IPL 2026: Very Happy To Get The Momentum, Says Gill After GT Secure Top Two Finish

Chennai Super Kings: Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill said he was delighted to see his side regain momentum at the right time, after sealing a toptwo finish in IPL 2026 with a thumping 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday. GTs huge win was set up by Gill, B Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler hitting fifties, while Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Rashid Khan picked three wickets each. Very important going into the playoffs. Very happy to get the momentum. If I look at the games, even the first couple of games, we were getting close, and it was about adding that extra 5 percent, which we got in the Delhi game. Very happy with the way I am batting. Whenever you get out, you feel you could do more. Yes, the fielding was better than in the last game. When you are playing such an intense game, the emotions come out. Neck is fine. It is about keeping up with the good things we are doing, and that is the key thing for us. After 12 games, we were at number one but lost the last two games and could not finish in the top two. Very grateful for the fans that turn up and support us, said Gill at the conclusion of the game. Player of the Match Siraj said he had worked hard to rediscover his rhythm with the new ball. The ball is coming out nicely. I was sitting out for most games in the World Cup, and I was working hard in the nets. I wasn't bowling well in the first few games, but I have gotten my rhythm back. I work on everything from my rhythm, yorkers, and bowling at different phases. On a red soil pitch, I would always try to get Sanju (Samson) driving. I don't try much and keep things simple, even if I can keep the pressure, then Rabada can pick the wickets. Player of the Match Siraj said he had worked hard to rediscover his rhythm with the new ball. The ball is coming out nicely. I was sitting out for most games in the World Cup, and I was working hard in the nets. I wasn't bowling well in the first few games, but I have gotten my rhythm back. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It's about doing your best every game, no matter how you feel. As long as you rock up and are not afraid of being competitive, that's all I try to do. I've bowled in all three phases. For me, it's whatever the coach and team require of me. We've got a while now. Feet up, I guess, get stuck in your hotel room, watch some series, and hit the ground running (for Qualifier 1). Article Source: IANS

IPL 2026: Not Many People Buy The Fact That We Are A Young Team In Transition, Says Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted the franchise is in a phase of transition with several inexperienced players, even as he expressed pride in the units effort despite missing out on the playoffs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 in Ahmedabad on Thursday. CSKs chances of entering the playoffs ended with them suffering their heaviest defeat in the IPL by 89 runs against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday. Not many people buy the fact that we are a young team in transition, with a lot of inexperienced players. More than 8-10 players have played less than 20 games; they've gotten exposure, and we've found out what areas we're lacking. We still have six away wins, and I'm proud of the unit. We missed out on chasing in Hyderabad and couldn't restrict them in Chennai. Not able to do that, but still proud. Moving on from Rahane, Rayudu, etc., the experience we had is tough... Karthik, Urvil, and Brevis, who missed out initially, are there. Karthik has potential and has areas to improve. Urvil's playing a full season for the first time, that comes with expectations, said Gaikwad at the conclusion of the game. Reflecting on the season, Gaikwad said injuries to Nathan Ellis, Khaleel Ahmed, Ayush Mhatre, Ramakrishna Ghosh, and Jamie Overton unsettled the side at various stages, while admitting the bowlers werent great in Ahmedabad. We wanted to chase whatever the total is asap. When you're chasing 230, it's not easy against that bowling attack. I thought, why don't we give it a shot and express ourselves, credit to them. The wicket was spongy to start, and they started well. Our bowling wasn't good in the Power-play. Hard to stop their openers. We had our chance to restrict them to under 200, but failed to do so. Reflecting on the season, Gaikwad said injuries to Nathan Ellis, Khaleel Ahmed, Ayush Mhatre, Ramakrishna Ghosh, and Jamie Overton unsettled the side at various stages, while admitting the bowlers werent great in Ahmedabad. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Asked about MS Dhonis future, who didnt play a single game due to calf and thumb injuries, Gaikwad said, You and I'll get to know it next year. It's a hard miss for us. He can come in those late overs and change the game just by staying in the crease. Never know about next season, but really happy with the guys we have. Article Source: IANS

Gujarat Titans knock out CSK and seal top-two finish

The top order and their bowlers all came to the party as GT closed out their league stage in style

IPL 2026: Siraj, Rabada, Rashid Pick Three Wickets Apiece As GT Seal Top-two Finish, Knock Out CSK

