IPL 2021: Rajasthan Royals likely to release their captain Steve Smith ahead of IPL 2021.



Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021: Rajasthan Royals are most likely to free Steve Smith ahead of the IPL 2021. The Rajasthan based franchise will come on the final call shortly before submitting the final list of the released players. BCCI has asked all the franchises to provide the final list of released players by January 20.



One of the strongest reason behind this call is Smith?s poor average form in the previous IPL. Rajasthan Royals has not done well in the past under Smith?s leadership. Smith?s impact as a leader and as a batsman has not been beneficial to the team till now. The Australian batsman amassed 311 runs in 14 outings with a strike rate of 131 which includes three half-centuries.



Rajasthan Royals have won the inaugural season of the Indian Premier League and since then the search for another is still on. The previous season the franchise finished last at the end of the league stages.



<h2>Sanju Samson strong name for becoming the Captain of Rajasthan Royals:</h2>



It is also understood that Royals desperately need a strong Indian core which they are lacking. The side is packed with the high rated overseas stars which make their core. Steve Smith, Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer and Jos Buttler are the prominent overseas names in the list.



If Steve Smith gets free from the franchise, Royals will require a new captain. Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson is the notable name. Samson recently captained Kerala in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.



Sanju Samson was also the leading run-scorer for Rajasthan Royals in 2020 edition of Indian Premier League. He was also picked for the Australian white-ball leg for his dominant performance in the IPL.



According to the sources, the management is not showing interest in making Englishmen Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes the skipper of the side due to their unavailability. It is seen that the English pair arrived late in the previous season and sometimes leaves soon from the IPL.



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IPL 2021: Rajasthan Royals likely to release their captain Steve Smith ahead of IPL 2021

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IPL 2021: Sanju Samson named as the new captain of Rajasthan Royals.



Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021: Dashing batsman Sanju Samson named as the new captain of Rajasthan Royals replacing Steve Smith. The Rajasthan management made the announcement when the final list of retained and released players was submitted.?



In 2013 Rajasthan Royals brought Sanju Samson and he will be the third Indian cricketer to lead Rajasthan Royals in IPL after Rahul Dravid and Ajinkya Rahane. Samson emerged as the highest run-getter for Rajasthan Royals in the delayed season of IPL held in UAE. He amassed 375 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 158 in 14 innings. Though, the franchise finished last in the points table after the league stages ended.



Sanju Samson who will be the youngest skipper of the side will have the experience of all-rounder Ben Stokes, wicketkeeper Josh Buttler and pacer Jofra Archer. The franchise had made the change to overturn the fortunes of the side after they finished last in the previous IPL.



Sanju Samson will also have the services of Robin Uthappa, Rahul Tewatia, Riyan Parag and Jayadev Unadkat.?



<h2>Grateful for the new role: Sanju Samson</h2>



?Rajasthan Royals is a franchise which is too close to my heart. I have been lucky enough to play for them for the years and now got an opportunity to lead the side also. I am excited about my new role and many challenges will come and we will have to collectively solve them,? Samson was quoted as saying by the franchise.



?This team had some many wonderful captains and I am lucky enough to get an opportunity to learn from them. I am very grateful that I have been with some of the greatest players like Rahul Dravid, Shane Watson, Ajinkya Rahane and Steve Smith. I am excited to come in the jersey again with a new role.?



The co-owner of the franchise also wanted to have an Indian core with an Indian lead.



?Steve Smith is a great player and he is a great leader for the franchise and we all want to thank him for his contributions over the years,? Manoj Badale, co-owner of the franchise said.



?As the IPL grows, we have felt the importance of an Indian captain. We have that thought in our mind and the leadership is the main task for the franchise. Sanju is associated with us for many years now. His growth as a player has been incredible. He is the ideal person to lead the Royals into the 2021 season of IPL.?



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IPL 2021: Sanju Samson named as the new captain of Rajasthan Royals

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Vivo IPL 2021: Sanju Samson has evolved as the captain of Rajasthan Royals (RR) says Jos Buttler.



Vivo IPL 2021: Rajasthan Royals (RR) English recruit Jos Buttler heaped praises on young skipper Sanju Samson. Buttler feels that it was a great learning experience for the rookie skipper and he has evolved as a player as the tournament progressed.



The Rajasthan Royals (RR) management replaced former skipper Steve Smith with Sanju Samson in January before the IPL 2021 Auctions.



?It was a great learning experience for him. And I think, as the tournament was going along, at the halfway stage, he was really growing into the role, looking to put together some better, more consistent performances towards the end of the season as a side,? Buttler said in a virtual interactive session arranged by the Royals.



Samson managed to lead his side to three wins in seven games before the elite T20 competition was suspended midway due to rising covid-19 cases in the bio-bubbles.



?I?ve really enjoyed playing under Sanju?s captaincy. I don?t think it changed him at all as a person. He?s quite a free spirited, very relaxed kind of guy and he tried to get that across to the team and that?s how he wanted us to play as a side.?



