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<p>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s unbelievable assault in the IPL 2026 Eliminator left Sunrisers Hyderabad stunned and even SRH captain Pat Cummins admitted short of plans. The 15-year-old Rajathan Royals (RR) batter completely changed the game with a fiery 97-run innings that powered Royals to a massive playoff total of 248/3 which eventually proved 47 runs too many for SRH. Cummins openly acknowledged difficulty in stopping the youngster once he settled in, saying bowlers simply "didn’t feel like they had too many options" against him. Sooryavanshi’s fearless hitting not only shattered SRH’s bowling plans but took RR one step closer to their second IPL title.</p><h2>How Sooryavanshi tore apart SRH?</h2><p>The Royals teenager was in attacking mode frrom the very first over and looked determined to try and hit a six every length, refusing to allow SRH bowlers any breathing space. He hammered 12 sixes during the innings and repeatedly cleared the boundary against both pace and spin with astonishing ease. Cummins, one of the world’s premier fast bowlers, tried changing lengths, pace variations and field placements, but nothing seemed effective once the RR batter entered his rhythm.</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rr-vs-srh-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-29-ball-97-in-ipl-eliminator-breaks-internet-he-is-the-best-t20-opener-in-world-1779894869921">Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 29-ball 97 breaks internet: ‘The best T20 opener’</a></p><p>Speaking after the defeat, Cummins admitted SRH were left searching for answers throughout the innings. "You don’t feel like you have too many options against him when he’s striking it that cleanly," Cummins said after the match. Sooryavanshi narrowly missed out on the record of fastest hundred as he go out on 97 off 29 balls. The Royals batter, however, did <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-breaks-chris-gayle-record-for-most-sixes-in-an-ipl-season-srh-rr-ipl-2026-eliminator-1779892661713">suprass Gayle's record for most sixes in one IPL season</a>. He also raced to the top of the Orange Cap leaderboard for most runs - 680 in 15 innings at an average of 45 and a strike rate of 242.</p><h2>What next for Sooryavanshi and Rajasthan Royals</h2><p>Rajasthan Royals will now face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2 with a place in the IPL 2026 final at stake. After entering the playoffs with inconsistent form, RR look like serious title contenders, largely because of Sooryavanshi’s explosive batting. The teenager has now emerged as the breakout superstar of IPL 2026 and continues to dominate headlines with every performance. His fearless approach, six-hitting ability and composure under pressure have already drawn comparisons with some of the league’s biggest legends despite him being just 15 years old.&nbsp;</p>

SRH skipper Pat Cummins acknowleged ‘not havaing too many options’ as a bowler while facing RR's 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi who hit 29-ball 97 in RR's 47-run win vs SRH in IPL 2026 Eliminator.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s unbelievable assault in the IPL 2026 Eliminator left Sunrisers Hyderabad stunned and even SRH captain Pat Cummins admitted short of plans. The 15-year-old Rajathan Royals (RR) batter completely changed the game with a fiery 97-run innings that powered Royals to a massive playoff total of 248/3 which eventually proved 47 runs too many for SRH. Cummins openly acknowledged difficulty in stopping the youngster once he settled in, saying bowlers simply "didn’t feel like they had too many options" against him. Sooryavanshi’s fearless hitting not only shattered SRH’s bowling plans but took RR one step closer to their second IPL title. How Sooryavanshi tore apart SRH? The Royals teenager was in attacking mode frrom the very first over and looked determined to try and hit a six every length, refusing to allow SRH bowlers any breathing space. He hammered 12 sixes during the innings and repeatedly cleared the boundary against both pace and spin with astonishing ease. Cummins, one of the world’s premier fast bowlers, tried changing lengths, pace variations and field placements, but nothing seemed effective once the RR batter entered his rhythm. Also Read - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 29-ball 97 breaks internet: ‘The best T20 opener’ Speaking after the defeat, Cummins admitted SRH were left searching for answers throughout the innings. "You don’t feel like you have too many options against him when he’s striking it that cleanly," Cummins said after the match. Sooryavanshi narrowly missed out on the record of fastest hundred as he go out on 97 off 29 balls. The Royals batter, however, did suprass Gayle's record for most sixes in one IPL season. He also raced to the top of the Orange Cap leaderboard for most runs - 680 in 15 innings at an average of 45 and a strike rate of 242. What next for Sooryavanshi and Rajasthan Royals Rajasthan Royals will now face Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2 with a place in the IPL 2026 final at stake. After entering the playoffs with inconsistent form, RR look like serious title contenders, largely because of Sooryavanshi’s explosive batting. The teenager has now emerged as the breakout superstar of IPL 2026 and continues to dominate headlines with every performance. His fearless approach, six-hitting ability and composure under pressure have already drawn comparisons with some of the league’s biggest legends despite him being just 15 years old.

<p>SRH skipper Pat Cummins acknowleged ‘not havaing too many options’ as a bowler while facing RR's 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi who hit 29-ball 97 in RR's 47-run win vs SRH in IPL 2026 Eliminator.</p>

IPL 2026 | 'Don't have too many options': Even Pat Cummins left clueless against 15-year-old Sooryavanshi

<p>Rajasthan Royals (RR) kept their IPL 2026 dream alive after crushing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 47 runs in the Eliminator at Mullanpur on Wednesday (May 27). Riding on a jaw-dropping 97-run knock from 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, RR posted a mammoth 243/8 before bundling SRH out for 196 in 19.2 overs. SRH were never in the hunt after losing four wickets in the powerplay including dashing openers Travis Head &amp; Abhishek Sharma as well as Ishan Kishan. The win sealed Rajasthan’s place in Qualifier 2, where they will now face Gujarat Titans for a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Sooryavanshi’s explosive innings included 12 sixes and also helped him <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-breaks-chris-gayle-record-for-most-sixes-in-an-ipl-season-srh-rr-ipl-2026-eliminator-1779892661713">break Chris Gayle’s long-standing IPL record</a> for most sixes in a single season.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rr-vs-srh-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-29-ball-97-in-ipl-eliminator-breaks-internet-he-is-the-best-t20-opener-in-world-1779894869921">Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 29-ball 97 breaks internet: ‘The best T20 opener’</a></p><h2>SRH batters crumble under pressure</h2><p>Chasing 244, Sunrisers Hyderabad never really recovered from the early blows delivered by Jofra Archer and RR’s pace attack. They lost Head (17), Abhishek (0), Kishan (33), Ravichandran Smaran (1) inside powerplay to finish the first six overs at 71/4. Despite a few late counter-attacks in the middle order, wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals as SRH’s aggressive batting approach backfired under pressure. Archer starred with both ball and fielding efforts, while Ravindra Jadeja and Nandre Burger chipped in with crucial wickets to close out the game comfortably for Rajasthan.</p><h2>Sooryvanshi continues dream run at IPL</h2><p>Teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was the star &nbsp;of the night. The youngster tore apart the SRH bowling lineup with fearless hitting, narrowly missing out on a century after falling for 97 off just 29 balls. His knock powered RR to one of the highest playoff totals in IPL history and completely shifted momentum in a knockout contest expected to be closely fought. Thanks to Sooryavanshi, RR raced away to 80 runs in the powerplay and 100 in 7.2 overs. Apart from him, Dhruv Jurely also smacked 21-ball 50 as RR finished at 243/8 in 20 overs.</p>

RR, riding on 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 29-ball 97, posted 243/8 in 20 overs and bowled out SunRisers Hyderabad for 196 for a 47-run win to book a place in Qualifer 2 against Gujarat Titans.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) kept their IPL 2026 dream alive after crushing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 47 runs in the Eliminator at Mullanpur on Wednesday (May 27). Riding on a jaw-dropping 97-run knock from 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, RR posted a mammoth 243/8 before bundling SRH out for 196 in 19.2 overs. SRH were never in the hunt after losing four wickets in the powerplay including dashing openers Travis Head & Abhishek Sharma as well as Ishan Kishan. The win sealed Rajasthan’s place in Qualifier 2, where they will now face Gujarat Titans for a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Sooryavanshi’s explosive innings included 12 sixes and also helped him break Chris Gayle’s long-standing IPL record for most sixes in a single season. Also Read - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 29-ball 97 breaks internet: ‘The best T20 opener’ SRH batters crumble under pressure Chasing 244, Sunrisers Hyderabad never really recovered from the early blows delivered by Jofra Archer and RR’s pace attack. They lost Head (17), Abhishek (0), Kishan (33), Ravichandran Smaran (1) inside powerplay to finish the first six overs at 71/4. Despite a few late counter-attacks in the middle order, wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals as SRH’s aggressive batting approach backfired under pressure. Archer starred with both ball and fielding efforts, while Ravindra Jadeja and Nandre Burger chipped in with crucial wickets to close out the game comfortably for Rajasthan. Sooryvanshi continues dream run at IPL Teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was the star of the night. The youngster tore apart the SRH bowling lineup with fearless hitting, narrowly missing out on a century after falling for 97 off just 29 balls. His knock powered RR to one of the highest playoff totals in IPL history and completely shifted momentum in a knockout contest expected to be closely fought. Thanks to Sooryavanshi, RR raced away to 80 runs in the powerplay and 100 in 7.2 overs. Apart from him, Dhruv Jurely also smacked 21-ball 50 as RR finished at 243/8 in 20 overs.

<p>RR, riding on 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 29-ball 97, posted 243/8 in 20 overs and bowled out SunRisers Hyderabad for 196 for a 47-run win to book a place in Qualifer 2 against Gujarat Titans.</p>

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

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<p>Australia Test and ODI skipper Pat Cummins has clarified that national team remains his priority. The statement comes amid the recent reports of Aussie players being not happy with national contracts payment structure and might choose franchise cricket over national duty. Cummins, who has a very successful record as Australia skipper which including Ashes win, ODI World Cup title and a World Test Championship (WTC) mace, however, acknowledged that he'll continue to play the IPL in which he leads SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH).</p><h2>Cummins clarifies his priorities</h2><p>Speaking to ESPNCricinfo at an event on Tuesday (May 19) in Delhi, Cummins talked about his priorities and said: "Nothing has changed for me, my priority is Australian cricket, No. 1, particularly Test cricket. As Test captain, I never want to miss any Test cricket and make myself available for as many Aussie games as I can. The IPL is good in that it normally fits in our holiday break, so that's the obvious one, but they are probably my main focuses and I don't see that's going to change at all for the next few years for me at least."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-what-about-when-he-learns-how-to-bat-lsg-coach-langer-in-awe-of-rr-s-15-year-old-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-1779262109031">'What about when he learns how to bat?' LSG coach in awe of RR's Sooryavanshi</a></p><p>Australia are expected to play 20 (may be 21) Tests in the one year period from August 2026 to August 2027 which is followed by ODI World Cup 2027 in which Australia enter as defending champions.</p><h2>What franchise cricket Cummins plays?</h2><p>Apart from Australia's domestic franchise tournament Big Bash League (BBL), Cummins takes part in IPL for SRH. He has also played in the USA's Major League Cricket (MLC) in the past for San Francisco Unicorns. He, however, hasn't played any T20I since 2024 T20 World Cup.</p><p>Cummins also suffered a stress fracture in his back not so long ago which made him sit out of the last Ashes series as well as the 2026 T20 World Cup. The Aussie skipper, however, aims to participating in all of Australia's red-ball ball games in the next future as well as the ODI World Cup 2027.</p>

Pat Cummins made the statement amid recent reports of Aussie players choosing franchise cricket over national duties because of disagreement over money.

