When Mike Hesson in RCB’s podcast mentioned his team’s long-term plan, he had Faf du Plessis in mind. RCB’s Director of Cricket Operations has chalked out a 3-year-long plan with Faf du Plessis at the helm.
Apparently, the former South African skipper is 37. Though his fitness cannot be challenged, it is clear that in the near future RCB are not planning to hand the reins to a younger mind. While his predecessor, Virat Kohli, who is 33 currently might turn out to be their alternate choice, it is most unlikely that he will take up the job again.
Even Mega Auctions are far from sight which might have given the team a chance to pick younger players with a perspective of either directly making them the skipper or grooming them at least.
Along similar lines, is Chennai’s MS Dhoni!
While Faf du Plessis, at 37, is still persistent with his form. With 443 runs at a strike rate of 130, the skipper is the team’s highest runscorer. However, this is not the case with the much-loved ‘Thala’ of Chennai Super Kings. MSD in Chennai’s last league game confirmed that he will lead CSK in 2023 as well.
Although, MSD’s captaincy skills are undeniably the finest, do the 4-time champions really need a skipper who had only contributed with 232 runs at a strike rate of 123?
In Ravindra Jadeja, they had a potential option, but his embarrassing run as the skipper will make it difficult for him to take the job again.
While more and more teams are looking for younger players as an option in the cash-rich league, CSK and RCB have turned out to be the only 2 teams who seemingly aren’t ready to let go of their old guards. 8 teams out of the 10 boast skippers who are below the mark or 35, and 6 teams have skippers who are at 30 or less (Kane Williamson, 31 & Rohit Sharma, 34).

Why is RCB persisting with 37-year-old Faf du Plessis as a captain?

8 out of 10 teams in IPL 2022 have captains below the age of 35. What works for RCB's Faf du Plessis and CSK's MS Dhoni? 


8 out of 10 teams in IPL 2022 have captains below the age of 35. What works for RCB's Faf du Plessis and CSK's MS Dhoni?

When Mike Hesson in RCB&rsquo;s podcast mentioned his team&rsquo;s long-term plan, he had Faf du Plessis in mind. RCB&rsquo;s Director of Cricket Operations has chalked out a 3-year-long plan with Faf du Plessis at the helm of affairs at Royal Challengers Bangalore.
At the age of 37, Faf's fitness cannot be challenged &amp; with Mike Hesson's statement, it is clear that RCB management is not planning to hand the reins to a younger cricketer in the near future. While his predecessor, Virat Kohli, who is 33 currently might turn out to be their alternate choice, it is almost unlikely that he will take up the top job again.
While Faf du Plessis, at 37, is still persistent with his form. With 443 runs at a strike rate of 130, the skipper is the team&rsquo;s highest runscorer&nbsp;in IPL&nbsp;2022. However, this is not the case with the much-loved &lsquo;Thala&rsquo; of Chennai Super Kings. MSD in Chennai&rsquo;s last league game confirmed that he will lead CSK in 2023 as well. Also Read&nbsp;I<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-if-used-sehwag-s-suggestion-for-umran-malik-to-kl-rahul-1653378883330">PL 2022: 'If used...' Sehwag's suggestion on Umran Malik to KL Rahul&nbsp;</a>
While more and more teams are looking for younger players as an option in the cash-rich league, CSK and RCB&nbsp;have turned out to be the only 2 teams who seemingly aren&rsquo;t ready to let go of their old guards as 8 teams out of the 10 teams in the league have skippers who are below the age of 35.&nbsp;

Umran Malik's selection in the Indian T20 team against South Africa is currently the talk of the town and Virender Sehwag too, has joined in praising the 22-year-old speed sensation. Malik with his ability to regularly deliver bowls at around 150kmph forced the selection committee to pick him up for the upcoming 5-match home series which is set to begin on 9th June. Lauding him, the former Indian cricketer, Virender Sehwag said that the Sunrisers Hyderabad's cricketer is a special talent who can turn out to be an important asset to Team India. However, he warned the skipper KL Rahul, who will lead India in the SA series in absence of Rohit Sharma of using the youngster efficiently. 'He has to be used carefully by the Indian captain because if he is used too much in the powerplay, Umran may end up conceding a lot of runs, but if used efficiently, he will be an asset to the Team, said Sehwag. 

IPL 2022: 'If used...' Sehwag's suggestion on Umran Malik to KL Rahul 

Virender Sehwag praises speedster Umran Malik, however, he also has a request for KL Rahul...

Tap to read what did the former cricketer say

Virender&nbsp;Sehwag&nbsp;said that Umran&nbsp;Malik&nbsp;is a special talent who can turn out to be an important asset to Team India.

<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/umran-malik-2nd-cricketer-from-j-k-selected-to-play-for-team-india-1653298036719">Umran&nbsp;Malik's selection</a> in the Indian T20 team against South Africa is currently the talk of the town and Virender&nbsp;Sehwag&nbsp;too, has joined in praising the 22-year-old speed sensation.&nbsp; Malik&nbsp;with his ability to regularly deliver thunderbolts at around 150kmph forced the selection committee to pick him up for the <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/kl-rahul-to-lead-india-vs-south-africa-umran-gets-maiden-call-up-pujara-makes-a-comeback-to-the-india-test-squad-vs-england-1653221430055">upcoming 5-match home series</a> which is set to begin on 9th June.&nbsp; Lauding him, the former Indian cricketer, Virender&nbsp;Sehwag&nbsp;said that the Sunrisers&nbsp;Hyderabad's cricketer is a special talent who can turn out to be an important asset to Team India.&nbsp; However, he warned&nbsp;the skipper KL Rahul, who will lead India in the SA series in absence of Rohit&nbsp;Sharma&nbsp;of using the youngster efficiently. 'He has to be used carefully by the Indian captain because if he is used too much in the powerplay, Umran&nbsp;may end up conceding a lot of runs, but if used efficiently, he will be an asset to the Team, said Sehwag.&nbsp; Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/don-t-have-a-problem-with-hijab-world-champion-boxer-nikhat-zareen-is-pro-choice-1653376212578">'Don't have a problem with hijab': World Champion boxer Nikhat Zareen is pro-choice&nbsp;</a>

