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French Open 2026, one of the four tennis majors which start later this month in May, has landed in hot soup over prize money. The Roland Garros organizers announced 9.5 per cent increase in prize money last month in comparison to 2025 editions but the players remain unhappy. A group of top 20 male and female players, subsequently, has issued a statement criticising the low increment in the prize money share and have expressed the disappointment. The group includes Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Aryan Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff to name a few. The players are asking for a 22 per cent share of total revenue in prize money in line with WTA and ATP tours along with greater say in determining schedule as well as better welfare and pension provisions.<h2>How much is French Open 2026 prize money?</h2>The French Open 2026 has increased the prize money for the upcoming edition to $72.37 million, which is 9.5% more than the last year's prize money. The men and women's singles winners will be getting $3.28 million each, but this hasn't made the players happy.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/f1-2026-miami-gp-result-how-mercedes-19-year-old-italian-driver-kimi-antonelli-is-lightning-up-ongoing-season-1777867799981">F1 2026 | 'All about Sinner and Antonelli': How Mercedes' 19-year-old Italian driver is lightning up ongoing season</a>The increase in French Open 2026 prize money is significantly lower than US Open's 20 per cent increment for the 2025 edition.<h2>Why are the players not happy with French Open 2026 prize money?</h2>"The players, in the joint statement, claimed that the total prize pool is being reduced as a share of growing revenue. "Roland Garros generated $463m in revenue in 2025, a 14% year-on-year increase, yet prize money rose by only 5.4%, reducing players’ share of revenue to 14.3%," the players' group said in a statement."With estimated revenues of more than $469m for this year’s tournament, prize money as a percentage of revenue will likely still be less than 15%, far short of the 22% that players have requested to bring the grand slams into line with the ATP and WTA tours."The grand slams remain resistant to change. The absence of player consultation and the continued lack of investment in player welfare reflect a system that does not adequately represent the interests of those who are central to the sport’s success," it added.The French Open 2026 starts May 18 and continues till June 7.

The French Open 2026 has increased the prize money for the upcoming edition to $72.37 million, which is 9.5% more than the last year's prize money. 

French Open 2026, one of the four tennis majors which start later this month in May, has landed in hot soup over prize money. The Roland Garros organizers announced 9.5 per cent increase in prize money last month in comparison to 2025 editions but the players remain unhappy. A group of top 20 male and female players, subsequently, has issued a statement criticising the low increment in the prize money share and have expressed the disappointment. The group includes Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Aryan Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff to name a few. The players are asking for a 22 per cent share of total revenue in prize money in line with WTA and ATP tours along with greater say in determining schedule as well as better welfare and pension provisions. How much is French Open 2026 prize money? The French Open 2026 has increased the prize money for the upcoming edition to $72.37 million, which is 9.5% more than the last year's prize money. The men and women's singles winners will be getting $3.28 million each, but this hasn't made the players happy. Also Read - F1 2026 | 'All about Sinner and Antonelli': How Mercedes' 19-year-old Italian driver is lightning up ongoing season The increase in French Open 2026 prize money is significantly lower than US Open's 20 per cent increment for the 2025 edition. Why are the players not happy with French Open 2026 prize money? "The players, in the joint statement, claimed that the total prize pool is being reduced as a share of growing revenue. "Roland Garros generated $463m in revenue in 2025, a 14% year-on-year increase, yet prize money rose by only 5.4%, reducing players’ share of revenue to 14.3%," the players' group said in a statement. "With estimated revenues of more than $469m for this year’s tournament, prize money as a percentage of revenue will likely still be less than 15%, far short of the 22% that players have requested to bring the grand slams into line with the ATP and WTA tours. "The grand slams remain resistant to change. The absence of player consultation and the continued lack of investment in player welfare reflect a system that does not adequately represent the interests of those who are central to the sport’s success," it added. The French Open 2026 starts May 18 and continues till June 7.

