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Punjab Kings (PBKS) won the IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday (Apr 16) at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. PBKS wont the match by seven wickets while chasing a decent 195 and Shreyas Iyer-led side is now the table topper with nine points from four wins and one no result in five matches. Mumbai, on the other hand, are still searching for their second win after winning their first game of the season. MI are languishing at the second-bottom place of the 10-team table with just two points from one win and four losses in five games played.<h2>Punjab showcase chasing prowess once again</h2>Punjab has won all the four matches this season while chasing and have never been asked to bat first. PBKS started the season with 3-wicket vs Gujarat Titans (Mar 31) then beat Chennai Super Kings (CKS) by 5 wickets (Apr 3) before the washed out match against Kolkata Knight Riders. In the next two games, PBKS first beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 6 wickets (Apr 11) before beating MI by 7 wickets.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-we-ve-identified-areas-says-lungi-ngidi-as-dc-look-to-recover-from-consecutive-defeats-1776338993493">IPL 2026: DC focus on bounce-back after consecutive defeats: Lungi Ngidi</a>Against MI, PBKS lost Priyansh Arya (15) and Cooper Connolly (17) inside powerplay for less than 50 runs. Prabhsimran Singh (80 not out off 39) and skipper Shreyas Iyer (66 off 35) then added 139 runs for the third wicket to take the game away from MI. PBKS eventually reached the target in 16.3 overs with Marcus Stoinis (10 not out off 5) hitting the winning runs.<h2>MI batting fails again</h2>MI batters could not find their rhythm once more as the side lost Ryan Rickelton (2) and Suryakumar Yada (0) in the third over with just 12 runs on the board. Quinton de Kock and Naman Dhir (50 off 31) added 112 runs for the third wicket but that was the last significant partnership in MI's innings. After Dhir was dismissed, no other batter could help de Kock take the innings further as he scored a brilliant 112 not out off 60 balls. In contrast to de Kock, rest of the team managed only 83 runs in 60 balls.

Punjab has won all the four matches this season while chasing and have never been asked to bat first. PBKS started the season with 3-wicket vs Gujarat Titans (Mar 31) then beat CSK by 5 wickets (Apr 3) before the washed out match vs KKR. In the next two games, PBKS first beat SRH by 6 wickets (Apr 11) before beating MI by 7 wickets.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) won the IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday (Apr 16) at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. PBKS wont the match by seven wickets while chasing a decent 195 and Shreyas Iyer-led side is now the table topper with nine points from four wins and one no result in five matches. Mumbai, on the other hand, are still searching for their second win after winning their first game of the season. MI are languishing at the second-bottom place of the 10-team table with just two points from one win and four losses in five games played. Punjab showcase chasing prowess once again Punjab has won all the four matches this season while chasing and have never been asked to bat first. PBKS started the season with 3-wicket vs Gujarat Titans (Mar 31) then beat Chennai Super Kings (CKS) by 5 wickets (Apr 3) before the washed out match against Kolkata Knight Riders. In the next two games, PBKS first beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 6 wickets (Apr 11) before beating MI by 7 wickets. Also Read - IPL 2026: DC focus on bounce-back after consecutive defeats: Lungi Ngidi Against MI, PBKS lost Priyansh Arya (15) and Cooper Connolly (17) inside powerplay for less than 50 runs. Prabhsimran Singh (80 not out off 39) and skipper Shreyas Iyer (66 off 35) then added 139 runs for the third wicket to take the game away from MI. PBKS eventually reached the target in 16.3 overs with Marcus Stoinis (10 not out off 5) hitting the winning runs. MI batting fails again MI batters could not find their rhythm once more as the side lost Ryan Rickelton (2) and Suryakumar Yada (0) in the third over with just 12 runs on the board. Quinton de Kock and Naman Dhir (50 off 31) added 112 runs for the third wicket but that was the last significant partnership in MI's innings. After Dhir was dismissed, no other batter could help de Kock take the innings further as he scored a brilliant 112 not out off 60 balls. In contrast to de Kock, rest of the team managed only 83 runs in 60 balls.

Punjab has won all the four matches this season while chasing and have never been asked to bat first. PBKS started the season with 3-wicket vs Gujarat Titans (Mar 31) then beat CSK by 5 wickets (Apr 3) before the washed out match vs KKR. In the next two games, PBKS first beat SRH by 6 wickets (Apr 11) before beating MI by 7 wickets.

De Kock 112 or Prabhsimran 80 - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians? check result

From Punjab Kings to Chennai Super Kings here is a look at five teams with most wins vs Mumbai Indians in IPL history. The list also features big names like Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals.

From Punjab Kings to Chennai Super Kings here is a look at five teams with most wins vs Mumbai Indians in IPL history. The list also features big names like Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals.

From Punjab Kings to Chennai Super Kings, 5 teams with most wins vs Mumbai Indians in IPL history

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has signalled a selection overhaul after his team suffered a crushing seven-wicket loss to table-toppers Punjab Kings in their just-concluded IPL 2026 home game on Thursday (Apr 16). Despite scoring 195, courtesy of Quinton de Kock’s brilliant hundred in the first innings, MI failed to defend it, with PBKS opener Prabhsimran Singh punishing them with an unbeaten 80 off just 39 balls. However, the real hero for the visitors was their captain, Shreyas Iyer, who not only pulled off perhaps the catch of the summer, but also slammed a match-winning 66 in a mere 35 balls to see his team home.&nbsp;Speechless after a horror defeat, Mumbai’s fourth straight thus far in this season, Pandya at the post-match presser said, “To be honest, I don't have much to say. We need to go back and see where we're lacking - if it's individuals, groups or planning and work it out.”&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-shreyas-iyer-s-punjab-sweep-past-mumbai-in-another-dominant-win-hosts-lose-fourth-consecutive-contest-1776360246677">IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Punjab sweep past Mumbai in another dominant win, hosts lose fourth consecutive contest</a> &nbsp;Punjab won the toss and elected to field first, a decision they were sure would reap rewards. De Kock’s return to the MI did help the hosts, as they banked on his heroics to register a fighting total. However, with dew bound to make its presence felt, their final score felt at least 20 shy, something MI batter Naman Dhir also admitted during the mid-break. &nbsp;Punjab, oozing with confidence, started superbly, with two openers going about their business from the word go. However, two wickets inside the Powerplay brought the skipper to the crease, and the rest remains applaudable. Alongside Prabhsimran, who kept the scoring rate ticking, Iyer led from the front and smashed bowlers, including ace quick Jasprit Bumrah, for fun.&nbsp; &nbsp;The pair added a mighty 139 for the third wicket, and with that, almost sealed the game before Dhir pulled off a stunner to get rid of the Punjab captain. Marcus Stoinis and Prabhsimran then completed the formality, inflicting a seven-wicket defeat on the Mumbai Indians to go on top of the points table with nine points from five contested matches.&nbsp; &nbsp;“Credit to PBKS, ball started reversing. Dew came in the second innings, but they beat us. They bowled and fielded better. We need to see if we need to make difficult calls or see if we continue and turn things around. Ownership has to be taken,” Pandya continued.

Hardik Pandya hints at a major Mumbai Indians shake-up after a crushing loss to Punjab Kings. Despite a de Kock ton, Shreyas Iyer's heroics and Prabhsimran's blitz left MI winless in 4 games. Read the full post-match analysis.

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has signalled a selection overhaul after his team suffered a crushing seven-wicket loss to table-toppers Punjab Kings in their just-concluded IPL 2026 home game on Thursday (Apr 16). Despite scoring 195, courtesy of Quinton de Kock’s brilliant hundred in the first innings, MI failed to defend it, with PBKS opener Prabhsimran Singh punishing them with an unbeaten 80 off just 39 balls. However, the real hero for the visitors was their captain, Shreyas Iyer, who not only pulled off perhaps the catch of the summer, but also slammed a match-winning 66 in a mere 35 balls to see his team home. Speechless after a horror defeat, Mumbai’s fourth straight thus far in this season, Pandya at the post-match presser said, “To be honest, I don't have much to say. We need to go back and see where we're lacking - if it's individuals, groups or planning and work it out.” Also read | IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Punjab sweep past Mumbai in another dominant win, hosts lose fourth consecutive contest Punjab won the toss and elected to field first, a decision they were sure would reap rewards. De Kock’s return to the MI did help the hosts, as they banked on his heroics to register a fighting total. However, with dew bound to make its presence felt, their final score felt at least 20 shy, something MI batter Naman Dhir also admitted during the mid-break. Punjab, oozing with confidence, started superbly, with two openers going about their business from the word go. However, two wickets inside the Powerplay brought the skipper to the crease, and the rest remains applaudable. Alongside Prabhsimran, who kept the scoring rate ticking, Iyer led from the front and smashed bowlers, including ace quick Jasprit Bumrah, for fun. The pair added a mighty 139 for the third wicket, and with that, almost sealed the game before Dhir pulled off a stunner to get rid of the Punjab captain. Marcus Stoinis and Prabhsimran then completed the formality, inflicting a seven-wicket defeat on the Mumbai Indians to go on top of the points table with nine points from five contested matches. “Credit to PBKS, ball started reversing. Dew came in the second innings, but they beat us. They bowled and fielded better. We need to see if we need to make difficult calls or see if we continue and turn things around. Ownership has to be taken,” Pandya continued.

Hardik Pandya hints at a major Mumbai Indians shake-up after a crushing loss to Punjab Kings. Despite a de Kock ton, Shreyas Iyer's heroics and Prabhsimran's blitz left MI winless in 4 games. Read the full post-match analysis.

‘Time for difficult calls,’ Mumbai Indians captain Pandya signals overhaul after crushing loss to Punjab

From Quinton de Kock to Chris Gayle here are five 5 batters with most hundreds in T20 cricket. The list also features the likes of Babar Azam, Virat Kohli and David Warner after De Kock scored his ninth hundred on Thursday. 

From Quinton de Kock to Chris Gayle here are five 5 batters with most hundreds in T20 cricket. The list also features the likes of Babar Azam, Virat Kohli and David Warner after De Kock scored his ninth hundred on Thursday.&nbsp;

From Quinton de Kock to Chris Gayle, 5 batters with most hundreds in T20 cricket

Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Thursday (April 16) continued their unbeaten start to the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by seven wickets at the Wankhede Stadium. Prabhsimran Singh (unbeaten 80) and Shreyas Iyer (66) helped PBKS inflict a fourth straight defeat on MI as the duo overshadowed Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 112. The win means PBKS are now top of the IPL 2026 standings with four wins in five matches and are the only undefeated team in the league.<h2>PBKS go top of IPL 2026 standings</h2>Prabhsimran and fellow opener Priyansh Arya took 21 off the first over of the chase from Deepak Chahar before Afghanistan's Allah Ghazanfar dismissed Arya and Cooper Connolly in quick succession. But Prabhsimran, put down at short third-man by Jasprit Bumrah when he was on 11, thwarted those designs with a typically counter-punching second successive half-century. Prabhsimran's blistering unbeaten 39-ball 80 contained 11 fours and two sixes.&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;Alongside him, Shreyas continued his excellent start to the tournament with a third straight fifty. Worryingly for Mumbai, who slumped to their fourth consecutive loss, Bumrah went wicketless for the fifth match in a row, conceding 41 runs in his four overs.&nbsp;With their pace spearhead rendered ineffective, Mumbai were pummelled by Prabhsimran and Shreyas, who added 139 in only 67 deliveries before the latter fell against the run of play, smartly caught by Naman running in from deep mid-wicket and diving forward. Marcus Stoinis then came to the crease and, with his unbeaten 10 off five deliveries, helped Punjab over the line as they remain the only unbeaten side in the IPL.&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 MI innings?</h2>De Kock marked his return to the Mumbai team for the first time since 2021 by becoming the first overseas batter to record hundreds for three different sides as the home team posted 195-6 at the Wankhede Stadium. De Kock only got a look-in because Rohit Sharma was ruled out with a hamstring injury.&nbsp;Alongside Naman Dhir, the left-handed opener put on 122 for the third wicket, Dhir making the most of being dropped by Yuzvendra Chahal on 10 to go on to post 50. De Kock, who drove his first ball from compatriot Marco Jansen over cover for six and carried his bat, remained unbeaten on 112 off 60 balls, including eight fours and seven sixes.&nbsp;With Mumbai on course to top 200, Punjab fought back at the death through pacers Arshdeep Singh, who took three wickets, and Jansen, and a spectacular catch facilitated by the brilliance of Shreyas and completed by Xavier Bartlett to account for Mumbai captain Hardik Pandya.

