Shubman Gill achieved his 1,000th ODI run in 954 balls, surpassing MS Dhoni's record of 955 balls. He scored 154 runs off 110 balls in the second ODI against Afghanistan, forming a 224-run partnership with Ishan Kishan.
MS Dhoni made a return to the cricket field at the Jharkhand T20 League opening ceremony in Ranchi after missing IPL 2026 due to injury. His presence lent credibility to the new tournament.
Virat Kohli has been ranked as India's most valuable celebrity by Fortune India, with a brand value of Rs 3,542 crore. The list, compiled with Interbrand, considers factors like engagement and trust. Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas follow in the top three.
IIM Indore will conduct a comprehensive study on 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi's IPL 2026 success, analyzing talent development, discipline, and factors sustaining his achievement, including family, coaches, and institutional roles.
Virat Kohli's intense passion and unbeaten 75 guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to their second consecutive IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets. RCB's bowlers restricted GT to 155/8 before Kohli led the chase, securing the win with 20 balls remaining.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a prodigy from Bihar, has taken the IPL by storm with his exceptional batting, amassing 583 runs in 14 games at a strike rate of 232.27, outperforming veteran stars like MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma.
Krishnamachari Srikkanth slammed Chennai Super Kings management for misleading fans about MS Dhoni's fitness during IPL 2026. He accused the franchise of creating false hope with constant uncertainty about his availability due to injuries.
Krishnamachari Srikkanth has criticized Chennai Super Kings management for misleading fans about MS Dhoni's fitness during IPL 2026. Srikkanth stated that the constant uncertainty and false hope surrounding Dhoni's availability created disappointment.
Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons stated that MS Dhoni will be the sole decider of his return to IPL next season. Despite a leg injury, Dhoni is reportedly hitting the ball exceptionally well in nets, but will only play if he feels fully capable of contributing to the team's success.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed uncertainty about MS Dhoni's return for IPL 2027, even within the team. Dhoni missed IPL 2026 due to injury, and CSK's playoff hopes ended with a loss to Gujarat Titans.
Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq, 30, joins the Bears for the T20 Blast and Birmingham Phoenix for the Hundred. Tariq, who has a unique bowling action due to a split elbow joint, welcomes scrutiny and has passed two official tests. He aims to prove himself in England after a successful rise from working in a car-parts company.
MS Dhoni has not played in any IPL 2026 matches for Chennai Super Kings due to a thumb injury, a first in his career. CSK batting coach Michael Hussey indicated a potential return if the team reaches the playoffs.
Chennai Super Kings' coach Stephen Fleming's future is uncertain as playoff hopes dwindle. The team's performance, player transitions, and injuries have impacted their season, with Fleming acknowledging management will decide his fate.
Manoj Tiwary has questioned Ruturaj Gaikwad's captaincy for Chennai Super Kings, citing his batting struggles and suggesting Sanju Samson as a potential replacement. Tiwary believes Gaikwad needs to focus on his own legacy rather than filling MS Dhoni's shoes.
Suresh Raina believes MS Dhoni should play in IPL 2027, urging him to ignore retirement speculation. Dhoni's future remains uncertain after CSK's loss, with fans emotional about a potential final appearance.
Fans bid an emotional farewell to MS Dhoni at Chepauk, fearing it might be his last game for CSK. Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated CSK, pushing them to the brink of elimination.
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings, pushing CSK towards elimination. The match's focus shifted to MS Dhoni, with fans emotional about the possibility of it being his last game at Chepauk.
MS Dhoni, despite being injured and not playing, made a significant appearance at Chepauk during CSK's final home game of IPL 2026. His presence during the mid-innings break for a team photograph ignited massive cheers from the crowd.
Sanjay Manjrekar expressed fatigue over discussions about MS Dhoni's potential final game for CSK, stating the franchise should prioritize performance over emotional attachment. He believes Dhoni's age and fitness struggles made fitting him into the squad a mistake.
Sanju Samson surpassed MS Dhoni's record for most runs by a CSK wicketkeeper in an IPL season, scoring 477 runs. Dhoni's record of 461 runs was set in 2013. Samson achieved this milestone in 13 innings during IPL 2026.
MS Dhoni visited the NSG Hub in Chennai, interacting with commandos and participating in shooting practice. The visit coincides with CSK's final home game of IPL 2026, fueling speculation about his potential farewell appearance amidst a calf strain that has kept him out of the season.
Speculation is rife over MS Dhoni's participation in Chennai Super Kings' final home IPL 2026 game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, fueled by his practice routine and cryptic social media posts from teammate Ravichandran Ashwin.
Sunil Gavaskar has dismissed speculation about MS Dhoni returning for Chennai Super Kings' final home IPL game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, citing Dhoni's year-long absence from competitive cricket and the risk involved in a must-win match.
Chennai Super Kings host Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL 2026 match. All eyes are on MS Dhoni's potential last game in Chennai as CSK battles for a playoff spot. The pitch is expected to favor batting, with high temperatures predicted.
