Harsh Dubey

Anukul Roy joins the India A squad for the upcoming tri-series in Sri Lanka. This change follows Harsh Dubey's maiden call-up to the senior India team for the home series against Afghanistan. The tri-series will feature India A, Sri Lanka A, and Afghanistan A. Anukul Roy has been a valuable player for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026.

India have announced squads for the Afghanistan one-off Test and ODI series, with Ravindra Jadeja rested from the series. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli feature in the ODI squad, though Rohit and Hardik Pandya’s participation remains subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will lead India in both formats, while Gurnoor Brar, Harsh Dubey and Prince Yadav are among the notable inclusions.

India national cricket team retained most of its core squad for the Afghanistan tour, while resting Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah for workload management. New faces like Prince Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, and Harsh Dubey earned call-ups across formats. Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya returned to the ODI setup, while players including Rishabh Pant, Mohammed Siraj, and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

Rishabh Pant has been replaced as Test vice-captain by KL Rahul and dropped from the ODI squad. Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja are rested for workload management and a knee niggle respectively. Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya await fitness clearance for the ODI series. New faces Gurnoor Brar and Manav Suthar earn Test call-ups.

India’s Test squad for the Afghanistan match will be led by Shubman Gill, with KL Rahul replacing Rishabh Pant as vice-captain.

Tilak Varma will lead the 15-member India A squad in a one-day tri-series in Sri Lanka, featuring Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A. The team includes emerging talents like Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Riyan Parag as vice-captain. The series will be followed by two multi-day matches against Sri Lanka A.

Rasikh Salam Dar's fiery yorker dismantled Travis Head's stumps, igniting a passionate celebration from the young pacer and a pumped-up Virat Kohli. Head's aggressive 26 off 16 balls ended abruptly, giving RCB a crucial breakthrough. Defending champions RCB, already playoff-bound in IPL 2026, faced Sunrisers Hyderabad in a key clash.

After the squad announcement, Goenka praised the young fast bowler in a post on X.

Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka lauded teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's inclusion in the India A squad for the Sri Lanka tri-series. The 15-year-old's rapid rise, marked by an U19 World Cup final century, earned praise. Ayush Badoni also features, with selectors focusing on grooming young talent for future international commitments.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins won the toss and chose to bat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2026 playoff clash. Both teams have already secured their playoff berths. Cummins expressed a desire to test strategies and enjoy the game before the serious business of the finals begins. Rajat Patidar returns to captain RCB.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, and Ishan Kishan have etched their names in IPL history, becoming the second trio to score over 500 runs each in a season. This remarkable batting feat fuels SRH's strong IPL 2026 campaign as they aim for a top-two finish.

Pat Cummins won the toss and chose to field as Sunrisers Hyderabad faced Gujarat Titans. The Titans sported a special lavender jersey to support cancer awareness. Both teams, with identical points, retained their playing XIs for the crucial IPL 2026 encounter. Captains Cummins and Gill expressed confidence in their strategies.

Former India coach Ravi Shastri sent Chepauk into a frenzy during the toss by asking Ruturaj Gaikwad if MS Dhoni would play against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The CSK skipper confirmed Dhoni is “not fit enough” due to a calf strain. The must-win IPL 2026 clash carried huge playoff implications for both CSK and SRH.

The Gujarat Titans bowling attack has been quite brilliant in this IPL season and it rose to the occasion once again at the Narendra Modi Stadium to take the team to the top of the IPL points tally and within touching distance of a playoffs berth.

Prince Yadav’s maiden India ODI call-up caps a remarkable rise in Indian cricket. From playing tennis-ball cricket in Najafgarh he has taken the long route to the national side. Spotted by coach Amit Vashishtha because of his yorkers and backed despite multiple setbacks, including a two-year ban for age fudging, Prince has now earned a place in India’s squad for the ODI series against Afghanistan.

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans face off in a crucial IPL 2026 clash in Ahmedabad, with both teams vying for the top spot. SRH, despite a slow start, have found form, while GT are on a winning streak. The match hinges on explosive openers and middle-order performance, with GT's pace attack facing SRH's improved bowling.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders, citing a good batting surface and the team's aggressive approach. KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane also preferred to bat but expressed confidence after a reflective break. Both teams made two changes to their lineups.

Hyderabad and Punjab are poised for a high-scoring IPL 2026 encounter on a batting paradise. Both teams boast explosive Powerplay and middle-overs scoring, with star batsmen set to light up the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Despite recent losses, Punjab's bowlers face a stern test on a pitch favouring batsmen, while Hyderabad aims to rebound.

Sunrisers Hyderabad dominated Punjab Kings with a powerful batting display, setting a formidable target of 235. Despite a valiant effort from Marcus Stoinis and Cooper Connolly, Punjab faltered under pressure. SRH's bowlers, led by Pat Cummins, stifled the opposition, securing a commanding 33-run victory and propelling them to the top of the IPL table.

Sunrisers Hyderabad are on a five-match winning streak, showcasing a potent batting lineup with Sharma and Klaasen in top form. Their bowling attack, led by Malinga, has also been crucial. In contrast, Kolkata Knight Riders are struggling, with recent wins offering a glimmer of hope as they aim to revive their campaign.

Quinton de Kock has been ruled out of Mumbai Indians' match against Sunrisers Hyderabad due to a wrist injury sustained in practice. Ryan Rickelton will replace him at the top of the order. Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first at the Wankhede Stadium.

Mumbai Indians posted a huge 243/5 thanks to Ryan Rickelton's 123. Chasing this target, Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head formed a record opening partnership. Their 129-run stand put Sunrisers Hyderabad in a strong position. This partnership now equals the record for most century stands for the opening wicket in IPL history.

Mumbai Indians players wore black armbands in their IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad to mourn the loss of a support staff member's daughter. Skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and chose to bat, while Rohit Sharma remains sidelined due to recovery. SRH captain Pat Cummins anticipated a challenging pitch.

Mumbai Indians face further setbacks as Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock are unavailable for their IPL clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Skipper Hardik Pandya confirmed Rohit needs more time to recover, while de Kock suffered a wrist injury. Despite these disruptions, Pandya expressed confidence in his team's preparation and opted to bat first.

Mumbai Indians face a critical juncture in IPL 2026, struggling with five losses in seven matches and a historic heavy defeat. Despite a history of comebacks, their current form, marked by team instability and inconsistent performances, is concerning. Meanwhile, Sunrisers Hyderabad arrive on a four-match winning streak, presenting a formidable challenge.

Rajasthan Royals host Sunrisers Hyderabad tonight in Jaipur for a crucial IPL 2026 clash. RR, with 10 points, aim to leverage their strong home record after a recent win. SRH, on a three-match winning streak and bolstered by Pat Cummins' return, present a formidable challenge. Both teams face batting concerns, making this a must-win encounter.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a stunning response to Praful Hinge. Sooryavanshi smashed four consecutive sixes in the opening over. This powerful start set the tone for his innings. He reached his half-century in just 15 balls. This marked his third such rapid fifty this IPL season. Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins returned to action after recovering from a back issue.