Vivo IPL 2021: 4 Players who will be axed from the team in IPL 2022 if they don?t play well in IPL 2021.



Vivo IPL 2021: The fourteenth season of the IPL is now scheduled to begin on 19th September after it was abruptly postponed by the BCCI due to the covid concern in India. The glamorous Indian T20 league has its structure and fixtures planned for this season?s remaining matches that will be staged in the UAE.?



Already Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have started their training in the UAE after completing mandatory seven days quarantine in the country. A few franchises have recently moved to the UAE and a few are at final days of isolations.



The remainder of the IPL 2021 will be important for the franchises and the players as there is a mega auction lined up for 2022 with the addition of the two new franchises.



The players will look to showcase their mettle in the remaining 31 matches for the consideration of retention in IPL 2022. The players will be retained by a franchise owing to the performances showcased by the player in the recently held season.



Although already established players will have a smooth ride in the IPL 2022 auctions, the fringe players will be the ones who need to step up and show their real prowess in the IPL 2021 phase 2.



The article will take you through the top 4 players who will be axed from the team in IPL 2022 if they don?t play well in IPL 2021.



<h2>4 Players who will be axed from the team in IPL 2022 if they don?t play well in IPL 2021:</h2>



<h3>Manish Pandey (SRH):</h3>



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The Karnataka right-handed batsman Manish Pandey has not quite found his timing with the bat. The cricketer has been under the scanner for his below-average performances in the IPL. He was signed up for a whopping 10 crores in the IPL 2018 by SRH, however, the cricketer has failed miserably to justify his price tag.



A lot of criticism has surrounded him for his poor strike rate in the IPL matches for SRH and due to which he has lost his place in the playing11. Pandey was dropped off from the playing11 due to his inability to strike the ball in slog overs.



The remaining few matches in IPL 2021 will be very crucial for him to at least put up a strong statement against franchises.



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<h3>Eoin Morgan (KKR):</h3>



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The English limited-overs skipper Eoin Morgan has found it tricky to be successful in the Indian T20 league. The southpaw hasn?t managed to prove his worth in the IPL as of now and is constantly failing to take his team on the winning side.



Bagged for INR 5.25 Crores in the IPL 2021, Morgan had a miserable outing in the first seven matches of the IPL 2021. In the recent outing, he has been able to add just 92 runs at an average of 15.33.



Moreover, the cricketer doesn?t possess any flexing record in the IPL. The southpaw has an average of a mere 24.36 in the IPL in 73 matches.&nbsp;



It could be the final chance for the English and KKR skipper to prove his mettle by producing some above sensational stuff in the remaining 31 matches in the UAE.



<h3>Shreyas Gopal (RR):</h3>



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Rajasthan Royals (RR) lead spinner Shreyas Gopal will also be in the fray to have some impact performances in the remainder of the IPL 2021 and showcase his mettle once again.



Gopal has been Rajasthan?s one of the best spinners and has always delivered in the slow surfaces. He has often got better of the batsman whenever he played on slow pitches, however, his impact gets reduced in seaming tracks.



The upcoming matches of the IPL 2021 will be held in the UAE surfaces, which predominantly aids spin bowling. Gopal will look forward to delivering a few clinical performances in the matches to throw his name for the next season?s retention for the Royals.



He has been a good find for the Royals and has taken 48 wickets in 47 matches.&nbsp;



<h3>Dinesh Karthik (KKR):</h3>



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The dashing Indian wicketkeeper-batsman is also one of the key players who is probable to lose his place in the team after the IPL 2021. Dinesh Karthik has been associated with the Shahrukh Khan owned Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a long time now and has been one of the most influential cricketers.



However, the clock started to tick in the wrong direction for the cricketer in the IPL 2021. Karthik has managed to amass 127 runs in seven matches of IPL 2021 at a strike rate of 138.20 which is an alarming sign.



The franchise didn?t have a good run in the first seven games where they only managed to win two matches out of seven. KKR will undergo a complete overhaul ahead of IPL 2022 mega auction and Dinesh Karthik might be axed from the team.



A few consistent performances from the cricketer may help him to improve his case in front of the franchise.



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Vivo IPL 2021: 4 Players who will be axed from the team in IPL 2022 if they don?t play well in IPL 2021

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3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) will target from their previous squad in IPL 2022 Mega Auction: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 is going to take a major shift as the teams will be revamped ahead of the tournament. The mega auction will be held by the BCCI to provide a fair playing ground for the two new teams as well as for the teams that were looking for a complete revamp of the squad.



As per the latest development, the IPL 2022 Mega Auction is going to be a two-day affair that will be held on 12 and 13th February in Bangalore.&nbsp;



Ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction, the existing franchises were allowed to retain four of their premium players for the coming season. As many as 27 players were retained collectively by the eight IPL franchises. Mumbai Indians (MI) retained the likes of Rohit Sharma, daunting pacer Jasprit Bumrah, flamboyant batsman Suryakumar Yadav and Kieron Pollard as their sole overseas option.



The five times IPL champions, Mumbai Indians had several options to pick their top four retentions. There was a tie between Suryakumar Yadav and young Ishan Kishan.&nbsp;



The Jharkhand wicketkeeper-batsman, Ishan Kishan, was later released from the squad, even though the franchise wanted to keep him. Moreover, the duo of Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya were also released by the franchise.



So there are a lot of players, Mumbai Indians (MI) would love to have in their new squad which are from their IPL 2021 list. In this article, we will be taking you through the top 3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) will target from their previous squad in IPL 2022 Mega Auction.



<h2>3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) will target from their previous squad in IPL 2022 Mega Auction:</h2>



<h3>Ishan Kishan:</h3>



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The choice between Suryakumar Yadav and Ishan Kishan was a tough one for the Mumbai Indians (MI). Though the franchise went ahead with Suryakumar Yadav, they definitely will be targeting Ishan Kishan in the coming mega auction.



Ishan is known for his aggressive batting at the opening position. He has been a key figure for Mumbai Indians over the last few years. The wicketkeeper-batsman has scored over 1100 runs since 2018 for MI.



Moreover, Ishan was quite amazing as the partner of Rohit Sharma at the opening position. His heroics against SRH, scoring blistering 84 from mere 32 deliveries still give goosebumps.



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<h3>Trent Boult:</h3>



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New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has been a performing asset for the men in blue and gold. Boult was traded to Mumbai Indians (MI) during IPL 2019 by Delhi Capitals (DC) in an all-cash deal.



Mumbai?s IPL 2019 and IPL 2020 success largely goes to its bowling unit. Though it was a collective effort of the team, the bowlers accomplished in every possible situation to pave the winning way for the team.



Boult was stupendous in the IPL 2020 in the UAE. he was the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament and second-highest for Mumbai Indians after Jasprit Bumrah. The speedster scalped as many as 25 wickets in 15 matches, most of which came in the powerplays.



The pair of Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult worked in tandem to produce breakthroughs in every possible situation. The franchise would love to reform that pair once again in the IPL 2022.



