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In a heartbreaking development for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), their top run-getter this season and batting prodigy, Ayush Mhatre, has torn his hamstring midway through the run chase against the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2026. Mhatre, who walked in as an Impact Sub for seamer Gurjapneet Singh, was in top form, having smashed 30 off just 12 balls before clutching his hamstring after completing a double. He threw his helmet and appeared in pain before CSK physiotherapist Tommy Simsek attended to him immediately.&nbsp;After receiving treatment, Mhatre attempted to carry on, barely completing a single on the next delivery. Still visibly hampered, he swung hard at the following ball, aiming for extra cover, only for Heinrich Klaasen to pluck a stunning catch out of the air, ending his promising innings. &nbsp;"Obviously, a hamstring tear. I don't know how bad it is. I'm sure we'll scan him probably tomorrow or the next day," the CSK batting coach Mike Hussey said at the post-match presser. "It looks pretty bad, unfortunately. And he's going to be a big, big loss because he's been in really nice touch for us." &nbsp;Mhatre is CSK’s best batter this season, completing 201 runs in six contested matches thus far, while striking at 177.87.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-likely-to-extend-agarkar-s-tenure-as-chief-selector-ahead-of-2027-world-cup-1776578734343">BCCI likely to extend Agarkar’s tenure as chief selector ahead of 2027 World Cup</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, Urvil Patel, who made his CSK debut last season, having scored 68 runs in three outings at an unbelievable strike-rate of 212.50, might replace the U19 Indian captain from the next game onwards. &nbsp; &nbsp;"He's an exciting young talent, but it's going to give someone else an opportunity. So that's exciting as well," Hussey continued. "We've got some really good players that haven't been able to get an opportunity. And so, it's going to be exciting for one of those guys. &nbsp;"So, as much as we're really disappointed to lose Ayush - I don't know how long for - it's exciting for a new player to come in and get a chance,” he added.&nbsp;<h3>Is Mhatre out for the remainder of IPL 2026?</h3>Perhaps!&nbsp; &nbsp;Although the scan results are yet to reveal its degree, a hamstring tear usually takes up to six months to recover, depending on its grade. &nbsp;"I mean, it's hard to say," Hussey said. "He didn't last too many balls after the injury, Ayush. But yeah, it's obviously going to affect his batting because he was hitting the ball so well and scoring boundaries almost at will. So, it's definitely going to have an effect for sure." &nbsp;Meanwhile, after suffering their fourth loss of this season, CSK sits in seventh place with two wins and four points from six contested matches; SRH jumped to fourth place with three wins and as many losses.

Chennai Super Kings face a major setback as star batter Ayush Mhatre suffers a hamstring tear against SRH. Get the latest on his injury status and potential replacements for IPL 2026.

In a heartbreaking development for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), their top run-getter this season and batting prodigy, Ayush Mhatre, has torn his hamstring midway through the run chase against the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2026. Mhatre, who walked in as an Impact Sub for seamer Gurjapneet Singh, was in top form, having smashed 30 off just 12 balls before clutching his hamstring after completing a double. He threw his helmet and appeared in pain before CSK physiotherapist Tommy Simsek attended to him immediately. After receiving treatment, Mhatre attempted to carry on, barely completing a single on the next delivery. Still visibly hampered, he swung hard at the following ball, aiming for extra cover, only for Heinrich Klaasen to pluck a stunning catch out of the air, ending his promising innings. "Obviously, a hamstring tear. I don't know how bad it is. I'm sure we'll scan him probably tomorrow or the next day," the CSK batting coach Mike Hussey said at the post-match presser. "It looks pretty bad, unfortunately. And he's going to be a big, big loss because he's been in really nice touch for us." Mhatre is CSK’s best batter this season, completing 201 runs in six contested matches thus far, while striking at 177.87. Also read | BCCI likely to extend Agarkar’s tenure as chief selector ahead of 2027 World Cup Meanwhile, Urvil Patel, who made his CSK debut last season, having scored 68 runs in three outings at an unbelievable strike-rate of 212.50, might replace the U19 Indian captain from the next game onwards. "He's an exciting young talent, but it's going to give someone else an opportunity. So that's exciting as well," Hussey continued. "We've got some really good players that haven't been able to get an opportunity. And so, it's going to be exciting for one of those guys. "So, as much as we're really disappointed to lose Ayush - I don't know how long for - it's exciting for a new player to come in and get a chance,” he added. Is Mhatre out for the remainder of IPL 2026? Perhaps! Although the scan results are yet to reveal its degree, a hamstring tear usually takes up to six months to recover, depending on its grade. "I mean, it's hard to say," Hussey said. "He didn't last too many balls after the injury, Ayush. But yeah, it's obviously going to affect his batting because he was hitting the ball so well and scoring boundaries almost at will. So, it's definitely going to have an effect for sure." Meanwhile, after suffering their fourth loss of this season, CSK sits in seventh place with two wins and four points from six contested matches; SRH jumped to fourth place with three wins and as many losses.

Chennai Super Kings face a major setback as star batter Ayush Mhatre suffers a hamstring tear against SRH. Get the latest on his injury status and potential replacements for IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Heartbreak for CSK as run-getter Ayush Mhatre suffers hamstring tear

After SRH’s victory against Chennai Super Kings, skipper Ishan Kishan praised the team’s young and relatively inexperienced bowling unit for stepping up under pressure, while also pointing out that the batting group needs more discipline in shot selection. Thanks to half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, SRH posted a competitive total of 195. The young pace attack, featuring Eshan Malinga, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge and Nitish Kumar Reddy, along with spinner Shivang Kumar, then successfully defended the score. Although Praful was expensive during the powerplay, the bowling group tightened things up in the latter stages to restrict CSK and seal a 10-run win.&nbsp;Speaking after the match, Ishan said he was pleased to see the young bowlers developing confidence and executing their plans. He emphasised the importance of backing them despite inexperience, noting their steady improvement in training sessions.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Lovely when you have a bunch of young bowlers coming up with their plans. Looking at them, look at them getting better day by day at training, you have to trust them,” said Kishan.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-likely-to-extend-agarkar-s-tenure-as-chief-selector-ahead-of-2027-world-cup-1776578734343">BCCI likely to extend Agarkar’s tenure as chief selector ahead of 2027 World Cup</a>&nbsp;He also admitted the batting unit fell short by around 30–40 runs and stressed the need for smarter shot choices. Ishan added that the team is not focusing on the points table and prefers to take things one game at a time.&nbsp;"I felt we were 30-40 short, need to be a lot better in our shot selection. Not looking at the points table, need to keep our head down, we will take it one match at a time and see how it goes," he added.&nbsp;Player of the match Eshan, who took crucial wickets of CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, Matt Short and Sarfaraz Khan, also said during the post-match presentation, "Before the match we had a good plan, and we know the Hyderabad wicket, after 10 overs it reverses.&nbsp;Actually, Ishan was coming for me, he asking me - what kind of deliveries you are going to bowl. At the bowling crease, I decide what to bowl. The reverse is very important for me and the other bowlers. It's a good wicket-taking delivery." SRH has now jumped to fourth spot in the points table, with three wins and three losses.CSK is at the seventh spot, with two wins and four losses.CSK put SRH to bowl first, and half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma (59 in 22 balls, with six fours and four sixes) and Heinrich Klaasen (59 in 39 balls, with six fours and two sixes) took SRH to 194/9. During the run-chase of 195, CSK was in contention courtesy of knocks from Ayush Mhatre (30 in 13 balls, with five fours and a six), Matthew Short (34 in 30 balls, with three fours) and Sarfaraz Khan (25 in 16 balls, with three fours), but spells from Eshan (3/29), Nitish (2/31), Sakib Hussain (1/32) and Shivang Kumar (1/18) kept the pressure on CSK during the second half, leaving them 10 runs short.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies



Speaking after the match, Ishan said he was pleased to see the young bowlers developing confidence and executing their plans. He emphasised the importance of backing them despite inexperience, noting their steady improvement in training sessions. 

After SRH’s victory against Chennai Super Kings, skipper Ishan Kishan praised the team’s young and relatively inexperienced bowling unit for stepping up under pressure, while also pointing out that the batting group needs more discipline in shot selection. Thanks to half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, SRH posted a competitive total of 195. The young pace attack, featuring Eshan Malinga, Sakib Hussain, Praful Hinge and Nitish Kumar Reddy, along with spinner Shivang Kumar, then successfully defended the score. Although Praful was expensive during the powerplay, the bowling group tightened things up in the latter stages to restrict CSK and seal a 10-run win. Speaking after the match, Ishan said he was pleased to see the young bowlers developing confidence and executing their plans. He emphasised the importance of backing them despite inexperience, noting their steady improvement in training sessions. “Lovely when you have a bunch of young bowlers coming up with their plans. Looking at them, look at them getting better day by day at training, you have to trust them,” said Kishan. Also Read - BCCI likely to extend Agarkar’s tenure as chief selector ahead of 2027 World Cup He also admitted the batting unit fell short by around 30–40 runs and stressed the need for smarter shot choices. Ishan added that the team is not focusing on the points table and prefers to take things one game at a time. "I felt we were 30-40 short, need to be a lot better in our shot selection. Not looking at the points table, need to keep our head down, we will take it one match at a time and see how it goes," he added. Player of the match Eshan, who took crucial wickets of CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, Matt Short and Sarfaraz Khan, also said during the post-match presentation, "Before the match we had a good plan, and we know the Hyderabad wicket, after 10 overs it reverses. Actually, Ishan was coming for me, he asking me - what kind of deliveries you are going to bowl. At the bowling crease, I decide what to bowl. The reverse is very important for me and the other bowlers. It's a good wicket-taking delivery." SRH has now jumped to fourth spot in the points table, with three wins and three losses.CSK is at the seventh spot, with two wins and four losses.CSK put SRH to bowl first, and half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma (59 in 22 balls, with six fours and four sixes) and Heinrich Klaasen (59 in 39 balls, with six fours and two sixes) took SRH to 194/9. During the run-chase of 195, CSK was in contention courtesy of knocks from Ayush Mhatre (30 in 13 balls, with five fours and a six), Matthew Short (34 in 30 balls, with three fours) and Sarfaraz Khan (25 in 16 balls, with three fours), but spells from Eshan (3/29), Nitish (2/31), Sakib Hussain (1/32) and Shivang Kumar (1/18) kept the pressure on CSK during the second half, leaving them 10 runs short. With inputs from agencies

Speaking after the match, Ishan said he was pleased to see the young bowlers developing confidence and executing their plans. He emphasised the importance of backing them despite inexperience, noting their steady improvement in training sessions.&nbsp;

'When you have a bunch of young bowlers': SRH skipper Ishan celebrates win over CSK

Ajit Agarkar, who currently chairs India’s senior men’s selection committee, is expected to receive an extension of about one year after his present term ends in June. According to indications from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the move is aimed at preserving continuity as the team prepares for a busy global calendar. If approved, his tenure would run through June 2027, covering a period in which India has enjoyed significant success, including multiple ICC trophy wins and a strong return to dominance in world cricket.&nbsp;As per a BCCI official quoted by The Indian Express, the transition under Agarkar has been smooth, with the selection group showing a willingness to take bold, results-driven calls.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Under Agarkar’s tenure, the team had a seamless transition and was fearless in taking bold decisions. The board felt he should continue. The BCCI officer bearers will be speaking to him on the sidelines of IPL games to update him," said BCCI official.&nbsp;Under Agarkar’s oversight, India ended a prolonged wait for major ICC silverware, winning back-to-back T20 World Cups in 2024 and 2026, along with the Champions Trophy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-dekho-woh-aa-gaya-kolkata-knight-riders-welcome-matheesha-pathirana-to-squad-watch-1776574270862">IPL 2026 | KKR welcome Matheesha Pathirana to squad - Watch</a>&nbsp;The side also reached the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup on home soil, reinforcing its status as a consistent contender in white-ball cricket. With another ODI World Cup scheduled for next year, the BCCI reportedly views stability in selection leadership as an important factor.&nbsp;His period in charge has also coincided with a significant transition phase. Senior players such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin have stepped away from Test cricket, prompting a reshaping of leadership across formats.&nbsp;&nbsp;Shubman Gill has taken over Test captaincy, while Suryakumar Yadav now leads the T20I side. Test results have been uneven, including a home defeat to South Africa and a 3-0 series loss to New Zealand, but the limited-overs teams have continued to perform strongly.

