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Gautam Gambhir criticized RCB's IPL 2025 victory parade, emphasizing that such celebrations should be held privately to prevent tragedies like the stampede that resulted in 11 deaths and injuries to many. He highlighted the importance of safety and responsible planning for public events, calling for future celebrations to be more cautious and possibly held behind closed doors.
Eleven people died and dozens were injured in a stampede outside a Bengaluru cricket stadium during a victory parade celebrating IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with authorities unprepared for the large crowd, leading to a tragic loss of life.
During Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL title celebration, a stampede near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium resulted in 11 deaths and over 50 injuries, with BCCI acknowledging lapses in event planning and safety measures. The incident highlights the dangers of large crowds and the importance of proper security protocols during such celebrations.
Thirteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history by becoming the youngest player ever selected at the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction, with the Rajasthan Royals purchasing his rights for 11 million Indian rupees. Suryavanshi, who has already made a mark in domestic cricket and impressed at trials, is seen as a promising talent by the Royals. The auction also saw record-breaking fees for Indian stars Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer.
The IPL 2025 mega auction will take place on November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marking the second consecutive year the event is held overseas. A total of 1574 players have registered, with 204 slots available for the ten franchises to fill. Teams have a budget of INR 120 crore, with Punjab Kings having the largest remaining purse of INR 110.5 crore. The auction allows for up to six player retentions, with Right-to-Match options available. The event coincides with the India-Australia Test match in Perth.
India's squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 sends mixed signals, with notable omissions and selections based on IPL 2024 performances. Despite high expectations and past successes in other formats, India has not won an ICC title since 2013. Key players like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah are in top form, but concerns remain over the form of captain Rohit Sharma and deputy Hardik Pandya. The tournament, held in the US and West Indies, will see India facing intense scrutiny and competition, including a highly anticipated match against Pakistan.
Kolkata Knight Riders won their third IPL title by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets. KKR's bowlers, led by Mitchell Starc, dismantled SRH for the lowest total in an IPL final, 113. Venkatesh Iyer's quickfire 52 off 26 balls ensured KKR chased down the target with 57 balls to spare.
Former India opener Aakash Chopra criticized the record-breaking deals of Australian pacers Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins in the IPL 2024 auction, stating that it is unfair to Indian stars like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah. Chopra suggested implementing a cap on spending for foreign players to address the discrepancy and create parity in the IPL.
Mitchell Starc becomes the most expensive player in IPL auction history after being bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 24.75 crore, surpassing Pat Cummins' record bid of INR 20.50 crore made by Sunrisers Hyderabad earlier in the auction. Starc, who last played in the IPL in 2015, expressed his excitement and hopes to contribute to KKR's success. Other notable signings include Mitchell Marsh, Ravindra Jadeja, and uncapped Indian players Sameer Rizvi, Kumar Kushagra, and Shubham Dubey.
Mallika Sagar, a successful art auctioneer, is set to become the first female auctioneer at the Indian Premier League (IPL) when she takes the stage at the IPL 2024 auction. Sagar, who has been a pathbreaker in the global art auctioneering circuit, credits former IPL auctioneer Hugh Edmeades for introducing her to the Indian sports-auctioneering landscape. She has previously auctioned players for the Women's Premier League and the Pro Kabaddi League. Sagar emphasizes the importance of personality and skills in auctioneering, regardless of gender, and highlights the need for composure and adaptability during live auctions.
The Ashes, a century-old cricket rivalry between England and Australia, is set to begin its 73rd edition. However, Test cricket, the format played in the Ashes, is losing ground to faster and more lucrative Twenty20 cricket. The compressed schedule of the Ashes this year has caused concern among fans and commentators. The rise of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and other franchise leagues has shifted the balance of power from national boards to team owners, who want to tie star players to year-round contracts. This could have profound consequences for cricketers and for the future of Test cricket, including the Ashes.
Ramiz Raja, former PCB chairman, believes that IPL 2023 will be remembered for MS Dhoni's captaincy, humility, calmness, and keeping. He also mentioned the incident where Sunil Gavaskar asked Dhoni to sign his shirt. Raja labeled the 16th edition of the tournament as the greatest season ever, with big names benched and players from small nations making a big mark. The tournament will also be remembered for great shot making, great catching, and Gujarat Titans' bowling and leg spin bowling.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won their fifth Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a thrilling victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. Ambati Rayudu, who had announced his retirement two days earlier, played a crucial role in the win with a sensational assault on one of the tournament's best death bowlers. Ajinkya Rahane and Shivam Dube also played important innings, while Ravindra Jadeja delivered under immense pressure to become CSK's new 'Chinna Thala'. The victory was the perfect end to a season full of drama for CSK.
MS Dhoni, after winning his fifth IPL title as the Chennai Super Kings captain, has vowed to return for "at least" one more season for the fans, if his body allowed it. Dhoni said retiring after winning the title would be the "best time," but he wanted to "gift" his fans another season even if it was "tough" to work on his body for another nine months to play again. Ambati Rayudu, who announced his retirement before the final, played a decisive role in the game and was praised by Dhoni.
Chennai Super Kings won their fifth IPL title in a thrilling final against Gujarat Titans, played over three days due to rain interruptions. Titans set a target of 215, the highest in IPL final history, but CSK chased it down with Ravindra Jadeja hitting the winning runs off the last ball. Sai Sudharsan's 96 for Titans was the highlight of the match, while Jadeja's all-round performance earned him the player of the match award. MS Dhoni won the toss and used his left hand to flip the coin, and speculation continues about whether this was a new strategy.