Punjab Police withdraws security cover of MP Harbhajan Singh after he quits AAP
Security personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force could be seen deployed outside the residence of the former cricketer on April 26
IPL 2026: 'Thank You For The Messages, All Good' - Ngidi Breaks Silence After Head Injury
Max Super Speciality Hospital: Lungi Ngidi has reassured fans about his condition after suffering a head injury during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. The South African fast bowler was involved in a concerning on-field incident during Saturdays match, prompting immediate attention. However, putting all worries to rest, Ngidi shared a brief update on Instagram on Sunday, confirming that he is recovering well. Thank you for the messages, all good, he wrote, expressing gratitude to fans for their support following the scare. In the third over of Punjab Kings' chase, Ngidi fell backwards while trying to catch Priyansh Arya at mid-off, banging his head hard into the turf. He clutched his head immediately and lay on the ground as medical staff rushed in. Play was halted for 15 minutes before Ngidi was stretchered into an ambulance, amidst players, coaches, and medical staff having tense expressions. In a swift and coordinated effort, the Delhi Traffic Police facilitated a green corridor that enabled Ngidi's movement from the stadium to BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, located near Rajendra Nagar Metro Station, in just 11 minutes. However, the injury was not serious, and the player was discharged from the hospital, showing encouraging signs after returning to the team hotel. Lungi Ngidi is doing well and has now returned to the DC team hotel in New Delhi. His being sent back to the hotel after being discharged from the hospital is a positive indication of his recovery, and the franchise medical staff will continue to take good care of him, sources told IANS. However, the injury was not serious, and the player was discharged from the hospital, showing encouraging signs after returning to the team hotel. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ngidi has proved to be a key bowler for DC this season, taking seven wickets in seven matches at an average of 29.42, with an economy rate of 8.70 and best figures of 3/27. Article Source: IANS
BJP spreading rumours of contact between Punjab AAP MLAs, Raghav Chadha: Sanjay Singh
NEW DELHI, Apr 26: Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh on Sunday dismissed claims that party MLAs in Punjab are in contact with Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha, who recently joined the BJP, labelling such developments as misinformation and rumours. Singh accused the BJP and Raghav Chadha of deliberately spreading these rumours and noted that protests are being held across Punjab against the betrayal by Chadha and other Rajya Sabha MPs who left AAP to join the BJP. The public sentiment [] The post BJP spreading rumours of contact between Punjab AAP MLAs, Raghav Chadha: Sanjay Singh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lungi Ngidi's Emotional Post After Nasty Injury During DC vs PBKS Clash
Lungi Ngidi was involved in a worrying on-field moment during the game between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings on Saturday afternoon.
Pappu Yadav Calls for Legal Action Against Raghav Chadha Amid Political Turmoil
New Delhi, April 26: Pappu Yadav, a Member of Parliament from Purnia, has expressed strong criticism regarding Raghav Chadhas recent defection from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), along with six other MPs. He stated that the Punjab government should file a case against Chadha and imprison him. Yadav also ... Read more Pappu Yadav Calls for Legal Action Against Raghav Chadha Amid Political Turmoil
AAP Urges Rajya Sabha Chairman to Disqualify 7 Defecting MPs
Incidentally, six of the seven MPs who quit the party were Rajya Sabha MPs from Punjab.
No Bowler Was Spared: Ex-India Star Showers Praise On KL Rahul Masterclass Despite DC Loss vs PBKS
Former India batter Mohammad Kaif described KL Rahul's unbeaten 152 as a vintage effort but said the pain of defeat would overshadow the brilliance of the innings after Delhi Capitals (DC) went down to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a record-breaking chase in IPL 2026.
Chef VP Singh Puts Authentic Punjab on a Plate at Gingerfire
A Punjabi pop-up at the Hilton Hyderabad's Gingerfire celebrates tradition, patience, and deeply rooted flavours with Chef VP Singh bringing the art of slow cooking and authentic Amritsar flavours to Hyderabad
'No Bowler Was Spared': Kaif Hails Rahuls Masterclass Despite DC Loss
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Former India batter Mohammad Kaif described KL Rahuls unbeaten 152 as a vintage effort but said the pain of defeat would overshadow the brilliance of the innings after Delhi Capitals (DC) went down to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a record-breaking chase in IPL 2026. Rahuls 152 not out off 67 balls, the highest score by an Indian in IPL and mens T20 cricket, powered Delhi Capitals to a formidable 264 for 2 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. However, it was not enough as Punjab Kings chased down 265 with seven balls to spare in one of the most extraordinary run chases in the tournaments history. He played a special knock; this was vintage KL Rahul. The way he attacked the bowlers was pure class. He drove through the covers, pulled over square leg, and lofted straight down the ground. No bowler was spared. Every delivery was treated with intent, Kaif told Jio Hotstar. Rahul found strong support from Nitish Rana, who smashed 91 off 44 balls, as the duo added 220 runs for the second wicket to put DC in a commanding position. Despite the massive total, Punjab Kings came out all guns blazing, with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya giving a flying start before skipper Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase with an unbeaten 71 to seal victory. Kaif highlighted the harsh reality of the sport, where even extraordinary individual performances can end in disappointment. Despite the massive total, Punjab Kings came out all guns blazing, with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya giving a flying start before skipper Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase with an unbeaten 71 to seal victory. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Meanwhile, KL Rahul was awarded the player of the match trophy for his brilliant knock despite ending on the losing side. Article Source: IANS
AAP submits petition to Rajya Sabha chairman seeking termination of 7 MPs who quit party
Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh has petitioned the Rajya Sabha Chairman to disqualify seven party MPs who recently quit the AAP and merged with the BJP. Singh claims this move constitutes defection, violating the anti-defection law, and is a betrayal of the people's mandate, particularly in Punjab.
Measles Claims 71 Lives of Children in Pakistan in First Four Months of 2026
Islamabad, April 26: In a troubling report, Pakistan has witnessed the deaths of 71 children due to measles in the first four months of 2026. Sindh province recorded the highest number, with 40 fatalities, as reported by local media on Sunday. According to the renowned daily Dawn, after Sindh, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa each reported ... Read more Measles Claims 71 Lives of Children in Pakistan in First Four Months of 2026
Punjab Police withdraw Harbhajan Singhs security cover after BJP switch
Security has been reportedly withdrawn from Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, who recently switched from AAP to BJP. This move follows protests by AAP workers, who labelled the defecting MPs as 'traitors'. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann accused the BJP of attempting to destabilize AAP and betraying Punjab's mandate. The seven MPs cited ideological differences for their departure.
