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Pahalgam terror attack: Here are all restrictions imposed ahead of MI-SRH match
Ahead of the IPL 2025 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI), the players will wear black armbands to mourn the victims of the terror attack that took place on Tuesday in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The IPL 2025 match between MI and SRH will not feature the cheerleaders or fireworks following the incident in Kashmir. Additionally, both teams will observe a minute's silence to pay their respects to those affected in Kashmir. Also Read: Pahalgam terror attack: Indian cricketers express grief about the unfortunate incident "The players of two teams will wear black armbands and observe a minute's silence in the memory of all those who lost their lives in the terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam," a BCCI source told PTI. "As a mark of respect there would be no cheerleaders on the sidelines of MI vs SRH game. No crackers will be burst," he added. On Tuesday, terrorists opened fire on civilians in South Kashmir. So far, according to the reports, the death count has increased to 26 and several people are injured. The Resistance Front (TRF), which is a part of the banned Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror group, claimed responsibility for the attack. The attack has drawn strong condemnation from across the world. Previously, Team India stopped playing bilateral cricket with Pakistan after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Recently, for the concluded Champions Trophy 2025 held in Pakistan, Team India refused to travel to the country and played all of their matches in Dubai, following the hybrid model. Coming to the IPL 2025, the Hardik Pandya-led MI will clash against the SRH at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium at 7.30 pm. MI is placed in the sixth position in the points table and will aim for a major turnaround ahead of the Hyderabad match. On the other hand, Pat Cummins and Co. have already suffered five defeats and are placed in the eighth position.
23 April,2025 01:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Predicted playing XIs, head-to-head, injuries and more
The 41st match of the IPL 2025 is all set to be played between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. With five defeats on the back, the Pat Cummins-led SRH will aim for their third victory of the season. It seems that MI has found its winning momentum and will look to maintain it. After unbeaten knocks from Suryakumar Yadav and Rohit Sharma in the previous clash, Mumbai's dugout will expect the stalwarts to carry their form today in the SRH clash. The experience of Ishan Kishan for SRH will be crucial while facing MI today. Also Read: MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Where to watch, squads, pitch report, weather, live streaming and more MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Injuries and unavailability No injuries have been reported by either team. MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Head-to-head records So far, out of 24 encounters between both teams, MI has 14 wins, whereas SRH has registered 10 victories. It will be interesting to see if Mumbai takes an edge today or if Hyderabad improves its record. MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Predicted XI Mumbai Indians: Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma, Will Jacks, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Naman Dhir, Mitchell Santner, Deepak Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah. Sunrisers Hyderabad: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Varma, Pat Cummins, Harshal Patel, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami, Eshan Malinga. MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Full Squads Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Verma, Trent Boult, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Karn Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Ashwani Kumar, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Shrijith Krishnan, Raj Angad Bawa, Venkat Satyanarayana Raju, Bevon Jacobs, Arjun Tendulkar, Vignesh Puthhur, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah. Sunrisers Hyderabad: Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ishan Kishan, Mohammed Shami, Harshal Patel, Abhinav Manohar, Rahul Chahar, Smaran Ravichandran, Simarjeet Singh, Eshan Malinga, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Zeeshan Ansari, Atharva Taide, Sachin Baby, Aniket Verma, Wiaan Mulder.
23 April,2025 01:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
MI vs SRH: Where to watch, squads, pitch report, weather and live streaming
After registering their fourth victory of the IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) will lock horns with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). The match is scheduled to be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium at 7.30 pm. After a stunning unbeaten knock in the previous game, fans will keep a tab on Rohit Sharma to carry his form in the SRH match today. With eight points on the points table, the "Paltan" will now aim for a major turnaround to seal their spot in the playoffs race. On the other hand, SRH, after experiencing a horrific IPL 2025 season, will look to win as many matches as possible. Ahead of the Mumbai clash, the side will heavily rely on its batting unit to get a strong start. Also Read: Pahalgam terror attack: Indian cricketers express grief about the unfortunate incident MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Where to watch Star Sports remains the official broadcaster of IPL 2025, providing extensive coverage across multiple channels: Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 HD, Star Sports 2 Hindi, Star Sports 2 Hindi HD, Star Sports Khel, and Star Sports 3. MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Full Squads Mumbai Indians: Hardik Pandya (c), Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, Tilak Verma, Trent Boult, Naman Dhir, Robin Minz, Karn Sharma, Ryan Rickelton, Deepak Chahar, Will Jacks, Ashwani Kumar, Mitchell Santner, Reece Topley, Shrijith Krishnan, Raj Angad Bawa, Venkat Satyanarayana Raju, Bevon Jacobs, Arjun Tendulkar, Vignesh Puthhur, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah. Sunrisers Hyderabad: Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ishan Kishan, Mohammed Shami, Harshal Patel, Abhinav Manohar, Rahul Chahar, Smaran Ravichandran, Simarjeet Singh, Eshan Malinga, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Zeeshan Ansari, Atharva Taide, Sachin Baby, Aniket Verma, Wiaan Mulder. MI vs SRH, IPL 2025: Pitch and weather report As of today, Hyderabad's weather reads to be at 32 degrees Celsius. Considering the conditions of the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium's pitch, it will likely favour the batsmen. The clash promises to be a run fest for the spectators as it comprises the likes of Travis Head, Rohit Sharma, Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav.
