IPL 2024, RCB vs KKR: Faf Du Plessis's Royal Challengers Bengaluru are all set to lock horns against the 2012 and 2014 IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders in Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB are coming into this game on the back of a nail-biting victory of four wickets against the Punjab Kings, thanks to the finishing touches of Dinesh Karthik (28 runs in 10 balls) and a Virat Kohli masterclass (77 runs in 49 balls).&nbsp;



On the other hand, KKR secured a narrow victory of four runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad thanks to the heroics of Andre Russell (64 runs in 25 balls) and Harshit Rana (3-33). Russell's unbeaten knock consisted of three fours and seven monstrous sixes, and he completely toyed with the SRH bowling unit. Phil Salt (54 runs in 40 balls) provided a good start to KKR as an opener. Ramandeep Singh played a good cameo with 23 runs in 15 balls as well.?



Andre Russell contributed with the ball as well; he took two wickets in two overs, and Harshit Rana's brilliant 20th over allowed KKR to defeat SRH.&nbsp;



The game between RCB and KKR is going to be highly exciting and entertaining, as both teams have good seamers and raw power hitters in their squads. This article will provide detailed information regarding three player battles to watch out for:



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Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli is back in his red-hot form, and in the RCB KKR game, he won't hold back the assault against KKR's 24.75 crore rupee signing Mitchell Starc. The 34 year-old, who is renowned for his inch-perfect yorker deliveries and skull-crushing short-pitched balls, will be looking forward to yet another on-field battle against Virat Kohli. Both the players are the best in their departments and with the presence of Gautam Gambhir as the mentor of the Knight Riders, the battle between the two is going to become even more intense.?



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="yash-dayal-vs-rinku-singh">Yash Dayal vs Rinku Singh</h2>



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Yash Dayal and Rinku Singh are all set to face each other once again on the field. Rinku has the advantage against Dayal, as the five sixes that he hit against him last year are still fresh in the memories of a lot of people. It will be interesting to watch what kind of an approach Yash Dayal is going to adopt this time around against Rinku.?



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="mohammed-siraj-vs-phil-salt">Mohammed Siraj vs Phil Salt</h2>



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Phil Salt is someone who likes to attack from the word go, and he did exactly that against Pat Cummins-led SRH in the previous match as he smashed three back-to-back sixes against Marco Jansen. He loves to bat against fast bowlers, and he would be looking to go after RCB's lead bowler, Mohammed Siraj. Siraj has improved a lot over the years as a bowler, and he can be extremely dangerous with his swing deliveries and his short-pitched balls. The battle between Salt and Siraj is definitely going to be one to watch out for.



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IPL 2024, RCB vs KKR: Three Players battle to Watch out for

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Bengaluru Rain Forecast: In what promises to be a really exciting and high-intensity contest, Faf Du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru are all set to take on two time IPL winners Kolkata Knight Riders tonight in match number 10 of the IPL 2024 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium of Bangalore. The match will take place today, and it will commence at 7:30 PM IST.?



Both teams will be heading into the clash on the back of victories in their previous matches, and the RCB-KKR game is anticipated to be a thriller under the clear skies of Bangaluru. 



RCB, led by Faf Du Plessis, showcased an excellent performance against the Punjab Kings as the Bengaluru-based franchise secured a nail biting four-wicket win. A Virat Kohli masterclass and the finishing touches applied by Dinesh Karthik allowed RCB to take two points from the match against PBKS. The Bengaluru-based franchise would be looking to continue their good form by securing their second win of the season against KKR.



On the other hand, the Kolkata Knight Riders, led by Shreyas Iyer, kicked off their IPL 2024 campaign with a four-run victory against the Sunrisers Hyderabad.?The all-round heroics of Andre Russell and the 20th over masterclass helped KKR secure two crucial points against SRH. The Knight Riders would be looking to add to their winning tally by defeating RCB tonight in their home ground of Bengaluru.?



