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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced on Monday (May 25) that her administration has agreed to host Iran’s team in Mexico during the upcoming FIFA World Cup after the United States reportedly declined to accommodate the squad for the duration of the tournament. According to Sheinbaum, world football governing body FIFA contacted Mexican authorities following the US decision, even though Iran is scheduled to play all three of its group-stage matches on American soil.&nbsp;Speaking at her daily press briefing, Sheinbaum said Mexico saw no justification for preventing the Iranian team from remaining in the country during the competition.&nbsp;Neither the White House nor the US State Department immediately commented on the matter.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/not-here-to-defend-rajat-patidar-confident-ahead-of-rcb-s-qualifier-1-clash-1779723017243">'Not here to defend...': Rajat Patidar confident ahead of RCB’s Qualifier 1 clash</a>&nbsp;On Saturday, Mehdi Taj, president of Iran’s football federation, confirmed that the team’s training base would shift from Arizona to the border city of Tijuana for the tournament. He said the relocation would simplify visa procedures and allow the squad to travel directly to Mexico on Iran Air flights.&nbsp;Iran’s participation in the World Cup had faced uncertainty following military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran in late February.&nbsp;Iran opens its Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on Jun 15, followed by a match against Belgium on Jun 21. The team will then take on Egypt in Seattle on Jun 26.<h2>How to watch and stream FIFA World Cup 2026 in India</h2>You can watch FIFA 2026 on Zee’s new Unite8 Sports network (Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2 and Unite8 Sports 2 HD). Multiple group-stage matches that take place simultaneously will be aired across the four channels with English and Hindi feeds.All games will also be streamed live on the Zee5 app and website (<a href="https://www.zee5.com/">https://www.zee5.com/</a>).

The Iranian team’s participation in the Jun 11-Jul 19 tournament had been uncertain after the US and Israel carried out strikes on Iran in late February, escalating regional tensions and raising doubts over their involvement.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced on Monday (May 25) that her administration has agreed to host Iran’s team in Mexico during the upcoming FIFA World Cup after the United States reportedly declined to accommodate the squad for the duration of the tournament. According to Sheinbaum, world football governing body FIFA contacted Mexican authorities following the US decision, even though Iran is scheduled to play all three of its group-stage matches on American soil. Speaking at her daily press briefing, Sheinbaum said Mexico saw no justification for preventing the Iranian team from remaining in the country during the competition. Neither the White House nor the US State Department immediately commented on the matter. Also Read - 'Not here to defend...': Rajat Patidar confident ahead of RCB’s Qualifier 1 clash On Saturday, Mehdi Taj, president of Iran’s football federation, confirmed that the team’s training base would shift from Arizona to the border city of Tijuana for the tournament. He said the relocation would simplify visa procedures and allow the squad to travel directly to Mexico on Iran Air flights. Iran’s participation in the World Cup had faced uncertainty following military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran in late February. Iran opens its Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on Jun 15, followed by a match against Belgium on Jun 21. The team will then take on Egypt in Seattle on Jun 26. How to watch and stream FIFA World Cup 2026 in India You can watch FIFA 2026 on Zee’s new Unite8 Sports network (Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2 and Unite8 Sports 2 HD). Multiple group-stage matches that take place simultaneously will be aired across the four channels with English and Hindi feeds. All games will also be streamed live on the Zee5 app and website (https://www.zee5.com/).

The Iranian team’s participation in the Jun 11-Jul 19 tournament had been uncertain after the US and Israel carried out strikes on Iran in late February, escalating regional tensions and raising doubts over their involvement.

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Ahead of Tuesday’s Qualifier 1 clash, RCB skipper Rajat Patidar said that handling pressure situations and sticking to the team’s game plan will be crucial when they take on Gujarat Titans at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. The two sides finished level in their head-to-head meetings during the league stage this season; RCB securing a five-wicket win in the first encounter at home before Gujarat Titans bounced back with a four-wicket victory in the return fixture.&nbsp;With a place in the final at stake, Patidar stressed the importance of staying composed in high-pressure moments.&nbsp;"Both teams have done really well throughout the season. On the given day, whichever team executes their plans better, plays better cricket and stays calmer under pressure, I think that team will win the match," Patidar said as per a press release from RCB.&nbsp;"It is a big stage, Qualifier 1. We must hold our nerves and be confident in whatever we are doing," he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-india-odi-world-cup-hero-harmanpreet-kaur-receives-padma-shri-at-rashtrapati-bhavan-president-droupadi-murmu-1779722685558">WATCH: World Cup hero Harmanpreet Kaur receives Padma Shri at Rashtrapati Bhavan</a>&nbsp;Patidar also highlighted RCB’s bowling attack as a major strength this season, especially during the powerplay overs.&nbsp;“Our strength is bowling, and the way we bowl in the power play will be very crucial,” said Patidar.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Everyone in the team knows that we are not here to defend, we are here with the mindset of attacking and we will look for early wickets. That is what Bhuvi, Hazlewood and Rasikh have been doing and we hope to continue in the same process," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Reflecting on his own captaincy journey, Patidar credited the support system around him and the experience available within the group. "To be honest, I do not need to do so much extra," he said. "Our management, coaching staff and senior players have a lot of experience, and that is helping me a lot as a leader," he added.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday (May 26).

Ahead of Tuesday’s Qualifier 1 clash, RCB skipper Rajat Patidar said that handling pressure situations and sticking to the team’s game plan will be crucial when they take on Gujarat Titans at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. The two sides finished level in their head-to-head meetings during the league stage this season; RCB securing a five-wicket win in the first encounter at home before Gujarat Titans bounced back with a four-wicket victory in the return fixture. With a place in the final at stake, Patidar stressed the importance of staying composed in high-pressure moments. "Both teams have done really well throughout the season. On the given day, whichever team executes their plans better, plays better cricket and stays calmer under pressure, I think that team will win the match," Patidar said as per a press release from RCB. "It is a big stage, Qualifier 1. We must hold our nerves and be confident in whatever we are doing," he added. Also Read - WATCH: World Cup hero Harmanpreet Kaur receives Padma Shri at Rashtrapati Bhavan Patidar also highlighted RCB’s bowling attack as a major strength this season, especially during the powerplay overs. “Our strength is bowling, and the way we bowl in the power play will be very crucial,” said Patidar. "Everyone in the team knows that we are not here to defend, we are here with the mindset of attacking and we will look for early wickets. That is what Bhuvi, Hazlewood and Rasikh have been doing and we hope to continue in the same process," he added. Reflecting on his own captaincy journey, Patidar credited the support system around him and the experience available within the group. "To be honest, I do not need to do so much extra," he said. "Our management, coaching staff and senior players have a lot of experience, and that is helping me a lot as a leader," he added. With inputs from agencies

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday (May 26).

'Not here to defend...': Rajat Patidar confident ahead of RCB’s Qualifier 1 clash

The 2015 French Open champion, Stan Wawrinka, waved an emotional goodbye to his final Roland Garros on Monday (May 25) after a four-set first-round defeat to Jesper de Jong. The Swiss tennis legend, who announced his retirement plan at the end of the season, hoped for a final swansong in Paris, only to bow out in the first round. Wawrinka suffered defeat in just over three hours, despite having won the second set 3-6, 6-3, 3-6, 4-6 to his Dutch opponent.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Stan&#39;s story at Roland-Garros ends here 🥺<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RolandGarros?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RolandGarros</a> <a href="https://t.co/oBEo0p2Ih7">pic.twitter.com/oBEo0p2Ih7</a>&mdash; Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) <a href="https://twitter.com/rolandgarros/status/2058916662078812194?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The 41-year-old was presented with a glass case containing a section of a clay court and two videos (tribute to his career) displayed on big screens around the stadium. Tennis legends, including Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and even Novak Djokovic, among other superstars, paid tribute to the multi-time Grand Slam winner.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A few of Stan Wawrinka&#39;s friends wanted to share a few words 🫶<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RolandGarros?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RolandGarros</a> <a href="https://t.co/VbQ7kWwHXM">pic.twitter.com/VbQ7kWwHXM</a>&mdash; Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) <a href="https://twitter.com/rolandgarros/status/2058918087433285971?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"It's hard, I don't want to say goodbye to you here," Wawrinka said, before also thanking the people who work behind the scenes at the tournament. "Unfortunately, it's my last match at Roland Garros, but thank you." &nbsp;"Me too, I love you," he added in response to cries from the spectators of 'we love you, Stan'. &nbsp;"Thanks to all your support, I wanted to go on as long as possible, to 41 years of age, to continue living moments like this."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-djokovic-survives-r1-scare-but-7th-seed-fritz-and-raducanu-crash-out-1779678725165">French Open 2026 | Djokovic survives R1 scare but 7th seed Fritz and Raducanu crash out</a> &nbsp;Despite the mercury tipping over 30C, there were few empty seats to spare on Court Simonne Mathieu to see the hugely-popular former world number three appear for the final time on the red dirt in Paris. &nbsp;A crushing forehand by De Jong earned the 106th-ranked player the crucial break to get ahead 5-4 in the fourth set. His every point roared on by the crowd, Wawrinka forced a break-back opportunity, but his best efforts to prolong his stay in Roland Garros, which at one moment left him lying panting on his back, were in vain as De Jong battled into the second round. &nbsp;"To be honest, it's not about me today," the 25-year-old said. "Funny story about Stan, he was playing against my coach when I was a ball kid! &nbsp;"It's all about Stan today."&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

An emotional Stan Wawrinka waved a final goodbye to Roland Garros after a gruelling four-set, first-round defeat to Jesper de Jong at the 2026 French Open. Read the legendary champion's moving farewell speech.

The 2015 French Open champion, Stan Wawrinka, waved an emotional goodbye to his final Roland Garros on Monday (May 25) after a four-set first-round defeat to Jesper de Jong. The Swiss tennis legend, who announced his retirement plan at the end of the season, hoped for a final swansong in Paris, only to bow out in the first round. Wawrinka suffered defeat in just over three hours, despite having won the second set 3-6, 6-3, 3-6, 4-6 to his Dutch opponent.

