The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is keen to keep players fit after a recent spate of injuries to multiple players. The board, along with head coach Gautam Gambhir, Centre of Excellence (CoE) chief VVS Laxman, ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill, and T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer, met in Mumbai on Thursday (Sep 3) to discuss the matter. The top-brass meeting with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia came after recent T20I series losses against Ireland and England, as well as an ODI series loss against the latter. Many players, including Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, and Nitish Reddy, were either injured on the UK tour or in the lead-up to it, which eventually reflected in the results.<h2>How the BCCI plans to keep players injury-free</h2>The board secretary acknowledged, while talking after the Thursday meeting as reported by ESPNcricinfo, that "individual players are having injuries because they have to play a lot of matches."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-asia-cup-2026-india-s-smriti-mandhana-is-now-best-batter-ever-in-women-s-cricket-1788491747077">Women's Asia Cup 2026: India's Smriti Mandhana is now best batter ever in women's cricket</a>The players who were selected for the UK tour had played in the IPL for two months right before it, which "takes a toll on the health of the players as well. And to avoid those kinds of situations, what best we can do under the present windows and present FTPs, we are trying to find a way forward.""The only challenges which we are facing is that there are too many matches in the year and that is why in the next FTP, we will do certain things, we will take certain measures," he said. "We have instructed our FTP person, who will be meeting very soon in various international forums, that our FTP should be scheduled in such a way that there is proper rest for the players as well as some kind of acclimatisation or friendly matches before any major series in SENA countries."<h2>What is next for the Indian men's cricket team?</h2>The Indian men's team recently returned from Sri Lanka, where they won the two-Test series 1-0. The team next plays three T20Is against Afghanistan on Sep 13, 15, and 17 in New Delhi. After that, the Indian team will compete in the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, where the board has announced a full-strength squad.

Following player injury concerns, the BCCI met with leadership—including Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer—to plan workload fixes and FTP scheduling changes for rest.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is keen to keep players fit after a recent spate of injuries to multiple players. The board, along with head coach Gautam Gambhir, Centre of Excellence (CoE) chief VVS Laxman, ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill, and T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer, met in Mumbai on Thursday (Sep 3) to discuss the matter. The top-brass meeting with BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia came after recent T20I series losses against Ireland and England, as well as an ODI series loss against the latter. Many players, including Jasprit Bumrah, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, and Nitish Reddy, were either injured on the UK tour or in the lead-up to it, which eventually reflected in the results. How the BCCI plans to keep players injury-free The board secretary acknowledged, while talking after the Thursday meeting as reported by ESPNcricinfo, that "individual players are having injuries because they have to play a lot of matches." Also Read - Women's Asia Cup 2026: India's Smriti Mandhana is now best batter ever in women's cricket The players who were selected for the UK tour had played in the IPL for two months right before it, which "takes a toll on the health of the players as well. And to avoid those kinds of situations, what best we can do under the present windows and present FTPs, we are trying to find a way forward." "The only challenges which we are facing is that there are too many matches in the year and that is why in the next FTP, we will do certain things, we will take certain measures," he said. "We have instructed our FTP person, who will be meeting very soon in various international forums, that our FTP should be scheduled in such a way that there is proper rest for the players as well as some kind of acclimatisation or friendly matches before any major series in SENA countries." What is next for the Indian men's cricket team? The Indian men's team recently returned from Sri Lanka, where they won the two-Test series 1-0. The team next plays three T20Is against Afghanistan on Sep 13, 15, and 17 in New Delhi. After that, the Indian team will compete in the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, where the board has announced a full-strength squad.

Following player injury concerns, the BCCI met with leadership—including Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer—to plan workload fixes and FTP scheduling changes for rest.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia shares how board is planning to keep players injury free

Sri Lanka produced a strong fightback to hold India to a draw in the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club on Thursday (Aug 27). Indian captain Shubman Gill said his team gave its best to win the match and praised Sri Lanka for its “brilliant” batting under pressure.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sonal Dinusha led Sri Lanka’s resistance with an unbeaten 133 as the hosts finished at 429/9 after 154 overs. India had enforced the follow-on after taking a 213-run first-innings lead but could not dismiss Sri Lanka for a second time.&nbsp;India, however, won the two-match series 1-0 after securing a 165-run victory in the first Test.&nbsp;“Honestly, nothing. I mean, we fielded for about 250 overs, three days consecutively, and we did everything we can. They played brilliantly. I think the batters played really well, and they had a lot of skill and a little bit of luck going their way. So I don’t think we could have done anything differently,” Gill said after the match.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/updated-wtc-points-table-2025-27-where-does-india-stand-after-sri-lanka-draw-1787834641348">WTC Points Table 2025-27: Where does India stand after Sri Lanka draw?</a>&nbsp;Gill also praised Sri Lanka for showing great character while under pressure and said India could learn from their performance.&nbsp;“A lot of positives for us, even learning from the opposition. I think the position that they were under, under immense pressure, and the way they came back was tremendous to see. It sort of tells us, and we were talking at lunch and at tea time, that I don’t think that we could have done (anything) differently,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-2nd-test-sonal-dinusha-achieves-rare-feat-with-second-century-after-follow-on-1787833041269">IND vs SL, 2nd Test: Dinusha achieves rare feat with 2nd century after follow-on</a>&nbsp;Looking back at the series win, Gill highlighted the performances of several Indian players, including Devdutt Padikkal, KL Rahul, Manav Suthar and Prasidh Krishna.&nbsp;“But in the series, a lot of positives for us. Padikkal was brilliant, KL was really good, Manav bowled brilliantly, and Prasidh, in both innings, bent their back; both the fast bowlers. So I think we did everything we can,” Gill said.&nbsp;Gill also stressed the need for India to remain consistent in their preparation, performances and approach both on and off the field.&nbsp;“Very excited. I think really exciting times for us. Very important for us to be consistent on and off the field, with our preparation and the way that we perform and how we go about our things. And I think so far there have been a lot of positives for us,” Gill concluded.&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Shubman Gill said India did everything possible to win the second Test, while praising Sri Lanka for their brilliant batting effort in securing a draw at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

Sri Lanka produced a strong fightback to hold India to a draw in the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club on Thursday (Aug 27). Indian captain Shubman Gill said his team gave its best to win the match and praised Sri Lanka for its “brilliant” batting under pressure. Sonal Dinusha led Sri Lanka’s resistance with an unbeaten 133 as the hosts finished at 429/9 after 154 overs. India had enforced the follow-on after taking a 213-run first-innings lead but could not dismiss Sri Lanka for a second time. India, however, won the two-match series 1-0 after securing a 165-run victory in the first Test. “Honestly, nothing. I mean, we fielded for about 250 overs, three days consecutively, and we did everything we can. They played brilliantly. I think the batters played really well, and they had a lot of skill and a little bit of luck going their way. So I don’t think we could have done anything differently,” Gill said after the match. Also Read - WTC Points Table 2025-27: Where does India stand after Sri Lanka draw? Gill also praised Sri Lanka for showing great character while under pressure and said India could learn from their performance. “A lot of positives for us, even learning from the opposition. I think the position that they were under, under immense pressure, and the way they came back was tremendous to see. It sort of tells us, and we were talking at lunch and at tea time, that I don’t think that we could have done (anything) differently,” he added. Also Read - IND vs SL, 2nd Test: Dinusha achieves rare feat with 2nd century after follow-on Looking back at the series win, Gill highlighted the performances of several Indian players, including Devdutt Padikkal, KL Rahul, Manav Suthar and Prasidh Krishna. “But in the series, a lot of positives for us. Padikkal was brilliant, KL was really good, Manav bowled brilliantly, and Prasidh, in both innings, bent their back; both the fast bowlers. So I think we did everything we can,” Gill said. Gill also stressed the need for India to remain consistent in their preparation, performances and approach both on and off the field. “Very excited. I think really exciting times for us. Very important for us to be consistent on and off the field, with our preparation and the way that we perform and how we go about our things. And I think so far there have been a lot of positives for us,” Gill concluded. With inputs from agencies

Shubman Gill said India did everything possible to win the second Test, while praising Sri Lanka for their brilliant batting effort in securing a draw at the Sinhalese Sports Club.

'We did everything we could': Shubman Gill reacts after Sri Lanka hold India to draw in second Test

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that it is unfair to blame the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the recurring injuries suffered by Indian players, pointing out that most of these injuries occur while they are representing India rather than during their time at the CoE.&nbsp;Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Hardik Pandya are among the Indian stars currently dealing with injuries. The CoE has faced criticism from fans and experts, who have questioned whether players are being cleared to return before fully completing their rehabilitation.&nbsp;Gavaskar said it was unfortunate that the physiotherapists at the Bengaluru-based CoE were being blamed. He also suggested that the repeated hamstring injuries among Indian players could be linked to their training methods.&nbsp;“While Bumrah has a knee injury, it’s seen that most Indian players suffer from hamstring injuries. Clearly, there is something wrong with their training and that is why these recurring hamstring injuries,” Gavaskar wrote in his column for the Mid-Day.&nbsp;“These injuries happen when they are playing for India, but unfortunately the blame is put on the physios at the BCCI centre of excellence. The so-called biomechanics, where a bowler can bowl only so many balls in the practice nets, is a questionable practice,” Gavaskar added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-shubman-gill-pulls-off-spectacular-one-handed-catch-watch-1786960735507">IND vs SL, 1st Test: Shubman Gill pulls off spectacular one-handed catch - WATCH</a>&nbsp;The former India batter also questioned whether players need to spend several hours in the gym every day. He stressed that being ready for matches should be given more importance than simply focusing on gym fitness.&nbsp;“It is an issue that needs a good, hard look at why these injuries are happening again and again. It’s more important to be match fit than gym fit. But then, maybe I am from a generation that had different ideas on fitness,” Gavaskar said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gavaskar-demands-transparency-ipl-transfer-window-player-fees-public-1786961846027">‘Bring Transparency’: Gavaskar calls for IPL player fees and salary caps to be made public</a>&nbsp;India captain Shubman Gill had also expressed his frustration with the team’s growing injury list after the ODI series loss to England. He said it was not ideal for India to keep making changes to the playing XI because of injuries.

Sunil Gavaskar raised questions over India’s training methods after recurring injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya and Harshit Rana sparked concerns about player fitness.

