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The Science of Successful Run Chases in T20 Cricket: Data, Psychology & Match Strategy

By Arjun Ravi May 6, 2026Cricket Analysis, International Cricket, IPL, Opinion & Editorial, T206 Comments

Twenty20 cricket has quietly evolved from chaos to calculation. A decade ago, chasing 180 felt heroic.Today, chasing 220+ is routine in leagues like the IPL and international T20Is. This rise in…

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Sanju Samson’s 87* vs DC — The Innings That Defined IPL 2026

By Arjun Ravi May 6, 2026Cricket Analysis, Cricket News, IPL, Match Analysis, Opinion & Editorial, Player ProfileNo Comments

On a tricky Delhi surface, Sanju Samson produced a calm, unbeaten 87 to dismantle Delhi Capitals in a chase that felt inevitable. It wasn’t about power or milestones — it was a masterclass in patience, control, and finishing under pressure.

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Why Death Bowling Decides IPL Matches – Complete Guide

By Arjun Ravi May 5, 2026Cricket Analysis, IPL, Opinion & Editorial4 Comments

Death bowling decides more IPL matches than powerplay or middle overs. Discover the tactics, skills, field settings and strategies teams use to defend runs and win games in the final overs of T20 cricket.

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Best Death Bowlers in IPL 2026: The Ultimate Rankings, Stats & Match-Winning Kings Revealed

By Arjun Ravi May 5, 2026Cricket Analysis, Cricket News, IPL, Opinion & Editorial1 Comment

What happens in the final four overs of an IPL match often feels like chaos disguised as cricket. One moment the batting side is struggling… and the next, a 24-run over…

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“Fair Wickets Would Be Boring”: Muttiah Muralitharan’s Shocking Take on IPL’s Batting Domination & Big Business Reality

By Arjun Ravi May 5, 2026Cricket Analysis, Cricket News, IPL, Opinion & Editorial2 Comments

What if the game of cricket is no longer about balance—but about entertainment at any cost? And what if one of the greatest bowlers in history just admitted it out loud?…

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The IPL’s Secret Weapon: How the Impact Player Rule Is Changing Cricket Forever

By Arjun Ravi May 5, 2026Cricket Guides, Cricket News, Cricket Rules, IPL, Opinion & Editorial4 Comments

The modern T20 era demands constant innovation. Therefore, the Impact Player rule has become a defining feature of the Indian Premier League. This rule reshapes tactics, team balance, and match outcomes.…

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Is IPL Entering a New Era? Why Viewership Could Drop After Kohli & Dhoni

By Arjun Ravi May 4, 2026IPL, Cricket Analysis, Cricket News, Opinion & EditorialNo Comments

For over a decade, two names defined the heartbeat of the Indian Premier League — Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni. They weren’t just players. They were storylines, rivalries, emotions and marketing…

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Kartik Sharma Biography: Untold Story of CSK’s ₹14.2 Crore Rising Star

By Arjun Ravi May 4, 2026IPL, Domestic Cricket, Opinion & Editorial, Player Profile3 Comments

The New Name in Indian Cricket Kartik Sharma has quickly become one of the most talked-about young cricketers in India after his record-breaking IPL 2026 auction bid by Chennai Super Kings…

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Arjun Tendulkar Career Analysis: Stats, IPL Journey & Future in Indian Cricket

By Arjun Ravi May 3, 2026Cricket News, IPL, Player Profile1 Comment

Few young cricketers in the world have grown up under as much spotlight as Arjun Tendulkar. Being the son of Sachin Tendulkar brings unmatched attention, expectations, and pressure. But beyond the…

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Chennai Super Kings 2026 Squad Analysis: New Era Led by Ruturaj Gaikwad & Sanju Samson

By Arjun Ravi May 2, 2026Cricket Stats & Records, IPL, Opinion & Editorial9 Comments

Chennai Super Kings 2026 – The Beginning of a New Era After finishing last in IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings entered IPL 2026 with a clear mission: rebuild the team for…