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'
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
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
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.
RR qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs; PBKS and KKR knocked out
Rajasthan Royals' victory against Mumbai Indians knocked out both Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders
'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.
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.
Rajasthan: Heatwave conditions intensify; western disturbance likely to bring relief soon
Rajasthan is experiencing intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures soaring to 45-46 degrees Celsius in western parts. The Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave alert, forecasting dry weather and dust-laden winds for the next three to four days. Relief is expected from May 28-29 with thunderstorms and light rainfall.
IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Breaks Teenage T20 Run-scoring Record
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history on Sunday by becoming the teenager with the most runs in a T20 league as he continued his impressive breakthrough season in the Indian Premier League 2026. The 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals batter entered the match against Mumbai Indians needing only two runs to break the record. He reached this milestone in the second over of the innings, taking his second run off Will Jacks. This officially moved him past the previous record for most runs scored by a teenager in a T20 competition. Sooryavanshi has now scored 483 runs in 14 matches during IPL 2026. He has established himself as one of the standout young talents of the tournament. The left-handed batter from Bihar has consistently impressed this season with his fearless strokeplay and maturity against both pace and spin, despite being just 15. The previous record for teenage batters belonged to Devdutt Padikkal, who scored 580 runs at the age of 19 for the Karnataka cricket team during the 2019-20 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Padikkals total came in Indias top domestic T20 competition and was long regarded as one of the best teenage batting performances in the format. Tilak Varma also ranks high on the list, scoring 397 runs in 14 matches during his debut IPL season for Mumbai Indians in 2022 at age 19. The previous record for teenage batters belonged to Devdutt Padikkal, who scored 580 runs at the age of 19 for the Karnataka cricket team during the 2019-20 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Padikkals total came in Indias top domestic T20 competition and was long regarded as one of the best teenage batting performances in the format. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sooryavanshis latest achievement highlights his remarkable rise this season and strengthens his reputation as one of the brightest teenage talents in world cricket. Article Source: IANS
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
IPL 2026 Live: Horrible Mix-up Results In Shanaka's Dismissal; RR 3 Down
MI vs RR LIVE Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Updates: Allah Ghazanfar has provided Mumbai Indians with their third wicket of the day against Rajasthan Royals as he dismissed Riyan Parag for 14.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi flop show triggers viral Hardik Pandya reaction
Deepak Chahar provided Mumbai Indians with a crucial breakthrough, dismissing Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi early in their IPL 2026 clash at Wankhede. Sooryavanshi's dismissal, caught by Naman Dheer, sent the crowd into a frenzy. Mumbai Indians opted to bowl first in this must-win encounter for Rajasthan Royals.
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.
IPL: Mumbai Indians win toss, elect to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals, Bumrah rested
IPL MI vs RR: Mumbai Indians (MI) won the toss and opted to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their last Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 group-stage match, on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Notably, Jasprit Bumrah sits out the clash as the Mumbai Indians have rested the speedster.
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
MI vs RR LIVE Score, IPL 2026: Focus On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi; Here's How RR Can Reach Top 4
MI vs RR LIVE Score, IPL 2026 LIVE Cricket Updates: Rajasthan Royals will be facing Mumbai Indians in their last league stage of IPL 2026 on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium.
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, []
IPL 2026 Playoffs Scenario: The Only Way Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Rajasthan Royals Can Qualify
Rajasthan Royals face a straightforward task in the IPL 2026 playoffs race as they take on Mumbai Indians in their final group-stage match on Sunday.
12 MPs, four Parliamentary panels selected for Sansad Ratna Awards
In a statement, the Prime Point Foundation said BJP's Jagdambika Pal (Uttar Pradesh), P.P. Chaudhary (Rajasthan), Nishikant Dubey (Jharkhand) and Shiv Sena's Shrikant Eknath Shinde (Maharashtra) are among the MPs chosen in the individual category
'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
Punja: 'Horrible' start, transformation under Bharucha, Cook's 'X-factor' remark
Yash Raj Punja has emerged as a surprise star for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026, taking six wickets in five matches. The Abu Dhabi-born leg-spinner overcame a difficult start in cricket before switching from pace bowling to spin. Guided by coaches and inspired by legends like Anil Kumble and Yuzvendra Chahal, Punjas discipline, accuracy and work ethic have now sparked calls for a fast-track India debut.
MI vs RR Mumbai Weather Updates: Will rain interrupt the crucial IPL 2026 clash at Wankhede Stadium?
IPL Match Today : MI vs RR Pitch Report: Mumbai Indians will host Rajasthan Royals in a crucial IPL 2026 playoff decider on Sunday, May 24. Rajasthan Royals, still in contention, can secure a playoff spot with a win, regardless of other results. The Wankhede pitch is expected to favor batters, with hot and humid conditions anticipated.
Central University of Rajasthan launches research promotion scheme for scholars
Under the scheme, the research scholars will receive an additional financial support of 5,000 per month over and above the existing non-NET fellowship of the UGC. An additional contingency grant of 10,000 will also be provided to support research-related expenses
Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough task in the Playoffs race as they take on Delhi Capitals in their final group stage match of IPL 2026 on Sunday.
RPSC 1st Grade admit card releasing on May 25; know steps to download on rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
RPSC 1st Grade admit card 2026: Rajasthan Public Service Commission will release the RPSC 1st Grade Teacher admit card on May 25, 2026, for School Lecturer direct recruitment candidates. Applicants can download the hall ticket from the official RPSC and recruitment portals using their application number and date of birth. The examination will be conducted from May 31 to June 11, 2026. Candidates must carry a printed admit card and valid photo identity proof to the examination centre for verification and entry.
Tributes Pour in for Martyr Kartar Singh Sarabha on His Birth Anniversary
New Delhi, May 24: On the birth anniversary of the young revolutionary martyr Kartar Singh Sarabha, leaders from various states, including Haryanas Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Rajasthans Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, and Mizorams Governor General V.K. Singh, paid their respects. They remembered the warrior who played a significant role in the Ghadar Movement ... Read more Tributes Pour in for Martyr Kartar Singh Sarabha on His Birth Anniversary
IPL 2026 Super Sunday: One team waits, two chase final playoff spot
IPL 2026's league stage culminates in a thrilling finale with one playoff spot undecided. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans lead, while Sunrisers Hyderabad secure third. Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings vie for the final berth. Super Sunday's matches will determine which two dreams end and one advances.
