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Frustrated Rishabh Pant: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant delivered a blunt and straightforward assessment after his sides seven-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Tuesday, insisting that his side remains a f***ing good team despite slipping to another high-scoring loss in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. LSG, though eliminated from the play-offs race, posted a formidable 220/5 in 20 overs on a batting-friendly surface, but Rajasthan Royals ove

Lucknow Super Giants: Rajasthan Royals (RR) pulled off a sensational chase at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Tuesday, overhauling the 221-run target set by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with five balls to spare, riding on opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshis 93 and a composed yet explosive 53 not out from Dhruv Jurel in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 in Jaipur. In a match that swung between brute force and calculated composure, RRs batters dismantled LSGs attack and ensured there were no late stumbles

National Sports Federations: Indian tennis legend Leander Paes has asked the various National Sports Federations (NSF) around the country to learn from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Indian Premier League (IPL) how to professionalise sports not only at the top of the pyramid but also at the grassroots level. When you look at that, there is so much to learn from the BCCI and the IPL. I think every other sporting governance can come together and work with the IPL and BCCI

India Senior Selection Committee: A wave of excitement and pride has swept across Rajasthan following the selection of Rajasthan all-rounder Manav Suthar in Indias Test squad for the upcoming Test series against Afghanistan. Welcoming the announcement made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India Senior Selection Committee, Mohit Jaswant Yadav, Convener of the Rajasthan Cricket Association Ad-hoc Committee, along with all members of the committee, congratulated Manav Suthar on his achievemen

Lucknow Super Giants: Opening batter Mitchell Marsh fell four runs short of a deserved century, but his blistering knock, coupled with Josh Inglis 60 and their strong partnership, laid the foundation for Lucknow Super Giants imposing 220/5 against Rajasthan Royals in their must-win Indian Premier League (IPL) clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Tuesday. On a batting-friendly surface, LSGs top order tore into Rajasthans attack from the outset, with Marsh and Inglis producing a breath

Chennai Super Kings: Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have allowed emotion to overshadow cricketing reality during the ongoing discussion surrounding MS Dhoni and his future with the franchise. With retirement speculation once again dominating conversations around Dhoni following CSKs final home game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Chepauk, Manjrekar admitted he has little left to add to the debate and suggested the focus should instead shift tow

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: Leftarm spinner Manav Suthar, left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, and lanky pacer Gurnoor Brar were on Tuesday handed maiden callups to Indias squad for the oneoff Test against Afghanistan, to be played in New Chandigarh from June 610. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia announced the 15member squad on Tuesday, with Shubman Gill appointed captain and KL Rahul replacing Rishabh Pant as the vicecaptain. Brar, Suthar, and Dubey hav

RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports: Praise from one of the worlds most celebrated athletes has struck a special chord with Indian hockey players. Virat Kohli, the legendary Indian cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart, highlighted the extraordinary fitness standards of Indian hockey players, acknowledging the physical demands of the sport and calling attention to an often-underappreciated aspect of hockey. During the third edition of the RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit o

RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports: Virat Kohli discussed leadership, pressure, and the mindset needed to excel at the highest level during one of the most anticipated sessions at the third RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit Powered by Leaders, as he said that he can perform beyond his strengths if he's playing for a larger cause. In the candid discussion called Mind Over Everything: Virat Kohli on Peak Performance, Kohli openly discussed the pursuit of excellence that has shaped his nearly t

Lusknow Super Giants: Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran offered an honest assessment of both his own struggles and LSGs disappointing IPL 2026 season, admitting that neither he nor the franchise had managed to find consistency in a difficult campaign. LSG became the first team to be eliminated from the playoff race this season, ending another season that began with promise but faded away midway through the tournament. Speaking to the broadcasters before the toss, Pooran said the franch

RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports: Indian badminton star PV Sindhu shared an emotional tribute to Virat Kohli after the two sporting greats met at the recent RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit in Bengaluru on Tuesday. Later, the two-time Olympic medallist posted a photograph with the former India captain on Instagram along with a heartfelt message that quickly resonated across social media. Every time Ive needed guidance, youve always been there with the right advice and the right words. The

Lucknow Super Giants: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka praised young fast bowler Prince Yadav after the pacer earned his maiden India call-up for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced squads for the one-off Test and three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, both scheduled to be played in India next month. Prince was rewarded for an impressive IPL 2026 campaign in which he emerged as one of Lucknows stand

Lucknow Super Giants: Rajasthan Royals (RR) won the toss and elected to bowl against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their penultimate game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 league stage at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Tuesday. Three playoff spots have already been sealed, but the battle for the final berth is set to go down to the wire with five teams still in contention. Rajasthan Royals find themselves under pressure after three consecutive defeats, a slump that has seen them g

Bangladesh are three wickets away from a famous Test series win at home after spinner Taijul Islam took 4-113 to rattle Pakistan despite a rearguard by the opposition batters on Tuesday. Pakistan ended day four on 316-7, needing another 121 runs for victory in what would be a record chase of 437 on the fifth and final day in Sylhet. Mohammad Rizwan, on 75, and Sajid Khan, on eight, were unbeaten at the close of play. Left-arm spinner Taijul struck key blows, including Babar Azam for 47 and Salma

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt could miss next month's T20 World Cup after the all-rounder was ruled out of her side's warm-up series against New Zealand and India. Sciver-Brunt tore her left calf while playing for the Blaze in domestic cricket earlier this month and was subsequently ruled out of the three-match one-day international series against New Zealand. England had hoped she would be ready to return for T20 matches against New Zealand, with that series starting in Derby on Wednesday, b

Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Anukul Roy says he is ready to contribute in every department as the three-time winners from West Bengal prepare for a must-win clash against the Mumbai Indians with their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 playoff hopes hanging by a thread. Having revived their season with five wins in their last six matches after a disappointing first half, Kolkata remain in a precarious position in the race for the final playoff berth. While other results

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Tuesday said the selectors will rely on the Indian team physios feedback to determine the availability of senior players Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan, adding that though both are on track, they will still be reassessed closer to the matches. Though Rohit and Pandya are in the ODI mix, their availability for the games against Afghanistan in Dharamshala, Lucknow, and Chennai on June 14, 17

KKR vs MI Match 65 , Cricket Tips :Kolkata Knight Riders have shown a great comeback after six winless matches to start the IPL 2026. Now, they have won five out of their last six matches, which has put them in contention for the playoffs. But KKR have to win their remaining two games and hope that the other results can go in their favor. KKR will face Mumbai Indians in a home game. These two teams will be up against each other on Wednesday at Eden Gardens at 7:30 PM IST. MI had a win in the

ODI World Cup: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Tuesday said the inclusion of Gurnoor Brar and Prince Yadav in Indias ODI squad for the three-match series against Afghanistan was a conscious move to test promising youngsters, keeping in mind the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup, to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Prince bagged 18 wickets in eight matches for Delhi in the 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy at an average of 19.27. He ended up as the sides leading wicket-taker and the fifth-highest

T20 World Cup: England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt faces a race against time to regain full fitness before the upcoming ICC Womens T20 World Cup after the team confirmed that the all-rounder will miss both the New Zealand and India T20I series due to a calf injury. The England all-rounder had already been ruled out of the recent ODI series against the New Zealand women's national cricket team after sustaining what was initially described as a minor tear in her left calf while representing The Blaze

Tamil Nadu Cricket Association: The possibility of a Big Bash League 2026-27 fixture being staged at Chennais iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in December this year has gained significant momentum, with discussions between Cricket Australia, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), and the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) reportedly progressing towards final approval. While the formal agreement between the three bodies has yet to be signed, officials involved in the process believe th

