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After playing for two countries, New Zealand cricketer Bernadine Bezuidenhout announces retirement – India TV

After playing for two countries, New Zealand cricketer Bernadine Bezuidenhout announces retirement – India TV

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Image Source : GETTY Bernadine Bezuidenhout New Zealand’s wicketkeeper-batter Bernadine Bezuidenhout has announced retirement from international cricket with immediate effect. However, she will be available to play for Northern Districts to play in domestic cricket next season. Bernadine is one of the few cricketers to play for two countries in her career. She first represented South Africa, the country of her birth, in 2014 before moving to New Zealand and play for white ferns in 2018. Overall, she played 20 ODIs and 29 T20Is in her international career mustering 291 and 299 runs respectively in the two formats. The decision comes close on the heels of the Women’s T20 World Cup that is set to be played in Bangladesh later this year in October. Opening up about the decision, the 30-year-old recalled the memories while playing for the country and has thanked everyone who helped her achieve success in the sport. “It’s been such a great ride. Playing for the White Ferns has been a huge privilege and honour and it’s left me with the fondest memories. The journey has taught me so much and I’ll be forever grateful to everyone who has been on the path with me,” she said in a statement released by New Zealand Cricket (NZC). Bernadine has founded the a non-profit, social organisation The EPIC Sports Project Charitable Trust and was finding it tough to balance her work and playing career and hence, the decision. “I’m at peace with this decision but it wasn’t an easy one to make. I’ve struggled to find a balance between my work and playing career for a while now, and after a lot of thought and reflection I feel that it’s the right time to pivot and put my full focus on The EPIC Sports Project,” she added. New Zealand head coach Ben Sawyer thanked Bernadine for her contributions and said that he is proud of her for the way she is impacting lives off the field. “I want to thank Bernie for the contributions she’s made to the White Ferns on the field, and for the caring qualities she brought to the group off the field. We’re proud of the work that Bernie does outside of cricket and I have no doubt she’ll continue to make a positive impact on the lives of many,” Ben said.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Today Match Prediction & Live Odds - IPL 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Today Match Prediction & Live Odds – IPL 2024

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Get to Know Who will win Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2024 Match and toss Prediction with Head to Head stats, Playing 11, CBTFJSK Tips, Live score & winning percentage. 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 : Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 : May 18, 2024𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 : 19:30 IST / 14:00 GMT𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐔𝐄 : M Chinnaswamy Stadium – Bengaluru, India𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 : IPL 2024 Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Betting Tips Virat Kohli has been top notch with over 660 runs for RCB so far in 13 games. Back him as top batter for RCB. Mohammed Siraj has shown great form in last few games and the conditions will be favourable for him. He is a top choice for RCB best bowler.Ruturaj Gaikwad has also scored nearly 600 runs in the tournament and will be CSK’s best bet for leading run scorer. With 16 wickets, Tushar Deshpande has done well for CSK. In overcast conditions, Deshpande can pose serious challenge thus he is our pick for top wicket-taker for CSK.Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad have scored hundreds in the tournament while several other players from both teams have got close. There is a good possibility that a century can be scored in the match. Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings TV channels: The fans can watch the match live on Hotstar Live Streaming: Live streaming of the match will be available on the FAFA191 Cricket Exchange India and website. Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings T20 Match Prediction & Betting Tips, IPL 2024 RCB will play CSK in the 68th match of the IPL 2024. The game will be played at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru and will start at 7:30 PM IST on May 18th. RCB and CSK will face off in a virtual knockout for the final place in IPL playoffs. RCB are placed sixth on the points table, with 12 points, however, if they beat CSK, they will reach 14 points, on par with CSK. The fourth qualifier will then be decided by the net run rate. For RCB to topple CSK in run rate, they need to beat CSK by 18 or more runs or ensure they chase the target inside 18.1 overs.  For CSK, the equation is pretty simple. The Gaikwad-led side just need a win to qualify for the playoffs. RCB have been in great form of late and they would certainly back themselves to get the better of CSK. However, the Yellow Army have been a stiff opposition to beat for RCB, who have lost 22 out of the 33 games against CSK.  Another massive aspect to consider is the weather. As per the weather forecast, there is a prediction of heavy rain on the match day and if the match gets washed out, CSK will qualify for the playoffs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Match Toss PredictionChinnaswamy Stadium is not an easy ground to defend. Also, with rain around, captains will prefer to bowl. Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Pitch ReportThe wicket at the Chinnaswamy Stadium will be good for batting, however, there is some rain around and the overcast conditions can help the fast bowlers get some swing and movement, making it a bit more challenging for the batters. Bengaluru Weather ReportThe weather is not very promising as there is over 80 per cent chance of rain on the match day. The IMD has issued an Orange Alert for Bengaluru on May 18. Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings, Indian Premier League 2024

