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The battle for the IPL 2026 top four, along with the Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings, got much tighter after a busy Sunday double-header. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), while Gujarat Titans overcame Punjab Kings (PBKS), making the overall race more competitive. Despite their defeat, Punjab Kings continue to lead the table with 13 points, though their Net Run Rate has taken a hit and now stands at 0.855.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gujarat Titans capitalised on their victory, securing their sixth win in 10 matches and are currently on 12 points. Even though they remain in fifth place, their recent form and improved standings keep them firmly in the playoff race alongside teams like Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-far-short-of-22-players-including-djokovic-sinner-and-sabalennka-not-happy-with-usd-72-million-prize-money-1777870404059">French Open 2026 | 'Far short of 22%': Players including Djokovic, Sinner and Sabalennka not happy with prize money</a>&nbsp;KKR’s success against SRH has given them a boost in the lower half of the table, lifting them to seven points and keeping their qualification hopes alive. SRH, while still on 12 points, suffered a setback in both momentum and Net Run Rate, allowing other teams to close the gap.&nbsp;Overall, the standings from third to eighth place have become extremely compressed, with even a single result capable of significantly altering positions.<h3>IPL 2026 updated points table</h3>

<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>P</th><th>Team</th><th>M</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>NR</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>13</td><td>0.855</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>1.420</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>10</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.644</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>10</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.510</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>10</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>-0.147</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Chennai Super Kings</td><td>9</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>0.005</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>9</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>-0.895</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td><td>9</td><td>3</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>7</td><td>-0.539</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Mumbai Indians</td><td>9</td><td>2</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-0.803</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-1.106</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h3>Orange Cap standings</h3>Abhishek Sharma has moved to the top of the run-scoring chart with 440 runs, surpassing KL Rahul, who now occupies second place despite consistent performances. Heinrich Klaasen remains close behind, ensuring SRH still feature strongly at the top.&nbsp;Sai Sudharsan continues to strengthen Gujarat Titans’ batting presence in the rankings, while Ishan Kishan and Jos Buttler also appear in the top 10, highlighting the impact of SRH and GT batters. With small margins separating players, the competition remains intense and every innings is becoming increasingly important.<h3>Purple Cap standings</h3>The fight for the leading wicket-taker remains tight, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Anshul Kamboj tied at 17 wickets, however, Bhuvneshwar stays ahead due to a better economy rate. Kagiso Rabada has climbed to 16 wickets, while Jofra Archer and Eshan Malinga are close behind with 15 wickets each.&nbsp;Further down the list, Mohammed Siraj and Rashid Khan feature among the top 10, underlining Gujarat Titans’ strong bowling depth.&nbsp;

Despite their defeat, Punjab Kings continue to lead the table with 13 points, though their Net Run Rate has taken a hit and now stands at 0.855. 

The battle for the IPL 2026 top four, along with the Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings, got much tighter after a busy Sunday double-header. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered a win over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), while Gujarat Titans overcame Punjab Kings (PBKS), making the overall race more competitive. Despite their defeat, Punjab Kings continue to lead the table with 13 points, though their Net Run Rate has taken a hit and now stands at 0.855. Gujarat Titans capitalised on their victory, securing their sixth win in 10 matches and are currently on 12 points. Even though they remain in fifth place, their recent form and improved standings keep them firmly in the playoff race alongside teams like Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Also Read - French Open 2026 | 'Far short of 22%': Players including Djokovic, Sinner and Sabalennka not happy with prize money KKR’s success against SRH has given them a boost in the lower half of the table, lifting them to seven points and keeping their qualification hopes alive. SRH, while still on 12 points, suffered a setback in both momentum and Net Run Rate, allowing other teams to close the gap. Overall, the standings from third to eighth place have become extremely compressed, with even a single result capable of significantly altering positions. IPL 2026 updated points table

Despite their defeat, Punjab Kings continue to lead the table with 13 points, though their Net Run Rate has taken a hit and now stands at 0.855.&nbsp;

IPL 2026 updated points table: Gujarat Titans boost playoff hopes, PBKS remain on top

Gujarat Titans (GT) beat table-toppers Punjab Kings (PBKS) by four wickets in a IPL 2026 thriller on Sunday (May 3) to go fifth on the leaderboard. Chasing 164, GT batters overcame nerves in the final over to take home their sixth win of the season in 10 matches. They now have 12 points, same as RCB, SRH, and RR but poor net run rate. PBKS, on the other hand, continue to sit stop despite the loss - their second of the season. Reliant on their batting, PBKS could not score as big as they wanted and eventually paid the price. PBKS currently have 13 points from six wins, two losses and one no result in nine matches played this season.<h2>GT batters overcome nerves</h2>Chasing the target, GT lost skipper Shubman Gill (16) in the second over. Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler (26) then added 53 runs for the second wicket before Vijaykumar Vyshak dismissed Buttler. Nishant Sandhu (15) was next to be out before Sudharsan got out on 57. The chase hit a bit of snag as GT went from 124/3 to 152/6 in space of 24 balls, leaving Washington Sundar to take them home. The allrounder smashed unbeaten 40 off 23 including the winning six on the penultimate ball to win it for the team.<h2>PBKS batting suffers rare failure</h2>Punjab have been heavily reliant on their batters to do most of the work this season but this was not the case on Sunday. Mohammed Siraj dismissed Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly in the first over itself and PBKS could not recover from the double blow. After being 2/2, PBKS slid down to 47/5 in 8.4 overs with skipper Shreyas Iyer, opener Prabhsimran Singh and Nehal Wadhera also back in the dressing room. Suryansh Shedge (57 off 29), Marcus Stoinis (40 off 31), and Marco Jansen (20 off 11) then did damage control and PBKS posted 163/9 in 20 overs.

Chasing 164, GT batters overcame nerves in the final over and won the match by four wickets - their sixth victory of the season. PBKS, on the other hand, suffered only second loss in nine matches played and continues to stay atop the points table.

Gujarat Titans (GT) beat table-toppers Punjab Kings (PBKS) by four wickets in a IPL 2026 thriller on Sunday (May 3) to go fifth on the leaderboard. Chasing 164, GT batters overcame nerves in the final over to take home their sixth win of the season in 10 matches. They now have 12 points, same as RCB, SRH, and RR but poor net run rate. PBKS, on the other hand, continue to sit stop despite the loss - their second of the season. Reliant on their batting, PBKS could not score as big as they wanted and eventually paid the price. PBKS currently have 13 points from six wins, two losses and one no result in nine matches played this season. GT batters overcome nerves Chasing the target, GT lost skipper Shubman Gill (16) in the second over. Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler (26) then added 53 runs for the second wicket before Vijaykumar Vyshak dismissed Buttler. Nishant Sandhu (15) was next to be out before Sudharsan got out on 57. The chase hit a bit of snag as GT went from 124/3 to 152/6 in space of 24 balls, leaving Washington Sundar to take them home. The allrounder smashed unbeaten 40 off 23 including the winning six on the penultimate ball to win it for the team. PBKS batting suffers rare failure Punjab have been heavily reliant on their batters to do most of the work this season but this was not the case on Sunday. Mohammed Siraj dismissed Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly in the first over itself and PBKS could not recover from the double blow. After being 2/2, PBKS slid down to 47/5 in 8.4 overs with skipper Shreyas Iyer, opener Prabhsimran Singh and Nehal Wadhera also back in the dressing room. Suryansh Shedge (57 off 29), Marcus Stoinis (40 off 31), and Marco Jansen (20 off 11) then did damage control and PBKS posted 163/9 in 20 overs.

Chasing 164, GT batters overcame nerves in the final over and won the match by four wickets - their sixth victory of the season. PBKS, on the other hand, suffered only second loss in nine matches played and continues to stay atop the points table.

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Gujarat Titans (GT) have built momentum in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) Playoffs race as they defeated league toppers Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a last-over thriller on Sunday (May 3). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, GT beat PBKS by four wickets and a ball spare to go level with second-place Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB). GT, despite the win, are fifth, same as SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) and have 12 points in 10 matches.<h2>GT beat PBKS at home</h2>Pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj set the tone with two wickets in the first over of the match as hosts Gujarat reduced top-of-the-table Punjab to 47/5 before they managed 163/9 in Ahmedabad. Gujarat also suffered from regular wickets in their chase, but opener Sai Sudharsan's 57 and an unbeaten 40 off 23 balls by Washington Sundar guided the team home with one ball to spare.&nbsp;Needing 11 to win from the last over, Sundar, a left-handed batter, kept his nerve and smacked Marcus Stoinis for a winning six on the penultimate delivery. Shubman Gill-led Gujarat stay fifth in the 10-team table with four teams on 12 points each. Punjab, led by Shreyas Iyer, still hold the top spot with 13 points after going down to just their second defeat of the season. The top four teams after the league stage will qualify for the playoffs.&nbsp;Punjab attempted to defend their modest total after impact substitute Vijaykumar Vyshak took 30/2, including Jos Buttler, for 25, and the left-handed Sudharsan in the 15th over. Gujarat slowed down in their chase in front of disciplined bowling and good fielding, but Sundar stood firm.<h2>What happened in PBKS innings?</h2>Earlier, Siraj rattled Punjab with two wickets in two balls upfront, including Cooper Connolly caught behind for a duck. Siraj's new-ball partner Kagiso Rabada took down Prabhsimran Singh for 15 and West Indies pace bowler Holder came in as the third seamer to push Punjab on the backfoot. Holder dismissed Nehal Wadhera and then Iyer, but Marcus Stoinis, who made 40, and Suryansh Hedge, who hit 57, put on a defiant stand of 79 off 44 balls.&nbsp;Shedge was impressive in his 29-ball blitz, laced with three fours and five sixes and got good support from Australia's Stoinis. Marco Jansen contributed 20 to boost the total, but it was not enough to stop Gujarat from winning on their home turf.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, GT beat PBKS by four wickets and a ball spare to go level with second-place Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB). GT, despite the win, are fifth, same as SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) and have 12 points in 10 matches.

Gujarat Titans (GT) have built momentum in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) Playoffs race as they defeated league toppers Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a last-over thriller on Sunday (May 3). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, GT beat PBKS by four wickets and a ball spare to go level with second-place Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB). GT, despite the win, are fifth, same as SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) and have 12 points in 10 matches. GT beat PBKS at home Pace spearhead Mohammed Siraj set the tone with two wickets in the first over of the match as hosts Gujarat reduced top-of-the-table Punjab to 47/5 before they managed 163/9 in Ahmedabad. Gujarat also suffered from regular wickets in their chase, but opener Sai Sudharsan's 57 and an unbeaten 40 off 23 balls by Washington Sundar guided the team home with one ball to spare. Needing 11 to win from the last over, Sundar, a left-handed batter, kept his nerve and smacked Marcus Stoinis for a winning six on the penultimate delivery. Shubman Gill-led Gujarat stay fifth in the 10-team table with four teams on 12 points each. Punjab, led by Shreyas Iyer, still hold the top spot with 13 points after going down to just their second defeat of the season. The top four teams after the league stage will qualify for the playoffs. Punjab attempted to defend their modest total after impact substitute Vijaykumar Vyshak took 30/2, including Jos Buttler, for 25, and the left-handed Sudharsan in the 15th over. Gujarat slowed down in their chase in front of disciplined bowling and good fielding, but Sundar stood firm. What happened in PBKS innings? Earlier, Siraj rattled Punjab with two wickets in two balls upfront, including Cooper Connolly caught behind for a duck. Siraj's new-ball partner Kagiso Rabada took down Prabhsimran Singh for 15 and West Indies pace bowler Holder came in as the third seamer to push Punjab on the backfoot. Holder dismissed Nehal Wadhera and then Iyer, but Marcus Stoinis, who made 40, and Suryansh Hedge, who hit 57, put on a defiant stand of 79 off 44 balls. Shedge was impressive in his 29-ball blitz, laced with three fours and five sixes and got good support from Australia's Stoinis. Marco Jansen contributed 20 to boost the total, but it was not enough to stop Gujarat from winning on their home turf.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, GT beat PBKS by four wickets and a ball spare to go level with second-place Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB). GT, despite the win, are fifth, same as SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) and have 12 points in 10 matches.

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Gujarat beat Punjab in last-over thriller to build momentum in Playoffs race

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered their third consecutive win in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they struck form at the business end of the season on Sunday (May 3). Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, KKR beat SRH by seven wickets and halted the latter’s five-match winning streak. The victory for KKR means they now have seven points from nine matches and are five points behind fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 standings.<h2>KKR go three in a row</h2>Chakravarthy returned figures of 36/3 and Narine claimed 31/2 to help bowl out hosts Hyderabad for 165 in 19 overs despite opener Travis Head's blistering 61 off 28 balls. Three-time champions Kolkata chased down their target in 18.2 overs with Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who hit 59, and skipper Ajinkya Rahane (43) putting together a key stand of 84. Rahane and Raghuvanshi departed before Rinku Singh, unbeaten on 22, and Cameron Green, three not out, steered the team home to snap Hyderabad's five-match winning streak.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, are third on the 10-team table with six wins and four defeats from 10 matches. Kolkata are eighth, but still in the hunt for the playoffs with three wins from nine matches. The top four teams at the end of the league stage will move into the playoffs. Kolkata's New Zealand opener Finn Allen provided the early fireworks in his 13-ball 29 as he took on Australia pace ace Cummins with two sixes and two fours. Cummins took revenge in the 27-run over when he got Allen caught out on the last ball, but the blazing start put Kolkata on course to victory.&nbsp;Raghuvanshi, a wicketkeeper-batter, and Rahane then put on a defiant stand to close in on victory before the left-handed Rinku hit the winning four. The bowlers set up victory as pacer&nbsp;Kartik Tyagi took down Abhishek Sharma for 15 after the left-handed opener climbed to the top of the batting chart with 440 runs in 10 matches.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;Australia's Head hammered the bowlers to all parts of the ground as he hit nine fours and three sixes before Chakravarthy had him caught at mid-wicket by Green. Narine dismissed Ishan Kishan for 42 and the Hyderabad batting lost its way in the final 10 overs with the spinners applying the choke. Tyagi took 30/2 and complemented his team's spinners with his quick bowling.

Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, KKR beat SRH by seven wickets and halted the latter’s five-match winning streak. The victory for KKR means they now have seven points from nine matches and are five points behind fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 standings.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered their third consecutive win in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they struck form at the business end of the season on Sunday (May 3). Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, KKR beat SRH by seven wickets and halted the latter’s five-match winning streak. The victory for KKR means they now have seven points from nine matches and are five points behind fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 standings. KKR go three in a row Chakravarthy returned figures of 36/3 and Narine claimed 31/2 to help bowl out hosts Hyderabad for 165 in 19 overs despite opener Travis Head's blistering 61 off 28 balls. Three-time champions Kolkata chased down their target in 18.2 overs with Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who hit 59, and skipper Ajinkya Rahane (43) putting together a key stand of 84. Rahane and Raghuvanshi departed before Rinku Singh, unbeaten on 22, and Cameron Green, three not out, steered the team home to snap Hyderabad's five-match winning streak. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, are third on the 10-team table with six wins and four defeats from 10 matches. Kolkata are eighth, but still in the hunt for the playoffs with three wins from nine matches. The top four teams at the end of the league stage will move into the playoffs. Kolkata's New Zealand opener Finn Allen provided the early fireworks in his 13-ball 29 as he took on Australia pace ace Cummins with two sixes and two fours. Cummins took revenge in the 27-run over when he got Allen caught out on the last ball, but the blazing start put Kolkata on course to victory. Raghuvanshi, a wicketkeeper-batter, and Rahane then put on a defiant stand to close in on victory before the left-handed Rinku hit the winning four. The bowlers set up victory as pacer Kartik Tyagi took down Abhishek Sharma for 15 after the left-handed opener climbed to the top of the batting chart with 440 runs in 10 matches. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Australia's Head hammered the bowlers to all parts of the ground as he hit nine fours and three sixes before Chakravarthy had him caught at mid-wicket by Green. Narine dismissed Ishan Kishan for 42 and the Hyderabad batting lost its way in the final 10 overs with the spinners applying the choke. Tyagi took 30/2 and complemented his team's spinners with his quick bowling.

Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, KKR beat SRH by seven wickets and halted the latter’s five-match winning streak. The victory for KKR means they now have seven points from nine matches and are five points behind fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 standings.

IPL 2026, SRH vs KKR: Kolkata strike form with third consecutive win, halt Hyderabad's five-match winning streak

From Sunil Narine to Lasith Malinga here is a list of five foreign bowlers with most IPL wickets. This list also features the likes of Dwayne Bravo, Rashid Khan and Trent Boult with Narine reaching 200 wickets in IPL history. 

From Sunil Narine to Lasith Malinga here is a list of five foreign bowlers with most IPL wickets. This list also features the likes of Dwayne Bravo, Rashid Khan and Trent Boult with Narine reaching 200 wickets in IPL history.&nbsp;

From Sunil Narine to Lasith Malinga, 5 foreign bowlers with most IPL wickets

Sunil Narine scripted history in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on Sunday (May 3) as he became the first bowler to scalp 200 wickets. Playing against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Narine also became the third bowler to reach the feat. Interestingly, he is also the bowler with the most wickets for a single franchise in the IPL.<h2>Narine scripts history</h2>Narine reached the landmark during KKR’s fixture against SRH in Hyderabad, returning figures of 2/31 as SRH were bowled out for 165. Since making his debut in 2012, Narine has been a cornerstone of KKR’s bowling attack because of his control, economy, and ability to deliver breakthroughs across phases. Over the years, Narine has built a decorated record with the franchise, playing a key role in KKR’s title-winning campaigns in 2012, 2014, and 2024.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;He was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) in 2012 and 2018, underlining his impact on the team.&nbsp;Narine now has 201 wickets under his belt in 197 matches at an impressive average of 25.53, including a five-wicket haul. He is also the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament's history, only behind Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yuzvendra Chahal. He was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) in 2012 and 2018, and won the Purple Cap in 2012, underlining his impact on the team.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;Coming to the match, a disciplined, all-round bowling effort from the KKR kept SRH in check, restricting them to 165 in Hyderabad on Sunday.&nbsp;The hosts, SunRisers Hyderabad, were cruising at 105/1 in the ninth over but lost momentum in the second half, eventually being bowled out for just 165.&nbsp;With the ball for KKR, Varun Chakravarthy led the charge with three wickets, while Sunil Narine and Kartik Tyagi picked up two each; Anukul Roy, Cameron Green, and Vaibhav Arora chipped in with a wicket apiece.

Playing against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Narine also became the third bowler to reach the feat. Interestingly, he is also the bowler with the most wickets for a single franchise in the IPL.

Sunil Narine scripted history in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on Sunday (May 3) as he became the first bowler to scalp 200 wickets. Playing against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Narine also became the third bowler to reach the feat. Interestingly, he is also the bowler with the most wickets for a single franchise in the IPL. Narine scripts history Narine reached the landmark during KKR’s fixture against SRH in Hyderabad, returning figures of 2/31 as SRH were bowled out for 165. Since making his debut in 2012, Narine has been a cornerstone of KKR’s bowling attack because of his control, economy, and ability to deliver breakthroughs across phases. Over the years, Narine has built a decorated record with the franchise, playing a key role in KKR’s title-winning campaigns in 2012, 2014, and 2024. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions He was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) in 2012 and 2018, underlining his impact on the team. Narine now has 201 wickets under his belt in 197 matches at an impressive average of 25.53, including a five-wicket haul. He is also the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament's history, only behind Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yuzvendra Chahal. He was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) in 2012 and 2018, and won the Purple Cap in 2012, underlining his impact on the team. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Coming to the match, a disciplined, all-round bowling effort from the KKR kept SRH in check, restricting them to 165 in Hyderabad on Sunday. The hosts, SunRisers Hyderabad, were cruising at 105/1 in the ninth over but lost momentum in the second half, eventually being bowled out for just 165. With the ball for KKR, Varun Chakravarthy led the charge with three wickets, while Sunil Narine and Kartik Tyagi picked up two each; Anukul Roy, Cameron Green, and Vaibhav Arora chipped in with a wicket apiece.

Playing against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Narine also became the third bowler to reach the feat. Interestingly, he is also the bowler with the most wickets for a single franchise in the IPL.

IPL 2026, SRH vs KKR: Sunil Narine scripts history, becomes first foreign bowler to scalp 200 wickets

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star Ravichandran Ashwin has heaped praise on former captain MS Dhoni, recalling moments from their playing days. Ashwin, now retired and part of the commentary team, also recalled a moment from his playing days. Dhoni, who is still with CSK, is yet to feature in any game of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as he remains sidelined with an injury.<h2>Ashwin recalls playing with Dhoni</h2>“His glove work has always amazed me. People talk a lot about his captaincy, and rightly so; the titles speak for themselves. But for me, two things stand out, one, how good a middle-order batter he was, someone who could take the game deep and finish it. And the second is his keeping against spinners. I haven’t seen anyone else like him,” Ashwin said while speaking on JioStar’s ‘The Ravichandran Ashwin Experience’.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;“He never set the field for me. I would set my own field, and he would just say, ‘Don’t double-guess. Don’t pre-empt. If you get hit, it’s fine. If someone takes a risk, let it be. Just bowl to your field.’ He never came into my space because he knew I came prepared and had done my planning. He trusted that,” he added.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a><h2>CSK stay firm in Playoffs</h2>On Saturday, CSK registered a league double over the Mumbai Indians as they beat them for the second time this season. Having won by 104 runs earlier at the Wankhede Stadium, CSK won by eight wickets on Saturday at Chepauk as they now sit on eight points from nine matches and are four points behind fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals. They are next in action on Tuesday as they take on Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium with both teams in search of a top-four spot.&nbsp;

Ravi Ashwin, now retired and part of the commentary team, also recalled a moment from his playing days. Dhoni, who is still with CSK, is yet to feature in any game of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as he remains sidelined with an injury.

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) star Ravichandran Ashwin has heaped praise on former captain MS Dhoni, recalling moments from their playing days. Ashwin, now retired and part of the commentary team, also recalled a moment from his playing days. Dhoni, who is still with CSK, is yet to feature in any game of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as he remains sidelined with an injury. Ashwin recalls playing with Dhoni “His glove work has always amazed me. People talk a lot about his captaincy, and rightly so; the titles speak for themselves. But for me, two things stand out, one, how good a middle-order batter he was, someone who could take the game deep and finish it. And the second is his keeping against spinners. I haven’t seen anyone else like him,” Ashwin said while speaking on JioStar’s ‘The Ravichandran Ashwin Experience’. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL “He never set the field for me. I would set my own field, and he would just say, ‘Don’t double-guess. Don’t pre-empt. If you get hit, it’s fine. If someone takes a risk, let it be. Just bowl to your field.’ He never came into my space because he knew I came prepared and had done my planning. He trusted that,” he added. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions CSK stay firm in Playoffs On Saturday, CSK registered a league double over the Mumbai Indians as they beat them for the second time this season. Having won by 104 runs earlier at the Wankhede Stadium, CSK won by eight wickets on Saturday at Chepauk as they now sit on eight points from nine matches and are four points behind fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals. They are next in action on Tuesday as they take on Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium with both teams in search of a top-four spot.

Ravi Ashwin, now retired and part of the commentary team, also recalled a moment from his playing days. Dhoni, who is still with CSK, is yet to feature in any game of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as he remains sidelined with an injury.

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Mumbai Indians will host Lucknow Super Giants in match 47 of IPL 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday (May 4). MI have won two of their nine matches so far, while LSG have managed two victories from eight games. Both teams will be looking to return to winning ways after recent defeats. Ahead of the clash, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming details, head-to-head stats and other key information.<h2>What is the head-to-head record for the MI vs LSG clash in IPL history</h2>Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have clashed eight times in the Indian Premier League, with LSG winning six matches and MI claiming victory in two encounters.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pressure-or-confidence-world-champion-wrestler-sujeet-kalkal-on-becoming-no-1-1776676909385">Pressure or confidence? World champion wrestler Sujeet Kalkal on becoming No. 1</a><h2>What is the venue for the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47?</h2>The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will be the venue for the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47.<h2>When will the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47?</h2>The MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47 will start at 7:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 p.m. IST.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-can-mi-still-qualify-for-playoffs-after-seven-defeats-check-possible-scenarios-1777793105933">IPL 2026: Can MI still qualify for playoffs after seven defeats? Check possible scenarios</a><h2>Which channel will broadcast the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47?</h2>The Star Sports Network will broadcast the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47 in India.<h2>Which platform will live-stream the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47?</h2>The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47 in India.<h2>Squads</h2>Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Danish Malewar, Robin Minz (wk), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Atharva Ankolekar, Raj Bawa, Corbin Bosch, Will Jacks, Mayank Rawat, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Tilak Varma, Ashwani Kumar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Chahar, AM Ghazanfar, Mayank Markande, Mohammad Izhar and Raghu Sharma&nbsp;Lucknow Super Giants: Rishabh Pant (C), Aiden Markram, Himmat Singh, Matthew Breetzke, Mukul Choudhary, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahamad, Arshin Kulkarni, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ayush Badoni, Mohammad Shami, Avesh Khan, M. Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Arjun Tendulkar, Anrich Nortje, Naman Tiwari, Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan

Ahead of the key IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming, head-to-head stats and other important details.

