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IPL 2026: Gujarat's Gill Banks On Home Advantage In Final Against Bengaluru
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill on Saturday said he is not burdened by expectations of home fans and will make use of familiar conditions in the IPL final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Ahmedabad. Gujarat hammered Rajasthan Royals in the last play-off to qualify for their third final in five years, winning the title in 2022. One of two latest teams in the T20 tournament, Gujarat won the trophy at the 130,000 Narendra Modi Stadium in their debut season and then lost the final next year in 2023 -- both under Hardik Pandya. Gill, who is India's Test and ODI captain, took over as Gujarat skipper ahead of the 2024 season and now heads into his first final as leader. Honestly, I don't really get burdened by expectations, said the 26-year-old Gill. There are advantages, that's how I see it, there's familiarity when we play there, we know the wicket, we know the ground, so, we know what kind of cricket we need to play there to be able to win. Gill, who hit 104 in the second qualifier in New Chandigarh on Friday, has amassed 722 runs, putting him second in the batting chart behind Rajasthan's 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on 776. Gill's opening partner, Sai Sudharsan, is third with 710 runs and the pair have laid the foundation of Gujarat's success. Bengaluru, led by Rajat Patidar, beat Gujarat in the first play-off to secure direct entry into the final. Patidar tasted success last year when his team and star player Virat Kohli won their first IPL trophy in their 18th attempt. 'Rollercoaster ride' Patidar will be in elite company if he wins back-to-back titles, feat achieved by only two IPL captains including M.S. Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings - 2010-11) and Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians 2019-20). I've never thought about what the other captains have done before and (whether I) had to compete with somebody or not, said Patidar. As an individual my journey has been a rollercoaster ride. I focus on the present, without bothering too much about the past and future. I am here to prepare and give the best in the final tomorrow. Bengaluru return to the venue they won the title last year after beating Punjab Kings in the final. But Patidar said they will play with a fresh mindset. You cannot keep talking about 2025 -- you have to be more in the present and do whatever best you can do to win the title, said Patidar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As I said earlier, that we are not here with the mindset of defending champion. We have an opportunity to win one more title. It's a new season.
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IPL 2026: Gill Hails Sudharsans Intensity, Targets Second Title With Gujarat Titans
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill credited his opening partner Sai Sudharsans unwavering intensity and consistency as one of the biggest strengths behind the teams success, as the 2022 winners prepare to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the title clash to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. GT enters a final at its home venue after beating Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in Qualifier 2 in New Chandigarh, where Gill hit a majestic 104 and shared a 167-run opening stand with Sudharsan, who hit 58. I think in a tournament like IPL, when I first started playing, one of the challenges that I faced was to keep playing the matches at the same intensity, and I think that is one of his (Sudharsans) biggest strengths. You play so many matches there could be days where mentally you dont feel up to the mark or physically you dont feel up to the mark, but to be able to have the same intensity in all of the matches and be consistent in your preparation (and) in your routine is not that easy. He is someone who is very consistent in his routines, in his life outside of cricket... so that is what makes him consistent on the field as well, said Gill in the pre-final press conference. Sudharsan has crossed the 700run mark for the second successive season, forming a prolific partnership with Gill that has already produced 886 runs in IPL 2026. Another stand, especially if it crosses 54 runs in the final, would take them past the record set by Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers in 2016. We spend a lot of time in the IPL together on the field, off the field as well, and then we are in the Test team as well, so we have a lot of conversations. There are things that we talk about cricket, and outside of cricket. But I think there are many players in our team who also play for the country, and hopefully we are going to play together for a long period of time, and its very important for us to know each other well to have a great equation that automatically translates to onfield performances, added Gill. Gill also pointed to the importance of batting fundamentals in T20 cricket despite the rise in high scores this season. Sometimes the wicket tends to be a bit on the slower side. Then it is important to hit the gaps, still look to run well, because I think that is the foundation of any format you are playing. The team that plays less number of dot balls has a better chance of getting a better score, so yes, the T20 game has evolved, you see bigger scores, but the wickets have also gone a little bit flatter. I think that not many people talk about this. Before these two new teams (GT & LSG were added to the league in 2022), there used to be eight teams, and we used to play on similar wickets. (But)] Back in the day, in the second half of the IPL, we used to see 150, 160, 140 scores a lot more, in Eden Gardens and even in Bombay. In some of the venues now, because at least four or five times in a season, we get a fiveday break or a sevenday break, which gives the chance to play on fresh wickets, better wickets. So I feel cricket is the same, its all about the kind of wickets that we play on, the