Rajasthan man held for impersonating IPS officer in cyber fraud
Our Bureau SHILLONG/NONGPOH, May 26: In a significant breakthrough, Ri-Bhoi Police have arrested a man from Rajasthan for allegedly impersonating an IPS officer through a fake social media profile and cheating a victim of money. The accused, identified as Jahul Ali, son of Farukh Khan and a resident of Kakrali Meo in Alwar district, Rajasthan, []
Rajasthan Tourism Roadshow Held in Beijing to Attract Chinese Visitors
Beijing, May 26: Rajasthan, one of Indias most beautiful states, is renowned for its forts, palaces, and vibrant culture. Millions of tourists visit each year. However, the number of Chinese tourists traveling to Rajasthan remains low compared to other countries. To address this, a Rajasthan Tourism Roadshow was organized in China to promote tourism. On ... Read more Rajasthan Tourism Roadshow Held in Beijing to Attract Chinese Visitors
To avoid Rajasthan-like crisis, Cong opts for compromise over disruption
Even as the Congress officially declared that Siddaramaiah will continue to be the chief minister of Karnataka, multiple reports citing sources revealed that he will step down later this week and make way for D.K. Shivakumar to take over the top post in the state. What will Siddaramaiah get in return? Sources have claimed that Siddaramaiah has been offered a Rajya Sabha berth and asked to play a national role from Delhi. His son Yathindra Siddaramaiah is likely to be deputy chief minister. Meanwhile, Siddaramaiah is yet give nod to the high command's proposal and sought more time to decide on the issue. Minister loyal to Siddaramaiah and his close aides have reportedly asked him to weigh in all his options before deciding on resigning as CM. The reports come after a day-long discussions between the Congress high command and the state top brass. AICC General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal said the party discussed only the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections and vacant MLC seats. Whatever speculation you people are doing, that is only speculation. No reality at all, said Venugopal denying reports of Siddaramaiah stepping down. He was addressing the media while flanked by Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar. The candidates of Rajya Sabha and Council seats of Karnataka will be announced along with the other seats like Chhattisgarh, like Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Jharkhand, like these states. That's all, he said. The nominations for the Rajya Sabha elections have to be filed by June 8. If Shivakumar becomes chief minister, it will put an end to years-long power tussle in the Karnataka Congress unit as his supporters have been claiming that the top job was promised to their leader during the 2023 assembly elections. In November, when the Congress government completed its halfway mark, Shivakumar's supporters camped in Delhi to seek the chief minister's post for their leader. However, Siddaramiah asserted that he wanted to complete the full five-year term as CM. Amid uncertainty in the state leadership, Leader of Opposition in Karnataka assembly R. Ashoka on Tuesday said the power struggle between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar had pushed the government into a coma stage. The CM had said that Ministers will have to tour districts once in 15 days, but the CM himself is not following it. No one is touring their district to address public grievances, everyone is on a Delhi tour... It was said that grievance redressal meetings are not being held. Everyone is on a Delhi tour, Ashoka said.
Rajasthan Health Crisis: Controversial Oxytocin Injections Linked to Maternal Deaths
Jaipur, May 26: A serious health crisis has emerged in Rajasthan following the discovery of substandard oxytocin injections manufactured by Jackson Laboratories. These injections were linked to maternal deaths in Kota, prompting an immediate investigation. Authorities confirmed that disciplinary action is being taken against the company, and a statewide ban on the sale and use ... Read more Rajasthan Health Crisis: Controversial Oxytocin Injections Linked to Maternal Deaths
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The Congress high command on Tuesday put an end to speculations of a likely May revolution in Karnataka government, saying Siddaramaiah will continue to be chief minister. Adressing media outside Indira Bhawan in the presence of Siddaramaiah and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, AICC General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal said there was no truth to the speculation about change in Karnataka chief minister. Whatever speculation you people are doing, that is only speculation. No reality at all, said Venugopal. He clarified that the Congress top leaders' meeting with Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar focused on the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections and Karnataka MLC seats. The candidates of Rajya Sabha and Council seats of Karnataka will be announced along with the other seats like Chhattisgarh, like Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Jharkhand, like these states. That's all, he added. Ever since the Congress came to power in 2023, Shivakumar's supporters have been seeking his appointment as CM in line with a previously agreed power-sharing formula with Siddaramaiah. Back then, Kharge said that the high command would give the medicine when required. People in the high command Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and I will sit together and deliberate on this... We will give the medicine when required, he said.
Rajasthan High Court bars stalking accused from social media as condition for bail
The Rajasthan High Court recently directed a 20-year-old man accused of child sexual harassment and online stalking to stay away from all social media platforms for a period of one year while granting him bail. The single-judge Bench of Justice Ashok Kumar Jain banned the petitioner from using any social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, [] The post Rajasthan High Court bars stalking accused from social media as condition for bail appeared first on India Legal .
SRH vs RR Eliminator: Batters vs bowlers matchups that could decide IPL playoff
IPL 2026 SRH vs RR Eliminator: Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals clash in the IPL 2026 Eliminator on May 27 in New Chandigarh. SRH, enjoying a strong league campaign and a five-match winning streak against RR, are favored. RR, who secured their playoff spot late, will look to key players like Jofra Archer and Ravindra Jadeja to turn their fortunes around in this crucial knockout encounter.
Cricket stars Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Dhruv Jurel took on a fun Red Bull challenge, aiming for 60 runs in 30 balls with a unique spinning wheel determining scores. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals are gearing up for a crucial IPL 2026 Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad, fresh off a strong playoff qualification.
NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak Scandal: The Names Behind The Multi-State Racket Exposed
NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak Scandal: The case is currently being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which has so far arrested 11 accused from multiple states, including Delhi, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, off
SRH vs RR Match Eliminator, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
SRH vs GT Eliminator, Cricket Tips :The Eliminator of the Indian Premier League 2026 will host a face-off between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals. This game will commence on Wednesday at 7:30 PM IST at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh. One of these two teams will be eliminated from the competition. SRH are coming off a 55-run win over RCB and are looking good. They have a strong batting unit with good bowling options. RR have not been that consistent as they are overly dependent on their top order. With the ball, Jofra Archer has led the way. SRH vs RR: Match Details Date : May 27, 2026 (Wednesday) Time : 7:30 PM IST Venue : Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh SRH vs RR: Live Streaming Details The live action of the SRH vs RR clash will be available on Star Sports Networks. Fans can also access the live stream through the Jio Hotstar app or website. SRH vs RR Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 23 SRH : 14 RR : 09 No - Result : 00 SRH vs RR: Ground Pitch Report The wicket in New Chandigarh is flat and a good one for batters. This is a high-scoring game where all three last matches have recorded a score of 200 or more across six innings. There is not much assistance for the bowlers in this wicket. The wicket will slow down with time, and batting first will be better. SRH vs RR Possible XIs SRH : Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Heinrich Klaasen, Ishan Kishan (wk), Salil Arora, Smaran Ravichandran, Nitish Reddy, Shivang Kumar, Pat Cummins (c), Eshan Malinga, Sakib Hussain RR : Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Dasun Shanaka, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma SRH vs RR Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ishan Kishan has won consecutive MOTM awards, and he is in incredible form. For SRH, he will be the big wicket. For RR, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is the key. If he gets going, any total is easy for his team. Probable Best Bowler Jofra Archer is breathing fire with the ball. He is the biggest weapon for RR. For SRH, Eshan Malinga has been exceptional. His change of pace is hard to pick. Today Match Prediction : Both teams reached here after some good work. But Sunrisers Hyderabad have been more dominating and have already beaten RR twice in group matches. Hence, we predict SRH to win the Eliminator. SRH vs RR Eliminator, IPL 2026, Today 2026 Match, SRH vs RR 2026 Prediction, SRH vs RR Predicted XIs, Injury Update for SRH vs RR Match Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
Amit Shah announces 1,096-km border road project, new fencing & water supply for Rajasthan BOPs
BSF boosted morale of people living in frontier districts during Operation Sindoor: Amit Shah
Bikaner, May 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday praised the BSF for its role during Operation Sindoor, saying the force did not only guard the border firmly but also boosted the morale of the people living in frontier districts. Addressing BSF personnel at the Sanchu border outpost in Rajasthan's Bikaner district, Shah paid tribute to more than 2,000 BSF personnel who have laid down their lives since the force was raised. He said BSF jawans have served in extreme conditions ranging from deserts and dense forests to snow-covered regions with extreme climate conditions, displaying courage, discipline and the spirit of supreme sacrifice. The sacrifice of these personnel is a debt on 140 crore Indians and the nation is proud of them, Shah said. The home minister also inaugurated women's barracks at the outpost and said women personnel had proved their capabilities by performing beyond expectations in border security duties. He said infrastructure for women personnel was being expanded and facilities at all border posts would be strengthened by 2030. Referring to the 1965 India-Pakistan war, Shah said the Sanchu outpost holds historical significance as security personnel had successfully defended it despite heavy attacks by Pakistani forces. He also highlighted steps being taken to improve border infrastructure in Rajasthan, including road construction, new fencing designs and water pipeline connectivity to 180 border posts. Shah said the Centre had expanded the BSF's jurisdiction to 50 kilometres from the International Border, keeping in mind the emerging security challenges such as infiltration, smuggling and drone-based narcotics trafficking. Shah said border security could no longer rely solely on traditional methods and called for close coordination among state police forces and state administrations to strengthen the security grid. He also stressed the need to remain vigilant against demographic changes caused by cross-border infiltration and said agencies should closely monitor activities in villages located near the border.
NMMS Rajasthan result 2026 released at rajshaladarpan.rajasthan.gov.in; direct link to download here
The Rajasthan State Council of Educational Research and Training has released the NMMS Rajasthan Result 2026. Students can now check their scores for the 2025-26 scholarship examination online. This scheme supports meritorious students from economically weaker sections with an annual scholarship of Rs 12,000. The results are available on the official website.
