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India.com
5 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
IPL 2025 Final: PBKS Predicted Playing XI Against RCB
photoDetails english 2910473 Updated:Jun 03, 2025, 01:01 PM IST Priyansh Arya - The Aggressive Opener 1 / 12 The young and fearless Priyansh Arya has shown promise with his aggressive batting at the top. Known for his attacking intent in the powerplay, Arya can provide PBKS with a flying start, especially against pace-heavy bowling attacks. Prabhsimran Singh - Explosive Stroke-Maker 2 / 12 Prabhsimran brings flair and innovation to the top order. A naturally aggressive batter, he complements Arya well and has the ability to dominate spinners and pacers alike. His role will be crucial in setting the tone in the powerplay overs. Josh Inglis - The Stabilizer & Wicketkeeper 3 / 12 Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis adds balance to the PBKS lineup. With his calm presence and ability to accelerate in the middle overs, Inglis can both anchor the innings and finish strong when needed. His experience also helps behind the stumps. Shreyas Iyer - The Captain & Backbone 4 / 12 Skipper Shreyas Iyer provides stability and leadership in the middle order. Having led multiple franchises to the finals, including KKR's 2024 title win, Iyer's ability to guide the chase or steady the innings under pressure is a major asset for PBKS. Nehal Wadhera - The Versatile Middle-Order Batter 5 / 12 Nehal Wadhera is a dependable option in the middle order. He has shown the ability to build partnerships and rotate strike efficiently. His temperament and technique make him vital during middle overs or in tricky chases. Shashank Singh - PBKS' Surprise Package 6 / 12 Shashank has been one of the biggest surprises this season, playing impactful cameos when it mattered the most. Known for his clean hitting and fearless approach, he can take on bowlers at any stage and change the momentum quickly. Marcus Stoinis - The Powerhouse All-Rounder 7 / 12 Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis adds depth with both bat and ball. Capable of clearing the ropes effortlessly, Stoinis is a dangerous finisher. With the ball, his medium pace provides useful breakthroughs and control in the middle overs. Kyle Jamieson - The Tall Enforcer 8 / 12 New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson uses his height and bounce effectively. He can extract life even from slow pitches and bowl in crucial phases, especially during the powerplay and death overs. His lower-order hitting is a bonus. Azmatullah Omarzai - Afghanistan's Rising Star 9 / 12 Omarzai brings versatility to the side. His all-round skills allow PBKS to play with balance. With a knack for picking key wickets and scoring valuable lower-order runs, Omarzai is a key utility player in this line-up. Yuzvendra Chahal - Spin Wizard 10 / 12 Veteran spinner Yuzvendra Chahal is the key spin weapon for PBKS. With his guile, flight, and ability to pick wickets in the middle overs, Chahal will play a huge role in controlling the game and breaking important partnerships. Arshdeep Singh – Death Overs Specialist 11 / 12 The left-arm pacer continues to impress with his consistency, especially in the death overs. Arshdeep's yorkers and slower deliveries make him a go-to bowler in high-pressure moments. His calmness under fire is a big asset. Vijaykumar Vyshak - The X-Factor Quick 12 / 12 Vyshak offers pace and aggression. While he might be the 12th man or an impact sub depending on the pitch, his ability to pick up quick wickets makes him a handy bowling option for PBKS if conditions favour seam.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Every moment with Thala...': Urvil Patel posts heartfelt message for CSK legend MS Dhoni
' wicketkeeper-batter Urvil Patel expressed gratitude towards through a social media post on Sunday, highlighting his experience of playing under the former India captain's leadership during IPL 2025. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Patel, who joined CSK as a replacement player, made an impact in his limited appearances, including helping the team achieve their first successful 180-plus chase in over six years. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. Patel shared his thoughts about playing under 's captaincy through an Instagram post, stating: "Grateful for the incredible opportunity to play under the legendary leadership of MS Dhoni. Every moment with Thala, on and off the field, has been a masterclass in calmness, leadership and humility." The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batter came to the with impressive credentials in domestic cricket, having topped the sixes charts in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with 29 sixes in six innings. He also holds the record for the joint-second-fastest T20 hundred. Drafted as a replacement for Vansh Bedi, Patel made an immediate impression in his IPL debut by hitting a six off the second ball he faced. His aggressive batting style was evident in his knock of 31 off 11 deliveries, which proved crucial in Chennai's successful run chase. More Than a Team: The Rise of CSK & the Whistle Podu Army In CSK's final league game against Gujarat Titans, Patel displayed his batting prowess by taking on both pace and spin bowlers. He hit a six off Mohammed Siraj and contributed to Chennai's joint-highest powerplay score of 68/1 in IPL 2025, alongside Devon Conway. Despite appearing in only three innings during IPL 2025, including one where he was dismissed for a two-ball duck, Patel showcased glimpses of his potential as a power-hitter for future IPL seasons. Greenstone Lobo: Why CSK, KKR, LSG, SRH, RR failed in IPL 2025 Patel's T20 career statistics demonstrate his aggressive batting style, with 1230 runs in 50 matches at an average of 26.17 and an impressive strike rate of 172.26, including two centuries.