An emotional Stan Wawrinka waved a final goodbye to Roland Garros after a gruelling four-set, first-round defeat to Jesper de Jong at the 2026 French Open. Read the legendary champion's moving farewell speech.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Indian President Droupadi Murmu confers Padma Shri on India women&#39;s cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur for her contributions in the field of Sports (Cricket) (Source: ANI) <a href="https://t.co/u14Mk1qvYN">pic.twitter.com/u14Mk1qvYN</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/2058881625262588191?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Unlike her teammates, including Shreyanka Patil, Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues, who have already flown to Chelmsford to prepare for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England, Harmanpreet stayed back in India for the Padma Awards. &nbsp;Placed in Group 1, India will open its campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on June 14, in Edgbaston, Birmingham. India’s group also includes Australia, the Netherlands, South Africa and Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Group 2 consists of teams like England, West Indies, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Ireland and Scotland.<h3>Indian women’s schedule –</h3><ul><li>India vs Pakistan – June 14 (Birmingham)</li><li>India vs Netherlands – June 17 (Leeds)</li><li>India vs South Africa – June 21 (Manchester)</li><li>India vs Bangladesh – June 25 (Manchester)</li><li>India vs Australia – June 28 (London)</li></ul>

WATCH: India Captain Harmanpreet Kaur receives the prestigious Padma Shri from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan before heading to England for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. Full tournament schedule inside!

Indian women’s team captain Harmanpreet Kaur was on Monday (May 25) conferred with the coveted Padma Shri Award - the fourth-highest civilian award in the country, for her unparalleled contribution to Indian cricket. The veteran superstar led the women’s team to their maiden ODI World Cup last year at home, joining Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni as the only three Indian captains to achieve this feat. Indian President Droupadi Murmu presented her with the award at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. After 131 Padma Awards were approved for 2026, including five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards, Droupadi Murmu presented two Padma Vibhushan, six Padma Bhushan and 58 Padma Shri honours during the first Civil Investiture Ceremony. The remaining recipients will be honoured during the second phase. Also read | 'They haven’t removed me': Yash Dayal breaks silence on RCB snub Among other marquee recipients within the cricket circuit, former Indian captain Rohit Sharma was conferred with the Padma Shri, but wasn’t present at the venue. WATCH VIDEO HERE –

WATCH: India Captain Harmanpreet Kaur receives the prestigious Padma Shri from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan before heading to England for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. Full tournament schedule inside!

WATCH: World Cup hero Harmanpreet Kaur receives Padma Shri at Rashtrapati Bhavan

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Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev won the men’s 50m freestyle at the Enhanced Games on Sunday and was the only athlete to break a record at the event.

Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev emerged as the only competitor to surpass a world record on Sunday at the controversial Enhanced Games, where athletes were permitted to use performance-enhancing drugs. Competing in the men’s 50m freestyle in Las Vegas, Gkolomeev clocked 20.81 seconds in the final race of the evening. Although the result is not officially recognised, it was faster than the 20.88, second benchmark set by Australian swimmer Cameron McEvoy in March. Wearing a high-tech “supersuit” that has long been banned in competitions such as the Olympic Games, Gkolomeev secured a $1 million reward for the performance. “It was a great race… I got it,” Gkolomeev said after the event. “Maybe next year I’ll break it again.” The Enhanced Games have faced strong criticism from sports governing bodies and anti-doping organizations, which argue the event poses significant health risks to athletes. The competition attracted several high-profile swimmers with Olympic credentials, inc luding James Magnussen, Cody Miller and Ben Proud, with prize money reaching $250,000 for event victories. Also Read - 'They haven’t removed me': Yash Dayal breaks silence on RCB snub Co-founder Max Martin had anticipated that multiple records would fall during the event, however, several athletes narrowly missed historic times before Gkolomeev’s standout swim. Meanwhile, Britain’s Proud captured the men’s 50m butterfly title in 22.32 seconds, finishing just 0.05 off the world mark. Also Read - No Real Madrid player picked in Barcelona-heavy Spain FIFA World Cup squad "We all know what we came for. And that's world records. And so, to be that agonizingly close, it's frustrating," said the Paris 2024 silver medallist. Gkolomeev earlier clocked 46.60sec in the 100m freestyle, missing the world record of 46.40. "I think tonight, yes, we did expect a few more world records to happen. But at the end of the day, this is live sports, and this is always something that you can never plan for," Martin told AFP. "We've had certain injuries today with athletes that couldn't participate because of that," he added. With inputs from agencies

Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev won the men’s 50m freestyle at the Enhanced Games on Sunday and was the only athlete to break a record at the event.

Swimmer Gkolomeev breaks record at drug-allowed Enhanced Games

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RCB pacer Yash Dayal, currently out on bail in POCSO and rape cases, said the franchise still sees him as part of their plans and that he remains in regular contact with coach Dinesh Karthik.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru fast bowler Yash Dayal, who is currently out on bail in multiple sexual harassment and exploitation cases, has said that his absence from the IPL 2026 season was a decision taken by the franchise management and not by him personally. He added that, given the choice, he would have preferred to remain with the squad. Dayal also revealed that he continues to stay in regular contact with the team management, particularly batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik. The left-arm pacer is facing two criminal investigations in different states, including allegations under the POCSO Act linked to a minor. One FIR, lodged in Ghaziabad in 2025, accused him of exploiting a woman under the false promise of marriage, while another case filed in Jaipur alleged repeated rape of a minor. Speaking on the Talk With Manvendra Podcast, Dayal said the franchise had neither released him nor named a replacement, which he sees as a sign that the team still considered him as a part of their plans. “They haven’t removed me from the team, and they haven’t even announced a replacement because maybe they still see me as part of the squad," he said on Talk With Manvendra Podcast. “It wasn’t my personal decision to opt out of this season. The statement may become controversial, but decisions are always taken by the authorities… I miss it a lot and feel like I should be there." Also Read - IPL 2026 | How Miller's denied single vs GT costed DC a potential playoff spot Dayal further stated that he remains in touch with the franchise leadership, including director Mo Bobat and Karthik. “There is communication with the management. Sometimes they call me, sometimes I call them. I speak with the director (Mo Bobat), and I also stay in touch with Dinesh Karthik," he added. The cricketer has been granted interim protection from arrest by both the Allahabad and Rajasthan High Courts while investigations continue. Despite the pending cases, RCB retained him for INR 5 crore following his contribution to the team’s IPL 2025 title-winning campaign. The decision attracted criticism, especially since the franchise had an opportunity to release him ahead of the 2026 auction. Earlier this season, RCB removed Dayal from team bus promotional images and later confirmed through a media statement that he would not be part of the squad, while also stating that the franchise continued to support him. RCB ended the IPL 2026 league stage at the top of the points table and are set to play the first Qualifier against GT on Tuesday (May 26).

RCB pacer Yash Dayal, currently out on bail in POCSO and rape cases, said the franchise still sees him as part of their plans and that he remains in regular contact with coach Dinesh Karthik.

'They haven’t removed me': Yash Dayal breaks silence on RCB snub

For the first time, Spain’s World Cup squad did not include any Real Madrid players, as their rivals, Barcelona, have several first-team players featuring in the upcoming FIFA World Cup in North America starting June 11. Barcelona’s winger and star player Lamine Yamal will headline Spain’s star-studded squad, with head coach Luis de la Fuente also including Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino since his recent return from injury. Spain has excluded Real’s Dean Huijsen and veteran full-back Dani Carvajal, who struggled through an injury-hit campaign.

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Meanwhile, Merino finally returned for the Gunners against Crystal Palace on Sunday (May 24) in their final PL match this season, for his first appearance since January after fracturing his foot. Coach De La Fuente has also recalled defenders, Eric Garcia and Marc Pubill, from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, respectively, while overlooking Atletico's Robin Le Normand.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lionel-messi-limps-off-in-mls-game-in-setback-for-argentina-as-fifa-world-cup-2026-nears-1779686871905">Lionel Messi limps off in MLS game in setback for Argentina as FIFA World Cup 2026 nears</a> &nbsp;Along with teenager Barca star Yamal, Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams played a key role as Spain won Euro 2024, and he is in the squad despite a season badly disrupted by fitness issues. &nbsp;Yamal, 18, is a doubt for the first matches of the tournament after suffering a hamstring injury with Barca, which has kept him out since late April. Spain is placed in Group H alongside debutants Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and former winners Uruguay. Spain will open their campaign against Cape Verde on June 15 before facing Saudi Arabia six days later (June 21) and wrapping up their group stage campaign against Uruguay on June 28.<h3>Spain’s FIFA World Cup Squad -</h3>Goalkeepers: Unai Simon, David Raya, Joan Garcia &nbsp;Defenders: Marcos Llorente, Marc Pubill, Pedro Porro, Aymeric Laporte, Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Marc Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo &nbsp;Midfielders: Rodri, Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, Pedri, Gavi, Fabian Ruiz, Alex Baena &nbsp;Forwards: Yeremy Pino, Victor Munoz, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ferran Torres, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams and Borja Iglesias&nbsp;(With inputs from AFP)

In a historic first, head coach Luis de la Fuente has named a Barcelona-heavy Spain World Cup squad with zero Real Madrid players. Lamine Yamal and Mikel Merino headline the 26-man roster.

For the first time, Spain’s World Cup squad did not include any Real Madrid players, as their rivals, Barcelona, have several first-team players featuring in the upcoming FIFA World Cup in North America starting June 11. Barcelona’s winger and star player Lamine Yamal will headline Spain’s star-studded squad, with head coach Luis de la Fuente also including Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino since his recent return from injury. Spain has excluded Real’s Dean Huijsen and veteran full-back Dani Carvajal, who struggled through an injury-hit campaign.

In a historic first, head coach Luis de la Fuente has named a Barcelona-heavy Spain World Cup squad with zero Real Madrid players. Lamine Yamal and Mikel Merino headline the 26-man roster.

No Real Madrid player picked in Barcelona-heavy Spain FIFA World Cup squad

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan. 

From Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Kagiso Rabada, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Jofra Archer, Anshul Kamboj and Rashid Khan.&nbsp;

Meet top 5 bowlers with most wickets in IPL 2026 (league stage)

From Sai Sudharsan to Heinrich Klaasen, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IPL 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

From Sai Sudharsan to Heinrich Klaasen, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IPL 2026 (league stage). This list also includes Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in IPL 2026 (league stage)

Delhi Capitals finished IPL 2026 with 14 points from seven wins and as many losses in 14 matches and missed out on spot for playoffs. DC's points were only two short of fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals, which qualified with 16 points. The Axar Patel-led side could have qualified for the playoffs if not for a denied single by David Miller in the earlier matches for the team. DC lost the match by one run against Gujarat Titans (GT) in which Miller refused to take a single on the penultimate ball to tie the match and those points have surely came back to haunt the team.<h2>The single which potentially denied DC a playoff spot</h2>Chasing 211, DC needed two runs off the last two balls with Miller on strike. The Protea batter hit the penultimate ball of the match from Prasidh Krishan to deep square leg and he decided not to take a single and sent Kuldeep Yadav back. The single would have a tied the match, giving DC a chance to win the match on the last ball or even super over.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-will-rcb-be-able-to-defend-title-here-s-what-data-says-about-consecutive-trophy-winners-1779695890964">IPL 2026 | Will RCB be able to defend title? Here's what data says</a>On the last ball, Prasidh Krishna bowled a slow bouncer and the batters failed to complete a single run let alone two needed to win and GT went on to win the match by one run - denying a crucial win to DC and much needed two points which eventually may have costed them a playoff spot.<h2>How DC performed in league stage?</h2>DC started the season with two back-to-back wins and then lost two consecutive matches. A single win then came followed by three consecutive losses. A solitary win then came again followed by two losses, leaving DC's chances hanging by a thread. The Capitals, however, won three wins in last three matches but it wasn't enough in the end to take them to playoffs.