The enigmatic Riyan Parag tides over trolls, injury, patchy form to justify RR''s captaincy choice
Riyan Parag has led Rajasthan Royals to an IPL playoff berth. Despite past criticism and recent challenges, his batting and captaincy have been crucial. He overcame a slow start and injury to guide the team. Parag's journey highlights resilience and belief from the franchise management. He aims to take the Royals further in the tournament.
BSF Boosted Morale Of People Living In Frontier Districts During Operation Sindoor: Shah
BIKANER, May 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday praised the BSF for its role during Operation Sindoor, saying the force did not only guard the border firmly but also boosted the morale of the people living in frontier districts. Addressing BSF personnel at the Sanchu border outpost in Rajasthans Bikaner district, Shah paid tribute to more than 2,000 BSF personnel who have laid down their lives since the force was raised. He said BSF jawans have served in [] The post BSF Boosted Morale Of People Living In Frontier Districts During Operation Sindoor: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajasthan Farmers Get AI Tools For Crop Health And Real Time Weather Updates
The Rajasthan Agriculture Department has partnered with Wadhwani AI to provide 95 lakh farmers with real time updates and artificial intelligence solutions for crop diseases, weather changes, and irrigation management.
NEEV Foundation Launches 'Iss Garmi, Farq Nazar Aayega' Summer Relief Campaign Across Six States
With temperatures breaching 45°C across large parts of India, NEEV Foundation has mounted a large-scale summer relief campaign, “ Iss Garmi, Farq Nazar Aayega ,” targeting outdoor workers, the general public, stray animals and birds bearing the brunt of this season’s extreme heat. The initiative is being rolled out across six states including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Maharashtra. NEEV Foundation launches ‘Iss Garmi, Farq Nazar Aayega’ summer relief campaign across six states NEEV Foundation is deploying 60 relief vans to distribute clean, cold drinking water at high-footfall public areas and directly to those working long hours in the open, including traffic police personnel, delivery executives, construction workers, street vendors and autorickshaw drivers. Alongside water, the vans will distribute ORS pouches and protective caps to counter heat exposure and help replenish minerals lost to excessive perspiration. Acknowledging that the crisis extends beyond human welfare, the Foundation has installed water tanks for stray animals and placed bird feeders and water trays across multiple locations. The campaign is anchored in a simple idea of access and empathy. As the foundation describes it: “The thirsty always come to the well. This summer, we decided to take the well to the thirsty.” Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Vivek Patni, Director – Wonder Cement and Founder of Neev Foundation said, “India’s summers are becoming increasingly harsh for people who spend most of their day outdoors. Through this campaign, we wanted to create immediate, accessible relief for those who keep our cities functioning despite extreme weather conditions. Sometimes the most meaningful interventions are also the simplest, whether it is offering a glass of water, a moment of shade or basic support during difficult conditions .” He added, “ NEEV was founded on the belief that social responsibility begins with showing up for people when they need support the most. We hope this campaign also encourages citizens to participate in small acts of care, from keeping water outside homes for birds and stray animals to supporting delivery personnel and outdoor workers during peak summer hours. Collective action often begins with individual awareness. Sometimes, a small beginning brings a big change and starts a revolution .” The campaign carries a deliberate public mobilisation intent, seeking to deepen community participation in heat relief at a time when rising temperatures are emerging as a sustained challenge across urban and rural India. The seasonal effort is part of a broader development mandate. NEEV Foundation’s Rural Development Centre in Nimbahera anchors its long-term work, which spans skill development for women under the Hunar programme, community infrastructure through Sanrachna, educational support under Udaan, healthcare outreach through Arogyam and sustainability initiatives under Eco Green. With temperatures breaching 45°C across large parts of India, NEEV Foundation has mounted a large-scale summer relief campaign, “Iss Garmi, Farq Nazar Aayega,” targeting outdoor workers, the general public, stray animals and birds bearing the brunt of this season’s extreme heat. The initiative is being rolled out across six states including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Maharashtra. NEEV Foundation is deploying 60 relief vans to distribute clean, cold drinking water at high-footfall public areas and directly to those working long hours in the open, including traffic police personnel, delivery executives, construction workers, street vendors and autorickshaw drivers. Alongside water, the vans will distribute ORS pouches and protective caps to counter heat exposure and help replenish minerals lost to excessive perspiration. Acknowledging that the crisis extends beyond human welfare, the Foundation has installed water tanks for stray animals and placed bird feeders and water trays across multiple locations. The campaign is anchored in a simple idea of access and empathy. As the foundation describes it: “The thirsty always come to the well. This summer, we decided to take the well to the thirsty.” Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Vivek Patni, Director – Wonder Cement and Founder of Neev Foundation said, “ India’s summers are becoming increasingly harsh for people who spend most of their day outdoors. Through this campaign, we wanted to create immediate, accessible relief for those who keep our cities functioning despite extreme weather conditions. Sometimes the most meaningful interventions are also the simplest, whether it is offering a glass of water, a moment of shade or basic support during difficult conditions .” He added, “ NEEV was founded on the belief that social responsibility begins with showing up for people when they need support the most. We hope this campaign also encourages citizens to participate in small acts of care, from keeping water outside homes for birds and stray animals to supporting delivery personnel and outdoor workers during peak summer hours. Collective action often begins with individual awareness. Sometimes, a small beginning brings a big change and starts a revolution .” The campaign carries a deliberate public mobilisation intent, seeking to deepen community participation in heat relief at a time when rising temperatures are emerging as a sustained challenge across urban and rural India. The seasonal effort is part of a broader development mandate. NEEV Foundation’s Rural Development Centre in Nimbahera anchors its long-term work, which spans skill development for women under the Hunar programme, community infrastructure through Sanrachna, educational support under Udaan, healthcare outreach through Arogyam and sustainability initiatives under Eco Green. With “Iss Garmi, Farq Nazar Aayega,” the Foundation seeks to demonstrate a point that is straightforward but easy to overlook during a crisis. Compassion can bring about tangible relief for those, most exposed to India’s harshest summer. About NEEV Foundation NEEV Foundation is a socially driven initiative committed to building stronger, kinder and more resilient communities through sustainable and meaningful social interventions. Guided by the philosophy of creating a strong foundation for a better tomorrow, NEEV Foundation, under the leadership of Mr. Vivek Patni, works across healthcare, education, women empowerment, infrastructure development and environmental sustainability to create lasting positive impact.
IPL 2026: When And Where To Watch SRH Vs RR Eliminator, Know All Details
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket: Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad will lock horns in the IPL 2026 Eliminator at the New International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. Whichever team wins the Eliminator will stay back in New Chandigarh for the Qualifier 2 on Friday. The IPL 2026 final is scheduled on Sunday in Ahmedabad. SRH are heading into the Eliminator after a 55-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Hyderabad, which secured them a third-place finish in the league stage standings based on net run rate at the end of the league phase. RR, meanwhile, made the playoffs in dramatic fashion after beating Mumbai Indians in their final league phase match at the Wankhede. Overall, RR and SRH have faced each other 23 times in the IPL, with SRH leading the head-to-head stats 14-9. SRH beat RR in both their previous encounters this season. While RR are second-best to SRH in head-to-head terms, Riyan Parag and Co. can take heart from the fact that they have won all of their three outings at New International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, including a six-wicket win over PBKS earlier this season. When: Wednesday, May 27, 7:30 PM IST Where: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh Where to watch: The SRH vs RR match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The SRH vs RR match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Donovan Ferreira, Brijesh Sharma, Jofra Archer, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao Perala, Adam Milne, Kuldeep Sen, and Kwena Maphaka. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026 Eliminator: SRH Eye Hat-trick Over RR To Stay Alive In Race To Finale (Preview)
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket: The stakes could not be higher as Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals prepare to lock horns in the Eliminator of IPL 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Wednesday. With a place in Qualifier 2 on the line and elimination awaiting the loser, both teams enter the contest knowing there is no room left for error. Sunrisers Hyderabad head into the knockout clash with momentum and confidence on their side after defeating Rajasthan Royals twice during the league phase this season. Pat Cummins side finished third on the points table with 18 points from 14 matches, level with the top two sides, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, but slipped to the Eliminator owing to an inferior net run rate. Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, sealed the final playoff berth with a crucial victory over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. They finished fourth with 16 points after winning eight league matches and now face the difficult task of overcoming a side that has consistently troubled them this season. SRHs campaign has been marked by resilience and recovery. The franchise had to navigate the opening half of the tournament without regular captain Pat Cummins, prompting the management to hand leadership responsibilities to Ishan Kishan. After losing three of their first four matches, Hyderabad revived their season with five consecutive victories, a phase that stabilised their playoff push. Cummins return further strengthened the side, with SRH winning two of their final three league games to seal qualification. The batting unit has emerged as the backbone of Hyderabads success. Abhishek Sharma has continued his aggressive rise at the top, while Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen have consistently delivered in the middle order. Nitish Kumar Reddy has also evolved into one of the standout all-rounders of the season. Their bowling attack, despite lacking experience in patches, has produced timely performances. Young pacers Sakib Hussain and Eshan Malinga have stepped up admirably alongside Cummins, giving SRH the balance they had initially struggled to find. For Rajasthan Royals, the Eliminator represents a chance to rewrite the narrative against Hyderabad after two difficult meetings earlier in the tournament. The first encounter in Hyderabad saw Kishan produce a brutal 91 off just 44 deliveries to power SRH past 200. Debutant pacer Praful Hinge then dismantled the Royals top order in sensational fashion, reducing them to complete disarray inside the powerplay despite a fighting partnership later in the innings. The second clash in Jaipur produced fireworks of a different kind. Young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hammered a stunning 36-ball century and exacted revenge on Hinge by smashing four sixes in the opening over. But SRH once again had the final say as Abhishek Sharma and Kishan tore into the Royals bowling attack during a commanding chase of 228. With two convincing wins already secured over RR this season, Hyderabad will begin favourites in New Chandigarh. However, knockout cricket often ignores league-stage history, and Rajasthan will hope their explosive batting lineup can finally crack the SRH formula when it matters the most. For one team, the journey towards the IPL 2026 final will continue. For the other, Wednesday night will mark the end of the road. When: Wednesday, May 27, 7:30 PM IST Where: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, New Chandigarh Where to watch: The SRH vs RR match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Squads: Where to watch: The SRH vs RR match will be broadcast on Star Sports channels, with JioHotstar live-streaming the game. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (c), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Donovan Ferreira, Brijesh Sharma, Jofra Archer, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi, Sandeep Sharma, Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao Perala, Adam Milne, Kuldeep Sen, and Kwena Maphaka. Article Source: IANS
