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Mar

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RR vs CSK pitch report: How will surface at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati play in IPL 2026?

Guwahati: Game 3 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 sees Rajasthan Royals taking on Chennai Super Kings. The two sides lock horns at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on March 30, and both teams will be hoping to get off to a good showing.  While Rajasthan Royals will be led by Riyan Parag, Chennai Super Kings will be under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad. Both sides will hope to put in a good showing, but the trouble seems to be piling on for Chennai Super Kings. The five-time champions will be without the services of MS Dhoni for…

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30

Mar

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Rohit Sharma-Ryan Rickelton script history, achieve massive feat with brilliant showing against KKR

Mumbai: Mumbai Indians registered a brilliant victory against Kolkata Knight Riders in game 2 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. The two sides locked horns at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 29, and MI managed to register a six-wicket victory.  The clash began with Kolkata Knight Riders coming in to bat first and scoring 220 runs in the first innings. Chasing down the target, it was the performance of Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton that helped the five-time champions win the game.  While Rickelton scored 81 runs in 43 deliveries, Rohit amassed 78 runs in 38…

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30

Mar

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Ball tampering scandal in PSL? Know why were Lahore Qalandars penalised for 5 runs vs Karachi Kings | Watch

Lahore: The PSL (Pakistan Super League) 2026 has been at the centre of controversy once again. The 6th game of the tournament saw Lahore Qalandars taking on Karachi Kings. The two sides locked horns at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on March 29.  However, Lahore Qalandars were at the centre of controversy after they were plunged into a ball-tampering scandal. They were also penalised five runs for the same. This resulted in their loss in the clash against Karachi Kings.  In the last over of the game, Karachi Kings needed 14 runs to win. Harsi Rauf came forward to bowl the…

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Mar

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Rohit Sharma surpasses Virat Kohli in elite list after stellar knock against Kolkata Knight Riders

New Delhi: Game 2 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 saw Mumbai Indians take on Kolkata Knight Riders. The two sides locked horns at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 29. The clash saw Mumbai Indians put in a dominant performance as the five-time champions registered a comfortable victory.  After Kolkata Knight Riders posted a total of 220 runs in the first innings of the game, MI chased it down in 19.2 overs and registered a six-wicket victory as they broke their curse of losing the first IPL game of the season.  In the clash, veteran batter…

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29

Mar

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Why is Andre Russell not playing in MI vs KKR IPL 2026 clash?

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders open their IPL 2026 campaign against Mumbai Indians in at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, March 29. Having had a poor IPL 2025, the three-time champions are looking to bounce back but have a bogey team up against them. KKR have won just 11 of the 35 matches against MI. They have won only two matches out of 12 against MI at the Wankhede Stadium. However, KKR have a 2-1 record against MI since 2024. Numbers aside, KKR will be missing the services of Andre Russell, the iconic all-rounder who has retired from…

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Mar

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Why is Quinton de Kock not playing for MI in their IPL 2026 opener against KKR?

New Delhi: Quinton de Kock missed out as the Mumbai Indians face the Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL 2026 opener at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, March 29. Having returned with the MI, many expected that the South African wicketkeeper would straightaway get a game in IPL 2026; however, he will have to warm the bench for the opener.  De Kock missed out as MI went with his compatriot Ryan Rickleton for the KKR clash. Both players offer similar roles, and with only one place available at the top of the order with Rohit Sharma, the MI…

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29

Mar

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After MS Dhoni, CSK dealt with another injury blow, star batter ruled out of team’s IPL 2026 opener

New Delhi: Injury troubles have hit the Chennai Super Kings hard even before they have taken the field in the Indian Premier League 2026. With Nathan Ellis out of the season and MS Dhoni likely to miss any action for two weeks, the five-time champions have been dealt another blow. CSK, who will open their IPL 2026 campaign against Rajasthan Royals on March 30, will now be missing out on the services of South Africa star Dewald Brevis for their opener. The development was confirmed by CSK head coach Stephen Fleming in the pre-match press conference. The Super Kings also…

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29

Mar

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Mumbai Indians end 14-year-long wait, complete record chase against KKR to kick off IPL 2026 in style

New Delhi: After years of waiting, the Mumbai Indians have finally won their first match of an IPL season. Since 2012, they had never won their opening match in a season, as the wait came to an end in 2026. MI completed their highest-ever chase in IPL history after gunning down 221 against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.  Openers Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton led the charge brilliantly with the bat as the duo put up 148 for the first wicket. Sharma scored an astonishing 78 from 38 balls, while Rickelton made a brilliant 81 off…

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29

Mar

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Who is leading KKR as Ajinkya Rahane goes down in second innings during MI clash in IPL 2026?

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a blow when captain Ajinkya Rahane walked off the field mid-way during their IPL 2026 opener against the Mumbai Indians. Rahane, who scored an impressive 67 from 40 balls earlier, left the field after the fourth over of MI's chase of 221 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.  Just before the start of the fifth over, Rahane was down on the field in what looked like cramps as the physio attended to the KKR skipper. He was taken off the field with the help of his teammates.  Who leads KKR in Rahane's absence? Star…

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Mar

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Kieron Pollard’s all-time IPL record broken, Sunil Narine etches name into history books

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders star Sunil Narine has shattered a massive Kieron Pollard record during his team's IPL 2026 opener against the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Narine has been a KKR icon, playing key roles in his team's triple IPL win. Narine has been part of the Knight Riders setup since his debut in the league in 2012. Joining KKR in 2012, he made an immediate impact with his mystery spin, playing a key role in their title-winning campaigns in 2012 and 2014. Known for his economical bowling and wicket-taking ability, Narine later evolved into…

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