23 April,2025 01:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
J&K'S Pahalgam terror attack: Indian cricketers express grief
Amid the tensions surrounding the terror attack in Kashmir' Pahalgam, many Indian cricketers including KL Rahul and Shubman Gill have come out to express their grief about the incident. Even former cricketers Suresh Raina, Harbhajan Singh, Parthiv Patel and Anil Kumble have shared their sorrow, along with other Indians in the last few hours.The reaction comes at a time when several tourists were injured in a terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. Following the unfortunate incident, twenty civilians have been reportedly injured. Security forces and police personnel rushed to the site immediately after the attack. The incident took place when several tourists visited Kashmir. So far, the authorities have deployed a chopper into service to evacuate the injured, as per the reports. Following the incident, the Indian cricket fraternity expressed grief by sharing their thoughts on official social media handles. Also Read: IPL 2025: In-form MI’s experienced bowlers hold edge over hosts SRH tonight Team India's premier batsman KL Rahul, too, shared his thoughts on the incident. "Heartbreaking to hear about the terrorist attack in Kashmir. My thoughts are with the families of the victims. Praying for peace and strength," the 33-year-old wrote on his official social media handle. Heartbreaking to hear about the terrorist attack in Kashmir. My thoughts are with the families of the victims. Praying for peace and strength. 🙏 — K L Rahul (@klrahul) April 22, 2025 "Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Violence like this has no place in our country," wrote India's rising batting sensation Shubman Gill on X. Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Violence like this has no place in our country. — Shubman Gill (@ShubmanGill) April 22, 2025 Former Team India all-rounder Suresh Raina said, "Heartbroken by the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir today. I strongly condemn this cowardly act by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists. India stands united with our brave Army, J&K Police, and Paramilitary forces in the fight against terrorism. Justice will prevail". Former cricketer turned commentator, Harbhajan Singh said, "My heart goes out to family members of all those who lost their lives in dastardly attack. This can't be forgiven". My heart goes out to family members of all those who lost their lives in dastardly attack. This can't be forgiven.#Pahalgam — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 22, 2025 Former cricketers Parthiv Patel and Anil Kumble also opened up to share their sorrow about the Kashmir incident. Taking to X: Shocked and angry to hear what happened in Kashmir today. While those responsible will be punished, and I’m sure they will, right now there’s a numb disbelief at the terrible acts and the manner in which it all happened. Praying for the souls of those who lost their lives in… — parthiv patel (@parthiv9) April 22, 2025 Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic attack in Pahalgam. Innocent lives lost to senseless violence. Praying for strength and peace for the affected families. Let's stand together against hate. #Pahalgam — Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) April 22, 2025
23 April,2025 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Keith Stackpole, a former Wisden cricketer of the year, passes away at age 84
Ex-Australia Test vice-captain Keith Stackpole, one of Wisden's cricketers of the year in 1973, has died, Cricket Australia said on Wednesday. He was 84. Stackpole made his international debut in 1966 and played 43 tests, scoring 2,807 runs and taking 15 wickets with his wrist spin, in an era when batters usually didn't wear helmets or much in the way of protective clothing. He also played in the very first one-day international, taking three wickets in Australia's five-wicket win over England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1971. He produced his best cricket in the Ashes, averaging 50.6 in 13 tests including his high score of 207 against England at the Gabba in 1970. He led the scoring in the 1972 Ashes series when he was deputy to Ian Chappell. Keith Stackpole. Pic/Getty Images Stackpole had a long and distinguished career in the media and broadcasting after his international retirement in 1974. Cricket Australia chairman Mike Baird said Stackpole's "legacy will live long into the future." "Not only was he an outstanding player for Australia and Victoria, his work in the media, radio and TV commentary and as a mentor to many players who followed in his footsteps demonstrated his enduring passion and influence in the game," Baird said. "It is testament to his talent and standing that he was one of the five Wisden Cricketers of the Year' in 1973." Merv Hughes, who was also from Victoria state and later became a fast bowler for Australia, paid tribute to Stackpole in a social media post. "Very sad news indeed " Stacky was a fantastic cricketer. " but more so a great bloke " and one hell of a cricket coach," Hughes said. "R.I.P. Keith." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
