Indian Premier League 2014

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ioppolo said:
Luke Wright was unlucky to be unsold.
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A story for a lot of players it seems. Many good players and players you'd expect to get a go with the good form they have simply weren't picked up.

futureblackcap said:
Does the BCCI give any reasoning behind still not allowing Pakistani's in the IPL? If it's because of the perception of match-fixing then well India does have a few too many blemishes of their own so should they ban all Indian players too? ;)

Because some of the worlds best T20 players are from Pakistan... Shahid Afridi, Umar Gul, Saeed Ajmal...
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It's more to do with the fact that India and Pakistan absolutely hate each other.
 
futureblackcap said:
Does the BCCI give any reasoning behind still not allowing Pakistani's in the IPL? If it's because of the perception of match-fixing then well India does have a few too many blemishes of their own so should they ban all Indian players too? ;)

Because some of the worlds best T20 players are from Pakistan... Shahid Afridi, Umar Gul, Saeed Ajmal...
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The reason why Pakistani players aint there in IPL arent related to Cricket at all... You see IPL is all cash business and a majority Indians just hate Pakistan and anything related to it... So Pakistani umpires, commentators and coaches are there in IPL but not players (for whom the audience spends and IPL makes money)....
 
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New Logo of Delhi Daredevils...

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Corey Anderson in doubt for IPL

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Corey Anderson's chances of playing in the Indian Premier League look slim.

Anderson dislocated his finger while fielding during New Zealand's 59-run thrashing against Sri Lanka and could be out for up to six weeks.

"Yeah it's dislocated and he's got a number of stitches in it so it's likely four-six weeks -that's what I've heard initially," coach Mike Hesson told Radio Sport.

The all-rounder was bought at the IPL auction in February for $866,000 by the Mumbai Indians but with the rich Twenty20 league due to start in less than two weeks, he faces a race against time.

http://tvnz.co.nz/cricket-news/corey-anderson-in-doubt-ipl-5881329
 
Corey Anderson fit in time for IPL

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New Zealand allrounder Corey Anderson is expected to join his IPL team, Mumbai Indians, later this week, with his finger injury having healed well. Anderson had cut and dislocated the little finger of his of his right hand during the World T20.

"There's no fracture, no break and we're very happy with how the injury is going," Anderson said, according to Fairfax NZ News , after seeing a specialist in Auckland on Friday. "The ligaments are all fine too; everything else is good to go. Everything went well and the news was all positive."

Anderson was bought for US$750,000 at the IPL auction in February, after an impressive few months in international cricket, during which he broke the long-standing record for the fastest ODI century. His participation in the tournament, however, was in doubt, after he hurt himself while attempting a catch against Sri Lanka.

The IPL begins on April 16, in the UAE, with defending champions Mumbai Indians playing the opener against Kolkata Knight Riders in Abu Dhabi.


http://www.espncricinfo.com/indian-premier-league-2014/content/story/735633.html?CMP=OTC-RSS
 
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Tendulkar named MI’s ICON

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Mumbai Indians, the defending IPL champions and two- time Champions League T20 winners, are proud to announce Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar as their ICON.

“Sachin has been an integral part of Mumbai Indians and a source of inspiration for the team ever since the inception. It was a fitting finale for Sachin last season, when we dedicated the IPL as well as CLT20 trophies to the legend,” said Mrs. Nita M. Ambani. “We are very happy to recognize him as the Mumbai Indians ICON. I am sure the youngsters in the team will be delighted to have him around for guidance, and so would be the Mumbai Indians fans.”

The feeling is mutual, as Tendulkar’s statement suggested. "I have been a part of the Mumbai Indians team since its inception and am delighted to continue my association. This season with Mumbai Indians will be a different experience for me and I look forward to closely interacting with the experienced support staff and sharing my learnings with the exciting youngsters in the team," the legendary batsman said.

Sachin has also expressed his keen desire to be a part of the Mumbai Indians’ ‘Education For All’ initiative. Led by Mrs. Nita M. Ambani, ‘Education For All’ stands for equal and rightful education opportunities for the underprivileged children and has been able to meaningfully impact over 30,000 such kids from various NGOs.

"Mumbai Indians was one of the first teams to recognize the potential of using its worldwide fan-base to enhance awareness about a compelling social issue,” Tendulkar said.

“'Education for All' is an initiative which has been personally nurtured by Mrs. Nita Ambani and each one of us at Mumbai Indians is a passionate believer in this initiative. I am committed to working with the team at Mumbai Indians in spreading the message of ‘Education for All’ across the country and beyond,” he said.

http://www.iplt20.com/news/2014/announcements/4390/tendulkar-named-mis-icon
 
Will chew off Tendulkar’s ears: Hussey

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In sports, while performances can earn you love and fandom, the path to earning genuine respect is harder to tread. For respect goes much deeper than the numbers. The respect earned by a sportsman is in direct proportion to the reverence with he regards his sport.

