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RR v DD: Rahane, Gambhir seek first win as IPL returns to Jaipur after 4 seasons
Both RR and DD, are coming out of loses in their opening games against Kings XI Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad, respectively.
CSK v KKR: Super Kings eye home win against Knight Riders amid Cauvery protests
Various political groups are protesting and have called for a boycott of the match over the Cauvery Management Board issue.
RR v SRH: New captains Ajinkya Rahane, Kane Williamson look for winning start
Both Rahane and Williamson were given the reigns of their respective teams just weeks earlier as Steve Smith and David Warner stepped down following the ball-tampering scandal.
A 19-year-old bowler bought for Rs 9 crore! The most expensive buys of IPL 2018
Here’s a look at the 10 most expensive players picked up at the 2018 IPL auction.
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PIL in Madras HC against IPL-11
When the petition by IPS officer G Sampathkumar came up, the First Bench comprising Chief Justice Indira Banerjee and Justice A Selvam ordered notice to the Union home ministry and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
I still respect Steve Smith the batsman: Ajinkya Rahane
While Smith will be "missed" Rahane feels that it will put added responsibility on his shoulders.
After teary press conference, support grows for Steve Smith over cricket ban
Smith's tearful appearance in front of media prompted calls to rein in criticism which has verged on hysterical in the last week
Steve Smith breaks down, says 'I will regret this for rest of my life'
“Good people make mistakes,” Smith told the media present at Sydney airport
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David Warner apologises for ‘mistakes’, says needs to spend time with family
The former Australian vice-captain said that the scandal is a “stain on the game we all love and I have loved since I was a boy”.
Ganguly calls ball-tampering plan ‘sheer stupidity’, Tendulkar says ban a ‘right decision’
Former Indian Ganguly went to state that the "idea of winning at all cost" is not right, and pointed out the 1981 Australian underarm bowling incident.
Steve Smith, David Warner banned from playing for Australia, IPL for 1 year
Earlier, the Australian cricket Board had suspended the three from playing in the final Test match against South Africa. Tim Paine has been appointed as Australia's new captain.
Modi sarkar's cricket diplomacy: Commonwealth nations may get free access to cricketing facilities
PM Narendra Modi is likely to make an open invitation to nations at the Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) summit, scheduled for April in London
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Explained: What makes a cricket ball swing and how cheats tamper it to gain an edge
Ball tampering has made the headlines quite a lot over the years but not many know or understand how it is used. Moneycontrol attempts to explain the concept of swing and how ball tampering impacts it.
Ball-tampering: A look back at major controversial cricketing moments
The latest ball-tampering controversy involving Australia’s Cameron Bancroft and Steve Smith has refreshed public memory of previous incidences of the illegal act.

Afridi’s bite, Lever’s Vaseline and Younis’s suspension: Ball-tampering allegations that rocked the game
The latest ball-tampering controversy involving Australia’s Cameron Bancroft and Steve Smith has freshened public memory of previous incidences of this act
Bodyline, match-fixing and Monkeygate: A look at some of cricket's biggest controversies
At intervals, the sport springs up controversies that leaves its fans and observers in shock. Here are some of those controversies
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BCCI and Rajasthan Royals to wait for ICC verdict on Smith: Rajeev Shukla
Steve Smith and his deputy David Warner were made to step down from their respective posts after the skipper admitted to have orchestrated ball tampering on the third day of the third Test against South Africa in Cape Town.
Smith's sacking shows that the hard-but-fair Australian stereotype has reached the end of its life
Sandpapergate has one key message: Even the most helpful stereotype cannot bail you out beyond a point.
BCCI clears Mohammed Shami of corruption charge, gives central contract
Shami has been given a Grade 'B' annual contract, which will make him richer by Rs 3 crore. He will also be free to play in the Indian Premier League for his franchise the Delhi Daredevils, starting April 7.
West Bengal Class 10 board exams: Students surprised by question on Virat Kohli
The question paper of English language asked the students to write a brief profile of Virat Kohli.
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IND v BAN, 5th T20I highlights, updates: Bangladesh lose by 17 runs despite Mushfiqur's heroics
Please stay tuned for live updates from the fifth T20I of the tri-series between India and Bangladesh.
BAN v IND, 5th T20I: Bangladesh eye upset against an upbeat Indian side
While a berth in the tri-series final is almost sealed, India would not want to take chances by experimenting too much. Bangladesh, on the other hand, are upbeat from their win over Sri Lanka.
Mohammad Shami to be probed by BCCI Anti-Corruption Unit
Earlier, Mohammad Shami's wife Hasin Jahan had filed a police complaint against the pacer alleging infidelity and domestic violence.
SL v IND, 4th T20I LIVE score updates: Karthik and Pandey walk out unbeaten, India win by 6 wickets
Please stay tuned for live updates on India's third T20I in the tri-series against Sri Lanka.
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SL v IND, 4th T20I: Amid concerns over Rohit Sharma’s form, India eye lead in tri-series
The tri-series is back to square-one as all three teams have won a match each. Making the second round of series crucial.

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