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that it is unfair to blame the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the recurring injuries suffered by Indian players, pointing out that most of these injuries occur while they are representing India rather than during their time at the CoE. Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Hardik Pandya are among the Indian stars currently dealing with injuries. The CoE has faced criticism from fans and experts, who have questioned whether players are being cleared to return before fully completing their rehabilitation. Gavaskar said it was unfortunate that the physiotherapists at the Bengaluru-based CoE were being blamed. He also suggested that the repeated hamstring injuries among Indian players could be linked to their training methods. “While Bumrah has a knee injury, it’s seen that most Indian players suffer from hamstring injuries. Clearly, there is something wrong with their training and that is why these recurring hamstring injuries,” Gavaskar wrote in his column for the Mid-Day. “These injuries happen when they are playing for India, but unfortunately the blame is put on the physios at the BCCI centre of excellence. The so-called biomechanics, where a bowler can bowl only so many balls in the practice nets, is a questionable practice,” Gavaskar added. Also Read - IND vs SL, 1st Test: Shubman Gill pulls off spectacular one-handed catch - WATCH The former India batter also questioned whether players need to spend several hours in the gym every day. He stressed that being ready for matches should be given more importance than simply focusing on gym fitness. “It is an issue that needs a good, hard look at why these injuries are happening again and again. It’s more important to be match fit than gym fit. But then, maybe I am from a generation that had different ideas on fitness,” Gavaskar said. Also Read - ‘Bring Transparency’: Gavaskar calls for IPL player fees and salary caps to be made public India captain Shubman Gill had also expressed his frustration with the team’s growing injury list after the ODI series loss to England. He said it was not ideal for India to keep making changes to the playing XI because of injuries.

Sunil Gavaskar raised questions over India’s training methods after recurring injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya and Harshit Rana sparked concerns about player fitness.

‘Match-fit, not gym-fit’: Gavaskar questions Team India’s training methods amid injury crisis

India captain Shubman Gill produced a stunning moment in the field during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, taking a brilliant one-handed catch to dismiss Kamindu Mendis. The batter stepped out to face Kuldeep Yadav and hit the ball towards extra cover, where Gill quickly dived to his left and took a one-handed catch just before it touched the ground.&nbsp;&nbsp;Gill celebrated the catch by throwing the ball in the air and punching his fist, after making an impressive effort with quick reflexes.&nbsp;&nbsp;The wicket came at an important stage as Sri Lanka struggled against India’s spin attack and the conditions in Galle. Gill’s catch gave India further momentum as they looked to put pressure on the Sri Lankan batting lineup.&nbsp;<h2>WATCH</h2>

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<h3>Indian spinners keep SL under pressure</h3>India were bowled out for 462 earlier in the morning, adding only two runs to their overnight score of 460/9. During SL batting, Mohammed Siraj made an instant impact, dismissing Nishan Fernando with only his second delivery. Fernando edged the ball to Devdutt Padikkal at first slip.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ponting-hayden-push-changes-darwin-test-loss-mcdonald-urges-patience-1786952703681">Ponting, Hayden push for changes after 'Darwin disaster' but coach urges patience with ageing squad</a>&nbsp;Manav Suthar also made a quick start, taking a wicket with his first delivery. He later dismissed Lahiru Udara for 27 as his ability to turn and bounce troubled the Sri Lankan batters. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kris-srikkanth-rejects-eoin-morgan-csk-head-coach-michael-hussey-1786945988718">‘Won’t Accept Him’: Srikkanth rejects Ashwin’s pick Morgan for CSK coach role</a>&nbsp;Kuldeep then removed Mendis, with Gill completing the dismissal through his outstanding catch. Ravindra Jadeja increased Sri Lanka’s problems by dismissing captain Dhananjaya de Silva for 21 before lunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sri Lanka went into the break at 99/5, trailing India by 363 runs.&nbsp;&nbsp;India’s bowlers continued to dominate, while Gill’s spectacular catch stood out as the highlight of an impressive session for the visitors.

Shubman Gill took a stunning one-handed catch at extra cover to dismiss Kamindu Mendis as India strengthened their position against Sri Lanka in Galle.

India captain Shubman Gill produced a stunning moment in the field during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, taking a brilliant one-handed catch to dismiss Kamindu Mendis. The batter stepped out to face Kuldeep Yadav and hit the ball towards extra cover, where Gill quickly dived to his left and took a one-handed catch just before it touched the ground. Gill celebrated the catch by throwing the ball in the air and punching his fist, after making an impressive effort with quick reflexes. The wicket came at an important stage as Sri Lanka struggled against India’s spin attack and the conditions in Galle. Gill’s catch gave India further momentum as they looked to put pressure on the Sri Lankan batting lineup. WATCH

Shubman Gill took a stunning one-handed catch at extra cover to dismiss Kamindu Mendis as India strengthened their position against Sri Lanka in Galle.

IND vs SL, 1st Test: Shubman Gill pulls off spectacular one-handed catch - WATCH

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five active Indian batters with most runs in Test cricket. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five active Indian batters with most runs in Test cricket. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja and Rishabh Pant

Meet top 5 active Indian batters with most Test runs

Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has set his sights on the ultimate goal: the WTC Final next year at the Oval. As Team India gears up for its 600th Test match, which gets underway with the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday (Aug 15), Gill wants his side to sweat it out in all nine remaining Tests and aim for the finale. &nbsp;Although India must win at least six or seven Test matches to push for WTC Final qualification, the two-time runners-up should be aiming for all nine, giving themselves the best chance of making it to the UK. That journey, however, starts from Galle, as India and Sri Lanka face off in a two-match Test series. &nbsp;“The main goal is to play the WTC final, which is next year. And we have got about nine Tests, and I think we have to win around six or seven to be able to have a good chance at qualifying. So in terms of that, I think it's a very important series for us," Gill said at the pre-match presser.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/very-big-honour-shubman-gill-on-leading-india-in-historic-600th-test-1786713341834">'Very big honour': Shubman Gill on leading India in historic 600th Test</a> &nbsp;Ahead of India’s first Test since losing to South Africa at home in November 2025, Gill featured late in the second innings of the lone warm-up match, which India won. On the eve of the game, Gill suffered a blow to his thumb, raising concerns ahead of the must-win series against Sri Lanka. &nbsp;Beyond the thumb scare, Gill highlighted a broader concern: the tight schedule leading into the series. He argued that, should an opportunity arise and if the scheduling allows, India would get more time to prepare for this crucial tour that will determine their fate for next year’s WTC Final.&nbsp; &nbsp;“If we do have an opportunity and if the scheduling allows us to have at least a week or 10 days before the Test match starts, it obviously helps with the preparation. Even last year we had quite a busy schedule in terms of, you know, travelling, playing in England and playing the Asia Cup, then playing the Test match in India, going to Australia.&nbsp; &nbsp;"And then playing the Test match within four days after returning from Australia. So it's never easy for the players to be able to adapt. And most of the players in this team, I think, require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions. And it's not like a lot of the players have a lot of matches or a lot of experience under their belts. So the extra time in preparation definitely helps," added Gill. &nbsp;Meanwhile, as things stand, India is placed fifth on the WTC standings for the current cycle, winning four and losing four in nine contested matches. Australia continue to lead the charts, followed by South Africa, New Zealand and Bangladesh, respectively.&nbsp;

Ahead of India's landmark 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, captain Shubman Gill targets the WTC Final, stressing the need to win 6–7 of their remaining 9 matches.

Indian Test captain Shubman Gill has set his sights on the ultimate goal: the WTC Final next year at the Oval. As Team India gears up for its 600th Test match, which gets underway with the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Saturday (Aug 15), Gill wants his side to sweat it out in all nine remaining Tests and aim for the finale. Although India must win at least six or seven Test matches to push for WTC Final qualification, the two-time runners-up should be aiming for all nine, giving themselves the best chance of making it to the UK. That journey, however, starts from Galle, as India and Sri Lanka face off in a two-match Test series. “The main goal is to play the WTC final, which is next year. And we have got about nine Tests, and I think we have to win around six or seven to be able to have a good chance at qualifying. So in terms of that, I think it's a very important series for us," Gill said at the pre-match presser. Also read| 'Very big honour': Shubman Gill on leading India in historic 600th Test Ahead of India’s first Test since losing to South Africa at home in November 2025, Gill featured late in the second innings of the lone warm-up match, which India won. On the eve of the game, Gill suffered a blow to his thumb, raising concerns ahead of the must-win series against Sri Lanka. Beyond the thumb scare, Gill highlighted a broader concern: the tight schedule leading into the series. He argued that, should an opportunity arise and if the scheduling allows, India would get more time to prepare for this crucial tour that will determine their fate for next year’s WTC Final. “If we do have an opportunity and if the scheduling allows us to have at least a week or 10 days before the Test match starts, it obviously helps with the preparation. Even last year we had quite a busy schedule in terms of, you know, travelling, playing in England and playing the Asia Cup, then playing the Test match in India, going to Australia. "And then playing the Test match within four days after returning from Australia. So it's never easy for the players to be able to adapt. And most of the players in this team, I think, require a bit of time to be able to adjust to the conditions. And it's not like a lot of the players have a lot of matches or a lot of experience under their belts. So the extra time in preparation definitely helps," added Gill. Meanwhile, as things stand, India is placed fifth on the WTC standings for the current cycle, winning four and losing four in nine contested matches. Australia continue to lead the charts, followed by South Africa, New Zealand and Bangladesh, respectively.

Ahead of India's landmark 600th Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, captain Shubman Gill targets the WTC Final, stressing the need to win 6–7 of their remaining 9 matches.

IND vs SL 2026: Ahead of India’s 600th Test, Shubman Gill sets eyes on the WTC Final

Captain Shubman Gill wants India to use their historic 600th Test as the beginning of a fresh push towards the World Test Championship (WTC) final and a series win in Sri Lanka will be important for India to remain in the race. The Men in Blue are currently fifth in the WTC standings with a points percentage of 48.15, while Sri Lanka are sixth with 41.67. Bangladesh are fourth on 58.33, meaning India have plenty of ground to cover with less than a year left before the WTC final.&nbsp;Gill, who has now completed a year as India’s Test captain, said the team must start collecting the wins needed to stay in contention.&nbsp;“I am comfortable in my role as captain now. Our goal is to stay in contention for a berth in World Test Championship final. We need to win six or seven Tests for that. So we want to make a beginning here,” Gill said on the eve of the first Test.&nbsp;A series win would improve India’s position in the WTC table. A 1-0 win, with the other Test ending in a draw, would give India 16 points and take their total to 68, raising their points percentage to 51.51.&nbsp;&nbsp;A 2-0 series win would give them all 24 points, taking their tally to 76 from 11 Tests and their points percentage to 57.58.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/canadian-open-iga-swiatek-wins-first-title-of-2026-beats-rybakina-in-final-1786705861302">Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek wins first title of 2026, beats Rybakina in final</a>&nbsp;The series is also a major milestone in India’s Test history, as Saturday’s opening game will be India’s 600th Test since their format debut against England at Lord’s in 1932.&nbsp;For Gill, the chance to lead India in such an important match on Independence Day makes the occasion even more memorable.&nbsp;“Leading my country in the 600th Test is a very big honour and doing so on Independence Day is an even bigger honour,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-when-and-where-to-watch-live-streaming-in-india-1786702856138">IND vs SL, 1st Test: When and where to watch live streaming in India?</a>&nbsp;India also have some decisions to make regarding their batting order. Devdutt Padikkal is expected to bat at No. 3 in the absence of Sai Sudharsan, while Dhruv Jurel is likely to keep his place in the middle order despite a poor run of form in recent Tests.&nbsp;Gill said the players need time to develop and prove themselves.&nbsp;“Players are going to grow on their own. We need to give time to them, some players require a bit of time,” he said.&nbsp;Gill also rejected reports of a communication gap between the team management and the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru regarding Sudharsan’s recovery.&nbsp;“There is a constant communication with them. Unfortunately Sai Sudharsan did not improve as much as we liked as we can’t take risks in Tests. But we are confident of our 15,” Gill said.

