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Sunil Gavaskar criticised long IPL match durations, blaming frequent on-field entry of reserve players and staff for delays. Despite BCCI penalties, games often exceed four hours. He called such scenes unnecessary and urged stricter limits on field access. Gavaskar also stressed discipline, citing Richie Benaud, and suggested reducing batter readiness time and enforcing penalties to speed up play.

Hasan said he feels extra motivation while playing against India and wants to attack their bowlers. He also said he dislikes every bowler in the Indian team.

At an NRAI event in Delhi, Manu Bhaker was asked about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, sparking online criticism for shifting focus from her Olympic achievements. Bhaker emphasized mentorship, saying age doesnt limit talent. Social media, including Joy Bhattacharjya, called the question unfair and cricket-centric. Meanwhile, Sooryavanshi continues to shine, becoming the youngest to 1,000 T20 runs and emerging as a promising future star for India.

Virat Kohli became the first batter to cross 9,000 IPL runs, further cementing his legacy of consistency and dominance. Irfan Pathan said the milestone is just a stepping stone for Kohli. At Arun Jaitley Stadium, Kohli played an unbeaten, match-winning knock. With eight centuries, strong form, and Orange Cap contention, he remains central to RCBs success this season and their strong playoff push.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a dominant nine-wicket win against Delhi Capitals. They chased down a target of 76 in just 6.3 overs. This victory marks the second-highest margin in IPL history by balls remaining. Pacers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood set up the demolition. Virat Kohli remained unbeaten to seal the clinical chase.

Sabastian Sawe shattered the two-hour marathon barrier twice at the London Marathon, clocking an astonishing 1:59:30. This historic achievement, alongside other sub-two-hour performances, was influenced by advancements in super shoes, ideal weather conditions, and exceptional pacing. The author, inspired by these feats, is motivated to push their own limits.

However, the Delhi skipper did not agree that there was too much swing on offer, even after Bhuvneshwars inswinger bowled debutant Sahil Parakh. I wasn't surprised, they are world class bowlers, they swing it every ground, but if our openers or top order had played them out then the result might have been different.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar's exceptional 3-wicket haul for 5 runs propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant victory over Delhi Capitals. This stellar performance saw him claim the IPL 2026 Purple Cap with 14 wickets. The match was largely decided by a devastating powerplay spell from Bhuvneshwar and Hazlewood, which reduced DC to 13 for 6.

Capitals were going at a rate of nearly a-run-a-wicket before they finished the Powerplay at 13/6. Call it the worst batting performance in the Powerplay or the best spell of fast bowling in a Powerplay, those six overs served as a staunch reminder of how cricket can be a great leveller.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru continued their dominant IPL 2026 campaign, securing a commanding nine-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals. This win propelled RCB to 12 points, consolidating their second position and narrowing the gap with league leaders Punjab Kings. The emphatic performance also significantly boosted RCB's Net Run Rate, now the best in the tournament.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar achieved a significant IPL milestone, taking his 20th three-wicket haul to join Jasprit Bumrah as the only pacers with 20 or more such performances. This came during a devastating powerplay spell where he, along with Josh Hazlewood, ripped through the Delhi Capitals' batting lineup, leaving them stunned at 8 for 6.

South Africa secured a dominant 4-1 series victory over India in their Women's T20I series, clinching the final match by 23 runs. Skipper Laura Wolvaardt was the star, remaining unbeaten on 92, while disciplined bowling restricted India's chase. The win highlights South Africa's strength and India's ongoing batting inconsistencies.

Delhi Capitals endured a historic batting collapse, mirroring a 2011 ignominy on April 27th. Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacers ruthlessly reduced DC to a staggering 8 for 6 within four overs, marking the lowest powerplay score in a full IPL match. This dramatic implosion saw six wickets fall inside the first six overs, a feat previously achieved by Kochi Tuskers Kerala.

Mumbai Indians' IPL 2026 campaign has been hit by the injury of all-rounder Mitchell Santner, who is out for the season with a shoulder injury. South African Keshav Maharaj has been signed as his replacement. MI, currently ninth in the standings, hopes Maharaj's experience will help revive their struggling season.

It became the lowest powerplay score in a full IPL match.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacers delivered a ruthless performance, dismantling Delhi Capitals' batting line-up to a record-breaking 8 for 6 on Monday. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood took multiple wickets early, leaving DC shell-shocked and setting a new IPL low for the sixth wicket. RCB's bowlers exploited movement and pressure to perfection.

Eighteen-year-old Sahil Parakh makes his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, opening alongside KL Rahul against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday. The left-handed batter, who also bowls leg-spin, impressed for India Under-19 and was acquired by DC for Rs 30 lakh. Skipper Axar Patel confirmed Parakh replaces Pathum Nissanka at the top.

Bangladesh secured a six-wicket win against New Zealand in the opening T20I. Towhid Hridoy played a match-winning unbeaten innings of 51. Bangladesh chased down New Zealand's total of 182 with two overs to spare. Rishad Hossain took two crucial wickets for Bangladesh. The three-match series now sees Bangladesh leading 1-0.