BCCI set to extend chief selector Ajit Agarkar’s contract until June 2027, aiming for continuity ahead of the next ODI World Cup amid a major team transition after multiple ICC titles.

Ajit Agarkar, who currently chairs India’s senior men’s selection committee, is expected to receive an extension of about one year after his present term ends in June. According to indications from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the move is aimed at preserving continuity as the team prepares for a busy global calendar. If approved, his tenure would run through June 2027, covering a period in which India has enjoyed significant success, including multiple ICC trophy wins and a strong return to dominance in world cricket. As per a BCCI official quoted by The Indian Express, the transition under Agarkar has been smooth, with the selection group showing a willingness to take bold, results-driven calls. “Under Agarkar’s tenure, the team had a seamless transition and was fearless in taking bold decisions. The board felt he should continue. The BCCI officer bearers will be speaking to him on the sidelines of IPL games to update him," said BCCI official. Under Agarkar’s oversight, India ended a prolonged wait for major ICC silverware, winning back-to-back T20 World Cups in 2024 and 2026, along with the Champions Trophy. Also Read - IPL 2026 | KKR welcome Matheesha Pathirana to squad - Watch The side also reached the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup on home soil, reinforcing its status as a consistent contender in white-ball cricket. With another ODI World Cup scheduled for next year, the BCCI reportedly views stability in selection leadership as an important factor. His period in charge has also coincided with a significant transition phase. Senior players such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin have stepped away from Test cricket, prompting a reshaping of leadership across formats. Shubman Gill has taken over Test captaincy, while Suryakumar Yadav now leads the T20I side. Test results have been uneven, including a home defeat to South Africa and a 3-0 series loss to New Zealand, but the limited-overs teams have continued to perform strongly.

BCCI set to extend chief selector Ajit Agarkar’s contract until June 2027, aiming for continuity ahead of the next ODI World Cup amid a major team transition after multiple ICC titles.

BCCI likely to extend Agarkar’s tenure as chief selector ahead of 2027 World Cup

WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 had everything fans wanted. From marquee returns to several titles changing hands and chaotic main-event action, Night 1 in Las Vegas was spectacular. Here are the top 5 moments from WrestleMania 42 Night 1.

WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 had everything fans wanted. From marquee returns to several titles changing hands and chaotic main-event action, Night 1 in Las Vegas was spectacular. Here are the top 5 moments from WrestleMania 42 Night 1.

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From Mohammad Rizwan to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 2,000 runs in T20Is. This list also includes Babar Azam, Muhammad Waseem and Suryakumar Yadav

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Meet top 5 batters fastest to 2,000 T20I runs

Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal players to put everything on the line in their season-deciding Premier League game against Manchester City on Sunday (Apr 19). Table toppers, sitting six points clear of the former champions, Arteta believes his upbeat players are ‘more than capable’ of landing a knockout punch to City in the fight for their first PL title. Arsenal’s shaky form since losing the League Cup final to Pep Guardiola’s side last month has offered Manchester City some hope to chase for their ninth Premier League crown.&nbsp;"Let's be ourselves and go for it, put everything we have on that pitch," said Arteta ahead of Arsenal’s marquee game against City. "Have huge belief, have huge conviction and go for it because we are more than capable of doing it." &nbsp;Arsenal has won just one of its last five games in all competitions. But Arteta is trying to focus on the positives as they aim to end a 22-year wait to win the title.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bayern-munich-close-in-on-back-to-back-bundesliga-title-as-dortmund-lose-to-hoffenheim-1776527984294">Bayern Munich close in on back-to-back Bundesliga title as Dortmund lose to Hoffenheim</a> &nbsp;"We are exactly where we want to be, and there have been a lot of positive things, and I don't see anything that has to hold you back," added the Spaniard. "We are playing against an opponent that requires the best out of you. It doesn't get much better than that." &nbsp;By contrast, Man City have hit their stride with convincing wins over Liverpool and Chelsea since lifting the first silverware of the season at Wembley. But Guardiola reiterated his belief City have no room for error if he is to land a seventh league title in 10 seasons since arriving in Manchester. &nbsp;"We need that pressure," Guardiola said. “To compete well against that team, they have to know that if we don't win, it's over. They know it, we talk about that.”<h3>The PL Title Equation</h3>Meanwhile, should City beat Arsenal in this game and win the remaining matches, they will finish with 85 points, so would Arteta’s team, should they lose to City and win their remaining matches. However, with both teams having 85 points each, goal difference could decide the fate of this season’s Premier League winner.&nbsp;&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

Arsenal faces a season-defining showdown against Manchester City this Sunday. With the Premier League title race on a knife-edge, read the latest on Arteta’s and Guardiola’s battle for the trophy.

Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal players to put everything on the line in their season-deciding Premier League game against Manchester City on Sunday (Apr 19). Table toppers, sitting six points clear of the former champions, Arteta believes his upbeat players are ‘more than capable’ of landing a knockout punch to City in the fight for their first PL title. Arsenal’s shaky form since losing the League Cup final to Pep Guardiola’s side last month has offered Manchester City some hope to chase for their ninth Premier League crown. "Let's be ourselves and go for it, put everything we have on that pitch," said Arteta ahead of Arsenal’s marquee game against City. "Have huge belief, have huge conviction and go for it because we are more than capable of doing it." Arsenal has won just one of its last five games in all competitions. But Arteta is trying to focus on the positives as they aim to end a 22-year wait to win the title. Also read | Bayern Munich close in on back-to-back Bundesliga title as Dortmund lose to Hoffenheim "We are exactly where we want to be, and there have been a lot of positive things, and I don't see anything that has to hold you back," added the Spaniard. "We are playing against an opponent that requires the best out of you. It doesn't get much better than that." By contrast, Man City have hit their stride with convincing wins over Liverpool and Chelsea since lifting the first silverware of the season at Wembley. But Guardiola reiterated his belief City have no room for error if he is to land a seventh league title in 10 seasons since arriving in Manchester. "We need that pressure," Guardiola said. “To compete well against that team, they have to know that if we don't win, it's over. They know it, we talk about that.” The PL Title Equation Meanwhile, should City beat Arsenal in this game and win the remaining matches, they will finish with 85 points, so would Arteta’s team, should they lose to City and win their remaining matches. However, with both teams having 85 points each, goal difference could decide the fate of this season’s Premier League winner. (With inputs from AFP)

Arsenal faces a season-defining showdown against Manchester City this Sunday. With the Premier League title race on a knife-edge, read the latest on Arteta’s and Guardiola’s battle for the trophy.

Arteta urges Arsenal to put ‘everything on the line’ against Man City in season-deciding clash

The dust has settled at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 has officially set the bar. From two massive, shocking returns to a brutal main event that saw Cody Rhodes retain his title against Randy Orton, Night 1 was an unforgettable affair. Check full results

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Sri Lanka’s star pacer Matheesha Pathirana has finally linked up with Kolkata Knight Riders, handing a much-needed lift to a team that has endured a difficult start to the Indian Premier League 2026 season. The franchise shared glimpses of the quick’s arrival across its social media platforms. KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table and will hope his presence can help them improve. Pathirana had been out of action after suffering a calf injury during the T20 World Cup 2026 earlier this year. Having completed his recovery, he has now passed Sri Lanka Cricket’s fitness tests and secured the necessary clearance to participate. The pacer has joined the squad ahead of their upcoming fixture against Rajasthan Royals on Sunday.<h2>Watch the video</h2>

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<h2>When will he play?</h2>Even though Pathirana has joined the team, he may not play immediately. He will likely undergo a few practice sessions, allowing the medical staff to check his fitness before deciding. The right-arm quick, who was signed for INR 18 crore at the last IPL auction, had been anticipated to miss the early part of the season due to injury.&nbsp;&nbsp;Though there were initial expectations of his return before the clash with Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad, his comeback has taken slightly longer than hoped.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-sunrisers-hyderabad-vs-chennai-super-kings-check-result-1776572949567">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings? check result</a><h2>KKR’s struggles this season</h2>The team’s disappointing run so far has largely been due to an underperforming bowling attack. The unavailability of Mustafizur Rahman, combined with injuries to Harshit Rana and Akash Deep, has significantly weakened their pace resources. Meanwhile, Varun Chakravarthy has struggled for form, leaving Sunil Narine and Anukul Roy to carry the bulk of the spin duties.&nbsp;Led by Ajinkya Rahane, KKR have managed just a single point from six games, courtesy of a rain-hit encounter against Punjab Kings.&nbsp;

Matheesha Pathirana joins bottom-placed KKR after regaining fitness, as the team looks to strengthen its struggling bowling in IPL 2026.

Sri Lanka’s star pacer Matheesha Pathirana has finally linked up with Kolkata Knight Riders, handing a much-needed lift to a team that has endured a difficult start to the Indian Premier League 2026 season. The franchise shared glimpses of the quick’s arrival across its social media platforms. KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table and will hope his presence can help them improve. Pathirana had been out of action after suffering a calf injury during the T20 World Cup 2026 earlier this year. Having completed his recovery, he has now passed Sri Lanka Cricket’s fitness tests and secured the necessary clearance to participate. The pacer has joined the squad ahead of their upcoming fixture against Rajasthan Royals on Sunday. Watch the video

Matheesha Pathirana joins bottom-placed KKR after regaining fitness, as the team looks to strengthen its struggling bowling in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026 | Kolkata Knight Riders welcome Matheesha Pathirana to squad - Watch

Sunrisers Hyderabad climbed to fourth place in the Indian Premier League 2026 standings on Saturday (Apr 18) after edging past Chennai Super Kings by 10 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The match went down to the final over, with Hyderabad holding their nerve to seal a narrow win. The result took SRH to six points from six games, while CSK remained seventh on the table. Batting first, Hyderabad put up an imposing 194/9, powered by a blistering 59 off 22 from Abhishek Sharma and a steady 59 off 39 by South African veteran Heinrich Klaasen.&nbsp;Chasing the target, Chennai suffered an early setback when opener Sanju Samson fell for just seven. Impact substitute Ayush Mhatre built some momentum with a rapid 30 off 13, but his promising knock was cut short by a sharp catch from Klaasen.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-updated-points-table-srh-enter-top-four-csk-stay-seventh-1776571379164">IPL 2026 updated points table: SRH enter top four, CSK stay seventh</a>&nbsp;Contributions from Matthew Short and Sarfaraz Khan kept the chase alive, yet Chennai struggled to rebuild after the early damage.&nbsp;Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad later pointed to the lack of solid partnerships during the middle overs as a key reason for the loss.&nbsp;With the ball, Hyderabad were led effectively by Eshan Malinga, who took three important wickets for 29, while, Nitish Kumar Reddy also delivered a valuable spell of 2/31 in four overs. Skipper Ishan Kishan credited the young bowling unit for defending what he felt was a slightly below-par total, praising their execution under pressure.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-exclusive-gujarat-titans-luke-wood-underlines-key-to-success-says-middle-phase-will-decide-who-finishes-in-top-four-1776517088409">IPL Exclusive: Gujarat Titans star Luke Wood underlines key to success in IPL</a>&nbsp;Earlier in the innings, SRH’s openers Abhishek and Travis Head provided a strong start, putting on 75 runs in the powerplay. However, the momentum dipped briefly with quick dismissals of Head and Kishan, followed soon by Abhishek.&nbsp;&nbsp;Klaasen then anchored the innings before being dismissed by pacer Anshul Kamboj, who stood out for Chennai with figures of 3/22.&nbsp;CSK, one of the tournament’s most decorated sides, are still awaiting the return of MS Dhoni, who has yet to feature this season as he continues to recover from a calf injury.

IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad moved to fourth in the standings on Saturday (Apr 18) after a 10-run win over Chennai Super Kings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, while CSK remained seventh.

Sunrisers Hyderabad climbed to fourth place in the Indian Premier League 2026 standings on Saturday (Apr 18) after edging past Chennai Super Kings by 10 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The match went down to the final over, with Hyderabad holding their nerve to seal a narrow win. The result took SRH to six points from six games, while CSK remained seventh on the table. Batting first, Hyderabad put up an imposing 194/9, powered by a blistering 59 off 22 from Abhishek Sharma and a steady 59 off 39 by South African veteran Heinrich Klaasen. Chasing the target, Chennai suffered an early setback when opener Sanju Samson fell for just seven. Impact substitute Ayush Mhatre built some momentum with a rapid 30 off 13, but his promising knock was cut short by a sharp catch from Klaasen. Also Read - IPL 2026 updated points table: SRH enter top four, CSK stay seventh Contributions from Matthew Short and Sarfaraz Khan kept the chase alive, yet Chennai struggled to rebuild after the early damage. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad later pointed to the lack of solid partnerships during the middle overs as a key reason for the loss. With the ball, Hyderabad were led effectively by Eshan Malinga, who took three important wickets for 29, while, Nitish Kumar Reddy also delivered a valuable spell of 2/31 in four overs. Skipper Ishan Kishan credited the young bowling unit for defending what he felt was a slightly below-par total, praising their execution under pressure. Also Read - IPL Exclusive: Gujarat Titans star Luke Wood underlines key to success in IPL Earlier in the innings, SRH’s openers Abhishek and Travis Head provided a strong start, putting on 75 runs in the powerplay. However, the momentum dipped briefly with quick dismissals of Head and Kishan, followed soon by Abhishek. Klaasen then anchored the innings before being dismissed by pacer Anshul Kamboj, who stood out for Chennai with figures of 3/22. CSK, one of the tournament’s most decorated sides, are still awaiting the return of MS Dhoni, who has yet to feature this season as he continues to recover from a calf injury.

IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad moved to fourth in the standings on Saturday (Apr 18) after a 10-run win over Chennai Super Kings at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, while CSK remained seventh.

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Chennai Super Kings? check result

The Indian Premier League 2026 standings after Match 27 highlight just how competitive the tournament has become. Punjab Kings hold the top spot with nine points from five matches and remain unbeaten. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals are right behind them, each with eight points.&nbsp;Sunrisers Hyderabad have climbed to fourth place with six points, forming a tightly packed mid-table alongside Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans. On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings are struggling in seventh with only four points, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain at the bottom without a win.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-srh-clinch-final-over-thriller-to-down-csk-abhishek-sharma-shines-with-bat-srh-vs-csk-1776535499504">IPL 2026: Hyderabad clinch final-over thriller to down Chennai, Abhishek shines with bat</a>&nbsp;At Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in a high-scoring clash. Strong performances from Abhishek Sharma, who scored 59 off 22 balls and Heinrich Klaasen, with 59 off 39, powered SRH to an imposing total of 194/9. Their aggressive approach in the powerplay laid a solid foundation, even as wickets fell at regular intervals later on.&nbsp;While, Chennai Super Kings started their chase positively, with Ayush Mhatre and Matthew Short contributing valuable runs. However, consistent wickets disrupted their momentum. Eshan Malinga led the bowling effort with three crucial dismissals, while Nitish Kumar Reddy added two more.&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bayern-munich-close-in-on-back-to-back-bundesliga-title-as-dortmund-lose-to-hoffenheim-1776527984294"> Bayern Munich close in on back-to-back Bundesliga title as Dortmund lose</a>&nbsp;Despite a late effort from the lower order, CSK finished at 184/8, falling short of the target. SRH held their composure in the closing overs to secure a vital win, lifting themselves into the top four and dealing another setback to CSK’s season.<h2>IPL 2026 Points Table after SRH vs CSK</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>5</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>9</td><td>1.067</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>1.171</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>0.889</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>6</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>6</td><td>0.566</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>5</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>6</td><td>0.310</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>5</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>6</td><td>0.018</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Chennai Super Kings</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-0.780</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>-0.804</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Mumbai Indians</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-1.076</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>-1.149</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Here’s a look at the updated IPL 2026 points table after Ishan Kishan-led Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super King by 10 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium

The Indian Premier League 2026 standings after Match 27 highlight just how competitive the tournament has become. Punjab Kings hold the top spot with nine points from five matches and remain unbeaten. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals are right behind them, each with eight points. Sunrisers Hyderabad have climbed to fourth place with six points, forming a tightly packed mid-table alongside Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans. On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings are struggling in seventh with only four points, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain at the bottom without a win. Also Read - IPL 2026: Hyderabad clinch final-over thriller to down Chennai, Abhishek shines with bat At Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a 10-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in a high-scoring clash. Strong performances from Abhishek Sharma, who scored 59 off 22 balls and Heinrich Klaasen, with 59 off 39, powered SRH to an imposing total of 194/9. Their aggressive approach in the powerplay laid a solid foundation, even as wickets fell at regular intervals later on. While, Chennai Super Kings started their chase positively, with Ayush Mhatre and Matthew Short contributing valuable runs. However, consistent wickets disrupted their momentum. Eshan Malinga led the bowling effort with three crucial dismissals, while Nitish Kumar Reddy added two more. Also Read - Bayern Munich close in on back-to-back Bundesliga title as Dortmund lose Despite a late effort from the lower order, CSK finished at 184/8, falling short of the target. SRH held their composure in the closing overs to secure a vital win, lifting themselves into the top four and dealing another setback to CSK’s season. IPL 2026 Points Table after SRH vs CSK

Here’s a look at the updated IPL 2026 points table after Ishan Kishan-led Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super King by 10 runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

IPL 2026 updated points table: SRH enter top four, CSK stay seventh

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) went fourth in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) standings on Saturday (April 18) after they defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 10 runs. Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the contest needed a final over finish with SRH holding their nerves against CSK. The win saw SRH go on six points in six matches while CSK stayed seventh in the standings.<h2>SRH win against CSK</h2>After being put in to bat, Hyderabad posted a formidable 194/9 on the back of Abhishek's 59 off 22 and veteran South Africa international Heinrich Klaasen's 59 off 39. In reply, five-time winners Chennai lost opener and India's T20 World Cup hero Sanju Samson cheaply for 7 off 3. Impact substitute Ayush Mhatre hit a quickfire 30 off 13, giving the chase momentum, but a sharp catch by Klaasen cut short the teenager's heroics.&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;A flurry of quick wickets followed, stymying the flow of runs in the middle overs. Despite handy contributions by Australian T20 specialist Matthew Short and Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan, Chennai's innings never recovered from the early blows. Chennai skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad blamed the defeat on a lack of partnerships in the middle overs.&nbsp;Malinga was ably assisted by Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who returned figures of 31/2 in his four overs. Sunrisers captain Ishan Kishan was all praise for his bowlers, who he said helped his team cross the line despite being "20-30 (runs) short". "Lovely when you have a bunch of young bowlers coming up with their plans," said Kishan.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a><h2>What happened in SRH innings?</h2>Earlier, Sunrisers Hyderabad got off to a flying start with openers Abhishek and Travis Head notching up 75 runs in the powerplay. Head was the first to go, immediately followed by captain Ishan Kishan who was out for a first-ball duck. Abhishek followed soon after.&nbsp;Klaasen held steady at one end before being bowled by pacer Anshul Kamboj. For Chennai, Kamboj returned the most productive figures, taking three wickets for 22 runs. One of the most successful franchises in the T20 tournament, Chennai are still waiting for the return of India legend M.S. Dhoni, who is recovering from a calf injury and is yet to play a game in this edition.

laying at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the contest needed a final over finish with SRH holding their nerves against CSK. The win saw SRH go on six points in six matches while CSK stayed seventh in the standings.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) went fourth in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) standings on Saturday (April 18) after they defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 10 runs. Playing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the contest needed a final over finish with SRH holding their nerves against CSK. The win saw SRH go on six points in six matches while CSK stayed seventh in the standings. SRH win against CSK After being put in to bat, Hyderabad posted a formidable 194/9 on the back of Abhishek's 59 off 22 and veteran South Africa international Heinrich Klaasen's 59 off 39. In reply, five-time winners Chennai lost opener and India's T20 World Cup hero Sanju Samson cheaply for 7 off 3. Impact substitute Ayush Mhatre hit a quickfire 30 off 13, giving the chase momentum, but a sharp catch by Klaasen cut short the teenager's heroics. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL A flurry of quick wickets followed, stymying the flow of runs in the middle overs. Despite handy contributions by Australian T20 specialist Matthew Short and Indian batter Sarfaraz Khan, Chennai's innings never recovered from the early blows. Chennai skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad blamed the defeat on a lack of partnerships in the middle overs. Malinga was ably assisted by Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, who returned figures of 31/2 in his four overs. Sunrisers captain Ishan Kishan was all praise for his bowlers, who he said helped his team cross the line despite being "20-30 (runs) short". "Lovely when you have a bunch of young bowlers coming up with their plans," said Kishan. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions What happened in SRH innings? Earlier, Sunrisers Hyderabad got off to a flying start with openers Abhishek and Travis Head notching up 75 runs in the powerplay. Head was the first to go, immediately followed by captain Ishan Kishan who was out for a first-ball duck. Abhishek followed soon after. Klaasen held steady at one end before being bowled by pacer Anshul Kamboj. For Chennai, Kamboj returned the most productive figures, taking three wickets for 22 runs. One of the most successful franchises in the T20 tournament, Chennai are still waiting for the return of India legend M.S. Dhoni, who is recovering from a calf injury and is yet to play a game in this edition.

laying at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, the contest needed a final over finish with SRH holding their nerves against CSK. The win saw SRH go on six points in six matches while CSK stayed seventh in the standings.

IPL 2026: Hyderabad clinch final-over thriller to down Chennai, Abhishek shines with bat

From Abhishek Sharma to Chris Gayle here is a look at five batters fastest to 2000 IPL runs by balls. The list also features the likes of Andre Russell, Nicholas Pooran and Virender Sehwag. 

From Abhishek Sharma to Chris Gayle here is a look at five batters fastest to 2000 IPL runs by balls. The list also features the likes of Andre Russell, Nicholas Pooran and Virender Sehwag.&nbsp;

From Abhishek Sharma to Chris Gayle, 5 batters fastest to 2000 IPL runs (by balls)

From Andre Russell to Tim David here is a look at five batters fastest to 1000 IPL runs by balls. The list also features the likes of Travis Head, Phil Salt and Heinrich Klaasen with David becoming the latest to join the list. 

