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Sri Lanka Cricket President Shammi Silva, committee members submit mass resignation; ICC could force sanctions

SLC Prez Shammi Silva and other committee members met with the Sri Lankan president last Friday, and have been replaced by an interim committee.

Abhishek Sharma reveals Yuvraj Singh's words that ‘truly changed his belief’: 'He gave me some guidance'

Abhishek Sharma spoke about how Yuvraj Singh helped reshape both his technique and mindset during the lockdown period.

Sunil Gavaskar stunned into praise for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s no-fear batting approach: ‘The advantage of youth’

RR are currently placed third on the points table with six wins from nine matches, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi playing a key role in their strong run this season.

Ferreira warns RR against over-reliance on Sooryavanshi, Jaiswal after heroics vs PBKS: ‘Can’t just rely on openers’

Donovan Ferreira also underlined the importance of the middle order stepping up in big games, saying such moments often define a season.

Should Shreyas Iyer have been retired out vs RR? Shaun Pollock breaks down PBKS captain’s off night

Shaun Pollock offering a practical view on the situation whether Shreyas Iyer should have been retired out during his struggle in the middle.

What does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi have that Brian Lara doesn’t? India’s boy wonder believed to be hiding his true feelings

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's game holds an edge over Brian Lara's and invites comparisons with Virender Sehwag's batting.

The magic and science behind Purple Cap leader Bhuvneshwar Kumar's career renaissance: ‘Ball ko pyaar karta hai’

Bhuvneshwar Kumar at 36 years old remains one of the best T20 fast bowlers in the IPL – it has taken all those years of experience to create that player.

Riyan Parag vaping row: RR captain’s stupidity sets ‘bad example’, IPL authorities may not take a lenient stance

Riyan Parag has age on his side ought to be humbled and chastened by an act of incredible stupidity and utter disregard for protocol.

What are the chances of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi winning his first IPL Orange Cap, pipping Kohli, Abhishek and others?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s biggest threats in the Orange Cap race right now are Abhishek Sharma (380), Virat Kohli (351) and Prabhsimran Singh (346).

Abhishek Sharma vs Jasprit Bumrah face-off teased as SRH star's father predicts big things and Wankhede encore

Abhishek Sharma's father said his son could get off to a hot start against Bumrah if he was provided the right balls to hit.

Babar Azam pulls level with Virat Kohli, Abhishek Sharma in T20 record, smashes century in PSL to script history

Babar Azam took Peshawar Zalmi to the PSL 2026 final with his second century of this season, setting a couple of PSL and T20 records enroute.

Kumar Sangakkara passes his verdict on Riyan Parag’s 16-ball 29 vs PBKS: ‘His small innings was…’

Kumar Sangakkara shifted the spotlight from individual brilliance to Rajasthan Royals’ collective strength.

Yashasvi Jaiswal speechless at playing senior to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, revels in watching his carnage from other end

Jaiswal lauded his young opening partner Sooryavanshi after another impactful stand, saying he takes great joy in watching him dominate from the other end.

Rohit Sharma's return status from injury remains unclear after cryptic message from MI, team leave it to last moment

Mumbai Indians great Rohit Sharma has already missed their last three matches through injury, but there isn't much certainty surrounding his return.

Riyan Parag caught vaping inside RR dressing room; risks imprisonment, heavy fine amid India’s strict e-cigarette ban

Despite the high-intensity win, Riyan Parag found himself at the centre of a social media firestorm after live cameras caught him vaping in the dressing room.

The night PBKS were outplayed: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s powerplay blitz cracks league leaders

Jaiswal ensured continuity, rotating strike, and letting Sooryavanshi do what he does best. It improved RR balance and reduced the risk of collapse.

INR 2.28 lakh profit per ball: Yashasvi Jaiswal set up the chase for RR with a calculated half-century

Yashasvi Jaiswal's explosive 51 off 27 balls was crucial in Rajasthan Royals' successful chase of 223 against Punjab Kings, ending PBKS' unbeaten streak.

Riyan Parag shuts down middle-order doubts after RR win: ‘Concerns were outside, not ours’

Rajasthan Royals middle order answered critics, overturning poor numbers to power a successful 223 chase vs Punjab Kings.

PBKS dominance ends, RR win high-scoring thriller

Chasing a daunting 223, Rajasthan rode on explosive starts and composed finishing to get over the line with four balls to spare

Shreyas Iyer points to failure of bowling execution but refuses to break after first defeat in IPL 2026

Shreyas Iyer assessed PBKS's defeat to Rajasthan Royals, acknowledging their strong score of 222/4 but criticising the bowling execution.

Arshdeep Singh wins war of nerves vs Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, but only after brutal punishment forces complete rethink

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 43 runs in 16 balls against Punjab Kings on Tuesday

IPL 2026: Krunal’s playbook is setting a new trend

The variations are designed to create doubt in the minds of the batters and so far, the tactic seems to be working

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi adds MS Dhoni touch: audacious helicopter shot highlights his evolving batting arsenal

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showcased a MS Dhoni-style helicopter shot twice in a blazing 43, underlining his fearless range in IPL 2026