Buttler feels that to be a successful leader of the side one must be authentic and Sanju has all traits of that.



RR director of cricket operations Kumar Sangakkara was also present in the interactive live session where he applauded a couple of young guns of the side.



Sangakkara was highly impressed with Riyan Parag and said that he has the potential not only to serve Royals but also Indian cricket in the future.



?For us, Riyan Parag is a very, very special player. I think he?s got a huge amount to contribute to not just Royals, but also to Indian cricket in the future, a very special talent that needs care, nurturing and development.?



The 43-years old director eulogises Anuj Rawat, Yashashvi Jaiswal and Chetan Sakariya.



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Vivo IPL 2021: Sanju Samson has evolved as the captain of Rajasthan Royals (RR) says, Jos Buttler

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IPL 2022: 3 Players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might retain ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction.



IPL 2022: The former champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL) surely wants a season to remember now. Rajasthan Royals (RR) were the champions of the inaugural IPL season in 2008 and since then the downfall of the franchise began.



The franchise earlier before the IPL 2021 auction made a key decision to drop Steve Smith from the captain?s role and the reins were handed over to young Sanju Samson. Sanju had a good season with the bat but his captaincy skills was a major concern for RR.



This time around, the Royals will have to make key choices in retaining the players before the IPL 2022 Mega Auction. Here in this article, we will take you through the most probable 3 retention choices of Rajasthan Royals (RR).



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<h2>3 Players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might retain ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction:</h2>



<h3>Sanju Samson:</h3>



The young skipper of the side is an impressive cricketer. On the given day he can blow out the opponent with his batting skills and is really hard to stop once he gets going. He started his IPL 2021 campaign with a century but was inconsistent after that.



Samson will have to sharpen his captaincy skills going further for Rajasthan Royals and will have to cut down the risky elements from his batting. He is a great value for money option for the Royals and the franchise will be keen on retaining him.



<h3>Jofra Archer:</h3>



The English pacer was ruled out of the IPL 2021 due to his injury concerns. Archer leads the pace attack for the Royals and is always thirsty for wickets. He provides initial breakthroughs and can contribute at the death overs.



In 35 IPL games, Archer has scalped 46 wickets. He can be quite handy with the bat too. He can swing his arm and can slog to score crucial runs at the death overs for Rajasthan Royals (RR).



Archer is a worthy option to get retained for RR and it will be interesting to see if the franchise decides to retain him or not.



<h3>Chetan Sakariya:</h3>



The best take-over for Rajasthan Royals (RR) from the suspended IPL 2021 is Chetan Sakariya?s services. The left-arm pacer proved his skills and was leading the attack for the Royals. Despite being so low on experience, Sakariya managed to pick wickets and kept the batsman quiet.



His execution while bowling at death impressed everyone. Sakariya picked seven wickets in seven games for Rajasthan Royals. RR will be keen on grooming him and make him a player of big stages.



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IPL 2022: 3 Players Rajasthan Royals (RR) might retain ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction

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Rajasthan Royals (RR) Retained Players in IPL 2022 Confirmed.



IPL 2022 Mega Auction: Four days prior to the deadline of player retentions, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) have confirmed their first replacement for the IPL 2022. Skipper Sanju Samson has been retained by the inaugural champions for a whopping INR 14 Crores.



The wicketkeeper-batsman is likely to remain the skipper of the side, though, his last outing in the IPL as a skipper wasn?t encouraging.&nbsp;



Furthermore, reports suggest that Rajasthan Royals are expected to retain Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone and Yashasvi Jaiswal as their other three retentions ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 Mega Auction.



The retention window for the existing eight franchises will close by 30th November, following which the two new added franchise will begin their process of picking three players outside the auction table.



Samson joined the Royals family back in 2018 for INR 8 Crores. He was appointed the skipper of the team in the last season following Steve Smith?s failure as the captain.



Though he wasn?t sharp with his captaincy, he does manage to secure 484 runs at a strike rate of 137 in the last season.



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The discussions over the retention of all-rounder Ben Stokes are still going as. Stokes hasn?t played shortest format matches for long and has recently recuperated with his finger injury.?He is currently undergoing training for the upcoming Men's Ashes 2021-22.



The management is also contemplating the retention of Liam Livingstone ahead of the auction. Livingstone has been a sensation for England in T20Is in both bowling and batting. He played brilliantly in the recent T20 World Cup for England.?



There could be a toss-up between England all-rounder Ben Stokes and Liam Livingstone. Either of them could be Rajasthan?s third choice retention while stumper batsman Jos Buttler will remain the second choice for the retention.



The uncapped Yashaswi Jaiswal is going to be RR?s fourth and last replacement. Jaiswal will be retained for INR 4 Crores as he is still an uncapped Indian cricketer.