Punjab Kings are dominating IPL 2026, leading the table with six wins from seven matches. Their batting prowess, with Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer in top form, is the driving force behind their success. Meanwhile, spinner Yuzvendra Chahal humorously requested an opening batting chance from co-owner Preity Zinta, despite a quiet season with the ball.

Chennai Super Kings, facing injury setbacks in IPL 2026, have invited Mumbai's young batting allrounder Ayush Vartak for mid-season trials. Vartak, a prolific scorer in age-group cricket, will travel to Chennai after impressing with his batting prowess, including numerous sixes in recent tournaments.

Delhi are expected to make changes in their bowling attack for the match against RCB.

Rajasthan Royals shared the video on their social media platforms, showing the 15-year-old batter having some fun with two children who came up to him for a picture.

Throwdown specialists play a crucial role in preparing batters for high-speed deliveries and getting in the volume for skill-based sessions directed at fine tuning a particular shot. The Delhi Capitals employ Aniket Berde, Darshan, and Sai Pendam, each with unique backgrounds and skills. Their journeys reveal resilience, adaptation, and the evolving significance of throwdown experts in modern cricket.

Dropped catches proved costly in IPL 2026, impacting multiple matches. KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer capitalized on lifelines, leading to massive scores and altered game outcomes. Fielding errors by Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals, including dropped chances by Karun Nair and Aniket Verma, significantly influenced the results of high-scoring thrillers.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is electrifying the cricket world with his fearless batting. Following a record-breaking 175 in the U19 World Cup final, he's now dominating IPL 2026, recently hitting a 37-ball century. His explosive performances have even led to humorous suggestions of him using an AI chip in his bat, highlighting his extraordinary talent.

Virat Kohli is just 11 runs away from becoming the first player to reach 9000 IPL runs ahead of Delhi Capitals clash. With 328 runs this season, he continues his remarkable consistency. Dinesh Karthik praised Kohlis ability to reinvent himself and his disciplined preparation, calling it a learning experience for younger players.

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After an 18-year wait, Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their maiden IPL title, defeating Punjab Kings by six runs. All-rounder Krunal Pandya expressed immense emotion, dedicating the historic victory to the passionate RCB fans and long-serving player Virat Kohli, who was visibly moved by the triumph.

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Magnus Carlsen won the Chess.com Open, while Denis Lazavik beat Nihal Sarin, leaving no Indian qualified yet for the Esports World Cup 2026, as of yet. Extra qualification spots dont pass down, increasing pressure on Sarin. He remains Indias one of the besthopes, with chances through circuit rankings and qualifiers in the evolving esports chess format.

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Angkrish Raghuvanshi was fined 20% of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during Kolkata Knight Riders clash with Lucknow Super Giants. He reacted angrily after an obstructing-the-field dismissal. Despite the incident, KKR won a Super Over thriller, thanks to Rinku Singhs unbeaten 83.

Delhi is buzzing with excitement for the IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with fans eager to see Virat Kohli play at his home ground. To accommodate the massive turnout, the Delhi Metro has extended train services on April 27, ensuring a smooth return for spectators after the night match.

Krunal Pandya has stood out for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026 by adapting brilliantly in a batter-dominated game. With clever variations, bouncers, and sharp tactics, he has handled all match situations. Despite higher economy, his fearless approach and innovation have impressed, with Dinesh Karthik calling him a trend-setter redefining finger-spin. Krunal now aims for an India comeback.

Rinku Singh starred in Kolkata Knight Riderss thrilling win over Lucknow Super Giants, scoring an unbeaten 83 and taking four catches. Sunil Narine sealed the Super Over by conceding just one run. After the match, a viral video showed Rinku correcting his sister from bhaiya to brother while praising Narine, leaving everyone laughing.

Over 240 CCTV cameras at M Chinnaswamy Stadium were rendered non-functional on April 24. This disruption affected security surveillance during the IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. Two individuals working for a sub-vendor were apprehended. They allegedly damaged Network Video Recorder systems and fibre connections. The accused claimed non-payment of dues as the reason for their actions.

Rishabh Pants struggles as Lucknow Super Giants captain continued after a fifth straight loss, with poor home results and 14 defeats in 22 games. Former Indian player Wasim Jaffer suggested appointing Aiden Markram as captain, saying leadership pressure is affecting Pants batting and that he should focus solely on playing.

Sports Authority of India has suspended PT Paulose, a former Olympian, and transferred him following sexual harassment allegations by a coach. An inquiry is underway. This incident echoes past concerns about athlete welfare at SAI centres, including a 2015 suicide attempt by rowers and recent student deaths in Kerala.

Rinku Singh starred in Kolkata Knight Riders Super Over win over Lucknow Super Giants, scoring an unbeaten 83 and excelling in the field. The performance was emotional, dedicated to his late father, as shared by fiance Priya Saroj. He smashed four sixes late, helped force a tie, contributed in the Super Over, and hit the winning boundary, earning Player of the Match honors.