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'The one who completes me': Jasprit Bumrah's heartfelt birthday note to wife Sanjana Ganesan | Cricket News

‘The one who completes me’: Jasprit Bumrah’s heartfelt birthday note to wife Sanjana Ganesan | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah took a break from the rigors of the IPL to celebrate a special occasion, penning a heartfelt note for his wife, Sanjana Ganesan, on her birthday.In a touching gesture shared on social media, Bumrah expressed his love and appreciation for his wife, emphasizing her role in completing him and making the world a wonderful place. “Happy Birthday to my person, the one who completes me and with her by my side the world is a wonderful place. Angad and I wish you have the best birthday, with lots of love and cuddles from us,” Bumrah wrote, accompanied by a beautiful photo. Amidst Bumrah’s personal celebration, the Mumbai Indians find themselves in a precarious position in the ongoing IPL 2024, battling to salvage their pride after a disappointing season. With eight defeats in eleven matches, including four consecutive losses, Mumbai Indians languish at the bottom of the tournament table, struggling to replicate their past successes.Despite the team’s struggles, Bumrah has been a standout performer, leading the Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack with distinction, claiming 17 wickets in 11 matches at an impressive average of 16.11. However, Mumbai Indians’ reliance on Bumrah underscores the collective underperformance of their star players, contributing to their dismal season.In contrast, Sunrisers Hyderabad, currently positioned at No. 4 with 12 points in 10 matches, are poised for a playoff berth, rejuvenating their campaign with promising performances. As they face off against Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad aim to further solidify their playoff aspirations, presenting a formidable challenge to their opponents.

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'Mumbai Indians ki kahani khatam': What went wrong for five-time IPL champions | Cricket News

‘Mumbai Indians ki kahani khatam’: What went wrong for five-time IPL champions | Cricket News

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Five-time champions Mumbai Indians are all but out of the race to IPL 2024 playoffs. Going through one of their worst seasons in IPL history, Hardik Pandya & Co. faced their eighth defeat in 11 matches, losing to Kolkata Knight Riders by 24 runs on their home ground, Wankhede Stadium, on Friday.IPL STANDINGS: Points Table | Orange Cap | Purple Cap The defeat, which was MI’s first against KKR at the Wankhede in 12 years, once again brought Hardik ‘s captaincy in focus. “This was such a good team on paper but was not managed well. The questions that were being raised about Hardik Pandya’s captaincy were absolutely correct,” said former India pacer Irfan Pathan, analysing the game in a video on social media. KKR put up 169 on the board, thanks to a half-century by Venkatesh Iyer (70 off 52 balls) and an equally crucial 31-ball 42 by Manish Pandey, despite MI having the visitors on the ropes at 57/5 in just the seventh over.WATCH VIDEO “When you had KKR’s five wickets for just 57 runs, there was no need to give Naman Dhir three overs in a row. You should have got your main bowlers on, but you had your sixth bowler deliver three overs. That allowed Venkatesh Iyer and Manish Pandey to put a partnership together….Where you could have bowled KKR out for 150, they went on to make 170, and that turned out to be the difference,” added Pathan, raising questions on captain Hardik’s decisions on the field. Mitchell Starc, the most expensive player in IPL history, finally did justice to his price tag with match-winning figures of 4/33 as Mumbai folded up for 145 in 18.5 overs despite Suryakumar Yadav’s 35-ball 56. Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine and Andre Russell took two wickets each. “KKR now looks like a ‘khatarnak’ (dangerous) team after Mitchell Starc’s return to form. They had just one weak link in fast bowling, which was Mitchell Starc’s bowling. The way he bowled to Tim David must be appreciated,” analysed Irfan.The win took KKR to No. 2 on the points table with seven wins in 10 matches. Coming back to MI captaincy, which had changed hands from Rohit Sharma to Hardik before the start of this season, Irfan said MI is not playing as a unit under Hardik’s captaincy. “In cricket, captaincy has a huge effect and it’s very important to manage, which did not happen. Mumbai Indians isn’t looking like a team that is playing as a unit, and this aspect needs to be looked at going forward for Mumbai Indians. Players need to respect the captain and also accept him appreciably, this is very important. That, I think, could not be seen on the field,” the former cricketer cum commentator said. “Whatever the reason is, they have to think about it and improve.”