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bengaluru Rain Forecast: </h3>



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As cricket fans all around the world are desperately waiting for the match between these two teams to begin, all eyes are going to be on the weather forecast for Bengaluru's iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium. According to AccuWeather, clear skies are anticipated for the RCB vs KKR game, with a maximum temperature of around 27 degrees Celsius.?



Since there are zero chances of rainfall, fans will get the opportunity to enjoy the full match without any interruption. The humidity percentage is anticipated to be around 24%, and the winds will be blowing at a speed of 17 km/h.



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Bengaluru Rain Forecast: Is there a chance of rain in today's RCB vs KKR match of the IPL 2024?

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RCB vs KKR: Shreyas Iyer-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered their second consecutive victory of the IPL 2024 as they defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by seven wickets in match number 10 of the 2024 Indian Premier League. With their second win in the current campaign, KKR continues to remain in the top half of the overall standings of IPL 2024.



RCB were asked to bat first by Shreyas Iyer's Kolkata Knight Riders on a pitch which was a batting paradise and a nightmare for the bowlers. The pitch assisted the pacers in the initial overs, but as the swing went away, the batters started to dominate.



The duo of Virat Kohli and Faf Du Plessis got RCB off to a good start, but Harshit Rana got the better of the RCB skipper he got dismissed early on in the powerplay. But it was yet another Virat Kohli masterclass, as he and Cameron Green completely dominated the KKR bowling unit on a flat pitch.



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Andre Russell was brought into the attack, and he dismissed Cameron Green (33 runs in 21 balls) after the end of the powerplay. Maxwell came out and played a good hand of 28 runs in 19 balls, but Sunil Marine sent him back to the pavilion.



KKR tried their best to put a stop on the scoring rate of RCB, but Varun Chakravathy's 17-run over spoiled things for the Kolkata-based team. Maxwell got dropped twice as well, but luckily Narine dealt with his threat. The likes of Anuj Rawat and Rajat Patidar couldn't get going, and both of them perished.



But, RCB's favorite finisher, Dinesh Karthik, played yet another special knock of 20 runs in 8 balls and, alongside Kohli, helped RCB post 182 runs on the board.



KKR had to chase the target of 183 runs if they wanted to maintain their record of consecutive wins against RCB, and they did exactly that as the opening pair of Sunil Narine (47 runs in 22 balls) and Philip Salt (30 runs in 20 balls) got involved in an opening partnership of 86 runs in the first six overs and turned the game into a one-sided affair.



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Mayank Dagar gave some hope to RCB as he dismissed Narine with a ripper, but Venkatesh Iyer (50 runs in 30 balls) didn't allow the RCB bowlers to settle.



Vyshak dismissed Salt but it was too late as the duo of Shreyas Iyer (39 runs in 24 balls) and Rinku Singh (5 runs in 5 balls) helped KKR get over the line and seal the match.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">TATA IPL Points Table Latest Updated after RCB vs KKR</h2>



Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan, and Chennai Super Kings remain the only unbeaten teams so far in the IPL 2024. CSK are still the table toppers with two points and a net run rate of +1.979, having won both of their games against RCB and GT.



Shreyas's Iyer Kolkata Knight Riders are at number two with two wins out of two games as well, but their Net Run Rate of +1.047 is lower than CSK.



Sanju Samson's Rajasthan Royals are at the third place with two points and a positive Net Run?Rate?of?+0.800.



The number four and number five positions in the overall standings are occupied by Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings and both have two points next to their name having won one game and lost one as well but SRH's superior net run rate of +0.675 keeps them ahead of Punjab (+0.025).&nbsp;



RCB started their season with a defeat against CSK but bounced back with a win against PBKS. However, the Kolkata Knight Riders had some other plans as they defeated RCB in match number 10 of IPL 2024 and the defeat against KKR means that the Royal Challengers Bengaluru are sitting at the sixth position with two points next to their name with a negative run rate of -0.711.



