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He Got Scared, Fear Crept In: CSK Star Blasted For Baffling Strategy Against LSG
Chennai Super Kings' hopes of reaching the IPL 2026 playoffs suffered a major setback on Saturday night following a disappointing loss to Lucknow Super Giants.
Actor Ravi Mohan has revealed explosive claims about his marriage and family life. He states he will not return to acting until his divorce is finalised and cyberbullying stops. Singer Keneeshaa Francis is reportedly leaving Chennai due to online harassment linked to the ongoing divorce battle. Ravi Mohan makes serious allegations against his estranged wife, Aarti Ravi and her family. Read on!
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IPL 2026: Dropped Catches, Dip In Catching Efficiency - Fielding Issues Raise Huge Alarms
Indian Premier League: On the eve of taking on Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the social media accounts of Rajasthan Royals (RR) posted an interesting 20-second clip of its fielders taking catches at practice with both hands and Ravi Bishnoi completing a grab with his right hand. More than the video, the caption caught the eye, as it said Dont drop your catches, along with laughter and folded hand emojis attached. If one were living under a rock, then that line would have been seen as another attempt by RRs social media admins to generate quirky laughter. But if one digs deeper, then that caption also points towards a trend which has been a nagging concern of dropped catches and a dip in catching efficiency, raising huge alarms in the ten-team competition. The cricketers in 2026 are faster, fitter, and more athletic than any generation before them. The way they dive, slide, and leap to complete acrobatic catches would have seemed extraordinary even a decade ago. IPL 2026 is shaping up as the most telling reminder yet that athleticism and catching proficiency are two very different things. The data from CricViz tells the story in cold, unforgiving numbers. After 59 matches in IPL 2026, fielding sides have held 541 catches and dropped 153 - a catching efficiency of 77.9 per cent. Six of the 10 franchises are operating below the 80 per cent threshold. The scale of the problem is not lost on the game's insiders, and its consequences in a format where 200-plus totals are now routine, and the Impact Sub rule has tilted the balance further toward batters have been severe. No team better illustrates the crisis than the Delhi Capitals. With a catching efficiency of just 65.4 per cent - the worst in the competition - DC have squandered 19 out of 36 chances. Think of how many times Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao was left ruing about dropped catches costing them crucial runs after losing matches. Sunrisers Hyderabad have dropped 24 catches the most by any side this season but their catching efficiency percentage is slightly better at 72.7 percent. At the other end of the spectrum, Kolkata Knight Riders lead the standings by holding 56 catches and dropping just eight chances at a healthy 87.5 per cent in ten matches and have conceded only one difficult drop all season. Rajasthan Royals (83.8 percent), Lucknow Super Giants (82.5 percent), Gujarat Titans (82 percent), and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (81.6 percent) have also shown what a cohesive fielding unit can achieve. Punjab Kings, with a catching efficiency percentage of 73.5, have encapsulated the paradox of the modern fielding unit - captain Shreyas Iyer produced one of the catches of the tournament - a breathtaking mid-air relay against the Mumbai Indians to dismiss Hardik Pandya. Holding his balance in flight, Iyer tossed the ball back to teammate Xavier Bartlett before crossing the boundary rope. It was the kind of moment that makes highlight reels for years. Yet Iyer's brilliance has not been reflected in the unit around him his teammate Shashank Singh has had a tournament to forget in fielding by dropping six catches, including spilling three chances in a single innings against Lucknow Super Giants. As per CricViz data since 2020, overall catches have grown significantly from 459 in 2020 to a peak of 645 in 2024, suggesting that high-scoring matches have occurred in the tournament. The catching percentage peaked in 2023 at 81.5 percent, but has declined since then, to 75 percent in 2025 and 77.9 percent so far in 2026. Drops have risen sharply - from 129 in 2020 to hitting a peak of 207 in 2025, and with 153 dropped catches in 59 matches, IPL 2026 is on pace to reach a similarly high metric. Raw drop counts tell only part of the story. Cricket-21's runs-saved and runs-missed metrics put a harder number on the damage, and the figures are sobering. Naman Dhirs eight drops have not merely handed batters second lives, but cost Mumbai Indians 