RCB Crush DC by 9 Wickets in One-Sided Clash
New Delhi, April 27 (Udaipur Kiran) Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a dominant performance to defeat Delhi Capitals by 9 wickets in IPL 2026, chasing a modest target of 76 runs in just 6.3 overs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing 76, RCB made light work of the target. Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 23 ... Read more RCB Crush DC by 9 Wickets in One-Sided Clash
Bhuvneshwar Kumar joins Jasprit Bumrah in this elite club after he helps RCB crush Delhi Capitals
Bhuvneshwar Kumar achieved a significant milestone with his 20th three-wicket haul in IPL history. He joined Jasprit Bumrah in an elite club of pacers. Royal Challengers Bengaluru's pace attack dominated Delhi Capitals. Delhi Capitals were bowled out for 75. Josh Hazlewood also delivered a sensational spell.
IPL 2026: RCB Register a Comfortable 9-Wicket Win Over Delhi Capitals
Royal Challengers Bengaluru continued their impressive run, thrashing Delhi Capitals by nine wickets
Virat Kohli becomes first player to reach 9,000 runs in IPL history
Virat Kohli has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first player to score 9,000 runs in the Indian Premier League. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru star reached this landmark against Delhi Capitals. Kohli's consistent performance, especially in chases, highlights his crucial role for his team. He is also nearing another record for most 400-run seasons.
IPL 2026: Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Sizzle As RCB Bowl Out Listless DC For Just 75
Impact Player Abishek Porel: Royal Challengers Bengalurus pace duo Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar ripped through Delhi Capitals batting through a devastating new-ball spell, as the hosts were bundled out for just 75 in Match 39 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. The pair combined for picking six wickets inside the first four overs, producing movement and bounce more reminiscent of a Test match than an IPL game. Outside edges flew, while batters were beaten repeatedly, as DC had no answers to counter Hazlewood (4-12) and Bhuvneshwar (3-5). Impact Player Abishek Porels 30 off 33 was the lone bright spot in an otherwise dismal batting effort, as no other DC batter crossed 20 and fell like ninepins. With just 75 on the board, the contest now hinges only on how quickly RCB can chase down the target, their bowlers having already delivered a masterclass in dismantling an opposition. Not many thought of mayhem coming DC's way when Bhuvneshwar Kumar's probing away-swinging delivery drew an edge off debutant Sahil Parakh, and trickled harmlessly to short third-man. But on the very next ball, Bhuvneshwar struck with lethal precision - a sharp, late-in-swinging yorker from over the wicket sneaked past Parakh's blade and castled him for a two-ball duck. Hazlewood raised the tempo of carnage with two huge blows in as many deliveries. A brutal short ball cramped KL Rahul for room on the pull, and the top edge settled into Jitesh Sharma's safe gloves, while debutant Sameer Rizvi was enticed in chasing one around the off-stump, and the outside edge on an expansive drive was grabbed by the keeper. Tristan Stubbs momentarily lifted DCs spirits by clipping Hazlewood's hat-trick ball for four. But the reprieve was fleeting as Bhuvneshwar, relentless and unerring, found Stubbs' outside edge with another late swinging delivery and was safely pouched by first slip. He then extracted the outside edge of captain Axar Patel, with Jitesh taking another catch. Hazlewood then completed DC's misery by producing a sharp short ball that tangled Nitish Rana, and an ugly glove-edge was caught by gully, as DC were in absolute tatters at 9/6 inside four overs. Bhuvneshwar and Hazlewood became the first pair of bowlers in IPL history to each claim three wickets inside the powerplay in the same game, which underlined just how comprehensively they dismantled DC. When the six-over phase ended, Delhi's 13/6 became the new record for the lowest powerplay score in IPL history. Abishek Porel and David Miller then offered some resistance by plundering boundaries off Rasikh Salam Dar and Romario Shepherd to stage a brief recovery. But the brief 35-run stand off 31 balls was broken by Rasikh, as Miller, attempting to heave across the line against a pacy short ball, toe-ended to a grateful Jitesh. Amid a feeble dust storm swirling around the ground, Kyle Jamieson pulled Shepherd handsomely over mid-wicket for six to take DC to their fifty in 10.2 overs and spare them from the additional ignominy of the lowest total in IPL history. Even as Suyash Sharma troubled Porel, Jamieson's defiance was ended by Krunal Pandya, who joined the wicket-taking party with a good length delivery that straightened after pitching on off-stump and trapped him plumb lbw. After Suyash castled Kuldeep Yadav with a ripping leg-break, Hazlewood ended DCs misery by rattling Porels middle stump with a pin-perfect yorker. But the brief 35-run stand off 31 balls was broken by Rasikh, as Miller, attempting to heave across the line against a pacy short ball, toe-ended to a grateful Jitesh. Amid a feeble dust storm swirling around the ground, Kyle Jamieson pulled Shepherd handsomely over mid-wicket for six to take DC to their fifty in 10.2 overs and spare them from the additional ignominy of the lowest total in IPL history. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals 75 all out in 16.3 overs (Abishek Porel 30, David Miller 19; Josh Hazlewood 4-12, Bhuvneshwar Kumar 3-5) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru Article Source: IANS
Curse of April 27 returns after 15 years! Delhi Capitals script unwanted IPL history
Delhi Capitals endured a historic batting collapse, mirroring a 2011 ignominy on April 27th. Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacers ruthlessly reduced DC to a staggering 8 for 6 within four overs, marking the lowest powerplay score in a full IPL match. This dramatic implosion saw six wickets fall inside the first six overs, a feat previously achieved by Kochi Tuskers Kerala.
Lowest Totals In IPL History: Delhi Capitals Start Horrendously vs RCB, Score Least Powerplay Score
Delhi Capitals have had a horrendous start to their innings against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in an IPL 2026 match in Delhi on Monday
IPL 2026 LIVE: '49 All Out' Under Threat; Disastrous DC 13/6 In Powerplay vs RCB
DC vs RCB Live Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Delhi Capitals are off to a terrible start and Royal Challengers Bengaluru could end up erasing their worst record today.
8/6 horror! DC crash to all-time low as RCB pacers script historic IPL collapse
Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacers delivered a ruthless performance, dismantling Delhi Capitals' batting line-up to a record-breaking 8 for 6 on Monday. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood took multiple wickets early, leaving DC shell-shocked and setting a new IPL low for the sixth wicket. RCB's bowlers exploited movement and pressure to perfection.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowlers delivered a stunning performance against Delhi Capitals. They reduced the Capitals to a mere 13 runs for six wickets in the powerplay. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood were instrumental, taking multiple wickets. This devastating spell put Delhi Capitals in a precarious position early in the match.