2022 IPL winners Gujarat Titans are in the bottom half of the IPL 2024 points table as they are currently at the seventh position with two points and a negative Net Run Rate of -1.425. They won one game against the Mumbai Indians and lost the other against the Chennai Super Kings.&nbsp;



Number eight, nine and ten positions are occupied by Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians and the Lucknow Super Giants.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>Teams List</th><th>P</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>D</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td> Chennai Super Kings</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>1.979</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>1.047</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>0.800</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.675</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.025</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-0.711</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-1.425</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.528</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Mumbai Indians</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.925</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-1.000</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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TATA IPL Points Table Latest Updated after RCB vs KKR IPL-2024 | KKR in Second Position| Indian Premier League

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England Cricket Team has announced the playing XI for the first ODI against India. The three-match series between the teams is all set to be played from 6th February at the VCA Stadium in Nagpur. The last two games will be played on 9th and 12th February, respectively, in Cuttack and Ahmedabad. 
England, who lost the T20I series by the margin of 4-1, have announced the strong XI for the first match of the IND vs ENG ODI series. Joe Root has made his return to the team for the first time after the ICC World Cup 2023. The premier didn't play a single ODI after the tournament and would want to make an impact. 
Ben Duckett will be opening the innings alongside Phil Salt in the first IND vs ENG ODI. The duo opened the innings in the T20I series as well but couldn't make the impact they wanted. It will be a great opportunity for them to get some runs under their belt and help the team stage a comeback. 
Joe Root will be batting at No.3 while Harry Brook has been slated to bat at No.3. The vice-captain of the England team struggled in the T20I series as he slammed just one half-century in the five games. He also was trolled a lot for his smog statement and would be keen to reply to all the critics in style. 
Captain Jos Buttler has been drafted at N0.5 in the series and it is expected that he will keep the wickets. He was the only settled batter for England in the T20I series and would want to carry on his form in the IND vs ENG ODI series. 
Liam Livingstone and Jacob Bethell are the two all-rounders picked by England in the middle order. Along with him, Byron Carse will be there as a fast-bowling all-rounder. Adil Rashid is the frontline spinner in the team. He will be holding a key for the team on ODIs as he did in T20Is. 
Jofra Archer and Saqib Mahmood are the two frontline pacers in the team. The duo were decent with the ball in the IND vs ENG T20I series. 
<h2>IND vs ENG: England playing 11 for the first ODI against India announced </h2>
Here's England playing 11 for the first ODI against India 
Ben Duckett, Phil Salt, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood.
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England playing 11 for first IND vs ENG ODI announced

England Cricket Team has announced the playing XI for the first ODI against India.

England, who lost the T20I series by the margin of 4-1, have announced the strong XI for the first match of the IND vs ENG ODI series

IND vs ENG: England announces playing 11 for first ODI against India in Nagpur, Joe Root returns

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Australia has suffered a massive blow ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. As per the reports in ESPNCricinfo, it is learned that captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are all set to be ruled out of the tournament, which will begin on 19th February. 
Pat Cummins suffered an ankle injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 and missed the ongoing Test tour to injury due to the same and also the birth of his second child. The fast bowler since then has been out of action and hasn't resumed any kind of bowling. 
Pat Cummins hasn't gained his full fitness and it is highly likely that he will be missing the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This will be a massive blow as not only will they miss the quality bowler but also the captain, who took them to win the ICC World Cup 2023. 
In the absence of Pat Cummins, Australia is likely to give the leadership role to either Travis Head or Steve Smith. The latter has been leading the team in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka, and under his leadership, Australia won the first game of the series by a massive margin. 
The development was confirmed by Australia head coach Andrew McDonald, saying that Pat Cummins is highly likely to be unavailable. He also talked about giving leadership roles to Steve Smith and Travis Head. Speaking to SEN, he said:
"Pat Cummins hasn't been able to resume any type of bowling so he's heavily unlikely, so that would mean that we do need a captain. Steve Smith and Travis Head are the two that we've been having conversations with while we've been building out that Champions Trophy team along with Pat back home. They'll be the two that we look at for that leadership post." 
<h2>Josh Hazlewood is expected to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025</h2>
Apart from Pat Cummins, star pacer Josh Hazlewood also is expected to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The fast bowler is battling with a hip issue, which he faced in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. He, too, hasn't bowled since then and is against time to recover. 
His absence could be a big blow as well as he has been one of the consistent players for the team. Pat Cummins, along with Hazlewood, are now among the three Australia players to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Earlier, Mitchell Marsh was ruled out of the tournament.
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Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 {PC:X}