The French Open 2026 has increased the prize money for the upcoming edition to $72.37 million, which is 9.5% more than the last year's prize money.&nbsp;

French Open 2026 | 'Far short of 22%': Players including Djokovic, Sinner and Sabalennka not happy with prize money

Mercedes' 19-year-old Italian Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli continues to impress - this time by winning Miami Grand Prix on Sunday (May 3) in a hard-fought battle with defending champion Lando Norris. Antonelli, who has been compared to superstar Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner by Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, currently leads the F1 2026 drivers' leaderboard by 20 points ahead of his Mercedes teammate George Russell. This is also the third consecutive race win for the teenager after winning last two races in Chinese GP (Mar 15) and Japanese GP (Mar 29). Antonelli, racing in his second season only, also had finished second in the 2026 season opener Australian GP (Mar 8) and has 100 points so far.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-man-utd-league-double-liverpool-for-first-time-in-decade-confirm-champions-league-qualification-1777827110644">Premier League: Man Utd league double Liverpool for first time in decade</a><h2>Why Antonelli was compared to Sinner by Mercedes boss Wolff?</h2>In a heartwarming coincidence, on days of Antonelli's F1 victories in China, Japan, and Miami, Italian tennis superstar Sinner also won his ATP Masters tournament, that is, Indian Wells, Miami, and Madrid Open, respectively. With Italy failing to qualify for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, the fans got to cherish the victories to two Italian sporting icons and Wolff was not shy of comparing the two."Now that they are not qualified for football, it’s all about Sinner and Antonelli, and Antonelli and Sinner. Sinner won in Madrid, so it’s the two that are superstars," said the F1 team boss.<h2>How Antonelli is winning the F1 races easily?</h2>Speaking on the teenager's performance, Wolff said: "We’ve given him a car that is very good, and an engine that is right but how he’s been able to monetise on that every single weekend is special.""It seems like a lot of the speed has always been there, everything is chipping away at the finer details. It’s easier to slow someone, calm someone down that is wild because you won’t be able to accelerate a donkey, so for me that was his best race so far. It reminds me of his karting days or Formula 4, there were no mistakes today, he added.<h2>F1 2026 - Miami Grand Prix result</h2><ol><li>Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)</li><li>Lando Norris (McLaren)</li><li>Oscar Piastri (McLaren)</li><li>George Russell (Mercedes)</li><li>Max Verstappen (Red Bull)</li><li>Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)</li><li>Franco Colapinto (Alpine)</li><li>Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)</li><li>Carlos Sainz Jr. (Williams)</li><li>Alex Albon (Williams)</li></ol>

Antonelli, racing in his second season only, currently has 100 points so far and sits atop the drivers' leaderboard.

Mercedes' 19-year-old Italian Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli continues to impress - this time by winning Miami Grand Prix on Sunday (May 3) in a hard-fought battle with defending champion Lando Norris. Antonelli, who has been compared to superstar Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner by Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, currently leads the F1 2026 drivers' leaderboard by 20 points ahead of his Mercedes teammate George Russell. This is also the third consecutive race win for the teenager after winning last two races in Chinese GP (Mar 15) and Japanese GP (Mar 29). Antonelli, racing in his second season only, also had finished second in the 2026 season opener Australian GP (Mar 8) and has 100 points so far. Also Read - Premier League: Man Utd league double Liverpool for first time in decade Why Antonelli was compared to Sinner by Mercedes boss Wolff? In a heartwarming coincidence, on days of Antonelli's F1 victories in China, Japan, and Miami, Italian tennis superstar Sinner also won his ATP Masters tournament, that is, Indian Wells, Miami, and Madrid Open, respectively. With Italy failing to qualify for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, the fans got to cherish the victories to two Italian sporting icons and Wolff was not shy of comparing the two. "Now that they are not qualified for football, it’s all about Sinner and Antonelli, and Antonelli and Sinner. Sinner won in Madrid, so it’s the two that are superstars," said the F1 team boss. How Antonelli is winning the F1 races easily? Speaking on the teenager's performance, Wolff said: "We’ve given him a car that is very good, and an engine that is right but how he’s been able to monetise on that every single weekend is special." "It seems like a lot of the speed has always been there, everything is chipping away at the finer details. It’s easier to slow someone, calm someone down that is wild because you won’t be able to accelerate a donkey, so for me that was his best race so far. It reminds me of his karting days or Formula 4, there were no mistakes today, he added. F1 2026 - Miami Grand Prix result Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) Lando Norris (McLaren) Oscar Piastri (McLaren) George Russell (Mercedes) Max Verstappen (Red Bull) Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) Franco Colapinto (Alpine) Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) Carlos Sainz Jr. (Williams) Alex Albon (Williams)

Antonelli, racing in his second season only, also had finished second in the 2026 season opener Australian GP (Mar 8) before winning Chinese GP, Japanese GP, and Miami GP. He currently has 100 points so far and sits atop the drivers' leaderboard.

