Summary of the Indian Premier League 2019
Another season of IPL concluded on a high note. 45 days of non-stop Cricket action kept everyone glued to their TV sets.
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| #IPL2019: As it happened |
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Another season of IPL concluded on a high note. 45 days of non-stop Cricket action kept everyone glued to their TV sets.
IPL and the young Indian sensation
Ever since the start of the IPL, there have been numerous youngsters who hit headlines through it. From International stars to the Indian domestic cricketers, the lucrative T20 leagues still might be a topic of long debate; yet the exposure to unknown cricketers has been a boon!
Here are the find-of-the-season amid domestic stars who shined in an IPL season:
1. Ravindra Jadeja (Rajasthan Royals), IPL 2008 :
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| Ravindra Jadeja |
Before the debutant IPL season, he acknowledged self as a part of victorious Indian U-19 cricket team - led by Virat Kohli in Malaysia, 2008 - followed by a dominated domestic season with 739 runs and 42 wickets in 2008-09.
He might be regarded as a lucky prone who has given weight-age ahead of another deservedly candidates, but the three triple centuries with his name in the domestic circuit surely does make him talent of a kind.
2. Manish Pandey (Royal Challengers Bangalore), IPL 2009 :
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| Manish Pandey |
Coming from the Under-19 world cup winning squad - Manish is an unknown entity to limelights until he bagged 'First Indian Centurion of the IPL' in Johannesburg, SA where he amassed brave 144 against the then champion Deccan Chargers.
A consistent top-order performer for the Karnataka Cricket team, he has been a reckoned name amid Ranji scorers. Nevertheless, vividly enchanted (yet) for his IPL heroics.
3. Saurabh Tiwary (Mumbai Indians), IPL 2010 :
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| Saurabh Tiwary |
Another addition from the U-19 WC team, Saurabh put his power packed hitting on front whilst playing for Mumbai Indians in IPL season 3. Top scorer after Sachin, he has 419 runs off 16 games with 18 sixes alongside his name speaks the volume of his talent.
A southpaw version of Dhoni, Saurabh has got natural ability to hit runs. Though, he is yet to make a mark beside his 2010 find-of-season.
4. Rahul Sharma (Pune Warriors India), IPL 2011 :
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| Rahul Sharma |
Back then in IPL 2011, he not only finished as the joint 7th highest wicket-taker but also stand ahead of the likes of Malinga, Vettori and Warne in terms of economy rate.
Soon after, his IPL stat brought national call for the limited overs; where he debuted 3/43 against the West Indies at Indore in December 2011: the same match when Sehwag hit 219.
5. Ajinkya Rahane (Rajasthan Royals), IPL 2012 :
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| Ajinkya Rahane |
A composed and determined lad from the cricket producing land - Mumbai, he has emerged as a potent batsman who scores beautifully. In IPL 2012, while playing for Rajasthan Royals, he remained leading run-getter for the side with 560 runs with an average of 40.
A regular feature in Mumbai domestic cricket team, Rahane has got sound temperament and good technique, which, in turn, has brought him to the international circuit lately.
6. Sanju Samson (Rajasthan Royals), IPL 2013 :
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| Sanju Samson |
Being the youngest cricketer to have secured an IPL contract, Sanju is basically from the state of Kerala.
A promising striker of the ball, who has played instrumental role for Royals this season - Samson' shot selection highly lauded by cricket pundits and cricketers around the corner of IPL. Thus far, he has accumulated 206 runs off 10 matches; where his 41-ball-63 vs RCB made everyone a fan of this teen sensation.
IPL 6: An analysis of opening combinations of teams
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| Mumbai Indians' practice session |
1. Mumbai Indians :
Even as they have journeyed from the famous Ponting vs. Tendulkar debates during India-Australia clashes to 'Pondulkar', the two batting maestros of cricket failed to create a similar magic for the Mumbai Indians. With only 109-runs between them, Ricky Ponting must either promote Rohit Sharma or Ambati Rayudu ahead of him.
2. Delhi Daredevils :
If the backbone fractured Delhi Daredevils were underwhelming with David Warner-Unmukt Chand as the openers, the the arrival of Virender Sehwag hasn't assuaged their concern. Though, skipper Mahela Jayawardene has been among runs, Delhi yet to find the perfect combination.
3. Royal Challengers Bangalore :
With Chris Gayle being their key player, RCB has tried Tilakaratne Dilshan, Mayank Agarwal and Lokesh Rahul in the opening slot and yet to figure out the best. An all-guns-blazing Bangalore have competitive players in them, but none to partner Gayle at top.
4. Sunrisers Hyderabad :
The newbie in the house, SunRisers comprises T20 specialist batsmen but lacks local talents. With four-overseas players rule, they need local talent to post a bug score on the board.
