Name: Fast bowler Wahab Riaz named caretaker Sports Minister of Pakistan's Punjab province
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Singer Arijit Singh, who performed at the IPL 2023 opening ceremony, was captured on camera touching Dhoni's feet.

IN PICS: Singer Arijit Singh touches MS Dhoni's feet at IPL 2023 opening ceremony

Singer Arijit Singh, who performed at the #IPL2023 opening ceremony, was captured on camera touching Dhoni's feet.

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#CSK #MSDhoni #Dhoni #GTvCSK

Singer Arijit Singh, who performed at the IPL 2023 opening ceremony, was captured on camera touching Dhoni's feet.

MS Dhoni is a revered figure all over India and it is not just the fans who worship him, even the celebs hold him in high regard.
Singer Arijit Singh, who performed at the IPL 2023 opening ceremony, was captured on camera touching Dhoni's feet.
This particular moment happened when Dhoni came onto the stage to meet the BCCI dignitaries. And Arijit, who was standing alongside actors Tamannah Bhatia &amp; Rashmika Mandanna, couldn't hold back his emotions on meeting the legendary Indian captain.
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) clarified that its chairman Najam Sethi had not recommended any idea relating to the Pakistan men's cricket team playing their world cup matches in Bangladesh instead of India.

Najam Sethi never spoke to ICC about playing World Cup matches in Bangladesh: PCB

The Pakistan Cricket Board has issued a clarification regarding the ODI World Cup venue change issue.

#PCB #BCCI #ICC #INDvPAK

"At no stage during Thursday&rsquo;s media interaction, did I give any reference to the ICC or made any remarks on the ICC Men&rsquo;s Cricket World Cup 2023, which is scheduled in October," Sethi said

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has clarified that its chairman Najam Sethi didn't make any recommendation relating to Pakistan playing their World Cup matches in Bangladesh instead of India.
"At no stage during Thursday&rsquo;s media interaction, did I give any reference to the ICC or made any remarks on the ICC Men&rsquo;s Cricket World Cup 2023, which is scheduled in October. This matter has not been mooted or discussed at any ICC forum so far,&rdquo; Sethi said in the press release.
According to PTI, ICC had already stated that no discussions relating to the Cricket World Cup 2023 were carried out with PCB as BCCI had assured that visa won't be a problem for the Men in Green.
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Only nine skippers attended the captains' meet in Ahmedabad a day before IPL 2023 kicks off, with Rohit Sharma being the notable omission.

IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma gives captains' meet a miss

Only nine skippers attended the captains' meet in Ahmedabad a day before IPL 2023 kicks off, with Rohit Sharma being the notable omission.

here's why

Only nine skippers attended the captains' meet in Ahmedabad a day before IPL 2023 kicks off, with Rohit Sharma being the notable omission.

Only nine skippers attended the captains' meet in Ahmedabad a day before IPL 2023 kicks off, with Rohit Sharma being the notable omission.
According to media reports, the MI captain was unwell, thus, failed to travel to Ahmedabad for the pre-IPL captains' meeting and photoshoot.
However, reports suggest Rohit will most likely be available for Mumbai's opening game against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 2.
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In Markram's absence, veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar will lead the Sunrisers against Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2023: Bhuvneshwar to lead SRH in opening game vs Rajasthan Royals

Sunrisers Hyderabad will be without their captain Aiden Markram in their IPL 2023 opener on April 2.

In Markram's absence, veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar will lead the Sunrisers against Rajasthan Royals.

Sunrisers Hyderabad will be without their captain Aiden Markram in their IPL 2023 opener on April 2.
In Markram's absence, veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar will lead the Sunrisers against Rajasthan Royals.
28-year-old Markram is on national duty as South Africa against the Netherlands, with the Proteas aiming for direct qualification to the ODI World Cup in India.
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Mohsin Khan's injury surely comes as a big blow but with Mark Wood, Avesh Khan &amp; Jaydev Unadkat all available, LSG have got the experience of players who have won both international &amp; domestic honours.

IPL 2023: Lucknow Super Giants Preview - What to expect from KL Rahul & Co.

After finishing 3rd on the points table in their debut season, #LSG are heading into #IPL2023 with a renewed determination of going the distance this time around.

Here's what you can expect from KL Rahul & Co.