Shubman Gill called it a big honour to lead India in their 600th Test on Independence Day, but said his focus remains on getting the team’s WTC campaign back on track against Sri Lanka.

Captain Shubman Gill wants India to use their historic 600th Test as the beginning of a fresh push towards the World Test Championship (WTC) final and a series win in Sri Lanka will be important for India to remain in the race. The Men in Blue are currently fifth in the WTC standings with a points percentage of 48.15, while Sri Lanka are sixth with 41.67. Bangladesh are fourth on 58.33, meaning India have plenty of ground to cover with less than a year left before the WTC final. Gill, who has now completed a year as India’s Test captain, said the team must start collecting the wins needed to stay in contention. “I am comfortable in my role as captain now. Our goal is to stay in contention for a berth in World Test Championship final. We need to win six or seven Tests for that. So we want to make a beginning here,” Gill said on the eve of the first Test. A series win would improve India’s position in the WTC table. A 1-0 win, with the other Test ending in a draw, would give India 16 points and take their total to 68, raising their points percentage to 51.51. A 2-0 series win would give them all 24 points, taking their tally to 76 from 11 Tests and their points percentage to 57.58. Also Read - Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek wins first title of 2026, beats Rybakina in final The series is also a major milestone in India’s Test history, as Saturday’s opening game will be India’s 600th Test since their format debut against England at Lord’s in 1932. For Gill, the chance to lead India in such an important match on Independence Day makes the occasion even more memorable. “Leading my country in the 600th Test is a very big honour and doing so on Independence Day is an even bigger honour,” he said. Also Read - IND vs SL, 1st Test: When and where to watch live streaming in India? India also have some decisions to make regarding their batting order. Devdutt Padikkal is expected to bat at No. 3 in the absence of Sai Sudharsan, while Dhruv Jurel is likely to keep his place in the middle order despite a poor run of form in recent Tests. Gill said the players need time to develop and prove themselves. “Players are going to grow on their own. We need to give time to them, some players require a bit of time,” he said. Gill also rejected reports of a communication gap between the team management and the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru regarding Sudharsan’s recovery. “There is a constant communication with them. Unfortunately Sai Sudharsan did not improve as much as we liked as we can’t take risks in Tests. But we are confident of our 15,” Gill said.

Shubman Gill called it a big honour to lead India in their 600th Test on Independence Day, but said his focus remains on getting the team’s WTC campaign back on track against Sri Lanka.

'Very big honour': Shubman Gill on leading India in historic 600th Test

India Test captain Shubman Gill suffered a blow to his thumb during a net session on Thursday (Aug 6), just a day before the team’s warm-up game against Sri Lanka A. The setback comes at a time when India have been dealing with several injury concerns across both red-ball and white-ball cricket. India began preparations for the warm-up match and Test series after arriving in Sri Lanka on Tuesday, but Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury during Thursday's practice and required medical attention.&nbsp;According to reports, the Indian captain was treated by the team’s medical staff before returning to the nets and continuing his practice. &nbsp;&nbsp;The injury is another concern for India, who have already faced several setbacks ahead of the Sri Lanka tour. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana were ruled out earlier, while injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar have added to the team’s selection worries.&nbsp;Bumrah has been ruled out of the series, which has opened the door for Auqib Nabi to receive his first India call-up. Sundar is also unlikely to play in the opening Test after picking up a hamstring injury during the ODI series against England.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/history-jos-buttler-breaks-kieron-pollard-s-all-time-t20-run-record-1786010615174">History! Jos Buttler breaks Kieron Pollard's all-time T20 run record</a>&nbsp;Sudharsan is another doubt for the first Test as he continues to recover from a toe injury. He did not travel with the Indian team to Sri Lanka and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/korea-masters-2026-tanvi-sharma-continues-dream-run-books-quarterfinal-spot-1786009018355">Korea Masters 2026: Tanvi Sharma continues dream run, books quarterfinal spot</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, India’s batters will get an opportunity to improve their game against spin in a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club in Colombo on Friday. The practice game will be held ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, which begins next week.&nbsp;&nbsp;India will be keen to get used to quality spin before the Test series, as spin bowling troubled them during the home series against New Zealand and South Africa and they are likely to face another tough challenge against Sri Lanka’s spinners.

Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury ahead of the Sri Lanka A warm-up match, adding to India's growing injury concerns before the Test series.

India Test captain Shubman Gill suffered a blow to his thumb during a net session on Thursday (Aug 6), just a day before the team’s warm-up game against Sri Lanka A. The setback comes at a time when India have been dealing with several injury concerns across both red-ball and white-ball cricket. India began preparations for the warm-up match and Test series after arriving in Sri Lanka on Tuesday, but Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury during Thursday's practice and required medical attention. According to reports, the Indian captain was treated by the team’s medical staff before returning to the nets and continuing his practice. The injury is another concern for India, who have already faced several setbacks ahead of the Sri Lanka tour. Nitish Kumar Reddy and Harshit Rana were ruled out earlier, while injuries to Jasprit Bumrah, Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar have added to the team’s selection worries. Bumrah has been ruled out of the series, which has opened the door for Auqib Nabi to receive his first India call-up. Sundar is also unlikely to play in the opening Test after picking up a hamstring injury during the ODI series against England. Also Read - History! Jos Buttler breaks Kieron Pollard's all-time T20 run record Sudharsan is another doubt for the first Test as he continues to recover from a toe injury. He did not travel with the Indian team to Sri Lanka and is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Also Read - Korea Masters 2026: Tanvi Sharma continues dream run, books quarterfinal spot Meanwhile, India’s batters will get an opportunity to improve their game against spin in a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club in Colombo on Friday. The practice game will be held ahead of the two-Test series against Sri Lanka, which begins next week. India will be keen to get used to quality spin before the Test series, as spin bowling troubled them during the home series against New Zealand and South Africa and they are likely to face another tough challenge against Sri Lanka’s spinners.

Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury ahead of the Sri Lanka A warm-up match, adding to India's growing injury concerns before the Test series.

Big blow to India as Shubman Gill suffers thumb injury ahead of Sri Lanka Test opener

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026. This list also includes Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026. This list also includes Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill

Meet top 5 batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026 - check who sits at the top

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs against Zimbabwe in T20Is. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad and KL Rahul

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs against Zimbabwe in T20Is. This list also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad and KL Rahul.

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most T20I runs against Zimbabwe

From Sikandar Raza to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in India vs Zimbabwe T20Is. This list also includes Chamu Chibhabha, Shubman Gill and Brian Bennett

From Sikandar Raza to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in India vs Zimbabwe T20Is. This list also includes Chamu Chibhabha, Shubman Gill and Brian Bennett

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in India vs Zimbabwe T20Is

India ODI skipper Shubman Gill has put a rest to veteran Rohit Sharma's retirement talks after the Lord's ODI which India lost by 27 runs. Rohit scored a sublime 138 but India fell short of chasing a mammoth 388 in the decider of three-match series and lost 2-1. Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup. Gill, however, refused any such talks between Rohit and the team.<h2>What Gill said about Rohit's retirement?</h2>Speaking after the match, Gill cleared the air about Rohit's retirement talks and said: "He's not told us anything. I think it's all out in the media, but there's not been any discussion like that in the team."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-3rd-odi-rohit-sharma-creates-history-with-record-ton-at-lord-s-1784482684671">IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma creates history with record ton at Lord's</a>If not for Rohit, India would have suffered a heavier defeat at Lord's and Gill was first to acknowledge the former captain's efforts. "I think the way Rohit bhai paced his innings was outstanding," Gill noted."Most of the time, I was at the non-striker's end just watching him bat. Our discussions were mainly about keeping wickets in hand because that was the only way we could chase such a big total," he added.<h2>What are next ODI assignments for India?</h2>India play a lot of ODI before the end of the year with the nearest assignment being three-ODI series against West Indies in Septemeber. The next is five-ODI series in New Zealand in November and then three matches against Sri Lanka in December.Rohit, aged 39, is at last stage of his career with the highlight being 2023 ODI World Cup at home which India lost to Australia in the final. Rohit, along with Virat Kohli, has already retired from Test and T20Is, would want to make an impact one last time.&nbsp;

Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup.

India ODI skipper Shubman Gill has put a rest to veteran Rohit Sharma's retirement talks after the Lord's ODI which India lost by 27 runs. Rohit scored a sublime 138 but India fell short of chasing a mammoth 388 in the decider of three-match series and lost 2-1. Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup. Gill, however, refused any such talks between Rohit and the team. What Gill said about Rohit's retirement? Speaking after the match, Gill cleared the air about Rohit's retirement talks and said: "He's not told us anything. I think it's all out in the media, but there's not been any discussion like that in the team." Also Read - IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Rohit Sharma creates history with record ton at Lord's If not for Rohit, India would have suffered a heavier defeat at Lord's and Gill was first to acknowledge the former captain's efforts. "I think the way Rohit bhai paced his innings was outstanding," Gill noted. "Most of the time, I was at the non-striker's end just watching him bat. Our discussions were mainly about keeping wickets in hand because that was the only way we could chase such a big total," he added. What are next ODI assignments for India? India play a lot of ODI before the end of the year with the nearest assignment being three-ODI series against West Indies in Septemeber. The next is five-ODI series in New Zealand in November and then three matches against Sri Lanka in December. Rohit, aged 39, is at last stage of his career with the highlight being 2023 ODI World Cup at home which India lost to Australia in the final. Rohit, along with Virat Kohli, has already retired from Test and T20Is, would want to make an impact one last time.

Before the final ODI of the series, there were speculations that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have told Rohit about moving on from him and the veteran batter not being in plans for 2027 ODI World Cup.

'It's all out...': India skipper Shubman Gill clears air on Rohit Sharma's retirement

In today's Newsroom roundup, global markets gained after softer US inflation eased concerns over an immediate Federal Reserve rate hike, while China's slowing economy and rising oil prices kept investors cautious. In technology, Meta faces a lawsuit from former employees over alleged AI-assisted layoffs targeting workers with disabilities and those on medical leave. Switzerland has also launched an investigation into Google over changes to Android's default search options, while reports claim Iran exploited telecom vulnerabilities to track US military personnel. In sports, Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup Final, while Argentina prepare to face England in the second semi-final. In cricket, India ended their winless streak with a six-wicket victory over England in the first ODI.