DC lost the match by one run against Gujarat Titans (GT) in which Miller refused to take a single on the penultimate ball to tie the match and those points have surely came back to haunt the team.

Delhi Capitals finished IPL 2026 with 14 points from seven wins and as many losses in 14 matches and missed out on spot for playoffs. DC's points were only two short of fourth-placed Rajasthan Royals, which qualified with 16 points. The Axar Patel-led side could have qualified for the playoffs if not for a denied single by David Miller in the earlier matches for the team. DC lost the match by one run against Gujarat Titans (GT) in which Miller refused to take a single on the penultimate ball to tie the match and those points have surely came back to haunt the team. The single which potentially denied DC a playoff spot Chasing 211, DC needed two runs off the last two balls with Miller on strike. The Protea batter hit the penultimate ball of the match from Prasidh Krishan to deep square leg and he decided not to take a single and sent Kuldeep Yadav back. The single would have a tied the match, giving DC a chance to win the match on the last ball or even super over. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Will RCB be able to defend title? Here's what data says On the last ball, Prasidh Krishna bowled a slow bouncer and the batters failed to complete a single run let alone two needed to win and GT went on to win the match by one run - denying a crucial win to DC and much needed two points which eventually may have costed them a playoff spot. How DC performed in league stage? DC started the season with two back-to-back wins and then lost two consecutive matches. A single win then came followed by three consecutive losses. A solitary win then came again followed by two losses, leaving DC's chances hanging by a thread. The Capitals, however, won three wins in last three matches but it wasn't enough in the end to take them to playoffs.

DC lost the match by one run against Gujarat Titans (GT) in which Miller refused to take a single on the penultimate ball to tie the match and those points have surely came back to haunt the team.

IPL 2026 | How Miller's denied single vs GT costed DC a potential playoff spot

Age doesn’t seem to be a problem for Mitchell Starc, Australian ODI captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, the three pace veterans the Australia wish to have on board for their title defence in the 2027 ODI World Cup. The two-time ODI World Cup-winning trio would be entering the ‘concerned age’ bracket by the time the next showpiece event comes across, but Australian head coach Andrew McDonald is hopeful of them staying fit for the 14-team tournament. While the selectors have rested the pace attack for the away sub-continent ODI tours, the trio remain in reckoning for the packed calendar.&nbsp;“I think people look at the immediate games and go, 'Well, why aren't they playing there?'” McDonald said. “But if you actually work back from 2027 and look at what we've got coming up, this is the last significant break that we get to invest into their bodies to set themselves up to get all the way through to 2027. We are planning for them to be there in 2027.”&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/they-are-attacking-my-friends-and-family-travis-head-wife-jessica-reveals-online-abuse-after-virat-kohli-spat-during-srh-vs-rcb-ipl-2026-playoffs-1779697330482">‘They are attacking my friends and family,' Travis Head’s wife reveals online abuse after Kohli spat</a> &nbsp;While McDonald expects that the roadmap to their title defence and managing their pace attack's workload is stiff to begin with, he believes that by providing them ample rest, despite their willingness to play, Australia can remain in the winning position. &nbsp;Adding that the three quicks were available for selection for the white-ball tours of Pakistan and Bangladesh, McDonald said that the CA, selectors and the management chose against picking them, saying they didn’t feel like ‘it’s the best time for them to play.’ &nbsp;"I think there needs to be a lot of trust in what we're doing to be able to get them there. It's going to be a significant challenge, in particular for our fantastic (sports science and medical) team, they've done a great job over a period of time," McDonald said. &nbsp;"I think there's almost a misconception that the players are sort of picking and choosing as to where they play and which series they play in. These decisions are made around the management of what is coming up with in the schedule - and they don't choose that. &nbsp;"We work with them on it ... those players want to play. We just don't feel like it's the best time for them to play," he added. &nbsp;Meanwhile, hailing the pair as robust but ‘oldies’ at the same time, the head coach reflected on their age reality and how Australia can benefit from their availability.&nbsp; &nbsp;"We are getting older, so that's going to create some different management challenges. They've been incredibly robust, a lot of those players, and a few have had a few recent (injury) pickups, so it's something that we need to invest a lot of time into,” he added.

"We are getting older." Australian head coach Andrew McDonald reveals the long-term blueprint to manage the veteran pace trio of Cummins, Starc, and Hazlewood through to the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Age doesn’t seem to be a problem for Mitchell Starc, Australian ODI captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, the three pace veterans the Australia wish to have on board for their title defence in the 2027 ODI World Cup. The two-time ODI World Cup-winning trio would be entering the ‘concerned age’ bracket by the time the next showpiece event comes across, but Australian head coach Andrew McDonald is hopeful of them staying fit for the 14-team tournament. While the selectors have rested the pace attack for the away sub-continent ODI tours, the trio remain in reckoning for the packed calendar. “I think people look at the immediate games and go, 'Well, why aren't they playing there?'” McDonald said. “But if you actually work back from 2027 and look at what we've got coming up, this is the last significant break that we get to invest into their bodies to set themselves up to get all the way through to 2027. We are planning for them to be there in 2027.” Also read | ‘They are attacking my friends and family,' Travis Head’s wife reveals online abuse after Kohli spat While McDonald expects that the roadmap to their title defence and managing their pace attack's workload is stiff to begin with, he believes that by providing them ample rest, despite their willingness to play, Australia can remain in the winning position. Adding that the three quicks were available for selection for the white-ball tours of Pakistan and Bangladesh, McDonald said that the CA, selectors and the management chose against picking them, saying they didn’t feel like ‘it’s the best time for them to play.’ "I think there needs to be a lot of trust in what we're doing to be able to get them there. It's going to be a significant challenge, in particular for our fantastic (sports science and medical) team, they've done a great job over a period of time," McDonald said. "I think there's almost a misconception that the players are sort of picking and choosing as to where they play and which series they play in. These decisions are made around the management of what is coming up with in the schedule - and they don't choose that. "We work with them on it ... those players want to play. We just don't feel like it's the best time for them to play," he added. Meanwhile, hailing the pair as robust but ‘oldies’ at the same time, the head coach reflected on their age reality and how Australia can benefit from their availability. "We are getting older, so that's going to create some different management challenges. They've been incredibly robust, a lot of those players, and a few have had a few recent (injury) pickups, so it's something that we need to invest a lot of time into,” he added.

"We are getting older." Australian head coach Andrew McDonald reveals the long-term blueprint to manage the veteran pace trio of Cummins, Starc, and Hazlewood through to the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Age No Bar: Australia back veteran pace trio to lead 2027 World Cup title defence

Online abuse directed at cricketers, their spouses and even friends and extended family members has become an unfortunate norm these days. Travis Head and his wife are back at the receiving end of this. After SRH opener and RCB icon Virat Kohli indulged in a verbal spat during their face-off the past week, Virat’s fans took to Instagram, abusing Head’s wife and even her friends. Not for the first time did the pair face similar trauma, as following Head’s unbeaten match-winning 137 against India in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, he and his family were abused online.&nbsp;&nbsp;During RCB’s run chase in Hyderabad, Kohli and Head exchanged words, with the Indian veteran not shaking hands with his Aussie counterpart after the match, sparking online debate. While a section of fans defended Virat’s action, saying such things keep happening between players, many trolled Kohli for acting too arrogantly and harshly over a spat. Although neither commented on it, Virat’s fans flooded Head and his wife’s social media handles with sheer abuse. &nbsp;See Pics | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ipl-2026-road-to-playoffs-how-rcb-gt-srh-and-rr-entered-top-4-1779683121847">IPL 2026 Road to Playoffs: How RCB, GT, SRH and RR entered top 4</a>&nbsp;Speaking to the Australian media outlet The Advertiser, Head’s wife, Jessica, revealed she woke up to her social media being flooded with online abuse the day after a spat with Kohli.&nbsp; &nbsp;“It feels like a repeat of the abuse that happened after the World Cup,” Jessica said in a chat with The Advertiser. “I woke up to my socials blasting... we are fine, but they are attacking my friends and family.” &nbsp;Even after Australia beat India to win their sixth ODI World Cup in November 2023, Head, his wife and even his young daughter received disturbing online abuse and threats. Jessica, however, has urged the fans to be more respectful on social media.&nbsp; &nbsp;“I think across all sports at the moment there’s an important conversation around mental health, perspective and the way we speak to one another,” she added. “Passion will always be part of sport, but so is remembering there are real people and families behind the game. Hopefully, this encourages more kindness and support for one another.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, both SRH and the defending champions RCB have reached the playoffs this season. While RCB will face Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Qualifier 1 on Tuesday (May 26) in Dharamsala, the SRH and Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face off in the Eliminator in New Chandigarh on Wednesday (May 27).&nbsp;

"They are attacking my friends and family." Travis Head’s wife, Jessica, speaks out against severe online abuse from fans following her husband's intense IPL 2026 clash with Virat Kohli.

