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SportsApr 09, 2026 07:29 PM

Babar Azam refuses to be insulted after being told 'Virat Kohli finishes matches; you don't' - Watch

Also Read: 'Revenge for Babar Azam insult' - Deja vu drama in PSL; Sahibzada Farhan leaves Steve Smith fuming for denying single The charge was led by Babar, who scored 47 off 37 balls, managing six fours along the way. Despite being well set in the middle, he once again failed to capitalise on a promising start and guide his team through to the end of the chase. Babar's form and strike rate in white-ball cricket have already been questioned, and this time it led a journalist to compare his ina ...Read More >

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SportsApr 09, 2026 06:34 PM

Cameron Green not good enough? Kevin Pietersen's scathing take on KKR's misfiring star

Kevin Pietersen delivered a scathing take on Cameron Green as KKR's big-money buy continues to flop in the IPL 2026. Bought for Rs. 25.2 crores, Green has scored just 24 runs in three matches with an average of eight. He is yet to bowl a delivery in the tournament despite being expected to be the replacement for Andre Russell. During the washed-out match against PBKS, Green was dismissed for four runs off two balls, with fans questioning the decision made by Kolkata to buy the all-rounder. Whil ...Read More >

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SportsApr 09, 2026 02:09 PM

Keep these things to yourself': Babar Azam fumes at reporter over Kohli comparison in PSL

New Delhi, April 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Babar Azam found himself at the centre of a heated moment off the field after dismissing comparisons with Virat Kohli during a post-match press conference in the Pakistan Super League 2026. The Peshawar Zalmi skipper, who guided his side to a tense last-ball victory over the Hyderabad Kingsmen, appeared visibly displeased when questioned about his ability to finish games in comparison to Kohli. While Babar contributed a measured 43 off 37 balls in the chase ...Read More >

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SportsApr 09, 2026 12:55 PM

IPL 2026: RR, RCB set for top-order shootout in Guwahati

Guwahati: Riding on explosive starts from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Rajasthan Royals will look to extend their dominance, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will bank on a rejuvenated Devdutt Padikkal as the two in-form sides lock horns in an IPL clash here on Friday. RCB have a settled top-order under the watch of the talismanic Virat Kohli, who hasn't shown any signs of rust despite stepping away from T20 internationals in 2024, while Phil Salt also unleash ...Read More >

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SportsApr 09, 2026 12:42 PM

RR, RCB set for top-order shootout in Guwahati

Guwahati, Apr 9 (PTI) Riding on explosive starts from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Rajasthan Royals will look to extend their dominance, while defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will bank on a rejuvenated Devdutt Padikkal as the two in-form sides lock horns in an IPL clash here on Friday. RCB have a settled top-order under the watch of the talismanic Virat Kohli, who hasn't shown any signs of rust despite stepping away from T20 internationals in 2024, while Phil Salt ...Read More >

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SportsApr 08, 2026 10:51 PM

PSL Franchise Hyderabad Kingsmen Troll Babar Azam With Epic 4-Word Post

Pakistan Super League (PSL) team Hyderabad Kingsmen took to their social media accounts on Wednesday (April 8) to share a photo post via which they have trolled Babar Azam. Pakistan Super League (PSL) team Hyderabad Kingsmen took to their social media accounts on Wednesday (April 8) to share a photo post via which they have trolled Babar Azam. Soon after the toss of the PSL 2026 match between Hyderabad Kingsmen and Peshawar Zalmi at National Stadium in Karachi, Kingsmen posted a picture of Zalm ...Read More >

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SportsApr 08, 2026 08:34 PM

Jaiswal's half-century earns Rajasthan a 27-run win over Mumbai in...