From Andre Russell to Tim David here is a look at five batters fastest to 1000 IPL runs by balls. The list also features the likes of Travis Head, Phil Salt and Heinrich Klaasen with David becoming the latest to join the list.&nbsp;

From Andre Russell to Tim David, 5 batters fastest to 1000 IPL runs (by balls)

Borussia Dortmund suffered a devastating 1-2 defeat in the Bundesliga on Saturday (April 18) as Bayern Munich neared back-to-back league title success. Playing against Hoffenheim away from home, the defeat means the record German champions can seal the title on Sunday when they host Stuttgart at the Allianz Arena. Bayern will need only a point on Sunday to win the Bundesliga, while they are already focusing on the Champions League semis, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain.<h2>Bayern closes in on title</h2>Second-placed Dortmund's defeat leaves Bayern, who host Stuttgart on Sunday, 12 points clear with a game in hand. The defending champions need just a point to claim their 35th German title. Club record goalscorer Andrej Kramaric converted two penalties, bringing his career total to 156 for Hoffenheim, to help the hosts move past Bayer Leverkusen into fifth spot.&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;Unlike Dortmund, who have all but locked up second place, Hoffenheim still have plenty to play for as they chase a Champions League berth, and dominated proceedings in the opening half. Just before the break, Dortmund defender Niklas Suele fell awkwardly in the box and handled the ball.&nbsp;Kramaric converted the penalty as Suele was helped from the pitch with a knee injury. Substitute Serhou Guirassy pulled one back for the visitors, but Hoffenheim were awarded another penalty in stoppage time, which Kramaric once more dispatched to grab victory. Dortmund have now lost their past two matches, having previously suffered just two defeats across the entire campaign.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a><h2>Marie-Louise Eta losses on Union Berlin debut</h2>New Union coach Marie-Louise Eta, the first female manager of a men's team in the top five European leagues, suffered a setback on her debut, going down 2-1 at home to relegation battlers Wolfsburg. Appointed on an interim basis until the end of the season, Eta received a rapturous response from the home crowd when her name was announced pre-match.&nbsp;Union were quickly on the back foot when Patrick Wimmer scored after 11 minutes. Dzenan Pejcinovic added another just after the break to help Wolfsburg move two points behind St Pauli in the relegation play-off spot and six from safety. Union's Oliver Burke scored a late goal, but despite the defeat, the Berliners remain six points ahead of the relegation play-off spot with four games left to play this season.

Playing against Hoffenheim away from home, the defeat means the record German champions can seal the title on Sunday when they host Stuttgart. Bayern will need only a point on to win the Bundesliga, while they are already focusing on the Champions League semis, where they will face PSG.

Borussia Dortmund suffered a devastating 1-2 defeat in the Bundesliga on Saturday (April 18) as Bayern Munich neared back-to-back league title success. Playing against Hoffenheim away from home, the defeat means the record German champions can seal the title on Sunday when they host Stuttgart at the Allianz Arena. Bayern will need only a point on Sunday to win the Bundesliga, while they are already focusing on the Champions League semis, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain. Bayern closes in on title Second-placed Dortmund's defeat leaves Bayern, who host Stuttgart on Sunday, 12 points clear with a game in hand. The defending champions need just a point to claim their 35th German title. Club record goalscorer Andrej Kramaric converted two penalties, bringing his career total to 156 for Hoffenheim, to help the hosts move past Bayer Leverkusen into fifth spot. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Unlike Dortmund, who have all but locked up second place, Hoffenheim still have plenty to play for as they chase a Champions League berth, and dominated proceedings in the opening half. Just before the break, Dortmund defender Niklas Suele fell awkwardly in the box and handled the ball. Kramaric converted the penalty as Suele was helped from the pitch with a knee injury. Substitute Serhou Guirassy pulled one back for the visitors, but Hoffenheim were awarded another penalty in stoppage time, which Kramaric once more dispatched to grab victory. Dortmund have now lost their past two matches, having previously suffered just two defeats across the entire campaign. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Marie-Louise Eta losses on Union Berlin debut New Union coach Marie-Louise Eta, the first female manager of a men's team in the top five European leagues, suffered a setback on her debut, going down 2-1 at home to relegation battlers Wolfsburg. Appointed on an interim basis until the end of the season, Eta received a rapturous response from the home crowd when her name was announced pre-match. Union were quickly on the back foot when Patrick Wimmer scored after 11 minutes. Dzenan Pejcinovic added another just after the break to help Wolfsburg move two points behind St Pauli in the relegation play-off spot and six from safety. Union's Oliver Burke scored a late goal, but despite the defeat, the Berliners remain six points ahead of the relegation play-off spot with four games left to play this season.

Playing against Hoffenheim away from home, the defeat means the record German champions can seal the title on Sunday when they host Stuttgart. Bayern will need only a point on to win the Bundesliga, while they are already focusing on the Champions League semis, where they will face PSG.

Bayern Munich close in on back-to-back Bundesliga title as Dortmund lose to Hoffenheim

Delhi Capitals (DC) returned to winning ways in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on Saturday (April 18) as they defeated hosts Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB). Playing at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, DC got the better of RCB by six wickets to register another final over win. David Miller, who missed out on helping DC to a win against the Gujarat Titans (GT) last week, made amends as he scored 15 runs in the final over to help his side back to winning ways. On the other hand, RCB’s defeat in the changed green colour kits meant they missed out on going top of the table and have eight points in six matches of IPL 2026.<h2>DC beat RCB at home</h2>After Bengaluru were restricted to 175/8 on a sluggish surface at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, swing exponent Bhuvneshwar Kumar rocked Delhi with the wickets of Pathum Nissanka, impact substitute Karun Nair and Sameer Rizvi inside the first three overs of their chase. Half-centurions KL Rahul, 57 off 34 balls, and Tristan Stubbs rebuilt the innings with a 69-run stand for the fourth wicket, but once the former fell to Krunal Pandya, Bengaluru came storming back into the contest.&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;Delhi needed 42 off 25 deliveries when Miller walked out to the middle to join his compatriot Stubbs after skipper Axar Patel was forced to retire hurt on 26.Bengaluru stayed in control until Shepherd was summoned to the bowling crease for the first time in the match to defend 15 runs.&nbsp;Miller swung him over mid-wicket and drove him over cover for towering sixes before bringing up victory with a flicked four over mid-wicket to complement Stubbs, who held the chase together with calmness while finishing unbeaten on 60.&nbsp;Bengaluru's first defeat at home in four matches this season helped Delhi arrest a two-match losing streak as Bhuvneshwar's new-ball exploits went in vain. Bengaluru opener Phil Salt bossed the early exchanges in the afternoon after Axar put the home side in, dominating an opening stand of 52 with Virat Kohli.&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;With the pitch at its best for batting when the ball was new and hard, Salt unleashed a series of audacious strokes to bring up his half-century in a mere 30 deliveries. Despite losing Devdutt Padikkal, Bengaluru seemed headed for a big total at 99 for two at the halfway mark when they were stymied by Delhi's spinners.&nbsp;Left-arm orthodox spinner Axar took two for 18 from three overs while left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav chipped in with two for 32 from four as the Bengaluru innings was robbed of momentum. Wickets fell in quick succession, aiding Delhi in tightening the screws and conceding only 29 runs in the last five overs, which was decisive in the context of the match.

David Miller, who missed out on helping DC to a win against the Gujarat Titans (GT) last week, made amends as he scored 15 runs in the final over to help his side back to winning ways. 

Delhi Capitals (DC) returned to winning ways in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on Saturday (April 18) as they defeated hosts Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB). Playing at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, DC got the better of RCB by six wickets to register another final over win. David Miller, who missed out on helping DC to a win against the Gujarat Titans (GT) last week, made amends as he scored 15 runs in the final over to help his side back to winning ways. On the other hand, RCB’s defeat in the changed green colour kits meant they missed out on going top of the table and have eight points in six matches of IPL 2026. DC beat RCB at home After Bengaluru were restricted to 175/8 on a sluggish surface at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, swing exponent Bhuvneshwar Kumar rocked Delhi with the wickets of Pathum Nissanka, impact substitute Karun Nair and Sameer Rizvi inside the first three overs of their chase. Half-centurions KL Rahul, 57 off 34 balls, and Tristan Stubbs rebuilt the innings with a 69-run stand for the fourth wicket, but once the former fell to Krunal Pandya, Bengaluru came storming back into the contest. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Delhi needed 42 off 25 deliveries when Miller walked out to the middle to join his compatriot Stubbs after skipper Axar Patel was forced to retire hurt on 26. Bengaluru stayed in control until Shepherd was summoned to the bowling crease for the first time in the match to defend 15 runs. Miller swung him over mid-wicket and drove him over cover for towering sixes before bringing up victory with a flicked four over mid-wicket to complement Stubbs, who held the chase together with calmness while finishing unbeaten on 60. Bengaluru's first defeat at home in four matches this season helped Delhi arrest a two-match losing streak as Bhuvneshwar's new-ball exploits went in vain. Bengaluru opener Phil Salt bossed the early exchanges in the afternoon after Axar put the home side in, dominating an opening stand of 52 with Virat Kohli. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions With the pitch at its best for batting when the ball was new and hard, Salt unleashed a series of audacious strokes to bring up his half-century in a mere 30 deliveries. Despite losing Devdutt Padikkal, Bengaluru seemed headed for a big total at 99 for two at the halfway mark when they were stymied by Delhi's spinners. Left-arm orthodox spinner Axar took two for 18 from three overs while left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav chipped in with two for 32 from four as the Bengaluru innings was robbed of momentum. Wickets fell in quick succession, aiding Delhi in tightening the screws and conceding only 29 runs in the last five overs, which was decisive in the context of the match.

