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5th T20I: Surya Emphasizes “High-Risk, High-Reward” Strategy After India’s Dominant Victory

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1 year ago

February 4, 2025

India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav, expressed his excitement over opener Abhishek Sharma’s remarkable batting performance in the fifth T20I, alongside Varun Chakravarthy’s outstanding bowling throughout the series. He described their achievements as a testament to the team’s high-risk, high-reward approach, which culminated in a 4-1 series triumph against England.

Abhishek Sharma delivered a stunning 135 runs off just 54 balls, aiding the hosts in setting a formidable target of 247/9. Meanwhile, Mohammed Shami’s efficient bowling (3 wickets for 25 runs) helped dismiss England for a mere 87 runs, leading to a comprehensive 150-run victory for India, marking the team’s second-largest win by runs.

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England never appeared likely to chase down the massive total, and Suryakumar opted to give part-timers Shivam Dube and Abhishek Sharma a chance to bowl, both of whom claimed two wickets, hastening England’s collapse.

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In the post-match presentation, Suryakumar emphasized the importance of being instinctive as a T20 captain, noting that the success of players like Abhishek, Shivam, and Varun perfectly aligns with India’s aggressive playing style.

“It’s crucial to be a little instinctive on the field—if you think someone can make an impact, give them the ball. We’ve discussed the type of cricket we want to play and are committed to that approach. It’s a high-risk, high-reward game, but we’re pleased with the results,” stated SKY.

As Abhishek Sharma struck a dazzling century—the second-fastest by an Indian in T20Is—with his family in attendance, Suryakumar expressed his joy for the batter’s performance before his loved ones. “I’m really happy for his family; they must have enjoyed his innings. It was fantastic,” he remarked.

The India captain also lauded mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who topped the series bowling charts with 14 wickets across five innings. Surya acknowledged Chakravarthy’s dedication to improving his fielding skills, which have clearly paid off. “He works tirelessly with our fielding coach, Dilip sir, whenever he has the opportunity in practice. Today, he eagerly volunteered to field in the outfield, and the results were evident. He’s process-oriented and constantly looks to innovate,” added the India captain as the reigning World Champions continued to assert their dominance in T20I cricket.

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Tim David Faces Criticism for Obscene Celebration against Mumbai Indians

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4 days ago

May 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

IPL 2026 : In a dramatic IPL 2026 clash, Royal Challengers Bengaluru player Tim David has landed in controversy for allegedly making an obscene gesture after his team’s thrilling win against Mumbai Indians.

The incident took place during the 54th match of the Indian Premier League in Raipur. Batting first, Mumbai Indians scored 167 runs in 20 overs and set a competitive target for RCB.

While chasing the target, Royal Challengers Bengaluru needed 15 runs in the final over. The match went down to the last ball, where RCB required two runs for victory. Rasikh Dar helped the team secure a thrilling win in the final delivery.

Soon after the victory, Tim David, who was in the dugout, was seen allegedly showing his middle finger towards the Mumbai Indians camp during the celebrations. The video of the incident quickly went viral on social media and triggered criticism from cricket fans.

Reports suggest that match officials could take disciplinary action against the Australian batter. Under the ICC Code of Conduct, obscene or offensive gestures are considered a serious offence.

Such behaviour usually falls under Level 1 or Level 2 breaches of the ICC rules. Players found guilty can face fines ranging from 50 percent to 100 percent of their match fees. Demerit points may also be added to their disciplinary record. Repeated offences can even lead to suspension from matches.

Similar incidents have happened in the past as well. In 2012, Virat Kohli was fined 50 percent of his match fee for showing the middle finger to spectators during a match in Sydney.

Cricket is widely known as a “gentleman’s game,” and players are expected to maintain discipline and respect on the field. Tim David’s celebration has now sparked debate among fans and experts about sportsmanship in modern cricket.

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Pooran Super over Call Sparks Criticism

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3 weeks ago

April 27, 2026

Namma Kudla

Sports: Lucknow Super Giants’ captain Rishabh Pant faced criticism after a failed Super Over decision against Kolkata Knight Riders. LSG sent Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram to bat, with Pooran on strike against Sunil Narine.

Pooran was bowled on the first ball, leading to heavy criticism from fans. Many questioned the decision, especially because Narine had earlier troubled Pooran in a past Super Over.

LSG coach Justin Langer defended the move. He said the team trusted Pooran as he has faced Narine many times and has a strong record against him. He added that teams must back their best players even in difficult moments.

Langer also said Pooran is one of the best T20 players in recent years but is currently low on confidence. He assured that the team is working hard to help him regain form

Despite being at the bottom of the table, LSG remains hopeful. Langer said the team will use the break to improve and aim to win their remaining matches.

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King Kohli Creates Two Records in One Match

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3 weeks ago

April 25, 2026

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Bengaluru: Virat Kohli made history in a match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium against Gujarat Titans. He achieved two big records in a single game.

Kohli became the first player in Indian Premier League history to hit 800 boundaries. He now has 807 fours. Shikhar Dhawan is second with 768, followed by David Warner and Rohit Sharma.

He also became the third player to hit 300 sixes in IPL. He reached this mark with his first six in the match. Chris Gayle leads with 357 sixes, while Rohit Sharma has 310.