Fleming hopeful Brevis will be fit for CSK's next game against Delhi Capitals
The South African batter has missed CSK's first three games of IPL 2026
IPL: Virat Kohli scripts history, breaks Rohit Sharma's record to ...
Playing at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru opener went past Rohit Sharma to take his total against CSK to 1,174 runs. Kohli needed just two runs at the start of the match to break Rohits record of 1,161 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders, and reached the mark in the first over.
There Is Never A Perfect Match: LSG Captain Rishabh Pant Gives Reality-Check Despite Win Over SRH
Rishabh Pant was relieved after answering to early-season pressure with an unbeaten 68 as Lucknow Super Giants beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by five wickets to register their first win of IPL 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka won hearts with a brilliant gesture for skipper Rishabh Pant after his team's victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday.
Rishabh Pant, Mohammed Shami Excel Under Pressure As LSG Beat SRH To Achieve 1st Win Of IPL 2026
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) opened their account in IPL 2026 with a victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Sunday.
Sanjiv Goenka's Emotional Reaction As Rishabh Pant Leads LSG To Thrilling Win vs SRH
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka was emotional as his side clinched a narrow win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Sunday.
Overton returns as win-less CSK bowl vs unchanged RCB
Gaikwad opted to bowl on a fresh Bengaluru pitch and said that MS Dhoni, who is nursing a calf injury, is recovering well
Shami sets LSG's victory up before Pant fifty takes them past SRH
Fifties from Klaasen and Nitish took SRH from 26 for 4 to 156, but Pant carried LSG home
Certanity continues winning streak by winning the Kamareddy Plate
Shami sizzles, Pant dazzles as LSG opens points account with thrilling last over win
Hyderabad: Mohammed Shami asked probing questions not only to Sunrisers Hyderabad batters but also to the national selection committee with an opening spell for ages while skipper Rishabh Pant upped his game when it mattered to headline Lucknow Super Giants thrilling five-wicket victory in an IPL match on Sunday, April 5. In a spell that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
MS Dhoni misses match against RCB; captain Ruturaj Gaikwad reveals when the CSK icon could return
MS Dhoni is currently out of action for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. He is recovering from a calf strain. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad stated Dhoni is progressing slowly. The team is taking a cautious approach to his return. Fans eagerly await his comeback. Dhoni's influence remains strong within the squad.
IPL 2026: Pants mature 68 powers LSG to five-wicket win over SRH
Mohammed Shami's exceptional opening spell choked Sunrisers Hyderabad, but a strong recovery led by Klaasen and Reddy set a competitive target. Rishabh Pant anchored Lucknow Super Giants' chase, guiding them to a thrilling five-wicket victory with a composed unbeaten half-century in the final over.
India BJK Cup team on loneliness on tour, street food, and social media abuse
India BJK Cup team on loneliness on tour, street food, and social media abuse
ISL | Aimen scores against former club as SC Delhi beats Blasters
KBFC finishes the match with 10 men after Dohling gets reprimanded for committing a rash challenge in the 85th minute
IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant, Mohammed Shami take LSG to 5-wicket win over SRH
Lucknow Super Giants secured a five-wicket victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Rishabh Pant played a captain's knock with an unbeaten 68. Mohammed Shami's early bowling spell proved effective. Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy provided resistance for Hyderabad. Pant's responsible batting guided Lucknow to the target in the final over.
CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and opted to bowl first against RCB in match number 11 of IPL 2026.
MS Dhoni not playing vs RCB: When could he return for CSK?