IPL 2026: Win Or Lose, Delhi Fans Have Just One Hero Virat Kohli
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Results may matter on the points table, but for thousands expected to pour into Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday evening, there is only one reason to be there Virat Kohli. Whether Delhi Capitals win or lose seems secondary for many supporters ahead of their high-voltage IPL clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The capital is ready to welcome home its favourite cricketing icon, with fans eager to witness Kohli in action once again on familiar turf. Delhi Capitals enter the contest after being outplayed by Punjab Kings on Saturday, but that setback is unlikely to affect the turnout. If anything, anticipation has only grown stronger with Kohlis arrival in the city. Outside the stadium and across the streets of Delhi, one emotion dominates Kohli fever. Young fans speaking ahead of the match made it clear that the evening is less about teams and more about the man who has inspired a generation. Delhi Capitals is our team, but Virat Kohli is our emotion, said one college student, proudly wearing a DC jersey. Another fan added, We just want to see him bat live. Even one cover drive from Virat is worth coming to the stadium. Such is Kohlis pull that loyalties may be divided in the stands, with blue and red jerseys mixing with chants reserved for the batting superstar. Whenever Kohli walks out to bat, the noise is expected to rise several decibels. The former RCB captain continues to command unmatched fan following wherever he plays, but Delhi remains special. It is the city where his cricketing journey began, and every return feels like a homecoming. Such is Kohlis pull that loyalties may be divided in the stands, with blue and red jerseys mixing with chants reserved for the batting superstar. Whenever Kohli walks out to bat, the noise is expected to rise several decibels. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As the sun sets over Arun Jaitley Stadium, one thing appears certain the loudest cheers may not depend on the scoreboard, but on the arrival of Virat Kohli at the crease. Article Source: IANS
'Weve got some work': Ponting flags concerns despite unbeaten PBKS run
Ricky Ponting hailed Shreyas Iyers leadership after Punjab Kings pulled off a record chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals, with Iyer anchoring the win with an unbeaten 71. He praised the strong start by Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, calling their partnership key. Ponting said the team draws confidence from Iyers presence in chases, but added that bowling and fielding still need improvement despite the historic victory.
Punjab Police security cover of MP and cricketer Harbhajan Singh withdrawn
Chandigarh: The Punjab Police is learnt to have withdrawn the security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, one of the seven lawmakers who switched to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) alongside Raghav Chadha, sources said. The police security cover comprising nine to 10 policemen was withdrawn on Saturday, 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 .
Ricky Ponting Praises Shreyas Iyers Leadership After PBKS Record Chase
Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting heaped praise on skipper Shreyas Iyer, calling him a great leader and backing his ability to finish games after PBKS pulled off a record-breaking chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals (DC) at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. Ponting revealed his strong belief in Iyers finishing ability, stating that the team draws confidence simply from his presence at the crease in a chase. Hes a great person. And thats the reason that I went as hard as I did in the auction. I knew he was going to be a great leader and for us to rebuild this team and rebuild this franchise, he said in a video released by IPL on X. Because one thing I know is that if hes in at the end in a run chase, were not going to lose too many games. And even tonight, I went out at the 11 12 over mark. I just grabbed hold of him and said, if youre in at the end, well win the game. And he did it again, He added. Chasing a daunting 265,PBKS rode on explosive starts from Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya before Iyer anchored the innings with a composed unbeaten 71 off 36 balls to seal victory with seven balls to spare. Ponting further highlighted Prabhsimran's partnership with Priyansh Arya, noting how their contrasting styles helped PBKS maintain control of the chase. And the partnership that he (Prabhsimran) and Priyansh have together is pretty amazing. They complement each other really well. Left hand, right hand. Both hit different parts of the ground. While praising the batting unit, Ponting acknowledged there are still areas for improvement, especially in fielding and bowling, despite the big win. Its satisfying that youve got the highest run chase, but to have the highest run chase, youve also got to concede a lot of runs. So weve got some work to do with our bowling and our fielding, and well make sure we get that right before the next game, he said. While praising the batting unit, Ponting acknowledged there are still areas for improvement, especially in fielding and bowling, despite the big win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score When you become a coach, and you work with younger-type players, its nice to hear that hes saying that Im having some sort of influence on the way hes playing. But its also nice to hear that theyre listening to the things that you want to teach them. At the end of the day, Im a teacher. Im trying to teach him how to play the game better and how to bat better. Thankfully, hes listening and getting the job done, he added. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Police security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh withdrawn
Punjab Police has reportedly withdrawn the security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, who recently joined the BJP along with six other AAP lawmakers. The move comes after AAP workers protested outside the residences of Singh and other defectors, labeling them as 'traitors'.
Punjab Police security cover of MP Harbhajan Singh withdrawn
CHANDIGARH, Apr 26: The Punjab Police is learnt to have withdrawn the security cover of Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh, one of the seven lawmakers who switched to the BJP from AAP alongside Raghav Chadha, sources said. The police security cover comprising 9-10 policemen was withdrawn on Saturday, they said. The Punjab Police security was deployed at the former cricketers residence at the Chhotti Baradari locality in Jalandhar. Meanwhile, security personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force could be seen [] The post Punjab Police security cover of MP Harbhajan Singh withdrawn appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPL 2026: 986 runs, two 260+ chases, and the night the bowlers suffered
IPL 2026: A remarkable Saturday in T20 cricket saw record-breaking scores and successful chases. KL Rahul's 152* and a 15-year-old's century highlighted the day. Punjab Kings chased down 265, a new world record. Sunrisers Hyderabad also achieved a historic chase in Jaipur. The Orange Cap changed hands multiple times, showcasing the thrilling competition.
Ashwin rallies behind Nair after costly drops, says 'Im not making excuses'
Punjab Kings achieved a record IPL chase, but Karun Nair's fielding errors proved costly. He dropped Shreyas Iyer twice, crucial misses that allowed Iyer to score a match-winning 71. Despite the blunders, Ravichandran Ashwin defended Nair, suggesting fatigue and a sudden game entry might have contributed to his struggles.
'They Need To Be More Proactive': Braithwaite Slams DC's Powerplay Strategy Vs PBKS
Former West Indies: Former West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite believes Delhi Capitals (DC) did not show enough proactiveness with the ball in the powerplay, allowing Punjab Kings (PBKS) to stay ahead in their record-breaking chase of 265 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. Brathwaite pointed to lapses in DCs bowling plans despite having a daunting total to defend and also raised questions about the lesser use of Natarajan in the first six overs. When you bat and score 200 and a lot, you dont necessarily need to be defensive, but have a mindset that this can be scored. I saw Natarajan bowl just one over in the power play. They could have been a little bit more proactive, Braithwaite told ESPNCricinfo. Defending 264 for 2, powered by KL Rahuls unbeaten 152 and Nitish Ranas 91, DC handed four of the first five overs to Mukesh Kumar and Auqib Nabi, who conceded a combined 87 runs. Captain Axar Patel also went for 20 in his over as PBKS raced to 116 without loss in the powerplay. Brathwaite felt DC missed an opportunity to apply early pressure by not using their key bowlers upfront. Get Kuldeep on early. He may not get a wicket, but he may stem the flow of runs for an over. Natarajan took the pitch out of play. If Natarajan and Kuldeep had bowled three out of the first six overs, and PBKS had scored 65 in the powerplay, PBKS would have so much more to do, he said. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav was introduced only in the eighth over, by which time PBKS had already surged to 127, with Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya dominating the attack. The strong start ensured that when PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer came in after the openers fell in the seventh and eighth overs, the required rate remained under control. Iyer went on to anchor the chase with an unbeaten 71 off 36 balls. They did so much in the powerplay that when Shreyas came in, he could be eight off his first eight balls, Brathwaite said. That would never be possible if you need to score 19 or 20 per over, then everybody has to come in and go, he added. Brathwaite further said that defending a total in excess of 260 demands aggressive intent with the ball from the very beginning. They did so much in the powerplay that when Shreyas came in, he could be eight off his first eight balls, Brathwaite said. That would never be possible if you need to score 19 or 20 per over, then everybody has to come in and go, he added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score DCs troubles were compounded in the field as Karun Nair dropped Iyer twice late in the innings, misses that proved costly as PBKS completed the highest successful chase in IPL history with seven balls to spare. Article Source: IANS
Punjab Government Withdraws Security from Harbhajan Singh Amid Political Turmoil
Jalandhar, April 26: The Punjab government has withdrawn security for former Indian cricket star and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh. His personal assistant confirmed this decision today. Mandeep Singh, Harbhajans PA, stated that the government has removed the security personnel stationed outside the cricketers residence in Jalandhar. Harbhajan Singh was nominated to the Rajya Sabha ... Read more Punjab Government Withdraws Security from Harbhajan Singh Amid Political Turmoil
Don't Think We Will Win: Delhi Capitals Official Refuses To Spare Players After Haunting Defeat
Delhi Capitals went down by six wickets to Punjab Kings even after piling up 264 for 2, slumping to their fourth loss of the season.
Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwals new home under fire for using private money
After he was forced out of Sheesh Mahal by Dhurandhar voters of Delhi, he shifted to Punjab, where he grabbed a bungalow, and now he has prepared Sheesh Mahal 2 at Lodhi Estate, Verma said
IPL 2026: Standings and Player Caps After RR vs SRH Match
New Delhi, April 26: In IPL 2026, two exciting matches took place on Sunday. The first match featured Delhi Capitals (DC) against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at 3:30 PM, followed by Rajasthan Royals (RR) facing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at 7:30 PM in Jaipur. In the first match, Punjab Kings successfully chased a record target of 265 ... Read more IPL 2026: Standings and Player Caps After RR vs SRH Match
Vikramjeet Singh Sahni Responds to Bhagwant Manns Allegations: No Betrayal to Punjab and Punjabis
Chandigarh, April 26: Vikramjeet Singh Sahni, a Rajya Sabha MP who recently joined the BJP after leaving the Aam Aadmi Party, has addressed allegations made by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Sahni firmly stated that he has not betrayed Punjab or its people, emphasizing his commitment to serving Punjabis. In response to protests in Punjab ... Read more Vikramjeet Singh Sahni Responds to Bhagwant Manns Allegations: No Betrayal to Punjab and Punjabis
Preity Zinta punches Arya, batters reaction goes viral Watch
Punjab Kings pulled off a record chase against Delhi Capitals, but a playful moment stole the show as Preity Zinta jokingly punched Priyansh Arya, whose reaction went viral. Ravi Shastri quipped, Oh, that was a good punch. Earlier, KL Rahuls 152 powered DC to 264/2, but Punjab responded strongly, with Prabhsimran, Arya, and Shreyas Iyer leading a stunning chase to stay unbeaten.
PBKS script record chase against DC to stay unbeaten
INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE | IPL 2026 HAS SEEN 21% FEWER SPIN OVERS THAN 2025 MATCHES TODAY CSK VS GT AT 3:30 PM | LSG VS KKR AT 7:30 PM New Delhi, April 25: Punjab Kings rewrote the T20 record books with a breathtaking batting blitz, pulling off the highest-ever successful chase in the formats []
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is seeking a meeting with President Murmu to recall seven Rajya Sabha MPs who defected from AAP. A minister questioned the authenticity of two signatures on the defection letter, suggesting a potential forgery. The party argues these defections betray the mandate and undermine democracy, seeking a constitutional precedent for removal.
'Dear cricket, give me one more chance': Karun Nair's old post resurfaces
Karun Nair endured a tough night as Delhi Capitals lost to Punjab Kings, who chased a record 265. Nair dropped Shreyas Iyer twice, allowing him to score 71 and seal the win. The moment went viral, with fans resurfacing Nairs old Dear cricket post. Visibly shaken, the 34-year-olds struggles highlighted both the cost of missed chances and his ongoing journey of resilience.
Preity Zinta 'Punches' Priyansh Arya After Punjab Kings' Historic Win, Ravi Shastri Reacts
Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings scripted history with their six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday.
Preity Zinta 'Punches' Priyansh After PBKS' Historic Win, Shastri Reacts
Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings scripted history with their six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday.
U 14 NSG Sepaktakraw Manipur boys and girls in regu quarterfinals
State boys and girls are in the quarterfinals of the regu competition of the 69th National School Games Sepaktakraw being hosted by Telangana at Mahabubabad Both the boys and girls reached the quarterfinals as group league winners In the boys competition, Manipur defeated Uttar Pradesh 15 4, 15 6 and Telangana 15 7, 15 6 in straight sets to book their quarterfinal ticket They will play Delhi tomorrow for a place in the semi finals State girls also pulled off a similar feat to beat Uttar Pradesh 15 3, 15 12 and Telangana 15 9, 15 5 and set up a quarterfinal date with Punjab Source The Sangai Express
Punjab retains 33% subsidy on BT hybrids, desi cotton seeds
Heat wave intensifies in Haryana & Punjab, Faridkot at 45C
Punjab excise inspector found dead in car in Sirsa
AAPs Crisis Deepens as Raghav Chadha and Six MPs Leave the Party
New Delhi, April 26: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva accused Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of theatrics. This came after seven MPs, including Raghav Chadha, announced their departure from the party. Sachdeva claimed they were pressuring these MPs by discussing a non-existent Right to Recall. He ... Read more AAPs Crisis Deepens as Raghav Chadha and Six MPs Leave the Party
'Lawrence of Punjab' docu-series: Congress leader Randhawa gets threat message
In the threat message, the names of other persons including Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia, DGP Gaurav Yadav, Balkaur Singh, father of slain singer Sidhu Moosewala were also mentioned
Updated IPL 2026 Points Table: Unbeaten Punjab Kings Retain Top Spot, SRH Gain One Position
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 103 was eclipsed by a collective batting effort by Sunrisers Hyderabad as the visitors etched a commanding five-wicket win on Saturday.
Raghav Chadha revolt jolts AAP, raises questions on Kejriwals leadership and partys future
Raghav Chadha's move with six other MPs to the BJP shakes the Aam Aadmi Party. This defection questions Arvind Kejriwal's leadership and the party's strength. The shift impacts Punjab's power dynamics, AAP's only governing state. The party faces a critical test to rebuild and reinvent itself for future elections.
