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.
Josh Inglis's blistering 72 helped Lucknow Super Giants post a competitive 196 for six against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Inglis and Ayush Badoni's aggressive batting helped Lucknow recover from an early slump.
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.
Ajinkya Rahane defends his batting approach amid criticism in IPL 2026, saying he has evolved into an attacking player while focusing on team roles for KKR.
Mukul Choudhary, a 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Rajasthan, picked up the gloves and bat after getting inspired by the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 62.
Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough challenge against a strong Punjab Kings side in their upcoming IPL match.
Ajinkya Rahane's decision to bat first in rain-hit conditions draws criticism after KKR lose early wickets against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
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.
Whenever he has played a match-winning knock, the pride in Malayalees travels faster than the fastest delivery in world cricket.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blazed his way to a breathtaking 38-ball 93 as Rajasthan Royals moved closer to a playoff berth with a thumping seven-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants.
Rajasthan Royals, after a setback against Sunrisers Hyderabad, aim to exploit the Kolkata Knight Riders' ongoing struggles in their upcoming IPL match. KKR, plagued by consecutive defeats and questionable decisions, are desperate for a win in front of their home crowd before a month-long break.
Blessing Muzarabani, a Zimbabwean cricketer, has been banned for two years by the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for choosing to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) despite having a prior agreement with a PSL franchise.
When the script of the match was leading towards a sad ending for his team, Sanju Samson played that unhurried knock, exactly what was needed at that moment.
Heavy rain and hailstorms battered Guwahati on Tuesday evening, casting a serious doubt on the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians.
After a shaky start, Chennai Super Kings recovered to post a total of 187 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a resilient innings from Kartik Sharma and support from Dewald Brevis and Shivam Dube.
Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a commanding 29-run win over Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens, powered by a blazing batting display from Finn Allen and Angkrish Raghuvanshi, despite strong resistance from GT's top order.
Cricket legends Harbhajan Singh, Venkatesh Prasad, Zaheer Khan, and Sourav Ganguly reminisced about India's historic 2001 Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens.
Cameron Green took an early wicket on his bowling return, but an expensive late over helped LSG chase 182 and extend KKR's winless run.
Varun Chakravarthy defends his recent form, attributing his struggles to unhelpful pitches rather than any flaws in his bowling, after a match-winning performance for Kolkata Knight Riders.
Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Daniel Vettori has highlighted the threat posed by Kolkata Knight Riders' spinners Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy ahead of their IPL match, despite their recent struggles. He also discussed the pitch conditions and the team's stand-in captain, Ishan Kishan.
The BJP and opposition parties are engaged in a political battle over the implementation of the Women's Reservation Act, with the BJP defending it as historic and the opposition accusing the government of delaying its notification and using it to push an unconstitutional delimitation exercise.
Though he hasn't made a big impact with the bat yet, Rinku Singh has good experience at Eden Gardens. He has played 25 IPL matches here, scored 540 runs in 23 innings, and has a strike rate of 157.4. Will the team management back him as a finisher in this must win game?
NDA leaders have defended proposed amendments to the Women's Reservation Act and the Delimitation Bill, 2026, arguing women have waited long enough for reservation, while opposition parties allege the process could undermine India's federal and democratic structure, particularly impacting southern states.
Former India captains Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri have criticised the laser show during the drinks break of the T20 World Cup Super Eights clash between India and West Indies, citing concerns about its impact on players' focus.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
Praise poured in from all corners for Sanju Samson who guided India to a victory over the West Indies in a virtual quarterfinal in their T20 World Cup Super 8 match at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, on Sunday.
V V S Laxman reflects on his historic partnership with Rahul Dravid during the 2001 Kolkata Test, which helped India recover from a follow-on to win the Test match against a dominant Australian team.
IMAGES from the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Thursday
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.
Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur on Friday.
KKR's Rovman Powell stays positive despite a tough IPL 2026 start, backing the team to bounce back after a thrilling last-ball defeat to LSG.
Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday expressed optimism about the Eden Gardens keeping its date with the 2025 IPL final
Friday's earthquake in Kolkata has added uncertainty to India's crucial T20 World Cup match against the West Indies, which is a virtual quarter-final for a spot in the semi-finals.
India and West Indies clash in a high-stakes virtual quarter-final on Sunday, with the winner advancing to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.
Filming has commenced on 'Dada', the biographical movie about Indian cricket legend Sourav Ganguly, with Rajkummar Rao in the lead role and Vikramaditya Motwane directing.
Migration from Kerala has become a significant issue in the upcoming Assembly elections, with political parties promising to create more opportunities within the state to discourage emigration for studies and jobs. Experts suggest focusing on 'brain gain' strategies to attract talent back to Kerala after gaining experience abroad.
West Indies captain Shai Hope took responsibility for his slow batting in their T20 World Cup match against India, which led to their elimination from the mega-event.
Delhi Capitals face a tough challenge against the dominant Punjab Kings in their upcoming IPL match. Delhi's inconsistent batting and fielding woes need immediate addressing to counter Punjab's strong batting lineup and cohesive bowling attack.
Rajasthan Royals head coach Vikram Rathour has expressed his support for Riyan Parag, who has been struggling with his form in the current season. Rathour believes it is only a matter of time before Parag starts performing well and contributing to the team's success.