MS Dhoni will miss CSKs IPL 2026 clash against RCB due to a calf strain, with the team struggling after two losses. While RCB enter confidently, CSK feel his absence. The franchise said hell miss two weeks, though coach Stephen Fleming stressed his strong off-field influence. Dhoni could return against KKR on April 14, or later fixtures if recovery takes longer.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings Live Score Updates, IPL 2026: Head-to-Head
Damage from Storm Dave causes indefinite delay to Durham's season opener
Play suspended and spectators told to stay away after heavy overnight winds batter North-East
Sanjiv Goenka goes viral after LSGs bowling carnage leaves SRH reeling
Sanjiv Goenka, owner of Lucknow Super Giants, celebrated his team's dominant bowling performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad by offering prayers. LSG's bowlers, led by Mohammed Shami, ripped through SRH's top order, restricting them to 156/9. Goenka's animated reaction to the dismissals quickly went viral online.
Mohammed Shami Sends Big Message To BCCI Selectors With Sensational Show Against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Ignored Indian cricket team fast bowler Mohammed Shami sent a huge message to the BCCI selectors with a brilliant performance for Lucknow Super Giants during the IPL 2026 encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Bangladesh cricket in turmoil: 4 directors resign, BCB chief says he'll be 'last to go'
Seven out of 25 directors have already stepped down, including four who resigned after Saturdays board meeting. The exits have increased uncertainty around the future of the current administration.
Klaasen-Reddy pair fights back but LSG restrict SRH to 156 for 9
Hyderabad: Mohammed Shamis inspirational opening spell was pivotal in Lucknow Super Giants restricting Sunrisers Hyderabad to 156 for 9 despite a fantastic counter-attacking century stand by Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy in an IPL match here on Sunday, April 5. After having their backs to the wall with scorecard reading an abysmal 35 for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mohsin Naqvi Claims PSL Will Beat IPL, Makes Explosive 'World's No. 1 League' Claim
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Mohsin Naqvi claimed that the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has turned into the premier destination for investment.
Hasn't Played Much: Ex-India Star's Stunning 'Pressure' Remark On Virat Kohli Ahead Of CSK Clash
Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary hailed Virat Kohli for always performing despite the immense pressure on him every IPL season.
IPL Live Score: Kohli, Patidar gear up to pile more misery on CSK
Abhishek Sharma Joins Rohit Sharma, Sanju Samson In Unwanted List With Duck vs LSG
Abhishek has not had the best of starts to the IPL 2026, scoring just 55 runs in three innings, with 48 of them coming against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the previous match.
Shreyas will be India captain soon: Vyshak
The Punjab Kings pacer has quickly become skipper Shreyas go-to man in IPL 2026
Abhishek's season of ducks: SRH batter joins Rohit and Samson in unwanted list
Abhishek has had a slow start to IPL 2026, scoring 55 runs in three innings, with 48 of those coming against Kolkata Knight Riders in the previous match.
CSK Sent Big Playing XI Message, Told To Include Rs 2 Crore Star Against Virat Kohli
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have been urged to make a couple of key changes for their IPL 2026 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Rishabh Pant Pulls Off Stunning Catch To Dismiss SRH's Rs 13 Crore Star - Video Goes Viral
Rishabh Pant pulled off a sensational catch to dismiss Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Liam Livingstone during their IPL 2026 encounter.
Missing Shubman Gill Was A Big Setback: R Ashwin On Gujarat Titans' Second Loss In IPL 2026
Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin opened up on Sai Sudharsan's knock for Gujarat Titans in the absence of skipper Shubman Gill and said the way Sudharsan started his innings showed that he understands his strengths well.
Bangladesh Cricket Board Meeting: Mehidy Hasan, Litton Das Retained As ODI And T20I Captains
BCB has reaffirmed its leadership structure and strengthened its coaching set-up during the fourth Board of Directors meeting held in Dhaka on Saturday.
No handshake! Uzbek GM stuns India's Harikai with 'Namaste' - Watch
At the Grenke Freestyle Open, Harika Dronavali offered a handshake while resigning, but Nodirbek Yakubboev responded with a respectful Namaste, both smiling. Meanwhile, Keymer and Niemann lead the event. Yakubboev earlier avoided shaking hands with Vaishali, later apologising with gifts. He clarified his actions were due to religious reasons, while expressing respect for her and Indian players.