Global markets rally | Meta sued over AI layoffs | Iran tracked US troops? | India beat England

India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill joined cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar among a host of high-profile guests at Wimbledon on Friday at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London. A picture that quickly went viral showed Gill seated alongside Tendulkar and his wife, Anjali Tendulkar, in the prestigious Royal Box on Centre Court during the day's action.With his appearance, Gill became only the fourth Indian cricket captain to receive an invitation to the Royal Box at Wimbledon, following Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of cricket's greatest batters, retired from international cricket in 2013 after playing his landmark 200th Test match. Wimbledon honored the cricket icon by calling him ‘cricket royalty’. Former West Indies captain Brian Lara was also among the distinguished guests in the Royal Box, an exclusive seating area reserved for invited dignitaries, sporting legends, and celebrities by the All England Club.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/argentina-fa-investigates-suspected-cyberattack-after-controversial-fifa-world-cup-win-against-egypt-1783715129494">Argentina FA investigates suspected cyberattack after controversial FIFA World Cup win against Egypt</a>&nbsp;Football was also represented, with Netherlands defender and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk attending the event. The Dutch national team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32. Veteran American actor Dustin Hoffman, 88, attended Wimbledon as a guest, although he was not seated in the Royal Box after making an appearance there in 2024.&nbsp;The celebrity attendance also included British actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugh Laurie, and Damian Lewis, along with renowned fashion designer Tom Ford and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Gill has enjoyed an eventful sporting tour in England beyond cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, the 26-year-old attended the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit as a VIP guest, marking his first-ever Formula 1 race experience. During the Grand Prix weekend, Gill explored the Formula 1 paddock, interacted with members of the F1 community, and enjoyed behind-the-scenes access at one of motorsport's biggest events.

Shubman Gill and Sachin Tendulkar attended Wimbledon as Royal Box guests alongside global sports stars and celebrities. Read the latest updates, viral moments, and celebrity appearances from Centre Court

India's Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill joined cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar among a host of high-profile guests at Wimbledon on Friday at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London. A picture that quickly went viral showed Gill seated alongside Tendulkar and his wife, Anjali Tendulkar, in the prestigious Royal Box on Centre Court during the day's action. With his appearance, Gill became only the fourth Indian cricket captain to receive an invitation to the Royal Box at Wimbledon, following Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma. Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of cricket's greatest batters, retired from international cricket in 2013 after playing his landmark 200th Test match. Wimbledon honored the cricket icon by calling him ‘cricket royalty’. Former West Indies captain Brian Lara was also among the distinguished guests in the Royal Box, an exclusive seating area reserved for invited dignitaries, sporting legends, and celebrities by the All England Club. Also Read: Argentina FA investigates suspected cyberattack after controversial FIFA World Cup win against Egypt Football was also represented, with Netherlands defender and Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk attending the event. The Dutch national team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32. Veteran American actor Dustin Hoffman, 88, attended Wimbledon as a guest, although he was not seated in the Royal Box after making an appearance there in 2024. The celebrity attendance also included British actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugh Laurie, and Damian Lewis, along with renowned fashion designer Tom Ford and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. Gill has enjoyed an eventful sporting tour in England beyond cricket. Earlier, the 26-year-old attended the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit as a VIP guest, marking his first-ever Formula 1 race experience. During the Grand Prix weekend, Gill explored the Formula 1 paddock, interacted with members of the F1 community, and enjoyed behind-the-scenes access at one of motorsport's biggest events.

Shubman Gill and Sachin Tendulkar attended Wimbledon as Royal Box guests, joining global sports stars and celebrities at Centre Court

Viral pic! Shubman Gill's Wimbledon Royal Box appearance with Sachin Tendulkar takes internet by storm

Top 5 batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026 – check who’s on top

India registered a commanding victory over Afghanistan, winning by an innings and 300 runs in the one-off Test at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Monday (Jun 8). The triumph marked India's biggest innings victory in Test cricket, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in Rajkot in 2018.&nbsp;Resuming on Day 3, Afghanistan were dismissed for 152 before lunch in response to India’s first-innings declaration of 564/8. Holding a massive lead of 412 runs, India opted to enforce the follow-on.&nbsp;Afghanistan’s second innings began positively, with openers Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik putting together a 42-run partnership, however, the visitors’ momentum quickly faded after Mohammed Siraj removed Malik, triggering a collapse.&nbsp;Washington Sundar star with the ball, claiming 4/36, while Kuldeep Yadav contributed 3/30 as India bundled Afghanistan out for 112 in 35.5 overs.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, India’s first innings was built around centuries from captain Shubman Gill (126) and KL Rahul (100), while Sai Sudharsan (81), Rishabh Pant (81) and Washington Sundar (52*) added valuable contributions. Debutant Manav Suthar added 28.&nbsp;For Afghanistan, Mohammad Saleem Safi claimed a six-wicket haul, while Ziaur Rahman Sharifi and Hashmatullah Shahidi took one wicket each.&nbsp;The focus now shifts to ODIs, with the three-match series beginning on Saturday (Jun 13) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.&nbsp;<h2>India’s five biggest innings wins in Test history</h2>

<ul><li>IND vs AFG, New Chandigarh - By an innings &amp; 300 runs - 6 Jun 2026</li><li>IND vs WI, Rajkot - By an innings &amp; 272 runs - 4 Oct 2018</li><li>IND vs AFG, Bengaluru - By an innings &amp; 262 runs - 14 Jun 2018</li><li>IND vs BAN, Mirpur - By an innings &amp; 239 runs - 25 May 2007</li><li>IND vs SL, Nagpur - By an innings &amp; 239 runs - 24 Nov 2017</li></ul>

India beat Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, their biggest Test win, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in 2018.

India registered a commanding victory over Afghanistan, winning by an innings and 300 runs in the one-off Test at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Monday (Jun 8). The triumph marked India's biggest innings victory in Test cricket, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in Rajkot in 2018. Resuming on Day 3, Afghanistan were dismissed for 152 before lunch in response to India’s first-innings declaration of 564/8. Holding a massive lead of 412 runs, India opted to enforce the follow-on. Afghanistan’s second innings began positively, with openers Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik putting together a 42-run partnership, however, the visitors’ momentum quickly faded after Mohammed Siraj removed Malik, triggering a collapse. Washington Sundar star with the ball, claiming 4/36, while Kuldeep Yadav contributed 3/30 as India bundled Afghanistan out for 112 in 35.5 overs. Earlier, India’s first innings was built around centuries from captain Shubman Gill (126) and KL Rahul (100), while Sai Sudharsan (81), Rishabh Pant (81) and Washington Sundar (52*) added valuable contributions. Debutant Manav Suthar added 28. For Afghanistan, Mohammad Saleem Safi claimed a six-wicket haul, while Ziaur Rahman Sharifi and Hashmatullah Shahidi took one wicket each. The focus now shifts to ODIs, with the three-match series beginning on Saturday (Jun 13) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. India’s five biggest innings wins in Test history

India beat Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs, their biggest Test win, surpassing their previous record of an innings and 272 runs against the West Indies in 2018.

IND vs AFG: India crush Afghanistan in just three days to record their biggest Test victory

Manav Suthar made an impressive Test debut for India during the ongoing red-ball match against Afghanistan. Bowling at the international level for the first time on Day 2 (Sunday, Jun 7) at New Chandigarh, Suthar picked up 3/21 in 15.5 overs. His performance put Afghanistan in all sorts of trouble at 113/5 in reply to India's 564/8 in the first innings. There's very much a chance that Suthar, who made his First Class debut only four years back in 2022, might end up with a five-wicket haul in his debut innings. The spinner said that his focusses on his strength of turning the ball and reaped the results for backing himself.<h2>Suthar reveals reason of debut success</h2>"My focus was to bowl in the right areas and back my strengths," said the spinner aftert the day's play. He added: "There was help from the surface, so my idea was to get the landing right. My strength is to turn the ball. So that is what I tried to do. I wanted to land in consistent areas, that was my focus."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/atkinson-s-5-30-help-england-crush-new-zealand-in-first-test-by-115-runs-at-lord-s-take-1-0-lead-in-series-1780835164878">Atkinson's 5/30 help England beat New Zealand in 1st Test by 115 runs at Lord's</a>The spinner also revealed he had dreamt of playing for Indian during domestic cricket and how does it making him feel to finally make India debut."Had dreamt of playing for India when I started playing Ranji Trophy and domestic cricket. Thankful now."<h2>Suthar plays for which team in IPL?</h2>The spinner has played only five matches it the Indiand Premier League (IPL) and four of those came in IPL 2026 for Gujarat Titans, also captained by India Test &amp; ODI skipper Shubman Gill. Suthar has been associated with the franchise since 2024 and had played one IPL match in 2024 as well. He has taken only two wickets in the IPL so far, both of which came in 2026 for which he was retained by GT at a price of INR 30 lakh.<h2>How has Suthar peformed in domestic career?</h2>Suthar made his debut for Rajasthan in 2022 Ranji Trophy nad has taken 129 wickets since in 29 matches. His best in an innings is 8/33 along with a match best of 11/62. He has six five-wicket hauls and three 10-wicket hauls to his name so far. He is handy with the bat as well, scoring 945 Ranji trophy runs with one hundred and six fifties.Apart from it, Suthar has played 25 List A matches (50-over) and 29 T20s as well, taking 34 and 25 wickets, respectively.

Suthar picked up 3/21 in 15.5 overs in his debut Test innings for India and may very well end up taking a five-wicket haul as well. His performance helped India restrict Afghanistan at 113/5 in reply to 564/8-dec.

Manav Suthar made an impressive Test debut for India during the ongoing red-ball match against Afghanistan. Bowling at the international level for the first time on Day 2 (Sunday, Jun 7) at New Chandigarh, Suthar picked up 3/21 in 15.5 overs. His performance put Afghanistan in all sorts of trouble at 113/5 in reply to India's 564/8 in the first innings. There's very much a chance that Suthar, who made his First Class debut only four years back in 2022, might end up with a five-wicket haul in his debut innings. The spinner said that his focusses on his strength of turning the ball and reaped the results for backing himself. Suthar reveals reason of debut success "My focus was to bowl in the right areas and back my strengths," said the spinner aftert the day's play. He added: "There was help from the surface, so my idea was to get the landing right. My strength is to turn the ball. So that is what I tried to do. I wanted to land in consistent areas, that was my focus." Also Read - Atkinson's 5/30 help England beat New Zealand in 1st Test by 115 runs at Lord's The spinner also revealed he had dreamt of playing for Indian during domestic cricket and how does it making him feel to finally make India debut. "Had dreamt of playing for India when I started playing Ranji Trophy and domestic cricket. Thankful now." Suthar plays for which team in IPL? The spinner has played only five matches it the Indiand Premier League (IPL) and four of those came in IPL 2026 for Gujarat Titans, also captained by India Test & ODI skipper Shubman Gill. Suthar has been associated with the franchise since 2024 and had played one IPL match in 2024 as well. He has taken only two wickets in the IPL so far, both of which came in 2026 for which he was retained by GT at a price of INR 30 lakh. How has Suthar peformed in domestic career? Suthar made his debut for Rajasthan in 2022 Ranji Trophy nad has taken 129 wickets since in 29 matches. His best in an innings is 8/33 along with a match best of 11/62. He has six five-wicket hauls and three 10-wicket hauls to his name so far. He is handy with the bat as well, scoring 945 Ranji trophy runs with one hundred and six fifties. Apart from it, Suthar has played 25 List A matches (50-over) and 29 T20s as well, taking 34 and 25 wickets, respectively.