Mumbai Indians will host Lucknow Super Giants in match 47 of IPL 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday (May 4). MI have won two of their nine matches so far, while LSG have managed two victories from eight games. Both teams will be looking to return to winning ways after recent defeats. Ahead of the clash, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming details, head-to-head stats and other key information. What is the head-to-head record for the MI vs LSG clash in IPL history Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have clashed eight times in the Indian Premier League, with LSG winning six matches and MI claiming victory in two encounters. Also Read - Pressure or confidence? World champion wrestler Sujeet Kalkal on becoming No. 1 What is the venue for the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47? The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will be the venue for the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47. When will the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47? The MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47 will start at 7:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 p.m. IST. Also Read - IPL 2026: Can MI still qualify for playoffs after seven defeats? Check possible scenarios Which channel will broadcast the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47? The Star Sports Network will broadcast the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47 in India. Which platform will live-stream the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47? The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the MI vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.47 in India. Squads Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Danish Malewar, Robin Minz (wk), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Atharva Ankolekar, Raj Bawa, Corbin Bosch, Will Jacks, Mayank Rawat, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Tilak Varma, Ashwani Kumar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Chahar, AM Ghazanfar, Mayank Markande, Mohammad Izhar and Raghu Sharma Lucknow Super Giants: Rishabh Pant (C), Aiden Markram, Himmat Singh, Matthew Breetzke, Mukul Choudhary, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahamad, Arshin Kulkarni, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ayush Badoni, Mohammad Shami, Avesh Khan, M. Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Akash Singh, Prince Yadav, Arjun Tendulkar, Anrich Nortje, Naman Tiwari, Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan

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Mumbai Indians faced a heavy setback against Chennai Super Kings in their ninth match of Indian Premier League 2026 on Saturday (May 2), losing by eight wickets at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. After winning the toss, skipper Hardik Pandya chose to bat first, but MI managed only 159/7 in their 20 overs and were unable to defend the total. For the hosts, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (67*) and Kartik Sharma (54*) anchored the chase with unbeaten half-centuries.&nbsp;This loss marked MI’s seventh defeat of the season, leaving their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. A top-four finish now appears highly unlikely and even a perfect run in their remaining five matches would take them only to 14 points, often an insufficient tally for qualification in the expanded 10-team format.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-we-re-not-playing-our-best-cricket-jayawardene-after-mi-s-eight-wicket-loss-to-csk-1777788351653">'We're not playing our best cricket': Jayawardene after MI’s eight-wicket loss to CSK</a>&nbsp;In fact, across recent IPL seasons since expansion, just one team, Royal Challengers Bengaluru has reached the playoffs with 14 points and that too under unique circumstances.&nbsp;&nbsp;For MI to stay in contention, they must win all their remaining games and also rely on other results going their way, ensuring that no more than three teams end up on or above that points mark.&nbsp;Looking ahead, MI will next take on Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, on May 4 at Wankhede Stadium. A defeat in that match would officially eliminate them from the playoff race.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-squad-for-womens-t20-world-cup-2026-nandani-sharma-radha-yadav-recalled-amanjot-kaur-misses-out-1777727512068">Nandani Sharma, Yastika named in Indian Women's T20 World Cup squad; check team</a>&nbsp;Their 11th game is scheduled against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on May 10 at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium. RCB have already beaten MI once this season.&nbsp;In their final three league matches, MI will face Punjab Kings in Dharamsala (May 14), Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens (May 20) and Rajasthan Royals in Mumbai (May 24).

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians are on the brink of elimination from the IPL 2026 playoffs race after their seventh defeat in nine matches this season.

Mumbai Indians faced a heavy setback against Chennai Super Kings in their ninth match of Indian Premier League 2026 on Saturday (May 2), losing by eight wickets at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. After winning the toss, skipper Hardik Pandya chose to bat first, but MI managed only 159/7 in their 20 overs and were unable to defend the total. For the hosts, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (67*) and Kartik Sharma (54*) anchored the chase with unbeaten half-centuries. This loss marked MI’s seventh defeat of the season, leaving their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. A top-four finish now appears highly unlikely and even a perfect run in their remaining five matches would take them only to 14 points, often an insufficient tally for qualification in the expanded 10-team format. Also Read - 'We're not playing our best cricket': Jayawardene after MI’s eight-wicket loss to CSK In fact, across recent IPL seasons since expansion, just one team, Royal Challengers Bengaluru has reached the playoffs with 14 points and that too under unique circumstances. For MI to stay in contention, they must win all their remaining games and also rely on other results going their way, ensuring that no more than three teams end up on or above that points mark. Looking ahead, MI will next take on Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, on May 4 at Wankhede Stadium. A defeat in that match would officially eliminate them from the playoff race. Also Read - Nandani Sharma, Yastika named in Indian Women's T20 World Cup squad; check team Their 11th game is scheduled against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on May 10 at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium. RCB have already beaten MI once this season. In their final three league matches, MI will face Punjab Kings in Dharamsala (May 14), Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens (May 20) and Rajasthan Royals in Mumbai (May 24).

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians are on the brink of elimination from the IPL 2026 playoffs race after their seventh defeat in nine matches this season.

IPL 2026: Can MI still qualify for playoffs after seven defeats? Check possible scenarios

Mumbai Indians (MI) faced another setback in IPL 2026 on Saturday (May 2), losing to arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their ninth game of the season at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chepauk. Following the eight-wicket defeat, MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene admitted that the team has not been performing at its best. This also marked their second loss to CSK this season, having earlier suffered a heavy 103-run defeat at the Wankhede Stadium.&nbsp;Speaking at the post-match press conference, Jayawardene said MI were well-placed during the early part of their innings but failed to capitalise. He noted that the pitch was on the slower side and expected scoring to become tougher once the ball softened.&nbsp;However, the team lost momentum due to a series of untimely wickets, including a few avoidable dismissals, which put them under pressure.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-updated-points-table-csk-move-to-sixth-with-dominant-eight-wicket-victory-over-mi-1777780042424">IPL 2026 updated points table: CSK move to sixth with dominant eight-wicket victory over MI</a>&nbsp;He added that MI were in a position to reach a competitive total of around 180-190 but fell short due to setbacks at crucial moments.&nbsp;&nbsp;“I think probably the first 10 overs we were in place, what we wanted on that wicket, we felt it was a sluggish wicket, it would be slightly harder to score runs once the ball gets soft as well, so I think we lost our way. I mean, even at the front, the wickets we gave were a couple of soft ones, and especially we should have been a bit smarter in how we handled that,” said Mahela Jayawardene.&nbsp; "But we were definitely placed to get the par score which is 180-190 on this, and losing wickets in crucial times at batsman put us backwards and trying to get there, we were not there and the only way we could have come back into the game was like 2-3 early wickets, create some pressure, we had one, but they were sensible enough, they didn't have to take any risk, they batted well," he added.&nbsp;MI posted 159/7 after opting to bat first, powered by Naman Dhir's 57 and a brisk 37 from Ryan Rickelton. CSK's bowlers--led by Anshul Kamboj (Three wickets) and Noor Ahmad (Two wickets) -- restricted them, especially in the death overs. In reply, CSK lost Sanju Samson early to Jasprit Bumrah, while Urvil Patel added a quick 24, but it was captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (67*) and Kartik Sharma (54*) who anchored the innings with an unbeaten 98-run partnership to seal the win with 11 balls remaining.&nbsp;&nbsp;The victory took CSK to sixth place on the table with eight points from eight matches. Ruturaj Gaikwad won the Player of the Match award for his captain's knock. Talking about whether MI should change their top-order approach, the MI head coach said, “It all depends on different surfaces as well, how you go about it. I mean, you can't just go out and play, yes the percentage game is there depending on the surfaces that you're playing, it is favouring, but I think we do have the nucleus, we have the batters who could do the same thing as well, I mean getting 200 runs, 220, it can be achieved, but obviously not on this surface for sure."&nbsp;"Depending on that, we just have to play our best cricket, that's what I said, we're not playing our best cricket, so then it's easier to find so many things that are not right. But we need to understand that we do play some good cricket in bits and pieces, but we can't get a full game.”&nbsp;"Like in the last game we scored 240, but our bowlers weren't able to execute, and today batsmen started well, but then we didn't put runs on the board for our bowlers to have a crack at it, so we're not playing our best cricket at the moment." Jasprit Bumrah has taken only three wickets so far this season. With only five matches left for MI this season, it was expected that Bumrah might be rested from the rest of the games, and MI could come up with some other seamer to lead the attack. However, Jayawardene refrained from commenting on any possibility. "I think it's too early for me to say anything, I think we've still got five more games, I mean anything can happen for us, we just need to finish the tournament positively and see what happens, I mean there's a lot more cricket to be played, I don't think mathematically we're out from the tournament, so I'm going to fight and I'm sure the rest of the boys will do the same as well," Jayawardene concluded.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Mumbai Indians (MI) faced another setback in IPL 2026 on Saturday (May 2), losing to arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their ninth game of the season at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chepauk. Following the eight-wicket defeat, MI head coach Mahela Jayawardene admitted that the team has not been performing at its best. This also marked their second loss to CSK this season, having earlier suffered a heavy 103-run defeat at the Wankhede Stadium. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Jayawardene said MI were well-placed during the early part of their innings but failed to capitalise. He noted that the pitch was on the slower side and expected scoring to become tougher once the ball softened. However, the team lost momentum due to a series of untimely wickets, including a few avoidable dismissals, which put them under pressure. Also Read - IPL 2026 updated points table: CSK move to sixth with dominant eight-wicket victory over MI He added that MI were in a position to reach a competitive total of around 180-190 but fell short due to setbacks at crucial moments. “I think probably the first 10 overs we were in place, what we wanted on that wicket, we felt it was a sluggish wicket, it would be slightly harder to score runs once the ball gets soft as well, so I think we lost our way. I mean, even at the front, the wickets we gave were a couple of soft ones, and especially we should have been a bit smarter in how we handled that,” said Mahela Jayawardene. "But we were definitely placed to get the par score which is 180-190 on this, and losing wickets in crucial times at batsman put us backwards and trying to get there, we were not there and the only way we could have come back into the game was like 2-3 early wickets, create some pressure, we had one, but they were sensible enough, they didn't have to take any risk, they batted well," he added. MI posted 159/7 after opting to bat first, powered by Naman Dhir's 57 and a brisk 37 from Ryan Rickelton. CSK's bowlers--led by Anshul Kamboj (Three wickets) and Noor Ahmad (Two wickets) -- restricted them, especially in the death overs. In reply, CSK lost Sanju Samson early to Jasprit Bumrah, while Urvil Patel added a quick 24, but it was captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (67*) and Kartik Sharma (54*) who anchored the innings with an unbeaten 98-run partnership to seal the win with 11 balls remaining. The victory took CSK to sixth place on the table with eight points from eight matches. Ruturaj Gaikwad won the Player of the Match award for his captain's knock. Talking about whether MI should change their top-order approach, the MI head coach said, “It all depends on different surfaces as well, how you go about it. I mean, you can't just go out and play, yes the percentage game is there depending on the surfaces that you're playing, it is favouring, but I think we do have the nucleus, we have the batters who could do the same thing as well, I mean getting 200 runs, 220, it can be achieved, but obviously not on this surface for sure." "Depending on that, we just have to play our best cricket, that's what I said, we're not playing our best cricket, so then it's easier to find so many things that are not right. But we need to understand that we do play some good cricket in bits and pieces, but we can't get a full game.” "Like in the last game we scored 240, but our bowlers weren't able to execute, and today batsmen started well, but then we didn't put runs on the board for our bowlers to have a crack at it, so we're not playing our best cricket at the moment." Jasprit Bumrah has taken only three wickets so far this season. With only five matches left for MI this season, it was expected that Bumrah might be rested from the rest of the games, and MI could come up with some other seamer to lead the attack. However, Jayawardene refrained from commenting on any possibility. "I think it's too early for me to say anything, I think we've still got five more games, I mean anything can happen for us, we just need to finish the tournament positively and see what happens, I mean there's a lot more cricket to be played, I don't think mathematically we're out from the tournament, so I'm going to fight and I'm sure the rest of the boys will do the same as well," Jayawardene concluded. With inputs from agencies

'We're not playing our best cricket': Jayawardene after MI’s eight-wicket loss to CSK

Chennai Super Kings comfortably chased down a 160-run target in just 18.1 overs on Saturday (May 2), sealing an impressive eight-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in front of their home crowd. The win lifted CSK to eight points in IPL 2026, moving them up to sixth place in the standings. In contrast, Mumbai Indians slipped to the bottom of the table at 10th, with only four points from nine games.&nbsp;This loss has dealt a major blow to MI’s playoff hopes. Even if they manage to win their remaining five matches, they would end up with 14 points, an outcome that may still not guarantee a spot in the top four.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-csk-and-mi-check-result-1777779246506">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between CSK and MI? check result</a><h2>IPL 2026 points table after CSK vs MI</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>P</td><td>Team</td><td>M</td><td>W</td><td>L</td><td>NR</td><td>PTS</td><td>NRR</td></tr><tr><td>1.</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>8</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>13</td><td>1.043</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>1.420</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.832</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>10</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.510</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>9</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>-0.192</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Chennai Super Kings</td><td>9</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>0.005</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>9</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>-0.895</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>5</td><td>-0.751</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Mumbai Indians</td><td>9</td><td>2</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-0.803</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-1.106</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h3>Orange Cap standings</h3>KL Rahul leads the run charts in IPL 2026 with 433 runs in nine matches for Delhi Capitals. Close behind is Abhishek Sharma of Sunrisers Hyderabad, who has scored 425 runs. His teammate Heinrich Klaasen sits third with 414 runs.&nbsp;Rajasthan Royals’ teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi occupies fourth place with 404 runs. Virat Kohli rounds out the top five, having scored 379 runs for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-will-take-action-bcci-secretary-devajit-saikia-warns-teams-against-violating-ipl-norms-rajasthan-royals-romi-bhinder-riyan-parag-vaping-1777734511450"> BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia warns teams against violating IPL norm</a>s<h2>Purple Cap standings</h2>Bhuvneshwar Kumar is currently the leading wicket-taker with 17 scalps in nine matches for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Anshul Kamboj of Chennai Super Kings also has 17 wickets, including figures of 3/32 against Mumbai, but ranks second due to a slightly higher economy rate.&nbsp;Jofra Archer holds third place with 15 wickets for Rajasthan Royals, while Eshan Malinga of Sunrisers Hyderabad also has 15 wickets. Kagiso Rabada follows in fifth with 14 wickets for Gujarat Titans, ahead of Prince Yadav (13) and Prasidh Krishna (12).&nbsp;Looking ahead, Sunday (May 3) features two matches, Sunrisers Hyderabad take on Kolkata Knight Riders in the afternoon at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, followed by an evening clash between Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium.