Gujarat Titans Need To Be Little Bit More Cohesive In Run Chases: Batting Coach Matthew Hayden
Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden wants a more cohesive effort from his batters following the team's second loss in as many games in IPL 2026.
Made That Difficult Call: Ex-India Star Praises Riyan Parag's Captaincy vs Gujarat Titans
Former India pacer Irfan Pathan reckons the bold decisions taken by Riyan Parag at the death in Rajasthan Royals' thrilling win over Gujarat Titans will significantly boost his confidence as a leader.
IPL 2026: LSG wins toss, puts SRH to bat first in Hyderabad
The LSG are looking for their first win of the season after suffering a six-wicket defeat in the last match against the Delhi Capitals
Big call! Ishan Kishan opts for Rs 13 crore weapon vs LSG
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and chose to bowl against Sunrisers Hyderabad. LSG made one change, bringing in Manimaran Siddharth for Anrich Nortje. SRH also introduced Liam Livingstone and Harshal Patel into their lineup, aiming for a crucial win after a mixed start to the season.
SRH bring in Livingstone and Harshal against LSG
LSG chose to chase in an afternoon game in Hyderabad
The 'difficult call' Riyan Parag took - and how it paid off for Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals secured a thrilling six-run victory over Gujarat Titans, thanks to Riyan Parag's bold bowling decisions at the death. Parag's trust in Tushar Deshpande for the final over, after Jofra Archer's crucial 19th, paid off, boosting his confidence as a leader. Archer's economical over set the stage for Deshpande to defend 10 runs, securing the win.
KKR Sent Big Reminder Over Rs 25.2 Crore Star By Sunil Gavaskar: 'Need To Look Closely'
Cameron Green, who was acquired by KKR for a staggering Rs 25.2 crore, has not yet been cleared to bowl by Cricket Australia's medical team.
Sunil Gavaskar Clean Bowled By CSK Youngster, Praises His 'Gen Next' Mindset
Speaking on Star Sports, Sunil Gavaskar talked about Mhatre's best-suited batting position and the mindset of the fearless prodigies.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants Live Score Updates, IPL 2026: Head-to-Head
SRH vs LSG LIVE Score, IPL 2026: KL Rahul's Big Record In Danger As LSG Take On SRH
SRH vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score: Sunrisers Hyderabad will be hosting Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL 2026 match on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
I can see a lot of respect': Ex-India cricketer in awe of young skipper Riyan Parag
Former CSK batter Ambati Rayudu has lauded Riyan Parag's early captaincy for Rajasthan Royals, noting the immense respect he commands from teammates. Rayudu believes Parag is doing a fantastic job, fostering a positive environment. Aaron Finch added that the absence of an overshadowing senior figure has aided Parag's smooth transition into leading a team of young superstars.
'He used pace well': Ex-Indian spinner praises Sudharsan despite loss to RR
Ravichandran Ashwin praised Sai Sudharsan's mature 73 against Rajasthan Royals, highlighting his game understanding and ability to handle pressure in Shubman Gill's absence. Ashwin believes the opening partnership of Gill and Sudharsan will be crucial for Gujarat Titans' future success. Rajasthan Royals secured a narrow victory, defending 210 thanks to crucial death bowling from Jofra Archer and Tushar Deshpande.
The Hindus KC Vijaya Kumar in conversation with Vidyut Sivaramakrishnan.
SRH vs LSG, Hyderabad Weather: Sunrisers Hyderabad will aim for a home win against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. SRH had a mixed start, winning one and losing one. Lucknow Super Giants are still searching for their first win of the season. The pitch at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is expected to favor fast bowlers early, but batting conditions will improve. High scores are anticipated.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar on brink of 200 IPL wickets ahead of RCB-CSK clash
Bhuvneshwar played a crucial supporting role in RCB's title-winning campaign last season. While Josh Hazlewood grabbed the headlines, Bhuvneshwar quietly delivered with 17 wickets in 14 matches. Notably, his impact in the death overs stood out, where he picked up seven wickets, including a decisive spell in the final against the Punjab Kings.