Australia has suffered a massive blow ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

As per the reports in ESPNCricinfo, it is learned that captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are all set to be ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Massive blow for Australia! Pat Cummins and star pacer ruled out of the tournament

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In today's world, there is hardly any youth who does not know Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo is not just famous for football but is also considered an inspiration. He is one of the richest footballers and a billionaire. His garage is filled with luxury cars. <o:p></o:p>
On this special occasion of Cristiano Ronaldo birthday, we have brought you details of his car collection along with information about some of his major achievements. So, let's begin today's article.<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday - Top 5 Expensive Cars<o:p></o:p></h2>
The first car in Cristiano Ronaldo's garage is the Bugatti Centodieci, which costs £9 million. This hypercar is extremely rare, with only 10 units produced globally. It features a highly powerful engine capable of reaching top speeds. This car is a perfect blend of luxury and performance and is one of Ronaldo's prized possessions.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Bugatti Chiron<o:p></o:p></h3>
The second rare car in his garage is the Bugatti Chiron, valued at €2 million. Known for its speed and engine excellence, this is another high-performance vehicle owned by Ronaldo.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">McLaren Senna<o:p></o:p></h3>
The third car, which is both powerful and expensive, is the McLaren Senna, priced at €1 million. Designed for both road and track use, this car is named after the legendary Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna. It is an exceptional vehicle in Ronaldo's collection.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Ferrari F12 TDF<o:p></o:p></h3>
The fourth car in Ronaldo’s garage is the Ferrari F12 TDF. This is a limited edition car, produced in very small numbers worldwide. It is celebrated for its powerful engine and is a favorite among car enthusiasts.<o:p></o:p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal">Rolls-Royce Cullinan<o:p></o:p></h3>
The fifth car, which makes Cristiano Ronaldos birthday even more special, is the Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Known for its luxury and comfort, this car offers a rare combination of performance and a lavish driving experience.<o:p></o:p>
Cristiano Ronaldo birthday special car collection is truly exciting and amazing. Apart from these, he owns many more cars, but today, on this special occasion, we have highlighted only five of them. Each of these cars represents a significant financial investment, showcasing Ronaldo’s immense love for cars and the luxurious lifestyle he leads.<o:p></o:p>
Recently, Samay appeared in Kaun Banega Crorepati, where he did comedy with Indian legend Amitabh Bachchan. A special influencer episode of the show featured other famous YouTubers and comedians like Bhuvan Bam and Tanmay Bhat.<o:p></o:p>
<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Mangal; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-IN; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Samay’s journey from printing engineering to stand-up comedy has been quite inspiring. His life is full of humor, and he is an incredibly talented comedian. Watching his videos can instantly lift your mood, as his natural humor connects with millions of people in India.

In today's world, there is hardly any youth who does not know Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo is not just famous for football but is also considered an inspiration. He is one of the richest footballers and a billionaire. His garage is filled with luxury cars. 