<h2>Rajasthan Royals (RR) Retained Players in IPL 2022:</h2>



<ol><li>Sanju Samson - INR 14 Crore</li><li>Jos Buttler</li><li>Ben Stokes/Liam Livingstone</li><li>Yashashvi Jaiswal - INR 4 Crore</li></ol>



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IPL 2022 Mega Auction: Rajasthan Royals (RR) Retained Players in IPL 2022 Confirmed

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RR Full Players List in IPL 2022: Rajasthan Royals won the first season of the Indian Premier League in 2008 under Shane Warne?s captaincy and since then it has been a barren run for the team in pink. They have reached the playoffs three times following their 2008 success but couldn?t repeat the heroics they did back during the inaugural season.



The Royals have largely relied upon their overseas players predominantly the Englishmen. The likes of Jos Buttler, Jofra Archer, Liam Livingstone and Ben Stokes used to form a strong core for the team which apparently dented their hopes several times. However, the franchise has promised to start fresh in the coming season and have taken a necessary step for it.



The franchise has retained just three players from their previous squad and this article is intended to take you through RR Full Players List in IPL 2022 - Retained, Released, Updated Squad after Mega Auction.



<h2 id="rr-retained-player-list-for-ipl-2022">RR Retained Player List for IPL 2022:</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>S NO</td><td>Player Name</td><td>Price (INR)</td></tr><tr><td>01</td><td>Sanju Samson</td><td>INR 14 Crores</td></tr><tr><td>02</td><td>Jos Buttler</td><td>INR 10 Crores</td></tr><tr><td>03</td><td>Yashasvi Jaiswal</td><td>INR 4 Crore</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 id="rr-buy-below-players-on-day-1-of-ipl-2022-mega-auction">RR buy below players on Day 1 of IPL 2022 Mega Auction:</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>PLAYERS</td><td>COUNTRY</td><td>BASE PRICE</td><td>SOLD FOR</td></tr><tr><td>Faf du Plessis</td><td>SA</td><td>2 crore</td><td>7 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Harshal Patel</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>10.75 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Wanindu Hasaranga</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>1 crore</td><td>10.75 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Dinesh Karthik</td><td>India</td><td>2 crore</td><td>5.5 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Josh Hazlewood</td><td>Australia</td><td>2 crore</td><td>7.75 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Shahbaz Ahmed</td><td>India</td><td>30 lakh</td><td>2.4 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Anuj Rawat</td><td>India</td><td>20 lakh</td><td>3.4 crore</td></tr><tr><td>Akash Deep</td><td>India</td><td>20 lakh</td><td>20 lakh</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>















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The other two options for retentions could be the likes of all-rounder Ben Stokes and ace pacer Jofra Archer, however, the major concern is their fitness and availability. Stokes has recently returned to international cricket following a months-long break while Archer has been ruled out for a year following his elbow injury.



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<h2 id="key-player-released-by-rajasthan-royals-rr">Key Player Released by Rajasthan Royals (RR):</h2>



<ul><li>Ben Stokes</li><li>Jofra Archer</li><li>Liam Livingstone</li><li>Mustafizur Rahman</li></ul>



<h2 id="rr-purse-details-for-ipl-2022">RR Purse Details for IPL 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Total Purse Value</td><td>Retention Deduction</td><td>Salary Purse Available</td></tr><tr><td>INR 90 Crores</td><td>INR 28 Crores</td><td>INR 62 Crores</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 id="rr-list-of-players-released-in-ipl-2022-mega-auction">RR List of Players Released in IPL 2022 Mega Auction:</h2>



<ul><li>Riyan Parag,&nbsp;</li><li>Shreyas Gopal,&nbsp;</li><li>Ben Stokes,</li><li>Jofra Archer,</li><li>Rahul Tewatia,&nbsp;</li><li>Mahipal Lomror,&nbsp;</li><li>Kartik Tyagi,&nbsp;</li><li>Jaydev Unadkat,&nbsp;</li><li>Mayank Markande,&nbsp;</li><li>Anuj Rawat,&nbsp;</li><li>David Miller,&nbsp;</li><li>Manan Vohra,&nbsp;</li><li>Shivam Dube,&nbsp;</li><li>Chris Morris,&nbsp;</li><li>Mustafizur Rahim,&nbsp;</li><li>Chetan Sakariya,&nbsp;</li><li>K.C. Cariappa,&nbsp;</li><li>Kuldip Yadav,&nbsp;</li><li>Liam Livingstone,&nbsp;</li><li>Akash Singh,&nbsp;</li><li>Glenn Phillips,&nbsp;</li><li>Tabraiz Shamsi,&nbsp;</li><li>Oshane Thomas,&nbsp;</li><li>Evin Lewis.&nbsp;</li></ul>



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RR Full Players List in IPL 2022 - Retained, Released, Updated Squad after Mega Auction

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The Rajasthan Royals have always given it their all in every IPL season right since the beginning of the prestigious league. They've displayed tremendous performance in major departments of the game but unfortunately for them in quite some seasons in the past they've not been able to achieve much glory despite having drafted in a good set of players in every auction prior to the starting of the league.&nbsp;



What's lacking is some basic planned structure which is supposed to hold all the departments together and maintain the overall balance in the squad. Their big signings haven't really made an impact on several occasions. The clearest example of the above is the fact that they haven't been able to find each of their players a particular role in the team.&nbsp;