<h3>Rahul Chahar:</h3>



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Mumbai Indians (MI) has been a team of fast bowlers and batsmen. The franchise has struggled to a larger extent when it comes to the spin department, however, the issue seemed to be decoded after the entry of young Rahul Chahar into the squad.



Rahul Chahar has provided valuable assistance to the team in the middle overs and many a time during the powerplays as well. The wrist-spinner uprooted 15 wickets in the IPL 2020 and 13 wickets in the recently concluded cash-rich league.



The Mumbai based IPL franchise will surely keep Rahul Chahar on their auction radar, however, the franchise might aim at a couple of other spinners as well.



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IPL 2022: 3 Players Mumbai Indians (MI) will target from their previous squad in IPL 2022 Mega Auction

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Spinners always have had an integral part in the shortest format of the game. The IPL Auction is nearing by the minute and several spinners will be under the hammer. Off spinners, as well as leg spinners, will be on the cards of all the teams. The two new teams have announced their draft picks and Ravi Bishnoi and Rashid Khan, two top choices are no longer available. However, Chahal, Chahar, Ash are still up for grabs. So, which spin-wizard makes it to the list of top 10 spinners, here?s a look:&nbsp;



<h2>10) Mujeeb-Ur-Rahman is one of Top 10 Spinners: &nbsp;</h2>



The Afghani trio of Mujeeb, Nabi, and Rashid are too good. The Afghanistan team relies on Mujeeb and his skill. Mujeeb-Ur-Rahman is one of the top 10 spinners in the world currently. Mujeeb also has a quick-arm action similar to that of Rashid Khan. He hence becomes very difficult to pick. Mujeeb has mastered the carrom ball as well. &nbsp;



<h2>9) Jayant Yadav:&nbsp;</h2>



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Jayant Yadav has burst on the scene once again after making a comeback to the Indian national team. Yadav is certainly one of the top 10 spinners in India. He bowls good lines and lengths. Yadav takes the ball away from the left-hander, making him a deadly option for lefties. For the past two years, Jayant has been playing for the Mumbai Indians. Yadav can also bat lower down the order and this improves his portfolio. In the game against New Zealand at Wankhede, Jayant showed he still has what it takes to be at the top!&nbsp;



<h2>8) Tabraiz Shamsi is one of Top 10 Spinners:&nbsp;</h2>



?Shammo?, the magician from South Africa is one of the top 10 spinners. Tabraiz Shamsi also holds a position in the list of ICC for T20I bowlers. He can beat the batsman in the air. He takes the ball away from the left-hander. Leg spinners are currently ruling the shortest format and Shamsi is one of the crops. Shammo has played in every major league in the world and this adds experience to his bag. &nbsp;



<h2>7) Krunal Pandya:&nbsp;</h2>



The Senior of the Pandya Brothers is going to be a hot pick in the IPL 2022 Mega Auction. Krunal hasn?t performed exceptionally well in the IPL recently but he is booming on the domestic circuit. Krunal had also taken leadership roles for Baroda at the domestic level. Pandya is a good middle-order batting option as well. His fielding is also a talking point. All of this makes Krunal a good choice for any T20 Team across the globe. Add to it the experience of playing in the IPL for over 5 years!&nbsp;



<h2>6) Wanindu Hasaranga:&nbsp;</h2>



Hasaranga was exquisite in India?s tour of Sri Lanka in 2021. Although a secondary India team was picked, Hasaranga?s bowling was too good. The deliveries bowled by him fall in the right areas. Wanindu beats the batsmen in the air and his ball dips too. He has used pace variation effectively to get an upper hand. &nbsp;



<h2>5) Adil Rashid:&nbsp;</h2>



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Adil Rashid, the English Spin-Wizard will bag a contract this season! Rashid has been on the top of his game since 2018. He too like all the others beats the batsmen through the air and uses pace variation. He has a well-disguised googly too. Rashid bowls 30% googlies which makes it a good number. Rashid always keeps a doubt in the mind of the batsmen. &nbsp;



<h2>4) Adam Zampa is one of Top 10 Spinners:&nbsp;</h2>



Jumping from one leg spinner to another, we come to Adam Zampa. Zampa is certainly one of the top 10 spinners in the world currently. Adam was an integral part of the squad that won the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 in UAE for Australia. A few of his spells were magical. Adam has played for the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rising Pune SuperGiants before. The Chinnaswamy Stadium or the Wankhede Stadium is an ideal place for him to bowl as the pitch has bounced on offer.&nbsp;



<h2>3) Rahul Chahar:&nbsp;</h2>



Our very own Indian spinners need to be on top. Out of 11 players, 7 are Indian so, good Indian spinners are essential. Rahul Chahar is a good leg spinner; in fact, he is one of the top 10 leg spinners in the world. Chahar was a part of the Indian Team chosen for the ICC T20 World Cup in UAE last year. He did not have a good outing but his abilities are not in question. He is a daring bowler who goes for wickets. Chahar at times leaks runs but gets the job done.&nbsp;



<h2>2) Ravichandran Ashwin is one of Top 10 Spinners:&nbsp;</h2>



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An experienced Indian spinner is a rare commodity in this IPL 2022 Mega Auction. Ravichandran Ashwin is one of the top choices for the teams in the auction. Ashwin has a truckload of wickets at the international level. He spins a web around left-handers. He makes effective use of the carrom ball which turns in towards the lefty. Ashwin is going to be one of the top 10 spinners of all time!&nbsp;



<h2>1) Yuzvendra Chahal:&nbsp;</h2>



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The most successful Indian bowler at the international level is going to make a lot of money in the IPL 2022 Mega Auction. Yuzi Chahal, the former chess player is going to take the bucks very high. Yuzvendra has a knack for picking wickets. One can never forget his spell against England back in 2016! Chahal had humble beginnings while playing for Mumbai Indians before moving to RCB. The poster boy of RCB will now be looking for a spin-friendly wicket. SMS Stadium in Jaipur can be one such ideal choice or even Chennai!&nbsp;

Top 10 Spinners in IPL 2022 Mega Auction.