Rajasthan govt, Wadhwani AI sign MoU to deploy AI solutions in states agri ecosystem
Wadhwani AI will serve as a technical partner to the state, supporting the deployment, integration, and implementation of AI-driven tools
Arshdeep Singh Goes For 'digital Reset', Deletes Major Chunk Of Instagram Posts
Indian Premier League: India pacer Arshdeep Singh sent social media into overdrive after dramatically cleaning up his Instagram account, deleting approximately 200 posts and reels, leaving his profile with just 44 posts, which are mostly advertisements and paid partnership posts. The sudden digital reset saw Arshdeeps profile shrink to barely over 40 posts, with several viral uploads disappearing overnight, including his widely shared reel with Virat Kohli from Indias Champions Trophy 2025 celebrations. Most of the surviving uploads revolve around family moments, professional milestones, endorsements, and select collaborative content. While rumours quickly surfaced claiming the Punjab Kings fast bowler had erased all traces of his IPL franchise, that was not the case. His latest visible cricket-related post includes a Punjab Kings team photograph captioned: Sabar. Shukar. Punjab. The online activity has intensified speculation around whether the 27-year-old is attempting a personal rebrand, distancing himself from recent controversies, or simply stepping away from the noise following a turbulent season both on and off the field. Arshdeep endured an inconsistent campaign in the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League. Despite finishing as Punjab Kings leading wicket-taker with 14 wickets in as many matches, his performances fluctuated throughout the tournament as the franchise failed to secure a playoff berth. The left-arm seamer also found himself under scrutiny in recent weeks after an alleged racial comment directed at Mumbai Indians batter Tilak Varma circulated widely online ahead of PBKS clash against the MI. The remark sparked criticism across social media, with former cricketers and fans demanding accountability and a formal review of the incident. Arshdeep endured an inconsistent campaign in the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League. Despite finishing as Punjab Kings leading wicket-taker with 14 wickets in as many matches, his performances fluctuated throughout the tournament as the franchise failed to secure a playoff berth. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Punjab Kings just missed qualifying for the IPL 2026 playoffs, finishing fifth following a six-match losing streak that disrupted their season. Although they ended their slump in the last game, they ultimately missed out by only one point to the Rajasthan Royals. Article Source: IANS
Watch: Sooryavanshi's Priceless Reaction As Parag Denies Paparazzi's Request
Rajasthan Royals are set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator match of IPL 2026 on Wednesday in Mullanpur.
Resurgent RR Rely On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Jofra Archer To Upstage Power-Packed SRH
The ferocity and fearlessness of a 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be pitted against the combined might of an explosive top-order when a resurgent Rajasthan Royals run into a solid Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL Eliminator.
IPL 2026 Final: The IPL 2026 playoffs commence today with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals vying for glory. The grand finale is set for Sunday, May 31st, at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. Tickets are available online via District by Zomato and BookMyShow, with prices ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 for VIP packages.
Sooryavanshi gives Parag an 'awkward' stare after 'hum nahi hai flim star' remark - Watch
A viral airport video of Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag and teenage star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi amused fans after Parag joked, we're not flim stars! and Vaibhav reacted with an awkward stare. The clip surfaced after RR reached the IPL 2026 playoffs. Coach Kumar Sangakkara backed Parags leadership despite criticism, while Vaibhav said he aims to break Chris Gayles T20 record and score 200.
IPL 2026 Playoffs: Virat Kohli vs 15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Sets Up Generational Battle
Veteran batting great Virat Kohli and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be in the spotlight as the T20 Indian Premier League spans the generations in the playoffs beginning on Tuesday. There are 22 years between the 37-year-old Kohli, who helped power defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru to the top of the regular season standings, and teenage prodigy Sooryavanshi whose batting fireworks have been the talk of the IPL season. Kohli and Bengaluru will meet Gujarat Titans in the first qualifying play-off in Dharamsala on Tuesday with the winner going straight into Sunday's final in Ahmedabad. Sooryavanshi and Rajasthan Royals sealed the final play-off berth only on Sunday and will meet Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday in Chandigarh, where the losers will go home. The winner will face the loser of Tuesday's qualifying playoff in the final eliminator on Friday in Chandigarh. We don't pick age, we pick ability, Rajasthan head coach Kumar Sangakkara said, referring to the 15-year-old rising star. All guys, young and old, have done well to drag us to qualification. England fast bowler Jofra Archer has also been instrumental in Rajasthan's campaign, scoring 32 runs and taking 3-17 in the win that saw them into the last four. Kohli, who has stepped away from Test cricket and T20 internationals, is chasing a second straight IPL title with Bengaluru after waiting 18 seasons to lift his first in 2025. Even after all these years, it is the love for the game. I just love hitting the ball in the middle of the bat. That joy is still there, said Kohli, who is ninth on the IPL batting chart with 557 runs and a top score of 105 not out. Sooryavanshi is fifth on 583 runs with and a best of 103 off 37 balls. Rajasthan's opponents on Wednesday will be Sunrisers Hyderabad, who boast a formidable batting line-up featuring openers Travis Head of Australia, Abhishek Sharma and South African Heinrich Klaasen, who has hammered 606 runs with six half-centuries. The batting chart is topped by Gujarat Titans openers Sai Sudharsan (638 runs) and Shubman Gill (616). Gujarat won the IPL in their debut season in 2022 and if they reach the final again will play the showpiece in their home 130,000-capacity Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The 10-team league has staged 70 matches over seven intense weeks of action but has seen a drop in its television audience, with BARC India and TAM Sports reporting average viewership down 26 percent. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But analysts have attributed the TV decline to a shift toward streaming on digital platforms rather than waning interest across cricket-obsessed India.
Gadkari reviews NH projects in Rajasthan, Himachal ; calls for monsoon preparedness
NEW DELHI, May 25 : Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday directed officials to undertake comprehensive monsoon preparedness, including effective drainage management, to minimise disruptions as he reviewed national highway projects in Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh. In the review meetings, Gadkari assessed the quality and maintenance status of National Highways (NHs) covering 10,064 km in Rajasthan and 1,947 km in Himachal Pradesh. He emphasised timely execution of projects, strict adherence to quality standards, and the adoption of advanced technologies and [] The post Gadkari reviews NH projects in Rajasthan, Himachal ; calls for monsoon preparedness appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Murugan Ashwin Announces Retirement From Domestic Cricket And IPL
Tamil Nadu Cricket Association: Indian leg-spinner Murugan Ashwin announced his retirement from domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday, bringing the curtain down on a career that saw him represent multiple IPL franchises and Tamil Nadu across formats. In a detailed statement shared on Instagram, the 35-year-old reflected on his cricketing journey, his rise through Tamil Nadu cricket and his experiences in the IPL. Since I started playing cricket at the age of six, I have been deeply in love with the game, and it has blessed me abundantly. Cricket has shaped me into the person I am today and allowed me to truly express myself on the field. It's been an incredible ride so far, and on that note, I would like to share an update with you all, Ashwin wrote in an Instagram post. Murugan Ashwin then confirmed his decision to step away from domestic cricket and the IPL as he stated, I would like to announce that I have decided to call time on my domestic cricket career and my journey in the IPL. I will, however, be exploring new challenges and opportunities, and I look forward to continuing to play the game as competitively as always. The spinner represented six IPL franchises during his career Rising Pune Supergiant, Delhi Daredevils, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals. Thanking all the teams he played for in the IPL, Murugan Ashwin wrote, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the six teams I represented during my IPL career: Rising Pune Supergiants, Delhi Daredevils, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kings XI Punjab (Punjab Kings), Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals. He also reflected on the opportunity to share dressing rooms with some of Indian crickets biggest names. My decade-long experience in the IPL gave me the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the greats of the game and play under the leadership of legendary cricketers like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Rohit Sharma. These experiences have helped me work on myself and become a better cricketer since my debut in 2016. Ashwin also thanked the Board of Control for Cricket in India for organising the IPL and acknowledged the role the tournament played in his career. A big thank you to my teammates for all the memories-I will forever cherish these moments. The IPL provided the recognition and platform to showcase my talent at the highest level, and I would like to thank the BCCI for organising such a formidable tournament that continues to get bigger and better every year, he wrote. The Tamil Nadu spinner reserved special praise for the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association, where he spent the majority of his domestic career. To the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association: I have truly put my blood, sweat, and tears into representing this team, and it will always hold a special place in my heart, he penned. He also recalled fulfilling his dream of representing Tamil Nadu at the senior level. Ever since I started playing the game, I had a deep-rooted aspiration to make it to the senior state side. Given Tamil Nadu's rich legacy of producing some of the finest cricketers, I was absolutely thrilled and on top of the world when I was first selected for the Ranji Trophy squad back in 2012. Murugan Ashwin represented Tamil Nadu for more than two decades across age groups and senior cricket and signed off as the states leading wicket-taker in T20 cricket. Having represented the state for over 20 years across various age categories, being part of a winning side on four occasions in the limited-overs format, and bowing out as the state's highest wicket-taker in T20s, my memories with TNCA will forever fill my heart with joy and pride, he said. He also thanked the Chandigarh Cricket Association and Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association, whom he represented as a guest player in recent seasons. Chandigarh (UTCA) and Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association-Representing these two states over the past three years as a guest player gave me the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and grow. I am incredibly grateful for your unwavering support and for welcoming me as one of your own. Thanking everyone who played a role in his journey, Ashwin added, To my teammates, coaches, trainers, physios and everyone who believed in me along the way (and even the few who didn't): thank you for the memories and for sharing this journey with me. The lessons I've gained from every single one of you have been invaluable in helping me become a better person and player. Chandigarh (UTCA) and Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association-Representing these two states over the past three years as a guest player gave me the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and grow. I am incredibly grateful for your unwavering support and for welcoming me as one of your own. Also Read: Live Cricket Score This is definitely not a goodbye, but rather an opportunity for me to express my gratitude for the love and support I have received over the years. I have always played this game the hard way-devoting my utmost dedication and discipline to fine-tuning my craft-and I will strive to continue doing the same going forward. By God's grace, I still feel there is a lot of cricket left in me. Moving forward, I want to use my experience to take on the new opportunities and challenges this great sport has to offer, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Education Only Medium That Can Change Circumstances: Rajasthan Sarpanch At NDTV Conclave
Neeru Yadav said education can transform lives and stressed basic learning access for rural children, during the NDTV LearnNXT Conclave.
