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            <title><![CDATA[Is Rishabh Pant Overrated? Twitter Reacts to His Latest IPL Failure]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:35:32 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[LSG captain Rishabh Pant continued his poor form in IPL 2025, scoring just 2 runs against Punjab Kings. His struggles sparked criticism on Twitter, with fans questioning his consistency and leadership]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/1743518739541_Pantwicket.webp" width="1920" height="1200" alt="LSG"/><p><strong>Rishabh Pant's Struggles Continue as LSG Captain Falls for Just 2 Runs vs PBKS.</strong></p><p>Rishabh Pant's poor form in <a href="https://www.iplt20.com/">IPL</a> 2025 as a captain of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) continued on Tuesday against Punjab Kings (PBKS), scoring just 2 runs in 13 matches in Lucknow. Following an anticipated return to IPL, Pant has found it difficult to find any rhythm so far, leaving Twitter fans puzzled as a spectator.An Awful Start to IPL 2025.Pant's return to competitive cricket was expected to spark the LSG; however, he has been poor in that regard, and his poor performances thus far speak to that truth. In a hard-hitting Punjab bowling attack, the left-hand batter was disappointing once more leading to just 2 runs before being dismissed. This awful start induces speculation on whether he was out of form or did he have leadership to take them along.</p><p><strong>Twitter Reacts to the Pant Dismissal</strong></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">What exactly does Rishabh Pant look at Short fine leg. He always got out at this point. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LSGvsPBKS?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LSGvsPBKS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RishabhPant?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RishabhPant</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pant?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pant</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Maxwell?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Maxwell</a> <a href="https://t.co/WbNvGFxUKD">pic.twitter.com/WbNvGFxUKD</a></p>— Shankar Singh (@Shanky_Parihar) <a href="https://twitter.com/Shanky_Parihar/status/1907077580286824529?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">❗️ Rishabh Pant Is Of No Use In T20 Cricket ❗️<br><br>He Is A Burden For Any Team. <br><br>LSG Should Remove Him From Captaincy ASAP.<br><br>Third Consecutive Failure In IPL 2025. <a href="https://t.co/i1sUAkMhWS">pic.twitter.com/i1sUAkMhWS</a></p>— Vaibhav Bhola 🇮🇳 (@VibhuBhola) <a href="https://twitter.com/VibhuBhola/status/1907076842432954421?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Rishabh Pant needs to adapt his game in T20 cricket. His current approach lacks shape and consistency. He should take notes from Nicholas Pooran, who balances power and control perfectly. Test-style attacking cricket won’t work in T20s.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2025?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RishabhPant?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RishabhPant</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LSGvsPBKS?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LSGvsPBKS</a> <a href="https://t.co/HVpXSHsE7r">pic.twitter.com/HVpXSHsE7r</a></p>— Fifth Umpire (@vrushabh_ca) <a href="https://twitter.com/vrushabh_ca/status/1907079455077433392?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">These are serious opportunities lost for Rishabh. That ball could be hit anywhere. He hit it straight to the short fine leg fielder. <br><br>Still think he should open. <a href="https://twitter.com/RevSportzGlobal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RevSportzGlobal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RishabhPant?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RishabhPant</a></p>— Boria Majumdar (@BoriaMajumdar) <a href="https://twitter.com/BoriaMajumdar/status/1907079854392307733?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><strong>Also Read:-</strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-know-why-azmatullah-omarzai-is-not-in-starting-xi-in-lsg-vs-pbks-match-13/">IPL 2025: Know why Azmatullah Omarzai is not in Starting XI in LSG vs PBKS Match 13</a></blockquote><p>Social media Clitters reacted quickly to Pant's awful run of form. Examples of the paw always came from Crickets-a-lot; he labelled Pant "overrated" in T20 cricket and commented on shot selection and reason for confusion and in leadership. All eyes are on Pant for the rest of the tournament.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant per ball & each run cost he is playing for LSG]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:31:49 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[ When Lucknow Super Giants put out their checkbook for a whopping Rs 27 only for Rishabh Pant, it was like something out of the blue. ]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/Rishabh-Pant LSG.webp" width="1280" height="720" alt="Rishabh Pant LSG.webp"/><p><strong><a href="https://www.iplt20.com/">IPL 2025</a>, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Rishabh Pant: </strong>When <a href="https://www.lucknowsupergiants.in/">Lucknow Super Giants</a> put out their checkbook for a whopping Rs 27 only for Rishabh Pant, it was like something out of the blue. Rishabh Pant at Sanjiv Goenka’s LSG, replacing Lokesh Rahul. From that moment at the auction day, expectations rose high like temperature in summer. In reality, till now, Rishabh Pant’s bat remains as cold as ice. Cricket fans are speculating: what is the price each ball Pant is facing for LSG? What is the cost for Pant’s every single run?