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India gifts digital scoreboard to Kingston's Sabina Park during S Jaishankar's Jamaica visit
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar unveiled the scoreboard at the iconic Sabina Park, the only Test venue in Jamaica on Sunday during his visit to the Caribbean island nation.
MI vs LSG Match Prediction: Who will win today’s IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants?
Mumbai Indians take on Lucknow Super Giants in an important IPL 2026 clash at the Wankhede Stadium, with both teams struggling for form and desperate to keep their playoff hopes alive. Here’s a look at who can win the MI vs LSG match and the predicted playing XIs.
IPL 2026 latest buzz: MS Dhoni stays back as CSK fly to Delhi; MI leaves it to Rohit Sharma to decide on return
While Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma has been out of action since 12 April, MS Dhoni is yet to make a single appearance for Chennai Super Kings this Indian Premier League season.
MI vs LSG IPL 2026 play-offs scenarios: How can the two laggards still finish in top 4 as do-or-die battle looms
There is a slim chance that MI and LSG can still qualify for the play-offs but for that both the sides will need a miraculous run towards the end of IPL 2026. However, only one of them can boost their chance as they face each other on Monday, May 4.
Mark Wood reveals stunning story when IPL owner told him: 'I'll send a private plane for you...'
Mark Wood, who has played for LSG and CSK in IPL, has revealed that one of these owners was ready to arrange a private plane to lift him from his bedside to play in the league.
BCCI reportedly set to act on ‘girlfriend culture’ after issue raised with Anti-Corruption Unit
The BCCI is reportedly set to take some big steps against 'girlfriend culture' of the Indian star cricketers. Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan and Yashasvi Jaiswal have been spotted with their girlfriends during IPL 2026.
IPL 2026: How KKR's win over SRH and PBKS' loss to GT have brought life back to play-offs race
Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans won on Sunday to revive the race to IPL 2026 play-offs with all teams, apart from MI, in contention to reach 16 points.
Babar Azam opens up on form struggles after leading Peshawar to first PSL trophy since 2017: 'I tried to...'
Babar Azam smashed 588 runs in PSL 2026 and finished as the highest run-scorer of the league, helping Peshawar Zalmi win the tournament under his own captaincy.
GT vs PBKS: Sai Sudharsan breaks Chris Gayle's record again as new 'Mr Consistent' rises in IPL
Chris Gayle, regarded as one of the greatest batters in IPL history, has once again been overtaken in an elite list by Sai Sudharsan whose 57 helped GT beat PBKS on Sunday.
Rajasthan Royals’ new owners decoded: Mittals, Poonawalla and their billion-dollar sports ambitions
Rajasthan Royals have been sold twice in the past few weeks. This time RR has been acquired by the Mittal family and Adar Poonawalla in a massive Rs 15,660 crore deal.
Ashwin calls Gujarat Titans' strategy 'tactical genius' after win over PBKS: 'Blueprint for every other team'
Ravichandran Ashwin has praised Gujarat Titans' tactical genius after their win over Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. He said that their smart move may be the most underrated factor behind their consistent performances this season.
R Ashwin continues to stand his ground over controversial Jos Buttler 'Mankad' dismissal: 'I did it to win'
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has reiterated his defense of the controversial “Mankad” dismissal of Jos Buttler during IPL 2019, insisting it was well within the laws of the game.
MI keen to silence RCB, RR aims redemption against GT in IPL's exhilarating revenge-week showdown
Rajasthan Royals will face Gujarat Titans on May 9, with Shubman Gill’s side eager to avenge their recent loss after Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s record‑breaking century lit up Jaipur. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will lock horns with Mumbai Indians on May 10 in a marquee showdown.
Shubman Gill asked about marriage again at toss, internet trolls Danny Morrison: 'Please invite him'
Danny Morrison asked Shubman Gill about his wedding again during GT vs PBKS toss. He had asked the same question last year and followed up on it this season as soon as he got the opportunity.
Pat Cummins takes the heat as KKR snaps SRH’s winning streak: 'My over made a difference'
Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins admitted responsibility after the Kolkata Knight Riders ended their five‑match winning streak with a commanding seven‑wicket victory at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Who is Nishant Sindhu? 2022 U-19 World Cup winner makes his IPL debut in GT vs PBKS game
Who is Nishant Sindhu? Meet the Haryana all-rounder and 2022 U-19 World Cup winner who made his IPL debut for Gujarat Titans vs Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.
