Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues admitted the team was short of runs in the opening women's T20I against South Africa, but emphasised the series offers a valuable opportunity for the batting unit, especially the allrounders, to prepare for the upcoming World Cup.
The weekend games were a reminder of why the IPL is cricket's most popular and exciting tournament.
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.
Marcus Stoinis's explosive half-century propelled Punjab Kings to a competitive total against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, overshadowing a fine bowling performance from Yash Raj Punja.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's star opening batter Abhishek Sharma shattered multiple records as he slammed his second-highest score in the Indian Premier League.
Jason Holder turned key moments in a crucial IPL 2026 game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in GT's favour with his alertness and safe hands in the deep.
Sanju Samson's unbeaten century propelled Chennai Super Kings to a competitive total against Mumbai Indians in their IPL clash.
Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.
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 India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara has praised Abhishek Sharma's talent after his explosive innings in an IPL match against Delhi Capitals.
Punjab Kings will aim to recover from their first defeat of the season when they face Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans, on a two-game winning streak, will be looking to continue their momentum.
Cameron Green's impressive 79 helped Kolkata Knight Riders reach 180 against Gujarat Titans in their IPL match, despite an early collapse.
Virat Kohli becomes the first batter to reach 9,000 runs in IPL history during RCB's match against Delhi Capitals. Kohli's contribution helped RCB secure a dominant win, chasing down the target in just 6.3 overs.
A recap of the action of the third week of IPL 2026.
Ruturaj Gaikwad is yet to go past the 50-run mark in IPL 2026, with his best being a stratchy 28 against Punjab Kings in Chennai.
15-year-old IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could become the nation's youngest international player with a potential call-up for the Ireland tour.
Samson struck a superb century (115 off 56 balls; 15x4, 4x6) to guide Chennai Super Kings to 212 against Delhi Capitals, setting up a 23 run win and the team's first points of the campaign.
Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after suffering an elbow injury during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday.
Sunil Narine reflects on his match-winning Super Over for Kolkata Knight Riders, saying "you have no choice" in clutch moments as KKR beat Lucknow Super Giants.
Struggling former champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings will be eyeing consistency as they await the return of their former captains Rohit Sharma and Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar backs Josh Hazlewood after RCB's loss to Gujarat Titans, explaining tactical calls and insisting it was just an off day in a long IPL season.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised Prabhsimran Singh for his fearless batting after Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League match in Mumbai on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
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.
Ishan Kishan discusses his approach to regaining his place in the Indian team, focusing on consistent run-scoring and self-improvement rather than dwelling on his absence. He also speaks about his mindset while batting at number 3 and his interaction with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Abhishek Sharma's unbeaten century propelled Sunrisers Hyderabad to a thumping 47-run victory against Delhi Capitals in their IPL match.
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Lucknow Super Giants in a dramatic Super Over finish in the Indian Premier League.
Hardik Pandya hints at changes after Mumbai Indians suffer a 103-run defeat to Chennai Super Kings, blaming powerplay collapse.
Mumbai Indians' batting coach Kieron Pollard has defended Jasprit Bumrah after the bowler's expensive spell against Sunrisers Hyderabad, urging fans and critics to remember his past achievements and allow for off days.
Gujarat Titans' Anuj Rawat discusses the importance of preparation and mental freshness in the IPL, praising Shubman Gill's leadership and Matthew Hayden's coaching.
Mitchell Marsh calls Lucknow his 'second home' and praises Lucknow Super Giants fans despite a poor IPL 2026 season.
Jos Buttler expressed his satisfaction after Gujarat Titans' victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, emphasising the importance of the win for their playoff aspirations. Shubman Gill and Buttler's strong batting performances, along with Rahul Tewatia's finishing, secured the win. RCB skipper Rajat Patidar acknowledged his team's insufficient score.
Tilak Varma roared back to form with a magnificent maiden century in the Indian Premier League, helping Mumbai Indians break their four-match losing streak with a 99-run mauling of Gujarat Titans here on Monday.
Rajasthan Royals, after two consecutive defeats, aim to regain momentum against a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in their upcoming IPL match. Key concerns include the form of skipper Riyan Parag and the fragility of the middle order. Lucknow's bowling attack needs to find breakthroughs to counter Rajasthan's strong opening pair.
Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, both struggling in the IPL 2026 season, face a crucial match in Chennai to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Bowlers calling the shots in a format dominated by big hitters is a rarity, but that script played out at Chepauk on Sunday as Gujarat Titans exploited a bounce-friendly surface to stifle Chennai Super Kings before chasing down the target through a Sai Sudharsan masterclass to win the IPL contest by eight wickets.
Varun Chakravarthy, the Kolkata Knight Riders' mystery spinner, overcame a difficult start to the IPL season, battling injury and form to rediscover his wicket-taking ability and boost KKR's chances in the tournament.
Former India spinner Piyush Chawla has heaped praise on Rajasthan Royals' openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi following the team's 27-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahat on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
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.
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.
South Africa defeated India by nine wickets in the third women's T20 International, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Laura Wolvaardt's century led the charge, overshadowing India's highest-ever total against South Africa.
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