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Delhi Capitals finish agonisingly short on 209 for 8 in pursuit of 211; KL Rahul adjudged player of the match

Fifteen-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s fearless IPL performance against Jasprit Bumrah has reignited debate about fast-tracking him into the Indian senior team, with mentors like V.V.S. Laxman and Rahul Dravid already recognising the youngster’s immense potential.

Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-curtailed IPL clash at Guwahati. Jaiswal’s unbeaten 77 and Sooryavanshi’s fiery 39 powered Royals to 150, before their bowlers restricted MI to 123 for nine

Devdutt Padikkal has emerged as a key player for RCB in IPL 2026, scoring quick runs and showing maturity. He credits past failures for motivating him to work harder, with Dinesh Karthik praising his evolution as a complete T20 batter

Rain in Guwahati delayed the Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians IPL clash at the ACA Stadium, with covers deployed after heavy showers. Match officials hope to start before 8.30 pm to avoid overs being lost.

Mumbai Indians face Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati with skipper Hardik Pandya’s fitness a key factor. Pandya missed the last game due to illness, and MI will hope his return strengthens their bowling against Rajasthan’s in-form top order

Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, face Kolkata Knight Riders in an IPL clash at Eden Gardens. KKR, missing key pacers and struggling with team strategy, seek revival against an in-form Punjab side riding two straight wins

Lucknow Super Giants bowling coach Bharat Arun says the T20 format challenges bowlers but also gives them a chance to shine. He praised Digvesh Singh Rathi and hinted at a flexible batting order ahead of the clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad

Suryakumar Yadav captained Mumbai Indians in place of the unwell Hardik Pandya as Delhi Capitals won the toss and chose to bowl first in their IPL 2026 clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Both teams entered the match after winning their opening games.

Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians with concerns over their top order despite Sameer Rizvi’s match-winning effort. While DC’s bowling looks strong, MI enter with confidence after a record chase, setting up a key IPL clash

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi faces a stern challenge against Gujarat Titans’ pace attack as Rajasthan Royals look to continue their strong run. Titans will depend on their bowlers while concerns remain over batting form and middle-order consistency

Jitesh Sharma said the RCB environment helped him reset mentally after a difficult phase. He credited Dinesh Karthik for his growth and reflected on personal challenges, leadership, and his ambition to continue performing consistently at the highest level

Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Abhishek Sharma was fined 25 per cent of his match fee and given one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens.

Chennai Super Kings will look to recover from their opening defeat when they face Punjab Kings in their first home game. With key players returning and youngsters under focus, CSK aim for improvement against a strong Punjab side

Dinesh Karthik highlighted his coaching philosophy at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, focusing on helping players understand their roles. Emphasising clarity and trust, he credited structured preparation and communication for RCB’s strong batting performances in the IPL 2026 season

Chasing a lowly target of 142, DC were reduced to 26 for 4 within first five overs but Rizvi (70 not out off 47 balls), substituting T Natarajan, conjured an unbroken 119-run stand for the fifth wicket to ensure victory in just 17.1 overs

Kolkata Knight Riders will look to address bowling concerns, especially spin struggles, as they face Sunrisers Hyderabad. Both teams enter the match with vulnerabilities, making the contest crucial for momentum in the early phase of the IPL season

Rishabh Pant will lead Lucknow Super Giants against Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2026 opener. LSG has a fully fit squad including Shami, Nortje and Digvesh Rathi, while DC aim for stability with Rahul, Miller and Ngidi in their ranks

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer will lead Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings, respectively, in IPL 2026's opener. Both players have much to prove in T20 cricket, with Gill aiming to build on his IPL form and Iyer eager for leadership success

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s blistering 15-ball half-century, along with strong bowling, led Rajasthan Royals to an eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in their IPL opener. Royals chased down 128 in 12.1 overs, with Sooryavanshi's explosive knock sealing victory