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HindustanTimes Sun,19 May 2013

IPL 2012 : News

Struggling Raina gets his groove back

Chris Gayle may be the most awe-inspiringly consistent batsman in the IPL but through the first five seasons of the IPL, no batsman has been more prolific than Suresh Raina, the all-time leading run accumulator in the league with 2,254 runs.

We are geared up for final: Vijay

After guiding Chennai Super Kings to a crushing 86-run win over Delhi Daredevils with his majestic century, Murali Vijay said they are "geared up" to defend their IPL title against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Final battle today: Dhoni, Gambhir and the art of captaincy

Rival captains may not have the same approach to the job but both have shown tremendous initiative to infuse confidence in their teams. Rohit Bhaskar reports. Face off: Kolkata vs Chennai

Over even before it began

Sehwag's decisions backfire as Vijay hits quickfire ton to steer CSK into their 3rd consecutive IPL final. Rohit Bhaskar reports. Scorecard | Pics | Aaron's nightmare with the ball | Fastest hundreds in IPL V | Cracking shots

Dhoni vs Sehwag: always foes, never friends

Not the best of pals even in India colours, Sehwag and Dhoni will have more than pride to fight for. Rohit Bhaskar reports. Face off: Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Daredevils

Mumbai Indians caught in Dhoni whirlwind

The skipper hits form, leaves Super Kings a step closer to their third consecutive final. Rohit Bhaskar reports. Scorecard | High five from the contest | Winds of change

Vintage Gilly leads KXIP charge to leave CSK stranded

Returning after a lengthy lay-off, Kings XI Punjab skipper Adam Gilchrist produced a vintage performance to guide his side to a six-wicket upset win over defending champions Chennai Super Kings. Scorecard

'Last-gasp IPL thrillers stressful for players, spectators'

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Albie Morkel says last-gasp thrillers in the Indian Premier League can be stressful for both players and spectators. Everyone is on tenterhooks in those tense, closing stages.

Super Kings opt to field against Knight Riders

Kolkata Knight Riders failed to capitalise on a 99-run opening partnership between captain Gautam Gambhir and Brendon McCullum as they were restricted to 158 for six by Chennai Super Kings in their Indian Premier League match at Eden Gardens today.

Need to carry momentum into coming games: Hussey

They might be inside the top-four in the points table right now after two consecutive wins, but Chennai Super Kings batsman Mike Hussey says getting to the IPL playoffs remains a tough task and his side would have to be consistent in the remaining matches to make the cut.

CSK fight to save kingdom

It's now or never for holders CSK, as they face one of the toughest teams, the Delhi Daredevils. Ashutosh Sharma reports. Face off | The Knight who changed fortunes

CSK hold steady to down Royals

For a moment, it seemed surreal — 'Mr Perfect' Rahul Dravid getting caught off an ugly cross-batted shot and his young apprentice, Ajinkya Rahane, impressive so far with his correct strokeplay, trying to hit the ball senselessly. Creating such indiscretions in the opposition ranks has made MS Dhoni the man with a Midas touch, which was on display on Thursday as CSK recorded a four-wicket win. Khurram Habib reports. Scorecard

Bowling at death gives Super Kings the edge

Gilchrist will miss another game but hopes his team will improve their dismal record against host Chennai Super Kings. Shalabh Manocha reports. Face-off

Top guns look to rediscover lost touch

On paper, they have one of the strongest line-ups in the IPL, but when they lock horns against the CSK in the return leg tomorrow, it will be the firepower in their bowling that the MI will be banking on. Sanjjeev Karan Samyal reports.

Ben did nothing wrong: Albie

Chennai Super Kings' hopes of qualifying for the play-offs took a beating after their pace spearhead Ben Hilfenhaus was taken to the cleaners by Mumbai Indians' Dwayne Smith, who smashed 14 off the last three balls to clinch victory on Sunday. Firoz Mirza reports.
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