In the third match of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, Rajasthan Royals produced a commanding bowling performance to restrict Chennai Super Kings to a modest total of 128, putting themselves firmly in control of the contest. The innings turned one-sided early, with CSK suffering a dramatic collapse after losing Sanju Samson on the final ball of the second over. From that point on, wickets fell at regular intervals, never allowing the batting side to recover or build momentum. Powerplay Collapse Derails CSK CSK endured a disastrous start, managing just…
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“Sanju Samson Is One Player MS Dhoni Would Want to Pass the Baton To”: Irfan Pathan
Mumbai: As anticipation builds for Season 19 of the Indian Premier League, discussions around the future of stalwarts like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma continue to dominate the narrative. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘IPL Today Live’, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan suggested that the inclusion of Sanju Samson in the Chennai Super Kings setup could signal a transition phase—and possibly Dhoni’s final IPL season. “It looks like this could be MS Dhoni’s last season. The signs are there. CSK have brought in a wicketkeeper-batter like Sanju Samson, someone you…
Read MoreJIOSTAR PUTS TOGETHER AN ALL-STAR AFFAIR THROUGH DEDICATED HINDI DIGITAL FEED FOR TATA IPL 2026
~ For the first time, fans will watch along with TATA IPL champions like R Ashwin, Suresh Raina, Harbhajan Singh as the action unfolds on JioHotstar ~ ~ AB de Villiers, Virender Sehwag, Irfan Pathan, Anil Kumble, Ravi Shastri, Sunil Gavaskar, Michael Clake, Kevin Pietersen, Eoin Morgan, Dale Steyn, Navjot Singh Sidhu, Ajay Jadeja, Sanjay Bangar, Aditya Tare, Piyush Chawla, Russel Arnold are some of the names that will light up JioStar’s presentation across platforms ~ Mumbai : JioStar, the official broadcast and digital partner of the TATA IPL announced…
Read MoreIPL 2026: “We Want to Be a Team That Consistently Scores Big Runs,” Says Shubman Gill
Ahmedabad: Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has set a clear and composed vision for the team ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, emphasising consistency and adaptability as the cornerstones of success. Addressing the media during a pre-season press conference in Ahmedabad, Gill underlined that sustained performance matters more than one-off high scores. “At the end of the day, you have to score more runs than the opposition. Whether it’s a narrow win or a dominant one, the objective remains the same. We are not chasing the idea of…
Read More“Punjab Kings’ Youngsters Are Completely Fearless”: Shashank Singh
Mumbai: After an impressive run in the Indian Premier League 2025 season, Punjab Kings are gearing up to build on their success, with a strong focus on their fearless young brigade. Speaking on ‘JioStar Press Room’, batter Shashank Singh highlighted the mindset and potential of the team’s emerging stars. “The best thing about the youngsters is that they are completely fearless,” Shashank said, referring to players like Nehal Wadhera, Suryansh Shedge, and Harnoor Singh. “They don’t overthink situations. Even after a few dot balls, they move on quickly and focus…
Read More“Credit for Evolution of My Game Goes to Andy Flower and Dinesh Karthik”: Devdutt Padikkal
Bengaluru: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru began their Indian Premier League 2026 campaign in style with a convincing six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. The successful chase was anchored by a composed partnership between Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli, earning praise from experts and teammates alike. Speaking on Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, Padikkal credited Kohli’s guidance during the chase.“It feels great to start the season with a win, especially at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. When I went out to bat, Virat bhai asked me to keep the run-rate up and put…
Read More“Rohit Sharma Has Arrived in His 2.0 Avatar; This Version Will Worry All IPL Teams”: Anil Kumble
Mumbai: Mumbai Indians snapped a 13-season jinx in emphatic fashion, registering a clinical six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in their opening match of the Indian Premier League 2026 season. Speaking on Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, former India captain Anil Kumble heaped praise on Rohit Sharma, calling his performance a sign of a renewed and dangerous phase in his career. “Rohit Sharma seems to have arrived in his 2.0 avatar. The way he struck the ball all around the ground reminded me of his prime. It’s never easy to…
Read MoreRuturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer & Others Headline JioStar’s ‘Ek Hoke Dekh’ IPL 2026 Campaign
Mumbai: JioStar, the official broadcast and digital partner for the Indian Premier League, has unveiled its campaign for the 2026 season titled ‘Ek Hoke Dekh’. The initiative urges fans across the country to unite and celebrate cricket together, reinforcing the league’s unmatched cultural impact. The high-energy campaign film features prominent cricketers including Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Krunal Pandya, Tilak Varma, and Mohammed Siraj. Conceptualised by ZeroFifty and produced by Jamic Films, the film blends storytelling with a vibrant soundtrack to highlight the unifying spirit of the IPL. Set against the…
Read More“Shardul Thakur Never Gets Intimidated by Aggressive Batters”: Irfan Pathan
Mumbai: Mumbai Indians kicked off their TATA IPL campaign in emphatic fashion, chasing down their highest-ever target against Kolkata Knight Riders. The thrilling win sparked detailed analysis from experts on JioHotstar’s ‘Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live’, where Irfan Pathan and Harbhajan Singh shared key insights. Pathan lauded Ryan Rickelton for his match-winning knock, highlighting his superior form and versatility compared to Quinton de Kock.“Rickelton was outstanding. His range, especially on the off-side, stood out. That six over cover was exceptional. His shoulder alignment helps him access those areas…
Read MoreMany Eminent Personalities Honoured with Tiranga Award 2026 in Lucknow
Lucknow: Several distinguished personalities from diverse fields were honoured with the prestigious Tiranga Award 2026 at a grand event held at Rai Umanath Bali Auditorium. The event was organized under the aegis of Alliance Social and Cultural Society. The event was graced by Chief Guest Sudhir S. Halwasiya, along with Special Guests Muralidhar Ahuja and Dilawar Hussain. They jointly felicitated awardees for their outstanding contributions in various sectors including administration, healthcare, arts, sports, literature, and social service. Among those honoured were Ratan Kumar Srivastava, Dr. Salamat Khan, Dr. Sanjeev Mohan,…
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