kind of grounds that we play on... If we play on challenging wickets, the scores are going to be similar, maybe a 510 runs difference here and there, but still I feel that cricket is pretty much similar, he explained. Gill himself has adapted to the demands of the format, raising his powerplay strike rate from 143 last season to 159 this year, making his credentials to re-enter the India T20I team strong. I mean, Id be happy to play if I get picked for the T20 team, but honestly, I want to keep working on my game. It doesnt matter what format it is. I want to keep getting better as a T20 batsman, as an ODI batsman, as a Test batsman... cricket is such a game you can never really get perfect, but obviously you can strive for it, and thats what I try to do. Gill himself has adapted to the demands of the format, raising his powerplay strike rate from 143 last season to 159 this year, making his credentials to re-enter the India T20I team strong. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Honestly, I dont really get the burden of expectations. Obviously, there are advantages, thats how I see it. Theres familiarity when we play there, we know the wicket, we know the ground, so we know what kind of cricket we need to play there to be able to win, so in that context, yes, I see it as an advantage because theres a little bit of familiarity. Article Source: IANS
Chandigarh Cyber Police Arrest Two Key Suspects in Operation Mule Hunt
Chandigarh, May 30: In a significant breakthrough against organized cybercrime, the Chandigarh Cyber Crime Police Station has arrested two main suspects involved in a cyber fraud network during Operation Mule Hunt. These arrests are linked to an FIR filed at the Chandigarh Cyber Crime Police Station, which alleges the misuse of mule bank accounts for ... Read more Chandigarh Cyber Police Arrest Two Key Suspects in Operation Mule Hunt
Shubman Gill's Father Puts On Dancing Shoes, GT Captain Somehow Dodges Spotlight
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IPL 2026: We Have Played Positive Cricket Throughout This Season, Says RR's Dhruv Jurel
In New Chandigarh: Rajasthan Royals wicketkeeperbatter Dhruv Jurel reflected on his teams campaign in IPL 2026, which ended after a seven-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2, adding that the side played positive cricket throughout the season despite falling short of reaching the final. In New Chandigarh, RR posted 214/6, thanks to Vaibhav Sooryavanshis astonishing 96. But Shubman Gills majestic 104 helped GT chase the total and set up a title clash with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. As a wicketkeeper, when I talk to bowlers, I never tell them what to bowl. I just say, brother, take your time. You are good enough. That is why you are here. I say this especially to debutants. I have been in that position. I know that when you make your debut, a lot of thoughts run through your mind. You keep thinking about what to do and what not to do. You cannot tell a debutant exactly how to bowl. It is not easy. If you do, they start doubting themselves and end up making mistakes. So I focus on giving them confidence. I tell them, back yourself. Whatever delivery you plan to bowl, stick to it and don't overthink. I try to give them belief from behind the stumps that whatever you are thinking is good. Don't worry about what could go wrong. Just back yourself. We have to play good cricket. We have played positive cricket and done that throughout this IPL season, said Jurel to JioStar. Jurel, who emerged as one of RRs dependable performers by making 515 runs in 16 games as a top-order batter, spoke of his passion for batting and the lengths he goes to for extra practice to hone his primary skillset. I love to bat. I keep telling Vikram Rathour sir, our batting coach, to give me more time in the nets, but he always says no. So, I always find a way out to bat more in every training session. I reach early and start batting 20 minutes before the session officially begins. When others want their turn, I ask for 10 more minutes. When that's up, I ask for five more. I just keep batting. When my turn ends, I take my pads off but leave them in the nets. If there's a gap later, I jump back in. Vikram sir knows I won't stop, so he always says, 'Dhruv, please come out and let the others bat too.' I do this every time because I love batting. Before a match, I don't want to feel that I am not ready. On pacing his innings as per the demands of modern-day T20 cricket, Jurel explained, When I go out to bat, I take my time to settle in. I read the situation first. I check how the ball is coming off the wicket, what a par score would be on that pitch, or what the required rate is if we are chasing. I don't rush and pace my batting as per the needs of the situation. Majority of the time, one of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are there at the other end, batting well. So, I let them continue their momentum. My job is to stay with them, rotate the strike, and hold one end up. That way, we can build a long partnership. I try to play around them and keep the scoreboard moving. On pacing his innings as per the demands of modern-day T20 cricket, Jurel explained, When I go out to bat, I take my time to settle in. I read the situation first. I check how the ball is coming off the wicket, what a par score would be on that pitch, or what the required rate is if we are chasing. I don't rush and pace my batting as per the needs of the situation. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When someone tells me something before I go out to bat, it stays with me. I carry that thought into the middle. And when I can execute what we discussed, it gives me confidence. That kind of communication makes a huge difference in your personal mindset and the overall atmosphere in the dressing room. Article Source: IANS
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Rajasthan Royals' campaign in IPL 2026 came to a heartbreaking end on Friday as they suffered a seven-wicket defeat against Gujarat Titans in the Qualifier 2 clash in Chandigarh.
