IPL 2025: Being able to change wet ball is a big plus, says SRH pacer Mohammed Shami

IANS | May 5, 2025 4:54 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) India and Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Mohammed Shami has hailed the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) decision to reverse the saliva ban and allow replacement of the wet ball in the second innings to counter dew in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The veteran pacer feels that it is a big boost for making the game balance for both batters and bowlers.

Kagiso Rabada suspended after testing positive for recreational drug (Ld)

IANS | May 4, 2025 12:06 AM

Johannesburg, May 4 (IANS) South African fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has admitted to testing positive for a recreational drug and is currently serving a provisional suspension. This was the reason behind his sudden exit from the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), where he was playing for the Gujarat Titans. On April 3, the franchise said Rabada had gone back home to deal with a "personal matter" but did not share any further details.