From U-19 cricket to Kashmir Golf, Jadeja keeps sport close
Srinagar, May 23:The rain clouds hung low over the lush greens of Royal Springs Golf Course as young golfer from Rajasthan quietly prepared for another round in Kashmir. Dressed casually, speaking softly and carrying none of the intensity often associated with competitive sport, Padmanav Jadeja, better known among friends as Paddy, looked more like a traveller soaking in the mountains than a player about to tee off in a two-day tournament. But golf, for him, is exactly that, travel, connection and escape. I play golf as a hobby which has now become something I really enjoy, he said with an easy smile. I like travelling and playing different courses. Jadeja, from a royal family, is now based in Rajasthan and, had returned to Kashmir after playing here nearly two years ago during the Khyber Cup. That memory, he admits, stayed with him. It was one of the better tournaments I have played, he said. The setting here is beautiful. And honestly, it is also a perfect escape from the Rajasthan and Delhi summer. While temperatures in the plains continue to soar above 40 degrees, Kashmirs cool breeze and rain-soaked mornings have become a welcome refuge for golfers. For Paddy and his friends, the decision to come was almost spontaneous. The kids holidays had started, and we thought, why not go to Kashmir and play golf, he said. What followed was less a carefully planned campaign and more a youthful sporting adventure. A few calls, conversations with organisers, and suddenly a team was formed for the WHS Sports Hub Golf Cup. We are actually just a patched-up team, he laughed. We just got together and said let us go play. There are no dramatic strategies, no intense pre-tournament meetings, and no pressure of expectations. The team, according to him, simply wants to enjoy the course and perhaps turn this visit into an annual tradition. We hope to do well, but you cant get too serious, he said. You just take it as it comes. Yet beneath the relaxed personality lies an athlete shaped by years in competitive cricket. Long before golf entered his life, Jadeja played U-19 cricket and even played a few practice matches at the professional level before deciding not to pursue cricket further. I could not make the big leap, he admitted honestly. But sport has always remained part of my life. That sporting background, he says, made the transition to golf natural. When you grow up playing cricket, you are already used to spending hours on the field, staying patient and focused, he said. But unlike many professionals who struggle to balance work and sport, he believes golf actually complements his professional life. Golf helps you connect with people, he said. Even if you build one meaningful connection in a year through the game, it makes sense. That philosophy perhaps explains why golf attracts him beyond competition. For Jadeja, the sport is less about scorecards and more about people, places and moments. And on a rainy Srinagar morning, with mist floating above the fairways and golfers gathering near the first tee, that moment felt complete. There was no visible nervousness before the round. No bold predictions either. Just a young golfer from Rajasthan, escaping the desert heat, walking calmly into the Kashmiri rain with a golf club in hand and no expectations beyond enjoying the game.
Rajasthan introduces austerity measures for fuel conservation amid West Asia conflict
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Rajasthans Thermal Power Plants Set Record in Coal Unloading Without Delay Charges
Jaipur, May 24: Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL) has achieved a significant operational milestone. Its Suratgarh and Chhabra thermal power stations have set a record for continuous coal unloading without incurring any delay charges. According to RVUNL, the 1,500 MW Suratgarh Super Thermal Power Project (6250 MW) successfully unloaded over 750 coal rakes ... Read more Rajasthans Thermal Power Plants Set Record in Coal Unloading Without Delay Charges
MI vs RR Match 69, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction
MI vs RR Match 69, Cricket Tips : Punjab Kings have made a strong statement with a win over LSG. Now, Rajasthan Royals have a chance to surpass them and qualify for the playoffs. RR will face Mumbai Indians on Sunday at Wankhede Stadium, starting at 7:30 PM IST. If RR win this game, they will have a total of 16 points, which is required to qualify for the playoffs. If they lose, they will be eliminated. Meanwhile, MI have nothing to lose, and they are already out of the tournament. But Hardik Pandya and his team will hope that they can end the season on a winning note. MI vs RR: Match Details Date : May 24, 2026 (Sunday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue : Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai MI vs RR: Live Streaming Detail Indian fans can watch the MI vs RR clash on Star Sports Network on TV. Fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. MI vs RR Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 32 MI : 16 RR : 15 No - Result : 01 MI vs RR: Ground Pitch Report The wicket at Wankhede Stadium is good for batting. In the IPL, it is a six-hitting venue. The surface is flat, and these batters will like their time on the crease. MI vs RR Possible XIs MI : Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rohit Sharma, Naman Dhir, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Will Jacks, Hardik Pandya (c), Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah, Raghu Sharma RR : Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (w), Riyan Parag (C), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Brijesh Sharma, Sandeep Sharma MI vs RR Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Ryan Rickelton and Vaibhav Suryavanshi are two batters to watch out for. Probable Best Bowler Jofra Archer is bowling firey spells and is taking wickets with the new ball. For MI, Corbin Bosch has bowled smartly and mixed up well at different stages. Today Match Prediction : MI are not at their best and are struggling with their form. Hence, we predict Rajasthan Royals to win this game. MI vs RR Match 69, IPL 2026, Today 2026 Match, MI vs RR 2026 Prediction, MI vs RR Predicted XIs, Injury Update for MI 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.
