The Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) on Tuesday (April 29) witnessed yet another close encounter as Delhi Capitals lost to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The 14-run win made no favours to Delhi as the battle for Playoffs intensified. Amid that tussle, the netizens were left shell-shocked when Kuldeep Yadav appeared to have slapped Rinku Singh during the post-match conversation. So what is the truth behind it and will Kuldeep get fined for the same?<o:p></o:p>
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Kuldeep slapping Rinku😭😭 <a href="https://twitter.com/imkuldeep18?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imkuldeep18</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/rinkusingh235?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rinkusingh235</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KuldeepYadav?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KuldeepYadav</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RinkuSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RinkuSingh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DCvKKR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DCvKKR</a> <a href="https://t.co/vL0WJ0Ld8h">pic.twitter.com/vL0WJ0Ld8h</a>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Kuldeep Yadav slaps Rinku Singh<o:p></o:p></h2>
During the post-match, a video appeared to have shown the moment where Kuldeep not once but twice slapped Rinku. While the incident may look violent, there appears to be no friction between the players and the gesture was only part of banter. While Rinku was left stunned, there appeared to be no friction between the duo who represent Team India at the international level while also sharing the dressing room for Uttar Pradesh in the domestic circuit. <o:p></o:p>
Both Rinku and Kuldeep share a close friendship and have played competitive cricket together, dismissing any rumours of friction. The duo has been part of India&rsquo;s T20I setup in recent times and are expected to continue to feature in the coming months. Notably, both will look to cement their place in the T20 World Cup squad as the tournament is set to start in February 2026.<o:p></o:p>
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&ldquo;Kuldeep tried to end the career of Rinku Singh by slapping him,&rdquo; wrote one of the netizens.
While another fan called out BCCI and asked for action, writing &ldquo;dear @BCCI! Wht stops u to ensure stern action against @imkuldeep18 over such a shameful incident. Ths act is highly condemnable and requires immediate disciplinary action. Even @IPL @DelhiCapitals should also take appropriate action against #kuldeepyadav.&rdquo;
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Thrilling race for Playoffs<o:p></o:p></h2>
Needing 205 runs to win the match, DC fell short of the target by 14 runs as they now sit fourth in the IPL 2025 standings. The win for KKR also sees them keep their hopes of a top-four finish alive as they are just three points behind Delhi. Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings are also in the race for Playoffs but are currently outside the top four.

The IPL 2025 on Tuesday (April 29) witnessed yet another close encounter as Delhi Capitals lost to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. India News | Sports

The Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) on Tuesday (April 29) witnessed yet another close encounter as Delhi Capitals lost to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The 14-run win made no favours to Delhi as the battle for Playoffs intensified. Amid that tussle, the netizens were left shell-shocked when Kuldeep Yadav appeared to have slapped Rinku Singh during the post-match conversation. So what is the truth behind it and will Kuldeep get fined for the same? Kuldeep slapping Rinku😭😭 @imkuldeep18 @rinkusingh235 #IPL #KuldeepYadav #RinkuSingh #DCvKKR pic.twitter.com/vL0WJ0Ld8h — DM (@DM_20_12) April 29, 2025 Kuldeep Yadav slaps Rinku Singh During the post-match, a video appeared to have shown the moment where Kuldeep not once but twice slapped Rinku. While the incident may look violent, there appears to be no friction between the players and the gesture was only part of banter. While Rinku was left stunned, there appeared to be no friction between the duo who represent Team India at the international level while also sharing the dressing room for Uttar Pradesh in the domestic circuit. Both Rinku and Kuldeep share a close friendship and have played competitive cricket together, dismissing any rumours of friction. The duo has been part of India’s T20I setup in recent times and are expected to continue to feature in the coming months. Notably, both will look to cement their place in the T20 World Cup squad as the tournament is set to start in February 2026. ALSO READ | Premier League confirms Mumbai office, vows to promote football in India “Kuldeep tried to end the career of Rinku Singh by slapping him,” wrote one of the netizens. While another fan called out BCCI and asked for action, writing “dear @BCCI! Wht stops u to ensure stern action against @imkuldeep18 over such a shameful incident. Ths act is highly condemnable and requires immediate disciplinary action. Even @IPL @DelhiCapitals should also take appropriate action against #kuldeepyadav.” Thrilling race for Playoffs Needing 205 runs to win the match, DC fell short of the target by 14 runs as they now sit fourth in the IPL 2025 standings. The win for KKR also sees them keep their hopes of a top-four finish alive as they are just three points behind Delhi. Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings are also in the race for Playoffs but are currently outside the top four.

