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In the final match of the WPL 2024 league stage between Delhi Capitals Women and Gujarat Giants at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday, the home side dominated the Giants to a 7-wicket win with 41 balls remaining. From the WPL, moving to the IPL, The Delhi Capitals have been handed with a big blow with England batter, Harry Brook likely to miss out on the upcoming edition.
Talking about international cricket, Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is back at the top of the ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings after finishing with a nine-wicket match haul in his 100th Test match.
Major cricket events that happened on March 13
Shafali's 71 guides Delhi Capitals to dominant win over Gujarat Giants
In the final match of the WPL 2024 league stage between Delhi Capitals Women and Gujarat Giants at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday, the home side dominated the Giants to a 7-wicket win with 41 balls remaining. India opener Shafali Verma and Marizanne Kapp-led bowling unit helped the Capitals register the most wins (6) this season by any team. Kapp picked up two wickets as the Giants only managed 126 in the first innings. Then with the bat, Verma starred as the opener smashed 71 runs in 37 balls to Delhi clinch the win
Who will captain CSK after Dhoni? CEO Kasi Viswanathan reveals future plans
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan in his recent interview with S Badrinath on the latter’s YouTube channel, revealed the team’s future plans. Although the team might have started to look at the options available to fill up MS Dhoni’s shoes at the helm, the CEO added that they have left it to the captain and the coach to decide. “In internal discussions, Srinivasan has made it very clear. Let’s not talk about captain and vice-captain appointments. Let’s leave it to the coach and the captain to decide. He has said that ‘the captain and the coach will decide and give us a directive, till then let’s all keep quiet’,” said Viswanathan.
Bangalore to Bengaluru? RCB teases name change ahead of IPL 2024
However, in the latest update on social media, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has hinted at a possible name change. In the latest video shared by the franchise across its social platforms, starring South star Rishabh Shetty, hinted at its name change from Royal Challengers Bangalore to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. “Understood what Rishabh Shetty is trying to say? You’ll find out at the RCB Unbox,” the franchise captioned the post.
Doctors talked about amputation: Rishabh Pant recalls horrific details of car crash
Indian wicketkeeping batter Rishabh Pant recalled details about his horrific car crash in December 2022 and said that the doctors had even talked to him about amputating his leg. Pant also revealed how bad things could have been, and how the spiritual power saved him. Notably, the young cricketer displayed great vigour and perseverance and recently received a yes from BCCI to participate in the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League.
Dharamsala to host two home games for Punjab Kings in IPL 2024: Reports
As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule for the first phase of IPL, the Punjab King will play only one home fixture and will travel for the other three fixtures. The side will host a couple of games in Mohali, but reports reveal that only two home matches will be played in Dharamsala. As reported by PTI, Punjab are expected to play their final two home games in Dharamsala, similarly to how they played last season. Moreover, the other five games will be held in Mullanpur, Mohali.
Harry Brook set to miss IPL 2024; Delhi Capitals eye for replacement
The Delhi Capitals have been handed with a big blow with England batter, Harry Brook likely to miss out on the upcoming edition. However, the official confirmation around it is still awaited, and franchise officials have opened up to looking for a replacement. According to Cricbuzz, the England batter has withdrawn from the tournament, citing personal reasons. Moreover, it is to be noted that Brook’s absence extends beyond the IPL.
ICC Men's Test Player Rankings: R Ashwin reclaims top spot; replaces Jasprit Bumrah
Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is back at the top of the ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings after finishing with a nine-wicket match haul in his 100th Test match. Ashwin returned hauls of four for 51 and five for 77 against England as India won by an innings and 64 runs in Dharamsala to complete a 4-1 win in the ICC World Test Championship series. Ashwin reclaimed the top spot from compatriot Jasprit Bumrah to start his sixth stint at the top of the rankings.