Chennai Super Kings chased down 160 in 18.1 overs against Mumbai Indians on Saturday (May 2) to register their fourth win of IPL 2026.

Chennai Super Kings comfortably chased down a 160-run target in just 18.1 overs on Saturday (May 2), sealing an impressive eight-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in front of their home crowd. The win lifted CSK to eight points in IPL 2026, moving them up to sixth place in the standings. In contrast, Mumbai Indians slipped to the bottom of the table at 10th, with only four points from nine games. This loss has dealt a major blow to MI’s playoff hopes. Even if they manage to win their remaining five matches, they would end up with 14 points, an outcome that may still not guarantee a spot in the top four. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between CSK and MI? check result IPL 2026 points table after CSK vs MI

Chennai Super Kings chased down 160 in 18.1 overs against Mumbai Indians on Saturday (May 2) to register their fourth win of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026 updated points table: CSK move to sixth with dominant eight-wicket victory over MI

Chennai Super Kings secured a comfortable eight-wicket win over long-time rivals Mumbai Indians at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday (May 2), marking their second victory over the five-time champions this IPL season. After restricting MI to 159/7, CSK chased down the target with ease, powered by half-centuries from captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and rising talent Kartik Sharma, finishing the job with 11 balls to spare.&nbsp;Led by Hardik Pandya, Mumbai, chose to bat first after winning the toss but suffered an early setback when Will Jacks was dismissed for just one run. Ryan Rickleton and Naman Dhir then steadied the innings with a 58-run partnership, before Rickleton was dismissed for 37 by Noor Ahmed shortly after the powerplay.&nbsp;Ghosh &nbsp;impressed everyone by claiming his maiden wicket, removing Suryakumar Yadav for 21, while Noor struck again to dismiss Tilak Varma for five. Naman Dhir held the innings, reaching his second fifty of the season, but was eventually tricked by a slower delivery from Jamie Overton, with Sarfaraz Khan taking a stunning catch.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-gaikwad-kartik-fifties-power-csk-to-eight-wicket-win-over-mi-1777746697888">IPL 2026: Gaikwad, Kartik fifties power CSK to eight-wicket win over MI</a>&nbsp;Kamboj returned to wrap up the innings, dismissing both Robin Minz and Pandya, finishing with three wickets as Mumbai ended on 159/7.&nbsp;In chasing, Chennai began with Sanju Samson and Gaikwad, but Samson fell early for 11 to Jasprit Bumrah. Urvil Patel added a quick-fire 24 before being bowled by Allah Ghazanfar. From there, Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma built a steady partnership, guiding the team past the 100-run mark shortly after the halfway stage.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-squad-for-womens-t20-world-cup-2026-nandani-sharma-radha-yadav-recalled-amanjot-kaur-misses-out-1777727512068">Nandani Sharma, Yastika named in Indian Women's T20 World Cup squad; check team</a>&nbsp;Gaikwad recorded his second consecutive half-century with a brilliant innings, while Kartik matched him with a fluent knock and the duo paced the chase perfectly, maintaining control throughout and ensuring there was no pressure from the required rate.&nbsp;Gaikwad remained unbeaten on 67 off 48 balls and Kartik Sharma finished on 54 not out from 40 deliveries, sealing a convincing win for Chennai with eight wickets in hand.

Chennai Super Kings secured a comfortable eight-wicket win over long-time rivals Mumbai Indians at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday (May 2), marking their second victory over the five-time champions this IPL season. After restricting MI to 159/7, CSK chased down the target with ease, powered by half-centuries from captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and rising talent Kartik Sharma, finishing the job with 11 balls to spare. Led by Hardik Pandya, Mumbai, chose to bat first after winning the toss but suffered an early setback when Will Jacks was dismissed for just one run. Ryan Rickleton and Naman Dhir then steadied the innings with a 58-run partnership, before Rickleton was dismissed for 37 by Noor Ahmed shortly after the powerplay. Ghosh impressed everyone by claiming his maiden wicket, removing Suryakumar Yadav for 21, while Noor struck again to dismiss Tilak Varma for five. Naman Dhir held the innings, reaching his second fifty of the season, but was eventually tricked by a slower delivery from Jamie Overton, with Sarfaraz Khan taking a stunning catch. Also Read - IPL 2026: Gaikwad, Kartik fifties power CSK to eight-wicket win over MI Kamboj returned to wrap up the innings, dismissing both Robin Minz and Pandya, finishing with three wickets as Mumbai ended on 159/7. In chasing, Chennai began with Sanju Samson and Gaikwad, but Samson fell early for 11 to Jasprit Bumrah. Urvil Patel added a quick-fire 24 before being bowled by Allah Ghazanfar. From there, Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma built a steady partnership, guiding the team past the 100-run mark shortly after the halfway stage. Also Read - Nandani Sharma, Yastika named in Indian Women's T20 World Cup squad; check team Gaikwad recorded his second consecutive half-century with a brilliant innings, while Kartik matched him with a fluent knock and the duo paced the chase perfectly, maintaining control throughout and ensuring there was no pressure from the required rate. Gaikwad remained unbeaten on 67 off 48 balls and Kartik Sharma finished on 54 not out from 40 deliveries, sealing a convincing win for Chennai with eight wickets in hand.

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between CSK and MI? check result

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a comfortable eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday (May 2). Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma led the chase brilliantly, both scoring unbeaten half-centuries to guide CSK to a target of 160. Gaikwad remained not out on 67 off 48 balls, while Kartik contributed an unbeaten 54 off 40 deliveries, helping the hosts seal the victory with 11 balls to spare. Earlier, Mumbai Indians posted 159/7 in their 20 overs, with Naman Dhir top-scored with 57.&nbsp;The run chase got off to an slow start as MI’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah struck early. In-form Sanju Samson was dismissed for 11 off nine balls in the second over, briefly quietening the Chepauk crowd.&nbsp;Urvil Patel then steadied the innings with a quickfire 24 off just 12 balls, taking on the MI bowlers with a flurry of boundaries and pushing CSK past the 50-run mark inside the powerplay. However, his attacking approach led to his dismissal in the sixth over when Allah Ghazanfar cleaned him up, leaving CSK at 62/2.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-was-alex-zanardi-italy-racing-icon-f1-cart-championship-paralympic-hero-dies-aged-59-family-1777718356425">Alex Zanardi, Italy’s racing icon and paralympic hero, dies aged 59: Family</a>&nbsp;From there, Gaikwad steadied the innings, combining composure with smart strokeplay. Alongside Kartik Sharma, he rotated the strike effectively and capitalised on loose deliveries, ensuring CSK stayed firmly on course for the win.&nbsp;Gaikwad reached his second consecutive half-century of the tournament in the 14th over, brought up with a single off Ghazanfar, followed by a crisp boundary to end the over. His 50 came off just 34 balls, providing the backbone for what became a very comfortable chase. Kartik, on the other hand, brought up his fifty in 39 balls. Both Gaikwad and Kartik remained not out and stitched together a 98-run partnership, guiding the team home for their fourth victory of the IPL 2026 season. For MI, Jasprit Bumrah (1/20 in 3 overs) and Allah Ghazanfar (1/40 in 4 overs) were the only wicket-takers. CSK moved to the sixth spot in the IPL 2026 points table with the win. They now have eight points in as many matches. Earlier, MI opted to bat first but had a shaky start against Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk. The openers struggled to get going as CSK's bowlers kept things tight in the powerplay. Mukesh Choudhary and Anshul Kamboj were on the money in the first two overs, and the latter also accounted for Will Jacks. Jacks fell early for just 1 off 5 balls, putting MI under immediate pressure at the top. Ryan Rickelton provided some early momentum with a counter-attacking 37 off 24 balls, hitting five sixes to push the scoring rate. MI counterattacked and ended up scoring 57 runs in the power play as they hit 7 sixes. The pair stitched together a brisk 50+ stand for the second wicket and laid the platform nicely. Naman Dhir got a reprieve on 19 in the 7th over off Noor Ahmad, but Rickelton fell to him in the same over, bringing Suryakumar Yadav on the crease. The middle order saw some resistance from Dhir, who played a crucial knock. His approach helped stabilise the innings after early setbacks. Yadav was off to a good start but was once again sent back to the pavilion by Ramakrishna Ghosh for 21 in the 11th over, bringing Tilak Varma to the crease. Varma stayed steady, playing a supporting role at the other end, while Dhir took MI's innings forward. Mumbai Indians stood at 106/3 in 12 overs, with Dhir anchoring the innings. While the run rate remained healthy at over 8 per over. However, in the following over, Noor got the better of Varma, for 5, who was struggling to put bat on ball, and Hardik Pandya joined Dhir in the middle. As MI was looking to shift gears, Jamie Overton, after being smashed for a six, removed Dhir for a well-made 57, bringing Robin Minz to the crease. Minz's stay at the crease was also very short as Anshul Kamboj cleaned him up in the following over for 5. MI lost their track in the back end as they only managed to score 39 runs in the final five overs, finishing on 159/7. Kamboj once again led the charge with the ball for CSK, claiming three wickets, while Ahmad picked up two, and Ramakrishna Ghosh and Jamie Overton chipped in with a wicket apiece.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

CSK restricted MI to 159, with Anshul Kamboj picking up three wickets, before skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma struck half-centuries to seal the chase with 11 balls remaining.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a comfortable eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday (May 2). Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma led the chase brilliantly, both scoring unbeaten half-centuries to guide CSK to a target of 160. Gaikwad remained not out on 67 off 48 balls, while Kartik contributed an unbeaten 54 off 40 deliveries, helping the hosts seal the victory with 11 balls to spare. Earlier, Mumbai Indians posted 159/7 in their 20 overs, with Naman Dhir top-scored with 57. The run chase got off to an slow start as MI’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah struck early. In-form Sanju Samson was dismissed for 11 off nine balls in the second over, briefly quietening the Chepauk crowd. Urvil Patel then steadied the innings with a quickfire 24 off just 12 balls, taking on the MI bowlers with a flurry of boundaries and pushing CSK past the 50-run mark inside the powerplay. However, his attacking approach led to his dismissal in the sixth over when Allah Ghazanfar cleaned him up, leaving CSK at 62/2. Also Read - Alex Zanardi, Italy’s racing icon and paralympic hero, dies aged 59: Family From there, Gaikwad steadied the innings, combining composure with smart strokeplay. Alongside Kartik Sharma, he rotated the strike effectively and capitalised on loose deliveries, ensuring CSK stayed firmly on course for the win. Gaikwad reached his second consecutive half-century of the tournament in the 14th over, brought up with a single off Ghazanfar, followed by a crisp boundary to end the over. His 50 came off just 34 balls, providing the backbone for what became a very comfortable chase. Kartik, on the other hand, brought up his fifty in 39 balls. Both Gaikwad and Kartik remained not out and stitched together a 98-run partnership, guiding the team home for their fourth victory of the IPL 2026 season. For MI, Jasprit Bumrah (1/20 in 3 overs) and Allah Ghazanfar (1/40 in 4 overs) were the only wicket-takers. CSK moved to the sixth spot in the IPL 2026 points table with the win. They now have eight points in as many matches. Earlier, MI opted to bat first but had a shaky start against Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk. The openers struggled to get going as CSK's bowlers kept things tight in the powerplay. Mukesh Choudhary and Anshul Kamboj were on the money in the first two overs, and the latter also accounted for Will Jacks. Jacks fell early for just 1 off 5 balls, putting MI under immediate pressure at the top. Ryan Rickelton provided some early momentum with a counter-attacking 37 off 24 balls, hitting five sixes to push the scoring rate. MI counterattacked and ended up scoring 57 runs in the power play as they hit 7 sixes. The pair stitched together a brisk 50+ stand for the second wicket and laid the platform nicely. Naman Dhir got a reprieve on 19 in the 7th over off Noor Ahmad, but Rickelton fell to him in the same over, bringing Suryakumar Yadav on the crease. The middle order saw some resistance from Dhir, who played a crucial knock. His approach helped stabilise the innings after early setbacks. Yadav was off to a good start but was once again sent back to the pavilion by Ramakrishna Ghosh for 21 in the 11th over, bringing Tilak Varma to the crease. Varma stayed steady, playing a supporting role at the other end, while Dhir took MI's innings forward. Mumbai Indians stood at 106/3 in 12 overs, with Dhir anchoring the innings. While the run rate remained healthy at over 8 per over. However, in the following over, Noor got the better of Varma, for 5, who was struggling to put bat on ball, and Hardik Pandya joined Dhir in the middle. As MI was looking to shift gears, Jamie Overton, after being smashed for a six, removed Dhir for a well-made 57, bringing Robin Minz to the crease. Minz's stay at the crease was also very short as Anshul Kamboj cleaned him up in the following over for 5. MI lost their track in the back end as they only managed to score 39 runs in the final five overs, finishing on 159/7. Kamboj once again led the charge with the ball for CSK, claiming three wickets, while Ahmad picked up two, and Ramakrishna Ghosh and Jamie Overton chipped in with a wicket apiece. With inputs from agencies

CSK restricted MI to 159, with Anshul Kamboj picking up three wickets, before skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and Kartik Sharma struck half-centuries to seal the chase with 11 balls remaining.

