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Sri Lanka secured a 41-run victory over the West Indies in their opening ODI, thanks to stellar performances from Pathum Nissanka (79) and Kusal mendis (72). Their crucial partnership propelled Sri Lanka to 303/7. Despite a spirited chase led by Shai Hope, the West Indies were bowled out for 262, with Dushmantha Chameera taking four wickets.

Gujarat Titans faced an unlucky start in Qualifier 1 as Sai Sudharsan was dismissed hit wicket after his bat slipped and dislodged the bails. This followed a massive 254/5 posted by Royal Challengers Bengaluru, powered by Rajat Patidar's explosive 93. The early wicket put immense pressure on the Titans' chase.

Sunrisers Hyderabad face Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 Eliminator in Mullanpur, with the winner moving to Qualifier 2. SRH hold a dominant 14-9 head-to-head edge and have beaten RR six straight times since 2022. A high-scoring pitch is expected, with key battles featuring Travis Head vs Jofra Archer and Pat Cummins against Riyan Parag in a must-win clash.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup squad picture is beginning to take shape as nations across every group unveil preliminary and final rosters ahead of the expanded tournament in North America. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo potentially making history to major omissions, emerging talents and final roster deadlines, national teams are entering the decisive phase of preparation before football’s biggest global spectacle officially begins.

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.

Peshawar Zalmi secured their second PSL title, their first since 2017, by defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen in the final. Captain Babar Azam finally lifted a trophy as leader, while Aaron Hardie starred with both bat and ball, scoring an unbeaten 56 and taking 4 wickets to guide Zalmi to victory.

Babar Azam captained Peshawar Zalmi to their maiden Pakistan Super League title, defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets. Despite a golden duck in the final, Azam concluded the tournament as the leading run-scorer with an impressive 588 runs. Former cricketers congratulated him on this significant captaincy achievement.

Babar Azam's spectacular century propelled Peshawar Zalmi to the PSL final, defeating Islamabad United. His unbeaten 103 powered Zalmi to 221, a total too daunting for United. This remarkable innings marked Babar's fourth PSL century, equalling a record, and his ninth T20 hundred as captain, a new global benchmark.

Babar Azam’s century led Peshawar Zalmi to a dominant win, earning praise from Basit Ali and Kamran Akmal. They credited his partnership with Kusal mendis but stressed it shouldn’t define his international form. Basit said, “There is a world of difference between international cricket and PSL,” adding such performances must be replicated at the highest level to silence critics.

Rajasthan Royals aim to extend their winning streak against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Jaipur. The previous encounter saw SRH secure a dominant 57-run victory. Both teams are in strong form, with RR currently second and SRH fourth in the IPL 2026 standings.

A childhood viewing of Saajan inspired Sri Lankan actor Shehan Malik to learn Hindi and chase Bollywood dreams. Now in India for IPL 2026, the Kegalle-born content creator reflects on discovering language through films, playing junior cricket with Kusal mendis and Niroshan Dickwella, and experiencing India’s intense cricket fandom firsthand.

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.

Shehzad pointed to questions asked to Kusal mendis, who is currently playing in the PSL.

mendis, who was signed by Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL player auction in February for PKR 4.2 crore, was speaking after his team’s 76-run win over Lahore Qalandars in Karachi. The 31-year-old scored 74 off 48 balls and was named Player of the Match.

Sunrisers Hyderabad aim for a third consecutive win at home against Delhi Capitals, buoyed by recent bowling successes. Despite an inconsistent batting lineup, SRH faces a DC side that recently bounced back with a strong chase. Historically, DC has a slight edge in Hyderabad.

Babar, however, could not find rhythm and was dismissed for 18 off 20 balls. Babar Azam's slow strike rate in T20s has been a topic of discussion in recent times, and Steve Smith denying him a single in the Big Bash League (BBL) earlier was a topic of discussion in cricketing circles.

Peshawar Zalmi captain Babar Azam survived a helmet blow from Ubaid Shah but continued batting after checks. He later scored 43 and shared a 109-run stand with Kusal mendis to steady the innings. Babar also became the first player to reach 4000 PSL runs. He noted changing conditions but backed his team’s strong spin attack.

The incident took place in the final over of Quetta’s innings. Ali Raza bowled a waist-high no-ball to Usman Tariq on the fourth delivery. On the next ball, which was a free hit, Abrar Ahmed was on strike.

The clip surfaced after Zalmi’s match in the ongoing 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League and showed a light exchange during a public interaction. "Aaj saari nazar utaar denge," a person is heard saying in the video.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young pace duo, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, will be key against Chennai Super Kings. Hinge impressed with 4/34 in the last match, supported by Hussain's four wickets. CSK, despite recent wins, face bowling challenges with Khaleel Ahmed out injured and MS Dhoni still unavailable.

Rajasthan Royals, undefeated in four matches, aim to extend their dominance against an inconsistent Sunrisers Hyderabad. RR's strong batting and improved bowling, led by Archer and Bishnoi, pose a significant threat. SRH, struggling with form and bowling, rely heavily on Head and Klaasen to challenge the league leaders.

Punjab Kings opted to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a day game, a strategy that has worked well for them recently. Skipper Shreyas Iyer backed his young team to express themselves. SRH, despite preferring to bowl, are confident in setting a competitive target, with Ishan Kishan leading the side and two changes in their lineup.

Babar Azam silenced critics by becoming the fastest T20 player to 12,000 runs in just 338 innings, surpassing Chris Gayle. He achieved this milestone during a dominant performance for Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL, remaining unbeaten on 87. This record-breaking feat came after Azam expressed frustration over comparisons with Virat Kohli.

Punjab Kings, in strong form, face an inconsistent Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. PBKS have shown balance with impressive batting and bowling performances, while SRH's top order and bowling unit have struggled for consistency. The match is expected to be a high-scoring affair on a batting-friendly pitch with no rain expected.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, buoyed by a dominant 65-run victory over KKR, returns home to face Lucknow Super Giants. SRH's strong batting and bowling performance sets a confident tone. LSG, however, seeks to rebound after a disappointing loss to Delhi Capitals. This clash promises an intriguing contest between a high-flying SRH and a determined LSG.

Sri Lanka Cricket has cleared young pacer Eshan Malinga for IPL 2026, with Sunrisers Hyderabad expecting his arrival soon. However, key players like Hasaranga and Pathirana are still awaiting clearance due to missed fitness tests. Nuwan Thushara's status also remains uncertain under SLC's strict policy. Several others have already received their NOCs.

Yuvraj Singh shared how his advice on footwork helped Sanju Samson overcome a career slump. Samson's improved technique was evident in the 2026 T20 World Cup. He became India's top scorer and Player of the Tournament. Samson's final innings set a new record for the highest individual score in a T20 World Cup final.

Mendy will take City to an employment tribunal in a bid to recoup what the French left-back believes were "unauthorised deductions from wages" after he was charged with rape and sexual assault two years ago.