F1 2026 | 'All about Sinner and Antonelli': How Mercedes' 19-year-old Italian driver is lightning up ongoing season

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

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

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

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

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Inter Milan won their third Serie A title in six seasons on Sunday thanks to a 2-0 victory over Parma that ignited the celebrations at a jubilant San Siro and across the city. Marcus Thuram's side-footed finish just before half-time set Inter on their way before Henrikh Mkhitaryan's second-half goal put the Scudetto beyond doubt. With three matches left, Inter have a 12-point lead over reigning champions Napoli and 15 more points than third-placed AC Milan. The San Siro was a sea of blue and black and thousands of fans also gathered in front of Milan's Duomo cathedral to celebrate their team's 21st Italian title.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-man-utd-league-double-liverpool-for-first-time-in-decade-confirm-champions-league-qualification-1777827110644">Premier League: Man Utd league double Liverpool for first time in decade</a>Inter have successfully overcome the traumatic end to last season under the calm guidance of coach Cristian Chivu, who was almost a novice at this level when he took over last summer.Less than a year after losing the 2025 title race by a point and collapsing to a 5-0 humiliation by Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final, Inter are back at the top."Today, we are all happy, but we must not forget all the work accomplished, because it was very difficult to start again after the end of last season when we lost in all the competitions we could win," Inter captain Lautaro Martinez said.<h2>Chivu's rejuvenating effect</h2>Inter owe this success largely to Chivu, the club's former player and a surprise appointment in June to replace Simone Inzaghi, who won six trophies and reached two Champions League finals in four seasons but left for a lucrative deal in Saudi Arabia.With small steps and few new signings, Chivu has breathed new life into the side.Inter can complete the third league and cup double in their history if they beat Lazio in the Coppa Italia final on May 13 at the Olympic Stadium in Rome.Juventus missed a chance to exploit AC Milan's earlier slip and take third place in Serie A as they drew 1-1 at home with relegated Verona.The Turin giants did, however, climb three points clear of Como in the chase for the fourth Champions league qualifying spot.AC Milan had relinquished their last, slim, hope of catching Inter at the top as they subsided 2-0 at mid-table Sassuolo.Milan endured a nightmare afternoon in Reggio Emilia, crashing to a fourth defeat in their last seven matches.Juventus remained two points behind Milan after struggling to breach determined defending from Verona, who were relegated on Friday.While Juve dominated possession they handed their visitors the opener when Domagoj Bradaric pounced on a poor pass and slid in a low cross that Kieron Bowie scuffed home.It was one of Verona's only two shots on target. Bowie drilled a long-range shot straight at Michele de Grigorio in the Juventus goal in the last five minutes.Juventus, meanwhile, bombarded the visitors' goal, taking 23 shots, six of them on target.Dusan Vlahovic levelled after 61 minutes with a free kick from 25 metres.In Sassoulo, it took just five minutes for Sassuolo to take the lead through Domenico Berardi.Massimiliano Allegri's Milan side played with 10 for most of the match after English defender Fikayo Tomori was sent off in the 24th minute.Frenchman Armand Lauriente doubled Sassuolo's lead in the 47th minute and a furious Allegri made a string of changes to no avail."I understand our fans' frustration; we all want to secure Champions League qualification as soon as possible," Allegri told broadcaster DAZN."In these difficult times, we must keep our heads held high. We have three matches left to play, and with two wins, we'll be in the Champions League."

Inter have successfully overcome the traumatic end to last season under the calm guidance of coach Cristian Chivu, who was almost a novice at this level when he took over last summer.

