The second day of the IPL 2025 Auction saw intense bidding wars as RCB secured talented English all-rounder Jacob Bethell for Rs 2.6 crore, while CSK acquired Australian pacer Nathan Ellis for Rs 2 crore. Sri Lankan fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera and West Indies sensation Shamar Joseph were sold to Delhi Capitals and LSG respectively, while all-rounder Kamindu Mendis was taken by SRH at his base price of Rs 75 lakh. Several big names like Jason Behrendorff and Navdeep Saini went unsold, making it an eventful day for the IPL teams. Stay updated with the latest business news and stock market updates through our coverage.
The Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana saw a remarkable 10th-wicket partnership between Dane Piedt and Nandre Burger, taking the total from a dismal 97-9 to a semi-respectable 160. Despite Temba Bavuma's decision to bat first, Joseph's 5-33 in 14 overs proved to be too much for the South African batsmen, with only four managing to reach double digits.
England's tactics for the third Ashes Test have left many scratching their heads. Despite claiming to be building for the future, England's team only includes one pace bowler under the age of 33. Meanwhile, West Indies have made just one change, with the return of Shamar Joseph after illness. England's betwixt and between selection has left many questioning their strategy.
In a crucial game for both teams, Lucknow Super Giants won the toss and elected to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings at Ekana Cricket Stadium. LSG made one major change to their playing eleven with New Zealand pacer Matt Henry replacing Shamar Joseph, while CSK dropped star players Shardul Thakur and Daryl Mitchell. Chennai, who thrashed Mumbai Indians in the last game, made two surprise changes to their starting eleven today, with English spin all-rounder Moeen Ali and pacer Deepak Chahar returning to the team.
Get ready for an exciting match as two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 28 of IPL 2024. The toss has been won by KKR who have decided to bowl first in their second home game after 22 days, on the occasion of Bengali New Year. Both teams are tied at 6 points each, with KKR currently placed at second and LSG at fourth in the points table. KL Rahul, captain of LSG, will be playing in the iconic Mohun Bagan maroon and green jersey and has made some interesting changes to the playing XI including handing an IPL debut to West Indies' Shamar Joseph who had a stellar performance in the recent day-night Test against Australia. Stay tuned for an electrifying match at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
After a loss in their previous match, Kolkata Knight Riders bounced back with a powerful performance against Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The Kolkata team successfully restricted Lucknow to a low score of 161/7 while bowling, and then chased down the target in just 15.4 overs. Guyanese pacer Shamar Joseph conceded 22 runs in his first over, making it the most expensive first over of the season. However, Phil Salt's unbeaten 89 runs, supported by captain Shreyas Iyer's 38, helped Kolkata claim a convincing win. For Lucknow, Nicholas Pooran's late burst of 45 runs helped them cross the 160-run mark. Mitchell Starc was the pick of the bowlers for Kolkata with 3 wickets.
In the highly anticipated match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lahore Qalandars at Eden Gardens, Phil Salt has emerged as the dominant force, thanks in part to a crucial dropped catch by Yash Thakur of LSG. Despite Salt's explosive batting, LSG's bowlers have been able to keep KKR under pressure, with Mohsin Khan claiming the wicket of Angkrish Raghuvanshi in just his second over. With the pitch offering plenty of swing, the return of Shamar Joseph to the bowling line-up could prove to be a game changer.
West Indies' Shamar Joseph has been named as a replacement for England's Mark Wood for the upcoming IPL 2024 season. Joseph, who played a crucial role in West Indies' historic win against Australia earlier this year, will join Lucknow Super Giants for a price of INR 3 crore. This will be Joseph's first stint in the IPL and his performance in the recent series against Australia has earned him the Player of the Series award.
West Indies' newest pace sensation, Shamar Joseph, has been named as the replacement for injured English bowler Mark Wood for the 2024 Indian Premier League. The Lucknow Super Giants have signed Joseph for a whopping Rs. 3 crore, showcasing the team's faith in the young player's abilities. Fans and experts alike are eagerly awaiting Joseph's debut in the IPL, which is sure to be filled with excitement and thrilling performances.
24-year-old West Indies bowler Shamar Joseph has been chosen as a replacement for Mark Wood in the 2022 Indian Premier League season for the Lucknow Super Giants. This will be his first stint in the IPL. Joseph played a crucial role in West Indies' historic win against Australia earlier this year, taking seven wickets in the match and helping his team level the series. He also won the Player of the Series award for his outstanding performance.