Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli joined their respective teams ahead of the 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on March 18. Meanwhile, Islamabad United won their third Pakistan Super League (PSL) title by defeating Multan Sultans in the final.
Let's have a look at the top 10 trending sports news on March 19's sports roundup:
Hardik Pandya speaks on Rohit Sharma
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya spoke on Rohit Sharma in the press conference on March 18. Hardik revealed that he hasn't spoken with Rohit after joining the Mumbai Indians but he looks forward to meeting with the Hitman at the training camp.
Rohit Sharma joins Mumbai Indians training camp
On March 18, former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma joined the team's training camp and began his preparations for the upcoming season of the IPL.
Virat Kohli begins training with RCB
Former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain Virat Kohli joined the team's training camp on March 18. Kohli was seen practicing inside the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Suryakumar Yadav not yet cleared by the BCCI
Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher revealed that Suryakumar Yadav hasn't yet been cleared by the BCCI to participate in the 2024 IPL. Suryakumar is currently at the NCA undergoing rehabilitation.
KL Rahul cleared to play in IPL 2024
Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul has been cleared to participate in the upcoming season of the IPL. However, Rahul has been advised against wicket-keeping during the initial matches of the tournament.
Luke Wood replaces Jason Behrendorff
The Mumbai Indians on March 18 announced the replacement for their injured overseas pacer Jason Behrendorff. England's Luke Wood was included in the place of Behrendorff in the squad.
Islamabad United wins PSL
Islamabad United defeated Multan Sultans by two wickets in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) final to win their third title. Imad Wasim bagged five wickets with the ball.
Imad Wasim smokes cigarette inside dressing room
In a video that has created a stir on social media, Islamabad United's Imad Wasim was filmed smoking a cigarette inside the team's dressing room during the final match of the PSL.
Sarfaraz Khan, Dhruv Jurel gets Grade C contract
Sarfaraz Khan and Dhruv Jurel were included in the BCCI's centrally contracted players list. The duo was given a Grade C contract in which a player receives Rs 1 crore.
Bangladesh wins ODI series against Sri Lanka
Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka by four wickets in the 3rd and final ODI on March 18. As a result, the Bangla Tigers clinched the ODI series over the Islanders by a margin of 2-1.
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