In cricket, the list of such men would be incomplete without the name of Michael Edward Killeen Hussey. He might not dominate the cricket record books. But his name will go down in the annals of cricket as a man who revered cricket and served it with utmost honesty and selflessness. If a man’s true worth is measured by the respect he commands by those he has come in contact with in his lifetime, Michael Hussey would be pronounced an international treasure by the time he turns 50.

Exaggeration apart, the former Australian batsman is indeed a treasure to any cricket team he plays for. At the IPL, the Chennai Super Kings enjoyed his inspirational team-manship for six years. Now it’s time for the Mumbai Indians to benefit from his unwavering dedication, his brilliant cricketing mind and the wealth of experience he brings with him.

Ahead of Pepsi IPL 2014, Hussey spoke to iplt20.com about the beginning of his journey with the Mumbai franchise and life after retiring from international cricket.

You’re so used to wearing the yellow jersey, at international level and in IPL. Now time to don a blue one?

Yes it will be different but I am excited by the challenge of joining a team that I have admired and respected over the six years.

What was your first reaction when you learned that this year you’ll be playing for MI?

Excited about joining the champion team and the chance to play home games at Wankhede stadium, which probably has the best atmosphere I have ever experienced.

CSK and MI have developed a rivalry in a very short time. Will it take a bit of work to adjust on the other side of the rivalry?

I don’t think so. I have had some great battles with Mumbai Indians over the years and look forward to many great battles with CSK over the next few years.

Until last year, you would often join the IPL midway due to national duties. Now it’s been more than a year since your last first-class match. Have you found it harder to maintain the extremely lofty standards of fitness that you are known for?

I have still been able to work hard on my fitness and strength and I am still playing in the Big Bash in Australia. I may be a little rusty early in the tournament but I think I won’t take long to get up to the required level.

On the other hand, does it get easier to concentrate all your energies towards working on one format?

Yes I agree. I always found it tough switching to and from the different formats of the game and I am fit and fresh and excited about getting into the action again.

In what particular way has your preparation and fitness routine changed? Any specific skill-polishing exercise that you have dropped or any that you have added to your preparation?

Yes, I guess my skill training has changed a little and is totally focused around T20 cricket and not on the longer formats of the game.

Have you been working on any of the outrageous T20 shots now that you don’t have to worry about hampering your Test technique?

Ha! Not really, I still think your basic game needs to be in good working order and then you try and adapt according to the situation of the game.

Have you considered mastering the switch-hit? It might come easier to you considered that you are a righty with the ball.

Ha, no way, I don’t know how they have the courage to play that shot.

A well known facet of your career has been how seriously you take your cricket. You’re often the first to appear for the net session and the last to go. It is said when you take something so seriously, it is difficult to enjoy what you’re doing. Does it stand true for you?

I think I have mellowed over the years and have enjoyed the game a lot more in my last few seasons. Maybe there is a lesson in that as I feel my performances have been better the more I have relaxed and enjoyed the game.

What is tougher: to take cricket out of Mr. Cricket or
take Mr. Cricket out of cricket?

I think I will always be involved in cricket, I do love the game and the people involved.

Did you suffer from withdrawal symptoms after leaving Test cricket? Will playing T20s for a while longer ease you into the eventual life after cricket?

No, quite the opposite actually. I don’t miss the stress, pressure, expectation and media attention. T20 is fun and easier on the body as you get older.

Will you be exchanging some thoughts on life after international cricket from one recently retired Sachin Tendulkar?

I hope so. I am really looking forward to spending time with him and talking about life and cricket. He will probably be sick of me by the end of the IPL.


http://www.iplt20.com/news/2014/features/4385/will-chew-off-tendulkars-ears-hussey
 
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Ross Taylor hails New Zealand Cricket’s foresight on IPL

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The ‘Club versus Country’ debate has been on since Indian Premier League (IPL)’s inception in 2008 but former New Zealand captain Ross Taylor feels that his country’s Board was among the first to realise that “allowing players in the IPL will only prolong their international careers”.

New Zealand, for some years now, does not plan any bilateral series during IPL which allows all its players to ply their trade in the cash-rich league and earn handsome salaries.

“New Zealand cricket has done a very good job by keeping window open during IPL. We don’t have the same depth of players like some of the other countries, so it is good that our players come and play in the IPL.

Ultimately by playing in IPL, the players get to play for NZ for a longer time,” Delhi Daredevils’ Taylor said during an interaction after a training session of the team.

“The way it has gone, NZC knows that to keep the players playing for as long as possible, both the Board and the players will have to give in a little bit,” Taylor hit the point straightaway.

Taylor has been a kind of IPL journeyman having played for four franchises in his last six seasons (RCB, Rajasthan Royals, DD and Pune Warriors). Back in familiar territory, the 30-year-old veteran of 54 Tests and 137 One-Day International (ODIs) is a happy man.

“I think it’s been great. It’s nice to come back to a franchise that I am familiar with. Going to three franchises in three years was a little disruptive,” Taylor conceded.