</p><p><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-gt-playing-11-ipl-2025-match-14/">Read More: RCB vs GT Playing 11: IPL 2025 Match 14</a></p><p>Rishabh Pant, today (April 1), scored only 2 runs for 5 balls before he went back to the pavilion against Punjab Kings. In the previous match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Pant played 15 balls and scored 15 runs; against Delhi Capitals, Pant played 6 deliveries and went for a duck. So far, in total, the Indian star wicketkeeper-batter has faced 26 balls in three matches and made only 17 runs—17 runs, 26 balls for now from a Rs 27 Cr player.</p><p>Now, if we calculate the whole amount Pant got from the auction with every run and every delivery with his name so far as an LSG player, the result is approx. Rs 1.59 Cr for each run he made and almost 1.03 Cr per ball he faced.</p><p>Indian cricket fans are well aware of what happened in the last IPL season between Sanjiv Goenka and their then skipper, KL Rahul, on the field. It was clear that Goenka was clearly not happy with Rahul’s on-field performance. Now, what about Rishabh Pant? There are plenty of matches yet to be played; in the meantime, Pant has to justify his talent and the amount he received from the LSG auction table.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Suryakumar Yadav on Rohit Sharma’s special bond with the stump mic]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:26:50 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Suryakumar Yadav praised Rohit Sharma’s affectionate communication style, often picked up by the stump mic. He highlighted Rohit’s leadership as passionate, humorous, and caring.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-01 205501.webp" width="676" height="367" alt="Suryakumar Yadav "/><p><a href="https://www.mumbaiindians.com/players/11803-suryakumar-yadav-profile">Suryakumar Yadav </a>recently appeared in a video on the YouTube channel <strong>‘Khaane Mai Kya Hai’</strong>; Surya shared his thoughts on <a href="https://www.mumbaiindians.com/players/3852-rohit-sharma-profile">Rohit Sharma’s</a> unique on-field communication style. Sitting alongside <a href="https://www.mumbaiindians.com/players/70761-tilak-varma-profile">Tilak Varma </a>and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackie_Shroff">jackie shroff</a>, Suryakumar addressed the fact that Rohit’s quotes often get caught on the stump mic, a topic which surely makes him a fan favourite.<br><br>Suryakumar characterised Rohit as a captain who speaks to his players in an affectionate and motivating tone. Suryakumar quoted, “<strong>He communicates with affection, rarely uses harsh language, and is engaged in the game.</strong>" He added that while Rohit might sometimes use stronger words due to the heat of the moment, it never comes from a place of anger but rather a deep passion for the game. “<strong>He just wants everything to be in place and perfect, and that’s why he is always directing people</strong>,” Suryakumar said.</p><p><strong>Follow For More: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/">https://www.cricketwinner.com</a></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Suryakumar Yadav about the love story of Rohit Sharma and Stumps mic😹🔥👍<br><br><a href="https://t.co/CMnjTM1Gzo">pic.twitter.com/CMnjTM1Gzo</a></p>— Gillfied⁷ (@Gill_Iss) <a href="https://twitter.com/Gill_Iss/status/1906962367348359500?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rob-walter-resigns-as-south-africa-s-white-ball-head-coach/">Rob Walter resigns as South Africa’s white-ball head coach</a></p><p>Away from the field, Suryakumar made it clear that Rohit is still that same friendly, down-to-earth guy. He likes to have a laugh, keeps the dressing room environment fun, and makes sure everyone’s really at ease. he added. Rohit’s ability to maintain the same personality both on and off the field is the mark of a great leader.</p><p>Rohit’s interactions, many of them picked up by the stump mic, have become viral moments, showing his tactical mind and humorous side. As Suryakumar said of his captain, “<strong>He’s always in the picture, always in the zone-it’s what makes him a great captain</strong>."<br><br><br></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[PCB Rejects Shadab's Captaincy Proposal, Names Salman Ali Agha as Captain for New Zealand Tour]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 15:23:39 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Salman Ali Agha was named Pakistan’s T20 captain for the New Zealand tour as the PCB looked to test new players ahead of the T20 World Cup. He performed well, while Shadab Khan struggled with both bat and ball in the series.