BCB faces turmoil as captains retain roles, board hit by fresh resignations
Bangladesh Cricket Board announces leadership continuity for ODIs and T20Is until 2027 and 2028 respectively, alongside appointing a new spin coach. However, administrative turmoil escalates with multiple director resignations, prompting speculation of a potential board dissolution. Meanwhile, the BCB seeks to mend strained relations with the BCCI following recent disputes.
IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Kumar on cusp of scripting history vs CSK
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is on the cusp of a historic 200 IPL wickets milestone, potentially becoming the first fast bowler to achieve this feat. Having evolved into a complete T20 bowler, he has been a crucial asset for RCB, especially in death overs. His consistent performances and recent resurgence highlight his enduring impact in the league.
Beleaguered KKR seek spark to halt slide against in-form PBKS
A struggling Kolkata Knight Riders face an in-form Punjab Kings, grappling with strategic flaws and player selection issues. Despite a strong squad on paper, KKR's team combination and coaching decisions have led to early defeats. In contrast, Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, have started strongly with two wins.
IPL 2026 SRH vs LSG: Check probable playing 11 and head-to-head record for today's match
SRH vs LSG Playing 11, Head to Head: Sunrisers Hyderabad will host Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial IPL 2026 encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. This match, scheduled for April 5th, will be played under challenging afternoon heat. LSG holds a 4-2 advantage in their head-to-head record against SRH.
Vishvanath upsets World Champion Tashkenbay
A former World youth champion and the current National champion in 50kg, Vishvanath used his speed and ring craft to beat the Kazakh and set up a last-four clash with JordanianHuthaifa Eshish
He shouldve got Rs 10-11 crore: Ex-India cricketer calls RR star a steal after heroics
Aakash Chopra lauded Ravi Bishnoi's match-winning 4/41 spell in Rajasthan Royals' narrow IPL 2026 victory over Gujarat Titans, deeming the leg-spinner undervalued at the auction. He also praised Tushar Deshpande's composed final over and Dhruv Jurel's stellar 75, while noting Gujarat's batting lacked construction.
BCCI Makes Roadmap To Keep Vaibhav Sooryavanshi And Co. 'Test Ready' After Five Big Home Defeats
After five home Test defeats against New Zealand and South Africa in 2024 and 2025 respectively, the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (COE), under VVS Laxman, has chalked out an elaborate roadmap
Mumbai Indians Pacer Deepak Chahar Gives Big Update On Hardik Pandya's Availability
Mumbai Indians also missed the services of their designated captain Hardik Pandya against Delhi Capitals because the all-rounder was sick.
'Exceptional talent' Jurel plays his part with bat, and with the thinking cap on
Not only did Dhruv Jurel play the innings of the match, he made crucial contributions in the field, his suggestions changing the course of the game and then winning it
Lionel Messi Marks New Stadium With Goal But Inter Miami Held By Austin
Lionel Messi marked the opening of Inter Miami's gleaming new stadium with a goal as the Major League Soccer champions battled to a 2-2 draw against Austin FC on Saturday.
Lens' Title Push In Ligue 1 Hit Hard By Lille Defeat
Lens suffered a potentially fatal blow to their unlikely Ligue 1 title bid with a 3-0 loss away to northern derby rivals Lille on Saturday.
From cricket league to economic giant: IPL valued at USD 18 billion: Kotak MF
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar economic engine, contributing significantly to India's economy and redefining the business of sport, according to a recent report by Kotak Mutual Fund. The report noted that the IPL ecosystem is currently valued at around USD 18 billion as of FY25, placing it among the world's leading sporting leagues. Remarkably, a tournament spanning just two months now generates economic value comparable to India's entire sports industry, estimated at about USD 19 billion.
