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IPL 2025, KKR vs GT: Kolkata Knight Riders mentor Dwayne Bravo does not expect Andre Russell to go berserk everytime when the team needs 14-15 runs per over in a run chase.

Dwayne Bravo was happy when KKR restricted GT under 200.

Bravo doesn't think Andre Russell has an issue against leg-spinners.

Bravo backs Russell and others but wants top-order to do well.

Dwayne Bravo

KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo defends Andre Russell, blames top order as hosts lose big against Gujarat Titans, says 'we didn't get the start we wanted'

IPL 2025, KKR vs GT: Harsha Bhogle said that 'inappropriate conclusions' have been drawn over his absence for the KKR game. He said that it was pre-decided as per the roster.

Harsha Bhogle has refuted reports of his removal from panel for KKR game.

Bhogle said that it was pre-decided in the roster.

Bhogle said that he missed one of KKR's games due to illness in the family. 

Harsha Bhogle

'There are some inappropriate conclusions being...': Harsha Bhogle breaks silence on reports of removal from commentary panel for criticising Eden Gardens pitch

Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals Match Prediction: LSG will look to end their losing streak of three matches against DC.

KL Rahul will play his first match against former franchise LSG.

Delhi Capitals' top-order has not been consistent.

DC need more from their pace attack. 

KL Rahul, Kevin Pietersen

LSG vs DC Match Prediction: Mismatched on paper but evenly matched in head-to-head

LSG vs DC Predicted Playing XI: Delhi Capitals need a breath of fresh air in their pace attack which hasn't been menacing so far.

Mohit Sharma has taken just 2 wickets in the season so far.

Dushmantha Chameera has a good record against Nicholas Pooran.

LSG may unleash Mayank Yadav against Delhi Capitals.

Mitchell Starc, Axar Patel, KL Rahul

LSG vs DC Predicted Playing XI: Axar to bring in another overseas pacer to support Starc, only one change expected for host side

RCA ad hoc committee convenor Jaideep Bihani lashed out at Rajasthan Royals for not letting Rajasthan Cricket Association get involved in the management.

Rajasthan Royals have lost two close encounters while chasing.

RR lost to Lucknow Super Giants at home by 2 runs.

RR have lost 6 out of 8 games this season.

Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel

Rajasthan Royals accused of match-fixing by RCA ad hoc committee convenor, calls for investigation after Riyan Parag-led side's 2-run loss to LSG

The judge gave former Australian batter Michael Slater a suspended jail term but said that his rehabilitation is not going to be easy due to his alcohol problem.

Michael Slater has spent more than a year under custody.

Slater was booked for a dozen offences.

The judge told Slater that his rehaibilitation will not be easy. 

Michael Slater, Steve Smith

Former Australian cricketer gets suspended jail term for domestic violence, judge tells him 'Your rehabilitation will not be easy'

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South Africa vs Pakistan Match Stats

2nd ODI, Newlands, Cape Town

Match Details

Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25

Thu 19 December, 17:30:00 IST

South Africa, who chose to field

Newlands, Cape Town

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

ODI Tri-Series in Pakistan, 2025 On Feb 12

PAK
355/4 (49.0 ov)

SA
352/5 (50.0 ov)

Pakistan beat South Africa by 6 wickets

Pakistan in South Africa, 2 Test Series, 2024/25 On Jan 03

SA
615 (141.3 ov) & 61/0 (7.1 ov)

PAK
194 fol (54.2 ov) & 478 (122.1 ov)

South Africa beat Pakistan by 10 wickets

Pakistan in South Africa, 2 Test Series, 2024/25 On Dec 26

SA
301 (73.4 ov) & 150/8 (39.3 ov)

PAK
211 (57.3 ov) & 237 (59.4 ov)

South Africa beat Pakistan by 2 wickets

Umpires

Umpire
Alex Wharf (ENG), Lubabalo Gcuma (SA) and Nitin Menon (IND)

Referee
Sir Richie Richardson (WI)