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  Virat Kohli becomes first cricketer to register major feat in IPL

  April 24, 2026 23:47 IST

  Virat Kohli struck a superb 81 off 44 balls as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets in IPL 2026 at Chinnaswamy. He became the first player to 800 IPL fours and third to 300 sixes. A 117-run stand with Devdutt Padikkal (55) sealed the 206 chase.

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  Carlos Alcaraz, defending champion, pulls out of Roland Garros; Jannik Sinner to enter as top seed

  April 24, 2026 23:24 IST

  Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the 2026 French Open due to a wrist injury, ending his title defence hopes. The Spaniard will also miss the Italian Open, with Jannik Sinner set to enter Roland Garros as World No.1 and top seed.

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  Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal ruin Sai Sudharsan's party as RCB register commanding win over Gujarat

  April 24, 2026 23:00 IST

  RCB chased down 205 to beat Gujarat Titans by five wickets in IPL 2026, riding on a 117-run stand between Virat Kohli, who made 81 and Devdutt Padikkal, who scored 55. Sai Sudharsan’s 57-ball century went in vain as Gujarat remained seventh on the table. RCB moved to second, behind Punjab.

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  Delhi Capitals' net bowler suffers facial blow, stretchered off from ground, taken to hospital

  April 25, 2026 1:08 IST

  Delhi Capitals' net bowler was struck on the face during a training session at Arun Jaitley Stadium and had to be stretchered off before being taken to the hospital. The franchise is yet to issue an official update on his condition.

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  Sai Sudharsan breaks Chris Gayle's all-time IPL record, smashes cracking century vs RCB in IPL 2026

  April 24, 2026 21:00 IST

  Sai Sudharsan ended his lean patch in IPL 2026 with a fluent century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru for Gujarat Titans. His knock also saw him surpass Chris Gayle as the fastest to 2000 IPL runs in innings, highlighting his rapid rise in the league.

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  India submits Expression of Interest to host Asian Games 2038; in race with South Korea, Mongolia

  April 24, 2026 20:25 IST

  India has submitted an Expression of Interest to host the 2038 Asian Games through the IOA, with Ahmedabad seen as a strong contender. South Korea and Mongolia are also in the race. The OCA will decide the host around 2028.

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  Why is Phil Salt not playing RCB vs GT clash in IPL 2026 in Bengaluru?

  April 24, 2026 19:18 IST

  Phil Salt will miss RCB’s IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans in Bengaluru due to an injury, as captain Rajat Patidar confirmed at the toss. Jacob Bethell was brought in to replace him, stepping up alongside Virat Kohli at the top order for the match.

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  Former New Zealand cricketer handed two-year suspension after second cocaine test

  April 24, 2026 18:52 IST

  Former New Zealand cricketer Doug Bracewell has been handed a two-year ban from county cricket after testing positive for cocaine for a second time. The suspension, backdated to November 2024, will run until November 2027, with results during that period disqualified.

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  Cheteshwar Pujara analyses reason behind Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's success in IPL 2026

  April 24, 2026 17:25 IST

  Cheteshwar Pujara praised young IPL openers Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for their clarity and fearless approach. Their explosive powerplay batting has driven Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals’ strong performances in the ongoing IPL 2026.

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  RCB vs GT Pitch Report: How will surface at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru play?

  April 24, 2026 17:56 IST

  RCB, led by Rajat Patidar, will host Gujarat Titans in their upcoming IPL 2026 clash. Despite a recent loss to DC and dipping batting form, their bowling remains strong. Gujarat, meanwhile, struggle with middle-order inconsistency despite an in-form pace attack. Read Pitch Report.

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  Mohammad Amir and Faheem Ashraf indulge in heated verbal argument during PSL 2026 clash: Watch

  April 24, 2026 14:10 IST

  The ongoing edition of Pakistan Super League (PSL) has already witnessed several controversial moment. Another such incident took place on Thursday when Mohammad Amir and Faheem Ashraf indulged in a verbal heated argument.

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  New Zealand veteran Suzie Bates to retire from international cricket after T20 World Cup

  April 24, 2026 11:52 IST

  New Zealand veteran Suzie Bates has announced retirement from international cricket. She will step away from the sport after the upcoming T20 World Cup in June in England. Bates made her international debut back in 2006 at the age of 18 and will end her career after two decades.

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  Bangladesh get closer to England in rankings as ODI World Cup 2027 qualification looms

  April 24, 2026 9:37 IST

  Bangladesh won the three-match ODI series against New Zealand on Thursday by a 2-1 margin. This is a crucial win for them as they aim to directly qualify for the World Cup 2027 that is to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.

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  Fans question Shardul Thakur's inclusion as concussion substitute for Santner in MI vs CSK clash

  April 24, 2026 8:50 IST

  Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by 103 runs in the 33rd match of IPL 2026. However, more than the win, fans were busy talking about Shardul Thakur's inclusion as a concussion substitute for Mitchell Santner, who seemed to have injured his shoulder while taking a catch.