Prabhsimran Singh (unbeaten 80) and Shreyas Iyer (66) helped PBKS inflict a fourth straight defeat on MI as the duo overshadowed Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 112. The win means PBKS are now top of the IPL 2026 standings with four wins in 5 matches and are the only undefeated team in the league.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Thursday (April 16) continued their unbeaten start to the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by seven wickets at the Wankhede Stadium. Prabhsimran Singh (unbeaten 80) and Shreyas Iyer (66) helped PBKS inflict a fourth straight defeat on MI as the duo overshadowed Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 112. The win means PBKS are now top of the IPL 2026 standings with four wins in five matches and are the only undefeated team in the league. PBKS go top of IPL 2026 standings Prabhsimran and fellow opener Priyansh Arya took 21 off the first over of the chase from Deepak Chahar before Afghanistan's Allah Ghazanfar dismissed Arya and Cooper Connolly in quick succession. But Prabhsimran, put down at short third-man by Jasprit Bumrah when he was on 11, thwarted those designs with a typically counter-punching second successive half-century. Prabhsimran's blistering unbeaten 39-ball 80 contained 11 fours and two sixes. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Alongside him, Shreyas continued his excellent start to the tournament with a third straight fifty. Worryingly for Mumbai, who slumped to their fourth consecutive loss, Bumrah went wicketless for the fifth match in a row, conceding 41 runs in his four overs. With their pace spearhead rendered ineffective, Mumbai were pummelled by Prabhsimran and Shreyas, who added 139 in only 67 deliveries before the latter fell against the run of play, smartly caught by Naman running in from deep mid-wicket and diving forward. Marcus Stoinis then came to the crease and, with his unbeaten 10 off five deliveries, helped Punjab over the line as they remain the only unbeaten side in the IPL. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL What happened in MI innings? De Kock marked his return to the Mumbai team for the first time since 2021 by becoming the first overseas batter to record hundreds for three different sides as the home team posted 195-6 at the Wankhede Stadium. De Kock only got a look-in because Rohit Sharma was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Alongside Naman Dhir, the left-handed opener put on 122 for the third wicket, Dhir making the most of being dropped by Yuzvendra Chahal on 10 to go on to post 50. De Kock, who drove his first ball from compatriot Marco Jansen over cover for six and carried his bat, remained unbeaten on 112 off 60 balls, including eight fours and seven sixes. With Mumbai on course to top 200, Punjab fought back at the death through pacers Arshdeep Singh, who took three wickets, and Jansen, and a spectacular catch facilitated by the brilliance of Shreyas and completed by Xavier Bartlett to account for Mumbai captain Hardik Pandya.

Prabhsimran Singh (unbeaten 80) and Shreyas Iyer (66) helped PBKS inflict a fourth straight defeat on MI as the duo overshadowed Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 112. The win means PBKS are now top of the IPL 2026 standings with four wins in 5 matches and are the only undefeated team in the league.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Punjab sweep past Mumbai in another dominant win, hosts lose fourth consecutive contest

From Arshdeep Singh to Trent Bout here is a look at five left-arm pacers with 100+ IPL wickets. The list also features the likes of Jaydev Unadkat, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra.  

From Arshdeep Singh to Trent Bout here is a look at five left-arm pacers with 100+ IPL wickets. The list also features the likes of Jaydev Unadkat, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra. &nbsp;

From Arshdeep Singh to Trent Bout, 5 left-arm pacers with 100+ IPL wickets

Can fans ever see India and Pakistan playing bilateral cricket again? Perhaps not!&nbsp;IPL founder Lalit Modi has provided a reality check behind the lack of bilateral cricket between the arch-rivals and why it might remain a distant dream for everyone, at least in the near future. India and Pakistan share tense geopolitical relations, and with recent history fuelling it, the two cannot think of getting together on a cricket field outside of the ICC events.<h3>So, where does the problem lie?&nbsp;</h3>Modi pointed out the root cause behind the lack of bilateral cricket between the two powerhouses. Speaking on ‘The Overlap Podcast’ with Michael Vaughan, Modi said that the politicisation of the Pakistan Cricket Board is a significant reason for restricting the resumption of head-to-head cricket between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mca-launches-bcci-like-contract-system-in-domestic-cricket-becomes-first-board-to-implement-1776343359306">MCA launches BCCI-like contract system in domestic cricket, becomes first board to implement</a> &nbsp;Modi stressed that had the PCB been run independently, without any political influence, there could have been some traction. &nbsp;“The problem is, if the Pakistan Cricket Board were independent and ran independently without political influence, we would have some traction. But today, it is so politicised by the powers that be,” Modi said.&nbsp; &nbsp;Further commenting on how things usually shape up at the political level, Modi admitted to rising tensions at the top, which are unlikely to fade away anytime soon. The IPL founder concluded by saying that we cannot expect cricket to take precedence. &nbsp;“There is tension at the political level, and that is not going away. It’s only going to get worse, so I fear for the players,” he said, before concluding, “I don’t think it will be possible in the near future. Realistically, I don’t see anything happening there.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Summing up, Modi said, “Pakistan is a problem. That’s all I can say.”<h3>‘I resumed IND-PAK cricket’</h3>Claiming to be the flag-bearer to resume India-Pakistan cricket in 2006, Modi recalled reviving engagement through exhibition matches and tournaments. &nbsp;“I was the first one after nine years to bring India and Pakistan together in 2006 with the Friendship Series. I started with the Glasgow match and then did another one in Abu Dhabi when the new stadium was built. We brought them back together,” he said. &nbsp;Modi, however, was also the mind behind including Pakistani players in the IPL, with several superstars featuring across almost all eight franchises.&nbsp; &nbsp;“I was also the one who brought Pakistani players into the IPL, and then had to move them out after the 26/11 attacks in Mumbai,” Modi noted.

Lalit Modi has ruled out the resumption of India-Pakistan bilateral cricket, blaming the "politicisation" of the PCB. In a candid interview with Michael Vaughan, Modi reflects on his role in the 2006 Friendship Series and why current tensions make a neutral venue series "impossible" for now.

Can fans ever see India and Pakistan playing bilateral cricket again? Perhaps not! IPL founder Lalit Modi has provided a reality check behind the lack of bilateral cricket between the arch-rivals and why it might remain a distant dream for everyone, at least in the near future. India and Pakistan share tense geopolitical relations, and with recent history fuelling it, the two cannot think of getting together on a cricket field outside of the ICC events. So, where does the problem lie? Modi pointed out the root cause behind the lack of bilateral cricket between the two powerhouses. Speaking on ‘The Overlap Podcast’ with Michael Vaughan, Modi said that the politicisation of the Pakistan Cricket Board is a significant reason for restricting the resumption of head-to-head cricket between India and Pakistan. Also read | MCA launches BCCI-like contract system in domestic cricket, becomes first board to implement Modi stressed that had the PCB been run independently, without any political influence, there could have been some traction. “The problem is, if the Pakistan Cricket Board were independent and ran independently without political influence, we would have some traction. But today, it is so politicised by the powers that be,” Modi said. Further commenting on how things usually shape up at the political level, Modi admitted to rising tensions at the top, which are unlikely to fade away anytime soon. The IPL founder concluded by saying that we cannot expect cricket to take precedence. “There is tension at the political level, and that is not going away. It’s only going to get worse, so I fear for the players,” he said, before concluding, “I don’t think it will be possible in the near future. Realistically, I don’t see anything happening there.” Summing up, Modi said, “Pakistan is a problem. That’s all I can say.” ‘I resumed IND-PAK cricket’ Claiming to be the flag-bearer to resume India-Pakistan cricket in 2006, Modi recalled reviving engagement through exhibition matches and tournaments. “I was the first one after nine years to bring India and Pakistan together in 2006 with the Friendship Series. I started with the Glasgow match and then did another one in Abu Dhabi when the new stadium was built. We brought them back together,” he said. Modi, however, was also the mind behind including Pakistani players in the IPL, with several superstars featuring across almost all eight franchises. “I was also the one who brought Pakistani players into the IPL, and then had to move them out after the 26/11 attacks in Mumbai,” Modi noted.

Lalit Modi has ruled out the resumption of India-Pakistan bilateral cricket, blaming the "politicisation" of the PCB. In a candid interview with Michael Vaughan, Modi reflects on his role in the 2006 Friendship Series and why current tensions make a neutral venue series "impossible" for now.

Lalit Modi breaks silence on India-Pakistan cricket ties; explains why bilateral series remains a dream

Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is all set to become the first association in Indian domestic cricket to offer contracts to players after an announcement was made on Thursday (April 16). MCA will reward players with contracts like the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with players set to be rewarded for their hard work on the field. Players will be categorised into three brackets, where they will be paid based on their ranks and performance.<h2>MCA set to reward players with contracts</h2>"The system is designed to support players who are on the cusp of higher honours, ensuring stability and motivation to perform consistently at the domestic level," the MCA said in a release.&nbsp;"This initiative marks a new era for Mumbai cricket," MCA president Ajinkya Naik said. "We are proud to be the first association to implement a player contract system - a progressive step that will provide greater security, structure, and growth opportunities for our Mumbai players. It reflects our vision to strengthen the foundation of Mumbai cricket and empower the next generation of cricketers."&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>How will the contract system work?</h2>Grade A: ₹12 lakh to 20 lakh per annumGrade B: ₹8 lakh to 12 lakh per annumGrade C: ₹8 lakh per annum&nbsp;Apart from this, players will be entitled to match fees, daily allowances and performance-based incentives, as per the MCA policies.&nbsp;Currently seasoned players earn about ₹200,000 per match, with roughly around ₹40,000 per match day.&nbsp;<h2>Ranji Trophy Match Fees Structure (Per Day) (as per Espncricinfo)</h2>0–20 Matches: ₹40,000 per day21–40 Matches: ₹50,000 per day41+ Matches: ₹60,000 per dayNon-Playing Members: ₹25,000 per day&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;This means players, if Mumbai reaches the final of the Ranji Trophy and a top-category player plays in every contest, then he will earn around ₹22 lakh through match fees. Adding fees for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, Duleep Trophy and other bonuses and allowances, a top player could earn around ₹50-60 lakh before contract money. This means a player participating in every match for Mumbai and is successful in winning all the matches and the tournament could earn around ₹70 lakh per season. &nbsp;

MCA will reward players with contracts like the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with players set to be rewarded for their hard work on the field. Players will be categorised into three brackets, where they will be paid based on their ranks and performance.

Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is all set to become the first association in Indian domestic cricket to offer contracts to players after an announcement was made on Thursday (April 16). MCA will reward players with contracts like the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with players set to be rewarded for their hard work on the field. Players will be categorised into three brackets, where they will be paid based on their ranks and performance. MCA set to reward players with contracts "The system is designed to support players who are on the cusp of higher honours, ensuring stability and motivation to perform consistently at the domestic level," the MCA said in a release. "This initiative marks a new era for Mumbai cricket," MCA president Ajinkya Naik said. "We are proud to be the first association to implement a player contract system - a progressive step that will provide greater security, structure, and growth opportunities for our Mumbai players. It reflects our vision to strengthen the foundation of Mumbai cricket and empower the next generation of cricketers." ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions How will the contract system work? Grade A: ₹12 lakh to 20 lakh per annum Grade B: ₹8 lakh to 12 lakh per annum Grade C: ₹8 lakh per annum Apart from this, players will be entitled to match fees, daily allowances and performance-based incentives, as per the MCA policies. Currently seasoned players earn about ₹200,000 per match, with roughly around ₹40,000 per match day. Ranji Trophy Match Fees Structure (Per Day) (as per Espncricinfo) 0–20 Matches: ₹40,000 per day 21–40 Matches: ₹50,000 per day 41+ Matches: ₹60,000 per day Non-Playing Members: ₹25,000 per day ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL This means players, if Mumbai reaches the final of the Ranji Trophy and a top-category player plays in every contest, then he will earn around ₹22 lakh through match fees. Adding fees for Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, Duleep Trophy and other bonuses and allowances, a top player could earn around ₹50-60 lakh before contract money. This means a player participating in every match for Mumbai and is successful in winning all the matches and the tournament could earn around ₹70 lakh per season.

MCA will reward players with contracts like the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with players set to be rewarded for their hard work on the field. Players will be categorised into three brackets, where they will be paid based on their ranks and performance.

MCA launches BCCI-like contract system in domestic cricket, becomes first board to implement

Delhi Capitals (DC) are all set to take defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Saturday (April 18) as the two meet in “The Rivalry” week of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Having lost back-to-back games in IPL 2026, DC will look for a swift reply as they take on in-form RCB at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Speaking ahead of the contest was DC star Vipraj Nigam, who opened up on the team preparations ahead of the crucial contest.<h2>Vipraj opens up on DC preparations</h2>Having won their opening two matches of the IPL 2026 season against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Mumbai Indians (MI), DC lost to Gujarat Titans in a last-ball thriller. DC were then on the receiving end of another defeat as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat them in Chennai. Now facing an uphill task against RCB on Saturday, Nigam highlighted that the morale in the team is high as they vow to bounce back against the spirited defending champions.&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;“Morale is still high, yes, we have lost two matches, but whatever mistakes we have made, we have worked on them. The one week we had, we worked on addressing the key issues and what led to our defeats against GT and CSK. Hopefully, we will make a comeback in the tournament and who knows, we might make our comeback during the RCB match on Saturday,” Vipraj said while answering WION’s Aditya Pimpale on ‘JioStar Press Room’ during IPL 2026 Rivalry Week.&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;“Talking of the morale, it is fantastic and everyone is positive, including senior members of the team like the coaching staff, captain, players and others. Coaches have given us the freedom and the space, so we are up for the RCB task,” Vipraj added.&nbsp;Delhi are currently on a three-match away run, which will conclude next week when they face SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Hyderabad. DC’s next home game is against PBKS on Saturday (April 25) before they face RCB on the following Monday.

Having lost back-to-back games in IPL 2026, DC will look for a swift reply as they take on in-form RCB at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Speaking ahead of the contest was DC star Vipraj Nigam, who opened up on the team preparations ahead of the crucial contest.

Delhi Capitals (DC) are all set to take defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Saturday (April 18) as the two meet in “The Rivalry” week of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Having lost back-to-back games in IPL 2026, DC will look for a swift reply as they take on in-form RCB at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Speaking ahead of the contest was DC star Vipraj Nigam, who opened up on the team preparations ahead of the crucial contest. Vipraj opens up on DC preparations Having won their opening two matches of the IPL 2026 season against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Mumbai Indians (MI), DC lost to Gujarat Titans in a last-ball thriller. DC were then on the receiving end of another defeat as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat them in Chennai. Now facing an uphill task against RCB on Saturday, Nigam highlighted that the morale in the team is high as they vow to bounce back against the spirited defending champions. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL “Morale is still high, yes, we have lost two matches, but whatever mistakes we have made, we have worked on them. The one week we had, we worked on addressing the key issues and what led to our defeats against GT and CSK. Hopefully, we will make a comeback in the tournament and who knows, we might make our comeback during the RCB match on Saturday,” Vipraj said while answering WION’s Aditya Pimpale on ‘JioStar Press Room’ during IPL 2026 Rivalry Week. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions “Talking of the morale, it is fantastic and everyone is positive, including senior members of the team like the coaching staff, captain, players and others. Coaches have given us the freedom and the space, so we are up for the RCB task,” Vipraj added. Delhi are currently on a three-match away run, which will conclude next week when they face SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Hyderabad. DC’s next home game is against PBKS on Saturday (April 25) before they face RCB on the following Monday.

Having lost back-to-back games in IPL 2026, DC will look for a swift reply as they take on in-form RCB at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Speaking ahead of the contest was DC star Vipraj Nigam, who opened up on the team preparations ahead of the crucial contest.

IPL 2026: Vipraj Nigam backs Delhi to bounce back to form, says 'might make our comeback during RCB match'

Australian Test captain Pat Cummins has cleared fitness tests and will fly to India to link up with his IPL franchise, SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), for his potential return to the playing XI at the end of April. Cummins, who has been out of action since featuring in the Adelaide Test late last year due to a lumbar stress fracture, will make his anticipated comeback to cricket fully fit for the first time since July 2025. While this comes as a massive boost for a franchise, which recently won its home fixture against the Rajasthan Royals on the back of two fast-bowling debutants, SRH has lost English seamer David Payne to an ankle injury for the remainder of the season.&nbsp;Leading the Orange Army in this cash-rich league, Cummins was with the team at the start of the tournament before flying home earlier this month for his scheduled follow-up scans. Upon receiving the green signal for his participation in IPL 2026, Cummins is likely to be included in the XI for the away game against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Saturday (Apr 25).&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-csk-sour-over-viral-idli-dosa-chutney-anthem-in-rcb-clash-lodges-complaint-with-bcci-april-5-m-chinnaswamy-bengaluru-stadium-dj-1776338406484">IPL 2026: CSK sour over viral ‘Idli, dosa, chutney’ anthem in RCB clash; lodges complaint with BCCI</a> &nbsp;While he remained in contention for a surprise return during the concluded T20 World Cup in February-March, Cummins failed to attain full fitness in time for the ICC event. Fast forward two months, and his injury status didn’t change much as his recovery continued, forcing SRH to name Ishan Kishan as the stand-in captain. Under Kishan’s leadership, SRH failed to click in earlier games, with bowling being their weakest link. &nbsp;After trying seasoned T20 campaigners for the first few games, the former champions decided to unleash two uncapped quicks, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, against Rajasthan, only for them to create history with respective four-wicket hauls on IPL debuts. The two reduced the Royals to 5/9 at one stage inside the Powerplay. Riding on their performances, SRH beat RR by 59 to pick up their second win of the season.&nbsp; &nbsp;Currently placed fourth on the points table, SRH has won two out of five contested matches.&nbsp;

Pat Cummins has cleared fitness tests for an April 25 return against the Rajasthan Royals, providing a massive boost to the franchise. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad face a fresh blow as seamer David Payne is ruled out of IPL 2026 with an ankle injury.

Australian Test captain Pat Cummins has cleared fitness tests and will fly to India to link up with his IPL franchise, SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), for his potential return to the playing XI at the end of April. Cummins, who has been out of action since featuring in the Adelaide Test late last year due to a lumbar stress fracture, will make his anticipated comeback to cricket fully fit for the first time since July 2025. While this comes as a massive boost for a franchise, which recently won its home fixture against the Rajasthan Royals on the back of two fast-bowling debutants, SRH has lost English seamer David Payne to an ankle injury for the remainder of the season. Leading the Orange Army in this cash-rich league, Cummins was with the team at the start of the tournament before flying home earlier this month for his scheduled follow-up scans. Upon receiving the green signal for his participation in IPL 2026, Cummins is likely to be included in the XI for the away game against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Saturday (Apr 25). Also read | IPL 2026: CSK sour over viral ‘Idli, dosa, chutney’ anthem in RCB clash; lodges complaint with BCCI While he remained in contention for a surprise return during the concluded T20 World Cup in February-March, Cummins failed to attain full fitness in time for the ICC event. Fast forward two months, and his injury status didn’t change much as his recovery continued, forcing SRH to name Ishan Kishan as the stand-in captain. Under Kishan’s leadership, SRH failed to click in earlier games, with bowling being their weakest link. After trying seasoned T20 campaigners for the first few games, the former champions decided to unleash two uncapped quicks, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, against Rajasthan, only for them to create history with respective four-wicket hauls on IPL debuts. The two reduced the Royals to 5/9 at one stage inside the Powerplay. Riding on their performances, SRH beat RR by 59 to pick up their second win of the season. Currently placed fourth on the points table, SRH has won two out of five contested matches.

Pat Cummins has cleared fitness tests for an April 25 return against the Rajasthan Royals, providing a massive boost to the franchise. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad face a fresh blow as seamer David Payne is ruled out of IPL 2026 with an ankle injury.

IPL 2026: Cummins clears fitness for late April return as SRH lose seamer Payne to ankle injury

In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Delhi Capitals have suffered consecutive close defeats, first by one run against Gujarat Titans in a thrilling match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, followed by a 23-run defeat to Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium. The side now gears up for another tough challenge against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday (Apr 18).&nbsp;Ahead of the clash, during a media interaction, Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi spoke to WION’s Aditya Bhatia about the team environment following the recent losses. He highlighted that the squad is actively working on its mistakes and focused on making improvements.&nbsp;“The games we’ve lost have been close and if we analyse them honestly, there were moments where we let ourselves down. That’s also the positive."&nbsp;"We’ve identified areas where we can improve. If we correct those, we can definitely move forward strongly. There’s something good building in this team,” said Lungi Ngidi.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-csk-sour-over-viral-idli-dosa-chutney-anthem-in-rcb-clash-lodges-complaint-with-bcci-april-5-m-chinnaswamy-bengaluru-stadium-dj-1776338406484">IPL 2026: CSK sour over viral ‘Idli, dosa, chutney’ anthem in RCB clash; lodges complaint with BCCI</a>&nbsp;When asked about their playoff chances, the right-arm pacer said that while predicting the future isn’t possible, the team has the quality to go deep in the tournament if they perform well.&nbsp;“I can’t predict the future, but we definitely have the squad to go far,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-he-didn-t-give-me-a-chance-ayush-shetty-after-loss-to-shi-yuqi-at-badminton-asia-championships-2026-1776147434350">'He didn't give me a chance': Ayush Shetty after loss to Shi Yuqi at Badminton Asia Championships 2026</a>&nbsp;Currently, Delhi Capitals sit fifth on the points table, with two wins and two losses from four matches and a net run rate of +0.322. Their upcoming clash against RCB in Bengaluru will be crucial as they aim to bounce back and regain winning momentum.

Ahead of the crucial clash against RCB, Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi spoke to WION about the team environment following recent defeats.