Celebrated boxer Nikhat Zareen who recently won the World Championship Gold in Istanbul has weighed in on the significant controversy surrounding girls wearing headscarves or hijab in educational institutes. While speaking to NDTV, Nikhat said that the choice of attire for anyone should be entirely personal.
Also read: ‘Who is Nikhat Zareen’, meet the 2022 Women’s World Boxing Champion
The 25-year-old Telangana based boxer said, "It is totally their own choice. I can't comment on their choices. I have my own choice. I like to wear such clothes. I don't mind wearing such clothes. My family doesn't mind me wearing such clothes. So, I don't care what people say about me. 
In a 2013 interview, Nikhat revealed that coming from a conservative Muslim community resulted in both father and daughter getting castigated. Zareen now talking about the Hijzb row which erupted in Karnataka over girls wearing headscarves to schools and colleges said, "If they want to wear hijab and follow their religion, it's their personal choice. I don't have any problem with them wearing hijabs. After all, it's their own choice. I am okay with that."
 

'Don't have a problem with hijab' World Champion boxer Nikhat Zareen is pro-choice 

What does the young World Champion boxing icon Nikhat Zareen feel about Hijab & headscarves? 

Tap the link for her detailed thoughts on the Hijab row 

 

Nikhat&nbsp;Zareen&nbsp;recently won the World Championship Gold in Boxing in Istanbul&nbsp;

Celebrated boxer Nikhat&nbsp;Zareen&nbsp;who recently won the World Championship Gold in Istanbul has weighed in on the significant controversy surrounding girls wearing headscarves or hijab&nbsp;in educational institutes. While speaking to NDTV, Nikhat&nbsp;said that the choice of attire for anyone should be entirely personal.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/others-sports/who-is-nikhat-zareen-meet-the-2022-women-s-world-boxing-champion-1653039488132" target="_blank">&lsquo;Who is Nikhat Zareen&rsquo;, meet the 2022 Women&rsquo;s World Boxing Champion</a>
The 25-year-old Telangana&nbsp;based boxer said, "It is totally their own choice. I can't comment on their choices. I have my own choice. I like to wear such clothes. I don't mind wearing such clothes. My family doesn't mind me wearing such clothes. So, I don't care what people say about me.&nbsp;
In a 2013 interview, Nikhat&nbsp;revealed that coming from a&nbsp;conservative Muslim community resulted in both father and daughter getting&nbsp;castigated. Zareen&nbsp;now talking about the Hijab&nbsp;row which erupted in Karnataka&nbsp;over girls wearing headscarves to schools and colleges said, "If they want to wear hijab and follow their religion, it's their personal choice. I don't have any problem with them wearing hijabs. After all, it's their own choice. I am okay with that."
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Washington Sundar's crucial innings of 25 in 19 balls for Sunrisers Hyderabad in Punjab Kings' 5 wicket loss in the last league match of the IPL 2022 has impressed ex-India coach Ravi Shastri.Sundar came in to bat at no. 6, when the team was struggling due to the regular loss of wickets. The 22-year-old along with Romario Shephard helped SRH reach a respectable 157-run target. He smashed 3 fours and a six in his 25-run innings. Praising the youngster who made his Test debut under him in 2021, Ravi Shastri said that He is going to be India's leading all-rounder, he is the future. Calling him a premier all-rounder across all formats, Shastri said that though Sundar is a serious cricketer he needs to work on his fitness so that he is not injury prone. In the 9 matches that he has played, Washington Sundar has taken 6 wickets and scored 101 runs for his IPL team. 

IPL 2022: 'Premier all-rounder': Ravi Shastri heaps praise on SRH's Washington Sundar

'He is a serious cricketer, the future of Indian cricket' Ravi Shastri is all praises for Washington Sundar. 
Tap to read. 

Shastri&nbsp;said that though Sundar&nbsp;is a serious cricketer he needs to work on his fitness so that he is not injury prone.

Washington Sundar's&nbsp;crucial innings of 25 in 19 balls for Sunrisers&nbsp;Hyderabad in their 5wicket loss against Punjab Kings in the last league match of the IPL&nbsp;2022&nbsp;has impressed ex-India coach Ravi&nbsp;Shastri. Sundar&nbsp;came in to bat at no. 6 when the team was struggling due to the regular loss of wickets. The 22-year-old along with Romario&nbsp;Shephard&nbsp;helped SRH reach a respectable 157-run target. He smashed 3 fours and a six in his 25-run innings. Praising the youngster who made his Test debut under him in 2021, Ravi&nbsp;Shastri&nbsp;said that Sundar is going to be India's leading all-rounder, he is the future.&nbsp;Calling him a premier all-rounder across all formats, Shastri&nbsp;said that though Sundar&nbsp;is a serious cricketer he needs to work on his fitness so that he is not injury prone. Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-playoffs-trouble-for-rcb-super-over-to-decide-winner-in-case-of-weather-disruption-1653311166234">IPL 2022 Playoffs: 'Trouble for RCB', super-over to decide winner in case of weather disruption&nbsp;</a> In the 9 matches that he has played,&nbsp;Washington Sundar&nbsp;has taken 6 wickets and scored 101 runs for his IPL&nbsp;team.&nbsp;

