South Africa's former wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher observes that David Miller struggled against spin in their 61-run loss to India. Miller and Heinrich Klaasen could not find boundaries in the middle overs, resulting in their eventual dismissal by Varun Chakravarthy. Boucher also notes Bishnoi's clever use of seam to exploit the pitch's assistance, ending with two wickets. Proteas, led by Aiden Markram, initially chose to field and were unable to chase India's target of 203.
After India defeated South Africa by 61 runs in the 1st T20I, former cricketer Mark Boucher shared his thoughts on Jio Cinema. He praised Men in Blue spinner Varun Chakravarthy's performance, saying he bowled briskly and had a great partnership with Ravi Bishnoi. Boucher also noted that the Indian bowling attack made it look like "men against boys" and that South Africa never had a chance. India's strong batting, led by Sanju Samson, provided the foundation for their victory.
Former South African cricketer Mark Boucher has hailed Indian batsman Sanju Samson for his impressive performance in the first T20I match against South Africa. Samson's century in just 47 balls helped India secure a win and establish a strong batting lineup for future matches. Despite facing a strong opponent, Samson's confident batting technique proved to be the key factor in India's win. Fans and critics alike are praising Samson's redemption in the international arena and are eagerly anticipating his future contributions to the Indian team.
Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the new Head Coach of Mumbai Indians, replacing Mark Boucher. Jayawardene was previously the Head Coach of the franchise from 2017 to 2022, during which MI won three titles. He was serving as the Global Head of Cricket for MI before taking up the role of Head Coach again. Jayawardene's experience and leadership is expected to benefit the team and continue the legacy of the franchise.
After finishing last in IPL 2024, the Mumbai Indians have decided to bring back Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach for the 2025 season. In his previous stint with the franchise from 2017 to 2022, he successfully led the team to victory. Under his leadership, the team is hoping to see an improvement in their performance in the upcoming season after a disappointing season with Mark Boucher as the coach. Jayawardene will bring back his expertise and passion for the game, which is highly valued by the team’s owner, Akash Ambani.
Former Sri Lankan captain Mahela Jayawardene has been brought back as the head coach for Mumbai Indians, replacing South Africa's Mark Boucher. Jayawardene previously served as the head coach for the franchise from 2017 to 2022 before becoming the global head of performance for the MI franchise across the world. He brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and passion for the game, which will be beneficial for the five-time champions as they aim for another IPL title in 2025. Boucher, who helped MI win three titles during his tenure, will step down after two seasons and become an integral member of the MI family.
Despite a disappointing season for Mumbai Indians, coach Mark Boucher reveals that there haven't been many conversations about former skipper Rohit Sharma's future. Boucher confirms that Rohit is focused on the upcoming T20 World Cup and acknowledges his mastery in the game. However, with the next season's auction looming, Rohit's future with MI remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Rohit himself takes responsibility for the team's poor performance and reflects on their missed opportunities during the season.
After a disappointing season, Mumbai Indians' head coach Mark Boucher admits that the team was affected by the backlash from their fans over the change in captaincy. Hardik Pandya, the new captain, faced criticism even at their home venue and will now be banned for the first game of the next season. Despite this, Boucher believes that this experience will make Pandya a stronger leader in the long run. Stay updated on all the latest IPL 2024 developments, including points table, team updates, and live scores.
After a disappointing campaign in the 2024 edition of the IPL, Mumbai Indians and head coach Mark Boucher are uncertain about the future of Rohit Sharma with the franchise. While Rohit had a decent season with the bat, Boucher believes it was a season of two halves and that the franchise may have moved on from their former skipper. However, Boucher did hint that Hardik Pandya could be a long-term captain for the team.
Ahead of Mumbai Indians' last IPL fixture, coach Mark Boucher chatted with Rohit Sharma and asked him about his future plans. The Indian skipper responded that his focus is on the upcoming T20 World Cup. There were doubts about Rohit's future in the franchise and the tournament after losing his captaincy, but after their conversation, coach Boucher believes Rohit is in control of his own destiny.