GT's Ashok Sharma Bowls 154.2 kmph: Listing Fastest Deliveries in IPL History
Gujarat Titans pacer Ashok Sharma turned heads in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday, bowling the fastest ball of the season at 154.2 kmph.
Why MS Dhoni will not play CSK vs RCB match in IPL 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, fresh off a win, face a struggling Chennai Super Kings in a southern derby. CSK's woes are compounded by the absence of MS Dhoni, who is sidelined for the first two weeks with a calf strain. Despite his physical absence, head coach Stephen Fleming insists Dhoni's influence on the team remains strong.
Boxer Anthony Joshua Makes First Public Appearance Since Fatal Car Crash
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has made his first public appearance since he survived a car crash in Nigeria that killed his close friends Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele.
Was Difficult Season Last Year: RR Spinner Ravi Bishnoi's Honest Admission After Win vs GT
After winning the Player of the Match award, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi credited his preparation and team effort in the Rajasthan Royals' (RR) side's narrow six-run win over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the IPL 2026 match.
Hayden expects GT bowlers to 'keep consistently bowling their best ball'
Gujarat Titans bowled nine wides and hit just seven sixes in their loss to Rajasthan Royals, both areas of concern for them at IPL 2026
Bayern Munich Storm Back Late To Win At Freiburg Before Real Madrid Showdown
Bayern Munich came from two goals down in the last 10 minutes to win 3-2 at Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Saturday, ahead of their Champions League quarter-final first leg at Real Madrid.
Fixing length does the trick for Rajasthan spinner Bishnoi
Ravi Bishnoi showcased a match-winning performance for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans. He transformed a past weakness into a strength, claiming crucial wickets. His efforts set up Rajasthan's victory in a tense chase. Rajasthan Royals lead the IPL standings after this win.
Big Blunder: Fans Blast CSK For Releasing Sameer Rizvi As Batter Shines For Delhi Capitals
Coming in as an Impact Substitute in the first two matches for Delhi Capitals, Sameer Rizvi has won the Player of the Match awards.
'Ba**s of steel': Ravi Shastris explosive verdict on Riyan Parags captaincy
Rajasthan Royals secured a thrilling six-run victory over Gujarat Titans, thanks to skipper Riyan Parag's astute captaincy. Parag's bold decision to hand Jofra Archer the crucial penultimate over, influenced by Dhruv Jurel, proved pivotal. Archer's disciplined bowling restricted Gujarat, allowing Tushar Deshpande to seal the win in the final over. Former stars lauded Parag's composure and leadership.
IPL 2026: Priyansh Arya, Ayush Mhatre lead the GenZ charge
Young talents Priyansh Arya and Ayush Mhatre showcased impressive batting prowess in the IPL. Mhatre's 73 powered CSK's score, while Arya's explosive 39 off 11 balls set up Punjab Kings' chase. Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin lauded their 'Gen Z' approach, highlighting Mhatre as a potential long-term asset for CSK.
Robert Lewandowski Claims Leaders Barcelona Vital La Liga Win At Atletico Madrid
Robert Lewandowski shouldered home a dramatic late winner for Barcelona as they edged Atletico Madrid 2-1 on Saturday.
Southern derby at Chinnaswamy: In-form RCB face out-of-sorts CSK
The Southern Derby sees RCB, fresh off a dominant win, host a struggling CSK. RCB, rebuilt and title-winning, faces a transitional CSK that has faltered in recent seasons. With contrasting preparation times and a more settled RCB lineup, the match presents a significant challenge for the visitors.
Rashid Khan, who led the side in the absence of regular skipper Shubman Gill, felt Gujarat's bowlers had done well to limit Rajasthan despite a strong start from the visitors.
Watch: Magnus Carlsen Allows Opponent For Selfie Ahead Of Match, Then Gets Her Phone Removed
It was a pre-match interaction between Magnus Carlsen and Alua Nurman that gave rise to the drama which unfolded moments later.
Tushar Deshpande defended 10 runs by conceding only four and restricting GT to 204 for 8 in pursuit of a victory target of 211.