KL Rahul smashes historic 152, Athiya Shetty reacts with ufff on social media
Athiya Shetty cheered for KL Rahul after his unbeaten 152 against Punjab Kings, sharing excited reactions online as his record-breaking IPL innings earned widespread praise from fans and the cricketing world
IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi Gets Discharged, Returns To Team Hotel
Max Super Speciality Hospital: Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi has shown encouraging signs of recovery after being discharged from hospital and returning to the Delhi Capitals team hotel in New Delhi, with sources indicating that the pacer is doing well and will continue to be monitored closely by the franchises medical staff. Lungi Ngidi is doing well and has now returned to the DC team hotel in New Delhi. Him being sent back to the hotel after being discharged from the hospital is a positive indication of his recovery, and the franchise medical staff will continue to take good care of him, sources told IANS. In the third over of Punjab Kings chase, Ngidi fell backwards while trying to catch Priyansh Arya at mid-off, banging his head hard into the turf. He clutched his head immediately and lay on the ground as medical staff rushed in. Play was halted for 15 minutes before Ngidi was stretchered into an ambulance, amidst players, coaches and medical staff having tense expressions. In a swift and coordinated effort, the Delhi Traffic Police facilitated a green corridor that enabled Ngidi's movement from the stadium to BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, located near Rajendra Nagar Metro Station, in just 11 minutes. A stretcher was brought out as the crowd fell silent, sensing the seriousness of the situation. Ngidis teammates David Miller and Tristan Stubbs looked visibly shaken, while DC coach Hemang Badani gestured for a neck brace to be applied to him. In a swift and coordinated effort, the Delhi Traffic Police facilitated a green corridor that enabled Ngidi's movement from the stadium to BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, located near Rajendra Nagar Metro Station, in just 11 minutes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score A neck brace was slid under his head before he was strapped onto the stretcher and then taken off the field in an ambulance. Ngidi was replaced in DCs playing eleven by leg-spin bowling all-rounder Vipraj Nigam, who came in as a concussion substitute. Article Source: IANS
Mehbooba seeks support to take people out of 'uncertainty, distress, tribulations'
Anantnag, Apr 25: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday urged people to bring Kashmir out of uncertainty, distress and tribulations, while accusing the National Conference (NC)-led government of having failed on every front. Addressing a workers convention here, the former chief minister invoked the PDPs 2002 rise to power under her father Mufti Mohammad Sayeed. In 2002, you pledged to change the atmosphere of uncertainty and gave my father only 16 seats and saw the results yourself. In only three years of his Chief Ministership, people got rid of repression, and all issues were addressed -from unemployment to opening of bus service and trade to Muzaffarabad to launching of schemes helping the apple industry grow, including market intervention, cold storage and high-density, she said. Contrasting that period with the Farooq Abdullah-led government (19962002), Mehbooba alleged that despite 67 seats, there was more repression and even a ban on government jobs. Even with Article 370 then, what did he do except securing a ministry for his son, Omar Abdullah, in the BJP-led government at the Centre? she asked. Targeting the present dispensation led by Omar Abdullah, she said, You again gave them 50 seats. It has been one and a half years - this government has failed on every front. Youth is in depression due to unemployment. Daily wagers are waiting to be regularised. She urged party workers to give space to young candidates in upcoming Panchayat and urban local body elections. Bring forward sincere and committed youth. Only they can understand the pain of fellow youth, she said. Criticising the NC for sabotaging PDPs people-friendly measures, Mehbooba referred to a bill aimed at regularising eight Marlas of state land for poor families. We wanted to regularise the eight Marlas of state land where the poor have built houses and are living there for decades, but NC termed it a bill for land grabbers while BJP called it a land jihad bill, she said. NC brought a bill for hoteliers, which is good. But what about poor people? Hoteliers can go to courts - where will the poor go? She alleged that the NC would regularise a few daily wagers, mostly their own, when elections are near and then seek votes on that. Our bill to create more districts like Handwara and Uri was also not allowed to pass. We created new districts in our tenure and will do so again, once we get a chance, to ease sufferings of people, she said. Mehbooba also recalled that her father secured land from the Armys Victor Force in Awantipora for the construction of AIIMS and for Kashmir Universitys south campus at Anantnag in 2004. Union Territory or state, it depends on who is leading you and what is his will, she said. Calling for organisational strengthening, she asked party workers to work hard to reach out to people and be resilient like the people of Iran, referring to past struggles, including when Jammu and Kashmirs special status was abrogated in 2019. She also criticised Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for not condemning alleged US and Israeli actions against Iran. The Punjab Assembly passed a resolution condemning the attack on Iran, but our assembly couldnt, she said. On law and order, Mehbooba condemned the booking of six Sopore youths under the Public Safety Act (PSA) following protests over an alleged molestation of a schoolgirl by a teacher. We cant justify stone pelting and vandalism. But what will become of their lives? Filing FIRs means they will face difficulty in getting jobs and passport verification, she said, adding that during her tenure she revoked FIRs of around 12,000 youth and ensured minimum use of PSA. Yes, bullets and pellets were fired when youth attacked army camps and torched police stations. God forbid, had I booked people under PSA, thousands would have been in misery today. Look at those ruling today, she said. Separately, PDP leader Iltija Mufti told reporters that the NC-led government didnt go for rationalisation of reservation and removed Urdu from revenue records. The government failed to provide jobs or regularise daily wagers and is blaming the Lieutenant Governor (LG) for wrong decisions, she said. Our party is going through a tough time and we urge workers to stand with the party, she added. Senior PDP leaders, including Abdul Rehman Veeri, Abdul Gafar Sofi, Mehboob Beg, Peer Mansoor, Muhamad Ashraf Malik, Dilawar Mir, Javed Ahmad Sheikh, Farooq Andrabi, Gulzar Ahmad Wani, Shabir Siddiqi and Choudhary Talib Hussain, were present.
Delhi Capitals Director Reflects on Loss to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
New Delhi, April 25: Delhi Capitals cricket director, Venugopal Rao, acknowledged that dropped catches and poor bowling led to their six-wicket defeat against Punjab Kings in the 35th match of IPL 2026. Rao praised KL Rahul for his unbeaten 152 runs and expressed hopes for improved performances from the bowlers in upcoming matches. At Arun ... Read more Delhi Capitals Director Reflects on Loss to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026
AAP to write to RS Chairman demanding disqualification of MPs who crossed over to BJP
Punjab CM seeks time from President, wants recall of MPs.
Survival, Legal Fight, Punjab Battle: What's Next for AAP After MP Exodus
The AAP has said it will seek the disqualification of the seven MPs and take the legal route if there is a delay.
Nothing Serious: Delhi Capitals Director Of Cricket Venugopal Rao On Lungi Ngidi's Injury
Delhi Capitals Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao said pacer Lungi Ngidi's head injury sustained during the IPL clash against Punjab Kings was ot serious.
Sukhbir Badal rebuilds SAD quietly in Punjab
Sukhbir Badal is actively working to strengthen the Akali Dal for upcoming Punjab elections. He is focusing on direct interactions and small gatherings rather than large rallies. The party has seen a positive response from people following their flood relief efforts. An alliance with the BJP is also being considered.
After Virat Kohli, If Anyone Deserves Chase Master Tag, It's Shreyas Iyer: Ex-India Star
Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer continued his incredible chasing record during his side's IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals.