With unpleasant weather conditions prevailing in Kolkata where the Qualifier 1 and Eliminator of IPL 2022 will take place, BCCI has issued new rules for this season's playoffs.
As per the new rules, if heavy rain plays a villain during any of the playoff games, a 5-over-a-side game would be played, if that is not feasible, a super over would determine the winner of the game. In unforeseen circumstances, if holding the super-overs also becomes difficult then the winner of the particular match will be decided on the basis of their league stage performances. These regulations will remain the same for the finals as well. However, a reserve day has been allocated if the finals are disrupted due to weather issues.
These new rules would mean, the better team will move ahead without having to play the particular match. For the first Qualifier and Eliminator that will be played between Gujarat and Rajasthan and Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore respectively, the better team will win without any contest if weather conditions do not allow the match to proceed.
This puts Royal Challengers Bangalore in a difficult situation as the team has qualified in the 4th spot in IPL. Hence, Faf du Plessis' side faces the fear of getting knocked out without any fair chance. Rajasthan Royals, however, will still get a chance in Qualifier 2, which will be held in Ahmedabad.
 

IPL 2022 Playoffs: 'Trouble for RCB', super-over to decide winner in case of weather disruption 

What happens if the poor weather conditions do not allow any IPL 2022 playoff match to proceed? 

Why is RCB in trouble? 

Tap to know the answers. 

In unforeseen circumstances, if holding the super-overs also becomes difficult then the winner of the particular match will be decided on the basis of their league stage performances.

With unpleasant weather conditions prevailing in Kolkata&nbsp;where the Qualifier 1 and Eliminator of IPL&nbsp;2022 will take place, BCCI has issued new rules for this season's playoffs.
As per the new rules, if heavy rain plays villain during any of the playoff games, a 5-over-a-side game would be played, if that is not feasible, a super over would determine the winner of the game. In unforeseen circumstances, if holding the super-overs also becomes difficult then the winner of the particular match will be decided on the basis of their league stage performances. These regulations will remain the same for the finals as well. However, a reserve day has been allocated if the finals are disrupted due to weather issues. Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/umran-malik-2nd-cricketer-from-j-k-selected-to-play-for-team-india-1653298036719">Umran&nbsp;Malik, 2nd cricketer from J&amp;K selected to play for Team India</a>
These new rules would mean, the better team will move ahead without having to play the particular match. For the first Qualifier and Eliminator that will be played between Gujarat and Rajasthan and Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore respectively, the better team will win without any contest if weather conditions do not allow the match to proceed.
This puts Royal Challengers Bangalore in a difficult situation as the team has qualified&nbsp;in the 4th spot in IPL. Hence, Faf du Plessis' side faces the fear of getting knocked out without any fair chance. Rajasthan Royals, however, will still get a chance in Qualifier 2, which will be held in Ahmedabad.
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Punjab Kings had a horrendous season yet again, but their retained bowler, Arshdeep Singh turned out to be a hidden diamond who upskilled himself with every passing match this IPL season.
The Punjab-based cricketer started poorly in IPL 2022 but emerged as a death bowl specialist by the end of Punjab Kings’ IPL campaign in the 15th edition. Boasting an economy of 7.7, Arshdeep gradually became Mayank Agarwal’s go-to man in the death overs. His ability to deliver pin-point yorkers at will, not leak runs under pressure, and, most importantly, to stay calm came in handy for Punjab Kings in the most dangerous situations. In his 4-years of IPL experience, the 2018 U-19 World Cup-winning cricketer has collected 40 wickets in 37 matches, out of which he picked 10 in the 14 matches of IPL 2022.
His control over the game in the last overs caught the eye of the selectors who picked him for his first-ever T20 assignment against South Africa. The 23-year-old left-arm bowler who made his IPL debut in 2019 will now play alongside Harshal Patel, Umar Malik, and Avesh Khan in the national jersey.
 

Punjab Kings' go-to man in death overs, Arshdeep Singh gets maiden Team India call-up

23-year-old Punjab Kings' death bowling specialist Arshdeep Singh has made it to the Indian Team for the upcoming India South Africa 5-match T20 series

In his 4-years of IPL experience, the 2018 U-19 World Cup-winning cricketer has collected 40 wickets in 37 matches&nbsp;