In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Delhi Capitals have suffered consecutive close defeats, first by one run against Gujarat Titans in a thrilling match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, followed by a 23-run defeat to Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium. The side now gears up for another tough challenge against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday (Apr 18). Ahead of the clash, during a media interaction, Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi spoke to WION’s Aditya Bhatia about the team environment following the recent losses. He highlighted that the squad is actively working on its mistakes and focused on making improvements. “The games we’ve lost have been close and if we analyse them honestly, there were moments where we let ourselves down. That’s also the positive." "We’ve identified areas where we can improve. If we correct those, we can definitely move forward strongly. There’s something good building in this team,” said Lungi Ngidi. Also Read - IPL 2026: CSK sour over viral ‘Idli, dosa, chutney’ anthem in RCB clash; lodges complaint with BCCI When asked about their playoff chances, the right-arm pacer said that while predicting the future isn’t possible, the team has the quality to go deep in the tournament if they perform well. “I can’t predict the future, but we definitely have the squad to go far,” he added. Also Read - 'He didn't give me a chance': Ayush Shetty after loss to Shi Yuqi at Badminton Asia Championships 2026 Currently, Delhi Capitals sit fifth on the points table, with two wins and two losses from four matches and a net run rate of +0.322. Their upcoming clash against RCB in Bengaluru will be crucial as they aim to bounce back and regain winning momentum.

Ahead of the crucial clash against RCB, Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi spoke to WION about the team environment following recent defeats.

IPL 2026: ‘We’ve identified areas,’ says Lungi Ngidi as DC look to recover from consecutive defeats

IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has raised a complaint with the BCCI over DJ’s choice of songs during their marquee away clash against the RCB in IPL 2026. The DJ played a viral anthem ‘Idli, dosa, chutney, chutney’ – a popular background score to internet memes about stereotyping South Indians, leaving a bad taste among the visiting side. A top IPL official also confirmed the development, “We have received a complaint from CSK and are looking into it.”&nbsp;Kasi Viswanathan, CSK’s CEO, confirmed the development, as quoted in an Indian Express report, “The DJs are usually around to support the home team. But at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, it was different. Certain comments were made against our players. Considering it, we have written to the BCCI to have a look into it.”&nbsp; &nbsp;Originally composed by musician Gana Appu, this viral song has made headlines on social media for similar reasons. It all began last year, ahead of RCB’s away game against CSK, when the franchise’s social media handle posted a clip of their then-gloveman, Jitesh Sharma, singing ‘Dosa, idli, sambar, chutney, chutney’, stirring strong reactions from CSK’s fans. Following that episode, the CSK management stepped in and instructed that such comments should not be directed at opposition players and fans.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-khaleel-ahmed-in-another-injury-blow-for-csk-out-for-the-season-1776327938929">IPL 2026 | Khaleel Ahmed, in another injury blow for CSK, out for the season</a> &nbsp;“After that incident, there hasn’t been any repeat of it. The DJ isn’t supposed to make any comment on the opposition players. Moreover, we are fortunate to have a lovely fan base that cheers us in numbers,” Viswanathan said.&nbsp; &nbsp;Other than this, the management also objected to comments made by the DJ following dismissals of CSK batters during their April 5 fixture. CSK maintained that the DJ’s job is to create positivity by cheering maximums and wickets and not this.&nbsp; &nbsp;“They are not there to undermine the rivals or insult them,” a CSK official said.<h3>CSK and RCB in IPL 2026</h3>While RCB continues its domination in their title defence this season, sitting at the top of the points table with four wins in five contested matches, its old foes, CSK, are languishing in the bottom half, sitting in the eighth spot with two wins and three losses in as many matches played thus far.&nbsp;RCB won their latest match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), and so did CSK, who beat KKR to win their second successive game this season and climb the points table.

CSK has lodged a formal complaint with the BCCI following their IPL 2026 clash against RCB. CEO Kasi Viswanathan raised concerns over the Chinnaswamy DJ's use of a viral meme song and allegedly disparaging comments. Read more on the Southern Derby drama and the latest IPL standings.

IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has raised a complaint with the BCCI over DJ’s choice of songs during their marquee away clash against the RCB in IPL 2026. The DJ played a viral anthem ‘Idli, dosa, chutney, chutney’ – a popular background score to internet memes about stereotyping South Indians, leaving a bad taste among the visiting side. A top IPL official also confirmed the development, “We have received a complaint from CSK and are looking into it.” Kasi Viswanathan, CSK’s CEO, confirmed the development, as quoted in an Indian Express report, “The DJs are usually around to support the home team. But at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, it was different. Certain comments were made against our players. Considering it, we have written to the BCCI to have a look into it.” Originally composed by musician Gana Appu, this viral song has made headlines on social media for similar reasons. It all began last year, ahead of RCB’s away game against CSK, when the franchise’s social media handle posted a clip of their then-gloveman, Jitesh Sharma, singing ‘Dosa, idli, sambar, chutney, chutney’, stirring strong reactions from CSK’s fans. Following that episode, the CSK management stepped in and instructed that such comments should not be directed at opposition players and fans. Also read | IPL 2026 | Khaleel Ahmed, in another injury blow for CSK, out for the season “After that incident, there hasn’t been any repeat of it. The DJ isn’t supposed to make any comment on the opposition players. Moreover, we are fortunate to have a lovely fan base that cheers us in numbers,” Viswanathan said. Other than this, the management also objected to comments made by the DJ following dismissals of CSK batters during their April 5 fixture. CSK maintained that the DJ’s job is to create positivity by cheering maximums and wickets and not this. “They are not there to undermine the rivals or insult them,” a CSK official said. CSK and RCB in IPL 2026 While RCB continues its domination in their title defence this season, sitting at the top of the points table with four wins in five contested matches, its old foes, CSK, are languishing in the bottom half, sitting in the eighth spot with two wins and three losses in as many matches played thus far. RCB won their latest match against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), and so did CSK, who beat KKR to win their second successive game this season and climb the points table.

CSK has lodged a formal complaint with the BCCI following their IPL 2026 clash against RCB. CEO Kasi Viswanathan raised concerns over the Chinnaswamy DJ's use of a viral meme song and allegedly disparaging comments. Read more on the Southern Derby drama and the latest IPL standings.

IPL 2026: CSK sour over viral ‘Idli, dosa, chutney’ anthem in RCB clash; lodges complaint with BCCI

In a blow for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of the remainder of the IPL 2026 because of an injury. This is definitely not good news for the five-time champions who had just started to get their campaign on the track with two consecutive wins after three back-to-back losses in the first three matches. Khaleel suffered the injury during CSK's last match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday (Apr 14) at Chepauk in Chennai. He had left the field five balls into the final over of the night as Gujapneet Singh completed the over.<h2>What injury happened to Khaleel Ahmed?</h2>Khaleel injured his right quadricep during the match against KKR and the CSK informed in an statement that "the injury sustained will take more than 12 weeks to heal," rendering him effectively out of the rest of the tournament. The left-arm pacer, in the five matches played, has been very effective, taking only two wickets at an average of 73.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-his-worst-nightmare-ex-aus-skipper-finch-says-kkr-need-not-to-play-green-because-of-price-tag-1776243519557">IPL 2026 | 'His worst nightmare': Ex-AUS skipper Finch says KKR need not to play Green because of price tag</a>This is not the first injury worry for CSK, for whom a couple of players, including MS Dhoni, are already trying to get fit. Dhoni is making a recovery from the calf injury which he suffered before the season and is yet to play a match this IPL.Apart from him pacer Nathan Ellis also has been sidelined from the season because of injury. Ellis's replacement Spencer Johnson is also recovering from an injury and is yet to link up with the squad.<h2>Where do CSK stand on points table?</h2>CSK currently are eighth on 10-team points table with four points from two wins and three losses in five matches played. They started the season with loss against Rajasthan Royals (8 wickets), Punjab Kings (5 wickets), and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (43 runs), before winning against Delhi Capitals (23 runs) and KKR (32 runs). CSK play next three matches against SRH (Apr 18), Mumbai Indians (Apr 23), and Gujarat Titans (Apr 26).

Khaleel suffered the injury during CSK's last match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday (Apr 14) at Chepauk in Chennai. He had left the field five balls into the final over of the night as Gujapneet Singh completed the over.

In a blow for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of the remainder of the IPL 2026 because of an injury. This is definitely not good news for the five-time champions who had just started to get their campaign on the track with two consecutive wins after three back-to-back losses in the first three matches. Khaleel suffered the injury during CSK's last match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday (Apr 14) at Chepauk in Chennai. He had left the field five balls into the final over of the night as Gujapneet Singh completed the over. What injury happened to Khaleel Ahmed? Khaleel injured his right quadricep during the match against KKR and the CSK informed in an statement that "the injury sustained will take more than 12 weeks to heal," rendering him effectively out of the rest of the tournament. The left-arm pacer, in the five matches played, has been very effective, taking only two wickets at an average of 73. Also Read - IPL 2026 | 'His worst nightmare': Ex-AUS skipper Finch says KKR need not to play Green because of price tag This is not the first injury worry for CSK, for whom a couple of players, including MS Dhoni, are already trying to get fit. Dhoni is making a recovery from the calf injury which he suffered before the season and is yet to play a match this IPL. Apart from him pacer Nathan Ellis also has been sidelined from the season because of injury. Ellis's replacement Spencer Johnson is also recovering from an injury and is yet to link up with the squad. Where do CSK stand on points table? CSK currently are eighth on 10-team points table with four points from two wins and three losses in five matches played. They started the season with loss against Rajasthan Royals (8 wickets), Punjab Kings (5 wickets), and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (43 runs), before winning against Delhi Capitals (23 runs) and KKR (32 runs). CSK play next three matches against SRH (Apr 18), Mumbai Indians (Apr 23), and Gujarat Titans (Apr 26).

Khaleel suffered the injury during CSK's last match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday (Apr 14) at Chepauk in Chennai. He had left the field five balls into the final over of the night as Gujapneet Singh completed the over.

IPL 2026 | Khaleel Ahmed, in another injury blow for CSK, out for the season

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won yesterday's (Apr 15) IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five wickets. With the win, RCB (8 points in 5 games) moved to top spot on the points table while LSG (4 points in 5 matches) slipped down to seventh. Chasing a modest 147, RCB were never in trouble as reached to the target in 16th over. For the defending champions, Virat Kohli top scored with 49 while skipper Rajat Patidar (27 off 13) and Jitesh Sharma (23 not out off 9), played handy cameos. For LSG, Prince Yadav took 3/32 in three overs and Avesh Khan picked up 2/23 in four overs.<h2>Not 100% fit Kohli takes RCB home</h2>Virat Kohli, who became the orange cap (228 runs) holder after his innings of 49 runs vs LSG, revealed after the game that he's not 100 percent fit. "I'm still not 100%. My knee was a bit sore last game. Even health-wise, I've been under the weather for four or five days now. So yeah, just getting back up to my best," said the veteran batter.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-s-vaishali-rameshbabu-scripts-history-beats-gm-kateryna-lagno-to-win-2026-fide-women-s-candidates-1776283355299">Vaishali Rameshbabu beats Kateryna Lagno to win 2026 FIDE Women's Candidates</a>After Phil Salt departed early, Kohli added 57 runs for the second wicket with Devdutt Padikkal and 20 runs with skipper Patidar before being dismissed on the 11th over with team at 86/3. RCB were well on course of victory by the time Kohli departed, needing 60-odd runs in nearly 10 overs with seven wickets left.<h2>Troubles mount for LSG</h2>`LSG started the season with a loss before winning next two matches but have lost their way in the last two games. Their batting is not coming together and it is costing them a lot. Speaking after the loss, batter Nicholas Pooran, who himself is horribly out of form, said: "Tough season for us, we were below par, 175 would have been competitive, we have been struggling with the bat ... It's T20 cricket, tough game, tough to stay consistent, guys have been working hard, it's a matter of time, have to stay patient and take the opportunity when it comes. I'm feeling really good, stroking the ball nicely but it hasn't gone my way. I've been in this situation before and confident I can do it."

