Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer sustained a wrist injury during their IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans but appeared in good spirits post-match. Debutant Cooper Connolly's maiden half-century guided Punjab to a three-wicket victory in their opening game.
"I could have got Prasidh on earlier, but we were in the game until the end, there will always be ifs and buts. But he came at the right time, took wickets and kept us in the game until the 17th and 18th over," Gill said after the match.
Videos of the incident later circulated on social media, showing the staff struggling to manage the covers in the rain and wind. At one point, two members fell while trying to stop the covers from being lifted.
Lahore Qalandars stars Sikandar Raza and Shaheen Shah Afridi face hotel security breach allegations. Police claim "unauthorised" visitors were escorted into their room despite refusals. Raza denies forced entry, stating they were family and friends and Afridi assisted him. He claims ignorance of SOPs and a shorter visit than reported.
Despite Chennai Super Kings' dismal IPL 2026 opener, Jamie Overton delivered a record-breaking performance. Walking in at 82/8, Overton scored 43 off 36 balls, the highest score by a CSK batter at No. 8 or below, surpassing MS Dhoni's previous record. His defiant knock offered a rare highlight in a match dominated by Rajasthan Royals.
The development comes at a time when Bangladesh authorities were reviewing a ban on IPL telecast. With the deal now terminated, there is no immediate option for the tournament to return to television screens in the country.
Ravindra Jadeja marked a significant return to Rajasthan Royals after 17 years with a stellar 2/18 spell against Chennai Super Kings. His crucial wickets, coupled with the bowlers' collective effort, restricted CSK to 127. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's rapid half-century and a dominant chase by Jaiswal and Parag secured an eight-wicket victory for RR.
Rohit Sharma achieved a major IPL milestone. He became the first capped player to participate in all 19 seasons. Sharma marked the occasion with a strong batting performance. He scored 78 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders. Mumbai Indians successfully chased a large target. This victory secured a six-wicket win for Mumbai.
Lahore Qalandars stars Shaheen Afridi and Sikandar Raza reportedly flouted PSL security rules, allowing unauthorized visitors into a hotel room. This breach, despite denied requests, has prompted an official inquiry. The Pakistan Cricket Board faces a disciplinary decision, with potential fines or bans, as the tournament grapples with heightened security and fuel shortage concerns.
Actress Sara Arjun graced the Wankhede Stadium with her family, witnessing Mumbai Indians' thrilling six-wicket IPL victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. This win marked MI's first opening-game success since 2012, fueled by stellar performances from Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton. KKR's strong total was overcome by MI's dominant batting, delighting fans and celebrity guests alike.
Virat Kohli etched his name in IPL history, playing his 19th consecutive season for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He anchored RCB's chase with an unbeaten 69, guiding them to a six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Devdutt Padikkal's explosive 61 set the stage for the dominant win, while Ishan Kishan's 80 was the highlight for SRH.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru began their IPL 2026 season with a strong six-wicket win against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Virat Kohli led the chase with an unbeaten 69. Devdutt Padikkal also played a crucial role with a quickfire 61. The team paid tribute to fans lost last year. This victory sets a positive tone for RCB's campaign.
Virat Kohli's dropped catch in the IPL opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad was a moment of drama, but he later redeemed himself by dismissing the same batter. Ishan Kishan's explosive 80 powered SRH to 201/9, despite a strong bowling performance from RCB's Jacob Duffy. The match saw several crucial wickets fall, with Kishan's innings being a highlight.