Jaipur, May 24: Following Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal to conserve petrol and diesel, the Rajasthan government has issued a circular prohibiting ministers, officials, and employees from undertaking foreign travel at government expense. The circular also outlines various energy-saving measures. The Finance Departments directive aims to reduce government expenditure and promote fuel conservation. All departments ... Read more Rajasthan Government Imposes Ban on Official Foreign Travel, Emphasizes Electric Vehicles and Carpooling
Pavan K. Varma | India At Crossroads On Bail For Umar Khalid & UAPA
For decades, Indian jurisprudence has rested on a foundational principle: Bail is the rule, jail is the exception. This doctrine was memorably articulated by Justice V.R. Krishna Iyer, in the celebrated case of State of Rajasthan vs Balchand (1977)
IPL 2026: Its My First Hundred And Came At The Right Time When The Team Needed It, Says Iyer
Lucknow Super Giants: Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer said his maiden IPL hundred came at the right time when the team needed it, as his unbeaten 101 guided the side to a sevenwicket win over Lucknow Super Giants and kept their IPL 2026 playoffs hopes alive after six successive defeats. Im ecstatic to be honest. Its my first hundred and came at the right time when the team needed it. We won eventually after six consecutive losses. Its a great positive and just hoping to support MI tomorrow, Iyer said after being named Player of the Match. The win has lifted PBKS to fourth on the points table, and their fate now hinges on the Rajasthan Royals clash with the Mumbai Indians. If RR win, Punjab are out; if MI prevail, Kolkata Knight Riders could still overtake PBKS on net run rate with a big win over the now eliminated Delhi Capitals. If all works well in their favour, PBKS will face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator clash in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. On his batting approach, Iyer, who became the third PBKS captain to hit a century after KL Rahul and Adam Gilchrist, said, It's a surreal feeling when you finish off the game and score a century. All the batsmen dream of that. Today was one of the days when I felt super. I was in a great mindspace. I knew what I wanted, knew how the wicket was playing. Kinda reading the situation and how the wicket was playing helped me to score my runs, and the partnership was crucial. That creates the momentum in the game, and just to win it from there, I'm elated. On sharing a 140-run stand with Prabhsimran Singh, who made 69, Iyer said, I know if I give myself some time in the middle and time the ball as much as possible rather than getting on top of the ball and trying to score off a good ball. I feel it's necessary for me to stay out there as much as possible because then the runs keep coming. Prabh - the way he took on the bowlers, it takes two to tango. He seriously showed us what he's capable of. He was temperamentally active, and the communication we had in the middle was sensational. On how PBKS regrouped ahead of this clash to break a losing streak, Iyer said, We didn't say anything, just kept it simple. Rather than having meetings, putting more pressure on the boys. You kinda get lost in the previous losses when you discuss a lot. It's important that you let them be. Free flow of mind is required in crucial matches. You don't want to make them overthink in pressure situations. Today I literally told Ricky, 'let's not do any team meetings. Let's just head to the ground and do our rituals, which we've been doing consistently, and we could see the result. Iyer then praised his bowlers for pulling the game back. Elated by their performance. Even though we went 16 off the first over. Just to get the game back towards us, Azmat bowled brilliantly. The first over, which he bowled, got a wicket and saved those crucial runs. Its all about momentum in this situation, and just to get the game back, especially Yuzi, the way he came back and restricted runs. He got the crucial wicket of Rishabh Pant. Kudos to him; he leaked a lot of runs in the last game, but he showed his character. Coach Ricky Ponting lauded his captains maturity. We've done it the hard way, let's put it that way. We've done what we needed to do today. Sloppy in the field again, gave them 20 more runs than they should've got. Pretty clinical chase, especially being in trouble early. The captain he's done that all season. That's his first IPL century tonight. We'll celebrate that, and then we'll sit around and wait for those results tomorrow. There's a reason I spent as much money at the auction as I did a couple of years ago. He's a ripping guy, a very mature player now, and a very mature leader. More often than not, he keeps his emotions in check on the field. The respect he has from his players is second to none. The moment he stands in front of the group and speaks, not a single eye ball leaves a single word he says. Delighted to work with him. Really happy with the season he's had. Great to see him back in the Indian one-day team. I really think there's a bigger, brighter future for him in the Indian T20 team as well. The level of cricket we played in the first half was a level I've never seen before. And then we just made some crucial errors at different times in the last six games. Speaking about Prabhsimran, Ponting said, A terrific player. It's probably only been the last couple of years that he has realised how good he is. He and Priyansh have been outstanding for us the last couple of seasons. Seeing him play a mature innings tonight in a good run chase will do him a world of good. We'll try to get the boys together and watch it (the RR-MI game). I really think there's a bigger, brighter future for him in the Indian T20 team as well. The level of cricket we played in the first half was a level I've never seen before. And then we just made some crucial errors at different times in the last six games. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But at the same time, you know batting gets easier in the second innings at Ekana. Sometimes, ideas without accountability are the hardest thing to do. As a team, we want to look at the positives Definitely a lot of positives. Its been a long season, we promise to come back stronger next year. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Iyers Unbeaten 101 Helps PBKS Keep Playoffs Hopes Alive, Beat LSG By Seven Wickets (ld)
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium: Captain Shreyas Iyer struck his maiden IPL century to guide Punjab Kings to a sevenwicket win over Lucknow Super Giants and break their six-game losing streak to keep their playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday. In response to LSGs 196/6, Punjab hunted down the target in 18 overs, with Iyer unbeaten on 101 off 51 balls, studded with 11 fours and five sixes coming at a strike-rate of 198.04. Apart from wowing the crowd with his sublime timing, strong pick-up of deliveries and bottom-handed shots, Iyer also shared a crucial 140-run stand with Prabhsimran Singh, who hit 69 off 39 balls. The win has lifted PBKS to fourth on the points table, and their fate now hinges on the Rajasthan Royals clash with the Mumbai Indians. If RR win, Punjab are out; if MI prevail, Kolkata Knight Riders could still overtake PBKS on net run rate with a big win over the now eliminated Delhi Capitals. If all works well in their favour, PBKS will face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator clash in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. The chase began dramatically as Priyansh Arya fell first ball to Mohammed Shami, caught on the pull for a golden duck. Cooper Connolly counterattacked with four boundaries in the second over, before being castled by Mohammed Shami and leaving PBKS at 22/2 in 2.2 overs. Iyer joined Prabhsimran and the pair steadied the innings. Iyer struck successive fours off Mohsin Khan and Shami, while Prabhsimran found his rhythm with inventive strokes and used the bowlers pace to his advantage. The partnership blossomed after Power-play as Prabhsimran dropped on 20 by Pant off Arjun Tendulkar, and got his fifty in 28 balls. Iyer, meanwhile, cut and drove with authority to get his fifty in 33 balls. The boundaries flowed freely before Arjun trapped Prabhsimran lbw for 69. But Iyer pressed on, smashing three sixes in one Shami over to all but seal the contest. Fittingly, Iyer launched a slower ball from Mohsin over cow corner to complete his maiden IPL hundred and clinch an important victory for PBKS. For Iyer, the century was a moment of relief and joy - helmet off, arms aloft, as he was embraced by teammates over ending a six-game losing streak and PBKS playoffs hopes still very much alive. Even as PBKS rejoiced in the glow of a much-needed victory in a must-win clash, LSGs tenth defeat of the season also confirmed that they will finish at the bottom of the IPL 2026 points table. Previously, riding on Josh Ingliss fluent 72 off 44 balls and Abdul Samads unbeaten 37 off 20 deliveries, LSG posted 196/6, though it looked like they finished well short of a par score. Inglis didn't see much of the strike in the first few overs, as he lost partners from the other end. But he slowly came into his own to add 49 runs for the third wicket and shared a 65-run partnership with Rishabh Pant. Inglis came into his own during the middle overs to hit nine fours and two sixes in all in his knock, coming at a strike-rate of 163.64. At 147/4 in 15 overs, LSG were primed for a big finish, but losing Inglis was huge for them, though Samad did show some fight with a late cameo. For PBKS, Yuzvendra Chahal and Marco Jansen were the standout bowlers with two scalps each. The innings began briskly for LSG, though they suffered early setbacks. Arshin Kulkarni and Nicholas Pooran fell cheaply, leaving the hosts two down inside the Power-play. Inglis did not see much of the strike initially, but once it had settled, he counterattacked with authority. Badoni joined Inglis and the pair steadied the innings before the former was stumped off Chahal for 43. Inglis then found another partner in Pant, and together they pushed the score past 100. With Inglis striking cleanly through the middle overs, LSG looked assured for a big total, though they lost Pant for 26. But Inglis dismissal checked their momentum, leaving Samad to shoulder the responsibility in the death overs after Mukul Choudhary fell cheaply. Samad rose to the occasion with crisp strokes through point and midwicket to take LSG past the 190-mark, which was inadequate to stop Iyer and PBKS from getting a clinical win. Badoni joined Inglis and the pair steadied the innings before the former was stumped off Chahal for 43. Inglis then found another partner in Pant, and together they pushed the score past 100. With Inglis striking cleanly through the middle overs, LSG looked assured for a big total, though they lost Pant for 26. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Lucknow Super Giants 196/6 in 20 overs (Josh Inglis 72, Ayush Badoni 43; Yuzvendra Chahal 2-25, Marco Jansen 2-33) lost to Punjab Kings 200/3 in 18 overs (Shreyas Iyer 101 not out, Prabhsimran Singh 69; Mohammed Shami 2-45, Arjun Tendulkar 1-36) by seven wickets Article Source: IANS
IPL playoffs: Did Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings qualify after beating Lucknow? Check details
Shreyas Iyer's brilliant unbeaten 101 powered Punjab Kings to a crucial seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, ending a six-match losing streak. This win keeps their IPL playoff hopes alive, but their fate now hinges on other results. Punjab needs to defeat LSG and hope Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals lose their respective matches to secure a spot.