Since the position and role of the players aren't fixed, it results in total disbalance and fluctuations in their performances at some point in time or the other in their campaign. Hence what's most important for the royals is to get the entire squad together and do a good amount of study in regard to the players' roles based on their respective abilities and strengths.&nbsp;



Another aspect related to this is the opening pair which shall be a topic of major discussion for the majority of the clubs. Therefore Rajasthan like all others would also be looking to have a really nice opening combination so as to make their team chemistry even stronger which might, in turn, increase the stability of the entire batting lineup.&nbsp;



Given below are three of the most possible opening pairs that Rajasthan Royals might use in this IPL season:-



<h2>1. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler</h2>



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One of the most feasible options for Rajasthan is to go with the duo of young Yashasvi Jaiswal and wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler. This is the pair that Rajasthan kept faith in the last season and it seemed to pay off incredibly well. 



Both provided their side with explosive starts in most of the games as they made good use of the powerplay to score with high strike rates early on. A smart thing for Rajasthan will be to choose the best alternative from a given set of options and as far as the opening combination is concerned, it doesn't really seem as if needs any sort of rebuilding. 



Thus moving on with the&nbsp; Buttler-Jaiswal duo shouldn't really be a bad option for Rajasthan Royals.



Yashasvi Jaiswal (IPL stats):-



Matches ? 13, Runs ? 289, Average ? 22.2, Strike Rate ? 136.3



Jos Buttler (IPL stats):-



Matches ? 65, Runs ? 1968, Average ? 35.1, Strike Rate ? 150.0



<h2>2. Sanju Samson and Jos Buttler</h2>



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Just in case the team management thinks about bringing their best players out in front at the top then there's a chance of Jos Buttler coming out to open the innings with Captain Sanju Samson. 



The ruse might turn out to work pretty well considering the fact that the two have had several experiences of batting together in the past for the franchise and have displayed fantastic numbers both individually and collectively. When these two fire, the royals have always emerged victorious even in the toughest of circumstances. 



Sanju Samson without a doubt has been a highly impactful player for the Royals and won his side many matches single-handedly since he joined them back in 2014 as a teenager. His opening the innings with an experienced Jos Buttler by his side shall definitely be a big threat to the opposition right from ball 1. 



This might further relieve Rajasthan from the concerns of getting the opposition under pressure with counterattack since both the batters have the ability to raise up their strike rates at will.



Sanju Samson (IPL stats):-



Matches ? 121, Runs ? 3068, Average ? 29.2, Strike Rate ? 134.3



<h2>3. Jos Buttler and Devdutt Padikkal</h2>



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Another good looking opening combination shall be using Devdutt Padikkal alongside Jos Buttler to open the innings. Thanks to their wonderful auctioning of players, Rajasthan have a lot of options for a particular position in their batting lineup. 



Devdutt Padikkal took the IPL by storm in the 2020 edition as a 20-year-old while playing for Bangalore was a fine pick for Rajasthan. Using him at the top of the order could be a good plan considering his wonderful performances while opening the batting in the past. The player who won the emerging player of the season award shall be a very much able option to provide the Royals with a thunderous start in each game as he did for his previous franchise. 



The pair of Padikkal and Buttler shall also provide the Royals with a left-right opening combination which is furthermore good to disturb the opposition bowlers at the early stages of the innings. Hence the above-mentioned pair too shall be a perfect match to fill the opening slot for Rajasthan Royals in this IPL season.



Devdutt Padikkal (IPL stats):-



Matches ? 29, Runs ? 884, Average ? 31.6, Strike Rate ? 125.0



Our Prediction: Although all of the above-mentioned pairs are more or less likely to be fitting in that opening slot for the Rajasthan royals this season, we particularly think that the Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler pair shall be the most suitable choice for the Royals to open the batting this season.



The duo had been incredibly consistent last season for their side and was the major reason for their victories in most of the games. It was the fluent starts provided by this duo that Rajasthan managed to win quite a few matches towards the latter half of the tournament last season.&nbsp;



Their rare ability to bat with a mammoth strike rate right from ball 1 was extremely useful to the royals as the duo made maximum use of the powerplay to keep the opposition bowlers under pressure in the first 6 overs. A team like the Rajasthan who have not really found consistent results in the past few seasons would really not like to break an aspect of their batting lineup which is doing so well already.&nbsp;



Moving on with the already in form batting duo of Jaiswal and Buttler in this IPL season is surely bound to provide them with the results they are demanding for. Thus the above-mentioned duo in our opinion shall be RR's&nbsp; opening pair in this IPL season in all probabilities. 



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IPL 2022: Top 3 Possible Opening Partnerships for Rajasthan Royals

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IPL 2022: MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction - Five times champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match number 9 of the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 in the DY Patil Stadium on 2nd April 2022.



This article will lead you through IPL 2022: MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Match Preview, Head to Head, Pitch Report etc.