Punjab Kings had a horrendous season yet again in the Indian Premier League, but their retained bowler, <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/kl-rahul-to-lead-india-vs-south-africa-umran-gets-maiden-call-up-pujara-makes-a-comeback-to-the-india-test-squad-vs-england-1653221430055">Arshdeep Singh</a>&nbsp;upskilled himself with every passing match this&nbsp;season.
The Punjab-based cricketer started poorly in IPL 2022 but emerged as a death bowling specialist by the end of Punjab Kings' campaign in the 15th edition. Boasting an economy of 7.7, Arshdeep gradually became Captain&nbsp;Mayank Agarwal&rsquo;s go-to man in the death overs. His ability to deliver pin-point yorkers at will, not leak runs under pressure, and, most importantly, to stay calm came in handy for Punjab Kings in the most dangerous situations. In his 4-years of IPL experience, the 2018 U-19 World Cup-winning cricketer has collected 40 wickets in 37 matches.
His control over the game in the last overs caught the eye of the selectors who picked him for his first-ever international T20 assignment against South Africa. The 23-year-old left-arm bowler who made his IPL debut in 2019 will now play alongside Harshal Patel, Umran&nbsp;Malik, and&nbsp;Avesh Khan in the national jersey. Also Read<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/if-you-believe-in-yourself-dinesh-karthik-makes-a-dream-comeback-to-indian-t20-side-1653285392336">&nbsp;'If you believe in yourself...', Dinesh Karthik makes a dream comeback to Indian T20 side</a>
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On 3rd October, last year when Umran Malik made his IPL debut with Sunrisers Hyderabad, the 22-year-old clocked a sensational 150 kmph in his first-ever IPL over. Cut to May 2022, the impressive pace of the Jammu & Kashmir-based cricketer has earned him a much-anticipated spot in the Indian T20 team for the upcoming 5-match South Africa T20 series.
Umran Malik who makes 150kmph look like a piece of cake is only the 2nd Indian cricketer who will play from J&K after Parvez Rasool. The selection committee right away picked up the right-arm fast bowler whose hostile speed had made heads turn this year too. In the 15th edition, Malik’s 157 kmph delivery against Delhi Capitals made a splash as it made many believe that he could break Shoaib Akhtar & Brett Lee’s 160kmph record.
While in his debut season, the young speedster got 2 wickets in 3 games, this season, Malik, a son of a fruitseller, who was being trained under Dale Steyn picked a total of 22 wickets in 14 games. In all the 14 games he played for SRH who had retained him before the IPL 2022 mega auctions, the sensational bowler was awarded the ‘fastest delivery of the match’ this season. Malik though leaked runs, but his promising pace has the potential to upset any line-up in the world.
 

Umran Malik, 2nd cricketer from J&K selected to play for Team India

Why is Umran Malik selected for T20 series vs South Africa? What makes this pace bowler so deadly? 

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Umran Malik who makes 150kmph look like a piece of cake will become the 2nd cricketer from Jammu&nbsp;&amp; Kashmir to represent&nbsp;India after Parvez&nbsp;Rasool&nbsp;

On 3rd October, last year when Umran Malik made his IPL debut with Sunrisers Hyderabad, the 22-year-old clocked a sensational 150 kmph in his first-ever IPL over. In May 2022, the impressive pace of the Jammu &amp; Kashmir-based cricketer has earned him a much-anticipated spot in the Indian T20 team for the upcoming <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/kl-rahul-to-lead-india-vs-south-africa-umran-gets-maiden-call-up-pujara-makes-a-comeback-to-the-india-test-squad-vs-england-1653221430055">5-match South Africa T20 series.</a>
Umran Malik who makes 150kmph look like a piece of cake will become the 2nd cricketer from Jammu&nbsp;&amp; Kashmir to represent&nbsp;India after Parvez&nbsp;Rasool. The selection committee right away picked up the right-arm fast bowler whose hostile speed made heads turn this year too. In the 15th edition of the IPL, Malik&rsquo;s 157 kmph delivery against Delhi Capitals made a splash as it made many believe that he could break Shoaib Akhtar &amp; Brett Lee&rsquo;s 160kmph record.
While in his debut season, the young speedster got 2 wickets in 3 games, this season, Malik, a son of a fruitseller, who was being trained under Dale Steyn picked a total of 22 wickets in 14 games. In all the 14 games he played for SRH who had retained him before the IPL 2022 mega auctions, the sensational bowler was awarded the &lsquo;fastest delivery of the match&rsquo; this season. Malik though leaked runs, but his promising pace has the potential to upset any line-up in the world. Also Read&nbsp;'<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/if-you-believe-in-yourself-dinesh-karthik-makes-a-dream-comeback-to-indian-t20-side-1653285392336">If you believe in yourself...', Dinesh Karthik makes a dream comeback to Indian T20 side</a>
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Not getting picked in the IPL 2022 Mega Auctions turned fortunes around for out of favour Cheteshwar Pujara as he earned back his place in the Indian Test squad for the rescheduled fifth Test against England. Pujara who was struggling with his form during International tours earlier, said that he was happy that his recent performance in the County Championship got recognition.'Having spent some time in the middle during the County games I believe it will keep me in good stead as India gets ready against England.  The 34-year-old veteran Test batter who was dropped from the Indian squad for the Sri Lankan series due to poor form has slammed 4 centuries, including 2 consecutive double hundreds for Sussex. He has amassed 720 runs in just 5 games in this year's County Championship, which made the selectors re-think their decision. Even before flying to England for their domestic first-class competition, Pujara had impressed in his Ranji season. He had scored 2 fifties in 3 games for Saurashtra. 

Here's why Pujara got back his place in Indian Test team after being dropped from Sri Lanka series, County cricket, Ranji Trophy

Indian selectors bring back Cheteshwar Pujara to the Test squad for the rescheduled Test against England. 

Tap to know the reason behind it. 