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/cover_1743445084x-(1).webp" width="1322" height="720" alt="PCB Rejects Shadab's Captaincy Proposal, Names Salman Ali Agha as Captain for New Zealand Tour"/><h3><span id="input-sentence~1"><span id="input-sentence~0"><span id="input-sentence~1"> <span id="input-sentence~1"><span id="input-sentence~0"><span id="input-sentence~1"><span id="input-sentence~0">Salman Ali Agha: Pakistan’s New T20 Captain for the New Zealand Tour</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></h3><p><span id="input-sentence~0">Shadab Khan was initially selected for Pakistan's T20I captaincy for the New Zealand tour, but the <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/kane-williamson-backs-wtc-reforms-and-calls-for-international-windows/">Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB</a>) decided to go with Salman Ali Agha instead of him. While Shadab didn’t get the most crucial role, but he was appointed as vice-captain for the series.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> Pakistan ended up losing the five-match T20I series 1-4.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"><br>As per a report from Pakistan Cricket , the PCB had thought about making Shadab the captain but chose not to. Shadab has previous leadership experience in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where he captained Islamabad United to a title win last year. He performed well with both bat and ball, playing a key role in the victory and earning the Player of the Tournament award.</span></p><p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rob-walter-resigns-as-south-africa-s-white-ball-head-coach/">Rob Walter resigns as South Africa’s white-ball head coach</a></p><p><span id="input-sentence~0">The PCB decided not to appoint Shadab Khan as captain after discussions with the selectors. Before finalizing the squad for the New Zealand tour, the board consulted five mentors Sarfaraz Ahmed, Saqlain Mushtaq, Waqar Younis, Misbah-ul-Haq, and Shoaib Malik.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> These mentors had earlier been criticized for their supposed role in picking Pakistan’s squad for the Champions Trophy, where the team was knocked out in the group stage. However, they later clarified that they were not involved in the final selection.</span></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">🚨PCB REJECTED SHADAB KHAN'S CAPTAINCY PROPOSAL🚨<br><br>- Shadab Khan was considered for the T20I captaincy during Pakistan's tour of New Zealand, but PCB rejected the proposal, prioritizing new players for the T20 WC 2026. Salman Ali Agha was appointed as captain. [Cricket Pakistan] <a href="https://t.co/NpI9puZ3nx">pic.twitter.com/NpI9puZ3nx</a></p>— Salman (@SalmanAsif2007) <a href="https://twitter.com/SalmanAsif2007/status/1907016138527031421?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><p><span id="input-sentence~2"> <br><br>With the T20 World Cup coming up next year, the PCB wanted to try out new players, which is why Salman Ali Agha was given the captaincy. Agha had been one of Pakistan’s most reliable batsmen and was in great form.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"> He ended up as the team’s highest run-scorer in the series, making 167 runs in five matches at an average of 41.75 and a strike rate of 135.77. <br><br>On the other hand, Shadab Khan had a rough series. He scored only 58 runs and took just one wicket while conceding runs at an economy of 11 per over. Despite the recent losses, the PCB is still focused on giving young players a chance and encouraging a more aggressive style of cricket.</span></p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Rob Walter resigns as South Africa’s white-ball head coach]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:59:32 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Rob Walter resigns as South Africa’s white-ball head coach, leaving CSA searching for a replacement ahead of the T20 World Cup 2025.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/1740746585_rob-walter.webp" width="900" height="600" alt="Rob Walter"/><p>In a shocking turn of events, South African men’s white-ball head coach<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rob_Walter"> Rob Walter</a> has stepped down from his role. Walter, who assumed command of South Africa’s limited-overs squads at the start of 2023, resigns a few months out from the 2024 T20 World Cup and other international anniversaries.</p><h3>Unexpected Departure and Its Impact</h3><p>Heralded as one of the more explosive administrators, Walter’s resignation comes at a crucial point in South African cricket, with the team preparing for a busy run of white-ball duties.Under his leadership, South Africa finished on a high in ODIs and T20Is, creating and culling a fruitful player pipeline to have a well-rounded competitive squad for the global stage. His departure now leaves <a href="https://cricket.co.za/">Cricket South Africa</a> (CSA) scrambling to identify a new coach to guide the national side through what is likely to be another tumultuous time.</p><p><strong>follow for more: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/">https://www.cricketwinner.com/</a></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Rob Walter has stepped down from his position as South Africa's white-ball coach citing personal reasons.<br><br>Here is his record over the past 2 years 👇<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WozaNawe?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WozaNawe</a> <a href="https://t.co/8MDCELDLKh">pic.twitter.com/8MDCELDLKh</a></p>— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/SuperSportTV/status/1907087002576536050?