Shivang Kumar, an all-rounder for Bundelkhand Bulls, defied expectations by developing into a chinaman bowler alongside his batting prowess. His unique skillset, honed through unconventional training and parental support, earned him a spot in the IPL with Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 30 lakh, highlighting the growing talent pool from the Madhya Pradesh League.
Ravichandran Ashwin criticizes Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting approach after their 47-run loss to Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, suggesting Travis Head's future with the team should be reassessed.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (97 off 29 balls) and Dhruv Jurel's (quickfire half-century) batting heroics, followed by Jofra Archer (3/58) and Nandre Burger's (2/26) bowling, led Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, delivered a record-breaking, calculated batting performance in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, scoring 97 off 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad, showcasing cricketing intelligence and fearlessness.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits 97 off 29 balls to help Rajasthan Royals defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 47 runs in the IPL eliminator
Anil Kumble believes Sunrisers Hyderabad have a stronger, more balanced squad than Rajasthan Royals ahead of the IPL 2026 Eliminator, citing SRH's multiple match-winners in both batting and bowling.
Rajasthan Royals secured a dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, ending SRH's campaign. Sushant Mishra and Nandre Burger led the bowling effort, with key wickets sealing the win for RR.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins plans multiple bowling strategies for Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the IPL 2026 Eliminator, acknowledging Sooryavanshi's breakout season with 583 runs at a 232.27 strike rate.
Pat Cummins' leadership has made a significant impact on Sunrisers Hyderabad, leading the team to 5 wins in their last 7 games, securing a playoff spot. His ability to empathize with young bowlers and guide them through pressure situations is highlighted by SRH's assistant coach, James Franklin.
The IPL 2026 playoff teams are confirmed: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals. Qualifier 1 features RCB vs GT on May 26 in Dharamsala. The Eliminator pits SRH against RR on May 27 in New Chandigarh.
The IPL 2026 league stage concludes with a dramatic final day to decide the last playoff spot. Three teams—Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Kolkata Knight Riders—are vying for the final berth, with their fates dependent on the outcomes of two crucial matches.
Punjab Kings ended a six-match losing streak with a win over Lucknow Super Giants, powered by Shreyas Iyer's maiden IPL century. PBKS climbed to fourth place, keeping their playoff hopes alive in IPL 2026.
England batter Jacob Bethell will return to the UK from the Indian Premier League for assessment of a finger injury. The 22-year-old's availability for England's Test series against New Zealand is uncertain.
Virat Kohli and Travis Head exchanged heated words during an IPL match. Kohli refused to shake Head's hand after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad, and also made a mocking gesture related to Head's 'impact player' status.
Irfan Pathan commented on the on-field clash between Virat Kohli and Travis Head during an IPL match, stating Kohli embraces an "Australian-style intensity." The incident, which included a post-match handshake snub, became a major talking point.
Gujarat Titans are statistically favored to win IPL 2026, with history showing second-place finishers win more often than league leaders. RCB, despite finishing first, faces a tough playoff against GT.
Gujarat Titans are statistically favored to win IPL 2026, as teams finishing second have won the title more often than table-toppers since 2011. RCB leads the league but history suggests otherwise.
Gujarat Titans are statistically favored to win the IPL 2026 title, with history showing second-placed teams win more often than table-toppers. RCB, despite finishing first, faces a historical trend against them.
With Sunrisers Hyderabad's win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the IPL 2026 playoff race is down to four teams. RCB leads the table, followed by GT and SRH. Rajasthan Royals are favorites for the final spot, with Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals also in contention.
Young Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Sakib Hussain achieved a dream moment by dismissing Virat Kohli during SRH's IPL 2026 victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Hussain, 21, has taken 15 wickets in 10 matches this season.
Rajat Patidar reached 100 IPL sixes in 933 balls, surpassing Chris Gayle and ranking third all-time. He achieved this during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, despite RCB's loss, securing a top-two finish.
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs in IPL 2026. Despite the loss, RCB secured the top spot in the league table, powered by explosive batting from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen. RCB's chase focused on reaching 166 runs for a top-two finish, which they achieved.
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs in IPL 2026. Despite the loss, RCB secured a top-two finish in the league table powered by explosive batting from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen.
Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs. SRH posted 255/4, with half-centuries from Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, and Abhishek Sharma. RCB were restricted to 200/9.