Here's why Pujara got back his place in Indian Test team after being dropped from Sri Lanka series

Pujara has amassed 720 runs in just 5 games in this year's County Championship, which made the selectors re-think their decision

Not getting picked in the IPL&nbsp;2022 Mega Auctions turned fortunes around for out of favour Cheteshwar&nbsp;Pujara&nbsp;as he earned back his place in the <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/kl-rahul-to-lead-india-vs-south-africa-umran-gets-maiden-call-up-pujara-makes-a-comeback-to-the-india-test-squad-vs-england-1653221430055">Indian Test squad</a> for the rescheduled fifth Test against England.&nbsp; Pujara&nbsp;who was struggling with his form during International tours earlier, said that he was happy that his recent performance in the County Championship&nbsp;got recognition.'Having spent some time in the middle during the County games I believe&nbsp;it will keep me in&nbsp;good stead as India gets ready against England.&nbsp;&nbsp; The 34-year-old veteran Test batter who was dropped from the Indian squad for the Sri&nbsp;Lankan&nbsp;series due to poor form has slammed 4 centuries, including 2 consecutive double hundreds for Sussex. He has amassed 720 runs in just 5 games in this year's County Championship, which made the selectors re-think their decision.&nbsp;Even before flying to England for their domestic first-class competition, Pujara&nbsp;had impressed in his Ranji season. He had scored 2 fifties in 3 games for Saurashtra.&nbsp; Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/if-you-believe-in-yourself-dinesh-karthik-makes-a-dream-comeback-to-indian-t20-side-1653285392336">'If you believe in yourself...', Dinesh Karthik makes a dream comeback to Indian T20 side</a>

When the teams were reshuffled during the IPL 2022 Mega Auctions and the Royal Challengers Bangalore picked Dinesh Karthik, even they would not have gauged the unfathomable power that the 36-year-old would bring with him. The exhilarated wicketkeeper-batter who had set his heart on playing for India shared a very emotional note on Twitter which read, 'If you believe in yourself, everything will fall into place! Thank you for all the support and belief...the hard work continues...'Karthik has been the ultimate finisher for the Faf du Plessis-led side. Amassing a total of 287 runs in 14 innings at a strike rate of 191, DK had pulled out RCB from many dangerous situations and helped them finally make it to the playoffs this season. His performance grabbed eyeballs which earned him his call-up for the upcoming 5-match T20 series vs South Africa. The RCB star finisher will return to Team India after the 2019 World Cup semifinal which India lost against new Zealand.BCCI named an 18-member squad for the home series which is set to begin on 9th June. 

'If you believe in yourself...', Dinesh Karthik makes a dream comeback to Indian T20 side

DK who has been very vocal about his desire to play for Team India finally makes a comeback!

Tap to know what the 36-year-old said... 

BCCI&nbsp;names Dinesh&nbsp;Karthik&nbsp;in the 18-member squad&nbsp;for the upcoming 5-match T20 series vs South Africa which is set to begin on 9 June.

When the teams were reshuffled during the&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;2022 Mega Auctions and the Royal Challengers Bangalore&nbsp;picked Dinesh&nbsp;Karthik, even they would not have gauged the unfathomable power that the 36-year-old would bring with him.&nbsp; Karthik&nbsp;has been the ultimate finisher for the Faf&nbsp;du Plessis-led&nbsp;side. Amassing a total of 287 runs in 14 innings at a strike rate of 191, DK had pulled out RCB&nbsp;from many dangerous situations and helped them finally make it to the playoffs this season. His performance grabbed eyeballs which in turn earned him his call-up for the <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/kl-rahul-to-lead-india-vs-south-africa-umran-gets-maiden-call-up-pujara-makes-a-comeback-to-the-india-test-squad-vs-england-1653221430055">upcoming 5-match T20 series vs South Africa.&nbsp;</a> The exhilarated wicketkeeper-batter who had set his heart on playing for India shared a very emotional note on Twitter after getting his India call-up. He wrote, 'If you believe in yourself, everything will fall into place! Thank you for all the support and belief...the hard work continues...' The RCB&nbsp;star finisher will return to Team India after the 2019 World Cup semifinal&nbsp;which India lost against new Zealand. BCCI&nbsp;named an 18-member squad for the home series which is set to begin on 9th June.&nbsp; Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/here-s-why-pujara-got-back-his-place-in-indian-test-team-after-being-dropped-from-sri-lanka-series-1653287110785">Here's why Pujara got back his place in Indian Test team after being dropped from Sri Lanka series</a>

The final day of the English Premier League hasn’t just decided Manchester City as the winner of the season but also confirmed qualified teams for the Champions League & Europa League. 
Arsenal defeated Everton 5-1 but couldn’t qualify for the Champions League as they finished 5th behind Tottenham Hotspurs who beat Norwich City 5-0. 
Crystal Palace stunned the most successful team in the Premier League Manchester United by 1-0. 3rd placed Chelsea beat relegated Watford 2-1. 
Also read: Women referees at 2022 Qatar FIFA Men's World Cup for the first time!
Liverpool beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-1 but Manchester City’s 3-2 win over Aston Villa crushed their hopes to lift their 20th league title. 
The Spurs’ Son Heung-Min and The Reds' Mohamed Salah shared the golden boot with 23 goals each. While it was the third golden boot for Salah, Son has become the first Asian player to win the golden boot award.
Also read: Liverpool vs Real Madrid final match date, timings, live streaming, telecast in India

Premier League: Final results from the final day of the season

Final day results of the Premier League 2021-22!