Inter Milan won their third Serie A title in six seasons on Sunday thanks to a 2-0 victory over Parma that ignited the celebrations at a jubilant San Siro and across the city. Marcus Thuram's side-footed finish just before half-time set Inter on their way before Henrikh Mkhitaryan's second-half goal put the Scudetto beyond doubt. With three matches left, Inter have a 12-point lead over reigning champions Napoli and 15 more points than third-placed AC Milan. The San Siro was a sea of blue and black and thousands of fans also gathered in front of Milan's Duomo cathedral to celebrate their team's 21st Italian title. Also Read - Premier League: Man Utd league double Liverpool for first time in decade Inter have successfully overcome the traumatic end to last season under the calm guidance of coach Cristian Chivu, who was almost a novice at this level when he took over last summer. Less than a year after losing the 2025 title race by a point and collapsing to a 5-0 humiliation by Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final, Inter are back at the top. "Today, we are all happy, but we must not forget all the work accomplished, because it was very difficult to start again after the end of last season when we lost in all the competitions we could win," Inter captain Lautaro Martinez said. Chivu's rejuvenating effect Inter owe this success largely to Chivu, the club's former player and a surprise appointment in June to replace Simone Inzaghi, who won six trophies and reached two Champions League finals in four seasons but left for a lucrative deal in Saudi Arabia. With small steps and few new signings, Chivu has breathed new life into the side. Inter can complete the third league and cup double in their history if they beat Lazio in the Coppa Italia final on May 13 at the Olympic Stadium in Rome. Juventus missed a chance to exploit AC Milan's earlier slip and take third place in Serie A as they drew 1-1 at home with relegated Verona. The Turin giants did, however, climb three points clear of Como in the chase for the fourth Champions league qualifying spot. AC Milan had relinquished their last, slim, hope of catching Inter at the top as they subsided 2-0 at mid-table Sassuolo. Milan endured a nightmare afternoon in Reggio Emilia, crashing to a fourth defeat in their last seven matches. Juventus remained two points behind Milan after struggling to breach determined defending from Verona, who were relegated on Friday. While Juve dominated possession they handed their visitors the opener when Domagoj Bradaric pounced on a poor pass and slid in a low cross that Kieron Bowie scuffed home. It was one of Verona's only two shots on target. Bowie drilled a long-range shot straight at Michele de Grigorio in the Juventus goal in the last five minutes. Juventus, meanwhile, bombarded the visitors' goal, taking 23 shots, six of them on target. Dusan Vlahovic levelled after 61 minutes with a free kick from 25 metres. In Sassoulo, it took just five minutes for Sassuolo to take the lead through Domenico Berardi. Massimiliano Allegri's Milan side played with 10 for most of the match after English defender Fikayo Tomori was sent off in the 24th minute. Frenchman Armand Lauriente doubled Sassuolo's lead in the 47th minute and a furious Allegri made a string of changes to no avail. "I understand our fans' frustration; we all want to secure Champions League qualification as soon as possible," Allegri told broadcaster DAZN. "In these difficult times, we must keep our heads held high. We have three matches left to play, and with two wins, we'll be in the Champions League."

Inter have successfully overcome the traumatic end to last season under the calm guidance of coach Cristian Chivu, who was almost a novice at this level when he took over last summer.

