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SportsApr 07, 2026 07:29 AM

'Bit of a shocker': Ajinkya Rahane slammed for 'batting first' in rain-hit clash vs Punjab Kings

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane faced heavy criticism on Monday after opting to bat first in a rain-threatened clash against Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens. In matches with rain forecasts, captains usually prefer to field first to have clarity on the target in a shortened game. However, Rahane's decision did not go down well with many, including legendary Anil Kumble and former India cricketers Ravichandran Ashwin and Saba Karim.According to the India Meteorological Departm ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 07, 2026 06:09 AM

Entertainment News | Jasleen Royal Collaborates with Badshah for Romantic Song 'Inaam' | LatestLY

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 (ANI): Singer-songwriter Jasleen Royal is set to collaborate with rapper Badshah for the emotionally romantic track 'Inaam'. According to the press note, anchored in delicate production and stripped-back instrumentation, 'Inaam' foregrounds Royal's signature soft, expressive vocals as she traces the contours of a relationship defined by emotional security rather than fleeting intensity. Also Read | IPL 2026: Shah Rukh Khan's Intense Chat With KKR CEO Venky ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 12:33 AM

Nitish Kumar Reddy Trained With Mystery Person Ahead Of IPL 2026; Refuses To Reveal Identity

Nitish Kumar Reddy credits a special mentor for helping him rediscover his bowling rhythm. Nitish Kumar Reddy produced an eye-catching performance to play a prominent role in Sunrisers Hyderabad's first win of IPL 2026 as they crushed Kolkata Knight Riders by 65 runs on Thursday night. Reddy scored 24-ball 39 in SRH's total of 226/8 and then took 2/17 from two overs to win player-of-the-match award at Eden Gardens. And he noted the contribution of a 'specific person' in helping him regain his r ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 12:09 AM

IPL 2026: KKR and PBKS share a point as rain washes out match

Kolkata, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) shared a point each as the 12th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 was called off due to rain at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. The match was just into the fourth over when rain poured down at the ground. The drizzle intensified, forcing the umpires to take the players off the field as covers were swiftly brought on. The ground staff acted quickly, laying out sheets across the pitch, square ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 07, 2026 12:08 AM

Sports News | We Don't Have Any Concerns About Hetmyer or Riyan's Form: RR Performance Coach Siddhar...

Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 6 (ANI): Rajasthan Royals performance coach Siddhartha Lahiri has downplayed concerns around individual form, asserting that the team remains focused on maintaining a high-tempo approach in the Indian Premier League 2026 season. Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of their clash against the Mumbai Indians, Lahiri said the evolving nature of T20 cricket demands a different perspective on performance. Also Read | IPL 2026: Shah Rukh Khan's Intense Chat ...Read More >

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EntertainmentApr 07, 2026 12:08 AM

Sports News | IFL 2025-26: Chanmari FC Beat Real Kashmir FC 2-1 in Srinagar | LatestLY

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 6 (ANI): Goals from Marlon Rangel and Lalruatsanga in either half ensured Chanmari FC edge past Real Kashmir FC 2-1 in a crucial Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the TRC Stadium in Srinagar on Monday. According to a release, Marius Bedzigui scored for the home side to halve the deficit, but Chanmari FC held on to the lead to move to seventh in the table with eight points, while Real Kashmir remained at the bottom of the table with two points fr ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 12:07 AM

Sports News | IPL 2026: PBKS and KKR Share Points as Rain Forces No Result at Eden Gardens | LatestL...

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): The much-anticipated clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the iconic Eden Gardens was called off due to relentless rain on Monday. The match was officially abandoned at 10:58 pm IST, leaving both teams to settle for a point each. The evening began with KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane winning the toss and electing to bat first, hoping to get the team their first points after KKR entered the match on the back of losses in bo ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:50 PM

IPL 2026: PBKS and KKR share points as rain forces no result at Eden Gardens

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): The much-anticipated clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the iconic Eden Gardens was called off due to relentless rain on Monday. The match was officially abandoned at 10:58 pm IST, leaving both teams to settle for a point each. The evening began with KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane winning the toss and electing to bat first, hoping to get the team their first points after KKR entered the match on the back of losses in bo ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:48 PM

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings go top after rain washes out KKR vs PBKS clash at Eden Gardens

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders finally opened their account in IPL 2026, picking up their first point after their clash against Punjab Kings was abandoned following just 22 deliveries at Eden Gardens on Monday. Led by Ajinkya Rahane, KKR shared a point apiece with Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings after incessant rain and a wet outfield forced the match to be called off.With this result, Punjab Kings climbed to the top of the IPL 2026 points table. They now sit at No. 1 with five points from three m ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:45 PM

Punjab and Kolkata rained out in Indian Premier League

KOLKATA, India (AP) - Punjab Kings reclaimed top position in the Indian Premier League after a rainout against Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. Unbeaten Punjab has five points after three games while Kolkata got its first point. Kolkata reached 25-2 in 3.4 overs when the rain arrived at Eden Gardens. Punjab fast bowler Xavier Bartlett found the outside edges of Finn Allen and Cameron Green in the space of three balls in his first over. On Tuesday, Rajasthan Royals host Mumbai Indians. ___ A ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:42 PM