#LSG #KLRahul

Mohsin Khan's injury surely comes as a big blow but with Mark Wood, Avesh Khan &amp; Jaydev Unadkat all available, LSG have got the experience of players who have won both international &amp; domestic honours.

After finishing 3rd on the points table in their debut season, the Lucknow Super Giants are heading into IPL 2023 with renewed determination of going the distance this time around.
The Super Giants retained their strength from last year while adding even more firepower in the December auction.
With Quinton de Kock &amp; KL Rahul at the top of the order, LSG boasts of arguably the best opening pair in the IPL. The duo's 210-run record-shattering opening partnership against KKR last year still remains fresh in the minds of many.
Nicholas Pooran, who was bought for a whopping ₹16 CR, will bolster a superb line-up that possesses top all-rounders in Deepak Hooda, Marcus Stoinis &amp; Krunal Pandya. The likes of Kyle Mayers, Daniel Sams, Romario Shepherd, Krishnappa Gowtham &amp; Prerak Mankad add significant depth to their all-rounders department.
With Ayush Badoni, Karan Sharma &amp; Manan Vohra also in the squad, they truly have put together a strong batting unit.
In the spin department, veteran Amit Mishra's expertise could have a significant impact while Ravi Bishnoi's mastery will be a tough test for batters.
Mohsin Khan's injury surely comes as a big blow but with Mark Wood, Avesh Khan &amp; Jaydev Unadkat all available, LSG have got the experience of players who have won both international &amp; domestic honours.
With the added support of their home fans in Lucknow, don't be surprised if the Super Giants continue right from where they left off last season.

The love for LSG also found its way to the city's metro service, with the official announcement that metro trains will be available till 12:30 am on all days when day-night IPL matches will be played at the Ekana.

WATCH: How the Super Giants endeared themselves to the city of Lucknow

The people of Lucknow have waited for the IPL to come to their city for a very long time. And the Lucknow Super Giants have left no stone unturned in trying to find a way into the hearts of their fans before the big day on April 1.

#LSG #IPL2023

The love for LSG also found its way to the city's metro service, with the official announcement that metro trains will be available till 12:30 am on all days when day-night IPL matches will be played at the Ekana.

The 1st of April will be a special day for the city of Lucknow, for they will be hosting their first-ever IPL match at the Ekana Stadium.
The city has waited for this moment with bated breath and the Lucknow Super Giants have left no stone unturned in trying to find a way into the hearts of their fans.
Lucknow's all decked up and players have been meeting the fans all over the city.
In fact, the Super Giants pulled off the spectacular with the world's first cricket drone show that left not just the fans but even the players in awe.
The love for LSG also found its way to the city's metro service, with the official announcement that metro trains will be available till 12:30 am on all matchdays when day-night IPL matches will be played at the Ekana.
And Lucknow's Gazab Andaz will be on full display then.

The Lucknow Super Giants will have to find a way to contend with dew since 6 of their first 7 matches will all start at 7:30 PM.

IPL 2023: Lucknow Super Giants Full Match List, Schedule & Timings 

The Lucknow Super Giants will have to find a way to contend with the dew factor since 6 of their first 7 matches will all start at 7:30 PM.

Check out #LSG full schedule in #IPL2023

The Lucknow Super Giants will have to find a way to contend with dew since 6 of their first 7 matches will all start at 7:30 PM.

The Lucknow Super Giants will have to find a way to contend with dew since 6 of their first 7 matches will all start at 7:30 PM.
After facing Delhi in their opener at home on April 1, they will take on CSK in Chennai on April 3, followed by a visit to Lucknow from the Sunrisers on April 7. Three days later, they will visit Bengaluru, with Punjab Kings coming to Lucknow next on April 15. They will meet the Royals in Jaipur on April 19 and defending champions Gujarat Titans will be at Ekana on the 22nd.
After a 5-day break, they will commence their second half of the IPL at Mohali, followed by 2 home matches against RCB &amp; CSK on May 1 &amp; 4. They will then travel to Ahmedabad on May 7, followed by a visit to Hyderabad on May 13. LSG will play host to the Mumbai Indians on May 16 with their final league encounter coming against KKR at the Eden Gardens on May 20.
LSG Full Schedule: 
⦿&nbsp;Match 1: April 1 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals, Lucknow (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 2: April 3 - Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, Chennai (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 3: April 7 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 4: April 10 - Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Lucknow Super Giants, Bengaluru (3:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 5: April 15 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings, Lucknow (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 6: April 19 - Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants, Jaipur (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 7: April 22 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans, Lucknow (3:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 8: April 28 - Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants, Mohali (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 9: May 1 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, Lucknow (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 10: May 4 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings, Lucknow (3:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 11: May 7 - Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants, Ahmedabad (3:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 12: May 13 - Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants, Hyderabad (3:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 13: May 16 - Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians, Lucknow (7:30PM IST) ⦿ Match 14: May 20 - Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants, Kolkata (7:30PM IST)
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From Jasprit Bumrah to Rishabh Pant, from Shreyas Iyer to Jonny Bairstow, Editorji brings you the full list of injured players and the replacements announced by the franchises.

