Cricket

The way Chahal performed was really commendable: Nehal Wadhera

After registering a win over defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders in the 31st encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) left-hand batter Nehal Wadhera lauded leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal's exceptional bowling performance in the game

2025-04-16T08:37:45.351260+00:00 IST

All players are confident to handle any situation: Ajinkya Rahane

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), suffered a narrow 16-run loss in a low-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, here at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Harshit Rana's three-fer, alongside braces from Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, went in vain as the hosts defending the target in an engaging contest.

2025-04-16T06:23:01.339387+00:00 IST

DC inspire young cricketers with ‘Beyond Boundaries’ masterclass

The Delhi Capitals franchise advanced its commitment to grassroots cricket by hosting a masterclass for young cricketers at Conscient Sports Arena, Gurgaon, as part of its global Beyond Boundaries Initiative. The girls and boys who participated in the masterclass, belonging to Delhi Capitals' grassroots academies, have been beneficiaries of this initiative.

2025-04-16T04:59:20.456752+00:00 IST

Fairgrounds in Pomona to host cricket at LA28 Olympics

Excitement around cricket's Olympic comeback has been building since it was confirmed that the sport would return to the Games after a 128-year gap.

2025-04-16T04:01:48.623285+00:00 IST

All-rounder Palzor Tamang signs with UK’s Felling Cricket Club

In a proud moment for Sikkim cricket, all-rounder Palzor Tamang has signed a six-month contract with Felling Cricket Club in England. The Sikkim Cricket Association (SICA) confirmed the development, marking Tamang as only the second cricketer from the state to secure an overseas club contract after Nilesh Lamichaney.

2025-04-16T03:09:42.841898+00:00 IST

“Might just be the best win I ever had”: Ricky Ponting

In what could be remembered as one of the most thrilling matches in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting hailed his team's incredible spirit and resilience after they pulled off an improbable 16-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), successfully defending the lowest total ever in IPL history.

2025-04-15T20:45:26.354197+00:00 IST

KKR skipper speaks on his game-changing dismissal after loss

In one of the most spectacular T20 matches in a while, a fighting and determined PBKS prevailed over defending champions KKR at Mullanpur on Tuesday, defending the lowest-ever total in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with spinner Yuzvendra Chahal (4/28) delivering a game-changer bowling spell that triggered KKR's batting collapse.

2025-04-15T20:43:08.713023+00:00 IST

“Always had self-belief”: Yuzvendra Chahal

Punjab Kings' (PBKS) leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal once again proved why he remains one of the most impactful bowlers in the Indian Premier League (IPL), delivering a match-winning performance as PBKS pulled off a stunning 16-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Defending 111 runs, the lowest total ever successfully defended in IPL history, Punjab bowled out KKR for 95, thanks largely to Chahal's magical spell of 4/28 in four overs. Awarded the Player of the Match, Chahal credited the entire team for the effort but highlighted the importance of staying positive despite the low score on the board.

2025-04-15T20:39:37.282860+00:00 IST

"Wanted the field to be...": PBKS skipper after win over KKR

Iyer underwent a reversal of fortunes. Standing as KKR's captain after PBKS chased down 262 at Kolkata last year, the highest-ever T20 run-chase, the star batter was now standing as a proud captain after his side PBKS defended the lowest total in the history of the IPL at Mullanpur on Tuesday.

2025-04-15T20:33:35.323829+00:00 IST

Chahal levels with Narine for most four-wicket hauls in IPL

Chahal achieved this milestone during his side's match against KKR at Mullanpur on Tuesday.

2025-04-15T20:28:35.929468+00:00 IST

From Kolkata to Mullanpur, PBKS gets record-breaking wins

From Kolkata to Mullanpur, PBKS, yet to lay hands on an Indian Premier League (IPL) title, provided fans with unpredictability, entertainment and an opportunity to be a part of two big milestones of league's history. Last year at Eden Garden's, in Kolkata, when Iyer was captaining KKR, his men were taken down brutally by a Jonny Bairstow-powered PBKS during a successful run-chase of 262 runs, the highest-ever run-chase in T20 cricket history. Now almost a year forward, Iyer stands at Mullanpur Stadium in Punjab with his coach Ricky Ponting, as a proud captain of a fighting, "never-say-die" PBKS unit, which defended 111 runs, the lowest-ever total in IPL history, showcasing a remarkable reversal of fortunes. For PBKS, both these victories came when they looked down and out, but forces of time made sure they got what they fought for so brilliantly.

2025-04-15T19:13:45.717410+00:00 IST

Punjab Kings create history, defend lowest total in IPL

In one of the most astonishing feats in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Punjab Kings (PBKS) pulled off a remarkable 16-run victory over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a low-scoring thriller at Mullanpur in the IPL 2025 season. The match will be remembered for PBKS successfully defending the lowest total ever in the league's history -- 111 runs.

2025-04-15T18:07:03.542047+00:00 IST

After narrow loss against MI, DC eyes comeback against RR 

After suffering their first loss of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 in their previous outing, Delhi Capitals (DC) will look to bounce back and continue their good run of form when they take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their next match at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday.

2025-04-15T17:31:37.370680+00:00 IST

DC's Mohit hails saliva ban revocation for help in reverse swing

After their four-match win streak broke with a loss to five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI), the second-placed DC will be hosting an eighth-placed Rajasthan, who has secured just two wins in six matches, at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday.

2025-04-15T17:29:53.649782+00:00 IST

KKR's Narine is joint third-highest wicket-taker in IPL

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) icon Sunil Narine has levelled with pacer Bhuvneswar Kumar, becoming the third-highest wicket-taker in Indian Premier League (IPL).

2025-04-15T17:04:08.303794+00:00 IST

Basit Ali sends bold message to Babar Azam after flop show

Babar, who is leading Peshawar Zalmi in PSL, has continued to labour for runs after his dry spell in international cricket. Since his 151-run blitzkrieg against Nepal in 2023, Babar is yet to score a century for Pakistan. Even his lack of form has started to affect his captaincy. With Babar at the helm, Zalmi have endured two emphatic defeats on the trot.

2025-04-15T17:00:14.257197+00:00 IST

One of Wankhede Stadium stands to be named after Rohit Sharma

Rohit is one of the greatest opening batters of all time. In 499 international matches, he has scored 19,700 runs at an average of 42.18, with 49 centuries, 108 fifties, and a best score of 264. He has three double hundreds in ODI's, the most by a batter, and his score of 264 is the highest individual score in ODI history.

2025-04-15T16:11:36.845124+00:00 IST

IPL 2025: Harshit's powerplay spell bamboozles PBKS

PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer was up against his former team, which he led to title last year. But with a two-ball duck and a shambolic batting performance to his team's name, it proved to be a nightmare.

2025-04-15T15:43:52.158584+00:00 IST

"Want to bowl regularly....": RR's Nitish Rana ahead of DC clash

The second-placed Delhi Capitals will be hosting an eighth-placed Rajasthan Royals, who has secured just two wins in six matches, at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday.

2025-04-15T15:15:36.714829+00:00 IST

"I knew what he could do": Ricky Ponting backs Priyansh Arya

Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting has heaped praise on young batter Priyansh Arya, who has made an impression early in the Indian Premier League (IPL) season with his fearless attitude and aggressive intent.

2025-04-15T14:10:23.236735+00:00 IST

PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer wins toss, opts to bat against KKR

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bat against his former side and the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday.

2025-04-15T13:52:02.070163+00:00 IST