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The Mega auction for the much anticipated IPL 2022 is knocking at our doors. After stipulations of it being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the auction is finally set to take place in Bengaluru on 12th and 13th February as was initially planned.&nbsp;



The teams will be provided with the entire list of players that are set to take part in IPL 2022?s Mega auction so that they can strategize their bids accordingly.&nbsp;



All the teams will rebuild their teams almost entirely in the Mega auction as according to the rules of IPL 2022, the 8 core teams have had to let go of their full squads from last season with the exception of their 4 maximum retained players (some teams retained two players only). The new teams, on the other hand, have drafted 3 players each.&nbsp;



A big bulk of the Team formations are yet to be done which makes the upcoming Mega auctions so important and also interesting for the fans as well as for the respective teams.&nbsp;



Let us now take a look at the updated squad and the probable strategies for Mega Auctions for each IPL team.&nbsp;



<h1>1. Chennai Super Kings</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Ravindra Jadeja</li><li>Mahendra Singh Dhoni&nbsp;</li><li>Moeen Ali</li><li>Ruturaj Gaikwad</li></ul>



CSK's Strategy for Mega Auction



With the retention that CSK have made, they are already sorted in the opening, finishing and wicket keeping departments and they will thus have to look for bowlers and middle order batters mainly. Their former man Faf du Plessis is a choice that they might look up to. In that case he shall open alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad and Moeen Ali will come in at number 3. The other options CSK can consider are Ishan Kishan (for his batting skills), Devdutt Padikkal and their former man Ambati Rayudu.&nbsp;



Among the bowlers, CSK will probably go all out for their former man Shardul Thakur as he has had a brilliant run with the national team and Deepak Chahar who was Mahendra Singh Dhoni?s go to death overs bowler. To sum it up, Chennai Super Kings will probably target their old set of players as that is what they are known for doing.&nbsp;



<h1>2. Mumbai Indians</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Rohit Sharma</li><li>Jasprit Bumrah</li><li>Suryakumar Yadav</li><li>Kieron Pollard</li></ul>



MI's Strategy for Mega Auction



Mumbai Indians have lost some of their biggest stars ahead of IPL 2022 as they could retain only 4 players. Hardik Pandya has already been drafted by the Ahmedabad franchise and thus in no way is he returning to Mumbai. Fortunately the players like Trent Boult, Ishan Kishan and Rahul Chahar will be available in the Mega auction and Mumbai Indians will look to buy them back.&nbsp;



Mohammad Shami, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kagiso Rabada are some good replacement options for Trent Boult whereas Yuzvendra Chahal or Ravichandran Ashwin can prove to be a perfect replacement for Rahul Chahar if Mumbai are unable to land these two players.&nbsp;



Apart from them, KS Bharat might be a good buy for them as they are also in need of a good Wicket keeper after Quinton de Kock?s departure. Tamil Nadu player Shahrukh Khan can be a good replacement for Hardik Pandya to assume the role of the finisher.&nbsp;



<h1>3. Punjab Kings</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Mayank Agarwal</li><li>Arshdeep Singh</li></ul>



PBKS' Strategy for Mega Auction



Punjab Kings will be in search of a captain in the inability of which they will have to make Mayank Agarwal their new skipper. David Warner and Shreyas Iyer are two options that all the captain-less teams will be looking forward to and Punjab Kings are no exception.&nbsp;



Punjab has the biggest purse among all the IPL teams but they also have the most number of players to buy. They will probably fill in their spots with some of the star players and then compliment them with a bunch of youngsters as has been the general strategy of Punjab Kings over the years.&nbsp;



<h1>4. Royal Challengers Bangalore</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Virat Kohli</li><li>Glen Maxwell</li><li>Mohammad Siraj</li></ul>



RCB's Strategy for Mega Auction



David Warner and Shreyas Iyer have already been linked to RCB and they will reportedly go all out to attain at least one of these two players to fill in their captaincy spots.&nbsp;



Devdutt Padikkal and Yuzvendra Chahal are two ex players that they will look to get back in the Auction but Rahul Chahar can also be a good replacement for Chahal. On the other hand India U19 star Harnoor Singh can be brought in as a surprise element to replace Devdutt Padikkal.&nbsp;



Among the bowlers, Trent Boult will definitely be a player that RCB will be ready to acquire. RCB have always struggled because of their poor bowling setup and this is their chance to correct that flaw.&nbsp;



<h1>5. Rajasthan Royals</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Sanju Samson</li><li>Jos Buttler</li><li>Yashasvi Jaiswal</li></ul>



RR's Strategy for Mega Auction



After the retention, Rajasthan Royals have nothing to worry about in their top order. They will therefore go after all rounders, finishers and bowlers in the Mega Auction. Star bowlers like Kagiso Rabada, Trent Boult, Kyle Jamieson and Lockie Ferguson will be under their radar.&nbsp;



On the other hand, all rounders like Krunal Pandya, Mitchell Marsh, Mohammad Nabi and Shakib Al Hasan will also be targeted by Rajasthan Royals.&nbsp;



They will also look to get back some of their fast bowlers like Mustafizur Rahman, Chetan Sakariya and Karthik Tyagi.



<h1>6. Sunrisers Hyderabad</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Kane Williamson</li><li>Abdul Samad</li><li>Umran Malik</li></ul>



SRH's Strategy for Mega Auction



Sunrisers Hyderabad had one of their worst campaigns ever in IPL 2021. They will thus try to redeem themselves in the Mega Auction of IPL 2022. Hyderabad have retained one batsman, one all rounder and one fast bowler and thus have almost their entire squad to be built in the Mega auction.&nbsp;



Ravichandran Ashwin, Shikhar Dhawan, Jonny Bairstow, Shakib Al Hasan and Ishan Kishan are some players that Sunrisers Hyderabad can go for.&nbsp;



SRH have always had the best fast bowling unit in all of IPL and they will look to regain that reputation after the Mega auction.&nbsp;



<h1>7. Delhi Capitals</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Rishabh Pant</li><li>Axar Patel</li><li>Prithvi Shaw</li><li>Anrich Nortje</li></ul>



DC's Strategy for Mega Auction



Delhi Capitals have probably had the best retention. With one player from each department already sorted, Delhi will now look to strengthen them one by one.&nbsp;



Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin and Shikhar Dhawan are the three ex-players that DC will want to get back but apart from that they are likely to buy fill in their ranks with ne recruits.&nbsp;



<h1>8. Kolkata Knight Riders</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Andre Russell</li><li>Varun Chakravarthy</li><li>Venkatesh Iyer</li><li>Sunil Narine</li></ul>



KKR's Strategy for Mega Auction



In the recent past, KKR have preferred buying young Indian players and they will probably do that this time too. The Under 19 World Cup is currently being played and the KKR management will have an eye on it. Indian youngsters like Harnoor Sing, Yash Dhull, Sheikh Rasheed, etc will definitely be under the radar of Kolkata Knight Riders.&nbsp;



But apart from that KKR also need a good captain. According to reports they have all eyes set to buy Shreyas Iyer in the Mega auction to hand over the captaincy to him.&nbsp;



KKR will also have to find some good pacers, preferably Indian as they already have two overseas starters in Andre Russell and Sunil Narine.&nbsp;



<h1>9. Lucknow Franchise</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>KL Rahul</li><li>Marcus Stoinis</li><li>Ravi Bishnoi</li></ul>



Lucknow's Strategy for Mega Auction



Lucknow Franchise has had three decent draft picks which they will want to add to in the IPL Auction. Being a new franchise, Lucknow are but a blank slate and their strategy will be hard to predict. But given their current squad it can be predicted that Lucknow will go all out for some top notch batters and some pace bowlers.&nbsp;



<h1>10. Ahmedabad Franchise</h1>



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Updated Squad List&nbsp;



<ul><li>Hardik Pandya</li><li>Rashid Khan</li><li>Shubman Gill</li></ul>



Ahmedabad's Strategy for Mega Auction



Like Lucknow, Ahmedabad are also a new side and their strategy will be hard to predict. However they have already had some star studded draft picks namely Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan and Shubman Gill - three players that are the bests in their respective departments.&nbsp;



They now need a bunch of pacers and some batsmen and if they are able to do so, Ahmedabad might have the best squad in IPL 2022.&nbsp;



Also Read:- <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/top-10-all-rounders-in-ipl-2022-mega-auction/">Top 10 All-Rounders in IPL 2022 Mega Auction.</a>

TATA IPL 2022: Updated Squad list for all 10 Teams and Strategy for Mega Auctions

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With Ben Stokes pulling out of the lucrative IPL Mega Auction, one of the top all-rounders won?t be available. But the teams will certainly be looking to fill in the voids. All-Rounders play a vital role in the T20 game. The current scenario of world cricket has a few good all-rounders but the deterioration is evident. An all-rounder gives much-needed stability to the IPL teams. So, who are the top 10 all-rounders in IPL 2022 Mega Auction? Who are the ones who will bring the balance in the teams? Here?s a look:?



