Archer named in England squad for T20 World Cup
LONDON : England fast bowler Jofra Archer has been named in a 15-man provisional squad for the ICC T20 World Cup after recovering from a long-standing elbow injury.
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England Stars To Not Play In IPL Playoffs? ECB Provides Explosive Update
Pacer Jofra Archer will return to international cricket after a hiatus of 14 months after he was named in England's preliminary squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup here on Tuesday. Archer last played for England was in a T20I series against Bangladesh in March 2023. The 29-year-old was England's leading wicket-taker in that series with four scalps from three matches at an economy of 6.63. But since then Archer was forced to sit on the sidelines because of the recurrence of a stress fracture in his right elbow. "Jofra Archer has recovered from his right elbow injury and is named in the squad," said the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in its media release.
"Jewel For Indian Cricket": Ravi Shastri's Stamp For Rajasthan Royals Star
Rajasthan Royals cemented their spot at the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 points table, thanks to an unbeaten 121-run partnership between Sanju Samson and Dhruv Jurel against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. While skipper Samson led the charge, scoring a 33-ball 71 against Lucknow, Jurel proved why he is also a capable T20 batter, with a fine half-century. While Samson drew most plaudits, Jurel earned the tag of 'Jewel' by former India each coach Ravi Shastri.
Jonny Bairstow and Jos Buttler give England hope after brilliant IPL tons
England selectors and fans have a few more reasons to be upbeat about their title defence at the T20 World Cup in June after the misfiring Jonny Barstow gave a timely reminder of his big-hitting abilities by smashing an unbeaten century during a world record chase in the IPL.
LSG vs RR, IPL 2024: Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel Shine As Rajasthan Royals Beat Lucknow Super Giants By 7 Wickets
Sanju Samson scored five runs less than his opposite number KL Rahul but his unbeaten 71 off 33 balls had five times more impact compared to Rahul's relatively sedate 48-ball-76 as Rajasthan Royals took a giant leap towards IPL play-offs by comfortably beating Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets at Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. While Rahul still is favourite to become Rishabh Pant's understudy as the second glovesman at the T20 World Cup, Samson did hit four classy sixes, including the winning one in a chase of 197, to keep himself in the discussion for that US bound flight. Samson and Jurel came together after the Royals had stumbled from a brisk start to hand the advantage to the home side, putting on a robust stand of 121 runs in just 62 balls stand for the unconquered fourth wicket to take their side over the line.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2024: Predicted Playing XI Of Both Teams
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will host Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 44 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday. Led by captain KL Rahul, LSG will head into the game after beating Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a high-scoring clash in Chennai. With five wins and three losses, LSG are currently placed fourth in the IPL 2024 standings with 10 points. On the other hand, the Sanju Samson-led RR have been the most dominant team in the IPL 2024 so far.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2024: Match Preview, Fantasy Picks, Pitch And Weather Reports
Lucknow Super Giants will be up against the Rajasthan Royals in the match 44 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on April 27, 2024. The match will start at Sunday. Lucknow Super Giants have played eight matches in IPL 2024 and are currently ranked fourth on the points table, while Rajasthan Royals have also played eight games in the ongoing T20 tournament and will be looking to strengthen their hold at the top of the IPL 2024 standings.
LSG, RR Combine To Troll Avesh Khan After 'Finisher Act' In IPL 2024 Match vs KKR
Rajasthan Royals (RR) poked fun at pacer Avesh Khan for his batting in the IPL 2024 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday.Avesh didn't face a single ball and remained unbeaten on zero as Jos Buttler single-handedly won the game for RR. Chasing 224 for victory, Rajasthan looked in trouble at 121-6 in the 13th over at the Eden Gardens. However, Buttler hit an unbeaten 107 off just 60 balls to help RR achieve the target on the final ball. He scored all the runs during the unbeaten ninth wicket stand with Avesh, who was a mere spectator at the other end.