With the 5-wicket win, RCB (8 points in 5 games) moved to top spot on the points table while LSG (4 points in 5 matches) slipped down to seventh. Chasing a modest 147, RCB were never in trouble as reached to the target in 16th over.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won yesterday's (Apr 15) IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five wickets. With the win, RCB (8 points in 5 games) moved to top spot on the points table while LSG (4 points in 5 matches) slipped down to seventh. Chasing a modest 147, RCB were never in trouble as reached to the target in 16th over. For the defending champions, Virat Kohli top scored with 49 while skipper Rajat Patidar (27 off 13) and Jitesh Sharma (23 not out off 9), played handy cameos. For LSG, Prince Yadav took 3/32 in three overs and Avesh Khan picked up 2/23 in four overs. Not 100% fit Kohli takes RCB home Virat Kohli, who became the orange cap (228 runs) holder after his innings of 49 runs vs LSG, revealed after the game that he's not 100 percent fit. "I'm still not 100%. My knee was a bit sore last game. Even health-wise, I've been under the weather for four or five days now. So yeah, just getting back up to my best," said the veteran batter. Also Read - Vaishali Rameshbabu beats Kateryna Lagno to win 2026 FIDE Women's Candidates After Phil Salt departed early, Kohli added 57 runs for the second wicket with Devdutt Padikkal and 20 runs with skipper Patidar before being dismissed on the 11th over with team at 86/3. RCB were well on course of victory by the time Kohli departed, needing 60-odd runs in nearly 10 overs with seven wickets left. Troubles mount for LSG `LSG started the season with a loss before winning next two matches but have lost their way in the last two games. Their batting is not coming together and it is costing them a lot. Speaking after the loss, batter Nicholas Pooran, who himself is horribly out of form, said: "Tough season for us, we were below par, 175 would have been competitive, we have been struggling with the bat ... It's T20 cricket, tough game, tough to stay consistent, guys have been working hard, it's a matter of time, have to stay patient and take the opportunity when it comes. I'm feeling really good, stroking the ball nicely but it hasn't gone my way. I've been in this situation before and confident I can do it."

With the 5-wicket win, RCB (8 points in 5 games) moved to top spot on the points table while LSG (4 points in 5 matches) slipped down to seventh. Chasing a modest 147, RCB were never in trouble as reached to the target in 16th over.

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Lucknow Super Giants? check result

LIV Golf on Wednesday moved to reassure players and staff that it remains fully funded, as reports circulated that the breakaway tour is on the verge of collapse due to the possible withdrawal of Saudi Arabian financing. The Saudi-backed tour has bitterly divided the world of golf since its 2022 launch, when several of the sport's biggest names were lured to defect from the traditional PGA and DP World tours with huge-money deals. Rumors have mounted in recent days that LIV Golf's deep-pocketed backers in Riyadh have cooled on the extravagantly expensive project, which has reportedly cost them over $5 billion so far.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chess-javokhir-sindarov-20-wins-fide-candidates-with-one-game-to-spare-to-set-up-world-championship-clash-vs-gukesh-1776235557825">Candidates | Sindarov, 20, wins to set up world title clash vs Gukesh</a>And multiple outlets including the Financial Times, New York Times and Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the near-$1-trillion Saudi sovereign wealth fund's withdrawal was imminent, all citing anonymous sources."I want to be crystal clear: Our season continues exactly as planned, uninterrupted and at full throttle," LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil wrote in an email to staff, including players, obtained by AFP.O'Neil's missive came as players assembled in Mexico City ahead of this week's LIV event, where tour organizers were presenting a business-as-usual front.The tour posted first-round tee times as usual, and even poked fun at the rumors on social media."Slow news day? We are ON," said one post, alongside an image with the words "BREAKING NEWS. TUNE IN TOMORROW" and the Mexico City tournament's starting times."LIV Golf funding and operations are continuing as planned," sources familiar with the tour's workings told AFP, pointing to a doubling in tour revenue from 2024 to 2025, and recent record attendances in Australia and South Africa.But Britain's Telegraph newspaper reported that LIV Golf executives had been called into a meeting in New York to discuss the potential fallout from a withdrawal of Saudi funding.The speculation comes as the Saudi fund on Wednesday unveiled a new five-year strategy that will reorganize its investments -- an announcement that came against the backdrop of war in the Middle East.The Gulf region has been hit hard by Iranian barrages on infrastructure, including airports, energy installations and ports following the US and Israeli attack on Iran in late February.Even before the war, Saudi Arabia's economic reforms were coming under pressure, with persistently low oil prices in recent years shrinking government revenues.Cracks have appeared in LIV Golf's player roster, as five-time major winner Brooks Koepka and former Masters champion Patrick Reed have recently ditched LIV for returns to the PGA Tour.<h2>'We are pioneers'</h2>If the LIV Golf tour were to cease operations, it is not clear how it would affect its remaining players.LIV star Sergio Garcia told a press conference in Mexico City that players "haven't heard anything" since the start of the year, when wealth fund's leader Yasir al-Rumayyan told golfers "that he's behind us, that they have a long-term project."In his letter, O'Neil did not directly dispute the rumors of a Saudi withdrawal, but said that "the life of a startup movement is often defined by these moments of pressure.""We signed up for this because we believe in disrupting the status quo," wrote the executive."We are pioneers, and while the road isn't always smooth, the destination is worth every mile," he added.

Rumors have mounted in recent days that LIV Golf's deep-pocketed backers in Riyadh have cooled on the extravagantly expensive project, which has reportedly cost them over $5 billion so far.

LIV Golf on Wednesday moved to reassure players and staff that it remains fully funded, as reports circulated that the breakaway tour is on the verge of collapse due to the possible withdrawal of Saudi Arabian financing. The Saudi-backed tour has bitterly divided the world of golf since its 2022 launch, when several of the sport's biggest names were lured to defect from the traditional PGA and DP World tours with huge-money deals. Rumors have mounted in recent days that LIV Golf's deep-pocketed backers in Riyadh have cooled on the extravagantly expensive project, which has reportedly cost them over $5 billion so far. Also Read - Candidates | Sindarov, 20, wins to set up world title clash vs Gukesh And multiple outlets including the Financial Times, New York Times and Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the near-$1-trillion Saudi sovereign wealth fund's withdrawal was imminent, all citing anonymous sources. "I want to be crystal clear: Our season continues exactly as planned, uninterrupted and at full throttle," LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil wrote in an email to staff, including players, obtained by AFP. O'Neil's missive came as players assembled in Mexico City ahead of this week's LIV event, where tour organizers were presenting a business-as-usual front. The tour posted first-round tee times as usual, and even poked fun at the rumors on social media. "Slow news day? We are ON," said one post, alongside an image with the words "BREAKING NEWS. TUNE IN TOMORROW" and the Mexico City tournament's starting times. "LIV Golf funding and operations are continuing as planned," sources familiar with the tour's workings told AFP, pointing to a doubling in tour revenue from 2024 to 2025, and recent record attendances in Australia and South Africa. But Britain's Telegraph newspaper reported that LIV Golf executives had been called into a meeting in New York to discuss the potential fallout from a withdrawal of Saudi funding. The speculation comes as the Saudi fund on Wednesday unveiled a new five-year strategy that will reorganize its investments -- an announcement that came against the backdrop of war in the Middle East. The Gulf region has been hit hard by Iranian barrages on infrastructure, including airports, energy installations and ports following the US and Israeli attack on Iran in late February. Even before the war, Saudi Arabia's economic reforms were coming under pressure, with persistently low oil prices in recent years shrinking government revenues. Cracks have appeared in LIV Golf's player roster, as five-time major winner Brooks Koepka and former Masters champion Patrick Reed have recently ditched LIV for returns to the PGA Tour. 'We are pioneers' If the LIV Golf tour were to cease operations, it is not clear how it would affect its remaining players. LIV star Sergio Garcia told a press conference in Mexico City that players "haven't heard anything" since the start of the year, when wealth fund's leader Yasir al-Rumayyan told golfers "that he's behind us, that they have a long-term project." In his letter, O'Neil did not directly dispute the rumors of a Saudi withdrawal, but said that "the life of a startup movement is often defined by these moments of pressure." "We signed up for this because we believe in disrupting the status quo," wrote the executive. "We are pioneers, and while the road isn't always smooth, the destination is worth every mile," he added.

Rumors have mounted in recent days that LIV Golf's deep-pocketed backers in Riyadh have cooled on the extravagantly expensive project, which has reportedly cost them over $5 billion so far.

LIV Golf reassures players against rumours of Saudi funding withdrawal

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) went top of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) standings after they smashed Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (April 15). Playing at the at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB had Virat Kohli (49) and Rasikh Salam Dar (24/4) to thank as the duo helped RCB win by five wickets. The win also saw RCB claim top spot in the standings with their fourth win in five IPL 2026 matches.<h2>RCB smash LSG at home</h2>The 37-year-old Kohli was only able to play as a batter due to an injury suffered in Bengaluru's previous win over the Mumbai Indians. After sitting out of the first innings, he got his team off to a strong start in a modest chase of 147 after opening partner Phil Salt departed for seven in the second over. Bengaluru raced to their fourth win in five matches with 29 balls to spare, moving level on points with Rajasthan Royals but top of the 10-team table on net run-rate.&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;Kohli, who made 50 in the previous match, hit six fours off new-ball bowlers Mohammed Shami and Prince Yadav before he crunched his only six off spinner Digvesh Rathi. Kohli looked in control but missed out on his fifty, caught in the deep off Avesh Khan. Kohli is the leading run-scorer this season with 228, including two half-centuries in five matches, but he is hungry for more.&nbsp;Bengaluru lost two more wickets, including skipper Rajat Patidar for 27, before Tim David and Romario Shepherd -- who both scored 14 not out -- steered the team home.&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>What happened in LSG innings?</h2>Earlier, Rasikh Salam returned figures of 24/4 to help bowl out Lucknow for 146 in exactly 20 overs. Salam, who dismissed Lucknow opener Aiden Markram for 12, was ably supported by senior pace bowlers Bhuvneshwar Kumar (27/3) and Josh Hazlewood (20/1). Lucknow skipper Rishabh Pant was hit on the elbow by a short delivery from Hazlewood and retired hurt, grimacing in pain, after just three balls.&nbsp;Pant later returned but quickly fell to a stunning outfield catch by Salt off Kumar. He made one. Mitchell Marsh top-scored with 40, but the Lucknow batters largely struggled in a below-par performance to go down for their third defeat in five matches.