IPL 2026: Chahal Credits Iyers Positivity, Arya And Prabhsimran For Fearless Start In Record Chase
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Punjab Kings leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal said the teams record chase against Delhi Capitals was built on the fearless batting of openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh, while praising captain Shreyas Iyers positivity aiding them in hunting down 265 with seven balls to spare. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Prabhsimran Singh top-scored with 76, as he and Priyansh Arya hit 116 runs in power-play. Iyer then came in to smash a composed 71 not out to ensure PBKS maintained their unbeaten run in the competition. Definitely, we are playing well. Every match we are playing like we always forget about the past. We are playing one match at a time. Definitely, everyone is doing well. Still, we have to play seven more matches. So, we are focused on that only. Prabhsimran and Priyansh gave us the momentum needed in the first 6 overs to chase such a big total. This helped our batters in the middle overs and put the bowlers under pressure. It will be hard for any team to face our batting line-up, Chahal said in the post-match press conference. On the mindset in the dressing room before the chase began, Chahal revealed, We accepted the total and we were all feeling very positive before the innings. We know the quality we possess with the bat. It was a batting friendly wicket. We needed an excellent start if we wanted to chase this total, and we got just that and more from Prabhsimran and Priyansh. After the first 6 overs, we knew we were in the driving seat. Chahal also pointed to the influence of Ricky Ponting on Prabhsimrans development since last year. Ricky has had a massive influence on him. I've faced him in the nets and it is really difficult to bowl to him. People take names of Klaasen and Pooran, but especially in the powerplay because of his fearless batting. Before the innings, he was thinking: if they can score 264, why can't we do the same. The performances you see today are the result of the hard work he has put into his batting over the past few years. I am happy that he is on my team so that I dont have to bowl to him in a competitive setting. The 35-year-old spinner also spoke about the challenges of dealing with the impact sub rule. I can understand why dealing with the impact sub rule can be a bit challenging, but you simply have to adapt because that is what the tournament requires. This is the direction that the format is headed in and we have to find solutions because we cannot change it. Today, it was even more challenging than usual because of how small the ground is. Since IPL 2025, PBKS have been on a roll as a line-up and Chahal explained how the messages of positivity from Iyer have rejuvenated the side. I think from last year, we are the runners-up. When we came to the camp last year, everyone is talking about the positive things only. Before the main camp, we would say that we don't have to think too much. Shreyas had said one thing that no matter what, everyone will think positively, there is no problem, no one will even think once in their mind that this can be done or not. When the environment is so good and positive thoughts are going on, that thing happens and the way the team plays, especially I want to give credit to Prabh and Priyansh. So whenever you chase 220 or even 200+, the way you bat in 6 overs, that becomes a momentum. In middle overs, there is no pressure and today it was 6 over 116 and then the pressure comes on the bowlers because it is a small ground and it is not that easy to bowl here. According to our batting line-up, sometimes it is hard to bowl. On Iyer the bowling captain, Chahal said, I don't think there is much pressure because I think he is a bowler's captain. He talks a lot. He gives us an idea of what our planning is. We adjust our field accordingly. But there is nothing much from his side because he knows that we have to bowl 4 overs. We get complete confidence. From last season till now, we didn't feel that there is any pressure from the captain. Even if we feel bad, we talk about only positive things. So whenever you chase 220 or even 200+, the way you bat in 6 overs, that becomes a momentum. In middle overs, there is no pressure and today it was 6 over 116 and then the pressure comes on the bowlers because it is a small ground and it is not that easy to bowl here. According to our batting line-up, sometimes it is hard to bowl. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It's all about confidence. What kind of mindset does he have? He is a very positive guy. Seriously, I am telling you. We never had a negative conversation, especially when we had to chase 265 here. Even in the dressing room, we never had a negative conversation. He told us to chin up and we are chasing this. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: If We Drop Catches, We Cannot Defend, Need To Improve Fielding And Bowling, Says Rao
Cricket Venugopal Rao: Delhi Capitals (DC) Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao admitted that dropped catches and poor bowling cost his side dearly in their high-scoring six-wicket defeat to Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. At the same time, he praised KL Rahuls unbeaten 152, while stressing on the need to adapt better in future matches. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, DC posted 264/2, but Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh hitting 116 runs in the powerplay along with captain Shreyas Iyer hitting a composed 71 not out off 36 balls helped PBKS chase down 265 with seven balls to spare. Apart from giving Prabhsimran a life early on, Iyer was also given reprieves twice by Karun Nair in a span of five balls at the fag end, which also played a big part in DC suffering its fourth IPL defeat. Yes, I can say that not 2, we dropped almost 6 catches today. See, when you are dropping batters at a crucial time, I do not think we will win these kinds of matches. Chances to players like Prabhsimran, Priyansh Arya and Shreyas, we need to take those. If we drop catches, we cannot defend, Rao said at the post-match press conference. Reflecting on the failed defense, Rao first credited KL for taking the side to a gigantic total. See, after scoring and putting a target of 264, still we could not defend. First of all, credit goes to KL, the way he handled it. Nobody knows how the pitch behaved, but he kept on striking the ball well. The way he played till the last over, hats off. He continued his form. More importantly, in this format, you cannot relax. He took responsibility as a senior player and you saw the difference this year in what he can bring. I am happy for him. We could not get the win, but we will come back strong in the next match. On areas of improvement, especially DC set to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday, Rao said, We will see. Next game when we come, we will answer. There are a lot of positives. But the areas to improve are powerplay bowling and catching. He continued his form. More importantly, in this format, you cannot relax. He took responsibility as a senior player and you saw the difference this year in what he can bring. I am happy for him. We could not get the win, but we will come back strong in the next match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score On Ranji Trophys leading wicket-taker Auqib Nabi yet to leave an impact in the IPL, Rao remarked, Auqib Nabi did well in red-ball cricket. This is his first IPL, it happens to everyone. He will gain experience. We need to back him. It is difficult to get fast bowlers in India and he has done well. He will learn. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: DCs Venugopal Rao Says Ngidi Injury not Serious, Chahal Hopes For Quick Recovery
Cricket Venugopal Rao: Delhi Capitals (DC) Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao said pacer Lungi Ngidis head injury sustained during the IPL clash against Punjab Kings was not serious, even as the South African was taken to Max Hospital in Karol Bagh for tests after being taken off the field in an ambulance. In the third over of Punjab Kings chase, Ngidi fell backwards while trying to catch Priyansh Arya at mid-off, banging his head hard into the turf. He clutched his head immediately and lay on the ground as medical staff rushed in. Play was halted for 15 minutes before Ngidi was stretchered into an ambulance, amidst players, coaches and medical staff having tense expressions. Still, I think it is not serious. He is still in the hospital. We will update, but nothing serious, Rao said after the game ended. On the confusion around concussion substitution, where Dushmantha Chameera was named first and later replaced by Vipraj Nigam, Rao clarified, Only four overseas players are allowed. There is a rule. We cannot take a fifth overseas player. Simple. He stressed that player safety remained paramount, even as Ngidis absence meant DC couldnt defend 264/2. First of all, player safety is always important. Whatever happens, we play this game, but safety comes first. When we see this kind of scoreboard, we missed his 24 balls, four overs, it makes a difference. We hope Lungi Ngidi recovers fast and comes back. I cannot comment on more right now. Punjab Kings leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal also expressed concern and hoped for a speedy recovery for Ngidi. That time I was sitting upstairs. Definitely, it feels bad if someone has an injury, especially, head injuries are always very dangerous. Hopefully, he will get well soon because even yesterday, I think, a net bowler got hit by a ball and was taken to hospital. So, whenever these things happen, obviously, everyone feels bad. We just want him to get well soon and come back to the ground, Chahal said. Punjab Kings leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal also expressed concern and hoped for a speedy recovery for Ngidi. That time I was sitting upstairs. Definitely, it feels bad if someone has an injury, especially, head injuries are always very dangerous. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Delhi Capitals had posted 264/2 on the back of KL Rahuls unbeaten 152, but Punjab Kings chased it down with seven balls to spare, registering the highest successful chase in IPL history. Article Source: IANS
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Running out of words...: PBKS skipper Iyer awestruck after team chases record-breaking 265 vs DC
Punjab Kings secured a historic victory by chasing down 265 runs against Delhi Capitals. KL Rahul's remarkable 152 not out was a highlight of the match. The team focused on a strong powerplay to achieve the massive target. This win extends Punjab Kings' unbeaten streak in the tournament.
Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer continued his incredible chasing record during his side's IPL 2026 match against Delhi Capitals.
Lungi Ngidi injury: Why DC picked Vipraj over Chameera as concussion substitute
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.
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Captain Axar Patel Says Delhi Capitals Deserved To Lose Against Punjab Kings. Here's The Reason
Punjab Kings extended their unbeaten streak with another thriller, pulling off a record-breaking chase of 265 - the highest in T20 history - against Delhi Capitals.
Update on Lungi Ngidis Condition After Injury
New Delhi, April 25: Delhi Capitals have provided a significant update regarding Lungi Ngidis injury. Ngidi sustained a serious head injury while attempting to catch a ball during the 35th match of IPL 2026 against Punjab Kings, leading to his immediate transfer to a hospital. In a statement on their social media account X, Delhi ... Read more Update on Lungi Ngidis Condition After Injury
Xavier Bartlett conceded 69 runs in his quota of four overs while taking a crucial wicket of Nitish Rana.
