RCB Qualification Scenario: The bowling unit of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru got thrashed by the aggressive batting of the Mumbai Indians batting unit in their previous encounter. Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium turned into a sleepless nightmare for RCB captain Faf Du Plessis who witnessed his team lose the game within 16 overs despite putting up a challenging total of 196 runs on the board.?



All of the MI batters who came out to bat in the middle ensured that the RCB bowlers were smashed to all parts of the ground. Opener Ishan Kishan laid the foundation with his inning of 69 runs in just 34 deliveries. World's number one T20i batter Suryakumar Yadav showed glimpses of his old self as his inning of 52 runs in 19 balls ensured that the game went away from the Bengaluru based team.&nbsp;



With the defeat against MI, the Faf Du Plessis led team has dropped to the ninth position in the IPL 2024 overall standings with just a single victory in six games next to their name. This has created a lot of uncertainty regarding Bengaluru's hopes of qualifying for the Playoffs as they find themselves in a pretty tight spot.&nbsp;



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Can Royal Challengers Bengaluru still manage to qualify for the playoffs??</h4>



The defeat against five winners Mumbai Indians on Thursday has created a lot of pressure on the Bengaluru based franchise in terms of qualifying for the Playoffs. After the end of six games, RCB would have hoped to win at least three games out of six which would have kept the top four within reach for the IPL 2016 runners up.?



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/03/RCB-2024-IPL-1024x683.jpg" alt="RCB vs LSG Match 15 IPL 2024: Strongest Playing11 for Bangalore &amp; Lucknow, Squad Details | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Lucknow Super Giants" class="wp-image-128700" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: IPLT20</figcaption></figure>



The Faf Du Plessis led team will be facing some tough opponents in their next few fixtures of IPL 2024 and these games can make or break the season for RCB. IPL 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad will be visiting Bengaluru?s M Chinnaswamy Stadium on 15th April and the game against SRH will be the seventh match for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2024.



If the Bengaluru based team lose the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, then they would have to win all seven of their remaining games and hope that other teams drop points. Pat Cummins led Sunrisers Hyderabad are playing some top notch cricket, having won their previous two games on the trot.?



Post the conclusion of the SRH game, RCB will then travel to Kolkata to take on the Kolkata Knight Riders. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru are pretty aware regarding the sheer brilliance of KKR with the bat and ball, especially after the thrashing which the Kolkata Knight Riders batting unit gave to RCB in front of their home crowd. The key for the IPL 2011 and 2016 runners up would be to secure dominant victories in these games and keep up with the mid table teams.?



The Faf Du Plessis-led team will then travel to Hyderabad for the away fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad before playing two back-to-back games against IPL 2022 winners Gujarat Titans. Playing the Gujarat Titans twice in IPL 2024 will not be easy at all for RCB, given the rich vein of form GT are in.



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The final three games of IPL 2024 for the Bengaluru based franchise will be against 2014 runners up Punjab Kings at Dharamshala's Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, before traveling back to Bengaluru for the home game against Delhi Capitals. Out of these seven matches, Bengaluru have to secure victories in at least six games out of seven and secure 14 points.&nbsp;



RCB's final game of this season will be a home fixture against Ruturaj Gaikwad's Chennai Super Kings. Playing a home or an away match against CSK is not an easy task at all, as the five-time IPL winners have a pretty solid core available at their disposal, which has the potential to thrash any opponent. If the Royal Challengers Bengaluru fail to win seven games out of the remaining eight, then they can just say goodbye to the hopes of qualifying for the IPL 2024 playoffs.?



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IPL 2024 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Play-off Qualification Scenario | RCB Qualification Scenario

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IPL 2024: Fan favourite Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is once again under the radar following a string of poor performances in the ongoing season of the IPL 2024. The Faf du Plessis-led side is currently languishing at the bottom of the IPL 2024 Points Table with a mere solitary victory this season in eight matches.



RCB's recent loss came against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who defeated them by a mere 1 run in the final ball of the innings. Despite the sublime efforts from Will Jacks, Rajat Patidar and Karn Sharma, who launched three sixes in the final over against Mitchell Starc, RCB fell 1 run shy of the win over KKR at the Eden Gardens.



Their top batters failed to perform in the game, and their bowlers had a regular off day at business. 



The summary so far for RCB in the TATA IPL 2024 is that they have just a solitary win in eight outings. The Virat Kohli-starer side is languishing at the bottom of the Points Table with just two points and an abysmal net run rate as well.



As the IPL 2024 approaches the end of the first phase of the tournament, the path ahead is going to be challenging for the RCB, as they look to rectify the mistakes and win a few games from here on.