Australia Test and ODI skipper Pat Cummins has clarified that national team remains his priority. The statement comes amid the recent reports of Aussie players being not happy with national contracts payment structure and might choose franchise cricket over national duty. Cummins, who has a very successful record as Australia skipper which including Ashes win, ODI World Cup title and a World Test Championship (WTC) mace, however, acknowledged that he'll continue to play the IPL in which he leads SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH). Cummins clarifies his priorities Speaking to ESPNCricinfo at an event on Tuesday (May 19) in Delhi, Cummins talked about his priorities and said: "Nothing has changed for me, my priority is Australian cricket, No. 1, particularly Test cricket. As Test captain, I never want to miss any Test cricket and make myself available for as many Aussie games as I can. The IPL is good in that it normally fits in our holiday break, so that's the obvious one, but they are probably my main focuses and I don't see that's going to change at all for the next few years for me at least." Also Read - 'What about when he learns how to bat?' LSG coach in awe of RR's Sooryavanshi Australia are expected to play 20 (may be 21) Tests in the one year period from August 2026 to August 2027 which is followed by ODI World Cup 2027 in which Australia enter as defending champions. What franchise cricket Cummins plays? Apart from Australia's domestic franchise tournament Big Bash League (BBL), Cummins takes part in IPL for SRH. He has also played in the USA's Major League Cricket (MLC) in the past for San Francisco Unicorns. He, however, hasn't played any T20I since 2024 T20 World Cup. Cummins also suffered a stress fracture in his back not so long ago which made him sit out of the last Ashes series as well as the 2026 T20 World Cup. The Aussie skipper, however, aims to participating in all of Australia's red-ball ball games in the next future as well as the ODI World Cup 2027.

<p>Pat Cummins made the statement amid recent reports of Aussie players choosing franchise cricket over national duties because of disagreement over money.</p>

Pat Cummins puts Australia and IPL duties in focus 'for the next few years'

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets in IPL 2026 match on Monday (May 18) and book a place in the playoffs. Chasing a modest 181 at the iconic Chepauk in Chennai, Ishan Kishan led SRH's charge with 47-ball 70 as the team reached the target in 19 overs. With the win, SRH's eighth in 13 matches, they got to 16 points and secured a place in the top four. CSK, on the other hand, suffered seventh defeat in 13 games and their chances to qualify for the playoffs took a hit. The five-time champions, however, are still in contention and vying for the final place with four other teams - Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, and Kolkata Knight Riders.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-ipl-over-test-cricket-michael-vaughan-makes-big-claim-on-jofra-archer-1779117813462">'IPL over Test Cricket'? Michael Vaughan makes big claim on Jofra Archer</a></p><h2>Kishan, Klaasen take SRH into playoffs</h2><p>Chasing 181, SRH lost dashing opener Travis Head (6) in the third over and his partner Abhishek Sharma (26) in the eighth over. At 56/2, CSK had an opening but Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen added 75 runs for the third wicket to allay any fears whatsoever. SRH did face a wobble for a bit with Klaasen (47) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (11) being dismissed in space of 16 balls and 22 runs but Kishan stood tall and by the time he was dismissed for 75 in the 19th over, SRH were just five short of the victory which they made at the completion of 19th over mark.</p><h2>CSK batters fall short again</h2><p>Batting first in the last home of the season, CSK lost Sanju Samson (27) and Urvil Patel (13) inside powerplay and finished the first six overs at 57/2. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad (15) and Kartik Sharma (32) added 42 runs for the third wicket before both of them departed in space of 11 balls and 10 runs as CSK were left dwindling at 100/4 in the 12th over. Dewald Brevis (44), Shivam Dube (26) then added 59 runs for the fifth wicket and Prashant Veer chipped in with 11 in the end as CSK finished at 180/7 in 20 overs.</p>

SRH qualified for the IPL 2026 qualifiers with a five-wicket win over CSK on Monday (May 18). The five-time champions, however, are still in race for the final place in top four along with PBKS, RR, DC, and KKR.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets in IPL 2026 match on Monday (May 18) and book a place in the playoffs. Chasing a modest 181 at the iconic Chepauk in Chennai, Ishan Kishan led SRH's charge with 47-ball 70 as the team reached the target in 19 overs. With the win, SRH's eighth in 13 matches, they got to 16 points and secured a place in the top four. CSK, on the other hand, suffered seventh defeat in 13 games and their chances to qualify for the playoffs took a hit. The five-time champions, however, are still in contention and vying for the final place with four other teams - Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, and Kolkata Knight Riders. Also Read - 'IPL over Test Cricket'? Michael Vaughan makes big claim on Jofra Archer Kishan, Klaasen take SRH into playoffs Chasing 181, SRH lost dashing opener Travis Head (6) in the third over and his partner Abhishek Sharma (26) in the eighth over. At 56/2, CSK had an opening but Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen added 75 runs for the third wicket to allay any fears whatsoever. SRH did face a wobble for a bit with Klaasen (47) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (11) being dismissed in space of 16 balls and 22 runs but Kishan stood tall and by the time he was dismissed for 75 in the 19th over, SRH were just five short of the victory which they made at the completion of 19th over mark. CSK batters fall short again Batting first in the last home of the season, CSK lost Sanju Samson (27) and Urvil Patel (13) inside powerplay and finished the first six overs at 57/2. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad (15) and Kartik Sharma (32) added 42 runs for the third wicket before both of them departed in space of 11 balls and 10 runs as CSK were left dwindling at 100/4 in the 12th over. Dewald Brevis (44), Shivam Dube (26) then added 59 runs for the fifth wicket and Prashant Veer chipped in with 11 in the end as CSK finished at 180/7 in 20 overs.

<p>SRH qualified for the IPL 2026 qualifiers with a five-wicket win over CSK on Monday (May 18). The five-time champions, however, are still in race for the final place in top four along with PBKS, RR, DC, and KKR.</p>

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<p>Gujarat Titans (GT) beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2026 match on Tuesday (May 12) by 82 runs to go top of the table. Chasing 169, SRH batters had an off day in the field and were bowled out for just 86 - their lowest score in the franchise history. With the win - their fifth on the trot - GT now have 16 points from eight wins and four losses - the highest by any team at this point. SRH, despite the loss, did not suffer a huge setback and continue to remain on third place with 14 points from seven wins and five losses in 12 matches played in the seasons so far.</p><h2>SRH face rare batting failure</h2><p>Chasing a modest target, SRH batting did not show up on the day and it started with opener Travis Head being dismissed for a duck in the first over itself. Abhishek Sharma followed his opening partner as SRH became 6/2. Ishan Kishan was next to go in the fourth over and Ravichandran Smaran was the fourth wicket to fall in the powerplay which SRH finished at 34/4.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-meet-macneil-hadley-noronha-uae-raised-karnataka-all-rounder-who-replaces-ramakrishna-ghosh-at-csk-injury-crisis-chennai-super-kings-1778606976721">IPL: Meet Macneil Hadley Noronha, Ramakrishna Ghosh's injury replacement at CSK</a></p><p>Heinrich Klaasen (14) and Salil Arora (16) added 23 runs for the fifth wicket - the highest partnership of the innings - highlighting the struggles SRH batters went through. The 34/4 soon became 56/5 and then 56/6 before the next four wickets fell on 70, 72, 82, and 86.</p><h2>GT ride on Sai, Sundar fifties</h2><p>Batting first, GT themselves did not have a great start as as they lost skipper Shubman Gill (5) and Jos Buttler (7) inside six overs of powerplay. Sai Sudharsan then added 38 runs with Nishant Sindhu (22) for the third wicket to provide some stability to the innings. After Sindhu's dismissal, Sai (61) and Washington Sundar (50) added 60 runs for the fourth wicket to take GT past 120. Sundar stayed till the penultimate over and guided GT to 168/5 in 20 overs.</p>

Gujarat Titans beat SunRisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in IPL 2026 match on Tuesday (May 12) in what was a rare batting failure from SRH. With the win, GT are not top of the points table with 16 points while SRH remain third with 14 points.

Gujarat Titans (GT) beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2026 match on Tuesday (May 12) by 82 runs to go top of the table. Chasing 169, SRH batters had an off day in the field and were bowled out for just 86 - their lowest score in the franchise history. With the win - their fifth on the trot - GT now have 16 points from eight wins and four losses - the highest by any team at this point. SRH, despite the loss, did not suffer a huge setback and continue to remain on third place with 14 points from seven wins and five losses in 12 matches played in the seasons so far. SRH face rare batting failure Chasing a modest target, SRH batting did not show up on the day and it started with opener Travis Head being dismissed for a duck in the first over itself. Abhishek Sharma followed his opening partner as SRH became 6/2. Ishan Kishan was next to go in the fourth over and Ravichandran Smaran was the fourth wicket to fall in the powerplay which SRH finished at 34/4. Also Read - IPL: Meet Macneil Hadley Noronha, Ramakrishna Ghosh's injury replacement at CSK Heinrich Klaasen (14) and Salil Arora (16) added 23 runs for the fifth wicket - the highest partnership of the innings - highlighting the struggles SRH batters went through. The 34/4 soon became 56/5 and then 56/6 before the next four wickets fell on 70, 72, 82, and 86. GT ride on Sai, Sundar fifties Batting first, GT themselves did not have a great start as as they lost skipper Shubman Gill (5) and Jos Buttler (7) inside six overs of powerplay. Sai Sudharsan then added 38 runs with Nishant Sindhu (22) for the third wicket to provide some stability to the innings. After Sindhu's dismissal, Sai (61) and Washington Sundar (50) added 60 runs for the fourth wicket to take GT past 120. Sundar stayed till the penultimate over and guided GT to 168/5 in 20 overs.