27 runs - the highest by any individual fielder in IPL 2026. Shashanks struggles in fielding acquire an even grimmer dimension through this lens: his dropped catches have cost Punjab Kings an estimated 22 runs in the field this season. What also makes for a grim reading is that not a single one of Shashanks six drops are classified as a difficult chance. According to Cricket-21 data, all of them were classified as easy or medium, as Shashanks catch efficiency stands at a near-indefensible 14.3 per cent. SRH have leaked 128 runs through fielding lapses this season - the worst figure of any franchise - while saving only 57. That net deficit of 71 runs is not an abstraction - in a format where margins between winning and losing a game can be as thin as 10 or 15 runs, it is the difference between finishing at the top spot and ending up at number four. Chennai Super Kings compound the picture further with 16 missed run-out opportunities, the most for any side. LSG, despite being at the bottom of the points table, emerges as the standout team when runs saved are the currency. Their fielders have saved 133 runs this season, the most for any franchise. In terms of individual catching, by combining all keepers and fielders, Jos Buttler leads outright with 17 catches. Jitesh Sharma stands out for efficiency - 12 catches and a stellar percentage of 92.3. Rishabh Pant has saved 26 runs, which makes him the most valuable fielder on either side this season, while Nicholas Pooran, Anukul Roy, Pathum Nissanka, Dhruv Jurel, and Noor Ahmad have saved 17 runs. Those inside the system are not surprised to see fielding and catching being an issue in IPL 2026. A senior fielding coach, who has worked at the highest level, spoke to IANS on the condition of anonymity on the roots of the malaise in catching and fielding. There are many reasons behind it: number one, hard hands. Number two, they don't get under the ball. Instead, they try to reach out to the ball. Number three, they want to make it a little glamorous. I havent seen someone running, nicely pausing, and taking a catch. Instead, someone has run and made a slide and taken the catch. But what I can see is, the easy catch, they make it look difficult and glamorous, and that's maybe one reason why so many dropped catches are happening on the field, said the fielding coach. The coach did not spare the culture around practice. Whatever is there has to be caught; it's simple. One doesn't have to think too much. It should be treated like a routine - waking up in the morning, taking a bath, and having breakfast. It should be deeply embedded in the routine of all players so that those chances arent missed. Another fielding coach, a regular in the cricketing circuit, told IANS that pressure and constant travel are also leading to catches being dropped regularly. Everyones talking about dropped catches, and rightly so, as fielding decides the outcome of games. But sometimes we forget that constant travel and the high pressure of playing matches are always around. It needs to be seen if players are getting enough sleep, and whether they are fresh mentally and physically for giving it their all on match day? As per my view, most catches are going down on the square boundaries. Are those exact-match scenarios being replicated in practice by coaches? Also, are your best fielders in the hot zones on match days? We also saw that new LED lights were installed in Jaipur, which took some time for RR fielders to adjust. Another fielding coach, a regular in the cricketing circuit, told IANS that pressure and constant travel are also leading to catches being dropped regularly. Everyones talking about dropped catches, and rightly so, as fielding decides the outcome of games. But sometimes we forget that constant travel and the high pressure of playing matches are always around. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The athleticism is not in doubt, as the IPL has always showcased that. The question heading into the business end of the season is a simpler and older one: when the ball comes to you, do you hold it? Right now, for far too many players and teams in IPL 2026, the answer is no. One can just hope that teams like RR will hope that the efforts done in practice and showcased on social media are executed on the field to arrest the great fielding and catching slide. Article Source: IANS
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Former India batter Ambati Rayudu lamented Chennai Super Kings' lack of experienced heads on the field during their loss to Lucknow Super Giants. He highlighted young pacer Anshul Kamboj's struggles against Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran, suggesting senior players could have offered crucial support. Rayudu defended Kamboj, attributing his tough outing to exceptional batting.