Sahil Parakh: All about the 18-year-old who made his IPL debut with Delhi Capitals today
Young Maharashtra batter Sahil Parakh made his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, opening alongside KL Rahul against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The 18-year-old left-hander was dismissed for a two-ball duck by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, marking a forgettable start to his IPL career.
IPL 2026: Jamieson, Parakh, Chameera Come In For DC As Unchanged, RCB Elect To Bowl First
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Kyle Jamieson and Sahil Parakh have been handed debut caps by Delhi Capitals, who have also included Dushmantha Chameera, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru, unchanged from their previous match, won the toss and elected to bowl first in Match 39 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Monday. Defending champions RCB have five wins in seven games and are in second place on the points table. DC, meanwhile, need a win to keep themselves in good standing in the race to the playoffs after losing four of their last five games, which means they are in seventh spot. After winning the toss, RCB captain Rajat Patidar said, This venue is a high-scoring ground, it will not make much difference, we will try to put them under pressure in the second innings. The most important thing is that different players are coming up and delivering in different matches. We have played some good cricket and continue to carry that momentum. It is in the past; we are looking to play good cricket. DC skipper Axar Patel said Chameera, Jamieson, who previously played for RCB and Punjab Kings in the IPL, and Parakh, the teenage Maharashtra batter, come into the playing eleven in place of Pathum Nissanka, Mukesh Kumar, and Auqib Nabi Dar. Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi, who had an unfortunate head injury while taking a catch against the Punjab Kings and was later discharged after being taken to the hospital, is not available for the game after not being spotted during the pre-game practice session. I would have fielded if I won the toss. The ground dimensions are small, the pitch also gets better, so we would have chased as well. In the IPL, you score 264 and lose, but it is a long tournament. We had a good game with bat and ball; if we had held our chances, then the result would be different. You need to keep continuing to do the work, even our best fielders drop catches, so luck is not on our side, but we cannot sit around thinking about it. We have to strike in the powerplay, though Mukesh has done well, he needs a break, and we are bringing in international bowlers, he said. Mondays game will be played on pitch number five, where the Gujarat Titans made 210 earlier this season, and DC fell short by one run in a humdinger of a clash. In their pitch report, Danny Morrison and Eoin Morgan observed that with 63m square boundaries on either side, the pitch has a slightly drier look. They further reckoned it would be interesting to see if the ball spins and has some bite for the spinners. Playing XIs: Delhi Capitals: Sahil Parakh, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (captain), Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Kyle Jamieson Impact substitutes: Auqib Nabi, Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Tripurana Vijay, Abishek Porel Delhi Capitals: Sahil Parakh, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (captain), Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Kyle Jamieson Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Jacob Bethell, Jordan Cox, Mangesh Yadav, Vicky Ostwal, Venkatesh Iyer Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Who is Sahil Parakh? Young batter makes debut for DC vs RCB
Eighteen-year-old Sahil Parakh makes his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, opening alongside KL Rahul against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday. The left-handed batter, who also bowls leg-spin, impressed for India Under-19 and was acquired by DC for Rs 30 lakh. Skipper Axar Patel confirmed Parakh replaces Pathum Nissanka at the top.
IPL 2026, RCB vs DC LIVE: RCB Wins Toss, Opts To Bowl First
With the tournament entering a decisive phase, this clash is more than just two points. It is a test of temperament for Delhi and a chance for Bengaluru to assert their authority
DC vs RCB LIVE Score, IPL 2026: Virat Kohli On Verge Of Historic Record; DC Set To Hand 2 Debuts
DC vs RCB Live Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Delhi Capitals face a tough challenge to keep their playoff charge intact as they face in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Bengaluru software engineer Manish Singh's journey from a humble background to Google is a testament to his family's unwavering belief in education. His mother's sacrifice and his grandparents' support paved the way for his success. Witnessing his grandfather's pride on the Google campus, a moment echoing childhood lessons, underscored the shared nature of his achievement.
BJP urges Police not to allow Umar Khalid book reading in Bengaluru
The Bharatiya Janata Party has urged Bengaluru Police to deny permission for a book reading event linked to activist Umar Khalid, warning of protests if it proceeds. The event, organised by civil rights groups at Bangalore International Centre, is expected to feature speakers including Ramachandra Guha and Prakash Raj.
TDP condemns disruption of comedian Sarat Udays Bengaluru comedy show, calls it undemocratic
State president Palla Srinivasa Rao said any objections to expression must be addressed through legal channels, not through confrontational action by party workers, after a stand-up performance by Sarat Uday in Bengaluru was disrupted on Saturday
NIA Court Sentences Mohammed Sharik to 10 Years for Mangaluru Blast
Bengaluru, April 27: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) court has sentenced Mohammed Sharik to ten years of rigorous imprisonment in connection with the Mangaluru blast case. Sharik confessed to his crime in court. The incident occurred on November 19, 2022, in the Kankanady area of Mangaluru. According to investigative agencies, Sharik was allegedly on his ... Read more NIA Court Sentences Mohammed Sharik to 10 Years for Mangaluru Blast
Delhi Capitals Gets Special Message From Parth Jindal Ahead Of RCB Clash
Two days after losing to Punjab Kings despite posting a 264-run total, Delhi Capitals face the humongous task of beating the formidable Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Live Score Updates, IPL 2026: Head-to-Head
Virat Kohli just 11 runs away from 9,000 IPL runs; still 'Ace of Chases' for RCB
Virat Kohli is on the verge of a major IPL milestone. He needs just 11 runs to become the first player to score 9,000 runs in the league. Royal Challengers Bengaluru faces Delhi Capitals. Kohli has been in strong form, especially in chases. His performance significantly impacts RCB's win rate. He is also nearing another 400-run season.
DC vs RCB IPL 2026 match: Delhi Capitals face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a shocking loss despite scoring 264. Currently sixth, Delhi's strong batting is hampered by ineffective bowling, especially at the death. RCB, second on the table, boasts a balanced side with consistent batting and effective death bowling.
Alarming incidents of very young children riding two-wheelers in traffic have sparked outrage. One case showed a child under ten precariously balancing on a scooter, while another featured six youngsters crammed onto a single bike in Bengaluru. These events highlight severe safety lapses and a desperate need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and parental supervision.
