Two of the most high profile teams in the IPL were playing at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday evening. I was looking forward to watching the riveting action. But I was denied the IPL pass despite being a former Test player. It is quite humiliating to be told that my name is not on the roster of the Mumbai Cricket Association. Having played a Test match for India at the Wankhede in 1977, played cricket in Mumbai as a registered MCA cricketer from 1973, being in the Managing Committee in 1989 and 1990 apart from being a Chief Guest at many MCA tournaments/ functions, one has to still endure such humiliation. It also shows how much a former, old cricketer is valued in today’s world. It was in 1976 when I went to Mr SK Wankhede, asking for a pass for the India versus New Zealand Test match (my neighbour Ravi Shastri referred to the Test the other day during his acceptance speech for the stand honour). I told Mr Wankhede then that I will be playing the next Test (vs England in the same 1976-77 season) at his stadium, so I will not bother him thereafter. Mr Wankhede himself relayed the story in a function before the 1977 Test against England at a function. A little less than 50 years later, a full circle has emerged. The Test player pass story has haunted me for the last four to five years; often ending up being given one in the stands as a goodwill gesture. I guess one has to accept that the past is irrelevant — “What do they know of cricket, that only cricket know?” One wonders if the people at MCA know who penned this and I don’t expect them to know about CLR James. This piece is not to seek sympathy, it is to highlight the reality that many former cricketers face. The writer is the first Test player (in 1977) to take five catches in an innings after Australia’s Vic Richardson did so in 1936.
13 April,2026 09:46 AM IST | Mumbai | A CorrespondentPhil Salt was at his attacking best at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday night, taking the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) way past the 200-mark (240-4) against Mumbai Indians (MI). Put in to bat, Salt (36-ball 78, 6x4, 6x6) was fearless. He took only 10 singles and four doubles during his knock, while as many as 60 runs came through fours and sixes. The Englishman’s inside-out four through covers off pacer Trent Boult in the first over, was the outcome of some fine footwork and accurate placement between covers and mid-off. He then executed a Rohit Sharma-like pull shot to smash Boult for a six over square leg. Salt’s second, third and fourth sixes of the innings came in three successive balls when he hammered left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner on the leg side, taking 22 runs off the over. Salt’s half-century came in a mere 25 balls, through a cracking four off spinner Mayank Markande, between long-on and deep mid-wicket. Salt and opening partner Virat Kohli’s partnership was worth 71 after just six overs. Shardul Thakur eventually broke the 120-run opening stand, dismissing Salt through MI captain Hardik Pandya at covers. Besides Salt, Kohli (38-ball 50, 5x4, 1x6) and skipper Rajat Patidar (20-ball 53, 4x4, 5x6) also helped themselves to half-centuries. Kohli, who was beaten on the very first ball he faced while trying to flick Boult, showcased some exemplary wrist work and footwork to hit the pacer for a couple of boundaries. Kohli reached his second 50 of this IPL in 37 balls. Earlier, players from both MI and RCB teams wore black armbands and observed a minute’s silence to pay tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away on Sunday.