<h2>IPL 2022: MI vs RR Match Preview:</h2>



Rohit Sharma spearheaded Mumbai Indians (MI) again bowed down to their jinxed first match of the season. MI continued its 9-years-old tradition of losing the first match as Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by four wickets.



Mumbai were brilliant with their batting. Openers fired, middle-order showed good resistance and offered timely boundaries. Moreover, the finishers did their job perfectly, however, bowing became their main concern.?



MI bowlers disappointed by giving loose boundaries to Delhi Capitals. Even Jasprit Bumrah had a rough outing that day against DC. The franchise doesn?t have a fancy bowling lineup currently with all their stars getting dispersed during the auction.



Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals registered a thumping win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in its first match. Sanju Samson-led RR scored a massive 210 runs with the bat and their bowling was also commendable.



RR bowlers restricted SRH to mere 149 runs total and stamped its authority in the game by 61 runs.



<h2>IPL 2022: MI vs RR Match Details:</h2>



Match - Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Match 09



Teams - Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals (MI vs RR)



Day/Date - Saturday/April 2, 2022



Venue - DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai



Time - 3: 30 PM IST



<h2>IPL 2022: MI vs RR Pitch Report:</h2>



The two matches held here until now in the Tata IPL 2022 have gone exactly opposite. While the first match became a high scoring thriller, the second one ended as a low scoring. The stadium offers short boundaries and there won?t be much help for the spinners. Meanwhile, batters will enjoy their time here, but not before settling on the surface. Dew is a real thing and it gets trickier to handle the wet ball, so the captain winning the toss will certainly opt to bowl first.



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<h2>IPL 2022: MI vs RR Playing XI and Full Squad:</h2>



MI Playing XI: Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Kieron Pollard, Tim David, Daniel Sams, Murugan Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Tymal Mills, Basil Thampi



MI Full Squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Mayank Markande, Jasprit Bumrah, Anmolpreet Singh, Fabian Allen, Kieron Pollard, Ramandeep Singh, Tim David, Arjun Tendulkar, Daniel Sams, Jaydev Unadkat, Murugan Ashwin, Tymal Mills, Basil Thampi, Aryan Juyal, Dewald Brevis, Sanjay Yadav, Riley Meredith, Hrithik Shokeen, Rahul Buddhi, Arshad Khan



RR Playing XI: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c &amp; wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Prasidh Krishna



RR Full Squad: Sanju Samson (c &amp; wk),? Yashasvi Jaiswal, Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jos Buttler, Anunay Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult, Prasidh Krishna, Navdeep Saini, Karun Nair, Rassie van der Dussen, Daryl Mitchell, Obed McCoy, KC Cariappa, Tejas Baroka, James Neesham, Kuldip Yadav, Kuldeep Sen, Dhruv Jurel, Shubham Garhwal



<h2>IPL 2022: MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Tips:</h2>



Rohit Sharma, Jos Buttler, Suryakumar Yadav, Devdutt Padikkal, Sanju Samson (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Kieron Pollard, Yuzvendra Chahal (vc), Murugan Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna.



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IPL 2022: MI vs RR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Match Preview, Head to Head, Pitch Report

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IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction: Sanju Samson marshalled Rajasthan Royals (RR) will cross swords against Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in match number 13 of the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on Tuesday, April 5 in the Wankhede Stadium.



This article will take you through IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Match Preview, Head to Head, Pitch Report etc.



<h2>IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Match Preview:</h2>



Rajasthan Royals (RR) are off to a rocking start in the ongoing season of the IPL. Owing to the best selection of squad during the player auction, RR have been able to do well right from the start of the tournament.



Sanju Samson and Co have played two matches in the IPL 2022 and have successfully managed to win both of them. Notably, in both the games, RR lost the toss and were asked to play in the challenging phase, but owing to the star-studded lineup, RR convincingly managed to get through.



On the other side, RCB is having a mixed season so far. The team has managed to open their account with a win in their last game against KKR. However, RCB was thrashed by Punjab Kings (PBKS) in its opening match despite putting up a gigantic total.



Nevertheless, the franchise would hope to extend its winning run in the IPL 2022 as they face undefeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Tuesday.



<h2>IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Match Details:</h2>



Match ? Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Match 13



Teams ? Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RR vs RCB)



Day/Date ? Tuesday/April 5, 2022



Venue ? Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai



Time ? 7: 30 PM IST



<h2>IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Pitch Report:</h2>



Wankhede is known as batter?s paradise and another high scoring thriller will be on the cards as Rajasthan takes on Bangalore. There will be a bit of help for the seamers early on in the innings, however, the batters will take over once they settle down. Dew is definitely going to play its huge impact in the game.?