23 April,2025 09:45 AM IST | Melbourne | AP | PTI
IPL 2025 | "Very pleased to get these two wins back to back": Shubman Gill
After leading Gujarat Titans’ (GT) to a clinical 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) through an excellent 55-ball 90, skipper Shubman Gill said his chat with opening partner B Sai Sudharsan was just about finding ways to score runs in challenging conditions and aiming to take the game deep. Also Read: Former Oz cricket star Slater receives four-year jail term “Very pleased. We spoke about these two matches — that they’re going to decide where we stand on the table. Very pleased to get these two wins back to back. We just want to play our best game whenever we’re out there. We just talk about how we can score runs in these conditions and how to take the game deep. We were ahead in the game, but it’s one thing to be ahead and another to close the game. In this format, it’s difficult to have a perfect game,” Gill said in the post-match presentation ceremony. “There will always be some areas. Like today as well — we could’ve got 10 runs more had I stayed there. And a couple of unforced errors in the bowling. But the main thing is even if you’re not playing the perfect game, you’ve to find a way to win,” he added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
23 April,2025 09:08 AM IST | Kolkata | IANS
Former Oz cricket star Slater receives four-year jail term
Australian cricketer-turned-commentator Michael Slater was on Tuesday sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including domestic violence, but will be allowed to walk free immediately after having served over a year in custody. According to a report in ABC Sport, his sentence was “partly suspended” due to the time served. Also Read: Forest reaching for the sky The 55-year-old was charged with more than a dozen offences including domestic violence, unlawful stalking or intimidation, breaking into a dwelling with intent at night, common assault, assault occasioning bodily harm and choking or suffocation. The prosecution told the Maroochydore District Court, that alcohol “was a repeating feature with his offending as his behaviour becomes more erratic.” “The court heard Slater made threats of self-harm as he warned the victim not to report harassment and she felt extremely fearful and exhausted by Slater’s behaviour,” the report read. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
23 April,2025 09:05 AM IST | Sydney | PTI
IPL 2025 | "IPL is a tough tournament": Bravo after suffering a loss vs GT
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders have put themselves in a hole, their fifth defeat in eight matches left them with a mountain to climb. A berth in the playoffs is suddenly at the doorstep of impossible. By now, everyone knows where KKR’s problems lie, but Dwayne Bravo, their mentor, was willing to put a finger on it. “IPL is a tough tournament, and when you don’t start well, batsmen [can] go into a period where they lose confidence. That’s what’s happening at the moment,” the 41-year-old Trinidadian admitted after Monday’s 39-run defeat to the Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens. “We just have to keep backing them and hope they come good.” Chaseable target Echoing skipper Ajinkya Rahane’s belief that “199 was chaseable,” Bravo said “the bowlers did a fantastic job restricting them to under 200.” Also Read: Arteta won’t rest players for Crystal Palace clash “At the halfway stage [of the match], I think we were the happier team,” he added. “Shubman Gill and Sai [Sudharsan] batted very well, but credit to our bowling group; they really brought it back and gave us a chance.” Earlier, at the post-match presentation, Rahane too had hinted at the loss of confidence that stalks their batting unit after recurring failures. “This format is about being brave as a batter; if you think about getting out, you will get out,” he said. Both skipper and mentor contended that having the in-form Angkrish Raghuvanshi bat as low as No. 9 was purely situational, a tactical move during the big chase. Has Andre Russell, who was done in by the googly again as Rashid Khan pulled one back to keep it out of the Jamaican’s hitting arc as he stepped out, been sorted out by opposing teams? “I wouldn’t say so,” responded Bravo. “Russell is an experienced player, a successful player. He is not the only one struggling at the moment. When he walks in to bat, the [required] run-rate is 14, 15… So, the work needs to be done on top such that we give him a chance. We need to bat better to allow our finishers to finish games,” he pointed out. GT bowlers thrive While the decision to field first denied the Titans’ potent pace trio of Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj and Ishant Sharma the use of a fresh Eden track, KKR had to bat at a time when the ball was gripping a little more. “When we were bowling, I felt the wicket had more purchase,” admitted Sai Kishore, GT’s left-arm orthodox spinner.
