IPL 2026: It was nice to get a hit and contribute, says Stoinis after helping PBKS reach 222

IANS | April 28, 2026 9:58 PM

New Chandigarh, April 28 (IANS) Marcus Stoinis reflected on his explosive late cameo for Punjab Kings, expressing satisfaction at finally making an impact in what he described as a “different season,” after smashing an unbeaten 62 off 22 balls to power his side past 200 against Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 in New Chandigarh on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: Stoinis, Prabhsimran fifties guide PBKS to 222/4 against RR

IANS | April 28, 2026 9:32 PM

New Chandigarh, April 28 (IANS) A late blitz from Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis (62 off 22 deliveries) and Prabhsimaran Singh’s 59 helped Punjab Kings reach 222/4 in 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals in Match 40 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh.

IPL 2026: Unbeaten PBKS asked to bat against Rajasthan Royals in New Chandigarh

IANS | April 28, 2026 7:22 PM

New Chandigarh, April 28 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field against Punjab Kings in the 40th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh, on Tuesday.

1st WT20I: Shorna’s lone battle goes in vain as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh in series opener

IANS | April 28, 2026 7:01 PM

Sylhet, April 28 (IANS) Bangladesh women's cricket team suffered a 25-run defeat to Sri Lanka in the opening game of the three-match T20i series at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, despite a spirited knock from Shorna Akter.

PM Modi inaugurates six modern indoor cricket academies developed by BCCI in North-East

IANS | April 28, 2026 6:21 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) The Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated six modern indoor cricket academies across North-East India. This initiative aims to improve the game’s infrastructure and harness the region’s sporting potential.

President Shammi Silva set to quit, SLC braced for a shake-up: Report

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:12 PM

Mumbai, April 28 (IANS) Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is set for yet another change of guard, with long-serving president Shammi Silva expected to step down on Wednesday, clearing the decks for an interim administration to take charge of the game’s affairs, a news report said on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: 'If I get the chance, I will be 100 percent ready,' says GT keeper-batter Anuj Rawat

Niharika Raina | April 28, 2026 4:30 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) Left-handed wicketkeeper-batter Anuj Rawat is yet to get game time in IPL 2026, but the Gujarat Titans wicketkeeper-batter insists he is ‘100 percent ready’ whenever he’s called to play an IPL game for the 2022 champions and credited the franchise's rigorous training culture for keeping him sharp.

'Would overcome training challenges during monsoon': Northeast cricket associations on indoor academies

IANS | April 28, 2026 4:21 PM

Imphal, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the state-of-the-art indoor cricket academies in Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, alongside four other northeastern states. The cricket associations of both states expressed gratitude to PM Modi and BCCI for the projects, emphasising that it will prove beneficial for players especially during the monsoon season.

Uncapped Tilly gets maiden call as hosts England name Sciver-Brunt-led squad for Women’s T20 WC

IANS | April 28, 2026 4:01 PM

London, April 28 (IANS) Hosts England have revealed their 15-player team for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, starting June 12. Nat Sciver-Brunt will continue at the helm, leading the team on home soil in her seventh T20 World Cup appearance.

IPL 2026: When and where to watch MI vs SRH, know all details

IANS | April 28, 2026 3:35 PM

Mumbai, April 28 (IANS) Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will take on 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 41st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.

Cricket

IPL 2026: It was nice to get a hit and contribute, says Stoinis after helping PBKS reach 222

IPL 2026: Stoinis, Prabhsimran fifties guide PBKS to 222/4 against RR

IPL 2026: Unbeaten PBKS asked to bat against Rajasthan Royals in New Chandigarh

1st WT20I: Shorna’s lone battle goes in vain as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh in series opener

PM Modi inaugurates six modern indoor cricket academies developed by BCCI in North-East

President Shammi Silva set to quit, SLC braced for a shake-up: Report

IPL 2026: 'If I get the chance, I will be 100 percent ready,' says GT keeper-batter Anuj Rawat

'Would overcome training challenges during monsoon': Northeast cricket associations on indoor academies

Uncapped Tilly gets maiden call as hosts England name Sciver-Brunt-led squad for Women’s T20 WC

IPL 2026: When and where to watch MI vs SRH, know all details

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