IPL 2023: Full list of injured players & replacements by each franchise

From Jasprit Bumrah to Rishabh Pant, from Shreyas Iyer to Jonny Bairstow, Editorji brings you the full list of injured players from each #IPL2023 franchise, along with the replacements.

#MI #DC #RCB #LSG #RR #PBKS #SRH #GT #CSK #KKR

From Jasprit Bumrah to Rishabh Pant, from Shreyas Iyer to Jonny Bairstow, Editorji brings you the full list of injured players and the replacements announced by the franchises.

From Jasprit Bumrah to Rishabh Pant, from Shreyas Iyer to Jonny Bairstow, Editorji brings you the full list of injured players and the replacements announced by the franchises
Mumbai Indians
The injuries to pacers Jasprit Bumrah &amp; Jhye Richardson have caused a depletion in Mumbai Indians' fast bowling stocks with the franchise yet to name their replacements.
Delhi Capitals
Captain Rishabh Pant will be a big miss for the Delhi Capitals this season and 21-year-old Abishek Porel from Bengal has been roped in as his replacement.&nbsp;
Punjab Kings
Jonny Bairstow, who is still recovering from his freak leg injury misses out for the Punjab Kings, who have brought in Big Bash's Most Valuable Player this season, all-rounder Matthew Short.
Chennai Super Kings
New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson has been ruled out due to a back injury and the Men in Yellow have roped in South African pacer Sisanda Magala. Their rising star last season, Mukesh Choudhary, is also a serious doubt.
Kolkata Knight Riders
There's no return date set for KKR captain Shreyas Iyer and the Knight Riders haven't named a replacement yet even as Nitish Rana has been appointed captain in Iyer's absence.
Royal Challengers Bangalore
With England's Will Jacks ruled out, RCB have named New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell as his replacement. They are also sweating over the fitness of batter Rajat Patidar &amp; pacer Josh Hazlewood with the duo set to miss a big chunk of games. Meanwhile, Aussie all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is also a doubtful starter at the start of the season.
Rajasthan Royals
The Royals are without the services of fast bowler Prasidh Krishna and they have signed Sandeep Sharma to replace the 27-year-old.
Lucknow Super Giants
Mohsin Khan, whose exceptional bowling exploits saw him become LSG's go-to bowler last season, could miss the majority of season due to a shoulder issue.
Gujarat Titans &amp; Sunrisers Hyderabad
Reigning champions Gujarat Titans along with the Sunrisers have no injury issues for now.
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Gujarat Titans are the defending champions, CSK are the 4-time IPL champs
GT beat CSK in both their games last year
Ben Stokes to start IPL 2023 as a pure batter


IPL 2023: It's MS Dhoni vs Hardik Pandya in match 1, CSK vs GT preview and team news

It's that time of the year again when India's biggest cricket festival is round the corner. 4-time IPL champions CSK will face defending champions Gujarat Titans in the first match of IPL 2023 on Friday in Ahmedabad.

Here is our preview, team news and weather forecast.