David Miller, who missed out on helping DC to a win against the Gujarat Titans (GT) last week, made amends as he scored 15 runs in the final over to help his side back to winning ways.&nbsp;

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways as Miller amends GT loss, RCB fail to go top of standings

Gujarat Titans are on a run of three consecutive wins in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) after they defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday (April 17). Now with six points from five matches, Gujarat will look to build momentum ahead of a crucial run of matches, including Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai. Ahead of the crucial run in IPL 2026, pace sensation Luke Wood spoke to WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on his journey so far with the franchise while underlining key to success.&nbsp;&nbsp;On a run of three consecutive wins, GT are placed comfortably in the middle table and will aim to build momentum ahead.&nbsp;Question: Three back-to-back wins for the franchise, how is the morale in the team?It's nice to get a few wins in a row, build a bit of momentum, sort of going into probably quite an important part of the competition. So that middle phase can really, really sort of&nbsp;boost your team. So to get three wins in a row is good.&nbsp;And to win a couple of games away as well has been nice because they can sometimes be a bit of a banana skin. So it's good to win a couple on the road and obviously get our first win at home this season.&nbsp;Question: It is not easy to sit on the bench and then perform, as we saw with Quinton de Kock, so are you prepared to make an impact in case you are called into action?I think whenever you're training, you never know what's around the corner is the thing. So it's just about sort of mentally preparing yourself and not going through the motions a little bit. Just sort of sit there thinking you're never going to play.&nbsp;And then you kind of get into a bit of a negative mind frame. So I think you can't sort of get into that mindset. I think you have to just kind of remain that, focus on your preparations and get what you need to do to feel like, almost like you said, like Quinton de Kock did when he played. He was ready and made his mark.&nbsp;

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Question: With a quality coach like Ashish Nehra, do you think you have the best person in charge of the field?He obviously knows that I've not played a great deal in India compared to some other places. So he's been good at helping with different pitches. And when we're training, he's been very, very helpful in terms of just differences in the red and black soil and what's most effective on different things.&nbsp;So then when you train, you can kind of know how to prepare for a certain wicket. And then when it comes to play and your time to try and perform, then you have a good advantage that you know the conditions, which he's been very good at.&nbsp;&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;Question: When you have quality guys like Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna and Ishant Sharma, what is the atmosphere like in the training sessions?I think it's quite interesting to see how sort of different fast bowlers just go about their business. I think when it comes to different balls or different things, like you're trying to work on something, there are different people who do things differently. So you've got different opinions. And yeah, a little like having those sorts of bowlers like KG and Jason Holder.&nbsp;You've got Rabada, Siraj, Krishna and Ishant. Like, there are so many experienced fast bowlers around you are definitely not sure who to ask about bowling. So it's also interesting to see how different people go about their business.&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;Question: GT’s next five fixtures are against quality opposition like MI, CSK, RCB and Punjab. How important is it for you to pick maximum points?Yeah, I think similar to what I said earlier, like this middle phase is quite important in the actual back end. Because the back end is where it is decided. And you decide where you're going to finish in the group stages and then the finals if you make them. So this is quite big in terms of building that base.&nbsp;Because I think if you can play the middle phase well, it goes a long way to almost securing that top four spot. But yeah, look, we've got to play some good teams. RCB are a good side. Obviously, I think it's Rajasthan we've got to play. They're in Jaipur, they're a good side. And Punjab have been playing well as well.

Now with six points from five matches, Gujarat will look to build momentum ahead of a crucial run of matches, including MI, RCB and CSK. Ahead of the crucial run in IPL 2026, pace sensation Luke Wood spoke to WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on his journey so far with the franchise.

Gujarat Titans are on a run of three consecutive wins in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) after they defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday (April 17). Now with six points from five matches, Gujarat will look to build momentum ahead of a crucial run of matches, including Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai. Ahead of the crucial run in IPL 2026, pace sensation Luke Wood spoke to WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on his journey so far with the franchise while underlining key to success. On a run of three consecutive wins, GT are placed comfortably in the middle table and will aim to build momentum ahead. Question: Three back-to-back wins for the franchise, how is the morale in the team? It's nice to get a few wins in a row, build a bit of momentum, sort of going into probably quite an important part of the competition. So that middle phase can really, really sort of boost your team. So to get three wins in a row is good. And to win a couple of games away as well has been nice because they can sometimes be a bit of a banana skin. So it's good to win a couple on the road and obviously get our first win at home this season. Question: It is not easy to sit on the bench and then perform, as we saw with Quinton de Kock, so are you prepared to make an impact in case you are called into action? I think whenever you're training, you never know what's around the corner is the thing. So it's just about sort of mentally preparing yourself and not going through the motions a little bit. Just sort of sit there thinking you're never going to play. And then you kind of get into a bit of a negative mind frame. So I think you can't sort of get into that mindset. I think you have to just kind of remain that, focus on your preparations and get what you need to do to feel like, almost like you said, like Quinton de Kock did when he played. He was ready and made his mark.

Now with six points from five matches, Gujarat will look to build momentum ahead of a crucial run of matches, including MI, RCB and CSK. Ahead of the crucial run in IPL 2026, pace sensation Luke Wood spoke to WION’s Aditya Pimpale and opened up on his journey so far with the franchise.

IPL Exclusive | Luke Wood underlines key to success, says 'middle phase will decide who finishes in top four'

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has named former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed as head coach of the men’s Test side ahead of next month’s two-match series against Bangladesh.According to media reports, in the newly formed setup, former Test batter Asad Shafiq has been appointed batting coach, while ex-pacer Umar Gul will take charge as bowling coach. The PCB also announced a 16-member squad for the Bangladesh tour, featuring four uncapped players, Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Ghazi Ghori. Shan Masood will continue as captain, although the support staff around him has seen major changes.&nbsp;Sarfaraz, who retired from international cricket only last month, brings leadership experience, having guided Pakistan to the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 title. He also served as mentor and manager of the Pakistan Shaheens during their tour against England Lions earlier this year.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/can-kkr-still-reach-the-ipl-2026-playoffs-after-five-losses-scenarios-explained-1776500836402">Can KKR still reach the IPL 2026 playoffs after five losses? Scenarios explained</a> Shafiq, known for his solidity in the longest format, scored 4,660 runs in 77 Tests, including 12 centuries. Gul, one of Pakistan's most successful fast bowlers across formats, claimed 427 wickets in 237 international appearances. Preparation for the Bangladesh tour is already underway. Five members of the squad -- Azan Awais, Imam-ul-Haq, Ghori, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan -- are currently attending a red-ball conditioning camp at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. The full squad, barring players involved in the latter stages of PSL 2026, will assemble in Karachi for a training camp from April 27 to May 1. Players engaged in the PSL will join once their commitments conclude. The two-match Test series will start in Dhaka from May 8 to 12, followed by the second Test in Sylhet from May 16 to 20. &nbsp;Pakistan Test squad for Bangladesh series: Shan Masood (captain), Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais, Babar Azam, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel and Shaheen Shah Afridi Team management: Naveed Akram Cheema (manager), Sarfaraz Ahmed (head coach), Asad Shafiq (batting coach), Umar Gul (bowling coach), Abdul Saad (fielding coach) Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Grant Luden (strength and conditioning coach), Usman Hashmi (analyst), Syed Naeem Ahmad (media manager), Lt. Col. (r) Usman Anwari (security manager), Dr Wajid Ali Rafai (team doctor) and Muhammad Ehsan (masseur).&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

The PCB also announced a 16-member squad for the Bangladesh tour, featuring four uncapped players, Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Ghazi Ghori. 

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has named former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed as head coach of the men’s Test side ahead of next month’s two-match series against Bangladesh. According to media reports, in the newly formed setup, former Test batter Asad Shafiq has been appointed batting coach, while ex-pacer Umar Gul will take charge as bowling coach. The PCB also announced a 16-member squad for the Bangladesh tour, featuring four uncapped players, Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Ghazi Ghori. Shan Masood will continue as captain, although the support staff around him has seen major changes. Sarfaraz, who retired from international cricket only last month, brings leadership experience, having guided Pakistan to the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 title. He also served as mentor and manager of the Pakistan Shaheens during their tour against England Lions earlier this year. Also Read - Can KKR still reach the IPL 2026 playoffs after five losses? Scenarios explained Shafiq, known for his solidity in the longest format, scored 4,660 runs in 77 Tests, including 12 centuries. Gul, one of Pakistan's most successful fast bowlers across formats, claimed 427 wickets in 237 international appearances. Preparation for the Bangladesh tour is already underway. Five members of the squad -- Azan Awais, Imam-ul-Haq, Ghori, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan -- are currently attending a red-ball conditioning camp at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. The full squad, barring players involved in the latter stages of PSL 2026, will assemble in Karachi for a training camp from April 27 to May 1. Players engaged in the PSL will join once their commitments conclude. The two-match Test series will start in Dhaka from May 8 to 12, followed by the second Test in Sylhet from May 16 to 20. Pakistan Test squad for Bangladesh series: Shan Masood (captain), Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais, Babar Azam, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wk), Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel and Shaheen Shah Afridi Team management: Naveed Akram Cheema (manager), Sarfaraz Ahmed (head coach), Asad Shafiq (batting coach), Umar Gul (bowling coach), Abdul Saad (fielding coach) Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Grant Luden (strength and conditioning coach), Usman Hashmi (analyst), Syed Naeem Ahmad (media manager), Lt. Col. (r) Usman Anwari (security manager), Dr Wajid Ali Rafai (team doctor) and Muhammad Ehsan (masseur). With inputs from agencies

The PCB also announced a 16-member squad for the Bangladesh tour, featuring four uncapped players, Abdullah Fazal, Amad Butt, Azan Awais and Ghazi Ghori.&nbsp;

PCB appoints Sarfaraz Ahmed as Pakistan’s Test head coach; Asad Shafiq, Umar Gul given key roles

Last season’s runners-up, the Punjab Kings, have started this edition of the Indian Premier League in a dominant fashion, remaining unbeaten so far. Their strong run has largely been credited to the assured captaincy of Shreyas Iyer. The 31-year-old has looked in outstanding touch since joining the side, seemingly hitting a new level in his performance. After falling just short of the title last season, the PBKS skipper appears focused on finishing the job this time. Known among supporters as “Sarpanch,” he has piled up 203 runs in four innings, maintaining a remarkable average of 67.67 and a strike rate nearing 188, with 14 fours and 14 sixes to his name.&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking on JioStar’s show Believe, Iyer shared his thoughts on the nickname and admitted that he was initially unfamiliar with its meaning but later learned from teammates that “Sarpanch” refers to a leader or head figure within a community.&nbsp;"I love it. I was clueless at the start of my journey with Punjab Kings about how the 'Sarpanch' tag came up and what it meant. But later, when I asked a couple of my teammates, they explained that 'Sarpanch' means the head of a family, a group, or even a district. That gave me clarity, and from there onwards, my journey started," said Iyer.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/smriti-mandhana-scripts-history-surpasses-rohit-sharma-to-become-india-s-top-t20i-scorer-1776494602616">Smriti Mandhana makes history, surpasses Rohit to become India's top T20I scorer</a>&nbsp;Currently, Punjab Kings sit atop the points table as the only unbeaten side, with nine points from five matches. Their clash with the Kolkata Knight Riders ended without a result, earning both teams a point.&nbsp;&nbsp;Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants in a high-octane clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Sunday (Apr 19).

Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants in a high-octane clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Sunday (Apr 19).

Last season’s runners-up, the Punjab Kings, have started this edition of the Indian Premier League in a dominant fashion, remaining unbeaten so far. Their strong run has largely been credited to the assured captaincy of Shreyas Iyer. The 31-year-old has looked in outstanding touch since joining the side, seemingly hitting a new level in his performance. After falling just short of the title last season, the PBKS skipper appears focused on finishing the job this time. Known among supporters as “Sarpanch,” he has piled up 203 runs in four innings, maintaining a remarkable average of 67.67 and a strike rate nearing 188, with 14 fours and 14 sixes to his name. Speaking on JioStar’s show Believe, Iyer shared his thoughts on the nickname and admitted that he was initially unfamiliar with its meaning but later learned from teammates that “Sarpanch” refers to a leader or head figure within a community. "I love it. I was clueless at the start of my journey with Punjab Kings about how the 'Sarpanch' tag came up and what it meant. But later, when I asked a couple of my teammates, they explained that 'Sarpanch' means the head of a family, a group, or even a district. That gave me clarity, and from there onwards, my journey started," said Iyer. Also Read - Smriti Mandhana makes history, surpasses Rohit to become India's top T20I scorer Currently, Punjab Kings sit atop the points table as the only unbeaten side, with nine points from five matches. Their clash with the Kolkata Knight Riders ended without a result, earning both teams a point. Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants in a high-octane clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Sunday (Apr 19).

Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants in a high-octane clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Sunday (Apr 19).