'We Were Not Looking At The Score,' Says Sudharsan On Match-winning Partnership With Gill
PCA New Chandigarh Stadium: Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan credited captain Shubman Gill for producing a remarkable innings in their seven-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2, saying the team never focused on the target and instead stuck to a simple ball-by-ball approach during the record chase. Chasing 215 at the PCA New Chandigarh Stadium on Friday, Gujarat rode on Gills magnificent 104 off 53 balls and Sudharsans 58 off 32 deliveries to reach 219/3 with eight balls to spare and book a place in the IPL 2026 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The opening pair added a match-defining 167 runs, Gujarats highest opening partnership in the playoffs, effectively taking the game away from Rajasthan after they had posted 214/6 thanks largely to Vaibhav Sooryavanshis 96 and late fireworks from Donovan Ferreira. Reflecting on the chase, Sudharsan said the Titans never allowed the scoreboard pressure to affect their approach. To be honest, we were not looking at the score. We were just playing, taking ball by ball. And we kept it very simple, to be honest. We just had every-ball process, and we kept on doing that, and to be honest, Shubhman just took the game away. The way he played, it was just unbelievable. So, credit to Shubhman, Sudharsan said in a video released by IPL on X. Gills fifth IPL century was the centrepiece of Gujarats chase as he struck 15 boundaries and three sixes at a strike rate of nearly 200. Sudharsan complemented him perfectly before being dismissed in bizarre fashion, becoming hit wicket for the second successive match. The left-hander also shed light on the animated celebrations and chemistry shared between him and Gill during partnerships. I feel its a way of bringing up energy for us when we have a very good over or a very good shot, whether he played or I played. I think it just comes so natural, and I enjoy it so much, He said. We try and play an orthodox cricketing shot which doesnt have a lot of risks, so that we are able to replicate it as many times as possible. And we try to be, you know, just being a bit unpredictable, he added. The victory has set up a blockbuster title clash against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. While acknowledging the enormous support RCB are likely to enjoy, Sudharsan insisted Gujarat would focus on controlling what they can. Well mentally prep for the game and try and believe and trust ourselves and the teammates on how we can go about the game and how we can keep the game as normal as possible rather than thinking it as an occasion or an IPL final, he said. Sudharsan also expects RCBs passionate fanbase to make its presence felt in Ahmedabad, just as it did when the two teams met earlier this season. RCB, on a more serious note, they carry the weight of a wonderful tribe of their own fan following as well. We saw that when we played against them in Gujarat the last time. I think, yeah, I think it definitely makes a factor because its all energies where, you know, yeah, definitely they will have a great fan following in Ahmedabad as well, he added. Sudharsan also expects RCBs passionate fanbase to make its presence felt in Ahmedabad, just as it did when the two teams met earlier this season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After finishing among the top two teams in the league stage and overcoming Rajasthan in Qualifier 2, Gujarat now have the opportunity to lift their second IPL trophy when they face RCB in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Sangakkara Backs Sooryavanshi For India Call-up After Record-breaking Season
Yash Raj Punja: Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara believes that young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is now ready to be included in the Indian squad after his remarkable IPL 2026 performance which established him as one of the best young cricketers to have ever graced the game. The 15-year-old ended the season with an astonishing 776 runs in 16 games, having struck at an amazing rate of 237.30 runs per hundred balls, which helped Rajasthan reach Qualifier 2 before they were beaten by Gujarat Titans in New Chandigarh on Saturday. After watching the teenager pummel some of the best bowlers in the world, Sangakkara feels that an India call-up is now a matter of when, not if. Given what Vaibhav has done this season against some of the greatest fast bowlers that the world has, I think he is more than ready to take whatever challenge that we throw at him, Sangakkara said following the team's loss to Gujarat. I am certain that he will get a national call-up very, very soon. He has played with great maturity and shoulder the responsibility of opening partnership quite well for us this season. Sooryavanshi showed his true temperament yet again during Qualifier 2 where he hammered an outstanding 96 off just 47 balls on a very tricky two-paced wicket. His ability to adapt to the challenging circumstances against some of the tallest and most intimidating fast bowlers in world cricket who were trying to target him with the short ball, and despite wickets falling regularly at the other end, ensured that Rajasthan had something to chase in the Qualifier 2 encounter. Sangakkara attributes the youngster's tremendous rise to his approach to the game and cricketing intelligence. Yes, I think