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The Delhi Capitals Women will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore Women in the summit clash of Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Apart from it, the two finalists for the PSL 2024 have also been confirmed with Islamabad United beating Peshawar Zalmi by five wickets to setup the finale with Multan Sultans.
Here in this article, we’ll look at all the big news that took place on Saturday, March 16, but before that, let’s check the matches scheduled for the day.
WPL 2024 Final: Delhi Capitals Women vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Women
Delhi Capitals Women will compete against Royal Challengers Bangalore Women in the final of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. This will be the second straight final for the DC-W in the WPL, while it is going to be the first final for the RCB-W in the short history of the tournament. Delhi Capitals Women have won both their round-robin matches of the WPL 2024 against Royal Challengers Bangalore Women, putting them a bit ahead in the reckoning for the Sunday’s summit clash.
Major cricket events that happened on March 16
IPL 2024 to entirely take place in India, confirms Jay Shah
On Saturday, March 16, Jay Shah, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Secretary, confirmed that the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 will not have some of its matches happen overseas. The clarification came after the reports emerged about the possibility of the IPL getting shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), because of the Indian general elections.
Punjab Kings unveil their IPL 2024 jersey in Chandigarh
Ahead of the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League, the Punjab Kings launched their highly anticipated new matchday jersey. The jersey was revealed in a spectacular event at the Elante Mall in Chandigarh on Saturday in the presence of renowned personalities from all walks of life. Co-owner Preity Zinta and captain Shikhar Dhawan unveiled the new colors and revealed the stunning new design in all its glory.
Matheesha Pathirana to miss first half of IPL 2024: Reports
With less than a week left for IPL 2024, CSK have been handed a massive blow with Matheesha Pathirana missing first half of IPL. A senior CSK official told TOI, "We have to talk to SLC to know when he will be available." Pathirana sustained a hamstring injury during Bangladesh T20I series and would require upto five weeks to recover.
Without Virat Kohli, the Indian team cannot go: Kris Srikkanth
Former India cricketer Kris Srikkanth lashed out at the “rumour mongers” for spreading false reports over Virat Kohli missing a place in the India squad for T20 World Cup 2024. Emphasizing on the pivotal role Kohli has played, Srikkanth in his YouTube channel said, “You need a guy who can just stay there. Without Virat Kohli, the Indian team cannot go. We need Virat Kohli, 100 per cent.”
IPL second phase schedule to be announced before March 21: Reports
With the schedule of the first 17 days out, the BCCI is likely to announce the schedule of the remaining tournament before March 21. As informed by sources close of SportsTiger, BCCI will announce the schedule of the entire tournament before March 21, with the opener scheduled to be played between CSK and RCB on March 22.
ICC "won't force" BCCI to send team to Pakistan: Reports
With India’s participation under doubts for the 2025 Champions Trophy, ICC has also put its stance clear. A veteran administrator told PTI, “Every member can raise concerns for discussion at Board meetings and then it would go to a vote. But if the government (of a member nation) expressly say that they can’t play there, ICC would need to look for an alternative.”
WATCH: Gautam Gambhir reveals IPL final date in his first address
Ahead of IPL 2024, KKR mentor Gautam Gambhir in his first collective meeting revealed the date of the summit clash. While addressing the KKR squad, Gambhir mentioned, “on 26th May, we should be there”, pointing towards the summit clash. It is to be noted that BCCI is yet to announce the complete schedule of IPL 2024.