My films wont release until I get divorced: Tamil actor Ravi Mohan
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IPL 2026: This Chit Business Should Be Banned, Says Rayudu As He Criticises Akash Singhs Celebration
Lucknow Super Giants: Former India batter Ambati Rayudu has strongly criticised Akash Singhs 'chit celebration' during Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) seven-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, saying such celebrations should be banned. Akash, who starred with figures of 3-26, celebrated each wicket by pulling out a small chit from his pocket and showing it to the cameras. The note reportedly read: #Akkionfire Akash knows how to take wickets in a T20 game. The chit celebration has become a new trend in IPL 2026, and several players, including Urvil Patel and Raghu Sharma, have celebrated milestones by bringing out chits with a message. Akash Singhs celebration quickly went viral on social media, but it also drew criticism from several former cricketers. Speaking on ESPNcricinfos TimeOut show, Rayudu said he did not like the trend of players bringing out notes and messages during matches. I think they should ban this chit business, absolute nonsense. I dont think theyre supposed to bring chits anyway, Rayudu said. The former CSK batter also questioned the idea behind the celebration and joked about how it must have been planned. I just want to know at what point today he thought, Hey, this will be awesome, Ill pull this out on TV, and everybody will think Im cool.'. I also want to know which friends backed him and told him it was a great idea, He said. I think thats his manifestation. It may not go down well with a lot of people, but its kind of funny and a bit of rubbish, he added. Former New Zealand pacer Mitchell McClenaghan also criticised the trend and said young players should focus more on performances than dramatic celebrations. Im actually surprised with some of this generation coming through. You put your fingers up after your first real IPL performance when people have only just learnt your name. I find it all very fascinating, he said. Former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn also reacted on social media, saying the celebration trend was no longer interesting. Time to put the papers away. It aint trending anymore. Actually, to be honest, it never really was, Steyn posted on X, formerly Twitter. Akash, meanwhile, defended the celebration and said the note simply gives him confidence during games. Former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn also reacted on social media, saying the celebration trend was no longer interesting. Time to put the papers away. It aint trending anymore. Actually, to be honest, it never really was, Steyn posted on X, formerly Twitter. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The left-arm pacer played a major role in LSGs victory by removing Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, and Urvil Patel early in the innings. LSG later chased down 188 comfortably thanks to Mitchell Marshs explosive 90 off 38 balls. Article Source: IANS
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'Kartik Sharma Is Turning Into A Complete Middle-order Batter': Rayudu
Chennai Super Kings: Former India batter Ambati Rayudu praised young Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Kartik Sharma after his impressive 71 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), saying the youngster is developing into a complete middle-order player. Kartik played a fighting knock of 71 off 42 balls, hitting six fours and five sixes after CSK lost early wickets in their seven-wicket defeat to LSG at the Ekana Stadium. Speaking on ESPNcricinfos TimeOut show, Rayudu said Kartiks preparation against pace bowling stood out during the innings. I think its been exceptional. He was prepared for a lot of short bowling against a team that has good fast bowlers - that shows his preparation has been spot on, Rayudu said. Rayudu also praised Kartiks batting against spin and his ability to judge length quickly. His game against spin, too, has been quite exceptional in reading length. I just think hes turning into a complete middle-order batter. Especially for conditions at home in India, he is looking very, very good, he added. The former CSK batter said Kartik already has the ability to clear the boundary consistently against both pace and spin. He can hit sixes against both fast bowlers and spinners. His batsmanship will improve over time with confidence and experience. He will understand better when to take singles and doubles on certain pitches. Once he gets into those details, I feel his strike rate will improve even more, Rayudu said. Rayudu also highlighted Kartiks quick improvement despite batting lower down the order earlier in the season. He can hit sixes against both fast bowlers and spinners. His batsmanship will improve over time with confidence and experience. He will understand better when to take singles and doubles on certain pitches. Once he gets into those details, I feel his strike rate will improve even more, Rayudu said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Earlier in the match, CSK posted 187/5 thanks largely to Kartiks innings and Shivam Dubes unbeaten 32. But LSG chased the target comfortably after a brilliant 90 from Mitchell Marsh and a 135-run opening partnership with Josh Inglis. Article Source: IANS