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Rajasthan Royals finish third after rain plays spoilsport in their IPL game against KKR | Cricket News

Rajasthan Royals finish third after rain plays spoilsport in their IPL game against KKR | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals faced the consequences of their lackluster performance in the business end of the tournament, settling for a third spot on the points table as their final IPL league match against table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders was abandoned due to rain in Guwahati on Sunday. The unfortunate outcome meant both Royals and KKR shared a point each and Sunrisers Hyderabad pipping the former for a second spot on a better Net Run Rate. The Royals’ inability to secure a victory in their last game proved costly as they will now have to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Eliminator.As It HappenedWhile KKR finished the league engagements on 20 points with nine wins and two more solitary points courtesy wash-outs, SRH (17 points) pipped RR (17 points) despite both teams have equal points. SRH finished with NRR of 0.414 compared to RR’s 0.273.KKR will play Sunrisers Hyderabad in the first Qualifier in Ahmedabad on Tuesday followed by the ‘Eliminator’ between RR and RCB in the same venue.Rajasthan Royals would blame themselves for getting into a nice little rut after an incredible run during the first half of the tournament when they had won eight out of their nine games.But their campaign lost a bit of steam towards the back end as they lost four games on trot and with no Jos Buttler for crunch games, facing a marauding RCB in a winner-takes-all match could be a very tough proposition.On the other hand, SRH, a team that redefined power-hitting with optimum use of ‘Impact Sub’, had one of their best chases on Sunday, albeit on a track that once again resembled a highway in terms of its placid quotient. The chase of 215 against a depleted Punjab Kings with five balls to spare also bolstered their NRR just when it was needed.(With inputs from PTI)

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In the history of the T20 World Cup, only Virat Kohli has... | Cricket News

In the history of the T20 World Cup, only Virat Kohli has… | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: When you talk about achievements or awards in any ICC tournaments, Virat Kohli‘s name has to be there and the talismanic Indian batsman stands out as the only player to have won two “Player of the Tournament” in the history of the T20 World Cup, in 2014 and 2016 editions.His ability to consistently deliver match-winning knocks under immense pressure is truly awe-inspiring.Kohli’s hunger for success, coupled with his impeccable technique and mental fortitude, has earned him a place among the cricketing greats.Shahid Afridi, the flamboyant all-rounder from Pakistan, etched his name in history by claiming the award in 2007. His explosive batting and crafty leg-spin bowling made him a formidable force on the field. Afridi’s ability to single-handedly turn the tide of a match with his audacious strokeplay and clever variations was a sight to behold. Tillakaratne Dilshan, the Sri Lankan batting maestro, was the recipient of the award in 2009. His innovative “Dilscoop” shot and aggressive batting approach left bowlers perplexed and spectators enthralled. Dilshan’s ability to adapt to different situations and his consistency at the top of the order made him a vital cog in Sri Lanka’s success.Kevin Pietersen, the swashbuckling English batsman, claimed the award in 2010. His ability to dominate any bowling attack with his array of audacious shots and sheer power made him a nightmare for opposition teams. Pietersen’s fearless approach and ability to rise to the occasion in crunch situations set him apart from his contemporaries.Shane Watson, the Australian all-rounder, was the deserving winner in 2012. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball made him an invaluable asset to his team. Watson’s power-hitting and incisive bowling spells often turned the tide in Australia’s favor, making him a true match-winner.David Warner, the swashbuckling Australian opener, etched his name in the annals of T20 World Cup history by claiming the award in 2021. His blistering batting displays, coupled with his exceptional running between the wickets, made him a force to be reckoned with. Warner’s ability to set the tone for his team with his aggressive intent was a sight to behold.Sam Curran, the young English all-rounder, emerged as the surprise winner in 2022. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball, coupled with his composure under pressure, made him a standout performer. Curran’s versatility and maturity beyond his years bode well for his future in the game.

