Cricket

Ajinkya Rahane believes his side will bounce back next season

Defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), closed the curtains on their campaign with a loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday evening.

2025-05-26T07:08:50.569536+00:00 IST

Daniel Vettori backs Mohammed Shami following poor IPL 2025

Shami had a poor IPL 2025 season in the 18th edition of the cash-rich league, the right-arm pacer managed to grab only six wickets in nine games, where he has conceded runs at an economy of 11.23.

2025-05-26T05:31:21.347333+00:00 IST

Gautam Gambhir offers prayers at Maa Kamakhya Temple

The visit of Gautam Gambhir comes ahead of the England tour for a five-match Test series, part of the 2025-2027 ICC World Test Championship.

2025-05-26T03:47:21.505929+00:00 IST

Mustafizur Rehman ruled out of Pakistan T20I series

Mustafizur was hit on his left hand attempting a caught and bowled off Australian Josh Inglis on Saturday during the clash between Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

2025-05-26T03:38:14.285651+00:00 IST

"Yuvraj played a big role in Abhishek’s success": Raj Kumar

As Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign comes to an end, Abhishek Sharma's father Raj Kumar Sharma has lauded Yuvraj Singh's contribution to his son's rise, calling the former India all-rounder a key figure in Abhishek's development. "Yuvraj Singh has played a major role in Abhishek's success," said Raj Kumar to ANI.

2025-05-25T20:03:44.511778+00:00 IST

Heinrich Klaasen reflects on SRH's victory against KKR

He highlighted SRH's strong performance in the final three games of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) and expressed gratitude for the support received.

2025-05-25T19:11:50.346440+00:00 IST

Pat Cummins reflects on Hyderabad's unsuccessful outing in IPL

He acknowledged that with the team's high-calibre players, they should have aimed for the finals, expressing disappointment in not achieving that goal.

2025-05-25T19:10:10.266330+00:00 IST

KKR collapse against SRH’s bowling brilliance

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) endured a difficult outing on Sunday as they failed to chase down a mammoth target of 279 set by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, crashing to a 110-run defeat. The loss ended KKR's season on a disappointing note, placing them eighth in the table with five wins, seven losses, and one no result. SRH, meanwhile, climbed to sixth with six wins, seven losses, and one no result.

2025-05-25T18:40:51.381344+00:00 IST

KKR skipper Rahane reflects on their defeat against SRH

He credited the SRH batters for their intent. He mentioned the team's discussion on bowling strategies, such as slower balls and wider deliveries, but notes that the SRH batters, like Klaasen, played exceptionally well, negating the plans.

2025-05-25T18:24:46.603373+00:00 IST

MI batter Will Jacks reflects on his role in the team

He said he is comfortable batting at various positions, including number three or lower down the order, understanding that the team's batting lineup sometimes requires different players for specific situations.

2025-05-25T17:34:07.494442+00:00 IST

Abhishek Sharma joins elite list

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batter Abhishek Sharma joins an elite list, becoming the only batter to score over 400 runs in successive Indian Premier League (IPL) seasons, each with a strike rate exceeding 180.

2025-05-25T17:09:44.448662+00:00 IST

Narine becomes highest wicket-taker for a single team in T20s

Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) veteran spinner Sunil Narine has etched his name into the history books by becoming the highest wicket-taker for a single team in men's T20 cricket. The West Indian all-rounder achieved the milestone during KKR's clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Sunday in Delhi, where he picked up two crucial wickets.

2025-05-25T16:47:48.379839+00:00 IST

"I needed an innings like that": Dewald Brevis

Dewald Brevis produced a stunning knock of 57 off just 23 deliveries to set up Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) dominant 83-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. The young South African was named 'Player of the Match' for his blistering innings, which included four boundaries and five towering sixes, helping CSK post a daunting total of 230/5. Clearly elated with his performance, Brevis said, "I'm definitely happy. I'm really enjoying and having fun. Just be myself - the kid who has played the game. I just enjoyed it," as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

2025-05-25T16:18:00.990810+00:00 IST

I’m not saying I’m done, I’m not saying I’m coming back": Dhoni h

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper MS Dhoni remained coy about his future in professional cricket but expressed satisfaction after CSK wrapped up their season with a commanding 83-run win over Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

2025-05-25T16:17:04.040989+00:00 IST

Dewald Brevis slams 2nd fastest fifty for CSK in IPL history

Brevis achieved this feat on Sunday during his side's match against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In his innings, he made 57 in just 23 balls, with four boundaries and five sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 247.82.

2025-05-25T16:07:47.784457+00:00 IST

Klaasen's ton powers SRH to 278 against KKR

This is the third-highest total by any team in IPL history. Klaasen also registered the fastest hundred of the ongoing IPL.

2025-05-25T16:05:09.250224+00:00 IST

India fielding coach T Dilip visits Tirupati Tirumal Temple

Ahead of the five-match Test series against England, India's fielding coach T Dilip visited the revered Tirumala Tirupati temple on Sunday and offered prayers.

2025-05-25T15:32:38.738016+00:00 IST

“Hard pill to swallow”: Gill reflects on GT’s crushing defeat

Gujarat Titans (GT) captain Shubman Gill admitted that the game slipped away early as his side suffered a heavy 83-run defeat against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. Chasing a daunting 231-run target set by CSK, GT were bundled out for just 147. Speaking after the match, Gill pointed to a disastrous powerplay as the turning point.

2025-05-25T14:25:32.719565+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: SRH win toss; Opt to bat first against KKR

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins won the toss and opted to bat against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 68th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The fixture will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday.

2025-05-25T13:50:20.630323+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: All-round CSK finish campaign with 83-run win over GT

CSK finished in the bottom spot with four wins and 10 losses, giving them eight points. GT are still at the top with nine wins and five losses, giving them 18 points.

2025-05-25T13:49:17.182067+00:00 IST