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Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced significant criticism for his performance during the first half of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season. With RCB losing 7 of their first 8 games, Kohli’s strike rate became a major talking point. Even cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar criticized Kohli for his perceived lack of intent, prompting a response from the RCB star. Now, AB de Villiers has weighed in, expressing his dismay at the harsh criticism aimed at Kohli. During a conversation on Jio Cinema, De Villiers shared his thoughts on the situation, recalling his own experiences of playing with and against Kohli. He emphasized that criticism often brings out the best in Kohli and advised teammates to avoid provoking him. “I thought it was really unfair for a hero and role model like Virat to face so much criticism. But knowing him, I was certain that criticism would only fuel his determination. I used to tell my teammates, ‘do not say a word to Virat on the pitch,’ because...

Dinesh Karthik, a key player for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), ended his Indian Premier League (IPL) career with a loss in the Eliminator match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Wednesday. Karthik, who had suggested this IPL season would be his last, received a guard of honour from his teammates after the match in Ahmedabad. While Karthik himself didn’t comment on his retirement, the league’s broadcaster confirmed the news through a social media post following the game. Karthik, who debuted in the T20 league 16 years ago, is celebrated as one of the best finishers in this format of cricket. Jio Cinema, the IPL’s digital broadcaster, paid tribute to the RCB wicketkeeper-batsman on social media. Karthik, who has one IPL title to his name, acknowledged the fans by removing his gloves as RCB players expressed their gratitude to the spectators. A heartfelt moment for RCB fans occurred when Virat Kohli embraced Karthik, who appeared emotional. As he walked back to the dressing room, Kart...

In a high-stakes IPL 2024 Eliminator match today, Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Ahmedabad. The winner will advance to face SunRisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 2 on Friday, while the loser will be knocked out of the tournament. Despite being strong contenders a few weeks ago, the Rajasthan Royals now find themselves as underdogs, having lost four consecutive matches and having one game abandoned due to rain. In contrast, RCB has built significant momentum with six straight wins, making them a formidable opponent in the playoffs. Rajasthan Royals, the 2008 IPL champions, have struggled recently, with weaknesses in both their batting and bowling becoming apparent. The absence of Jos Buttler has significantly weakened their batting lineup, putting additional pressure on Yashasvi Jaiswal (348 runs), skipper Sanju Samson (504), and Riyan Parag (531) to deliver a strong performance. Former Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar anticipates a potentially one-s...

Mumbai Indians’ newly-appointed skipper, Hardik Pandya, is set to lead the team where he initially launched his IPL career in the upcoming 2024 season. The decision to move from the Gujarat Titans to the Mumbai-based franchise has stirred discussions in the cricketing community, particularly as he takes over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma. Despite the ongoing chatter, Pandya expresses his joy at returning home after a two-year absence. Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma During a conversation on Star Sports, Pandya reflected on his cricketing journey, expressing gratitude for the unwavering support of fans. “It’s a blessing beyond words,” he shared. “Returning to Mumbai Indians feels like coming back to where it all began. From my early days in Baroda to Mumbai, this city has been instrumental in my growth, instilling in me humility and resilience. The city’s love and teachings are invaluable, shaping me into the cricketer I am today. Mumbai always challenges you to be better, and now, wit...

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have encountered a significant setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, as their star batter, Devon Conway, is set to miss a substantial portion of the competition. The New Zealand international is scheduled to undergo surgery on his left thumb, following an injury sustained during the T20I series against Australia. New Zealand Cricket confirmed this unfortunate development, stating that Conway would require a minimum of 8 weeks to recover from the surgery. Consequently, he will be unavailable for the opening match of the IPL 2024 season against Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22. Chennai Super Kings in action The official statement from New Zealand Cricket reads, “BLACKCAPS opener Devon Conway will this week undergo surgery on the left thumb he damaged during the KFC T20I series against Australia. Following several scans and specialist advice, the decision was made to operate on Conway with a likely recovery period of at least eight weeks.”...