Watch: Kuldeep Yadav slaps Rinku Singh as netizens left shellshocked after IPL 2025 contest, but what is the truth?

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In a hilarious U-turn in India football&rsquo;s second division, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has ordered Churchill Brothers to return the I-League trophy after controversy surrounds the legitimacy of the title win. The decision came on Monday (April 28) a day after the trophy was presented to Churchill Brothers who were unofficially crowned the champions of Indian football&rsquo;s second division. As learned, the decision to revoke the champion&rsquo;s title from Churchill came after an order from the Court of Arbitration of Sports (CAS).
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Hilarious U-turn in I-League</h2>
After confusion surrounded the official announcement of champions in the second division of Indian football, AIFF Deputy Secretary General M Satyanarayan presented the I-League title to Churchill despite Inter Kashi&rsquo;s pending appeal on a fortified match that could see them crowned champions. The decision first challenged in the Delhi High Court was also stayed by the CAS on Sunday, but the email went unnoticed until Monday.
However, upon receiving the CAS email, the AIFF acted swiftly and asked for the I-League trophy to be returned. The CAS has also barred it from conducting any formal medal ceremony, the national federation awarded the winner&rsquo;s trophy to the Goan club.
"On Monday, we have written to Churchill Brothers to return the I-League trophy," an AIFF source told PTI on condition of anonymity.
"We are bound to obey the CAS order. Let the CAS decide on the matter, and we will hand over the trophy after the decision."
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">What is the controversy?</h2>
On January 13, Namdhari beat Inter Kashi 2-0 in the I-League. After the match was over, Inter Kashi disputed the result, alleging that Namdhari had fielded an ineligible player, Cledson Carvalho da Silva, a Brazilian centre forward. They contended that D&eacute; should have been suspended under the AIFF&rsquo;s rules, claiming he had accumulated four yellow cards through the season. The fact that one of his yellow cards led to a sending-off presented a confusing scenario for the parties involved.
In case Inter Kashi win their appeal against the ineligible player and are awarded three points they will claim the I-League title with 42 points while Churchill currently sit on 40 points. &nbsp;

The AIFF has ordered Churchill Brothers to return the I-League trophy after controversy surrounds the legitimacy of the title win. India News | Sports | Football

In a hilarious U-turn in India football’s second division, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has ordered Churchill Brothers to return the I-League trophy after controversy surrounds the legitimacy of the title win. The decision came on Monday (April 28) a day after the trophy was presented to Churchill Brothers who were unofficially crowned the champions of Indian football’s second division. As learned, the decision to revoke the champion’s title from Churchill came after an order from the Court of Arbitration of Sports (CAS). Hilarious U-turn in I-League After confusion surrounded the official announcement of champions in the second division of Indian football, AIFF Deputy Secretary General M Satyanarayan presented the I-League title to Churchill despite Inter Kashi’s pending appeal on a fortified match that could see them crowned champions. The decision first challenged in the Delhi High Court was also stayed by the CAS on Sunday, but the email went unnoticed until Monday. However, upon receiving the CAS email, the AIFF acted swiftly and asked for the I-League trophy to be returned. The CAS has also barred it from conducting any formal medal ceremony, the national federation awarded the winner’s trophy to the Goan club. "On Monday, we have written to Churchill Brothers to return the I-League trophy," an AIFF source told PTI on condition of anonymity. "We are bound to obey the CAS order. Let the CAS decide on the matter, and we will hand over the trophy after the decision." ALSO READ | Underfire Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti set to become new Brazil national team manager - Report What is the controversy? On January 13, Namdhari beat Inter Kashi 2-0 in the I-League. After the match was over, Inter Kashi disputed the result, alleging that Namdhari had fielded an ineligible player, Cledson Carvalho da Silva, a Brazilian centre forward. They contended that Dé should have been suspended under the AIFF’s rules, claiming he had accumulated four yellow cards through the season. The fact that one of his yellow cards led to a sending-off presented a confusing scenario for the parties involved. In case Inter Kashi win their appeal against the ineligible player and are awarded three points they will claim the I-League title with 42 points while Churchill currently sit on 40 points.