Rajasthan BSTC Answer Key 2026: Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, has released the Rajasthan BSTC (Pre D.El.Ed) Answer Key 2026 on the official website. The entrance examination for admission to the two-year D.El.Ed course was conducted across Rajasthan on May 20, 2026, in offline mode. Candidates can now download the provisional answer key and shift-wise question paper PDFs to verify responses and calculate expected scores. The university will review objections before issuing the final answer key and preparing the result.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio explores Jaipurs Amber Fort with wife
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the historic Amber Fort in Jaipur with his wife Jeanette Rubio on Monday. The couple received a traditional Rajasthani welcome and witnessed cultural performances during their visit before Rubio returns to New Delhi for the Quad foreign ministers meeting
IPL 2026 playoffs Full Schedule: The Indian Premier League 2026 playoffs are set to begin. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan Royals have qualified. Qualifier 1 features Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Gujarat Titans on May 26. The Eliminator pits Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals on May 27. The final will be played on May 31.
'Balance Across Departments One Of The Main Reasons RCB Qualified Early': Vinay Kumar
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Former India pacer Vinay Kumar said Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have a strong chance of winning the IPL this season if they continue their current form, adding that a backtoback triumph in the ten-team tournament by the mens team would be wonderful after the womens side won two titles, adding one of the main reasons RCB qualfied ealry for the playoffs is their balance across all depatrments. Table-toppers RCB will face 2022 winners Gujarat Titans at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday, with the winner set to seal their ticket to the final, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 31. RCB have played outstanding cricket this season and, unlike previous years when they were heavily dependent on batting, they are now playing as a team; they look like a complete side. Their middle order, with players like Tim David, Jitesh Sharma and Rajat Patidar, has added stability and power, which is crucial in T20 cricket. The biggest difference, though, has been their bowling. Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and the rest of the attack have brought discipline to the attack, which was key at a batting-friendly venue like Chinnaswamy. They stick to the basics and bowl stump-to-stump. Krunal Pandyas inclusion has also given balance to the side. That balance across departments is one of the main reasons RCB qualified early. If they continue to play this way and on finishing in the top two, they have a strong chance of reaching, and even winning, the final this year. Women have won two titles, so if men can do the same and win back-to-back, nothing like it, said Vinay to JioStar. On Bhuvneshwar Kumars role in leading RCBs charge with the ball, Vinay added, Bhuvneshwar Kumars role is extremely important for RCB, both as a bowler and as the leader of the attack. He has bowled brilliantly alongside Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Salam, maintaining a disciplined, almost Test-match-like approach and lengths. With so much experience, I dont think Bhuvneshwar or the bowling attack will take any pressure in the playoffs. They will look to treat the playoffs like any other game and focus on executing their basics. Vinay also described Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a fearless prodigy and advised bowlers to rely on their strengths to counter the Rajasthan Royals teenaged batters aggressive approach. With so much experience, I dont think Bhuvneshwar or the bowling attack will take any pressure in the playoffs. They will look to treat the playoffs like any other game and focus on executing their basics. Also Read: Live Cricket Score At times, batters go through a purple patch where everything falls into place, and Vaibhav has enjoyed some of that momentum as well. But whenever bowlers get an opportunity against him, they need to capitalise on it and stick to their strengths, he added. Article Source: IANS
Sharvan Patel, a wildlife photographer, witnessed animals struggling for water in Rajasthan's desert. He was moved to action after seeing desperate blackbucks and a mongoose. Patel then dug 130 ponds, transforming drylands into oases. These ponds became lifelines, attracting various animals and birds. Camera traps confirmed the positive impact on the ecosystem.
Last-minute IPL replacements eligible for retention
On Saturday, May 23, Mumbai Indians announced the signing of Mahipal Lomror and Ruchit Ahir as replacements for Quinton de Kock and Raj Bawa respectively, while Rajasthan Royals signed Emanjot Chahal in place of Ravi Singh.
IPL 2026: Heads Wife Reveals Family Targeted With Social Media Abuse After Kohli Spat
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Travis Heads wife Jessica has spoken out about the social media abuse directed at the family and their friends following the Australian batters on-field spat with Virat Kohli in an IPL 2026 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad held last week in Hyderabad. During RCBs chase, Kohli and Head exchanged words, though the exact nature of the conversation is still unclear. After SRH sealed a 55run victory, Head attempted to shake hands with Kohli during the customary postmatch greetings. Kohli, however, walked past him without responding and refused to shake hands with him while greeting other SRH players in his usual manner. The incident quickly went viral on social media and triggered intense reactions online. It feels like a repeat of the abuse that happened after the World Cup. I woke up to my socials blasting... We are fine, but they are attacking my friends and family, Jessica told The Advertiser on Monday. Jessica also revealed that similar instances of online abuse happened after Australia defeated India in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, the World Test Championship final and the 2024 Boxing Day Test and urged fans to be more respectful towards cricketers and their families on social media. It feels like a repeat of the abuse that happened after the World Cup. I woke up to my socials blasting... We are fine, but they are attacking my friends and family, Jessica told The Advertiser on Monday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score RCB will now face Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 1 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Tuesday. SRH finished third and will play the Eliminator against the Rajasthan Royals at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. Article Source: IANS
Rajasthan Royals Have Last Laugh, Punjab Kings' Post Comes Back To Haunt Them After IPL Exit
Rajasthan Royals took a cheeky dig at Punjab Kings on social media after sealing their place in the IPL 2026 Playoffs on Sunday.
IPL 2026: KKR Still Need To Address A Few Gaps Heading Into Next Season, Says Dasgupta
Kolkata Knight Riders: Former India wicketkeeper Deep Dasgupta has said that Kolkata Knight Riders, despite staging a late fightback in IPL 2026, still need to address a few obvious gaps in their squad heading into next season. Dasguptas comments come after KKR ended the season with a 40-run loss to Delhi Capitals at the Eden Gardens on Sunday evening. After a disastrous start to the season in which KKR lost their first six games, the three-time winners scripted a remarkable turnaround by winning six of their next seven matches. But Rajasthan Royals beating Mumbai Indians by 30 runs meant KKR were knocked out of the competition and they ended their season with a defeat giving them a seventh-place finish on the points table. Kolkata Knight Riders had a difficult season in many ways, especially with the unavailability of several players during the first half of the tournament, particularly in the bowling department. That made it challenging for them to settle on the right balance early on. At the same time, some of their key players, including Rinku Singh and Ajinkya Rahane, took time to find rhythm, and the team struggled badly in the opening phase of the season. But to their credit, they staged a strong comeback later on and there were positives to take away, Varun Chakaravarthy returning strongly after missing a couple of games was one of them. Even so, there are still a few obvious gaps in the squad that they will need to address heading into next season, Dasgupta said on JioHotstar. Looking ahead to Qualifier 1 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, to be staged at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday, Dasgupta underlined the importance power-play deciding who will book their ticket to the final, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 31. But to their credit, they staged a strong comeback later on and there were positives to take away, Varun Chakaravarthy returning strongly after missing a couple of games was one of them. Even so, there are still a few obvious gaps in the squad that they will need to address heading into next season, Dasgupta said on JioHotstar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Those first six overs could well decide the direction of the match because both teams rely heavily on strong starts. My gut feeling is that whichever team wins this game could go on to win the tournament, he added. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Archer's all-round impact fuels Rajasthan in IPL, says Sangakkara
Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara highlights Jofra Archer's discipline and leadership. Archer's all-round performance powered Rajasthan to the IPL playoffs. He consistently delivers despite a demanding schedule. Rajasthan faces Sunrisers Hyderabad in the eliminator.
Rajasthani Rabdi Recipe: Rajasthans desert communities are once again turning to traditional Rabdi to cope with the extreme summer heat. This savoury dish, made with millet or sorghum flour and buttermilk, is believed to help keep the body cool, hydrated and energised during scorching temperatures. With its simple preparation and nutritious ingredients, Rabdi has remained a trusted summer remedy passed down through generations.
IPL 2026: Jofra Archer Enters Purple Cap Race, Sai Sudharsan Leads Orange Cap
New Delhi, May 25: The league stage of IPL 2026 has concluded, setting the stage for the thrilling playoffs. In a match against the Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals fast bowler Jofra Archer delivered an impressive performance. He took three wickets, placing him among the top three contenders for the Purple Cap. Archers remarkable spell saw ... Read more IPL 2026: Jofra Archer Enters Purple Cap Race, Sai Sudharsan Leads Orange Cap
Amit Shah to Review Border Security During Visit to Bikaner
New Delhi, May 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will arrive in Bikaner, Rajasthan, on a two-day visit starting Monday. During his stay, he will review border security arrangements and hold meetings with senior officials regarding issues related to the bordering districts of Rajasthan. Central Law Minister and Bikaner MP Arjun Ram Meghwal announced that ... Read more Amit Shah to Review Border Security During Visit to Bikaner
'Parag has been criticised for 7 years': Sangakkara makes emotional remark
Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara strongly backed captain Riyan Parag, praising his leadership despite criticism and a vaping controversy. Sangakkara highlighted Parag's respect among teammates and his potential for growth as a player and person. He also clarified Jofra Archer's IPL participation was a joint decision with the ECB, focusing on managing his bowling workload.