that we've got a plan for him, Sangakkara explained. We're not cluttering his mind at all. He comes into our team meetings, contributes and listens, and does a lot of homework. He practices well, watches a lot of videos of opposition bowlers and gets ready for them accordingly. We're not trying to plant anything extra in his mind. I think he just has to keep it clear and bat with that same courage. Rajasthan exceeded all expectations to reach the playoffs in ninth position last season and were able to do so once again, even with injury setbacks like losing Sam Curran for the season and fitness problems for Riyan Parag and Ravindra Jadeja late in the tournament. Sangakkara also praised the performances of the emerging players in the Rajasthan team and called on both Yash Raj Punja and Brijesh Sharma to build on their debut season in the IPL. I think every one of these players has performed very well and they should be extremely proud of themselves, he said. I think Yash had an amazing season and Brijesh also had a very good season, but I want to give credit to everyone around him, from Riyan to Dhruv also - Dhruv always gets underrated sometimes - and then Donovan, Jofra, Jadeja in some parts and Shubham in a couple of games for us. Everyone who came in, always gave their best and so to be able to achieve that [playoffs] this season having finished 9th last year and to drag ourselves here is, I think a great achievement. I don't think there is any question, we've still got some runs to run through these players, but I'm very, very proud of them. They're a truly wonderful bunch, they are very skilled and they worked very, very hard for us to get here and they're a very special team. Sangakkara also complimented Riyan Parag on his debut season as captain of the Rajasthan Royals. I think Riyan's first season as captain has been phenomenal, Sangakkara stated. He has handled the team well, handled the on-field decisions well; I think that is something that will also grow and develop with all the players and with Riyan himself and the management team we have around him and he will just come back stronger and we will all come back stronger. Sangakkara also complimented Riyan Parag on his debut season as captain of the Rajasthan Royals. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But this just shows how cricket can do to you, if you play well and if you have fun playing this game you're going to perform quite special things. Article Source: IANS
Shubman Gill Makes History as First Captain to Score Century in IPL Playoffs
New Chandigarh, May 30: In a thrilling encounter during the second qualifier of IPL 2026, Gujarat Titans (GT) triumphed over Rajasthan Royals (RR) by seven wickets. The standout performer for GT was captain Shubman Gill, who delivered an exceptional batting display, scoring a century. With this achievement, Gill became the first captain in IPL history ... Read more Shubman Gill Makes History as First Captain to Score Century in IPL Playoffs
Captain Gill Thrilled with Dominant Win Over Rajasthan Royals
New Chandigarh, May 30: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026s second qualifier, Gujarat Titans (GT) showcased an impressive performance, defeating Rajasthan Royals (RR) by seven wickets. This victory secured GT a spot in the finals. Captain Shubman Gill expressed his delight with the teams performance but noted his desire to finish the match decisively. ... Read more Captain Gill Thrilled with Dominant Win Over Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals Captain Riyan Parag Reflects on IPL 2026 Loss Against Gujarat Titans
New Chandigarh, May 30: In the second qualifier of IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced a 7-wicket defeat against Gujarat Titans (GT). Captain Riyan Parag acknowledged that defending a target of 215 runs was possible. He noted that the pitch improved for batting in the second innings. After the loss to GT, Riyan stated, It ... Read more Rajasthan Royals Captain Riyan Parag Reflects on IPL 2026 Loss Against Gujarat Titans
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Security vs Statehood: A Myopic Binary
SH Mohammeds opinion piece, Security, Stability or Statehood, (Greater Kashmir, 24 May 2026), offers perhaps the clearest public articulation of the thinking that underpins the Centres position on restoring statehood to J&K. It presents a coherent, security-first case for retaining the Union Territory framework as a stabilising national-security architecture rather than a temporary administrative arrangement. The argument is neither without merit, nor without supporters at the decision-making levels. There can be no disputing his premise that J&K occupies a uniquely sensitive frontier. Indeed, it was precisely for this reason that it had a special constitutional status. Nor can the decades of insurgency, cross-border terrorism and institutional weakening which created genuine vulnerabilities be wished away. Yet the article ultimately rests on a myopic binary: security versus statehood; the former must precede any meaningful restoration of representative governance. This sequencing assumes that political aspirations can be held in abeyance while administrative control delivers order. To treat political legitimacy as subordinate to administrative control is untenable. It is also unsustainable because effective governance ultimately requires a degree of congruence between how a society organises