IPL 2026: Iyers Unbeaten 101 Helps PBKS Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Beat LSG By Seven Wickets
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium: Shreyas Iyer struck his maiden IPL century to guide Punjab Kings to a sevenwicket win over Lucknow Super Giants and break their six-game losing streak to keep their IPL 2026 playoffs hopes alive here at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday. In response to LSGs 196/6, Punjab hunted down the target in 18 overs, with Iyer unbeaten on 101 off 51 balls, studded with 11 fours and five sixes coming at a strike-rate of 198.04. Apart from wowing the crowd with his sublime timing, strong pick-up of deliveries and bottom-handed shots, Iyer also shared a crucial 140-run stand with Prabhsimran Singh, who hit 69 off 39 balls. The win has lifted PBKS to fourth on the points table, and their fate now hinges on the Rajasthan Royals clash with the Mumbai Indians. If RR win, Punjab are out; if MI prevail, Kolkata Knight Riders could still overtake PBKS on net run rate with a big win over the now eliminated Delhi Capitals. If all works well in their favour, PBKS will face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator clash in New Chandigarh on Wednesday. The chase began dramatically as Priyansh Arya fell first ball to Mohammed Shami, caught on the pull for a golden duck. Cooper Connolly counterattacked with four boundaries in the second over, before being castled by Mohammed Shami and leaving PBKS at 22/2 in 2.2 overs. Iyer joined Prabhsimran and the pair steadied the innings. Iyer struck successive fours off Mohsin Khan and Shami, while Prabhsimran found his rhythm with inventive strokes and used the bowlers pace to his advantage. The partnership blossomed after Power-play as Prabhsimran dropped on 20 by Pant off Arjun Tendulkar, and got his fifty in 28 balls. Iyer, meanwhile, cut and drove with authority to get his fifty in 33 balls. The boundaries flowed freely before Arjun trapped Prabhsimran lbw for 69. But Iyer pressed on, smashing three sixes in one Shami over to all but seal the contest. Fittingly, Iyer launched a slower ball from Mohsin over cow corner to complete his maiden IPL hundred and clinch an important victory for PBKS. For Iyer, the century was a moment of relief and joy - helmet off, arms aloft, as he was embraced by teammates over ending a six-game losing streak and PBKS playoffs hopes still very much alive. Even as PBKS rejoiced in the glow of a much-needed victory in a must-win clash, LSGs tenth defeat of the season also confirmed that they will finish at the bottom of the IPL 2026 points table. Iyer, meanwhile, cut and drove with authority to get his fifty in 33 balls. The boundaries flowed freely before Arjun trapped Prabhsimran lbw for 69. But Iyer pressed on, smashing three sixes in one Shami over to all but seal the contest. Fittingly, Iyer launched a slower ball from Mohsin over cow corner to complete his maiden IPL hundred and clinch an important victory for PBKS. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Lucknow Super Giants 196/6 in 20 overs (Josh Inglis 72, Ayush Badoni 43; Yuzvendra Chahal 2-25, Marco Jansen 2-33) lost to Punjab Kings 200/3 in 18 overs (Shreyas Iyer 101 not out, Prabhsimran Singh 69; Mohammed Shami 2-45, Arjun Tendulkar 1-36) by seven wickets Article Source: IANS
Jaipur, May 23: Rajasthans Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra announced on Saturday that the state government is fully prepared to conduct Panchayat and urban local body elections, in line with recent directives from the Rajasthan High Court. Kharra made this statement during his visit to Ajmer, where he laid the foundation stone for a convention center ... Read more Rajasthan Government Ready for Panchayat and Urban Local Body Elections: Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra
Mumbai Indians sign former RR player ahead of final league game vs Rajasthan Royals
Mumbai Indians have signed Mahipal Lomror and Ruchit Ahir as injury replacements. Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa are out due to injuries. Lomror is an experienced all-rounder while Ahir is a wicketkeeper-batter. The team aims to finish the season positively despite playoff elimination. They face Rajasthan Royals next.
Tragic Suicide in Rajasthan: Young Man Hangs Himself with Wifes Saree
Dholpur, May 23: A tragic incident has occurred in the Kanasil village of Dholpur district, Rajasthan, where a young man took his own life by hanging himself inside his home. The event has sent shockwaves through the entire village. The deceased has been identified as 32-year-old Rinku Jatav, the only son of Gangadhar Jatav. According ... Read more Tragic Suicide in Rajasthan: Young Man Hangs Himself with Wifes Saree
IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians Rope In Lomror And Ahir As Replacements For De Kock And Bawa
DY Patil T20 Cup: Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed Mahipal Lomror and Ruchit Ahir as replacements for Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa, who were previously ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season due to various injuries. Wicketkeeper-batter de Kock sustained a tendon injury in his left wrist before MIs game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 29, while seam-bowling all-rounder Bawa suffered a ligament tear in his right thumb against Punjab Kings on May 14. Both players featured in only three matches for MI this season. Lomror, a lefthanded batting allrounder from Rajasthan, has played 40 IPL matches and previously represented Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He was also a part of the Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans squads but did not get a game. He now joins MI for Rs 50 lakh. Wicketkeeper-batter de Kock sustained a tendon injury in his left wrist before MIs game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 29, while seam-bowling all-rounder Bawa suffered a ligament tear in his right thumb against Punjab Kings on May 14. Both players featured in only three matches for MI this season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score MI are currently at ninth spot on the points table with eight points from 12 games and have already been eliminated from the playoffs race. They will look to sign off on a high in front of their home crowd when they face the Rajasthan Royals at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday afternoon. A tenth defeat, though, would leave MI at the ignominy of finishing at the bottom spot of the IPL 2026 table. Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals Rope In Emanjot Chahal As Replacement For Injured Ravi Singh
Rajasthan Royals (RR), have signed Punjab left-arm spinner Emanjot Chahal as a replacement for wicketkeeperbatter Ravi Singh, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 due to a hamstring injury.