Check the results of all matches here

The Spurs&rsquo; Son Heung-Min and The Reds' Mohamed Salah&nbsp;shared the golden boot with 23 goals each

The final day of the English Premier League hasn&rsquo;t just decided Manchester City as the winner of the season but also confirmed qualified teams for the Champions League &amp; Europa League.
Arsenal defeated Everton 5-1 but couldn&rsquo;t qualify for the Champions League as they finished 5th behind Tottenham who thrashed Norwich City 5-0.
Crystal Palace has stunned&nbsp; Manchester United 1-0. 3rd placed Chelsea beat relegated Watford 2-1.
Liverpool has defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-1 but Manchester City&rsquo;s 3-2 win over Aston Villa crushed their hopes to lift their 20th league title.
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The Spurs&rsquo; Son&nbsp;Heung-Min and The Reds' Mohamed&nbsp;Salah&nbsp;shared the golden boot with 23 goals each. While it was the third golden boot for&nbsp;Salah, Son has become the first Asian player to win the golden boot award.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/football/ucl-2021-22-liverpool-vs-real-madrid-final-live-match-time-date-live-streaming-telecast-in-india-1653124501690" target="_blank">Liverpool vs Real Madrid final match date, timings, live streaming, telecast in India</a>

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After losing to Tottenham in the premier league, Chelsea are back to winning ways as they registered a thumping 4-0 win over Greek football club PAOK Salonika 4-0 at Stamford Bridge. Olivier Giroud scored a first half brace followed by goals in the 2nd half from Callum Hudson-Odoi & Alvaro Morata ensured that Chelsea remained unbeaten in Europa league this season. The blues lead Group L with 5 wins in as many games 

Written off by many critics after the mega auction, Gujarat Titans did the unthinkable as they marched into IPL 2022 Final after winning Qualifier 1 against the Rajasthan Royals. From Hardik Pandya's captaincy to different players coming out to take charge of the team, here are the 3 big reasons behind GT's success.
Cool-headed captaincy from Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya emerged as one of the best cool-headed captains this season. Hardik too became a backbone to the team at the number 4 batting position as he curbed his natural instinct of going hard and constructed his inning in a way that every other batter could bat around him.
Finishers rescued Titans on most occasions
Rahul Tewatia and David rescued their team during multiple close encounters in the league stages. Tewatia's two back-to-back sixes of Odean Smith easily define the Titans' never die approach. Rashid Khan was another player who had some extraordinary performances in finishing the game with the bat.
Pack of match-winning bowlers
Mohammed Shami along with Lockie Ferguson and Alzarri Joseph helped Gujarat put pressure on opposition openers and get rid of them early. Unlike the past seasons, Shami remained consistent with both new and old balls. Rashid Khan also justified his price tag and picked wickets and also kept the scoring rate in check.

Road to IPL 2022 final: 3 reasons why Gujarat Titans emerge as a top team in their inaugural IPL season

From Hardik Pandya's captaincy to different players coming out to take charge of the team, 3 big reasons behind GT's success.

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From Hardik Pandya's captaincy to different players coming out to take charge of the team, here are the 3 big reasons behind GT's success

Written off by many critics after the mega auction, Gujarat Titans did the unthinkable as they marched into IPL 2022 Final <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl-2022-gujarat-vs-rajasthan-gt-storm-into-final-after-a-7-wicket-win-over-rr-in-qualifier-1-1653415342277" target="_blank">after winning Qualifier 1 against the Rajasthan Royals</a>. From Hardik Pandya's captaincy to different players coming out to take charge of the team, here are the 3 big reasons behind GT's success.
Cool-headed captaincy from Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya emerged as one of the best cool-headed captains this season. Hardik too became a backbone to the team at the number 4 batting position as he curbed his natural instinct of going hard and constructed his inning in a way that every other batter could bat around him.
Finishers rescued Titans on most occasions
Rahul Tewatia and David rescued their team during multiple close encounters in the league stages. Tewatia's two back-to-back sixes of Odean Smith easily define the Titans' never die approach. Rashid Khan was another player who had some extraordinary performances in finishing the game with the bat.
Pack of match-winning bowlers
Mohammed Shami along with Lockie Ferguson and Alzarri Joseph helped Gujarat put pressure on opposition openers and get rid of them early. Unlike the past seasons, Shami remained consistent with both new and old balls. Rashid Khan also justified his price tag and picked wickets and also kept the scoring rate in check.

Gujarat Titans/Rajasthan Royals have stormed into the final of IPL 2022 after Sanju Samson-led side/Hardik Pandya-led side came victorious in the Qualifier 1 on Tuesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
If Gujarat qualifies
It came as a big achievement for Gujarat who made it to the finals in their inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League. GT finished the league stage as a top team and won 10 out of 14 matches played during the phase.
If Rajasthan qualifies
It will be only the second time that Rajasthan made it to the finals in 15 seasons of the Indian Premier League. Rajasthan's final qualification would be a perfect tribute to the late Shane Warne who led the Royals to glory in the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League. Royals had a perfect outing in the league phase and finished second on the points table with 9 wins in 14 matches.
IPL 2022 orange and purple cap holders
Jos Buttler continues to be the leading run-scorer in IPL 2022 with 629 runs in 14 games and currently holding the orange cap. Yuzvendra Chahal has regained the purple cap from Wanindu Hasaranga after he got two wickets in the match against Chennai Super Kings. Chahal now has 26 wickets in 14 games.

Rajasthan vs Gujarat IPL 2022 finalist, orange and purple cap holders after Qualifier 1

Gujarat Titans have stormed into the final of IPL 2022 after Hardik Pandya-led side came victorious in the Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.