Is CSK in trouble after its loss against LSG? | IPL Show 2026
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'No One Works Harder Than Akash Singh': Justin Langer After LSGs Big Win Over CSK
Lucknow Super Giants: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) head coach Justin Langer praised left-arm pacer Akash Singh for his hard work and professionalism after the teams convincing seven-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026. Akash played a key role in the victory with figures of 3-26, removing Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, and Urvil Patel to put CSK under pressure early in the innings. Speaking after the match, Langer said Akash fully deserved his success because of the effort he put into improving his game. The thing about Akash Singh, no one works harder on their game. He is literally the most professional player youll ever see. When you see someone like him get the opportunity, youre so happy for him because hes worked so hard. You love seeing players get the rewards for their hard work, Langer said in a video released by IPL on X. Langer also praised the opening pair of Mitchell Marsh and Josh Inglis, who put together a match-winning 135-run stand while chasing 188. Marsh smashed 90 off 38 balls while Inglis made 36 as LSG chased down the target in just 16.4 overs. The LSG coach revealed that the team had made changes in the batting order after struggling earlier in the season. Five games ago, our batting wasnt working. Mitch had been playing well. Aiden Markram selflessly moved down to number four, even though his numbers as an opener for South Africa and for us last year were elite, but we felt we needed a bit more energy at the top of the order and that they would complement each other, he said. They are good mates, they play for Australia, and both come from Western Australia. Josh played well in the last game, and Mitch played brilliantly today. Those partnerships were outstanding, he added. Langer also called the IPL the toughest domestic T20 tournament in the world and stressed that every game carries pressure and importance. The IPL is such a competitive competition. Its the best domestic league in the world, he said. Every single game is important, for the players, the team, the owners, and the families, whether its the first game or the last game of the season. The IPL is such a competitive competition. Its the best domestic league in the world, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think it was nice to play CSK twice in a few games, so we were very well prepared for them. It was nice to get the result, he said. Article Source: IANS
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'It Was An Absolute Masterclass': Boucher Praises Marsh After LSGs Win Over CSK
Former South Africa: Former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher described Mitchell Marshs innings against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as a 'masterclass' and said the conditions at the Ekana Stadium perfectly suited the Australian batters in Lucknow Super Giants Marsh smashed a stunning 90 off just 38 balls, while Josh Inglis added 36 as LSG chased down 188 in only 16.4 overs to register a dominant seven-wicket victory. It was an absolute masterclass. Both Josh Inglis and Mitchell Marsh said that the wicket reminded them of Perth. How many boundaries were hit square of the wicket? Marsh knew the bowlers were going to bowl back of a length because thats what had worked for the LSG bowlers earlier, Boucher told Jio Hotstar. Boucher said Marsh used the pace and bounce of the pitch brilliantly and looked completely comfortable throughout his innings. He was using the pace and knows how to bat in these conditions, he said. The former South African star also suggested that LSG should continue preparing similar surfaces at home because their squad is well suited for such conditions. And maybe, considering how the surface played, this is the future for LSG. They need to play on these kinds of wickets, Boucher said. They have fast bowlers who can bowl effectively on such surfaces and extract something from them, and they also have batters who thrive in bouncy conditions, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, and Josh Inglis. It could stand them in good stead for next season as well, he added. And maybe, considering how the surface played, this is the future for LSG. They need to play on these kinds of wickets, Boucher said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But Marshs explosive knock and the 135-run opening stand with Inglis completely took the game away from CSK and badly hurt their playoff hopes. Article Source: IANS
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CSK Captain Ruturaj Reflects on Bowling Performance After Loss to LSG
