Sports, Cricket, 24th Mar 2019, News & Stories from India

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Sports Cricket 24 Mar 2019

Sports, Cricket, 24 Mar 2019

Having opted to bowl, the otherwise disciplined KKR attack looked clueless against the rampaging Warner who was let off twice while on scores of 21 and 68 by Robin Uthappa and skipper Dinesh Karthik respectively. (Photo: BCCI)

IPL 2019: Warner's 85, Shankar's cameo drives Hyderabad to a fighting 181

Comeback-man David Warner struck 85 off 53 balls and shared a 118-run stand for the first wicket with Jonny Bairstow (39).

24 Mar 2019 7:26 PM

Ashwin himself is struggling to make a comeback to the Indian side and is likely to miss the World Cup bus with Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravindra Jadeja doing a nice job with the white ball. (Photo: PTI)

'Smith is a quality player but comebacks are tough': Ashwin

The spotlight will be on Smith when Rajasthan Royals' clash with Punjab tomorrow.

24 Mar 2019 7:21 PM

The music composer said that he expects the Delhi crowd to come out in big numbers to support their team throughout this year's edition of the IPL. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi Capitals releases 'Roar Machaa' as its official IPL anthem

The anthem titled 'Roar Machaa' has been composed and sung by famous Bollywood music composer and singer Amit Trivedi.

24 Mar 2019 7:14 PM

Despite finishing on the winning side, Dhoni made it clear that he would expect better wickets in the upcoming games. (Photo: File)

Dhoni, Kohli expresses dissatisfaction over Chepauk's wicket

Royal Challengers Bangalore were all out for 70 in 17.1 overs, a target that Chennai Super Kings achieved in 17.4 overs.

24 Mar 2019 7:00 PM

Five of the top 10 spots in the International Cricket Council’s rankings for one-day international bowlers are occupied by wrist spinners. (Photo: BCCI)

'Finger spinners have a role to play', says Harbhajan

Wrist spinners, once considered a luxury for their penchant to bleed runs, have taken the limited-overs formats by storm.

24 Mar 2019 6:57 PM

Harbhajan, who did not have a great season in the 2018 edition of the IPL, said it was nice to be on the winning side and contributing to the team's cause. (Photo: AP)

'It was a difficult pitch to bat, but it wasn't unplayable': Harbhajan

The 38-year-old admitted that he and his team were surprised at the amount of turn they got from the pitch.

24 Mar 2019 6:42 PM

CSK’s Harbhajan Singh celebrates the dismissal of Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli. (Photo: AP)

Chennai Super Kings go bang bang!

If not for CSK’s sloppy effort on the field that resulted in a few extra runs, RCB wouldn’t have crossed 60.

24 Mar 2019 4:04 AM

Three-time champions Mumbai Indians will start their Indian Premier League campaign against Delhi Capitals at Wankhede stadium on Sunday.

Mumbai Indians clash with Delhi Capitals

Delhi have changed their owners, name from Delhi Daredevils to Delhi Capitals in bid to gain their first title.

24 Mar 2019 3:55 AM

Gambhir-Kohli joust offers a dramatic backdrop

The Indian captain, never at a loss for words, was dismissive of the criticism by his former Delhi and India colleague.

24 Mar 2019 3:41 AM

Mumbai Indians player Hardik Pandya and coach Mahela Jayavardene during a practice session ahead of an IPL cricket match in Mumbai on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Mumbai Indians get closer to fans

The IPL franchise bidding for fourth title has increased reach on social media platforms.

24 Mar 2019 2:09 AM

The promotions for the IPL Season 12 have been revolving around two of Indian cricket superstars — M.S. Dhoni and Virat Kohli.

Tale of two cities

The IPL opener between Chennai and Bangalore is not just about Kohli vs Dhoni and has plenty of subplots.

24 Mar 2019 1:08 AM

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