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IPL 2024 Winning Formula: Hit Most Sixes And Enter Final As Proven By CSK, MI, RCB; Check Stat | cricket news
Hitting sixes matter in T20. Teams without big six-hitters tend to struggle, whether internationally or in franchise cricket. IPL is no different. History tells you that teams which have more sixes in the past editions, barring 2008, have reached the finals. This stat is a reason why the likes of Andre Russell, Glenn Maxwell, Rinku Singh, MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya are so important to the success of their teams. Some of these players have had their fitness struggles but the franchises never turned their back on them. These players are match-winners on their day as they can chase down any target on the back of their power game.
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Explaining how six-hitting skill is a game changer in T20Is using an India loss as an example
Strong power game helped West Indies win 2 T20 World Cup titles. Remember that semifinal clash in T20 World Cup in 2016 between West Indies and India. West Indies won it because of their power game. In fact, Windies won these World Cups because of their boundary-clearing abilities.
In this semifinal alone, Windies hit 11 sixes against India's 3. India made 192 for 2 in 20 overs with Virat Kohli hitting 11 fours and just 1 six in his innings of 89 off 47 balls. The knock came at a brisk strike rate of 189.36. Dhoni hit just one boundary after facing 9 balls. Rohit Sharma, during innings of 31-ball 43, hit 3 fours and sixes each. India returned with eight wickets in hand and with six-hitters Suresh Raina, Manish Pandey, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja unused. That was a tactical error on part of India as they failed to put up something over 220 despite wickets in hand and after playing 120 balls.
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Windies batsmen got reprieves in that match but they made full use of it. That is T20 cricket's nature, by default. There's always more risk involved but the returns are also maximum. Windies finished the game in 19.4 overs. What helped them were 11 sixes. They also hit more boundaries (20) in comparison to India (17). In a nutshell, West Indies hit 144 runs out of rheir 196 in boundaries (sixes and fours) and India scored just 92. This difference is quite telling.
England adopted the same six-hitting principle in ODIs when they began their revival post the 2015 World cup debacle. The road was tough but they did not change their game and were eventually rewarded with the first fifty-over World Cup. The fact that they won the final on the number of boundary counts sort of tells the whole importance of boundaries.
Which teams have hit most sixes in every IPL season sine 2008 and how many of them went to the finals?
Now that we have explained the importance of six, here's proving how key a role this skill plays in IPL as well. The most sixes hit in first season of IPL by a team was just 95, by Kings XI Punjab. The second most was from Deccan Chargers. Both did not make it the final. However, since 2009, at least one team of the two teams with most sixes that season has made it the final.
In 2009, Chargers hit 99 sixes and won the competition. In 2010, CSK were won the competition with most sixes (97). In 2011, CSK won it again with second-most sixes in the season (91) while RCB hit 94 and were the finalists. In 2012, CSK made the finals again with 112 sixes. Mumbai Indians (MI) hit the most sixes in 2013 and won the competition while. Punjab Kings made their first final in 2014 on back of 127 sixes, the most that season.
In 2015 too, MI hit most sixes (120) and won the championship for the second time. Next year, RCB made the final with 142 sixes. and 2017, MI won the competition for the third time with 117 sixes, against most in that edition.
CSK in 2018 (145), 2021 (115) and 2023 (133), MI in 2019 (115) and 2020 (137) hit most sixes in these respective editions to win the tournament while Rajasthan Royals made the final on back of 137 sixes. in the tournament in 2022. The trend tells you clearly. The teams who can consistently hit sixes in this league increase their chance of qualifying for the final.
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RCB's Shreyanka Patil Turns 'Wonderwoman' Makes Unbelievable Save On The Boundary In WPL 2024, Video Goes Viral – Watch | cricket news
In the electrifying clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI) in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, the spotlight shone brightly on Shreyanka Patil, who showcased a moment of brilliance in the field. Patil's remarkable save at the boundary halted a potential six, exhibiting her agility and commitment to her team's cause. As the battle heated up at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, MI won the toss and chose to bowl first, mounting pressure on RCB from the outset. Despite the challenges, RCB's Patil stood tall, positioned deep in the field, ready to thwart any onslaught from the MI batswomen.
When Hayley Matthews unleashed a powerful strike aiming for the boundary, it seemed destined for a six. However, Patil had other plans. With lightning reflexes, she intercepted the ball perilously close to the ropes, denying MI crucial runs and turning the tide in RCB's favour.
What a save from shreyanka patil ____Great effort and athleticism#WPL #RCBvsMI@shreyanka_patil pic.twitter.com/O36NT0xVPL — Rajendra dudi (@rajendra_dudi) March 2, 2024
A Glimpse of Patil's Resilience
Patil's heroics didn't stop there. Her agile fielding display was a testament to her resilience, especially considering her previous struggles on the field. In an earlier encounter against the Delhi Capitals, she faced a setback after dropping a crucial catch. However, Patil's unwavering determination and commitment to improvement shone through as she redeemed herself with an outstanding performance against MI.
Team Spirit and Confidence Boost
Speaking of her experiences within the RCB franchise, Patil highlighted the vibrant team spirit and camaraderie among the players. She emphasized the importance of backing each other and fostering a positive environment within the team. Patil's confidence and enthusiasm reflect RCB's collective drive for success in the WPL 2024 season.
