Indian Cricket Team Updates

The Australians have returned to India this time to take on MS Dhoni’s men in the shorter formats of the game. As they look to take on the No.1 ranked ODI side, they will be missing the services of key player and captain, Michael Clarke. George Bailey, who will be leading the side in the absence of Clarke, addressed the media in Mumbai with coach Steve Rixon ahead of the only T20I and seven ODI series slated to begin October 10. (Also Read:  I ndia Squad for Australia Series ) Agreeing that they will be missing Clarke, Rixon likened the impact of his absence to India missing their captain. “You take MS Dhoni out (of the India side), that probably answers the question,” he said when asked how much it would hurt the visitors. (Also Read:  India vs Australia Star Sports T20 Cup 2013: Preview ) Although they will be without Clarke, the tourists are ranked No.2 in the ICC rankings and have a competitive squad. The contest between the teams is expected to be a mouthwat...

The Chennai Super Kings registered yet another thrilling win at home, chasing 160 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad . While major contribution to CSK’s win came from MS Dhoni (67 off 37) and Michael Hussey (45 off 26) there were a few events on the field that really changed the game in their favour early on. First, Murali Vijay took a stunning diving catch at mid-on to get rid of Quinton de Kock in the first over and then Suresh Raina pounced on the ball at covers and affected a direct-hit to send the in-form Hanuma Vihari packing in the third over. While Shikhar Dhawan steadied SRH’s boat, the two early wickets ensured CSK’s target remained in gettable limits. With the likes of Raina, Michael Hussey Dwayne Bravo and Ravindra Jadeja, CSK are emerging as one of best fielding sides this IPL. What brings out the best in the CSK fielders is that they enjoy the work. After CSK’s five-wicket win, iplt20.com caught up with their fielding coach, Steve Rixon to talk about the ...