<ul>
<li>Gujarat Titans are the defending champions, CSK are the 4-time IPL champs</li>
<li>GT beat CSK in both their games last year</li>
<li>Ben Stokes to start IPL 2023 as a pure batter</li>
</ul>

It's that time of the year again when India's biggest cricket festival is around the corner.
4-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face defending champions Gujarat Titans in the first match of IPL 2023 on Friday, in Ahmedabad.
Emotions will run high as it will be a clash between the legendary MS Dhoni and one of his biggest admirers Hardik Pandya.
The two may share a great bond off the field but on it, the battle will be fierce. While Dhoni would be eager to start what is likely to be his last season on a high, Hardik would be itching to prove that GT's dream run in the inaugural season wasn't a flash in the pan.
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Though Gujarat Giants won both their games against CSK last year, the Yellow Army can not be taken lightly.
WEATHER
It promises to be perfect weather for the IPL 2023 opener as the forecast shows no rain, with a moderate temperature between 28-30 degrees celsius.
Team News
Ben Stokes might not be fit to bowl but his inclusion in the playing XI as a pure batter is enough for Gujarat to be a little concerned about.
GT Possible Playing XI
Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha(WK), Matthew Wade, Kane Williamson, Hardik Pandya(C), Rahul Tewatia, Rashid-Khan, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Alzarri Joseph, Yash Dayal, Mohammed Shami
CSK Possible Playing XI
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway(WK), Moeen Ali, Ben Stokes, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(WK)(C), Dwaine Pretorius, Deepak Chahar, Simarjeet- Singh, Tushar Deshpande

Wanindu Hasaranga (RCB), Maheesh Theekshana & Matheesha Pathirana (both CSK) are currently in New Zealand for the limited-overs leg that concludes on April 8.

IPL 2023: Players from South Africa & Sri Lanka to miss first few matches

While the majority of overseas stars will be available from the start of #IPL2023 ,  players from South Africa & Sri Lanka will miss the first few matches for their franchises. 

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#CSK #GT #RCB #LSG #SRH #PBKS #DC #MI

Wanindu Hasaranga (RCB), Maheesh Theekshana &amp; Matheesha Pathirana (both CSK) are currently in New Zealand for the limited-overs leg that concludes on April 8.

While the majority of overseas stars will be available from the start of the IPL season, players from South Africa &amp; Sri Lanka will miss the first few matches for their franchises.
The Proteas will be playing the remaining two ODIs from their Covid-interrupted series with the Netherlands till April 2. And the South Africans will be at full strength at home to give themselves the best chance of qualifying for the World Cup in India. A few of them will surely miss the first 2 matches for their franchises.
Three Sri Lankan stars too will be unavailable for initial rounds. Wanindu Hasaranga (RCB), Maheesh Theekshana &amp; Matheesha Pathirana (both CSK) are currently in New Zealand. While all the IPL contracted Kiwi players aren&rsquo;t a part of the series, the three Lankan stars are part of the limited-overs leg that only finishes on April 8.
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The left-arm fast bowler, who is currently playing in the Bangladesh Premier League, will take oath after he returns to Pakistan.

Fast bowler Wahab Riaz named caretaker Sports Minister of Pakistan's Punjab province

Pakistani pacer Wahab Riaz, who is currently playing in the Bangladesh Premier League, has been named the caretaker Sports Minister of Pakistan's Punjab province.

#WahabRiaz

The left-arm fast bowler, who is currently playing in the Bangladesh Premier League, will take oath after he returns to Pakistan.

Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz has been named as the caretaker Sports Minister of Pakistan's Punjab province.
Riaz has entered politics while he continues to play cricket actively. The left-arm bowler is currently playing in the Bangladesh Premier League and will take oath after he returns to Pakistan.
The 37-year-old has been retained by Peshawar Zalmi for this year&rsquo;s Pakistan Super League and despite his appointment as the Sports Minister, he is expected to fulfill his commitment to the Zalmi side. He last represented Pakistan in 2020.
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'When you have too many options, you have to pick the right option and I think because of this reason, someone will bowl less', Pandya said.

IPL 2023: Impact player rule makes captaincy difficult- Hardik Pandya

The impact player rule which has been introduced in IPL for the first time in 2023 edition might seem helpful, but skipper Hardik Pandya feels otherwise...

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'When you have too many options, you have to pick the right option and I think because of this reason, someone will bowl less', Pandya said.

