Rishabh Pant, after his IPL stint, aims to recharge before the England Test tour, reflecting on Lucknow Super Giants' injury-hit season despite his brilliant century in the final fixture. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a thrilling win, propelled by Jitesh Sharma's explosive innings and Mayank Agarwal's contribution.
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The BCCI has reappointed T Dilip as the Indian team's fielding coach for the upcoming England tour due to the unavailability of a suitable replacement. This decision follows the board's earlier decision to part ways with Dilip after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.
Mumbai Indians secured their IPL playoff spot with a dominant 59-run victory over Delhi Capitals, eliminating DC from the competition. Suryakumar Yadav's explosive 73 propelled MI to 180/5, while Delhi collapsed to 121 all out. A post-match interaction between Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul went viral. KL Rahul has scored 504 runs from 12 matches at an impressive average of 56, including a century and three fifties.
Rishabh Pant's explosive century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the final league game of IPL 2025 propelled Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to a formidable 230. Pant's 54-ball hundred, his fastest in IPL, revived his form after a dismal season. Anushka Sharma's reaction in the stands went viral as RCB faced a daunting chase to secure a top-two finish.
Shubman Gill has been named India's Test captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, with Rishabh Pant as his deputy for the upcoming England series. Gill, at 25, acknowledges the influence of his predecessors, noting Kohli's aggressive leadership and Sharma's calm, tactical approach. Having debuted in 2020, Gill has played 32 Test matches, amassing 1,893 runs with five centuries.
Jitesh Sharma's explosive, unbeaten 85 propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record-breaking chase against Lucknow Super Giants. Overcoming cramps and a couple of close calls, Jitesh credited his mentor Dinesh Karthik's advice for his match-winning knock. Bengaluru's victory secured their flawless away record and paved their path to a top-two finish.
Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians will clash in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad, a match relocated due to geopolitical tensions. While PBKS aim for their first final since 2014, MI seeks their sixth title. Although rain briefly impacted PBKS's training, the forecast for the match is clear.
Punjab Kings' quest for a top-two IPL playoff finish suffered a setback with a six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals despite posting a competitive 206/8. Shreyas Iyer's 53 and Marcus Stoinis's 44 were not enough as Delhi chased the target successfully.
India's Test squad for the upcoming series against England reveals a strong Gujarat Titans influence, with five players selected, including captain Shubman Gill. The team reflects a shift towards IPL-proven talent, with several players earning their spots based on domestic and white-ball performances.
Urvil Patel expressed his gratitude towards MS Dhoni for the opportunity to play under his leadership during IPL 2025. Joining CSK as a replacement, Patel made significant contributions, including a crucial knock in a successful 180-plus chase. Despite limited appearances, Patel showcased his aggressive batting style and potential as a power-hitter, leaving a lasting impression.