Mitchell McClenaghan hails Jasprit Bumrah's first-over spell as a "masterstroke" after MI pacer ends wicket drought and strikes early against Gujarat Titans.
Rishabh Pant loses India Test vice-captaincy and is dropped from the ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, while K L Rahul returns as deputy and young players earn maiden call-ups.
In a video released by RCB, Kohli praised Krunal's resilience, saying the innings stood out for its courage under pressure. He said Krunal refused to give in to discomfort and instead "found a way" to keep the team in the contest, with his late sixes proving decisive in the final outcome.
Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Venugopal Rao, has acknowledged the team's need to improve their catching after costly errors led to a defeat against Punjab Kings, despite posting a high score. The team dropped six catches, giving crucial lifelines to Punjab's batsmen.
Krunal Pandya attributes Royal Challengers Bengaluru's improved batting performance to mentor Dinesh Karthik's individual work with players, focusing on their strengths and weaknesses. Pandya's unbeaten 73 against Mumbai Indians highlighted the team's clarity in pressure situations, stemming from detailed planning and execution.
A recap of the action of the eighth week of IPL 2026.
Ishan Kishan's impressive 70 and Pat Cummins's three-wicket haul led Sunrisers Hyderabad to a five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings, securing their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs. Heinrich Klaasen's contribution of 47 runs also proved vital in the win.
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.
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match on Wednesday.
Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, expressed his disappointment with the team's bowling and fielding performance after their defeat to Delhi Capitals in the IPL.
Former India U-19 and Punjab medium pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill passed away at the age of 36 in Chandigarh, prompting tributes from the cricket community.
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'.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has withdrawn the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued to pacer Mustafizur Rahman for the Pakistan Super League 2026, following a medical review after the third ODI against New Zealand.
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.
Former India opener Aakash Chopra has praised Mitchell Marsh's explosive batting after his match-winning century helped Lucknow Super Giants defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a high-scoring IPL clash.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim to exploit Punjab Kings' bowling vulnerabilities to secure a playoff berth in the Indian Premier League. Virat Kohli's presence is a major draw for fans in Dharamsala.
Mitchell Marsh's blazing century and Prince Yadav's bowling heroics powered Lucknow Super Giants to a nine-run DLS win over RCB in a rain-hit IPL clash, ending their losing streak.
Punjab Kings's downfall has been driven by poor fielding, repeated dropped catches, inconsistent bowling and the continued backing of out-of-form middle-order batters such as Shashank Singh and Nehal Wadhera, both of whom have struggled with both bat and fielding standards.
Lucknow Super Giants' bowling coach Bharat Arun believes Rishabh Pant is close to regaining his top form, dismissing concerns about his hefty price tag affecting his performance.
Senior India pacer Umesh Yadav analyses Jasprit Bumrah's inconsistent IPL performance, attributing it to trying too many things, while praising Bhuvneshwar Kumar's clear planning and execution.
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.
Pacer Josh Hazlewood 'feels in good shape', adapts well to conditions in RCB win over LSG.
Skipper Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler played useful knocks to help Gujarat Titans chase down defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru's modest total, securing a four-wicket win in their Indian Premier League match in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
Chennai Super Kings, still in the hunt for a play-off berth, will look to continue their recent resilient run when they take on the already-eliminated Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2026 match on Friday.
Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Ishan Kishan lauded his young pace attack for their execution of bowling plans in their victory against Chennai Super Kings.
South Africa defeated India by six wickets in the opening match of the Women's T20 series, with captain Laura Wolvaardt leading the charge. India's batting lacked momentum, and their bowling attack struggled with indiscipline, allowing South Africa to comfortably chase down the target.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has defended its decision to ban Blessing Muzarabani from the Pakistan Super League for two years, despite admitting that no formal contract was ever sent to the Zimbabwean pacer.
Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals face off in a crucial IPL match with significant playoff implications, highlighting the anticipated battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting and Mitchell Starc's seam bowling.
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.
Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan has praised young Chennai Super Kings batter Kartik Sharma for his strong performance against spin bowling. The 20-year-old played a key role in CSK's eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in their Indian Premier League 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Kane Williamson and Kyle Jamieson return to New Zealand's Test squad for tours of Ireland and England, with Jamieson back after a long injury layoff.
The IPL's Anti Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) has raised concerns about unauthorised individuals in team areas, prompting the BCCI to tighten security protocols for franchises during the ongoing season.
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.
Delhi Capitals' bowling coach Munaf Patel confirms Lungi Ngidi's return after recovering from a head injury, boosting the team's bowling attack ahead of their game against Chennai Super Kings.
Kolkata Knight Riders are considering giving Matheesha Pathirana his debut in their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, according to bowling coach Tim Southee. Pathirana has been with the team for two weeks after recovering from a calf injury. The decision hinges on team balance and conditions, with KKR aiming to win the Powerplay against SRH's strong batting line-up.
Sunil Narine, Finn Allen, Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Cameron Green powered Kolkata Knight Riders to a win over Gujarat Titans, keeping KKR firmly alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race with their fifth victory in six games.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said Bumrah is trying too many variations and losing his natural rhythm. Speaking on Star Sports, Gavaskar pointed out that Bumrah has bowled several no-balls this season, something unusual for him, and has also seen a drop in pace.
Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer David Payne has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 season due to an ankle injury, the franchise confirmed on Thursday.
Kagiso Rabada, the Gujarat Titans' fast bowler, has been impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless six-hitting in the IPL. Rabada acknowledged Sooryavanshi's talent and X-factor, noting his fast hands and lack of fear.
Gujarat Titans held their nerve in a tense finish to beat Punjab Kings by four wickets in Ahmedabad, sealing their third straight win after a see-saw chase that went down to the final over.
