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Gujarat Titans IPL 2025: Squad, Stats & Predictions
Leadership & Home Advantage Key Takeaways from IPL 2024 1. PowerPlay Struggles 7.72 – Gujarat Titans’ run rate in the PowerPlay, the lowest in IPL 2024. Despite their overall strength, GT failed to dominate the PowerPlay like Sunrisers Hyderabad (11.17) and Kolkata Knight Riders (11.07). Openers Shubman Gill and Wriddhiman Saha couldn’t set the pace,…
Indian Govt Bans Tobacco & Alcohol Ads in IPL
Health Ministry Calls for Strict Ban on Promotions The Indian Ministry of Health has officially written to Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal, demanding a complete ban on all forms of tobacco and alcohol advertisements, including surrogate marketing. Director-General of Health Services, Atul Goel, emphasized that IPL, being one of the most-watched sports events…
Ajinkya Rahane Named KKR Captain for IPL 2025
KKR Welcomes Back an Experienced Leader Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have officially named Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The 36-year-old veteran batter returns for his second stint with the franchise after being picked up for his base price of £135k in the recent auction. Rahane, who played…
Venkatesh Iyer Ready to Lead KKR in IPL 2025
A New Leadership Contender for KKR? Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are yet to announce their captain for IPL 2025, and all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer has stepped forward, expressing his readiness to take on the leadership role. Despite having no prior captaincy experience at any competitive level, Iyer believes leadership is more than just a title. “Captaincy…
MS Dhoni Ready for IPL 2025: Age No Barrier
CSK Retains Dhoni for IPL 2025 The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have reaffirmed their faith in MS Dhoni by retaining him ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Despite retiring from international cricket five years ago, Dhoni remains a key figure in the CSK setup. His leadership and experience have helped the franchise secure five…
The Hundred Set for IPL-Style Auction in 2026?
New Investors Push for Open Bidding to Attract Global Stars The Hundred could be on the verge of a major transformation as new franchise owners push for an IPL-style auction format in 2026. With significant private investment now in play, there is growing momentum behind scrapping the current draft system in favor of an open…
Auqib Nabi Dar: The Silent Assassin of J&K Cricket
From Tennis Ball Cricket to Red Ball Domination Growing up in Baramulla, Kashmir, Auqib Nabi Dar honed his skills on rough cricket grounds where fast bowlers couldn’t even wear spikes. Unlike many aspiring pacers, he adapted early, focusing on wrist position and swing rather than sheer pace. His relentless self-improvement led to a smooth yet…
Wriddhiman Saha Retires: A Legacy of Grit and Glory
A Gloveman Par Excellence Calls It Quits Wriddhiman Saha, one of India’s finest wicketkeepers and a highly underrated batter, officially announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on February 1, following his last appearance for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25. With 40 Test matches and nine ODIs under his belt, Saha carved a…
Jamie Smith Impresses on Debut, IPL Dreams Ahead
A Promising Start: 12-Ball 22 on Debut England’s 24-year-old batter Jamie Smith made a memorable debut on the international stage in India on January 25. Replacing young Jacob Bethell in the playing XI, Smith scored a quick-fire 22 off just 12 balls, showcasing his potential. His impressive cameo caught the attention of former India head…
