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Abhishek Rises to No. 2 in ICC T20I Batters Rankings

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1 year ago

February 6, 2025

Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma made an impressive leap of 38 positions to secure the second spot in the ICC T20I batting rankings. This surge follows his explosive innings of 135 runs off just 54 balls during the fifth and final T20I against England in Mumbai. His phenomenal performance earned him 829 rating points, allowing him to overtake teammate Tilak Varma.

The young Punjab batsman began the series on a strong note with a remarkable 79 runs from 34 balls, contributing significantly to India’s chase of 133 runs in Kolkata. Although he didn’t exceed 29 runs in the subsequent three innings, he burst back onto the scene with his record-breaking innings in the final T20I, where he hit seven fours and 13 sixes, aiding India in achieving a convincing 150-run victory.

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Currently leading the T20I batting rankings is Travis Head, with Phil Salt and Suryakumar Yadav completing the top five.

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In bowling news, mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who emerged as the highest wicket-taker in the series against England, climbed three spots to join the second position in the T20I bowling rankings. With 14 wickets across five matches and an outstanding average of 9.85, he showcased his exceptional skill.

The performances of Varun also saw him added to India’s ODI squad against England, and during the series, he achieved his second T20I five-wicket haul. He now shares rating points with England’s Adil Rashid, who briefly held the top position before being overtaken by Akeal Hosein after his figures of 1 for 41 in Mumbai.

Both Varun and Rashid are just two points shy of Hosein’s rating.

Another Indian spinner, Ravi Bishnoi, also made significant progress in the rankings, advancing four spots to sixth after taking 1 for 9 from a single over in Mumbai, concluding the series with five wickets to his name. Conversely, England fast bowler Jofra Archer, who conceded 55 runs in his four overs in the same match, dropped four positions to tenth.

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Sports

Bengaluru Police Issue Advisory Ahead of RCB’s IPL 2026 Final

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2 weeks ago

May 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

IPL 2026 :Bengaluru police have urged people to celebrate responsibly during and after the IPL 2026 final. RCB will play the final match on Sunday.

Police have banned public celebrations, bike rallies, road blockages, and stunt riding. Bursting crackers and setting up public LED screens without permission are also not allowed.

Authorities have asked people not to drink alcohol in public places or create disturbances. Citizens have also been warned against spreading rumours or posting offensive content on social media.

The advisory comes after a stampede during RCB’s victory celebrations last year, which claimed 11 lives. Police have appealed to fans to maintain peace and cooperate with officials to ensure public safety.

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Tim David Faces Criticism for Obscene Celebration against Mumbai Indians

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1 month 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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2 months 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.