How an inexperienced batting lineup cost Rajasthan Royals their playoff spot | Cricket News – The Times of India

How an inexperienced batting lineup cost Rajasthan Royals their playoff spot | Cricket News – The Times of India

As the IPL enters its business end, two former champions — Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals — have already been eliminated from the playoff race. While the Royals’ early exit may seem disappointing, a deeper look reveals a season of narrow margins and missed opportunities, largely stemming from an inexperienced batting lineup that buckled…

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India must continue to exploit ‘brittle’ Australian line-up: Ravi Shastri | Cricket News – Times of India

India must continue to exploit ‘brittle’ Australian line-up: Ravi Shastri | Cricket News – Times of India

India can become just the third touring team to win three straight Test series in Australia. (Photo by William West/AFP via Getty Images) NEW DELHI: India have their “nose ahead” in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after taking advantage of Australia’s “brittle” top order, according to former coach Ravi Shastri, who has backed the visitors to win…

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Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Is India’s pace-attack stronger than Australia’s line-up? | Cricket News – Times of India

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Is India’s pace-attack stronger than Australia’s line-up? | Cricket News – Times of India

Jasprit Bumrah and Pat Cummins (Agency Photos) NEW DELHI: The much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 kicks off at Perth’s iconic Optus Stadium on November 22. Known for its lively pitches offering pace, bounce, and carry, Perth sets the stage for an intense battle between bat and ball. With Mohammed Shami unavailable for the first Test, the…

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