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RR claim stunning win over LSG, keep playoff dreams alive

Rajasthan Royals , overhauling their most memorable run chases of the season, romped to a seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants in a high-scoring battle on Tuesday in Jaipur, with teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blasting a breathtaking innings of 93 off 38. Chasing a colossal target of 221, Rajasthan got off to a good start. Young star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show with a sensational 93, narrowly missing out on what…

May 19, 2026

Rohit, Virat return as India confirm squads for Afghanistan series

India have revealed their squads for the upcoming home series against Afghanistan , which will have a one-off Test match followed by a three-match ODI series . The squads see several senior stars returning and a few fresh faces earning maiden call-ups. Shubman Gill will continue as captain in both formats. Senior stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have both been included in the ODI squad. For the one-off Test…

May 19, 2026

"It's a big transition": CSK head coach Fleming backs Ruturaj Gaikwad

After suffering a five-wicket defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on Monday, CSK’s hopes of making the playoffs are hanging by a thread. With only one league match remaining, the five-time IPL champions are staring at a third consecutive season without a playoff appearance. Overall, the 2026 IPL season has turned into another disappointing chapter for captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and Chennai Super Kings. Despite the criticism surrounding the team’s…

May 19, 2026

Ishan Kishan stars as SRH seal playoff spot

Ishan Kishan played a key role as Sunrisers Hyderabad fired a commanding performance to storm into the IPL 2026 playoffs after defeating Chennai Super Kings by five wickets on Monday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Chasing a target of 181, Hyderabad's power-hitters Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen guided the team to a memorable victory. Kishan bludgeoned a brilliant 70, while Klaasen played a crucial role with a much-needed knock of 47…

May 18, 2026

Schedule unveiled for Lanka Premier League 2026

Sri Lanka Cricket has unveiled the schedule for the upcoming edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026, scheduled to get underway on July 17, with Jaffna Kings and Galle Marvels set to face each other in the opener at Sinhalese Sports Club. The tournament, which will feature five teams – Jaffna, Colombo, Kandy, Galle, and Dambulla – will run from July 17 to August 8. There is also a reserve day in place for the final, on August 9. As many as four venues, SSC…

May 18, 2026

Ex-England cricketer slams ECB over Archer's prolonged stay at IPL

Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan has raised questions over ECB's handling of fast bowler Jofra Archer's availability, expressing that centrally contracted players should not prioritise franchise cricket over Test duty, with England gearing up to host New Zealand to kick off their home summer. England have already named their squad for the opening Test against New Zealand, with Jofra Archer being left out of the squad.…

May 18, 2026

MS Dhoni opens up about advice he gave to Ruturaj Gaikwad

Former CSK captain and legend MS Dhoni has not played a single match in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League, touching off huge chatter surrounding his absence because he remains one of the biggest names associated with Chennai Super Kings. Dhoni, who has been the face of CSK for more than a decade, was expected to continue in a limited playing role this season. However, with the tournament now reaching its final phase, he has still remained absent…

May 18, 2026

Playoff dreams at stake for CSK as they host SRH

As the league stage of the 2026 Indian Premier League heads into its final week, every match will now be a knockout battle, and match 63 between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Monday is another do-or-die battle. SRH descend in Chennai, full of belief and confidence after producing what they are known for. Chennai, meanwhile, find themselves cornered, with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. Sunrisers…

May 18, 2026

DC outperform RR in stunning win

The clash between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium turned into a high-voltage match, with Delhi Capitals emerging victorious by five wickets on Sunday. Pursuing a target of 194, Delhi had a solid start, with openers Abishek Porel and KL Rahul playing aggressive knocks of 51 and 56, respectively, timing the ball beautifully and rotating the strike smartly. Their partnership gave Delhi the momentum to stay alive in the…

May 17, 2026

Unstoppable RCB annihilate weary PBKS

Royal Challengers Bengaluru strengthened their position at the top of the table with a convincing 23-run win over Punjab Kings in Dharamshala on Sunday. RCB impressed with both bat and ball, successfully defending a massive total of 222/4 and restricting PBKS to 199/8 in their chase in a high-scoring clash. Asked to bat, Bengaluru got off to a confident start despite losing an early wicket. Virat Kohli showed his class with a brilliant 58, striking…

May 17, 2026

"I was putting far too much pressure...": KKR's Finn Allen on finding form

Finn Allen’s IPL 2026 campaign is beginning to show the immense talent and fearless approach that he is known for. After a difficult start to the season, the explosive Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opener has turned things around incredibly, playing knocks that have not only revived his own tournament but also strengthened KKR’s playoff chances. Allen made his return to form with a breathtaking unbeaten century against Delhi Capitals (DC), smashing 100 not…

May 17, 2026

PBKS fight to stay alive in pressure-packed clash against RCB

In a high-stakes face-off in Dharamshala, Punjab Kings are set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a must-win showdown. As the league stage enters its final stretch, both sides remain in the top four, but the momentum surrounding the two teams paints completely different pictures heading into this clash. For Punjab Kings, the season has taken a disappointing turn, with the side desperately eyeing a comeback. At the start of the tournament…

May 17, 2026