Karnataka Home Minister Discusses Political Dynamics Amid D.K. Brothers Meeting
Bengaluru, April 27: Karnatakas Home Minister G. Parameshwara addressed the media regarding the recent meeting between the party high command and the D.K. brothers (Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and former MP D.K. Suresh). He stated that such discussions are routine in politics. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru on Monday, he emphasized that these situations ... Read more Karnataka Home Minister Discusses Political Dynamics Amid D.K. Brothers Meeting
Saros: A polished, intense, repetitive bullet hell
Rahul Kohli leads a fight to escape an ever-dying world in Saros, a pulse-pounding, bullet hell roguelike that infuses great storytelling into the genre
Bengaluru: Two booked for disabling 240 CCTV cameras at Chinnaswamy Stadium
An FIR has been filed against two men for allegedly disrupting the CCTV surveillance system at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The incident occurred on April 24, the day of the RCB versus GT IPL match. The accused reportedly entered the stadium without authorization and tampered with critical surveillance equipment. This action caused over 240 cameras to go offline.
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UFC GYM launches new UFC FIT facility at Folium by Sumadhura in Whitefield, Bengaluru
This facility is the 2ndUFC FIT club in India
BJP Urges Bengaluru Police Commissioner to Cancel Event Supporting Umar Khalid
According to sources, the editors of the book Umar Khalid and His World will read excerpts from the book on April 28 in Bengaluru, followed by a discussion in which some historians and intellectuals are likely to participate
A Bengaluru woman's house hunting experience in HSR Layout has gone viral. She shared her struggle to find an affordable 1BHK within a 15,000 rupee budget. Rental prices in the area start at 25,000 rupees and can go up to 50,000 rupees. The woman described the process as exhausting, comparing it to a marathon.
Chennai to get three stores, followed by three more in Bengaluru Stores to offer personalised experiences largely to business owners, helping them access credit Paisabazaar, Indias leading financial marketplace and free credit score platform, is strengthening its phygital strategy with a focussed expansion into South India. Paisabazaar will open retail stores across the region, with the first store coming up in Chennais T Nagar, one of the busiest commercial hubs, in the first week of May. This will be followed by two stores in Mount Road and Velachery in Chennai. The expansion of its physical stores is in line with Paisabazaars focus on reaching new consumersparticularly small business owners, a credit-starved segmentand enabling easier access to credit.In the next phase, Paisabazaar will enter the Bengaluru market with three stores. Paisabazaar is building its offline expansion in South India on the success of its retail stores in Delhi-NCR which it opened last year. Paisabazaar plans to open 100 storesacross key markets including Mumbai, Delhi/NCR, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and other major metros across India. Santosh Agarwal, CEO, Paisabazaar, said, As a platform, we have served consumers across 860 cities across India. With our expansion of retail stores, we aim to extend this reach through a physical presence as wellespecially for consumers who are less comfortable navigating digital journeys and value expert guidance. Our stores will play a key role in providing that support while retaining the transparency and choice of our platform. These retail stores offer consumers a personalised experience to help them access the right products and best offers, across business loans, personal loans, home loans and credit cards along with expert advice to help strengthen credit profiles. For first-time borrowers, an in-person experience provides reassurance and confidence. This is especially important for products like home loans and business loans, where the processes are more complex and documentation is heavier. Our phygital model is designed to provide this balance offering speed and choice digitally, plus trust and guidance physically. We see this as a catalyst for bringing more Indians into the ambit of formal credit, Santosh Agarwal said. Additionally,Udyam registration, GST registration, and GST filing services will also be available across all these retail stores. These services are aimed at self-employed individuals, who often face challenges arising from inadequate documentation, insufficient financial records, and limited familiarity with digital channels. About Paisabazaar Paisabazaar, a part of PB Fintech (listed since 2021), is Indias largest marketplace for consumer credit and free credit score. Over the last 11 years, Paisabazaar has earned the trust of over 55 million consumers. Paisabazaar has built 65+ partnerships withBanks, NBFCs, and fintechs to offer a broad range of credit products. Paisabazaar is ISO (27001:2013) and PCI DSS certified organisation, with industry-best controls, to safeguard the best interest of consumers.
In a spectacular celebration that blended sporting excellence, lifestyle innovation, and community spirit, Sumadhura Group unveiled Bengalurus first-ever Residential Branded Clubhouse at Folium, Whitefieldsetting a bold new benchmark for luxury living in India. The grand unveiling event was marked by the presence of some of Indias most celebrated sports icons, including Saina Nehwal Olympic medallist, former World No. 1 Badminton champion and Co-founder of Badminton Pros, Saurav Ghosal - Commonwealth Games medallist and Founder of Saurav Ghosal Squash, Puja Tomar- Indias only woman UFC fighter and Brand partner of UFC FIT. Their presence elevated the event into a truly iconic gathering, symbolizing the convergence of global sporting excellence with next-generation residential living. (LR): Bharat Kumar Kandukuri, Srinivas Moramchetty, Ali Kasmani, Paresh Prabhakar, Puja Tomar, Saina Nehwal, Saurav Ghosal and Pavit Singh at Folium by Sumadhura launch, Bengaluru The other dignitaries who graced the grand unveil included Paresh Prabhakar, Tiger Shroffs mentor & Business Head at Matrix Dance Academy, Ali Kasmani, Head of Operations, Michael Phelps Swimming along with Mr. Srinivas Moramchetty, Director- Sales & Marketing, Sumadhura Group, Mr. Bharat Kumar Kandukuri, Director, Sumadhura Group and Pavit Singh, Founder, Ileseum Clubs. Adding an unforgettable experiential layer to the evening, the event featured exclusive celebrity-led activities, where residents won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience immersive sessions with sports legends at their respective branded academies within the clubhouse. Participants stepped onto the court with Saina Nehwal for an interactive badminton session, rallied with Saurav Ghosal on the squash court, engaged in an energizing MMA session led by Puja Tomar, and joined high-energy, professionally guided dance sessions conducted by Matrix Dance Academyadding a dynamic layer of creativity, movement, and engagement to the experience. The event drew an impressive turnout of 1000+ participants including residents and lifestyle enthusiasts, reflecting strong interest in this pioneering concept. With this collaboration at Folium by Sumadhura, world-class academies such as Michael Phelps Swimming, UFC FIT, Saurav Ghosal Squash, and Matrix Dance Academy are entering Bengaluru, bringing global-standard lifestyle experiences to the city. Additionally, Badminton Pros is launching its first-ever residential community academy in Bengaluru at Folium. Commenting on this momentous occasion, Mr. Srinivas Moramchetty, Director-Sales & Marketing, Sumadhura Group said, Folium is one of our signature developments, and this Branded Clubhouse reflects how we are reimagining urban living in Bengaluru. In a city shaped by long commutes and traffic, access to quality lifestyle experiences is often limited.With this initiative, Sumadhura has redefined and elevated urban lifestyles by bringing professionally managed, world-class sports, fitness, recreation, and wellness experiences directly into residents everyday lives, bringing in global experiences to ones doorstep, eliminating the need to travel, and giving time back to what truly matters. For us, curating Bengaluru and Hyderabads first residential Branded Clubhouse goes far beyond convenience; it reflects a conscious