'CSK will be invincible again: Ashwin sends strong message to supporters
Chennai Super Kings face a crucial Sunday clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a disappointing loss. Despite a strong batting performance, their bowling unit struggled significantly, leaking runs. CSK's batting, particularly Sanju Samson, needs to find form against a confident and balanced RCB side, whose bowling has shown marked improvement. A turnaround is essential for the home team.
Rohit Sharma's Bluff Forces Kuldeep Yadav, Delhi Capitals To Make DRS Blunder During IPL 2026 Game
The incident took place on the fifth ball of the ninth over of the Mumbai Indians innings.
Shubman Gill Out Of IPL 2026 For What Duration? Gujarat Titans Drop Big Update
Shubman Gill missed the Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 match in Ahmedabad on Saturday
Rajasthan Royals clinched a thrilling six-run win against Gujarat Titans. A strategic bowling change in the death overs proved decisive. Tushar Deshpande defended a low total in the final over. Ravi Bishnoi's four wickets earlier set up the victory. This win propels Rajasthan Royals to the top of the IPL 2026 table. Gujarat Titans face their second consecutive loss.
Ashok Sharmas 154.2 kmph rocket not the fastest: Here are IPLs quickest-ever deliveries
Gujarat Titans' Ashok Sharma unleashed a blistering 154.2 kmph yorker, the fastest of IPL 2026, against Rajasthan Royals. While Sharma impressed, Shaun Tait's 2011 record of 157.71 kmph remains the IPL's ultimate pace benchmark. Other speedsters like Ferguson, Malik, and Yadav have also pushed the limits, showcasing the league's enduring love for raw pace.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi tipped for major role in BCCIs make-or-break red-ball mission
India's cricket board is rebuilding its Test team. A new plan focuses on young players for the future. A four-day competition will feature 64 players under 25. This aims to create a strong pipeline of red-ball cricketers. Coaches and selectors will prioritize Test development. Emerging and India A teams will tour Sri Lanka for four-day games.
Candidates Chess: Vaishali, Divya Deshmukh save Indian blushes; Praggnanandhaa must act now
Javokhir Sindarov continues his dominant run in the FIDE Candidates Open section, widening his lead. In the Women's category, Indian players Vaishali Rameshbabu and Divya Deshmukh secured crucial wins, though their victories relied heavily on opponent errors. The Indian challenge in the Open section, led by Praggnanandhaa, lags significantly behind the leader.
Mema Memorial T20 Cricket SU SVC roll on with 8 wicket win over RNEF MICA
SU SVC, Sagolband and YWC, Langthabal emerged victorious in today's matches of the ongoing 3rd Khomdram O Hijam Mema Devi Memorial T20 Manipur Veteran Cricket Tournament 2026 SU SVC sealed their second Group B victory today by thrashing RNEF MICA, Mayang Imphal by 8 wickets SU SVC opted to field first and dismissed RNEF MICA for 76 runs within 16 overs as Bedamohon wreaked havoc before cruising to the winning 80 for 2 wickets in 8 3 overs riding on an unbeaten third wicket partnership between Sanjoy 47 off 25 balls and Pritam 22 off 22 balls Bedamohon finished with a fifer 5 9 in 4 overs for SU SVC in the first innings as Robindro 3 7 and Chingkheihunba 2 20 shared the remaining 5 wickets in the first innings that saw Max registering the highest 36 off 32 balls for RNEF MICA Dhaneshwor 1 20 was the lone wicket taker for the Mayang Imphal team in the second innings Star bowler Bedamohon was adjudged man of the match In a Group D match staged later in the day, YWC raised 144 runs for 6 wickets after electing to bat first and restricted YAC, Yaiskul to 79 for 8 wickets to seal a comfortable 65 run victory Dinachandra 47 off 28 balls and Prakashmani 26 off 25 balls led the YWC batting today in an innings that saw Chitranjan 3 21 and Kritikumar 2 24 sharing 5 wickets for YAC Chasing 145 for the victory, YAC had a shaky start and ended up gathering 79 runs despite Sarat's unbeaten 30 off 37 balls as Dinachandra 2 12 , Prakashmani 2 10 and Tejkumar 2 11 of YWC shared a bulk of 6 wickets among them to slow things down Dinachandra of YWC, who produced an allround show, was named man of the match Source The Sangai Express