itself socially and how power is distributed politically. When that congruence is absent over long periods, stability becomes brittle dependent on continuous external enforcement rather than self-reinforcing consent. On the ground, with every passing day, the prolonged separation of political legitimacy from administrative authority is itself eroding the foundations of durable governance and, over time, of security as well. The current UT model institutionalises a hierarchy that is difficult to sustain in a democratic polity. An elected government possesses popular legitimacy through assembly elections yet remains structurally subservient to a central apparatus whose authority is derived from New Delhi. Ironically, this asymmetry is not new. For most part of seven decades till 2003 (except for 1977) elected governments operated under heavy central influence even while the formal shell of Article 370 remained intact. After Sheikh Abdullahs dismissal, subsequent regimes were widely perceived locally as enjoying greater legitimacy in Delhi than among significant sections of the population. The practical autonomy promised at accession was progressively diluted through constitutional orders and political engineering. That period is widely recognised as one of the deeper sources of the legitimacy crisis that later metastasised. The present UT structure reproduces this core problem in more explicit form: an elected layer with popular mandate subordinated to a non-elected, centrally directed authority. The difference is that today the arrangement is constitutionally entrenched rather than operating while maintaining the facade of a special status. Past elected regimes also carried their own legitimacy deficits dynastic tendencies, corruption and occasional suppression of dissent. The consequences extend beyond electoral sentimentality and emotional constitutionalism. They manifest in a growing mismatch between social capital and political capital. As a result, Kashmiris are experiencing a fundamental disconnect in their ability to influence or hold accountable the structures of power. This is leading to governance gaps, political alienation, and often suboptimal collective outcomes. The inability of the social resources to influence the state policy and accountability is perceived as disempowerment. The social resources exist but fail to articulate into political power or responsiveness. This creates amoral familism or enclave dynamics with weak links to broader institutions. Indeed, social capital in Kashmir is getting divided into ethnic, caste, clan, religious, or regional lines which reduces the possibilities of inclusive political formation, including coalitions. Politics in Kashmir has reinforced exclusion, clientelist or identity-based patronage which doesnt generate broad based accountability. This situation can stabilize regimes in the short-term but risks backsliding, legitimacy crises, or sudden eruptions, be it populism or unrest. People in Kashmir increasingly experience governance not as something done for them but to them. This renders even well-designed development schemes vulnerable to suspicion. What is needed in Kashmir today is a framework in which political parties, inclusive movements, and linking institutions articulate social resources into political influence. The column contends the elected UT government already wields substantial powers and points to civic issues such as urban development, garbage management, flooding, and illegal construction. This framing conflates two distinct levels of government. By focusing on municipal administration failures and citing Chandigarh and Delhi as examples of effective governance under UT or limited status, the author reduces the expectations of an elected UT administration to those of a municipal corporation. In doing so, he employs a rhetorical sleight of hand: he blames the elected side for shortcomings that fall within a municipalitys limited remit, while arguing that the UT framework itself imposes no real constraint on governance. It is a deliberate oversimplification that serves the argument for delaying statehood until stability and governance credibility are established. Yet the analysis underplays how centralised control has distorted the entire developmental design. The developmental policy has nothing to do with the local economy. Kashmir, despite its singular economic uniqueness import dependent export oriented artisanal economy with a vibrant horticultural sector is being treated like any other state, like Bihar or Orissa. Blaming local incompetence without examining the architecture that limits local ownership misses the deeper governance challenge. Historical patterns further complicate the security first, statehood later sequence. Periods of relative calm in the Valley during the early 2000s and 2010s coincided with active political processes in which elected governments exercised meaningful, if imperfect, autonomy even under Article 370. To be sure, consent-based arrangements have historically proved more resilient than control-based ones. Conversely, prolonged political vacuums and perceptions of disenfranchisement have repeatedly correlated with spikes in radicalisation and unrest. The Pahalgam attack itself, under the UT framework, demonstrated that kinetic superiority and central coordination alone do not eliminate vulnerabilities when local intelligence, community trust and rapid political signalling