13 April,2026 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | Subodh MayureIn the IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) emerged victorious by 18 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. After securing a dominating win, RCB's skipper Rajat Patidar said, "I think, you know, whenever we come here in Mumbai, especially at this ground, the atmosphere, the fans, and playing along with them and playing in a full-packed stadium - that's a different feeling. It was, I would say it's a more clarity about every individual, I would say (on the strong batting). And the way Virat Bhai and Salt started the innings, I think that kept us in the driving seat. Then a good cameo by me and Tim (David), I think that was a pure team effort. To be honest, people used to say that I love playing spin, but if someone asks me, I would say I love playing pace. And playing pace on this track, I think it's a very good track to play a fast bowler. So I think I love (facing) fast bowling. I don't know yet, but I think he, I feel that he's okay right now (on Virat Kohli)". On the other hand, MI's captain Hardik Pandya said, "Yes (lost too many wickets) and at the same point of time, I think we conceded way too many (runs) as well. I think that was always going to be catch-up. I think in the last couple of games, as a bowling unit or even as a batting unit, we’ve been catching up in the game rather than leading the game. We really need to reflect, really need to see what best we can do and how we can get that momentum and that click which we require. We have a couple of days off from here and we’ll play again. To be very honest, now a lot of things need to be rethought. Definitely, it’s not working. A couple of games we have won the toss, but maybe we need to see what other options we have as a batting group or bowling group. Looking at the kind of wicket it’s playing, if we can bat well, that would be good. We still need to play good cricket, we need to bat well, we need to bowl well. If we do that, then irrespective of the toss, we’ll be fine. That’s what we are planning and talking about, how do we get some momentum in the powerplay. Because if you see, in both batting and bowling, we are kind of trying to catch up in the powerplay. As you said, a lot of options will be asked and explored. We’ll see what we can do in the next game. When we got him (Rutherford), it was always exciting for us. We always knew the kind of potential and the kind of power he has. The way he batted gives us extra cushion and at the same time confidence that if we want to make some changes or see what the team requires, we can definitely do that because of the way he’s batting". IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Second innings' summary In an attempt to chase a target of 241 runs, the "Paltan" managed to score 222 runs for the loss of five wickets in 20 overs. MI's wicketkeeper-batsman Ryan Rickelton scored 37 runs in 22 balls, including three boundaries and the same number of maximums. Fellow opening batsman Rohit Sharma registered 19 runs in 13 balls, with the help of two boundaries and a maximum before retiring out. Suryakumar Yadav departed after scoring 33 runs off 22 balls, laced with five boundaries. Tilak Varma returned to the pavilion on the score of one run in three balls. Skipper Hardik Pandya smashed 40 runs in 22 balls, with the help of six boundaries and a maximum. Naman Dhir also scored one run in two balls. Impact Player, Sherfane Rutherford delivered a stunning knock of an unbeaten 71 runs off just 31 deliveries, laced with a boundary and nine maximums. Mitchell Santner, too, stayed unbeaten and scored eight runs in six balls, including a boundary. RCB's Suyash Sharma returned with the figures of two wickets for 47 runs in four overs. Jacob Duffy, Krunal Pandya, and Impact Player, Rasikh Salam, bagged one wicket each. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Romario Shepherd went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against MI.
13 April,2026 12:24 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) emerged victorious by 18 runs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. In an attempt to chase a target of 241 runs, the "Paltan" managed to score 222 runs for the loss of five wickets in 20 overs. MI's wicketkeeper-batsman Ryan Rickelton scored 37 runs in 22 balls, including three boundaries and the same number of maximums. Fellow opening batsman Rohit Sharma registered 19 runs in 13 balls, with the help of two boundaries and a maximum before retiring out. Suryakumar Yadav departed after scoring 33 runs off 22 balls, laced with five boundaries. Tilak Varma returned to the pavilion on the score of one run in three balls. Skipper Hardik Pandya smashed 40 runs in 22 balls, with the help of six boundaries and a maximum. Naman Dhir also scored one run in two balls. Impact Player, Sherfane Rutherford delivered a stunning knock of an unbeaten 71 runs off just 31 deliveries, laced with a boundary and nine maximums. Mitchell Santner, too, stayed unbeaten and scored eight runs in six balls, including a boundary. RCB's Suyash Sharma returned with the figures of two wickets for 47 runs in four overs. Jacob Duffy, Krunal Pandya, and Impact Player, Rasikh Salam, bagged one wicket each. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Romario Shepherd went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against MI. IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: First innings' summary Earlier in the first innings of the match, Bengaluru posted a total of 240 runs for the loss of four wickets in 20 overs. Having put to bat first, RCB's opening batsman Phil Salt smashed 78 runs in just 36 balls, which also included six boundaries and the same number of maximums. Stalwart Virat Kohli registered 50 runs after facing 38 balls. During his knock, he registered five boundaries and a maximum. Skipper Rajat Patidar delivered an explosive knock of 53 runs. Facing just 20 balls, he smashed four boundaries and five towering maximums. Later, Tim David smashed an unbeaten 34 runs in just 16 balls, with the help of two boundaries and three maximums. Wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh Sharma was dismissed for 10 runs in nine balls, including a boundary. Along with David, Romario Shepherd stayed unbeaten on two runs in two balls. With this, RCB posted a total of 240 runs for the loss of four wickets in 20 overs. MI's Shardul Thakur, Trent Boult, Hardik Pandya, Mitchell Santner, and Shardul Thakur bagged one wicket each. Jasprit Bumrah and Mayank Markande went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against RCB.