Serie A | Inter Milan win Scudetto third time in six seasons

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

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

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

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

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

Manchester United secured Champions League qualification for next season after their 3-2 win over arch-rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday (May 3). In with an opportunity to secure Champions League qualification, United were bailed out by Kobbie Mainoo as he scored the winning goal while the Red Devils initially lost their 2-0 lead. The defeat means Liverpool missed out on going third in the Premier League and could slip to fifth if Aston Villa avoid defeat against Tottenham.<h2>Man Utd secure UCL spot</h2>United were 2-0 up inside 15 minutes through Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, but imploded after the break to allow Arne Slot's men to level with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo before Mainoo secured the win. A return to Europe's elite competition after a two-year absence and another big game win furthers Michael Carrick's case to continue as United boss next season.&nbsp;Mainoo has embodied the upturn in United's fortunes since Carrick took charge in January. Overlooked by Ruben Amorim, the England midfielder earned a new five-year contract this week and celebrated in style with a cool finish from the edge of the box to edge a wild encounter. Third-placed United open up a six-point lead over Liverpool and are guaranteed to finish in the top five.&nbsp;Despite an 11th league defeat of the season, Liverpool likely need only three points from their three remaining games to secure a place in the Champions League. Slot's side arrived at Old Trafford depleted without the forward trio of Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak through injury.&nbsp;United sensed blood and were well worthy of their early two-goal lead. Cunha was afforded two chances to find his range from the edge of the box to open the scoring. The Brazilian's strike flicked off Alexis MacAllister to give Liverpool's third-choice goalkeeper Freddie Woodman no chance.&nbsp;The waves of United attack kept coming and Sesko appealed for a penalty after failing to beat Woodman from Bruno Fernandes' precise pass. Seconds later, the Slovenian bundled the ball over the line from Fernandes' header back across the goal. Fernandes was inches away from a third when he blasted Bryan Mbeumo's cross wide.&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;But the warning signs of what was to come in the second half for United were also there before the break. Gakpo curled wide on one of the many occasions Liverpool were able to pierce the heart of the Red Devils' midfield.&nbsp;Sesko was replaced by Amad Diallo at half-time and the Ivorian almost immediately gifted Liverpool a route back into the game. Szoboszlai pounced on Amad's loose pass and ran from inside his own half unopposed before slotting into the bottom corner. United were architects of their own downfall again for the equaliser.&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;This time, goalkeeper Senne Lammens' pass was picked off by Mac Allister, who fed Szoboszlai and the Hungarian coolly teed up Gakpo for a tap in. The unusually low stakes for a game between these clubs showed as both threw caution to the wind in search of a winner. The home side got it when a poor clearance from MacAllister broke kindly for the charging Mainoo to steer into the bottom corner. United's first league double over Liverpool since the 2015-16 season completes a remarkable turnaround in the two sides' fortunes from a year ago.

Man Utd were 2-0 up inside 15 minutes through Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, but imploded after the break to allow Arne Slot's men to level with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo before Mainoo secured the win.

Manchester United secured Champions League qualification for next season after their 3-2 win over arch-rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday (May 3). In with an opportunity to secure Champions League qualification, United were bailed out by Kobbie Mainoo as he scored the winning goal while the Red Devils initially lost their 2-0 lead. The defeat means Liverpool missed out on going third in the Premier League and could slip to fifth if Aston Villa avoid defeat against Tottenham. Man Utd secure UCL spot United were 2-0 up inside 15 minutes through Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, but imploded after the break to allow Arne Slot's men to level with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo before Mainoo secured the win. A return to Europe's elite competition after a two-year absence and another big game win furthers Michael Carrick's case to continue as United boss next season. Mainoo has embodied the upturn in United's fortunes since Carrick took charge in January. Overlooked by Ruben Amorim, the England midfielder earned a new five-year contract this week and celebrated in style with a cool finish from the edge of the box to edge a wild encounter. Third-placed United open up a six-point lead over Liverpool and are guaranteed to finish in the top five. Despite an 11th league defeat of the season, Liverpool likely need only three points from their three remaining games to secure a place in the Champions League. Slot's side arrived at Old Trafford depleted without the forward trio of Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak through injury. United sensed blood and were well worthy of their early two-goal lead. Cunha was afforded two chances to find his range from the edge of the box to open the scoring. The Brazilian's strike flicked off Alexis MacAllister to give Liverpool's third-choice goalkeeper Freddie Woodman no chance. The waves of United attack kept coming and Sesko appealed for a penalty after failing to beat Woodman from Bruno Fernandes' precise pass. Seconds later, the Slovenian bundled the ball over the line from Fernandes' header back across the goal. Fernandes was inches away from a third when he blasted Bryan Mbeumo's cross wide. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL But the warning signs of what was to come in the second half for United were also there before the break. Gakpo curled wide on one of the many occasions Liverpool were able to pierce the heart of the Red Devils' midfield. Sesko was replaced by Amad Diallo at half-time and the Ivorian almost immediately gifted Liverpool a route back into the game. Szoboszlai pounced on Amad's loose pass and ran from inside his own half unopposed before slotting into the bottom corner. United were architects of their own downfall again for the equaliser. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions This time, goalkeeper Senne Lammens' pass was picked off by Mac Allister, who fed Szoboszlai and the Hungarian coolly teed up Gakpo for a tap in. The unusually low stakes for a game between these clubs showed as both threw caution to the wind in search of a winner. The home side got it when a poor clearance from MacAllister broke kindly for the charging Mainoo to steer into the bottom corner. United's first league double over Liverpool since the 2015-16 season completes a remarkable turnaround in the two sides' fortunes from a year ago.

