A recap of the action of the fifth week of IPL 2026.
Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, both struggling in the IPL 2026 season, face a crucial match in Chennai to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Virat Kohli shrugged off the pressure of two successive ducks with an unbeaten century, admitting he was nervous when he walked out to bat and deliberately kept things simple, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by six wickets to climb to the top of the IPL table.
A contentious 'obstructing the field' call led to Angkrish Raghuvanshi's dismissal, causing disbelief and frustration in the Kolkata Knight Riders camp during their match in Lucknow.
Punjab Kings, after a series of losses, face Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL match, needing to address their bowling and fielding weaknesses to stay in the playoff race.
Chennai Super Kings have signed Karnataka all-rounder Macneil Noronha as a replacement for the injured Ramakrishna Ghosh for the remainder of the IPL season.
Kartik Sharma recorded his maiden IPL half-century with a measured knock saw Chennai Super Kings overhaul Mumbai Indians to keep their play-off hopes alive.
Punjab Kings pacer Lockie Ferguson discusses the challenges bowlers face in the high-scoring IPL and how they can remain aggressive and restrict runs. He also talks about adapting to conditions and supporting fellow New Zealand bowler Kyle Jamieson.
Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg said fears that private investment in the Big Bash League (BBL) could lead to the tournament ceding control to Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise owners are overblown.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya missed a crucial IPL match due to a back spasm, with Suryakumar Yadav stepping in as captain. Rohit Sharma returned to the team after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Sanju Samson has all but carried Chennai Super Kings' batting through IPL 2026, turning games with a consistency few others in the side have managed.
Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Venugopal Rao, acknowledges the team's failure to secure an IPL title in 18 years, attributing it to inconsistent performances across various departments and a failure to seize crucial moments in matches.
Glasgow Cosmic have appointed former India fast bowler Varun Aaron as the team's bowling coach ahead of the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League.
Assistant coach Ian Bell acknowledges Delhi Capitals' inconsistency in IPL 2024, emphasising the need to capitalise on crucial moments and improve consistency in their remaining matches.
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Venkatesh Iyer's explosive innings of 73 not out off 40 balls propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable 222 for four against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal also made significant contributions.
Sanju Samson's electrifying second century not only led to a dominant victory over the Mumbai Indians but also sparked a remarkable surge in CSK fan support, transforming the Wankhede stadium into a sea of yellow.
Jos Buttler's return to form with the bat and a crucial last-ball run-out helped the Gujarat Titans secure a thrilling victory over the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive batting in the IPL has caught the attention of cricket commentator Ian Bishop, who attributes the young player's success to his strong mental and technical abilities.
Mumbai Indians are struggling in the IPL due to the absence of Hardik Pandya and their inability to perform consistently, according to Corbin Bosch. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings remain focused on cricket despite social media distractions.
Ravichandran Ashwin lauded the Gujarat Titans for their composed approach in their IPL victory over the Punjab Kings, highlighting their tactical brilliance and Washington Sundar's crucial innings.
Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should play ODI and Test cricket to fully develop his game, though he warned that the road in longer formats would not be easy.
Gujarat Titans' Anuj Rawat discusses the importance of preparation and mental freshness in the IPL, praising Shubman Gill's leadership and Matthew Hayden's coaching.
Krunal flaunted his battle wounds on Monday, a dafter after his valiant effort that pushed RCB to the top of the table while knocking the five-time champions out of the playoff race.
Riyan Parag is fined after being caught vaping during Rajasthan Royals's IPL clash against Punjab Kings.
Sanju is proving that sometimes the quietest minds produce the loudest impact.
Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey has expressed his admiration for the team's young players, highlighting their potential and contributions to the team's performance in the ongoing tournament.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor Dinesh Karthik says the ever-escalating scoring trends in the Indian Premier League have forced teams to constantly reinvent.
Half-centuries from skipper Axar Patel and David Miller powered Delhi Capitals to a thrilling three-wicket win over Punjab Kings and kept their slim playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League on Monday.
Ravichandran Ashwin defends Hardik Pandya's captaincy of the Mumbai Indians, stating that blaming him for the team's poor performance is unfair as the entire team failed to perform. Ashwin also highlights the social media scrutiny Hardik faced upon replacing Rohit Sharma as captain and raises concerns about Hardik's physical fitness affecting his batting.
Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings rode on Urvil Patel's explosive 23-ball 65 to beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in a tense IPL clash and keep their playoff hopes alive in Chennai on Sunday.
Former England captains Kevin Pietersen and Alastair Cook are at odds over Jacob Bethell's decision to remain in the IPL despite not playing any matches, with Pietersen supporting the learning experience and Cook advocating for county cricket.
Sooryavanshi fastest to reach 1,000 T20 run mark in terms of balls; rewrites records with 2nd IPL ton in the IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday.
Lakshmi N. Mittal and his son Aditya Mittal, along with Adar Poonawalla, have acquired a majority stake in Rajasthan Royals with a bid of $1.65 billion after another consortium pulled out.
Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has lauded Sanju Samson's current form, particularly after his match-winning innings for Chennai Super Kings against Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. Pathan highlighted Samson's game awareness and ability to finish matches under pressure.
Rajasthan Royals bowler Nandre Burger has been fined 10 percent of his match fee and received a demerit point for breaching the IPL code of conduct during a match against Lucknow Super Giants.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey has said Mahendra Singh Dhoni chose not to attend IPL 2026 matches to keep the focus on the team.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag is facing scrutiny after a video surfaced online appearing to show him using a vape in the dressing room during an IPL match against Punjab Kings. The video has sparked debate due to regulations prohibiting smoking and vaping in stadium areas and India's ban on e-cigarettes.
Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal entered an exclusive club after hitting a six off the first ball of the IPL match against Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday. He became only the fifth batter in the league's history to achieve the feat.
Chennai Super Kings have signed Akash Madhwal as a replacement for the injured Ayush Mhatre for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season.