Lucknow, May 16: In the 59th match of IPL 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced a 7-wicket defeat against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad acknowledged that the poor performance of the bowlers was a key factor in the teams loss. With 12 points from 12 matches, CSK must win both of their ... Read more CSK Captain Ruturaj Reflects on Bowling Performance After Loss to LSG
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BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium: Left-arm pacer Akash Singh said hard work and self-belief are the driving forces behind his performances after producing a match-winning spell in Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) emphatic seven-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026 at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday. Akash ripped through CSKs top order with figures of 3-26, dismissing skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, and Urvil Patel to leave the visitors struggling early on a fiery red-soil pitch. After the magical performance, the youngster said that he constantly motivates himself mentally during pressure situations and believes preparation is the key to succeeding at the highest level. If I am under pressure or something like that, I keep telling myself things that give me motivation to perform well at this level. If you work hard, you get satisfaction. Whether you play or not, you are ready for the match, Akash said in a video released by IPL on X. And if you work hard, you know that when my chance comes, I have to seize it. I get satisfaction from hard work. For me, the most important thing is hard work because its in my hands. If I dont do that, I cant expect myself to go to the match and perform. That will never happen, he added. Akash also explained his animated chit-from-pocket celebration, saying it symbolised confidence and self-motivation. I think this is basically Aki on Fire. Its about how Aki on Fire knows how to take wickets, Akash said. Akash further stressed the importance of understanding strengths and weaknesses in the T20 format and credited conversations within the team setup for boosting his confidence. The understanding is that in a T20 game, you have to understand what your strength is, but at the same time, what your opponents weaknesses are. This chit-chat is giving me confidence. For me, this is the mantra, he added. Akash further stressed the importance of understanding strengths and weaknesses in the T20 format and credited conversations within the team setup for boosting his confidence. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Marsh smashed a scintillating 90 off just 38 balls, while Josh Inglis made 36 and Nicholas Pooran finished unbeaten on 32 off 17 balls as LSG chased down the target in just 16.4 overs to register their fourth win of the season. Article Source: IANS
'Every game is a final now': Michael Hussey after defeat against LSG
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IPL 2026: LSG Skipper Rishabh Pant Fined For Slow Over-rate Against CSK
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari: Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant has been fined Rs 12 lakh for maintaining a slow over-rate during his sides IPL 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Friday. The sanction was imposed under Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct, marking LSGs first minimum over-rate offence of the season. Rishabh Pant, Captain, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match No. 59 of TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on Friday. As this was his teams first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPLs Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Rishabh Pant was fined INR 12 lakhs, IPL said in a statement. Riding on Akash Singhs fantastic three-fer, Mitchell Marshs brutal 90 off 38 balls and Nicholas Poorans late fireworks, LSG managed to thrash Chennai Super Kings by seven wickets. CSK had posted 187/5, thanks to Kartik Sharmas career-best score of 71 in T20s and an unbeaten 32 from Shivam Dube, after Akashs spell took out the top order on a fiery red soil pitch. But Marsh and Josh Inglis set the tone right from the start via a massive 135-run opening stand. Riding on Akash Singhs fantastic three-fer, Mitchell Marshs brutal 90 off 38 balls and Nicholas Poorans late fireworks, LSG managed to thrash Chennai Super Kings by seven wickets. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After he, Inglis and Abdul Samad fell in quick succession, Pooran produced some emphatic hits to smash 32 off just 17 balls. He slammed one four and four maximums to help LSG reach with 20 balls to spare and dent CSKs playoffs hopes in a thumping fashion. Article Source: IANS
Free waste service for bulk waste generatorsraises questions
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Coach Michael Hussey Gives Big Ultimatum To Ruturaj Gaikwad And Co As CSK Face Must-Win Situation
Chennai Super Kings will have to treat every remaining game as a final after their defeat to Lucknow Super Giants left their IPL campaign hanging by a thread, said batting coach Michael Hussey.