<p>Gujarat Titans beat SunRisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in IPL 2026 match on Tuesday (May 12) in what was a rare batting failure from SRH. With the win, GT are not top of the points table with 16 points while SRH remain third with 14 points.</p>

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<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 33 runs on Wednesday (May 6) in IPL 2026 match at Hyderabad. Batting first, SRH scored 235/4 and in reply, PBKS could manage only 202/7 despite Cooper Connolly's unbeaten 107 off 59 balls. With the win, SRH are not top of the table with 14 points from seven wins and four losses in 11 matches. PBKS, which were at the top for most of the season, are now second with 13 points from six wins, one no result and three losses in 10 matches. With playoffs approaching, PBKS are losing steam with loss against SRH being their third consecutive in the season.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-shifts-ipl-2026-final-venue-from-bengaluru-to-ahmedabad-new-chandigarh-to-host-2-playoff-matches-1778056151206">Ahmedabad to host IPL 2026 final; New Chandigarh hosts 2 playoff matches</a></p><h2>PBKS batting flops again</h2><p>Punjab Kings have built this season around their explosive batting but they failed to perform against SRH on Wednesday (May 6). Chasing 236, PBKS lost star openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh in first seven balls with just four runs on the board. The situation further deteriorated with skipper Shreyas Iyer getting out inside powerplay as well. Marcus Stoinis (28 off 14) followed the suit of first three batters in the first over after powerplay. At 63/4, Suryansh Shedge (25) and Cooper Connolly added 47 runs for the fifth wicket but it was too little for PBKS. Shashank Singh was dismissed cheaply as well after Shedge was out in the 12th over before Connolly took charge and added 66 runs with Marco Jansen (19) for the seventh wicket. PBKS eventually could manage 202/7 in 20 overs with Connolly scoring 107 of them and remained not out.</p><h2>SRH explode in Hyderabad</h2><p>Batting first, SRH openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head were on song from ball one - adding 54 runs in 3.2 overs before Abhishek was out on 35 off 13. Head was next to go in the seventh over after scoring 38 off 19 and adding 30 runs with Ishan Kishan for the second wicket. Kishan (55) then joined forces with Heinrich Klaasen and the duo added 88 runs in the next eight overs for the third wicket. Nitish Reddy played a little cameo off 29 off 13 as Klaasen scored 69 before being dismissed on the last ball as SRH finished at 235/4 in 20 overs.</p>

SRH beat PBKS by 33 runs in IPL 2026 match on Wednesday (May 6). Chasing 236, PBKS could manage only 202/7 despite Connolly's unbeaten 107. With the win, SRH are now top of the table with 14 points and PBKS second with 13.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 33 runs on Wednesday (May 6) in IPL 2026 match at Hyderabad. Batting first, SRH scored 235/4 and in reply, PBKS could manage only 202/7 despite Cooper Connolly's unbeaten 107 off 59 balls. With the win, SRH are not top of the table with 14 points from seven wins and four losses in 11 matches. PBKS, which were at the top for most of the season, are now second with 13 points from six wins, one no result and three losses in 10 matches. With playoffs approaching, PBKS are losing steam with loss against SRH being their third consecutive in the season. Also Read - Ahmedabad to host IPL 2026 final; New Chandigarh hosts 2 playoff matches PBKS batting flops again Punjab Kings have built this season around their explosive batting but they failed to perform against SRH on Wednesday (May 6). Chasing 236, PBKS lost star openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh in first seven balls with just four runs on the board. The situation further deteriorated with skipper Shreyas Iyer getting out inside powerplay as well. Marcus Stoinis (28 off 14) followed the suit of first three batters in the first over after powerplay. At 63/4, Suryansh Shedge (25) and Cooper Connolly added 47 runs for the fifth wicket but it was too little for PBKS. Shashank Singh was dismissed cheaply as well after Shedge was out in the 12th over before Connolly took charge and added 66 runs with Marco Jansen (19) for the seventh wicket. PBKS eventually could manage 202/7 in 20 overs with Connolly scoring 107 of them and remained not out. SRH explode in Hyderabad Batting first, SRH openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head were on song from ball one - adding 54 runs in 3.2 overs before Abhishek was out on 35 off 13. Head was next to go in the seventh over after scoring 38 off 19 and adding 30 runs with Ishan Kishan for the second wicket. Kishan (55) then joined forces with Heinrich Klaasen and the duo added 88 runs in the next eight overs for the third wicket. Nitish Reddy played a little cameo off 29 off 13 as Klaasen scored 69 before being dismissed on the last ball as SRH finished at 235/4 in 20 overs.

<p>SRH beat PBKS by 33 runs in IPL 2026 match on Wednesday (May 6). Chasing 236, PBKS could manage only 202/7 despite Connolly's unbeaten 107. With the win, SRH are now top of the table with 14 points and PBKS second with 13.</p>

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between SunRisers Hyderabad vs Punjab Kings? check result

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Mumbai Indians (MI) by six wickets in IPL 2026 on Wednesday (Apr 29) at Wankhede stadium to go third on the points table. Chasing a mammoth 244-run target, SRH openers set the tone in the powerplay itself, hitting 92 runs. They eventually won the match in 18.4 overs, further highlighting MI's struggle in the ongoing season. The loss against SRH was sixth for MI this season in eight matches played, putting them on ninth place in the 10-team points table with just 4 points. SRH, meanwhile, have 12 point from six wins and three losses in nine games, but their net run rate put them ahead of Rajasthan Royals, which are fourth with 12 points.&nbsp;</p><h2>SRH showcase batting might</h2><p>SRH openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head knew the importance of powerplay as they chased nearly 250 runs and made full use of the fielding restrictions. The duo smacked 92 runs in the first six overs on their way to 129-run opening wicket partnership in just 8.3 overs. MI's Allah Ghazanfar then sent back Abhishek (24-ball 45) and Ishan Kishan (0) on back-to-back balls to create an opening for the team. Mumbai skipper Hardik Pandya then took out Travis Head (76 of 30) in the next over as SRH became 133/3 from 129/0 in space of six balls.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2026-sooryavanshi-outshines-everyone-15-year-old-takes-down-russell-maxwell-abhishek-for-another-batting-record-1777452312206">'Sooryavanshi outshines all': Vaibhav surpasses big hitters for THIS IPL record</a></p><p>Heinrich Klaasen, having scored no single digit score this season, then stepped up as he added 80 runs for the fourth wicket wiith Nitish Reddy (21 off 17) in 6.4 overs before finishing off the game with 36-run partnership with Salil Arora, who smashed unbeaten 30 off 10 balls in the partnership. Klaasen, was adjudged Player of the Match (POTM) for his 30-ball 65 not out two catches in the field.</p><h2>MI batting comes together to put on a show</h2><p>Batting the home ground, MI batting finally put up a great show for their fans. It started with openers Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton adding 93 runs for the first wicket including 78 in the powerplay. SRH's Nitish Reddy broke the partnership by taking out Jacks (46 off 22) on the first ball of the eighth over. Suryakumar Yadav (5) followed back Jacks to dressing room shortly after before Rickelton added 55 runs with Naman Dhir (22 off 17) for the third wicket. Skipper Pandya (31 off 15) then joined Rickelton and the duo added 56 runs for the fourth wicket to take MI pas 220 and still 11 balls left. Rickelton then took the provided late impetus as he carried the bat on 123 off 55 - the highest individual score in MI's history - and the team finished on 243/5 in 20 overs.</p>

IPL 2026 | SRH chased down 244-run target against MI in 18.4 overs on Wednesday (Apr 29) at Wankhede stadium to go third on the points table with 12 points from six wins. MI, meanwhile, slipped down to ninth spot after sixth loss of the season in eight matches.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) beat Mumbai Indians (MI) by six wickets in IPL 2026 on Wednesday (Apr 29) at Wankhede stadium to go third on the points table. Chasing a mammoth 244-run target, SRH openers set the tone in the powerplay itself, hitting 92 runs. They eventually won the match in 18.4 overs, further highlighting MI's struggle in the ongoing season. The loss against SRH was sixth for MI this season in eight matches played, putting them on ninth place in the 10-team points table with just 4 points. SRH, meanwhile, have 12 point from six wins and three losses in nine games, but their net run rate put them ahead of Rajasthan Royals, which are fourth with 12 points. SRH showcase batting might SRH openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head knew the importance of powerplay as they chased nearly 250 runs and made full use of the fielding restrictions. The duo smacked 92 runs in the first six overs on their way to 129-run opening wicket partnership in just 8.3 overs. MI's Allah Ghazanfar then sent back Abhishek (24-ball 45) and Ishan Kishan (0) on back-to-back balls to create an opening for the team. Mumbai skipper Hardik Pandya then took out Travis Head (76 of 30) in the next over as SRH became 133/3 from 129/0 in space of six balls. Also Read - 'Sooryavanshi outshines all': Vaibhav surpasses big hitters for THIS IPL record Heinrich Klaasen, having scored no single digit score this season, then stepped up as he added 80 runs for the fourth wicket wiith Nitish Reddy (21 off 17) in 6.4 overs before finishing off the game with 36-run partnership with Salil Arora, who smashed unbeaten 30 off 10 balls in the partnership. Klaasen, was adjudged Player of the Match (POTM) for his 30-ball 65 not out two catches in the field. MI batting comes together to put on a show Batting the home ground, MI batting finally put up a great show for their fans. It started with openers Will Jacks and Ryan Rickelton adding 93 runs for the first wicket including 78 in the powerplay. SRH's Nitish Reddy broke the partnership by taking out Jacks (46 off 22) on the first ball of the eighth over. Suryakumar Yadav (5) followed back Jacks to dressing room shortly after before Rickelton added 55 runs with Naman Dhir (22 off 17) for the third wicket. Skipper Pandya (31 off 15) then joined Rickelton and the duo added 56 runs for the fourth wicket to take MI pas 220 and still 11 balls left. Rickelton then took the provided late impetus as he carried the bat on 123 off 55 - the highest individual score in MI's history - and the team finished on 243/5 in 20 overs.