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday, Top 5 Luxury Cars Owned By Ronaldo Will Amaze You

Cristiano Ronaldo Birthday: Top 5 Luxury Cars Owned By Ronaldo Will Amaze To You

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IND vs ENG 1st ODI: The ODI series between India and England, the two powerhouse teams, will commence on February 6 with the first ODI at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. As the two big guns prepare to take on each other, all eyes will be on the thrilling individual battle that can shape the series. 
This high-stakes encounter promises some intense face-offs between world-class players. With the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma at the top order of India and Jos Buttler and Joe Root for England, the series is going to be tough for bowlers and the stakes are high for the contest. Let's take a closer look at the key player battles to watch out for in IND vs ENG 1st ODI:
<h2>Key Player Battles to Watch Out For in IND vs ENG 1st ODI</h2>
<h3>1- Rohit Sharma vs Jofra Archer</h3>
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has been struggling with form in recent times, particularly against pace. His vulnerability around the off-stump was exposed during the Test series against Australia, where he repeatedly fell to deliveries in that channel. The trend continued in his only Ranji Trophy appearance, where he failed in both innings against similar deliveries. Additionally, short-pitched bowling is emerging as another concern, making him a prime target for England’s pace spearhead, Jofra Archer.
Archer has already enjoyed success against Rohit in the T20 format, dismissing him three times in just 29 deliveries while conceding only 23 runs. This translates to an impressive strike rate of under 10 balls per wicket against the Indian captain. However, Rohit is known for his ability to adapt quickly to different conditions, and he has proven his resilience time and again. If he can counter Archer’s pace and movement, this battle could be a defining one in the first ODI.
<h3>2- Virat Kohli vs Brydon Carse/Gus Atkinson</h3>
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With only one of Brydon Carse or Gus Atkinson likely to feature in England’s playing XI, whoever gets the nod will have a crucial role to play against Virat Kohli. Both pacers possess the skill set needed to challenge the modern master of white-ball cricket, especially around his well-documented weakness outside the off-stump. During the Test series against Australia, Kohli repeatedly fell to deliveries in the fifth-stump channel, edging behind—a vulnerability that Atkinson and Carse have the accuracy to exploit.
Unlike express pacers like Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, who rely on raw speed, Atkinson and Carse focus more on control and precision. This makes them an even bigger threat to Kohli early in his innings, as they can keep him guessing with disciplined lines. While there aren’t many head-to-head statistics available for this contest, the impact of this battle could be significant in shaping the match’s outcome.
<h3>3- Jos Buttler vs Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Jos Buttler, one of England’s most recognized cricketers in India, has been in fine form recently. A well-rounded and technically sound batter, he has very few weaknesses that bowlers have successfully exploited. However, if there is one bowler who could trouble him, it is India’s seasoned pacer, Mohammed Shami.
Shami holds a statistical edge over Buttler in ODIs, having dismissed him five times in just 67 deliveries. While Buttler has managed to score 57 runs off those balls, Shami’s ability to generate movement and maintain a probing line makes him a serious threat. With his knack for producing sharp seam movement and late swing, Shami will look to unsettle Buttler early and continue his dominance in this intriguing contest.
4- Joe Root vs Axar Patel/Ravindra Jadeja
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England’s right-handed batting maestro, Joe Root, has historically struggled against Jasprit Bumrah, particularly in Indian conditions. However, with Bumrah unavailable for this series, India may turn to spin as their primary weapon against him.
Despite being an exceptional player of spin, Root has shown vulnerability against left-arm off-spinners in the past. With no Bumrah to trouble him with pace and movement, India could look to exploit this weakness by deploying their spinners strategically. In the absence of their pace spearhead, setting a spin trap for Root might be India’s best bet to keep him in check.

The IND vs ENG 1st ODI will feature key battles, including Rohit vs Archer, Kohli vs Atkinson/Carse, Buttler vs Shami, and Root vs India’s spin trap. These matchups could shape the game’s outcome.

Crucial player battles—Rohit vs. Archer, Kohli vs. Atkinson/Carse, Buttler vs. Shami, and Root vs. spin—will define IND vs ENG 1st ODI.

Key Player Battles to Watch Out For in IND vs ENG 1st ODI Ft. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

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IND vs ENG: After the T20 series concluded, as Mohammed Shami returned to the shortest format for India after a huge span of absence from the format, the World Cup 2023 hero is back playing a crucial hand in the ODI series against England, which will begin on the 6th of February. 
 