Suthar picked up 3/21 in 15.5 overs in his debut Test innings for India and may very well end up taking a five-wicket haul as well. His performance helped India restrict Afghanistan at 113/5 in reply to 564/8-dec.

IND vs AFG, 1st Test: Manav Suthar reveals reason for success on debut, says 'there was help from surface'

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

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

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in IPL 2026

Ahead of the IPL 2026 final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, Shubman Gill reflected on the physical and mental challenges of a packed tournament schedule. Speaking at the pre-match press conference on Saturday, the Gujarat Titans captain stressed that title-deciding matches are ultimately won through mental strength and composure under pressure.&nbsp;"But yes, physically they might have an advantage, but I think finals are all about mental toughness. So the team that is mentally up for the challenge is the one that's going to win," said Gill.&nbsp;The opener also discussed his aspirations across all formats of the game and said, "I'd be happy to play if, you know, I get picked for the T20 team. But I honestly want to keep working on my game. Doesn't matter what format it is. I want to keep getting better as a T20 batsman, as an ODI batsman, as a Test batsman, you know, cricket is such a game you can never really get perfect, but obviously you can strive for it, and that's what I try to do."&nbsp;Gill reserved special praise for teammate Sai Sudharsan, highlighting the youngster’s consistency and ability to maintain high standards throughout a demanding IPL campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I think in a tournament like IPL, you know, when I first started playing, one of the things that one of the challenges that I faced was to keep playing the matches at the same intensity. And I think that is one of his biggest strengths, Sai. You know, you play so many matches, there could be days where mentally you don't feel up to the mark or physically you don't feel up to the mark."&nbsp;Since forming an opening partnership in 2022, Gill and Sudharsan have become one of the most prolific duos in IPL history, amassing 2,944 runs together.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/singapore-open-2026-satwiksairaj-rankireddy-and-chirag-shetty-stun-world-champions-to-reach-men-s-doubles-final-1780151076552">Singapore Open 2026: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty stun world champions to reach men’s doubles final</a>&nbsp;After winning the Orange Cap with 759 runs last season, Sudharsan has carried his excellent form into the current campaign, while Gill has also featured prominently among the tournament’s leading run-scorers.&nbsp;Gill also praised the team's star pace duo of Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj for having a brilliant run in the ongoing IPL season. "The message is simple. When you're bowling with the new ball if there is a little bit in the wicket, as a batsman I know the hardest ball to hit is obviously that good length ball, but that good length changes according to the wicket. You know, if you're playing on black soil, if there is grass on it, if there is no grass, if you're playing on red soil. So that length...there's a lot of talk about length, length, length, but the length is not the same on all the venues. It varies, probably a meter back or forth," he said. "I mean there's a reason why test match length works because it is the hardest ball to hit as a batsman with the new ball. But I think the way we executed our bouncers today, it was quite exceptional. We think in every over we used our bouncers very well and the accuracy of bouncers that we bowled--I've actually not seen in a T20 game--the number of bouncers we used and the success that we got was tremendous," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Gujarat Titans are set to take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Ahead of the IPL 2026 final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, Shubman Gill reflected on the physical and mental challenges of a packed tournament schedule. Speaking at the pre-match press conference on Saturday, the Gujarat Titans captain stressed that title-deciding matches are ultimately won through mental strength and composure under pressure. "But yes, physically they might have an advantage, but I think finals are all about mental toughness. So the team that is mentally up for the challenge is the one that's going to win," said Gill. The opener also discussed his aspirations across all formats of the game and said, "I'd be happy to play if, you know, I get picked for the T20 team. But I honestly want to keep working on my game. Doesn't matter what format it is. I want to keep getting better as a T20 batsman, as an ODI batsman, as a Test batsman, you know, cricket is such a game you can never really get perfect, but obviously you can strive for it, and that's what I try to do." Gill reserved special praise for teammate Sai Sudharsan, highlighting the youngster’s consistency and ability to maintain high standards throughout a demanding IPL campaign. "I think in a tournament like IPL, you know, when I first started playing, one of the things that one of the challenges that I faced was to keep playing the matches at the same intensity. And I think that is one of his biggest strengths, Sai. You know, you play so many matches, there could be days where mentally you don't feel up to the mark or physically you don't feel up to the mark." Since forming an opening partnership in 2022, Gill and Sudharsan have become one of the most prolific duos in IPL history, amassing 2,944 runs together. Also Read - Singapore Open 2026: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty stun world champions to reach men’s doubles final After winning the Orange Cap with 759 runs last season, Sudharsan has carried his excellent form into the current campaign, while Gill has also featured prominently among the tournament’s leading run-scorers. Gill also praised the team's star pace duo of Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj for having a brilliant run in the ongoing IPL season. "The message is simple. When you're bowling with the new ball if there is a little bit in the wicket, as a batsman I know the hardest ball to hit is obviously that good length ball, but that good length changes according to the wicket. You know, if you're playing on black soil, if there is grass on it, if there is no grass, if you're playing on red soil. So that length...there's a lot of talk about length, length, length, but the length is not the same on all the venues. It varies, probably a meter back or forth," he said. "I mean there's a reason why test match length works because it is the hardest ball to hit as a batsman with the new ball. But I think the way we executed our bouncers today, it was quite exceptional. We think in every over we used our bouncers very well and the accuracy of bouncers that we bowled--I've actually not seen in a T20 game--the number of bouncers we used and the success that we got was tremendous," he added. With inputs from agencies

Gujarat Titans are set to take on defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

'Finals are all about mental toughness': Shubman Gill ahead of IPL 2026 title clash vs RCB

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill shared a special celebration with his parents after leading his side to a memorable seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2026. The skipper produced a match-winning century, scoring 104 from just 53 deliveries, as Gujarat successfully chased down 215 runs in the penultimate over, the highest successful run chase in IPL playoff history.&nbsp;The post-match celebrations became even more special when Gill’s father, Lakhwinder Singh, broke into a celebratory dance. Although Gill initially appeared shy, he soon joined in, sharing smiles, dancing alongside his parents and posing for photographs.<h3>Watch the video below</h3>

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Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vinesh-phogat-s-asian-games-2026-dream-ends-in-heartbreak-after-loss-in-semis-during-trials-1780142173327">Vinesh Phogat’s Asian Games 2026 dream ends in heartbreak after loss in semis during trials</a>&nbsp;Gill has been one of the standout performers of IPL 2026, accumulating 722 runs in 15 innings at an impressive strike rate of 163.72 and his remarkable consistency has placed him second in the race for the Orange Cap.&nbsp;Despite being overlooked for India’s T20 squad ahead of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, Gill’s exceptional form in the shortest format continues to strengthen his case for a return to the national setup. His latest captain’s innings once again underlined his ability to deliver on the biggest stage.

A brilliant 104 from Shubman Gill helped Gujarat Titans pull off the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history and book their spot in the 2026 final, with the skipper later celebrating the memorable win alongside his family.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill shared a special celebration with his parents after leading his side to a memorable seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2026. The skipper produced a match-winning century, scoring 104 from just 53 deliveries, as Gujarat successfully chased down 215 runs in the penultimate over, the highest successful run chase in IPL playoff history. The post-match celebrations became even more special when Gill’s father, Lakhwinder Singh, broke into a celebratory dance. Although Gill initially appeared shy, he soon joined in, sharing smiles, dancing alongside his parents and posing for photographs. Watch the video below

A brilliant 104 from Shubman Gill helped Gujarat Titans pull off the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history and book their spot in the 2026 final, with the skipper later celebrating the memorable win alongside his family.

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill shares a special family moment after GT’s win - WATCH

The opening pair of Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill continued their record-breaking run on Friday (May 29), surpassing the iconic pair of Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli for the most century partnerships in men’s T20 cricket. Their commanding 167-run stand against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 played an important role in Gujarat Titans securing a place in the final. Gill and Sudharsan dominated the chase and looked set to seal a 10-wicket victory for Gujarat before Sudharsan’s brilliant innings ended in an unfortunate hit-wicket dismissal.&nbsp;The partnership was their 11th century stand in T20 cricket, achieved in just 48 innings together. In doing so, they moved ahead of Gayle and Kohli, who had registered 10 century partnerships across 63 innings.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-2026-shocker-djokovic-knocked-out-by-brazilian-teen-joao-fonseca-1780081568892">French Open 2026: Shocker! Djokovic knocked out by Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca</a>&nbsp;The Gujarat pair now sits alone at the top of the list, ahead of other prolific combinations such as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan and AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli.&nbsp;Gill and Sudharsan also matched another major T20 record, registering their eighth 100-plus opening partnership, equalling the tally of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the most century stands by an opening pair in men’s T20 cricket.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-becomes-first-uncapped-player-to-score-700-runs-in-a-single-ipl-season-1780066890468">Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season</a>&nbsp;Their 167-run partnership further etched its place in IPL history by becoming the highest partnership recorded in a playoff match. The previous record belonged to Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay, whose 159-run stand helped Chennai Super Kings defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2011 IPL final.<h3>Highest partnerships in IPL playoffs (any wicket)</h3><ul><li>167 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs RR, Mullanpur, 2026 (Q2)</li><li>159 - Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay (CSK) vs RCB, Chennai, 2011 (Final)</li><li>140* - Michael Hussey and Suresh Raina (CSK) vs MI, Delhi, 2013 (Q1)</li><li>138 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs MI, Ahmedabad, 2023 (Q2)</li><li>136 - Manvinder Bisla and Jacques Kallis (KKR) vs CSK, Chennai, 2012 (Final)</li></ul>

Gill and Sudharsan reached another landmark with their 167-run stand against RR, breaking Gayle and Kohli’s record for the most century partnerships in T20 cricket.