Rohit Sharma equals unwanted all-time IPL record after horror duck vs RR
Rohit Sharma's IPL 2026 ended on a low note, equaling the record for most ducks with his 19th against Rajasthan Royals. Despite this unwanted statistic, he had a decent individual season with 283 runs in nine games. However, his inconsistent availability contributed to Mumbai Indians' struggles, finishing ninth. Rajasthan Royals secured a playoff spot thanks to Jofra Archer's impactful performance.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks world record despite flop show against Mumbai Indians
Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in T20 history, becoming the highest-scoring teenager in a single tournament with 583 runs in IPL 2026, surpassing Devdutt Padikkal's record. Despite a rare off-day against Mumbai Indians, the young sensation's stellar season, marked by an incredible strike rate and a century, has propelled RR to the playoffs.
Rajasthan Royals Secure Playoff Spot; Captain Riyan Parag Reflects on Missed Opportunities
Mumbai, May 25: Rajasthan Royals (RR) have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs. On Sunday, they defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 30 runs at Wankhede Stadium, securing the fourth position. After the match, RR captain Riyan Parag expressed that they should have qualified much earlier. We delayed it, he stated. Parag remarked, Its great when ... Read more Rajasthan Royals Secure Playoff Spot; Captain Riyan Parag Reflects on Missed Opportunities
His all-round effort helps RR beat MI, enter playoffs Mumbai: Rajasthan Royals rode on a fine all-round effort from Jofra Archer to clinch the fourth and final playoff berth with a convincing 30-run win over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League here on Sunday. Archer first smashed a quickfire 32 off just 15 balls []
Delhi Capitals Conclude IPL 2026 Campaign with 40-Run Victory Over KKR
Kolkata, May 25: Delhi Capitals secured a 40-run victory against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their final league match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. In the first match of the day, Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 30 runs, clinching the last playoff spot. Consequently, the second match became a contest for pride. ... Read more Delhi Capitals Conclude IPL 2026 Campaign with 40-Run Victory Over KKR
IPL Cricket: Rajasthan Royals defeat Mumbai Indians by 30 runs to seal Play-offs spot
In IPL Cricket, Rajasthan Royals defeated the host Mumbai Indians by 30 runs at Wankhede stadium. Put into bat, Rajasthan Royals posted 205 runs for the loss of eight wickets in the stipulated 20 overs. In reply, chasing a target of 206 runs, the Mumbai Indians managed to score 175 runs for the loss of []
Sangakkara: 'Seen very few players criticised like Parag'
The Rajasthan Royals head coach said Parag had the 'respect of all the players and the staff'
He told me no more...: Jofra Archer explains how RR coach unlocked his best bowling rhythm
Jofra Archer's explosive all-round performance, including 3 for 17 and a quickfire 32, powered Rajasthan Royals to a crucial 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians. Archer revealed that a directive from the coaching staff to focus on high pace, rather than slower balls, was key to his bowling transformation this season.
IPL 2026: Promotion In Batting Order Was A Surprise For Jofra Archer Too
Indian Premier League: Jofra Archer's all-round performance was the main reason for Rajasthan Royals beating Mumbai Indians in their must-win clash in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Archer, surprisingly sent to bat at No.7 because Rajasthan wanted to bring in Ravindra Jadeja as an Impact Substitute after using Shubham Dubey, brilliant a vital cameo, scoring 32 runs off 15 balls and helped RR recover from 119/5 to post a challenging total of 205/9. Archer was more telling with the ball, landing three crucial blows that derailed the Mumbai Indian's chase and consigned them to a 30-run defeat despite a fighting 60 by Suryakumar Yadav and his key partnerships with Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34). Archer gave RR a dream start by sending back Rohit Sharma for a four-ball duck with a fastish delivery that moved away off the length and took an edge behind to keeper Dhruv Jurel in the first over. He then sent back Naman Dhir in his second over, bowling him all ends up. But his third wicket was more impactful as Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav were threatening to take the match away from RR. After SKY and Will Jacks had rescued MI from 48/3 with a 63-run partnership, Pandya hammered two sixes and three sixes as he smashed 34 off 15 balls. Archer foxed him with a shortish delivery outside off. Archer said he was advised by the team management not to take pace off his deliveries and let it rip after the first few matches this season. The result is that Archer is going through one of his best seasons in IPL 2026, emerging as the most successful bowler for RR, claiming 21 wickets in 14 matches, with Sunday's effort of 3-17 being his best figures. However, Archer said this was not his best season in IPL and said he planned to hit the good areas with every delivery, even though his efforts were not always rewarded. I don't think this is my best season. Every time I take the ball, I have to hit good areas. Not always rewarded, happy it came on an important day. If you get hit for a boundary off a good ball, it's okay, said Archer after he was named Player of the Match for his all-round efforts on Sunday. He said the coach told him not to take pace off after the first couple of games, even though that may mean edges will fly to the boundary on a few occasions. Coach's instructions: They said no more pace off after the first couple of games. There's more margin for error with pace on. You have to deal with edges from time to time, but it's safer more often, he added. He said the coach told him not to take pace off after the first couple of games, even though that may mean edges will fly to the boundary on a few occasions. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I wasn't expecting to bat so early due to the impact sub. Main coach told me to put pads on, and I was surprised at first. I class myself as an all-rounder, but folks call me a bowler. Body good, touchwood, said the England international. Article Source: IANS
'We gave him the best opportunity': Pollard's big statement on Hardik Pandya
Mumbai Indians concluded their disappointing IPL 2026 campaign with a loss to Rajasthan Royals, finishing ninth. Batting coach Kieron Pollard acknowledged that skipper Hardik Pandya's leadership did not unfold as hoped, but emphasized the season's failure was a collective one. The franchise will now assess the reasons for their downfall before making future decisions.
IPL 2026 | Riyan Parag is the right guy to lead Rajasthan Royals, insists coach Kumar Sangakkara
Hardik Pandya rues Mumbai Indians poor death bowling after playoff exit vs Rajasthan Royals
Conceding 73 runs in the last five overs cost Mumbai Indians the match, said skipper Hardik Pandya after the five-time champions fell short by 30 runs against Rajasthan Royals in Match 69 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Mumbai had claimed the prolific and aggressive Rajasthan openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi cheaply and had them on the ropes at 119/5. But Jofra Archer played a brilliant cameo, hitting three sixes in his 15-ball 32, and with help from Ravindra Jadeja (19* off 11) and Nandre Burger (10* off 3), helped Rajasthan Royals post a challenging 205/8 in 20 overs. Archer returned to claim 3-17 in four brilliant overs while Nandre Burger (2-43), Brijesh Sharma (2-26), Yash Raj Punja (2-44) claimed a brace each as Rajasthan Royals restricted MI to 195/9 and won the match by 30 runs despite a fighting 60 by Suryakumar Yadav and vital cotributions by Will Jacks (33) and Pandya (32) himself. Pandya said allowing RR to score heavily in the last five overs and losing early wickets hampered their chase as the five-time champions ended their campaign with eight points from 14 matches and ended in second last position in the 10-team points table. We gave away 10-15 too many. It was chaseable, but we lost too many early wickets. Wicket played similarly in both innings; you had to hold your shape and hit good cricketing shots to get value. Pandya said things would have been different if they had stopped one or two boundaries in the last five overs. (Bowling in) Last five overs are always difficult. If you can stop one/two boundaries, you can keep teams 12-15 runs short. Conceding 73 in the last five cost us too, said Pandya. The MI skipper said he is feeling fine despite the hectic schedule after the T20 World Cup and enjoyed his batting in this match. (Bowling in) Last five overs are always difficult. If you can stop one/two boundaries, you can keep teams 12-15 runs short. Conceding 73 in the last five cost us too, said Pandya. Also Read: Live Cricket Score It was a forgettable campaign for the Mumbai Indians overall as they failed to perform to their potential both with the bat and ball. Article Source: IANS
Maharashtra's Brahmapuri hottest in country at 47.2 degrees, heatwave to persist: IMD
Scorching heat gripped many Indian states on Sunday. Brahmapuri in Maharashtra recorded the highest temperature at 47.2 degrees Celsius. Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab also experienced severe heatwave conditions. While some relief is forecast from May 29, heatwave conditions are expected to persist in Central and Northwest India for another week.
Rajasthan Royals Secure Playoff Spot with Victory Over Mumbai Indians
Mumbai, May 24: Rajasthan Royals (RR) have clinched a spot in the playoffs of IPL 2026. On Sunday at Wankhede Stadium, RR defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 30 runs, securing the fourth position in the standings. The standout performer for RR was Jofra Archer, who played a pivotal role with both bat and ball, earning ... Read more Rajasthan Royals Secure Playoff Spot with Victory Over Mumbai Indians
I have taken a lot of brave calls this season: RR skipper Riyan Parag
Rajasthan Royals secured a playoff spot with a 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians, driven by Riyan Parag's instinctive leadership and brave calls. Jofra Archer's impactful all-round performance, including crucial wickets and a quickfire cameo, proved pivotal. Despite a strong chase, MI fell short, with Hardik Pandya lamenting the conceded runs.