are weak. Fiscal arguments in the original piece also require scrutiny. To be clear, J&K economy doesnt depend on central transfers, the government of J&K does. The security costs are high, but this does not mean statehood would automatically sever central support. Indias federal practice has long accommodated asymmetric arrangements for strategically important regions. Social capital itself is not uniformly cohesive; it contains strong bonding ties alongside fractures that can be exploited. More than the security threats to the integrity of the state, which cannot be discounted, Jammus regional aspirations, Ladakhs separate status and the unresolved displacement of Kashmiri Pandits add further complexity. it is imperative that a realignment of political authority must incorporate robust safeguards for national security, minority protections and deradicalisation. These are non- negotiables. An alternative reality for Jammu and Kashmir envisions statehood not as a reward for perfect stability but as an instrument to achieve it: by restoring agency to elected representatives, rebuilding trust across communities, and aligning local aspirations with national security imperatives. The choice is not between security and statehood, but between a stability engendered by control and stability deepened by consent. Postscript: By labelling demands for statehood restoration as electoral sentimentality, and emotional constitutional politics, the article delves a deep and devastating blow to the foundational principles of the Constitution of India. What is being suggested is that that popular will expressed through elections or constitutional claims can be overridden by expert or security-driven reasoning. This reframes the Constitution itself as something that can be operationalised selectively, based on assessments of security rather than on the principles of a federal democracy and popular sovereignty that the document enshrines. It also moves toward a managerial constitutionalism, where the Constitution is administered from above rather than continuously legitimised through political participation and consent. The Constitution must be viewed as a framework for managing diversity and political contestation through consent, and not as a tool for achieving and retaining administrative control. The author is a Contributing Editor of Greater Kashmir.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Makes IPL History with Record Powerplay Runs
New Chandigarh, May 30: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the opening batsman for Rajasthan Royals (RR), has etched his name in the record books during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The 15-year-old has become the first player to score over 500 runs in the powerplay (1-6 overs) in a single season. In 16 innings of IPL 2026, ... Read more Vaibhav Suryavanshi Makes IPL History with Record Powerplay Runs
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Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket: Gujarat Titans pacer Kagiso Rabada, holder of the Purple Cap with 28 scalps, said bowling against Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium was about sticking to line and length and adjusting to the tennis ball bounce on offer in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. RR, powered by Vaibhav Sooryavanshis 96, Ravindra Jadejas attacking 45, and Donovan Ferreiras late blitz of 38 not out, have set GT a daunting target of 215 if they are to enter the IPL 2026 final, where they will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Both GT and RR are aiming to enter their third IPL final. I think there was a little bit (of help) in that wicket. Its got some tennis ball bounce. So, trying to hang as much as possible in and around that area, and then adjust accordingly. Thats always key, bowling is about line and length. The more you miss your line and length, the more you decrease your chances of getting a wicket. RR, powered by Vaibhav Sooryavanshis 96, Ravindra Jadejas attacking 45, and Donovan Ferreiras late blitz of 38 not out, have set GT a daunting target of 215 if they are to enter the IPL 2026 final, where they will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Both GT and RR are aiming to enter their third IPL final. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Asked whether the pitch was slightly doublepaced, Rabada replied, Not too much. I think the ball is coming onto the bat quite decently. They scored 214 runs, so that tells you that the ball is coming on pretty decently. But you still have to bat well. You still have to form some good partnerships, and then thats the way to chase this total. Article Source: IANS
Housing price index rises 4.2% in Q4 FY26: RBI
India's housing prices saw a significant rise. The All India House Price Index increased by 4.2 percent in the January-March quarter of 2025-26. This growth outpaced the previous year's expansion. Cities like Nagpur, Jaipur, Chandigarh, and Kanpur led this surge. Housing prices across Jaipur, Lucknow, and Pune also contributed to a 0.2 percent quarter-on-quarter increase.
AAP Sweeps Punjab Civic Polls, Wins 862 Wards, Congress Distant Second
Chandigarh, May 29 (IANS) The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab on Friday achieved an impressive victory in 102 civic bodies by winning 862 wards of the 1,765 that have been counted till now. A total of 1,977 wards went to the polls on May 26.