<h2>10) Dwayne Bravo is one of top 10 all-rounders:?</h2>



DJ Bravo the West Indian charmer is a good pick as an all-rounder. What Bravo brings to the table is experience. Bravo happens to be the third most capped player in the T20s after Pollard and Gayle. Although Bravo is aging he is aging like fine wine. His cutters and slower ones are very well disguised. Bravo has an economy of 8.5 in the death overs which makes him a perfect choice. Bravo?s batting is not in its prime but when required, the Trinidadian can come to the party.?



<h2>9) Jason Holder:?</h2>



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Jason Holder, the former captain of the West Indies white-ball team, is highly rated by ICC. Jason doesn?t have the pinch-hitting game but he certainly has the game to move the ball around. He is a good pick to bat at number 6 or 7. If you pick Holder, who happens to be one of the top 10 all-rounders, he gives you a full quota of 4 overs. He has an economy of 8.2. &nbsp;



<h2>8) Shakib Al Hasan:&nbsp;</h2>



Shakib has been the top all-rounder in world cricket since the 2010s. It takes a lot of hard work and diligence to stay at the top for so long. Shakib brings with him a truckload of experience. He has been playing freelance cricket for quite some time now. Hasan bowls his overs quickly so he can be used to maintain the over rate as well. He has a lot to offer with the bat. If required, Shakib can bat number 3 as well because he has done the same for the Bangladesh National team. ?



<h2>7) Sam Curran:&nbsp;</h2>



Sam Curran and his innings against India in the last ODI at Ahmedabad can prove his batting skills. Curran is a left-hander and produces the feared angle to the right-handers. He consistently bowls at 135-140 kmph. Curran has his set of variations as well. He has a well-disguised slower ball. Chennai Super Kings made effective use of Sam. If required Sam can open the innings for pinch-hitting in the powerplay overs.?



<h2>6) Vijay Shankar is one of top 10 all-rounders :?</h2>



Vijay Shankar was expected to replace Hardik Pandya. But due to injuries, his career at the top level was cut short. But Vijay has made a comeback and has taken leadership duties for Tamil Nadu at the domestic level. Shankar is an Indian and an Indian pace-bowling all-rounder is an exclusive commodity. Shankar can effectively bat at number 4 or number 5 and hold the innings together. Vijay Shankar is certainly one of the top 10 all-rounders on the list.



<h2>5)?Shivam Dube is one of top 10 all-rounders :?</h2>



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Similar to Vijay Shankar, Shivam Dube is a good choice. Dube looks to be a more talented and gifted batsman. Shivam is a left-hander and this gives him an added advantage. One can never forget his 5 sixes in one over in the final of the Mumbai T20 league. Dube bowls at a medium pace of 130-135 and has a set of variations. His knuckleball and off-cutter are most used. Dube is again, an Indian and hence the franchises will prefer him over any other overseas pick. ?



<h2>4)?Mohammad Nabi:?</h2>



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Mohammad Nabi, the Afghani spin-wizard has been playing since the time of Aakash Chopra! This definitely gives a reference to the amount of experience that he brings with him. Nabi can bowl a few good overs in the powerplay. Nabi uses pace-variation as a spinner. He can be used as a pinch-hitter as he has a strike rate of over 170 in the last 5 overs. ?Nabi is one of the top 10 all-rounders in world cricket.



<h2>3) Krunal Pandya:&nbsp;</h2>



Krunal Pandya, the left-arm spinner from Baroda, is one of the top 10 all-rounders in the auction pool. Pandya has a lot of experience playing at the domestic level. The Pandya brothers were scouted by the Mumbai Indians management, John Wright to be precise. Pandya has been playing in the IPL for 5 years and has played at almost every ground. Pandya bowls several variations and his yorker is dreaded.?



<h2>2) Chris Woakes:&nbsp;</h2>



Chris Woakes and his stats are similar to Ben Stokes. It is just that Stokes has stepped up whenever the opportunity has come and Woakes? performances are unrecognized. Chris Woakes can swing the ball in the powerplay overs. A pitch like the Ahmedabad one or the Dharmshala one can favor him as a bowler. His batting abilities are good too. Gautam Gambhir rates Chris Woakes very highly.?



Honorable Mentions:



<ol><li>Wanindu Hasaranga</li><li>Harshal Patel</li><li>Rishi Dhawan</li></ol>



<h2>1) Mitchell Marsh:?</h2>



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Mitchell Marsh, the Man of the Match of the Final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 is a good choice as an all-rounder. Marsh hasn?t had long runs in the IPL due to injuries. He has previously represented the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Marsh has improved his game significantly in the past 2 years. Marsh plays for the Perth Scorchers in the BBL and has been consistent with the bat. His batting overshadows his bowling but he can give a few handy overs. He bowls well over 130 kmph and has good variations. ?

Top 10 All-Rounders in IPL 2022 Mega Auction.

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It is no surprise that India is the biggest cricketing nation in the world. BCCI has the biggest annual expenditure for Cricket and Indian players also receive the highest salaries. In fact, it is estimated that the Indian Premier League (which is organized by BCCI every year) will overtake USA?s NBA and even Europe?s UEFA Champions League in terms of revenue generated in years to come.&nbsp;



The simple reason for this is that the number of cricket fans in India is unsurprisingly huge. Cricketers are placed at the same position as Bollywood stars in our nation and players like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni are worshiped by the masses. It is thus understandable that children from every nook and corner of the nation aspire to become a cricketer one day. The youth setup of the Indian cricket fraternity is therefore very strong.&nbsp;



India have been the powerhouses of the U-19 age group for this very reason and many of the nation's stars have been discovered from India?s U-19 team itself. Virat Kohli, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shardul_Thakur">Shardul Thakur</a>, Ravindra Jadeja were all once part of India?s U-19 teams and they were later called up by the senior team.&nbsp;



<h2>How IPL promotes India U-19 talents</h2>



The introduction of the Indian Premier League revolutionised Indian cricket forever, especially for the Youth. More and more young Indian players started to take part in the Auctions and they were bought by IPL franchises for staggering prices, changing their lives forever. Indian U19 players are also included in that list of youngsters. Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, Shubman Gill, Prithvi Shaw, Sarfaraz Khan, etc were all scouted by Indian franchises after their brilliant performances in the U19 World Cup.&nbsp;



The U19 World is being held this year as well in West Indies (U19 World Cup 2022) and India have a very promising side once again and have all that it takes to lift the trophy.&nbsp;



The IPL franchises will be definitely looking forward to the performances of the Indian players in the ongoing tournament and some of them can be sold for pretty high prices.&nbsp;



<h2>Let us have a look at 5 players who can be sold for big bucks in IPL 2022?s Mega auction.&nbsp;</h2>



1. Harnoor Singh - Harnoor Singh is one of the most promising talents from this year?s India U-19 side. He is the key batsman of the side and has produced some brilliant knocks in the recently played friendlies and in the U19 World Cup as well. In India?s second match of the 2022 U19 World Cup, he was their highest run scorer. He scored 88 runs off 101 deliveries.&nbsp;However, he made only 1 runs against South Africa but then again every batsman has good and bad days. 



