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Bairstow or Rajapaksa in PBKS’ anticipated XI versus GT? Mayank has a difficult decision to make

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Bairstow or Rajapaksa in PBKS’ anticipated XI versus GT? Mayank has a difficult decision to make

Punjab Kings were bundled out for 137 by Kolkata Knight Riders in the second match of their IPL 2022 campaign. Punjab beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by eight wickets but struggled with the bat in the following match.

The Punjab will look to build on momentum as they take on Gujarat Titans on Sunday.

Shikhar Dhawan: Punjab’s left-handed hitter will almost certainly open the innings. He’s been crucial in getting the PBKS innings off to a strong start so far, and he’d like to keep it up.

Mayank Agarwal: The squad is unlikely to change its opening combination, and Mayank, who has previously stated that he is willing to share middle-order responsibilities with Dhawan, may continue to open with him.

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Jonny Bairstow: After completing his quarantine, the wicketkeeper-batsman can play at number three.

Apart from Bairstow, another English player who will undoubtedly be included in the starting XI is Liam Livingstone. The all-rounder is their camp’s leading run-scorer.

Raj Angad Bawa: The U-19 standout has yet to make an impact, but the franchise will keep him because of his versatility.

Shahrukh Khan: Another intriguing possibility who has yet to make a huge splash in the competition will try to establish his case.

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Odeon Smith: The tall West Indian all-rounder has already demonstrated his power hitting ability. Smith had hit an unbeaten 25 off 8 deliveries in the opener against RCB as Punjab completed a 200-plus chase.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

Mumbai overcame Vidarbha by 169 runs in the Wankhede Stadium final on Thursday to end an eight-year drought for a record-tying 42nd Ranji Trophy victory. Vidarbha put up a valiant fight in the second inning to chase a massive 538 runs, but on Day 5, they were eventually bowled out for 368.

Vidarbha put up a valiant battle on Day 5 of the final, with captain Akshay Wadkar and Harsh Dubey leading the team’s struggle against Ajinkya Rahane’s troops. Vidarbha scored 81 runs in the opening session without losing a wicket thanks to the two’s resolute stance at the crease, which frustrated the home team.

Mumbai defeated Vidarbha by a commanding 169 runs in the Ranji Trophy final, putting on an outstanding display.

Following lunch, Wadkar gave Vidarbha’s innings a boost with a magnificent century, showcasing his batting prowess. But when it was time to step it up, Tanush Kotian got his wicket by lbw-ing Wadkar.

Following the captain’s exit, Vidarbha’s batting lineup came under increasing pressure. Even Dubey, who showed fortitude by hitting a steely 65 off 128 deliveries, gave in to the pressure of the scoreboard.

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Mumbai’s bowlers strengthened their hold on the game as the innings went on. Vidarbha’s bottom order offered little resistance as Mumbai quickly completed the innings in just the next 25 deliveries.

Ajinkya Rahane gave the ball to Dhawal Kulkarni in a crucial moment following the loss of the ninth wicket in his final domestic encounter. With just his third ball of the spell, Kulkarni quickly secured the vital wicket of Umesh Yadav, securing Mumbai’s 42nd championship.

Mumbai won their first Ranji Trophy since 2016. The domestic powerhouses increased their lead over other teams in the standings for the most trophies won in the first-class competition. With Karnataka coming in a distant second, no other team has won the Ranji Trophy more times than this one.

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