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><h3>What’s South Africa’s Next Move?</h3><p>Considering the T20 World Cup is just around the corner, CSA will have to move swiftly to appoint a replacement.  Walter’s resignation calls into question South Africa’s overall approach and leadership in the limited-overs format. The board will release an official comment in the near future; look for an additional emphasis on transparency and local control going forward.</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-gt-match-14-weather-and-pitch-report-ipl-2025/">RCB vs GT : Match 14 Weather and Pitch report – IPL 2025</a></p><p>Walter’s departure brings an end to what has been a brief but hopefully fruitful tenure, and all eyes will be on who is placed in charge of the Proteas’ new white-ball setup.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Kane Williamson Backs WTC Reforms and Calls for International Windows]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:56:37 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Kane Williamson supports WTC reforms and international windows, emphasizing the need for a fairer schedule amid the rise of T20 leagues.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/WhatsApp-Image 2025-04-01 at 20.20.45_2fc5aa99.webp" width="1200" height="675" alt="Kane Williamson"/><p>Kane Williamson has joined the proponents of specific international windows to bring some equity into the World Test Championship (WTC) and its matches. The former captain of New Zealand thinks that such structural changes may deal with the imbalance in the WTC, making it more competitive.</p><p><strong>WTC Needs Adjustments for Fairness</strong></p><p><span id="input-sentence~1">Williamson, who captained New Zealand in winning the first WTC and held the title in 2021, pointed out the inequity of their allocation. He noted how Australia, England, and India dominate the number of Test Matches played and that the rest of the countries are “not ideal.”</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> There are plans to review the WTC format before the 2025-27 cycle. One of the proposals being discussed is the allocation of defined periods for international cricket. Williamson underlined that having set periods for Test Matches increases the chances of competition in these games and assists in keeping Test cricket alive.</span></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Enjoyed spending some time chatting about the future of the global cricketing landscape with Kane Williamson<br><br>His thoughts on international windows and potential tweaks to the WTC's structure below<a href="https://t.co/YDd4wDFLWc">https://t.co/YDd4wDFLWc</a></p>— Matt Roller (@mroller98) <a href="https://twitter.com/mroller98/status/1906992697090744567?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-gt-match-14-weather-and-pitch-report-ipl-2025/">RCB vs GT : Match 14 Weather and Pitch report – IPL 2025</a></p><p><span id="input-sentence~0"><strong>Effects of T20 Leagues on International Cricket</strong><br><br>Williamson further explained the increasing phenomenon of franchise T20 leagues, which, while beneficial to players, can be detrimental to lesser-known cricketing nations. He noted that 50-over contests are all but extinct, with ODIs only being played during World Cups.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> Additionally, he mentioned that young players are more motivated by the IPL and other leagues, which suggests troubling times ahead for Test cricket.</span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~1"><strong>Follow for more:<a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/"> https://www.cricketwinner.com/</a></strong><br><br>While relinquishing a central contract, he declared that he will continue to represent New Zealand. In conversation, he accepted there is a need for better-defined international windows to manage franchise and international duties.</span></p><p> </p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[IPL 2025: Know why Azmatullah Omarzai is not in Starting XI in LSG vs PBKS Match 13]]></title>
            <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-2025-know-why-azmatullah-omarzai-is-not-in-starting-xi-in-lsg-vs-pbks-match-13/</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:52:56 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Afghanistan’s star all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai is absent from recent matches, with no official statement from the Afghanistan Cricket Board. Speculation suggests an injury or other undisclosed reasons, leaving fans awaiting clarification.
