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Stumped

With the IPL upon us, we discuss the major talking points heading into the tournament.

This week’s Stumped with Nikesh Rughani, Jim Maxwell and Sunil Gupta is an Indian T20 franchise special.

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League starts on 22 March, and the team discuss the major talking points heading into the tournament, including Kolkata Knight Riders selecting Ajinkya Rahane as captain and if this could be the year for Virat Kohli's RCB to win their first title?

We reflect on Mumbai Indians winning the Women’s Premier League for the second time in three years.

Plus, we chat to cricket bat restorer Barney Morris about the rare and growing trade in cricket bat repairs.

(Photo: Players of Kolkata Knight Riders celebrate with the trophy after their victory against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2024 IPL Final match on 26 May, 2024, India. Credit: Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images)

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