RCB still have six games on their plate, which can be used efficiently to bring their IPL 2024 campaign back on track. The road ahead is just a bed of roses, but a proper struggle. If going by the current scenario, it's very unlikely for RCB to enter the top 4 spots.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Qualification Scenarios for RCB - Maximum 14 Points</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2024/03/RCB-2024-IPL-1024x683.jpg" alt="IPL 2024: RCB almost OUT of IPL 2024 Playoff Race, Qualification Scenarios for RCB in IPL 2024" class="wp-image-128700" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Image: IPLT20</figcaption></figure>



The first-placed team - Rajasthan Royals - is already at 12 points and they will only require a couple of wins from here to seal their spot in the IPL 2024 playoffs. Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad are also placed comfortably in the second and third place with 10 points each. A few wins from the remaining matches will seal a place to them for the playoffs.



The fight will be the fourth spot, which is currently held by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) with eight points. There is a slight chance here to slide and qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs.



Even to reach the fourth spot, RCB will required to win most of their remaining six matches in the season. CSK is likely at four wins and they will very likely close on 6-7 wins at the end of the league stage, so RCB will require 7 wins at least to topple the yellow franchise at number four.



Moreover, winning games is not sufficient for the team in Blue and Red, they will also require big wins to improve their net run rate which has taken a huge blow. Their current net run rate after the fixture against KKR stands at -1.046. 



RCB will reach 14 points maximum if they manage to win the remaining of their six games, which will take them to seven season wins. However, doing that will be a challenging task as their upcoming contests in the payback week are against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings.



Even a single loss from here on would result in RCB searching for the calculator and hoping that a few fixtures of other teams go their way, which certainly they do not want this season. As of now, they have control of the situation on their hands, but it could get worse if they lose in the upcoming games.



RCB's next assignment in the <a href="https://iplt20.com">IPL</a> 2024 is against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. This is the same venue where SRH smashed MI's bowling unit to a massive 277 runs in 20 overs. With such a vulnerable bowling line, RCB will find it hard to restrict the SRH batters, who are having a proper show in the IPL 2024.



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IPL 2024: RCB almost OUT of IPL 2024 Playoff Race, Qualification Scenarios for RCB in IPL 2024

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RCB vs DC PL 2024: It is a clash of hopes, it is a fight for their pride, it is RCB vs DC in the final leg of the Group stage of the TATA IPL 2024. A loss here will dump all the dreams of the fans of these two franchises which they have built up in the past week. Here we are with the RCB and DC Qualification Scenario For Playoffs before RCB vs DC in IPL 2024.



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><h2>Content:</h2><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#rcb-vs-dc-match-preview">RCB vs DC Match Preview</a></li><li class=""><a href="#ipl-points-table-2024">IPL Points Table 2024</a></li><li class=""><a href="#rcb-and-dc-qualification-scenario">RCB and DC Qualification Scenario</a><ul><li class=""><a href="#rcb-qualification-scenario">RCB Qualification Scenario</a></li><li class=""><a href="#dc-qualification-scenario">DC Qualification Scenario</a></li></ul></li></ul></nav></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="rcb-vs-dc-match-preview">RCB vs DC Match Preview</h2>



Practically, the road of Playoffs for RCB is crushed already. The maximum they can reach is up to 14 points, which is nowhere near the qualification mark. Virat Kohli said that they are not looking at the points table at the moment and just want to play good cricket, but this contest is all it takes for their fortune in the TATA IPL 2024.



They will clash against a side that will miss their regular skipper due to a match ban following continuous slow overrate matches. Delhi Capitals are in a better condition than RCB as they have won 6 out of 12. They can reach 16 points if they take down RCB and LSG in their last fixture. 



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2020/11/Virat-Kihli-and-Shreyas-IyerRCB-vs-DC-1.jpg" alt="Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer(SC vs RCB)" class="wp-image-20685" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">RCB vs DC 2019 | Image - BCCI/IPL</figcaption></figure>



Delhi Capitals will be led by Axar Patel in the match against RCB. If we look at the history, RCB has been dominating DC in the total 30 matches played between them with 18 wins. DC managed to win 11 and one ended without any result.



An important match and with the clouds over the head, pride will be on the line for both teams as the stage is set at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.



Let's take a look at IPL Points Table and the possible scenarios for RCB and DC to qualify:



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="ipl-points-table-2024">IPL Points Table 2024</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>POS</th><th>TEAMS</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>Kolkata Knight Riders (Q)</td><td>12</td><td>9</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>18</td><td>1.428</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>11</td><td>8</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>16</td><td>0.476</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>12</td><td>7</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>14</td><td>0.406</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Chennai Super Kings</td><td>12</td><td>6</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.491</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>12</td><td>6</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>-0.316</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>12</td><td>6</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>-0.769</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>12</td><td>5</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>0.217</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>12</td><td>5</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>-1.063</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Mumbai Indians (E)</td><td>13</td><td>4</td><td>9</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>-0.271</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Punjab Kings (E)</td><td>12</td><td>4</td><td>8</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>-0.423</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="rcb-and-dc-qualification-scenario">RCB and DC Qualification Scenario</h2>



The scenarios for both sides are full of all but "If". Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad are the three sides that are almost sure to qualify and the spot 4 is left with CSK, DC, LSG, and RCB fighting.