Man Utd were 2-0 up inside 15 minutes through Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko, but imploded after the break to allow Arne Slot's men to level with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo before Mainoo secured the win.

Premier League: Man Utd league double Liverpool for first time in decade, confirm Champions League qualification

Former Manchester United legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson was hospitalised on Sunday (May 3) ahead of the crunch Liverpool clash. Ferguson, who was at Old Trafford for the Man Utd-Liverpool clash, was taken to the hospital after feeling unwell. It was later reported that Ferguson was conscious and was doing well while United were in action against Liverpool at Old Trafford.<h2>Sir Alex in hospital</h2>Sir Alex, 84, is a regular at Manchester United games both home and away, having managed the team for 27 years until his retirement in 2013. Having joined in 1986, he was in charge of the team for 1,500 games. Among his achievements, he led United to 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League triumphs. He then served as an ambassador for the club until 2025.&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;In his illustrious career, he claimed 38 trophies with United, as well as three Scottish league titles and four Scottish Cups with Aberdeen. Sir Alex also managed St Mirren and Scotland, including at the 1986 World Cup, following a playing career as a forward which saw him finish top scorer in the Scottish Division One in 1965/66.&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;Sir Alex joined the Red Devils in 1986 and was in charge for 1,500 games, leading United to 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups and two Champions League triumphs.In May 2018, he had emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage after falling ill at home. He recovered from the surgery and was given a standing ovation as he returned to Old Trafford in September that year.&nbsp;Later in the day, United managed to beat Liverpool 3-2 at home and officially booked their place in next season's Champions League.

Sir Alex Ferguson, who was at Old Trafford for the Man Utd-Liverpool clash, was taken to the hospital after feeling unwell. It was later reported that Ferguson was conscious and was doing well while United were in action against Liverpool at Old Trafford.

Former Manchester United legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson was hospitalised on Sunday (May 3) ahead of the crunch Liverpool clash. Ferguson, who was at Old Trafford for the Man Utd-Liverpool clash, was taken to the hospital after feeling unwell. It was later reported that Ferguson was conscious and was doing well while United were in action against Liverpool at Old Trafford. Sir Alex in hospital Sir Alex, 84, is a regular at Manchester United games both home and away, having managed the team for 27 years until his retirement in 2013. Having joined in 1986, he was in charge of the team for 1,500 games. Among his achievements, he led United to 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League triumphs. He then served as an ambassador for the club until 2025. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions In his illustrious career, he claimed 38 trophies with United, as well as three Scottish league titles and four Scottish Cups with Aberdeen. Sir Alex also managed St Mirren and Scotland, including at the 1986 World Cup, following a playing career as a forward which saw him finish top scorer in the Scottish Division One in 1965/66. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Sir Alex joined the Red Devils in 1986 and was in charge for 1,500 games, leading United to 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups and two Champions League triumphs. In May 2018, he had emergency surgery for a brain haemorrhage after falling ill at home. He recovered from the surgery and was given a standing ovation as he returned to Old Trafford in September that year. Later in the day, United managed to beat Liverpool 3-2 at home and officially booked their place in next season's Champions League.

Sir Alex Ferguson, who was at Old Trafford for the Man Utd-Liverpool clash, was taken to the hospital after feeling unwell. It was later reported that Ferguson was conscious and was doing well while United were in action against Liverpool at Old Trafford.

