Yashasvi Jaiswal

Priyansh Arya made IPL history by hitting Mitchell Starc for six off the first ball in Dharamsala, marking his third such feat. This places him second behind Yashasvi Jaiswal, who also hit Starc for an opening ball six earlier this season. The match saw Delhi Capitals opt to field after winning the toss.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi's stellar IPL 2026 season continues with an unbeaten 82, guiding Kolkata Knight Riders to a colossal 247/2 against Gujarat Titans. This marks his fifth 50-plus score, placing him among KKR's elite and in rare company league-wide for batsmen his age. His composure and acceleration were key in KKR's third-highest total ever.

Yashasvi Jaiswal is captaining Rajasthan Royals for the first time in IPL 2026 against Gujarat Titans due to Riyan Parag's hamstring injury. Jaiswal won the toss and opted to bowl first, confirming Parag's expected quick return. Gujarat Titans also would have preferred to bowl, with Shubman Gill emphasizing the team's confidence in close wins.

Urvil Patel etched his name in IPL history by smashing a 13-ball half-century for Chennai Super Kings against Lucknow Super Giants. This explosive innings equalled Yashasvi Jaiswal's record for the fastest fifty in the tournament. Patel, a 27-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Gujarat, has a proven track record of rapid scoring in domestic cricket.

Urvil Patel unleashed an explosive batting display, smashing 25 runs off Avesh Khan in the fifth over and another 25 off Digvesh Rathi in the sixth. He became the first batter in IPL history to hit six sixes in his first eight balls, racing to 41. Patel then achieved a breathtaking half-century in just 13 balls, equalling the IPL record.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shafali Verma received notices from India’s anti-doping agency NADA after missing scheduled dope tests, leading to their first “whereabouts failure.” The Board of Control for Cricket in India confirmed the development and said it would ensure stricter compliance, especially with cricket returning to the Olympics in 2028.

Yashasvi Jaiswal's first IPL captaincy ended in a crushing 77-run defeat for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans. Despite a strong start from GT's Gill and Sudharsan, RR's bowling attack struggled, and their batting lineup was subsequently bundled out for 152. Jaiswal defended star pacer Jofra Archer, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of cricket.

Ravindra Jadeja is poised to rejoin Rajasthan Royals for their vital IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants, having missed the previous game due to a knee niggle. His return offers a boost as RR, currently sixth, seeks to regain momentum after three consecutive losses. Jadeja's presence is crucial for their playoff aspirations in the league's final stretch.

The Rajasthan Royals are under pressure as they prepare to host the Lucknow Super Giants in a vital encounter in Jaipur. With playoff dreams hanging by a thread after three straight defeats, a fierce fightback is essential. Lucknow, despite being out of the playoff race, are riding high on momentum, powered by the explosive Mitchell Marsh.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a sensational 93 off 38 balls as Rajasthan Royals defeated Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets to stay alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race. Mitchell Marsh’s 96 had powered LSG to 220/5 earlier, but Sooryavanshi’s fearless hitting and Dhruv Jurel’s unbeaten fifty guided RR to a stunning chase in Jaipur.

A crucial IPL 2026 clash sees Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals fighting for playoff survival. Delhi's home struggles and batting woes contrast with Rajasthan's inconsistent batting despite Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's brilliance. Both teams face immense pressure, as another loss could derail their playoff aspirations in this must-win encounter.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill shared a heartwarming moment with his father before a sensational 84 off 44 balls. His explosive innings, alongside Sai Sudharsan's 55, powered GT to a massive 229/4 against Rajasthan Royals. Washington Sundar also contributed a crucial unbeaten 37.

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan achieved a significant milestone for Gujarat Titans, registering their sixth century partnership for the opening wicket in IPL 2026. This remarkable feat against Rajasthan Royals matches the IPL record held by legendary opening pairs from Sunrisers Hyderabad. The duo's dominant performance once again provided a strong foundation for their team.

RR made three changes with Sandeep Sharma, Sushant Mishra and Lhuan-dre Pretorious coming into the playing XI.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 93 off 38 balls stunned Lucknow Super Giants, leading Rajasthan Royals to a dominant seven-wicket victory. Even rival owner Sanjiv Goenka applauded the young prodigy's breathtaking innings, which effectively sealed the match and moved Rajasthan closer to the playoffs. Sooryavanshi's remarkable knock, featuring rapid scoring bursts, showcased a maturity beyond his years.

Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name in IPL history by hitting a first-ball six off Mitchell Starc, marking his fourth such instance. This feat placed him atop the list for most first-ball sixes in IPL innings. However, his explosive start was cut short as Starc dismissed him on the third ball, and Rajasthan Royals faced early pressure.

Delhi Capitals opted to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals in a vital IPL 2026 encounter. Both teams are desperate for a win to keep their playoff aspirations alive. Delhi introduced debutant Tripurana Vijay, while Rajasthan welcomed back captain Riyan Parag. Rajasthan also handed a debut to Ravi Singh and included Adam Milne.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 93 powered Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, chasing a massive 221. His fearless batting, coupled with Yashasvi Jaiswal's quickfire 43 and Dhruv Jurel's composed 53, kept RR's playoff hopes alive. Mitchell Marsh's 96 had earlier set a formidable target for LSG.

Ravi Singh debuts for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL against Delhi Capitals. The uncapped Railways batter replaces Ravindra Jadeja. Singh was bought for ₹95 lakh and impressed in domestic T20s. He is known for his aggressive batting. Rajasthan Royals hopes he makes an immediate impact as they push for the playoffs.

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan of Gujarat Titans achieved a significant IPL milestone, registering their ninth century opening partnership. This feat equals the record held by Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle, placing them second for most century stands by any pair. The duo also matched the record for most opening wicket century stands with six.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created IPL history by becoming the first Indian batter to hit 50 sixes in a single season. The 15-year-old smashed 93 off 38 balls, including 10 sixes, for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants. His explosive innings helped Rajasthan stay in the chase after Mitchell Marsh’s 96 powered LSG to 220/5.

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

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.

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored another half-century for Rajasthan Royals. He is now third in franchise history for 50-plus scores. This places him alongside Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson. Punjab Kings posted a large total. Rajasthan Royals chased but fell short. Jaiswal's consistent performance continues to impress.

Rajasthan Royals face a crucial final week in the IPL league phase, needing wins to secure a playoff spot after two consecutive defeats. Their bowling discipline is a major concern, having conceded over 200 runs in their last four games. The team is looking to Jofra Archer and their bowling combination to improve against Delhi Capitals.

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.