IPL 2026: Gaikwad, Kartik fifties power CSK to eight-wicket win over MI

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has warned of action against IPL teams violating IPL norms this season. Following reports that the Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural champions, have breached norms twice, the Indian Cricket Board vows to take some action against those guilty. Initially, RR’s team manager, Romi Bhinder, was found guilty of using a mobile phone midway through the team’s league game; subsequently, the team captain, Riyan Parag, was found vaping inside the team’s dressing room during the run chase against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Mullanpur.&nbsp;While the BCCI penalised Bhinder INR 1 lakh for breaking rules, they fined RR captain Parag 25 per cent of his match fees for smoking within the stadium’s premises.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-could-not-execute-plans-with-ball-coach-vikram-rathour-after-rr-loss-to-dc-1777700572297">IPL 2026 | 'Could not execute plans with ball': Coach Vikram Rathour after RR loss to DC</a> &nbsp;"We are exploring some other options about how to bring the teams which are violating the norms," Saikia said on the sidelines of India's squad announcement for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in Mumbai. "We will be taking some action. We are looking at the various terms and conditions and protocols of IPL [around] how the teams behave." &nbsp;Saikia said it’s not about a player or a team, as the tournament’s decorum must be maintained, and to ensure that, those guilty must be fined. &nbsp;"It is not just players or officials," Saikia said. "As a team, they have to maintain some decorum so that the image of the IPL is never adversely affected. To ensure that we have to take a call, and we will be taking some action." &nbsp;Meanwhile, RR head coach Kumar Sangakkara recently said that those issues were addressed with the BCCI and within the Royals group, vowing that ‘they always try to have a very positive team culture’ in the team.&nbsp; &nbsp;As things stand, RR is fourth on the points table with six wins and four losses in 10 contested matches, having 12 points. With four league games remaining, they have a chance of acquiring the required points to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia warns of "stringent action" against IPL teams following protocol breaches by Rajasthan Royals. After Riyan Parag and Romi Bhinder were fined for code of conduct violations, the board is reviewing IPL terms to protect the league's image. Get the full details here.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has warned of action against IPL teams violating IPL norms this season. Following reports that the Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural champions, have breached norms twice, the Indian Cricket Board vows to take some action against those guilty. Initially, RR’s team manager, Romi Bhinder, was found guilty of using a mobile phone midway through the team’s league game; subsequently, the team captain, Riyan Parag, was found vaping inside the team’s dressing room during the run chase against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Mullanpur. While the BCCI penalised Bhinder INR 1 lakh for breaking rules, they fined RR captain Parag 25 per cent of his match fees for smoking within the stadium’s premises. Also read | IPL 2026 | 'Could not execute plans with ball': Coach Vikram Rathour after RR loss to DC "We are exploring some other options about how to bring the teams which are violating the norms," Saikia said on the sidelines of India's squad announcement for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 in Mumbai. "We will be taking some action. We are looking at the various terms and conditions and protocols of IPL [around] how the teams behave." Saikia said it’s not about a player or a team, as the tournament’s decorum must be maintained, and to ensure that, those guilty must be fined. "It is not just players or officials," Saikia said. "As a team, they have to maintain some decorum so that the image of the IPL is never adversely affected. To ensure that we have to take a call, and we will be taking some action." Meanwhile, RR head coach Kumar Sangakkara recently said that those issues were addressed with the BCCI and within the Royals group, vowing that ‘they always try to have a very positive team culture’ in the team. As things stand, RR is fourth on the points table with six wins and four losses in 10 contested matches, having 12 points. With four league games remaining, they have a chance of acquiring the required points to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia warns of "stringent action" against IPL teams following protocol breaches by Rajasthan Royals. After Riyan Parag and Romi Bhinder were fined for code of conduct violations, the board is reviewing IPL terms to protect the league's image. Get the full details here.

‘We Will Take Action’: BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia warns teams against violating IPL norms

There are no signs of cricket veterans MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma as their respective IPL teams get ready for another marquee clash in IPL 2026. Mumbai captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first, surprisingly so, given that the chasing team has won all four matches this season thus far. While Mumbai made one change, bringing in uncapped Raghu Sharma, with Krish Bhagat replacing Ashwani, hosts Chennai Super Kings made several changes, picking up bowling all-rounder Ramakrishna Ghosh (for Gurjapneet) and Prashant Veer in for overseas all-rounder Akeal Hossain.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 TOSS 🚨<a href="https://twitter.com/mipaltan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mipaltan</a> have won the toss and will bat first against <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChennaiIPL</a> Updates ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/VVAjldiiC0">https://t.co/VVAjldiiC0</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TATAIPL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TATAIPL</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KhelBindaas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KhelBindaas</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSKvMI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSKvMI</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ad8xV5Adku">pic.twitter.com/Ad8xV5Adku</a>&mdash; IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/IPL/status/2050571440450343213?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Check out the two teams</h3>CSK XI vs MI - Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Urvil Patel, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Jamie Overton, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Mukesh Choudhary&nbsp;MI XI vs CSK – Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Naman Dhir, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya(c), Robin Minz, Trent Boult, Krish Bhagat, Jasprit Bumrah, AM Ghazanfar<h3>Here’s what the two captains said,</h3>&nbsp;Mumbai captain, Pandya – “During (T20) World Cup, we played Zim here. After last game, we think we need to give batters the chance to play freely. Have to play our best cricket in a must-win situation. Mood has been good, it's been challenging. Lots to play far. Give the best chance to qualify and play for pride. Just need to play good cricket overall. We've lost games in 2-3 overs. Shouldn't drop half-chances, create half-chances. One debut - leggie Raghu plays for us. Krish comes back for Ashwani.”&nbsp;Chennai captain, Gaikwad – “We were looking to bat but wicket looks good. Bit dry, don't think it'll change. Last game was difficult; we recovered well after losing early wickets. The message is to keep it simple... Couple of changes: Ghosh comes in for Gurjapneet, Prashant Veer comes in for Akeal.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma continue to recover from their respective injuries. Dhoni is out with a calf injury and Rohit with a hamstring injury.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Huge blow for fans at Chepauk as MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma miss the marquee CSK vs MI clash! Hardik Pandya wins the toss and elects to bat first in Chennai. Get the confirmed Playing XIs, team sheets, and latest injury updates for this IPL 2026 blockbuster.

There are no signs of cricket veterans MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma as their respective IPL teams get ready for another marquee clash in IPL 2026. Mumbai captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first, surprisingly so, given that the chasing team has won all four matches this season thus far. While Mumbai made one change, bringing in uncapped Raghu Sharma, with Krish Bhagat replacing Ashwani, hosts Chennai Super Kings made several changes, picking up bowling all-rounder Ramakrishna Ghosh (for Gurjapneet) and Prashant Veer in for overseas all-rounder Akeal Hossain.

Huge blow for fans at Chepauk as MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma miss the marquee CSK vs MI clash! Hardik Pandya wins the toss and elects to bat first in Chennai. Get the confirmed Playing XIs, team sheets, and latest injury updates for this IPL 2026 blockbuster.

IPL 2026: No MS Dhoni for CSK, Rohit for MI as Pandya elects to bat first at Chepauk; check team sheets

The Indian squad for the forthcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has been announced, with all-rounder Radha Yadav and uncapped seamer Nandani Sharma, Yastika named in Indian Women's T20 World Cup squad; check team receiving call-ups, while Yastika Bhatia has also been included in the final 15-member squad. These three players were not part of India’s T20I side, which recently surrendered the five-match T20Is (1-4) against South Africa. Another all-rounder, Amanjot Kaur, who missed the tour with a back injury, hasn’t been picked. At the same time, Kashvee Gautam, who replaced Amanjot during the South Africa series, was also overlooked after sustaining a knee injury.&nbsp;In the presence of team captain Harmanpreet Kaur during a presser in Mumbai, chief selector Amita Sharma confirmed that Gautam suffered a knee injury and was thus unavailable for selection. Meanwhile, Harman revealed that Amanjot shall remain out of action for four to five months.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-srh-ropes-in-rs-ambrish-as-shivam-mavi-s-replacement-1777638319005">IPL 2026: SRH ropes in RS Ambrish as Shivam Mavi’s replacement</a> &nbsp;However, the absence of the two all-rounders forced the selectors to recall Radha Yadav, who last toured England for the bilateral series last summer, but had been dropped after that. Her return also cancelled Anushka Sharma and Uma Chetry’s chances of earning a maiden T20 World Cup call-up. &nbsp;The same T20 World Cup squad will also play three bilateral T20Is against England at the end of May (28, 30 and June 1).<h3>India squad for Women's T20 World Cup -</h3>Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana (vice-captain), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Shreyanka Patil, Bharti Fulmali, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nandani Sharma and Radha Yadav

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The wait is over! ⌛ 🚨 Presenting <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a>’s squad for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 🇮🇳 Let&#39;s bring out the cheers for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WomenInBlue?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WomenInBlue</a> 🤩<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/vZTGtqeTZL">pic.twitter.com/vZTGtqeTZL</a>&mdash; BCCI Women (@BCCIWomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCIWomen/status/2050540769543684115?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Team India’s T20 World Cup campaign –</h3>Team India will begin their T20 World Cup campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on June 14 in Birmingham. India is placed in Group 1 with Pakistan, the Netherlands (June 17), South Africa (June 21), Bangladesh (June 25), and Australia (June 28), while the other group consists of England, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Scotland, the West Indies, and New Zealand. &nbsp;The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semifinals to be played at the Kia Oval on June 30 and July 2, with the final set for July 5 at Lord’s.&nbsp;

India has announced its 15-member squad for the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup. Uncapped seamer Nandani Sharma earns a surprise call-up while Radha Yadav returns as Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam miss out due to injuries. See the full squad and India's road to the final at Lord's here.

The Indian squad for the forthcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has been announced, with all-rounder Radha Yadav and uncapped seamer Nandani Sharma, Yastika named in Indian Women's T20 World Cup squad; check team receiving call-ups, while Yastika Bhatia has also been included in the final 15-member squad. These three players were not part of India’s T20I side, which recently surrendered the five-match T20Is (1-4) against South Africa. Another all-rounder, Amanjot Kaur, who missed the tour with a back injury, hasn’t been picked. At the same time, Kashvee Gautam, who replaced Amanjot during the South Africa series, was also overlooked after sustaining a knee injury. In the presence of team captain Harmanpreet Kaur during a presser in Mumbai, chief selector Amita Sharma confirmed that Gautam suffered a knee injury and was thus unavailable for selection. Meanwhile, Harman revealed that Amanjot shall remain out of action for four to five months. Also read | IPL 2026: SRH ropes in RS Ambrish as Shivam Mavi’s replacement However, the absence of the two all-rounders forced the selectors to recall Radha Yadav, who last toured England for the bilateral series last summer, but had been dropped after that. Her return also cancelled Anushka Sharma and Uma Chetry’s chances of earning a maiden T20 World Cup call-up. The same T20 World Cup squad will also play three bilateral T20Is against England at the end of May (28, 30 and June 1). India squad for Women's T20 World Cup - Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana (vice-captain), Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Shreyanka Patil, Bharti Fulmali, Yastika Bhatia (wk), Nandani Sharma and Radha Yadav

India has announced its 15-member squad for the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup. Uncapped seamer Nandani Sharma earns a surprise call-up while Radha Yadav returns as Amanjot Kaur and Kashvee Gautam miss out due to injuries. See the full squad and India's road to the final at Lord's here.