IPL 2026: Try To Keep Things Quite Simple, Focus On Controlling The Controllables, Says Nayar
Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar said his approach ahead of their crucial clash against Delhi Capitals is to keep things quite simple and focus on controlling the controllables, stressing that preparation and consistency matter more than worrying about outcome at this stage in IPL 2026. After a disastrous start to the season in which KKR lost six of their first seven matches, the three-time winners scripted a remarkable turnaround by winning six of their next seven games. The equation now is straightforward but steep: - KKR must DC and hope that both Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals lose their respective fixtures to sneak into the playoffs. I try to keep things quite simple and focus on controlling the controllables. Often, when you come to this stage of the tournament, you think about the fact that if things are meant to be, they will happen. The important thing for us is that we have a game tomorrow, and the preparation we need to play a game of cricket. Whenever you are representing a franchise, whenever you are playing in the IPL, that preparation remains the same. The consequences are out of our control. What we can control is walking out tomorrow and playing the best cricket we can. So, more than nervousness, I think the focus is on preparation and playing good cricket tomorrow, said Nayar in the pre-match press conference. Asked whether he would be following PBKS and RR matches and what sparked KKRs turnaround, Nayar said consistency in messaging and trust in players had been the key to reviving their campaign. To answer your first question, I try to watch every game in the IPL. You want to watch all teams and understand what they are doing because, as they say, it becomes part of your routine during these two months. As for the turnaround, I would put it down to consistency. I often talk about adversity, and when you are in difficult situations, the one thing a leadership group can do is remain consistent with the players. The messaging did not change much. The trust in the players did not change. The way we looked at our players did not change. When everything around you starts to feel like it is crumbling, you have to stay strong and stick to your core values as a team and as individuals. Sometimes, it takes time for people to understand their roles and what the team is trying to achieve. We talk about momentum being key in team sport, and once that momentum starts to build, belief starts to grow too. I think the hardest thing in the IPL is to remain consistent as an individual amid all the noise around you. As a group, we have tried to do exactly that, he elaborated. Speaking about the challenge that DC brings, Nayar stated, Any opponent in the IPL is a strong opponent. All teams are beautifully balanced. They have the best players in the world, the best Indian players, and young cricketers eager to make a name for themselves. We talk about momentum being key in team sport, and once that momentum starts to build, belief starts to grow too. I think the hardest thing in the IPL is to remain consistent as an individual amid all the noise around you. As a group, we have tried to do exactly that, he elaborated. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As I said, our approach has remained very consistent, and we want to continue with that. We assess the opposition and try to understand them, but eventually, on the day, the team that plays better cricket usually wins. That is what we are trying to do. At the same time, respecting the opposition and the talent they possess is something we will always do and have always done, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Oil India Discovers New Gas Reserve in Rajasthan, Marks Major Step Towards Energy Self-Reliance
New Delhi, May 23: Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri announced on Saturday that Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna public sector company, has successfully discovered a new gas reserve in the Dandewala area of Rajasthan. In a post on the social media platform X, Puri stated that this achievement will ... Read more Oil India Discovers New Gas Reserve in Rajasthan, Marks Major Step Towards Energy Self-Reliance
IPL 2026: Jansen, Vyshak Return As PBKS Elect To Bowl Against LSG, No Marsh, Tendulkar Included
BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium: Marco Jansen and Vyshak Vijaykumar have come in for Punjab Kings as captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants in a must-win Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Saturday. PBKS come into Saturdays clash after being winless in their last six outings, but still have a mathematical chance of making the playoffs if they beat LSG. They would also need to finish above Kolkata Knight Riders on net run rate (NRR), and hope Rajasthan Royals lose to Mumbai Indians on Sunday afternoon. PBKS had beaten LSG by 54 runs in the previous meeting between the two teams this season in New Chandigarh. After winning the toss, Iyer said, It is suddenly exciting (on being in a do-or-die situation). It's like a do-or-die game for us. I would rather do. So looking forward to the challenge. Never been in this situation before, as in the league table. But the boys are super excited. They're eagerly waiting to see how it turns out at the end of the day. LSG skipper Rishabh Pant said left-arm pace bowling all-rounder Arjun Tendulkar is making his debut for LSG, while Arshin Kulkarni also comes into the team, along with Mohammed Shami, especially with Mitchell Marsh not available. We would have bowled first as well. This wicket is good for cricket regardless of bowling or batting. This is one of the better batting wickets; it could be a high-scoring match. It's been a tough season, but at the same time, there has been a lot of learning, both for the team and personally. Id say sorry to the fans; they have come from all over UP. It's been tough going for us, but we'll give our 100 percent today. Playing XIs: Lucknow Super Giants: Josh Inglis, Arshin Kulkarni, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (wk), Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, Arjun Tendulkar, Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, and Mohsin Khan Impact substitutes: Shahbaz Ahmed, Digvesh Rathi, M Siddharth, Himmat Singh, and Akash Singh Lucknow Super Giants: Josh Inglis, Arshin Kulkarni, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (wk), Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, Arjun Tendulkar, Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, and Mohsin Khan Also Read: Live Cricket Score Impact substitutes: Harpreet Brar, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Vishnu Vinod, and Pravin Dubey Article Source: IANS
IPL 2026 Playoffs Scenarios For All Teams In Contention Ahead Of LSG vs PBKS
On Saturday, Punjab Kings face Lucknow Super Giants, while Sunday will see two matches - Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals
IPL 2026 | Penney swats away doubts over Sooryavanshis fielding abilities
CRICKET | The Rajasthan Royals assistant coach insists that the teenage batting sensation has been used as an Impact Substitute purely to keep him fresh for batting duties
Middle finger covered, Rajasthan reference deleted from Ram Charan`s Peddi
Ram Charan`s upcoming sports drama, Peddi, has been cleared for release by the CBFC with a U/A certificate. The film was passed after a few changes were made to the final cut including covering a middle finger scene among others
IPL 2026: Rajasthan Play For Playoff Spot, Mumbai For Pride In Wankhede Decider