The opening pair of Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill continued their record-breaking run on Friday (May 29), surpassing the iconic pair of Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli for the most century partnerships in men’s T20 cricket. Their commanding 167-run stand against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 played an important role in Gujarat Titans securing a place in the final. Gill and Sudharsan dominated the chase and looked set to seal a 10-wicket victory for Gujarat before Sudharsan’s brilliant innings ended in an unfortunate hit-wicket dismissal. The partnership was their 11th century stand in T20 cricket, achieved in just 48 innings together. In doing so, they moved ahead of Gayle and Kohli, who had registered 10 century partnerships across 63 innings. Also Read - French Open 2026: Shocker! Djokovic knocked out by Brazilian teen Joao Fonseca The Gujarat pair now sits alone at the top of the list, ahead of other prolific combinations such as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan and AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli. Gill and Sudharsan also matched another major T20 record, registering their eighth 100-plus opening partnership, equalling the tally of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the most century stands by an opening pair in men’s T20 cricket. Also Read - Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season Their 167-run partnership further etched its place in IPL history by becoming the highest partnership recorded in a playoff match. The previous record belonged to Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay, whose 159-run stand helped Chennai Super Kings defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2011 IPL final. Highest partnerships in IPL playoffs (any wicket) 167 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs RR, Mullanpur, 2026 (Q2) 159 - Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay (CSK) vs RCB, Chennai, 2011 (Final) 140* - Michael Hussey and Suresh Raina (CSK) vs MI, Delhi, 2013 (Q1) 138 - Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan (GT) vs MI, Ahmedabad, 2023 (Q2) 136 - Manvinder Bisla and Jacques Kallis (KKR) vs CSK, Chennai, 2012 (Final)

Gill and Sudharsan reached another landmark with their 167-run stand against RR, breaking Gayle and Kohli’s record for the most century stands in T20 cricket.

Gill and Sudharsan surpass Gayle-Kohli for most century stands in T20s

Gujarat Titans booked their place in the IPL 2026 final with a seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur and now they will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit clash on Sunday. Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan powered the chase as GT successfully chased the 215-run target with eight balls remaining.&nbsp;Earlier, after winning the toss, Rajasthan Royals chose to bat first, but their innings got off to a shaky start, as Mohammed Siraj removed Yashasvi Jaiswal for just one in the opening over, while Kagiso Rabada struck soon after to dismiss Dhruv Jurel for seven.&nbsp;Ravindra Jadeja and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then rebuilt the innings with an aggressive counterattack, Jadeja looked in fine touch before retiring hurt on 34 from 19 balls because of discomfort, while, captain Riyan Parag came in next and scored a brisk 11 off 6 deliveries before Jason Holder claimed his wicket.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-becomes-first-uncapped-player-to-score-700-runs-in-a-single-ipl-season-1780066890468">Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season</a>&nbsp;Holder struck again to remove Dasun Shanaka for three, while Prasidh Krishna dismissed Jofra Archer, who had been promoted up the order, for a quick seven off four balls.&nbsp;Jadeja later returned to the crease after receiving treatment and partnered Sooryavanshi in another productive stand. The youngster made full use of a dropped chance on 46 by Sai Sudharsan and converted it into a brilliant half-century. Their partnership added another 52 runs before Rabada ended Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock on 96 from 47 balls.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ipl-2026-fastes-to-1000-runs-and-more-record-rr-s-sooryavanshi-broke-vs-gt-in-qualifier-2-1780070914721">Fastest to 1000 runs &amp; more records RR's Sooryavanshi broke vs GT in Qualifier 2</a>&nbsp;A fiery cameo from Donovan Ferreira, who smashed 38 off just 11 deliveries, along with Jadeja’s unbeaten 45 from 35 balls, lifted Rajasthan Royals to an imposing 214/6 in their 20 overs.&nbsp;Chasing 215, Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill gave Gujarat Titans the perfect start and attacked from the start, piling on boundaries and bringing up their respective fifties rapidly as GT crossed the 100-run mark before the halfway stage.&nbsp;Sudharsan’s entertaining innings ended in unusual way when he was dismissed hit wicket, repeating the same mode of dismissal from the first qualifier against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Before his departure, he and Gill had put together a massive 167-run opening partnership.&nbsp;Gill continued to dominate the chase and reached a superb century, leading from the front with a sensational 109 off 53 balls before eventually falling to Archer.&nbsp;Later, Washington Sundar chipped in with a quickfire 16 from nine deliveries before being dismissed by Nandre Burger. Jos Buttler and Rahul Tewatia then calmly finished the chase, remaining unbeaten on nine and 17 respectively, as Gujarat Titans sealed their place in the final.

Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan guided Gujarat Titans to a successful chase of 215 with eight balls to spare, sealing their place in the final.

Gujarat Titans booked their place in the IPL 2026 final with a seven-wicket victory over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 at the PCA Stadium in Mullanpur and now they will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the summit clash on Sunday. Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan powered the chase as GT successfully chased the 215-run target with eight balls remaining. Earlier, after winning the toss, Rajasthan Royals chose to bat first, but their innings got off to a shaky start, as Mohammed Siraj removed Yashasvi Jaiswal for just one in the opening over, while Kagiso Rabada struck soon after to dismiss Dhruv Jurel for seven. Ravindra Jadeja and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi then rebuilt the innings with an aggressive counterattack, Jadeja looked in fine touch before retiring hurt on 34 from 19 balls because of discomfort, while, captain Riyan Parag came in next and scored a brisk 11 off 6 deliveries before Jason Holder claimed his wicket. Also Read - Sooryavanshi becomes 1st uncapped player to score 700 runs in single IPL season Holder struck again to remove Dasun Shanaka for three, while Prasidh Krishna dismissed Jofra Archer, who had been promoted up the order, for a quick seven off four balls. Jadeja later returned to the crease after receiving treatment and partnered Sooryavanshi in another productive stand. The youngster made full use of a dropped chance on 46 by Sai Sudharsan and converted it into a brilliant half-century. Their partnership added another 52 runs before Rabada ended Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock on 96 from 47 balls. Also Check - Fastest to 1000 runs & more records RR's Sooryavanshi broke vs GT in Qualifier 2 A fiery cameo from Donovan Ferreira, who smashed 38 off just 11 deliveries, along with Jadeja’s unbeaten 45 from 35 balls, lifted Rajasthan Royals to an imposing 214/6 in their 20 overs. Chasing 215, Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill gave Gujarat Titans the perfect start and attacked from the start, piling on boundaries and bringing up their respective fifties rapidly as GT crossed the 100-run mark before the halfway stage. Sudharsan’s entertaining innings ended in unusual way when he was dismissed hit wicket, repeating the same mode of dismissal from the first qualifier against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Before his departure, he and Gill had put together a massive 167-run opening partnership. Gill continued to dominate the chase and reached a superb century, leading from the front with a sensational 109 off 53 balls before eventually falling to Archer. Later, Washington Sundar chipped in with a quickfire 16 from nine deliveries before being dismissed by Nandre Burger. Jos Buttler and Rahul Tewatia then calmly finished the chase, remaining unbeaten on nine and 17 respectively, as Gujarat Titans sealed their place in the final.

Shubman Gill’s 109 and a half-century from Sai Sudharsan guided Gujarat Titans to a successful chase of 215 with eight balls to spare, sealing their place in the final.

IPL 2026: Gill’s century outshines Sooryavanshi 96 as GT seal final spot vs RCB

From Suresh Raina to MS Dhoni, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IPL playoffs. This list also includes Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav and Rohit Sharma.

From Suresh Raina to MS Dhoni, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IPL playoffs. This list also includes Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav and Rohit Sharma.

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in IPL playoffs

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)

Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill now have 10 100-run partnerships in IPL, the joint most. Virat Kohli, meanwhile, features three times in the list of top 6 pairs with most 100-run partnership in IPL.

Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill now have 10 100-run partnerships in IPL, the joint most. Virat Kohli, meanwhile, features three times in the list of top 6 pairs with most 100-run partnership in IPL.

Sai Sudharsan-Shubman Gill enter most 100-run partnership in IPL list dominated by Virat Kohli

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill admitted that the run chase against Punjab Kings was not easy and needed patience instead of attacking play. A brilliant four-wicket spell by Jason Holder, along with important contributions from Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar, guided Gujarat Titans to a narrow four-wicket win in the final over at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. After the match, Gill explained that the pitch was slow, so it was not possible to finish the match quickly. The team planned to build the innings step by step and take the game till the end. He also said that it was hard for new batsmen to score runs easily, so players who were already settled had to stay longer and finish the match.&nbsp;"I think in chases like these, we would have liked to not take it as deep as it went, but two crucial points. This is not the kind of wicket where we'll chase in 15-16 overs. So we thought maybe one over before or a couple of overs before. That was the talk. If someone is set, they should go deep because it's not easy to hit from ball 1. Length balls weren't coming as we play on other wickets. It was important for the batsman who was set. luckily we had Washi, and he finished the game for us," Shubman Gill said after the match.&nbsp;With this win, GT are at the sixth spot, with six wins and four losses, giving them 12 points. PBKS still stay at the top, with six wins, two losses and a no result, giving them 13 points.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-who-is-suryansh-shedge-pbks-youngster-who-shone-against-gt-1777874633186">IPL 2026: Who is Suryansh Shedge? PBKS youngster who shone against GT</a> GT opted to bowl first, and it was a 79-run stand for the sixth wicket between Marcus Stoinis (40 in 31 balls, with five fours and a six) and Suryansh Shedge (57 in 29 balls, with three fours and five sixes) that took PBKS to 163/9 in 20 overs, with Holder (4/24) being an absolute trouble for PBKS batters. Later in the chase, PBKS kept fighting, but knocks from Sai Sudharsan (57 in 41 balls, with five fours and a six) and Washington Sundar (40* in 23 balls, with five fours and a six) took GT to a win with one ball left.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Chasing 164, GT held their nerve in the final over to secure a four-wicket win, their sixth of the season. PBKS, meanwhile, suffered just their second defeat in nine matches but remain top of the table.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill admitted that the run chase against Punjab Kings was not easy and needed patience instead of attacking play. A brilliant four-wicket spell by Jason Holder, along with important contributions from Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar, guided Gujarat Titans to a narrow four-wicket win in the final over at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. After the match, Gill explained that the pitch was slow, so it was not possible to finish the match quickly. The team planned to build the innings step by step and take the game till the end. He also said that it was hard for new batsmen to score runs easily, so players who were already settled had to stay longer and finish the match. "I think in chases like these, we would have liked to not take it as deep as it went, but two crucial points. This is not the kind of wicket where we'll chase in 15-16 overs. So we thought maybe one over before or a couple of overs before. That was the talk. If someone is set, they should go deep because it's not easy to hit from ball 1. Length balls weren't coming as we play on other wickets. It was important for the batsman who was set. luckily we had Washi, and he finished the game for us," Shubman Gill said after the match. With this win, GT are at the sixth spot, with six wins and four losses, giving them 12 points. PBKS still stay at the top, with six wins, two losses and a no result, giving them 13 points. Also Read - IPL 2026: Who is Suryansh Shedge? PBKS youngster who shone against GT GT opted to bowl first, and it was a 79-run stand for the sixth wicket between Marcus Stoinis (40 in 31 balls, with five fours and a six) and Suryansh Shedge (57 in 29 balls, with three fours and five sixes) that took PBKS to 163/9 in 20 overs, with Holder (4/24) being an absolute trouble for PBKS batters. Later in the chase, PBKS kept fighting, but knocks from Sai Sudharsan (57 in 41 balls, with five fours and a six) and Washington Sundar (40* in 23 balls, with five fours and a six) took GT to a win with one ball left. With inputs from agencies

Chasing 164, GT held their nerve in the final over to secure a four-wicket win, their sixth of the season. PBKS, meanwhile, suffered just their second defeat in nine matches but remain top of the table.