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IPL 2022 finalist, orange and purple cap holders after Qualifier 1

Gujarat Titans have stormed into the final of IPL 2022 after Hardik Pandya-led side came victorious in the Qualifier 1 on Tuesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata

Gujarat Titans have stormed into the final of IPL 2022 after<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl-2022-gujarat-vs-rajasthan-gt-storm-into-final-after-a-7-wicket-win-over-rr-in-qualifier-1-1653415342277" target="_blank"> Hardik Pandya-led side came victorious in the Qualifier 1</a> on Tuesday at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. It was the unbeaten 106 runs stand between David Miller and Hardik&nbsp;Pandya&nbsp;that helped Gujarat enter the final of IPL&nbsp;2022 in their inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;
It came as a big achievement for GT who made it to the finals in their inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League. GT finished the league stage as a top team and won 10 out of 14 matches played during the phase.
 IPL 2022 orange and purple cap holders
 Jos Buttler continues to be the leading run-scorer in IPL 2022 with 718 runs in 15 games and currently holding the orange cap. Yuzvendra Chahal has regained the purple cap from Wanindu Hasaranga after he got two wickets in the match against Chennai Super Kings. Chahal now has 26 wickets in 15 games.

David Miller smashed three consecutive sixes in the last over as Gujarat Titans registered a comprehensive 7-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2022 at The Eden Gardens on Tuesday.
Chasing a big 189-run target, Trent Boult removed Wriddhiman Saha in the first over. But Mathew Wade and Shubman Gill steadied Gujarat's ship with a counter-attacking 72-run stand. But a freak run-out incident ended Gill's promising 35 runs innings.
Also read:&nbsp;IPL 2022 finalist, orange and purple cap holders after Qualifier 1
Then, David Miller and Hardik Pandya stitched an unbeaten 106 runs stand for the fourth wicket and saw their team to get to a famous win. Miller smashed 68 runs off 38 balls while Hardik scored an unbeaten 27-ball 40
Earlier, Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson stitched a 68-run stand for the second wicket after the early dismissal of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Devdutt Padikkal scored at a brisk pace during his 28-run knock. Buttler got off to a slow start but made full use of two dropped catches and scored 89 runs in 56 balls. His first 39 runs came off 38 deliveries while the next 50 came off in just 18 balls, as Rajasthan posted 188-6.

IPL 2022, Gujarat vs Rajasthan: GT storm into final after a 7-wicket win over RR in Qualifier 1

GT storm into final after a 7-wicket win over RR in Qualifier 1.&nbsp;Rajasthan now play Qualifier 2 on May 27 vs winner of Eliminator.&nbsp;Earlier, Buttler's 89 runs powered Rajasthan to 188-6 in 20 overs

Gujarat Titans entered the final of the Indian Premier League with a seven-wicket win.&nbsp;GT completed the chase with three balls to spare with David Miller scoring unbeaten 68 off 38 balls

David Miller smashed three consecutive sixes in the last over as Gujarat Titans registered a comprehensive 7-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2022 at The Eden Gardens on Tuesday.
Chasing a big 189-run target, Trent Boult removed Wriddhiman Saha in the first over. But Mathew Wade and Shubman Gill steadied Gujarat's ship with a counter-attacking 72-run stand. But a freak run-out incident ended Gill's promising 35 runs innings.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-finalist-orange-and-purple-cap-holders-after-qualifier-1-1653417518430" target="_blank">IPL 2022 finalist, orange and purple cap holders after Qualifier 1</a>
Then, David Miller and Hardik Pandya stitched an unbeaten 106 runs stand for the fourth wicket and saw their team to get to a famous win. Miller smashed 68 runs off 38 balls while Hardik scored an unbeaten 27-ball 40
 Earlier, Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson stitched a 68-run stand for the second wicket after the early dismissal of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Devdutt Padikkal scored at a brisk pace during his 28-run knock. Buttler got off to a slow start but made full use of two dropped catches and scored 89 runs in 56 balls. His first 39 runs came off 38 deliveries while the next 50 came off in just 18 balls, as Rajasthan posted 188-6.

As the IPL 2022 Tournament approaches its end, Lucknow Super Giants are set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore in the eliminator of the IPL 2022 on Wednesday. It will be the only chance for both teams to remain in the race for the IPL finals, whoever loses will be out of the completion, and the winner shall next play in the Qualifier 2 of IPL 2022.
After a dream start, Lucknow’s league stage ended at a bitter disappointment since they failed to have a top 2 finish due to a poor net run rate in comparison to Rajasthan. The new team has won 9 games out of 14 this season. For Lucknow, their skipper KL Rahul has been their biggest positive. With 537 runs, he is the second highest run-scorer in IPL 2022. With Quinton de Kock returning in his fiery form, Deepak Hooda performing consistently and an intimidating bowling unit consisting of Avesh Khan, mohsin Khan and Jason Holder, Lucknow Super Giants going into the eliminator have all their bases covered.
On the other hand, RCB has had a hot and cold season. The Faf du Plessis-led team has won 8 and lost 6 league games. Having a negative net run rate, the team qualified on the back of MI’s win against Delhi Capitals. However, Virat Kohli’s 73 in their last league game will bring a lot of confidence in the team. With an inform skipper and Dinesh Karthik’s skills providing strength to the lower middle order RCB’s batting looks sorted. Their bowling unit led by Wanindu Hasaranga who is also among the Top 2 wicket takers too could inspire fear among the LSG batters.
Head to Head:
Both teams that are vying for their maiden title have met once in this season and RCB dominated with a 18-run win.

IPL 2022, LSG VS RCB, Eliminator Preview: playing XI prediction, live toss time, live streaming details

Both teams eyeing their maiden IPL title!

Can the KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants knock out Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL 2022 Eliminator? 

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IPL 2022, LSG VS RCB, Eliminator Preview: Lucknow look to end Bangalore's IPL campaign

Both teams that are vying for their maiden title have met once in this season and RCB dominated with a 18-run win.