<p>IPL 2026 | SRH chased down 244-run target against MI in 18.4 overs on Wednesday (Apr 29) at Wankhede stadium to go third on the points table with 12 points from six wins. MI, meanwhile, slipped down to ninth spot after sixth loss of the season in eight matches.</p>

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between SunRisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians? check result

<p>Despite scoring 243 runs, hosts Mumbai Indians (MI) failed to snap their four-match losing streak as they were defeated by SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Playing at the Wankhede Stadium, a batting masterclass from Travis Head (76), Abhishek Sharma (45) and Heinrich Klaasen (unbeaten 59) saw SRH win by six wickets. The win sees SRH establish themselves in the playoff race while MI are on the brink of exit.</p><h2><strong>Hyderabad inflict more misery on Mumbai</strong></h2><p>Hyderabad relied on their South African star Heinrich Klaasen, who hit an unbeaten 65 to steer the team home with eight balls to spare. It was the fourth-highest successful run chase in the IPL as Hyderabad registered their fifth successive win to move to third in the table. Klaasen's 30-ball blitz came after openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma put on 129 to give Mumbai a flying start in response. Head blasted 76 off 30 deliveries, while Abhishek added 45 off 24 balls.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hyderabad stuttered after they lost two wickets in two balls to Afghanistan spinner A.M. Ghazanfar, with Head departing the next over. But Klaasen's masterful knock ensured Hyderabad stayed on track as Nitish Kumar Reddy chipped in with 21, before Salil Arora struck the winning six to finish on 30 not out.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in MI innings?</strong></h2><p>Mumbai slumped to their sixth defeat in eight matches, with their chances of making the playoffs taking another hit. Rickelton registered the highest individual score for a Mumbai player in the IPL, surpassing Sanath Jayasuriya's unbeaten 114 in the inaugural edition in 2008. Rickelton put on 93 runs for the opening wicket with Will Jacks (46) and struck 10 fours and eight sixes in his explosive innings.</p>

Playing at the Wankhede Stadium, a batting masterclass from Travis Head (76), Abhishek Sharma (45) and Heinrich Klaasen (unbeaten 59) saw SRH win by six wickets. The win sees SRH establish themselves in the playoff race while MI are on the brink of exit.

Despite scoring 243 runs, hosts Mumbai Indians (MI) failed to snap their four-match losing streak as they were defeated by SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). Playing at the Wankhede Stadium, a batting masterclass from Travis Head (76), Abhishek Sharma (45) and Heinrich Klaasen (unbeaten 59) saw SRH win by six wickets. The win sees SRH establish themselves in the playoff race while MI are on the brink of exit. Hyderabad inflict more misery on Mumbai Hyderabad relied on their South African star Heinrich Klaasen, who hit an unbeaten 65 to steer the team home with eight balls to spare. It was the fourth-highest successful run chase in the IPL as Hyderabad registered their fifth successive win to move to third in the table. Klaasen's 30-ball blitz came after openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma put on 129 to give Mumbai a flying start in response. Head blasted 76 off 30 deliveries, while Abhishek added 45 off 24 balls. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Hyderabad stuttered after they lost two wickets in two balls to Afghanistan spinner A.M. Ghazanfar, with Head departing the next over. But Klaasen's masterful knock ensured Hyderabad stayed on track as Nitish Kumar Reddy chipped in with 21, before Salil Arora struck the winning six to finish on 30 not out. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions What happened in MI innings? Mumbai slumped to their sixth defeat in eight matches, with their chances of making the playoffs taking another hit. Rickelton registered the highest individual score for a Mumbai player in the IPL, surpassing Sanath Jayasuriya's unbeaten 114 in the inaugural edition in 2008. Rickelton put on 93 runs for the opening wicket with Will Jacks (46) and struck 10 fours and eight sixes in his explosive innings.

<p>Playing at the Wankhede Stadium, a batting masterclass from Travis Head (76), Abhishek Sharma (45) and Heinrich Klaasen (unbeaten 59) saw SRH win by six wickets. The win sees SRH establish themselves in the playoff race while MI are on the brink of exit.</p>

IPL 2026: Mumbai hit another low with fourth consecutive home defeat, Hyderabad build momentum in Playoffs race

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) have picked form at the right time in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they look to build momentum in the race for the Playoffs. Now with eight points from seven matches, SRH are fourth in the standings and will look to book their place in the semis. Ahead of the crucial run-in, SRH pacer Praful Hinge opened up on his journey and how head coach Daniel Vettori has helped him develop during the course of the season.</p><h2><strong>Praful opens up on journey</strong></h2><p>Having been bought for ₹30 lakh during the IPL 2026 auction, the Vidarbha-born pacer made a name for himself on his debut. On 13 April 2026, he made his debut against the Rajasthan Royals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. In his first over, he dismissed Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, and Lhuan-dre Pretorius, becoming the first player to take three wickets in his opening over on IPL debut.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While speaking in the JioStar Press Room, Praful was vocal about head coach Daniel Vettori, who has played a key role in the team’s rise.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Both Vettori and Pat Cummins have been very open with me and have advised me to stick to the game. They have been advised to enjoy the game and process while working hard in the nets. Their main focus is to focus on the game and execute the plans and I am doing the same as well,” Praful said while answering WION.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 24-year-old fearless prodigy also spoke about working with Varun Aaron, who has played a key role in his transformation. Varun is currently serving as the bowling coach of the side while working with Praful and other quicks in the SRH ranks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Being a fast bowler, Varun’s advice plays a key role for me and he has been vital. I get to learn a lot of things from him. He is very open to discussions while in nets and during the matches. Plus, knowing the conditions well on different pitches in India has helped me a lot while working with Varun,” Praful added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>SRH are next in action on Saturday (April 25) when they face Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Both teams are flying high and have momentum on their side. A win for SRH will see them go in double figures for points and a giant step towards the IPL 2026 Playoffs.</p>

Having been bought for ₹30 lakh during the IPL 2026 auction, the Vidarbha-born pacer Praful Hinge made a name for himself on his debut. On 13 April 2026, he made his debut against the Rajasthan Royals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) have picked form at the right time in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) as they look to build momentum in the race for the Playoffs. Now with eight points from seven matches, SRH are fourth in the standings and will look to book their place in the semis. Ahead of the crucial run-in, SRH pacer Praful Hinge opened up on his journey and how head coach Daniel Vettori has helped him develop during the course of the season. Praful opens up on journey Having been bought for ₹30 lakh during the IPL 2026 auction, the Vidarbha-born pacer made a name for himself on his debut. On 13 April 2026, he made his debut against the Rajasthan Royals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. In his first over, he dismissed Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, and Lhuan-dre Pretorius, becoming the first player to take three wickets in his opening over on IPL debut. While speaking in the JioStar Press Room, Praful was vocal about head coach Daniel Vettori, who has played a key role in the team’s rise. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL “Both Vettori and Pat Cummins have been very open with me and have advised me to stick to the game. They have been advised to enjoy the game and process while working hard in the nets. Their main focus is to focus on the game and execute the plans and I am doing the same as well,” Praful said while answering WION. The 24-year-old fearless prodigy also spoke about working with Varun Aaron, who has played a key role in his transformation. Varun is currently serving as the bowling coach of the side while working with Praful and other quicks in the SRH ranks. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions “Being a fast bowler, Varun’s advice plays a key role for me and he has been vital. I get to learn a lot of things from him. He is very open to discussions while in nets and during the matches. Plus, knowing the conditions well on different pitches in India has helped me a lot while working with Varun,” Praful added. SRH are next in action on Saturday (April 25) when they face Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Both teams are flying high and have momentum on their side. A win for SRH will see them go in double figures for points and a giant step towards the IPL 2026 Playoffs.

<p>Having been bought for ₹30 lakh during the IPL 2026 auction, the Vidarbha-born pacer Praful Hinge made a name for himself on his debut. On 13 April 2026, he made his debut against the Rajasthan Royals at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.</p>

IPL 2026: SRH rising star Praful Hinge admires Daniel Vettori, Pat Cummins, says ' they advise to enjoy the game'

<p>Abhishek Sharma scored 135 not out against Delhi Capitals (DC) on Tuesday (Apr 21), his second IPL hundred, and entered the record books for his effort. Thanks to Abhishek, SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) posted 242/3 in 20 overs, which proved 47 runs too many for DC in the end. With the century, Abhishek became the first batter in IPL history to have two individual scores of 130+ runs. During his previous century, which came against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, he scored 141 - third highest individual score in the tournament history behind Chris Gayle (175 not out in IPL 2013) and Brendon McCullum (158 not out in IPL 2008). Notably, only seven times a batter has crossed 130-run mark in IPL and Abhishek accounts for two of those seven times.</p><h2>Abhishek Sharma now in league of his own in IPL 2026</h2><p>Known for his aggressive batting style, Abhishek climbed the batting charts with his century on Tuesday (Apr 21) vs DC. In his unbeaten innings of 68-ball 135, Abhishek hit 10 sixes and 10 fours, scoring 100 runs off boundaries only. Below are his IPL 2026 numbers:</p><ul><li>Abhishek currently holds the orange cap for most runs (323) in the tournament - three runs more than his SRH teammate Heinrich Klaasen (320).</li><li>Abhishek has hit most sixes (27) in the tournament so far including 10 vs DC - the most in an innings in IPL 2026. Next best is RCB skipper Rajat Patidar with 22 maximums.</li><li>Abhishek has joint-most fifty-plus scores (3) along with Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, and Klaasen. Although, only he has one hundred to go with two fifties while others have three fifties each.</li><li>Abhishek's 135 not out is also the highest individual score in the IPL 2026 so far and his overall strike rate of 215 is third best behind Priyansh Arya (248) and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (236.53).</li></ul><h2>Which batters have scored 130+ runs in an IPL innings?</h2><p>Abhishek Sharma is one of the six batters to score 130+ runs in an IPL innings and the only one to do so two times out of a total seven. Below are the batters who have crossed 130-run mark in an IPL innings:</p><p><strong>Chris Gayle</strong> - He scored 175 not out for RCB vs now-defunct Pune Warriors Indians (PWI) in IPL 2023.<br><strong>Brendon McCullum</strong> - He scored 158 not out for Kolkata Knight Rides (KKR) vs RCB in inaugural match of the tournament in IPL 2008.<br><strong>Abhishek Sharma</strong> - He hit 141 for SRH vs PBKS in IPL 2025.<br><strong>Quinton de Kock</strong> - The Protea batters scored 140 not out for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs KKR in IPL 2022.<br><strong>Abhishek Sharma</strong> - His 135 not out vs Delhi Capital in IPL 2026 is the second time he crossed 130-run mark in an innings.<br><strong>AB de Villiers</strong> - The South African batter scored 133 not out for RCB vs Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025.<br><strong>KL Rahul</strong> - The only Indian batter other than Abhishek in list, he scored 132 not out for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) vs RCB in IPL 2020.</p>

With the century, Abhishek became the first batter in IPL history to have two individual scores of 130+ runs. During his previous century, which came against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, he scored 141. Only 7 times a batter has crossed 130-run mark in IPL and Abhishek accounts for two of them.

