Deccan Chargers coach Darren Lehmann admitted on Monday that failure to execute plans led to the downfall of the 2009 champions in the fifth season of Indian Premier League (IPL).
It has been a miserable season of the Deccan Chargers as they are lying at the bottom of the table with just two wins to their credit from 14 matches.
Ace shuttler Saina Nehwal made her maiden appearance in an Indian Premier League match when she came to cheer for the Deccan Chargers in their match against Kings XI Punjab at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday evening.
The Khel Ratna Awardee is currently preparing for the London Olympics.
RGICS bathes in blue
The Indian Premier League (IPL) bandwagon has finally arrived in the city. Even though fans may be disappointed with Deccan Chargers’ run in Season-5, there’s no denying that they are looking forward to watch the home team in action for the first time this year in Hyderabad. Chargers play Kings XI Punjab at Uppal.
“So near, yet so far” is a phrase that sums up Deccan Chargers’ run so far in the ongoing IPL-5 season.
Chargers, who have on numerous occasions failed to deliver the knockout punch, get an opportunity to do so when they play Kings XI Punjab at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday.
A rendezvous with the most humble and the best bowler in the world is bound to leave you smiling for the next few hours. Deccan Charger Dale Steyn and boyfriend of South African actress Jeanne Kietzmann was in the city to battle it out with his former team Royal Challengers Bangalore. “Bengaluru is a lovely city.
He might look like a simple guy, but Deccan Chargers left handed batsman JP Duminy is one who loves the high flying life. He considers Bengaluru to be one of the best cities of India. Many might think that this South African is not in the best form this season, but Duminy says, “I personally think I’m in good form off late.
On many counts, the Deccan Chargers have been mighty unlucky in the IPL-5. On many occasions, the former champions have shown that they have what it takes to go all the way, but have somehow not been able to ‘finish it off’ when it has mattered most.
With the points table continuing to be a logjam, Friday’s clash between Chennai Super Kings and Deccan Chargers has gained greater significance.
The visitors are confident after posting a win over Pune Warriors while the same cannot be said about the hosts after their successive losses at home. Successful campaigns are woven by working parties.
Ankit Sharma’s rise from virtual obscurity to premier spinner is worthy mention.
The left-arm spinner adds teeth to the Chargers’ attack with his subtle variations and ability to handle the new ball. “Ankit is one bowler who understands his role to perfection.
Skipper Kumar Sangakkara and Cameron White's brutal hitting at the death proved to be the decisive factor as Deccan Chargers defeated Pune Warriors by 13 runs in their Indian Premier League match, here today.
| Teams | P | W | L | Pts | R.R |
| DD | 16 | 11 | 5 | 22 | +0.617 |
| KKR | 16 | 10 | 5 | 21 | +0.561 |
| MI | 16 | 10 | 6 | 20 | -0.100 |
| CSK | 16 | 8 | 7 | 17 | +0.100 |
| RCB | 16 | 8 | 7 | 17 | -0.022 |
| KXIP | 16 | 8 | 8 | 16 | -0.216 |
| RR | 16 | 7 | 9 | 14 | +0.201 |
| DC | 16 | 4 | 11 | 9 | -0.509 |
| PWI | 16 | 4 | 12 | 8 | -0.551 |
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