Playing at the at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB had Virat Kohli (49) and Rasikh Salam Dar (24/4) to thank as the duo helped RCB win by five wickets. The win also saw RCB claim top spot in the standings with their fourth win in five IPL 2026 matches.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) went top of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) standings after they smashed Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (April 15). Playing at the at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB had Virat Kohli (49) and Rasikh Salam Dar (24/4) to thank as the duo helped RCB win by five wickets. The win also saw RCB claim top spot in the standings with their fourth win in five IPL 2026 matches. RCB smash LSG at home The 37-year-old Kohli was only able to play as a batter due to an injury suffered in Bengaluru's previous win over the Mumbai Indians. After sitting out of the first innings, he got his team off to a strong start in a modest chase of 147 after opening partner Phil Salt departed for seven in the second over. Bengaluru raced to their fourth win in five matches with 29 balls to spare, moving level on points with Rajasthan Royals but top of the 10-team table on net run-rate. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Kohli, who made 50 in the previous match, hit six fours off new-ball bowlers Mohammed Shami and Prince Yadav before he crunched his only six off spinner Digvesh Rathi. Kohli looked in control but missed out on his fifty, caught in the deep off Avesh Khan. Kohli is the leading run-scorer this season with 228, including two half-centuries in five matches, but he is hungry for more. Bengaluru lost two more wickets, including skipper Rajat Patidar for 27, before Tim David and Romario Shepherd -- who both scored 14 not out -- steered the team home. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions What happened in LSG innings? Earlier, Rasikh Salam returned figures of 24/4 to help bowl out Lucknow for 146 in exactly 20 overs. Salam, who dismissed Lucknow opener Aiden Markram for 12, was ably supported by senior pace bowlers Bhuvneshwar Kumar (27/3) and Josh Hazlewood (20/1). Lucknow skipper Rishabh Pant was hit on the elbow by a short delivery from Hazlewood and retired hurt, grimacing in pain, after just three balls. Pant later returned but quickly fell to a stunning outfield catch by Salt off Kumar. He made one. Mitchell Marsh top-scored with 40, but the Lucknow batters largely struggled in a below-par performance to go down for their third defeat in five matches.

Playing at the at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, RCB had Virat Kohli (49) and Rasikh Salam Dar (24/4) to thank as the duo helped RCB win by five wickets. The win also saw RCB claim top spot in the standings with their fourth win in five IPL 2026 matches.

IPL 2026: Virat, Rasikh help RCB smash LSG on home turf, claim top spot in standings

Punjab Kings (PBKS) are all set to take on five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday (April 16) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as both teams look to snatch two points. While MI will enter the contest on the back of three consecutive defeats, PBKS remain the only undefeated team in the season. Ahead of the contest, PBKS batter Nehal Wadhera credited captain Shreyas Iyer, who has played a crucial role in the team’s dominance.<h2>Nehal credits Shreyas</h2>"I was talking to Shreyas recently and he told me, ‘You play freely, taking pressure is my job.’ It tells you a lot about him as a leader—he enjoys that responsibility. Seeing him finish games and stay not out in our recent wins has been fabulous for the entire group," Wadhera said on the eve of the MI vs PBKS contest during the press conference.&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 added that the environment in the dressing room has been shaped by a culture of relentless positivity, led by head coach Ricky Ponting. Nehal noted that the coaching staff focuses on mental development just as much as technical skills.&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;"There is no negative word in his dictionary. He always chooses the positive path and backs us to play without fear. He is always there in the nets, standing and analysing every shot to see how we can be better. That kind of backing gives every player a massive boost in confidence," Nehal explained.&nbsp;Punjab Kings arrive in Mumbai following a massive six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last outing, where the team chased 219 with 7 balls to spare. PBKS will take on MI at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. IST.

Punjab Kings arrive in Mumbai following a massive six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last outing, where the team chased 219 with 7 balls to spare. PBKS will take on MI at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. IST.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) are all set to take on five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday (April 16) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as both teams look to snatch two points. While MI will enter the contest on the back of three consecutive defeats, PBKS remain the only undefeated team in the season. Ahead of the contest, PBKS batter Nehal Wadhera credited captain Shreyas Iyer, who has played a crucial role in the team’s dominance. Nehal credits Shreyas "I was talking to Shreyas recently and he told me, ‘You play freely, taking pressure is my job.’ It tells you a lot about him as a leader—he enjoys that responsibility. Seeing him finish games and stay not out in our recent wins has been fabulous for the entire group," Wadhera said on the eve of the MI vs PBKS contest during the press conference. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions He added that the environment in the dressing room has been shaped by a culture of relentless positivity, led by head coach Ricky Ponting. Nehal noted that the coaching staff focuses on mental development just as much as technical skills. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL "There is no negative word in his dictionary. He always chooses the positive path and backs us to play without fear. He is always there in the nets, standing and analysing every shot to see how we can be better. That kind of backing gives every player a massive boost in confidence," Nehal explained. Punjab Kings arrive in Mumbai following a massive six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last outing, where the team chased 219 with 7 balls to spare. PBKS will take on MI at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. IST.

Punjab Kings arrive in Mumbai following a massive six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last outing, where the team chased 219 with 7 balls to spare. PBKS will take on MI at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. IST.

IPL 2026: Wadhera credits Iyer after positive start, says 'you play freely, taking pressure is my job'

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made two key changes to the Playing XI in their Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on&nbsp;Wednesday (April 15) as Virat Kohli missed out on action. Playing at their home ground at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Virat was omitted from the Playing XI while Josh Hazlewood came in place of Jacob Duffy, having missed the contest against the Mumbai Indians on Sunday.<h2>Virat misses out on Playing XI</h2>Having won the toss, RCB captain Rajat Patidar decided to bowl first before announcing the team news for the LSG contest. Virat was suffering from a leg issue and did not take to the field against the Mumbai Indians on Sunday, having scored a 37-ball fifty. He was clearly seen in pain during the RCB innings. He was replaced under the Impact Sub rule, meaning RCB retained a fully fit Playing XI while defending the 241-run target.&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;On the other hand, Hazlewood was given the nod in the bowling department as Duffy made way for him. The Australian pacer was dropped against Mumbai but reinstated for the crucial clash on Wednesday.&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>Will Virat come in as Impact Sub?</h2>While Virat won’t be taking the field against LSG, his involvement won’t be ruled out entirely in the match. He is expected to come in as an impact sub when RCB come out to bat in the second innings. Virat’s involvement in the match could also depend on the total RCB could chase. In case there is a big total, RCB might ask Virat to bat, while a low score could see him miss out altogether.

Playing at their home ground at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Virat Kohli was omitted from the Playing XI while Josh Hazlewood came in place of Jacob Duffy, having missed the contest against the Mumbai Indians on Sunday.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) made two key changes to the Playing XI in their Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday (April 15) as Virat Kohli missed out on action. Playing at their home ground at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Virat was omitted from the Playing XI while Josh Hazlewood came in place of Jacob Duffy, having missed the contest against the Mumbai Indians on Sunday. Virat misses out on Playing XI Having won the toss, RCB captain Rajat Patidar decided to bowl first before announcing the team news for the LSG contest. Virat was suffering from a leg issue and did not take to the field against the Mumbai Indians on Sunday, having scored a 37-ball fifty. He was clearly seen in pain during the RCB innings. He was replaced under the Impact Sub rule, meaning RCB retained a fully fit Playing XI while defending the 241-run target. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL On the other hand, Hazlewood was given the nod in the bowling department as Duffy made way for him. The Australian pacer was dropped against Mumbai but reinstated for the crucial clash on Wednesday. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Will Virat come in as Impact Sub? While Virat won’t be taking the field against LSG, his involvement won’t be ruled out entirely in the match. He is expected to come in as an impact sub when RCB come out to bat in the second innings. Virat’s involvement in the match could also depend on the total RCB could chase. In case there is a big total, RCB might ask Virat to bat, while a low score could see him miss out altogether.

Playing at their home ground at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Virat Kohli was omitted from the Playing XI while Josh Hazlewood came in place of Jacob Duffy, having missed the contest against the Mumbai Indians on Sunday.

IPL 2026: Virat misses out on Playing XI vs LSG, Hazlewood returns in place of Duffy for RCB

From Chennai Super Kings to Mumbai Indians here is a look at five teams with most wins against a team in IPL history. The elite also features the likes of Kolkata Knight Riders while the likes of Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are on the receiving end. 

From Chennai Super Kings to Mumbai Indians here is a look at five teams with most wins against a team in IPL history. The elite also features the likes of Kolkata Knight Riders while the likes of Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are on the receiving end.

From Chennai Super Kings to Mumbai Indians, 5 teams with most wins against a team in IPL history

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are dealing with a lot of pressure right now and their multi-million dollar buy Cameron Green is facing a lot of heat with his performance. Green, the highly-talented Aussie all-rounder, hasn't been able to live up to his billing which has added to the headache of the side. Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch, meanwhile, has questioned KKR's decision to make Green bat at number 6 vs CSK on Tuesday (Apr 14), calling it the batter's worst nightmare. Green has scores of 18, 2, 4, 32* and 0 in five matches played as a batter and has taken just one wicket in four overs bowled across last two innings.<h2>Finch on Green batting at number 6 vs CSK</h2>"Starting against two spinners [Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad], he only lasted one ball. But that's his worst nightmare, walking out to bat [against spin], particularly in a run chase. He's playing out of position. His best numbers have been at the top of the order," Finch said on ESPNCricinfo's TimeOut.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-skipper-rahane-admits-it-is-tough-after-kkr-s-fourth-loss-in-five-matches-1776225790531">IPL 2026 | Rahane admits 'it is tough' after KKR's fourth loss in five matches</a>Finch also said that it is not necessary to include a player in XI based on price tag, hinting at Green's IPL auction price: "I don't think you ever pick a team on price tags. That would be really ignorant to do that. Because buying at the auction is a supply and demand of a skill set that you bring. It's not about, well, we have to play this guy because we paid this much for him."Notably, KKR bought Green at IPL auction in December last year for INR 25.20 crore ($2.80 million) - making him the costliest foreign player in the history of the cash-rich league.<h2>Where to KKR stand on points table?</h2>KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table with just one point from five matches. They have lost matches and the solitary point came from the washed out match vs Punjab Kings which ended in no result.

Notably, KKR bought Green at IPL auction in December last year for INR 25.20 crore ($2.80 million) - making him the costliest foreign player in the history of the cash-rich league. He has scored 18, 2, 4, 32* and 0 in five matches played as a batter and has taken just one wicket in four overs bowled across last two innings.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are dealing with a lot of pressure right now and their multi-million dollar buy Cameron Green is facing a lot of heat with his performance. Green, the highly-talented Aussie all-rounder, hasn't been able to live up to his billing which has added to the headache of the side. Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch, meanwhile, has questioned KKR's decision to make Green bat at number 6 vs CSK on Tuesday (Apr 14), calling it the batter's worst nightmare. Green has scores of 18, 2, 4, 32* and 0 in five matches played as a batter and has taken just one wicket in four overs bowled across last two innings. Finch on Green batting at number 6 vs CSK "Starting against two spinners [Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad], he only lasted one ball. But that's his worst nightmare, walking out to bat [against spin], particularly in a run chase. He's playing out of position. His best numbers have been at the top of the order," Finch said on ESPNCricinfo's TimeOut. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Rahane admits 'it is tough' after KKR's fourth loss in five matches Finch also said that it is not necessary to include a player in XI based on price tag, hinting at Green's IPL auction price: "I don't think you ever pick a team on price tags. That would be really ignorant to do that. Because buying at the auction is a supply and demand of a skill set that you bring. It's not about, well, we have to play this guy because we paid this much for him." Notably, KKR bought Green at IPL auction in December last year for INR 25.20 crore ($2.80 million) - making him the costliest foreign player in the history of the cash-rich league. Where to KKR stand on points table? KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table with just one point from five matches. They have lost matches and the solitary point came from the washed out match vs Punjab Kings which ended in no result.

Notably, KKR bought Green at IPL auction in December last year for INR 25.20 crore ($2.80 million) - making him the costliest foreign player in the history of the cash-rich league. He has scored 18, 2, 4, 32* and 0 in five matches played as a batter and has taken just one wicket in four overs bowled across last two innings.

