Ishan Kishan credits his maturity and shot selection for his success in the Indian Premier League, after scoring his sixth half-century. He also praised the team's support staff and captain Pat Cummins for their roles in the team's performance.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting coach Dinesh Karthik praised his team's attitude and bowling effort despite a five-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans (GT) in Ahmedabad on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Delhi Capitals batter Tristan Stubbs remains confident in the team's batting lineup despite recent losses, attributing perceived struggles to chasing high targets and expressing optimism about upcoming matches.
KKR's Varun Chakravarthy, who was named Player of the Match, said it would be difficult to consistently reproduce match-winning spells due to the conditions.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised David Miller's match-winning innings against Punjab Kings, highlighting his ability to dominate both sides of the field. Bangar criticised Punjab's bowling attack for their lack of variation, which allowed Miller to score freely and guide Delhi Capitals to a crucial victory in their IPL 2026 playoff chase.
Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has backed Abhishek Sharma to finish as the top run-scorer in the ongoing IPL 2026 season ahead of his Sunrisers Hyderabad teammate Heinrich Klaasen.
Mumbai Indians face a crucial IPL match against Punjab Kings, with concerns over Rohit Sharma's fitness and the team's overall performance.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya discusses the challenges of being defending champions in the IPL, emphasising the importance of embracing pressure and adapting to the evolving nature of the game.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to leverage their powerful batting lineup against Lucknow Super Giants' disciplined bowling attack in their upcoming IPL match
Dale Steyn believes Sunrisers Hyderabad's victory over Chennai Super Kings could be a turning point, potentially propelling them into the top four of the IPL standings.
Ehsan Malinga shines amid a record SRH chase against MI, claiming the Purple Cap with a disciplined spell and continuing his impressive rise in IPL 2026.
Devdutt Padikkal's explosive 61 off 26 balls in the IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad showcased a significant transformation in his batting style, earning widespread praise and solidifying his position as a top white-ball talent.
Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell has identified batting inconsistency as the main reason for the team's struggles in IPL 2026, urging the batters to support KL Rahul.
Former India chief selector Kiran More compared Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to a young Sachin Tendulkar, calling the 15-year-old batting sensation a special talent destined to bring great glory to Indian cricket.
Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Shane Watson has praised Varun Chakravarthy for his commitment to the team, playing through a hairline fracture in his left foot to contribute to KKR's IPL playoff push. Despite the injury, Chakravarthy has shown resilience and determination, earning accolades from Watson and highlighting his importance to the squad.
Shubman Gill became the second-fastest Indian to complete 6,000 T20 runs while Sai Sudharsan continued his record-breaking IPL season as Gujarat Titans' prolific opening pair scripted more history against Chennai Super Kings.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill attributed his team's loss to Punjab Kings in their IPL opener to their inability to capitalise during the final five overs of their batting innings.
Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes Rishabh Pant should bat at No. 3 to maximise his impact in T20 cricket, urging him to balance his aggressive style with a more consistent approach.
Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach James Franklin praised Ishan Kishan's match-winning innings against Chennai Super Kings, which secured their team a place in the IPL playoffs. Kishan's 70 off 47 balls on a difficult pitch was pivotal in the victory.
Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan said they are focused on sealing a top-two finish rather than obsessing over net run-rate going into their final IPL league match.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad will both be eyeing a top-two finish when they square off in their final IPL 2026 league match.
Run-out, screamer, statement: Gill inspires Gujarat Titans' all-round domination in 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings
Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as the cornerstone of Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting lineup in IPL 2026, consistently delivering impactful performances and justifying his hefty price tag.
Lucknow Super Giants are considering a leadership change after two disappointing IPL seasons. Director of Cricket Tom Moody admitted that captain Rishabh Pant has struggled with the pressures of captaincy, impacting his performance. The team finished seventh in 2025 and is set to end the 2026 season near the bottom of the table.
Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings were eliminated from the race for the IPL 2026 playoffs after suffering a humiliating 89-run defeat at the hands of Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
200+ scores are IPL's sugar rush. Great for TRPs, dangerous as a full diet. BCCI -- don't kill the golden goose, cautions Sandeep Goyal.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the rest of IPL 2026 after suffering a concussion and a fracture to a finger on his left hand.
On a tense night when KKR's season was hanging in the balance, Manish Pandey answered every critic in the best possible way -- a man-of-the match performance in a must-win clash against Mumbai Indians.
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan downplayed the heated on-field exchange between Virat Kohli and Travis Head during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
When wickets fall and required rates climb, Shreyas Iyer rarely loses control. His ability to remain calm under pressure has become one of Punjab's biggest strengths this season.
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.
Sunil Gavaskar discusses the pressures on players to be role models and how social media has changed the landscape.
Cameron Green admits Kolkata Knight Riders took too long to figure out the right player roles, but their recent comeback keeps them in playoff contention after defeating Gujarat Titans.
Rajasthan Royals batting coach Vikram Rathour believes the team can secure an IPL play-off spot by winning their remaining two league matches. He also provided updates on Ravindra Jadeja and Riyan Parag's fitness.
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan's record-breaking opening partnerships have been the driving force behind Gujarat Titans' dominant IPL 2026 campaign.
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.
Mushfiqur Rahim struck a record-breaking century as Bangladesh tightened their grip on the second Test against Pakistan in Sylhet on Monday by setting the hosts a huge target of 437 runs. Pakistan's bowling coach Umar Gul remains confident that his team can chase down the target.
Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara and Delhi Capitals' batting coach Ian Bell have both praised young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his talent and potential in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Sangakkara highlighted Sooryavanshi's understanding of the game and his ability to hold his own among senior players, while Bell described his talent as 'absolutely scary'.
Gujarat Titans, eyeing a top-two finish in the IPL, face Chennai Super Kings, who are struggling to stay in playoff contention. Shubman Gill's form and Rashid Khan's spin will be key for GT, while CSK need their top order to fire to overcome injuries and inconsistent bowling.
RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya's prediction about Virat Kohli came true in style, as the star batter smashed a brilliant century against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur on Wednesday-just days after back-to-back ducks in his previous outing.
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