'I love it': Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer reacts to ‘Sarpanch’ title

The IPL 2026 campaign is slipping away for Kolkata Knight Riders, who suffered their fifth defeat of the season on Friday (Apr 17) against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The Titans secured a five-wicket win, powered by captain Shubman Gill’s brilliant 86. Chasing 180, the hosts got home in 19.4 overs with five wickets in hand. This setback leaves KKR in an uncertain position, with their playoff hopes hanging in the balance as they sit at the bottom of the table with just one point from six games.&nbsp;To stay in contention for a top-four finish, they would need to win all eight of their remaining league matches, which would take them to 17 points, typically enough for qualification. However, even one more defeat could prove costly, as 15 points may not be sufficient, as seen in past seasons.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/smriti-mandhana-scripts-history-surpasses-rohit-sharma-to-become-india-s-top-t20i-scorer-1776494602616">Smriti Mandhana scripts history, surpasses Rohit Sharma to become India's top T20I scorer</a>&nbsp;For context, in IPL 2025, the Delhi Capitals ended with 15 points but failed to make the playoffs, while the Mumbai Indians claimed the fourth spot with 16.&nbsp;Looking ahead, KKR’s next challenge is against the Rajasthan Royals on Apr 19 at Eden Gardens. They will then travel to face the Lucknow Super Giants on Apr 26 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, followed by a clash with the Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 3 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-why-didn-t-cameron-green-bowl-for-kkr-vs-gt-ajinkya-rahane-explains-1776490660355">IPL 2026 | Why didn’t Cameron Green bowl for KKR vs GT? Ajinkya Rahane explains</a>&nbsp;Their remaining fixtures include encounters with the Delhi Capitals (May 8), the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (May 13, Raipur), Gujarat Titans (May 16, Kolkata), Mumbai Indians (May 20, Kolkata) and a final league match against the Delhi Capitals on May 24 at Eden Gardens.

KKR can secure a top-four finish and qualify for the playoffs if they win all of their remaining eight league matches.

The IPL 2026 campaign is slipping away for Kolkata Knight Riders, who suffered their fifth defeat of the season on Friday (Apr 17) against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The Titans secured a five-wicket win, powered by captain Shubman Gill’s brilliant 86. Chasing 180, the hosts got home in 19.4 overs with five wickets in hand. This setback leaves KKR in an uncertain position, with their playoff hopes hanging in the balance as they sit at the bottom of the table with just one point from six games. To stay in contention for a top-four finish, they would need to win all eight of their remaining league matches, which would take them to 17 points, typically enough for qualification. However, even one more defeat could prove costly, as 15 points may not be sufficient, as seen in past seasons. Also Read - Smriti Mandhana scripts history, surpasses Rohit Sharma to become India's top T20I scorer For context, in IPL 2025, the Delhi Capitals ended with 15 points but failed to make the playoffs, while the Mumbai Indians claimed the fourth spot with 16. Looking ahead, KKR’s next challenge is against the Rajasthan Royals on Apr 19 at Eden Gardens. They will then travel to face the Lucknow Super Giants on Apr 26 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, followed by a clash with the Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 3 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Why didn’t Cameron Green bowl for KKR vs GT? Ajinkya Rahane explains Their remaining fixtures include encounters with the Delhi Capitals (May 8), the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (May 13, Raipur), Gujarat Titans (May 16, Kolkata), Mumbai Indians (May 20, Kolkata) and a final league match against the Delhi Capitals on May 24 at Eden Gardens.

KKR can secure a top-four finish and qualify for the playoffs if they win all of their remaining eight league matches.

Can KKR still reach the IPL 2026 playoffs after five losses? Scenarios explained

Smriti Mandhana etched her name in the record books during the opening T20I between India and South Africa in Durban on Friday, becoming the leading run-scorer in T20 internationals among all Indian players, across both men’s and women’s cricket. She achieved the milestone with a single off just the second delivery she faced. Heading into the match, Mandhana was level with Rohit Sharma on 4,231 runs, a record he held before retiring after the 2024 men’s T20 World Cup.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mandhana went on to score 13 runs from 14 balls, taking her overall tally to 4,244 runs in 155 innings, at a strike rate of 124.38.&nbsp;In the broader context of women’s T20Is, Mandhana now ranks second on the all-time run-scorers list, just behind Suzie Bates, who has accumulated 4,717 runs in 175 innings.<h2>Highest run-getters in Women’s T20Is</h2><ul><li>Suzie Bates (New Zealand) - 4,717 runs in 181 matches</li><li>Smriti Mandhana (India) - 4,244 runs in 161 matches</li><li>Harmanpreet Kaur (India) - 3,869 runs in 191 matches</li></ul>On the men’s side, Babar Azam leads the charts with 4,596 runs from 136 innings, followed by Rohit Sharma (4231 runs in 151 innings) and Virat Kohli (4,188 runs in 117 innings).&nbsp;Also Read -<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-sunrisers-hyderabad-sign-gerald-coetzee-as-a-replacement-for-injured-david-payne-1776488870696"> IPL 2026: SRH sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne</a><h2>India start series with loss, trail 0-1</h2>Despite the historic moment, India fell short in the match, losing by six wickets after being asked to bat first at Kingsmead. Openers Shafali Verma and Mandhana provided a steady start with a 46-run stand, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur anchored the innings with an unbeaten 47 off 33 balls, helping India post 157/7.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-why-didn-t-cameron-green-bowl-for-kkr-vs-gt-ajinkya-rahane-explains-1776490660355">IPL 2026 | Why didn’t Cameron Green bowl for KKR vs GT? Ajinkya Rahane explains</a>&nbsp;South Africa successfully chased the target, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt, who scored 51 off 39 deliveries and Annerie Dercksen, who remained not out on 44 from 34 balls.&nbsp;&nbsp;With this defeat, India now trails 0-1 in the five-match series and will aim to bounce back in the next game at the same venue on Sunday.

India opener Smriti Mandhana created a new milestone in the first T20I against South Africa in Durban.

Smriti Mandhana etched her name in the record books during the opening T20I between India and South Africa in Durban on Friday, becoming the leading run-scorer in T20 internationals among all Indian players, across both men’s and women’s cricket. She achieved the milestone with a single off just the second delivery she faced. Heading into the match, Mandhana was level with Rohit Sharma on 4,231 runs, a record he held before retiring after the 2024 men’s T20 World Cup. Mandhana went on to score 13 runs from 14 balls, taking her overall tally to 4,244 runs in 155 innings, at a strike rate of 124.38. In the broader context of women’s T20Is, Mandhana now ranks second on the all-time run-scorers list, just behind Suzie Bates, who has accumulated 4,717 runs in 175 innings. Highest run-getters in Women’s T20Is Suzie Bates (New Zealand) - 4,717 runs in 181 matches Smriti Mandhana (India) - 4,244 runs in 161 matches Harmanpreet Kaur (India) - 3,869 runs in 191 matches On the men’s side, Babar Azam leads the charts with 4,596 runs from 136 innings, followed by Rohit Sharma (4231 runs in 151 innings) and Virat Kohli (4,188 runs in 117 innings). Also Read - IPL 2026: SRH sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne India start series with loss, trail 0-1 Despite the historic moment, India fell short in the match, losing by six wickets after being asked to bat first at Kingsmead. Openers Shafali Verma and Mandhana provided a steady start with a 46-run stand, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur anchored the innings with an unbeaten 47 off 33 balls, helping India post 157/7. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Why didn’t Cameron Green bowl for KKR vs GT? Ajinkya Rahane explains South Africa successfully chased the target, led by captain Laura Wolvaardt, who scored 51 off 39 deliveries and Annerie Dercksen, who remained not out on 44 from 34 balls. With this defeat, India now trails 0-1 in the five-match series and will aim to bounce back in the next game at the same venue on Sunday.

India opener Smriti Mandhana created a new milestone in the first T20I against South Africa in Durban.

Smriti Mandhana scripts history, surpasses Rohit Sharma to become India's top T20I scorer

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane explained that all-rounder Cameron Green was unable to bowl during Friday’s defeat to the Gujarat Titans in Indian Premier League 2026 due to cramps, which also forced him to spend time off the field. The 26-year-old, who was bought for a record INR 25.20 crore, played a key role with the bat, scoring 79 off 55 deliveries to guide KKR to a total of 180. Despite anchoring the innings after an early setback, he couldn’t accelerate significantly in the death overs. In the field, he made a brilliant catch to dismiss Shubman Gill, but his limited time on the ground meant he couldn’t contribute with the ball.&nbsp;His absence was felt late in the innings, as KKR had to rely on Ramandeep Singh for the final over instead of a more experienced option.&nbsp;After the match, Rahane said Green’s physical discomfort was the sole reason behind his restricted involvement.&nbsp;&nbsp;“He was actually struggling with cramps, which is why he was in and out of the field. That’s the reason he didn’t bowl," Rahane said after the match.&nbsp;“It’s never easy to come out and talk immediately after losing a game. But I’d like to focus on the positives. The way we started, losing three wickets early, it was tough."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-sunrisers-hyderabad-sign-gerald-coetzee-as-a-replacement-for-injured-david-payne-1776488870696">IPL 2026: SRH sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne</a>&nbsp;The skipper also acknowledged that reaching around 180 after being 147 for four wasn’t easy and credited the bowlers for keeping the contest alive until the final over.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Cameron Green’s innings was outstanding, he was under pressure, but the way he counterattacked and took on their bowlers was amazing to see. At 147 for 4, getting to around 180 was slightly difficult for us as a batting unit. But credit to our bowlers, the way they bowled and took the game till the last over, everyone contributed really well."&nbsp;Speaking about the opposition, Rahane commended Gill’s match-winning knock of 86 from 50 balls and pointed out that KKR’s bowlers were slightly short in their lengths, which made scoring easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-gujarat-titans-vs-kolkata-knight-riders-check-result-1776486560119">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result</a>&nbsp;“I thought he (Gill) batted really well. The lengths we bowled were slightly on the shorter side, and the ball was coming onto the bat nicely when pitched up. There was also a bit of dew. But again, no excuses, 180 was a decent total. We needed wickets in the powerplay, but they batted beautifully. Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill were excellent. The powerplay was crucial, but I still want to credit our bowlers. It’s not easy when things aren’t going your way, but they kept coming back and pushing hard," he added.&nbsp;With KKR still winless after six matches and stuck on one point, Rahane stressed the importance of staying focused and not overthinking. He said the team needs to trust their approach and play with confidence and aggression rather than worrying about factors beyond their control.&nbsp;“It’s all about staying in the moment. When things aren’t going your way, you tend to overthink. We just need to focus on the present, go out there, enjoy the game, and back ourselves as a unit instead of worrying about things beyond our control. As a team, we just want to play our game, be aggressive and positive from ball one," Rahane said.

KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane explained why Cameron Green was not given the final over against GT, as the team suffered yet another last-over defeat. Green played a brilliant knock of 79 but did not bowl a single delivery in the second innings.

