Ipl articles
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Why is the IPL breaking run-records this season? The once-miserly Muralitharan explains the glut
Playing on flat decks and Indian spinners “not spinning the ball” enough are the reasons that Muttiah Muralitharan believes the tweakers have not been able to make an impact in the ongoing India Premier League. In a season where totals in excess of 240 have become the norm at most venues, only three spinners - Yuzendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav and Sunil Narine – are in the top 20 wicket-takers list. Beyond them, not many have been able to make an impact even in the middle overs; even India’s...
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Worst IPL? The mind-boggling dominance of bat over ball in 2024 season
IPL 2024 is turning out to be a season of run-fests and six-hitting shows. Some call it a beyond-believable disparity between bat and ball while others say it is a case of beyond-believable dominance of bat over ball. And Friday’s record-breaking game between PBKS and KKR at Eden Gardens only divided the cricket fraternity more. 'Worst IPL' was trending on X, reflecting the mood of the critics of the 2024 season. A total of 523 runs were scored with PBKS scripting the highest-successful chase --...
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IPL 2024: From Kohli's No-Ball to Dubious Wide Calls – Umpiring Under Scrutiny
The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) has been delivering a blend of high-octane drama, exhilarating nail-biters and the occasional heart-wrenching defeats. Amidst the riveting action, the 17th edition of the tournament has also witnessed some rather questionable umpiring decisions, with players actively engaging with umpires, challenging decisions ranging from overlooked wides to contentious no-balls.Let's delve into these instances where umpiring decisions have come under scrutiny and...