IPL 2026 | 'His worst nightmare': Ex-AUS skipper Finch says KKR need not to play Green because of price tag

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are still winless in the IPL 2026 and skipper Ajinkya Rahane has admitted that 'it is tough'. The statement comes after KKR's 32-run loss vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Tuesday (Apr 14) at Chennai. The loss was KKR's fourth in five matches with one match ending in no-result. Sitting at the bottom of the points table, it is already hard for KKR to catch up with rest of the teams and even harder to make the playoffs. Things, however, can change in the tournament if past is any indicator but KKR would need to pull up their socks and give their best in the remaining nine league stage matches.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-gt-csk-fixtures-swapped-after-venue-twist-here-s-why-1776149228679">IPL 2026: GT-CSK fixtures swapped after venue twist - Here's why</a><h2>Rahane reacts after KKR's fourth loss in five games</h2>"It is tough, not winning matches. About having to keep our heads up, chins up. If the results are not going your way, you have to think about combinations, but it is about being positive and keeping your heads up," Rahane said after the loss against CSK at Chepauk.Speaking on the reasons behind the latest loss, Rahane opined: "36-37 in the powerplay (from us) was very important (in the result). We needed one batter to bat through till the end (for us to have a good chance)."KKR have also been dealing with tough choices in terms of team selection and combination but Rahane feels "combination wise, the one we had, last game and this, was really good."<h2>What went wrong vs CSK?</h2>The three-time winners sent Sunil Narine to open the innings with Finn Allen in chase of 193 but it didn't work as Allen was dismissed in second over. Rahane and Narine (24) could only add 16 more runs before the West Indies all-rounder was also sent back. A 60-run partnership happened between Rahane (28) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (27) before things went awry for KKR again. KKR became 90/6 from 79/2 in space of 20 balls, effectively ending their chase. Rovman Powell (31) and Ramandeep Singh (35) did add 63 runs for the seventh wicket but it was too little too late by then.

Sitting at the bottom of the points table, it is already hard for KKR to catch up with rest of the teams and even harder to make the playoffs. Things, however, can change in the tournament if past is any indicator but KKR would need to pull up their socks and give their best.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are still winless in the IPL 2026 and skipper Ajinkya Rahane has admitted that 'it is tough'. The statement comes after KKR's 32-run loss vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Tuesday (Apr 14) at Chennai. The loss was KKR's fourth in five matches with one match ending in no-result. Sitting at the bottom of the points table, it is already hard for KKR to catch up with rest of the teams and even harder to make the playoffs. Things, however, can change in the tournament if past is any indicator but KKR would need to pull up their socks and give their best in the remaining nine league stage matches. Also Read - IPL 2026: GT-CSK fixtures swapped after venue twist - Here's why Rahane reacts after KKR's fourth loss in five games "It is tough, not winning matches. About having to keep our heads up, chins up. If the results are not going your way, you have to think about combinations, but it is about being positive and keeping your heads up," Rahane said after the loss against CSK at Chepauk. Speaking on the reasons behind the latest loss, Rahane opined: "36-37 in the powerplay (from us) was very important (in the result). We needed one batter to bat through till the end (for us to have a good chance)." KKR have also been dealing with tough choices in terms of team selection and combination but Rahane feels "combination wise, the one we had, last game and this, was really good." What went wrong vs CSK? The three-time winners sent Sunil Narine to open the innings with Finn Allen in chase of 193 but it didn't work as Allen was dismissed in second over. Rahane and Narine (24) could only add 16 more runs before the West Indies all-rounder was also sent back. A 60-run partnership happened between Rahane (28) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (27) before things went awry for KKR again. KKR became 90/6 from 79/2 in space of 20 balls, effectively ending their chase. Rovman Powell (31) and Ramandeep Singh (35) did add 63 runs for the seventh wicket but it was too little too late by then.

Sitting at the bottom of the points table, it is already hard for KKR to catch up with rest of the teams and even harder to make the playoffs. Things, however, can change in the tournament if past is any indicator but KKR would need to pull up their socks and give their best.

IPL 2026 | Skipper Rahane admits 'it is tough' after KKR's fourth loss in five matches

The five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the IPL 2026 match on Tuesday (Apr 14) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Chennai by 32 runs. Chasing a total of 193 runs, KKR could manage only 160/7 in 20 overs as they succumbed to their fourth loss of the season in five matches played so far. As for CSK, they seem to be getting back in the mix with second consecutive win after losing first three matches on the trot. CSK have risen to number 8 position on the points table with four points from two wins in five matches while KKR remain at the very bottom with just one point from five matches which came in a no result match against Punjab Kings.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-gt-csk-fixtures-swapped-after-venue-twist-here-s-why-1776149228679">IPL 2026: GT-CSK fixtures swapped after venue twist - Here's why</a><h2>KKR batting falters in chase</h2>The three-time winners sent Sunil Narine to open the innings with Finn Allen but it didn't work as Allen was dismissed in second over. Rahane and Narine (24) could only add 16 more runs before the West Indies all-rounder was also sent back. A 60-run partnership happened between Rahane (28) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (27) before things went awry for KKR again. KKR became 90/6 from 79/2 in space of 20 balls, effectively ending their chase. Rovman Powell (31) and Ramandeep Singh (35) did add 63 runs for the seventh wicket but it was too little too late by then.<h2>CSK put up good show at home</h2>CSK did not start batting well, losing skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad in the third over. Sanju Samson (48) and Ayush Mhatre (38), however, kept them going with 48-run partnership in 3.4 overs. Dewald Brevis (41), Sarfaraz Khan (23), Shivam Dube (13 not out) then ensured CSK innings keeps up the scoring rate despite KKR bowlers making a comeback in the second half of the innings.

Chasing a total of 193 runs, KKR could manage only 160/7 in 20 overs as they succumbed to their fourth loss of the season in five matches played so far. As for CSK, they seem to be getting back in the mix with second consecutive win after losing first three matches on the trot.

The five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the IPL 2026 match on Tuesday (Apr 14) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Chennai by 32 runs. Chasing a total of 193 runs, KKR could manage only 160/7 in 20 overs as they succumbed to their fourth loss of the season in five matches played so far. As for CSK, they seem to be getting back in the mix with second consecutive win after losing first three matches on the trot. CSK have risen to number 8 position on the points table with four points from two wins in five matches while KKR remain at the very bottom with just one point from five matches which came in a no result match against Punjab Kings. Also Read - IPL 2026: GT-CSK fixtures swapped after venue twist - Here's why KKR batting falters in chase The three-time winners sent Sunil Narine to open the innings with Finn Allen but it didn't work as Allen was dismissed in second over. Rahane and Narine (24) could only add 16 more runs before the West Indies all-rounder was also sent back. A 60-run partnership happened between Rahane (28) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (27) before things went awry for KKR again. KKR became 90/6 from 79/2 in space of 20 balls, effectively ending their chase. Rovman Powell (31) and Ramandeep Singh (35) did add 63 runs for the seventh wicket but it was too little too late by then. CSK put up good show at home CSK did not start batting well, losing skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad in the third over. Sanju Samson (48) and Ayush Mhatre (38), however, kept them going with 48-run partnership in 3.4 overs. Dewald Brevis (41), Sarfaraz Khan (23), Shivam Dube (13 not out) then ensured CSK innings keeps up the scoring rate despite KKR bowlers making a comeback in the second half of the innings.

Chasing a total of 193 runs, KKR could manage only 160/7 in 20 overs as they succumbed to their fourth loss of the season in five matches played so far. As for CSK, they seem to be getting back in the mix with second consecutive win after losing first three matches on the trot.

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders? Check result

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have secured their second straight win in IPL 2026 with a 32-run thumping of former fellow champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at home on Tuesday (Apr 14). Sanju Samson continued his brilliant run, scoring 48 at the top, while overseas spinner Noor Ahmad returned with three wickets to pile more misery on the 10th-place KKR. Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis contributed with the bat, and CSK pacers also came to the party, all helping the team's cause.&nbsp;KKR won the toss and elected to field first, a decision they perhaps regretted midway through their run chase, when their scorecard read 90 for six in 13 overs. CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad failed to get going for the fifth time this season, as he departed inside the third over for just seven. Samson and Mhatre upped the ante, adding 47 runs in 22 balls before KKR quick Vaibhav Arora accounted for the teenager.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-srh-bolster-pace-attack-with-dilshan-madushanka-addition-as-brydon-carse-replacement-pat-cummins-injury-update-april-17-sakib-hussain-hinge-1776180371221">IPL 2026: SRH bolster pace attack with Dilshan Madushanka’s addition as Carse’s replacement</a> &nbsp;Another 39-run stand between Samson and Brevis kept CSK ahead. Following Samson’s dismissal, Sarfaraz Khan came out to the middle, hitting a four and a six during his 23-run stay at the crease. While Shivam Dube and Brevis further punished KKR with wild hits, brilliant last three overs from Kolkata quicks, mainly Kartik Tyagi, restricted the hosts well within 200 (192/5).<h3>KKR – no stomach for fight</h3>Languishing at the bottom of the points table, KKR failed to improve their performance against the lower-ranked CSK. Losing Impact Sub Finn Allen inside the second over broke their momentum before his opening partner Sunil Narine also walked back within the Powerplay to dent their run. &nbsp;However, what turned the game around for both sides were those middle overs between 10th and 13th, where KKR lost five wickets, all crucial ones, with Noor returning with three of those. Hard hitters Rinku Singh and Cameron Green departed quickly, leaving KKR with plenty to chase.

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A late push by Rovman Powell and Ramandeep Singh denied CSK a comfortable win, as KKR finished with 160 for seven in the chase, losing this marquee match by 32 runs.

Chennai Super Kings clinch a dominant 32-run victory over KKR at the Chepauk. Sanju Samson’s 48 and a masterclass 3-wicket spell from Noor Ahmad powered CSK to their second straight win.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have secured their second straight win in IPL 2026 with a 32-run thumping of former fellow champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at home on Tuesday (Apr 14). Sanju Samson continued his brilliant run, scoring 48 at the top, while overseas spinner Noor Ahmad returned with three wickets to pile more misery on the 10th-place KKR. Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis contributed with the bat, and CSK pacers also came to the party, all helping the team's cause. KKR won the toss and elected to field first, a decision they perhaps regretted midway through their run chase, when their scorecard read 90 for six in 13 overs. CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad failed to get going for the fifth time this season, as he departed inside the third over for just seven. Samson and Mhatre upped the ante, adding 47 runs in 22 balls before KKR quick Vaibhav Arora accounted for the teenager. Also read | IPL 2026: SRH bolster pace attack with Dilshan Madushanka’s addition as Carse’s replacement Another 39-run stand between Samson and Brevis kept CSK ahead. Following Samson’s dismissal, Sarfaraz Khan came out to the middle, hitting a four and a six during his 23-run stay at the crease. While Shivam Dube and Brevis further punished KKR with wild hits, brilliant last three overs from Kolkata quicks, mainly Kartik Tyagi, restricted the hosts well within 200 (192/5). KKR – no stomach for fight Languishing at the bottom of the points table, KKR failed to improve their performance against the lower-ranked CSK. Losing Impact Sub Finn Allen inside the second over broke their momentum before his opening partner Sunil Narine also walked back within the Powerplay to dent their run. However, what turned the game around for both sides were those middle overs between 10th and 13th, where KKR lost five wickets, all crucial ones, with Noor returning with three of those. Hard hitters Rinku Singh and Cameron Green departed quickly, leaving KKR with plenty to chase.

Chennai Super Kings clinch a dominant 32-run victory over KKR at the Chepauk. Sanju Samson’s 48 and a masterclass 3-wicket spell from Noor Ahmad powered CSK to their second straight win.