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar on Tuesday said he and his panel want wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant to become the best Test player that he has always been, after he was replaced as Test vice-captain by KL Rahul for the one-off game against Afghanistan and lost his spot in the ODI team to Ishan Kishan. Pant, 28, has won India a lot of Test matches with his aggressive batting, but doubts over his leadership abilities, including with Lucknow Super Giants being rooted t

When Lucknow Super Giants: When Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) assembled their squad ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, they looked like one of the most balanced sides in the competition. A power-packed batting unit, experienced international names, proven Indian performers, and improved fast-bowling depth made them appear genuine title contenders on paper. Instead, the season unravelled into one of frustration, inconsistency, and missed opportunities. LSGs playoff hopes faded long befor

Pacer Gurnoor Brar: Pacer Gurnoor Brar and Prince Yadav, along with left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, have been handed maiden call-ups for Indias three-match ODI series against Afghanistan. Indias ODIs against Afghanistan will be in Dharamshala (June 14), Lucknow (June 17), and Chennai (June 20). The squad, led by Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, serving as the vice-captain, features senior pros Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, though the formers inclusion is subject to fitness after suf

Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders head into Wednesdays IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. KKR have revived their campaign impressively after a poor first half of the season, winning five of their last six matches to stay in contention for the final playoff spot. However, with only 11 points so far, the equation remains simple: defeat Mumbai and keep their qualification chances alive. Even consecutive wins may not be enou

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: Leftarm spinner Manav Suthar, left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, and lanky pacer Gurnoor Brar have been handed maiden callups to Indias squad for the oneoff Test against Afghanistan, to be played in New Chandigarh from June 610. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia announced the 15member squad on Tuesday, with Shubman Gill appointed captain and KL Rahul replacing Rishabh Pant as the vicecaptain. Brar, Suthar, and Dubey have been

Sri Lanka Cricket: Sri Lanka Cricket has strongly denied reports suggesting that the board is facing a financial crisis following the appointment of a Cricket Transformation Committee, calling such claims entirely false and misleading. In a statement issued on Monday, SLC clarified that the committee was appointed by the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs under the powers granted through Sections 32 and 33 of the Sports Law No. 25 of 1973, as amended. The board stated that the appointment lega

Colombo Kaps today announced that the franchise will come under the ownership of Witness Sports Alliance LLC, led by Saranyan Palaniswamy and K.C. Shyam Kangayan, ahead of Lanka Premier League Season 6. The new ownership marks an important step in the franchises journey as Colombo Kaps prepares to compete in one of Sri Lankas leading T20 cricket platforms. Under Witness Sports Alliance LLC, the franchise will focus on building a competitive, commercially strong and fan-focused team that reflects

Chennai Super Kings: Former India all-rounder Suresh Raina believes Chennai Super Kings may have found a long-term answer for their crucial number four position in young Kartik Sharma, drawing comparisons with former CSK mainstay S. Badrinath after the youngsters impressive run in IPL 2026. Raina compared Kartiks temperament and role clarity to Badrinath, who was regarded as one of CSKs most dependable middle-order batters during the franchises early years, stating that Kartik has begun showing

SRT10 Altevol Sports Academy: The SRT10 Altevol Centre of Excellence Sports Academy in Ahmedabad witnessed an inspiring and emotionally charged day as cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar spent time with young athletes training at the academy, interacting closely with children, parents, and aspiring cricketers during a special engagement organised at the facility. This is the second such academy in India backed by Sachin Tendulkar after the flagship SRT10 Global Academy at DY Patil Sports Academy in

The Indian Premier League: The Indian Premier League (IPL) founder Lalit Modi has defended franchise crickets growing influence on the modern game, saying the long-running club-versus-country debate no longer holds relevance because tournaments like the IPL are now producing better and more fearless cricketers for international cricket. Discussing the influence of franchise leagues on young players, Modi explained that the IPL has transformed the traditional pathway to the top by offering immedi