Oops! AIFF wants I-League prize back from Churchill—just a day later for THIS reason

From Vaibhav Suryavanshi to Yashasvi Jaiswal, here's a look at the five youngest batters to score a hundred in Indian Premier League. Sports | Photos

From Vaibhav Suryavanshi to Yashasvi Jaiswal, five youngest batters to score hundred in IPL history

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From Sachin Tendulkar to Parthiv Patel, youngest cricketers to debut for India

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Underfire Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is all set to join Brazil national football team after enduring a tough final run in the stretch of the club season. Now in his second stint as Real Madrid manager, Ancelotti has been under pressure at Real Madrid after the club&rsquo;s exit from the Champions League at the hands of Arsenal. At the same time, they also lost the Copa del Rey final on Saturday to arch-rivals Barcelona. If reports are to be believed, Ancelotti has an agreement with the Brazil national team as they bid to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their first since 2002.<o:p></o:p>
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🚨🇧🇷 Brazilian Federation expect Carlo Ancelotti to be on the touchline already on the first week of June representing the Sele&ccedil;ao. It&rsquo;s always been a key condition for Brazil: sign before the FIFA Club World Cup, not an option to wait until July. Formal steps to follow now. <a href="https://t.co/XTH7wuy4af">pic.twitter.com/XTH7wuy4af</a>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil?<o:p></o:p></h2>
According to prominent football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Ancelotti has an agreement in principle with the national side. The report further states that the Italian gaffer is expected to be on the touchline for Brazil&rsquo;s latest set of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The rumours also state that the Brazilian Football Federation will offer a lucrative deal to Ancelotti to take over the reins with conversations already being held for backroom staff.<o:p></o:p>
&ldquo;Brazilian Federation expect Carlo Ancelotti to be on the touchline already on the first week of June representing the Sele&ccedil;ao. It&rsquo;s always been a key condition for Brazil: sign before the FIFA Club World Cup, not an option to wait until July,&rdquo; reported Romano.<o:p></o:p>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Ancelotti set to leave Real Madrid<o:p></o:p></h2>
With Copa del Rey and Champions League already out of hand, Ancelotti could drop curtains on his Real Madrid tenure without a trophy in the final season. Currently, four points off the pace in the La Liga title race, if they concede defeat to Barcelona in that competition, the Italian will likely end with empty hands. While Real will compete in the FIFA Club World Cup, the Italian is not expected to stay at the club after the La Liga season gets over.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is all set to join Brazil national football team after enduring a tough final run in the stretch of the club season. World | Sports

Underfire Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is all set to join Brazil national football team after enduring a tough final run in the stretch of the club season. Now in his second stint as Real Madrid manager, Ancelotti has been under pressure at Real Madrid after the club’s exit from the Champions League at the hands of Arsenal. At the same time, they also lost the Copa del Rey final on Saturday to arch-rivals Barcelona. If reports are to be believed, Ancelotti has an agreement with the Brazil national team as they bid to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their first since 2002. 🚨🇧🇷 Brazilian Federation expect Carlo Ancelotti to be on the touchline already on the first week of June representing the Seleçao. It’s always been a key condition for Brazil: sign before the FIFA Club World Cup, not an option to wait until July. Formal steps to follow now. pic.twitter.com/XTH7wuy4af — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 28, 2025 Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil? According to prominent football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Ancelotti has an agreement in principle with the national side. The report further states that the Italian gaffer is expected to be on the touchline for Brazil’s latest set of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The rumours also state that the Brazilian Football Federation will offer a lucrative deal to Ancelotti to take over the reins with conversations already being held for backroom staff. “Brazilian Federation expect Carlo Ancelotti to be on the touchline already on the first week of June representing the Seleçao. It’s always been a key condition for Brazil: sign before the FIFA Club World Cup, not an option to wait until July,” reported Romano. ALSO READ | IPL 2025: Sizzling Suryavanshi's century fires Rajasthan Royals to eight-wicket win over Gujarat Titans Ancelotti set to leave Real Madrid With Copa del Rey and Champions League already out of hand, Ancelotti could drop curtains on his Real Madrid tenure without a trophy in the final season. Currently, four points off the pace in the La Liga title race, if they concede defeat to Barcelona in that competition, the Italian will likely end with empty hands. While Real will compete in the FIFA Club World Cup, the Italian is not expected to stay at the club after the La Liga season gets over.