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<h2>IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Playing XI and Full Squad:</h2>



RR Playing XI: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c &amp; wk), Devdutt Padikkal, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, Ravichandran Ashwin, Navdeep Saini, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Prasidh Krishna



RR Full Squad: Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (c &amp; wk), KC Cariappa, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag, James Neesham, Ravichandran Ashwin, Devdutt Padikkal, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Prasidh Krishna, Shubham Garhwal, Karun Nair, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rassie van der Dussen, Daryl Mitchell, Obed McCoy, Tejas Baroka, Kuldip Yadav, Navdeep Saini, Anunay Singh, Kuldeep Sen, Dhruv Jurel, Nathan Coulter-Nile



RCB Playing XI: Faf du Plessis (c), Anuj Rawat, Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Shahbaz Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga, David Willey, Harshal Patel, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj



RCB Full Squad: Mohammed Siraj, Faf du Plessis (c), Dinesh Karthik (wk), Rajat Patidar, Anuj Rawat, Virat Kohli, Sherfane Rutherford, Chama V Milind, Shahbaz Ahmed, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Akash Deep, Siddarth Kaul, Karn Sharma, David Willey, Mahipal Lomror, Finn Allen, Suyash Prabhudessai, Aneeshwar Gautam



<h2>IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Tips:</h2>



Faf du Plessis, Jos Buttler (c), Sanju Samson, Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal (vc), Prasidh Krishna.



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IPL 2022: RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Match Preview, Head to Head, Pitch Report

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IPL 2022: RR vs LSG Dream11 Prediction: Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match number 20 of the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 on April 10 in the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.



This article will lead you through IPL 2022: RR vs LSG Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Match Preview, Pitch Report etc.



<h2>IPL 2022 RR vs LSG Match Preview:</h2>



Rajasthan Royals (RR) is placed fourth in the points table with two wins from three matches while Lucknow is placed just above RR with three wins in four matches in the IPL 2022.



The Royals though have lost their last match against Royal Challengers Bangalore, they just need to stick to their basics. RR have one of the best IPL squad currently, with all the bases covered with experienced players.



While on the other side, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will look to extend their winning streak. KL Rahul and his men will be high on confidence following their three consecutive wins in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League.



<h2>IPL 2022 RR vs LSG Match Details:</h2>



Match ? Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Match 20



Teams ? Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants (RR vs LSG)



Day/Date ? Sunday/April 10, 2022



Venue ? Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.



Time ? 7: 30 PM IST



<h2>IPL 2022 RR vs LSG Pitch Report:</h2>



Wankhede is known to produce high scoring fixtures. The surface aids the seamers upfront with movement through the air along with good bounce. Meanwhile, the batters will enjoy it once they get settled on the pitch. Fans can expect a high scoring match between Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants.



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<h2>IPL 2022 RR vs LSG Playing XI and Full Squad:</h2>



RR Playing XI: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Devdutt Padikkal, Sanju Samson, Shimron Hetmyer, Riyan Parag/James Neesham, R Ashwin, Navdeep Saini, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Prasidh Krishna.



RR Full Squad: Sanju Samson (Captain), James Neesham, Yashasvi Jaiswal, R Ashwin, Karun Nair, Trent Boult, Shimron Hetmyer, Devdutt Padikkal, Kuldeep Yadav,? Prasidh Krishna, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Sen, Riyan Parag, Shubham Garhwal, Jos Buttler, KC Cariappa, Navdeep Saini, Obed McCoy, Arunay Singh, Dhruv Jurel, Tejas Baroka, Rassie Van Der Dussen, Daryl Mitchell.



LSG Playing XI: KL Rahul, Quinton De Kock, Evin Lewis, Deepak Hooda, Krunal Pandya, Ayush Badoni, K Gowtham, Jason Holder, Avesh Khan, Andrew Tye, Ravi Bishnoi.



LSG Full Squad: KL Rahul (captain &amp; wk), Avesh Khan, Ankit Rajpoot, Manish Pandey, Deepak Hooda, Krunal Pandya, Kyle Mayers, Evin Lewis, Ravi Bishnoi, Marcus Stoinis,? Ayush Badoni, Dushmantha Chameera, Jason Holder, Andrew Tye, Manan Vohra, Krishnappa Gowtham, Quinton de Kock (wk), Shahbaz Nadeem, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Karan Sharma.



<h2>IPL 2022: RR vs LSG Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Tips:</h2>



Quinton De Kock, Jos Buttler, KL Rahul, Sanju Samson, Deepak Hooda, Shimron Hetmyer,? Krunal Pandya, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan.



