Virat Kohli was on fire for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Thursday, leading them to a big win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Dharamsala. But beyond the win, Kohli achieved something even more special - he became the first player ever to score over 1000 runs against three different teams in the IPL!
The Mumbai Indians (MI) may not be continuing their IPL 2024 journey to the playoffs, but they've left their mark with some exceptional performances. While the team fell short this season, there's a lot to appreciate in their journey so far. Leading the pack is Jasprit Bumrah, the team's pace spearhead. He currently sits atop the IPL 2024 bowling charts with a whopping 18 wickets in just 12 games! Even more impressive is his economical bowling, maintaining a rate of just 6.20 runs per over. This is a testament to his accuracy and control, making him a true asset to the team. While Bumrah has been phenomenal, credit goes to the young talent Tilak Varma as well. The batsman has emerged as MI's highest scorer so far, amassing 384 runs with an impressive average of over 42. This bodes well for the team's future, showcasing the potential of their rising stars.
Yuzvendra Chahal etched his name in Indian cricket history on Tuesday, becoming the first Indian bowler to claim a staggering 350 wickets in T20 cricket. This remarkable feat underlines Chahal's exceptional skills and unwavering consistency in the fast-paced world of T20s.
Imagine a regular cricket pitch where the natural grass is strengthened with a small amount (only 5%) of artificial fibers. This unique combination offers several advantages. The hybrid pitch is much tougher and more durable than traditional pitches, making it less prone to wear and tear.
There was a swing of momentum in the race for the most first-over wickets in IPL history this week! In a nail-biting match against Rajasthan Royals (RR), Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar roared back to form, tying the record for most wickets taken in the opening over of an IPL innings.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad is on fire! In a dominant display at his home ground, Chepauk Stadium, Gaikwad not only snatched the IPL 2024 Orange Cap from Virat Kohli but also rewrote the record books for most runs scored by a CSK batsman at Chepauk in a single season! Gaikwad's blistering knock