While CSK's Tushar Deshpande was the first impact player of IPL 2023, Gujarat Titans decided to bring in Sai Sudharsan as their impact player after Kane Williamson had to leave the ground due to injury.&nbsp; The impact player rule introduced in IPL for the first time in 2023 edition might seem helpful, but skipper Hardik Pandya feels that it has made the captaincy job difficult.&nbsp; 'When you have too many options, you have to pick the right option and I think because of this reason, someone will bowl less', Pandya said. The 10 teams, this season will have the advantage of making a tactical substitution as an impact player who can come in to bat or bowl as needed.&nbsp;

Pakistan only took part in the inaugural edition of IPL
After the Mumbai terror attacks, India banned Pak players from IPL 


‘It just reeks of arrogance’ - Imran Khan slams BCCI

Tap to know why former Pakistani Prime Minister and World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan lambasted BCCI

<ul>
<li>Pakistan only took part in the inaugural edition of IPL</li>
<li>After the Mumbai terror attacks, India banned Pak players from IPL&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Former Pakistan Prime Minister and World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan lambasted the BCCI for banning Pakistani players from playing in the Indian Premier League.&nbsp; Calling the Indian board arrogant, Imran while speaking on Times Radio said, 'If India does not allow Pakistan so be it, Pakistan should not worry about it'&nbsp; Khan further accused BCCI of behaving as a superpower in the cricketing world because of their ability to generate funds. I think they almost dictate now as a sort of arrogance of a superpower who they should play and who they shouldn't, he added.&nbsp; Pakistan had participated in the inaugural season of the cash-rich league in 2008 but because of the terror attacks in Mumbai that happened later that year India eventually banned Pakistani players from IPL.

Dhoni praised Ruturaj Gaikwad who scored a 50-ball-92
'Batsmanship led the team down against Gujarat Titans'


IPL 2023, GT vs CSK: MS Dhoni disappointed with Chennai's batsmanship

Impressed by Ruturaj Gaikwad's splendid performance, MS Dhoni had some bitter words for CSK’s middle-order.
Tap to know what the CSK skipper said after the team lost the IPL opener against Gujarat by 5 wickets.
#IPL2023 #GTvs CSK #Dhoni

<ul>
<li>Dhoni praised Ruturaj Gaikwad who scored a 50-ball-92</li>
<li>'Batsmanship led the team down against Gujarat Titans'</li>
</ul>

Despite Ruturaj Gaikwad's splendid performance, Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni felt that the batsmen led the team down against the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2023 opener. While calling the young gun who smashed a 50-ball-92 brilliant, Dhoni criticised the middle-order batters. 'We all knew there will be dew, we could have done a bit more with the batsmanship', he said. Apart from Gaikwad, none of the Chennai batters passed the 25-run mark as they lost the curtain raiser by 5 wickets.


Impact player Sai Sudharsan replaced Williamson
Defending champions won the opener by 5 wickets


CSK vs GT: Kane Williamson suffers knee injury in IPL opener 

Gujarat Titans suffered a severe blow as Kane Williamson suffered an injury to his right knee while playing against Chennai Super Kings in the IPL opener.

#CSKvsGT #IPL2023

<ul>
<li>Impact player Sai Sudharsan replaced Williamson</li>
<li>Defending champions won the opener by 5 wickets</li>
</ul>

Gujarat Titans suffered a severe blow as Kane Williamson hurt his right knee while fielding against Chennai Super Kings in the opening game of IPL 2023.&nbsp; The New Zealand cricketer who made his debut for Gujarat Titans on Friday had to walk off the field in the 13th over of the first innings of the game. He suffered the injury while attempting to take Ruturaj Gaikwad's catch on the deep-square leg boundary.&nbsp; Titans later got B Sai Sudharsan as the substitute player and GT swapped them, bringing in Sudharsan as the impact player. The defending champions won the opener by 5 wickets.&nbsp;

Russian and Belarusian players will be able to compete at Wimbledon as neutral athletes after the All England Club on Friday reversed its ban from last year.

Wimbledon lifts ban on Russian and Belarusian players

Russian and Belarusian players will be able to compete at Wimbledon as neutral athletes after the All England Club on Friday reversed its ban from last year.

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Apart from Wimbledon, other tennis tournaments have also allowed Russian and Belarusian players to compete as neutral athletes.

Russian and Belarusian players will be able to compete at Wimbledon as neutral athletes after the All England Club on Friday reversed its ban from last year.
The players must comply with &ldquo;appropriate conditions,&rdquo; including not expressing support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
They also must not receive funding &ldquo;from the Russian or Belarusian states (including sponsorship from companies operated or controlled by the states) in relation to their participation in The Championships,&rdquo; the All England Club said in a statement.
Other tennis tournaments have also allowed Russian and Belarusian players to compete as neutral athletes.
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