Tuesday, May 14
Pakistan rebounded from their unexpected defeat in the series opener to clinch a convincing seven-wicket win against Ireland in the second Twenty20 match held in Dublin, setting the stage for a decisive showdown. Ireland's victory by five wickets in the T20 opener on Friday stunned Pakistan, marking Ireland's inaugural T20 triumph over their opponents.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) took a step closer to the IPL 2024 playoffs with their five-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals on Sunday at home, which was their last game at the MA Chidambaram Stadium this season and possibly the last in Chennai as a player for the iconic MS Dhoni.
Former Pakistan cricketer Ramiz Raja expressed scepticism about disrupting the established opening partnership of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam due to inconsistent performances by opener Saim Ayub. Despite a brief knock of 45 in the first T20I against Ireland, Ayub's struggles in the second match have raised doubts. The deciding third T20I will unfold on Tuesday in Dublin.
Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi lauded Pakistan's convincing 7-wicket win over Ireland, urging the team to maintain a similar aggressive mindset and strike rates for most batters in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Rizwan's explosive partnership of 140 runs paved the way for Pakistan's comfortable victory, showcasing their formidable potential for the tournament ahead.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) showcased exceptional bowling and fielding prowess as they secured a commanding 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals, keeping their IPL playoff aspirations alive on Sunday. Despite posting a modest total of 187 for 9, buoyed by a fiery half-century from the in-form Rajat Patidar, RCB's bowling attack dismantled the lackluster DC lineup, dismissing them for just 140 runs in 19.1 overs.
In a video posted by KKR on social media, the upbeat mood of the squad was evident. The two-time champions became the first team to book a place in the playoffs after their win over Mumbai Indians in their last match. KKR have 18 points from nine wins in 12 matches and sit on top of the IPL 2024 table
Babar Azam, Pakistan's skipper, made history by becoming the most successful T20I captain with an impressive 45 wins. This milestone was achieved after Pakistan's stunning victory over Ireland, where they chased down 193/7 with ease. The partnership between Mohammad Rizwan and Fakhar Zaman, who scored 75 and 78 runs respectively, was pivotal in Pakistan's win.
Babar Azam, Pakistan's skipper, made history by becoming the most successful T20I captain with an impressive 45 wins. This milestone was achieved after Pakistan's stunning victory over Ireland, where they chased down 193/7 with ease. The partnership between Mohammad Rizwan and Fakhar Zaman, who scored 75 and 78 runs respectively, was pivotal in Pakistan's win.
The victory of Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Delhi Capitals on Sunday breathed new life into their quest for a spot in the IPL 2024 playoffs. The captured moments of triumph on camera featured Anushka Sharma, wife of Virat Kohli, folding her hands in gratitude to express the significance of this win to her husband and his team.