India’s Squad for Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Nandani Sharma, Radha Yadav recalled; Amanjot Kaur misses out

Every time CSK plays an IPL 2026 game, everyone wonders whether MS Dhoni will be back in action. And although he continues to recover from the calf injury he sustained ahead of the season, Dhoni makes headlines every time his IPL franchise is in action. The whole cycle continues as CSK hosts old-foes Mumbai Indians on Saturday evening (May 2), with all eyes on Dhoni’s anticipated comeback to the cricket field. But is he fit? Will he play against Mumbai? His former IPL and India teammate Ravichandran Ashwin predicts the wait might continue.&nbsp;CSK has played eight matches so far, winning three and losing the remaining five, while sitting in seventh spot on the points table. With plenty at stake and to fight for, importantly in Dhoni’s absence, they take on the Mumbai Indians in Chennai. MS Dhoni’s side, however, won the previous contest between the two almost a week earlier in Wankhede in a lop-sided tie, aiming to do a double on the visitors. &nbsp;While the onus is also on Rohit Sharma’s fitness, who has missed a few games due to an injury, Dhoni will keep hogging all attention as the toss time approaches. Speaking on his YouTube channel about their chances of attaining full fitness and playing Saturday’s marquee clash, Ashwin said, &nbsp;“I don’t know about Rohit Sharma, but Dhoni won’t play 100 per cent, I don’t think so. He can surprise as well because he’s that kind of guy, but I don’t think Dhoni will play.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-will-ms-dhoni-and-rohit-sharma-play-csk-vs-mi-clash-coaches-share-update-1777697469727">IPL 2026: Will MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma play CSK vs MI clash? Coaches share update</a>&nbsp;“I think Rohit will also not play, but it is a good chance for Suryakumar Yadav to come back in form because he’ll not get a better wicket for batting,” Ashwin remarked. &nbsp;Earlier, CSK batting coach Michael Hussey also commented on Dhoni’s potential comeback to the playing XI for the remainder of this season, saying MS came very close to being 100 per cent but decided against taking up a youngster’s spot as the team looks like maintaining the winning combination in the quest for a playoff spot.<h3>Ashwin backs Sarfaraz at three</h3>Sarfaraz has shown glimpses of form during his brief stays thus far this tournament, but a lack of clarity on his batting position and role has restricted him from opening his arms and scoring runs at will. With no Aayush Mhatre at three, CSK are yet to finalise his replacement for that spot. &nbsp;“I am saying just one thing, Chennai should lock Sarfaraz Khan to No. 3. Don’t keep him in impact because he has been your best batter this season apart from Sanju Samson. So, fix him at No. 3,” Ashwin continued. &nbsp;Meanwhile, should Mumbai lose this away fixture against Chennai, their chances of qualifying for the playoffs would be all but over.&nbsp;

Will MS Dhoni play against Mumbai Indians? As CSK hosts MI on May 2, Ravichandran Ashwin shares a major injury update on Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. Plus, why Ashwin believes Sarfaraz Khan is the key to Chennai's playoff hopes. Get the latest IPL 2026 team news here.

Every time CSK plays an IPL 2026 game, everyone wonders whether MS Dhoni will be back in action. And although he continues to recover from the calf injury he sustained ahead of the season, Dhoni makes headlines every time his IPL franchise is in action. The whole cycle continues as CSK hosts old-foes Mumbai Indians on Saturday evening (May 2), with all eyes on Dhoni’s anticipated comeback to the cricket field. But is he fit? Will he play against Mumbai? His former IPL and India teammate Ravichandran Ashwin predicts the wait might continue. CSK has played eight matches so far, winning three and losing the remaining five, while sitting in seventh spot on the points table. With plenty at stake and to fight for, importantly in Dhoni’s absence, they take on the Mumbai Indians in Chennai. MS Dhoni’s side, however, won the previous contest between the two almost a week earlier in Wankhede in a lop-sided tie, aiming to do a double on the visitors. While the onus is also on Rohit Sharma’s fitness, who has missed a few games due to an injury, Dhoni will keep hogging all attention as the toss time approaches. Speaking on his YouTube channel about their chances of attaining full fitness and playing Saturday’s marquee clash, Ashwin said, “I don’t know about Rohit Sharma, but Dhoni won’t play 100 per cent, I don’t think so. He can surprise as well because he’s that kind of guy, but I don’t think Dhoni will play. Also read | IPL 2026: Will MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma play CSK vs MI clash? Coaches share update “I think Rohit will also not play, but it is a good chance for Suryakumar Yadav to come back in form because he’ll not get a better wicket for batting,” Ashwin remarked. Earlier, CSK batting coach Michael Hussey also commented on Dhoni’s potential comeback to the playing XI for the remainder of this season, saying MS came very close to being 100 per cent but decided against taking up a youngster’s spot as the team looks like maintaining the winning combination in the quest for a playoff spot. Ashwin backs Sarfaraz at three Sarfaraz has shown glimpses of form during his brief stays thus far this tournament, but a lack of clarity on his batting position and role has restricted him from opening his arms and scoring runs at will. With no Aayush Mhatre at three, CSK are yet to finalise his replacement for that spot. “I am saying just one thing, Chennai should lock Sarfaraz Khan to No. 3. Don’t keep him in impact because he has been your best batter this season apart from Sanju Samson. So, fix him at No. 3,” Ashwin continued. Meanwhile, should Mumbai lose this away fixture against Chennai, their chances of qualifying for the playoffs would be all but over.

Will MS Dhoni play against Mumbai Indians? As CSK hosts MI on May 2, Ravichandran Ashwin shares a major injury update on Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. Plus, why Ashwin believes Sarfaraz Khan is the key to Chennai's playoff hopes. Get the latest IPL 2026 team news here.

Will MS Dhoni play against Mumbai Indians? Ex-CSK teammate drops prediction, says ‘…100 per cent’

Fans are eagerly awaiting clarity on the availability of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma as Chennai Super Kings prepare to face Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League 2026 clash at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday (May 1). Ahead of the fixture, both camps shared key updates regarding their star players.<h2>Rohit Sharma update</h2>Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene revealed that Rohit Sharma is recovering steadily from a hamstring injury. He noted that the opener, who has played just four matches this season, returned to batting practice in Chennai on Friday after missing the previous four games.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, a final decision on his participation will depend on daily assessments by the medical staff, who are closely monitoring how his body responds to training.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-updated-points-table-dc-climb-to-sixth-rr-hold-fourth-spot-1777694201767">IPL 2026 updated points table: DC climb to sixth, RR hold fourth spot</a>&nbsp;“It’s progressed well. He’s working really hard to get back at it. For us, with the medical team, it’s on a daily basis."&nbsp;“We see how he feels, how he pulls up the next day. So we’ll make a decision. We’ll see him practising today as well. So let’s see how he feels tomorrow and what the medical team will tell us," Jayawardene said in the pre-match press conference.<h2>MS Dhoni’s comeback timeline</h2>Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey provided an encouraging update on Dhoni’s recovery from a calf injury. The former CSK captain has been out for three weeks after picking up the issue before the season began. Hussey indicated that Dhoni has been improving, particularly in his running between the wickets.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-rr-and-dc-check-result-1777692688504">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between RR and DC? check result</a>&nbsp;“Hopefully he’ll be back as soon as possible. I don’t know if it’s tomorrow or it’s maybe the next match after that, but he’s progressing really well. I know he’s been upping his running speeds and that was probably the sticking point. I think we’re very confident from a skill perspective with his batting and his wicketkeeping."&nbsp;“But it was just making sure that he could maintain good running power, particularly towards the back end of an inning where he’s going to have to scan for those ones and twos. So as soon as he’s got the confidence in his calf, then I’m sure he’ll give it the tick to ready to go," Hussey said in the pre-match press conference.&nbsp;With inputs from Agencies

Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are working to regain fitness ahead of the IPL 2026 CSK vs MI clash, as both teams set to take a late call on their availability.

Fans are eagerly awaiting clarity on the availability of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma as Chennai Super Kings prepare to face Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League 2026 clash at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday (May 1). Ahead of the fixture, both camps shared key updates regarding their star players. Rohit Sharma update Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene revealed that Rohit Sharma is recovering steadily from a hamstring injury. He noted that the opener, who has played just four matches this season, returned to batting practice in Chennai on Friday after missing the previous four games. However, a final decision on his participation will depend on daily assessments by the medical staff, who are closely monitoring how his body responds to training. Also Read - IPL 2026 updated points table: DC climb to sixth, RR hold fourth spot “It’s progressed well. He’s working really hard to get back at it. For us, with the medical team, it’s on a daily basis." “We see how he feels, how he pulls up the next day. So we’ll make a decision. We’ll see him practising today as well. So let’s see how he feels tomorrow and what the medical team will tell us," Jayawardene said in the pre-match press conference. MS Dhoni’s comeback timeline Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey provided an encouraging update on Dhoni’s recovery from a calf injury. The former CSK captain has been out for three weeks after picking up the issue before the season began. Hussey indicated that Dhoni has been improving, particularly in his running between the wickets. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between RR and DC? check result “Hopefully he’ll be back as soon as possible. I don’t know if it’s tomorrow or it’s maybe the next match after that, but he’s progressing really well. I know he’s been upping his running speeds and that was probably the sticking point. I think we’re very confident from a skill perspective with his batting and his wicketkeeping." “But it was just making sure that he could maintain good running power, particularly towards the back end of an inning where he’s going to have to scan for those ones and twos. So as soon as he’s got the confidence in his calf, then I’m sure he’ll give it the tick to ready to go," Hussey said in the pre-match press conference. With inputs from Agencies

Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni are working to regain fitness ahead of the IPL 2026 CSK vs MI clash, as both teams set to take a late call on their availability.

IPL 2026: Will MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma play CSK vs MI clash? Coaches share update

Sunrisers Hyderabad will host Kolkata Knight Riders in match 45 of IPL 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday (May 3). SRH have won six of their nine matches so far, while KKR have managed two victories from eight games. Both teams will try to maintain their winning momentum with a win. Ahead of the clash, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming details, head-to-head stats and other key information.<h2>What is the head-to-head record for the SRH vs KKR clash in IPL history</h2>Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians have clashed 31 times in the Indian Premier League, with KKR winning 20 matches and SRH claiming victory in 11 encounters.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pressure-or-confidence-world-champion-wrestler-sujeet-kalkal-on-becoming-no-1-1776676909385">Pressure or confidence? World champion wrestler Sujeet Kalkal on becoming No. 1</a><h2>What is the venue for the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45?</h2>The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad will be the venue for the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45.<h2>When will the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45?</h2>The SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45 will start at 3:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 3:00 p.m. IST.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-was-juha-miettinen-66-year-old-driver-dies-in-seven-car-crash-in-nurgurging-race-featuring-max-verstappen-1776676136869">66-year-old driver dies in car crash in Nurgurging race featuring Verstappen</a><h2>Which channel will broadcast the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45?</h2>The Star Sports Network will broadcast the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45 in India.<h2>Which platform will live-stream the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45?</h2>The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45 in India.<h2>Squads</h2>Sunrisers Hyderabad: Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Smaran Ravichandran, Aniket Verma, Abhishek Sharma, Harsh Dubey, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (c), Jaydev Unadkat, Harshal Patel, Zeeshan Ansari, Salil Arora, Liam Livingstone, Shivam Mavi, Jack Edwards, Travis Head, Sakib Hussain and Brydon Carse&nbsp;Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane(c), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi(w), Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Kartik Tyagi, Blessing Muzarabani, Finn Allen, Manish Pandey, Tejasvi Dahiya, Saurabh Dubey, Rovman Powell, Rahul Tripathi, Tim Seifert, Navdeep Saini, Sarthak Ranjan, Rachin Ravindra, Prashant Solanki, Matheesha Pathirana, Umran Malik and Daksh Kamra

Ahead of the key IPL 2026 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming, head-to-head stats and other important details.

Sunrisers Hyderabad will host Kolkata Knight Riders in match 45 of IPL 2026 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday (May 3). SRH have won six of their nine matches so far, while KKR have managed two victories from eight games. Both teams will try to maintain their winning momentum with a win. Ahead of the clash, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming details, head-to-head stats and other key information. What is the head-to-head record for the SRH vs KKR clash in IPL history Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians have clashed 31 times in the Indian Premier League, with KKR winning 20 matches and SRH claiming victory in 11 encounters. Also Read - Pressure or confidence? World champion wrestler Sujeet Kalkal on becoming No. 1 What is the venue for the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45? The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad will be the venue for the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45. When will the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45? The SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45 will start at 3:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 3:00 p.m. IST. Also Read - 66-year-old driver dies in car crash in Nurgurging race featuring Verstappen Which channel will broadcast the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45? The Star Sports Network will broadcast the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45 in India. Which platform will live-stream the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45? The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the SRH vs KKR IPL 2026 Match No.45 in India. Squads Sunrisers Hyderabad: Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, Smaran Ravichandran, Aniket Verma, Abhishek Sharma, Harsh Dubey, Kamindu Mendis, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (c), Jaydev Unadkat, Harshal Patel, Zeeshan Ansari, Salil Arora, Liam Livingstone, Shivam Mavi, Jack Edwards, Travis Head, Sakib Hussain and Brydon Carse Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane(c), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi(w), Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Kartik Tyagi, Blessing Muzarabani, Finn Allen, Manish Pandey, Tejasvi Dahiya, Saurabh Dubey, Rovman Powell, Rahul Tripathi, Tim Seifert, Navdeep Saini, Sarthak Ranjan, Rachin Ravindra, Prashant Solanki, Matheesha Pathirana, Umran Malik and Daksh Kamra

Ahead of the key IPL 2026 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders, here’s everything you need to know, including live streaming, head-to-head stats and other important details.