Online abuse directed at cricketers, their spouses and even friends and extended family members has become an unfortunate norm these days. Travis Head and his wife are back at the receiving end of this. After SRH opener and RCB icon Virat Kohli indulged in a verbal spat during their face-off the past week, Virat’s fans took to Instagram, abusing Head’s wife and even her friends. Not for the first time did the pair face similar trauma, as following Head’s unbeaten match-winning 137 against India in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, he and his family were abused online. During RCB’s run chase in Hyderabad, Kohli and Head exchanged words, with the Indian veteran not shaking hands with his Aussie counterpart after the match, sparking online debate. While a section of fans defended Virat’s action, saying such things keep happening between players, many trolled Kohli for acting too arrogantly and harshly over a spat. Although neither commented on it, Virat’s fans flooded Head and his wife’s social media handles with sheer abuse. See Pics | IPL 2026 Road to Playoffs: How RCB, GT, SRH and RR entered top 4 Speaking to the Australian media outlet The Advertiser, Head’s wife, Jessica, revealed she woke up to her social media being flooded with online abuse the day after a spat with Kohli. “It feels like a repeat of the abuse that happened after the World Cup,” Jessica said in a chat with The Advertiser. “I woke up to my socials blasting... we are fine, but they are attacking my friends and family.” Even after Australia beat India to win their sixth ODI World Cup in November 2023, Head, his wife and even his young daughter received disturbing online abuse and threats. Jessica, however, has urged the fans to be more respectful on social media. “I think across all sports at the moment there’s an important conversation around mental health, perspective and the way we speak to one another,” she added. “Passion will always be part of sport, but so is remembering there are real people and families behind the game. Hopefully, this encourages more kindness and support for one another.” Meanwhile, both SRH and the defending champions RCB have reached the playoffs this season. While RCB will face Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Qualifier 1 on Tuesday (May 26) in Dharamsala, the SRH and Rajasthan Royals (RR) will face off in the Eliminator in New Chandigarh on Wednesday (May 27).

"They are attacking my friends and family." Travis Head’s wife, Jessica, speaks out against severe online abuse from fans following her husband's intense IPL 2026 clash with Virat Kohli.

‘They are attacking my friends and family,' Travis Head’s wife reveals online abuse after Kohli spat

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, 41, died because of severe pneumonia that rapidly developed into sepsis, according to statement released by his family and NASCAR officials on Saturday (May 23). Busch was reportedly hospitalised after becoming unresponsive during a racing simulator session in Concord, North Carolina on Wednesday (May 20) last week. The shocking death of one of NASCAR’s biggest modern-era stars left the motorsport world in mourning, with tributes pouring in across racing circuits, the Indy 500 and major sporting events in the United States.<h2>What was Kyle Busch's cause of death?</h2>Busch’s family confirmed that the race driver died on Thursday (May 21) from complications linked to severe pneumonia and sepsis. A CNN report stated that Busch had coughed up some blood and was experiencing shortness of breath on Wednesday before a 911 call was placed to take him to the hospital.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-djokovic-survives-r1-scare-but-7th-seed-fritz-and-raducanu-crash-out-1779678725165">French Open 2026 | Djokovic survives R1 scare but Fritz and Raducanu crash out</a>The 41-year-old was admitted to a hospital in Charlotte after becoming unresponsive during a simulator test session. Medical evaluations later revealed that the infection had spread aggressively, triggering sepsis — a life-threatening condition according to US' Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) "where the body’s immune response begins damaging organs and tissues."His sudden passing stunned fans because of his active schedule and long-standing image as one of NASCAR’s toughest competitors."The Family asks for continued understanding and privacy during this difficult time," Dakota Hunter, Kyle Busch Companies vice president, said in a statement.<h2>What Kyle Busch’s death means for the sporting world?</h2>Busch’s death marks one of the biggest losses in modern American motorsport. A two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, he finished his career with 63 Cup wins and a record 234 victories across NASCAR’s top three national series.The emotional impact was visible across race weekend tributes. During the Indy 500, organizers honoured Busch with special scoreboard messages, while NASCAR held moments of silence during the Coca-Cola 600 weekend. Richard Childress Racing also announced that Busch’s iconic No. 8 car would be retired temporarily in his memory.For many fans, Busch represented NASCAR’s fearless generation — aggressive, emotional and relentlessly competitive. His death has now also sparked wider conversations around pneumonia, sepsis awareness and athlete health monitoring, especially in high-pressure sporting environments.

Busch’s family confirmed that the race car driver died on Thursday (May 21) from complications linked to severe pneumonia and sepsis.

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, 41, died because of severe pneumonia that rapidly developed into sepsis, according to statement released by his family and NASCAR officials on Saturday (May 23). Busch was reportedly hospitalised after becoming unresponsive during a racing simulator session in Concord, North Carolina on Wednesday (May 20) last week. The shocking death of one of NASCAR’s biggest modern-era stars left the motorsport world in mourning, with tributes pouring in across racing circuits, the Indy 500 and major sporting events in the United States. What was Kyle Busch's cause of death? Busch’s family confirmed that the race driver died on Thursday (May 21) from complications linked to severe pneumonia and sepsis. A CNN report stated that Busch had coughed up some blood and was experiencing shortness of breath on Wednesday before a 911 call was placed to take him to the hospital. Also Read - French Open 2026 | Djokovic survives R1 scare but Fritz and Raducanu crash out The 41-year-old was admitted to a hospital in Charlotte after becoming unresponsive during a simulator test session. Medical evaluations later revealed that the infection had spread aggressively, triggering sepsis — a life-threatening condition according to US' Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) "where the body’s immune response begins damaging organs and tissues." His sudden passing stunned fans because of his active schedule and long-standing image as one of NASCAR’s toughest competitors. "The Family asks for continued understanding and privacy during this difficult time," Dakota Hunter, Kyle Busch Companies vice president, said in a statement. What Kyle Busch’s death means for the sporting world? Busch’s death marks one of the biggest losses in modern American motorsport. A two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, he finished his career with 63 Cup wins and a record 234 victories across NASCAR’s top three national series. The emotional impact was visible across race weekend tributes. During the Indy 500, organizers honoured Busch with special scoreboard messages, while NASCAR held moments of silence during the Coca-Cola 600 weekend. Richard Childress Racing also announced that Busch’s iconic No. 8 car would be retired temporarily in his memory. For many fans, Busch represented NASCAR’s fearless generation — aggressive, emotional and relentlessly competitive. His death has now also sparked wider conversations around pneumonia, sepsis awareness and athlete health monitoring, especially in high-pressure sporting environments.

Busch’s family confirmed that the race car driver died on Thursday (May 21) from complications linked to severe pneumonia and sepsis.

How did NASCAR driver Kyle Busch die? Family shares cause of death in statement

The IPL 2026 is in the playoff stage and the four teams remain in contention for a title. The teams which remain in the hunt for the title after 14 games each in the league stage are: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), Gujarat Titans (GT), and Rajasthan Royals. All four teams have won at least one title each - in fact only one title each. With only the top teams remaining to play the playoffs stage, the race for Orange Cap and Purple Cap has also gotten thinner. The question is - How many times a team has won back-to-back titles and what does it take to do it? Let's look at the data from previous years and try to pick out a winner -<h2>How can Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defend IPL title?</h2>Only two teams in the history of IPL have won consecutive title - Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2010 &amp; 2011 and Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2019 &amp; 2020. During their back-to-back title wins, no players from either teams won Orange Cup or Purple Cap. As of now, GT's Said Sudharsan (638 runs) holds the Orange Cap for most runs and Purple Cap for most wicket is held jointly by RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar and GT's Kagiso Rabada with 24 wickets each - a slight disadvantage for RCB from historical set of eyes.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ipl-2026-road-to-playoffs-how-rcb-gt-srh-and-rr-entered-top-4-1779683121847">IPL 2026 Road to Playoffs: How RCB, GT, SRH and RR entered top 4</a>During RCB's maiden title win in 2025, however, GT's Sudharsan (759 runs) and Prasidh Krishna (25 wickets) had the Orange Cap ad Purple Cap, respectively. In the ongoing edition, GT again have Orange Cap leader as of now and also the joint Purple Cap leader as well - something which could work in favour of RCB? Only time will tell.<h2>How many times a Purple Cap winner has won IPL?</h2>In the 18-year-long history of IPL, only three times a Purple Cap winner has won the IPL trophy as well and those players are: Sohail Tanvir - Won Purple Cap with 22 wickets in 2008 and Rajasthan Royals won the title. RP Singh - Won Purple Cap with 23 wickets in 2009 and Deccan Chargers won the title. Bhuvneshwar Kumar - Won Purple Cap with 23 wickets in 2016 and SRH won the title.With Bhuvi once again leading the list, jointly though, RCB do have a chance to win the title.<h2>How many times an Orange Cap winner has won the IPL?</h2>Batting surely gets all the attention in the IPL but winning Orange Cap for a team does not guarantee an IPL title. In fact, only two times in the history of the tournament a batter has won both - Orange Cap and IPL title - Robin Uthappa with 660 runs for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2014 and Ruturaj Gaikwad with 635 runs for CSK in 2021.As for RCB, Sai Saudharsan was the Orange Cap winner and he is at the top in the ongoing edition as well - another plus for RCB's title hopes.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2010 & 2011 and Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2019 & 2020 are the only two teams to win back-to-back IPL trophies in tournament history.

The IPL 2026 is in the playoff stage and the four teams remain in contention for a title. The teams which remain in the hunt for the title after 14 games each in the league stage are: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), Gujarat Titans (GT), and Rajasthan Royals. All four teams have won at least one title each - in fact only one title each. With only the top teams remaining to play the playoffs stage, the race for Orange Cap and Purple Cap has also gotten thinner. The question is - How many times a team has won back-to-back titles and what does it take to do it? Let's look at the data from previous years and try to pick out a winner - How can Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defend IPL title? Only two teams in the history of IPL have won consecutive title - Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2010 & 2011 and Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2019 & 2020. During their back-to-back title wins, no players from either teams won Orange Cup or Purple Cap. As of now, GT's Said Sudharsan (638 runs) holds the Orange Cap for most runs and Purple Cap for most wicket is held jointly by RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar and GT's Kagiso Rabada with 24 wickets each - a slight disadvantage for RCB from historical set of eyes. Also Read - IPL 2026 Road to Playoffs: How RCB, GT, SRH and RR entered top 4 During RCB's maiden title win in 2025, however, GT's Sudharsan (759 runs) and Prasidh Krishna (25 wickets) had the Orange Cap ad Purple Cap, respectively. In the ongoing edition, GT again have Orange Cap leader as of now and also the joint Purple Cap leader as well - something which could work in favour of RCB? Only time will tell. How many times a Purple Cap winner has won IPL? In the 18-year-long history of IPL, only three times a Purple Cap winner has won the IPL trophy as well and those players are: Sohail Tanvir - Won Purple Cap with 22 wickets in 2008 and Rajasthan Royals won the title. RP Singh - Won Purple Cap with 23 wickets in 2009 and Deccan Chargers won the title. Bhuvneshwar Kumar - Won Purple Cap with 23 wickets in 2016 and SRH won the title. With Bhuvi once again leading the list, jointly though, RCB do have a chance to win the title. How many times an Orange Cap winner has won the IPL? Batting surely gets all the attention in the IPL but winning Orange Cap for a team does not guarantee an IPL title. In fact, only two times in the history of the tournament a batter has won both - Orange Cap and IPL title - Robin Uthappa with 660 runs for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2014 and Ruturaj Gaikwad with 635 runs for CSK in 2021. As for RCB, Sai Saudharsan was the Orange Cap winner and he is at the top in the ongoing edition as well - another plus for RCB's title hopes.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2010 &amp; 2011 and Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2019 &amp; 2020 are the only two teams to win back-to-back IPL trophies in tournament history.