Sir Alex Ferguson hospitalised after feeling unwell ahead of Man Utd-Liverpool match

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

IPL 2026: Ashwin recalls Dhoni's brilliant captaincy moments, says 'he never set the field for me'

Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Sunday (May 03) revealed that she is one of the six women who filed sexual harassment complaints against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, saying she decided to speak publicly despite the case still being under process.&nbsp;In a video message shared on X ahead of her much-awaited return to Wrestling, Phogat said, “The Supreme Court guidelines say that the identity of any victim should not be revealed, because it concerns their dignity and honour. But today, due to certain circumstances, I want to tell you all something.” She added, “I did not want to speak while the case is still pending, but I want to say that I myself am one of those six victims who filed a complaint, and our testimonies are still ongoing.”&nbsp;The three-time Olympian, who was among the leading faces of the 2023 protests at Jantar Mantar, also raised concerns about participating in the National Open Ranking Tournament scheduled in Gonda, considered a stronghold of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She questioned the environment at the venue, saying, “Imagine if I go to his house and to his college… where every person would be related to him. Every person would be representing him.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-impossible-operation-or-bad-deal-iran-revolutionary-guards-warn-trump-s-options-limited-1777801762056">‘Impossible operation or bad deal’: Iran Revolutionary Guards warn Trump has limited options</a>&nbsp;Phogat, who is Congress MLA from the Julana constituency in Haryana, said the situation would put athletes under mental pressure, adding, “In such a difficult situation, we athletes are mentally pressured… I don’t think I will be able to give my 100% there.” She also alleged that Singh continues to wield influence, stating, “Even today, Brij Bhushan says that he runs the wrestling federation… but still, the sports ministry or the government does not take any action.”&nbsp;Warning of possible risks, she said, “If there is any incident with anyone… the government will be responsible for it.” She further stressed that she was not seeking any special treatment, saying, “I don’t want any privilege or any special treatment… I just want the decision on the mat to be based on hard work, not by any goon.”&nbsp;Calling for transparency, Phogat urged the sporting community and media to attend the event, adding, “Whatever the truth is, it should come to the whole country.”&nbsp;The tournament will mark her return after the Paris Olympics 2024 and her first appearance in the 57kg category, as she aims to qualify for future international competitions, including the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

The three-time Olympian, who was among the leading faces of the 2023 protests at Jantar Mantar, also raised concerns about participating in the National Open Ranking Tournament scheduled in Gonda, considered a stronghold of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Sunday (May 03) revealed that she is one of the six women who filed sexual harassment complaints against former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, saying she decided to speak publicly despite the case still being under process. In a video message shared on X ahead of her much-awaited return to Wrestling, Phogat said, “The Supreme Court guidelines say that the identity of any victim should not be revealed, because it concerns their dignity and honour. But today, due to certain circumstances, I want to tell you all something.” She added, “I did not want to speak while the case is still pending, but I want to say that I myself am one of those six victims who filed a complaint, and our testimonies are still ongoing.” The three-time Olympian, who was among the leading faces of the 2023 protests at Jantar Mantar, also raised concerns about participating in the National Open Ranking Tournament scheduled in Gonda, considered a stronghold of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. She questioned the environment at the venue, saying, “Imagine if I go to his house and to his college… where every person would be related to him. Every person would be representing him.” Also Read: ‘Impossible operation or bad deal’: Iran Revolutionary Guards warn Trump has limited options Phogat, who is Congress MLA from the Julana constituency in Haryana, said the situation would put athletes under mental pressure, adding, “In such a difficult situation, we athletes are mentally pressured… I don’t think I will be able to give my 100% there.” She also alleged that Singh continues to wield influence, stating, “Even today, Brij Bhushan says that he runs the wrestling federation… but still, the sports ministry or the government does not take any action.” Warning of possible risks, she said, “If there is any incident with anyone… the government will be responsible for it.” She further stressed that she was not seeking any special treatment, saying, “I don’t want any privilege or any special treatment… I just want the decision on the mat to be based on hard work, not by any goon.” Calling for transparency, Phogat urged the sporting community and media to attend the event, adding, “Whatever the truth is, it should come to the whole country.” The tournament will mark her return after the Paris Olympics 2024 and her first appearance in the 57kg category, as she aims to qualify for future international competitions, including the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