effort to elevate lifestyle standards, enabling healthier routines, nurturing talent, and fostering stronger community connections. We have gone above and beyond to deliver a future-ready lifestyle that is active, seamless, and truly world-class for our customers. Expressing enthusiasm, Saina Nehwal, Co-Founder of Badminton Pros Academy said, Partnering with Folium to bring my badminton academy into a branded residential clubhouse alongside other iconic academies is a very special opportunity. In a city like Bengaluru, where badminton is deeply loved and part of the sporting culture, this initiative feels especially meaningful. It allows residents to access structured coaching, professional training, and best mentorship within their own community, bringing the sport closer to everyday life. This can help nurture young talent, encourage more families to take up badminton, and strengthen the citys already vibrant sporting ecosystem, shaping Indias next generation of badminton champions and elevating the countrys presence on the global stage. I am happy to be part of a vision that makes world-class badminton a natural part of daily living. Managed by Ileseum Clubs - one of Indias fastest growing lifestyle delivery companies, the Branded Clubhouse at Folium is not just an amenityit is a fully integrated, professionally curated lifestyle ecosystem. Through strategic collaborations with six globally recognized academies at Folium, residents gain unparalleled access to world-class training, featuring global, Olympic-level methodologies, thoughtfully designed programs, and immersive experiences delivered in association with distinguished academies such as: Badminton Pros by Saina Nehwal Saurav Ghosal Squash UFC FIT Matrix Dance Academy Michael Phelps Swimming Mahesh Bhupathi Tennis Academies With Ileseum Clubs overseeing program design, global partnerships, certified coach onboarding, and day-to-day operations, the Branded Clubhouse at Folium benefits from strong operational and experiential support. This ensures seamless, year-round engagement that sustains wellness routines, skill development, and continuous talent progression for residents. Sumadhura Group plans to integrate Branded Clubhouses across select upcoming marquee residential projects in Bengaluru. About Sumadhura Group With three decades of legacy, Sumadhura Group is known for its prime locations, ahead-of-time delivery, high quality, and smart design in residential, commercial and warehousing projects, catering to a cross-section of home buyers and business entities in the real estate landscape of South India. Sumadhuras unique customer-centric approach and commitment to delivering excellence and superior products have earned the company-wide recognition as a credible and reliable entity in the industry, across Bengaluru and Hyderabad. The brand promise of Foundation of Happiness mirrors the groups commitment to becoming the very foundation upon which happiness is built. With over 56 projects delivered, spanning over 17 million square feet, and over 40 million square feet in the pipeline, Sumadhura has emerged as a prominent brand in the fast-evolving market of developers. Evolving beyond residential developments, the group has expanded its portfolio into commercial, warehousing, co-living, and other real estate verticals to cater to diverse customer needs.
DC vs RCB IPL 2026: KL Rahuls Red-Hot Form Faces RCBs Team Strength
KL Rahuls record-breaking form meets RCBs balanced unit as Delhi Capitals take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a high-stakes IPL 2026 match in Delhi.
Indias office market defies global headwinds with record leasing in Q1
With a record-breaking first quarter, India's office market is buzzing with optimism, achieving its highest leasing volume to date. This remarkable growth showcases a solid trust among occupiers, with significant contributions from tech giants, flexible office solutions, and the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors. Key cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad are at the forefront of this trend.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: All-rounder Krunal Pandya reflected on his evolution as a cricketer and a person, highlighting how experience and success have shaped his outlook, while also revisiting key moments from his journey with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL. Speaking about his growth over the years, Krunal emphasised how his perspective has matured while his core values have remained intact. I have changed over a period of time, for the better. As you go through the journey, you learn. A lot of credit goes to my parents and the upbringing they gave me. But as a human being, who I am, has remained the same. I love cricket, still as excited and passionate to play. I have always been a family man. I love my family, kids, and my wife, who has played an integral part. My parents have been my pillars. When you taste success, two things can happen, either you go crazy or it makes you humble. I have taken the second route. The more I have grown, the humbler I have become, which is why family is important for me, and cricket is in my blood, mind, everywhere, he told JioStar. The all-rounder also looked back at his memorable debut for RCB against Kolkata Knight Riders, recalling the highs and early struggles before turning the game around with crucial breakthroughs. I was very excited to play my first match. The opening ceremony had just happened. I remember Shah Rukh sir was on stage and the crowd was chanting. I thought, Wow, if we win this match here, it will be fun. I bowled my first over in the Powerplay and gave away 15 runs. I was like, What is happening? KKR were 110 in 10 overs, they were scoring quickly, and I told myself that I had to make a comeback. In my next over, it was the 11th, I got Ajinkya Rahane out at deep square leg. Then Venkatesh Iyer was batting without a helmet, so I thought I would bowl a bouncer, and he got the helmet back quickly. After that, I bowled a quick second ball and he got bowled. That is something fast bowlers do, he said. Krunal further revisited a high-pressure clash at the Wankhede Stadium against his former side Mumbai Indians, where his all-round contribution proved decisive in sealing a memorable win for RCB. Wankhede has always been a special place to play. The atmosphere there is electric. We scored around 220, and at one point, it looked like we were winning, but then Hardik came in and scored a quick 15-ball 40-odd, which shifted the momentum. From the way the game was going, I knew I would have to bowl the last over, and I backed myself to defend. It was a special game because earlier I had got Will Jacks out on a bouncer, which was something I had planned before the IPL. The wicket was so flat that I did not know where to bowl. So, in my second over, after trying a couple of wide yorkers, I went for the bouncer, and it worked. That felt really satisfying. There was a lot of pressure in the last over. Santner was batting, and with a short leg-side boundary, it was challenging. I set an unusual field, kept a deep point, and went for the wide yorker to use the long boundary, and it worked in my favour. Then, to Deepak Chahar, I bowled a bouncer and Phil Salt took a good catch. I gave away just a few runs in that over, and we ended up winning the game, which was very special, he stated. On the emotional high of lifting the IPL trophy with RCB, Krunal reserved special praise for Virat Kohli and the franchises passionate fan base. The ones who deserved it the most are Virat Kohli and the RCB fans. Virat has been an integral part of RCB from the first season. So, to win it, and see him get emotional was special. Watching him cry was an emotional moment for everyone, whether you are a fan or part of the team. I remember when we played against Chennai and were going out in the bus, the love people have for RCB is incredible, and that day I said on the mic that whatever happens, we must win the trophy for the fans. I am glad I said it and that we were able to deliver in the final. The fans deserved this trophy more than anybody else, and obviously, Virat as well. I am grateful to be part of something like this and to contribute in a small way. Playing for the country is number one for me, but winning for RCB, that too after 18 years, and having my best season while contributing well, has to be one of my top moments, he expressed. He also spoke about his match-winning, unbeaten 73 against Delhi Capitals in their IPL 2025 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, explaining how understanding the pitch and pacing his innings played a key role in guiding RCB out of trouble. I am glad I said it and that we were able to deliver in the final. The fans deserved this trophy more than anybody else, and obviously, Virat as well. I am grateful to be part of something like this and to contribute in a small way. Playing for the country is number one for me, but winning for RCB, that too after 18 years, and having my best season while contributing well, has to be one of my top moments, he expressed. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It was around our seventh or eighth game, and I had hardly batted in the tournament. We were under pressure at that point. Virat was telling me, Just keep holding your shape, we will do it. In my first 17-18 balls, I did not score much, but I knew we had power hitters like Tim David, Romario, and Jitesh behind me, so if we took the game deep, we would be in it. Once I got set, I started playing my shots and everything fell into place, he reminisced. Article Source: IANS
