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KKR vs RCB highlights: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) put on a masterclass in batting dominance to thrash the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by seven wickets in the 10th match of IPL 2024. A brutal opening partnership and disciplined bowling sealed a convincing victory for KKR, sending them to the top of the points table. Explosive Start Sets the Tone KKR openers, Sunil Narine and Phil Salt, wasted no time in dismantling the RCB bowling attack. Narine, the enigmatic all-rounder, transformed into a six-hitting machine, smashing five sixes and two fours in a blistering 22-ball knock of 47 runs. Salt, known for his aggressive style, provided able support with a quickfire 30 from 20 balls, including two fours and two sixes. Their 85-run partnership in just six overs left RCB ree...

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will clash in the 11th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday. Both teams will be looking to secure their second win of the season. Let's take a look at the LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction to help you build a winning team! LSG vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction: Wicket-Keepers: Quinton de Kock (LSG) KL Rahul (LSG) Batsmen: Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS) Liam Livingstone (PBKS) All-Rounders: Marcus Stoinis (LSG) Sam Curran (PBKS) Bowlers: Harshal Patel (PBKS) Kagiso Rabada (PBKS) Ravi Bishnoi (LSG) Avesh Khan (LSG) Team Composition: LSG: 5-6 PBKS: 5-6 Captaincy Picks: KL Rahul (LSG) Shikhar Dhawan (PBKS) Vi...

The Mumbai Indians' (MI) stuttering start to the IPL 2024 season has cast a shadow beyond the cricket pitch. While two consecutive defeats and a captaincy change have placed Hardik Pandya under the microscope, the situation has taken a disturbing turn with his wife, Natasa Stankovic, being targeted by online trolls. MI's Rocky Road MI, a team synonymous with IPL success, finds itself in unfamiliar territory. After a much-publicized trade that saw Hardik Pandya return to Mumbai and replace Rohit Sharma as captain, they've slumped to defeats against both Gujarat Titans (Pandya's former team) and Sunrisers Hyderabad. These losses have reignited discussions about the trade's wisdom and Pandya's leadership abilities. Hardik Seeks Unity, Tendulkar Offers Support Faced with mount...

Indian Test batsman Hanuma Vihari finds himself embroiled in a controversy with the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA). This article explores the situation and the unresolved tension between the two parties. Hanuma Vihari Fallout After Ranji Trophy Exit The discord began following Andhra's quarter-final defeat in the 2024 Ranji Trophy. Vihari, who captained the team for their opening match, took to social media accusing the ACA of unfairly removing him from the captaincy. Initially, Vihari attributed the decision to "personal reasons." However, later posts revealed a more contentious situation. Vihari alleged that the ACA bowed to pressure from a local politician whose son, the 17th player during the Bengal match, complained about Vihari's use of strong language. Vihari's so...

CSK vs GT: The Chennai Super Kings continued their winning streak in IPL 2024 with a dominant 63-run victory over the Gujarat Titans. This win showcased a significant shift in CSK's strategy, with batting power taking center stage. A New Era for CSK: Batting Takes Center Stage Traditionally known for their spin-bowling dominance on home turf, CSK surprised everyone with an aggressive batting display. They opted for just one frontline spinner, Ravindra Jadeja, relying on their deep batting lineup to overpower Gujarat. This new approach seems to be working well, with Chennai putting up big scores and putting pressure on their opponents. Gujarat's Batting Woes Exposed Gujarat's chase fell flat from the start with the early dismissal of their skipper Shubman Gill. The lack of ...

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the much-awaited Women's Asia Cup 2024, which will be held in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, from July 19th to July 28th, 2024. This edition promises to be bigger and more exciting than ever before. Eight Teams Vying for Glory The tournament will see an expansion from the previous edition, featuring eight teams instead of six. The four established teams – India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh – will be joined by the semifinalists of the Women's Premier Cup 2024. This opens the door for new contenders like UAE, Malaysia, Nepal, and Thailand to showcase their talent on the prestigious Asia Cup stage. A Tournament Committed to Women in Cricket Following the successful implementation in the 2022 edition, the Women's Asia Cup 2024 will o...