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  CSK shatter multiple records with a dominant 103-run win over Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium

  April 24, 2026 7:42 IST

  Chennai Super Kings won their first away game on Thursday, beating Mumbai Indians by 103 runs as the El Clasico fizzled away to a one-sided contest. With this win, the five-time champions also shattered multiple records in the cash-rich league.

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  Praful Hinge reveals chat with Ian Bishop, recalls injury setback and Aaron's priceless pep-talk

  April 23, 2026 23:54 IST

  Praful Hinge impressed with a four-wicket haul on his IPL debut before opening up on his journey and injury struggles. He recalled a chat with Ian Bishop and Varun Aaron’s advice during rehab, highlighting how it helped him stay positive and return stronger.

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  Sanju Samson's record-breaking day helps Chennai embarrass Mumbai Indians at Wankhede

  April 23, 2026 23:23 IST

  Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 101 powered Chennai to 207 against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede. He matched Rohit Sharma’s T20 century record and became the first IPL keeper with two tons in a season, as Chennai dominated to seal a comprehensive win. Akeal Hosein starred with the ball, claiming four wickets.

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  Sanju Samson matches Rohit Sharma's legendary record with century against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026

  April 23, 2026 21:38 IST

  Sanju Samson smashed an unbeaten 101 off 54 balls against Mumbai Indians, matching Rohit Sharma’s record for most T20 centuries by an Indian. His knock powered CSK to 207, though the lack of support from other batters remained a concern.

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  Delhi Capitals announce Ben Duckett's replacement, sign England's all-format cricketer for IPL 2026

  April 23, 2026 20:56 IST

  Delhi Capitals have signed Rehan Ahmed as a replacement for Ben Duckett for IPL 2026. Duckett withdrew to focus on red-ball cricket. After assessing squad balance, DC added the England all-format player, who also features in DC's sister franchise in The Hundred.

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  Why are CSK players wearing black armbands in IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians?

  April 23, 2026 20:16 IST

  CSK players wore black armbands in their IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede to honour Mukesh Choudhary’s mother, who passed away after a long illness. The pacer rejoined the squad in time and was included in the playing XI.

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  Rohit Sharma ruled out of CSK clash in IPL 2026: When will Mumbai Indians batter return?

  April 23, 2026 20:03 IST

  Rohit Sharma has been ruled out of Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2026 clash against CSK due to a hamstring injury. Although nearing recovery, he was not cleared for the game. MI may bring in Will Jacks, while Rohit is expected to return vs Sunrisers Hyderabad.

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  Why is MS Dhoni not playing against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026? When will he play again?

  April 23, 2026 19:11 IST

  MS Dhoni will miss the blockbuster IPL 2026 clash between CSK and Mumbai Indians as he is not fully fit from a hamstring injury. Although he has resumed training and wicketkeeping practice, he opted out and could return against Gujarat Titans on April 26.

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  Lamine Yamal ruled out of season with hamstring injury, will he be fit for FIFA World Cup 2026?

  April 23, 2026 22:27 IST

  Lamine Yamal has been ruled out for the rest of the season after a hamstring tear sustained in Barcelona’s win over Celta Vigo. The club has opted for a cautious recovery plan, but there is optimism he could return in time for the FIFA World Cup.

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  Harmanpreet Kaur breaks Chamari Athapaththu's legendary record in India's third T20I vs South Africa

  April 23, 2026 17:35 IST

  Harmanpreet Kaur smashed 66 against South Africa and became the highest run-scorer as captain in women’s T20Is, surpassing Chamari Athapaththu. Despite her effort, India lost to South Africa in Johannesburg and now trail 3-0 in the five-match series.

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  'I leave my personal ego in hotel' - Ravindra Jadeja on limited bowling in IPL 2026

  April 23, 2026 17:02 IST

  Ravindra Jadeja starred with an unbeaten 43 and a wicket to guide Rajasthan to a 40-run win over Lucknow. Despite limited bowling chances in IPL 2026, he stressed putting team needs first and adapting to roles without any ego.

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  CSK announce former Mumbai Indians player as injury replacement for Ayush Mhatre

  April 23, 2026 16:13 IST

  Chennai Super Kings signed Akash Madhwal as a replacement for injured Ayush Mhatre, who was ruled out with a hamstring issue after leading CSK’s run charts. The former MI pacer, unsold in the 2026 auction, now joins CSK ahead of a crucial phase.

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  MI vs CSK Pitch Report: How will surface at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai play?

  April 23, 2026 15:49 IST

  Mumbai Indians, fresh off a big win, face Chennai Super Kings in a crucial IPL 2026 clash with both teams struggling in the lower mid-table. Injury concerns loom large, with key players doubtful, making this high-stakes rivalry even more unpredictable. Read the pitch report.

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  BCCI tells Indian players to take Test cricket seriously, asks Bumrah to play all WTC matches

  April 23, 2026 14:57 IST

  The BCCI has apparently told the Indian players to take Test cricket seriously. The board has also told Bumrah to play all remaining matches in the current WTC cycle. India are currently sixth in the ongoing WTC cycle and are in a must-win situation to make it to the final.