IPL 2026: RR Wins Toss Against GT and Opts to Bat First
New Chandigarh, May 29: The second qualifier of IPL 2026 is underway at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, featuring a clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Gujarat Titans (GT). RR captain Riyan Parag won the toss and chose to bat first. After winning the toss, Parag stated, We will bat first. ... Read more IPL 2026: RR Wins Toss Against GT and Opts to Bat First
IPL 2026: Unchanged RR Elect To Bat First Against GT, Sai Kishore Returns For Qualifier 2
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket: An unchanged Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to bat first against the Gujarat Titans in the Qualifier 2 clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on Friday. There was a re-spin of the toss by match referee Prakash Bhatt as the call wasnt loud enough from RR captain Riyan Parag. The winner of this clash will meet Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. RR arrive in Qualifier 2 after beating Sunrisers Hyderabad by 47 runs in the Eliminator, while GT come in after suffering a 92-run loss to RCB in Qualifier 1 in Dharamshala. After winning the toss, RR skipper Riyan Parag said, Pretty much the same wicket, but I think it slows down at the backend, and we have the bowlers for it. We just need to play better cricket for 40 overs, and the best team will win. The support staff have been incredible about recoveries and injuries. GT skipper Shubman Gill said left-arm spinner R Sai Kishore is back in the playing eleven in place of Kulwant Khejroliya. We would have batted first as well. Forty overs of cricket already on this wicket, and it won't behave differently. We have everything to play for; it's a now or never situation. Playing XIs: Gujarat Titans: B Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wk), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj Impact substitutes: Rahul Tewatia, Glenn Phillips, Anuj Rawat, Kumar Kushagra, and Arshad Khan Gujarat Titans: B Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (captain), Jos Buttler (wk), Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Jason Holder, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Kagiso Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, and Mohammed Siraj Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Shubham Dubey, Sushant Mishra, Aman Rao Perala, Ravi Bishnoi, and Tushar Deshpande Article Source: IANS
GT vs RR Qualifier 2 Pitch Report: The Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals Qualifier 2 will be played today in New Chandigarh (Mullanpur). Find out whether the pitch will favor the batsmen or the bowlers more.Qualifier 2 will be played today between the Gujarat Titans and the...
GT vs RR Qualifier 2 Playing 11: Rajasthan Royals, buoyed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 97, face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2 for a spot in the IPL 2026 final against RCB. Gujarat seeks redemption after a heavy playoff loss. The winner advances to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit clash on May 29 in New Chandigarh.
Aam Aadmi Party Leads in Punjab Local Body Elections: Early Trends Show Promising Results
Chandigarh, May 29: In the early trends of the local body elections in Punjab, the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has taken a significant lead. The main opposition party, Congress, and the regional Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) are locked in a tight contest. As of 11 AM, AAP has won 178 wards, while Congress and ... Read more Aam Aadmi Party Leads in Punjab Local Body Elections: Early Trends Show Promising Results
IPL 2026: Five Rajasthan Royals Players Who Could Trouble Gujarat Titans in Qualifier Two
New Chandigarh, May 29: The second qualifier of IPL 2026 will take place on Friday between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Gujarat Titans (GT). After a stunning victory in the eliminator, these five RR players could pose a significant challenge for GT in the upcoming match. Vaibhav Suryaanshi: Vaibhav Suryaanshi single-handedly led Rajasthan Royals to a ... Read more IPL 2026: Five Rajasthan Royals Players Who Could Trouble Gujarat Titans in Qualifier Two
In Jat Sikh pivot, BJP picks Kewal Singh Dhillon as its Punjab chief
The BJP has appointed former Congress MLA Kewal Singh Dhillon as its Punjab president, a significant move ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. Dhillon, a wealthy Jat Sikh industrialist, aims to revive Punjab's past glory and address key issues. This appointment marks a departure from the party's previous practice of selecting Hindu leaders in the Sikh-majority state.
BJP Raises Concerns Over Irregularities in Municipal Elections
Chandigarh, May 29: A delegation from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Punjab state president Kewal Singh Dhillon, met with the State Election Commissioner on Thursday. They presented a detailed memorandum highlighting alleged widespread irregularities during the municipal elections. The delegation expressed concerns about incidents of booth capturing, manipulation of voter lists, misuse of ... Read more BJP Raises Concerns Over Irregularities in Municipal Elections
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