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Azam Khan shown no mercy after flop show vs England as PCB, Babar Azam accused of 'nepotism'

Azam Khan shown no mercy after flop show vs England as PCB, Babar Azam accused of ‘nepotism’

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Azam Khan’s selection for Pakistan’s T20 World Cup team created plenty of controversy, due to his position as son of former national team skipper Moin Khan. Now his form has also not helped his cause, and has given more impetus to fans to criticise his selection. Pakistan’s Azam Khan walks back to the changing rooms after losing his wicket.(AP) The wicketkeeper-batter was dismissed for a five-ball duck in Pakistan’s fourth T20I against England. Receiving a short delivery by Mark Wood, Aam could only loop it into the air, for a simple catch behind the stumps. Pakistan could only post 157 in 19.5 overs. Meanwhile, England reached 158/3 in 15.3 overs, winning by seven wickets. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one fan said, “Azam Khan is an embarrassment to international cricket.” Meanwhile, another fan wrote, “PCB ko chahiye keh ICC se baat kar ke Azam Khan ki jagah 60, 60 kg walay 2 players khila le.” Another fan wrote, “No sane team will play Azam Khan again until he sorts out his fitness!” One fan wrote, “Azam Khan is the best example of nepotism in our country. Mediocrity rules here in every department. Shameless people who persisted with him must be charged and sentenced. This is a criminal act not a simple mistake.” Here are the other reactions- For the T20 World Cup, Pakistan are placed in Group A, alongside Canada, India, Ireland and the USA. Babar Azam and Co. will open their campaign on June 6, taking on the USA in Texas. Speaking after Pakistan’s defeat in the series vs England, Babar said, “First six overs, we played very well. After that, the momentum shifted as wickets fell. Our middle-order needs to step up. You need 2-3 good overs in the middle and in the death as well. England’s bowling was very good. Hopefully we don’t do this in the World Cup. We made a couple of changes due to the injuries. Our powerplay was good. We have played good cricket in patches.”

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Mumbai City FC record three second half goals to beat Mohun Bagan in ISL 2023-24 final – India TV

Mumbai City FC record three second half goals to beat Mohun Bagan in ISL 2023-24 final – India TV

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Image Source : ISL/X Mumbai City FC players celebrating ISL 2023-24 triumph Mumbai City FC pulled off a dominating comeback 1-3 win over Mohun Bagan to clinch the ISL 2023-24 title on Saturday. After going 0-1 down at halftime, Mumbai City recorded three goals without conceding any in the second half at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium. More to follow…

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Sri Lanka vs India, SL vs IND 2024, Today Match Prediction

