Here’s a brief summary of the stories that made headlines in the cricket world today.
In an assessment of Hardik Pandya’s IPL circumstances, Kevin Pietersen said, “He’s trying to act like he is so happy, he isn’t happy.”
Recently, Kevin Pietersen expressed his opinion, claiming that Pandya is not truly pleased and is only attempting to appear joyful throughout his matches. Pietersen expressed his opinion that a player should not be in a comparable circumstance, having experienced one himself. (SEE MORE)
- After a game-changing performance against LSG, Mitchell Starc oozes confidence, saying, “I don’t read anything, so that doesn’t bother me.”
Starc had an economy rate of 11 and just two wickets before the LSG match. He said that, even if he did read news feeds, it would not upset him. (SEE MORE)
- Hardik Pandya fumbles at Wankhede Stadium during the toss between MI and CSK
The toss winner, Pandya, stumbled over his choice. He said, “MI will bat,” then corrected himself when the presenter reaffirmed his choice to bowl first. (SEE MORE)
- Sanjay Bangar predicts the Punjab Kings’ top order to score quickly, saying, “They are just one knock away.”
Sanjay Bangar, Head of Cricket Development at Punjab Kings, commended the team for persevering in the centre of the pitch to the very end. (SEE MORE)
- Brian Lara praises “genius” Suryakumar Yadav, saying, “Never seen shots like that from someone coming off an injury.”
Former cricketer Brian Lara of the West Indies talked about the matchup between Suryakumar Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja, who between them have won ten IPL titles, which took place on April 14 at the storied Wankhede Stadium in the IPL’s El Clasico. (SEE MORE)
- Gautam Gambhir refutes Chandrakant Pandit’s accusation of “militant-style” coaching
Gautam Gambhir, the coach of the Kolkata Knight Riders, has come forth to back head coach Chandrakant Pandit in the wake of criticism directed at his methods. (SEE MORE)
- Aakash Chopra on the PBKS-RR match: “Only Shimron Hetmyer played T20, the rest were playing Test cricket.”
Keshav Maharaj (2/23) and Shimron Hetmyer (27 off 10) were commended by Chopra for their efforts during the Royals’ three-wicket victory on April 13. (SEE MORE)
- Michael Vaughan is adamant that MI captain Hardik Pandya is necessary for the T20 World Cup.
India’s roster and team’s preparation has been a topic of conversation as the entire globe excitedly awaits the 2024 ICC T20 globe Cup, which is scheduled to take place in the USA and the West Indies in June. (SEE MORE)
- “I’m excited to join you guys.” The mysterious post by Cheteshwar Pujara has Chennai Super Kings supporters in a frenzy.
Just hours before Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) squared off in the present Indian Premier League (IPL) season, veteran Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara made headlines worldwide. (SEE MORE)
- I’m glad that everyone is excited to go and observe – Sanju Samson playfully grabs a catch against PBKS in response to the on-field incident.
Sanju Samson spoke out to express his happiness that players desire to take catches and his sadness if no one stood up following a collision on the pitch. (SEE MORE)