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IPL 2026: Sometimes the best thing is to let Vaibhav be Vaibhav, says Sangakkara

IANS | May 16, 2026 9:27 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) In an era dominated by hyper-analysis, data tracking, and relentless media scrutiny of teenage prodigies, Rajasthan Royals head coach and director of cricket Kumar Sangakkara has revealed they have a ‘no clutter’ policy for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, adding that sometimes the best thing is to let him be himself.

IFL 2025-26: Sreenidi Deccan edge Chanmari to stay in title race

IANS | May 16, 2026 9:15 PM

Hyderabad, May 16 (IANS) Lalromawia and David Castañeda scored as Sreenidi Deccan FC edged Chanmari FC 2-1 to keep their title hopes alive in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 clash at the Deccan Arena, in Hyderabad, on Saturday.

IPL 2026: DC assistant coach Bell likens ‘Intelligent’ Rahul to Root, Pietersen; rallies behind under-fire Axar

IANS | May 16, 2026 9:01 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Delhi Capitals' assistant coach Ian Bell drew glowing parallels between wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul and England batting greats Kevin Pietersen and Joe Root, praising the Indian batter’s relentless work ethic and intelligence in evolving as a modern T20 batter ahead of Sunday’s Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

IPL 2026: ‘We can’t win competitions being this inconsistent,’ says DC assistant coach Bell

IANS | May 16, 2026 8:45 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell admitted that chronic inconsistency on their home turf has plagued their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign and that one can't win competitions with those extremes the side has displayed this season. But Bell asserted that DC is highly motivated to finish their home leg on a high note for its fans when they face the Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday evening.

ISL 2025-26: Debutant’s late magic ensures Bengaluru FC finish season with victory

IANS | May 16, 2026 8:26 PM

Bengaluru, May 16 (IANS) Bengaluru FC signed off on their campaign in thrilling fashion, maintaining an undefeated record away from home after a gritty 2-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC. The win capped off a stellar away run for the Blues, who secured five victories and two draws from their seven matches on the road.

IPL 2026: Dropped catches, dip in catching efficiency - fielding issues raise huge alarms

Niharika Raina | May 16, 2026 7:52 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) On the eve of taking on Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the social media accounts of Rajasthan Royals (RR) posted an interesting 20-second clip of its fielders taking catches at practice with both hands and Ravi Bishnoi completing a grab with his right hand.

IPL 2026: Unchanged Gujarat Titans elect to bowl first against KKR, Chakaravarthy returns

IANS | May 16, 2026 7:21 PM

Kolkata, May 16 (IANS) An unchanged Gujarat Titans (GT) won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 60 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday. A win for GT, who are on a five-match winning streak, will make them the first side to seal a playoffs spot in IPL 2026, while a defeat for KKR will confirm their exit from the competition.

IPL 2026: ‘Josh played smart cricket and let me attack’, says Marsh as he praises Inglis after LSG's win

IANS | May 16, 2026 7:12 PM

Lucknow, May 16 (IANS) Mitchell Marsh praised opening partner Josh Inglis for playing a smart supporting role during their match-winning partnership in Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) seven-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 in Lucknow on Friday.

Arbeloa says he will be 'happy' to see Mourinho at Real Madrid next season

IANS | May 16, 2026 6:55 PM

Madrid, May 16 (IANS) Álvaro Arbeloa, whose four-month-long stint as Real Madrid coach is on its last leg, has backed Jose Mourinho's return to the multiple-time La Liga winner, claiming he will be "happy" to see the Portuguese former boss back at the helm.

'He deserves a big farewell': Flick reacts to Lewandowski’s Barcelona exit

IANS | May 16, 2026 6:24 PM

Barcelona, May 16 (IANS) FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick paid an emotional tribute to departing striker Robert Lewandowski and said the Polish star 'deserves a big farewell' after confirming he will leave the club at the end of the season.

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IPL 2026: Sometimes the best thing is to let Vaibhav be Vaibhav, says Sangakkara

IFL 2025-26: Sreenidi Deccan edge Chanmari to stay in title race

IPL 2026: DC assistant coach Bell likens ‘Intelligent’ Rahul to Root, Pietersen; rallies behind under-fire Axar

IPL 2026: ‘We can’t win competitions being this inconsistent,’ says DC assistant coach Bell

ISL 2025-26: Debutant’s late magic ensures Bengaluru FC finish season with victory

IPL 2026: Dropped catches, dip in catching efficiency - fielding issues raise huge alarms

IPL 2026: Unchanged Gujarat Titans elect to bowl first against KKR, Chakaravarthy returns

IPL 2026: ‘Josh played smart cricket and let me attack’, says Marsh as he praises Inglis after LSG's win

Arbeloa says he will be 'happy' to see Mourinho at Real Madrid next season

'He deserves a big farewell': Flick reacts to Lewandowski’s Barcelona exit

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