Underfire Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti set to become new Brazil national team manager - Report

It was a record-breaking day in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) on Monday (April 28) as teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripted history with a 101-run knock for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans. Playing at the Sawai Mansing Stadium in Jaipur, Vaibhav slammed a 35-ball ton for RR, thus becoming the youngest batter in professional cricket to achieve the feat. His knock did not go unnoticed as the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and other cricketing greats applauded his knock.
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Vaibhav&rsquo;s fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings. End result: 101 runs off 38 balls. Well played!!<a href="https://t.co/MvJLUfpHmn">pic.twitter.com/MvJLUfpHmn</a>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Rohit, Sky praise Vaibhav after historic knock<o:p></o:p></h2>
At 14 years and 32 days, the youngster from Bihar also became the Indian to score the fastest hundred in IPL history. Rohit Sharma took to his Instagram handle and praised his innings writing &ldquo;class vaibhav_sooryavanshi09&rdquo; while Suryakumar Yadav also applauded the genius who scored 101 off 38.<o:p></o:p>
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Witnessed this carnage of an innings by this youngster. Absolutely insane! 🧿🧿🧿 <a href="https://t.co/b0xJb9jMER">pic.twitter.com/b0xJb9jMER</a>
&mdash; Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) <a href="https://twitter.com/surya_14kumar/status/1916909688568058001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 28, 2025</a></blockquote>

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&ldquo;Witnessed this carnage of an innings by this youngster. Absolutely insane!,&rdquo; Surya wrote on his X handle. <o:p></o:p>
Former World Cup winner Yuvraj Singh also applauded Vaibhav, writing &ldquo;What were you doing at 14?!! This kid is taking on the best bowlers in the world without blinking an eyelid! Vaibhav Suryavanshi &mdash; remember the name! Playing with a fearless attitude. Proud to see the next generation shine.&rdquo;<o:p></o:p>
Earlier legendary Sachin Tendulkar also had huge praise for the 14-year-old as he wrote &ldquo;Vaibhav&rsquo;s fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings.&rdquo;<o:p></o:p>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Vaibhav rewrites record books<o:p></o:p></h2>
Vaibhav went past the previous record, set by Vijay Zol of Maharashtra at 18 years and 118 days against Mumbai in an Indian domestic match in 2013. Suryavanshi's ton is the second fastest in the popular T20 tournament after Chris Gayle's century in 30 balls for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2013.<o:p></o:p>
The teenage sensation finally fell bowled to fast bowler Prasidh Krishna for 101 off 38 balls and walked off to a standing ovation from the home crowd and the team dugout. His 166-run opening stand with fellow left-hander Yashasvi Jaiswal launched his team's chase of 210. They reached the target with 25 balls and eight wickets to spare.