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohammed_Shami">Mohammed Shami </a>has had a decent T20 return with 3 wickets across 2 games played and is considered one of the greatest ODI bowlers for India of all time. Especially in the absence of legendary pacer Bumrah, Shami is the most experienced pacer to lead the Indian pace attack. 
 
Ever since the 2023 Cricket World Cup, Shami will play his first one-day international match, supposedly at the Vidarbha Stadium tomorrow. Ahead of the vital clash, Mohammed Shami will enter the field with 195 wickets to his name in the longest limited-overs format. 
 
<h2 dir="ltr">A Glimpse into Mohammed Shami’s Career </h2>
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A peek into Mohammed Shami's stunning career despite injuries (Image Credit: X)
Shami, the Indian fast bowler, began his journey from the T20 Trophy starring for Bengal back in 2010, where he had one of the best debuts ever. Shami played for several franchises in the IPL the Delhi Daredevils, Punjab Kings, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kolkata_Knight_Riders">Kolkata Knight Riders</a>, and Gujarat Titans, where he picked 127 career wickets in the franchise-level cricket tournament. 
 
Shami has played over three World Cups for India ever since his debut in 2013, as he has been India’s highest wicket-taker in the history of the CWC, playing over three editions in 2015, 2019 and 2023. With 450+ career wickets in the Men in Blue’s jersey, Shami, despite participation in several WTC and CWC games, could never be seen on the podium, though he won several individual records, the last being named the Player of the Tournament in the 2023 World Cup. 
 
<h2 dir="ltr">List of Bowlers fastest to reach 200 ODI wickets</h2>
 
Shami, who has appeared in 101 games and is only 5-wickets away from the remarkable 200 wicket mark, is like Australian modern-day legendary fast bowler <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitchell_Starc">Mitchell Starc</a>, who also has 200+ wickets and reached the milestone in just 102 matches and the 101 bowling innings. 
 
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Saqlain Mushtaq (Pakistan) – 104
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Trent Boult (New Zealand) – 107
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Brett Lee (Australia) – 112
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Allan Donald (South Africa) – 117
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Waqar Younis (Pakistan) – 118
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Shane Warne (Australia) – 125
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Makhaya Ntini (South Africa) – 126
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Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka) – 127
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Mitchell Johnson (Australia) – 129
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Other bowlers included the above-written, who also achieved the amazing 200 wickets in least time, with Shami threatening the top spot of Mitchell Starc since he will play his 102nd match in the ODI format and will also play his 101 innings in the white-ball match, as he is just 5-wickets away from being named the greatest ever in the game. 
 
<h2 dir="ltr">Fastest to 200 ODI wickets for India</h2>
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Shami to surpass Agarkar for fastest 200 ODI Wickets for India (Image Credit: X)
The current Indian selection committee head,<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ajit_Agarkar"> Ajit Agarkar</a>, picked the fastest 200 wickets for India as the veteran pacer achieved the feat in just 133 games and ended his career with 288 wickets in the format. 
 
So far, only 7 Indian bowlers have crossed the 200-wicket mark; Anil Kumble and Javagal Srinath have picked over 300+ ODI wickets, while Zaheer Khan, Agarkar, Harbhajan Singh, Kapil Dev, and Ravindra Jadeja have also picked over 200 wickets for the Men in Blue. 
 
<h3>Most Wickets for India in ODIs:</h3>
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Anil Kumble – 334
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Javagal Srinath – 315
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Ajit Agarkar – 288
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Zaheer Khan – 269
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Harbhajan Singh – 265
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Kapil Dev – 253
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Harbhajan Singh – 220
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Venkatesh Prasad – 196
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Zaheer Khan – 195
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Irfan Pathan – 173
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Kuldeep Yadav – 172
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IND vs ENG: Indian veteran pacer Mohammed Shami nearing big record in ODIs ahead of the First ODI vs England

Mohammed Shami returns to the ODI format and will be eyeing a world record on his return in the first ODI against England.