IPL 2026: Here's all you need to know about SRH vs KKR match no 45 timing, squad, H2H & more

Rajasthan Royals (RR) batting coach Vikram Rathour pointed to poor execution with the ball, especially during the powerplay, as the main reason behind their team seven-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals (DC) in their IPL 2026 clash in Jaipur on Friday. During the post-match press conference, Rathour felt the total of 226 was competitive on the surface and should have been defendable, but the bowlers’ inability to stick to their plans proved costly. He noted that RR conceded too many runs early on without taking wickets, which put them on the back foot and they failed to recover control later in the innings.&nbsp;Despite the defeat, Rathour took positives from the batting effort, particularly the middle order’s response after early setbacks. He highlighted that while the openers have been consistent this season, this was the first time both fell cheaply, making it crucial for the rest of the batting unit to step up.&nbsp;He praised the partnership between Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel for stabilising the innings, along with Donovan’s finishing effort, calling it an encouraging sign for the team.&nbsp;Rathour added that, "It gives a lot of confidence to the team that we are not dependent on just one or two players. So, whichever day whosever turn it is, or whoever is playing well, they can win the game for us or put up a good score. It was really positive. So again, now the work has to be done on how to defend the score."&nbsp;Addressing skipper Parag's fitness, Rathour confirmed the batter was fine after suffering cramps. "He's absolutely fine. He had a bit of a cramp, I think, but he's fine," the RR batting coach said. On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's dismissal, Rathour said one early wicket should not be seen as a turning point. "Not really. 226 runs were made, which is enough in my opinion. Otherwise, anyone getting out can be a turning point. Everyone can't make runs every time. And we shouldn't have those expectations from Vaibhav either, that he will make runs every time."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-will-ms-dhoni-and-rohit-sharma-play-csk-vs-mi-clash-coaches-share-update-1777697469727">IPL 2026: Will MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma play CSK vs MI clash? Coaches share update</a> Rathour further said, "He is playing well. Whenever he is getting a start, Sooryavanshi is converting those starts. A good ball was bowled right at the start, so he could also get out." Reacting to Delhi's speedster Kyle Jamieson's dismissal of Sooryavanshi, Rathour added it was more of a compliment to the 15-year-old sensation. "No, it's nothing like that. Obviously, he (Jamieson) was excited, and that is a compliment, probably for Vaibhav, that people are feeling so happy after getting him out. So, that's a compliment for him," he added. A blistering 110-run opening stand between KL Rahul (75 off 40) and Pathum Nissanka (62 off 33) laid the perfect foundation for a record 226-run chase, which was calmly finished by Tristan Stubbs (18*) and Ashutosh Sharma (25*) with five balls to spare. Earlier, Riyan Parag led from the front with a superb 90 off 50 balls, his first fifty-plus score of the season, while Donovan Ferreira smashed an unbeaten 47 off just 14 deliveries to power RR to 225/6 after opting to bat. Parag steadied the innings alongside Dhruv Jurel (42) following early setbacks before Mitchell Starc (3/40) struck key blows, including the RR skipper's wicket, on his return. This marks DC's highest run-chase in IPL history. The visitors sealed the match with 5 balls to spare.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Rajasthan Royals batting coach Vikram Rathour said that poor bowling execution cost them the chance to defend 226 against Delhi Capitals.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) batting coach Vikram Rathour pointed to poor execution with the ball, especially during the powerplay, as the main reason behind their team seven-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals (DC) in their IPL 2026 clash in Jaipur on Friday. During the post-match press conference, Rathour felt the total of 226 was competitive on the surface and should have been defendable, but the bowlers’ inability to stick to their plans proved costly. He noted that RR conceded too many runs early on without taking wickets, which put them on the back foot and they failed to recover control later in the innings. Despite the defeat, Rathour took positives from the batting effort, particularly the middle order’s response after early setbacks. He highlighted that while the openers have been consistent this season, this was the first time both fell cheaply, making it crucial for the rest of the batting unit to step up. He praised the partnership between Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel for stabilising the innings, along with Donovan’s finishing effort, calling it an encouraging sign for the team. Rathour added that, "It gives a lot of confidence to the team that we are not dependent on just one or two players. So, whichever day whosever turn it is, or whoever is playing well, they can win the game for us or put up a good score. It was really positive. So again, now the work has to be done on how to defend the score." Addressing skipper Parag's fitness, Rathour confirmed the batter was fine after suffering cramps. "He's absolutely fine. He had a bit of a cramp, I think, but he's fine," the RR batting coach said. On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's dismissal, Rathour said one early wicket should not be seen as a turning point. "Not really. 226 runs were made, which is enough in my opinion. Otherwise, anyone getting out can be a turning point. Everyone can't make runs every time. And we shouldn't have those expectations from Vaibhav either, that he will make runs every time." Also Read - IPL 2026: Will MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma play CSK vs MI clash? Coaches share update Rathour further said, "He is playing well. Whenever he is getting a start, Sooryavanshi is converting those starts. A good ball was bowled right at the start, so he could also get out." Reacting to Delhi's speedster Kyle Jamieson's dismissal of Sooryavanshi, Rathour added it was more of a compliment to the 15-year-old sensation. "No, it's nothing like that. Obviously, he (Jamieson) was excited, and that is a compliment, probably for Vaibhav, that people are feeling so happy after getting him out. So, that's a compliment for him," he added. A blistering 110-run opening stand between KL Rahul (75 off 40) and Pathum Nissanka (62 off 33) laid the perfect foundation for a record 226-run chase, which was calmly finished by Tristan Stubbs (18*) and Ashutosh Sharma (25*) with five balls to spare. Earlier, Riyan Parag led from the front with a superb 90 off 50 balls, his first fifty-plus score of the season, while Donovan Ferreira smashed an unbeaten 47 off just 14 deliveries to power RR to 225/6 after opting to bat. Parag steadied the innings alongside Dhruv Jurel (42) following early setbacks before Mitchell Starc (3/40) struck key blows, including the RR skipper's wicket, on his return. This marks DC's highest run-chase in IPL history. The visitors sealed the match with 5 balls to spare. With inputs from agencies

Rajasthan Royals batting coach Vikram Rathour said that poor bowling execution cost them the chance to defend 226 against Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026 | 'Could not execute plans with ball': Coach Vikram Rathour after RR loss to DC

Delhi Capitals bounced back strongly in IPL 2026 on Friday (May 1), registering a convincing seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium. The return of Mitchell Starc proved crucial as he picked up three wickets, while Kyle Jamieson dismissed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi early to disrupt Rajasthan’s usually strong top order. However, Riyan Parag led the fightback with a well-made 90, receiving solid support from the middle order as RR posted a competitive 225 on a batting-friendly surface.&nbsp;Chasing 226, Rajasthan’s bowlers couldn’t generate similar early breakthroughs. KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka took charge with a dominant 110-run opening partnership that set the tone. Rahul then added another crucial 61 runs alongside Nitish Rana, bringing the target well within reach.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-rr-and-dc-check-result-1777692688504">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between RR and DC? check result</a>&nbsp;The finishing touches by Ashutosh Sharma and Tristan Stubbs guided the team home with five deliveries remaining.&nbsp;The result didn’t affect the teams at the very top or bottom of the standings, but it did shuffle the mid-table. Delhi Capitals moved up from seventh to sixth, pushing Chennai Super Kings down a spot, while Rajasthan Royals saw a slight dip in their net run rate.<h2>IPL 2026 points table after RR vs DC</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>P</th><th>Team</th><th>M</th><th>W</th><th>L</th><th>NR</th><th>PTS</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1.</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>8</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>13</td><td>1.043</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>1.420</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>9</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.832</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>10</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>0.510</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>9</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>-0.192</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>9</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>-0.895</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Chennai Super Kings</td><td>8</td><td>3</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>6</td><td>-0.121</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>5</td><td>-0.751</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Mumbai Indians</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-0.784</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-1.106</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h2>Orange Cap standings</h2>Among batters, Rahul made the biggest jump, rising from no. sixth to claim the top position and his rise pushed Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen down to second and third, respectively.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kentucky-derby-2026-complete-guide-to-race-day-schedule-timings-horse-lineup-and-where-to-watch-1777644391050"> Kentucky Derby 2026: Complete guide to race day schedule, horse lineup and more</a>&nbsp;Sooryavanshi slipped to fourth, while Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill also dropped a place each to fifth and sixth. Prabhsimran Singh, Sai Sudharsan and Ishan Kishan retained their spots, while Yashasvi Jaiswal entered the top 10, replacing Shreyas Iyer.<h2>Purple Cap standings</h2>In the bowling charts, Jofra Archer climbed to second place with 15 wickets, moving ahead of Eshan Malinga, who slipped to third despite having the same tally due to a higher economy rate. The rest of the top seven bowlers remained unchanged.&nbsp;Up next in the tournament, Mumbai Indians will face Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday (May 2).

Delhi Capitals edged past Rajasthan Royals in a comfortable seven-wicket victory on Friday, registering their fourth win of IPL 2026 and moving to eight points from nine matches.

Delhi Capitals bounced back strongly in IPL 2026 on Friday (May 1), registering a convincing seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium. The return of Mitchell Starc proved crucial as he picked up three wickets, while Kyle Jamieson dismissed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi early to disrupt Rajasthan’s usually strong top order. However, Riyan Parag led the fightback with a well-made 90, receiving solid support from the middle order as RR posted a competitive 225 on a batting-friendly surface. Chasing 226, Rajasthan’s bowlers couldn’t generate similar early breakthroughs. KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka took charge with a dominant 110-run opening partnership that set the tone. Rahul then added another crucial 61 runs alongside Nitish Rana, bringing the target well within reach. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between RR and DC? check result The finishing touches by Ashutosh Sharma and Tristan Stubbs guided the team home with five deliveries remaining. The result didn’t affect the teams at the very top or bottom of the standings, but it did shuffle the mid-table. Delhi Capitals moved up from seventh to sixth, pushing Chennai Super Kings down a spot, while Rajasthan Royals saw a slight dip in their net run rate. IPL 2026 points table after RR vs DC

Delhi Capitals edged past Rajasthan Royals in a comfortable seven-wicket victory on Friday, registering their fourth win of IPL 2026 and moving to eight points from nine matches.

IPL 2026 updated points table: DC climb to sixth, RR hold fourth spot

Delhi Capitals (DC) delivered a brilliant batting performance to secure a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their IPL 2026 encounter at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium on Friday (May 1). Pursuing a challenging target of 226, DC pulled off their most successful run chase in IPL history, going past their earlier benchmarks. The 226-run chase now tops their list of highest chases, ahead of previous records of 210 against Lucknow Super Giants in 2025, 209 against Gujarat Lions in 2017 and 207 against Punjab Kings in 2025.&nbsp;It was also one of the biggest successful chases recorded against Rajasthan Royals, second only to the 229-run by Sunrisers Hyderabad at the same venue earlier in the season, highlighting the batting-friendly nature of conditions in Jaipur.&nbsp;The result added to RR's struggles at home, with the Royals losing six of their last seven matches at the Sawai ManSingh Stadium since 2025.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rr-vs-dc-delhi-back-to-winning-ways-after-poor-run-as-rajasthan-miss-out-on-top-spot-1777657914067">IPL 2026, RR vs DC: Delhi back to winning ways after poor run as Rajasthan miss out on top spot</a> The match also reflected a broader trend in IPL 2026, where high-scoring chases have become increasingly common. While only five successful chases of 220 or more were recorded between 2008 and 2025, the ongoing season alone has already witnessed seven such instances. Among individual highlights, KL Rahul continued his impressive run in the league, moving to 17 Player of the Match awards, placing him among the leading Indian players in the category. Rohit Sharma leads the list with 21 awards, followed by Virat Kohli (20), MS Dhoni (18), and Ravindra Jadeja (17). For the Rajasthan Royals, it was a tough outing with the ball. England pacer Jofra Archer endured a difficult spell, conceding 46 runs--his most expensive outing in an innings this IPL season. Coming to the clash, a blistering 110-run opening stand between Rahul (75 off 40) and Pathum Nissanka (62 off 33) laid the perfect foundation for a record 226-run chase, which was calmly finished by Tristan Stubbs (18*) and Ashutosh Sharma (25*) with five balls to spare. Earlier, Riyan Parag led from the front with a superb 90 off 50 balls, his first fifty-plus score of the season, while Donovan Ferreira smashed an unbeaten 47 off just 14 deliveries to power RR to 225/6 after opting to bat. Parag steadied the innings alongside Dhruv Jurel (42) following early setbacks before Mitchell Starc (3/40) struck key blows, including the RR skipper's wicket, on his return.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Even after the loss, RR remain fourth in the standings with 12 points, while Delhi Capitals climb to sixth. The victory, however, boosts DC’s tally to eight points.

Delhi Capitals (DC) delivered a brilliant batting performance to secure a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their IPL 2026 encounter at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium on Friday (May 1). Pursuing a challenging target of 226, DC pulled off their most successful run chase in IPL history, going past their earlier benchmarks. The 226-run chase now tops their list of highest chases, ahead of previous records of 210 against Lucknow Super Giants in 2025, 209 against Gujarat Lions in 2017 and 207 against Punjab Kings in 2025. It was also one of the biggest successful chases recorded against Rajasthan Royals, second only to the 229-run by Sunrisers Hyderabad at the same venue earlier in the season, highlighting the batting-friendly nature of conditions in Jaipur. The result added to RR's struggles at home, with the Royals losing six of their last seven matches at the Sawai ManSingh Stadium since 2025. Also Read - IPL 2026, RR vs DC: Delhi back to winning ways after poor run as Rajasthan miss out on top spot The match also reflected a broader trend in IPL 2026, where high-scoring chases have become increasingly common. While only five successful chases of 220 or more were recorded between 2008 and 2025, the ongoing season alone has already witnessed seven such instances. Among individual highlights, KL Rahul continued his impressive run in the league, moving to 17 Player of the Match awards, placing him among the leading Indian players in the category. Rohit Sharma leads the list with 21 awards, followed by Virat Kohli (20), MS Dhoni (18), and Ravindra Jadeja (17). For the Rajasthan Royals, it was a tough outing with the ball. England pacer Jofra Archer endured a difficult spell, conceding 46 runs--his most expensive outing in an innings this IPL season. Coming to the clash, a blistering 110-run opening stand between Rahul (75 off 40) and Pathum Nissanka (62 off 33) laid the perfect foundation for a record 226-run chase, which was calmly finished by Tristan Stubbs (18*) and Ashutosh Sharma (25*) with five balls to spare. Earlier, Riyan Parag led from the front with a superb 90 off 50 balls, his first fifty-plus score of the season, while Donovan Ferreira smashed an unbeaten 47 off just 14 deliveries to power RR to 225/6 after opting to bat. Parag steadied the innings alongside Dhruv Jurel (42) following early setbacks before Mitchell Starc (3/40) struck key blows, including the RR skipper's wicket, on his return. With inputs from agencies

Even after the loss, RR remain fourth in the standings with 12 points, while Delhi Capitals climb to sixth. The victory, however, boosts DC’s tally to eight points.