Abhishek Sharma scored 135 not out against Delhi Capitals (DC) on Tuesday (Apr 21), his second IPL hundred, and entered the record books for his effort. Thanks to Abhishek, SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) posted 242/3 in 20 overs, which proved 47 runs too many for DC in the end. With the century, Abhishek became the first batter in IPL history to have two individual scores of 130+ runs. During his previous century, which came against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, he scored 141 - third highest individual score in the tournament history behind Chris Gayle (175 not out in IPL 2013) and Brendon McCullum (158 not out in IPL 2008). Notably, only seven times a batter has crossed 130-run mark in IPL and Abhishek accounts for two of those seven times. Abhishek Sharma now in league of his own in IPL 2026 Known for his aggressive batting style, Abhishek climbed the batting charts with his century on Tuesday (Apr 21) vs DC. In his unbeaten innings of 68-ball 135, Abhishek hit 10 sixes and 10 fours, scoring 100 runs off boundaries only. Below are his IPL 2026 numbers: Abhishek currently holds the orange cap for most runs (323) in the tournament - three runs more than his SRH teammate Heinrich Klaasen (320). Abhishek has hit most sixes (27) in the tournament so far including 10 vs DC - the most in an innings in IPL 2026. Next best is RCB skipper Rajat Patidar with 22 maximums. Abhishek has joint-most fifty-plus scores (3) along with Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, and Klaasen. Although, only he has one hundred to go with two fifties while others have three fifties each. Abhishek's 135 not out is also the highest individual score in the IPL 2026 so far and his overall strike rate of 215 is third best behind Priyansh Arya (248) and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (236.53). Which batters have scored 130+ runs in an IPL innings? Abhishek Sharma is one of the six batters to score 130+ runs in an IPL innings and the only one to do so two times out of a total seven. Below are the batters who have crossed 130-run mark in an IPL innings: Chris Gayle - He scored 175 not out for RCB vs now-defunct Pune Warriors Indians (PWI) in IPL 2023. Brendon McCullum - He scored 158 not out for Kolkata Knight Rides (KKR) vs RCB in inaugural match of the tournament in IPL 2008. Abhishek Sharma - He hit 141 for SRH vs PBKS in IPL 2025. Quinton de Kock - The Protea batters scored 140 not out for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs KKR in IPL 2022. Abhishek Sharma - His 135 not out vs Delhi Capital in IPL 2026 is the second time he crossed 130-run mark in an innings. AB de Villiers - The South African batter scored 133 not out for RCB vs Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025. KL Rahul - The only Indian batter other than Abhishek in list, he scored 132 not out for Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) vs RCB in IPL 2020.

<p>With the century, Abhishek became the first batter in IPL history to have two individual scores of 130+ runs. During his previous century, which came against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, he scored 141. Only 7 times a batter has crossed 130-run mark in IPL and Abhishek accounts for two of them.</p>

IPL 2026 | Abhishek Sharma's historic 135 not out vs DC takes him ahead of all batters

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

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

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

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

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

<p>Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins is expected to return to India around Apr 17 to rejoin his squad, provided he clears a fitness assessment in Australia. The Australian captain is scheduled to undergo the test on Wednesday and a positive result could see him back in action for SRH soon after.</p><p>Cummins has been managing a back issue since July last year, which ruled him out of the T20 World Cup 2026 and apart from a single Ashes Test in December, he has mainly been sidelined, raising concerns for both his national side and his IPL franchise due to his importance as a strike bowler and leader.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to media reports, Cummins is likely to clear a fitness test and receive clearance from Cricket Australia. If all goes as planned, he could arrive in Hyderabad just ahead of SRH’s home fixture on Apr 18.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Cummins, the captain of Australia, will undergo a fitness test on Wednesday back home, and if he clears it—there is an element of optimism in the franchise—there is a chance he could start playing for them. Cummins is expected to be back in Hyderabad on April 17. SRH play their next match on Friday (April 18) at home,” the report said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-csk-vs-kkr-ms-dhoni-net-session-sparks-comeback-hopes-will-he-feature-against-kolkata-dewald-brevis-1776171055331"><strong>IPL 2026: MS Dhoni’s net session sparks comeback hopes; will he feature against KKR?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The 32-year-old had initially linked up with the squad on Mar 27 before their opening game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru but returned to Australia on Apr 4 following the match against Kolkata Knight Riders for further scans.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Before the start of the season, Cummins had indicated that he was targeting a return in the latter half of the tournament.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/blessing-muzarabani-banned-by-pcb-after-choosing-ipl-over-pakistan-league-1776162616382"><strong>Blessing Muzarabani banned by PCB after choosing IPL over Pakistan league</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I’m back bowling. I’m bowling basically every third day at the moment. We’ve mapped out a plan to get me right by the middle of the tournament. So hopefully, if nothing goes wrong, I’ll play the back half, plus the final,” Cummins was quoted as saying.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cummins potential comeback is timely for Hyderabad, especially after promising performances from domestic bowlers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, who both claimed four wickets in a comfortable 57-run win over Rajasthan Royals.</p>

Pat Cummins is likely to return to India by Apr 17 after undergoing a fitness test in Australia, which will decide his availability for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing IPL season.

Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Pat Cummins is expected to return to India around Apr 17 to rejoin his squad, provided he clears a fitness assessment in Australia. The Australian captain is scheduled to undergo the test on Wednesday and a positive result could see him back in action for SRH soon after. Cummins has been managing a back issue since July last year, which ruled him out of the T20 World Cup 2026 and apart from a single Ashes Test in December, he has mainly been sidelined, raising concerns for both his national side and his IPL franchise due to his importance as a strike bowler and leader. According to media reports, Cummins is likely to clear a fitness test and receive clearance from Cricket Australia. If all goes as planned, he could arrive in Hyderabad just ahead of SRH’s home fixture on Apr 18. “Cummins, the captain of Australia, will undergo a fitness test on Wednesday back home, and if he clears it—there is an element of optimism in the franchise—there is a chance he could start playing for them. Cummins is expected to be back in Hyderabad on April 17. SRH play their next match on Friday (April 18) at home,” the report said. Also Read - IPL 2026: MS Dhoni’s net session sparks comeback hopes; will he feature against KKR? The 32-year-old had initially linked up with the squad on Mar 27 before their opening game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru but returned to Australia on Apr 4 following the match against Kolkata Knight Riders for further scans. Before the start of the season, Cummins had indicated that he was targeting a return in the latter half of the tournament. Also Read - Blessing Muzarabani banned by PCB after choosing IPL over Pakistan league “I’m back bowling. I’m bowling basically every third day at the moment. We’ve mapped out a plan to get me right by the middle of the tournament. So hopefully, if nothing goes wrong, I’ll play the back half, plus the final,” Cummins was quoted as saying. Cummins potential comeback is timely for Hyderabad, especially after promising performances from domestic bowlers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, who both claimed four wickets in a comfortable 57-run win over Rajasthan Royals.

<p>Pat Cummins is likely to return to India by Apr 17 after undergoing a fitness test in Australia, which will decide his availability for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing IPL season.</p>

IPL 2026: SRH get major boost with Pat Cummins expected to join on April 17

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) won the IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Monday (Apr 13) at Hyderabad by 57 runs. The match was turned around for SRH by young pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, both of whom took four wickets each on their IPL debut. Batting first, SRH scored 216/6 in 20 overs on the back of skipper Ishan Kishan's 91. RR, which were unbeaten in the tournament so far, were 9/5 inside three overs in the chase and could never recover from the damage and were bowled out on 159 in 20 overs. Despite the loss, RR remain on top of points table with 8 points from four wins and one loss in 5 matches while SRH move to fourth place with 4 points from two wins and three losses in five matches.</p><h2>SRH debut bowlers finish the game off inside three overs</h2><p>RR's chase of 217 vs SRH couldn't have gone any more awry - Praful Hinge - bowling the first over of innings - dismissed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with bouncer for a golden duck, clean bowled Dhuv Jurel two balls later and finished with the wicket of Lhuan-dre Pretorius - all in one over. This is the first time a bowler has taken three wickets in first over of the IPL innings, let alone on debut.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/srh-vs-rr-ipl-2026-praful-hinge-on-dream-debut-i-told-people-i-will-dismiss-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-on-a-bouncer-4-for-34-sakib-hussain-1776106829389">Praful Hinge on IPL debut: ‘I told people I will dismiss Vaibhav on a bouncer’</a></p><p>Sakib Hussain, Hinge's partner in debut, removed Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second over before RR skipper Riyan Paran also was sent back to dugout by Hinge in next over. At 9/5, RR needed a miracle which never arrived. Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja added 118 runs for the sixth wicket before Hussain dismissed Ferreira on 69 off 44. RR were eventually bowled out for 159 as Hinge and Hussain took 4/34 and 4/24, respectively to hand SRH a 57-run win.</p><h2>Kishan holds innings with 91</h2><p>RR started the match with Jofra Archer dismissing Abhishek Sharma for a golden-duck, putting the stadium in silent mode but skipper Ishan Kishan showed the mettle and held the innings together. Kishan added 55 runs with Travis Head (18) and 88 with Heinrich Klaasen (40 off 26) before being dismissed on 91 off 44 balls. Nitish Reddy (28 off 13) and Salil Arora (24 off 13) took the SRH to past 200 and finished on 216/6 in 20 overs.</p>

SRH won by 57 runs, thanks to young pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, both of whom took four wickets each on their IPL debut. Batting first, SRH scored 216/6 in 20 overs, while RR, unbeaten so far, were 9/5 inside three overs in the chase and were bowled out on 159 in 20 overs.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) won the IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Monday (Apr 13) at Hyderabad by 57 runs. The match was turned around for SRH by young pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, both of whom took four wickets each on their IPL debut. Batting first, SRH scored 216/6 in 20 overs on the back of skipper Ishan Kishan's 91. RR, which were unbeaten in the tournament so far, were 9/5 inside three overs in the chase and could never recover from the damage and were bowled out on 159 in 20 overs. Despite the loss, RR remain on top of points table with 8 points from four wins and one loss in 5 matches while SRH move to fourth place with 4 points from two wins and three losses in five matches. SRH debut bowlers finish the game off inside three overs RR's chase of 217 vs SRH couldn't have gone any more awry - Praful Hinge - bowling the first over of innings - dismissed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with bouncer for a golden duck, clean bowled Dhuv Jurel two balls later and finished with the wicket of Lhuan-dre Pretorius - all in one over. This is the first time a bowler has taken three wickets in first over of the IPL innings, let alone on debut. Also Read - Praful Hinge on IPL debut: ‘I told people I will dismiss Vaibhav on a bouncer’ Sakib Hussain, Hinge's partner in debut, removed Yashasvi Jaiswal in the second over before RR skipper Riyan Paran also was sent back to dugout by Hinge in next over. At 9/5, RR needed a miracle which never arrived. Donovan Ferreira and Ravindra Jadeja added 118 runs for the sixth wicket before Hussain dismissed Ferreira on 69 off 44. RR were eventually bowled out for 159 as Hinge and Hussain took 4/34 and 4/24, respectively to hand SRH a 57-run win. Kishan holds innings with 91 RR started the match with Jofra Archer dismissing Abhishek Sharma for a golden-duck, putting the stadium in silent mode but skipper Ishan Kishan showed the mettle and held the innings together. Kishan added 55 runs with Travis Head (18) and 88 with Heinrich Klaasen (40 off 26) before being dismissed on 91 off 44 balls. Nitish Reddy (28 off 13) and Salil Arora (24 off 13) took the SRH to past 200 and finished on 216/6 in 20 overs.