Taylor will also have some firsthand inputs for the Daredevils as the New Zealand team had a week-long camp in Abu Dhabi ahead of the ICC World T20 2014. “We just went there for training before the World T20. The practice pitches were a bit worn out at that point of time. Hopefully, they have grown a bit of grass by now.”

Asked about his preferred batting position, Taylor made it clear that he would ideally like to bat at No 4 or 5. “The higher you bat, more time you spend out there in the middle. Number 4 or 5 is probably my ideal spot. There have been a few minor changes in my batting.”

Playing for Delhi Daredevils means that Taylor is at
ease in familiar conditions. “Each team has its share of positives and negatives. Having played for DD earlier, it will be easier to deal with tough situations. DD is one of my favourite teams that I have been a part of.”

Taylor said that it will be his duty to help out the young Indian players by sharing his experiences of playing top flight international cricket. “As an overseas player, it is really good to come and meet some of the younger Indian players. Probably, they don’t have big reputations like some of the other players but yeah, it has been great to work with the bunch.”

Has he already passed on any tips to the junior players in these three days, Taylor replied, “It will be great to know their names first. Pass on the knowledge to the youngsters, they will all be coming and asking questions. I am sure over time, we will have long conversations.”

He is impressed with coach Gary Kirsten after initial round of interactions and is happy to find Kevin Pietersen mix well with the group. “Good to first time work with Gary. He is amazing to work with and Kevin as well has been good around the group.”

Asked if he is ready to play around KP who will have to shoulder a lot of responsibility, he replied, “A lot of time it does depend on the situation of the game. Sum up the situation and be smart in different situations. It calls for different batting if two wickets are down compared to when you have got a good start.”

Taylor seemed impressed with young Jharkhand quick Rahul Shukla, who had made a name last season playing for Rajasthan Royals. “I think we have got good balance in fast bowling department. Obviously you can have big names but if they tend to get injured then you lose them. Fast bowling is very hard on body. Rahul Shukla, Jimmy Neesham are all up and coming players and we expect them to do well”.

http://www.cricketcountry.com/news/ross-taylor-hails-new-zealand-crickets-foresight-on-ipl-124574
 
List of broadcasters in Pepsi IPL 2014

As the Indian Premier League explores new avenues this season by making a debut in the UAE, the coverage of the tournament will be bigger and wider than ever before. The Pepsi IPL 2014 will reach a worldwide audience over television, internet and mobile devises through some of the best broadcasters of the respective regions.

Here’s the complete list of the broadcasters who will televise IPL 7 in various parts of the world. BCCI – IPL Distribution of Pepsi IPL 2014

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Below is the list of the right-holders for Pepsi IPL 2014 on mobile and internet.

Pepsi IPL 2014 on INTERNET & MOBILE

1. India Internet – GoCricket.com & StarSports.com

2. USA – www.willow.tv

3. Canada – Rogers

4. Afghanistan, Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, West Bank, Yemen – OSN

5. Pakistan – TBC

6. Rest of World Internet – GoCricket.com & www.youtube.com/gocricket

7. IPL mobile streaming in India: StarSports.com , nexGTV / GoCricket (apps)

8. IPL mobile stream outside India: youtube.com/ gocricket and GoCricket apps

http://www.iplt20.com/news/2014/announcements/4401/list-of-broadcasters-in-pepsi-ipl-2014
 
Pepsi IPL 2014 declared open with a glittering ceremony

The seventh season of Pepsi Indian Premier League was flagged off in Abu Dhabi with an opening event rich in cricketing pedigree as well as a generous dose of fun and frolic. It began with a welcome note by H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mubarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Culture, Youth & Community Development, in which he spoke of the UAE’s determination as a nation to move forward in the sporting field.

Then it was time for host, Ravi Shastri to invite the eight IPL captains to vow their allegiance to maintain the integrity of cricket by signing the MCC Spirit of Cricket plaque.

Staying with the subject of cricket’s pride, Sunil Gavaskar, interim President, BCCI-IPL, delivered a passionate speech about how he and his colleagues at the BCCI intend to take every possible measure to eradicate the very shadow of corruption from the sport. Mr. Gavaskar appealed cricket fans all over the world to maintain their faith in cricket and believe in its sanctity.

After the serious business, it was time for some entertainment. There was a light and sound show which depicted traditions and cultures of the UAE and India and merged them together to bring out a seamless bond between the two nations.

Then it was the time for some Bollywood style fun as the gorgeous Indian actress, Deepika Padukone sizzled the stage with a sassy number that mesmerized the
audience.

The last but by no means the least individual to take the stage was Shah Rukh Khan. The popular actor and the co-owner of the Kolkata Knight Riders had the audience in splits with a sense of humour appealing the masses. He invited cricketers on the stage – Shane Watson played the guitar and sang a song, Virat Kohli had banter with Khan and MS Dhoni regaled his fans with his boyish charm.

The glorious evening came to a glorious end with the most brilliant and beautiful fireworks that brightened the moods of the beholders, thereby declaring Pepsi IPL 2014 open.

http://www.iplt20.com/news/2014/mor...2014-declared-open-with-a-glittering-ceremony
 
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