13 April,2026 12:17 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Mumbai Indians (MI) have reached the score of 99 runs for the loss of two wickets after the completion of 10 overs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. With an aim of chasing the target of 241 runs, MI's opening batsman Rohit Sharma scored 19 runs in 13 balls, including two boundaries, before retiring hurt. Wicketkeeper-batsman Ryan Rickelton registered 37 runs after facing 22 balls, with the help of three boundaries and the same number of maximums. Tilak Varma departed on a low score as he scored just one run in three balls. Suryakumar Yadav and skipper Hardik Pandya are unbeaten at the crease. Facing 17 balls, Suryakumar has registered 27 runs, including four boundaries. Pandya has also scored 12 runs off five balls, with the help of a boundary and a maximum. RCB's Suyash Sharma has bagged two wickets by conceding 22 runs in two overs. Jacob Duffy, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Krunal Pandya, and Impact Player, Rasikh Salam, are yet to claim their first wickets. IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: First innings' summary Earlier in the first innings of the match, Bengaluru posted a total of 240 runs for the loss of four wickets in 20 overs. Having put to bat first, RCB's opening batsman Phil Salt smashed 78 runs in just 36 balls, which also included six boundaries and the same number of maximums. Stalwart Virat Kohli registered 50 runs after facing 38 balls. During his knock, he registered five boundaries and a maximum. Skipper Rajat Patidar delivered an explosive knock of 53 runs. Facing just 20 balls, he smashed four boundaries and five towering maximums. Later, Tim David smashed an unbeaten 34 runs in just 16 balls, with the help of two boundaries and three maximums. Wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh Sharma was dismissed for 10 runs in nine balls, including a boundary. Along with David, Romario Shepherd stayed unbeaten on two runs in two balls. With this, RCB posted a total of 240 runs for the loss of four wickets in 20 overs. MI's Shardul Thakur, Trent Boult, Hardik Pandya, Mitchell Santner, and Shardul Thakur bagged one wicket each. Jasprit Bumrah and Mayank Markande went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against RCB.