<p>SRH won by 57 runs, thanks to young pacers Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, both of whom took four wickets each on their IPL debut. Batting first, SRH scored 216/6 in 20 overs, while RR, unbeaten so far, were 9/5 inside three overs in the chase and were bowled out on 159 in 20 overs.</p>

Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between SunRisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals? check result

<p>Entertainment was at its peak in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) contest between hosts Punjab Kings (PBKS) and SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) as it served another high-scoring thriller. Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS beat SRH by six wickets to maintain their unbeaten streak in IPL 2026. Chasing 220 runs to win, PBKS batters were in impressive form as they helped their side win the match with seven balls to spare.</p><h2><strong>PBKS chase down 220</strong></h2><p>Openers Priyansh Arya, who hit 57 from 20 balls, and Prabhsimran Singh (51) set up Punjab's chase of 220 in a stand of 99 before Iyer played anchor and then bossed the opposition bowling in Chandigarh. It was Punjab's 10th chase of over 200 in the T20 tournament.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Punjab registered their third win in four matches to stay unbeaten in this edition of the 10-team tournament. They shared one point with the Kolkata Knight Riders in one rain-affected match. Left-handed Arya came out roaring as he hit a string of fours and sixes to dominate the first six overs of powerplay with good support from Prabhsimran. But the two departed in quick succession to left-arm wrist spinner Shivang Kumar, who also dismissed Cooper Connolly for 11 to finish with 33/3.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Those wickets dented the chase, but Iyer steadied the ship with his well-crafted knock as he put on 69 with impact substitute Nehal Wadhera. Iyer changed gears after the 14th over and reached his fifty off 24 balls as Punjab closed in on their target despite Wadhera missing a straight one from Harsh Dubey to be bowled for 14. Shashank Singh joined the captain and hit the winning four in his unbeaten 14 to cap off a fine all-round show after he returned bowling figures of 20/2.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in SRH innings?</strong></h2><p>Earlier, Hyderabad posted 219/6 after openers Abhishek Sharma, who hit 74 off 28 balls, and Travis Head (38) put on 120 for the first wicket. Abhishek tore into the opposition attack and raised his fifty off 18 balls. His 74 included eight sixes and five fours. Australian batter Head joined in the charge with hits all around the ground.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Medium-pace bowler Shashank slowed the momentum by removing both openers in &nbsp;three balls in his first over, with Head mishitting to long-on and Abhishek holing out to deep extra cover. Heinrich Klaasen attempted to get things moving again with his 33-ball 39 with some help from skipper Ishan Kishan, who hit 27, but Hyderabad suffered from regular fall of wickets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, Punjab Kings (PBKS) beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) by six wickets to maintain their unbeaten streak in IPL 2026.

Entertainment was at its peak in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) contest between hosts Punjab Kings (PBKS) and SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) as it served another high-scoring thriller. Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS beat SRH by six wickets to maintain their unbeaten streak in IPL 2026. Chasing 220 runs to win, PBKS batters were in impressive form as they helped their side win the match with seven balls to spare. PBKS chase down 220 Openers Priyansh Arya, who hit 57 from 20 balls, and Prabhsimran Singh (51) set up Punjab's chase of 220 in a stand of 99 before Iyer played anchor and then bossed the opposition bowling in Chandigarh. It was Punjab's 10th chase of over 200 in the T20 tournament. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Punjab registered their third win in four matches to stay unbeaten in this edition of the 10-team tournament. They shared one point with the Kolkata Knight Riders in one rain-affected match. Left-handed Arya came out roaring as he hit a string of fours and sixes to dominate the first six overs of powerplay with good support from Prabhsimran. But the two departed in quick succession to left-arm wrist spinner Shivang Kumar, who also dismissed Cooper Connolly for 11 to finish with 33/3. Those wickets dented the chase, but Iyer steadied the ship with his well-crafted knock as he put on 69 with impact substitute Nehal Wadhera. Iyer changed gears after the 14th over and reached his fifty off 24 balls as Punjab closed in on their target despite Wadhera missing a straight one from Harsh Dubey to be bowled for 14. Shashank Singh joined the captain and hit the winning four in his unbeaten 14 to cap off a fine all-round show after he returned bowling figures of 20/2. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions What happened in SRH innings? Earlier, Hyderabad posted 219/6 after openers Abhishek Sharma, who hit 74 off 28 balls, and Travis Head (38) put on 120 for the first wicket. Abhishek tore into the opposition attack and raised his fifty off 18 balls. His 74 included eight sixes and five fours. Australian batter Head joined in the charge with hits all around the ground. Medium-pace bowler Shashank slowed the momentum by removing both openers in three balls in his first over, with Head mishitting to long-on and Abhishek holing out to deep extra cover. Heinrich Klaasen attempted to get things moving again with his 33-ball 39 with some help from skipper Ishan Kishan, who hit 27, but Hyderabad suffered from regular fall of wickets.

<p>Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, Punjab Kings (PBKS) beat SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) by six wickets to maintain their unbeaten streak in IPL 2026.</p>

IPL 2026: Ruthless Punjab continue winning streak, beat Hyderabad in high-scoring thriller

<p>Undefeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) took the field on Saturday (April 11) as they faced SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) at home. Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS players were seen wearing black armbands. The 2025 IPL runners-up wore black armbands in solidarity with the victims of the Vrindavan boat tragedy, where at least 10 people lost their lives.</p>

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<h2><strong>PBKS wear black armbands</strong></h2><p>“Punjab Kings players wore black armbands during today's match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, on Saturday, as a mark of respect for those affected by the tragic boat accident in Vrindavan. The franchise stands in solidarity with the grieving families and the community during this difficult time,” PBKS wrote on its social media handle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A tragedy unfolded in the Mathura district on Friday afternoon when a group of over 30 visitors, mostly from Jagraon town in Ludhiana, hired the boat at Keshi Ghat for a joyride. Ten people lost their lives, while 22 others were rescued after a pilgrimage turned tragic for visitors, primarily from Punjab, after their boat capsized in the Yamuna River in Vrindavan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>To show support and solidarity for the devotees from Punjab, the franchise decided to wear black armbands. All players on the field, including captain Shreyas Iyer, paid their tribute to the victims while others also joined hands.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in the match?</strong></h2><p>Entertainment was at its peak as SRH and PBKS served another high-scoring thriller. Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS beat SRH by six wickets to maintain their unbeaten streak in IPL 2026. Chasing 220 runs to win, PBKS batters were in impressive form as they helped their side win the match with seven balls to spare.</p>

Playing at the PCA Satdium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS players were seen wearing black armbands. The 2025 IPL runners-up wore black armbands in solidarity with the victims of the Vrindavan boat tragedy, where at least 10 people lost their lives.

Undefeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) took the field on Saturday (April 11) as they faced SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) at home. Playing at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS players were seen wearing black armbands. The 2025 IPL runners-up wore black armbands in solidarity with the victims of the Vrindavan boat tragedy, where at least 10 people lost their lives.

<p>Playing at the PCA Satdium, Mullanpur in New Chandigarh, PBKS players were seen wearing black armbands. The 2025 IPL runners-up wore black armbands in solidarity with the victims of the Vrindavan boat tragedy, where at least 10 people lost their lives.</p>

IPL 2026: Punjab Kings pay tribute to Vrindavan tragedy victims, wear black armbands vs SRH in solidarity

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) have made a slow start to the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season as they look to bounce back from early setbacks. With one win in three matches, SRH will be eager to make a statement as they face PBKS on Saturday (April 11). One of the reasons for the team’s slow start to the season is missing out on the absence of captain Pat Cummins, who recently returned to Australia due to a lumbar bone stress injury to his back.</p><h2><strong>Klaasen opens up on Cummins</strong></h2><p>Speaking to WION’s Aditya Pimpale, star batter Heinrich Klaasen opened up on Cummins, who remains a key member of the side. Despite arriving in India for the IPL 2026, the Australian captain had to return for scans and if all goes well, he will be back in India for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season. Klaasen highlighted Cummins’ importance in the side and why he remains a vital member of the SRH squad if they are to win their first IPL title in 10 years.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Pat Cummins is a big miss, but we've got heaps of experience in the room as well. I think Ishan has been doing a great job for us, and the team really responds to him. Especially the Indian players. We're in safe hands, we're in good hands as well,” Klaasen spoke on JioStar Press Room ahead of IPL 2026 - Rivalry Week, starting from 12th to 18th April.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“On the other hand, Daniel Vettori has been incredible as well. So I don't think it's a big worry for us or a big concern to miss out on Cummins. Obviously, a guy with this experience and his leadership role is a big miss in any team,” Klaasen added.</p><h2><strong>SRH to face PBKS on Saturday</strong></h2><p>SRH are next in action on Saturday when they take on undefeated PBKS at the New Chandigarh Stadium. So far, SRH have endured a poor start, winning just one of three matches, losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Their sole win came against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), which was at the Eden Gardens. A win on Saturday will see them have two wins from four matches and settle in the mid-table.</p>

One of the reasons for SRH's slow start to the season is missing out on the absence of captain Pat Cummins, who recently returned to Australia due to a lumbar bone stress injury to his back.

