The Times of India

Ishan Kishan, Player of the Match, revealed his simple approach after Sunrisers Hyderabad's thrilling chase of 229. He emphasized batting freedom and confidence, crediting openers Head and Abhishek for a strong powerplay. Kishan, who shared a crucial partnership with Abhishek, downplayed his current form, stating his best is yet to come.

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has claimed the IPL 2026 Orange Cap, surpassing Virat Kohli with a blistering 103 off 37 balls. His explosive innings, featuring a 15-ball fifty and a 36-ball century, propelled Rajasthan Royals to a massive total. Sooryavanshi now leads the charts with 357 runs at an exceptional strike rate.

Ngidi suffered a head injury while trying to take a catch of Punjab Kings opener Priyansh Arya at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday and had to be taken off the field in an ambulance before being shifted to hospital.

Dropped catches significantly impacted a high-scoring Indian Premier League match. Delhi Capitals' Karun Nair missed chances off Shreyas Iyer, who went on to score heavily. Punjab Kings' Shashank Singh also dropped KL Rahul, who registered a record-breaking score. These missed opportunities allowed batters to capitalize, contributing to a massive run chase and ultimately influencing the game's outcome.

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel expressed frustration after his team's fielding lapses, including dropped catches, led to a defeat despite posting a massive 264/2. Shreyas Iyer, surviving two dropped chances, guided Punjab Kings to a six-wicket victory, highlighting the need for the team to seize crucial moments and back their bowlers.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a stunning response to Praful Hinge. Sooryavanshi smashed four consecutive sixes in the opening over. This powerful start set the tone for his innings. He reached his half-century in just 15 balls. This marked his third such rapid fifty this IPL season. Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins returned to action after recovering from a back issue.

Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful run chase in IPL history, chasing down a colossal 264 against Delhi Capitals. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh provided a blistering start, followed by a match-winning unbeaten 71 from captain Shreyas Iyer, securing a six-wicket victory with seven balls to spare.

Punjab Kings openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh delivered a record-breaking powerplay performance. They chased Delhi Capitals' huge total with an explosive start. The duo raced to 100 in just 5.2 overs. By the end of the powerplay, Punjab reached 116 without loss. This set the stage for a remarkable chase.

Prabhsimran Singh etched his name in IPL history by becoming the third batter to hit six boundaries in a single over, achieving the feat against Delhi Capitals' Mukesh Kumar. This rare accomplishment follows similar exploits by Ajinkya Rahane and Prithvi Shaw. Singh's explosive 76 off 26 balls showcased his aggressive batting.

Pat Cummins is set to return for Sunrisers Hyderabad's IPL 2026 fixture against Rajasthan Royals after recovering from a back injury. He expressed his eagerness to play again, praising Ishan Kishan's captaincy despite a humorous jab at his toss record. Cummins also lauded the exceptional performances of SRH's young fast bowlers in the challenging IPL format.

KL Rahul unleashed a sensational unbeaten 152, a record for an Indian in the IPL, as Delhi Capitals posted a colossal 264/2 against Punjab Kings. Supported by Nitish Rana's 91, their 220-run partnership powered DC to their highest-ever total. Rahul's fiery knock featured 16 fours and nine sixes, marking his fastest century.

The incident happened in the third over of Punjab Kings' chase when Arya played a slash at a full ball on the stumps off Axar Patel. The ball went high towards mid-off, where Ngidi ran back to complete the catch.

KL Rahul achieved a historic milestone with an unbeaten 152 for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings. This remarkable innings is the third-highest individual score in IPL history. Rahul's performance, aided by dropped catches, powered Delhi to a commanding total. He partnered with Nitish Rana for a significant second-wicket stand, setting a new franchise record.

KL Rahul smashed a brilliant IPL century, his sixth, off just 47 balls against Punjab Kings. Capitalizing on two dropped catches, Rahul, supported by Nitish Rana's unbeaten 72, forged a record 185-run partnership. This landmark knock places Rahul among IPL's top centurions and highlights his unique achievement of scoring centuries for three different franchises.