DC vs RCB Match 39, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
DC vs RCB Match 39, Cricket Tips : Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been in red-hot form and are performing brilliantly on the field. They will take on Delhi Capitals next, who beat them a couple of games back. So, Virat Kohli and RCB will have a lot to take revenge on. The upcoming contest will begin at 7:30 PM IST on Monday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. RCB had a great last game, and Virat Kohli led them to yet another chase with a fifty. DC suffered a big defeat as KL Rahul's unbeaten 152 went in vain. So, DC will be feeling the pressure. DC vs RCB: Match Details Date : April 27, 2026 (Monday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi DC vs RCB Live Streaming Details The live action of DC vs RCB will be available on the Star Sports Network. Fans can watch the game through the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. DC vs RCB Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 34 DC : 13 RCB : 20 No - Result : 01 DC vs RCB: Ground Pitch Report Arun Jaitley Stadium has been a brilliant wicket to bat on. The last game here produced more than 520 runs, which was the highest IPL chase ever. Bowlers have nothing much to bowl with, and it is an excellent wicket to chase. DC vs RCB Possible XIs DC : KL Rahul (w), Pathum Nissanka, Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel (c), Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar RCB : Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar DC vs RCB Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Virat Kohli and KL Rahul are in great form and will be the ones to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been in excellent form and takes wickets with the new ball. For DC, Lungi Ngidi has been in great form and bowls well in different stages. Today Match Prediction : On the basis of form, RCB will start this game as favorites. DC vs RCB Match 39, IPL 2026, Today 2026 Match, DC vs RCB 2026 Prediction, DC vs RCB Predicted XIs, Injury Update for DC vs RCB Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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LSG Made A Huge Mistake Of Sending Nicholas Pooran In The Super Over: Dasgupta
Lucknow Super Giants: Former India wicketkeeper-batter Deep Dasgupta has raised questions over Lucknow Super Giants tactical calls in their Super Over defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, stating that sending out-of-form Nicholas Pooran to bat in the Super Over ahead of Mitchell Marsh was a huge mistake. Analysing LSGs narrow loss in Lucknow, Dasgupta pointed to both execution and decision-making lapses, particularly in the Super Over, where the team faltered under pressure despite having a strong batting line-up. LSG had two back-to-back games, one against RR and one against KKR, where they should have won. I understand that against Kolkata, it wasnt an easy pitch to bat on, but you would expect them to chase 155 comfortably. Not being able to chase with that kind of batting order is not good for the morale of their dressing room, Dasgupta told JioStar. You know quite well that your batters are unable to score runs and on top of that, you made a huge mistake of sending someone like Nicholas Pooran to bat in the Super Over ahead of Mitchell Marsh, who has been their top run-getter this season. Mitchell Marsh, Himmat Singh and Aiden Markram should have been the ideal three batters to play in the Super Over. Instead, they sent an under-confident Pooran. In T20 cricket, losing close games like these back-to-back can break a teams season. LSG need to fix their batting order and decision-making quickly, or the Playoffs will slip away, he added. LSG, who failed to chase a modest target and then managed just one run in the Super Over, have now slipped under pressure in the points table, with concerns mounting over their batting order and on-field calls in crunch situations. Turning his attention to the upcoming fixture between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals, Dasgupta said that the defending champions appear better placed than the hosts, especially in terms of momentum and overall balance, despite a few minor concerns. LSG, who failed to chase a modest target and then managed just one run in the Super Over, have now slipped under pressure in the points table, with concerns mounting over their batting order and on-field calls in crunch situations. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi will need both these departments to perform if they want to beat Bengaluru. RCB are playing an incredible brand of cricket right now. Their bowling seems to be on point. The only thing that might worry them is the absence of Phil Salt at the top. But they have Jacob Bethell, who became a star in the T20 World Cup. Him forming a left-hand right-hand opening combination with Virat Kohli could work wonders for them against Delhi, he stated. Article Source: IANS
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A complaint filed at Cubbon Park Police Station alleges large-scale sabotage
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Major Security Sabotage At Chinnaswamy During RCB-GT Match; 2 Held For Sabotaging 240 CCTV Cameras
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: In a major security lapse reported during the IPL scheduled match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, around 240 CCTV feeds were allegedly disabled during the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT). The Cubbon Park police have filed an FIR in this regard and launched a hunt for two accused persons. The police have taken the case seriously, as the sabotage was intended to cause dysfunction of cameras operating in all entrances, the perimeter camera, the corporate stand and all concourses. According to preliminary investigation findings, two individuals were identified as 37-year-old Manjunatha. E, a resident of Hiriyur in the Chitradurga district, and 19-year-old Abdul Kalam, a resident of Sultanpur in Uttar Pradesh, the employees of subcontractor IVS Digital Solutions, are suspected to have tampered with the surveillance system. The duo allegedly gained entry into the stadium using a deactivated access card and proceeded to the CCTV server room, where they cut connections to the Network Video Recorder (NVR) and fibre cables. The disruption resulted in a temporary loss of surveillance coverage across several critical areas of the stadium, including entry gates, concourses, and the D Corporate Stand. Authorities said that alternative security arrangements were swiftly put in place to ensure the safety of spectators and players. Despite the breach, the match concluded without any untoward incidents. The Cubbon Park police have taken up further investigation is underway to determine the motive and assess lapses in access control and security protocols. The case has been registered under BNS Sections 324 (4). The complaint in this regard has been lodged by Aditya Bhat, an employee with Staqu Technologies, Gurgaon in Haryana. According to the FIR, the accused persons have entered the stadium in the morning without pass by using deactivated card. The accused persons have intentionally damaged the NVR and fibre cables. The CCTV footage has shown the accused moving into the CCTV camera section and later moving towards the connection box near the parking area. The case has been registered under BNS Sections 324 (4). The complaint in this regard has been lodged by Aditya Bhat, an employee with Staqu Technologies, Gurgaon in Haryana. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Further investigation is underway. Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2026: 2 Held For Sabotaging 240 CCTV Cameras At Chinnaswamy During RCB Vs GT Match