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane explained that all-rounder Cameron Green was unable to bowl during Friday’s defeat to the Gujarat Titans in Indian Premier League 2026 due to cramps, which also forced him to spend time off the field. The 26-year-old, who was bought for a record INR 25.20 crore, played a key role with the bat, scoring 79 off 55 deliveries to guide KKR to a total of 180. Despite anchoring the innings after an early setback, he couldn’t accelerate significantly in the death overs. In the field, he made a brilliant catch to dismiss Shubman Gill, but his limited time on the ground meant he couldn’t contribute with the ball. His absence was felt late in the innings, as KKR had to rely on Ramandeep Singh for the final over instead of a more experienced option. After the match, Rahane said Green’s physical discomfort was the sole reason behind his restricted involvement. “He was actually struggling with cramps, which is why he was in and out of the field. That’s the reason he didn’t bowl," Rahane said after the match. “It’s never easy to come out and talk immediately after losing a game. But I’d like to focus on the positives. The way we started, losing three wickets early, it was tough." Also Read - IPL 2026: SRH sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne The skipper also acknowledged that reaching around 180 after being 147 for four wasn’t easy and credited the bowlers for keeping the contest alive until the final over. “Cameron Green’s innings was outstanding, he was under pressure, but the way he counterattacked and took on their bowlers was amazing to see. At 147 for 4, getting to around 180 was slightly difficult for us as a batting unit. But credit to our bowlers, the way they bowled and took the game till the last over, everyone contributed really well." Speaking about the opposition, Rahane commended Gill’s match-winning knock of 86 from 50 balls and pointed out that KKR’s bowlers were slightly short in their lengths, which made scoring easier. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result “I thought he (Gill) batted really well. The lengths we bowled were slightly on the shorter side, and the ball was coming onto the bat nicely when pitched up. There was also a bit of dew. But again, no excuses, 180 was a decent total. We needed wickets in the powerplay, but they batted beautifully. Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill were excellent. The powerplay was crucial, but I still want to credit our bowlers. It’s not easy when things aren’t going your way, but they kept coming back and pushing hard," he added. With KKR still winless after six matches and stuck on one point, Rahane stressed the importance of staying focused and not overthinking. He said the team needs to trust their approach and play with confidence and aggression rather than worrying about factors beyond their control. “It’s all about staying in the moment. When things aren’t going your way, you tend to overthink. We just need to focus on the present, go out there, enjoy the game, and back ourselves as a unit instead of worrying about things beyond our control. As a team, we just want to play our game, be aggressive and positive from ball one," Rahane said.

KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane explained why Cameron Green was not given the final over against GT, as the team suffered yet another last-over defeat. Green played a brilliant knock of 79 but did not bowl a single delivery in the second innings.

IPL 2026 | Why didn’t Cameron Green bowl for KKR vs GT? Ajinkya Rahane explains

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have brought in South African pacer Gerald Coetzee for the rest of the IPL 2026 season, replacing David Payne, who has been sidelined due to an ankle injury, the franchise confirmed in a statement. Coetzee has represented South Africa across formats, featuring in four Tests, 14 ODIs and 18 T20Is, picking up a total of 67 international wickets. He also has IPL experience, having played 14 matches so far and taken 15 wickets in the league.&nbsp;In IPL 2025, he appeared in four games for Gujarat Titans, while his more extensive run came with Mumbai Indians in 2024, where he played 10 matches.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-gujarat-titans-vs-kolkata-knight-riders-check-result-1776486560119">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Payne featured in two matches for SRH this season, impressing on his debut against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he returned figures of two for 35 in three overs, including the wickets of captain Rajat Patidar and wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma. However, he failed to pick up a wicket in his second outing against Kolkata Knight Riders.&nbsp;&nbsp;A media release from the IPL says, “Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for David Payne for the remainder of TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Payne - who played 2 games for SRH in the ongoing IPL season and picked 2 wickets from the same - is ruled out of the remainder of the season due to an ankle injury.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-chelsea-star-moises-caicedo-signs-seven-year-contract-extension-1776452405910">Premier League: Chelsea star Moises Caicedo signs seven-year contract extension</a>&nbsp;"Coetzee - a right-arm pacer - has played 4 Tests, 14 ODIs and 18 T20Is for South Africa and has 67 international wickets against his name. Coetzee, who replaces Payne at SRH, has played 14 IPL games in the past - representing Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI), and has 15 IPL wickets. He will join SRH for INR 2 Crore," says the IPL release. SRH have so far played five games, winning two and losing three. They are positioned fifth with the net run rate of +0.576.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Sunrisers Hyderabad have roped in South African fast bowler Gerald Coetzee for INR 2 crore as a replacement for the injured David Payne. Coetzee adds express pace and international experience to the SRH bowling unit.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have brought in South African pacer Gerald Coetzee for the rest of the IPL 2026 season, replacing David Payne, who has been sidelined due to an ankle injury, the franchise confirmed in a statement. Coetzee has represented South Africa across formats, featuring in four Tests, 14 ODIs and 18 T20Is, picking up a total of 67 international wickets. He also has IPL experience, having played 14 matches so far and taken 15 wickets in the league. In IPL 2025, he appeared in four games for Gujarat Titans, while his more extensive run came with Mumbai Indians in 2024, where he played 10 matches. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result Meanwhile, Payne featured in two matches for SRH this season, impressing on his debut against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he returned figures of two for 35 in three overs, including the wickets of captain Rajat Patidar and wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma. However, he failed to pick up a wicket in his second outing against Kolkata Knight Riders. A media release from the IPL says, “Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for David Payne for the remainder of TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Payne - who played 2 games for SRH in the ongoing IPL season and picked 2 wickets from the same - is ruled out of the remainder of the season due to an ankle injury.” Also Read - Premier League: Chelsea star Moises Caicedo signs seven-year contract extension "Coetzee - a right-arm pacer - has played 4 Tests, 14 ODIs and 18 T20Is for South Africa and has 67 international wickets against his name. Coetzee, who replaces Payne at SRH, has played 14 IPL games in the past - representing Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI), and has 15 IPL wickets. He will join SRH for INR 2 Crore," says the IPL release. SRH have so far played five games, winning two and losing three. They are positioned fifth with the net run rate of +0.576. With inputs from agencies

Sunrisers Hyderabad have roped in South African fast bowler Gerald Coetzee for INR 2 crore as a replacement for the injured David Payne. Coetzee adds express pace and international experience to the SRH bowling unit.

IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne

Gujarat Titans (GT) beat three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by six wickets in Match 25 of IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday (Apr 18). Skipper Shubman Gill led the charge with a fluent 86 off 50 deliveries, guiding his side to their third win of the season. Meanwhile, KKR’s struggles continued as they suffered their fifth defeat in six matches, with their only point coming from a rain-affected game against Punjab Kings earlier in the tournament. &nbsp;Chasing 181, GT openers started very strongly, as Gill and Sai Sudharsan attacked from the beginning and did not waste time settling in. Gill played with control and hit smart shots, reaching 22 runs in just nine balls. Sudharsan also played aggressively and together they took GT to 40 runs in just three overs without losing a wicket.&nbsp;The pitch became easier for batting later in the evening and the ball was coming nicely onto the bat. KKR finally got a breakthrough when Sunil Narine dismissed Sudharsan, who got out trying to play a sweep shot. Even after that, GT were in a strong position at 71 for one after the power-play.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-updated-points-table-gujarat-titans-break-into-top-four-kkr-still-winless-1776482318595">IPL 2026 updated points table: Gujarat Titans break into top four; KKR still winless</a>&nbsp;Gill kept the pressure on KKR’s attack, taking 12 runs off Roy in the seventh over. Chakaravarthy struck in the 10th, dismissing Buttler for 25, marking the seventh time he has removed him in 11 T20 meetings.&nbsp;Gill then brought up his half-century in just 27 balls in the next over and continued to anchor the innings, taking a six and a four off Chakaravarthy in the 12th. Narine followed with a tight spell, conceding only four runs in his final over to finish with figures of 1/28 from four overs.&nbsp;Chakaravarthy returned in the 15th to send Sundar back for 13, with Glenn Phillips coming in next. The wicket also took him to 100 IPL scalps for KKR, making him only the third player after Sunil Narine and Andre Russell to reach the milestone for the franchise.&nbsp;In the 17th over, after being driven for a boundary by Gill, Arora struck to dismiss the GT skipper for 86 off 50 balls.&nbsp;Glenn Phillips scored a quick 19 runs but got out in the final over while trying to finish the match with a big shot. In the end, Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan calmly finished the game, giving GT the win in the last over.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, Cameron Green’s maiden IPL 2026 half-century helped KKR post a competitive 180. He top-scored with 79 off 55 balls, marking his second-best IPL knock after his unbeaten century for Mumbai Indians against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;KKR’s innings began on a shaky note, as skipper Ajinkya Rahane was dismissed for a golden duck by Mohammed Siraj in the opening over and Kagiso Rabada followed it up by dismissing Angkrish Raghuvanshi with a good outswinger.&nbsp;Those early blows left KKR under pressure in the powerplay and forced them into a rebuilding phase.&nbsp;Tim Seifert attempted to shift momentum with a couple of boundaries and a six, but Rabada’s well-directed short ball ended his stay, with Phillips completing the catch. Green found the fence regularly and steadied the innings through partnerships with Rovman Powell and Anukul Roy.&nbsp;However, KKR lost their grip towards the end, collapsing with five wickets falling in the space of 22 balls. Prasidh Krishna maintained control at the death, sticking to his lengths and restricting scoring opportunities.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans won their third match in a row after losing their first two, with Shubman Gill scoring a steady 86 to help them chase 181 against Kolkata Knight Riders, who are still yet to win this season.

Gujarat Titans (GT) beat three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by six wickets in Match 25 of IPL 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday (Apr 18). Skipper Shubman Gill led the charge with a fluent 86 off 50 deliveries, guiding his side to their third win of the season. Meanwhile, KKR’s struggles continued as they suffered their fifth defeat in six matches, with their only point coming from a rain-affected game against Punjab Kings earlier in the tournament. Chasing 181, GT openers started very strongly, as Gill and Sai Sudharsan attacked from the beginning and did not waste time settling in. Gill played with control and hit smart shots, reaching 22 runs in just nine balls. Sudharsan also played aggressively and together they took GT to 40 runs in just three overs without losing a wicket. The pitch became easier for batting later in the evening and the ball was coming nicely onto the bat. KKR finally got a breakthrough when Sunil Narine dismissed Sudharsan, who got out trying to play a sweep shot. Even after that, GT were in a strong position at 71 for one after the power-play. Also Read - IPL 2026 updated points table: Gujarat Titans break into top four; KKR still winless Gill kept the pressure on KKR’s attack, taking 12 runs off Roy in the seventh over. Chakaravarthy struck in the 10th, dismissing Buttler for 25, marking the seventh time he has removed him in 11 T20 meetings. Gill then brought up his half-century in just 27 balls in the next over and continued to anchor the innings, taking a six and a four off Chakaravarthy in the 12th. Narine followed with a tight spell, conceding only four runs in his final over to finish with figures of 1/28 from four overs. Chakaravarthy returned in the 15th to send Sundar back for 13, with Glenn Phillips coming in next. The wicket also took him to 100 IPL scalps for KKR, making him only the third player after Sunil Narine and Andre Russell to reach the milestone for the franchise. In the 17th over, after being driven for a boundary by Gill, Arora struck to dismiss the GT skipper for 86 off 50 balls. Glenn Phillips scored a quick 19 runs but got out in the final over while trying to finish the match with a big shot. In the end, Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan calmly finished the game, giving GT the win in the last over. Earlier, Cameron Green’s maiden IPL 2026 half-century helped KKR post a competitive 180. He top-scored with 79 off 55 balls, marking his second-best IPL knock after his unbeaten century for Mumbai Indians against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023. KKR’s innings began on a shaky note, as skipper Ajinkya Rahane was dismissed for a golden duck by Mohammed Siraj in the opening over and Kagiso Rabada followed it up by dismissing Angkrish Raghuvanshi with a good outswinger. Those early blows left KKR under pressure in the powerplay and forced them into a rebuilding phase. Tim Seifert attempted to shift momentum with a couple of boundaries and a six, but Rabada’s well-directed short ball ended his stay, with Phillips completing the catch. Green found the fence regularly and steadied the innings through partnerships with Rovman Powell and Anukul Roy. However, KKR lost their grip towards the end, collapsing with five wickets falling in the space of 22 balls. Prasidh Krishna maintained control at the death, sticking to his lengths and restricting scoring opportunities.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans won their third match in a row after losing their first two, with Shubman Gill scoring a steady 86 to help them chase 181 against Kolkata Knight Riders, who are still yet to win this season.