KL Rahul and Nitish Rana delivered a batting spectacle, forging a record 150+ run partnership for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings. Rahul's explosive century, coupled with Rana's rapid half-century and a massive 28-run over, powered DC to a commanding position. This dominant display rewrote DC's record books.

Shashank Singh dropped a crucial catch of KL Rahul off Arshdeep Singh's bowling in the IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings. The Punjab fielder, who had a similar lapse in the previous match, grassed a sitter at deep square leg. Rahul, on 12, went on to capitalize on the reprieve.

Gujarat Titans faced a defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Captain Shubman Gill's bowling strategy drew criticism. Mohammed Siraj, a key bowler, was not utilized in a crucial phase. This decision allowed Royal Challengers Bengaluru to secure a comfortable chase. The loss highlights Gujarat Titans' death-over execution issues and the importance of trusting main bowlers in critical moments.

KL Rahul has etched his name in IPL history, surpassing MS Dhoni on the all-time run-scorers list with a boundary. He now holds the sixth position, and has also outscored Dhoni in most 50-plus scores as a wicketkeeper-batter. Suresh Raina is the next milestone for the in-form batsman.

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel won the toss and chose to bat against table-toppers Punjab Kings. Patel acknowledged his team's avoidable mistakes, aiming to post a strong total and defend it on a dry, hot pitch. Both sides fielded unchanged XIs, with Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer emphasizing staying in the moment and continuous improvement.

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed that fans will be allowed to attend the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 final in Lahore on May 3, following approval from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This decision comes after earlier matches were played behind closed doors due to fuel price concerns and government-advised austerity measures.

The PSL 2026 season saw another bizarre moment as the match ball turned red during a Karachi Kings game due to dye from jerseys, repeating an earlier pink-ball incident. Marnus Labuschagne had said, What's going on? The ball is red. Despite the controversy, David Warner (63*) and Khushdil Shah (44) led Karachi to a five-wicket win over Lahore Qalandars.

Virat Kohli's dropped catch in the first over proved costly for Gujarat Titans as he went on to score a match-winning 81. His stellar performance, coupled with Devdutt Padikkal's 55, powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket victory. Krunal Pandya's late cameo sealed the chase, propelling RCB to second in the IPL 2026 standings.

S Sreesanth has cut ties with Harbhajan Singh after the IPL slapgate row resurfaced. Upset over an ad linked to the incident, he said, I'll forgive but I'll never forget. Sreesanth added, I have no relationship with that person, blocked him on social media, and called his public image an act.

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed with a helicopter shot in a Rajasthan Royals net session, sparking viral attention. In IPL 2026, the 15-year-old prodigy continues his aggressive form, recently becoming the fastest to 500 IPL runs, though he faced a rare setback with a low score and maiden over.

A pre-match mascot scuffle at the Pakistan Super League's Karachi Kings vs. Lahore Qalandars clash sparked amusement and debate. Captains Warner and Afridi were seen laughing as commentator Ramiz Raja provided hilarious, witty commentary, even joking about the rivalry. While some fans found the staged act unnecessary, others enjoyed the light-hearted build-up.

Gaganjeet Bhullar wore a smile as he stepped off the 18th greens of the immaculate Serapong course with a birdie. Fairways found, tick, greens in regulation met, tick, putts converted, tick. Its as if the first round was replayed on Friday until the 14th and 15th, where he dropped his first bogeys of the tournament.

India on Friday officially submitted its Expression of Interest (EOI) to the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) to host the 2038 Asian Games, with Ahmedabad once again emerging as the front runner to host the event.

KL Rahul is on the cusp of a significant IPL milestone. He requires just 13 runs in tonight's match to overtake MS Dhoni in the all-time run-scorers list. Rahul has shown a more aggressive batting approach this season. Surpassing Dhoni will place him sixth in IPL history. His next target will be Suresh Raina.

Star pacer Mitchell Starc has joined the Delhi Capitals camp after recovering from shoulder and elbow injuries sustained during the Ashes and BBL. While he won't play against Punjab Kings on April 25, Starc is slated to debut on May 1 against Rajasthan Royals, bolstering the team for the remainder of IPL 2026.