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: In a major security lapse during an IPL 2026 fixture, Bengaluru Police have arrested two individuals for allegedly sabotaging surveillance infrastructure at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during the clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans on April 24. As per the FIR, over 240 CCTV cameras across the venue were rendered inoperable after critical systems, including Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and fibre-optic connections, were deliberately damaged. The incident led to a temporary surveillance blackout across key zones, including entry gates, concourses, and the D Corporate Stand. Authorities confirmed that backup security measures were deployed swiftly, ensuring the match concluded without disruption. A case has been registered at the Cubbon Park police station, and investigations are underway. The police have described the incident as a deliberate act of disruption. Preliminary findings indicate that the accused, 37-year-old Manjunath E from Hiriyur in Chitradurga and 19-year-old Abdul Kalam from Uttar Pradesh, were working under a subcontractor associated with IVS Digital Solutions, the firm responsible for the stadium's digital surveillance. The duo allegedly used a deactivated access card to gain entry into restricted areas, including the CCTV control room, where they carried out the sabotage. The complaint was filed by Aditya Bhat, an employee of the Gurugram-based AI surveillance company Staqu Technologies Pvt. Ltd., which is linked to the venue's monitoring systems. Evidence cited includes CCTV footage showing the suspects accessing sensitive locations, such as server rooms and connection hubs near the parking area. A complaint has been received stating that on 24.04.2026, during the RCB vs GT match held at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, more than 240 cameras went offline due to suspected deliberate tampering. Upon further investigation, it has been identified that two individuals Marajanath E. and Abrar Kalder, who are working in the subcontracting firm IVS Digital Solution, entered the stadium premises around 11:30 AM without valid passes. It is reported that these individuals intentionally mishandled and disrupted the NVR (Network Video Recorder) and fibre connections, thereby disabling the surveillance system. Additionally, they allegedly damaged all the initial setup works related to the installation. They also gained unauthorised access to restricted areas such as the server room and were seen moving suspiciously near critical zones, the FIR stated. The affected cameras covered several key security areas, including all entry gates, perimeter surveillance cameras, corporate boxes, all concourse areas. Furthermore, they reportedly accessed the switch box room and damaged nearby optical fibre connections. Since this incident occurred on the day of the match, it severely compromised stadium security and prevented the complainant from providing the required data or footage to the relevant authorities or agencies. Therefore, immediate attention is requested regarding this deliberate act of sabotage, and appropriate legal action is sought against IVS Digital Solution and the individuals involved, it added. The affected cameras covered several key security areas, including all entry gates, perimeter surveillance cameras, corporate boxes, all concourse areas. Furthermore, they reportedly accessed the switch box room and damaged nearby optical fibre connections. Since this incident occurred on the day of the match, it severely compromised stadium security and prevented the complainant from providing the required data or footage to the relevant authorities or agencies. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, the IPL 2026 schedule has already seen changes for RCB, with the franchise completing its home leg in Bengaluru. The teams remaining home fixtures are set to be played in Raipur due to prior logistical arrangements. Article Source: IANS
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullahs interaction with filmmakers in Bengaluru is part of a welcome government effort to bring back film-makers to Kashmir in greater numbers. Jammu and Kashmir and Indian cinema share a long, emotional and culturally rich relationship, one that deserves to be revived with renewed energy. For decades, Kashmir has been the favoured location of Hindi cinema, and to a lesser extent for the movies from South. Its lakes, gardens, meadows and mountains gave Indian films some of their most memorable imagery. From Raj Kapoors Barsaat in 1949 to the romance-filled musicals of later decades, Kashmir was not just a backdrop. It became part of the storytelling itself. Generations of Indians first encountered the Valleys beauty through the silver screen. That relationship was disrupted after militancy erupted in 1989. As security concerns grew, filmmakers moved elsewhere. Switzerland, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and foreign destinations replaced Kashmir. Films about Kashmir continued to be made, but often focused on conflict rather than everyday life, culture and beauty. A place once associated with romance became tied to headlines of unrest. Today, circumstances have changed. Security has improved, infrastructure has expanded, and the government has introduced policies that make shooting easier. Major productions featuring stars such as Shah Rukh Khan and directors like Rohit Shetty have already returned to the Valley in recent years. Their positive experiences should encourage others to follow. The return of filmmakers is not only about nostalgia. It makes strong economic sense. A film shoot creates jobs for local drivers, hoteliers, caterers, craftsmen, technicians and transport operators. It also boosts tourism. When audiences watch songs filmed on Dal Lake or scenes shot in Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg, they see a welcoming Kashmir. Tourism numbers often rise when destinations are featured on screen. Yet attracting filmmakers requires facilitation from the government in addition to the local facilities. These can help transform Kashmir from an occasional location into a regular filmmaking hub. And to this end, the CMs meeting with South Indian filmmakers is a welcome outreach effort. With better infrastructure, simpler clearances and active promotion, Kashmir can attract filmmakers in far greater numbers in the years ahead.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik believes the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season has redefined the boundaries of T20 cricket, where towering scores are a routine affair and teams fearlessly hunting them down, adding that he finds the batting approach inhuman at times. Flat pitches, short boundaries, and the impact player rule have meant that teams are routinely chasing down 200-plus targets. On Saturday, Punjab Kings set a new record for chases in IPL by hunting down 265 against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Later, Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down 229 against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. First up, credit to all teams who are chasing down such big totals, and also to the teams that are setting such massive totals. The game has changed; the landscape of T20 cricket is changing every day. You see these scores and think, Wow, it's just incredible. At times, its inhuman the way teams have been batting. Yes, it's obviously a challenge batting-wise because you're trying to be so much more aggressive. With the ball, it's a different challenge - you try to protect as much as you can and try to do your best at it. So it's been wonderful to see how this IPL is actually constantly raising the bar for teams across the world and for the players who are playing because they need to reinvent and obviously make sure that they are