GT vs PBKS Playing 11 and Toss News: Nishant Sindhu makes his IPL debut; PBKS make two changes
GT vs PBKS Playing 11 and Toss News: Gujarat Titans have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Punjab Kings. Shubman Gill announced at the toss that Nishant Sindhu will make his IPL debut. PBKS also made two changes for the game. Shashank Singh misses out due to an injury.
GT vs PBKS Match Prediction: Who will win today’s IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings?
Gujarat Titans are set to take on Punjab Kings in a high-stakes IPL 2026 clash, with both teams looking to strengthen their position in the points table. Here’s a look at who can win the GT vs PBKS match and the predicted playing XIs.
SRH vs KKR: Rovman Powell pulls off gravity-defying catch, sends Heinrich Klaasen packing | WATCH
Rovman Powell pulled off one of the most outrageous catches of IPL 2026 during the SRH vs KKR clash in Hyderabad when he grabbed a one‑handed stunner that dismissed Heinrich Klaasen.
India vs Bangladesh white-ball series on the cards? BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia provides key schedule update
The Indian men’s cricket team was originally slated to play an away white-ball tour, featuring a three‑match ODI and T20I series against Bangladesh in August 2025, which was later deferred to September 2026.
Lakshmi Mittal, Adar Poonawalla revealed as Rajasthan Royals' new owners; all you need to know about new RR deal
A consortium led by US-based businessman Kal Somani had successfully won the bid to acquire Rajasthan Royals for USD $1.63 billion (Rs 15,286 crore) on 24 March. That deal, however, has fallen through and the franchise has a new management in charge.
SRH vs KKR Playing 11 And Toss News: No Pathirana once again, Nitish Reddy ruled out as SRH win toss and opt to bat first
SRH vs KKR Playing 11 And Toss News: The Sunrisers Hyderabad have won the toss and opted to bat first. Pat Cummins says it is a good surface and has also announced some changes. Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane also intended to bat first and has named a couple of changes as well.
SRH vs KKR Match Prediction: Who will win today’s IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders
The Sunrisers Hyderabad return home in red‑hot form to host the inconsistent Kolkata Knight Riders in the first match of Sunday’s IPL 2026 doubleheader at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Uppal.
BCCI to unveil IPL 2026 playoffs venues in 'two days' time, secretary Saikia speaks on impact player rule
The venues for the IPL 2026 playoffs will be out soon, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia have announced. Wil the final take place in Bengaluru?
Mumbai Indians on brink: Even 5 straight wins may not save Hardik Pandya’s side from IPL 2026 exit
It's almost over for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026 and still not all over. They are alive in the playoffs race by barest of the margins.
'Not the season': Pandya accepts harsh reality after MI’s playoff hopes suffer body blow with CSK drubbing at Chepauk
Mumbai Indians were outplayed by fierce rivals Chennai Super Kings for the second time in as many meetings in the 2026 Indian Premier League, suffering an eight-wicket thrashing in Chennai on Saturday after posting a modest 159/7 on the board.
Faf du Plessis Exclusive: Proteas cricket icon on how IPL's rules shape the game, reveals his champion pick
In an exclusive conversation with First Sports, former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis reflects on the impact of IPL regulations, noting how they have reshaped the game compared to traditional formats and also predicts the winner of the ongoing season.
Riyan Parag vaping controversy: 'Two mistakes...', BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia breaks silence on incident
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag had been fined by the BCCI as well as handed a demerit point after he was spotted using a vape inside the dressing room during the away clash against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur on Tuesday.
No MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma yet again as Mumbai Indians opt to bat against Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk
Both Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings made changes to their lineup for the second 'El Clasico' of the 2026 Indian Premier League, at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium, but did not include icons MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma.
Bangladesh vs New Zealand Highlights, 3rd T20: Jacobs' unbeaten fifty guides Kiwis to series-leveling victory
BAN vs NZ Highlights: (Bangladesh national cricket team vs New Zealand national cricket team Match Scorecard): Bevon Jacobs remains unbeaten on 62 off 31 balls and shares an unbroken 71-run partnership for the fifth wicket with Dean Foxcroft as New Zealand win the rain-curtailed third T20I in Dhaka by six wickets.