Jofra Archers all-round masterclass knocks out MI, sends Rajasthan Royals into IPL 2026 Playoffs
Jofra Archer produced a brilliant all-round effort when it mattered the most, claiming 3-17 after smashing a 15-ball 32 as Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 30 runs in a must-win match at the Wankhede Stadium and sealed a berth in the Playoffs of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Sunday. Archer's brilliant cameo helped Rajasthan Royals recover from a precarious 119/5 to post a challenging 205/8 on being asked to bat first. The 31-year-old England star of Caribbean origin bagged a wicket each in his first two overs and then came back to claim the crucial wicket of Hardik Pandya as the Mumbai Indians were restricted to 175/9 in 20 overs and fell short by 30 runs. With the ball sticking to the pitch that had gotten slower as the shadows lengthened, Rajasthan Royals came up with a brilliant effort with the ball, spearheaded by Archer. Suryakumar Yadav's superb effort of 60 off 42 balls went in vain as he, at one time, along with Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34), put the Mumbai Indians in a position from where they could have won the match. But Archer struck a deadly blow when he had Pandya caught by Nandre Burger at long-on, as the MI chase derailed after they had recovered from a sorry-looking 48/3 in the sixth over. Archer finished with 3-17 while Burger, Brijesh Sharma, and Yash Raj Punja claimed two each; RR secured a more-boosting win. With this win, the Rajasthan Royals finished with 16 points from 14 matches (7 wins), clinching the fourth spot in the playoffs, setting up a meeting with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. Mumbai's chase was derailed by Archer, who claimed Rohit Sharma, brought in as an Impact Substitute to replace Raghu Sharma, for a four-ball duck with MI yet to score. He struck again in the third over, re-arranging Naman Dhir's middle stump with a peach of a delivery that jagged in the air and swung out after pitching. From 13/2, Mumbai lost Ryan Rickelton (12) and Tilak Varma (3) in quick succession and were tottering at 38/4 in the sixth over. Suryakumar Yadav, the most successful batter for MI this season, and Will Jacks shared a 63-run partnership for the fifth wicket in 38 balls to put Mumbai back on track. Yash Raj Punj was hammered for 22 runs in the 12th over with Jacks (33 off 18 balls) hitting a six, followed by Hardik Pandya, who hammered sixes off successive legal deliveries. Punja claimed Jacks with a fullish leg-break, and despite the assault by Pandya, came back to claim Corbin Bosch for his second wicket of the day. Pandya got a life off the first delivery he faced when Riyan Parag grassed a difficult chance off Punja, continued to live a charmed life as he struck back-to-back boundaries off Dasun Shanaka, as he and Surya put the Mumbai Indians' chase back on the rails. MI had brought down the asking rate to 10 runs per over. But Archer returned for his fourth over and accounted for Hardik Pandya, who mis-played a pull on a shortish ball pitched wide, offering an easy catch to Nandre Burger. Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav added 48 runs for the sixth-wicket partnership. But hopes ended for the five-time champions when Suryakumar Yadav fell in the 18th over trying to hit a big one, caught and bowled by Burger. Earlier, asked to bat first, RR lost their prolific openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (27, 12b, 1x4, 3x6) and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (4) cheaply, and when skipper Riyan Parag was out for 14 off 8 balls, the Royals were in trouble at 54/3 at the end of Power-play. Dhruv Jurel and Shanaka propelled RR to three figures before the Sri Lankan all-rounder, who struck three big sixes, ran himself out for 29 off 15 balls. Jurel departed soon after, bowled by a superb yorker by Bosch. He was the top scorer for RR with 38 off 26 balls (3x4, 2x6). Archer, who was promoted to No 7, led a fine rearguard effort by the Royals despite a double-wicket over by Shardul Thakur, smashing a 15-ball 32, studded with one four and three big sixes. Ravindra Jadeja. coming in an Impact Sub, struck a couple of boundaries in his 11-ball 19 while Nandre Burger blasted his first T20 six during his 3-ball 10 as RR went past the 200-run mark, which proved enough in the end, thanks to the brilliant effort by the RR bowling unit. Archer, who was promoted to No 7, led a fine rearguard effort by the Royals despite a double-wicket over by Shardul Thakur, smashing a 15-ball 32, studded with one four and three big sixes. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals 205/8 in 20 overs (Dhruv Jurel 38, Jofra Archer 32; Shardul Thakur 2-41, Deepak Chahar 2-43) beat Mumbai Indians 175/9 in 20 overs (Suryakumar Yadav 60, Hardik Pandya 34, Will Jack 33; Jofra Archer 3-17, Nandre Burger 2-43, Brijesh Sharma 2-26, Yash Raj Punja 2-44) by 30 runs Article Source: IANS
'I was not supposed to play today' - Riyan Parag not completely fit but will play Eliminator
The Rajasthan Royals captain said his team should have qualified much earlier for the IPL 2026 playoffs
Riyan Parag explains why RR promoted Jofra Archer ahead of Jadeja vs MI
Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals to the IPL 2026 playoffs with a win over Mumbai Indians, despite admitting areas for improvement. He explained tactical batting decisions and praised Jofra Archer and Ravindra Jadeja, highlighting his instinct-driven leadership. Parag also lauded uncapped bowlers and revealed his own mental toughness despite physical struggles.
'We don't pick age, we ... ': Sangakkara's bold statement after RR enter playoffs
Rajasthan Royals secured their IPL 2026 playoff spot with a crucial 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians. Jofra Archer starred with a blistering 32 off 15 balls and a vital 3-wicket spell, earning him Player of the Match. Young spinner Yash Raj Punja also impressed with two wickets.
KKR vs DC: RRs 30-run win over MI ends Kolkata Knight Riders playoff hopes
Rajasthan Royals secured their IPL playoff spot with a commanding 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. This win significantly tightens the qualification race for Kolkata Knight Riders, making their upcoming match against Delhi Capitals crucial for their playoff hopes. Delhi Capitals, already eliminated, aim to finish their season strongly.
IPL 2026: Archer's Brilliant All-round Show Seals Playoff Berth For Rajasthan Royals
Indian Premier League: A fine bowling effort by Jofra Archer (3-17) as Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 30 runs in a must-win match at the Wankhede Stadium and sealed a berth in the Playoffs of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Sunday. Archer, who played a brilliant cameo (32 off 15 balls) to lead a fine recovery and help Rajasthan Royals to 205/8 after being asked to bat first, struck a wicket each in his first two overs and then came back to claim the crucial wicket of Hardik Pandya and end Mumbai Indians' hopes of chasing the stiff target. Suryakumar Yadav anchored MI's chase with a brilliant 60 (42 balls) and, with help from Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34), pulled MI back from a precarious 38/4. With Archer bagging three and Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma, and Yash Raj Punj claiming a double each, RR restricted Mumbai Indians to 175/9 in 20 overs, sealing victory in a must-win match. With this win, the Rajasthan Royals moved to 16 points from seven wins in 14 matches and clinched the fourth spot in the playoffs, setting up a meeting with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. With Punjab Kings moving to 15 points with a win at LSG last night, RR (14 points) went into this match with their back to the wall, but they fought back brilliantly to make a grand comeback and extended their stay in the tournament. Their win rendered the final league match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals inconsequential. With the ball sticking to the pitch that had gotten slower as the shadows lengthened, Mumbai's chase was derailed early by Archer, who sent back Rohit Sharma, brought in as an Impact Substitute to replace Raghu Sharma, getting out for a four-ball duck with MI yet to score. Archer struck again in the third over, rocking back Naman Dhir's middle stump with a peach of a delivery that jagged in the air and swung out after pitching. Mumbai were down to 13/2, and they slumped further into the swamp after losing Ryan Rickelton (12 off 7) and Tilak Varma (3) in quick succession and were crawling at 38/4 in the sixth over. Suryakumar Yadav, the most successful batter for MI this season, and Will Jacks shared a fifty-run partnership to rescue them with a 63-run partnership for the fifth wicket in 38 balls as MI batters hammered Yash Raj Punj for 22 runs in the 12th over. Will Jacks struck him for a six, but was out on the next delivery, skying a wide, fullish leg-break to short leg for keeper Dhruv Jurel to complete an easy catch. Jacks was out for a superb 33 off 18 balls, hitting three boundaries and two maximums as he and SKY took Mumbai past 100. Hardik Pandya got a life off the first delivery he faced when Riyan Parag grassed a difficult chance running back. He made the most of that by smashing Punj for two sixes interspersed by a wide ball as the over went for 22. Pandya continued to live a charmed life as he struck back-to-back boundaries off Dasun Shanaka and off the first ball bowled by Nandre Burger as he and Surya put the Mumbai Indians' chase back on the rails. But Jofra Archer returned for his fourth over and accounted for Hardik Pandya, who mis-played a pull on a shortish ball pitched wide, offering an easy catch to Nandre Burger. Mumbai Indians were down to 149/6. Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav added 48 runs for the sixth-wicket partnership. Mumbai were left needing 54 runs off 24 balls. But the five-time winner lost the plot as Corbin Bosch fell for 2 in a brilliant over bowled by Punj as he conceded five runs and claimed a wicket. Mumbai's hopes depended on Suryakumar Yadav, but he fell in the 18th over trying to hit a big one, caught and bowled by Burger, trying to pull but managing to hit with the toe-end of his bat. Suryakumar Yadav top-scored for Mumbai with 60 not out of 42 balls (3x4, 4x6). SKY's departure sealed Mumbai's fate, and they fell short by 30 runs. Mumbai's hopes depended on Suryakumar Yadav, but he fell in the 18th over trying to hit a big one, caught and bowled by Burger, trying to pull but managing to hit with the toe-end of his bat. Suryakumar Yadav top-scored for Mumbai with 60 not out of 42 balls (3x4, 4x6). Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals 205/8 in 20 overs (Dhruv Jurel 38, Jofra Archer 32; Shardul Thakur 2-41, Deepak Chahar 2-43) beat Mumbai Indians 175/9 in 20 overs (Suryakumar Yadav 60, Hardik Pandya 34, Will Jack 33; Jofra Archer 3-17, Nandre Burger 2-43, Brijesh Sharma 2-26, Yash Raj Punj 2-44) by 30 runs Article Source: IANS
Suryakumar Yadav becomes only second batter after Rohit Sharma to...
