‘Surface’ tension irks IPL franchises | Cricket News

‘Surface’ tension irks IPL franchises | Cricket News

LSG mentor Zaheer Khan inspecting the pitch (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The absence of any discernible ‘home advantage’ has become a talking point in the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Barely two weeks in, there is growing discontent among franchises over local curators not preparing pitches according to the host team’s … Read more

As IPL turns 18, how have franchises evolved in terms of choosing captains | Cricket News

As IPL turns 18, how have franchises evolved in terms of choosing captains | Cricket News

Photo Courtesy: IPLT20.com May 30, 2008. Venue: The Wankhede Stadium. Event: First semifinal of the inaugural IPL between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Daredevils (DD). RR had just finished the warm-ups. Their captain Shane Warne walked towards Yusuf Pathan and without saying a word, looked deep into his eyes, placed a hand on his shoulders … Read more