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            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/Azmatullah-Omarzai-Punjab-Kings-LSG-vs-PBKS-IPL-2025-1200x675.webp" width="1200" height="675" alt="Azmatullah-Omarzai"/><p><strong>Why is Azmatullah Omarzai Not Playing? Mystery Surrounds His Absence</strong></p><p> Kabul, April 1, 2025: In his absence, Omarzai has stirred controversy for his lack of appearances, while <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/">cricket</a> aides and fans have had a field day theorizing his head scratching absence. It is still unclear why the omnipresent ACB has not released a statement in regards to Omarzai’s absence when it is clear he played so well throughout the year of 2024.  </p><p>Omarzai is expected to be awarded the ICC Men's ODI cricketer of the year after he single handedly and multiple times exceeded brand ROI with his 4.3 million USD magical 2024 global ODI season. On top of his national squad calamitous performances, Omarzai led the offense with two dozen plus fours and a dozen sixes in a match against Ireland and batted South Africa and Bangladesh into submission where he single handily scored 417 runs with a whopping average of 52.12. He also took 17 wickets with his world record ever claiming them at staggering proportion of 14 matches which aided his team to win during magic times. </p><p>Where is the ACB or the fans? The followers are yet to receive any valid reports on the absence and it has been a persisting mystery why. The guesswork behind such takes have resembled that he might be on the sidelines with an injury, but others noting a link does not exist lean to champion Omarzai’s past disciplinary issues. As it looks, ACB is morbidly obscured and hiding Omarzai in turn everybody in riding clad is glued to the thought.</p><p><strong>Also Read:-</strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/virat-kohli-csk-jersey/">Watch: Virat Kohli bursts into laughter after noticing man in CSK jersey at his restaurant</a></p><p><strong>Azmatullah Omarzai not in playing XI for LSG vs PBKS match</strong></p><p>Azmatullah Omarzai is not part of Punjab Kings playing XI as New Zealand’s Lockie Ferguson plays his first match of the season. Ferguson had missed Punjab Kings’ match against Gujarat Titans due to a foot injury he sustained during the Pakistan vs New Zealand clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy in February. He has recovered from the injury and thus features in the Punjab Kings playing XI against Lucknow Super Giants.</p><p>Another reason for Azmatullah Omarzai’s omission is because Punjab Kings already have plenty of all-rounders in the playing XI. In the current playing XI against Lucknow Super Giants, Punjab Kings have Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh and Suryansh Shedge as their all-rounders. As a result, the Punjab Kings were probably looking to balance between all-rounders, batters and bowlers.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:43:33 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT) match will be played on Wednesday evening (April 1). The 14th match of the IPL 2025 will be hosted by the M Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bengaluru).]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/RCB-vs GT.webp" width="1280" height="720" alt="RCB vs GT.webp"/><p dir="ltr">The Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT) match will be played on Wednesday evening (April 1). The 14th match of the IPL 2025 will be hosted by the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M._Chinnaswamy_Stadium" target="_blank" rel="noopener">M Chinnaswamy Stadium</a> (Bengaluru).</p><p dir="ltr">Both teams will play their third match of the season. While RCB won both their first two matches of the season, Gujarat Titans won once and lost once this season. </p><h3 dir="ltr">IPL 2025: How did RCB and GT start?</h3><p dir="ltr">After thrashing the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets at their home in the first game of the IPL 2025, RCB thrashed Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs to end their long wait for a win against CSK in Chennai. </p><p dir="ltr">Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans started the season with an 11-run defeat against Punjab Kings in a high-scoring encounter, where the hosts GT just failed to chase the 244-run target. However, in their next game, Titans beat Mumbai Indians by 36 runs. </p><p><strong>See Also: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-gt-match-14-weather-and-pitch-report-ipl-2025/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RCB vs GT: Match 14 Weather and Pitch report – IPL 2025</a></p><h3 dir="ltr">IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT - Squads Set Up</h3><p dir="ltr">Three-time IPL runners-up RCB have managed a stormy start as both the hosts KKR and CSK were destroyed with the franchises' all-round performances. Now, RCB are ready for their first home game of the IPL season. While there is unlikely to be any significant changes in the playing XI, RCB may consider the leg-spinner Suyash Sharma’s selection for the venue, especially when they have the spinners like Krunal Pandya and Liam Livinstone.</p><p dir="ltr">On the other hand, Gujarat Titans are ready for their first away match in the ongoing IPL 2025. They have strong depth in batting and bowling, but the team management has to think about the inclusion of <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/tag/glenn-phillips/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Glenn Phillips</a>, which has been blocked for a short time due to Sherfane Rutherford’s firing 46 off 28 balls (four fours and three sixes) at a 244-run chase against Punjab Kings in their season opener. </p><h3 dir="ltr">IPL 2025, Match 14: RCB vs GT Playing XIs (Probable)</h3><p dir="ltr">Royal Challengers Bengaluru Predicted Playing 11:  Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar (Captain), Devdutt Padikkal/Suyash Sharma (Impact Player Sub), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal </p><p dir="ltr">Gujarat Titans Predicted Playing 11: Shubman Gill (Captain), Sai Sudharsan/Prasidh Krishna (Impact Players), Jos Buttler (wk), Sherfane Rutherford/Glenn Phillips, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, R Sai Kishore</p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Watch: Virat Kohli & Mohammad Siraj’s emotional meet-up ahead of RCB vs GT game in IPL 2025 ]]></title>