Indian Premier League: Before the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, neither the Mumbai Indians nor the Rajasthan Royals would have imagined that their last match of the preliminary round at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday would turn out to be so crucial not only for them but for the entire league. Both teams have everything to play for -- RR for the playoff spot, MI for their pride, and to avoid finishing at the bottom of the pile. The outcome of the match will decide the fourth spot in the playoffs -- if Rajasthan Royals, who are on 14 points, win the match, they will move to 16 and beyond the reach of Punjab Kings, who are on 13 and at maximum move to 15 points at most by winning their last league match against Lucknow Super Giants. Winning the match will also help five-time champions Mumbai Indians avoid the wooden spoon as they are currently tied with Lucknow Super Giants on eight points and have a better Net Run Rate. So, the last day of league action in the IPL 2026 will start with a make-or-break afternoon for Rajasthan Royals, who will be getting into it with their fortunes in their hands, with the two teams engaging in the final day game of the season. The winner of the inaugural edition of IPL has had an up-and-down season so far and are coming into Sunday's encounter after ending a three-match losing streak with a win over bottom-placed LSG. They had started their campaign with four wins, but then lost their way, posting indifferent results due to inconsistent performances. Rajasthans campaign has been powered by explosive starts at the top provided by the explosive Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal, who have been in sensational form, piling up exactly 589 runs in just 293 balls at a strike rate exceeding 200. Sooryavanshi has already scored a century and blasted a 38-ball 93 in their previous match against LSG. Dhruv Jurel struck an unbeaten 53 in that match while Jaiswal led them in the absence of regular skipper Ryan Parag. Rajasthan Royals' fearless approach with the bat has consistently set the tone for their campaign, while Jofra Archer has spearheaded the bowling attack with 18 wickets, striking when it matters most. Sandeep Sharma and Dasun Shanaka will be crucial on Sunday as they will be with Yash Raj Punja coming into the game after claiming 2-38 against LSG. In contrast, the Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, have endured a season to forget. They made history by winning their season opener for the first time in 14 years, but things went downhill soon after as they lost matches in clusters. Their batting has lacked rhythm and consistency, though they have registered the most centuries by a team this season with three individual hundreds. The biggest contributing factor to their dismal campaign was the poor form of talismanic pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who had gone wicketless in his first five matches of the season. Though they have found performers like Ashwani Kumar, Raj Angad Bawa, and Raghu Sharma, they have failed to produce consistently good performances, making this campaign a tough one to digest. But MI now have one final chance to salvage some pride and end their season on a winning note while avoiding finishing at the bottom of the table. They will have to keep the rampaging Rajasthan Royals batters in check and then produce one more noteworthy performance with the bat, something that will help them leave the Wankhede on Sunday night with hope for the next season. With Wankhede set to host the final day game of the league stage and emotions running high, everything is in play, pride for one, qualification for the other. Will Rajasthan seize the moment, or will Mumbai script one last twist and play the perfect spoiler? Squads: With Wankhede set to host the final day game of the league stage and emotions running high, everything is in play, pride for one, qualification for the other. Will Rajasthan seize the moment, or will Mumbai script one last twist and play the perfect spoiler? 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
Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays only as Impact Player for RR
Rajasthan's 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, an Impact Player, faces scrutiny from former India players for not fielding. Assistant coach Trevor Penny defends the decision, citing Sooryavanshi's fielding skills and the strategy to keep him fresh for his explosive batting, which has impressed many.
Leopard Breaks Into House Compound In Rajasthan, Kills Pet Dog Tied To Chain
As the area is located close to hilly forest land, villagers said that the threat from wild animals remains constant.
How Punjab Kings can qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs
The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies as Punjab Kings face a must-win game against Lucknow Super Giants. Even with a victory, their qualification hinges on the outcomes of Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Delhi Capitals matches. Punjab Kings need specific results to advance without relying on net run rate.
Chittorgarh hottest in Rajasthan at 44.2 degrees, temperatures likely to go up from Sunday
Rajasthan is experiencing a severe heatwave. Chittorgarh recorded the highest temperature at 44.2 degrees Celsius. Some relief is expected with dust-laden winds. However, the situation is predicted to intensify from Sunday. Temperatures are likely to rise by two to three degrees. Heatwave conditions are forecast across many regions, with severe heatwave at isolated places.
Rahul Gandhi Assures Justice to Family of Student Who Died After NEET Paper Leak
New Delhi, May 23: Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, reached out to the family of Pradeep Meghwal, a student from Rajasthans Sikar, who reportedly took his own life following the NEET paper leak. During a phone conversation, Gandhi assured the grieving family of his support and commitment to seeking ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Assures Justice to Family of Student Who Died After NEET Paper Leak
Rajasthan Royals Look To Seal Last IPL Playoffs Spot In Clash vs Mumbai Indians
Rajasthan Royals would look to go full throttle in their bid to seal the last Indian Premier League playoffs spot when they take on a struggling Mumbai Indians in Mumbai on Sunday.
Rajasthan Royals Look To Seal Last IPL Playoffs Spot Against Mumbai Indians
RR is currently placed fourth with 14 points , need to win against MI, which will take them to 16 points, at least one point clear of both PBKS and KKR, who are still in the fray.
IPL 2026: 'They've Been Fantastic,' Says Cummins On Sakib And Malinga
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Pat Cummins praised Eshan Malinga and Sakib Hussain after Sunrisers Hyderabad won decisively by 55 runs against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The SRH captain said he had learned a lot from how the young bowlers performed throughout IPL 2026. Malinga and Sakib played vital roles in SRHs bowling on Friday night. During the powerplay, they combined for three overs and took one wicket each, disrupting RCBs early momentum after Venkatesh Iyer gave the visitors a strong start. They used a variety of slower deliveries and finished with combined figures of 8-0-64-3, helping to defend SRHs total of 255 for 4. They've been fantastic, Cummins said after the match. I've actually learned a lot from those guys. The way Eshan's bowled all season, especially in that powerplay, makes him the form bowler of the competition. He's been mixing up his slower balls and different deliveries, and of course, Sakib's been great too. Its a captains dream. Malinga is now SRHs leading wicket-taker this season, with 19 wickets in 14 matches. Debutant Sakib has also impressed, taking 15 wickets in just 10 games. Their steady performances have been key to SRHs surge into the playoffs. The win left SRH tied on 18 points with Gujarat Titans and RCB, but their net run rate kept them from finishing in the top two. SRH needed to limit RCB to below 166 to move ahead, but Cummins recognized that the conditions in Hyderabad made that target tough. Malinga is now SRHs leading wicket-taker this season, with 19 wickets in 14 matches. Debutant Sakib has also impressed, taking 15 wickets in just 10 games. Their steady performances have been key to SRHs surge into the playoffs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score RCB will now face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 on May 26. Meanwhile, SRH will play the Eliminator on May 27 against one of Rajasthan Royals, Punjab Kings, or Kolkata Knight Riders, who are still in the running for the final playoff spot. Article Source: IANS
BSTC 2026 answer key to be released soon on predeledraj2026.in; here's how to download
BSTC 2026 answer key: The Rajasthan BSTC 2026 answer key will be released soon after the Pre D.El.Ed examination conducted by VMOU, Kota on May 20, 2026. Candidates will be able to download the provisional answer key from predeledraj2026.in and check their responses. The answer key will be issued in PDF format for different paper sets and shifts. Candidates can raise objections with evidence before the final answer key is published, followed by the result expected in June 2026.