IPL 2026 | 'Knew it wouldn't be a quick chase': Gill after GT’s narrow win over PBKS

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill expressed his satisfaction after a four-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday (Apr 30) in their Indian Premier League 2026 clash in Ahmedabad. He highlighted the bowlers’ strong showing, which kept RCB to a modest 155, making the chase straightforward for the home side. Chasing 156, GT wrapped up the match in just 15.4 overs, thanks to brisk contributions from Gill, who struck 43 off 18 balls and Jos Buttler, who added 39 off 19. Earlier, the bowling attack was led by Arshad Khan (3/22), with support from Rashid (2/19) and Jason Holder (2/29), as RCB were dismissed in 19.2 overs.&nbsp;The win moves Gujarat Titans to fifth place on the points table, with 10 points from nine matches.&nbsp;Reflecting on the performance, Gill credited the bowlers for keeping the opposition below 160 on a batting-friendly pitch and noted an improvement in the team’s fielding. He also acknowledged Tewatia’s value in finishing games, adding that although a few extra wickets fell during the chase, contributions across the team helped seal the victory.&nbsp;"Feels very satisfying. On a wicket like this, restricting them to under 160 was a tremendous job by the bowlers. Our fielding was one of the things...in phases, we have not fielded well. Energy in the field was very nice. (On his batting) I was just feeling I was in the zone. Felt it is my day and wanted to take the bowlers on. (On Tewatia) He is a very important player, happy he finished the game. We lost couple more wickets than we would have liked. He got some nice runs and everyone got a hit in the middle," Gill said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-updated-points-table-rcb-hold-second-spot-despite-defeat-gt-fifth-with-10-points-1777614179948">IPL 2026 updated points table: RCB hold second spot despite defeat, GT fifth with 10 points</a>&nbsp;Jason Holder was named Player of the Match for his impressive spell of 2/19 in four overs, along with three key catches, dismissing Rajat Patidar, Tim David, and Krunal Pandya. Patidar's dismissal stood out in particular. Off a short delivery from Arshad Khan, Patidar attempted a pull shot but got a top edge towards deep backward square leg. Holder sprinted to his right and completed a sharp low catch, even as Kagiso Rabada also charged at the ball. While RCB players contested the decision, arguing that Holder had not been in full control and that the ball may have touched the ground, the umpires ruled it a dismissal. Jason Holder said he was pleased with his overall performance and credited the team's strong energy.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-rcb-and-gt-check-result-1777613403823">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between RCB and GT? check result</a> Speaking about his catch to dismiss Patidar, Holder noted he was aware of Rabada nearby but felt confident going for the ball. He added that he embraces whatever comes his way, is happy to take his chances, and contribute to the win. "Happy things how went for me personally. Felt our energy was good from the start. (On his catch to dismiss Patidar) I did see him (Rabada), was just hoping to not run into him. He was in my peripheral but he was far enough for me to put in an attempt (to catch it). (On ball following him) I welcome it as it comes. Just happy to hold on to the chances. Happy to contribute and to get over the line," he said at the post-match presentations.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Gujarat Titans edged past Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a comfortable four-wicket victory on Thursday, registering their fifth win of IPL 2026 and moving to 10 points from nine matches.

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill expressed his satisfaction after a four-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday (Apr 30) in their Indian Premier League 2026 clash in Ahmedabad. He highlighted the bowlers’ strong showing, which kept RCB to a modest 155, making the chase straightforward for the home side. Chasing 156, GT wrapped up the match in just 15.4 overs, thanks to brisk contributions from Gill, who struck 43 off 18 balls and Jos Buttler, who added 39 off 19. Earlier, the bowling attack was led by Arshad Khan (3/22), with support from Rashid (2/19) and Jason Holder (2/29), as RCB were dismissed in 19.2 overs. The win moves Gujarat Titans to fifth place on the points table, with 10 points from nine matches. Reflecting on the performance, Gill credited the bowlers for keeping the opposition below 160 on a batting-friendly pitch and noted an improvement in the team’s fielding. He also acknowledged Tewatia’s value in finishing games, adding that although a few extra wickets fell during the chase, contributions across the team helped seal the victory. "Feels very satisfying. On a wicket like this, restricting them to under 160 was a tremendous job by the bowlers. Our fielding was one of the things...in phases, we have not fielded well. Energy in the field was very nice. (On his batting) I was just feeling I was in the zone. Felt it is my day and wanted to take the bowlers on. (On Tewatia) He is a very important player, happy he finished the game. We lost couple more wickets than we would have liked. He got some nice runs and everyone got a hit in the middle," Gill said. Also Read - IPL 2026 updated points table: RCB hold second spot despite defeat, GT fifth with 10 points Jason Holder was named Player of the Match for his impressive spell of 2/19 in four overs, along with three key catches, dismissing Rajat Patidar, Tim David, and Krunal Pandya. Patidar's dismissal stood out in particular. Off a short delivery from Arshad Khan, Patidar attempted a pull shot but got a top edge towards deep backward square leg. Holder sprinted to his right and completed a sharp low catch, even as Kagiso Rabada also charged at the ball. While RCB players contested the decision, arguing that Holder had not been in full control and that the ball may have touched the ground, the umpires ruled it a dismissal. Jason Holder said he was pleased with his overall performance and credited the team's strong energy. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between RCB and GT? check result Speaking about his catch to dismiss Patidar, Holder noted he was aware of Rabada nearby but felt confident going for the ball. He added that he embraces whatever comes his way, is happy to take his chances, and contribute to the win. "Happy things how went for me personally. Felt our energy was good from the start. (On his catch to dismiss Patidar) I did see him (Rabada), was just hoping to not run into him. He was in my peripheral but he was far enough for me to put in an attempt (to catch it). (On ball following him) I welcome it as it comes. Just happy to hold on to the chances. Happy to contribute and to get over the line," he said at the post-match presentations. With inputs from agencies

Gujarat Titans edged past Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a comfortable four-wicket victory on Thursday, registering their fifth win of IPL 2026 and moving to 10 points from nine matches.

IPL 2026 | 'Feels very satisfying': GT skipper Shubman Gill after four-wicket win over RCB

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill admitted that his side lost momentum at a crucial stage, pointing to their inability to find boundaries in the 17th, 18th and 19th overs as a key factor in their five-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru during an Indian Premier League 2026 clash on Friday (Apr 24). Batting first, GT posted 205/3, powered by a superb 100 off 58 balls from Sai Sudharsan. They appeared on course for a total in the 220–230 range after reaching 170/2 in 16 overs. However, despite collecting 15 runs in the 16th over, they also lost Sudharsan, which proved to be a turning point.&nbsp;From there, RCB’s bowling unit, featuring Suyash Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, tightened down effectively, restricting boundaries across the next three overs and giving away only 17 runs in 18 deliveries. A final-over burst added 18 runs, but GT still ended below their anticipated total.&nbsp;Speaking at the post-match presentation, Shubman Gill said the Gujarat Titans lost momentum in the crucial 16th to 19th overs, where they failed to find boundaries and fell short of expected runs.&nbsp;"Definitely, I think from 16th to 19th we couldn't get any boundaries and couldn't get as many runs as we would have liked. Those were crucial overs for us," Gill said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-updated-points-table-rcb-move-to-second-gt-stay-seventh-1777089547412">IPL 2026 updated points table: RCB move to second; GT stay seventh</a>&nbsp;With the ball, GT made a strong start by reducing RCB to 58/1 in the powerplay, but they struggled to maintain pressure afterward as Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal stitched together a rapid 115-run partnership off just 59 balls. Kohli led the chase with a fluent 81 off 44, while Padikkal contributed a brisk 55 from 27 deliveries.&nbsp;Gill noted that although his side began well, they couldn’t secure breakthroughs in the middle overs, a phase that ultimately shifted the game in RCB’s favor.&nbsp;"At the end of the powerplay we were in a good position and it was about taking wickets in the middle overs and were not able to after the powerplay got over," he said.&nbsp;A key moment came early in Kohli’s innings when Washington Sundar dropped a straightforward catch off Mohammed Siraj, giving Kohli a lifeline on zero. Gill acknowledged that such missed chances can be costly but emphasised the need to recover quickly. He also pointed out GT’s inconsistency in dealing with length deliveries and credited RCB’s strong middle-over batting.&nbsp;"When a batsman gets dropped on nought, it's always tough on the fielder but it's important how you come back into the game. We had our moments but we were not able to consistently able to hit the length balls. And I think they batted beautifully in the middle overs," Gill said.&nbsp;Coming to the match, despite an early setback with Jacob Bethell's dismissal, Kohli and Padikkal stitched a 115-run stand to stabilise the chase. RCB briefly wobbled in the middle overs as wickets from Rashid Khan and Manav Suthar brought GT back into the contest, but Krunal Pandya (23* off 12) turned the game with a decisive late assault, including 15 runs in the 18th over. He finished the chase alongside Tim David as RCB reached 206/5 with seven balls to spare. Earlier, GT posted 205/3, powered by a brilliant century from Sai Sudharsan (100 off 58). After a dominant start from Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, RCB bowlers, led by Josh Hazlewood, pulled things back in the death overs to prevent a 220+ total, though GT still crossed the 200-run mark thanks to a late flourish from Jason Holder.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Skipper Shubman Gill reflected on where it went wrong for GT following their five-wicket loss to RCB at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill admitted that his side lost momentum at a crucial stage, pointing to their inability to find boundaries in the 17th, 18th and 19th overs as a key factor in their five-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru during an Indian Premier League 2026 clash on Friday (Apr 24). Batting first, GT posted 205/3, powered by a superb 100 off 58 balls from Sai Sudharsan. They appeared on course for a total in the 220–230 range after reaching 170/2 in 16 overs. However, despite collecting 15 runs in the 16th over, they also lost Sudharsan, which proved to be a turning point. From there, RCB’s bowling unit, featuring Suyash Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, tightened down effectively, restricting boundaries across the next three overs and giving away only 17 runs in 18 deliveries. A final-over burst added 18 runs, but GT still ended below their anticipated total. Speaking at the post-match presentation, Shubman Gill said the Gujarat Titans lost momentum in the crucial 16th to 19th overs, where they failed to find boundaries and fell short of expected runs. "Definitely, I think from 16th to 19th we couldn't get any boundaries and couldn't get as many runs as we would have liked. Those were crucial overs for us," Gill said. Also Read - IPL 2026 updated points table: RCB move to second; GT stay seventh With the ball, GT made a strong start by reducing RCB to 58/1 in the powerplay, but they struggled to maintain pressure afterward as Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal stitched together a rapid 115-run partnership off just 59 balls. Kohli led the chase with a fluent 81 off 44, while Padikkal contributed a brisk 55 from 27 deliveries. Gill noted that although his side began well, they couldn’t secure breakthroughs in the middle overs, a phase that ultimately shifted the game in RCB’s favor. "At the end of the powerplay we were in a good position and it was about taking wickets in the middle overs and were not able to after the powerplay got over," he said. A key moment came early in Kohli’s innings when Washington Sundar dropped a straightforward catch off Mohammed Siraj, giving Kohli a lifeline on zero. Gill acknowledged that such missed chances can be costly but emphasised the need to recover quickly. He also pointed out GT’s inconsistency in dealing with length deliveries and credited RCB’s strong middle-over batting. "When a batsman gets dropped on nought, it's always tough on the fielder but it's important how you come back into the game. We had our moments but we were not able to consistently able to hit the length balls. And I think they batted beautifully in the middle overs," Gill said. Coming to the match, despite an early setback with Jacob Bethell's dismissal, Kohli and Padikkal stitched a 115-run stand to stabilise the chase. RCB briefly wobbled in the middle overs as wickets from Rashid Khan and Manav Suthar brought GT back into the contest, but Krunal Pandya (23* off 12) turned the game with a decisive late assault, including 15 runs in the 18th over. He finished the chase alongside Tim David as RCB reached 206/5 with seven balls to spare. Earlier, GT posted 205/3, powered by a brilliant century from Sai Sudharsan (100 off 58). After a dominant start from Sudharsan and Shubman Gill, RCB bowlers, led by Josh Hazlewood, pulled things back in the death overs to prevent a 220+ total, though GT still crossed the 200-run mark thanks to a late flourish from Jason Holder. With inputs from agencies