            <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-virat-kohli-mohammad-siraj-s-emotional-meet-up-ahead-of-rcb-vs-gt-game-in-ipl-2025/</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 13:33:07 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj’s heartfelt reunion at Chinnaswamy Stadium showcased their enduring friendship beyond team rivalries.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/IMG_20250401_190958.webp" width="960" height="526" alt="Virat Kohli & Mohammad Siraj’s Emotional Meet-Up"/><p><strong>A Hug Turns Out to be Amazing</strong></p><p>While on a training session at Chinnaswamy Stadium, there was a touching scene that took place between Virat Kohli, the <a href="https://www.iplt20.com/teams/royal-challengers-bangalore">Royal Challengers Bengaluru </a>(RCB) star, and Mohammed Siraj of <a href="https://www.iplt20.com/teams/gujarat-titans">Gujarat Titans</a>. The pair, who shared a strong relationship as former RCB players, came together on what was Kohli’s midfield and embraced him in a glance. The floodlights and stands of the stadium provided the perfect essence for the moment, while cricket equipment and chairs strewn all over the ground suggested that it was part of the warmup phase of a match.</p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="hi">Sach batana, issi ka intezaar kar rahe the na <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TitansFAM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TitansFAM</a>? 💙❤️ <a href="https://t.co/hnyHYBbHlH">pic.twitter.com/hnyHYBbHlH</a></p>— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) <a href="https://twitter.com/gujarat_titans/status/1907054027981889889?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>Also read:- </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-gt-match-14-weather-and-pitch-report-ipl-2025/">RCB vs GT : Match 14 Weather and Pitch report – IPL 2025</a></p><p><strong>Fans Reactions to Siraj’s RCB Legacy</strong></p><p>Mohammed Siraj was with the RCB until last season and developed a good friendship with Kohli both on and off the pitch. Their meeting reminds fans of what has been a memorable journey with RCB. The comments section was flooded with fans appreciating the post who expressed their fury, nostalgia, and overwhelmingly requested more videos with Kohli and Shubman Gill, who is the captain of the Gujarat Titans. </p><p>The highlight of this incident was the display of the spirit of cricket, that friendships created in sport are beyond team affiliations. Even though Kohli and Siraj are teammates from opposing franchises in the IPL, these two share a bond that leaves fans teary and wanting for further such moments.</p><p> </p>]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Watch: Virat Kohli bursts into laughter after noticing man in CSK jersey at his restaurant]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:55:41 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Virat Kohli couldn't contain his laughter after spotting a man wearing a CSK jersey at his restaurant. The moment showed Kohli's humorous reaction to the unexpected fan appearance.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/04/Virat_Kohli_funny_LSG_vs_RCB_Ekana_BCCI.scorimg.webp" width="1280" height="853" alt="Virat_Kohli"/><p><strong>Virat Kohli Squeals in Laughter After Spotting a CSK Fan at a Restaurant – Watch Video</strong></p><p>Former Royal Challenges Bangalore (RCB) player Virat Kohli was in a puzzling situation when he spotted a Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fan walking into his restaurant, One8 Commune, in a CSK jersey. The unexpected sight left Kohli in stitches, and that was later captured in a video that went viral on the internet. Kohli's reaction is richly entertaining. </p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Virat Kohli and the RCB team at One8 Commune. <a href="https://t.co/G68mCZOeAm">pic.twitter.com/G68mCZOeAm</a></p>— Virat Kohli Fan Club (@Trend_VKohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/Trend_VKohli/status/1906544126482670033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>Also Read:-</strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/ipl-s-biggest-shock-ab-de-villiers-announces-comeback-for-next-season/">IPL's Biggest Shock: AB de Villiers Announces Comeback for Next Season</a></p><p>The video has gone viral with people reacting to it from all directions, enjoying the light-hearted banter between RCB and CSK. Several lauded the sporting spirit of Kohli, while some mocked the daredevilry of the CSK supporter. When Cricket meets RCB vs CSK, it’s all rivalry rooted in mutual love and respect. </p><p>With every IPL season, these playful exchanges massively escalated the tension between the RCB and CSK fanbases. With these two teams set to face off against each other once more, the audience was eager to witness yet another thrilling match on the pitch.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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