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) have made a slow start to the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) season as they look to bounce back from early setbacks. With one win in three matches, SRH will be eager to make a statement as they face PBKS on Saturday (April 11). One of the reasons for the team’s slow start to the season is missing out on the absence of captain Pat Cummins, who recently returned to Australia due to a lumbar bone stress injury to his back. Klaasen opens up on Cummins Speaking to WION’s Aditya Pimpale, star batter Heinrich Klaasen opened up on Cummins, who remains a key member of the side. Despite arriving in India for the IPL 2026, the Australian captain had to return for scans and if all goes well, he will be back in India for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season. Klaasen highlighted Cummins’ importance in the side and why he remains a vital member of the SRH squad if they are to win their first IPL title in 10 years. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL “Pat Cummins is a big miss, but we've got heaps of experience in the room as well. I think Ishan has been doing a great job for us, and the team really responds to him. Especially the Indian players. We're in safe hands, we're in good hands as well,” Klaasen spoke on JioStar Press Room ahead of IPL 2026 - Rivalry Week, starting from 12th to 18th April. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions “On the other hand, Daniel Vettori has been incredible as well. So I don't think it's a big worry for us or a big concern to miss out on Cummins. Obviously, a guy with this experience and his leadership role is a big miss in any team,” Klaasen added. SRH to face PBKS on Saturday SRH are next in action on Saturday when they take on undefeated PBKS at the New Chandigarh Stadium. So far, SRH have endured a poor start, winning just one of three matches, losing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Their sole win came against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), which was at the Eden Gardens. A win on Saturday will see them have two wins from four matches and settle in the mid-table.

<p>One of the reasons for SRH's slow start to the season is missing out on the absence of captain Pat Cummins, who recently returned to Australia due to a lumbar bone stress injury to his back.</p>

IPL 2026: SRH star Heinrich Klaasen underlines Pat Cummins' importance, says 'he is a big miss'

<p>Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) broke the duck on the points table on Sunday (April 5) as they beat hosts SunRisers Hyderabad by five wickets while playing at the Rajeev Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Rishabh Pant (unbeaten 68) and Mohammed Shami’s acute bowling performance saw the visitors grab two points. On the other hand, the star batting trio of Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Ishan Kishan failed to impress as SRH lost their opening home match of the season.</p><h2><strong>LSG down SRH in Hyderabad</strong></h2><p>Pace bowler Shami's inspirational opening spell had Hyderabad tottering at 26-4 before the home team reached 156-9 at the Uppal stadium. Lucknow started strongly but wobbled in the middle phase before the left-handed Pant kept calm to steer the team home with one ball to spare for their first win of the season in two matches. Aiden Markram's 45 off 27 balls set up the chase, but Lucknow lost quick wickets, including impact substitute Ayush Badoni, stumped for 12, and Nicholas Pooran, run out for one.</p><p>Needing nine off the final over, Pant, a wicketkeeper-batter, hit three fours, including the winning boundary off Jaydev Unadkat.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Shami stood out after he took down Hyderabad's dangerous openers Abhishek Sharma, for a duck, and Travis Head, for seven, on successive balls in his first two overs. He had Sharma caught at short third off the last delivery of his opener and Head then taken at mid-off from the first ball of his second over.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India's veteran quick Shami has 462 international wickets across three formats, but has fallen off the radar of national selectors despite consistently strong domestic performances. The 35-year-old Shami last played for India in the final of the 2025 ODI Champions Trophy in Dubai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>England's Liam Livingstone avoided the hat-trick but soon fell for 14 after skipper Ishan Kishan was bowled for one before Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy hit back. Klaasen top-scored with 62 and Reddy hit 56 off 33 balls as the two put on 116 runs in a counter-attacking stand that gave Hyderabad a fighting chance. But once the two departed, Hyderabad's batting fell apart as fast bowlers Prince Yadav and Avesh Khan finished with two wickets each, providing able support to Shami.</p>

Rishabh Pant (unbeaten 68) and Mohammed Shami’s acute bowling performance saw the visitors grab two points. On the other hand, the star batting trio of Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Ishan Kishan failed to impress as SRH lost their opening home match of the season.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) broke the duck on the points table on Sunday (April 5) as they beat hosts SunRisers Hyderabad by five wickets while playing at the Rajeev Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Rishabh Pant (unbeaten 68) and Mohammed Shami’s acute bowling performance saw the visitors grab two points. On the other hand, the star batting trio of Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Ishan Kishan failed to impress as SRH lost their opening home match of the season. LSG down SRH in Hyderabad Pace bowler Shami's inspirational opening spell had Hyderabad tottering at 26-4 before the home team reached 156-9 at the Uppal stadium. Lucknow started strongly but wobbled in the middle phase before the left-handed Pant kept calm to steer the team home with one ball to spare for their first win of the season in two matches. Aiden Markram's 45 off 27 balls set up the chase, but Lucknow lost quick wickets, including impact substitute Ayush Badoni, stumped for 12, and Nicholas Pooran, run out for one. Needing nine off the final over, Pant, a wicketkeeper-batter, hit three fours, including the winning boundary off Jaydev Unadkat. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Shami stood out after he took down Hyderabad's dangerous openers Abhishek Sharma, for a duck, and Travis Head, for seven, on successive balls in his first two overs. He had Sharma caught at short third off the last delivery of his opener and Head then taken at mid-off from the first ball of his second over. India's veteran quick Shami has 462 international wickets across three formats, but has fallen off the radar of national selectors despite consistently strong domestic performances. The 35-year-old Shami last played for India in the final of the 2025 ODI Champions Trophy in Dubai. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL England's Liam Livingstone avoided the hat-trick but soon fell for 14 after skipper Ishan Kishan was bowled for one before Heinrich Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy hit back. Klaasen top-scored with 62 and Reddy hit 56 off 33 balls as the two put on 116 runs in a counter-attacking stand that gave Hyderabad a fighting chance. But once the two departed, Hyderabad's batting fell apart as fast bowlers Prince Yadav and Avesh Khan finished with two wickets each, providing able support to Shami.

<p>Rishabh Pant (unbeaten 68) and Mohammed Shami’s acute bowling performance saw the visitors grab two points. On the other hand, the star batting trio of Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head and Ishan Kishan failed to impress as SRH lost their opening home match of the season.</p>

IPL 2026: Shami, Pant fire LSG to first win of season as SRH batters struggle on home turf

<p>Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) slumped to back-to-back defeats in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on Thursday (April 2) as they lost to SunRisers Hyderabad(SRH) on home soil. Playing in their first home match of the IPL 2026 season at iconic Eden Gardens Stadium, SRH defeated KKR by 65 runs to register their first win of the season, having lost to Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the curtain-raiser clash on Saturday. Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen were the stars of the show with the bat for SRH, while Jaydev Unadkat scalped three wickets with the ball.</p><h2><strong>SRH register first win</strong></h2><p>Both teams came into the match after a defeat in their opening outings, but 2016 winners Hyderabad executed their plans to perfection. Kolkata's New Zealand import Finn Allen struck three fours and two sixes off David Payne in the first over of the chase to get them off to a blistering start. But after a seven-ball 28, Allen departed in the second over and despite wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi's 52, the Kolkata chase fizzled out.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Left-arm quick Jaydev Unadkat took three wickets, including two in two balls, to bowl out Kolkata with four overs left unused as Hyderabad bounced back.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in SRH innings?</strong></h2><p>Australia's Head hit 46 off 21 balls and, along with Abhishek, who clobbered a 21-ball 48, laid the foundations for Hyderabad's 226-8 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. Hyderabad then bowled out three-time winners Kolkata for 161 in 16 overs to register their first points after losing their opener to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Head and Abhishek put on 82 runs for the first wicket as the two tore into the opposition attack and hit 10 fours and seven sixes between them.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen top-scored with 52 after Kolkata lost three quick wickets, including skipper Ishan Kishan, for 14, and Abhishek in one over from Blessing Muzarabani, who finished with 4-41. Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy, who made 39, put on 82 for the fifth wicket to help Hyderabad finish on a high.</p>

Playing in their first home match of the IPL 2026 season at iconic Eden Gardens Stadium, SRH defeated KKR by 65 runs to register their first win of the season, having lost to Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the curtain-raiser clash on Saturday. 

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) slumped to back-to-back defeats in the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) on Thursday (April 2) as they lost to SunRisers Hyderabad(SRH) on home soil. Playing in their first home match of the IPL 2026 season at iconic Eden Gardens Stadium, SRH defeated KKR by 65 runs to register their first win of the season, having lost to Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the curtain-raiser clash on Saturday. Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen were the stars of the show with the bat for SRH, while Jaydev Unadkat scalped three wickets with the ball. SRH register first win Both teams came into the match after a defeat in their opening outings, but 2016 winners Hyderabad executed their plans to perfection. Kolkata's New Zealand import Finn Allen struck three fours and two sixes off David Payne in the first over of the chase to get them off to a blistering start. But after a seven-ball 28, Allen departed in the second over and despite wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi's 52, the Kolkata chase fizzled out. Left-arm quick Jaydev Unadkat took three wickets, including two in two balls, to bowl out Kolkata with four overs left unused as Hyderabad bounced back. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions What happened in SRH innings? Australia's Head hit 46 off 21 balls and, along with Abhishek, who clobbered a 21-ball 48, laid the foundations for Hyderabad's 226-8 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. Hyderabad then bowled out three-time winners Kolkata for 161 in 16 overs to register their first points after losing their opener to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Head and Abhishek put on 82 runs for the first wicket as the two tore into the opposition attack and hit 10 fours and seven sixes between them. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen top-scored with 52 after Kolkata lost three quick wickets, including skipper Ishan Kishan, for 14, and Abhishek in one over from Blessing Muzarabani, who finished with 4-41. Klaasen and Nitish Kumar Reddy, who made 39, put on 82 for the fifth wicket to help Hyderabad finish on a high.

