Cricket

Dasun Shanaka roped in as Glenn Phillips' replacement by GT

A media statement issued by the league announced the same to everyone, saying, "Gujarat Titans (GT) have picked Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka as a replacement for the injured Glenn Phillips for the remainder of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025."

2025-04-17T19:07:22.673511+00:00 IST

IPL turns 18: From Rohit to Narine, a look at top performers

The talks about the league's best players can go on and on. Over the years, several players, both Indian and overseas, capped and uncapped, have made their impact in this competition and uplifted its status as a 'god among all mortals' as far as T20 competitions are concerned. This competition has given a chance to several talent to showcase what they are made of and earn their places in their respective national sides. On the other side, several international heavyweights have expanded and diversified their legacies after delivering power-packed performances in the IPL, which have resulted in them winning the trophy for their side or getting other honours like Orange Cap (for most runs), Purple Cap (for most wickets), Player of the Tournament award etc.

2025-04-17T19:05:17.901458+00:00 IST

Will Jacks stars as Mumbai Indians clinch third win of the season

Will Jacks' impressive all-round performance powered Mumbai Indians (MI) to their third win of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season, as they defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by four wickets on Thursday at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Chasing 163, MI got the job done in 18.1 overs, with Jacks playing a crucial role both with bat and ball.

2025-04-17T19:03:54.111457+00:00 IST

Unbeaten Pakistan clinch their Women's Cricket World Cup spot

This was the fourth straight win for the qualifier tournament hosts at home, as per the ICC.

2025-04-17T16:58:55.409975+00:00 IST

SRH's Travis Head completes 1,000 IPL runs

The explosive left-hander from Australia accomplished this milestone during his side Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) match against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede Stadium.

2025-04-17T16:58:07.626153+00:00 IST

South Africa make change to squad ahead of Sri Lanka tri-series

South Africa have made a late adjustment to their squad for the upcoming Women's ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka, after a batting all-rounder was ruled out due to illness, as per the official website of ICC.

2025-04-17T16:36:33.979008+00:00 IST

“You have to be brave”: Punjab Kings Assistant coach Brad Haddin

Ahead of their upcoming match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS) Assistant Coach Brad Haddin addressed the media during a pre-match press conference. In his conversation, he emphasized the team's focus on drawing motivation from recent victories, ensuring continuous improvement, and building momentum as the tournament intensifies.

2025-04-17T16:06:10.779073+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Bumrah, Jacks shine, restrict power-packed SRH to 162/5

Despite the fact that SRH had a 59-run opening stand, their run-rate could never quite meet their usual standards and Travis Head (28) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (19) in particular, struggled to score above strike rate of 100.

2025-04-17T16:00:55.612762+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: A look at Virat Kohli's record against Punjab Kings

The clash between RCB and PBKS would be a clash of two in-form teams at M Chinnaswammy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday. With four wins and two losses each, RCB and PBKS are at third and fourth spot in the points table and are heading into the match after massive wins over Rajasthan Royals by nine wickets and 16 runs win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) while defending 112 runs respectively.

2025-04-17T15:09:24.009763+00:00 IST

"If you look at....": RCB's Bhuvneshwar on his. Hazlewood's role

The clash between RCB and PBKS would be a clash of two in-form teams at M Chinnaswammy Stadium in Bengaluru on Friday. With four wins and two losses each, RCB and PBKS are at third and fourth spot in the points table and are heading into the match after massive wins over Rajasthan Royals by nine wickets and 16 runs win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) while defending 112 runs respectively.

2025-04-17T14:36:34.055440+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians wins toss, opts to bowl against SRH

The Hardik Pandya-led side is languishing at seventh position with two wins and four defeats in six matches, while the 2016 champions, Hyderabad, are at ninth position with two wins and four defeats in six matches. It is the net run rate separating the two sides in the points table.

2025-04-17T13:55:01.676546+00:00 IST

Tendulkar, Bill Gates join hands with Meghalaya govt

Sachin made an announcement about the same on his official X handle.

2025-04-17T12:30:47.797144+00:00 IST

"Very well bowled...": Jaiswal hails Starc after DC-RR clash

The official X handle of DC franchise posted a video of Starc and Jaiswal, shaking hands with each other after the match.

2025-04-17T12:22:54.839652+00:00 IST

BCCI to announce central contracts this week

As per the sources, spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel are likely to get a promotion from grade B to grade A. Also, middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer will be making a return to the list after being dropped from the list for 2024-25 season.

2025-04-17T11:47:15.578240+00:00 IST

Mark Boucher hails Mitchell Starc's performance in 20th over 

After the completion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR), former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher praised left-arm speedster Mitchell Starc's clutch performance in the final over of the clash on Wednesday.

2025-04-17T09:39:47.818183+00:00 IST

IPL cricket teams to launch India’s first cricket collectables

Fans of Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Gujarat Titans can now bring home their favourite cricketing icons as Made-in-India figurines hit the shelves

2025-04-17T09:29:36.897969+00:00 IST

Arshdeep Singh reflects on professional growth at Punjab Kings

Punjab Kings' dynamic fast bowler, Arshdeep Singh, recently shared insights into his journey with the franchise and his perspective on social media trolling during the latest episode of the "Kandid with Kings" series, hosted by Sahiba Bali.

2025-04-17T09:27:47.662102+00:00 IST

Munaf fined 25 pc match fees for breaching IPL Code of Conduct

Delhi Capitals (DC) bowling coach Munaf Patel has been fined 25 per cent of his match fees and has also accumulated One Demerit Point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during his team's match against Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday, according to the IPL Media Advisory.

2025-04-17T09:06:14.503121+00:00 IST

DC sjipper Axal reflects on nail-biting super over win over RR

A sensational finish to a night filled with ups and downs saw the Delhi Capitals (DC) clinch a thrilling Super Over win against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their sixth encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday.

2025-04-17T07:54:29.597361+00:00 IST

Ratnagiri Jets announces entry into Women's MPL

Smriti Mandhana widely regarded as one of the most elegant and consistent batters in the world, was recently conferred the Best International Cricketer of the Year (Women) by the BCCI for the 2023-24 season. She was one of the top picks ahead of the WMPL player auctions, which will take place in Pune on April 17, 2025, alongside the men's MPL auctions

2025-04-17T07:10:26.728494+00:00 IST

Abhishek Nayar axed; fielding coach shown exit by BCCI

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) decided to sack India's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar following the team's poor performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 and alleged dressing room leaks. Fielding coach T Dilip and Strength and Conditioning coach Soham Desai have also been removed as they have ended their three-year contract with the national team.

2025-04-17T06:53:48.102436+00:00 IST