Chennai Super Kings: Mohammed Siraj, Kagiso Rabada, and Rashid Khan picked three wickets each as Gujarat Titans (GT) thrashed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 89 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday, and sealed a top-two finish in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 points table. The result also meant five-time champions CSK have been eliminated from the race to the playoffs. After fifties from B. Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, and Jos Buttler took GT to 229/4, the bowlers ran through the CSK batting line-up to dismiss them for just 140 all out in 13.4 overs. Siraj (3-26) and Rabada (3-32) were stellar with the new ball yet again, while Rashid chipped in with 3-18. Starting from the word do, CSKs chase never got going. Sanju Samson fell on the first ball, edging off Siraj behind to Jos Buttler. Ruturaj Gaikwad briefly countered with a four and two sixes, but Siraj struck again in the second over by castling him for 16. Urvil Patel followed soon after, caught at deep square leg for a two-ball duck, leaving CSK tottering at 31/3. Matthew Short tried to inject momentum with a brisk 24, but Rabada removed him in the fifth over. Kartik Sharma and Dewald Brevis attempted to rebuild, but a direct hit from Gill ran the former out for 19. At 63/5, CSK were staring at the ignominy of being bowled out for a sub-100 score. But Shivam Dube launched a spirited counterattack, smashing four fours and as many sixes in his 17-ball 47. But Rashid Khans introduction ended his fightback, as Dube miscued a lofted shot and Gill pulled off a stunning diving catch at extra cover. Rashid then dismissed Anshul Kamboj (19) and Dewald Brevis (8), while Rabada took out Noor Ahmad and Spencer Johnson to end CSKs misery and hand GT a thumping victory to sign off from the league stage on a high. The result confirms GTs place in the top two; it gives them the cushion of an extra chance of playing the final in Ahmedabad on May 31. But Shivam Dube launched a spirited counterattack, smashing four fours and as many sixes in his 17-ball 47. But Rashid Khans introduction ended his fightback, as Dube miscued a lofted shot and Gill pulled off a stunning diving catch at extra cover. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gujarat Titans 229/4 in 20 overs (B. Sai Sudharsan 84, Shubman Gill 64, Mukesh Choudhary 1-36, Spencer Johnson 1-47) beat Chennai Super Kings 140 all out in 13.4 overs (Shivam Dube 47, Matthew Short 24; Mohammed Siraj 3-26, Kagiso Rabada 3-32) by 89 runs Article Source: IANS

SRH vs RCB Match 67, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Predictio

SRH vs RCB Match 67 , Cricket Tips :Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are two of the three teams to make it through to the playoffs. These two will be up against each other now in the upcoming contest of the IPL 2026. They will step on the field on Friday at 7:30 PM IST at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. RCB are at the top of the points table with 18 points, and SRH are placed third with 16. Both teams have been excellent with the form, and they are two in-form batting groups. RCB have beaten SRH in the first game of the season and will be hoping to replicate that performance. For SRH, they will be in to level it up. SRH vs RCB: Match Details Date : May 22, 2026 (Friday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad SRH vs RCB Live Streaming Details Indian fans can switch to Star Sports Networks to watch the SRH vs RCB clash. Meanwhile, fans can catch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. SRH vs RCB Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 27 SRH : 14 RCB : 12 No - Result : 01 SRH vs RCB: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in Hyderabad is expected to do well for the batters. The wicket has been flat and good for high totals. Batters have enjoyed their time here, and we might see another 200 thrillers. There is good bounce and pace for the bowlers, but not much movement. SRH vs RCB Possible XIs SRH : Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan (wk), Heinrich Klaasen, Nitish Reddy, Salil Arora, Pat Cummins (c), Shivang Kumar, Eshan Malinga, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge RCB : Jacob Bethell, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar , Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Rashik Salem Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood SRH vs RCB Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Virat Kohli and Ishan Kishan are two in-form batters who have played match-winning knocks in recent matches. They will be big wickets in this game. Probable Best Bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Eshan Malinga are premier bowlers for both teams. They are performing well and are in wicket-taking form. Today Match Prediction : Both teams are solid, but RCB have a better bowling attack. Hence, we predict Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win this game. SRH vs RCB Match 67, IPL 2026, Today 2026 Match, SRH vs RCB 2026 Prediction, SRH vs RCB Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SRH vs RCB Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.

Every Cricketer Faces Tough Times; Rishabh Pant Will Return Stronger, Says Kiran More

Beyond Reach Premier League: Former India wicketkeeper and chief selector Kiran More has backed wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant to overcome his lean run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, insisting that his resilience and courage will ensure he will make a strong comeback from a phase that happens to every cricketer. Mores comments come after Pants horrid time continued with him being replaced by KL Rahul as Indias vice-captain in Tests, while losing the second keeper slot to Ishan Kishan in the ODIs for the games against Afghanistan in June. So far, Pant has made just 286 runs in 13 matches in IPL 2026, where under his leadership, Lucknow Super Giants are at the bottom spot on the points table. Add to it, he faced flak for using the F-word live on television after LSG lost to the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. No, its nothing like that, I am not disappointed at all. Pant is in the team, and I am very happy. He is a fighter, a player with immense courage, has a big heart, and he has performed exceptionally well (by) winning (Test) matches singlehandedly. I have worked quite closely with him, and I know him very well. Every cricketer goes through a phase like this; you pass through such times. So I think there will definitely be a great comeback, and a strong comeback. When his life was saved, and he returned to the team, he performed so well, so this (current phase) is nothing compared to that, More told IANS on Thursday. Turning to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has scored 579 runs in 13 matches for Rajasthan Royals and is leading the run-scoring charts with a staggering strike rate of 236.32, More described him as a rare talent. No, look, he is a special player, and God has created and sent him, so I think it's a great thing that he sent him to India. You will keep watching him, as he will score a lot of runs in the future. Turning to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has scored 579 runs in 13 matches for Rajasthan Royals and is leading the run-scoring charts with a staggering strike rate of 236.32, More described him as a rare talent. Also Read: Live Cricket Score More also spoke about the launch of the Beyond Reach Premier League, aimed at tennisball cricketers, for which trials were held under his supervision in Ghaziabad. This is a special league, and we want to do something different. This was our first trial, and a lot of boys showed up for this, and we got to see some very interesting talent. Article Source: IANS