Suryakumar Yadav crossed 4000 runs for Mumbai Indians, joining Rohit Sharma in an elite club. However, this personal milestone arrived amidst a challenging IPL 2026 season. Despite a fighting 60 against Rajasthan Royals, his overall performance was below par, contributing to MI's disappointing ninth-place finish. The team struggled with batting collapses throughout the campaign.
IPL 2026: Jofra Archers Stellar Performance Leads Rajasthan Royals to Playoff Spot
Mumbai, May 24: Rajasthan Royals (RR) have secured their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs. In a thrilling match held at Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, RR defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 30 runs, clinching the fourth spot in the standings. With 8 wins from 14 matches, Rajasthan has accumulated 16 points. Chasing a target of ... Read more IPL 2026: Jofra Archers Stellar Performance Leads Rajasthan Royals to Playoff Spot
What Rajasthan Royals' Win Against Mumbai Indians Means For IPL 2026 Playoffs
Rajasthan Royals on Sunday grabbed the fourth and final playoff spot after defeating Mumbai Indians by 30 runs in their high-stakes IPL 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium.
Rajasthan Royals roar into playoffs, crush MI by 30 runs in Wankhede
Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 30 runs in Mumbai to secure a place in the IPL play-offs. RR posted 205/8, powered by Jurel, Shanaka, and Archer after early setbacks. Mumbai Indians collapsed to 175/9 despite resistance from Will Jacks. RRs disciplined bowling ensured regular breakthroughs, sealing a crucial win and confirming their qualification in style.
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IPL 2026: Unchanged KKR Elect To Bowl First Against DC, Kuldeep And Nabi Return
Kolkata Knight Riders: An unchanged Kolkata Knight Riders have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Delhi Capitals in the final league stage match of IPL 2026 at the Eden Gardens on Sunday. KKR need Mumbai Indians to beat Rajasthan Royals in the ongoing game at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, while also needing to beat DC by huge margin to clinch a last-minute entry into the playoffs. After winning the toss, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane said, Its pretty simple. We know the scenario depending on whats going to happen in the previous game, which is happening right now. But regardless of that, we dont know what the result will be. Also, the wicket looks really good. So yes, its very simple. Its still a game of cricket to be played, and the last six games have been fantastic for us. We still want to compete and win this game. As I said, we dont know whats going to happen, but whenever you play a game of cricket, you always look to win. Asked about his thoughts on KKRs campaign so far, Rahane said, Really proud of the unit, especially because its not easy to come back from the situation we were in. It takes courage, character, and attitude to bounce back as a team. IPL is a funny tournament with 2425 players and support staff, maintaining that atmosphere, intensity and carrying it forward every time is fantastic. So yes, Im really proud of each and every one. KKR face a steep net run rate challenge - if DC post 180, KKR will need to chase it down in just about 12 overs to stay alive in the playoffs race. Should DC set a target of 200, KKR will have to complete the chase between 12.1 and 12.4 overs to overtake Punjab Kings on NRR. DC skipper Axar Patel said Kuldeep Yadav and Auqib Nabi return to their playing eleven, adding that he would have looked to bowl first as well. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep will come in DCs bowling innings as the Impact Player, while Finn Allen is likely to come into KKRs chase. Obviously I would have bowled first because, the way this tournament has gone, weve done well while chasing. So yes, looking at that, we wouldve bowled first. But its not bad because the wicket looks good and even if we look ahead to next year, though thats still far away, if we bat first, our batsmen will get an opportunity to understand how to approach batting first as well. Asked on his reflections over DCs inconsistent campaign, Axar said, No, I dont think we should see it like a bad dream. Obviously, theres a lot of reflection and thought about what we couldve done better or changed. But honestly, I dont think we played bad cricket. Id say we were unfortunate at crucial moments, we dropped catches at key times. Cricket is like that, when opportunities come, if you dont grab them, you fall behind. Those opportunities were ours, and the mistakes were ours too. So I think we should learn from them and move forward. Sometimes when youre winning, even if you make small mistakes, they get ignored because you dont focus too much on them. But when those same small moments hurt you badly, then you realize that if we hadnt made those mistakes, we couldve been in a completely different position. But thats cricket, after every season, there are always regrets. What matters is whether you executed the plans your team made. If the answer is yes, then I think you should move on and look ahead, he said. Playing XIs: Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Sahil Parakh, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (captain), Ashutosh Sharma, Madhav Tiwari, Auqib Nabi, Mitchell Starc, and Lungi Ngidi Impact Substitutes: Tripurana Vijay, Sameer Rizvi, Vipraj Nigam, Nitish Rana and Kuldeep Yadav Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Sahil Parakh, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (captain), Ashutosh Sharma, Madhav Tiwari, Auqib Nabi, Mitchell Starc, and Lungi Ngidi Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact Substitutes: Finn Allen, Sarthak Ranjan, Vaibhav Arora, Ramandeep Singh and Rahul Tripathi Article Source: IANS
Rohit Sharma Equals All-Time Unwanted IPL Record After Duck Against Rajasthan Royals
Mumbai Indians talisman Rohit Sharma on Sunday scripted an unwanted Indian Premier League record after getting dismissed for a duck in the match against Rajasthan Royals.
IPL 2026: Boys Are Watching The RR Game Now, Will Help In Knowing What KKR Needs To Do, Says Powell
Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders batting allrounder Rovman Powell said the players have been glued to the ongoing afternoon fixture of Rajasthan Royals against the Mumbai Indians, adding that they are aware its outcome will help them know what they need to do to have a last-minute entry into the playoffs. At the half-way mark at the Wankhede Stadium, MI lost four wickets in a chase of 206, and KKR need the five-time winners to beat RR and then get a big victory over Delhi Capitals at the Eden Gardens to set up an Eliminator clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. Yeah, definitely. I think they're tuned in from last night, watching the game against Punjab, and that will help us in knowing what we have to do today, and they're watching the game going on now against Rajasthan, Powell said in a pre-game chat with the broadcasters. Reflecting on the teams position midway through the season, Powell admitted qualification hopes had looked distant. To be honest, maybe not. But halfway through the competition, we had made a commitment to play good cricket, and our fans who have supported us really well. Like, just to play for ourselves, play for our pride, it's a proud franchise, and the start of the competition didn't justify how the franchise have treated us as players, he said. On the reasons behind the turnaround, Powell pointed to stability in selection and overcoming injuries. Finding an identity, coming up with your proper combinations, looking to what you really want to do, at the start of the competition, we were plagued by some injuries. Some of the key players didn't take part. Reflecting on the teams position midway through the season, Powell admitted qualification hopes had looked distant. To be honest, maybe not. But halfway through the competition, we had made a commitment to play good cricket, and our fans who have supported us really well. Like, just to play for ourselves, play for our pride, it's a proud franchise, and the start of the competition didn't justify how the franchise have treated us as players, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Powell conceded it had not been a standout campaign for him personally but took satisfaction in contributing to team success. It hasn't been one of those stellar IPL seasons, to be honest, but it's a season where I've contributed to the team's successes. Once you are contributing to your team, that's a good thing. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Post 205/8 In Must-win Clash Vs MI
Indian Premier League: Fine rearguard action by their lower-order batters helped Rajasthan Royals recover from losing their top-order cheaply and post 205/8 against the Mumbai Indians in a must-win match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Rajasthan, who need to win their last league match to secure a spot in the playoffs, reached a challenging total, though there was no defining knock in their innings that lurched from one wicket to another in hot and humid conditions. From 54/3 after the Power-play, the RR innings lost steam in the middle overs as they could manage only 46/1 in the overs between 7 and 11 and 48/2 in the next set of four from 12 to 16. However, their lower order smashed 73 runs in the last five overs to take them past 200. Deepak Chahar, who replaced Jasprit Bumrah in the playing XI, and Shardul Thakur claimed two wickets apiece for MI, while Will Jacks (1-12), AM Ghazanfar (1-45), and Corbin Bosch (1-33) bagged a wicket apiece in a fine bowling effort by MI Asked to bat first, RR got off to a brisk start with Yashasvi Jaiswal hitting Deepak Chahar for a six each in his first two overs. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi nearly struck the first six of the match, but Will Jacks dived across the rope and flicked it back for a single. Jaiswal (27 off 17), who survived a huge shout for lbw after the TV official went with 'umpire's call' on an MI review, played one shot too many and perished, mistiming an attempted big one against a well-pitched ball outside the off by Will Jacks and spooning it straight to point, where Corbin Bosch pouched it gleefully. Sooryavanshi (4) fell into inertia and suffered trying to emerge out of it, caught by Naman Dhir off Chahar. Rajasthan skipper Ryan Parag struck two fours and a six for an 8-ball 14, taking them past fifty, but perished on the last ball of Power-play, edging AM Ghazanfar to backward point, where Tilak Varma pulled off an easy catch, leaving the Royals tottering at 54/3. Dhruv Jurel and Dasun Shanaka performed a mini-rescue act, taking the winner of the inaugural IPL to 99 before the Sri Lankan all-rounder, who struck three big sixes, ran himself out for 29 off 15 balls. Rajasthan's woes continued as Jurel departed soon after, bowled by a superb yorker by Bosch, and RR slumped to 119/5 in the 13th over. Jurel struck three fours, two off successive deliveries from Ghazanfar, and two sixes for his 26-ball 38. Donovan Ferreira (16) hammered a six each off Raghu Sharma and Chahar, but was back in the dugout soon. Chahar had the last laugh, having him caught by Bosch off a short, slow, and wide delivery on the ball after being swung over for a six. Jofra Archer smashed two sixes and a four in his 15-ball 32 cameo, but RR were pushed to the brink by a double-wicket over by Shardul Thakur. Ravindra Jadeja. coming in an Impact Sub, struck a couple of boundaries in his 11-ball 19 while Nandre Burger blasted his first T20 six during his 3-ball 10 as RR went past the 200-run mark But in the end, that may not prove enough considering the Mumbai Indians' strong batting line-up, as conditions are expected to ease up in the second innings. Jofra Archer smashed two sixes and a four in his 15-ball 32 cameo, but RR were pushed to the brink by a double-wicket over by Shardul Thakur. Ravindra Jadeja. coming in an Impact Sub, struck a couple of boundaries in his 11-ball 19 while Nandre Burger blasted his first T20 six during his 3-ball 10 as RR went past the 200-run mark Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rajasthan Royals 205/8 in 20 overs (Dhruv Jurel 38, Jofra Archer 32; Shardul Thakur 2-41, Deepak Chahar 2-43) against Mumbai Indians. Article Source: IANS
Mumbai Indians bring back rare 11-year-old strategy vs RR
Mumbai Indians tried a new tactic in their final league match. They used three overs of spin in the Powerplay against Rajasthan Royals. This unusual strategy was also seen against Lucknow Super Giants earlier in IPL 2026. It is a rare move for the team in their IPL history. Mumbai Indians have had a mixed season in IPL 2026.
