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"For the whole team it means a lot": Rishabh Pant after LSG's win over RCB

Lucknow Super Giants finally broke their six-match losing streak by registering a nine-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a rain-interrupted showdown on Thursday in Lucknow. The success was largely built around Mitchell Marsh's match-winning century, featuring nine sixes and nine fours. Marsh delivered when it mattered the most, hitting 111 off 56 to keep LSG's playoff hopes alive. After the win, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant expressed…

May 8, 2026

Survival at stake as DC face revived KKR

Delhi Capitals are preparing to take on Kolkata Knight Riders in match 51 of the Indian Premier League 2026 on Friday. There is huge pressure on Delhi Capitals to keep their playoff hopes alive. Meanwhile, both teams find themselves languishing in the lower half of the points table, searching for victories to keep themselves alive in the tournament. In many ways, this match also carries the importance of a knockout game. DC enter this match under…

May 8, 2026

Babar Azam ruled out of 1st Bangladesh Test with knee injury

Pakistan have suffered a major setback ahead of their opening Test against Bangladesh in Dhaka, as star batter Babar Azam has been ruled out with a left knee injury. The match is scheduled to begin on Friday, but the former captain will not take part after experiencing discomfort during the team’s preparations. According to a statement released by Pakistan’s team management, Babar’s condition is currently being monitored by the medical panel. "Pakistan batter…

May 8, 2026

LSG edge past RCB in rain-affected face-off

Lucknow Super Giants prevailed over Royal Challengers Bengaluru by nine runs (DLS) in a high-scoring clash on Thursday in Lucknow. The match, reduced to a 19-overs-per-side match due to multiple rain interruptions, turned into a batting spectacle, with Lucknow riding on a sensational century from Mitchell Marsh to post a big total of 209/3 before surviving a spirited chase from Bengaluru. After being asked to bat, Lucknow Super Giants…

May 7, 2026

Bangladesh prepare to host star-studded Pakistan in first Test

Bangladesh are preparing to host Pakistan in the opening match of a highly anticipated two-match Test series at the Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium, beginning on May 8. For Bangladesh, the series marks the beginning of an important home season and an opportunity to make a strong statement. They have shown visible improvement in red-ball cricket over the past few years, displaying greater discipline and utmost composure. History, however…

May 7, 2026

Manjrekar lashes out at KL Rahul after DC's defeat against CSK

Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has hit out at KL Rahul for maintaining a sluggish approach during DC's clash against CSK on Tuesday in Delhi. DC crashed to an eight-wicket defeat, managing to post only 155/7 after deciding to bat. Sameer Rizvi, 40*, and Tristan Stubbs, 38*, were the only players for DC to step up to drag the side to a fighting total. “It’s almost like odd and even games, where sometimes he goes after the bowling…

May 7, 2026

Australia to tour Pakistan for three ODIs

Australia are scheduled to tour Pakistan for a three-match ODI series starting on May 30 in Rawalpindi. The second and third ODIs will be held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on June 2 and 4, respectively. Meanwhile, the series will clash with the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, impacting the availability of Australian players participating in the IPL. Following the Pakistan assignment, Australia will head to Bangladesh for…

May 7, 2026

"We dropped many catches": Shreyas Iyer makes honest admission after SRH defeat

Punjab Kings endured a disappointing evening after suffering a 33-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday in Hyderabad. The defeat also saw them lose their place at the top of the IPL points table. Their batting unit performed brilliantly, but it was Punjab’s poor fielding performance that cost them a decisive defeat in the high-scoring clash. Following the defeat, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer openly admitted that the team’s mistakes on the…

May 7, 2026

IPL 2026: Wounded LSG aim to salvage pride as they face potent RCB

Bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants are preparing to take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. It's a challenging task for LSG, who are fighting to keep fading hopes alive; RCB are looking to tighten their grip on a playoff position. Talking about LSG, this has been the worst season for them, impacted by missed opportunities. They currently sit at the bottom of the table, coming off six consecutive defeats. The…

May 7, 2026

Williamson returns as New Zealand announce Test squads for Ireland and England tours

New Zealand have announced a powerful Test squad for their upcoming tours of Ireland and England , with a number of experienced stars making their return as New Zealand begin a crucial phase of the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. The squad witnesses the return of former captain Kane Williamson alongside fast bowlers Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke. Williamson last played Test cricket against West Indies in…

May 7, 2026

Kishan, Klaasen shine in SRH's huge win over PBKS

Punjab's stylish batter Cooper Connolly's century-laden knock went in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad , producing an amazing all-round display, overpowered Punjab Kings , sealing a 33-run win in a rather one-sided clash on Wednesday in Hyderabad. After being put to bat, Sunrisers Hyderabad came out and maintained an aggressive intent from the very beginning. The opening pair of Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head were fearless, stitching a blistering…

May 6, 2026

Netherlands reveal squad for maiden Women's T20 World Cup

Netherlands, who are set to make their Women's T20 World Cup debut , have named a tremendously strong squad for the upcoming mega event, set to be held in England and Wales June 12 to July 5. Babette de Leede will lead the squad that features a whole lot of star performers. "We are super excited for our first ever appearance in the ICC T20 World Cup. It will be a great opportunity to compete with the best teams in the world, and to show the talent that we have in…

May 6, 2026