Harnoor prefers to play as an opener and will be a desirable addition to any IPL team. He is probably the best young batsman out there that the IPL teams can bid for.&nbsp;



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2. Angkrish Raghuvanshi - Angkrish Raghuvanshi is Harnoor?s opening partner and a very dependable batsman indeed. Although he does not have the attacking fervor that Harnoor possesses, he can very well be bought as a Shubman Gill?esque player as his playing style matches very much to the Ahmedabad franchise batsman.&nbsp;



Raghuvanshi scored 79 in the second match against Ireland and impressed netizens with his batting skills but failed to deliver in the first match against South Africa. His 88 off 119 knock against Bangladesh in the Triangular series and his unbeaten 56 runs against Sri Lanka in the U-19 Asia cup are perhaps his best performances for the national team till date. He can also bowl as a slow left arm orthodox bowler.&nbsp;



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3. Raj Bawa - Raj Bawa is an allrounder and probably best suited for the IPL format. He can bowl 3-4 overs at ease and is a good batsman as well/ He scored 42 off 64 against Ireland and picked up 4 big wickets against South Africa. He can also play as a pinch hitter if the situation demands so.&nbsp;



He is a left arm batsman and also a left arm medium fast bowler. His performances against South Africa, Pakistan (25 and 4/56) and Afghanistan (43* and 1/66) were probably his bests in the recent past. Sunrisers Hyderabad and KKR who have a knack for young players are highly likely to bid for Raj Bawa. His future performances in the upcoming matches will decided his fate. 



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4. Yash Dhull - Yash Vijay Dhull is the captain of the India U-19 and is suited for all the formats. He is equally good as Harnoor Singh and has enormous potential. Unfortunately he tested positive for COVID-19 right before their first match of the World Cup against Ireland and thus missed the match.



His knocks against South Africa (82 off 100), Australia (50* off 47) and West Indies (52 off 67) show just how good he is and he will definitely attract a number of suitors in IPL 2022?s mega auction. Moreover, India?s U19 captains have always been sold for big bucks in the last few seasons of IPL.&nbsp;



Teams like Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings who are in search of a middle order batsman can compete for Yash Dhull. CSK already have a young Ruturaj Gaikwad and if they acquire Yash Dhull too, they will very much be securing their future. 



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5. Vicky Ostwal - Vicky Kanhaiya Ostwal is the best bowler in the current India U19 squad. He is simply too good which can be very well understood by his fabulous spell of 5/28 against South Africa. He has averaged 2.5 wickets in his last 6 matches and is on a run. He might very well become the highest wicket taker of the 2022 U19 World Cup and that would be a great addition to his already brilliant resume.



He is a slow left arm orthodox bowler and can be used as a mystery spinner as well.&nbsp;In the recent past, players like Mayank Markande, Rahul Chahar, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, etc have made their name as mystery spinners and 19 year olf Vicky Ostwal can be the same this year. 



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Also Read:- <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-updated-squad-list-for-all-10-teams-and-strategy-for-mega-auctions/">TATA IPL 2022: Updated Squad list for all 10 Teams and Strategy for Mega Auctions</a>

TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 Player from India U-19 team who can earn Big Bucks in the Mega Auction

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Every cricket fan is eagerly awaiting the much anticipated Mega Auction of IPL 2022 which is set to take place on 12th and 13th of February in Bangalore. This year?s auction will be like never before as the ten franchises will be building their teams almost from scratch.&nbsp;



The addition of two new teams in IPL 2022 called for a mega auction and it brought forward many changes in rules. BCCI announced that each of the 8 core teams will be provided with a maximum of 4 retention from their last year?s squad. The two new teams shall then draft three players each into their squads from the left over players and the remaining players shall head on to the Auctions.&nbsp;



The Retention and drafting process has already been completed and although a majority of the team building will be done in the Mega Auction, some of the teams already look pretty strong even before the auction, courtesy of their smart Retentions/Draft picks.&nbsp;



In this article we take a look at four such IPL franchises who have a very strong team even before the Mega Auction.&nbsp;



<h2>1. Chennai Super Kings&nbsp;</h2>



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There was no doubt that the defending champions had to be in the list. CSK, having lifted the IPL trophy in the 2021 season, had undoubtedly the best squad in the tournament and thus they retained their four best players, who are arguably also the four very best players in the entire league in their respective departments.&nbsp;



CSK?s retentions - Ravindra Jadeja (16 crore), MS Dhoni (12 crore), <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moeen_Ali">Moeen Ali</a> (8 crore), Ruturaj Gaikwad (6 crore)



We can see that CSK have one player from every department and their batting lineup already looks pretty strong with the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Moeen Ali and MS Dhoni.&nbsp;



<h2>2. Delhi Capitals&nbsp;</h2>



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Delhi Capitals have probably had one of the smartest retention among all the eight teams. Delhi had a very strong squad in the 2021 IPL which they had built bit by bit over a long period. Giving away so many good players at a go would have been very hard for them but they made the best out of it and made sure to retain their best performers.&nbsp;



DC?s retentions - Rishabh Pant (16 crore), Axar Patel (9 crore, 12 crore to be deducted from purse), Prithvi Shaw (7.5 crore, 8 crore deducted from purse), Anrich Nortje (6.5 crore)



Let us discuss these players one by one briefly. Rishabh Pant, as we know, is one of India?s best shortest innings batters as of date and he is also DC?s captain. Axar Patel and Prithvi Shaw were in great forms last season and Anrich Nortje has consistently been one of the best pacers in the Indian Premier League over the past few seasons. These four players make DC look very strong already.&nbsp;



<h2>3. Mumbai Indians&nbsp;</h2>



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The 5 times IPL champions might have underperformed in IPL 2021 but they know how to get back up from failures and they shall look to do exactly that in the upcoming season. They will surely look to sign some star players in the Mega Auction but the four players that they have retained are terrific as well.&nbsp;



MI?s Retentions - Rohit Sharma (16 crore), Jasprit Bumrah (12 crore), Suryakumar Yadav(8 crore), Kieron Pollard (6 crore)