GUWAHATI, India (AP) - Opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi flattened Mumbai Indians with their power-hitting and propelled Rajasthan Royals to their third straight win in a rain-curtailed Indian Premier League game on Tuesday. In a match reduced to 11-overs-a-side, Rajasthan plundered 150-3 and cruised to a 27-run win after Mumbai won the toss and elected to field. Jaiswal hit an unbeaten 77 off 32 balls with 10 fours and four sixes and 15-year-old Sooryavanshi made a 14- ...Read More >

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SportsApr 08, 2026 07:43 PM

Jaiswal's quest to show he is better than the best

MUMBAI: In Yashasvi Jaiswal, India has a truly world-class cricketer. A batter, equipped to do well in all conditions, against all kinds of bowling attacks. Three years into international cricket, there has been no visible chink in his game. However, despite great success in Test cricket, he hasn't quite had the opportunities in white-ball cricket. Compared to the 28 Tests he has played, the left-hander has just 4 ODIs and 23 T20Is to show. This, of course, isn't about his talent alone but also ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 09:06 PM

Pakistan star Fakhar Zaman denies retiring from T20I format: Report

Mumbai, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Dashing Pakistan batter Fakhar Zaman, serving a two-match ban in Pakistan Super League (PSL), has denied reports that he will be retiring from T20 internationals as he is considering migrating to the United States, a news report said on Tuesday. There were reports and claims on social media that Fakhar, who turns 36 on Friday, has shifted his family to the USA and will retire from T20Is. He has also been plagued with fitness issues, including hormone issues, whi ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 08:36 PM

IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi is easy to handle, knows his bowling areas well, says Munaf Patel

New Delhi, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Capitals (DC) bowling coach Munaf Patel has lavished praise on South Africa fast bowler Lungi Ngidi, describing him as a smart, self-aware bowler who understands Indian conditions well and is among the easiest overseas players to work with in the dressing room. Ngidi has filled the void left by Mitchell Starc's absence so far by relying on his deceptive slower balls, which dip late to fox batters. An instance of this was seen in DC's six-wicket win over ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 12:34 PM

IPL 2026: 'Tushar Deshpande ensured Indian selectors don't take their eyes off him'

Cricket legend Dale Steyn is impressed by Tushar Deshpande's exceptional bowling performance in the IPL, particularly his composure and execution under pressure, suggesting he deserves the attention of Indian national selectors. IMAGE: Tushar Deshpande celebrates a wicket with his Rajasthan Royals' team-mates during the IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Dale Steyn praised Tushar Deshpande's composure and execution in a high-pressure final over during an IPL ...Read More >

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SportsApr 07, 2026 06:32 AM

RCB's 25-Year-Old Batter Pipped For India T20I Return: 'Difficult To Keep Him Out'

Dinesh Karthik hails Devdutt Padikkal as India's future T20I batter after explosive IPL 2026 form. Is Devdutt Padikkal India's future T20I middle-order batter? Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) mentor Dinesh Karthik certainly believes so, with the former India wicketkeeper saying on Monday (April 6) that the 25-year-old left-hander will be 'difficult to keep out' of the national set-up. Padikkal has transformed his game under Karthik's guidance, becoming a completely different player from the ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 10:12 PM

After Yuvraj Singh 'no communication' claim, ex-India star targets Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri, select...

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer on Monday came out in support of former India allrounder Yuvraj Singh, who recently revealed that he did not receive clear communication from then captain Virat Kohli, head coach Ravi Shastri and selectors while reflecting on his retirement.In a recent interview with Sports Tak, Yuvraj, who played 40 Tests, 304 ODIs and 58 T20Is, said he did not receive proper communication from Kohli and Shastri and had to approach MS Dhoni for clarity about his fu ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 06:44 PM

Will Hardik Pandya play in MI vs RR match? Coach reveals allrounder's 'injury' status

NEW DELHI: In a big boost for the Mumbai Indians, their captain Hardik Pandya will be available for the IPL 2026 clash against the Rajasthan Royals at the ACA Stadium in Barsapara, Guwahati, the franchise's bowling coach Paras Mhambrey confirmed on Monday."He will be available, he had a good couple of hours of net session yesterday. He is fit and fine. Just to clarify, Hardik wasn't injured, he was unwell, that's why he missed the game," Mambrey said in the pre-match press conference.Pandya, a k ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 06:29 PM

