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Why is Harshit Rana not playing in MI vs KKR IPL 2026 at Wankhede Stadium?

New Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders open their IPL 2026 campaign against the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium as they look to bounce back from their poor 2025 season. The Knight Riders have been pegged back by injuries; however, with a strong batting line-up, the 2024 champions are looking for a strong start to the season.  Harshit Rana is among the players that KKR are missing. Harshit, the Indian pacer, has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League 2026 due to a knee injury that he picked in the build-up to the T20 World Cup 2026.  Harshit replaced by…

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Mar

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Mumbai Indians become first-ever franchise to hit 300 mark during IPL 2026 clash against KKR

New Delhi: Mumbai Indians have etched their name into the history books as soon as they took the field against Kolkata Knight Riders for their IPL 2026 opener at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, March 29. The five-time champions, who are looking to end their long wait for a trophy, have become the first franchise team to feature in 300 matches in T20 cricket.  The Hardik Pandya-led side achieved the feat during the clash against the 2024 champions KKR. Having previously featured in 299 matches across the IPL and the now-defunct CLT20, MI took the field for their 300th match in…

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Mar

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Devdutt Padikkal reveals Virat Kohli’s instruction during his rampage against SRH in IPL 2026 opener

New Delhi: Devdutt Padikkal was on a rampage in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 opener against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, March 28. The 25-year-old batter took the attack on the SRH bowling unit with a blasting 61 from 26 balls in the 202-run chase at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.  Padikkal and Virat Kohli guided the chase as RCB kicked off their title defence after gunning down the total in record 15.4 overs. Padikkal was the chief destructor in the 101-run stand with Kohli. By the time, he was dismissed in the ninth over with RCB well over 100,…

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Mar

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Virat Kohli creates all-time IPL record after stellar knock in record chase against SRH

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru stalwart Virat Kohli created an all-time historical record during his team's record run-chase against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 opener on Saturday, March 28. Kohli played a stellar 69-run knock from 38 balls as he guided the chase with Devdutt Padikkal doing the major damage with his astonishing 61 from 26 deliveries. With his 69 in the tournament opener at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, the former RCB skipper has created a major record. Kohli has become the first-ever cricketer to score 4000 runs while chasing in IPL history, further stamping his authority as the chase…

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Mar

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MI vs KKR weather report: How will weather in Mumbai fare for IPL 2026 game 2?

Mumbai: Game 2 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 sees Mumbai Indians taking on Kolkata Knight Riders. The two sides are set to lock horns at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 29. It is worth noting that both sides will hope to put in a good showing in hopes of getting off to a positive start. The five-time champions Mumbai Indians, last won the IPL back in 2020. With several years having passed since the side’s last title, the team will be looking to get its hands on the title. Under the leadership of Hardik Pandya,…

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‘Haven’t had a moment to stop’: Aryna Sabalenka opens up after defeating Coco Gauff in Miami Open final

Miami: Belarus’ Aryna Sabalenka extended her stay at the number one spot in the WTA rankings after she defeated Coco Gauff in the summit clash of the Miami Open 2026. She re-established herself as one of the best tennis players in the world, defeating Gauff across three sets to defend her Miami Open title.  She became the fifth women’s player in history to complete the ‘Sunshine double’, which means winning the Indian Wells and Miami titles in the same season. Victoria Azarenka, Iga Swiatek, Kim Clijsters, and Steffi Graf are the other four players to achieve the feat.  As for…

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Mar

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‘I find him quite bizarre’: R Ashwin gives his take on Virat Kohli’s knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad

New Delhi: Defending IPL (Indian Premier League) champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru put in a brilliant performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad in game 2 of the tournament. The two sides locked horns at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, and RCB managed to register a six-wicket win.  In the clash, the performances of Devdutt Padikkal, Virat Kohli, and Jacob Duffy stood out. Speaking on the same, former India international Ravichandran Ashwin took centre stage and talked about the performance of Virat Kohli in the clash.  It is worth noting that Kohli went unbeaten on a score of 69* runs in 38 deliveries…

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Mann Ki Baat: T20 World Cup has brought joy to the nation, says PM Modi, congratulates J-K after Ranji victory

New Delhi: The 132nd episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio show 'Mann Ki Baat' aired on March 29. In the new episode, the Prime Minister addressed a plethora of topics, with one of them being around the Indian team’s legendary campaign in the T20 World Cup 2026.  Co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, the tournament saw the Indian team drop just one game throughout their campaign. Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian team defeated England in the semis and New Zealand in the final to clinch their third T20 World Cup title.  "This month has been…

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Mar

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MI vs KKR pitch report: How will surface at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai play in IPL 2026?

Mumbai: The stage is set for game 2 of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians will take on three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders. The two sides will lock horns at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 29.  It is worth noting that both sides will be coming into the tournament with revamped squads and will aim to put in a good performance in hopes of getting off to a positive start to the tournament.  There is no doubt that Mumbai Indians have one of the best squads in the tournament. With the likes of…

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‘He is at his peak’: RCB skipper hails ace batter Virat Kohli after thumping victory over SRH

New Delhi: The IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 kicked off with Royal Challengers Bengaluru registering a brilliant victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The two sides locked horns at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on March 28 for the season opener, and RCB managed to register a six-wicket win.  Chasing down a target of 202 runs, the likes of Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli put in brilliant performances and led RCB to a win. It is worth noting that Kohli amassed 69* runs in 38 deliveries as RCB chased down the target comfortably.  After the game, RCB skipper Rajat Patidar came…

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