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
India's Test squad with new captain Shubman Gill called 'strange overall' by Manjrekar: ‘When it comes to return on…'
In what is the beginning of a new chapter for the Indian cricket team, the BCCI named Shubman Gill as the new Test captain, ahead of the five-match Test series in England, startingo n June 20. The move sees a new generation take over the mantle from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who recently announced their Test retirements. Rohit was the previous India Test skipper. Meanwhile, wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been appoinetd as the vice-captain. Uncapped GT opener Sai Sudharsan was also included in the squad, and even Karun Nair made a comeback after seven years. Meanwhile, Ajit Agarkar and Co. decided to snub veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, blaming his fitness issues, and included left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh. The selection committee ignored Sarfaraz Khan and the biggest shock was Shreyas Iyer's exclusion. Taking to X, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar questioned the team selection made by Ajit Agarkar's committee, and called it 'strange overall'. 'Strange team selection overall. But India go to England with nothing to lose. It's a team in transition so we can only wish it the very best & yes, be patient when it comes to returns on investment', he wrote. Regarding Iyer's absence, Agarkar explosively remarked that there is currently no place for the PBKS skipper in the Test squad. The first Test in England will begin on June 20 in Leeds, followed by the second fixtre starting on July 2 at Edgbaston. Meanwhile, the third fixture is scheduled to begin on July 10 at Lord's and the fourth at Old Trafford from July 23 onwards. The fifth and final Test will take place at The Oval from July 1-August 4. The spin department will also have a new look, especially with the retirement of R Ashwin. Ravindra Jadeja is the only veteran in the three-man spin quartet picked by the selection committee, which includes Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav. Sundar's inclusion also adds more batting depth to the side.
News18
30-04-2025
- Business
- News18
Cricket Kenya To Start Its Own Franchise T20 League In September
The first season of the league will be a 25-day showdown to be contested by six franchises that have been allowed to import at least five international players. Cricket Kenya is all set to start its own franchise-based league, CKT20, in September to revive the sport in which the country had done reasonably well in the past, including reaching the semi-final of the ODI World Cup in 2003. The first season of the league will be an intense 25-day showdown to be contested by six franchises that have been allowed to import at least five international players from across the globe. A lucrative contractual agreement has been penned by the CK and the Dubai/India based company AOS Sport Tournament in which the latter is expected to invest USD two million over a period of five years. 'This is huge. It will be exciting. It will be thrilling. It will turn around Kenya's game for the better," former Kenya International Kennedy Obuya said. 'Only four of the foreign players in a team will be permitted to play at any given fixture, the rest of the fielded squad will be local," explained the former wicketkeeper-batter, who played 90 ODIs for his country and is also a CK Board Member. The league is set to get USD 300,000 funding in the opening season from the AOS. The support will be increased by USD 50,000 annually, translating to USD 350,000 in 2026, USD 400,000 in 2027, USD 450,000 in 2028 and USD 500,000 in 2029, totalling to approximately 255 million Kenyan Shilling in the five years at the current rate. 'This strategic collaboration is poised to catapult Kenyan cricket to unprecedented heights. The CKT20 League promises to unlock vast potential for Kenyan cricketers, as well as talented players from the African associate member nations," the AOS Sport Tournament Chairman Chandra Prakash Panwar stated. 'This initiative aligns with the vision of Honorable Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who graciously pledged comprehensive support to the Kenyan government, to support Kenya's tourism and sport," Panwar added. 'Only four of the foreign players in a team will be permitted to play at any given fixture, the rest of the fielded squad will be local," explained Obuya. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) Location : Nairobi, Kenya First Published: April 30, 2025, 10:47 IST
Express Tribune
17-04-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Mohammad Rizwan best current option for captaincy, says Iftikhar Ahmed
Iftikhar Ahmed has voiced support for Mohammad Rizwan to continue as Pakistan's ODI captain, calling the wicketkeeper-batter the best available option despite mounting criticism and leadership uncertainty in the national team. In a recent interview, Iftikhar stated that Rizwan's credentials speak for themselves, insisting the decision is based on performance, not friendship. 'For me, if you compare everywhere, I think Rizwan is the best option. It's not because he is my friend or that we play for the same club, Multan Sultans. If you assess our options, Rizwan is the best choice and he can improve,' Iftikhar said. The statement comes amid growing scrutiny of Rizwan's leadership. Under his captaincy, Pakistan have suffered major defeats, including during the ICC Champions Trophy and the recent tour of New Zealand. The T20 side is currently under Salman Ali Agha's leadership, further fuelling speculation about a potential change in ODI captaincy. Rizwan, who also leads Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League, has enjoyed considerable success in the domestic T20 circuit. Under his guidance, Multan reached four consecutive PSL finals, winning the title in 2021. Supporters argue that his consistency at the franchise level reflects leadership qualities worth retaining. However, Multan Sultans have not had the best start to HBL PSL 10, losing both of their opening games. Rizwan's individual batting performances, however, have received praise. Despite a strong personal record as a batter, Rizwan's international captaincy has not yielded notable results, prompting critics to call for fresh leadership. However, Iftikhar's endorsement suggests confidence remains within the dressing room. The Pakistan Cricket Board has yet to make a formal decision regarding Rizwan's future as ODI captain, but with multiple contenders emerging, the leadership question remains open.