12 April,2026 10:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Gujarat Titans (GT) emerged victorious by seven wickets at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground in Lucknow. After securing a dominating victory in the match, GT's skipper Shubman Gill said that the Titans' bowling display in the power play was impressive. "The way we bowled in the powerplay was very impressive and how we kept up the pressure in the middle overs was tremendous. [On Rashid Khan] Makes my life very easy, the way Rashid is bowling at the moment. Getting us back in the game every time another bowler is under pressure," he said. He also heaped praise on other bowlers, who played a crucial role in the first essay of the match. "That got us back in the game, the way Siraj bowled. And even KG (Kagiso Rabada), he went for runs but he was spot on with the lengths," said Gill. "Back-to-back fifties for me and Jos, so very happy to be in form," he added. IPL 2026: LSG skipper Rishabh Pant expresses his views following the loss against GT On the other hand, Luckow's captain, Rishabh Pant, stated his team didn't score enough runs. "See, definitely not enough runs. There's nothing. From the fact that they bowled well. I think in a wicket like this, a score like 170 to 180 is a really good score. But, you know, the wicket kept on falling, and they put enough pressure on us to get those wickets going. There were opportunities in the game. We just couldn't grab it enough," he said. He also said that the management is not pressurising the players. Despite defeat, the skipper also added that there is trust and belief in the team. "See, definitely it's a great lineup. But the tournament has just started here, you know. We're not putting pressure on players because, especially the senior guys, they know what to do. Yeah, there are times when you perform and you just can't. But at the same time, you know, the trust and belief in the camp is enough. And we know he's going to come soon enough. It's always positive," Pant concluded. (With ANI Inputs)
12 April,2026 09:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have reached the score of 115 runs without losing any wickets in 10 overs at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Having put to bat first, RCB's opening Phil Salt and Virat Kohli are showcasing an exceptional display with the willow. Facing 35 balls, Salt has already scored 78 runs, including six boundaries and the same number of maximums, whereas Kohli has garnered 35 runs off 25 deliveries, laced with four boundaries and a maximum. MI's Trent Boult, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Mitchell Santner, and Mayank Markande are yet to claim any wickets. Earlier, MI skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl against Bengaluru in Mumbai. The "Paltan" entered the clash with two changes, where Mayank Markande and Mitchell Santner will come in place of Deepak Chahar and Allah Ghazanfar, respectively. After winning the toss, MI's skipper Pandya said, "We’re going to bowl first. Looks like a good track. We played the first game on the other pitch, this looks similar. It’s always good to bat second here. I think it’s a big game. Just want to come out and play our best cricket, do the things we’ve spoken about in the meetings, and just enjoy the sport. We requested good wickets and we’ve been getting them. As long as you land the ball right as a bowler and play the right shots as a batter, you’re in the game. Over the years at Wankhede, chasing has worked for a lot of teams. Being our home ground, dew comes in later as well. So it’s good to know what you’re chasing, you can plan your innings accordingly. Mayank Markande and Mitchell Santner come in for Chahar and Ghazanfar". On the other hand, Josh Hazlewood made way for Jacob Duffy in the Royal Challengers' team. RCB's captain Rajat Patidar said, "Obviously would have bowled first. But as you all know, it’s a good batting track. The ball comes nicely onto the bat with good bounce. So honestly, it won’t make too much difference. We’ll try to put a good total on the board and keep them under pressure. This is our fourth game. The way we’ve played the last few matches, there are a lot of positives. In the last match, we were 97 for 6 and still managed to score over 200. That’s a positive sign for us. We enjoy it a lot here. Whenever we come, we see great crowds. It’s challenging, but at the same time, fun and exciting. Just one change, Duffy comes in place of Hazlewood". IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Confirmed Playing XI Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (WK), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Mayank Markande. Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Suyash Sharma.
