Kohli struck a fiery 92 and then fielded like a tiger in Dharamsala, ensuring RCB beat PBKS to stay alive in IPL 2024. He was adjudicated as the player of the match.
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Virat Kohli Speaks To Son Akaay, Anushka, Vamika Over Video Call After RCB Beat PBKS In Thrilling IPL 2024 Clash; Watch | cricket news
It was a heartwarming moment in the middle in Bengaluru when Virat Kohli spoke to his family members from the M Chinnaswamy ground. Anushka, their daughter and newly-born son Akaay are in London at the moment. Virat pressed the dial button to speak to wife after RCB clinched a cliffhanger against Punjab in which Virat also struck a brilliant 77 off 49 balls. Cameras spotted Kohli conversing with Akaay as he made faces while speaking over the call and smiled constantly, revealing to the world who was on the other side of this video call.
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Check out the video of Virat speaking to Anushka, Vamika and Akaay:
Virat Kohli talking to his family is just _ pic.twitter.com/Vad6J3X9sR — Harshit Poddar (@harshitpoddar09) March 25, 2024
Virat also got the Player of the match award for setting up the chase which eventually Dinesh Karthik finished in style. He spoke of his time off the field. Virat was with wife in London for more than two months as they waited for the birth of their second child whom they named Akaay. While the rest of the family is still in London, away from the attention and limelight they get in India, Virat came back to India to play the IPL.
The 35-year-old said that he enjoyed his time in London where not many recognized him on the streets as he could casually walk into a restaurant with his daughter to have some food or coffee. “We were not in the country (talking about his break). We were in a place where people were not recognizing us. Just time together as a family, just to feel normal for two months – for me, my family – it was a surreal experience. Of course having two kids, things become totally different from a family perspective. Just the ability to be together, the connections you make with your older child. Couldn’t have been more grateful to God for the opportunity to spend time with the family,” said Virat.
Virat is the current holder of the Orange Cap. He will aim to keep it throughout the tournament which will mean that he is contributing with the bat and fulfilling his responsibilities. “People talk about a lot of other things when you play sport – achievement, stats, numbers. But when you look back it’s the memories you create. Rahul bhai in the change room says the same nowadays. When you play, play your heart out. because you’re going to miss these times,” said Virat.
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RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Team Prediction, Match Preview, Fantasy Cricket Hints: Captain, Probable Playing 11s, Team News; Injury Updates For Today’s PBKS vs RCB Indian Premier League in M Chinnaswamy Stadium, 730PM IST, Bengaluru | cricket news
In the upcoming match, RCB is determined to recover from their opening defeat against CSK. Playing on their home turf, they are eager to shift the momentum in their favor against Punjab. Led by Shikhar Dhawan, Punjab Kings come into the game buoyed by their recent triumph over Delhi, presenting a tough test for RCB’s formidable lineup.
RCB vs PBKS Dream11 Team
Keeper – Jitesh Sharma
Batsmen – Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan (vc), Faf du Plessis (c), Jonny Bairstow
All-rounders – Glenn Maxwell, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Cameron Green
Bowlers – Mohammad Siraj, Arshdeep Singh
RCB vs PBKS Predicted XI
RCB Predicted XI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Anuj Rawat (wk), Dinesh Karthik, Alzarri Joseph, Mayank Dagar, Karn Sharma, Mohammed Siraj [Impact Sub: Yash Dayal for Dinesh Karthik]
PBKS Predicted XI: Shikhar Dhawan (c), Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Liam Livingstone, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar. [Impact Sub: Arshdeep Singh for Prabhsimran Singh]
RCB vs PBKS Squads:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis(c), Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Anuj Rawat(w), Dinesh Karthik, Karn Sharma, Alzarri Joseph, Mayank Dagar, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal, Akash Deep , Suyash Prabhudessai, Swapnil Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Lockie Ferguson, Mahipal Lomror, Will Jacks, Manoj Bhandage, Saurav Chauhan, Rajan Kumar, Himanshu Sharma, Tom Curran, Reece Topley
Punjab Kings Squad: Shikhar Dhawan(c), Jonny Bairstow, Prabhsimran Singh, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma(w), Liam Livingstone, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Rilee Rossouw, Tanay. Thyagarajan, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Vidhwath Kaverappa, Chris Woakes, Rishi Dhawan, Sikandar Raza, Ashutosh Sharma, Atharva Taide, Nathan Ellis.
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IPL 2024: Punjab Kings Home Matches To Take Place At Newly-Developed Stadium, Read Details Here
Instead of the traditional soil, the ground is made of sand, which is difficult to maintain, but provides good stability.
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WATCH: IPL Auctioneer Says, ‘Hammer Has Come Down’ To Preity Zinta Who Tried To Reverse A Buy; Video Goes Viral | cricket news
In a surprising twist during the 2024 IPL Auction, Punjab Kings found themselves in a mix-up that led to the accidental purchase of Shashank Singh. The confusion unfolded during the accelerated bidding phase, leaving the franchise in an awkward position. Despite efforts to rectify the error, auction regulations stood firm, making it a unique incident in IPL history. During the accelerated round, Shashank Singh’s name was called out, initiating the bidding process. The lone bidders, Punjab Kings, unintentionally secured the services of the uncapped 32-year-old all-rounder from Chattisgarh, who had gone unsold in the previous auction after being released by Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Fantastic scenes here as the notoriously inept Punjab Kings manage to not only purchase a player they didn’t want, (Shashank Singh), they also admit to this in front of literally everyone. Singh we can guess is sat at home wondering whether to show up in March. #IPLAuction #pbks pic.twitter.com/PtLQv9t07H — Punjab Kings UK (@PunjabKingsUK) December 19, 2023
The Attempt to Undo
Moments after the hammer confirmed the purchase, team owners Ness Wadia and Preity Zinta realized the blunder. Despite their attempt to rectify the error, auctioneer Mallika Sagar asserted that, under auction rules, a confirmed purchase could not be reversed once the hammer falls.
Regulations Prohibit Reversals
Wadia and Zinta sought to place Shashank back into the auction, but strict auction regulations prevented such reversals after a confirmed purchase. Shashank, with a T20 record of 55 matches, 724 runs, and 15 wickets, remained an accidental acquisition for Punjab Kings.
Expert Opinions
The incident raised eyebrows in the cricket world, with anchor Suhail Chandok expressing disapproval on Jio Cinema. He emphasized the importance of clarity in auction strategies, stating, “We don’t see that in the auction if you are clear with your plans.” Mike Hesson, an expert on the show, questioned Punjab Kings’ overall strategy, noting, “Not sure what Punjab achieved from this IPL auction. They have a lot of backups but not a lot of substance.”
PBKS Left in a Bind
The unique incident left Punjab Kings in a bind, emphasizing the stringent rules governing IPL auctions even in cases of mistaken identities. The team, now stuck with a player they did not intend to target, faces the challenge of making the best out of an unexpected acquisition.
Similar Incidents in the Auction
Interestingly, Punjab Kings were not alone in bidding for the wrong player during the IPL 2024 Auction. Delhi Capitals also faced a similar situation but managed to reverse their bid promptly, highlighting the importance of clarity and precision in the fast-paced auction environment.