IPL 2026: MI Seek Reset Against Rampaging RR, Pandya Fitness in Focus

Guwahati: Mumbai Indians will hope that skipper Hardik Pandya regains full fitness when they square off against a confident Rajasthan Royals unit, which will be keen to extend its early-season momentum in their IPL clash here on Tuesday.Pandya, a key figure in the side, missed MI's previous outing due to illness, and his absence proved crucial in their six-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals on Saturday.While India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav stepped in to lead and ensured continuity, MI missed Pa ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 04:37 PM

Samson, Bumrah Among ICC Men's Player of The Month Nominees For March 2026

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the Men's Player of the month nominees for March 2026. Two Indian heroes from the T20 World Cup triumph, Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah, along with Connor Esterhuizen, a rising Proteas star, are in the running for the monthly honour in March 2026, according to the ICC website. Sanju Samson (India)Samson may not have been a part of the playing XI for India in the initial stages of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, but once in ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 04:22 PM

Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah, and Connor Esterhuizen Nominated for ICC Men's Player of the Month Hon...

New Delhi, April 6: India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and South Africa batter Connor Esterhuizen have been nominated for the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for March 2026. Samson, who began the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup watching from the sidelines, wrote one of the tournament's most dramatic personal arcs once handed an opportunity to be in the team since the Super Eights clash against Zimbabwe in Chennai. He struck an unforgettable 97 not out against th ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 03:34 PM

Samson, Bumrah Nominated For ICC Player Of Month Award

IMAGE: Jasprit Bumrah celebrates a wicket with Sanju Samson during the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad, on March 8, 2026. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Sanju Samson became only the third player to score fifties in both the semi-final and final of a T20 World Cup. Samson smashed a brilliant 89 in the T20 World Cup 2026 final to power India to their third T20 World Cup title. Jasprit Bumrah played a key role with the ball in the final, taking 4/15 against New Zealand. Dash ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 03:20 PM

Samson, Bumrah in ICC Player of the Month race after T20 World Cup heroics

NEW DELHI: Two Indian stars have been shortlisted for the ICC Men's Player of the Month award for March 2026, underlining the country's dominance during their triumphant T20 World Cup campaign. Joining them in the three-man shortlist is a rising South African batter who impressed in a bilateral series.The nominations reflect a month dominated by high-pressure performances, particularly in the knockout stages of the T20 World Cup, where India successfully defended their title on home soil.World C ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 02:41 PM

Samson, Bumrah among ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for March 2026

New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday announced the Men's Player of the month nominees for March 2026. Two Indian heroes from the T20 World Cup triumph, Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah, along with Connor Esterhuizen, a rising Proteas star, are in the running for the monthly honour in March 2026, according to the ICC website. Sanju Samson (India) Samson may not have been a part of the playing XI for India in the initial stages of the ICC Men's T20 ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 11:51 AM

MI seek reset against rampaging RR, Pandya fitness in focus

Guwahati, Apr 6 (PTI) Mumbai Indians will hope that skipper Hardik Pandya regains full fitness when they square off against a confident Rajasthan Royals unit, which will be keen to extend its early-season momentum in their IPL clash here on Tuesday. Pandya, a key figure in the side, missed MI's previous outing due to illness, and his absence proved crucial in their six-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals on Saturday. While India T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav stepped in to lead and ensured continui ...Read More >

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SportsApr 06, 2026 09:30 AM

After a lean season, Gujarat Titans' Rashid Khan eyes course correction

MUMBAI: Rashid Khan remains confident that Gujarat Titans will bounce back despite losing their first two matches of IPL-2026, even as the Afghanistan T20I captain admitted he is unsure about playing the one-off Test against India in June due to concerns over his back.Rashid, who led Gujarat Titans in their previous game against Rajasthan Royals in Ahmedabad with regular skipper Shubman Gill sidelined due to back spasms, said the team is not far from turning things around.Go Beyond The Boundary ...Read More >

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SportsApr 05, 2026 07:14 PM

IPL 2026: As long as I am doing what I'm supposed to do, I'm going to win that challenge, says Vysha...

