A recap of the action of the fifth week of IPL 2026.
Gujarat Titans, aiming for consistency, face a tough challenge against the in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their upcoming Indian Premier League match.
Former Central Command chief David H Petraeus suggests the US and Iran are likely to extend their ceasefire beyond the initial two-week period, citing willingness from both sides to continue negotiations.
KL Rahul and David Miller top IPL chasing averages but their efforts go in vain as Delhi Capitals suffer a dramatic one-run loss to Gujarat Titans.
Andhra Pradesh is spearheading an ambitious initiative to establish a fully integrated beach sand minerals, rare earth, and titanium ecosystem, aiming to attract over 50,000 crore in investments over the next decade. This move is part of India's broader strategy to reduce its reliance on China for strategic minerals and permanent magnets, with the state preparing a comprehensive rare earth policy and planning specialised industrial clusters.
Former South Africa pacer Dale Steyn has described Virat Kohli as the finest chaser in cricket after his 81-run knock guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in an Indian Premier League match in Bengaluru on Friday, April 24. 2026.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said an early dropped catch of Virat Kohli proved decisive as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans in an Indian Premier League 2026 match in Bengaluru on Friday, April 24, 2026.
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Very often in cricket, a single run has revealed its importance, especially for a batter who has failed to get off the mark continuously for many matches.
Across 18 seasons, Virat Kohli now has 8,989 IPL runs. That is roughly 500 runs every single year, without a single dip in form lasting long enough to define a season. Other great batters have careers. Kohli has had a sustained campaign of excellence.
Iranian authorities have announced the arrest of 35 individuals on charges ranging from espionage to illegal trafficking, including alleged Mossad-linked suspects and affiliates of separatist organisations.
Axar Patel expresses his bewilderment after Delhi Capitals' crushing defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL, following a previous loss to Punjab Kings. He acknowledges the impact of missed opportunities and praises the opposition's bowling performance.
Amid mounting speculation over his position within the Trump administration, FBI director Kash Patel reportedly could be the next senior official to exit Trump's cabinet in recent times, according to a Politico report.
Jos Buttler overcame a painful slump in the 2026 T20 World Cup to rediscover his form, achieving his 100th T20 fifty and surpassing 14,000 T20 runs. This article explores his journey back to form and his impact on Gujarat Titans' resurgence.
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.
Ashok Lahiri, a distinguished economist with experience in government, the private sector, and electoral politics, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, tasked with strengthening India's reform trajectory and policy-making.
Shubman Gill discusses the pivotal moment in Gujarat Titans' narrow victory over Delhi Capitals, highlighting David Miller's refusal of a single and the strategic use of slower deliveries.
What The Devil Wears Prada 2 does really well is the chemistry between its characters, steered by a very likable cast, observes Mayur Sanap.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 38.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has been fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during their IPL match against Delhi Capitals. This marks the team's first offence of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct.
Quinton de Kock becomes the first wicketkeeper to score three IPL centuries, but Mumbai Indians lose to Punjab Kings despite his record-breaking knock.
Ravichandran Ashwin questions Hardik Pandya's toss call and tactics as Mumbai Indians slump continues in IPL 2026 after defeat to Chennai Super Kings.
WADA president Witold Banka, who was in India last week, called the easy availability of performance-enhancing drugs in the country a "serious problem", and met senior officials of India's federal police seeking help to disrupt supply chains.
Chennai Super Kings face Delhi Capitals in the IPL, seeking their first win of the season. Pressure is on the opening duo of Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad to perform.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting star Devdutt Padikkal discusses his growing confidence in white ball formats, attributing it to a willingness to change his batting foundation.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to leverage their powerful batting lineup against Lucknow Super Giants' disciplined bowling attack in their upcoming IPL match
Arsenal's title hopes suffer a blow with a home defeat to Bournemouth, while Liverpool strengthens their Champions League aspirations with a win over Fulham. Brentford and Everton draw in a battle of top-five contenders.
Italy rejects a proposal by Trump envoy Paolo Zampolli to replace Iran at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as officials insist qualification must be earned on merit.
Real Kashmir FC defeated Sreenidi Deccan FC 2-0 in their IFL match, boosting their hopes of avoiding relegation. Ahteeb Ahmad Dar and Oinam Sanatomba Singh scored the goals for Real Kashmir.
Sanjay Dutt, known for his 'Khalnayak' image, is set to return to the big screen as a historical antagonist in Raja Shivaji' and a rugged gangster in 'KD - The Devil'. This article ranks his most compelling villainous performances in Hindi cinema, highlighting his versatility in embracing darker roles.
Six individuals have been arrested in Manipur for allegedly attempting to steal weapons from police and violating a curfew imposed due to the situation following a bomb blast in Bishnupur district.
B Sai Sudharsan's magnificent century propelled Gujarat Titans to a competitive total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match. His innings defied T20 conventions, proving runs can be made without aggressive hitting.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru powered their way to 240/4 with half-centuries from Virat Kohli, Phil Salt and Rajat Patidar, before holding off a late fightback to beat Mumbai Indians by 18 runs in a high-scoring IPL clash on Sunday.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, stated the team will conduct an honest review of their recent defeat against Delhi Capitals but aims to avoid over-analysing the result. He acknowledged the batting unit's struggles and the challenging pitch conditions.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive century went in vain as Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma smashed half-tons as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets.
Sanju Samson's century, Punjab Kings' record 265 chase, Rinku Singh's Super Over heroics and standout knocks from KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli headline an action-packed Week 4 of IPL 2026.
Aizawl FC displayed spirited performance to hold Sreenidi Deccan FC to a 1-1 draw in an Indian Football League match.
Mumbai Indians aim to leverage their home advantage against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a mixed start to their IPL campaign. Key batting performances and bowling partnerships will be crucial for both teams.
A recap of the action of the second week of IPL 2026.
IMAGES from the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday
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