It need not be mentioned that the above given players are already tested in IPL and are among the top players in the league. Mumbai will look to build a strong team around these 4 core players.&nbsp;



<h2>4. Ahmedabad franchise </h2>



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Ahmedabad are the newest addition to the Indian Premier League but the other teams better not take them lightly for this reason. The CVC capitals owned franchise has made some unbelievable draft picks ahead of the Mega Auction which already makes them one of the favorites this season.&nbsp;



Ahmedabad?s Draft Picks - Hardik Pandya (15 crore), Rashid Khan (15 crore), Shubman Gill (8 crore)



They have chosen Hardik Pandya as the captain of the team and have also included Rashid Khan, who is arguably the greatest T20 spinner of our generation and Shubman Gill who is the most promising youngster of India.&nbsp;



Also Read:- <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-5-player-from-india-u-19-team-who-can-earn-big-bucks-in-the-mega-auction/">Top 5 Player from India U-19 team who can earn Big Bucks in the Mega Auction</a>

TATA IPL 2022: These Four Teams are strong even before Mega Auction - Check Why !

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The IPL Auction and the buzz around it have had all of us on the edge of our seats. Recently Mitchell Starc showed interest in putting his name in the IPL 2022 Mega Auction after 6 long years. Fast Bowlers have always been an integral part of the shortest format. Over the years, the IPL has seen very good fast bowlers including Lasith Malinga, Dale Steyn, Brett Lee, and many others. But who are the top 10 fast bowlers in this year's IPL Auction? Who are the top 10 Fast Bowlers who will take the big bucks home? Here is a look:?



<h2>10) Prasidh Krishna/ Umesh Yadav:&nbsp;</h2>



The list of top 10 fast bowlers in the auction begins with Prasidh Krishna from Karnataka or Umesh Yadav. The similar skillset of swinging the ball in the first few overs and bowling cutters as a variation. Both the bowlers have express pace and constantly hit the 140+ kmph mark. Both of them are Indian which gives them an upper hand over the other overseas options. Prasidh is younger and this may make him the more preferred option.?



<h2>9) Josh Hazlewood/ Mark Wood:&nbsp;</h2>



Mark Wood is currently the fastest English bowler. In the absence of Jofra Archer, he has made a big name for himself in the white-ball circuit.<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/?s=mark+wood" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Mark Wood</a> is a hit-the-deck bowler and is has express pace. He easily bowls over 145 kmph. His short ball is deadly. On the other hand, teams can also go for <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/josh-hazlewood-to-remain-unavailable-for-the-final-ashes-test-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Josh Hazlewood</a>. Hazlewood has amazing control in the powerplay overs. A pitch like Mohali or Ahmedabad can do wonders to his game. Josh was an integral part of the team that won the ICC T20 World Cup 2021.?



<h2>8) Marco Jansen is one of the top 10 fast bowlers:?</h2>



2 or 3 months back, <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/mi-full-players-list-in-ipl-2022-retained-released-updated-squad-after-mega-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow">Marco Jansen </a>wouldn?t have made it to this list. But his performance against India in the test and white-ball series has proven us wrong. Marco has a knack for taking wickets. Jansen was scouted last year, by the Mumbai Indian?s management. This tall left-hander brings the ball in towards the right-handed batters. Jansen doesn?t have the express pace but his height gives him the added advantage. He has a good skill set with various options. This makes Jansen a complete package.?



<h2>7) Deepak Chahar:?</h2>



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After being released by the Chennai Super Kings, Deepak Chahar is bound to earn big money in the IPL Auction. One of the top 10 fast bowlers in the country, Chahar is exceptional. Deepak Chahar comes from Rajasthan. He has previously played for the Rising Pune Supergiants and the Chennai Super Kings. Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been his mentor over the years. Chahar can give you 3 controlled overs in the powerplay. He displays the exquisite skill of swinging the ball. ?



<h2>6) Shardul Thakur:&nbsp;</h2>



Shardul Thakur is on the list as a fast bowler but he can be named an all-rounder as well. Shardul has a knack for picking wickets. He is the man with the golden arm. His recent exploits with the bat give him an upper hand. He can easily bat at number 7 for any team. Shardul relies on variations like the slower ball, the knuckleball, and the cutters. Thakur is a complete T20 package. His fielding too is very good. ?



<h2>5) Trent Boult is one of the top 10 fast bowlers:?</h2>



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The left-hander from New Zealand was bound to be on the list of top 10 fast bowlers. Trent has improved his game fourfold in the past year. Boult was an important part of the New Zealand team that had a successful ICC T20 World Cup 2021. Trent was initially just a bowler for the powerplay overs but he has worked on death bowling too. His yorkers have become precise and quicker. Boult will certainly set the stage on fire in the auction.&nbsp;



<h2>4) Mitchell Starc:&nbsp;</h2>



Starc showed keen interest in signing up for an IPL team in a recent interview. He said, ?It is certainly on the cards?. If Starc comes to the IPL, he easily becomes one of the top 10 fast bowlers in the auction. Mitchell helped Australia win the ICC T20 World Cup for the first time in 2021. Starc doesn?t need to prove his game as he has done it all. Being the ?Man of the Series? in two consecutive World Cups defines the genius of this legend.?



<h2>3) Mohammad Shami:?</h2>



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Starc could have been ahead on the list had he been Indian. But Mohammad Shami is one of the top 10 fast bowlers in the auction. Being Indian, Shami will be preferred by many franchises. Shami was initially just a red-ball bowler but then he improved his game to suit the white-ball format. After fighting personal demons in the year 2018 and 2019, Shami proved that he is a master of his art. A true warrior. He has a good set of variations and is a swift yorker. ?



<h2>2) Pat Cummins is one of the top 10 fast bowlers:?</h2>



Pat Cummins will take a big bag of money home if he signs up for the auction. The only problem could be the Australia tour of Pakistan if it goes ahead. Due to that Cummins can miss the initial stage of the IPL. But investing in him could be a smart choice as it will be applicable for 3 long years. Cummins is certainly at the top of the list of top 10 fast bowlers. He has a good yorker and a well-directed bouncer. ?



Honorable Mention:



<ol><li>Jofra Archer (Subject to fitness)</li><li>Ishant Sharma/ Avesh Khan</li><li>Harshal Patel</li><li>Navdeep Saini</li><li>Chris Jordan/ Lahiru Kumara</li></ol>



<h2>1) Kagiso Rabada:?</h2>



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KG Rabada will have all the 10 teams bidding for him when he comes to the IPL auction. Rabada is a top pick. He is super quick and very consistent. His ability to bowl yorkers makes him a deadly weapon in the death overs. We simply can?t forget the image where Rabada made Andre Russell fall on the ground in 2019 with his yorkers. This just defines the greatness of this magician. He also gives a few good overs in the powerplay. A wicket like Dharmshala or Ahmedabad will be ideal for KG!?

Top 10 Fast Bowlers in the IPL 2022 Mega Auction.