CSK vs KKR in IPL 2026: Noor’s 3-wicket haul and Samson’s 48 secure second straight win for Chennai

England Test captain Ben Stokes has rubbished rumours of a rift with his team's head coach Brendon McCullum, calling it a 'massive overstatement.' Stokes and McCullum pioneered Bazball cricket since coming together as coach and captain in 2022. While they have been in close alliance, differences in their approach were on display during the horrendous away Ashes. After England conceded the five-match Test series (1-4) to Australia, reports of a potential tiff between the two began surfacing.&nbsp;The two men backed each other in public at the end of the away Ashes, with Stokes reiterating that position following media reports of a post-Ashes review that had revealed tensions between them.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/make-or-break-why-away-uk-tour-2026-could-decide-suryakumar-yadav-t20i-future-indian-captaincy-ipl-2026-mumbai-indians-1776174929526">Make or Break: Why UK tour could decide Suryakumar Yadav’s T20I future</a> &nbsp;"Saying we weren't aligned, I think, is a massive overstatement," Stokes said in an in-house interview with the England and Wales Cricket Board published Tuesday. "When you're in a position of leadership along with someone else, if anyone thinks that you're always going to agree on everything, then it's just impossible." &nbsp;England are back in Test action in June, against New Zealand, before taking on Pakistan at home as well. Stokes said there would be a change in how he worked with McCullum as the team looks to return to winning ways ahead of the 2027 Ashes in England. &nbsp;"I'm very confident in mine and Brendon's ability to be able to work together, because we've done it for such a long period of time now, but work together in a slightly different way," he said. "The main point of me and Brendon is our alignment towards winning things and making this team as good as they can be. That's always been the thing since we started. It might just look a little bit different now to how that operates -- on the back of four years working together. &nbsp;"Hopefully, we'll still be together at the end of 2027, winning what we want to win." &nbsp;Meanwhile, Stokes is currently recovering from a facial injury after being struck by a stray ball in pre-season training, but is expected to lead England in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's on June 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

Ben Stokes has dismissed reports of a rift with Brendon McCullum as a "massive overstatement." The England captain addressed the post-Ashes fallout and shared a key update on his fitness ahead of the summer series against New Zealand.

England Test captain Ben Stokes has rubbished rumours of a rift with his team's head coach Brendon McCullum, calling it a 'massive overstatement.' Stokes and McCullum pioneered Bazball cricket since coming together as coach and captain in 2022. While they have been in close alliance, differences in their approach were on display during the horrendous away Ashes. After England conceded the five-match Test series (1-4) to Australia, reports of a potential tiff between the two began surfacing. The two men backed each other in public at the end of the away Ashes, with Stokes reiterating that position following media reports of a post-Ashes review that had revealed tensions between them. Also read | Make or Break: Why UK tour could decide Suryakumar Yadav’s T20I future "Saying we weren't aligned, I think, is a massive overstatement," Stokes said in an in-house interview with the England and Wales Cricket Board published Tuesday. "When you're in a position of leadership along with someone else, if anyone thinks that you're always going to agree on everything, then it's just impossible." England are back in Test action in June, against New Zealand, before taking on Pakistan at home as well. Stokes said there would be a change in how he worked with McCullum as the team looks to return to winning ways ahead of the 2027 Ashes in England. "I'm very confident in mine and Brendon's ability to be able to work together, because we've done it for such a long period of time now, but work together in a slightly different way," he said. "The main point of me and Brendon is our alignment towards winning things and making this team as good as they can be. That's always been the thing since we started. It might just look a little bit different now to how that operates -- on the back of four years working together. "Hopefully, we'll still be together at the end of 2027, winning what we want to win." Meanwhile, Stokes is currently recovering from a facial injury after being struck by a stray ball in pre-season training, but is expected to lead England in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's on June 4. (With inputs from AFP)

Ben Stokes has dismissed reports of a rift with Brendon McCullum as a "massive overstatement." The England captain addressed the post-Ashes fallout and shared a key update on his fitness ahead of the summer series against New Zealand.

‘Massive Overstatement’: Ben Stokes rubbishes rumours of rift with coach McCullum

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 23 of IPL 2026 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday (Apr15). RCB have played four matches so far, winning three and losing one. LSG have also played four matches, winning two and losing two. The defending champions will look to build on their winning momentum, while Lucknow will aim to bounce back. 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 RCB vs LSG clash in IPL history</h2>Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants have clashed six times in the Indian Premier League, with RCB winning four matches and LSG claiming victory in two encounters.&nbsp;<h2>What is the venue for the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23?</h2>The M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will be the venue for the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23.<h2>When will the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23?</h2>The RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23 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-2026-3-teams-rise-as-early-contenders-why-rr-rcb-and-pbks-can-win-the-title-1776064953617">IPL 2026 | 3 teams rise as early title contenders - why RR, RCB or PBKS can win?</a><h2>Which channel will broadcast the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23?</h2>The Star Sports Network will broadcast the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23 in India.<h2>Which platform will live-stream the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23?</h2>The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23 in India.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-srh-bolster-pace-attack-with-dilshan-madushanka-addition-as-brydon-carse-replacement-pat-cummins-injury-update-april-17-sakib-hussain-hinge-1776180371221">IPL 2026: SRH bolster pace attack with Dilshan Madushanka’s addition as Carse’s replacement</a><h2>Squads</h2>Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar, Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Josh Hazlewood, Jordan Cox, Nuwan Thushara, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhinandan Singh, Kanishk Chouhan and Satvik Deswal&nbsp;Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, George Linde, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mayank Yadav, Matthew Breetzke, Anrich Nortje, Josh Inglis, Himmat Singh, Mohsin Khan, Arjun Tendulkar, Akash Maharaj Singh, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Arshin Kulkarni and Naman Tiwari

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

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will host Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 23 of IPL 2026 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday (Apr15). RCB have played four matches so far, winning three and losing one. LSG have also played four matches, winning two and losing two. The defending champions will look to build on their winning momentum, while Lucknow will aim to bounce back. 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 RCB vs LSG clash in IPL history Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants have clashed six times in the Indian Premier League, with RCB winning four matches and LSG claiming victory in two encounters. What is the venue for the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23? The M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru will be the venue for the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23. When will the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23? The RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23 will start at 7:30 p.m. IST, with the toss taking place at 7:00 p.m. IST. Also Read - IPL 2026 | 3 teams rise as early title contenders - why RR, RCB or PBKS can win? Which channel will broadcast the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23? The Star Sports Network will broadcast the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23 in India. Which platform will live-stream the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23? The Jio+Hotstar will live-stream the RCB vs LSG IPL 2026 Match No.23 in India. Also Read - IPL 2026: SRH bolster pace attack with Dilshan Madushanka’s addition as Carse’s replacement Squads Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar, Venkatesh Iyer, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Josh Hazlewood, Jordan Cox, Nuwan Thushara, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhinandan Singh, Kanishk Chouhan and Satvik Deswal Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ayush Badoni, Nicholas Pooran, Abdul Samad, Mukul Choudhary, George Linde, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Prince Yadav, Manimaran Siddharth, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mayank Yadav, Matthew Breetzke, Anrich Nortje, Josh Inglis, Himmat Singh, Mohsin Khan, Arjun Tendulkar, Akash Maharaj Singh, Akshat Raghuwanshi, Arshin Kulkarni and Naman Tiwari

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

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The SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) have bolstered their pace attack by announcing Sri Lankan quick Dilshan Madushanka as an injury replacement for England seamer Brydon Carse for the remainder of IPL 2026. Madushanka will join the new pace heroes, Sakib Hussain and Praful Hinge, with SRH captain Pat Cummins also expected to land in India and join forces soon. Signed for INR 75 lakh, Madushanka will add value with his left-arm pace, known to trouble even the best of batters with his unplayable inswingers, while his reputation as a handy death bowler makes him a steal buy.&nbsp;Carse, who was among those retained by the franchise, suffered an injury to his right hand just ahead of the tournament opener against the RCB. While SRH head coach Daniel Vettori hoped that he would recover in time for this season, a delay in his recovery forced the management to pick Madushanka as his replacement. &nbsp;For the national team, Madushanka has played just one Test, 28 One-Dayers and 19 T20Is, picking a total of 70 wickets. Although he is yet to win his maiden IPL cap, Madushanka is not new to his cash-rich league, having been picked earlier by the Mumbai Indians during the 2024 edition, when a hamstring injury ruled him out of the season.<h3>Pace woes for SRH</h3>The former IPL champions were in a tight spot picking their best pacers until the home game against the Rajasthan Royals came along. With Cummins’ recovery taking longer than expected and the pace duo of Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat failing to impress thus far, SRH tried the two uncapped quicks, Hussain and Hinge, only for them to turn the tables around with their respective record debuts.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-srh-get-major-boost-with-pat-cummins-expected-to-join-on-april-17-1776170427115">IPL 2026: SRH get major boost with Pat Cummins expected to join on April 17</a> &nbsp;The two, playing together for the first time, picked four wickets each against the Royals, helping Hyderabad beat the table toppers by 57 runs the other night in Hyderabad. While Hinge created history with a triple-wicket first over on his debut, later completing his four-fer, Hussain removed the big fishes in Yashasvi Jaiswal (1) and Donovan Ferreira (69) and two others to register the best haul on his debut. &nbsp;For his brilliant 4/34, which also included the wickets of the dangerous Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel and RR captain Riyan Parag, Hinge won the Player of the Match award.

SRH have signed Sri Lankan left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka as an injury replacement for Brydon Carse. With Pat Cummins nearing a comeback and uncapped stars Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain in top form, find out how the SRH pace attack looks now.

The SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) have bolstered their pace attack by announcing Sri Lankan quick Dilshan Madushanka as an injury replacement for England seamer Brydon Carse for the remainder of IPL 2026. Madushanka will join the new pace heroes, Sakib Hussain and Praful Hinge, with SRH captain Pat Cummins also expected to land in India and join forces soon. Signed for INR 75 lakh, Madushanka will add value with his left-arm pace, known to trouble even the best of batters with his unplayable inswingers, while his reputation as a handy death bowler makes him a steal buy. Carse, who was among those retained by the franchise, suffered an injury to his right hand just ahead of the tournament opener against the RCB. While SRH head coach Daniel Vettori hoped that he would recover in time for this season, a delay in his recovery forced the management to pick Madushanka as his replacement. For the national team, Madushanka has played just one Test, 28 One-Dayers and 19 T20Is, picking a total of 70 wickets. Although he is yet to win his maiden IPL cap, Madushanka is not new to his cash-rich league, having been picked earlier by the Mumbai Indians during the 2024 edition, when a hamstring injury ruled him out of the season. Pace woes for SRH The former IPL champions were in a tight spot picking their best pacers until the home game against the Rajasthan Royals came along. With Cummins’ recovery taking longer than expected and the pace duo of Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat failing to impress thus far, SRH tried the two uncapped quicks, Hussain and Hinge, only for them to turn the tables around with their respective record debuts. Also read | IPL 2026: SRH get major boost with Pat Cummins expected to join on April 17 The two, playing together for the first time, picked four wickets each against the Royals, helping Hyderabad beat the table toppers by 57 runs the other night in Hyderabad. While Hinge created history with a triple-wicket first over on his debut, later completing his four-fer, Hussain removed the big fishes in Yashasvi Jaiswal (1) and Donovan Ferreira (69) and two others to register the best haul on his debut. For his brilliant 4/34, which also included the wickets of the dangerous Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel and RR captain Riyan Parag, Hinge won the Player of the Match award.

SRH have signed Sri Lankan left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka as an injury replacement for Brydon Carse. With Pat Cummins nearing a comeback and uncapped stars Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain in top form, find out how the SRH pace attack looks now.

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