IPL 2026, GT vs CSK: Mohammed Siraj produced a fiery new-ball spell in Ahmedabad that flipped the match on its head on Thursday. His burst of wickets and trademark celebrations set the tone for Gujarat Titans' dominant performance against the Super Kings.
India have called up Vidarbha all-rounder Harsh Dubey for the one-off Test and ODI series against Afghanistan. The move puts the record-breaking domestic performer in the frame as a long-term successor to Ravindra Jadeja.
IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad sealed their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs with a composed five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk. While the night carried emotional weight around the possible final home chapter of MS Dhoni, Ishan Kishan and Pat Cummins ensured the spotlight ultimately belonged to their playoff-clinching performance.
IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals outclassed Rajasthan Royals by 5-wicket at the Arun Jaitley Stadium to keep their slim play-off hopes alive. Mitchell Starc was the star performer for the Capitals with a fiery spell that dismantled RR's middle order.
Two middle-class Indian families risk their savings and emotional peace to push their young children into the dangerous waters of the Palk Strait. By conquering the body of water near Ram Setu, these young swimmers choose a grueling path to build a legacy that stands out in a crowd of billions.
IPL 2026, KKR vs GT: Gujarat Titans suffered a 30-run defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders after dropping four crucial catches that allowed KKR's batters to dominate at Eden Gardens. Despite a strong chase setup, GT's fielding lapses proved costly as their five-match winning streak came to an end and their playoff hopes went into a must-win situation.
PBKS vs DC: Punjab Kings' bowling collapse, marked by poor execution, costly extras and missed chances, allowed Delhi Capitals to recover from 33/3 and pull off a record chase in Dharamshala.
IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant defended handing Aiden Markram the final over as Chennai Super Kings chased 204. The call exposed Lucknow's muddled death-overs planning and ended Chennai's seven-year 180-plus chase drought.
IPL 2026: Rashid Khan's four-wicket spell dismantled Rajasthan Royals after Gujarat Titans posted 229 in Jaipur. The defeat exposed RR's muddled planning and sharpened the cost of another flat display.
IPL 2026: Axar Patel's toss call and batting-order gambles unravelled as Delhi Capitals lost to Chennai Super Kings in Delhi. The defeat sharpened scrutiny on Delhi's middle order and on a captain still searching for certainty.
IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma made his Batman-esque return with 84, adding an opening stand of 143 with Ryan Rickelton as Mumbai Indians chased 229 against Lucknow Super Giants. The win lifted MI to six points and kept their slim playoff chances alive.
IPL 2026: Lockie Ferguson defended Kyle Jamieson after the IPL cautioned him for his send-off to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The caution fed a wider debate over on-field aggression, while Ferguson also addressed Punjab Kings' bowling inconsistencies.
Mumbai Indians travel to Chepauk to face Chennai Super Kings with Hardik Pandya under scrutiny. The match puts two struggling five-time champions under pressure as the season nears an awkward finish.
IPL 2026: The Gujarat Titans face Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in a high-stakes clash between Shubman Gill's side with struggling middle order and Rajat Patidar's side with vulnerable death bowling. With the head-to-head record at this venue favoring the Titans, both teams are seeking a crucial batting resurgence in their final home league game of the season.
IPL 2026: The MRF Pace Foundation in Chennai continues to shape India's fast-bowling future, with its rigorous system producing talents like Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, now making their mark for SunRisers Hyderabad.
IPL 2026: Ashwani Kumar's stunning 4-24 on his season debut dismantled the Gujarat Titans' middle order, lifting Mumbai Indians from the bottom of the table. Combined with Tilak Varma's century, this clinical performance snapped MI's losing streak and secured their first-ever win in Ahmedabad.
IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians won their second game of the season after dominating Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. While Tilak won the Player of the Match award for his sensational century, Hardik Pandya's ploy to give Bumrah the first over perhaps will not get the accolades it deserves.
MS Dhoni's likely return has presented Chennai Super Kings with a selection dilemma just as the side has begun to build momentum in IPL 2026. Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has suggested that Dhoni could be utilised in a more defined, situation-based role, including as an Impact Player, amid concerns over his recent struggles with batting position and finishing games.
IPL 2026: SRH debutant Praful Hinge removed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with a perfectly executed hard-length delivery, aimed squarely at a well-known vulnerability. The plan was no secret, but it was Hinge's precision and discipline that set him apart from others who had tried and failed.
IPL 2026: Vijaykumar Vyshak threw his weight behind Shreyas Iyer as a future India captain, praising his leadership and ability to manage players at the Punjab Kings. The pacer also spoke about his own progress, saying his strong start in IPL 2026 has fuelled his ambition to earn a national call-up.