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="rcb-qualification-scenario">RCB Qualification Scenario</h4>



First talking about RCB, they have played 12 matches till now and have won 5 and are left with two more to play; one against Delhi Capitals (today) and the second against Chennai Super Kings. They have to win both and expect that RR defeats CSK in the day match today. Also, they need either DC or MI or both to defeat LSG.



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RCB have no threat from GT as they are very low on NRR. Bangalore are currently in 7th position in the points table and hold a good NRR.



<ul>
<li>RCB need to defeat DC today</li>



<li>RCB need to defeat CSK on 18th May</li>



<li>RR to beat CSK today</li>



<li>DC, MI to defeat LSG with a small margin.</li>
</ul>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="dc-qualification-scenario">DC Qualification Scenario</h4>



The Capitals' path is clear and not very much dependent on others. They need to win both their remaining games with good margins to take care of their NRR and they will be in if they surpass the NRR of <a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/cricket-team/chennai-super-kings/58">CSK</a>.



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<ul>
<li>DC need to defeat RCB today</li>



<li>DC need to defeat LSG on 14 May</li>



<li>RCB or RR to defeat CSK</li>
</ul>



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IPL 2024: RCB and DC Qualification Scenario For Playoffs. Can RCB still Qualify? RCB vs DC Analysis

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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 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.

IND vs ENG: Indian veteran pacer Mohammed Shami eyeing a World record in the 1st ODI against England

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In what promises to be an exciting and thrilling contest, Steve Smith-led Australia and Dhananjaya de Silva's Sri Lanka are set to lock horns versus each other in the second and the last match of the two-match Test-Series at the Galle International Stadium of Galle from the 6th of February onwards (Wednesday). 
In the opening encounter of the series, the Mighty Aussies secured a comfortable victory by an inning and 242 runs and this win helped them to take an unassailable lead of 1-0 in the two-match series. In such a situation, the Dhananjaya de Silva-led Sri Lanka would be looking to make a strong comeback by rectifying their mistakes in the second match. 
Ahead of this exciting contest, some thrilling player battles will be seen taking place between the star players of both teams which can go on to affect the outcome of the match. We will be taking a look at those player battles in this article
While the Kangaroos have already taken the lead in the series, the home side will have the chance to make a strong comeback by taking advantage of the home conditions on offer. It will be interesting to see which team finishes out on top in these player battles and which team succumbs to the pressure. 
<h2>Dinesh Chandimal versus Matthew Kuhnemann</h2>
Australia's left-arm orthodox spinner Matthew Kuhnemann failed to create an impact with the ball in the first ball, ending the match with 0 scalps to his name but he can trouble Sri Lankan batters on the spinning track of Galle. 
This will be especially very challenging for experienced wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Chandimal. He is a good player of spin, has a good record against them and also he knows the conditions of Galle quite well but the variations of Kuhnemann can trouble him in the second Test-Match.
<h2>Prabhat Jayasuriya versus Usman Khawaja</h2>
Australia's experienced opening batter Usman Khawaja is in great form with the bat and he also possesses' an excellent batting record on Subcontinental surfaces. While the Australian team management would be happy to see him performing, they might be a little worried in the 2nd match as experienced left-arm spinner Prabhat Jayasuriya can trouble him a lot. 
The 33-year-old has excellent variations up his sleeve and has knack of performing brilliantly in spin-friendly conditions and home conditions. He also got the better of the Southpaw in the opening encounter, dismissing him when he was batting on the score of 232 runs and Jayasuriya would be looking to get the better of Khawaja again in the final match of the series. 
<h2>Other notable player battles</h2>
Apart from the two above-mentioned player battles, the battle between elite Aussie off-spinner Nathan Lyon and promising Sri Lankan batter Kamindu Mendis will also be worth watching out for. 
Angelo Mathews will have to rely on his batting technique to tackle the speed and swing of Mitchell Starc and at the same time, Asitha Fernando has the ability to trouble the Australian duo of Josh Inglis and Marnus Labuschagne with his pace and bounce.
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Mitchell Starc had Kamindu Mendis strangled down leg side, Sri Lanka vs Australia, 1st Test, Galle, 3rd day, January 31, 2025 | Image: Robert Cianflone/Getty Images

Australia led by Steve Smith secured an easy victory in the opening match of the series by a margin of an innings and 242 runs and took an unassailable 1-0 lead in the series. In such a situation, the Sri Lankan team would like to make a strong comeback in the series by correcting its mistakes in the second match. In this match, some interesting player battles will be witnessed between the star players of both teams, which can surely affect the outcome of the match

Sri Lanka and Australia are set to lock horns versus each other in the 2nd and final Test match of the two match series and while the Kangaroos have already secured an unassailable 1-0 lead, the home side would not like to lower their morale as they would want to execute a perfect comeback in the series. Some exciting player battles are also going to take place and we will be taking a look at them