12 April,2026 09:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Gujarat Titans (GT) emerged victorious by seven wickets at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground in Lucknow. With an aim of chasing the target of 165 runs, GT scored 165 runs for the loss of three wickets in 18.4 overs. Opening the innings, Sai Sudharsan departed on 15 runs in 14 balls, which included three boundaries. Skipper Shubman Gill smashed 56 runs off 40 balls, with the help of six boundaries and a maximum. Wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler garnered 60 runs in 37 balls, laced with 11 boundaries. Washington Sundar and Rahul Tewatia stayed unbeaten. Facing 13 balls, Sundar accumulated 21 runs, including two boundaries and a maximum. On the other hand, Tewatia's knock of eight balls included a boundary. LSG's Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, and Digvesh Rathi registered one wicket each to their names. Impact Player, George Linde, Avesh Khan and Aiden Markram went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against Gujarat. IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants vs Gujarat Titans: First innings' summary Earlier in the first essay of the game, LSG posted a total of 164 runs for the loss of eight wickets in 20 overs. Having put to bat first, LSG's opening batsman Aiden Markram scored 30 runs in 21 balls, including five boundaries and a maximum. Fellow opening batsman Mitchell Marsh was dismissed on 11 runs in four balls, with the help of a boundary and a maximum. Skipper and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant managed to score 18 runs in 11 balls, with the help of two boundaries and a maximum. Ayush Badoni also departed on nine runs in 11 balls, which included a boundary. Nicholas Pooran returned to the pavilion after scoring 19 runs in 21 balls. Abdul Samad and Mukul Choudhary registered the scores of 18 runs each. Facing 22 balls, Samad smashed two boundaries, whereas Choudhary smashed a boundary and a maximum in his 14-ball knock. Impact Player, George Linde scored 16 runs in 10 balls, with the help of three boundaries. Mohammed Shami scored an unbeaten 12 runs off five balls, including a boundary and a maximum. Along with him, Avesh Khan stayed unbeaten on four runs in one ball, including a boundary. GT's Prasidh Krishna returned with the figures of four wickets for 28 runs in four overs. Ashok Sharma bagged two wickets by leaking 32 runs in his spell of four overs. Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada claimed one wicket each. Star spinner Rashid Khan went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against LSG.
12 April,2026 07:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya has won the toss and elected to bowl first at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The "Paltan" will enter the clash with two changes, where Mayank Markande and Mitchell Santner will come in place of Deepak Chahar and Allah Ghazanfar, respectively. After winning the toss, MI's skipper Pandya said, "We’re going to bowl first. Looks like a good track. We played the first game on the other pitch, this looks similar. It’s always good to bat second here. I think it’s a big game. Just want to come out and play our best cricket, do the things we’ve spoken about in the meetings, and just enjoy the sport. We requested good wickets and we’ve been getting them. As long as you land the ball right as a bowler and play the right shots as a batter, you’re in the game. Over the years at Wankhede, chasing has worked for a lot of teams. Being our home ground, dew comes in later as well. So it’s good to know what you’re chasing, you can plan your innings accordingly. Mayank Markande and Mitchell Santner come in for Chahar and Ghazanfar". On the other hand, Josh Hazlewood will make way for Jacob Duffy in the Royal Challengers' team. RCB's captain Rajat Patidar said, "Obviously would have bowled first. But as you all know, it’s a good batting track. The ball comes nicely onto the bat with good bounce. So honestly, it won’t make too much difference. We’ll try to put a good total on the board and keep them under pressure. This is our fourth game. The way we’ve played the last few matches, there are a lot of positives. In the last match, we were 97 for 6 and still managed to score over 200. That’s a positive sign for us. We enjoy it a lot here. Whenever we come, we see great crowds. It’s challenging, but at the same time, fun and exciting. Just one change, Duffy comes in place of Hazlewood". IPL 2026, Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Confirmed Playing XI Mumbai Indians: Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton (WK), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Mayank Markande. Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (C), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jacob Duffy, Suyash Sharma.