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IPL 2026: Why Jasprit Bumrah is not playing vs Rajasthan Royals
Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for Mumbai Indians' final league match against Rajasthan Royals, a decision confirmed as workload management. While MI are already eliminated, RR, led by Riyan Parag, need a win to secure a playoff spot. The match features several changes for both sides, but Bumrah's absence is the key talking point.
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the RPSC 1st Grade Teacher Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 on its official website. Candidates can check their allotted exam city using their login credentials, while admit cards will be issued on May 28. Aspirants have been advised to verify examination centre details carefully and plan travel arrangements in advance.
Jasprit Bumrah was not included in the Mumbai Indians playing XI for the IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals on Sunday.
IPL 2026: MI Opt To Bowl In Must-win Game For RR
Yash Raj Punja: Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bowl first in their last league match of the season, which is a must-win clash for their opponents, Rajasthan Royals, at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. It is the only day game of the season at the Wankhede, which is being played in quite hot and humid conditions, making it a challenging affair for the players. MI rested seasoned pacer Jasprit Bumrah, bringing in Deepak Chahar into the playing XI. Rajasthan Royals made three changes with skipper Riyan Parag, Nandre Burger, and Ravindra Jadeja coming in. MI captain Hardik Pandya said the conditions were the reason he opted to bowl first. When we have played in the afternoon, it (the pitch) tends to get better in the afternoon, said Pandya at the toss. Looks like a good track. It's hard. Will mostly play like this. Once the sun goes down, it's slightly better. Just want to come out there and give our best shot. We have had a tough season, he added. With the Rajasthan Royals needing to win this match to secure the fourth spot in the playoffs, captain Parag said they will give their best in the must-win match as they trail the Punjab Kings by one point. Would have done the same thing. Could be the last game of the season. We'll play like it. All the prep and energy that went into the tournament... Hopefully, we maximise our opportunity and get ahead in the playoffs. Rather have this than depend on someone else, he said. Playing XIs: Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Atcher, Nandre Burger, Yash Raj Punja, Brijesh Sharma Impact substitutes: Ravindra Jadeja, Sushant Mishra, Aman Rao Perala, Ravi Bishnoi, Tushar Deshpande Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Atcher, Nandre Burger, Yash Raj Punja, Brijesh Sharma Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Rohit Sharma, Mayank Rawat, Robin Minz, Krish Bhagat, Trent Boult Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians to bowl against Rajasthan Royals, Bumrah rested
Rajsthan Royals need to win this match to progress to the playoffs behind Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Saba Karim Compares Shreyas Century To petrichor After PBKS Crucial Victory
Lucknow Super Giants: Saba Karim showered praise on Shreyas Iyer after the Punjab Kings captain produced a stunning unbeaten century to revive his sides playoff hopes in the IPL 2026, calling his maiden ton similar to 'petrichor'. Iyers unbeaten 101 off 51 balls led Punjab to a seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday, ending PBKS six-match losing streak and keeping their playoff hopes alive. Coming in when Punjab was struggling at 22/2 chasing 197, Iyer steadied the innings and then aggressively dismantled the bowling attack with a strategic approach. Karim described the innings as one that arrived at the perfect moment for Punjab and their supporters after weeks of frustration. I was trying to find the right word to describe this innings, and the one that came to mind was petrichor, the scent of raindrops on dry land. That is what this innings would have felt like for Punjab Kings and their fans, Karim told JioStar. According to Karim, the innings stood out not just for the strokeplay, but for the maturity and awareness Iyer showed throughout the chase. The captain had to step up at a crucial stage of the tournament, and he found the perfect platform to deliver. There was aggression but also control. There was intent, but at the same time, a clear understanding of the match situation, he said. Iyers century, the first of his IPL career, came in a high-pressure contest with Punjab needing victory to keep their campaign alive. Karim felt the context elevated the knock into one of the finest innings of the batters career. The manner in which he constructed the innings was extremely impressive. He has scored centuries before, but this could well be one of the finest knocks of his career because of the context and the quality of execution. It was an almost flawless innings from Shreyas Iyer, Karim stated. Punjabs playoff hopes, however, still hinge on other results, including Sundays crucial clash between Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals at the Wankhede Stadium. Rajasthan need a victory to knock Punjab out of contention, while Mumbai are aiming to strengthen their own position in the top four race. Previewing the contest, Karim said Rajasthan would take confidence from their recent performances heading into the high-pressure fixture. It is a massive game for Rajasthan Royals, but the way they played in the previous match should give them a lot of confidence heading into this encounter against Mumbai Indians, he mentioned. Previewing the contest, Karim said Rajasthan would take confidence from their recent performances heading into the high-pressure fixture. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Wankhede surface generally produces high-scoring games, and Rajasthan have plenty of firepower at the top of the order. Players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, and Donovan Ferreira are all looking in good touch. Rajasthan Royals will feel hopeful about their chances in such an important contest, Karim concluded. Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2026: Super Sunday double-header to feature crucial matches for playoff qualification today
In IPL Cricket, the Super Sunday double-header will feature crucial matches for playoff qualification today. In the first match of the day, Mumbai Indians will take on Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai at 3.30 pm. For Rajasthan Royals, it is a must-win game in their pursuit of a playoff berth. For Mumbai Indians, []
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'Missing one England game doesn't bothers him': Archer backed amid criticism over IPL priority
Jofra Archer is reportedly unfazed by criticism in England over missing the first Test against New Zealand due to IPL commitments with Rajasthan Royals. Assistant coach Trevor Penny said Archer remains relaxed despite comments from former captains Michael Atherton and Michael Vaughan. Meanwhile, Jacob Bethell has left the IPL after suffering a finger injury.
Lucknow Super Giants: Punjab Kings spinner Yuzvendra Chahal admitted relief was the overriding emotion after his side snapped a six-match losing streak with a crucial seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants to stay alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race. Powered by skipper Shreyas Iyers unbeaten 101 off 51 balls and a 140-run partnership with Prabhsimran Singh, Punjab chased down 197 in just 18 overs at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday to climb to fourth on the table. The result ended a difficult stretch for Punjab, who had won six of their opening seven games before suffering six consecutive defeats that pushed their campaign to the brink. Reflecting on finally returning to winning ways after nearly a month, Chahal said the biggest challenge during the slump was maintaining belief within the group. When you win six of your first seven matches and then go on to lose the next six, after a point, theres nothing left to say. How you keep the team together and the environment close-knit becomes key. So, there were never any negative thoughts. Even during practice, the focus was on ourselves and how we could get those two points because it had been almost a month since we last won a game. So, this win feels special, Chahal said on JioHotstar after the game. Punjabs playoff hopes, however, still depend on other results. They now need the Mumbai Indians to beat Rajasthan Royals on Sunday to remain in contention, while Kolkata Knight Riders can still overtake them on net run-rate with a massive win over Delhi Capitals. Chahal, though, joked about temporarily switching allegiances for Sundays clash at the Wankhede Stadium. We will be in Lucknow only. Hopefully, RR lose tomorrow and Rohit Sharma scores 200 directly, its been a long time, he said. The leg-spinner then turned serious while analysing the playoff permutations and Mumbais chances against Rajasthan. But on a serious note, I think our chances depend more on the day game because KKR might have to chase down a total in 11-12 overs, which can be a bit difficult. Its Wankhede, a small ground, so if they get Vaibhav out cheaply, I think Mumbai Indians chances of winning will be high, the spinner stated. Chahal also offered an insight into the growing difficulties faced by bowlers in modern T20 cricket, pointing to flatter pitches, aggressive batting approaches and the Impact Player rule as factors that have shifted the balance heavily in favour of batters. Earlier, you used to get a little bit of turn and assistance from the wickets, but in the last two years, I dont think the wickets have offered much help. Maybe apart from Hyderabad, where I got it to grip a bit because it was slow and the boundaries were big. But apart from that, every ground seems to be flat, he mentioned. According to Chahal, the rise in scoring rates has fundamentally changed the way bowlers approach games as he said, Earlier, teams were okay with a 50-run powerplay, but these days, 65-70 has become the norm. That means when I come on to bowl, Im often bowling to a set batter already on 40 or 50, and then theres an extra batter to counter because of the Impact Player rule. So, as a bowler, you are under immense pressure. Even when a team is six or seven wickets down, you know there are still batters to come. So, it is challenging. Earlier, you used to get a little bit of turn and assistance from the wickets, but in the last two years, I dont think the wickets have offered much help. Maybe apart from Hyderabad, where I got it to grip a bit because it was slow and the boundaries were big. But apart from that, every ground seems to be flat, he mentioned. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But I still feel that if you have skill, you can bowl well. Because of these high scores, if a bowler goes for 40 in four overs, its not considered bad these days, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
