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On March 27, the cricket world was abuzz with exciting news and updates. Let’s dive in and catch up on all the action from the previous day.
Sanju Samson, the talented wicketkeeper-batsman from Kerala, failed to impress yet again in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Samson has managed to score just 15 runs in three matches so far. With fans and experts expecting big things from him, this has been a disappointing performance from the 26-year-old. However, his team will be hoping that he finds his form soon and contributes to their success in the tournament.
In other news, the League Committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has given the green light for the resumption of the popular Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The domestic T20 tournament was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it is now set to be played in a bio-secure bubble from January 10 to 31, 2021. This is great news for all the domestic players who have been eagerly waiting to get back on the field after a long break.
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lahore Qalandars (LSG) received good news as their respective players, Shikhar Dhawan and Fakhar Zaman, were named the Player of the Match in their respective matches. Dhawan smashed a brilliant 92 off just 49 balls to guide DC to a comfortable win over Punjab Kings, while Zaman’s unbeaten 63 helped LSG secure a victory against Peshawar Zalmi in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). These performances have not only boosted the confidence of the two players but also their teams ahead of their upcoming matches.
In the Indian Premier League, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered their first win of the season, beating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 10 runs. Skipper Eoin Morgan led from the front with a well-made 42, while Nitish Rana and Rahul Tripathi also played crucial knocks to take their team to a respectable total of 187. Despite a valiant effort from SRH skipper David Warner, who smashed 54 off 37 balls, the team fell short of the target. The win has lifted KKR’s spirits and they will be looking to continue their winning momentum in the upcoming matches.
Meanwhile, in the IPL auction, Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell became the most expensive player as he was bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for a whopping 14.25 crore. Maxwell’s addition to the RCB squad has added a new dynamic to the team, and they will be hoping to make full use of his abilities in the tournament.
In another interesting development, legendary cricketer MS Dhoni’s record for most matches as captain in the IPL was broken by Rohit Sharma. Dhoni, who has captained Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 174 matches, held the record for the past 11 years. However, during their match against Kolkata Knight Riders, Rohit Sharma surpassed Dhoni’s record as he led Mumbai Indians (MI) for the 175th time. This is a remarkable feat and showcases Rohit’s leadership skills and longevity in the IPL.
Overall, March 27 was an eventful day for cricket lovers with plenty of exciting news and updates. Stay tuned to DRS for more such daily reviews and keep yourself updated on all the latest happenings in the world of cricket. We hope you found this segment informative and enjoyable. Until next time, keep cheering for your favourite teams and players.
