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May

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Nicholas Pooran surpasses Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with quickfire knock against Mumbai Indians

New Delhi: Lucknow Super Giants got off to a stellar start to their clash against Mumbai Indians. The two sides met in the 47th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, and the clash began with Lucknow Super Giants coming in to bat first after losing the toss.  The side saw Nicholas Pooran come out to bat in his usual position. i.e., number three. Coming out to bat after the fall of the first wicket, Pooran put forth a brilliant showing, scoring 63 runs in 21 deliveries. He completed his half century…

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May

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Why is Hardik Pandya not playing for MI vs LSG in IPL 2026 clash in Mumbai?

New Delhi: The 47th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 sees Mumbai Indians taking on Lucknow Super Giants. The two sides meet at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on May 4. It is worth noting that Mumbai Indians are struggling in the tournament, and are on the verge of disqualification from the competition.  For their clash against Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians are missing the services of skipper Hardik Pandya. The team skipper informed us that Hardik is not feeling well, which is why he is not available to play against LGS. In his absence, star batter…

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May

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MI vs LSG LIVE cricket score: MI aim to return to winning ways

Mumbai: The 47th game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 sees Lucknow Super Giants taking on Mumbai Indians. The two sides lock horns at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, and it is worth noting that MI and LSG are two of the worst-performing sides in the ongoing edition of the tournament. While LSG are in 10th place in the standings, the side is more or less out of the race for the playoffs, but they can still mathematically make it and that is what they will hope to do against Mumbai Indians.  On the other hand, Mumbai Indians…

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May

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Phil Salt returns home for scans after sustaining finger injury, Jacob Bethell to extend his run

New Delhi: In a major blow for defending IPL (Indian Premier League) champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the side’s star batter Phil Salt has returned to the UK for scans on his finger injury. This would mean that Jacob Bethell will be getting an extended run at the top of the order.  It is worth noting that while RCB has not publicly revealed the nature of Salt’s injury, a report by ESPNcricinfo revealed that Salt injured a finger on his left hand when they faced a defeat against Delhi Capitals on April 18.  According to ESPNcricinfo, Phil Salt has returned for…

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May

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Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara outlines Jason Holder’s impact in GT’s recent success

New Delhi: Gujarat Titans have picked up form in the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. After a rocky start to the season, the Shubman Gill-led side is well in the race for the playoffs. With six wins and four losses in 10 matches, Gujarat Titans occupy fifth place in the standings and are on the verge of cracking the top four.  One of the biggest reasons for the change in form for the side has been the inclusion of star all-rounder Jason Holder. It is worth noting that Holder did not feature for Gujarat in the early stages of…

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May

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MS Dhoni continues rehab in Chennai, set to miss clash against Delhi Capitals

New Delhi: Chennai Super Kings are all set to take on Delhi Capitals in the ongoing edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 next. The two sides will meet in the 48th game of the tournament on May 5 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. It is worth noting that through their recent performances, Chennai have put themselves in contention for the IPL 2026 playoffs.  However, with the clash against Delhi Capitals right around the corner, there have been reports emerging that former skipper MS Dhoni is still not available to play for the five-time champions. It is…

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May

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‘Fight for him’: Kobbie Mainoo throws weight behind Michael Carrick after sensational victory over Liverpool

MANCHESTER: Manchester United registered a brilliant victory over Liverpool in the ongoing edition of the Premier League. The two sides met at Old Trafford in Manchester on May 3rd, and with two teams looking to secure a place in the Champions League next season, United managed to get the best of their arch-rivals.  The clash began with the hosts getting the lead early as Matheus Cunha opened the scoring in the 6th minute. Furthermore, the lead was doubled when Benjamin Sesko scored the second goal in the 14th minute. In the second half, Liverpool made for a brilliant comeback.  With…

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May

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Sydney Sixers announces signing of James Hopes as new BBL coach

New Delhi: BBL (Big Bash League) franchise Sydney Sixers have come forward and announced the signing of former Australia all-rounder James Hopes as their new BBL coach. It is worth noting that Hopes will be replacing Greg Shipperd in the role. Interestingly, Hopes signed with Sixers on a two-year contract after Shipperd was sacked by the franchise midway through his contract. His exclusion from the side comes as a surprise to many, as under Shipperd’s coaching, Sixers managed to reach the final of the BBL in January 2026.  Furthermore, this will be the first head coach role for Hopes, however,…

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03

May

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Is Shashank Singh playing for PBKS in IPL 2026 clash against GT at Narendra Modi Stadium?

New Delhi: Shashank Singh missed out again as the Punjab Kings face the Gujarat Titans in their reverse fixture of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. After a win over the Titans in their tournament opener, the table-leaders Kings are looking for a double against the Shubman Gill-led team.  GT captain Gill won the toss and opted to bowl first. Shashank was not part of the PBKS team yet again, after having missed the game against the Rajasthan Royals on April 28. Shashank's change was a forced change for the game against the RR,…

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May

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Washington Sundar takes Gujarat Titans home in nervy third straight win as PBKS suffer second loss

New Delhi: Washington Sundar showed nerves of steel to power Gujarat Titans home in a nervy win over Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Sunday, May 3. Sundar played an unbeaten 40-run knock to help the Titans hunt down 164 in a four-wicket win on the second last ball of the clash. The hosts lost wickets in a flurry and it all came down to 11 needed off the final over as Arshad Khan farmed the strike with Sundar at the other end. He hit a four off a yorker against Marcus Stoinis on the second ball…

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