It was a record-breaking day in the IPL 2025 on Monday (April 28) as teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripted history with a 101-run knock. India News | Cricket | Sports

It was a record-breaking day in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) on Monday (April 28) as teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripted history with a 101-run knock for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans. Playing at the Sawai Mansing Stadium in Jaipur, Vaibhav slammed a 35-ball ton for RR, thus becoming the youngest batter in professional cricket to achieve the feat. His knock did not go unnoticed as the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and other cricketing greats applauded his knock. Vaibhav’s fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings. End result: 101 runs off 38 balls. Well played!!pic.twitter.com/MvJLUfpHmn — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 28, 2025 Rohit, Sky praise Vaibhav after historic knock At 14 years and 32 days, the youngster from Bihar also became the Indian to score the fastest hundred in IPL history. Rohit Sharma took to his Instagram handle and praised his innings writing “class vaibhav_sooryavanshi09” while Suryakumar Yadav also applauded the genius who scored 101 off 38. Witnessed this carnage of an innings by this youngster. Absolutely insane! 🧿🧿🧿 pic.twitter.com/b0xJb9jMER — Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) April 28, 2025 “Witnessed this carnage of an innings by this youngster. Absolutely insane!,” Surya wrote on his X handle. Former World Cup winner Yuvraj Singh also applauded Vaibhav, writing “What were you doing at 14?!! This kid is taking on the best bowlers in the world without blinking an eyelid! Vaibhav Suryavanshi — remember the name! Playing with a fearless attitude. Proud to see the next generation shine.” Earlier legendary Sachin Tendulkar also had huge praise for the 14-year-old as he wrote “Vaibhav’s fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings.” ALSO READ | IPL 2025: Sizzling Suryavanshi's century fires Rajasthan Royals to eight-wicket win over Gujarat Titans Vaibhav rewrites record books Vaibhav went past the previous record, set by Vijay Zol of Maharashtra at 18 years and 118 days against Mumbai in an Indian domestic match in 2013. Suryavanshi's ton is the second fastest in the popular T20 tournament after Chris Gayle's century in 30 balls for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2013. The teenage sensation finally fell bowled to fast bowler Prasidh Krishna for 101 off 38 balls and walked off to a standing ovation from the home crowd and the team dugout. His 166-run opening stand with fellow left-hander Yashasvi Jaiswal launched his team's chase of 210. They reached the target with 25 balls and eight wickets to spare.

Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav praise teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi after record-breaking ton in IPL 2025

Liverpool clinched record-equalling 20th English league title on Sunday (April 27) as they beat Tottenham Hotspur 5-1. Needing one point to win the match, Liverpool put on a show at Anfield which saw them win their second league title in Premier League era having last done so in the 2019-20 season under Jurgen Klopp. The latest triumph sees them go level with Manchester United for most English league titles adding one more to their trophy cabinet.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Liverpool seal Premier League title<o:p></o:p></h2>
Needing a point to win the title on Sunday, the Reds found themselves behind as early as the 11th minute when Dominic Solanke scored from a corner. Spurs kept things tight as they looked to park the bus before a Luis Diaz equalised for the hosts in the 16th minute. However, Arne Slot&rsquo;s side was not done there as Alexis Mac Allister pounced on an error in the Spurs backline in the 24th minute to give Liverpool the lead. <o:p></o:p>
Spurs at this point were completely on the backfoot as Liverpool looked to capiltise and established a firm lead. The attack paid dividends in the 34th minute when Cody Gakpo made it 3-1, establishing a two-goal lead at half time. <o:p></o:p>
Things did not change much for the home side as they Mohamed Salah scored in the 63rd minute while Destiny Udogie was on the receiving end of an own goal.<o:p></o:p>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Liverpool on the rise<o:p></o:p></h2>
Under the new management of Arne Slot, little was expected from the Reds to challenge for the title. However, Mohamed Salah&rsquo;s brilliant form coupled with a good team work saw them overthrow Manchester City&rsquo;s dominance while also outclassing Arsenal in the title race. The title victory for the Merseyside club came with four matches still remaining in the season. <o:p></o:p>
Slot&rsquo;s side will now look to build on the triumph and defend it in the 2025-26 season. Not since the 1983-84 season when they also clinched the Champions League title by beating AS Roma in the final. &nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

World | Football | Sports: Liverpool's latest league triumph sees them go level with Manchester United for most English league titles adding one more to their trophy cabinet.