REVA University announced a series of academic initiatives, interdisciplinary programmes, industry collaborations, Centres of Excellence, and scholarship opportunities aimed at preparing students for emerging sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, aerospace, electric mobility, automation, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and digital infrastructure. Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Chancellor, and others from REVA University during the announcement of new academic initiatives in AI, Semiconductors, EVs & Aerospace Speaking on the occasion, Dr. P. Shyama Raju, Chancellor, REVA University, said, India today is standing at the threshold of a major technological and industrial transformation. While industries such as semiconductors, aerospace, electric mobility, automation, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing are expanding rapidly, there continues to be a significant talent deficit in these sectors. At REVA University, we see this not as a challenge, but as an opportunity to prepare the next generation of future-ready professionals." Dr. M. Dhanamjaya, Registrar, REVA University, spoke about the Universitys strong academic ecosystem and well-equipped hostel facilities that offer students a safe, comfortable, and home away from home environment. Dr. Shubha A, Dean, REVA Business School and Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies highlighted REVA Universitys innovative, industry-relevant, and future-focused curriculum. She said the University follows a multidisciplinary approach across 21 schools with in-house curriculum designed through strong academic and industry inputs. Gaurav Yadav, Director Admissions stated that REVA University is steadily moving beyond multidisciplinary education towards a transdisciplinary learning model by integrating AI, innovation, research, and interdisciplinary learning across disciplines. Among the major initiatives showcased were DivyaSree-supported Centres of Excellence focused on sustainable infrastructure, smart technologies, advanced manufacturing, urban innovation, and 3D printing. The University also highlighted future-focused programmes in Mechatronics Engineering and Aerospace Engineering with practical exposure in AI, robotics, UAVs, automation, avionics, intelligent mobility, and aerospace technologies. REVA University highlighted that the future is not Core versus AI, but Core with AI, with Artificial Intelligence being integrated across disciplines including engineering, management, commerce, healthcare, media, and applied sciences to prepare students for an AI-enabled future. The University also showcased its industry-oriented B.Com in Corporate Finance and Analytics integrated with US-CMA, designed to equip students with expertise in finance, analytics, strategic decision-making, and global career readiness. REVA University further emphasised the growing importance of the School of Performing Arts and Indic Studies in preserving Indias artistic heritage, and the School of Geopolitics and Public Policy in nurturing globally aware policy thinkers. The University also talked about scholarships across merit, sports, NCC, defence, differently abled, sibling, referral, and staff categories. The University additionally announced that student cricketer Macneil Hadley Noronha has been selected for the Chennai Super Kings squad.
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IPL 2026: 'Bowling Had An Off-day Today,' Says CSK Skipper Gaikwad
Chennai Super Kings: Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that Chennai Super Kings endured an off-day with the ball after their seven-wicket defeat to Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow on Friday, but insisted the five-time champions still remain firmly in the hunt for an IPL 2026 playoff berth. CSK find themselves in a precarious position of having 12 points from 12 matches. They are already in must-win territory for the remainder of their league encounters and have to be dependent on other results going their way as well. Having already been knocked out,LSG gaveChennai a major setback with a ruthless chase that was piloted by the duo of Mitchell Marsh and Josh Inglis. Taking lessons from this loss, Gaikwad admitted that the bowlers could not stick to the plans consistently. Bowling had an off-day today, Gaikwad said after the match. The first challenge is getting to Chennai and make sure we improve on the areas we need to improve, and then adapt and assess the conditions [in the remaining two league games]. Despite the setback, the CSK captain maintained that qualification remains achievable and refused to panic over the teams position in the points table. It is simple [playoff hopes], nothing complicated, Gaikwad said. Nothing to worry about, just ensure we have a good day and hope that we turn things around. CSK put up a good score given they felt this would be a much lower-scoring game. But once LSG's aggressive intent came through it was difficult for CSK to stem the run rate. Gaikwad believed the pitch gave enough assistance to the pacemen but it was a credit to the Lucknow batters that they managed to pick their scoring chances. There was a bit of something for the fast bowlers. Found it difficult to hit it off a hard length, he explained. We