Former Australia opener and coach Justin Langer is the leading candidate for England's Test head coach position after Brendon McCullum's sacking. The ECB aims to appoint a new coach before next month's Pakistan series, with Langer's franchise commitments posing a potential hurdle.
Following his historic century at Lord's, former India coach Ravi Shastri has publicly supported Rohit Sharma, urging team management to let him decide his retirement timing amidst ongoing speculation. Sharma himself stated his focus remains on batting and contributing to the team's success, unaffected by external criticism.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri has questioned the team's decision to keep 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi out of the playing XI for the Ireland and England T20 series. Shastri believes the young batting prodigy, who impressed in the IPL, should have been given a chance, especially in Ireland, calling him an 'X-factor' with no fear.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri expressed surprise at 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's exclusion from the playing XI for T20 series against Ireland and England, despite his IPL success. Shastri believes the young prodigy's X-factor and fearless approach warrant an immediate debut.
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.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri believes teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could debut for India next month, urging selectors to fast-track the Rajasthan Royals opener into the T20 setup, possibly on the Ireland tour.
Ravi Shastri believes CSK should learn from their 7-wicket loss to LSG, despite it hurting playoff hopes. He noted the difficult pitch and CSK's 187 score, highlighting areas for improvement in bowling and batting form.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, has taken IPL 2026 by storm with 404 runs in 10 matches including a century and two fifties. Kapil Dev declined to comment on the teenage sensation, saying commentators who follow the game more closely are better placed to judge. Sooryavanshi's performances have sparked discussions about a possible India call-up for the T20I series against Ireland and England later this year.
Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful chase in IPL history, defeating Delhi Capitals after DC posted 264/2 with KL Rahul's unbeaten 152. Post-match, co-owner Preity Zinta gave young batter Priyansh Arya a playful punch on the stomach, with his surprised reaction going viral. Captain Shreyas Iyer scored an unbeaten 71 to guide Punjab to victory with seven balls remaining.