Liverpool clinched record-equalling 20th English league title on Sunday (April 27) as they beat Tottenham Hotspur 5-1. Needing one point to win the match, Liverpool put on a show at Anfield which saw them win their second league title in Premier League era having last done so in the 2019-20 season under Jurgen Klopp. The latest triumph sees them go level with Manchester United for most English league titles adding one more to their trophy cabinet. Liverpool seal Premier League title Needing a point to win the title on Sunday, the Reds found themselves behind as early as the 11th minute when Dominic Solanke scored from a corner. Spurs kept things tight as they looked to park the bus before a Luis Diaz equalised for the hosts in the 16th minute. However, Arne Slot’s side was not done there as Alexis Mac Allister pounced on an error in the Spurs backline in the 24th minute to give Liverpool the lead. Spurs at this point were completely on the backfoot as Liverpool looked to capiltise and established a firm lead. The attack paid dividends in the 34th minute when Cody Gakpo made it 3-1, establishing a two-goal lead at half time. Things did not change much for the home side as they Mohamed Salah scored in the 63rd minute while Destiny Udogie was on the receiving end of an own goal. ALSO READ | MI vs LSG: Record-breaker Bumrah helps Mumbai Indians register fifth straight win in IPL 2025 Liverpool on the rise Under the new management of Arne Slot, little was expected from the Reds to challenge for the title. However, Mohamed Salah’s brilliant form coupled with a good team work saw them overthrow Manchester City’s dominance while also outclassing Arsenal in the title race. The title victory for the Merseyside club came with four matches still remaining in the season. Slot’s side will now look to build on the triumph and defend it in the 2025-26 season. Not since the 1983-84 season when they also clinched the Champions League title by beating AS Roma in the final.

Liverpool clinch record-equaling 20th league title at Anfield with emphatic win over Tottenham

Mumbai Indians have been in superb form in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) as they are on a winning streak of five consecutive matches. On Sunday they took the field in the afternoon contest against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with a great initiative on hand. At the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, 19,000 kids attended the IPL contest under the Education and Sports (ESA) for all initiative. With a rousing applause, Mumbai Indians caught the eye of netizens.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Mumbai Indians welcome 19000 kids at Wankhede Stadium<o:p></o:p></h2>
Now in its fifteenth year, MI welcomed kids aged between 7 and 14 ahead of the contest against LSG. The children from humble backgrounds were given once in a lifetime experiences. Mumbai Indian aims to empower young minds, inspire ambition, and instill the joy of sports and learning. The match also aims to inspire the next generation of kids to fulfill their dreams in sports and education. Kids ahead of the match were served with five meals and provided special buses ahead of the match.<o:p></o:p>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Mumbai Indians win fifth consecutive contest<o:p></o:p></h2>
Playing against Lucknow, Ryan Rickelton (58 off 32) and Suryakumar Yadav (54 off 28) were on fire as they helped Mumbai Indians score 215/7 in their 20 overs. Bidding for their fifth consecutive win, MI bowlers restricted LSG to 161, thereby winning the match by 54 runs. Will Jacks (29), Naman Dhir (25 off 11) and Corbin Bosch (20 off 10) also contributed heavily to Mumbai&rsquo;s dominance in the contest.<o:p></o:p>
Jasprit Bumrah with four wickets was the star for Mumbai as he found his rhythm ahead of a crucial run in. Trent Boult (20/3) and Will Jacks (18/2) were also amongst the wickets for Mumbai, laying the foundation for the win.<o:p></o:p>
The Blue Army is next in action Thursday when they face Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansing Stadium.

