohit Sharma's retirement

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Trade rumors surrounding Kevin Durant are heating up, with the Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves reportedly interested in acquiring the Phoenix Suns star in the upcoming offseason, according to insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer.

Kevin Durant plays for the Phoenix Suns.

Kevin Durant could part ways with the Suns during the offseason.

Kevin Durant in the frame.

NBA Trade Rumor: Insiders Reveal the Names of Franchises Who are Frontrunners in Acquiring Kevin Durant from the Suns

Weeks ahead of the five-Test series on England soil, India's star batter Virat Kohli has informed the board about his decision to retire from the longest format.

Virat Kohli is unlikely to make himself available for selection for England tour.

Kohli informed BCCI about his decision after Rohit retired from Test cricket.

Kohli has been asked to reconsider but a final call will be taken in team selection meeting. 

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli informs BCCI about his retirement from Test cricket, final call to be taken by selection committee

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Rafael Nadal believes Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner currently hold an edge over other ATP players, but notes the future is uncertain.

Carlos Alcaraz is a tennis player from Spain.

Jannik Sinner is the current World No.1 in men's singles category.

Rafael Nadal is hailed as one of the greatest players to ever grace the game.

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Bangalore vs Hyderabad Match Stats

Match 30, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Ricky Ponting backs ‘big dog’ Glenn Maxwell’s break from IPL 2024, says ‘a lot of pressure…’

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2024

Mon 15 April, 19:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On May 13

RCB

SRH

Match Postponed

Indian Premier League, 2024 On Apr 25

SRH
171/8 (20.0 ov)

RCB
206/7 (20.0 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 35 runs

Indian Premier League, 2023 On May 18

SRH
186/5 (20.0 ov)

RCB
187/2 (19.2 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets

Umpires

Umpire
Anil Chaudhary (IND), Rohan Pandit (IND) and Bruce Oxenford (AUS)

Referee
Manu Nayyar (IND)

News updates

Ricky Ponting backs ‘big dog’ Glenn Maxwell’s break from IPL 2024, says ‘a lot of pressure…’

‘In World Cups, you won't see uncapped players bowling’: Irfan Pathan on Dinesh Karthik’s place in India's T20 WC squad

‘Enforce sale of RCB to a new owner’: Tennis legend Mahesh Bhupathi makes massive statement after RCB’s 25-run loss to SRH

'Covers up for poor selection and auction strategy': Former SRH coach wants impact player rule trial to go away

'Making push for World Cup team': RCB coach backs Dinesh Karthik's inclusion in India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad

'Everyone is terrified..before they even walked out': Pat Cummins addresses SRH and passes subtle warning to rest of the teams

'Players go mute in front of Faf du Plessis': Virender Sehwag exposes RCB's big flaw amidst turbulent IPL 2024 campaign

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins hilariously trolls Australian teammate Marnus Labuschagne after RCB vs SRH clash

'Better than Gayle, just behind Rohit, Hardik...': India's WC-winner shuts down Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics in style

IPL 2024 Orange Cap: Travis Head takes big leap after robust ton while Dinesh Karthik, Faf Du Plessis storm into top 10 despite RCB's loss

Bangalore vs Hyderabad Match Stats

Match 30, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Ricky Ponting backs ‘big dog’ Glenn Maxwell’s break from IPL 2024, says ‘a lot of pressure…’

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2024

Mon 15 April, 19:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On May 13

RCB

SRH

Match Postponed

Indian Premier League, 2024 On Apr 25

SRH171/8 (20.0 ov)

RCB206/7 (20.0 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 35 runs

Indian Premier League, 2023 On May 18

SRH186/5 (20.0 ov)

RCB187/2 (19.2 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets

Umpires

UmpireAnil Chaudhary (IND), Rohan Pandit (IND) and Bruce Oxenford (AUS)

RefereeManu Nayyar (IND)

News updates

Ricky Ponting backs ‘big dog’ Glenn Maxwell’s break from IPL 2024, says ‘a lot of pressure…’

‘In World Cups, you won't see uncapped players bowling’: Irfan Pathan on Dinesh Karthik’s place in India's T20 WC squad

‘Enforce sale of RCB to a new owner’: Tennis legend Mahesh Bhupathi makes massive statement after RCB’s 25-run loss to SRH

'Covers up for poor selection and auction strategy': Former SRH coach wants impact player rule trial to go away

'Making push for World Cup team': RCB coach backs Dinesh Karthik's inclusion in India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad

'Everyone is terrified..before they even walked out': Pat Cummins addresses SRH and passes subtle warning to rest of the teams

'Players go mute in front of Faf du Plessis': Virender Sehwag exposes RCB's big flaw amidst turbulent IPL 2024 campaign

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins hilariously trolls Australian teammate Marnus Labuschagne after RCB vs SRH clash

'Better than Gayle, just behind Rohit, Hardik...': India's WC-winner shuts down Virat Kohli's strike-rate critics in style

IPL 2024 Orange Cap: Travis Head takes big leap after robust ton while Dinesh Karthik, Faf Du Plessis storm into top 10 despite RCB's loss

SRH
171/8 (20.0 ov)

RCB
206/7 (20.0 ov)

SRH
186/5 (20.0 ov)

RCB
187/2 (19.2 ov)

Umpire
Anil Chaudhary (IND), Rohan Pandit (IND) and Bruce Oxenford (AUS)

Referee
Manu Nayyar (IND)