IPL 2026 | Will RCB be able to defend title? Here's what data says about consecutive trophy winners

Lionel Messi has sparked fresh concern among football fans, especially Argentina after limping off during Inter Miami’s latest MLS clash against Philadelphia Union in a high-scoring thriller on Sunday (May 24), just weeks before the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Argentine legend limped off straight down the tunnel in the 73rd minute during Inter Miami’s chaotic win in a 10-goal thriller. While he did not leave the field on a stretcher, Messi was seen clutching his left hamstring and his slow walk and visible discomfort immediately triggered anxiety among fans and coaching staff. Inter Miami officials have suggested it could be precautionary fatigue rather than a serious injury, but with Argentina’s title defence on the horizon, every Messi fitness update is now under the microscope just weeks before their title defense begins.<h2>Race against time: Can Messi recover for a historic sixth World Cup?</h2>An injury of this nature severely hampers Lionel Messi’s chances of arriving in peak condition for what would be a historic sixth World Cup tournament. The legendary forward has previously made his stance on longevity incredibly clear, stating that he would only feature in the 2026 showpiece if he felt completely healthy and capable of contributing at the highest level, rather than just being there for the sake of a milestone. &nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-djokovic-survives-r1-scare-but-7th-seed-fritz-and-raducanu-crash-out-1779678725165">French Open 2026 | Djokovic survives R1 scare but Fritz and Raducanu crash out</a>This latest physical setback puts immense pressure on the medical staff of La Albiceleste. Trying to calm the escalating panic, Inter Miami's interim coach Guillermo Hoyos suggested the change was largely precautionary due to a heavy, rain-soaked pitch. &nbsp;"He was genuinely suffering from fatigue in that regard—it is indeed fatigue. He was tired; the pitch was heavy, and when in doubt, the standard approach is always to ensure you don't take any risks."Argentina team manager Lionel Scaloni, who will submit the final roster of players on June 1, will be monitoring the situation with extreme caution. The timing is absolutely critical, as Argentina's official World Cup preparatory camp is scheduled to begin ahead of their June 16 opener, leaving Messi with a thin recovery window to shake off the latest injury.<h2>Argentina’s FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule</h2>The defending world champions have been placed in Group J, playing their high-stakes fixtures across three venues in the United States. Below are the complete match details of their group stage campaign:Argentina vs Algeria - June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City Argentina vs Austria - June 22 AT&amp;T Stadium, Arlington (Dallas) Argentina vs Jordan - June 28 AT&amp;T Stadium, Arlington (Dallas)

Lionel Messi sparked World Cup 2026 concern after limping off in Inter Miami’s latest game. With Argentina’s title defence looming, fans fear a potential setback, while coach Lionel Scaloni downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.

Lionel Messi has sparked fresh concern among football fans, especially Argentina after limping off during Inter Miami’s latest MLS clash against Philadelphia Union in a high-scoring thriller on Sunday (May 24), just weeks before the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Argentine legend limped off straight down the tunnel in the 73rd minute during Inter Miami’s chaotic win in a 10-goal thriller. While he did not leave the field on a stretcher, Messi was seen clutching his left hamstring and his slow walk and visible discomfort immediately triggered anxiety among fans and coaching staff. Inter Miami officials have suggested it could be precautionary fatigue rather than a serious injury, but with Argentina’s title defence on the horizon, every Messi fitness update is now under the microscope just weeks before their title defense begins. Race against time: Can Messi recover for a historic sixth World Cup? An injury of this nature severely hampers Lionel Messi’s chances of arriving in peak condition for what would be a historic sixth World Cup tournament. The legendary forward has previously made his stance on longevity incredibly clear, stating that he would only feature in the 2026 showpiece if he felt completely healthy and capable of contributing at the highest level, rather than just being there for the sake of a milestone. Also Read - French Open 2026 | Djokovic survives R1 scare but Fritz and Raducanu crash out This latest physical setback puts immense pressure on the medical staff of La Albiceleste. Trying to calm the escalating panic, Inter Miami's interim coach Guillermo Hoyos suggested the change was largely precautionary due to a heavy, rain-soaked pitch. "He was genuinely suffering from fatigue in that regard—it is indeed fatigue. He was tired; the pitch was heavy, and when in doubt, the standard approach is always to ensure you don't take any risks." Argentina team manager Lionel Scaloni, who will submit the final roster of players on June 1, will be monitoring the situation with extreme caution. The timing is absolutely critical, as Argentina's official World Cup preparatory camp is scheduled to begin ahead of their June 16 opener, leaving Messi with a thin recovery window to shake off the latest injury. Argentina’s FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule The defending world champions have been placed in Group J, playing their high-stakes fixtures across three venues in the United States. Below are the complete match details of their group stage campaign: Argentina vs Algeria - June 16 at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City Argentina vs Austria - June 22 AT&T Stadium, Arlington (Dallas) Argentina vs Jordan - June 28 AT&T Stadium, Arlington (Dallas)

Lionel Messi sparked World Cup 2026 concern after limping off in Inter Miami’s latest game. With Argentina’s title defence looming, fans fear a potential setback, while coach Lionel Scaloni downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.

Lionel Messi limps off in MLS game in setback for Argentina as FIFA World Cup 2026 nears

RCB, GT, SRH and RR have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs after a thrilling league stage. RCB, GT enter Qualifier 1, while RR face SRH in the Eliminator after sealing the final spot with a crucial win over Mumbai Indians to complete the top four.

RCB, GT, SRH and RR have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs after a thrilling league stage. RCB, GT enter Qualifier 1, while RR face SRH in the Eliminator after sealing the final spot with a crucial win over Mumbai Indians to complete the top four.

IPL 2026 Road to Playoffs: How RCB, GT, SRH and RR entered top 4

Skipper Riyan Parag found strong backing from Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara after leading RR into the IPL 2026 playoffs with a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday (May 24). The RR skipper, who has spent years facing criticism over his performances and consistency, was praised by Sangakkara for handling pressure and expectations despite constant scrutiny. The former Sri Lanka captain admitted he had “seen very few players criticised like Parag” in the IPL while backing the youngster’s growth as both batter and leader this season.<h2>‘Seen very few players criticised like Parag’</h2>Sangakkara did not hold back while defending his captain after RR’s crucial victory over MI in a virtual knockout clash. The RR coach pointed out how Parag has been under the scanner ever since entering the IPL as a teenager and credited him for staying mentally strong despite the pressure surrounding him every season.“I’ve seen very few players criticised like Riyan,” Sangakkara said after the match. “For seven years, every season, there’s been something said about him.”The RR head coach also highlighted Parag’s maturity as captain during high-pressure moments in IPL 2026 and said: "If you look at the calls he makes as captain, the confidence with which he drives himself, almost on one foot sometimes to come and play, there's a huge amount of positivity. I think he's captained exceptionally well. And when he's in that dressing room, he's got the respect of all the players and the staff. That's all you can ask for."<h2>Riyan Parag’s record as RR captain in IPL 2026</h2>Parag’s captaincy stint in IPL 2026 has slowly changed the narrative around him. The Assam batter has led Rajasthan Royals in crucial games while also producing useful performances with the bat under pressure.<h3>As RR captain in IPL 2026:</h3>Matches: 12 Runs: 272 Average: 24.73 Strike Rate: 152.81 Fifties: 2 Wins: 7 Losses: 5 Win percentage: 58.33%While Parag’s numbers may not place him among the tournament’s absolute top run-scorers, his impact has come in pressure situations where RR needed quick momentum shifts. The playoffs qualification could now become a turning point in Parag’s IPL journey. For years, he remained one of the league’s most debated young cricketers. But after Rajasthan’s latest win and Sangakkara’s backing, the 24-year-old finally has a chance to win over both critics and fans.

Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals into IPL 2026 playoffs after a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians, earning strong backing from head coach Kumar Sangakkara, who praised his resilience amid years of criticism and his growth as a young captain.

Skipper Riyan Parag found strong backing from Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara after leading RR into the IPL 2026 playoffs with a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday (May 24). The RR skipper, who has spent years facing criticism over his performances and consistency, was praised by Sangakkara for handling pressure and expectations despite constant scrutiny. The former Sri Lanka captain admitted he had “seen very few players criticised like Parag” in the IPL while backing the youngster’s growth as both batter and leader this season. ‘Seen very few players criticised like Parag’ Sangakkara did not hold back while defending his captain after RR’s crucial victory over MI in a virtual knockout clash. The RR coach pointed out how Parag has been under the scanner ever since entering the IPL as a teenager and credited him for staying mentally strong despite the pressure surrounding him every season. “I’ve seen very few players criticised like Riyan,” Sangakkara said after the match. “For seven years, every season, there’s been something said about him.” The RR head coach also highlighted Parag’s maturity as captain during high-pressure moments in IPL 2026 and said: "If you look at the calls he makes as captain, the confidence with which he drives himself, almost on one foot sometimes to come and play, there's a huge amount of positivity. I think he's captained exceptionally well. And when he's in that dressing room, he's got the respect of all the players and the staff. That's all you can ask for." Riyan Parag’s record as RR captain in IPL 2026 Parag’s captaincy stint in IPL 2026 has slowly changed the narrative around him. The Assam batter has led Rajasthan Royals in crucial games while also producing useful performances with the bat under pressure. As RR captain in IPL 2026: Matches: 12 Runs: 272 Average: 24.73 Strike Rate: 152.81 Fifties: 2 Wins: 7 Losses: 5 Win percentage: 58.33% While Parag’s numbers may not place him among the tournament’s absolute top run-scorers, his impact has come in pressure situations where RR needed quick momentum shifts. The playoffs qualification could now become a turning point in Parag’s IPL journey. For years, he remained one of the league’s most debated young cricketers. But after Rajasthan’s latest win and Sangakkara’s backing, the 24-year-old finally has a chance to win over both critics and fans.

Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals into IPL 2026 playoffs after a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians, earning strong backing from head coach Kumar Sangakkara, who praised his resilience amid years of criticism and his growth as a young captain.

IPL 2026 | 'Every season there's something about him': RR coach Sangakkara backs skipper Parag after playoff qualification

Novak Djokovic began his quest for a record grand slam title with a hard-fought victory in French Open 2026 round 1 on Sunday (May 24). Djokovic battled past Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 to enter round two at the Roland Garros. Alexander Zverev also cruised through in straight sets even as seventh seed Taylor Fritz suffered a shock first-round exit. In the women’s draw, Aryna Sabalenka and defending champion Coco Gauff are yet to play the first round but Mirra Andreeva and Belinda Bencic produced plenty of drama and crowd energy in their R1 win.<h2>French Open 2026 men's singles R1</h2>Djokovic once again showed why he remains one of the biggest threats at Roland Garros despite questions over his recent fitness and form. The Serbian star was tested by Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard’s powerful serve before sealing the contest in four sets to book his place in round two.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/f1-2026-mercedes-antonelli-wins-canadian-gp-for-fourth-consecutive-race-victory-1779674730844">F1 2026: Mercedes' Antonelli wins Canadian GP for 4th consecutive race victory</a>Alexander Zverev also enjoyed a comfortable opening-round win over Benjamin Bonzi in straight sets. However, the biggest shock came when American seventh seed Taylor Fritz crashed out after losing to Nishesh Basavareddy in four sets.Fritz lost 7(7)-6(5), 7(7)-6(5), 7(11)-6(9), 6-1 against countryman Basavareddy in an epic match which thrilled fans to their core.<h2>French Open 2026 women's singles R1</h2>Mirra Andreeva produced another dominant display while Belinda Bencic moved into the next round without much trouble. Marta Kostyuk’s emotional victory also grabbed attention after the Ukrainian revealed concerns for her family back home following a missile strike near Kyiv.Emma Raducanu, however, endured a disappointing outing as she crashed out in straight sets against Solana Sierra on a difficult opening day at Roland Garros.<h2>Key results and highlights from French Open 2026 R1</h2>Novak Djokovic bt Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard — 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 Alexander Zverev bt Benjamin Bonzi — 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 Nishesh Basavareddy bt Taylor Fritz — 7-6(6), 7-6(5), 6-7(11), 6-1 Mirra Andreeva bt Fiona Ferro — 6-3, 6-3 Belinda Bencic bt Sinja Kraus — 6-2, 6-3 Solana Sierra bt Emma Raducanu — 6-0, 7-6(4)

Novak Djokovic survived but Alexander Zverev made it look easy in French Open 2026 first-round tests, while Taylor Fritz crashed out in a major upset. Mirra Andreeva and Belinda Bencic advanced comfortably as Emma Raducanu suffered a straight-sets defeat.

Novak Djokovic began his quest for a record grand slam title with a hard-fought victory in French Open 2026 round 1 on Sunday (May 24). Djokovic battled past Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 to enter round two at the Roland Garros. Alexander Zverev also cruised through in straight sets even as seventh seed Taylor Fritz suffered a shock first-round exit. In the women’s draw, Aryna Sabalenka and defending champion Coco Gauff are yet to play the first round but Mirra Andreeva and Belinda Bencic produced plenty of drama and crowd energy in their R1 win. French Open 2026 men's singles R1 Djokovic once again showed why he remains one of the biggest threats at Roland Garros despite questions over his recent fitness and form. The Serbian star was tested by Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard’s powerful serve before sealing the contest in four sets to book his place in round two. Also Read - F1 2026: Mercedes' Antonelli wins Canadian GP for 4th consecutive race victory Alexander Zverev also enjoyed a comfortable opening-round win over Benjamin Bonzi in straight sets. However, the biggest shock came when American seventh seed Taylor Fritz crashed out after losing to Nishesh Basavareddy in four sets. Fritz lost 7(7)-6(5), 7(7)-6(5), 7(11)-6(9), 6-1 against countryman Basavareddy in an epic match which thrilled fans to their core. French Open 2026 women's singles R1 Mirra Andreeva produced another dominant display while Belinda Bencic moved into the next round without much trouble. Marta Kostyuk’s emotional victory also grabbed attention after the Ukrainian revealed concerns for her family back home following a missile strike near Kyiv. Emma Raducanu, however, endured a disappointing outing as she crashed out in straight sets against Solana Sierra on a difficult opening day at Roland Garros. Key results and highlights from French Open 2026 R1 Novak Djokovic bt Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard — 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 Alexander Zverev bt Benjamin Bonzi — 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 Nishesh Basavareddy bt Taylor Fritz — 7-6(6), 7-6(5), 6-7(11), 6-1 Mirra Andreeva bt Fiona Ferro — 6-3, 6-3 Belinda Bencic bt Sinja Kraus — 6-2, 6-3 Solana Sierra bt Emma Raducanu — 6-0, 7-6(4)

Novak Djokovic survived but Alexander Zverev made it look easy in French Open 2026 first-round tests, while Taylor Fritz crashed out in a major upset. Mirra Andreeva and Belinda Bencic advanced comfortably as Emma Raducanu suffered a straight-sets defeat.

French Open 2026 | Djokovic survives R1 scare but 7th seed Fritz and Raducanu crash out

The IPL 2026 league stage ended on Sunday (May 24) with the match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens. The fans cheered every moment even though both the teams were already out of the the play off race. In a high-scoring encounter, DC signed off their campaign on a high note, defeating KKR by 40 runs.<h2>KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav shine for DC</h2>After being put into bat first, Delhi Capitals posted a formidable total of 203/5 in their allotted 20 overs. The foundation was laid by KL Rahul, who scored a 30-ball 60. Rahul's innings was punctuated by five boundaries and four towering sixes, providing the necessary impetus at the top. He was well-supported by skipper Axar Patel (39 off 25) and David Miller (28 off 19), while Ashutosh Sharma provided the final flourish with a quick-fire 18 not out to push the score past the 200-run mark.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-playoffs-rcb-set-to-face-gt-in-qualifier-1-srh-meet-rr-in-eliminator-1779635767565">IPL 2026 Playoffs: RCB set to face GT in Qualifier 1, SRH meet RR in Eliminator</a>In response, KKR's chase was spearheaded by skipper and veteran Ajinkya Rahane, who rolled back the years with a classy 63 off 39 balls. However, the KKR middle order suffered a collapse, losing their final seven wickets for just 35 runs and were all out for 163 from 128/3 at one stage.Kuldeep Yadav was the primary wrecker-in-chief with a magical spell of 3/29 against his former franchise. Lungi Ngidi also impressed with 3/27, ensuring KKR were bundled out for 163 in 18.4 overs in a chase of 204.<h2>Key Highlights from DC vs KKR Match:</h2>Best Batter: KL Rahul’s 60 off 30 balls set the tone for DC’s massive total.Spin Magic: Kuldeep Yadav’s three-wicket haul, including the crucial wicket of Rahane, broke the back of the KKR chase.Rahane’s Resistance: Ajinkya Rahane was the lone warrior for KKR, scoring a half-century at a strike rate of over 160.Bowling Excellence: Lungi Ngidi (3 wickets) and Mitchell Starc (2 wickets) complemented Kuldeep perfectly to dismantle the KKR lower order.The Collapse: KKR went from a comfortable 128/3 to 163 all out, a collapse that defined the second half of the match.With this win, Delhi Capitals moved up the table to finish their season on the sixth spot with 14 points from seven wins and as many losses in 14 games. KKR, meanwhile, ended their disappointing campaign at the 7th spot in the IPL 2026 standings with 13 points from six wins and seven losses and one no result in 14 matches.

DC signed off IPL 2026 with a 40-run win over KKR. KL Rahul’s 60 and Kuldeep Yadav’s 3-wicket haul powered Delhi to 203, while Rahane’s 63 wasn’t enough for Kolkata in their final game as they were bowled out for 163.

The IPL 2026 league stage ended on Sunday (May 24) with the match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens. The fans cheered every moment even though both the teams were already out of the the play off race. In a high-scoring encounter, DC signed off their campaign on a high note, defeating KKR by 40 runs. KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav shine for DC After being put into bat first, Delhi Capitals posted a formidable total of 203/5 in their allotted 20 overs. The foundation was laid by KL Rahul, who scored a 30-ball 60. Rahul's innings was punctuated by five boundaries and four towering sixes, providing the necessary impetus at the top. He was well-supported by skipper Axar Patel (39 off 25) and David Miller (28 off 19), while Ashutosh Sharma provided the final flourish with a quick-fire 18 not out to push the score past the 200-run mark. Also Read - IPL 2026 Playoffs: RCB set to face GT in Qualifier 1, SRH meet RR in Eliminator In response, KKR's chase was spearheaded by skipper and veteran Ajinkya Rahane, who rolled back the years with a classy 63 off 39 balls. However, the KKR middle order suffered a collapse, losing their final seven wickets for just 35 runs and were all out for 163 from 128/3 at one stage. Kuldeep Yadav was the primary wrecker-in-chief with a magical spell of 3/29 against his former franchise. Lungi Ngidi also impressed with 3/27, ensuring KKR were bundled out for 163 in 18.4 overs in a chase of 204. Key Highlights from DC vs KKR Match: Best Batter: KL Rahul’s 60 off 30 balls set the tone for DC’s massive total. Spin Magic: Kuldeep Yadav’s three-wicket haul, including the crucial wicket of Rahane, broke the back of the KKR chase. Rahane’s Resistance: Ajinkya Rahane was the lone warrior for KKR, scoring a half-century at a strike rate of over 160. Bowling Excellence: Lungi Ngidi (3 wickets) and Mitchell Starc (2 wickets) complemented Kuldeep perfectly to dismantle the KKR lower order. The Collapse: KKR went from a comfortable 128/3 to 163 all out, a collapse that defined the second half of the match. With this win, Delhi Capitals moved up the table to finish their season on the sixth spot with 14 points from seven wins and as many losses in 14 games. KKR, meanwhile, ended their disappointing campaign at the 7th spot in the IPL 2026 standings with 13 points from six wins and seven losses and one no result in 14 matches.

DC signed off IPL 2026 with a 40-run win over KKR. KL Rahul’s 60 and Kuldeep Yadav’s 3-wicket haul powered Delhi to 203, while Rahane’s 63 wasn’t enough for Kolkata in their final game as they were bowled out for 163.