ODI Player Rankings: Key Pakistan and England players have made strides up the ICC Women's T20I and ODI Player Rankings, in light of impressive displays leading up to the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana was one of the biggest movers in the wake of Pakistan Women's 3-0 clean sweep against Zimbabwe Women in Karachi in the T20I series, with the all-rounder being named Player of the Match for her match-winning unbeaten 62 in the final encounter and reaching a career-

Raj Angad Bawa: Mumbai Indians have suffered a double injury setback ahead of the business end of IPL 2026, with wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock and all-rounder Raj Angad Bawa ruled out for the remainder of the season. De Kock is currently dealing with a tendon injury in his left wrist which he picked up prior to Mumbai Indians' home encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Bawa is sidelined due to a ligament tear to the thumb on his right hand sustained in the team's previous game against

Former South Africa: Former South Africa wicketkeeper batter Mark Boucher described Heinrich Klaasens attacking innings against Chennai Super Kings as a masterclass after the Proteas batter helped Sunrisers Hyderabad seal qualification for the IPL 2026 playoffs. Klaasen smashed 47 off 26 balls on a difficult Chepauk surface and shifted the momentum decisively during a crucial 75-run partnership with Ishan Kishan as SRH chased down 181 with an over to spare. I think he should open an academy and

Chennai Super Kings: Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar hailed Ishan Kishans calmness and maturity after the wicketkeeper-batter guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a crucial five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings and into the IPL 2026 playoffs. Kishan played a brilliant innings in the chase, with his 70 coming off 47 balls in the slow and turning Chepauk conditions and was involved in the match-winning stand with Heinrich Klaasen after they had lost Travis Head in the second over. This ha

Former South Africa: Former South Africa wicketkeeper Mark Boucher delivered an emotional tribute to MS Dhoni following Sunrisers Hyderabads playoff-clinching win over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, calling the legendary captain a global icon who changed the sport forever. Boucher reflected on Dhonis unmatched connection with fans and his lasting impact on world cricket.Ive been at Chepauk a few times, and Ive never seen fans go as crazy for anyone as they do for MS Dhoni, Boucher said on Star

ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja: The transformation committee of the Sri Lanka Cricket has engaged in cordial and constructive talks with ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja, with the apex body assessing the consequences of the extensive changes imposed by the Sri Lankan government upon the governance of Sri Lankan Cricket. Khwaja, who is the ICC's Deputy Chairman, had spent the past few days in Sri Lanka, understanding more about the new structure in place within Sri Lankan Cricket. During his st

Chennai Super Kings: Former India batter Ambati Rayudu praised the temperament and versatility of Ishan Kishan after the keeper-batter played a key role in Sunrisers Hyderabad's must-win five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings that ensured their spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs. On a difficult pitch at Chepauk, the wicketkeeper-batter smashed a 70-ball 47 that saw him stitch a 75-run match-winning partnership with Heinrich Klaasen for the Sunrisers Hyderabad after they lost both Travis Head and Ab

RR vs LSG Match 64 , Cricket Tips :The tournament has come to an interesting end, and three teams have qualified already. Now, only one spot is left to grab. Rajasthan Royals are in the race, but they need to win their remaining games. They will take on Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday. This contest will be held at Sawai Mansingh Stadium at 7:30 PM IST. RR can't make a mistake, because losing this game will end their tournament. Meanwhile, LSG have already been eliminated, and they can be mor

Former Mumbai Indians: Former Mumbai Indians quick bowler Mitchell McClenaghan has stated that Ishan Kishan's player-and captain's development has been sensational after the keeper-batsman inspired Sunrisers Hyderabad's entry into the IPL 2026 playoffs. Kishan smashed 70 off 47 deliveries against Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk to help SRH chase 181 six balls down at the time. It was a match winning partnership with Heinrich Klaasen which was vital for Sunrisers Hyderabad. Speaking of the batsman