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ENGLAND Tour of India 2025: After the conclusion of the iconic Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25, Team India is set to host England for a white-ball series. The first home assignment of 2025 for India will feature five T20Is and three ODIs. 
India’s cricketing fortunes took a tumble in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with a 3-1 series defeat to Australia. After four years of Indian dominance, the Aussies finally broke through, reclaiming the trophy in emphatic style.
A lackluster performance from India’s batting lineup, coupled with a struggling skipper Rohit Sharma, left much to be desired. Jasprit Bumrah stood tall as the lone warrior in the bowling department, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.
Now, as 2025 kicks off, India has a golden opportunity to turn things around. The upcoming home series against England in January couldn’t have come at a better time. With the ICC Champions Trophy also on the horizon later this year, it’s crucial for India’s star players to regain their form and confidence. This England tour isn’t just another bilateral series; it’s a stepping stone to redemption and preparation for the global stage.
Looking back at the history between these two sides in the white-ball format, India holds a slight edge. Out of 107 ODIs, India has emerged victorious 58 times, while England has won 44. In T20Is, the battle is even closer, with India winning 13 of the 24 matches and England taking 11. With such a competitive rivalry, fans can expect fireworks as India aims to make a strong statement ahead of the Champions Trophy.
For the 2025 series, England have announced the Squad for their India tour while India were waiting for the BGT to be over. Let's take a look at the ENGLAND tour of INDIA 2025 Schedule, Full Squads, TIming, Venues and All You Need To Know!
<h2>ENGLAND Tour of INDIA 2025 Schedule</h2>
England and India are scheduled to play a five-match T20I series starting on 22 January at Eden Gardens. The two teams will then head to Chennai, Rajkot, Pune, and at last Mumbai for the last match of the series.
Then the two teams will play an ODI series starting on February 6. The ODI series will also wrap up till 12 and the focus will then shift to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. 
<h3> T20I Schedule</h3>
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<h2>ENGLAND Tour of INDIA 2025 Squads</h2>
<h3>T20I Squads</h3>
India- Yet to be announced
England- Jos Buttler (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood
<h3>ODI Squads</h3>
India- Yet to be announced
England- Jos Buttler (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood
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India faces England in January 2025 after a disappointing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This series is crucial for India to regain form ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy later in the year.

India hosts England in January, seeking redemption and preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy after losing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

ENGLAND tour of INDIA 2025 Schedule, Full Squads, TIming, Venues and All You Need To Know!

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India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant is all set to go past MS Dhoni in the elite list of Indian players in Test cricket. The left-hander is just 6 sixes away from surpassing former keeper-batter in the most number of sixes for the national team in the history of the longest format of the game.
Rishabh Pant currently has 72 sixes in Test cricket in just 75 innings, which says a lot about his calibre as a player in the longest format of the game. MS Dhoni, on the other hand, has hit 78 sixes in the 144 innings that he has played for the team in the longest format of the game.
Virender Sehwag sits at the top of the list in the most number of sixes for the Indian team in Tests with 90 maximums in 178 innings. Current captain Rohit Sharma is second on the charts with 88 maximums to his name from 116 innings. 
<h2>Most sixes for India in Test Cricket: </h2>
Sehwag - 90 (178 innings)
Rohit - 88 (116 innings)
Dhoni - 78 (144 innings)
Pant - 72* (75 innings) 
Rishabh Pant has been one of the finest batters in world cricket. The keeper-batter proved his prowess in the ongoing game against Australia, which is the fifth game of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. The India batter has tilted the game for his team in the second innings. 
While every other bat struggled to get going, Rishabh Pant oozed his class with the bat and dominated the opposition. He played the attacking brand of cricket and put the Australian bowlers under pressure in what was a tough pitch to bat. 
<h2>India made a strong comeback on Day two of the ongoing fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25</h2>
Coming to the match, India made a strong comeback on Day two of the ongoing fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. They were right on the money with the bat and ball at the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Saturday. 
Australia, who resumed at nine for one, didn't have a great start to day two as Marnus Labuschagne fell early. Sam Konstas (23) and Steve Smith (33) tried to bring Australia back with their innings but their partnership could last only 20 runs. 
India kept taking wickets at regular wickets, but debutant Beau Webster (57)  slammed a half-century, and a vital hand from Alex Carey (21:36b, 4x4) took Australia to 181, four runs behind India. 
India had a solid start to their second innings as  Yashasvi Jaiswal (22) and KL Rahul (13) added 42 runs for the opening stand. But after that, Australia made a strong comeback and picked wickets at regular intervals to reduce India to 78 for four. 
But it was Rishabh Pant (61) who slammed a half-century in a flash and took the game away as it allowed India to take the lead of over 120. At stumps on Day two, India was 141 for six with the lead of 145 runs and Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar at crease. 
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Rishabh Pant on the verge of going past Ms Dhoni in this massive feat in the Tests

India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant is all set to go past MS Dhoni in the elite list of Indian players in Test cricket

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As the 5th Test between India and Australia unfolds, fans are watching an intense battle with high stakes. India, leading by 145 runs at the end of Day 2, has lost six wickets, leaving them in a tough spot. The outcome of the match could depend on whether India can stretch their lead further on Day 3. If they manage to add another 200 runs, they'll have a chance to secure victory, but it will require strong performances from their remaining batsmen.
Results of the IND vs AUS Test Series (Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25) Australia has taken the lead in this series with two wins out of the five matches played. On the other hand, India has managed to secure one victory, with one match ending in a draw, adding to the overall unpredictability of the series.
Potential for a Draw in this Test Series As the IND vs AUS series reaches its climax, the possibility of a draw remains a realistic outcome. With Australia leading 2-1 in the series, India is under immense pressure to win the final Test to level the series. Given the current match scenario, where India has a slender lead and has lost six wickets, achieving victory will be a challenging task.
Final Stand:
India leads by 145 runs at the end of Day 2 in the 5th Test against Australia, with Rishabh Pant's performance standing out. Despite the lead, Australia remains in a strong position as the match intensifies.