Boys U14 One Day Trophy RCA, KSDO, SHADOW and AMCA get off to winning start
RCA, Lilong KSDO, Kyamgei SHADOW, Thangmeiband and AMCA, Thoubal got off to flying starts in the 5th MNCA Boys U14 One Day Trophy In the Group E opener staged at Model Hr Secondary School and Oriental College ground, AMCA upstaged PTCC, Patsoi Part III by 30 runs AMCA, who elected to bat first, bundled out for 136 runs in 30 overs but they defended their total by bowling out PTCC for 106 runs in 24 2 overs riding on a concerted bowling effort led by Sahid Khulakpam 3 7 in 2 2 overs and Md Wajid Khan 2 27 in 6 overs AMCA's Sahid Khulakpam had earlier struck 43 runs off 56 balls and eventually walked away as the player of the match while Sakir Maibam was unbeaten on 38 off 48 balls For PTCC, Nungchengba Soraisam 3 17 , Lanngamba Ningombam 2 16 and Irom Lanchenba 2 17 shone with the ball before Nungchengba topscored with a 37 ball 40 in reply Elsewhere at Khangabok Cherapur Public Ground, KSDO kicked off their Group C campaign with a 169 run victory against PTRC, Patsoi Part IV courtesy of Khutheibam Abu Sufiyan's allround show Opting to bat first, KSDO piled up a massive total of 257 runs for 7 wickets in 30 overs courtesy of leading knocks from Abu Sufiyan who hit 109 off 72 balls 16 fours and 3 sixes and Sangomsumpham Arish who struck 67 off 58 balls 9 fours before Abu Sufiyan picked 6 wickets 6 22 and Kh Firdos claimed two 2 24 to dismiss PTRC for 88 runs For PTRC, Pheiroijam Tomthilnganba claimed two 2 36 as four others managed a wicket apiece in the first innings before Ch Ghoutam 17 and Thongam Priyojit 13 emerged the double digit run getters in reply Abu Sufiyan was eventually adjudged player of the match At Khudeiband Lampak, Taothong, RCA kicked off their Group B campaign with an 187 run thrashing of TRAU, Kwakeithel Heibokmayum Albaz Hussain was unbeaten on 70 as he blazed 9 fours and 5 sixes in just 18 balls to help RCA gather 312 runs for 4 wickets after Syed Sami UI 50 off 44 and Heibokmayum Lucky 73 off 41 provided early stability Chasing 313 runs for the win, TRAU ended up gathering 125 8 in 30 overs despite Keisham Yaikhomba trying his best to anchor with an unbeaten 55 off 96 runs as none of his compatriots were able to support him Makakmayum Irfan 3 14 and Khutheibam Murshid Alam 2 21 played key roles in the RCA bowling department in this innings H Lucky Ahmed, who also picked one wicket after adding 73 runs, was named player of the match Elsewhere at Moijing Public Ground, SHADOW opened their Group D campaign with a 146 run victory over YESSDAN, Ningthoukhong Sagatpam Telheiba scored an unbeaten 191 off 97 balls 23 fours and 10 sixes while Tomthinnganba Rajkumar scored 80 off 74 balls 9 fours and 1 six to guide SHADOW to a daunting total of 352 2 in 30 overs before Khundrakpam Hemraj 2 40 in 5 overs led in restricting YESSDAN to 206 6 despite Maisnam Anderson's 112 ball 94 and Wangkhem Alex's 40 ball 46 Telheiba, who shone with the bat and claimed one wicket 1 19 , was declared player of the match Source The Sangai Express
'Credit to Dhruv Jurel': Inside RR's Jofra Archer move that turned the game vs GT
Parag said he had a different plan initially but changed it after Jurels input. I was actually going to switch the order but credit to Jurel - he asked me to go with Jofra for the 19th. Wanted to go as fast as possible and as straight as possible, Parag said after the match.
