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  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi decimates LSG, Rajasthan enter top four as IPL 2026 playoffs scene intensifies

  May 19, 2026 23:25 IST

  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred in Rajasthan Royals’ thrilling chase against Lucknow Super Giants, smashing 93 off just 38 balls in Jaipur. RR chased down 221 comfortably to enter the IPL 2026 top four, keeping their playoff qualification hopes firmly in their own hands.

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  Virat Kohli reveals reason behind quitting India captaincy

  May 19, 2026 21:34 IST

  Virat Kohli revealed that the pressure of leading India across formats left him mentally and emotionally exhausted, prompting him to step down as captain. The former skipper also credited Rahul Dravid and Vikram Rathour for helping revive his Test form.

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  Why is Riyan Parag not playing for Rajasthan Royals' must-win game vs LSG in IPL 2026?

  May 19, 2026 19:44 IST

  Riyan Parag was unavailable for Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants after suffering a hamstring injury. Stand-in captain Yashasvi Jaiswal confirmed the setback at the toss, adding that Parag has been named only as an Impact Substitute option.

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  Why is Aiden Markram not playing for Lucknow Super Giants vs RR in IPL 2026?

  May 19, 2026 19:20 IST

  Aiden Markram missed LSG’s IPL 2026 clash vs RR after leaving the squad for South Africa due to a personal reason, confirmed by captain Rishabh Pant. He will also miss the final league match against Punjab Kings as Ayush Badoni replaced him against Rajasthan.

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  Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, will play his sixth FIFA World Cup as Portugal announce 27-man squad

  May 19, 2026 18:50 IST

  Cristiano Ronaldo will play a sixth World Cup at age 41 after Portugal named a 27-man squad including Diogo Jota’s symbolic “+1” tribute. Roberto Martinez confirmed Ricardo Velho as the standby goalkeeper while outlining Portugal’s tournament plans.

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  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India's scheme of things in white-ball cricket, indicates Ajit Agarkar

  May 19, 2026 17:58 IST

  Ajit Agarkar indicated that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in the scheme of things in white-ball cricket after his 486-run IPL 2026 season so far. Despite his form, the selector stressed experience over immediate promotion. They also noted that many other cricketers, such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, are in line.

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  Which India cricketers earned their maiden call-ups in Afghanistan series?

  May 19, 2026 17:26 IST

  India have handed maiden call-ups to Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, Harsh Dubey and Prince Yadav for the Afghanistan Test and ODI series. Suthar joins the Test squad, while Brar and Dubey found a place in both red-ball and ODI squads. Prince gets an ODI call-up too in the absence of Bumrah and Siraj.

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  Rishabh Pant axed as vice-captain of Test squad, Rohit-Kohli retain spot in ODIs

  May 19, 2026 16:36 IST

  India named KL Rahul as Test vice-captain ahead of the Afghanistan match, replacing Rishabh Pant. Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah were rested from Tests, while Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya retained ODI spots subject to fitness clearance from the team management.

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  Ravichandran Ashwin defends Ishan Kishan's celebration after game vs CSK, says 'I enjoyed it'

  May 19, 2026 15:59 IST

  Ravichandran Ashwin defended Ishan Kishan’s viral celebration after SRH’s win over CSK at Chepauk, saying emotions are part of sport. Kishan’s gestures toward the crowd sparked criticism, though Ashwin admitted the celebration could have been more controlled.

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  Manchester City shortlists coach to replace Pep Guardiola, Spaniard to leave after current season

  May 19, 2026 15:27 IST

  Manchester City are preparing for life after Pep Guardiola, with Enzo Maresca emerging as the leading candidate to take charge from the 2026-27 season. The Italian previously worked under Guardiola and impressed during managerial spells with Leicester City and Chelsea.

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  Mumbai Indians duo ruled out of IPL 2026 ahead of marquee clash against KKR

  May 19, 2026 14:55 IST

  MI suffered a major setback before their IPL 2026 clash against KKR as Quinton de Kock and Raj Bawa were ruled out with injuries. De Kock hurt his left wrist tendon, while Bawa tore a ligament in his right thumb and will miss the season for the franchise.

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  'Thank you for everything you've done for the sport': Mark Boucher hails MS Dhoni's legacy

  May 19, 2026 13:59 IST

  Mark Boucher paid tribute to MS Dhoni and his enduring legacy following what could have been the Chennai Super Kings legend’s final appearance at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Dhoni attended CSK’s IPL 2026 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 18.

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  MS Dhoni's retirement fear sparks as Raina reveals chat with ex-CSK captain after last home game

  May 19, 2026 12:05 IST

  MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina shared a hug after the Chennai Super Kings' last league stage game at home in the Indian Premier League 2026. Raina revealed a heartbreaking chat he had with Dhoni during his short interaction.