Mumbai Indians have been in superb form in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) as they are on a winning streak of five consecutive matches. India News | Sports

Mumbai Indians have been in superb form in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) as they are on a winning streak of five consecutive matches. On Sunday they took the field in the afternoon contest against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) with a great initiative on hand. At the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, 19,000 kids attended the IPL contest under the Education and Sports (ESA) for all initiative. With a rousing applause, Mumbai Indians caught the eye of netizens. Swag ki koi kami nahi hai 🙌😎@ril_foundation | #ESADay #EducationAndSportsForAll #MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #TATAIPL #MIvLSG pic.twitter.com/KOOCJzdeuw — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 27, 2025 Mumbai Indians welcome 19000 kids at Wankhede Stadium Now in its fifteenth year, MI welcomed kids aged between 7 and 14 ahead of the contest against LSG. The children from humble backgrounds were given once in a lifetime experiences. Mumbai Indian aims to empower young minds, inspire ambition, and instill the joy of sports and learning. The match also aims to inspire the next generation of kids to fulfill their dreams in sports and education. Kids ahead of the match were served with five meals and provided special buses ahead of the match. ALSO READ | Anfield crowd to witness first title clincher in 35 years as Reds host Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League Mumbai Indians win fifth consecutive contest Playing against Lucknow, Ryan Rickelton (58 off 32) and Suryakumar Yadav (54 off 28) were on fire as they helped Mumbai Indians score 215/7 in their 20 overs. Bidding for their fifth consecutive win, MI bowlers restricted LSG to 161, thereby winning the match by 54 runs. Will Jacks (29), Naman Dhir (25 off 11) and Corbin Bosch (20 off 10) also contributed heavily to Mumbai’s dominance in the contest. Jasprit Bumrah with four wickets was the star for Mumbai as he found his rhythm ahead of a crucial run in. Trent Boult (20/3) and Will Jacks (18/2) were also amongst the wickets for Mumbai, laying the foundation for the win. The Blue Army is next in action Thursday when they face Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansing Stadium.

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Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has warned the team management over Jasprit Bumrah as the build-up for the England tour has already begun. Speaking on Sunday in the ICC Review show, Shastri has backed the Indian pacer to feature in the series but has advised not to play in all five matches. Bumrah has been troubled with injuries in recent times, notably missing the Champions Trophy 2025 in UAE for India.<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Shastri advises Indian team management<o:p></o:p></h2>
"I would be very, very careful [with Bumrah]," Shastri said while speaking in The ICC Review.<o:p></o:p>
"I would give him two Test matches at a time and then wait for the break. Ideally, make him play four. You'll be tempted to make him play five if he starts off in a great manner, but it's how his body pulls up. He should be given the first opportunity to say, 'Yes, a little, [I am] feeling the niggle. A break would help.' Give him that break."<o:p></o:p>
Bumrah has been one of the important members of the Indian side in all formats, however, his workload management is a huge issue. He suffered a back injury during the Sydney Test in January, which ruled him out of the Champions Trophy and early part of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">India target good start to WTC cycle<o:p></o:p></h2>
Having endured a tough finish to the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle with series defeats to New Zealand and Australia, India will push for a better start when they face England. The England series will mark the beginning of the 2025-27 WTC cycle as the hosts also push for a better start. <o:p></o:p>
India expected to name a similar squad that travelled to Australia with Rohit Sharma set to lead, despite being under pressure. Mohammed Shami is also expected to make his Test return during the series which begins on June 20.<o:p></o:p>

India News | Sports: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has warned the team management over Jasprit Bumrah as the build-up for the England tour has already begun.

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has warned the team management over Jasprit Bumrah as the build-up for the England tour has already begun. Speaking on Sunday in the ICC Review show, Shastri has backed the Indian pacer to feature in the series but has advised not to play in all five matches. Bumrah has been troubled with injuries in recent times, notably missing the Champions Trophy 2025 in UAE for India. Shastri advises Indian team management "I would be very, very careful [with Bumrah]," Shastri said while speaking in The ICC Review. "I would give him two Test matches at a time and then wait for the break. Ideally, make him play four. You'll be tempted to make him play five if he starts off in a great manner, but it's how his body pulls up. He should be given the first opportunity to say, 'Yes, a little, [I am] feeling the niggle. A break would help.' Give him that break." Bumrah has been one of the important members of the Indian side in all formats, however, his workload management is a huge issue. He suffered a back injury during the Sydney Test in January, which ruled him out of the Champions Trophy and early part of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season. ALSO READ | Anfield crowd to witness first title clincher in 35 years as Reds host Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League India target good start to WTC cycle Having endured a tough finish to the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle with series defeats to New Zealand and Australia, India will push for a better start when they face England. The England series will mark the beginning of the 2025-27 WTC cycle as the hosts also push for a better start. India expected to name a similar squad that travelled to Australia with Rohit Sharma set to lead, despite being under pressure. Mohammed Shami is also expected to make his Test return during the series which begins on June 20.