PTRC, Patsoi Part IV defeated TCMDC, Thongju Part II Pechu Lampak by 69 runs for the second Group A win in the 3rd MNCA U15 Girls One Day Trophy 2025 26 as YPHUC, Lalambung steamrolled STYCC, Sagolband Tera Keithel by 335 runs in a Group B match At THAU ground, PTRC who beat MPA, Thounaojam by 7 wickets rode on a half century knock from Laitonjam Purnima 64 off 73 balls 6 fours and 56 extras to raise 204 for all wickets down in 28 5 overs before bowlers held TCMDC to 135 9 in the allotted 30 overs Laishram Bigyapati also quickfired 41 off 25 balls 6 fours in the first innings that saw TCMDC skipper Ningthoisana Thoudam 4 30 in 5 5 overs and Ch Priyadasni 2 47 in 6 overs securing 6 crucial wickets In reply, Ningthoisana scored a 47 ball 50 for TCMDC but her effort went in vain as Laitonjam Silky 3 37 , Thokchom Dimple 2 21 and Laitonjam Benita 2 26 gradually throttled their chase Elsewhere at Kongba Dhobi Lampak, YPHUC, who went down by 272 runs to SHADOW in their league opener Group B , rode on an allround show from Suchitra Devi Waikhom to demolish debutants STYCC, Sagolband Tera Keithel by 335 runs Suchitra clobbered 25 fours on the way to her unbeaten 152 off 82 balls and helped YPHUC erect a massive total of 349 3 in 30 overs before claiming 9 wickets to bundle out STYCC for 14 runs in 7 overs It was a dismal show in both the departments for STYCC as they conceded 113 extras in the first innings before they slumped to a meagre total of 14 runs in reply Amakcham Salainganbi was the only wicket taker for the team who also conceded as many as 104 runs in her spell of 6 overs She was also the highest run getter for the team on 4 off 3 balls as her 8 compatriots departed on ducks Suchitra who dazzled with both the bat and ball was adjudged player of the match Source The Sangai Express
Keishamthong FC, Thangmeiband FC progress into 24th Challenge Cup semis
Keishamthong FC and Thangmeiband FC are into the semi finals of the 24th Challenge Cup Veteran Football Tournament 2026 being underway at the natural turf of SAI NERC, Takyel In the third quarterfinal match of the tournament, Keishamthong FC rode on W Umakanta and Y Sobha to pull off a 6 2 win over VFC, Kakwa this afternoon Keishamthong FC had a dominating start to the game and entered into the break with a 2 0 advantage thanks to a goal apiece from star of the day W Umakanta 1' and M Sanjitkumar 23' After the restart, they carried forward their momentum and raced to a 3 0 lead with Umakanta finding his second in the 39th minute before N Aken 44' ended the VFC's goal drought in the 44th minute Y Sobha then struck his first goal in the 51st minute to retain the 3 goal advantage for Keishamthong FC before W Umakanta completed his treble two minutes later to make it 5 1 S Narkanta managed to score one more goal for the Kakwa side in the 58th minute but Sobha took the honour to hit the final nail to the coffin in the 59th minute and set up the 6 2 win for Keishamthong FC In the last quarterfinal match, Thangmeiband FC held off TRVSA, Malom by 2 1 goals to set up a semi final date with Keishamthong FC on April 6 Saipu Kom put Thangmeiband FC ahead after 9 minutes while T Viking doubled the advantage in the 29th minute before L Lokesh scored the only goal for TRVSA in the 52nd minute EMFC, Lamlai will face AFFC, Imphal in the first semi final match tomorrow Source The Sangai Express
