An analysis of how Mahendra Singh Dhoni's mentorship and strategic input influenced Noor Ahmad's match-winning performance for Chennai Super Kings against Kolkata Knight Riders.
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.
C D Gopinath was a member of the team that secured India's first-ever Test victory in 1952, beating England by an innings and eight runs--his contribution being a valuable 35 runs. Little did I imagine that within months of putting his journey into words as the oldest living Indian cricketer, he would pass away on April 9, 2026, at the age of 96.
IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Thursday
Brazil's Laura Cardoso has etched her name in cricket history by becoming the first player to take nine wickets in a T20I innings, achieving the feat against Lesotho at the BCA Kalahari Women's T20I Tournament.
Shubman Gill returned to the Gujarat Titans lineup with a stylish new beard and an impressive innings of 70 runs, sparking a social media frenzy among fans.
The Pakistan Cricket Board's policy regarding employees working with Pakistan Super League franchises is under scrutiny after Misbah ul Haq confirmed his role as a consultant with Peshawar Zalmi, despite being a national selector and batting consultant with the PCB.
Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stunned Jasprit Bumrah with a first-ball six and smashed a fearless 39 off 14 in a rain-shortened IPL clash.
South Australia took Victoria's last seven wickets for 37 runs on Monday to secure a 56-run victory and clinch back-to-back Sheffield Shield titles for the first time.
Sunrisers Hyderabad bowler Praful Hinge credits Hardik Pandya's encouragement for boosting his confidence after a successful IPL debut, highlighting his yorker expertise and recovery from a back injury.
Devdutt Padikkal reveals Virat Kohli's key advice behind his match-winning knock as RCB pull off record chase against SRH in IPL 2026 opener.
Even the great Kohli could only watch in pure admiration as Devedutt Padikkal set the stage on fire to power RCB to an emphatic victory.
Chennai Super Kings' Sanju Samson was dismissed cheaply by Rajasthan Royals' Nandre Burger in their IPL 2026 opener in Guwahati on Monday.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad took responsibility for his team's loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore, while RCB's Tim David credited Dinesh Karthik for his match-winning performance.
Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy attributes his improved bowling performance to a 'special person' who helped him overcome injury setbacks. He also discusses his match-winning performance against Kolkata Knight Riders and the team's strategy.
What stands out in Kohli's current run is the balance -- the familiar, calculated ODI template remains intact, but there is also a noticeable willingness to take calculated risks.
Ravichandran Ashwin shares his views on MS Dhoni's role in Chennai Super Kings, suggesting he should either play fully or retire, rather than be an Impact Substitute.
Mukul Choudhary, inspired by MS Dhoni, played a match-winning innings for Lucknow Super Giants against Kolkata Knight Riders, showcasing his six-hitting ability and composure under pressure.
Australia's batting great Greg Chappell expressed concerns about the batting form of all-rounder Cameron Green, ahead of the IPL 2026 season.
Cricket Australia said the Kolkata Knight Riders' management is "fully aware" that Cameron Green would be unavailable to bowl in the first few games of IPL 2026.
Mohammed Shami registered excellent figures of 2/9 in four overs against SRH -- including 18 dot balls.
Virat Kohli scored a record 973 runs in 16 matches at an average of 81.08 in the 2016 season, which is the highest by any batsman in IPL history.
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is expected to make his bowling return for Kolkata Knight Riders in their upcoming IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants, providing a boost to the team's bowling attack.
Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's reunion in 'Bhooth Bangla' attempts to capitalise on nostalgia but ultimately delivers a noisy, recycled, and uninspired horror-comedy that struggles with weak humour, ineffective scares, and miscasting.
England's Phil Salt was the star of the show for RCB on the field, as he claimed a couple of stunning catches to turn the match on it's head.
Sanjay Bangar explains how Gujarat Titans can balance their XI for IPL 2026, backing Washington Sundar's batting role and suggesting key overseas combinations.
Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians in their first home game of IPL 2026, focusing on top-order stability against Mumbai's strong batting lineup.
Cooper Connolly slammed a fine unbeaten fifty as Punjab Kings defeated Gujarat Titans by three wickets in their opening Indian Premier League match on Tuesday.
India chased down the 209-run target set by New Zealand, with 4.4 overs to spare to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
India's virtual T20 World Cup quarterfinal against West Indies at Eden Gardens will be played on the same pitch that produced the tournament's first 200-plus total, with dew and spin likely to play key roles.
Former Australian cricketer David Warner has been charged with drink driving after allegedly being caught over the legal limit in Sydney. He is due to appear in court in May.
Coach reveals how 15-year-old IPL prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi built his fearless six-hitting game ahead of Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2026 opener.
Sanju Samson reminded the cricket world on Saturday why he is one of T20's most dangerous batters.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, accusing it of misrule and hindering the state's progress. He appealed to voters to remove the TMC from power in the upcoming assembly elections, promising development and a corruption-free government under the BJP.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, citing misrule and corruption, and urged voters to elect the BJP for development and progress.
Ajinkya Rahane remains captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders despite a disappointing 2025 season. He emphasises a positive mindset and embracing challenges as the team heads into IPL 2026 with a revamped squad.
Kolkata Knight Riders' Rovman Powell criticised an umpiring decision and the Eden Gardens pitch following their loss to Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL.
In a remarkable coincidence, both Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Priyansh Arya scored exactly 197 runs each in the Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 last season for Bihar and Delhi respectively.
Former Australia captain Aaron Finch shares his views on fast-tracking young talent into the Indian cricket team, analyses Arshdeep Singh's bowling, and discusses IPL team strategies.
The Mumbai Cricket Association on Thursday honoured four Indian cricket greats by unveiling a stand and dedicating stadium gates at Wankhede Stadium.
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