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IPL 2025: KKR defeat RR by eight wickets, register first win of the season

Disciplined bowling effort ensures Knight Riders restrict Rajasthan Royals to 151-9 in Guwahati; defending champions then chase target with 15 balls to spare, thanks to opener Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 97

27 March,2025 07:53 AM IST | Agencies

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Punjab Kings all-rounder Stoinis hails fearless Indian youngsters

“Some of the youngsters in the Punjab Kings camp who have never really played the IPL are very impressive,” said the 35-year-old

27 March,2025 08:01 AM IST | PTI

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‘Selfless Shreyas’

PBKS batter Shashank Singh, who smashed unbeaten 44 in 11-run win over GT, reveals skipper Iyer (97 not out) told him to not to think about his century and continue with boundary-hitting

27 March,2025 08:18 AM IST | PTI

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IPL 2025 | "...was the one who changed the game": Ricky Ponting

“It’s a surreal feeling when you win the game, especially when you do it for the team in that situation, it really feels good”

27 March,2025 08:06 AM IST | IANS

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Par score doesn’t exist anymore: Arshdeep on high totals in IPL

“The thought was simple and very clear — make them hit to the off-side, it is not easy to hit there. If they hit a good shot, clap, say well played, and go again

27 March,2025 08:10 AM IST | IANS

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IPL 2025 | "Shashank Singh has beautiful hands and doesn’t move excessively"

Williamson lauded Shashank’s ability to remain composed at the crease while displaying a wide range of attacking strokes

27 March,2025 08:15 AM IST | IANS

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IPL 2025 | "We have a good chance of reaching 300 runs": Heinrich Klaasen

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen feel Orange Brigade have good chance of achieving triple ton total; LSG’s Marsh feels it’s a battle of equals

27 March,2025 08:23 AM IST | N Jagannath Das

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No immediate plans to increase WPL teams: IPL chief

“So, we are hoping this continues to grow. And this augurs very well for not only the tournament, but women’s cricket in general,” he added

27 March,2025 08:25 AM IST | PTI

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Hardik Pandya remains No. 1 T2OI all-rounder

New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy made a significant leap in the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings, breaking into the top five for the first time after his stellar performances against Pakistan in the ongoing five-match series

27 March,2025 08:28 AM IST | IANS

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Seifert’s 97* helps NZ crush Pak to wrap up T20I series 4-1

“After I nearly got hit on the head with that first ball I thought there’s only one way to play,” Seifert said

27 March,2025 08:30 AM IST | AFP

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Aus women complete 3-0 T20I series sweep over NZ

Georgia Voll made the most of her luck, and laid the foundation for Australia’s 180-4 with her 75

27 March,2025 08:37 AM IST | IANS

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Messi-less yet merciless

Despite injured star striker’s absence Argentina thrash Brazil 4-1 for their worst defeat in World Cup Qualifiers

27 March,2025 07:37 AM IST | AP | PTI

Citizens equally responsible for keeping water bodies clean

Within that, it is worth thinking about that there have been warnings against throwing waste, fish, or food into lakes, as it harms the ecosystem

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Nice way to honour ‘Judge’

BCCI Secretary AW Kanmadikar’s recent family-organised birth centenary celebration in Indore must move the establishment and state units to honour cricketing stalwarts in this fashion

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Clayton Murzello

All the world’s a phase; films too!

Hits and flops come and go, as they will. So do notions about Bollywood’s decline. Could the way a movie industry functions be worth a relook, if not a reset, though?

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Kolkata Knight Riders' players celebrate a wicket during the IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals (Pic: X/@KKRiders)

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KKR vs RR: Kolkata bowlers create havoc, restrict Rajasthan to 151 runs

26 March,2025 09:50 PM IST | Sujay Shivalkar

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KKR vs RR: De Kock's unbeaten 97-run knock helps Kolkata win by 8 wick

Despite losing the early wicket of the opener, De Kock made sure to keep the momentum on. The left-hander played an unbeaten knock of 97 runs off 61 deliveries, including 8 fours and 6 sixes. The victory over Rajasthan marked Kolkata Knight Riders' first victory in the IPL 2025

26 March,2025 11:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IPL 2025: Williamson reveals the superpower Abhishek has got in his batting

So far, Abhishek Sharma's premier format has T20Is, but Kane Williamson feels that the Indian has the ability to adapt his game for the longest format as well. Sunrisers Hyderabad will now lock horns with Lucknow Super Giants in their next IPL 2025 clash on March 27

26 March,2025 10:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IPL 2025, KKR vs RR: Ajinkya Rahane wins the toss, opts to bowl

In the ongoing IPL 2025, both teams will look to secure their first win to get an edge in the tournament. For Rajasthan, coming to bat as an Impact Player, Sanju Samson scored 66 runs in the previous match against SRH

26 March,2025 07:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IPL 2025: "Getting 97 in the opening game is...", Shreyas Iyer

Facing just 42 deliveries, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer smashed 97 runs, which included 5 fours and 9 sixes. He fell short by just three runs of completing his maiden IPL century. Following his knock and Shashank Singh's explosive innings, the team posted a total of 243 runs for the loss of five wickets

26 March,2025 06:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IPL 2025 | "You expect Shubman to perform well nine out of ten times": Chopra

In the concluded IPL 2025 match against Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans' skipper Shubman Gill garnered 33 runs off 14 deliveries. His knock came to an end with 2 fours and 3 sixes. Despite the heroic knocks from Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler and Sherfane Rutherford, Gujarat fell short by just 11 runs from chasing the target against Punjab

26 March,2025 06:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

IPL 2025: Shashank reveals the reason for not rotating strike with Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer, who is leading the Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, fell short of his century by just three runs in his 42-ball knock. His innings was laced with 5 fours and 9 sixes. Riding on his knock, Punjab posted a total of 243 runs for the loss of five wickets

26 March,2025 04:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

MCA’s pension hike is better late than never

Instead of organising events, the MCA could invest in supporting upcoming players who struggle to find employment during their formative years

26 March,2025 08:05 AM IST | Mumbai | Jagdish Achrekar

ICC retains umpire Nitin Menon in their Elite Panel

According to BCCI sources, the 50-year-old Madangopal has been promoted to the Emerging Panel which makes him eligible to officiate in overseas Tests and ODIs

26 March,2025 07:56 AM IST | Dubai | PTI

KKR, RR look to overturn defeats

Defending champions Rahane’s Knight Riders and stand-in skipper Riyan Parag’s Royals will seek a quick course correction across departments in tonight’s clash

26 March,2025 07:54 AM IST | Guwahati | PTI

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IPL 2025: KKR vs RCB fever soars, fans exchange friendly banter outside stadium

As IPL 2025 kicked off today with a match between KKR and RCB in Eden Gardens, Kolkata, fans gathered in large numbers electrifying the atmosphere outside the stadium. Fans of both teams engaged in friendly banter, exchanging playful jabs and passionate chants, setting the perfect tone for an intense season opener. From face-painted superfans to enthusiastic chants the IPL spirit is alive and kicking.

22 March,2025 09:21 PM IST