New Delhi, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) Vijaykumar Vyshak does not think about the batter at the other end when his time to bowl in the back end of an innings comes. He does not think about the scoreboard, crowd, or whether the last ball went for a boundary. Instead, the Punjab Kings fast bowler thinks only about execution and that is precisely what makes him a dangerous bowler in the death overs. Vyshak has taken five wickets in two matches this season for PBKS, surpassing the four scalps he manag ...Read More >

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SportsApr 05, 2026 05:34 PM

CSK's biggest concern for the rest of IPL 2026 will be bowling, warns Sunil Gavaskar

Former India batter Sunil Gavaskar believes Chennai Super Kings (CSK) could struggle with their bowling throughout IPL 2026. On Friday, April 3, CSK suffered a five-wicket defeat to Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Batting first, the Super Kings posted 209 for five, riding on Ayush Mhatre's 73, along with useful cameos from Shivam Dube and Sarfaraz Khan. However, their bowlers failed to defend the total as PBKS chased it down with five wickets in hand ...Read More >

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SportsApr 05, 2026 04:33 PM

IPL: Bishnoi leaves GT in a spin, Royals win to go top

The spinner's four-wicket haul set up the win, although Titans pushed the battle to the last ball in Ahmedabad After a three-over spell from Ravi Bishnoi in which he scalped four wickets, Gujarat Titans seemed to have been pushed well behind in their pursuit of 211 to win. Between overs 11-15, GT had lost six wickets, having lost only one in the first 10. At the start of the last five overs, they were down at 161/7. But batting line-ups armed with the Impact Sub rule are never ending. And with ...Read More >

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SportsApr 05, 2026 02:39 PM

Tushar's performance will ensure Indian selectors don't take their eyes off him: Dale Steyn

New Delhi, Apr 5 (PTI) South Africa fast-bowling great Dale Steyn is impressed by Tushar Deshpande's performance this IPL season, saying the Rajasthan Royals seamer's composure and execution in the final over against Gujarat Titans must attract the national selectors' attention. Deshpande has started the 2026 IPL season strongly for the Rajasthan Royals, delivering a match-winning performance against the Gujarat Titans by defending 10 runs in the final over in Ahmedabad on Saturday. On how Des ...Read More >

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SportsApr 05, 2026 12:34 PM

RCB Playing With 5 Overseas Players? Virat Kohli Responds With Humour | Watch Viral Video

Virat Kohli shrugged off London break criticism with humour, reflects on relief and hard work behind last seasons maiden title. Virat Kohli made a strong return to the Indian Premier League (IPL), delivering a match-winning performance for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in their season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Fresh from helping RCB secure their first-ever title last season, Kohli appears determined to continue that success and lead the team's title defence. Interestingly, ...Read More >

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SportsApr 05, 2026 12:08 AM

IPL: Glenn feels at home in Gujarat

CHENNAI: When Glenn Phillips landed in India for the bilateral series in January, the Kiwi knew he could be spending almost five of the next six months in the country. It started with the three ODIs, five T20Is and the T20 World Cup followed by two months at Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League with a brief break in March. If things go as well as it did for him and New Zealand, Phillips could end up being in India till May 31, which is when the final is set to be played. Ask him how the ...Read More >

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SportsApr 04, 2026 05:55 PM

Is Virat Kohli RCB's 5th 'Overseas Player'? Check Out Former Captain's Response

Mumbai: It's been nearly two years since Virat Kohli quit T20Is, and almost a year since he retired from Test cricket. That leaves ODIs as the only form of international cricket Kohli plays for Team India. And, of course, there is IPL in which Kohli has been with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) from the opening season, in 2008. Now in his 19th year for RCB, Kohli arrived for IPL 2026 without too much competitive cricket of late, having last played two-and-a-half months ago, in the home ODI s ...Read More >

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SportsApr 04, 2026 02:45 PM

'Why Are You Asking Me?': Virat Kohli Responds to 'Overseas Player' Tag With Humour in Conversation ...

Bengaluru, April 4: Virat Kohli has reacted to social media chatter calling him an "overseas player" for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, taking it in a light-hearted manner during a fun interaction with content creator Mr. Nags in a video shared by the franchise on Saturday. Even though Kohli now plays only ODIs for India after stepping away from Tests and T20Is, he continues to be widely discussed among fans. The star batter, who has been spending a lo ...Read More >

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