IPL Playoff Scenarios Explained: RR, PBKS, KKR, DC in race for final spot
The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies with four teams vying for the final spot. Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a win but missed a top-two finish. Rajasthan Royals are frontrunners, needing a win against Mumbai Indians. Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals face uphill battles, requiring specific results and strong Net Run Rates to qualify.
Rajasthan Cabinet approves new industrial development policy with focus on talent economy
Industries and Commerce Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore told journalists after the meeting that the new policy would provide incentives to micro, small, and medium enterprises, one district one product, and the export sector
IPL 2026: Raghuvanshi Ruled Out Of KKRs Campaign Due To Concussion And Finger Fracture
TATA Indian Premier League: Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have confirmed that wicketkeeperbatter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the remainder of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign after sustaining a concussion and a fracture to a finger on his left hand during their win over Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on May 20. Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the 2026 TATA Indian Premier League after sustaining a concussion and a fracture to a finger on his left hand while attempting a catch during the Kolkata Knight Riders match against the Mumbai Indians on Wednesday, 20 May. We wish him a speedy and complete recovery, the franchise said in a statement on Friday. Raghuvanshi injured himself while diving full-length and colliding with Varun Chakaravarthy to give Tilak Varma a reprieve in the 11th over of the MI innings. He initially continued to keep wickets but left the field for treatment in the 14th over. Tejasvi Singh Dahiya came on as a concussion substitute and kept wickets for the remainder of the innings, and later scored 11 off 12 balls in KKRs successful chase, with assistant coach Shane Watson later saying that Raghuvanshi ended up having some neck pain, a bit of dizziness and a headache. It is to be noted that Raghuvanshi had suffered a scary neck and head injury while attempting a catch during a Vijay Hazare Trophy match for Mumbai against Uttarakhand at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur and was stretchered off the field. Later, he was discharged as scans at the hospital showed no serious injuries. Tejasvi Singh Dahiya came on as a concussion substitute and kept wickets for the remainder of the innings, and later scored 11 off 12 balls in KKRs successful chase, with assistant coach Shane Watson later saying that Raghuvanshi ended up having some neck pain, a bit of dizziness and a headache. Also Read: Live Cricket Score KKR have bounced back from a poor start to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. Mathematically, KKR can still reach 15 points if they win their last league match against DC, but their qualification will also hinge on Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings dropping points in their respective final league games. KKR have made the playoffs eight times in 18 seasons, a record bettered only by MI and Chennai Super Kings. Article Source: IANS
Why VGU has become a launchpad for Rajasthans student entrepreneurs
By combining mentorship, institutional support, funding access, and government partnerships, VGU is helping student founders move from ideas to funded ventures without leaving Rajasthan.
NEET-UG paper leak row: Congress leader Ashok Gehlot slams NTAs irresponsible stand
NTA Chairman Pradeep Joshi had told a Parliamentary Committee that he did not believe the NEET paper had been leaked, the former Rajasthan CM said
Rajasthan High Court orders panchayat, local body polls by July 31
A Division Bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma also directed the OBC Commission to submit its report by June 20.
Rajasthan braces for severe heatwave after brief weather relief
Rajasthan experienced dry weather with isolated heatwave conditions over the past 24 hours, with Sri Ganganagar recording the highest temperature at 45.1C. While most of the state anticipates dry conditions, northwestern and northern regions may see thunderstorms and gusty winds on May 22-23. Temperatures are expected to rise again from May 24, with heatwave conditions likely.
IPL 2026: Opening With Kohli In Debut Season Gave Clarity To Construct An Innings, Says Padikkal
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru left-handed batter Devdutt Padikkal said opening the innings with Virat Kohli in his debut IPL season gave him clarity on how to construct an innings, and reflected on the technical and mental adjustments that have shaped his career. Padikkal has been a key batter and has scored 412 runs in 13 matches for defending champions RCB sealing their spot in the 2026 IPL playoffs, and boasts an impressive strike rate of 173.11. When I made my IPL debut with RCB in the 2020 season, I felt ready. I had a solid run of scores in domestic cricket behind me. So, I knew that when my chance came, I would be fully switched on and give 100 per cent. And batting with Virat Kohli, one of the greatest in the game, was a huge help. At that age, watching him build an innings gave me so much clarity and understanding of how to construct a knock. That made a big difference in my growth, said Padikkal on JioStar. Padikkal also credited RCB support staff for helping him refine his game after returning to the franchise in 2025. I made several changes to my batting technique with the help of Dinesh Karthik and Andy Flower. I needed to adjust a few things to shift from red-ball to white-ball cricket. It's not easy because both formats demand different technical approaches. So, I worked on those technical adjustments. Mentally, I had to bring more intent into my game. In earlier seasons, I had a fixed template for starting my innings. I had to break away from that and try a different approach. I needed to go out with the mindset of looking to score off every ball. Once I did that, the results started showing. On RCBs batting depth, Padikkal said, Having a powerful and deep batting lineup at RCB is a luxury. When you know the batting order is strong all the way down, it gives you extra confidence to play freely at the top. But you also have to take responsibility. That's how T20 cricket is evolving now. You have to be ready to sacrifice your wicket if it helps the team score an extra 20 or 30 runs quickly. So, it's important to keep the momentum going. That is pretty much the template across the IPL. And when you have batting depth and explosiveness coming in later, it makes that approach even easier to execute. With all things going great for Padikkal at RCB, he also reflected on the time his stints at Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants taught him about adaptability. Moving from being a dedicated opener to batting in different positions lower down the order was challenging, especially at a young age. But those experiences with Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants shaped me into the player I am today. Batting at different numbers taught me how to read situations, construct innings under pressure, and adapt my game. I am grateful for that journey and hope to keep learning. The 2024 IPL season was a tough one. Bouncing back from a difficult season is never easy. You must let it settle. During that season, a lot was going on in my head. I made sure I didn't ignore it. You must go through the phase, accept it, and figure out how to come out better. Once the season ended, I knew exactly what I had to work on. I started putting in the effort, and soon I could see progress. That is how a cricketer's journey works. You must keep evolving and keep learning. Setbacks will happen. The key is to get back up as quickly as possible and keep moving forward. During that season, a lot was going on in my head. I made sure I didn't ignore it. You must go through the phase, accept it, and figure out how to come out better. Once the season ended, I knew exactly what I had to work on. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For me, I focus on my own strengths and try to get the best out of myself. I don't compare myself with others because there are so many talented players in this tournament. I keep it simple and work on improving my own game as much as I can. Article Source: IANS
Meet Taga Ram Bheel: Famed algoza player receives Padma Shri
President Droupadi Murmu is set to honor Taga Ram Bheel, a renowned folk musician from Rajasthan, with the Padma Shri award next week.