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  BBL 2026-27 opener set to take place in Chennai after positive feedback from BCCI, TNCA

  May 19, 2026 11:01 IST

  Cricket Australia had expressed its interest in hosting the Big Bash League 2026-27 opener in India, with Chepauk being the likely venue for it. The BBL opener is set to go ahead after the CA received positive feedback from the BCCI and the TNCA.

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  'Ruturaj Gaikwad can do more': CSK coach Stephen Fleming on captain's underwhelming outings in IPL

  May 19, 2026 10:01 IST

  Ruturaj Gaikwad has not found the same success that he had tasted in the previous years with the Chennai Super Kings. While Gaikwad has over 300 runs this season, he has mostly struggled for rhythm and strike rate in IPL 2026.

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  Sanju Samson makes Dhoni-esque stumping to dismiss Heinrich Klaasen, leads to verbal exchange: WATCH

  May 19, 2026 8:18 IST

  Sanju Samson's lightning-fast hands, similar to MS Dhoni's, ended Heinrich Klaasen's stay in the chase at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Samson and Klaasen had a bit of a verbal exchange as the SRH batter shared a word or two with Samson, who stared back and responded.

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  MS Dhoni hugs Suresh Raina as CSK take lap of honour after last home game of IPL 2026 | WATCH

  May 19, 2026 7:43 IST

  MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina have been long-time servants of the Chennai Super Kings. Both the players had a special meet-up after CSK's last home game of the Indian Premier League 2026, as the players took a lap of honour at the ground.

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  How can CSK still qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs after loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad?

  May 19, 2026 6:51 IST

  The Chennai Super Kings could have entered the top four of the IPL 2026 points table had they defeated the Sunrisers Hyderabad on a slow Chepauk surface. However, the loss has dealt a massive blow to their playoff hopes.

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  Sunrisers Hyderabad reach IPL 2026 knockouts, register thrilling win over Chennai Super Kings

  May 18, 2026 23:44 IST

  Sunrisers Hyderabad performed exceptionally well as they registered a dominant win over Chennai Super Kings in the 63rd game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026, the side managed to register a five-wicket win over the five-time champions.

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  'Incredibly smart': KL Rahul weighs in on facing Jofra Archer, reflects on Abishek Porel's potential

  May 18, 2026 22:33 IST

  Star Delhi Capitals and India batter KL Rahul took centre stage and talked about the strategies when facing Jofra Archer in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2025, and opened up on the potential of Abishek Porel as well.

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  Pat Cummins surpasses Hardik Pandya in elite list with spectacular performance against CSK

  May 18, 2026 21:22 IST

  Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins took three wickets against Chennai Super Kings in the 63rd game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026, doing so, Cummins surpassed Hardik Pandya in an elite list.

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  CSK vs SRH LIVE cricket score: Sunrisers Hyderabad defeat Chennai Super Kings by five wickets

  May 18, 2026 23:44 IST

  The 63rd game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 sees Chennai Super Kings taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad. The two sides will meet at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, and the clash began on a positive note for the hosts as they opted to bat first after winning the toss.

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  MS Dhoni misses Chennai Super Kings' final home game of the IPL 2026, hosts opt to bat first

  May 18, 2026 19:34 IST

  Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed that former skipper MS Dhoni will not be playing for the five-time champions as they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final home game of the IPL 2026 season.

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  'Needs to improve': Mohammad Kaif points out Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's weak spot

  May 18, 2026 19:02 IST

  Former India cricket Mohammad Kaif took centre stage and talked about how lacking Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in the field, and how much the 15-year-old needs to improve in the upcoming games of the ongoing IPL 2026.

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  Former India cricketer blames 'internal problems' in RR's camp after loss against DC

  May 18, 2026 18:12 IST

  Former India cricketer Kris Srikkanth took centre stage and talked about internal problems within Rajasthan Royals' camp could be to blame for the side's poor form in the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 season.

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  Why are CSK above RR in IPL 2026 points table despite having same points and net run rate?

  May 18, 2026 16:59 IST

  With the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 playoffs race heating up, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals are battling it out for a fourth place finish. Read to find out why CSK are above RR in the points table despite having the same wins, losses, and net run rate.

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  CSK vs SRH weather report: How will weather in Chennai fare for IPL 2026 game 63?

  May 18, 2026 15:45 IST

  Chennai Super Kings will be taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 63rd game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. The two sides will meet at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, and ahead of the game, let us have a look at the weather report for the clash.

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  Mohammad Kaif delivers verdict on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fielding before potential India call-up

  May 18, 2026 15:06 IST

  Mohammad Kaif believes Rajasthan Royals youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must improve his fielding before earning a place in the Indian team, despite his explosive batting performances this season.