moving along with how fast the game is going. So it's been a privilege to be part of it, and you just sometimes look at it and marvel at how well this game is progressing and to what heights it's reaching, said Karthik in the pre-match press conference. Run-making in power-play has breached the 10 runs per over mark, while dot-ball percentage is below 40 percent, and boundary percentage has gone past 25 all of which never happened in previous seasons of the IPL. The impact player rule has also meant that a side like PBKS never looked in trouble in the chase and reached 265 with seven balls to spare. Karthik acknowledged the balance between bat and ball remains a constant debate in the IPL, but insisted the T20 format is in a good place. It's always a debate, isn't it? When you start scoring a lot of runs, you feel how you equalise it for the bowler and vice versa. I think this format is in a good place. There have been some interesting changes made by the fact that you have added reviews to decisions that are being made, you've added impact player, etc. But the results have been quite alarming in a positive way. I think the world looks at IPL and goes, this is a different brand of cricket altogether because the T10 strong teams are competing against each other and each one of the teams pushing the other to do something very special to win a game of cricket, which is exactly what you want in terms of rivalry, standard, etc. I'm very happy with the place that IPL is in and I think in many ways it's an example of how cricket should be played and for that matter even sports should be played because there are definitely areas where each team is going back to the drawing board and saying this is where we need to improve and they are addressing it at the end of each season and that's why you see the standards increasing with every passing year, he elaborated. Calling 220 the new 180 in T20s, with IPL 2026 seeing four successful 200-plus chases and its overall run rate being the highest in the history of the competition, Karthik underlined how batting power and innovation have transformed the game. The new normal - it is a good way to put it. I think the question is a very valid one because obviously the bowlers are challenged, aren't they? 200-220 scores - teams seem to be getting it, and it almost feels like 220 is the old 180 or something like that, and teams are getting there quite often. So, it is a challenging situation for any bowling coach and any bowler, for that matter, because the pitches are obviously quite flat and batters have improved their range of stroke play. Add to that, they have increased their power as well, and some of them are hitting massive sixes. So, obviously, as a bowling unit, you need to be very aware of what is happening and how the scores have increased and how you need to be thinking as a bowler. Without revealing too much, I would say so far we are trying our best to do a good job. More variations, why not? That will make the bowling side of things very interesting, he said. Saturday was a tough day to be a bowler, and the same story could be there for the rest of the season. Karthik also felt that the changing nature of the pitches will also determine if a particular game will be a run-fest or not. First of all, I don't know if you are asking me a question or scaring me, but definitely it feels like most teams are backing themselves to chase down most totals and that's a good sign to be fair because that tells you that the batters these days actually are coming in fearlessly to the point where they back themselves to do very different things to what it was done a few years ago. So, you have to be open as a batting unit. You don't want to set any target or challenges for you as a batting unit, but constantly keep making sure the way the batters look at how each inning needs to be is different on each given day, on different pitches. Like in Bengaluru, sometimes we played on pitches which probably went 260-250 pitches, as you saw against DC, we got 180, and it was a good game. Against LSG, they got 160, and we had to bat and get there, and we did that. So, it depends on the pitches. On some pitches, like Jaipur yesterday, 230 was scored. DC, here, 260 plus was scored. So, each pitch varies, but in general, you have to say that it is very interesting to see how this game is actually unfolding in each venue and with every given day, depending on which pitch you play, some crazy scores are being met with for sure, he explained. He further noted how shot-making has evolved into a power-driven extension of traditional strokes. People are playing an extension of a normal cricketing shot, so to speak. I remember a few years ago, you said 10 years, I think that's a good number to have. A lot of these scoops, reverse scoops, all of that were like, Oh, how can players play that? Now it's more like, can you just check your drive, and can it go for a six? So I would say people are focusing more on making sure their normal shots that they had have a lot more power added to them. In clearing the boundary, in clearing the ropes, and also they're becoming very clever in the power play in terms of what positions they get into, probably to play a lot of the boundaries. As we see, CSK is batting on a slightly different pitch today. The scores are not that high so far when I last saw them at the end of 10 overs. So with every pitch, every venue, it seems to change. But you have to say, in general, the shot-making has definitely improved, and there's also a lot of power added. Otherwise, you wouldn't get such consistent scores of 220. The role of an impact player, the psychological impact that it has on a batting unit, knowing that you bat a little deeper than normal, could also be a factor in it. On the role of analytics, Karthik credited RCBs analyst Freddie Wilde for bringing valuable insights. It is very good that you asked the question about Freddie. Yes, we do use data, and we try to understand the metrics and see how we can obviously use it to our advantage. We definitely try to do a bit of that. In terms of whether the outlook of the team has changed and the way we play as a team, I think it isn't a good question for you to answer. From the inside, it feels like we are making a conscious effort to use these metrics to help our players achieve something special. Last year, we were good enough to beat some good teams and in the end, crossed the line. So, we are making a conscious effort at that. On the role of analytics, Karthik credited RCBs analyst Freddie Wilde for bringing valuable insights. It is very good that you asked the question about Freddie. Yes, we do use data, and we try to understand the metrics and see how we can obviously use it to our advantage. We definitely try to do a bit of that. In terms of whether the outlook of the team has changed and the way we play as a team, I think it isn't a good question for you to answer. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So far, the process has been very interesting because you get to understand, two years ago I was playing, and today I am on this side of the fence, and I am thinking, wow, it is so interesting to see so much data and how do you use it to upskill the players, upskill the team in general. So far, I must say the experience for me on a personal note has been very good, and Freddie has been one who is feeding us very valuable information, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: I Marvel At How Virat Kohli Rediscovers Himself Almost Every Year, Says Karthik