IND VS AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25

The Final Stand" heats up as India leads by 145 runs in the 5th Test. Key performances from India’s lower order and Australia’s bowlers will determine the series' outcome in this high-stakes battle.

India vs AUSTALIA: The Final Stand

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England's former captain Michael Vaughan believes that fierce-rivals India and Pakistan should play a Test-Match versu each other in Australia. He believes that if this happens, then Test Cricket will witness a great surge of growth and this match will also increase the excitement of the longest format of the game. 
However, Michael Vaughan admits that this is not easy due to political reasons between India and Pakistan, but this option can be considered. Apart from this, if the ICC gets involved in this matter, then there are chances of things working out.
<h2>"I want Pakistan and India to play a Test-Match versus each other on Australian Soil"</h2>
In an interview with the Times of India (TOI), Vaughan said, "I wish that both rivals Pakistan and India play Test-Matches versus each other on Australian soil. Both teams do square off against each other in the Asia Cup and the ICC Tournaments, but both of them haven't faced each other in red ball Cricket since a really long time. I want both of them face each other in the longest format of the game, but the only problem is that they cannot face each other in their home conditions. 
Therefore, as a solution to the problem, they can play Test Cricket versus each other in Australia or England. If this happens, it will be one of the biggest moments of the game and they will surely receive support in huge numbers."
"Pakistan &amp; India playing Test-Matches versus each other is going to prove to be absolutely phenomenal for the longest format of the game. Although, I am aware about the amount of politics involved in this matter, I believe both the teams can consider playing Tests at the Adelaide Oval, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) or the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)," Vaughan added. 
It's worth noting that the Indian and Pakistani teams have not faced each other in the Test format for almost 18 years. The last Test series between the two teams was played in 2007-08, but since then the two teams have not faced each other in Tests.
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Michael Vaughan wants Fierce-Rivals India and Pakistan to play Test-Matches versus each other in Australia

India vs Pakistan: Will the two rivals play a test match versus each other? This English legend wants them to play in

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The Test series between India and Australia result has significantly impacted the ICC Men’s Test Team Rankings and the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Standings. The South Africa National Cricket team secured a spot in the WTC final after their victory in the first Test match against Pakistan, while Australia holds the second spot with 118 points.

<h3>ICC Men's Test Team Rankings Table</h3>
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</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">South Africa</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">27</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2947</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">109</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">4</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">England</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">50</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">5303</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">106</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 40px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 40px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">5</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 40px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">New Zealand</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 40px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">37</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 40px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3536</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 40px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">96</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">6</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Sri Lanka</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">28</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2436</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">87</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Pakistan</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">24</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2060</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">86</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">8</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">West Indies</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">29</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2184</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">75</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">9</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Bangladesh</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">29</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">1884</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">65</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">10</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Ireland</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">5</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">131</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">26</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Zimbabwe</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">4</td>
</tr>
<tr style="height: 20px;">
<td style="width: 14.3432%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">12</td>
<td style="width: 21.4286%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Afghanistan</td>
<td style="width: 14.5529%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 11.1134%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 11.3129%; height: 20px; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Standings Table</h3>
<table border="1" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 94.1035%; border-width: 1px; border-spacing: 0px;"><caption>WTC Points table</caption>
<thead>
<tr>
<th style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Position</th>
<th style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Team</th>
<th style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Matches Played</th>
<th style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Won</th>
<th style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Lost</th>
<th style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Draw</th>
<th style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Points Deduction</th>
<th style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Points</th>
<th style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Points Percentage (PCT)</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">1</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">South Africa</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">1</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">88</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">66.67</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Australia</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">16</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">10</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">4</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">10</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">118</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">61.46</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">India</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">18</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">9</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">114</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">52.78</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">4</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">New Zealand</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">14</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">81</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">48.21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">5</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Sri Lanka</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">5</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">6</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">60</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">45.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">6</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">England</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">22</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">10</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">1</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">22</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">114</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">43.18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Bangladesh</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">12</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">4</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">8</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">45</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">31.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">8</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">Pakistan</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">4</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">8</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">40</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">30.30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="width: 9.70235%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">9</td>
<td style="width: 12.3054%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">West Indies</td>
<td style="width: 13.7253%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">11</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2</td>
<td style="width: 6.38935%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">7</td>
<td style="width: 6.98096%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">2</td>
<td style="width: 15.0268%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">0</td>
<td style="width: 8.04585%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">32</td>
<td style="width: 21.4162%; border-width: 1px; padding: 10px;">24.24</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Points System in WTC
<ul>
<li>Win: 12 points</li>
<li>Tie: 6 points</li>
<li>Draw: 4 points</li>
<li>Penalty: Points deducted for slow over rates</li>
</ul>
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