KKR earn season's first point after match against PBKS abandoned

Kolkata, Apr 6 (PTI) Kolkata Knight Riders bagged their first point of the season after the IPL match against Punjab Kings was abandoned after a combination of heavy rains and wet outfield made the play impossible to resume here on Monday. When the initial round of rain fell on Eden Gardens, the KKR were struggling at 25 for 2 in 3.4 overs. The proceedings never restarted from the point despite the cut-off time getting moved up to 11.14pm. The PBKS too received a point and moved atop the table ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:42 PM

Punjab and Kolkata rained out in Indian Premier League

KOLKATA, India (AP) -- Punjab Kings reclaimed top position in the Indian Premier League after a rainout against Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday. Unbeaten Punjab has five points after three games while Kolkata got its first point. Kolkata reached 25-2 in 3.4 overs when the rain arrived at Eden Gardens. Punjab fast bowler Xavier Bartlett found the outside edges of Finn Allen and Cameron Green in the space of three balls in his first over. On Tuesday, Rajasthan Royals host Mumbai Indians. ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:17 PM

IPL Points Table 2026: Updated Standings, Orange Cap, Purple Cap After KKR vs PBKS Match 12

The TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, travelled from the Southern part of India to the eastern part as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hosted Punjab Kings in match no.12 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The KKR vs PBKS match was washed out due to rain, as KKR got lucky to get their first point in the IPL 2026. KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane would call himself lucky as his captaincy has been called into question. Rahane came in with the side with no spinner and said in the toss that the pitch was on t ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:14 PM

Rain forces abandonment of KKR''s match against PBKS

Kolkata, Apr 6 (PTI) Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings shared a point apiece after their Indian Premier League match was called off due to incessant rain and the subsequent wet outfield here on Monday. The home side's skipper Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bat, but his team suffered an early setback in just the second over as Australian pacer Xavier Bartlett dismissed opener Finn Allen (6) and Cameron Green (4), leaving KKR struggling at 16 for two. Rahane (8 not out) and wicket ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:11 PM

KKR Vs PBKS Match Abandoned Due To Wet Outfield In Eden Gardens; Both Teams Share One Point Each

Kolkata, April 6: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) has been called off at Eden Gardens in Kolkata due to wet outfield after heavy rains on Monday. The match had already been interrupted earlier when drizzle turned into heavy rain, forcing the umpires to bring the covers on. One point each has been given to both the sides and this is the first point received by KKR in the IPL 2026 season so far. Even after the rain stopped th ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:02 PM

Sports News | IPL 2026: Will Tilak Continue Domination over Archer During RR-MI Clash? | LatestLY

Guwahati (Assam) [India], March 6 (ANI): The match-up between Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Tilak Varma and Rajasthan Royals (RR) pacer Jofra Archer will be a massive one during the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between these two former champions at Guwahati on Monday. MI will be aiming to get back to winning after a defeat to Delhi Capitals (DC), while Rajasthan Royals under Riyan Parag will be aiming to continue their winning run and secure a hat-trick of wins, coming red-hot after a thrilli ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:01 PM

Sports News | Felt Bad That He Missed Out: Javelin Thrower Sachin Yadav on Outshining His Idol Neera...

New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): Rising Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav said he felt disappointed for his idol and a two-time Olympic medallist, Neeraj Chopra, after the latter missed out on a podium finish at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. While Sachin delivered a strong performance himself by finishing fourth, he acknowledged disappointment for Neeraj, who has been a constant inspiration and a consistent medallist since 2019. Also Read | Sahibzada Farhan Declines Steve ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 10:23 PM

IPL 2026: Bartlett strikes early as KKR slip to 25/2 before rain stops play in Kolkata

Kolkata, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) match was delayed after rain came into play at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Monday. The drizzle intensified, forcing the umpires to take the players off the field as covers were swiftly brought on. The ground staff acted quickly, laying out sheets across the pitch, square and run-ups, and within moments, the entire playing area was covered. After the rain, the covers were firmly placed, and the revised t ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:33 PM

IPL 2026: 'Fabulous environment' driving Punjab Kings' strong start, says Sairaj Bahutule

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): After finishing as runners-up last season, Punjab Kings have carried their momentum into the IPL 2026 with two consecutive wins, and their spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule believes a positive dressing-room atmosphere is playing a key role in their early success. Speaking to ANI ahead of their clash against Kolkata Knight Riders, Bahutule highlighted the team's steady approach and strong internal culture. "Since last year itself the environment has ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:19 PM

Sports News | Asian Wrestling C'ships 2026: Lalit to Fight for Gold in Men's 55kg GR | LatestLY