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik has hailed Virat Kohlis ability to reinvent himself after every IPL season, calling it a remarkable trait that continues to inspire him as well as his teammates and youngsters alike, as the talismanic batter nears the 9000-run milestone in the competition. Kohli returns to his original home venue the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi where defending champions RCB will take on Delhi Capitals on Monday evening. Kohli boasts of an average of 66.8 with seven fifties in 11 IPL innings in New Delhi and needs just 11 runs to become the first player to reach 9000 runs in IPL history. He currently has 8989 runs, which clearly puts him ahead of Rohit Sharma (7183), Shikhar Dhawan (6769), David Warner (6565), and KL Rahul (5579). Now with Virat Kohli, the fact is that that man goes back every year and he is assessing what he has done. He almost comes with a very stubborn plan about how he wants to go about it, and he gets it done not on match days alone, but the way he practices as well. He has a method to how he goes about it, and he's constantly checking himself in practice, and there are certain days he'll bat more, certain days he'll bat less, and he has so much experience. Credit to him that man constantly rediscovers with every passing year, and for him to keep up with the pace of this game and some of the newer players are batting at insane strike rates, and he is going shoulder to shoulder with them and producing match-winning performances. So I marvel at how he rediscovers himself every year almost and that is such a big learning for me as well and I'm sure and I wish a lot of the players who watch him play also learn that with every passing year, people are looking at you and they'll come with a plan and you need to counter it with your strengths and he's done that very nicely so far, said Karthik in the pre-match press conference on Sunday. In IPL 2026, Kohli has 328 runs from seven innings at an average of 54.7 and a strike rate of 163, with a highest score of 81. He has been in sublime touch in chases this season, scoring two of his three fifties, with an average of 99.5 and a strike rate of 172 in such situations. Against DC, Kohli has amassed 1149 runs in 31 innings at an average of 47.8, including 11 fifties. With four 50-plus scores in his last five innings at Kotla, he will be keen to extend his dominance at the venue. Karthik recalled how this years U19 World Cup winners, Vihaan Malhotra and Kanishk Chouhan, have been soaking in the experience of seeing Kohli go about his business in the practice sessions. It's quite amazing and a learning experience for any young boy watching. I'm sure the likes of Vihaan and Kanishk have looked at him and been like look at how Virat bhai is practising and what he is doing differently. They've asked me as well what I think Virat bhai is doing differently from last year. Against DC, Kohli has amassed 1149 runs in 31 innings at an average of 47.8, including 11 fifties. With four 50-plus scores in his last five innings at Kotla, he will be keen to extend his dominance at the venue. Karthik recalled how this years U19 World Cup winners, Vihaan Malhotra and Kanishk Chouhan, have been soaking in the experience of seeing Kohli go about his business in the practice sessions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Karthik also confirmed that Phil Salt will miss Mondays match after being ruled out of their previous game against the Gujarat Titans due to an injury. It's the same for this game as well; he's injured for the moment. Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2026: Krunal Pandya Is Pushing The Boundaries Of What A Finger-spinner Means, Says Karthik
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik highlighted the growing influence of left-arm spin all-rounder Krunal Pandya, saying that he should be regarded as a trend-setter because of his pushing the boundaries of what a finger-spinner should be in T20 cricket. Krunals knack for being an innovative left-arm spinner has been on full display in IPL 2026 by bowling a surprise bouncer, while switching between slinging deliveries and conventional arm ball, and varying his pace cleverly to deceive the batters. Due to his ever-evolving skill sets, Pandya has picked up eight wickets from seven matches at an average of 28.75 and an economy rate of 9.20. Krunal Pandya is a player that this game is going to remember for a long time because he is doing something that has not been done before - pushing the boundaries of what a finger-spinner means. He is bowling deliveries that people really couldn't fathom a few years ago, and he is becoming a master at it. He is using it very cleverly, very wisely when the situation demands, and he is using that as a strength of his to put pressure back on the person that he is bowling against. It's actually quite interesting to see how he goes about it mentally as well. He is not someone who is just doing it because it looks cool. He knows that given the moment when he does want to use it, it does create a doubt in the batter, and a lot of the time it delivers the result that he wants out of that ball. So he is someone who is going to be a person remembered as a cricketer. One that is a trendsetter. Today, if you see a lot of spinners trying to bowl different deliveries, I think a lot of credit must go to Krunal Pandya. He is definitely evolving as an all-rounder with every passing day, be it with the ball or the bat, and that is so wonderful to see. As I said, IPL is changing the landscape of cricket and Krunal Pandya is changing the landscape of finger spin bowling, said Karthik in the pre-match press conference, ahead of RCB taking on Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday. Karthik heaped praise on RCB skipper Patidars batting returns, with him amassing 238 runs at a high strike-rate of 210.61. Rajat Patidar is a good example of someone who is constantly upping his standards, upping the quality of shots that he's playing. As relaxed and calm as he is, he's a very thoughtful man who goes back at the end of the season and looks at areas where he could get better and works on them through the season. We are in constant touch, and he sends me some videos as to what he's practicing, and he's always on the money, and you can see the output when he does bat because as we all know, he's batting in a very special manner and the way he's able to dominate bowlers right from the outset is a sight to watch, he added. Talking about Patidar, the captain, Karthik, pointed out that being relaxed is his big strength, and he gets help from others like vice-captain Jitesh Sharma, Pandya, Virat Kohli, and others. Obviously, the results will tell you that he's been very good. Off the field, he's the calmest, most relaxed person who absorbs information and puts it to good use in-game. His strength is the fact that he has the respect in the room, and he has a nice way of handling all his bowlers. He is not someone who is too confused and is very relaxed. He has a good lieutenant in Jitesh Sharma, who guides him in the game, and some extraordinary senior players in the likes of Virat Kohli, Josh Hazlewood, Krunal Pandya, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who are very, very senior and good pros who give him a helping hand whenever it's required. But overall, Rajat has been the man that you see on screen. Somebody who's very composed, who knows what he's doing, and when the pressure and heat rise in the game, he's able to hold his own and make decisions which we definitely look at and go, that's very good given the moment and given how the game is panning out, and that's all you can ask of him as a leader. As I said, he's the warmest guy. You meet him, and you realise he's as simple a person as you can meet, and that rubs off on the field as well. On Jitesh Sharmas evolution as a keeper, Karthik credited him for working hard on improving his skill sets and catching efficiency. He has taken some fabulous catches this tournament, and because of the work that he is putting in behind the scenes. He is very meticulous. He is constantly doing drills, which are slowly but steadily upping his game. Apart from his batting, I can definitely say he is a better keeper than what he was. A lot of credit must go to the fielding coach, Mr. Richard Halsall, who has put in a lot of work behind the scenes using simple methods, but ones that have been very effective. The good thing about them is how disciplined they are with their practice. On Jitesh Sharmas evolution as a keeper, Karthik credited him for working hard on improving his skill sets and catching efficiency. He has taken some fabulous catches this tournament, and because of the work that he is putting in behind the scenes. He is very meticulous. He is constantly doing drills, which are slowly but steadily upping his game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So, I think a lot of credit must go to him personally as well for understanding who his bowlers are and how he needs to be in terms of what are the skills that he needs to improve as a keeper, be it moving laterally or obviously stretching his boundaries as a keeper, and it is wonderful to see him do that so far for RCB, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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