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Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli continued his spectacular early-season romp on Sunday when he claimed his fourth straight win for Mercedes to extend his lead in the drivers world championship to 43 points in a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix. His win made him the first driver in F1 history to secure his first four wins in succession thanks, in part, to the retirement of team-mate George Russell with a power failure after the pair had battled through the first half of the race. The 19-year-old Italian came home 10.768 seconds clear of Ferrari’s seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-iran-shift-training-camp-from-us-to-mexico-ahead-of-kickoff-1779613999747">FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran shift training camp from US to Mexico ahead of kickoff</a>The Briton secured his tenth Canadian podium and the 204th of his career after resisting four-time champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull, who claimed his first podium of the season."It was a really fun battle with George," said Antonelli."We were pretty much on the limit. It was not easy today. It was a shame for George to have the failure because it would have been a very cool battle, but I'll take it."Hamilton, who took his maiden victory in Montreal in 2007 and shares the record of seven wins there with Michael Schumacher, was delighted and hugged Antonelli who succeeded him at Mercedes."Finally, we found our sweet spot and had a good weekend. It's amazing to be back up here and I got to have a battle with Max, which was great. I am so happy, I love this track," said Hamilton."I had some cool battles," said Verstappen. "It is better to race up front. And it is really cool to have our first podium and to battle with Lewis. All really positive."Charles Leclerc came home fourth for Ferrari ahead of Isack Hadjar in the second Red Bull, Franco Colapinto of Alpine and Racing Bulls’ Liam Lawson. Pierre Gasly was eighth for Alpine ahead of Williams’ Carlos Sainz and Oliver Bearman of Haas.<h2>McLaren misery</h2>It was a dismal day for champions McLaren who made an error in tyre selection pre-race and then saw Oscar Piastri finish 11th while world champion Lando Norris retired with a gearbox failure.The race began in cold, damp and drizzly conditions with a temperature of 12 degrees and the teams divided on tyre choice.Both McLarens and five others gambled on intermediates while Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull and five others chose softs and four picked mediums.At the start, Arvid Lindblad failed to find a gear, leading to an aborted start and two extra formation laps before the lights went out -- and Norris from third flew past a cautious-starting Russell on pole to snatch the lead.Norris led and then pitted to ditch his 'inters' as did Piastri and the rest while Antonelli inherited the lead, chased by a recovered Russell and Hamilton.Russell forced his way past Antonelli at the back chicane on lap six, where the young Italian skated across a run-off to rejoin. It set up a thrilling battle at the head of the field.At the front, Antonelli regained the lead on lap 12, briefly, but it was clear the young Italian had the pace to hound, if not pass, the Briton as they delivered a riveting spectacle of wheel-to-wheel racing.Antonelli tried to pass Russell on lap 19, but was rebuffed. They scrapped again on lap 21 before Antonelli retook the lead on lap 22 at the chicane.Two laps later, he locked up and Russell regained the lead before they banged wheels again, the precocious Italian stealing in front at the hairpin, but he went off. He handed the place back.As they scrapped, Piastri was handed a 10-second penalty for colliding with Alex Albon’s Williams, another blow on a wretched weekend for McLaren before, on lap 30, Russell pulled up and retired with a power-unit failure.It was Russell’s first 'did not finish’ in 38 races since the 2024 British Grand Prix."Everything went off, the engine and the electronics. The lot,” said Russell. "I’m lost for words."A Virtual Safety Car (VSC) was deployed with Antonelli back in the lead before pitting, like the rest, for mediums. On resumption, he led from Verstappen by 4.5 seconds with Hamilton third ahead of Hadjar and Leclerc.With Russell gone, it was back to 'normal' racing – and Hamilton’s pursuit of a podium – spiced up by Leclerc taking fourth and more McLaren misery on lap 40 when Norris retired with a gearbox issue.

His win made him the first driver in F1 history to secure his first four wins in succession thanks, in part, to the retirement of team-mate George Russell with a power failure after the pair had battled through the first half of the race.

Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli continued his spectacular early-season romp on Sunday when he claimed his fourth straight win for Mercedes to extend his lead in the drivers world championship to 43 points in a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix. His win made him the first driver in F1 history to secure his first four wins in succession thanks, in part, to the retirement of team-mate George Russell with a power failure after the pair had battled through the first half of the race. The 19-year-old Italian came home 10.768 seconds clear of Ferrari’s seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton. Also Read - FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran shift training camp from US to Mexico ahead of kickoff The Briton secured his tenth Canadian podium and the 204th of his career after resisting four-time champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull, who claimed his first podium of the season. "It was a really fun battle with George," said Antonelli. "We were pretty much on the limit. It was not easy today. It was a shame for George to have the failure because it would have been a very cool battle, but I'll take it." Hamilton, who took his maiden victory in Montreal in 2007 and shares the record of seven wins there with Michael Schumacher, was delighted and hugged Antonelli who succeeded him at Mercedes. "Finally, we found our sweet spot and had a good weekend. It's amazing to be back up here and I got to have a battle with Max, which was great. I am so happy, I love this track," said Hamilton. "I had some cool battles," said Verstappen. "It is better to race up front. And it is really cool to have our first podium and to battle with Lewis. All really positive." Charles Leclerc came home fourth for Ferrari ahead of Isack Hadjar in the second Red Bull, Franco Colapinto of Alpine and Racing Bulls’ Liam Lawson. Pierre Gasly was eighth for Alpine ahead of Williams’ Carlos Sainz and Oliver Bearman of Haas. McLaren misery It was a dismal day for champions McLaren who made an error in tyre selection pre-race and then saw Oscar Piastri finish 11th while world champion Lando Norris retired with a gearbox failure. The race began in cold, damp and drizzly conditions with a temperature of 12 degrees and the teams divided on tyre choice. Both McLarens and five others gambled on intermediates while Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull and five others chose softs and four picked mediums. At the start, Arvid Lindblad failed to find a gear, leading to an aborted start and two extra formation laps before the lights went out -- and Norris from third flew past a cautious-starting Russell on pole to snatch the lead. Norris led and then pitted to ditch his 'inters' as did Piastri and the rest while Antonelli inherited the lead, chased by a recovered Russell and Hamilton. Russell forced his way past Antonelli at the back chicane on lap six, where the young Italian skated across a run-off to rejoin. It set up a thrilling battle at the head of the field. At the front, Antonelli regained the lead on lap 12, briefly, but it was clear the young Italian had the pace to hound, if not pass, the Briton as they delivered a riveting spectacle of wheel-to-wheel racing. Antonelli tried to pass Russell on lap 19, but was rebuffed. They scrapped again on lap 21 before Antonelli retook the lead on lap 22 at the chicane. Two laps later, he locked up and Russell regained the lead before they banged wheels again, the precocious Italian stealing in front at the hairpin, but he went off. He handed the place back. As they scrapped, Piastri was handed a 10-second penalty for colliding with Alex Albon’s Williams, another blow on a wretched weekend for McLaren before, on lap 30, Russell pulled up and retired with a power-unit failure. It was Russell’s first 'did not finish’ in 38 races since the 2024 British Grand Prix. "Everything went off, the engine and the electronics. The lot,” said Russell. "I’m lost for words." A Virtual Safety Car (VSC) was deployed with Antonelli back in the lead before pitting, like the rest, for mediums. On resumption, he led from Verstappen by 4.5 seconds with Hamilton third ahead of Hadjar and Leclerc. With Russell gone, it was back to 'normal' racing – and Hamilton’s pursuit of a podium – spiced up by Leclerc taking fourth and more McLaren misery on lap 40 when Norris retired with a gearbox issue.

His win made him the first driver in F1 history to secure his first four wins in succession thanks, in part, to the retirement of team-mate George Russell with a power failure after the pair had battled through the first half of the race.

F1 2026: Mercedes' Antonelli wins Canadian GP for fourth consecutive race victory

Delhi Capitals ended their IPL 2026 campaign on a winning note with a convincing 40-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Sunday (May 24), however, both teams were already out of playoff contention following Rajasthan Royals’ win over Mumbai Indians earlier in the day. Batting first, DC posted a strong total of 203/5 in 20 overs. Their openers got off to a brisk start as KL Rahul and Abhishek Porel added 40 runs for the opening wicket before Porel departed for 22 off 18 balls to Saurabh Dubey.&nbsp;Youngster Sahil Parakh chipped in with 24 off 17 before Sunil Narine ended his stay at the crease.&nbsp;Rahul steadied the innings and brought up his fifty while sharing a crucial partnership with captain Axar Patel as DC crossed the 100-run mark. Rahul’s entertaining knock of 60 from 30 balls ended when he was dismissed by Anukul Roy, while Axar continued the momentum with a valuable 39 before falling to Varun Chakravarthy.&nbsp;David Miller then added quick runs with a 28-run cameo, while Ashutosh Sharma remained unbeaten on 18 to help Delhi Capitals finish with a challenging target of 204 for KKR.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-playoffs-rcb-set-to-face-gt-in-qualifier-1-srh-meet-rr-in-eliminator-1779635767565">IPL 2026 Playoffs: RCB set to face GT in Qualifier 1, SRH meet RR in Eliminator</a>&nbsp;In reply, KKR began positively as Ajinkya Rahane and Finn Allen stitched together a 43-run opening stand, Allen scored 20 off 13 before Ngidi provided the breakthrough. Manish Pandey contributed 25, while Rahane continued to lead the chase and completed a half-century.&nbsp;Ngidi struck again to remove Pandey and Kuldeep Yadav turned the game in DC’s favour by dismissing Cameron Green. Rahane’s fighting 63 off 39 balls came to an end by Kuldeep, who then removed Rinku Singh for a golden duck on the very next delivery.&nbsp;Axar Patel chipped in with the wicket of Tejaswi Singh, while Rovman Powell’s 29 off 21 offered short resistance for his team. Mitchell Starc also joined the wicket-taking group, dismissing Anukul Roy and Kartik Tyagi.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the end, Ngidi wrapped up the innings by removing Varun Chakravarthy as KKR were bowled out for 163.

A brilliant fifty from KL Rahul guided DC to 203/5, while Kuldeep Yadav and Lungi Ngidi claimed three wickets each as KKR were bundled out for 163.