5. Kolkata Knight Riders :
The defending champions, KKR, could open with either Jacques Kallis or Eoin Morgan as opener since Bisla is consistently falling short with runs. With Gautam Gambhir doing well at top, Manoj Tiwary should be promoted to the No.3 slot. Nevertheless, they have been one of the most balanced sides of IPL.
6. Pune Warriors India :
Pune Warriors is one side which is replete with all-rounders. They should persist with Robin Uthappa-Aaron Finch as an opening pair. Middle-order batting is a cause to worry though as the too fragile to convert starts though problem lies in the shaky middle-order which is leaking wickets rather scoring runs.
7. Rajasthan Royals :
The Rahul Dravid-led Royals where the batting revolves around Shane Watson, Ajinkya Rahane and Rahul Dravid at no. 3 has been delivering consistently. Rahane has continued from where he left last year, amassing runs. Brad Hodge has been a reliable finisher for them.
8. Kings XI Punjab :
Kings XI has not been given good starts by Adam Gilchrist and Mandeep Singh. The middle order has been quite consistent but need the openers to fire to exert dominance on the opposition.
9. Chennai Super Kings :
They have always been slow-starters but have also been the most consistent side. With Vijay showing some form, Michael Hussey would be the best man to join him at the top. The middle-order’s over dependence on Dhoni is a worry though.
IPL 2012: credit to bowlers – slow chase of Mumbai Indians
If change in team composition can fancy your performance, then every team should follow that. But how can change in captainship refresh entire line-up, ask to Lehmann about it!
Decision to swap Sangakkara with White almost did the trick, except failed batting display. Anticipation of Chargers in fielding and bowling department is admirable. At one stage, it could be anyone’s game. However, low scoring games (tend to be) scripted with win of team batting second, and it ends in the similar way.
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| Despite his Man of the Match performance, it was a disappointing day for Dale Steyn and as a DC fan. |
Contest between Deccan Chargers and Mumbai Indians would never be that fascinating as it was today. Restricting Chargers on a sum of 100 runs, fielding unit should receive applauds. But when time came to finish off proceedings in a complete dominance, Mumbai suddenly scrambled. It was more of a bowling show instead of blistering batting persona. The reward of winning toss favored Harbhajan Singh and Mumbai got back the winning track at home.
Wankhede Stadium of Mumbai is ready to rock the show. For the sake of given formalities, captain’s of each side appeared for toss. Mumbai declared boss of toss and asked Chargers for a bat. Mumbai underwent with two changes Levi for Blizzard, Franklin for Pollard and Munaf for Rahul Shukla; whereas, a string of changes took place for Chargers but in overseas combination only.
Mumbai’s game plan was clear before the game – get a win and improve the standings. On the other hand, Chargers can’t do much with a win either.
Match begins, field is placed and then Bhajji came with the new ball. Chargers were not given room for runs. A boundary or a six in every over and surely, Bhajji was smiling. Frustration of slow scoring enhanced batsmen to look for hits and poor try of Parthiv caught by Munaf. Patel sent off Patel, bit frenzy.
Mumbai got the momentum or you can say Chargers missed steady start. Every 1.2 over brought celebration for Mumbai fans. Franklin and Malinga brought charms to Mumbai bowling. In 13th over, Franklin bagged two wickets and ruined Chargers’ middle-order. Where 19th over of Malinga has summed up Deccan’s tail.
Just when Chargers were supposed to click over 100+ score, Malinga swapped off their charge on two consecutive balls. Wicket, Wicket and Chargers ends at 100 All OUT.
Though, chasing a mere total of 100 runs at home conditions won’t be an issue for Mumbai Indians. But pace of Steyn is something that could answer at every scenario. Levi totally beat by pace and it’s a wicket. Now, Chargers got momentum to set game or a wake-up call for Mumbai to play safe.
Mumbai kept patience and moved slowly. Their start is slower than Chargers had. Eagerness to finish low scoring game is an obvious thing for every cricketer. And somewhere, Mumbai is facing the same thing. Adding colors to that, Chargers were brilliant in bowling – courtesy well supported fielding.
At a stage, when Mumbai was 20 run short to clinch a tight-chasing-win their 5th wicket fall in form of Franklin. There were still 3.5 overs match left. A wicket or two, and the match is swapped. But nothing happened like so. Giving credit to slog overs, Mumbai batsmen hit fearless shots and sealed the game.
A chase that seems easy to walk down; ended with dominating efforts of both sides.
Mumbai, without a thought, deserve this win for given contribution; but you can’t skip Chargers’ spirit as well. Somewhere, they could end on a winning note; but then to whom you will blame.
Summarised scores:
Mumbai Indians 101/5 ( Rohit Sharma 42, Dale Steyn 2/10 ) beat Deccan Chargers 100 all out ( Shikar Dhawan 29, Malinga 4/16 ) by 5 wickets.
Man Of The Match: Dale Steyn (Deccan Charges)
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