MI's Dominance Despite Patil's Efforts
Despite Patil's remarkable efforts, MI's dominance remained unchallenged throughout the match. Led by formidable performances from Yastika Bhatia, Hayley Matthews, and Amelia Kerr, MI secured a convincing victory, further solidifying their position at the top of the points table.
Looking Ahead
As RCB regroups after their defeat against MI, they prepare to face the UP Warriorz in their upcoming fixture. With Patil's inspiring display serving as a source of motivation, RCB aims to bounce back stronger and reclaim their winning momentum in the WPL 2024.
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Big Blow for RCB As Rs 17.5 Crore Signing Tested Positive For Covid-19 Ahead Of IPL 2024 | cricket news
In a significant development, Australian all-rounder Cameron Green, along with Australia’s head coach Andrew McDonald, has tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of the pink-ball Test against West Indies at the Gabba in Brisbane. The news comes as a setback for the Australian cricket team, as both Green and McDonald will be separated from the squad until they return a negative test.
Cricket Australia stated, “Cameron Green and Andrew McDonald will be separated from the group until they return a negative test. It will not hinder Green taking part in or McDonald attending the match in line with CA protocols.”
Cameron Green has tested positive for COVID19. pic.twitter.com/Phf8Rn7Xj4
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 24, 2024
Despite the positive tests, both Green and McDonald could still be involved in the Test against West Indies if they return negative results in the next 24 hours, following Cricket Australia’s protocols. The situation is being closely monitored as the Australian team prepares for the crucial pink-ball Test scheduled for January 25.
Meanwhile, in the IPL context, this development poses a potential challenge for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), who traded in Cameron Green from Mumbai Indians for a whopping Rs 17.5 crore ahead of the IPL 2024 auction.
RCB Director of Cricket, Mo Babat, had previously hailed the move, stating, “We have got a strong core of retaining players, and we have got a very powerful top order. Part of the decision-making that we had around our player release. The decisions were to try and strengthen the middle order, and bringing Cameron Green was a fantastic move.”
However, with Green testing positive for COVID-19 and the uncertainty surrounding his participation in the upcoming matches, RCB might face a considerable setback. If Green fails to recover in time for the IPL 2024, it could impact RCB’s middle-order dynamics, a key area the franchise aimed to strengthen with the acquisition of the talented Australian all-rounder.
It’s worth noting that Cameron Green’s health has been a concern beyond the recent COVID-19 diagnosis. He had previously revealed that he is battling irreversible chronic kidney disease. Despite being in stage two, Green has managed the condition well throughout his career. However, the unpredictable nature of his health poses an additional challenge for both the Australian team and his IPL franchise.
As the situation unfolds, both the Australian cricket team and RCB will be closely monitoring Cameron Green’s health, hoping for a speedy recovery and his availability for the upcoming matches. The IPL 2024 auction has already taken place, but the impact of Green’s potential absence will only become clearer as the tournament approaches.
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‘Moye, Moye’: Yuzvendra Chahal Makes Fun Of RCB’s Bowling Lineup Picked By Franchise For IPL 2024; Watch | cricket news
India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal currently plays for Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Indian Premier League (IPL). He has played for three teams so far having started his IPL career at Mumbai Indians (MI), decade ago. Chahal played for the longest time in IPL for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). After years of service for the Bengaluru-based franchise, he was released from the squad in 2022 ahead of the mega auction.
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RCB could retain just 3 players ahead of auction and they decided to let Chahal go, their only good leg-spinner. Chahal was not even told about this decision by the franchise, had revealed in a podcast. Fair to say, the relationship between Chahal and RCN did not end on a bright note. Chahal has played two seasons now for Royals and has done well for them.
In a video which is going viral on the internet, Chahal has been heard making fun of RCB’s bowling lineup. After releasing the likes of Josh Hazlewood, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel which formed the nuclei of a well-settled bowling attack, they bought Alzarri Joseph, Tom Curran, Yash Dayal and Lockie Ferguson. The bowling lineup also includes Cameron Green, Mohammed Siraj and Reece Topley. The RCB fans were upset with the team when the likes of Hazlewood, Hasaranga were released and not bought back.
Chahal was asked about his thoughts on RCB’s bowling attack during live streaming of a Game, to which he said ‘Moye Moye’, a song which is used to troll someone. The song ‘Moye Moye’ is quite popular among Reelsmakers on Instagram.
Watch Yuzvendra Chahal trolling RCB here:
Yuzi Chahal is trolling RCB’s bowling lineup for the current season_? ,
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— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952_) January 1, 2024
It will be interesting to see how the likes of Fad du Plessis and Virat Kohli, current and former captain of RCB, react to Chahal’s reaction. Chahal is a good friend of du Plessis and very close to Kohli. RCB’s reaction would also be interesting to see here.
One thing is for sure that Chahal has not forgotten the ‘disrespect’ he felt after not receiving the kind word from the franchise during his time of exit. It is also important to note that Chahal did not mock any RCB player but his comment made in fun was targeted towards the planning of the franchise for the IPL 2024 Auction.