23 April,2025 08:50 AM IST | Kolkata | Arup Chatterjee
WI batting great Desmond Haynes to represent at ICC Cricket Committee
Former West Indies batting great Desmond Haynes has been named as the representative of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) at the prestigious Cricket Committee of the ICC. Haynes, 69, scored 7487 runs in 116 Tests and 8648 runs in 238 ODIs. The ex-opener will replace Roger Harper in the committee. Also Read: "What are these media houses even doing?": Amita Mishra on being accused of dowry case An upset WICB believe the ICC has forgotten the glory days of West Indian cricket and that Haynes will hence air their views strongly at ICC meetings. The board members also feel that Haynes is a fine speaker and given the cricketing world is well aware of his credentials, his views will be heard patiently. Apart from airing his views, Haynes will also try to convince the ICC top brass that West Indies should be treated fairly when it comes to allocation of matches.
23 April,2025 08:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Debasish Datta
"What are these media houses even doing?": Mishra on being accused of dowry case
Veteran India spinner Amit Mishra clarified that he is “unmarried” and strongly refuted media reports falsely naming him in a “baseless” domestic violence and dowry harassment case. Also Read: IPL 2025: In-form MI’s experienced bowlers hold edge over hosts SRH tonight “This is truly disheartening to see what’s being circulated. My photo has been used in a fake news story. I am unmarried, and that’s well known — yet such baseless stories are being published with my image. What are these media houses even doing? If they don’t correct their mistake, I will take action against them. My family is deeply disturbed by this. This is not journalism,” Mishra told IANS on Tuesday. Mishra’s outrage comes in response to several media reports which claimed that a cricketer and his family had been booked for dowry harassment, citing a compensation demand of Rs 1 crore by his “wife” and allegations of dowry demands worth R10 lakh and a car. Though the reports did not name Mishra, some outlets used his photograph alongside the story. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
23 April,2025 08:46 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
IPL 2025: In-form MI’s experienced bowlers hold edge over hosts SRH tonight
Fresh from three victories on the trot, a buoyant Hardik Pandya-led Mumbai Indians (MI), who have previously outplayed the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Wankhede, will be looking to reassert their superiority in the return clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Wednesday. If MI win here, they could rise from their current sixth place in the points table and be on course for a spot in the top four. On the other hand, a shaky SRH are in ninth place. Also Read: IPL 2025: Mukesh Kumar's four-wicket haul helps DC win by 8 wickets over LSG Rohit Sharma’s return to form in their last match against the Chennai Super Kings was MI’s biggest gain. The India opener, who had an indifferent tournament till then, was in full flow as he decimated the CSK attack to score an unbeaten 45-ball 76. Suryakumar Yadav also joined Rohit (30-ball 68) in that run fest. Local boy Tilak Verma refused to get carried away despite MI’s recent successes. “I would say it’s a long tournament, so we just want to follow our basics and be calm. We want to do the right things at the right moment,” Verma said at the match-eve press conference her. It’s a big game for Verma — the Hyderabad captain — who has been in good touch though a big score has eluded him so far. The pitch here could be ideal for him to shine in front of his home crowd. “If I’m not wrong there are two wickets — the first is one you [SRH] played on the last time and it’s always a 250-plus score. The other wicket is slightly tricky. It takes a little time, so we are ready for it. If it’s a 250-plus score wicket, our bowlers are in good shape,” said Verma. Meanwhile, SRH’s ultra-aggressive batters, who have excelled on good tracks, have struggled on tricky and sluggish ones. At the Wankhede, the MI bowlers choked batters like Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen. Interestingly, it could also be a different story as the red-soil pitch could suit the home team’s batters and MI may have to re-plan. Opener Abhishek Sharma blazed away to a 55-ball 141, the highest by an Indian in the IPL, in SRH’s last match here against Punjab Kings. However, he will be up against a MI attack that has shrewd operators like Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Pandya and Mitchell Santner. “We have to give them [MI] the utmost respect. But they’re certainly beatable, as every team is. There is no change of plan and we will play smart cricket,” said SRH assistant coach Simon Helmot. A high-scoring encounter is on the cards and the team that has bowlers with more variety could have the last laugh. It’s advantage MI in this aspect as SRH’s bowlers, including the experienced duo of Mohammed Shami and Australian Pat Cummins, have not been as effective or incisive.
23 April,2025 08:41 AM IST | Hyderabad | N Jagannath Das