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Real Madrid suffered yet another heartbreak on Saturday (April 26) as they lost to arch-rivals Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. In the contest at the Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville Barcelona edge Real Madrid 3-2 as the two teams entertained the crowd. However, the match had plenty of flash points including a red card to Antonio Rudiger when Barcelona scored the eventual winner in extra time.<o:p></o:p>
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Rudiger makes headlines<o:p></o:p></h2>
Having been substituted in the 111th minute, Rudiger was part of the bench as Real pushed for a winner in the Copa del Rey final. However, that decision backfired when Jules Kounde scored the winning goal in 116th minute. After the goal Real bench was furious with referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoechea and his decisions. And one heated argument happened in the 122nd minute when the referee denied a free kick for Real Madrid. <o:p></o:p>
While other players on the bench stormed out of their area in protest, Rudiger was over aggressive as approached he threw a bag full of ice, targeting the referee's head. The reaction did not go well and the German defender was shown a direct red card. The drama did not stop there as he tried to storm the pitch in protest. He was pulled away by several Real Madrid players while the referee showed red cards to Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham as well.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">What happened in the match?<o:p></o:p></h2>
Pedri sent Barcelona ahead at La Cartuja but two Real Madrid goals in seven second-half minutes, from Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni, pulled the Spanish and European champions level. However, Ferran Torres struck in the 84th minute to take the game to extra-time and Kounde drilled home to win it for the La Liga leaders.<o:p></o:p>
The defeat for Real means, their only chance of winning silverware in domestic competition comes through La Liga while Club World Cup also remains in their sight.<o:p></o:p>

World | Sports: The Copa del Rey final had plenty of flash points including a red card to Antonio Rudiger when Barcelona scored the eventual winner in extra time.

Real Madrid suffered yet another heartbreak on Saturday (April 26) as they lost to arch-rivals Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. In the contest at the Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville Barcelona edge Real Madrid 3-2 as the two teams entertained the crowd. However, the match had plenty of flash points including a red card to Antonio Rudiger when Barcelona scored the eventual winner in extra time. This is Antonio Rudiger, Islamic footballer for Real Madrid and German international, threatening the referee. He should be banned for life. pic.twitter.com/5jWIIL43B4 — #MolestBaldogWaves (@PR3V10USLYYR4UL) April 26, 2025 Rudiger makes headlines Having been substituted in the 111th minute, Rudiger was part of the bench as Real pushed for a winner in the Copa del Rey final. However, that decision backfired when Jules Kounde scored the winning goal in 116th minute. After the goal Real bench was furious with referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoechea and his decisions. And one heated argument happened in the 122nd minute when the referee denied a free kick for Real Madrid. While other players on the bench stormed out of their area in protest, Rudiger was over aggressive as approached he threw a bag full of ice, targeting the referee's head. The reaction did not go well and the German defender was shown a direct red card. The drama did not stop there as he tried to storm the pitch in protest. He was pulled away by several Real Madrid players while the referee showed red cards to Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham as well. ALSO READ | Anfield crowd to witness first title clincher in 35 years as Reds host Tottenham Hotspur in Premier League What happened in the match? Pedri sent Barcelona ahead at La Cartuja but two Real Madrid goals in seven second-half minutes, from Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni, pulled the Spanish and European champions level. However, Ferran Torres struck in the 84th minute to take the game to extra-time and Kounde drilled home to win it for the La Liga leaders. The defeat for Real means, their only chance of winning silverware in domestic competition comes through La Liga while Club World Cup also remains in their sight.

Watch: Antonio Rudiger furious at referee as Real Madrid go down to Barcelona in Copa del Rey final

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