It was a balmy Friday in Mumbai, and the CK Nayudu Hall at the Brabourne Stadium got warmer with emotion as members of the Legends Club congregated to celebrate Sachin Tendulkars 53rd birthday.

In the past few years, since embracing the demands of captaincy, Iyer has not only shown how able a leader he can be, but also as a batter who has dominated seasons while balancing the dual roles of anchor and aggressor.

At a time when Indian cricket is scaling new heights on the global stage, vice-president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Rajeev Shukla, shares insights into the system driving this sustained success. In a conversation with Fazal Khan, Shukla speaks about the depth of Indias talent pool, the role of structured domestic platforms, and the impact of leagues like the IPL.

Former cricketer Tanmay Srivastava will debut as an on-field umpire in IPL 2026 during Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals on April 28, marking a full-circle moment after playing for Punjab in 2008. The first from Uttar Pradesh in this role, he previously served as a fourth umpire. A former U-19 World Cup winner, he transitioned from playing and coaching to officiating, now set to oversee multiple matches this season.

Punjab Kings are on a six-match unbeaten streak five wins and a no result in the ongoing IPL. Two more wins would equal their best-ever run from 13 years ago. Their next opponents, Delhi Capitals, are on the opposite end of the momentum scale.

Mohammad Kaif praised Virat Kohli for crossing 300 IPL sixes, saying, Kohli isn't a natural six-hitter but he worked on his game highlighting his adaptability. Kohli (81) and Devdutt Padikkal (55) then led RCBs chase of 206. Kohli said, His innings was the difference as their partnership sealed victory over GT.

In an IPL 2026 match, Suyash Sharma dismissed Shubman Gill (32) and mocked him by copying his bow down celebration, thrilling the Chinnaswamy crowd. Sai Sudharsan smashed a century, helping Gujarat Titans post 205 after a strong opening stand. However, Virat Kohli (81) and Devdutt Padikkal (55) stitched a quick partnership, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket win in 18.5 overs.

Mumbai were outplayed as Sanju Samson scored an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls, hitting 10 fours and six sixes at a strike rate of 187.04. Samson reached his century on the last ball of the innings with a six as CSK finished on 207/6 in 20 overs.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a crucial victory over Gujarat Titans, chasing down 206 with an 18.5-over finish. Virat Kohli's explosive 81, coupled with Devdutt Padikkal's 55, proved decisive after GT faltered in the death overs, failing to capitalize on a strong start. A dropped catch early on proved costly for the Titans.

Chasing 206, RCB got an early setback when Jacob Bethell was dismissed quickly. After that, Kohli and Devdutt took control and added 115 runs for the second wicket, putting the home side in a strong position.

Virat Kohli has achieved another IPL milestone, surpassing 300 sixes in the league. He now joins the elite club of Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharma, becoming the third player to reach this mark. Kohli's remarkable consistency continues to etch his name in IPL history, further solidifying his legendary status.

Gujarat Titans suffered a crucial defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after dropping Virat Kohli on duck. Kohli capitalized on the reprieve, smashing 81 off 44 balls and becoming the first player to hit 800 IPL fours. His record-breaking innings propelled him further up the all-time run-scorers list.

The world No. 2 shared the update on X on Friday, saying he and his team decided it was best to avoid rushing his comeback after the injury he suffered during the Barcelona Open earlier this month.

Virat Kohli has etched his name further in IPL history, becoming the first player to hit 800 fours during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's match against Gujarat Titans. The star batter achieved this milestone, adding to his impressive record of 8,915 runs in 274 matches. This achievement solidifies his status as one of the league's greatest batters.

With Sudharsans hundred, RCB became the team to concede the most individual centuries in IPL history.

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan forged a remarkable 128-run opening partnership for Gujarat Titans against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Sudharsan shone with a brilliant century, his 100 off 58 balls powering the team's strong start. Gill played a crucial supporting role, allowing Sudharsan to dominate the scoring. This stand marks a significant achievement for the Titans.

A net bowler suffered a serious injury during a practice session at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, just before the IPL clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings. Footage shows medical staff attending to the player, who was then taken to the hospital by ambulance.

The GT opener reached the milestone in just 47 innings, going past Chris Gayle, who had taken 48 innings to get to 2,000 IPL runs.