While Prabhsimran Singh: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer said his teams mindset during the high-scoring IPL clash was simple - to score one more run than the Delhi Capitals and get a victory, while praising KL Rahuls innings and the openers blazing start. Iyers words come after PBKS hunted down a record 265 with seven balls to spare. While Prabhsimran Singh top-scored with 76, Iyer himself made 71 not out to ensure PBKS maintained their unbeaten run in the competition. It also meant that Rahuls majestic 152 not out the highest score by an Indian batter in the IPL went in vain. In my mind, I was just saying that whatever they get from here on, I think we just have to score one more run and ensure we become victorious. And that was the mindset, nothing more, honestly speaking, because whatever balls the bowlers were bowling at that particular time, I think he was improvising and he (Rahul) was playing beautiful shots. So it didn't look like he was trying really hard. I just said to myself that if they can, we can too. We discussed that in the previous games, we chased around 220225 with two overs left. So the mindset was very much similar. Get as many runs as possible in the powerplay and they just went bonkers from ball one and steadied the ship for us. And the rest of us, we just wanted to capitalise on the start, Iyer said after the match ended. Asked about his thoughts on Rahuls knock, Iyer said, I'm running out of words, honestly speaking, because first of all, it was scorching hot to come out there and see bowlers getting hit for fours and sixes, you kind of lose your mindset. You don't know what to do in such a situation, but I know how the wicket was. We were actually presuming the wicket would turn, but there wasn't much turn to offer. Probably after the powerplay, when Yuzi (Chahal) came in to bowl, the ball was holding a bit, but wasn't creating much of an impact. Kudos to KL (Rahul). The way he played was fabulous and pleasing to the eye, he said. Talking about PBKS being listless in bowling and fielding, Iyer said, Right now, we just want to have as much fun as possible and relax because we had three days of hard work, practicing in the heat and playing in the heat. So, relax a bit and then the day after, we'll rejuvenate and probably go back to the drawing board to see how we can come back stronger and plan successfully regarding the opponents we'll be playing in the future. Opener Priyansh Arya, who hit 43 off 17 balls and blasted 116 runs in power-play alongside Prabhsimran, said the duo had a clear plan to make as many runs as possible. We were talking among ourselves that if we try to score 80 in the first six overs, then we can easily make 100 runs if we bat smartly. That was the thing working for us. The pitch was very good. I had belief that we could chase it. So, relax a bit and then the day after, we'll rejuvenate and probably go back to the drawing board to see how we can come back stronger and plan successfully regarding the opponents we'll be playing in the future. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Ricky Ponting said that if we play our best game, we can chase it comfortably. And we are the best team till now in the Indian Premier League. So if we play our best game, we can chase it. Just keep self-belief, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Runs rack up, catches go down, records tumble and Shreyas Iyer-led PBKS remain unbeaten
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.
Axar Patel's brutal verdict: 'We deserved to lose' after horror show
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.
IPL 2026: Rahuls Unbeaten 152 In Vain As PBKS Complete Record Chase, Beat DC By Six Wickets (Ld)
Arun Jaitley Stadium: On a sweltering 41-degree day, 529 runs were plundered in 38.5 overs in a keenly awaited IPL 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. In a match that yet again defined the modern-day scoring rate in T20 cricket, Punjab Kings scripted history by successfully upstaging their previous record to chase down 265 and defeat Delhi Capitals by six wickets. It was a day when records fell like ninepins, starting from a monumental, unbeaten 152 off 67 balls hit by KL Rahul - the highest score by an Indian batter in the IPL and mens T20 cricket. Rahuls innings was a blend of technical elegance and sheer boundary hitting, as he became only the third player in IPL history, after Chris Gayle and Brendon McCullum, to get a score above 150. Though Rahuls efforts and Nitish Ranas 91 off 44 balls, with the duo sharing a mammoth 220-run stand, took DC to 264/2, it was ultimately overshadowed by a collective display of breathless and ruthless batting from table-toppers PBKS. Chasing a gigantic 265, PBKS batters displayed breathtaking audacity, something which has been their trademark in the competition, to hunt down the total with seven balls to spare. The foundation of the record-breaking chase was a ferocious powerplay, where Prabhsimran (76 off 26 balls, nine fours and five sixes) and Priyansh Arya (43 off 17 balls) plundered 116 runs. Despite a brief middle-order wobble caused by Kuldeep Yadav, captain Shreyas Iyer anchored the finish with a composed, unbeaten 71 off 36 balls, studded with three fours and six sixes. Iyer was dropped twice by Karun Nair at the fag end and was well-supported by Shashank Singh (19 not out) as the table-toppers got over the line with clinical ease to prove that no target is safe in the current T20 cricket era. Pathum Nissanka got the scoreboard moving for DC with a flicked boundary off Arshdeep Singh, while Rahul kickstarted his innings by dispatching Xavier Bartlett through a drive and flick. Arshdeep provided a breakthrough in the third over as Nissanka top-edged a pull to the wicketkeeper. However, the setback did little to slow DC's momentum as Rahul finished the over with a massive pulled six. With Rana hitting four boundaries in his first ten balls, Rahul continued his aggressive approach, pulling Vyshak Vijaykumar and Marco Jansen for six and four. DC ended the powerplay at 68/1, their highest score in this phase in IPL 2026. After launching Yuzvendra Chahal over long-on for a maximum, Rahul reached his fifty in 26 deliveries. Rana shifted gears in sensational fashion to bring up his fifty off 29 balls with back-to-back scooped boundaries off Bartlett. Rahul showed no mercy, dismantling Arshdeep for three fours and a six, while showcasing a range of shots that left the PBKS fielders as mere spectators. He reached his century in 47 balls by punching Jansen down the ground and brought out his trademark celebrations. Rahul showed no signs of slowing down, carting Vyshak for three sixes and a boundary in a 24-run over. Rana survived a scare in the 17th over when Marcus Stoinis completed a sliding catch, but the third umpire ruled the boot had made contact with the boundary rope, resulting in a six. Rana eventually fell for 91, as Iyer took a stunning one-handed catch at extra cover. Rahul then scooped and upper-cut to go past 150, as DC put PBKS on the path of what appeared to be an insurmountable total. Arya launched the chase in style by smashing the first ball from Auqib Nabi over mid-wicket for six - his second such feat in the IPL and joined Yashasvi Jaiswal in this rare club. When Nabi pitched it too short, Prabhsimran pulled him for a six, as 15 runs came off the opening over. After Nabi put down a chance of Prabhsimran at backward point, Arya whipped a full toss for six, while Prabhsimran punished loose deliveries to get a four and six. The chase, however, was momentarily overshadowed by a serious head injury to DC pacer Lungi Ngidi in the third over. Attempting a difficult backtracking catch after Arya mistimed off Axar Patel, Ngidi landed heavily on his head and had to be stretchered off the field in an ambulance, amid silent and concerned faces in both teams and fans inside the stadium. Once play resumed, PBKSs aggression reached a fever pitch. Priyansh hammered Axar for successive sixes, and was followed by him and Prabhsimran taking 27 runs off Nabi in the fourth over, including three sixes hit by the latter. The Powerplay concluded with Mukesh being decimated for six consecutive fours by a rampant Prabhsimran, who reached his fifty in 18 balls, as 24 runs came off it for PBKS to sign off with 116/0. Some respite came for DC when Arya holed out to deep midwicket for 43 off 17 balls. Kuldeep Yadav turned the tide for DC - trapping Prabhsimran lbw before castling Cooper Connolly with a googly. Despite the double blows, Shreyas Iyer and Nehal Wadhera hit five boundaries between themselves from overs 11-15 to keep the asking rate in check. Priyansh hammered Axar for successive sixes, and was followed by him and Prabhsimran taking 27 runs off Nabi in the fourth over, including three sixes hit by the latter. The Powerplay concluded with Mukesh being decimated for six consecutive fours by a rampant Prabhsimran, who reached his fifty in 18 balls, as 24 runs came off it for PBKS to sign off with 116/0. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Delhi Capitals 264/2 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 152 not out, Nitish Rana 91; Arshdeep Singh 1-49, Xavier Bartlett 1-69) lost to Punjab Kings 265/4 in 18.5 overs (Prabhsimran Singh 76, Shreyas Iyer 71 not out; Kuldeep Yadav 2-46, Vipraj Nigam 1-24) by six wickets. Article Source: IANS
