MOST VALUABLE BATSMEN: KL Rahul (KXIP): Innings: 7, Runs: 387, Avg: 64.50, SR: 134.84. The Kings XI Punjab batsman is in red-hot form, with one century, three fifties and no single-digit score. Sportzpics for BCCI
MOST VALUABLE BATSMEN: KL Rahul (KXIP): Innings: 7, Runs: 387, Avg: 64.50, SR: 134.84. The Kings XI Punjab batsman is in red-hot form, with one century, three fifties and no single-digit score. Sportzpics for BCCI
Faf du Plessis (CSK): Innings: 7, Runs: 307, Avg: 61.40, SR: 147.59. Just one failure with the bat so far and batting with complete freedom. But even when he has fired on all cylinders, Chennai have somehow ended up losing, showing how badly some of his colleagues have played. Sportzpics for BCCI
Faf du Plessis (CSK): Innings: 7, Runs: 307, Avg: 61.40, SR: 147.59. Just one failure with the bat so far and batting with complete freedom. But even when he has fired on all cylinders, Chennai have somehow ended up losing, showing how badly some of his colleagues have played. Sportzpics for BCCI
Mayank Agarwal (KXIP): Innings: 7, Runs: 337, Avg: 48.14, SR: 158.96. The Punjab batsman has proven that with a good technique, even supposed Test specialists can conquer the 20-over format. Sportzpics for BCCI
Mayank Agarwal (KXIP): Innings: 7, Runs: 337, Avg: 48.14, SR: 158.96. The Punjab batsman has proven that with a good technique, even supposed Test specialists can conquer the 20-over format. Sportzpics for BCCI
LEAST VALUABLE BATSMEN: Kedar Jadhav (CSK): Innings: 4, Runs: 58, Avg: 19.33, SR: 98.30. It's a pain to watch Jadhav bat at the moment. Since he is a lower order batsman, he has to bat at a high rate from the start, which he has failed to do. His unbeaten seven from 12 balls during the 10-run defeat to Kolkata encapsulates his season so far. Sportzpics for BCCI
LEAST VALUABLE BATSMEN: Kedar Jadhav (CSK): Innings: 4, Runs: 58, Avg: 19.33, SR: 98.30. It's a pain to watch Jadhav bat at the moment. Since he is a lower order batsman, he has to bat at a high rate from the start, which he has failed to do. His unbeaten seven from 12 balls during the 10-run defeat to Kolkata encapsulates his season so far. Sportzpics for BCCI
Andre Russell (KKR): Innings: 6, Runs: 71, Avg: 11.83, SR: 142. Last season, Russell smashed over 500 runs from 14 games at an average of over 55 and a strike rate above 200. That seems a long time ago. He is so out of form this year, Kolkata are using him mainly as a bowler. Sportzpics for BCCI
Andre Russell (KKR): Innings: 6, Runs: 71, Avg: 11.83, SR: 142. Last season, Russell smashed over 500 runs from 14 games at an average of over 55 and a strike rate above 200. That seems a long time ago. He is so out of form this year, Kolkata are using him mainly as a bowler. Sportzpics for BCCI
Glenn Maxwell (KXIP): Innings: 7, Runs: 58, Avg: 14.50, SR: 95.08. He came within millimetres of hitting a game-changing six against Kolkata. But even so, a strike rate of below 100 for a blockbuster batsman like Maxwell is a poor return. At least he is excellent in the field and offers good off-spin bowling. Sportzpics for BCCI
Glenn Maxwell (KXIP): Innings: 7, Runs: 58, Avg: 14.50, SR: 95.08. He came within millimetres of hitting a game-changing six against Kolkata. But even so, a strike rate of below 100 for a blockbuster batsman like Maxwell is a poor return. At least he is excellent in the field and offers good off-spin bowling. Sportzpics for BCCI
MOST VALUABLE BOWLERS: Washington Sundar (RCB): Innings: 7, Wickets: 5, Avg: 21.6, Econ: 4.9. For a finger spinner to have an economy of under five an over, and that while also bowling in the power play overs, deserves full marks and a bonus point. The most valuable bowler in IPL 2020. Sportzpics for BCCI
MOST VALUABLE BOWLERS: Washington Sundar (RCB): Innings: 7, Wickets: 5, Avg: 21.6, Econ: 4.9. For a finger spinner to have an economy of under five an over, and that while also bowling in the power play overs, deserves full marks and a bonus point. The most valuable bowler in IPL 2020. Sportzpics for BCCI
Rashid Khan (SRH): Innings: 7, Wickets: 10, Avg: 14.10, Econ: 5.03. Close behind Sundar is Afghan spinner Khan who seems to have regained his touch after losing the novelty factor over the past few editions. Ten wickets, at five an over, is a captain's dream. Sportzpics for BCCI
Rashid Khan (SRH): Innings: 7, Wickets: 10, Avg: 14.10, Econ: 5.03. Close behind Sundar is Afghan spinner Khan who seems to have regained his touch after losing the novelty factor over the past few editions. Ten wickets, at five an over, is a captain's dream. Sportzpics for BCCI
Kagiso Rabada and Axar Patel (DC): Rabada: Innings, 7, Wickets: 17, Avg: 12.52, Econ: 7.69. Patel: Innings: 6, Wickets: 6, Avg: 16.00, SR: 5.05. A tie for the third position. At one side you have the unstoppable striking capacity of Rabada, who might go for a few runs but will pick up two wickets per game. On the other end, the miserly left-arm spin of Axar that guarantees four quiet overs for the captain. Sportzpics for BCCI
Kagiso Rabada and Axar Patel (DC): Rabada: Innings, 7, Wickets: 17, Avg: 12.52, Econ: 7.69. Patel: Innings: 6, Wickets: 6, Avg: 16.00, SR: 5.05. A tie for the third position. At one side you have the unstoppable striking capacity of Rabada, who might go for a few runs but will pick up two wickets per game. On the other end, the miserly left-arm spin of Axar that guarantees four quiet overs for the captain. Sportzpics for BCCI
LEAST VALUABLE BOWLERS: Ravindra Jadeja (CSK): Innings: 6, Wickets: 3, Avg: 59.66, Econ: 8.95. On paper, should have dominated on UAE's dry pitches and vast outfields. In reality, has been ordinary with the ball. Given his value in the team, the biggest disappointment so far. Sportzpics for BCCI
LEAST VALUABLE BOWLERS: Ravindra Jadeja (CSK): Innings: 6, Wickets: 3, Avg: 59.66, Econ: 8.95. On paper, should have dominated on UAE's dry pitches and vast outfields. In reality, has been ordinary with the ball. Given his value in the team, the biggest disappointment so far. Sportzpics for BCCI
Tom Curran (RR): Innings: 5, Wickets: 3, Avg: 69.33, Econ: 11.44. There is bad, then there's this. An economy of nearly 12 an over means you are leaking almost 50 runs every match. No team can carry that sort of a burden. Sportzpics for BCCI
Tom Curran (RR): Innings: 5, Wickets: 3, Avg: 69.33, Econ: 11.44. There is bad, then there's this. An economy of nearly 12 an over means you are leaking almost 50 runs every match. No team can carry that sort of a burden. Sportzpics for BCCI
Shreyas Gopal (RR): Innings: 7, Wickets: 4, Avg: 58.50, Econ: 9.00. Attacking leg-spinners have been tough to negotiate this year. But not if you are Gopal. The Rajasthan leg-spinner has been easily negotiated and you can't even say he went for runs in lieu of wickets. Sportzpics for BCCI
Shreyas Gopal (RR): Innings: 7, Wickets: 4, Avg: 58.50, Econ: 9.00. Attacking leg-spinners have been tough to negotiate this year. But not if you are Gopal. The Rajasthan leg-spinner has been easily negotiated and you can't even say he went for runs in lieu of wickets. Sportzpics for BCCI