Delhi Capitals ended their IPL 2026 campaign on a winning note with a convincing 40-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on Sunday (May 24), however, both teams were already out of playoff contention following Rajasthan Royals’ win over Mumbai Indians earlier in the day. Batting first, DC posted a strong total of 203/5 in 20 overs. Their openers got off to a brisk start as KL Rahul and Abhishek Porel added 40 runs for the opening wicket before Porel departed for 22 off 18 balls to Saurabh Dubey. Youngster Sahil Parakh chipped in with 24 off 17 before Sunil Narine ended his stay at the crease. Rahul steadied the innings and brought up his fifty while sharing a crucial partnership with captain Axar Patel as DC crossed the 100-run mark. Rahul’s entertaining knock of 60 from 30 balls ended when he was dismissed by Anukul Roy, while Axar continued the momentum with a valuable 39 before falling to Varun Chakravarthy. David Miller then added quick runs with a 28-run cameo, while Ashutosh Sharma remained unbeaten on 18 to help Delhi Capitals finish with a challenging target of 204 for KKR. Also Read - IPL 2026 Playoffs: RCB set to face GT in Qualifier 1, SRH meet RR in Eliminator In reply, KKR began positively as Ajinkya Rahane and Finn Allen stitched together a 43-run opening stand, Allen scored 20 off 13 before Ngidi provided the breakthrough. Manish Pandey contributed 25, while Rahane continued to lead the chase and completed a half-century. Ngidi struck again to remove Pandey and Kuldeep Yadav turned the game in DC’s favour by dismissing Cameron Green. Rahane’s fighting 63 off 39 balls came to an end by Kuldeep, who then removed Rinku Singh for a golden duck on the very next delivery. Axar Patel chipped in with the wicket of Tejaswi Singh, while Rovman Powell’s 29 off 21 offered short resistance for his team. Mitchell Starc also joined the wicket-taking group, dismissing Anukul Roy and Kartik Tyagi. In the end, Ngidi wrapped up the innings by removing Varun Chakravarthy as KKR were bowled out for 163.

A brilliant fifty from KL Rahul guided DC to 203/5, while Kuldeep Yadav and Lungi Ngidi claimed three wickets each as KKR were bundled out for 163.

IPL 2026: DC end season on high with dominant 40-run win over KKR

The IPL 2026 playoff line-up was finalised on Sunday (May 24) after Rajasthan Royals secured a convincing 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, clinching the last remaining spot in the top four. The battle for the fourth playoff position had intensified in recent days, with Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings all in contention.&nbsp;&nbsp;While defeats for Kolkata and Rajasthan would have handed Punjab Kings the qualification advantage, but Royals removed all uncertainty with a dominant display. Their emphatic win not only confirmed their own qualification but also ended the campaigns of PBKS and KKR.&nbsp;&nbsp;RR now joins the three already-qualified teams in the IPL 2026 knockout stage, concluding a tense mid-table battle for the final berth.<h3>IPL 2026 playoff schedule</h3>The playoffs will get underway on May 26 in Dharamsala with Qualifier 1 between table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru and second-placed Gujarat Titans. The winner will secure a direct entry into the final, while the losing team will receive another opportunity to reach the title clash.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rajasthan-royals-clinch-final-playoff-spot-pbks-and-kkr-eliminated-1779630604300">IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals clinch final playoff spot, PBKS and KKR eliminated</a>&nbsp;The Eliminator will take place on May 27 in Mullanpur, where third-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad will face Rajasthan Royals, who ended the league stage in fourth position. The losing side will be eliminated, while the winner will move on to face the loser of Qualifier 1.&nbsp;Qualifier 2 is scheduled for May 29 in Mullanpur and will feature the Eliminator winner against the team that loses Qualifier 1. The victorious side from that contest will advance to the final in Ahmedabad on May 31.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-pathirana-ruled-out-kkr-sign-luvnith-sisodia-as-replacement-1779623184637">IPL 2026: Pathirana ruled out, KKR sign Luvnith Sisodia as replacement</a><h3>MI vs RR&nbsp;</h3>Rajasthan Royals booked their playoff berth with an impressive all-round performance against Mumbai Indians. Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted a competitive 205/8 in their 20 overs, with Dhruv Jurel leading the scoring with 38 off 26 balls, while Jofra Archer provided late fireworks with a quick 32 from 15 deliveries.&nbsp;In reply, Mumbai Indians managed 175/9 despite a fighting 60 from Suryakumar Yadav and useful contributions from Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34).&nbsp;Jofra Archer starred with the ball for Rajasthan Royals, returning impressive figures of 3/17 in four overs. Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma and Yash Raj Punja also contributed with two wickets each.

Rajasthan Royals secured the final IPL 2026 playoff berth with a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians and will now take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.

The IPL 2026 playoff line-up was finalised on Sunday (May 24) after Rajasthan Royals secured a convincing 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, clinching the last remaining spot in the top four. The battle for the fourth playoff position had intensified in recent days, with Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings all in contention. While defeats for Kolkata and Rajasthan would have handed Punjab Kings the qualification advantage, but Royals removed all uncertainty with a dominant display. Their emphatic win not only confirmed their own qualification but also ended the campaigns of PBKS and KKR. RR now joins the three already-qualified teams in the IPL 2026 knockout stage, concluding a tense mid-table battle for the final berth. IPL 2026 playoff schedule The playoffs will get underway on May 26 in Dharamsala with Qualifier 1 between table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru and second-placed Gujarat Titans. The winner will secure a direct entry into the final, while the losing team will receive another opportunity to reach the title clash. Also Read - IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals clinch final playoff spot, PBKS and KKR eliminated The Eliminator will take place on May 27 in Mullanpur, where third-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad will face Rajasthan Royals, who ended the league stage in fourth position. The losing side will be eliminated, while the winner will move on to face the loser of Qualifier 1. Qualifier 2 is scheduled for May 29 in Mullanpur and will feature the Eliminator winner against the team that loses Qualifier 1. The victorious side from that contest will advance to the final in Ahmedabad on May 31. Also Read - IPL 2026: Pathirana ruled out, KKR sign Luvnith Sisodia as replacement MI vs RR Rajasthan Royals booked their playoff berth with an impressive all-round performance against Mumbai Indians. Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted a competitive 205/8 in their 20 overs, with Dhruv Jurel leading the scoring with 38 off 26 balls, while Jofra Archer provided late fireworks with a quick 32 from 15 deliveries. In reply, Mumbai Indians managed 175/9 despite a fighting 60 from Suryakumar Yadav and useful contributions from Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34). Jofra Archer starred with the ball for Rajasthan Royals, returning impressive figures of 3/17 in four overs. Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma and Yash Raj Punja also contributed with two wickets each.

Rajasthan Royals secured the final IPL 2026 playoff berth with a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians and will now take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.

IPL 2026 Playoffs: RCB set to face GT in Qualifier 1, SRH meet RR in Eliminator

Rajasthan Royals secured the fourth and final playoff spot in IPL 2026 with a 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians on Sunday (May 24), ending the qualification hopes of Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals. The win took RR to 16 points from 14 matches, moving them ahead of Punjab Kings, who finished with 15 points. Kolkata Knight Riders, who play Delhi Capitals later on Sunday, can also only reach a maximum of 15 points.&nbsp;Earlier in the match, Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to field. Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted a competitive 205/8 in their 20 overs, with Dhruv Jurel leading the scoring with 38 off 26 balls. Jofra Archer provided late fireworks with a quick 32 from 15 deliveries, while Dasun Shanaka (29) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (27) chipped in with valuable contributions.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-pathirana-ruled-out-kkr-sign-luvnith-sisodia-as-replacement-1779623184637">IPL 2026: Pathirana ruled out, KKR sign Luvnith Sisodia as replacement</a>&nbsp;For Mumbai Indians, Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur claimed two wickets each, conceding 43 and 41 runs respectively. Will Jacks, Corbin Bosch and AM Ghazanfar picked up a wicket apiece.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-iran-shift-training-camp-from-us-to-mexico-ahead-of-kickoff-1779613999747">FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran shift training camp from US to Mexico ahead of kickoff</a>&nbsp;In reply, MI were restricted to 175/9 and fell 30 runs short of the target. Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with 60 off 42 balls, including four sixes and three boundaries. Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34) got starts but failed to take the side over the line.&nbsp;Jofra Archer starred with the ball for Rajasthan Royals, returning impressive figures of 3/17 in four overs. Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma and Yash Raj Punja also contributed with two wickets each.&nbsp;Rajasthan Royals will now take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator on May 27 in New Chandigarh.

Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 30 runs to move to 16 points from 14 matches, surpassing PBKS’ total of 15 points. Kolkata Knight Riders, meanwhile, can finish with a maximum of only 15 points.

Rajasthan Royals secured the fourth and final playoff spot in IPL 2026 with a 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians on Sunday (May 24), ending the qualification hopes of Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals. The win took RR to 16 points from 14 matches, moving them ahead of Punjab Kings, who finished with 15 points. Kolkata Knight Riders, who play Delhi Capitals later on Sunday, can also only reach a maximum of 15 points. Earlier in the match, Mumbai Indians won the toss and opted to field. Batting first, Rajasthan Royals posted a competitive 205/8 in their 20 overs, with Dhruv Jurel leading the scoring with 38 off 26 balls. Jofra Archer provided late fireworks with a quick 32 from 15 deliveries, while Dasun Shanaka (29) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (27) chipped in with valuable contributions. Also Read - IPL 2026: Pathirana ruled out, KKR sign Luvnith Sisodia as replacement For Mumbai Indians, Deepak Chahar and Shardul Thakur claimed two wickets each, conceding 43 and 41 runs respectively. Will Jacks, Corbin Bosch and AM Ghazanfar picked up a wicket apiece. Also Read - FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran shift training camp from US to Mexico ahead of kickoff In reply, MI were restricted to 175/9 and fell 30 runs short of the target. Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with 60 off 42 balls, including four sixes and three boundaries. Will Jacks (33) and Hardik Pandya (34) got starts but failed to take the side over the line. Jofra Archer starred with the ball for Rajasthan Royals, returning impressive figures of 3/17 in four overs. Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma and Yash Raj Punja also contributed with two wickets each. Rajasthan Royals will now take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator on May 27 in New Chandigarh.

Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 30 runs to move to 16 points from 14 matches, surpassing PBKS’ total of 15 points. Kolkata Knight Riders, meanwhile, can finish with a maximum of only 15 points.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals clinch final playoff spot, PBKS and KKR eliminated

From Chris Gayle to Rajat Patidar, here's a look at the top five best replacement players in IPL history. This list also includes Phil Salt, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Anrich Nortje.

From Chris Gayle to Rajat Patidar, here's a look at the top five best replacement players in IPL history. This list also includes Phil Salt, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Anrich Nortje.

From Chris Gayle to Rajat Patidar, 5 best replacement players in IPL history

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