PBKS Achieves Historic IPL Chase Against DC
New Delhi, April 25: The Punjab Kings (PBKS) made history at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium by successfully chasing down a target of 265 runs against the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 35th match of IPL 2026 on Saturday. This remarkable achievement marks the highest run chase in IPL history. The PBKS batsmen reached the ... Read more PBKS Achieves Historic IPL Chase Against DC
Punjab Kings Triumph Over Delhi Capitals in High-Scoring IPL Match
New Delhi, April 25: Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured a remarkable victory against Delhi Capitals (DC) by six wickets in the 35th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Chasing a daunting target of 265 runs, PBKS has now solidified its position at the top of the points table, having won six out of seven ... Read more Punjab Kings Triumph Over Delhi Capitals in High-Scoring IPL Match
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Punjab Kings script record chase against DC to stay unbeaten in IPL
Punjab Kings scripted history with the highest T20 chase, successfully chasing down 265 runs against Delhi Capitals. Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya provided a strong start. KL Rahul's 152 and Nitish Rana's 91 powered Delhi Capitals to 264 for 2. Punjab Kings secured their sixth win of the season, remaining unbeaten and on top of the points table.
Punjab Kings Achieve Historic IPL Run Chase Against Delhi Capitals
New Delhi, April 25: The Punjab Kings made history at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. In the 35th match of IPL 2026, they successfully chased down a target of 265 runs against the Delhi Capitals (DC). This remarkable feat marks the highest run chase in IPL history. The Punjab Kings achieved the daunting target in ... Read more Punjab Kings Achieve Historic IPL Run Chase Against Delhi Capitals
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 continued their red-hot form this IPL season and bettered their record for the highest-ever successful run chase, defeating Delhi Capitals by six wickets in New Delhi
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L-G TS Sandhu Joins Spectators In Cricket Stadium To Cheer Delhi Team
Delhi Lieutenant Governor: Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Saturday donned the colours of the Delhi Capitals IPL team and joined thousands of cricket fans at Arun Jaitley Stadium in cheering the citys team. As Sandhu, wearing a blue DC T-shirt, occupied a seat in the public stands, his co-spectators clicked selfies with him and cheered the home team with him. In a post on social media, the Lieutenant Governor said, Enjoyed the electrifying contest between @DelhiCapitals and @PunjabKingsIPLat the Arun Jaitley Stadium today. The energy in the stands reflects the vibrant sporting spirit of our capital. Beyond the action on the field, its the passion and enthusiasm of the youth that bring the game to life. Wishing both teams the very best - may the game be played in the finest spirit of sportsmanship! he said. Sandhus public appearances and free mingling with citizens during his visits to colonies and commercial areas appear to be rewriting the rules of accessibility for the top-most constitutional functionary in the Delhi administration. In the past, he has interacted with citizens during surprise visits to Chandni Chowk, Delhi University, Connaught Place and other areas, emphasising that a direct on-ground engagement ensures that administrative execution remains aligned with the highest standards of service delivery. The Lieutenant Governor had visited the cricket stadium earlier this month as well. A day before an IPL match between DC and MI, Sandhu visited the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on April 3 to review the preparations and interacted with players and ground staff. In a post on X, the L-G said: Visited the Arun Jaitley Stadium today and interacted with players ahead of tomorrows much-anticipated IPL encounter between @DelhiCapitals and @mipaltan. The Lieutenant Governor had visited the cricket stadium earlier this month as well. A day before an IPL match between DC and MI, Sandhu visited the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on April 3 to review the preparations and interacted with players and ground staff. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Also interacted with @ImRo45 and @surya_14kumar from the Mumbai Indians squad. It is always encouraging to see such world-class talent and experience representing the very best of Indian cricket, he said. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Prabhsimran, Iyer Fifties Help PBKS Hunt Down 265; Beat DC By Six Wickets
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Powered by rollicking fifties from Prabhsimran Singh and skipper Shreyas Iyer, Punjab Kings pulled off the highest successful run chase in IPL history to beat Delhi Capitals by six wickets in a high-scoring clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing a gigantic 265, PBKS batters displayed breathtaking audacity, something which has been their trademark in the competition, to hunt down the total with seven balls to spare. The foundation of the record-breaking chase was a ferocious powerplay, where Prabhsimran (76 off 26 balls, nine fours and five sixes) and Priyansh Arya (43 off 17 balls) plundered 116 runs. Despite a brief middle-order wobble caused by Kuldeep Yadav, captain Shreyas Iyer anchored the finish with a composed, unbeaten 71 off 36 balls, studded with three fours and six sixes. Iyer was well-supported by Shashank Singh (19 not out) as the table-toppers got over the line with clinical ease. The result meant that KL Rahuls historic 152 not out - the highest score by an Indian in the IPL - ended in a losing cause. While Rahuls masterclass had earlier powered DC to 264/2, PBKS relentless aggression proved that no target is safe in the current T20 cricket era. Arya launched the chase in style by smashing the first ball from Auqib Nabi over mid-wicket for six - his second such feat in the IPL and joined Yashasvi Jaiswal in this rare club. When Nabi pitched it too short, Prabhsimran pulled him for a six, as 15 runs came off the opening over. After Nabi put down a chance of Prabhsimran at backward point, Arya whipped a full toss for six, while Prabhsimran punished loose deliveries to get a four and six. The chase, however, was momentarily overshadowed by a serious head injury to DC pacer Lungi Ngidi in the third over. Attempting a difficult backtracking catch after Arya mistimed off Axar Patel, Ngidi landed heavily on his head and had to be stretchered off the field in an ambulance, amid silent and concerned faces in both teams and fans inside the stadium. Once play resumed, PBKSs aggression reached a fever pitch. Priyansh hammered Axar for successive sixes, and was followed by him and Prabhsimran taking 27 runs off Nabi in the fourth over, including three sixes hit by the latter. The Powerplay concluded with Mukesh being decimated for six consecutive fours by a rampant Prabhsimran, who reached his fifty in 18 balls, as 24 runs came off it for PBKS to sign off with 116/0. Some respite came for DC when Arya perished in an attempt to get his sixth catch and holed out to deep midwicket for 43 off 17 balls. Kuldeep Yadav came in to turn the tide for DC - trapping Prabhsimran lbw before castling Cooper Connolly with a googly. Despite the double blows, Shreyas Iyer and Nehal Wadhera hit five boundaries between themselves from overs 11-15 to keep the asking rate in check. Priyansh hammered Axar for successive sixes, and was followed by him and Prabhsimran taking 27 runs off Nabi in the fourth over, including three sixes hit by the latter. The Powerplay concluded with Mukesh being decimated for six consecutive fours by a rampant Prabhsimran, who reached his fifty in 18 balls, as 24 runs came off it for PBKS to sign off with 116/0. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: Delhi Capitals 264/2 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 152 not out, Nitish Rana 91; Arshdeep Singh 1-49, Xavier Bartlett 1-69) lost to Punjab Kings 265/4 in 18.5 overs (Prabhsimran Singh 76, Shreyas Iyer 71 not out; Kuldeep Yadav 2-46, Vipraj Nigam 1-24) by six wickets Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Prabhsimran Singh Achieves Remarkable Feat with Six Fours in One Over