Sri Lanka vs India, SL vs IND 2024, Today Match Prediction

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𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 : Sri Lanka vs India 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 : Aug 04, 2024𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 : 14:30 PM IST𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐔𝐄 : R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 : 2nd ODI 2024 Returning Rohit – A headache for Sri Lanka Sri Lanka vs India TV channels: The fans can watch the match live on Hotstar Live Streaming: Live streaming of the match will be available on the FAFA191 Cricket Exchange India and website. SL vs IND Match Prediction & Analysis The all-round effort by the hosts Sri Lanka started the ODI series with a thrilling tie at R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. In a nail-biting climax, Leading Sri Lanka in ODI cricket for the first time, Charith Asalanka delivered a dramatic finish by taking down Shivam Dube and No. 11 Arshdeep Singh with successive balls. With the series poised as 0-0, the second ODI of the three-match series will be played at R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo on 4th August from 2:30 pm. Sri Lanka Preview After a successful take on Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Zimbabwe this year, Sri Lanka must be high on confidence with the efforts from both batting and bowling unit. Pathum Nissanka will open the innings with Avishka Fernando. No other batter in the ODIs has had more runs than Pathum Nissanka since the start of 2023. He has scored 1704 runs with 5 centuries and 10 half-centuries since then. He has 553 ODI runs this year – the highest by any batter, that too with a strike rate of over 120. He will be the batter to watch out for. But Fernando is struggling at the top with just 252 runs in 19 innings.  India Preview Skipper Rohit Sharma is still in the mood of T20s. He smashed the Sri Lankan bowling attack all over the park scoring 58 runs in 47 deliveries. He will open with Shubhman Gill. Gill averages over 60 against Sri Lanka with 361 runs in 7 innings. Virat Kohli played a slow innings in the first game. But his history with Sri Lanka is quite powerful. In 52 innings, Kohli has 2618 runs against the hosts with 10 centuries and 12 half-centuries. He will be the batter to watch out for.

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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds

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Get to Know Who will win SL vs AFG 3rd ODI match and toss Prediction with Head to Head stats, Playing 11, CBTFJSK Tips, Betting Rates, Live score & winning percentage. MATCH: Sri Lanka vs AfghanistanDATE: Feb 14, 2024TIME: 14:30 IST / 9:00 GMTVENUE: Pallekele Cricket Stadium – Kandy, Sri Lanka TOURNAMENT: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2024 Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Betting Tips There were four half-centurions for Sri Lanka on Sunday but we are backing Charith Asalanka, who hit 97 not out in the second ODI, to be their highest run scorer in the third game of the series. Wanindu Hasaranga took 4/27 in the last match and the spinner is our tip for Sri Lanka’s top wicket taker in this match.Opener Ibrahim Zadran hit 54 runs in the last ODI and the right-hander is our pick for Afghanistan’s highest run scorer against Sri Lanka. Azmatullah Omarzai was the standout bowler for the visitors on Sunday and the all-rounder is a strong choice for Afghanistan’s top wicket taker on Tuesday.With an ODI average of 56.85 from 27 innings at home, we recommend selecting Charith Asalanka to hit over 31.5 runs in this game. Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan TV channels: The fans can watch the match live on Hotstar Live Streaming: Live streaming of the match will be available on the FAFA191 Cricket Exchange India and website. SL vs AFG 3rd ODI Match Prediction & Betting Tips The three game ODI series between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan comes to a close on Wednesday in the final day-night clash between the sides at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka have won the opening two fixtures by 42 runs on Friday and by 155 runs on Sunday. Read on as we preview this game. The day-night ODI begins at 14:30 local time in Pallekele on February 14th. Sri Lanka have been far too good for Afghanistan in the opening two games of the series and have now already won two ODI series this year. It would require a huge turnaround in form from both sides for Sri Lanka not to win this final game of this series. Afghanistan were completely outplayed on Sunday and their innings lasted less than 34 overs! In the opening game of the series it was their top order that crumbled but this time it was the middle-order who were unable to contribute. It would be a big surprise if Afghanistan managed to end the series with a victory. SL vs AFG Match Toss PredictionSri Lanka have won when batting first in both matches and chose to do so in the last game. We expect Afghanistan will want to field first so irrespective of who wins the toss, our prediction is that Sri Lanka will bat first. SL vs AFG Pitch ReportSri Lanka have shown in both games that there are plenty of runs to be had at this venue although the pitch does seem to be slowing a little. Any first innings score over 300 should be enough to win. Pallekele Weather ReportOnce again, the conditions will get progressively more humid in this match. Cloudy conditions are forecast throughout with the temperature in the mid-high twenties. Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2024

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