<p>Playing in their first home match of the IPL 2026 season at iconic Eden Gardens Stadium, SRH defeated KKR by 65 runs to register their first win of the season, having lost to Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the curtain-raiser clash on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

IPL 2026: Klaasen, Abhishek help SRH register first win as KKR slump to back-to-back defeats

<p>SunRisers Hyderabad coach Daniel Vettori has cleared the air on captain Pat Cummins’ availability as the 2016 winners start their Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) campaign on Saturday (Mar 28). Cummins, who will miss the initial stage of the season with a lumbar stress injury, is likely to be back in April. However, no definite date has been set for the return, with SRH management ready to take their time and not rush the return.</p><h2><strong>Vettori clears air on Cummins return</strong></h2><p>"His fitness has been exceptional because he's been out of the game for an extended period of time, so he's had that time to work on that fitness, a real block of work around strength and conditioning. The only challenge for him was the bowling loads,” Vettori said in a press conference on Friday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"So once he got the all clear from Cricket Australia to build those bowling loads, it's obviously a bit of a painstaking process to get the lungs up to where he feels confident and strong about bowling. Hopefully, we can get a definitive timeline, probably in the next 10-12 days, around when he can return to play," Vettori added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Who will lead SRH in IPL 2026 opener?</strong></h2><p>With Pat Cummins missing the opening few matches, SRH will be led by Ishan Kishan, who gets the nod ahead of Travis Head. Ishan is fresh from the T20 World Cup victory and played a key role in India’s triumph at home. He will have added duties on his shoulders during the initial stage until Cummins makes his return. SRH enjoyed a stellar run in IPL 2024 and reached the final before being outclassed by the Kolkata Knight Riders.</p>

Pat Cummins, who will miss the initial stage of the season with a lumbar stress injury, is likely to be back in April. However, no definite date has been set for the return, with SRH management ready to take their time and not rush the return.

SunRisers Hyderabad coach Daniel Vettori has cleared the air on captain Pat Cummins’ availability as the 2016 winners start their Indian Premier League (IPL 2026) campaign on Saturday (Mar 28). Cummins, who will miss the initial stage of the season with a lumbar stress injury, is likely to be back in April. However, no definite date has been set for the return, with SRH management ready to take their time and not rush the return. Vettori clears air on Cummins return "His fitness has been exceptional because he's been out of the game for an extended period of time, so he's had that time to work on that fitness, a real block of work around strength and conditioning. The only challenge for him was the bowling loads,” Vettori said in a press conference on Friday. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL "So once he got the all clear from Cricket Australia to build those bowling loads, it's obviously a bit of a painstaking process to get the lungs up to where he feels confident and strong about bowling. Hopefully, we can get a definitive timeline, probably in the next 10-12 days, around when he can return to play," Vettori added. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions Who will lead SRH in IPL 2026 opener? With Pat Cummins missing the opening few matches, SRH will be led by Ishan Kishan, who gets the nod ahead of Travis Head. Ishan is fresh from the T20 World Cup victory and played a key role in India’s triumph at home. He will have added duties on his shoulders during the initial stage until Cummins makes his return. SRH enjoyed a stellar run in IPL 2024 and reached the final before being outclassed by the Kolkata Knight Riders.

<p>Pat Cummins, who will miss the initial stage of the season with a lumbar stress injury, is likely to be back in April. However, no definite date has been set for the return, with SRH management ready to take their time and not rush the return.</p>

IPL 2026: Daniel Vettori clears air on Pat Cummins' availability, says 'probably in the next...'

<p>Australia skipper Pat Cummins is the only foreign captain in the IPL and his late arrival in upcoming 2026 because of injury has ensured all 10 franchises are led by Indian players. Over the years, IPL has seen a change in appointing Indians as captain instead of relying on foreign players. Cummins, being one of the most successful international skipper, is of course an exception. He also revealed that the language could be a barrier for an international captain while talking to young local players for which he relies on senior Indian players. Cummins, however, acknowledged that most of Indian players, both capped and uncapped, speak great English.</p><h2>Cummins reveals barriers for international skippers in IPL</h2><p>"Most of the guys speak really great English, but some of them don't, and there are local dialects, so that can be a little bit of a barrier for an international captain," Cummins said recently on Business of Sport podcast.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-luckiest-player-of-ipl-the-west-indies-all-rounder-has-won-two-titles-without-making-his-debut-1749480986975">Luckiest player of IPL? WI all-rounder has two titles without making his debut</a></p><p>"Those guys (senior Indian players), you're leaning on anyway. We've got quite an experienced bowling group of local guys, so a few of the younger guys that come through that I don't know as well, particularly early on in a season, I'm definitely leaning on the local guys who do know them well - or even speak the language," he added on Ishan Kishan being the captain in his absence.</p><h2>Why Cummins is not playing in IPL 2026?</h2><p>The Aussie skipper is dealing with lumbar stress injury and still recovering. He last played the third Ashes Test since experiencing discomfort in July last year. He had planned to play the T20 World Cup 2026 but the recovery hit a set back. Nonetheless, Cummins hopes to come back for the second half of IPL as well as the final if recovery goes as per plan.</p><p>"I'm back bowling. I'm bowling basically every third day at the moment. We've mapped out a plan to get me right by [the] middle of the tournament, so hopefully, if nothing goes wrong, [I'll] play the back half plus the finals," confirmed Cummins.</p>

Over the years, IPL has seen a change in appointing Indians as captain instead of relying on foreign players. Cummins, being one of the most successful international skipper, is of course an exception. The Aussie skipper is dealing with lumbar stress injury and still recovering.

Australia skipper Pat Cummins is the only foreign captain in the IPL and his late arrival in upcoming 2026 because of injury has ensured all 10 franchises are led by Indian players. Over the years, IPL has seen a change in appointing Indians as captain instead of relying on foreign players. Cummins, being one of the most successful international skipper, is of course an exception. He also revealed that the language could be a barrier for an international captain while talking to young local players for which he relies on senior Indian players. Cummins, however, acknowledged that most of Indian players, both capped and uncapped, speak great English. Cummins reveals barriers for international skippers in IPL "Most of the guys speak really great English, but some of them don't, and there are local dialects, so that can be a little bit of a barrier for an international captain," Cummins said recently on Business of Sport podcast. Also Read - Luckiest player of IPL? WI all-rounder has two titles without making his debut "Those guys (senior Indian players), you're leaning on anyway. We've got quite an experienced bowling group of local guys, so a few of the younger guys that come through that I don't know as well, particularly early on in a season, I'm definitely leaning on the local guys who do know them well - or even speak the language," he added on Ishan Kishan being the captain in his absence. Why Cummins is not playing in IPL 2026? The Aussie skipper is dealing with lumbar stress injury and still recovering. He last played the third Ashes Test since experiencing discomfort in July last year. He had planned to play the T20 World Cup 2026 but the recovery hit a set back. Nonetheless, Cummins hopes to come back for the second half of IPL as well as the final if recovery goes as per plan. "I'm back bowling. I'm bowling basically every third day at the moment. We've mapped out a plan to get me right by [the] middle of the tournament, so hopefully, if nothing goes wrong, [I'll] play the back half plus the finals," confirmed Cummins.

<p>Over the years, IPL has seen a change in appointing Indians as captain instead of relying on foreign players. Cummins, being one of the most successful international skipper, is of course an exception. The Aussie skipper is dealing with lumbar stress injury and still recovering.</p>

IPL 2026 | Cummins reveals barriers for international captain and his potential return date for SRH

<p>Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed David Payne as a replacement for Jack Edwards, who will miss IPL 2026 due to a foot injury. The franchise acquired Payne for INR 1.5 crore, while Edwards was earlier picked up in the auction for INR 3 crore following a bidding contest with Chennai Super Kings. The 35-year-old has made just one appearance for England, featuring in an ODI against the Netherlands in Amstelveen in June 2022, where he bowled nine overs and took one wicket.</p><h2>Who is David Payne?</h2><p>David Alan Payne is an English left-arm fast-medium bowler who began his professional career with Gloucestershire in 2009. He also represented England at the Under-19 level and was part of the 2010 U-19 World Cup squad.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-rcb-suffer-major-blow-with-yash-dayal-pulling-out-for-personal-reasons-1774344939260"><strong>IPL 2026: RCB suffer major blow with Yash Dayal pulling out for personal reasons</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Payne has strong experience in T20 cricket, claiming 304 wickets in 233 matches. He is also Gloucestershire’s top wicket-taker in T20s and was the highest wicket-taker in the 2024 T20 Blast with 33 wickets in 17 matches.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He has also featured in other domestic leagues, including The Hundred for Welsh Fire, the Big Bash League (BBL) and the ILT20 for Desert Vipers. In the 2025-26 BBL final, he was named Player of the Match after taking three wickets for 18 runs, helping the Perth Scorchers clinch the title.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read - </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-3-b-s-to-beat-pressure-breath-balance-and-belief-harnoor-pannu-s-ipl-2026-formula-for-success-1774350034247"><strong>'3 B’s to beat pressure: Breath, balance and belief — Harnoor Pannu’s IPL 2026 formula for success</strong></a></p><h2>Update on SRH captaincy</h2><p>Meanwhile, the Orange Army has received a major boost ahead of their campaign, as their regular captain Pat Cummins is expected to join the SRH squad before their first IPL 2026 match against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Bengaluru. However, he will continue to manage his back injury, as Ishan Kishan likely to lead the team for the first five or six games.</p>

Sunrisers Hyderabad will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Mar 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have signed David Payne as a replacement for Jack Edwards, who will miss IPL 2026 due to a foot injury. The franchise acquired Payne for INR 1.5 crore, while Edwards was earlier picked up in the auction for INR 3 crore following a bidding contest with Chennai Super Kings. The 35-year-old has made just one appearance for England, featuring in an ODI against the Netherlands in Amstelveen in June 2022, where he bowled nine overs and took one wicket. Who is David Payne? David Alan Payne is an English left-arm fast-medium bowler who began his professional career with Gloucestershire in 2009. He also represented England at the Under-19 level and was part of the 2010 U-19 World Cup squad. Also Read - IPL 2026: RCB suffer major blow with Yash Dayal pulling out for personal reasons Payne has strong experience in T20 cricket, claiming 304 wickets in 233 matches. He is also Gloucestershire’s top wicket-taker in T20s and was the highest wicket-taker in the 2024 T20 Blast with 33 wickets in 17 matches. He has also featured in other domestic leagues, including The Hundred for Welsh Fire, the Big Bash League (BBL) and the ILT20 for Desert Vipers. In the 2025-26 BBL final, he was named Player of the Match after taking three wickets for 18 runs, helping the Perth Scorchers clinch the title. Also Read - '3 B’s to beat pressure: Breath, balance and belief — Harnoor Pannu’s IPL 2026 formula for success Update on SRH captaincy Meanwhile, the Orange Army has received a major boost ahead of their campaign, as their regular captain Pat Cummins is expected to join the SRH squad before their first IPL 2026 match against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Bengaluru. However, he will continue to manage his back injury, as Ishan Kishan likely to lead the team for the first five or six games.

<p>Sunrisers Hyderabad will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Mar 28 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.</p>

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