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Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s thrilling win over Mumbai Indians was marred by a setback as head coach Andy Flower was fined for using audible obscenity during a tense moment. The incident occurred during a controversial boundary call, leading to a heated exchange. Despite this, RCB secured a crucial victory, while Mumbai…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru became IPL 2026’s strongest playoff favourites after their last-ball win over Mumbai Indians, reaching a 94.82% qualification probability and 63.41% chance of a top-two finish. SRH, GT and PBKS also remain strong contenders, while CSK revived their campaign. Rajasthan Royals and KKR still have hope, but Delhi…

Urvil Patel’s explosive 65 off 23 balls against Lucknow Super Giants announced the arrival of CSK’s newest six-hitting sensation. The wicketkeeper-batter smashed six sixes within his first eight balls, rewrote IPL records. Backed by advice, and even a specially weighted bat from MS Dhoni, Urvil’s power-hitting philosophy is shaped by…

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a dramatic two-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians on the final ball, eliminating MI from IPL 2026. Krunal Pandya’s resilient 73 and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s match-winning six off the last delivery propelled RCB to a thrilling chase of 167. …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru snatched a dramatic victory from Mumbai Indians on the final ball in Raipur. Krunal Pandya’s valiant 73 was ended by a spectacular catch, but RCB still needed 18 from 12. Despite Jasprit Bumrah’s tight penultimate over, Raj Bawa couldn’t defend the target, leading to a thrilling last-ball…

Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a stellar 4/23 spell against Mumbai Indians, propelling Royal Challengers Bengaluru to victory. His performance, including the wickets of Rickelton, Rohit, Suryakumar, and Tilak Varma, secured him the IPL 2026 Purple Cap with 21 wickets. This marks his sixth three-wicket haul this season, highlighting his consistent impact…

Virat Kohli’s IPL 2026 campaign hit a new low with a golden duck against Mumbai Indians, his second consecutive failure. Deepak Chahar claimed the crucial wicket, adding to Kohli’s struggles against MI. Earlier, Mumbai Indians posted 166/7 despite a poor start, thanks to Tilak Varma’s fifty and Naman Dhir’s contribution….

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In an exclusive interview with TimesofIndia.com, NBA legend DeMarcus Cousins reflected on redefining the role of big men in basketball. Cousins discussed overcoming serious injuries, learning the harsh business side of the NBA, and drawing inspiration from Kobe Bryant. He also urged young Indian players to believe in themselves, saying…

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Cricket Australia faces internal unrest following the failed BBL privatisation, impacting national contracts and player satisfaction. Senior players are reportedly hesitant to sign due to financial terms and a desire for overseas league flexibility, with concerns over pay disparity and lucrative international offers shifting priorities. …

Hardik Pandya has excelled for India in crunch T20 situations since 2024 but struggled to replicate that impact for Mumbai Indians. His bowling economy and batting strike rate dip sharply for MI, especially in death overs. Questions resurfaced after MI’s record 103-run loss to CSK, where Hardik avoided bowling late…

Gujarat Titans surged to second place with a dominant 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals, significantly boosting their playoff chances to 72.52%. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan starred with the bat, while Rashid Khan impressed with the ball. Despite the loss, Rajasthan Royals maintain a higher overall playoff probability due to…

Rajasthan Royals have equalled an IPL record by conceding seven totals of over 200 runs in a single season. This worrying bowling trend follows a strong start to IPL 2026. Gujarat Titans posted 229/4 against them in Jaipur. Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan starred for GT. This puts immense pressure…