It was shocking to see even good length balls disappear into the crowd and short balls being punished with a message never to bowl such deliveries to him.
Gujarat Titans' batting coach Matthew Hayden criticised the team's performance after their 99-run defeat to Mumbai Indians in the IPL, citing a poor batting display and ineffective death bowling as key factors in the loss.
RCB batter Tim David fined 25% of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching IPL's Code of Conduct, while MI captain Hardik Pandya penalised Rs 12 lakh for slow over-rate.
Sunrisers Hyderabad sign Sri Lanka pacer Dilshan Madushanka as a replacement for injured Brydon Carse for the remainder of IPL 2026.
Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel addresses concerns about the team's middle order, expressing confidence in their ability to perform in crucial situations. He also praises young pacer Ashok Sharma and acknowledges the threat posed by Mumbai Indians despite their recent losses.
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene has confirmed that Jasprit Bumrah is available to play in the team's first match of the Indian Premier League 2026 against Kolkata Knight Riders. Bumrah had previously been at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence for workload management.
Anjali Sivaraman, daughter of playback singer Chitra Iyer, is set to portray the iconic Hungarian-Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil in Mira Nair's upcoming biopic Amri, following her breakout role in Netflix's Class and a diverse career in modelling and acting.
This was the first time that MI had won the opening match of an IPL season since 2012.
The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) conducted raids at over 40 locations across the state, including Mumbai, targeting individuals connected to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, who is accused of influencing Indian youth towards anti-national activities through social media.
Chennai Super Kings' young batter Ayush Mhatre has suffered a hamstring tear during their IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, casting doubt on his availability for the rest of the season.
Rohit Sharma has joined the Mumbai Indians squad ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, as the five-time champions kick off their pre-season training camp.
High-flying RCB return to Chinnaswamy Stadium to face LSG, aiming to build on momentum and capitalise on a crucial home stretch in IPL 2026.
India has raised concerns with Iran over the safety of merchant shipping after two vessels were fired upon in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting them to turn back.
Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh criticised Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane for his tactics during their IPL match against Mumbai Indians, particularly his underutilisation of Sunil Narine against Rohit Sharma. Irfan Pathan praised Shardul Thakur's bowling performance.
Mumbai Indians began their pre-season preparatory camp in Mumbai on Monday, with coach Mahela Jayawardene overseeing his wards.
Indian cricketers have dominated the Wisden Almanack 2026 awards, securing seven of the nine honours.
Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Paras Defence and Space Technologies partners with Northstar Aviation to provide air-to-air refuelling technologies and support services to the Indian armed forces, enhancing mission endurance and operational flexibility.
Former Australia fast bowler Brett Lee paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Asha Bhosle on social media.
Since the inception of the Indian Premier League in 2008, we've witnessed many a matches that have kept us on the edge of our seats. Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff takes you down memory lane to relive some nail-biters in the history of the IPL.
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane was forced to leave the field during their IPL match against Mumbai Indians due to apparent cramps, with Rinku Singh taking over the captaincy.
India all-rounder Hardik Pandya discusses his journey from a 'pure batter' to a key player, crediting hard work and Mumbai Indians' scouting system for his success.
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.
Former cricketer Wasim Jaffer suggests Suryakumar Yadav needs a 'Plan B' as opposition teams are successfully restricting his scoring areas.
Rohit Sharma smashes fastest IPL fifty and leads Mumbai Indians to record 221 chase against KKR, ending 13-year opening match jinx at Wankhede.
An India-flagged LPG tanker, Jag Vikram, has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz following a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, marking a significant development for India's energy security.
Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons has provided an update on M.S. Dhoni's injury status, confirming he will miss the game against Delhi Capitals but is steadily improving.
NBA legend Vlade Divac expresses optimism about the growth of basketball in India, acknowledging cricket's dominance but highlighting the potential for Indian talent in the NBA.
IPL 2026 final venue remains uncertain as political issues in Bengaluru force BCCI to consider alternative cities, with playoffs likely split between Punjab and Karnataka.
Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene discusses the team's preparation for the IPL season opener and their strategy to break their long-standing losing streak on opening days.
Gujarat Titans will be determined to continue their winning streak and leapfrog Rajasthan Royals in their mid-table Indian Premier League clash.
A Mumbai court sentenced a taxi driver to two years in jail for outraging the modesty of a hotel professional by forcibly kissing her hand. The court rejected the defence's argument that it was a routine greeting, stating it occurred outside her official duties.
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.
Kerala left-arm spinner Puthur has been ruled out due to bone stress reactions in both shins, the franchise said.
Kolkata Knight Riders ended Sunrisers Hyderabad's five-match winning streak with a dominant seven-wicket win in Hyderabad, powered by a clinical bowling display and a composed chase led by Angkrish Raghuvanshi.
Pakistan's media regulatory authority, PEMRA, has issued a show-cause notice to GeoNews for allegedly violating a ban on Indian content by airing Indian songs and visuals while reporting on the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle.
Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans prepare for a critical IPL showdown that could prove pivotal in shaping the playoff race.
An Indian-flagged LPG vessel successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, reducing the number of Indian ships stranded in the Persian Gulf. India is in talks with Iran to ensure safe passage for its tankers, and Indian refiners continue to purchase crude oil and LPG from Iran despite regional tensions.
Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stunned Jasprit Bumrah with a first-ball six and smashed a fearless 39 off 14 in a rain-shortened IPL clash.
Punjab Kings, currently unbeaten, will rely on their strong batting lineup to maintain their winning streak against Lucknow Super Giants, who are concerned about Rishabh Pant's injury, in their upcoming IPL match.
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