The three-time Olympian, who was among the leading figures in the 2023 protests at Jantar Mantar, also raised concerns about participating in the National Open Ranking Tournament scheduled in Gonda, which is considered a stronghold of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

'I am one of the six victims': Vinesh Phogat says she is among complainants against Brij Bhushan in harassment case

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

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

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

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

IPL 2026: Here's all you need to know about MI vs LSG match no 47 timing, squad, H2H & more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Alex Zanardi, the Italian racing icon and Paralympic champion who became a global symbol of resilience, has passed away at 59. One of the most respected and loved Italian sportsmen, Zanardi, who was often credited with helping transform the perception of disability in the country, died on Friday. In a statement issued through the charity he founded (Obiettivo3), his family revealed that he died ‘suddenly’ but also ‘peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends' love.’&nbsp;His demise came six years after the four-time Paralympic gold medalist suffered a second crash during the Covid-19 pandemic (June 2020), after his handbike crashed into an oncoming truck during a race in Tuscany.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also hailed Zanardi as "a great champion and an extraordinary man, capable of turning every trial of life into a lesson in courage, strength and dignity".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">L’Italia perde un grande campione e un uomo straordinario, capace di trasformare ogni prova della vita in una lezione di coraggio, forza e dignità. Alex Zanardi ha saputo rimettersi in gioco ogni volta, affrontando anche le sfide più dure con determinazione, lucidità e una forza… <a href="https://t.co/nxqMtAlhjk">pic.twitter.com/nxqMtAlhjk</a>&mdash; Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) <a href="https://twitter.com/GiorgiaMeloni/status/2050487662402732330?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-mikel-arteta-urges-arsenal-to-manage-emotions-ahead-of-crucial-run-in-1777652072413">Premier League: Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to manage emotions ahead of crucial run-in</a> &nbsp;Cordiano Dagnoni, head of the Italian Cycling Federation, said he "transformed the culture of our country, bringing joy and happiness to those fortunate enough to know him, and hope to so many in Italy and around the world".&nbsp; &nbsp;He said there would be a minute's silence observed at this weekend's races in tribute to the athlete.<h3>From F1 to CART, back to F1 and Paralympics!</h3>Zanardi raced for Jordan, Minardi and Lotus in F1 in the early 1990s before switching to the CART championship in the United States, where he was series champion in 1997 and 1998. He returned to F1 with Williams in 1999 before heading back to CART. &nbsp;Zanardi almost died in a horrific accident in 2001 at the Lausitzring track in Germany, after which he had both legs amputated. His car had stalled in the middle of the track after a spin and was struck by another car at a speed of over 300 km/h (186 mph). Yet he went on to become one of the best-known figures in Paralympic sports, winning two gold medals at the 2012 London Games and two more in Rio de Janeiro, four years later.&nbsp;In June 2020, he was involved in another terrible accident, this time in Tuscany. He suffered serious head injuries and only returned home 18 months later. &nbsp;Zanardi, born in Bologna on October 23, 1966, leaves his wife Daniela and son Niccolo.&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

Alex Zanardi, the legendary Italian racing icon and four-time Paralympic champion, has passed away at 59. Read more on the life, career, and extraordinary resilience of a global sports hero.

Alex Zanardi, the Italian racing icon and Paralympic champion who became a global symbol of resilience, has passed away at 59. One of the most respected and loved Italian sportsmen, Zanardi, who was often credited with helping transform the perception of disability in the country, died on Friday. In a statement issued through the charity he founded (Obiettivo3), his family revealed that he died ‘suddenly’ but also ‘peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends' love.’ His demise came six years after the four-time Paralympic gold medalist suffered a second crash during the Covid-19 pandemic (June 2020), after his handbike crashed into an oncoming truck during a race in Tuscany. Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also hailed Zanardi as "a great champion and an extraordinary man, capable of turning every trial of life into a lesson in courage, strength and dignity".

Alex Zanardi, the legendary Italian racing icon and four-time Paralympic champion, has passed away at 59. Read more on the life, career, and extraordinary resilience of a global sports hero.

Alex Zanardi, Italy’s racing icon and paralympic hero, dies aged 59: Family

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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