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IPL 2020: Washington Sundar most valuable bowler, Kedar Jadhav least valuable batsman at halfway stage – in pictures

We take a closer look at the players' performances so far in the UAE

Ajit Vijaykumar

October 13, 2020

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IPL 2020 has reached the halfway mark, and now the novelty of playing behind closed doors in the UAE – and with artificial crowd noise – has worn off, it's time to assess the individual performances.

Any rustiness after the prolonged downtime should have gone by now. Those struggling can't blame it on anything else apart from their own bad form.

Here, is a list of the best and worst performing batsmen and bowlers so far this season.

Players have been assessed on their performance vis-a-vis their position and importance in the team, and their overall impact. Stats include the first seven matches of all eight teams.

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WHAT IS A BLACK HOLE?

1. Black holes are objects whose gravity is so strong not even light can escape their pull

2. They can be created when massive stars collapse under their own weight

3. Large black holes can also be formed when smaller ones collide and merge

4. The biggest black holes lurk at the centre of many galaxies, including our own

5. Astronomers believe that when the universe was very young, black holes affected how galaxies formed

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THE BIO

Age: 30

Favourite book: The Power of Habit

Favourite quote: "The world is full of good people, if you cannot find one, be one"

Favourite exercise: The snatch

Favourite colour: Blue

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Fresh faces in UAE side

Khalifa Mubarak (24) An accomplished centre-back, the Al Nasr defender’s progress has been hampered in the past by injury. With not many options in central defence, he would bolster what can be a problem area.

Ali Salmeen (22) Has been superb at the heart of Al Wasl’s midfield these past two seasons, with the Dubai club flourishing under manager Rodolfo Arrubarrena. Would add workrate and composure to the centre of the park.

Mohammed Jamal (23) Enjoyed a stellar 2016/17 Arabian Gulf League campaign, proving integral to Al Jazira as the capital club sealed the championship for only a second time. A tenacious and disciplined central midfielder.

Khalfan Mubarak (22) One of the most exciting players in the UAE, the Al Jazira playmaker has been likened in style to Omar Abdulrahman. Has minimal international experience already, but there should be much more to come.

Jassim Yaqoub (20) Another incredibly exciting prospect, the Al Nasr winger is becoming a regular contributor at club level. Pacey, direct and with an eye for goal, he would provide the team’s attack an extra dimension.

War on waste
Who's who in Yemen conflict

Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government

Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council

Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south

Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory

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The figures behind the event

1) More than 300 in-house cleaning crew

2) 165 staff assigned to sanitise public areas throughout the show

3) 1,000 social distancing stickers

4) 809 hand sanitiser dispensers placed throughout the venue

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How to protect yourself when air quality drops

Install an air filter in your home.

Close your windows and turn on the AC.

Shower or bath after being outside.

Wear a face mask.

Stay indoors when conditions are particularly poor.

If driving, turn your engine off when stationary.

Gifts exchanged
  • King Charles - replica of President Eisenhower Sword
  • Queen Camilla -  Tiffany & Co vintage 18-carat gold, diamond and ruby flower brooch
  • Donald Trump - hand-bound leather book with Declaration of Independence
  • Melania Trump - personalised Anya Hindmarch handbag
UAE currency
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