New Delhi, April 25: In the 35th match of IPL 2026, Punjab Kings (PBKS) faced off against Delhi Capitals (DC). Prabhsimran Singh, a batsman for Punjab Kings, made history by hitting six fours in a single over bowled by Mukesh Kumar. He became only the third player in IPL history to achieve this remarkable feat. ... Read more IPL 2026: Prabhsimran Singh Achieves Remarkable Feat with Six Fours in One Over
IPL 2026: Various Tests Underway On Injured DC Pacer Ngidi, Results Awaited
Max Super Speciality Hospital: Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi is undergoing medical tests at a city hospital after suffering a nasty head injury during the IPL clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, with the result of those reports still awaited. Various tests are still being conducted on injured Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi at the Max Super Speciality Hospital in Karol Bagh. Reports of it are still awaited. It is to be noted that he was unconscious when he was taken off the field in the ambulance, said sources at the venue to IANS on Saturday. In the IPL 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Ngidi fell awkwardly while attempting to take a catch off Priyansh Arya in the third over of Punjab Kings chase. Arya tried to loft Axar Patel over mid-off, but Ngidi backtracked from mid-off, misjudged the trajectory, and fell heavily on his backside. In the process, Ngidi hit the back of his head onto the ground and grimaced in pain for a long time. Everyone on the field wore tense expressions as medical staff rushed in, with the DC physio and team doctor attending to Ngidi on the ground, as play was halted for 15 minutes. A stretcher was brought out as the crowd fell silent, sensing the seriousness of the situation. Ngidis teammates David Miller and Tristan Stubbs looked visibly shaken, while DC coach Hemang Badani gestured for a neck brace to be applied to him. In the process, Ngidi hit the back of his head onto the ground and grimaced in pain for a long time. Everyone on the field wore tense expressions as medical staff rushed in, with the DC physio and team doctor attending to Ngidi on the ground, as play was halted for 15 minutes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score A neck brace was slid under his head before he was strapped onto the stretcher and then taken off the field in an ambulance. Ngidi was replaced in DCs playing eleven by leg-spin bowling all-rounder Vipraj Nigam, who came in as a concussion substitute. Article Source: IANS
AAP holds protests outside residences of MPs Rajinder Gupta, Harbhajan Singh, Ashok Mittal
Aam Aadmi Party workers protested outside the homes of Rajya Sabha MPs who recently switched to the Bharatiya Janata Party. Protesters labelled the defectors as 'traitors' in Ludhiana and Jalandhar. AAP leaders stated the BJP is attempting to destabilise the party through conspiracies. They asserted that AAP remains united and committed to serving Punjab, with betrayers facing public accountability.
IPL 2026: Punjab Kings script history, become second-fastest team to...
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.
Delhi Capitals Set IPL Record with Historic 264 Runs Against Punjab Kings
New Delhi, April 25: In a thrilling encounter of IPL 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) faced off against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their 35th match. Batting first at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, the Delhi Capitals scored a staggering 264 runs for the loss of just 2 wickets in their 20 overs. This marks ... Read more Delhi Capitals Set IPL Record with Historic 264 Runs Against Punjab Kings
DC's Lungi Ngidi in Hospital After Banging his Head into Field
Ngidi was trying to pouch a mishit from Punjab opener Priyansh Arya off Axar Patel on the third ball of the second over, but he grossly misjudged the travel path of the ball, which went past his outstretched right hand while he was on airborne.
South African pacer Lungi Ngidi pacer suffered a nasty injury during Delhi Capitals' IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings on Saturday.
IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi Suffers Nasty Head Injury, Stretchered Off At Arun Jaitley Stadium
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Delhi Capitals fast bowler Lungi Ngidi suffered a frightening head injury while attempting to take a catch during the ongoing IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, and was stretchered off the field in an ambulance. The incident occurred in the third over when left-handed opener Priyansh Arya tried to loft Axar Patel over mid-off. Ngidi backtracked for taking the catch, but misjudged the trajectory, and fell heavily on his backside. In the process, Ngidi hit the back of his head onto the ground. But Ngidi stayed down in visible pain for a longer time, as everyone on the field wore tense expressions. Medical staff rushed in, with the DC physio and team doctor attending to Ngidi on the ground. A stretcher was brought out as the crowd fell silent, sensing the seriousness of the situation. Ngidis teammates David Miller and Tristan Stubbs looked visibly shaken, while DC coach Hemang Badani gestured for a neck brace to be applied to him. To add more to the scary and disturbing scenes, an ambulance was wheeled onto the ground as doctors and physios along with players and coaches surrounded the pacer. Though Ngidi was able to communicate with the medical staff via hand gestures, he wasnt able to move his neck and head regions. A neck brace was slid under his head before he was strapped onto the stretcher. Ricky Ponting, head coach of Punjab Kings, also walked to the middle to check on Ngidi. Ngidis teammates David Miller and Tristan Stubbs looked visibly shaken, while DC coach Hemang Badani gestured for a neck brace to be applied to him. To add more to the scary and disturbing scenes, an ambulance was wheeled onto the ground as doctors and physios along with players and coaches surrounded the pacer. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Dushmantha Chameera, the Sri Lankan pacer, has now been named as a concussion substitute for Ngidi for the remainder of the clash, which resumed nearly 15 minutes later. The hope remains that Ngidi recovers totally from what appeared to be a very nasty blow to his head. Article Source: IANS
KL Rahul creates IPL history with unique 3-franchise century feat
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.
IPL 2026: KL Rahul now first Indian batsman to score 152 runs; check five highest individual scores
KL Rahul smashed an unbeaten 152, becoming the first Indian to score 150+ in the IPL and setting a new Delhi Capitals record. He and Nitish Rana (91) forged a 220-run partnership, the second-highest in IPL history, powering Delhi to 264/2 against Punjab Kings.
What Has Happened To Ngidi - DC Star Suffers Nasty Injury, Ambulance Arrives
South African pacer Lungi Ngidi pacer suffered a nasty injury during Delhi Capitals' IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings on Saturday.
Scary scenes! Lungi Ngidi taken off in ambulance after suffering head injury
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.
IPL: KL Rahul's 152*, Nitish Rana's 91 guide Delhi Capitals to record 264/2 against Punjab Kings
Delhi Capitals unleashed a cricketing spectacle, amassing an impressive 264/2 against Punjab Kings. KL Rahul was the star of the show, remaining unbeaten on 152, while Nitish Rana contributed a solid 91. Their monumental partnership of 220 runs stands as the second-highest ever in IPL history.
Unstoppable, Unbelievable - Adjectives are falling short for KL Rahul after what he did for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings in an IPL 2026 match