were looking at 160-170, and got 180. Nothing much better we could have done from a batting point of view. Marsh and Inglis added a dominant opening stand that effectively killed the chase early, with both batters taking on the short-ball strategy employed by Chennais bowlers. Gaikwad said CSK had specific plans against the two overseas batters but admitted the execution fell short under pressure. They (LSG) batted well and played some extraordinary shots, Gaikwad said. We were looking [to bowl the short ball] but [Josh] Inglis played differently in the last game, and Marsh plays the short ball well, so we were trying to hit a hard length. They (LSG) batted well and played some extraordinary shots, Gaikwad said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sometimes the opposition can play good cricket than you, and you have to accept it. Article Source: IANS
Heavy Rain Alert in Tamil Nadu Due to Deep Depression in Bay of Bengal
Chennai, May 16: The effects of a deep depression forming in the Bay of Bengal are becoming increasingly evident in Tamil Nadu. Heavy rainfall is occurring in several districts due to this weather system in the southwest Bay of Bengal and adjacent west-central region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for heavy rain ... Read more Heavy Rain Alert in Tamil Nadu Due to Deep Depression in Bay of Bengal
CSK Faces Defeat Against LSG: Anshul Kamboj Sets Unwanted Record
Lucknow, May 16: In the 59th match of IPL 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) suffered a 7-wicket defeat against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). CSK bowler Anshul Kamboj had a tough outing, conceding 63 runs in just 2.4 overs without taking a wicket. During LSGs innings, Nicholas Pooran hit four consecutive sixes in the 17th over, ... Read more CSK Faces Defeat Against LSG: Anshul Kamboj Sets Unwanted Record
IPL 2026: Why Not Try Players Who Have Not Played Much, Reveals Pant On Skipping Bat Vs CSK
Lucknow Super Giants: Rishabh Pant has revealed that he deliberately chose not to bat during Lucknow Super Giants successful chase against Chennai Super Kings in Lucknow, saying the decision was taken to give opportunities to players who had not received enough game time in IPL 2026. Padded up in the dugout and looking ready to bat, Pant was a surprise absentee even after LSG lost three wickets in quick succession after cruising to 135 for no loss in the 12th over in the chase of 188. Nicholas Pooran, instead, came in at No. 3 followed by Abdul Samad and Mukul Choudhary as Lucknow eventually completed the chase comfortably with seven wickets in hand. The decision came after discussions in the team management after the match explained the decision, Pant said. See, I was ready to bat and the idea came up, Pant said at the post-match presentation. I was in the dressing room. The idea came in: why not try players who have not played much, they haven't got much chances, and that was the idea. Pant admitted he was initially uncertain about staying back despite wanting to be involved in the middle. I was thinking again and again, should I do it or not, because I still wanted to be out there in the field. But you know, sometimes you have to respect some things for the think tank. The move seemed a bit controversial considering Pant has batted at the top throughout the season. The left-handed batter has played 11 innings in IPL 2026 till now with 7 of those innings coming at number three, 3 at number four and 1 at number 3. LSG have tinkered quite a bit with their batting order before finding a stable opening pair of Mitchell Marsh and Josh Inglis who put on 135 runs for the franchise at the top against CSK. Pant added that the plan of the franchise from the beginning was to use the foreign batsmen in the top order. See, definitely that was the first thought, Pant said when asked about loading the top order with overseas players. That getting two overseas players to open the innings and Nicky (Pooran) batting at three. That was the idea. However, Pant acknowledged that injuries and inconsistency prevented the plans from fully working this season. Inglis missed a large part of the tournament, while Aiden Markram and Pooran struggled for consistency at different stages. Sometimes it's difficult when thought process is not being implemented all the time, Pant said. But at the same time, we take pride, and we are confident as a team. The only thing I would say is it's frustrating when you know what you have as a team, [but] just because of little thought process here and there and you can't implement things the way you want. Things can happen. Sometimes it's difficult when thought process is not being implemented all the time, Pant said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The only thing that can harm us is having too many thought process. Article Source: IANS
Rishabh Pant joins unwanted captain list, fined after LSG's win against CSK
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant has been fined INR 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL 2026 match against Chennai Super Kings. This disciplinary action was taken by the IPL Governing Council as LSG failed to complete their 20 overs within the stipulated time. It marks the team's first minimum over-rate offence of the season.