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Delhi Capitals (DC) were back to winning ways in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Friday (May 1). Tasked to chase 226 runs to win, KL Rahul’s 75-run knock played a key role in helping DC take over the line and stay in the race for IPL 2026 Playoffs. On the other hand, RR missed out on going top of the IPL 2026 standings as they stayed fourth with 12 points from 10 matches.<h2>DC get the better of RR</h2>Chasing a massive target of 226, the chase began with blistering intent as KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka dismantled the RR bowling attack in the power-play. The duo took on RR bowlers and added 70 in the first six overs. Nissanka was the aggressor, while Rahul was happy to play second fiddle. The duo added 110 for the opening wicket before Rajasthan finally found a breakthrough via Ravindra Jadeja, who dismissed Nissanka to end the dangerous opening partnership in the 10th over.&nbsp;Nissanka slammed a fluent 62 off 33 balls. However, the momentum barely shifted as Nitish Rana joined Rahul. Rana played a high-impact cameo, smashing 33 off just 17 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes.&nbsp;Even though they lost Rahul, the Delhi Capitals managed to get 11 from the Archer’s penultimate over. Sharma got his innings going by smashing a four each off Archer and Brijesh Sharma. Stubbs and Sharma also hammered Deshpande in the 18th over, smashing him for 16 runs. The duo then took the game till the final ball and sealed the match with 5 balls to spare.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a><h2>What happened in RR innings?</h2>Earlier in the match, a dazzling fifty by Riyan Parag and a fiery cameo in the end by Donovan Ferreira cruised RR to a massive 225/6. Parag slammed his first fifty of the 2026 IPL, smashing a fluent 90, while Ferreira hammered DC bowlers in the final three overs, making 47 off just 14 balls at a strike rate of 335.71. After opting to bat first at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, RR's innings began with fireworks as Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed a six off the first ball, but Mitchell Starc had the last laugh, dismissing him just two balls later.&nbsp;The crisis deepened on RR when Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell to Kyle Jamieson, leaving the Royals reeling at 12/2 within the first two overs. Skipper Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel then orchestrated a massive recovery with a 102-run partnership. While Jurel played a calculated knock of 42 off 30 balls, Parag took the aggressor's role.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;Ferreira, continuing his good form in the tournament, slammed veteran spinner Kuldeep Yadav for three massive sixes in the 18th over. Ferreira also took on Starc, hammering him for 17 runs in the 19th over to take RR past the 200-run mark. Ferreira continued his aggressive onslaught in the final over as well, smashing Natarajan for 18 runs to power RR to 225/6 in their 20 overs.&nbsp;For DC in bowling, Starc stood up in his first match of the season, scalping 3 wickets, while Jamieson, Patel and Natarajan chipped in with a wicket each.

Tasked to chase 226 runs to win, KL Rahul’s 75-run knock played a key role in helping DC take over the line and stay in the race for IPL 2026 Playoffs. On the other hand, RR missed out on going top of the IPL 2026 standings as they stayed fourth with 12 points from 10 matches.

Delhi Capitals (DC) were back to winning ways in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Friday (May 1). Tasked to chase 226 runs to win, KL Rahul’s 75-run knock played a key role in helping DC take over the line and stay in the race for IPL 2026 Playoffs. On the other hand, RR missed out on going top of the IPL 2026 standings as they stayed fourth with 12 points from 10 matches. DC get the better of RR Chasing a massive target of 226, the chase began with blistering intent as KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka dismantled the RR bowling attack in the power-play. The duo took on RR bowlers and added 70 in the first six overs. Nissanka was the aggressor, while Rahul was happy to play second fiddle. The duo added 110 for the opening wicket before Rajasthan finally found a breakthrough via Ravindra Jadeja, who dismissed Nissanka to end the dangerous opening partnership in the 10th over. Nissanka slammed a fluent 62 off 33 balls. However, the momentum barely shifted as Nitish Rana joined Rahul. Rana played a high-impact cameo, smashing 33 off just 17 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes. Even though they lost Rahul, the Delhi Capitals managed to get 11 from the Archer’s penultimate over. Sharma got his innings going by smashing a four each off Archer and Brijesh Sharma. Stubbs and Sharma also hammered Deshpande in the 18th over, smashing him for 16 runs. The duo then took the game till the final ball and sealed the match with 5 balls to spare. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL What happened in RR innings? Earlier in the match, a dazzling fifty by Riyan Parag and a fiery cameo in the end by Donovan Ferreira cruised RR to a massive 225/6. Parag slammed his first fifty of the 2026 IPL, smashing a fluent 90, while Ferreira hammered DC bowlers in the final three overs, making 47 off just 14 balls at a strike rate of 335.71. After opting to bat first at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, RR's innings began with fireworks as Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed a six off the first ball, but Mitchell Starc had the last laugh, dismissing him just two balls later. The crisis deepened on RR when Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fell to Kyle Jamieson, leaving the Royals reeling at 12/2 within the first two overs. Skipper Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel then orchestrated a massive recovery with a 102-run partnership. While Jurel played a calculated knock of 42 off 30 balls, Parag took the aggressor's role. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Ferreira, continuing his good form in the tournament, slammed veteran spinner Kuldeep Yadav for three massive sixes in the 18th over. Ferreira also took on Starc, hammering him for 17 runs in the 19th over to take RR past the 200-run mark. Ferreira continued his aggressive onslaught in the final over as well, smashing Natarajan for 18 runs to power RR to 225/6 in their 20 overs. For DC in bowling, Starc stood up in his first match of the season, scalping 3 wickets, while Jamieson, Patel and Natarajan chipped in with a wicket each.

Tasked to chase 226 runs to win, KL Rahul’s 75-run knock played a key role in helping DC take over the line and stay in the race for IPL 2026 Playoffs. On the other hand, RR missed out on going top of the IPL 2026 standings as they stayed fourth with 12 points from 10 matches.

IPL 2026, RR vs DC: Delhi back to winning ways after poor run as Rajasthan miss out on top spot

Delhi Capitals (DC) will square off against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as the two teams face off for the first time this season. With the clash taking place at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, DC star batter KL Rahul was full of praise for teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as they go head-to-head. Rahul praised Vaibhav for his aggression and reckons he has a bright future in the sport.<h2>Rahul full of praise for Vaibhav</h2>"It's phenomenal what the new-age cricketers are doing. Vaibhav Suryavanshi has taken world cricket by storm. Two centuries at the age of 15 is something I never even dreamt of doing. Ayush Mhatre has also done well, helping CSK score quick runs. The amount of talent coming up in India is scary, especially in T20 cricket. These fearless prodigies are changing the way T20s are played,” Rahul said while speaking to JioStar's 'Superstars.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;“They don't fear reputations or match situations. Whether it's a world-class bowler like Jasprit Bumrah or a seasoned campaigner like Pat Cummins, they go after every ball with the same intent. They don't care if it's the first over or the last. They just see the ball and want to hit it out of the park. That kind of mindset is rare, and it's exactly what modern T20 cricket demands. Five years ago, we weren't producing as many six-hitting batters as England or Australia,” Rahul added.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a><h2>DC take on RR</h2>Having lost back-to-back home games in the IPL, DC will enter Friday’s contest in low confidence. They first lost to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a high-scoring contest before losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a low-scoring affair. The defeats have left DC in a must-win territory as they need to win at least five out of six to make the Playoffs of IPL 2026.

Having lost back-to-back home games in the IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals will enter Friday’s contest in low confidence. They first lost to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a high-scoring contest before losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a low-scoring affair. 

Delhi Capitals (DC) will square off against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as the two teams face off for the first time this season. With the clash taking place at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, DC star batter KL Rahul was full of praise for teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as they go head-to-head. Rahul praised Vaibhav for his aggression and reckons he has a bright future in the sport. Rahul full of praise for Vaibhav "It's phenomenal what the new-age cricketers are doing. Vaibhav Suryavanshi has taken world cricket by storm. Two centuries at the age of 15 is something I never even dreamt of doing. Ayush Mhatre has also done well, helping CSK score quick runs. The amount of talent coming up in India is scary, especially in T20 cricket. These fearless prodigies are changing the way T20s are played,” Rahul said while speaking to JioStar's 'Superstars. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions “They don't fear reputations or match situations. Whether it's a world-class bowler like Jasprit Bumrah or a seasoned campaigner like Pat Cummins, they go after every ball with the same intent. They don't care if it's the first over or the last. They just see the ball and want to hit it out of the park. That kind of mindset is rare, and it's exactly what modern T20 cricket demands. Five years ago, we weren't producing as many six-hitting batters as England or Australia,” Rahul added. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL DC take on RR Having lost back-to-back home games in the IPL, DC will enter Friday’s contest in low confidence. They first lost to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a high-scoring contest before losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a low-scoring affair. The defeats have left DC in a must-win territory as they need to win at least five out of six to make the Playoffs of IPL 2026.

Having lost back-to-back home games in the IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals will enter Friday’s contest in low confidence. They first lost to Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a high-scoring contest before losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a low-scoring affair.&nbsp;

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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed RS Ambrish for INR 30 lakh as a replacement for Shivam Mavi, who has been ruled out of IPL 2026 with a groin injury. A promising all-rounder, Ambrish, was part of India’s title-winning squad at the ICC Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026, where he emerged as the joint-highest wicket-taker for his team with 11 scalps.&nbsp;&nbsp;Confirming the development, the IPL stated that, "Sunrisers Hyderabad sign RS Ambrish as injury replacement for Shivam Mavi. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have picked RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Mavi, a right-arm medium pacer, has been ruled out of the ongoing season due to a groin injury."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-srh-star-heinrich-klaasen-slams-fan-for-filming-says-you-ll-be-on-the-floor-next-moment-1777632762863">IPL 2026: SRH star Heinrich Klaasen slams fan for filming, says 'you’ll be on the floor next moment'</a>&nbsp;"RS Ambrish, who is an all-rounder, was a part of the triumphant India Under-19 squad of ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026. He was also India Under-19's joint-highest wicket-taker at the tournament, with 11 wickets against his name. Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join SRH for INR 30 Lakh," the statement further added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-needed-to-work-consistently-on-my-fitness-rashid-khan-opens-up-about-injury-1777625200685">'Needed to work consistently on my fitness': Rashid Khan opens up about injury</a> Ambrish joins a bowling unit brimming with youth. SRH have trusted the likes of Praful Hinge (24) and Sakib Hussain (21), who have stepped up seamlessly this season. Sunrisers Hyderabad currently sit third on the table with 12 points, having strung together five consecutive victories. They will next take on the Kolkata Knight Riders in Hyderabad on Sunday (May 3).&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Ambrish comes in for Shivam Mavi, who has been ruled out of the season with a groin injury.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed RS Ambrish for INR 30 lakh as a replacement for Shivam Mavi, who has been ruled out of IPL 2026 with a groin injury. A promising all-rounder, Ambrish, was part of India’s title-winning squad at the ICC Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026, where he emerged as the joint-highest wicket-taker for his team with 11 scalps. Confirming the development, the IPL stated that, "Sunrisers Hyderabad sign RS Ambrish as injury replacement for Shivam Mavi. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have picked RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Mavi, a right-arm medium pacer, has been ruled out of the ongoing season due to a groin injury." Also Read - IPL 2026: SRH star Heinrich Klaasen slams fan for filming, says 'you’ll be on the floor next moment' "RS Ambrish, who is an all-rounder, was a part of the triumphant India Under-19 squad of ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026. He was also India Under-19's joint-highest wicket-taker at the tournament, with 11 wickets against his name. Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join SRH for INR 30 Lakh," the statement further added. Also Read - 'Needed to work consistently on my fitness': Rashid Khan opens up about injury Ambrish joins a bowling unit brimming with youth. SRH have trusted the likes of Praful Hinge (24) and Sakib Hussain (21), who have stepped up seamlessly this season. Sunrisers Hyderabad currently sit third on the table with 12 points, having strung together five consecutive victories. They will next take on the Kolkata Knight Riders in Hyderabad on Sunday (May 3). With inputs from agencies

Ambrish comes in for Shivam Mavi, who has been ruled out of the season with a groin injury.

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