The 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup , the tenth edition of the prestigious tournament, is set to be hosted by the England and Wales Cricket Board from June 12 to July 5, 2026. Returning to England, which also hosted the inaugural edition in 2009, the tournament will feature 12 teams competing in 33 matches across seven venues. Defending champions New Zealand will look to retain their crown in an expanded competition that also marks the Netherlands maiden appearance at the Womens T20 World Cup. Che

Chennai Super Kings: Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach James Franklin described Ishan Kishan's mature 70 against Chennai Super Kings as probably his best innings of IPL 2026 after Sunrisers Hyderabad sealed a playoff spot following a five-wicket win in Chepauk. Chasing 181 on a slow surface in the M.A. Chidambaram stadium, SRH recovered from the early loss of Travis Head but were rescued by an excellent 75-run stand between Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen which came off only 41 deliveries. Kishan

Chennai Super Kings: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch has thrown his support behind Ruturaj Gaikwad, insisting the Chennai Super Kings skipper should not be judged solely on one challenging IPL campaign. Finch's comments came after CSK suffered a five-wicket defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad at Chepauk, a result that confirmed SRH's qualification for the IPL 2026 playoffs. It's important not to judge a player or a captain based on just one season because T20 cricket can be extremely demanding an

Chennai Super Kings: Sunrisers Hyderabad bowling coach Varun Aaron praised young bowlers Praful Hinge and Sakib Husain after teams secured their spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs with a five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk. In a discussion on JioHotstar SRH bowling coach Aaron attributed the duos growth this season to their eagerness and hard work. A lot of credit goes to Praful Hinge and Sakib Husain because both of them are very eager to learn and aim to play for India, Aaron said.

Chennai Super Kings: Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin believes that Ruturaj Gaikwad's batting has been affected by his new role as captain. This comes as the Chennai Super Kings work through a transition phase after MS Dhoni's departure. Speaking on JioHotstar after CSK's five-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad at Chepauk, Ashwin discussed the challenges the team is facing now that SRH secured a playoff spot with their win. Chennai Super Kings are clearly in a transition phase in the p

Indian Premier League: As we draw closer to the end of the league stage in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, the race for the playoffs has gotten quite interesting. With RCB, GT, and SRH having already booked their places in the top 4, there is now just one remaining spot for which five teams are battling it out. RCB was the first team to officially book their spot after a convincing win against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala on Sunday. SRH booked their spot the next day after a victory over Chennai

Chennai Super Kings: Stephen Fleming has thrown his weight behind Ruturaj Gaikwad as the future captain of Chennai Super Kings, while admitting that the opener has not been able to produce the kind of batting returns expected from him in IPL 2026. Following CSKs five-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on Monday, Fleming said Gaikwad still had areas to improve as a batter even though he continued to grow into the leadership role. I think Ruturaj can do more, Fleming said. He's done mor

Chennai Super Kings: Ishan Kishan said that belief and patience were key to Sunrisers Hyderabad's successful chase against Chennai Super Kings. He admitted that the pitch in Chennai was tough for batting, even though SRH managed to win. Kishan led the chase with a steady 70 off 47 balls as SRH pursued 181 runs. He guided the innings through challenging middle overs and set the stage for victory. It was just about being there, believing in yourself, Kishan said after the match. Sometimes the situ

Chennai Super Kings: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins credited Ishan Kishan for playing a mature and match-winning innings after SRH defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Monday. Chasing 181 runs, Sunrisers Hyderabad completed the chase in 19 overs with Kishan anchoring the innings brilliantly with 70 runs off 47 balls. Heinrich Klaasen also played a crucial knock of 47 as SRH secured an

Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad praised his teams fighting effort despite suffering a five-wicket defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 63 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Monday. The loss daunted five-time champion CSKs playoff hopes, while Sunrisers Hyderabad booked their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs after successfully chasing down 181 with six balls to spare. Speaking after the match, Gaikwad said CSK remained