New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): Former U-23 Asian Championships Bronze medallist Lalit will be challenging for gold in the men's 55kg Greco-Roman category in the Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on Tuesday, while two more Indian wrestlers will be aiming for the bronze medal. According to a release, 23-year-old Lalit dominated China's Huoying Shi in the semifinals to register an 11-3 victory before Aman (77 kg Greco-Roman) and former champion Sunil Kumar (87 kg Greco- ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:18 PM

Entertainment News | IPL 2026: SRK, Daughter Suhana in Eden Garden Stands; Cheer for KKR | LatestLY

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): Superstar Shah Rukh Khan never misses a chance to show support for his IPL team, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The Bollywood 'Baadshah' arrived at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday to cheer them on against the Punjab Kings. He was seen sitting in the stands with Suhana. Father-daughter's visuals from the stadium left fans excited. Also Read | Journalist Saurabh Dwivedi Under Fire for Debt Joke on Rajpal Yadav at Screen Awards 2026, Ne ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:14 PM

KKR Vs PBKS: R Ashwin Slams Ajinkya Rahane For Opting To Bat First After Winning Toss Despite Rain T...

Kolkata, April 6: Former Indian spinner and cricket commentator Ravichandran Ashwin came down heavily and slammed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane and team management for their decision to bat first after winning the toss against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Their decision backfired as KKR lost two early wickets before game was halted due to heavy rains. Early Setback KKR managed to score 25/2 in 3.4 overs aft ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:13 PM

Rain halts KKR vs PBKS clash after Bartlett rocks hosts with two in three balls

Kolkata, Apr 6 (PTI) Rain played spoilsport as Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL match against Punjab Kings was interrupted with the home side struggling at 25 for 2 in 3.4 overs amid steady drizzle that later turned into a thunderstorm, here on Monday. Opting to bat on a dry surface, KKR, in search of their first win of the season, were rocked early as Xavier Bartlett struck twice in the space of three balls. Displaying fine control over swing and seam, the Australian pacer removed KKR's two star ov ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:00 PM

IPL 2026: SRK, daughter Suhana in Eden Garden stands; cheer for KKR

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): Superstar Shah Rukh Khan never misses a chance to show support for his IPL team, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The Bollywood 'Baadshah' arrived at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday to cheer them on against the Punjab Kings. He was seen sitting in the stands with Suhana. Father-daughter's visuals from the stadium left fans excited. The father-daughter duo arrived in the city to support the Kolkata Knight Riders and root for the team. ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 08:23 PM

KKR Vs PBKS Match Update: Good News As Rain Stops, Covers Coming Off And Game Likely To Resume Withi...

Kolkata, April 6: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) was interrupted due to rain at Eden Gardens on Monday evening. Drizzle suddenly became heavier, forcing the umpires to stop play and call for the covers. At the time of interruption, KKR were 25/2 in 3.4 overs. However, there is a good news for the fans as the rains have stopped and the covers are coming off and match will resume within few minutes. Match Halted Due to Drizzl ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 08:02 PM

KKR's ₹25 Crore Buy Cameron Green's Horror Run Continues In IPL 2026, Falls Early Against PBKS At Ed...

Kolkata, April 6: Cameron Green's struggles in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 continued as the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all-rounder failed again with the bat despite his record-breaking price tag. Bought for a massive Rs 25.20 crore in the December 2025 auction, Green has not performed up to the expectations so far. He is the most expensive overseas player in the IPL history. Cameron Green came in to bat early in the match against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on M ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 07:44 PM

Sports News | IPL 2026: KKR Win Toss; Opts to Bat Against PBKS | LatestLY

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won the toss and decided to bat against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 12th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament. The high-voltage encounter is being played at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. Also Read | Impact Subs in Today's IPL Match for Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings. After winning the toss, Rahane revealed that Varun Chakaravarthy suffered an inj ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 07:44 PM

IPL 2026: Harshit Rana Reaches Kolkata To Support KKR Against PBKS

Kolkata: Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have received a familiar face in their camp as injured seam-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana arrived in the city to support the franchise ahead of their crucial clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS), to be played at Eden Gardens on Monday evening. "Look who's here to cheer for the Knights tonight. Harshit Rana is in Kolkata, to spend a day with his KKR Family," the franchise posted on its social media handles, clarifying that the youngster i ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 07:37 PM

Searching for first win, KKR go without Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy vs PBKS - check full pla...

NEW DELHI: Searching for their first win of the IPL 2026 season, Kolkata Knight Riders opted to bat first against Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Monday.KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and decided to bat first at Eden Gardens.KKR made two changes in their playing XI, and neither of their two mystery spinners, Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy, made it to the team. "We are going to bat first. Looks like a good wicket, a little bit of the drier side, but it's a very good wicket and ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 07:19 PM

IPL 2026: KKR win toss; opts to bat against PBKS

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won the toss and decided to bat against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 12th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) tournament. The high-voltage encounter is being played at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Monday. After winning the toss, Rahane revealed that Varun Chakaravarthy suffered an injury while taking a catch during the last game. "We are going to bat first. Looks like a ...Read More >

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