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result

Gujarat Titans continued their winning momentum on Friday (Apr 18), securing a comfortable five-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After opening their campaign with two losses, the Titans have now won three consecutive matches, moving up to fourth place with six points from five matches. In contrast, KKR’s struggles continued as they suffered their fifth defeat of the season and remain at the bottom of the table with just one point, earned from a rain-affected no-result against Punjab Kings earlier in the tournament. KKR are still the only side without a win after 25 matches this season.&nbsp;Chasing a target of 181, Gujarat Titans got over the line with two balls remaining, slightly boosting their net run rate from -0.029 to +0.018, a marginal yet meaningful improvement for the Shubman Gill-captained side.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-chelsea-star-moises-caicedo-signs-seven-year-contract-extension-1776452405910">Premier League: Chelsea star Moises Caicedo signs seven-year contract extension</a>&nbsp;At the top of the standings, Punjab Kings continue to lead with nine points from five games. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals follow close behind with eight points each, with RCB holding second place due to a better net run rate.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-shubman-gill-s-gt-inflict-more-misery-on-kkr-with-dominant-win-visitors-remain-winless-gt-vs-kkr-1776447269391">IPL 2026: Shubman Gill's GT inflict more misery on KKR with another win</a>&nbsp;The middle of the table remains tightly packed, with four teams tied on four points. Sunrisers Hyderabad currently sit fifth due to a superior NRR, followed by Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants and Chennai Super Kings.&nbsp;At the lower end, Mumbai Indians are placed ninth with just two points from five matches, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain at the bottom of the table.<h2>IPL 2026 Points Table after GT vs KKR</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Pos.</td><td>Team</td><td>M</td><td>W</td><td>L</td><td>NR</td><td>NRR</td><td>PTS</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Punjab Kings</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>1.067</td><td>9</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Royal Challengers Bengaluru</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1.503</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Rajasthan Royals</td><td>5</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0.889</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Gujarat Titans</td><td>5</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0.018</td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Sunrisers Hyderabad</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0.576</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Delhi Capitals</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0.322</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Lucknow Super Giants</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>-0.804</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Chennai Super Kings</td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>-0.846</td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Mumbai Indians</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>-1.076</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Kolkata Knight Riders</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>-1.149</td><td>1</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Here’s a look at the updated IPL 2026 points table after Shubman Gill-led Gujurat Titans defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by five wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Gujarat Titans continued their winning momentum on Friday (Apr 18), securing a comfortable five-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After opening their campaign with two losses, the Titans have now won three consecutive matches, moving up to fourth place with six points from five matches. In contrast, KKR’s struggles continued as they suffered their fifth defeat of the season and remain at the bottom of the table with just one point, earned from a rain-affected no-result against Punjab Kings earlier in the tournament. KKR are still the only side without a win after 25 matches this season. Chasing a target of 181, Gujarat Titans got over the line with two balls remaining, slightly boosting their net run rate from -0.029 to +0.018, a marginal yet meaningful improvement for the Shubman Gill-captained side. Also Read - Premier League: Chelsea star Moises Caicedo signs seven-year contract extension At the top of the standings, Punjab Kings continue to lead with nine points from five games. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals follow close behind with eight points each, with RCB holding second place due to a better net run rate. Also Read - IPL 2026: Shubman Gill's GT inflict more misery on KKR with another win The middle of the table remains tightly packed, with four teams tied on four points. Sunrisers Hyderabad currently sit fifth due to a superior NRR, followed by Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants and Chennai Super Kings. At the lower end, Mumbai Indians are placed ninth with just two points from five matches, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain at the bottom of the table. IPL 2026 Points Table after GT vs KKR

Here’s a look at the updated IPL 2026 points table after Shubman Gill-led Gujurat Titans defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by five wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

IPL 2026 updated points table: Gujarat Titans break into top four; KKR still winless

Chelsea's record signing, Moises Caicedo, has penned a new seven-year deal with the club, keeping him in West London. Caicedo, one of the best players in Chelsea’s recent history, played a crucial role in the club winning the Club World Cup last summer and the UEFA Conference League. His current contract was due to expire in the summer, but will now stay at the club until 2033, having been signed from Brighton in 2023.<h2>Caicedo signs new deal</h2>The Ecuador international cost Chelsea a then-British record fee of £115 million ($156 million) and has lived up to that hefty price tag. With 140 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea, Caicedo has become central to the long-term planning of the club's owners.&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;"I am so happy to have extended my contract at Chelsea," Caicedo told Chelsea's website.&nbsp;"I believe in this team, this club and I know we're going in the right direction. We've only just begun together.&nbsp;"There is still a lot more to achieve, and I'm very hungry to keep improving every day. I want to win more trophies with Chelsea and give everything for this club and for the fans."We have enjoyed some great times together already and my dream is to become a Chelsea legend, and I will work as hard as possible to make that happen."&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;Caicedo's decision to commit his future to Chelsea marks the second significant contract in recent weeks after Blues captain Reece James signed a new deal in March. The 24-year-old's deal is a welcome boost for Chelsea during a troubled period. Liam Rosenior's side have slipped to sixth place in the Premier League after winning just one of their last seven top-flight matches.&nbsp;They also crashed out of the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain. Chelsea face Manchester United on Saturday in a crucial game in their bid to qualify for next season's Champions League via a top-five finish.

Moises Caicedo cost Chelsea a then-British record fee of £115 million ($156 million) and has lived up to that hefty price tag. With 140 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea, Caicedo has become central to the long-term planning of the club owners.

Chelsea's record signing, Moises Caicedo, has penned a new seven-year deal with the club, keeping him in West London. Caicedo, one of the best players in Chelsea’s recent history, played a crucial role in the club winning the Club World Cup last summer and the UEFA Conference League. His current contract was due to expire in the summer, but will now stay at the club until 2033, having been signed from Brighton in 2023. Caicedo signs new deal The Ecuador international cost Chelsea a then-British record fee of £115 million ($156 million) and has lived up to that hefty price tag. With 140 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea, Caicedo has become central to the long-term planning of the club's owners. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions "I am so happy to have extended my contract at Chelsea," Caicedo told Chelsea's website. "I believe in this team, this club and I know we're going in the right direction. We've only just begun together. "There is still a lot more to achieve, and I'm very hungry to keep improving every day. I want to win more trophies with Chelsea and give everything for this club and for the fans. "We have enjoyed some great times together already and my dream is to become a Chelsea legend, and I will work as hard as possible to make that happen." ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Caicedo's decision to commit his future to Chelsea marks the second significant contract in recent weeks after Blues captain Reece James signed a new deal in March. The 24-year-old's deal is a welcome boost for Chelsea during a troubled period. Liam Rosenior's side have slipped to sixth place in the Premier League after winning just one of their last seven top-flight matches. They also crashed out of the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain. Chelsea face Manchester United on Saturday in a crucial game in their bid to qualify for next season's Champions League via a top-five finish.

Moises Caicedo cost Chelsea a then-British record fee of £115 million ($156 million) and has lived up to that hefty price tag. With 140 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea, Caicedo has become central to the long-term planning of the club's owners.

Premier League: Chelsea star Moises Caicedo signs seven-year contract extension

Gujarat Titans (GT) inflicted more misery on three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as they defeated them by six wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shubman Gill scored 86 off 50 to help his side to their third win of the season. On the other hand, KKR have now lost five of their six matches, while their solitary point came against Punjab Kings after a washout at the Eden Gardens earlier in the season.<h2>GT register three wins in a row</h2>Chasing 181, Sai Sudharsan and Gill opened the innings for GT. GT made a steady start, picking up 9 runs off Vaibhav Arora's opening over. The openers continue the momentum, scoring 11 runs off Kartik Tyagi in the following over. Gill and Sudharsan opened up their arms, smashing Anukul Roy for 20 runs in the third over. Veteran spinner Sunil Narine pulled things back in the following over with a tidy line, conceding just 5 runs.&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;Chakaravarthy, in the 15th over, got the better of Sundar for 13, bringing Glenn Phillips to the crease. Chakaravarthy also completed 100 IPL wickets for KKR, becoming only the third player to reach the milestone for the franchise after Sunil Narine and Andre Russell.&nbsp;In the 17th over after being smashed for a cracking four from Gill, Arora removed the GT skipper for 86 off 50 balls. Glenn Phillips is trying to hit a six and finish the match in the final over, holding out at deep mid, night after playing a decent cameo of 19. Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan then sealed the match for GT as the home side won the match in the final over.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a><h2>What happened in KKR innings?</h2>Earlier in the match, Cameron Green's maiden half-century in the IPL 2026 powered KKR to 180 against GT. Green slammed 79 off 55 balls. This marked Green's second-highest IPL score after 100* (47) for MI vs SRH at Wankhede in 2023. Tim Seifert and Ajinkya Rahane opened the innings for KKR. Mohammed Siraj was stuck in the very first over, removing KKR skipper Rahane for a golden duck, bringing young Angkrish Raghuvanshi to the crease.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shubman Gill scored 86 off 50 to help his side to their third win of the season. On the other hand, KKR have now lost five of their six matches, while their solitary point came against PBKS after a washout at the Eden Gardens. 

Gujarat Titans (GT) inflicted more misery on three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as they defeated them by six wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shubman Gill scored 86 off 50 to help his side to their third win of the season. On the other hand, KKR have now lost five of their six matches, while their solitary point came against Punjab Kings after a washout at the Eden Gardens earlier in the season. GT register three wins in a row Chasing 181, Sai Sudharsan and Gill opened the innings for GT. GT made a steady start, picking up 9 runs off Vaibhav Arora's opening over. The openers continue the momentum, scoring 11 runs off Kartik Tyagi in the following over. Gill and Sudharsan opened up their arms, smashing Anukul Roy for 20 runs in the third over. Veteran spinner Sunil Narine pulled things back in the following over with a tidy line, conceding just 5 runs. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Chakaravarthy, in the 15th over, got the better of Sundar for 13, bringing Glenn Phillips to the crease. Chakaravarthy also completed 100 IPL wickets for KKR, becoming only the third player to reach the milestone for the franchise after Sunil Narine and Andre Russell. In the 17th over after being smashed for a cracking four from Gill, Arora removed the GT skipper for 86 off 50 balls. Glenn Phillips is trying to hit a six and finish the match in the final over, holding out at deep mid, night after playing a decent cameo of 19. Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan then sealed the match for GT as the home side won the match in the final over. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions What happened in KKR innings? Earlier in the match, Cameron Green's maiden half-century in the IPL 2026 powered KKR to 180 against GT. Green slammed 79 off 55 balls. This marked Green's second-highest IPL score after 100* (47) for MI vs SRH at Wankhede in 2023. Tim Seifert and Ajinkya Rahane opened the innings for KKR. Mohammed Siraj was stuck in the very first over, removing KKR skipper Rahane for a golden duck, bringing young Angkrish Raghuvanshi to the crease.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shubman Gill scored 86 off 50 to help his side to their third win of the season. On the other hand, KKR have now lost five of their six matches, while their solitary point came against PBKS after a washout at the Eden Gardens.&nbsp;

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