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IPL 2022 is on track! The Board of Control for Cricket in India is expected to conduct the IPL 2022 from 27th March onwards. The tournament will then end in the last week of May. The BCCI is also keen on conducting the IPL 2022 in India itself, with Mumbai and Pune being the likely venues. This means that the IPL will start a week earlier. Other several updates were given in the meeting of the owners conducted by the BCCI on Saturday, 22nd October. Here is an in-depth look:?



<h2>BCCI Likely to Conduct IPL in Mumbai and Pune:?</h2>



The BCCI had a meeting with the owners of the teams. The meeting was attended by almost every owner including Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, the Ambanis, Parth Jindal, and the owners of the two new franchises, <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ahmedabad-owned-by-cvc-capitals-approach-agency-for-suitable-franchise-name-in-ipl-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ahmedabad</a> and Lucknow. There were two major discussions held in this meeting. One was around, the change of dates of the IPL, and the other was around the venues of the IPL. The change in the dates is such that the IPL will shift a week earlier. The IPL will begin on the 27th of March. It was agreed upon by all the owners. ?



The second discussion was around the venue of the IPL. The available options were to conduct it in the UAE <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/virat-kohli-defends-team-india-for-drs-controversy-outburst-in-the-3rd-test-match-against-south-africa/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow">South Africa</a> or Mumbai and Pune. The option of South Africa has been put on hold as the broadcasting timings do not exactly match with India. The UAE option was sidelined because dew plays spoilsport. The matches in the UAE last year favored the teams that batted second. The ball was getting super wet for the teams balling second and was also skidding off the wicket. ?



The option of Mumbai and Pune was agreed upon by all the owners. The two cities comprise a total of 4 stadiums. The Wankhede Stadium, the Brabourne Stadium (CCI), the DY Patil Stadium (New Mumbai), and the Subroto Roy Stadium at Gahunje, Pune. The fact that these cities have the hotels and accommodation required to hold the IPL bandwagon, were considered.?



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<h2>IPL 2022 Mega Auction to be held on 13th and 14th February in Bangalore:?</h2>



The<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/top-10-fast-bowlers-in-the-ipl-2022-mega-auction/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow"> IPL Mega Auction</a> is going ahead as planned. It is going to be held in Bengaluru on the 13th and 14th of February. The final decision regarding conduction will be taken on the 20th of February. The decision to conduction the IPL in Mumbai was also supported by the fact that the schools in Maharashtra open from the 24th of January. ?

BCCI Likely to Conduct IPL 2022 From 27th March. Mumbai and Pune Expected to Conduct the Entire Tournament.

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The BCCI has just recently released the list of players who have registered in IPL 2022?s Mega Auction and it is quite a big one. As we all know, the Indian Premier League has transformed into this huge money making machine for players across the globe and no one wants to be left out.&nbsp;



Although the list shall be filtered further by BCCI before they release the final list, the base price range and the big names have already been revealed and the 10 franchises will start making their plans accordingly.&nbsp;



The base price range that the franchises and even the fans are most excited for, is undoubtedly the maximum set, i.e, the 2 Crore base price players. It contains the best players who will be up in the Auction and the franchises will look to acquire as many of these players as possible.&nbsp;



The 2 Crore Base Price set includes the following players:-&nbsp;



Indian players: R Ashwin, Yuzvendra Chahal, Deepak Chahar, Shikhar Dhawan, Shreyas Iyer, Dinesh Karthik, Ishan Kishan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Devdutt Padikkal, Krunal Pandya, Harshal Patel, Suresh Raina, Ambati Rayudu, Mohammed Shami, Shardul Thakur, Robin Uthappa, Umesh Yadav



Overseas players: Mujeeb Zadran, Ashton Agar, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa, Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Sam Billings, Sagib Mahmood, Chris Jordan, Craig Overton, Adil Rashid, Jason Roy, James Vince, David Willey, Mark Wood, Trent Boult, Lockie Ferguson, Quinton de Kock, Marchant de Lange, Faf du Plessis, Kagiso Rabada, Imran Tahir, Fabian Allen, Dwayne Bravo, Evin Lewis, Odean Smith.&nbsp;



However, many out of these players might be considered by many to be highly ?overpriced? and might go unsold as well. It is thus important to figure out the most important players out of this set and focus on them solely in the Auction.&nbsp;



In this article, we shall be discussing Top 5 players from the maximum price bracket. These are the players that have the highest possibility of earning big bucks in IPL 2022?s Mega Auction.&nbsp;



Let?s take a look at those 5 players:-&nbsp;



1. Ishan Kishan - There were initially strong rumors that Ishan Kishan will be drafted by one of the two new teams but after further consideration, none of them picked him. The 23 year old Wicketkeeper-batsman will thus be heading on to the Mega Auction and he will definitely be on the list of all the franchises, especially the ones at the lookout for Wicketkeepers. Ishan Kishan scored 241 runs in 10 matches in IPL 2021 and was particularly in great form during the last few matches. He has also been consistently very well with the Indian national team in the shortest format recently.&nbsp;



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2. Shardul Thakur - The former CSK star is undoubtedly the most sought after player in recent days. He has been Team India?s go to player in all the formats and when it comes to giving breakthroughs to his team, Shardul Thakur always comes handy. He has recently developed a reputation as an all-rounder which is a great addition to his IPL resume. Shardul Thakur picked up 21 wickets in 16 matches in IPL 2021. He has great chances of becoming the most expensive player in IPL 2022.&nbsp;



Although Shardul Thakur is yet to portray his batting skills in the IPL, he can do so this year as he has mastered his skills in the last one year and can even very well be considered an all rounder now. His former side Chennai Super Kings will try hard to get him back.&nbsp;



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3. Shreyas Iyer - Shreyas Iyer wants to get his captaincy role back and that was exactly why he refused to be drafted by the 2 new IPL franchises (as they could not offer him the captaincy role). Shreyas Iyer?s captaincy record in IPL with Delhi Capitals is indeed impressive and he can be bought by the franchises that are without any captain - like KKR, RCB and Punjab Kings. It is true that Shreyas Iyer was unavailable for almost the entirety of IPL 2021 but his batting abilities can never be doubted. In the last IPL he played, i.e, in IPL 2020, he scored 519 runs in 17 matches which was his best year ever.&nbsp;



Shreyas Iyer recently made his Test debut with the Indian national team against New Zealand and he was simply phenomenal in it. He has regained his form and is ready for the challenge in the 2022 IPL.&nbsp;



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4. David Warner - Former SRH captain David Warner left the club last season after a tussle with the management. Although it was surprising that he was not picked up in Drafts by any of the two new franchises, it is a blessing in disguise for the other teams as he will now be available in the Mega Auction. Like Shreyas Iyer, David Warner will also be targeted by teams that are without a captain. However the Aussie opener does not have a problem even if he is not given captaincy by his franchise. David Warner is an absolute legend in the Indian Premier League and he is the highest overseas run scorer in the tournament?s history. He has scored 5449 runs in all seasons combined.&nbsp;