Ravi Mohan`s partner Keneesha Francis hints at breakup, alleges cheating
Keneesha Francis has sparked breakup rumours with Ravi Mohan after sharing an emotional note about walking away with silence. The singer also revealed that she has left Chennai, stepped away from music, and logged off social media
IPL 2026: Marsh Surpasses Gill in Orange Cap Race, Bhuvneshwar Retains Purple Cap
New Delhi, May 16: In an exciting match of IPL 2026, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) triumphed over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by seven wickets on Friday. Mitchell Marsh was the star of the match, scoring an impressive 90 runs off just 38 balls. With this performance, Marsh has moved ahead of Gujarat Titans ... Read more IPL 2026: Marsh Surpasses Gill in Orange Cap Race, Bhuvneshwar Retains Purple Cap
'The only thing can harm us ... ': Rishabh Pant opens up
Despite a victory over Chennai Super Kings, Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant expressed dejection over the team's disappointing IPL 2026 season. LSG, already eliminated, secured a seven-wicket win powered by Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran, but Pant highlighted frustrations with implementing the team's thought process effectively.
IPL 2026: Marshs 38-Ball 90 Powers LSG Past CSK In One-Sided Chase
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) tore through Chennai Super Kings with a fearless batting display as Mitchell Marshs explosive 90 powered them to a seven-wicket win in the IPL 2026 clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday, May 15.
CSK Slips in IPL Standings After Defeat to LSG, RR Gains Advantage
New Delhi, May 16: In the 59th match of IPL 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced a 7-wicket defeat against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Friday. This loss has caused CSK to drop one position in the points table. With this being their fifth defeat in 11 matches, CSK has now fallen from fifth to ... Read more CSK Slips in IPL Standings After Defeat to LSG, RR Gains Advantage
Explained: CSK's qualification chances in IPL 2026 playoff race
With playoffs in sight, Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bangalore are strong contenders, boasting high qualification probabilities. Sunrisers Hyderabad also hold a solid chance. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals have a decent shot, while Chennai Super Kings' prospects have dimmed. Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals face slim hopes.
IPL 2026 Playoff Race Gets Intense After Lucknows Big Win Over Chennai Super Kings
The playoff battle in Indian Premier League 2026 has become dramatically more exciting after Lucknow Super Giants defeated Chennai Super Kings in a high-scoring clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. The result has significantly impacted the playoff equation, helping several teams still fighting for a...
IPL 2026: Karthik Sharmas Half-Century Leads CSK to Set 188-Run Target Against LSG
Lucknow, May 15: In a thrilling match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batted first after losing the toss against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), scoring 187 runs for the loss of 5 wickets, thanks to a stellar half-century from young batsman Karthik Sharma. CSKs start was rocky, losing their first three wickets ... Read more IPL 2026: Karthik Sharmas Half-Century Leads CSK to Set 188-Run Target Against LSG
Jyotika recalls leaving Bollywood after debut with Akshaye failed
Jyotika has opened up about how the commercial failure of her debut Hindi film changed the course of her life and career, eventually leading her to Chennai and superstardom in South cinema. Speaking ahead of her upcoming film System alongside Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika reflected on her Bollywood debut with Doli Saja Ke Rakhna and why she decided to move away from Mumbai after the film did not perform well at the box office.
IPL 2026: LSG and CSK Players Pay Tribute with Black Armbands
Lucknow, May 16: In a poignant moment before the match at Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday evening, players from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) observed a minute of silence alongside match officials. Both teams wore black armbands during this tribute. This gesture was in response to the devastating storm and heavy ... Read more IPL 2026: LSG and CSK Players Pay Tribute with Black Armbands
Marshs explosive 38-ball 90 guides them to a seven-wicket triumph Lucknow: Mitchell Marshs 38-ball 90 was a stunning rhapsody of power, carrying an already-eliminated Lucknow Super Giants to a seven-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in an IPL match here on Friday. Once the Super Kings posted a healthy 187 for five, which was built []
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