<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-gautam-gambhir-s-important-advice-for-lucknow-super-giants-squad-ahead-of-eliminator-1653402697396">Lucknow Super Giants</a> are set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore in the eliminator of the IPL 2022 on Wednesday at the Eden Gardens. It will be the only chance for both teams to remain in the race for the IPL finals, whoever loses will be out of the completion, and the winner shall next play in the Qualifier 2 of IPL 2022.
After a dream start, Lucknow&rsquo;s league stage ended in bitter disappointment since they failed to have a top 2 finish due to a poor net run rate in comparison to Rajasthan. The new team has won 9 games out of 14 this season. For Lucknow, their skipper KL Rahul has been their biggest positive. With 537 runs, he is the second highest run-scorer in IPL 2022. With Quinton de Kock returning in his fiery form, Deepak Hooda performing consistently and an intimidating bowling unit consisting of Avesh Khan, Mohsin Khan and Jason Holder, Lucknow Super Giants are going into the eliminator with all their bases covered.
On the other hand, RCB has had a hot and cold season. The Faf du Plessis-led team has won 8 and lost 6 league games. Having a negative net run rate, the team qualified on the back of MI&rsquo;s win against the Delhi Capitals. However, Virat Kohli&rsquo;s 73 in their last league game will bring a lot of confidence in the team. With an in-form skipper at the top and Dinesh Karthik&rsquo;s skills providing strength to the lower middle order RCB&rsquo;s batting looks sorted. Their bowling unit led by Wanindu Hasaranga who is also among the Top 2 wicket-takers of IPL&nbsp;2022, too could inspire fear among the LSG batters. Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-why-is-rcb-persisting-with-37-year-old-faf-du-plessis-as-a-captain-1653387565440">IPL 2022: Why is RCB persisting with 37-year-old Faf du Plessis as a captain?</a>&nbsp;
Head to Head:
Both teams that are vying for their maiden title have met once this season and RCB dominated with an 18-run win. Predicted XI:
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Playing XI (probable):&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Quinton de Kock(wk), KL Rahul&copy;, Deepak Hooda, Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni, Krunal Pandya, Jason Holder, Karan Sharma, Avesh Khan, Dushmantha Chameera, Mohsin Khan 
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Playing XI (probable):&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (C), Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik (WK), Mahipal Lomror, Shahbaz Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Josh Hazlewood 
LSG vs RCB Match timings:&nbsp;&nbsp;
LSG vs RCB live match will begin at 7:30 pm IST while the toss will take place 30 minutes before the scheduled start of play.&nbsp;&nbsp;
LSG vs RCB Match Live Telecast details:&nbsp;&nbsp;
The Match will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3, and Star Sports 3 HD.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The online streaming of the IPL 2022 match will be available on Hotstar.&nbsp;&nbsp;
LSG vs RCB live Streaming match will begin at 7:30 pm IST while the toss will take place 30 minutes before the scheduled start of play.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gautam Gambhir, Lucknow Super Giants' mentor gave his team a pep talk ahead of their IPL eliminator against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Wednesday. Gambhir asked all the Lucknow players to walk the same path if they want to win the IPL trophy. The best team would not win but the side that will be able to absorb the maximum pressure will take home the IPL title. Lucknow missed one of their net sessions due to rain in Kolkata. Lucknow Super Giants need to win against Faf du Plessis' team who have qualified on the 4th spot for IPL playoffs. Despite having the same number of wins as Rajasthan Royals, Lucknow finished in the 3rd spot due to their lower Net Run Rate.If Lucknow win the match, the KL Rahul-led side will fly to Ahemdabad for Qualifier 2. If they lose they will be Knocked out of the IPL competition.

IPL 2022: Gambhir shares important advice with Lucknow Super Giants' squad ahead of Eliminator

'Walk the same path’, Gautam Gambhir shares Gurumantra ahead of Lucknow Super Giants' eliminator against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
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Gambhir&nbsp;asked all the Lucknow players to walk the same path if they want to win the IPL&nbsp;trophy.

Gautam Gambhir, Lucknow&nbsp;Super Giants' mentor gave his team a pep talk ahead of their IPL&nbsp;eliminator against <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-why-is-rcb-persisting-with-37-year-old-faf-du-plessis-as-a-captain-1653387565440">Royal Challengers Bangalore</a> which is scheduled on Wednesday.&nbsp; Gambhir&nbsp;asked all the Lucknow players to walk the same path if they want to win the IPL&nbsp;trophy. The best team would not win but the side that will be able to absorb the maximum pressure will take home the IPL&nbsp;title, the former Indian Cricketer said.&nbsp;Lucknow&nbsp;practised on Tuesday for the first time as they missed&nbsp;their net sessions on the previous day due to rain in Kolkata.&nbsp; Lucknow&nbsp;Super Giants need to win against Faf&nbsp;du Plessis'&nbsp;team who have qualified on the 4th spot for IPL&nbsp;playoffs. If Lucknow&nbsp;wins the match, the KL Rahul-led&nbsp;side will fly to Ahmedabad&nbsp;for Qualifier 2. If they lose they will be Knocked out of the IPL&nbsp;competition. Despite having the same number of wins as Rajasthan&nbsp;Royals,&nbsp;Lucknow&nbsp;finished in the 3rd spot due to their lower Net Run Rate. Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-if-used-sehwag-s-suggestion-for-umran-malik-to-kl-rahul-1653378883330">IPL 2022: 'If used...' Sehwag's suggestion for Umran Malik to KL Rahul&nbsp;</a>

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