David Warner?s performance in the T20 World Cup 2021 was commendable too. After a rough patch in the last IPL season, Warner regained his form in the World Cup and led his team to glory. He even Won the Man of the Tournament award.&nbsp;



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5. Pat Cummins - Pat Cummins was unable to play the second half of IPL 2021 due to personal reasons but in the few matches that he played in the first half, he was invincible. He picked up 9 wickets in 7 matches last season and has picked up 38 wickets in all his seasons combined. Pat Cummins is also blessed with big hitting with the bat if his team requires it and even last year he won a thrilling match for KKR with his pinch hitting.&nbsp;



Pat was recently made the captain of the Australian test teams and he is going through the best years in his career. He has a lot more to offer in the shorter format for years to come and any team will be more than willing to give any amount to bring him in their squad in IPL 2022?s Mega auction. After all, Pat Cummins is the second most expensive player to be sold in IPL Auction history (15.5 Crore by KKR) and he knows how to attract rich suitors. We can easily expect a 10 Crore plus price tag for him this year too.&nbsp;



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Also Read:- <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-updated-squad-list-for-all-10-teams-and-strategy-for-mega-auctions/">Updated Squad list for all 10 Teams and Strategy for Mega Auctions</a>

TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 Players with Base price of 2 Crores in Mega Auction

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The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  
The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    
Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Rohit Sharma (C)</h3>
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Rohit Sharma - The Indian skipper at the top (Image Credit: X)
Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Babar Azam</h3>
Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. 
As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Virat Kohli</h3>
One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. 
As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Shreyas Iyer</h3>
Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  
As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Mohammad Rizwan</h3>
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New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)
Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  
As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. 
<h3 dir="ltr">6: Hardik Pandya</h3>
Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. 
As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.
<h3 dir="ltr">7: Shadab Khan</h3>
Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. 
As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.
<h3 dir="ltr">8: Kuldeep Yadav</h3>
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Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.
As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.
<h3 dir="ltr">9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</h3>
Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.
As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.
<h3 dir="ltr">10: Jasprit Bumrah</h3>
India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. 
As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.
<h3 dir="ltr">11: Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) 
Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. 
As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Picking India-Pakistan’s strongest combined Playing XI from current squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.
<h2>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</h2>
KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.
However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.
<h2>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</h2>
On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.
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Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.
Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.
<h2>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</h2>
Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.
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Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.
<h2>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</h2>
Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.
One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.
Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.
Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.

KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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India Cricket Team players are back to the domestic circuit after the BCCI took serious steps, forcing all the players to play for their state. This comes after the indiscipline was reported from the Indian camp during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
Following the guidelines by the BCCI, big Indian players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others are all set to take the field for their respective state teams in the upcoming two rounds of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25. 
Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, which will begin on 23rd January. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will be playing for Delhi and Bengaluru, respectively, in the third round of the tournament, which will begin on 30th January. 
With big stars all set to play in Ranji Trophy 2024-25, let's take a look at when Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant played in the domestic cricket last: 
<h2>When did Virat Kohli last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he scored 14 &amp; 43 in two innings of a match. This didn't help Delhi's cause as they went on to lose the game by by six wickets. 
<h2>When did RIshabh Pant last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rishabh Pant, who will be playing for Delhi in the upcoming match, last played for Delhi in the 2017/18 season's final. He was a leader of the team in that game and had a decent outing with the bat. He scored 21 &amp; 32 in that game, but that wasn't enough as Delhi went on to lose the game by nine wickets. 
<h2>When did Rohit Sharma last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rohit Sharma featured last time in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh in November 2015. He played a magnificent innings for his team as he slammed a magnificent 113-run knock at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. His innings helped the team draw the game. 
<h2>When did Shubman Gill last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Shubman Gill has been a regular feature in the Ranji Trophy. He last played for Punjab in the quarterfinals against Madhya Pradesh in 2022. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he managed scores of 9 &amp; 19 as MP beat Punjab by 10 wickets. He will be seen in action on 23rd January at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
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Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: Check when big Indian players played the last domestic match

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IND vs ENG 1st Dream11 Prediction: The wait is over, and Indian fans will be able to see their team in action. Team India will lock horns with Englandi n the first of five T20Is. The clash will begin at 7 PM IST on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are equipped with world-class players that will spice up the challenge.
The fight will be between the top order on both sides. Suryakumar Yadav will have the responsibility to get the best out of Indian players. They are coming off a series win over South Africa and looked great. England will also try hard to get the winning momentum and prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Details
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<li>Series: England tour of India 2025</li>
<li>Match: India vs England, 1st T20I</li>
<li>Date: January 22 (Wednesday)</li>
<li>Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li>Timing: 7 PM IST</li>
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I Pitch Report
The surface at Eden Gardens is great for the batting side. It is a flat deck where one can chase down totals. The highest IPL chase was recorded at this venue in 2024. There will be some help for the slow bowlers as well, but shorter boundaries will be very hard to avoid if you are a bowling team.
IND vs ENG: Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts clear weather with some clouds on Wednesday evening with a 24° C temperature and a 12 km/h average wind speed.
IND vs ENG Head-to-Head T20I
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<li>Total Matches: 24</li>
<li>India: 13</li>
<li>England: 11</li>
<li>No Result: 0</li>
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IND vs ENG 1st T20I Live Streaming Details
Star Sports will broadcast the first T20I between India and England live on TV. Fans can also watch the first game live online on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website.
IND vs ENG Possible XIs 
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarty, Arshdeep Singh 
England: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
IND vs ENG: Dream11 Team
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<li>Wicket-keepers: Phil Salt (Vice Captain), Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler</li>
<li>Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ben Duckett</li>
<li>All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Jamie Overton</li>
<li>Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarty</li>
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**These predictions are made by our writers, which can go wrong. We ask you to compare the teams and pick the best set of players to do well.
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The first IND vs ENG T20I Dream11 Prediction gives you all the updates stats and tips.

The first IND vs ENG T20I will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday at 7 PM IST.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, Grand League Team, Probable XI, Dream11 Team, Pitch Preview & More

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off on February 19, with 15 exciting ODIs spread across three weeks. The tournament will feature eight top teams, divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Each group will play a round-robin format, where every team faces the other teams in their group. The top two teams from each group will then progress to the semi-finals.
Matches will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. Dubai hosting some of the biggest fixtures, including the highly anticipated Pakistan vs India match on February 23. The tournament will culminate with two semi-finals on March 4 and March 5, followed by the grand final on March 9. 

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
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<th>Match Details</th>
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<td>Feb 19, Wed</td>
<td>Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 20, Thu</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 21, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 22, Sat</td>
<td>Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 23, Sun</td>
<td>Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 24, Mon</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 25, Tue</td>
<td>Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 26, Wed</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 27, Thu</td>
<td>Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 28, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 01, Sat</td>
<td>South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 02, Sun</td>
<td>New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Mar 04, Tue</td>
<td>1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)</td>
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<td>Mar 05, Wed</td>
<td>2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2)</td>
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<td>Mar 09, Sun</td>
<td>Final</td>
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule PDF download. Download PDF with group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Get all the details for the February 19 - March 9 tournament!