12 April,2026 07:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndia's legendary singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 on Sunday. Earlier, she was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital, following a chest infection and extreme exhaustion. Her last rites will be performed at 4 pm on Monday. She had recorded more than 12,000 songs. Following her demise, the Indian cricket fraternity paid a heartfelt tribute. Team India stalwart Virat Kohli shared a story on his official social media handle, which read, "Rest in peace, Asha Bhosle ji. Your voice touched millions and will live on forever in our hearts. Om Shanti". Legendary Team India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar also shared a post on his official social media handle. "A deeply sad day for India, and for music lovers across the world. For us, Asha Tai was family. Today, words feel too small for the loss we feel. One moment the heart falls silent, and the next, it drifts through the countless melodies she gifted all of us. It feels as though time itself has paused. Yet through her eternal songs, she will remain timeless forever. Thank you, Tai, for filling our lives with warmth, grace, and unforgettable music. We will miss you beyond words, Asha Tai," read his post's caption. A deeply sad day for India, and for music lovers across the world. For us, Asha Tai was family. Today, words feel too small for the loss we feel. One moment the heart falls silent, and the next, it drifts through the countless melodies she gifted all of us. It feels as… — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 12, 2026 Former Team India cricketers Shikhar Dhawan and Yuvraj Singh also took to their official social media handles to pay their condolences. "Grew up listening to her voice… and it never got old. Asha Bhosle ji will always remain timeless. Om Shanti," Dhawan wrote. "Grew up listening to Asha ji… didn’t matter the mood, there was always a song of hers that fit it perfectly. So many memories, so many emotions tied to that voice. It feels like a part of our growing up has gone silent today. Rest in peace Asha ji My deepest condolences. #AshaBhonsale," said Yuvraj. Grew up listening to her voice… and it never got old. Asha Bhosle ji will always remain timeless. Om Shanti ЁЯЩП pic.twitter.com/aLV8MQfNBi — Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) April 12, 2026 Grew up listening to Asha ji… didn’t matter the mood, there was always a song of hers that fit it perfectly. So many memories, so many emotions tied to that voice. It feels like a part of our growing up has gone silent today.Rest in peace Asha ji ЁЯЩП My deepest condolences.… pic.twitter.com/tHFJeHrotF — Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) April 12, 2026 The incumbent vice-president of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Rajeev Shukla also shared a heartfelt note on his official social media handle. "The news of the demise of Asha Bhosle ji, an invaluable treasure of the Indian music world, is extremely heartbreaking. Her melodious voice and immortal songs will forever remain alive in our hearts. May God grant peace to the departed soul and provide strength to the bereaved family during this difficult time. 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12 April,2026 07:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn the IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Gujarat Titans (GT) have reached the score of 86 runs for the loss of one wicket after the completion of 10 overs at the Ekana Cricket Stadium B Ground in Lucknow. With an aim of chasing a target of 165 runs, GT's opening batsman Sai Sudharsan departed on 15 runs in 14 balls, which also included three boundaries. Skipper Shubman Gill and wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler are unbeaten at the crease. Facing 31 balls, Gill has accumulated 48 runs, with the help of six boundaries and a maximum. On the other hand, Buttler has registered 22 runs in 15 balls, including four boundaries. Lucknow's Digvesh Rathi has managed to pick up one wicket by conceding 12 runs in two overs. Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, George Linde, and Avesh Khan are yet to claim any wickets. Earlier in the first essay of the game, LSG posted a total of 164 runs for the loss of eight wickets in 20 overs. Having put to bat first, LSG's opening batsman Aiden Markram scored 30 runs in 21 balls, including five boundaries and a maximum. Fellow opening batsman Mitchell Marsh was dismissed on 11 runs in four balls, with the help of a boundary and a maximum. Skipper and wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant managed to score 18 runs in 11 balls, with the help of two boundaries and a maximum. Ayush Badoni also departed on nine runs in 11 balls, which included a boundary. Nicholas Pooran returned to the pavilion after scoring 19 runs in 21 balls. Abdul Samad and Mukul Choudhary registered the scores of 18 runs each. Facing 22 balls, Samad smashed two boundaries, whereas Choudhary smashed a boundary and a maximum in his 14-ball knock. Impact Player, George Linde scored 16 runs in 10 balls, with the help of three boundaries. Mohammed Shami scored an unbeaten 12 runs off five balls, including a boundary and a maximum. Along with him, Avesh Khan stayed unbeaten on four runs in one ball, including a boundary. GT's Prasidh Krishna returned with the figures of four wickets for 28 runs in four overs. Ashok Sharma bagged two wickets by leaking 32 runs in his spell of four overs. Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada claimed one wicket each. Star spinner Rashid Khan went wicketless in the IPL 2026 match against LSG.
12 April,2026 06:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