Skipper Shubman Gill reflected on where it went wrong for GT following their five-wicket loss to RCB at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

IPL 2026 | 'Couldn't get as many runs': Shubman Gill after GT’s loss to RCB

Gujarat Titans (GT) inflicted more misery on three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as they defeated them by six wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Shubman Gill scored 86 off 50 to help his side to their third win of the season. On the other hand, KKR have now lost five of their six matches, while their solitary point came against Punjab Kings after a washout at the Eden Gardens earlier in the season.<h2>GT register three wins in a row</h2>Chasing 181, Sai Sudharsan and Gill opened the innings for GT. GT made a steady start, picking up 9 runs off Vaibhav Arora's opening over. The openers continue the momentum, scoring 11 runs off Kartik Tyagi in the following over. Gill and Sudharsan opened up their arms, smashing Anukul Roy for 20 runs in the third over. Veteran spinner Sunil Narine pulled things back in the following over with a tidy line, conceding just 5 runs.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;Chakaravarthy, in the 15th over, got the better of Sundar for 13, bringing Glenn Phillips to the crease. Chakaravarthy also completed 100 IPL wickets for KKR, becoming only the third player to reach the milestone for the franchise after Sunil Narine and Andre Russell.&nbsp;In the 17th over after being smashed for a cracking four from Gill, Arora removed the GT skipper for 86 off 50 balls. Glenn Phillips is trying to hit a six and finish the match in the final over, holding out at deep mid, night after playing a decent cameo of 19. Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan then sealed the match for GT as the home side won the match in the final over.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a><h2>What happened in KKR innings?</h2>Earlier in the match, Cameron Green's maiden half-century in the IPL 2026 powered KKR to 180 against GT. Green slammed 79 off 55 balls. This marked Green's second-highest IPL score after 100* (47) for MI vs SRH at Wankhede in 2023. Tim Seifert and Ajinkya Rahane opened the innings for KKR. Mohammed Siraj was stuck in the very first over, removing KKR skipper Rahane for a golden duck, bringing young Angkrish Raghuvanshi to the crease.

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

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

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

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill's GT inflict more misery on KKR with another win, visitors remain winless

Former Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand shared a warm message for Shubman Gill and the Gujarat Titans for the upcoming fixtures of IPL 2026. Posting on X on Sunday, Ferdinand revealed he had kicked off his day by watching the IPL clash. He added that his packed schedule would also include the Chelsea vs Manchester City at Stamford Bridge, followed by a live episode of his podcast and later tuning into the The Masters. In his post, he enthusiastically cheered for Gill and the Titans while outlining his “Super Sunday” plans.&nbsp;“Super Sunday… Feet up! First up… Let’s goooo @ShubmanGill @gujarat_titans Then let’s see if City puts pressure on Arsenal. Then Rio Presents Live, finishing&nbsp;off with Rory winning the Masters," Ferdinand tweeted on Sunday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rohit-sharma-scripts-history-becomes-first-player-for-mi-to-achieve-this-record-1776064404685">IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma scripts history, becomes first player for MI to achieve THIS record</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Super Sunday… Feet up! First up… Let’s goooo <a href="https://twitter.com/ShubmanGill?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShubmanGill</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/gujarat_titans?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@gujarat_titans</a> Then let’s see if City put pressure on Arsenal. Then Rio Presents Live Finishing off with Rory winning the Masters 🤣👍🏽&mdash; Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) <a href="https://twitter.com/rioferdy5/status/2043298177634173150?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This isn’t the first time Ferdinand has praised Gill. Back in February, the former England defender spoke about the young batter, noting how quickly he stood out for his nature compared to other athletes he has met.&nbsp;“I meet a lot of sports stars on my travels, but not many have shown me their curious mind so quickly, like Shubman," Ferdinand had said.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/2026-augusta-masters-prize-money-how-much-rory-mcilroy-and-other-top-10-players-won-1776060965318">Masters Prize Money - How much Rory McIlroy won his second consecutive title</a>&nbsp;Ferdinand also interacted with fans on the social media, mentioning that he intends to visit India during the season to experience IPL matches live from the stadium.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, a brilliant spell from Prasidh Krishna, who claimed four wickets, helped his team restrict Lucknow to 164/8. In the chase, Gill (56) and Buttler (60) struck fine half-centuries to guide Gujarat to a convincing seven-wicket win at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

In a post on X, Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand enthusiastically cheered for Gill and the Titans while outlining his Super Sunday plans.

Former Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand shared a warm message for Shubman Gill and the Gujarat Titans for the upcoming fixtures of IPL 2026. Posting on X on Sunday, Ferdinand revealed he had kicked off his day by watching the IPL clash. He added that his packed schedule would also include the Chelsea vs Manchester City at Stamford Bridge, followed by a live episode of his podcast and later tuning into the The Masters. In his post, he enthusiastically cheered for Gill and the Titans while outlining his “Super Sunday” plans. “Super Sunday… Feet up! First up… Let’s goooo @ShubmanGill @gujarat_titans Then let’s see if City puts pressure on Arsenal. Then Rio Presents Live, finishing off with Rory winning the Masters," Ferdinand tweeted on Sunday evening. Also Read - IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma scripts history, becomes first player for MI to achieve THIS record

In a post on X, Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand enthusiastically cheered for Gill and the Titans while outlining his Super Sunday plans.

'Let’s go Gujarat Titans': Manchester United legend backs Shubman Gill, tweet goes viral

David Miller's refusal to take a single on the penultimate ball to tie the game for Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans on Wednesday (Apr 8) will haunt him for sure. Leaving the job on himself, Miller failed to score two runs needed to win on the last ball as DC lost the match by one run - their first loss in three games played this season. GT skipper Shubman Gill, as soon as Miller denied the crucial single, thought 'we have a chance to win' and he was not wrong. Prasidh Krishna bowled a slower bouncer on the last ball, which Miller failed to connect and GT eventually won the match by one run while DC skipper Axar Patel acknowledged the team ‘could have been smarter in chase.'<h2>Why Krishna bowled slower bouncer to Miller on last ball?</h2>Speaking after the match, Gill revealed they (GT) were thinking about bowling either a yorker or a slower bouncer, given the conditions. "We were just discussing whether to go for the yorker or to go for the slower one, we decided that given the wicket how it's playing, the slower one, a good slower one will be difficult to hit for a boundary," Gill said about choosing to bowl the slower bouncer.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rahane-better-than-rohit-kishan-since-2023-here-s-what-numbers-tell-1775637188913">IPL 2026 | Rahane better than Rohit &amp; Kishan since 2023? Check numbers</a>The choice couldn't have been better as GT secured their first win of the season after losing the first two matches, giving the, their first two points.<h2>DC skipper Axar Patel reacts after loss</h2>Speaking after loss, DC skipper Axar Patel refused to single out Miller for the denied single and said: "These types of close games you can't point out anything. We could have been smarter in the chase. We lost wickets at crucial times. If not for that, we could have finished the chase off. Rahul kept the momentum on even after the powerplay, and despite wickets, he didn't let the run rate go down."DC next play against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Saturday (Apr 11) at Chepauk while GT face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday (Apr 12) at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

GT skipper Shubman Gill, as soon as Miller denied the crucial single, thought 'we have a chance to win' and he was not wrong. Prasidh Krishna bowled a slower bouncer on the last ball, which Miller failed to connect and GT eventually won the match by one run.

David Miller's refusal to take a single on the penultimate ball to tie the game for Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans on Wednesday (Apr 8) will haunt him for sure. Leaving the job on himself, Miller failed to score two runs needed to win on the last ball as DC lost the match by one run - their first loss in three games played this season. GT skipper Shubman Gill, as soon as Miller denied the crucial single, thought 'we have a chance to win' and he was not wrong. Prasidh Krishna bowled a slower bouncer on the last ball, which Miller failed to connect and GT eventually won the match by one run while DC skipper Axar Patel acknowledged the team ‘could have been smarter in chase.' Why Krishna bowled slower bouncer to Miller on last ball? Speaking after the match, Gill revealed they (GT) were thinking about bowling either a yorker or a slower bouncer, given the conditions. "We were just discussing whether to go for the yorker or to go for the slower one, we decided that given the wicket how it's playing, the slower one, a good slower one will be difficult to hit for a boundary," Gill said about choosing to bowl the slower bouncer. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Rahane better than Rohit & Kishan since 2023? Check numbers The choice couldn't have been better as GT secured their first win of the season after losing the first two matches, giving the, their first two points. DC skipper Axar Patel reacts after loss Speaking after loss, DC skipper Axar Patel refused to single out Miller for the denied single and said: "These types of close games you can't point out anything. We could have been smarter in the chase. We lost wickets at crucial times. If not for that, we could have finished the chase off. Rahul kept the momentum on even after the powerplay, and despite wickets, he didn't let the run rate go down." DC next play against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Saturday (Apr 11) at Chepauk while GT face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Sunday (Apr 12) at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.

GT skipper Shubman Gill, as soon as Miller denied the crucial single, thought 'we have a chance to win' and he was not wrong. Prasidh Krishna bowled a slower bouncer on the last ball, which Miller failed to connect and GT eventually won the match by one run.

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