Rajasthan HC Orders Panchayat, Civic Polls by July 31
Jaipur, May 22 (Udaipur Kiran) The Rajasthan High Court has directed the state government and the State Election Commission to conduct Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections in the state by July 31. The court also instructed the OBC Commission to submit its report by June 20. The state government had sought time till ... Read more Rajasthan HC Orders Panchayat, Civic Polls by July 31
Farmhouses, plots near Delhi NCR see demand surge as city homes get costlier
Homebuyers and investors are increasingly drawn to plotted developments and farmhouse communities within a two-hour drive of major cities. Rising urban housing costs are fueling this trend. Areas like Sonipat, Panipat, and Faridabad in NCR are seeing significant plotted development activity. Naugaon in Rajasthan is emerging as a popular destination for farmhouse projects.
New Delhi , May 22 (ANI): Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan must be held accountable for the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and its ongoing cover-up. He alleged that the central government and its ecosystem have been attempting to suppress evidence of widespread irregularities in examinations conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Ramesh further accused the Narendra Modi government of colluding with the paper leak mafia to suppress the truth.His remarks came after reported comments by NTA Director General Abhishek Singh, where he informed the Parliamentary Standing Committee that the NEET-UG 2026 paper was not leaked in full, and that only certain questions had surfaced prior to the examination. Since the NTA was formed in 2018, the Modi Government and its ecosystem have been colluding with the paper leak mafia to suppress the truth of rampant irregularities and fraud in NTA-conducted exams, Ramesh said in a post on X. He further questioned the NTAs claim that there was no full paper leak, arguing that the circulation of a guess paper containing questions that appeared in the exam itself amounted to a leak. Today we have learnt from media reports that the NTA Director General claimed yesterday to a Parliamentary Committee that the NEET-UG 2026 exam was not leaked. If true, this is scandalous and shockingly dishonest because it is clear that a guess paper which featured dozens of questions that appeared in the actual exam was circulating among students much before the exam date. If that is not a leak, what is? Why is the Modi Government trying to deny it now? he asked.Ramesh also accused the central government of failing to act on previous irregularities in NEET-UG 2024, claiming that similar hotspots of fraud had reappeared in the 2026 controversy. The Modi Government had previously tried to cover up the widespread irregularities that had emerged in NEET-UG 2024 as well. If it had faced up to the truth and taken action then, the NEET 2026 tragedy may have been avoided. The same hotspots of reported fraud which emerged in 2024 like Rajasthans Sikar have been implicated in the 2026 scandal as well, he said. He further cited concerns over alleged inconsistencies in investigations into other NTA-conducted exams, including UGC-NET 2024, questioning the credibility of ongoing probes by central agencies. In another episode of the same disturbing series, the CBI also filed a closure report alleging no irregularities in the UGC-NET exam of 2024 which had been cancelled by the NTA back then. When asked by a Delhi court to provide a written explanation for its closure report, the CBI has asked for more time. While the Court has thankfully pulled up the CBI for this delay, the CBIs actions inspire no confidence in the agencys motivation to do justice to its ongoing probes into NEET, Ramesh further wrote. Calling the NTA the National Trauma Agency for aspirants, the Congress leader alleged systemic failure across institutions under the Education Ministry.For the lakhs of aspiring youth of our country, the NTA has become the National Trauma Agency. The CBSE, NCERT, and other institutions of the Education Ministry (including Central Universities) are no better, he further wrote.He further targeted Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, saying, The Education Minister is presiding over a system in which professional excellence is at a discount and where ideological affinity commands a premium. Both the Pradhan Mantri and the Mantri Pradhan must be held accountable for this colossal tragedy and its ongoing cover-up.The remarks come amid escalating political tensions over the NEET-UG 2026 controversy, after NTA officials told the parliamentary panel that the paper was not leaked in full and that only certain questions had surfaced before the exam. According to sources, NTA DG Abhishek Singh and Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi told the committee on Thursday that several recommendations aimed at making the NEET examination process leakproof had already been implemented, while work on remaining reforms was underway. Sources said the agency maintained that the alleged leak did not originate from the NTA system and that the CBI was probing the circulation of leaked questions that led to the cancellation of the examination. The NTA also defended the cancellation decision as part of its zero-tolerance policy towards irregularities, arguing that even limited compromise of questions could undermine confidence in the examination process. The Parliamentary panel also questioned officials on measures being taken to prevent similar incidents in the future and discussed the proposed transition of NEET-UG to a computer-based testing system from next year, including issues related to infrastructure, test duration and examination frequency. Political tensions have intensified following the cancellation of the NEET-UG 2026 exam on May 12 after allegations of a coordinated paper leak. The exam, conducted on May 3 across 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad, saw participation from over 22 lakh candidates. The re-examination is scheduled for June 21 under enhanced security measures mandated by the Union Education Ministry. (ANI)
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The NEET-UG 2026 examination has been cancelled following allegations of a paper leak. A Rajasthan-based teacher's discovery of a leaked paper with matching questions prompted a nationwide investigation. Authorities have confirmed the leak, leading to the exam's cancellation and a re-examination scheduled for June 21. Future NEET-UG exams will adopt computer-based testing to enhance security.
EC Announces Rajya Sabha Polls For 24 Seats On June 18
NEW DELHI, May 22: The Election Commission on Friday announced polls for 24 Rajya Sabha seats on June 18. In a statement, the EC said the elections for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held in 10 states where the incumbents are retiring on different dates beginning June 21 to July 19. The Rajya Sabha elections will be held in four seats each in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Karnataka, three seats each in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, two seats in [] The post EC Announces Rajya Sabha Polls For 24 Seats On June 18 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
