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In the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League has already reached the halfway mark. In match 39 of the IPL 2024, Chennai Super Kings were handed their second straight defeat at the hands of Lucknow Super Giants in Chennai. With this defeat, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led side further dropped to fifth place with KL Rahul’s LSG coming up and securing the fourth place in the IPL 2024 standings.
Here, in this article, we will look at the big updates around the IPL 2024 that took place on Tuesday, April 23, but before that, let’s check the matches scheduled for the day.
Today's match preview
Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans
Delhi Capitals will take on Gujarat Titans in the 40th match of the IPL 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. After suffering a big defeat at the hands of Sunrisers Hyderabad at home, Delhi Capitals will have to deliver a better performance to keep themselves in the mix for the top four race in the IPL. Meanwhile, the win against Punjab Kings in the previous match was vital for Gujarat Titans to consolidate their position in the middle of the IPL 2024 points table.
Major events around IPL that happened on April 23
Marcus Stoinis' 124 powers LSG to beat CSK by six wickets
Marcus Stoinis' 120 overpowered Ruturaj Gaikwad's 108 to help the Lucknow Super Giants beat the Chennai Super Kings by six wickets and chase down the 210-run total. With this performance, Stoinis registered the highest individual score while chasing in the IPL. This victory also helped Lucknow to consolidate themselves at the fourth spot on the table.
Mitchell Marsh likely to miss remainder of IPL 2024; Ponting opens up
Rishabh Pant-led Delhi Capitals (DC) have been hit with a massive blow with Mitchell Marsh likely to miss remainder of IPL 2024. Former Australia cricketer Ricky Ponting on being asked about the all-rounder, said, "I don't think he'll be coming back." Marsh flew to Australia after sustaining a hamstring injury following DC's defeat against MI.
India to NOT travel to Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Reports
According to recent reports, India's participation for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is highly unlikely. A BCCI source told IANS on Tuesday, April 23, the Champions Trophy is likely to get shifted outside of Pakistan. “Forget bilateral series …. Team India may not even travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. There might be a change of venue, so hybrid model is also possible," the source quoted.
That door is closed: Sunil Narine on playing in T20 World Cup 2024
Former West Indies all-rounder Sunil Narine cleared the air about taking a U-turn from retirement for the T20 World Cup 2024. He wrote on Instagram, "I have made peace with that decision and whilst I never wish to disappoint, that door is now closed and I will be supporting the guys who take the field in June for West Indies.”
WATCH : Virat Kohli’s 50th ODI century features in Laureus Epic Moments
Star India batter Virat Kohli’s 50th ODI century was featured in the Epic sporting moments of the 2023 calendar year at the Laureus World Sports Awards 2024. The globally recognised award ceremony took place in Madrid on Monday, April 22. The former Indian captain surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record and recorded his 50th ODI century during the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.