MI captain Hardik Pandya will miss their IPL 2025 opener against CSK due to a one-match ban for slow over-rates. Pandya has named Suryakumar Yadav, current India T20 captain, as his successor for the match. With experienced leaders like Yadav, Rohit Sharma, and Pandya, the team looks to bounce back after a disappointing season last year.
Get ready for an epic showdown as Chennai Super Kings releases their full schedule for IPL 2025. The five-time champions will kick off the season by facing off against Mumbai Indians in Chennai on March 23rd, followed by a highly-anticipated match against Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 28th. Fans can expect even more excitement as CSK takes on various teams, including defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and the returning Lucknow Super Giants. The season will culminate with a thrilling match against Gujarat Titans on May 18th at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Stay tuned for what promises to be an action-packed season for CSK!
England made changes to their team ahead of the second T20I against India, with Atkinson being replaced by Carse and Smith being added as cover for the possibly ill Bethell. With Bethell's potential absence and England's poor performance in the first match, it will be a challenging task for the visitors as they face a strong Indian team at the spin-friendly Chepauk ground. Will these changes make a difference for England as they seek to turn the tables on India in the upcoming match?
In an exciting T20I series between India and England, Suryakumar Yadav has taken on the role of captain for the Indian team in the second match. The match takes place at the iconic Chepauk stadium, which hasn't hosted a T20I match in seven years. With a 1-0 lead, India aims to secure a dominant 2-0 advantage against England, who will have to overcome challenges with missing players.
After an exciting last-ball finish in the first T20I at M.A Chidambaram Stadium, India and England are set to clash once again at the Chepauk Stadium. The venue has proved to be a challenging one, with the need for skilled spinners to dominate the game. India's Varun Chakravarthy and Washington Sundar will play a crucial role in leading their team to victory, while England will hope to level the series with a strong performance. Both teams have announced their playing 11s, with the visitors maintaining a good run-rate despite losing regular wickets. It's BazBall time as England's Carse hits a six down the ground off Axar Patel and tries to maintain their momentum.
Former Indian captain and cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar voices his worries about Ravichandran Ashwin's surprise retirement mid-series, drawing parallels to the consequences of MS Dhoni's similar decision during the 2014-15 Test series in Australia. With Ashwin's absence leaving a void in India's spinning attack, Gavaskar points out the impact on team planning and selections, further questioning the timing of the announcement. Meanwhile, Ashwin's state-mate and Indian teammate Washington Sundar shares a heartfelt tribute to the allrounder, expressing his admiration and gratitude for Ashwin's mentorship and inspiration.
The Chennai Super Kings' middle-order suffered a dramatic collapse against the Rajasthan Royals, as they fell short chasing the target set by the Royals. Veteran batsmen MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja tried to take the game deep, but were ultimately unable to pull off a thrilling last-over finish. The Royals' spin bowlers caused panic and triggered the collapse, getting rid of crucial wickets including Rahane, Dube, and Conway. Despite that, the close finish and the valiant efforts of the CSK batting pair garnered praise from the crowd.
Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin's wife Prithi had some tough questions for him after his impressive performance in the Test match at Chepauk. In a video posted by the BCCI, she playfully asked if his energy levels were refueled after his five-wicket haul and hundred runs. Ashwin responded by explaining why he couldn't give her attention on the first day, adding a comical touch to their post-match conversation.
Fans of Indian superstar Thalapathy Vijay were in for a treat when they learned that legendary cricket captain MS Dhoni would be making a cameo appearance in his latest movie 'The Greatest of All Time'. In a short scene at the iconic Chepauk Stadium, Dhoni is shown stepping out to bat for his team Chennai Super Kings, creating a moment of excitement for both cricket and film lovers. The clip of their on-screen moment has taken the internet by storm, leaving fans in awe of the two icons' unexpected collaboration.
Despite the challenging batting conditions at the Chepauk track, Rajasthan bowler Rituraj Singh claimed four wickets, helping wrap up Tamil Nadu's innings for 295 in the ongoing Ranji Trophy final. In his post-match media interaction, Singh credited his success to captain Hrishikesh Kanitkar and bowling partner Pankaj Singh. He also mentioned his off-season training at the MRF Pace Foundation as a key factor in his success. With Rajasthan on the verge of becoming two-time Ranji Trophy champions, Singh's contributions have been crucial in their journey.