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IPL 2026: It's a pretty good total, Padikkal backs RCB bowlers to defend 222 against PBKS

IANS | May 17, 2026 6:11 PM

Dharamshala, May 17 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Devdutt Padikkal expressed confidence in his side’s bowling attack and said that the total is sufficient after RCB posted a commanding 222/4 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Sunday.

Real Madrid have spoken to my representative, not me, says Mourinho as claims of return continue

IANS | May 17, 2026 5:54 PM

Madrid, May 17 (IANS) Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho seems to be moving closer to becoming Real Madrid coach for the second time in his career when he admitted the club had been in contact with his representative Jorge Mendes.

IPL 2026: Venkatesh Iyer, Kohli power RCB to 222/4 against PBKS

IANS | May 17, 2026 5:39 PM

Dharmshala, May 17 (IANS) All-rounder Venkatesh Iyer remained unbeaten at 73 while Virat Kohli smashed a brilliant fifty as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) posted 222/4 in 20 overs against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala on Sunday.

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

IANS | May 17, 2026 4:35 PM

Chennai, May 17 (IANS) Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will clash with 2016 winners Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 63rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be played at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Monday.

Shreyas Iyer becomes fifth player to complete 100 IPL matches as captain

IANS | May 17, 2026 4:04 PM

Dharamsala, May 17 (IANS) Shreyas Iyer added another milestone to his growing leadership resume on Sunday as the Punjab Kings captain became only the fifth player in Indian Premier League history to lead a side in 100 matches.

'He remained the same despite two ducks': Tim David hails Kohli's consistency

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:46 PM

Dharamshala, May 17 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Tim David said batting stalwart Virat Kohli never looked affected by his lean patch earlier in the season, adding that the former India captain’s mindset and consistency continue to set the tone for the franchise ahead of their IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings.

Satwik-Chirag pull out of Malaysia Masters after Thailand Open silver

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:31 PM

Patumwan, May 17 (IANS) India’s leading men’s doubles combination of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will skip the upcoming Malaysia Masters as the pair continues to carefully manage their schedule following an encouraging run to the Thailand Open final.

Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso on a four-year contract

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:20 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Chelsea F.C. have confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as the club’s new head coach, with the former Spanish international set to begin a four-year spell at Stamford Bridge from July 1, 2026.

IPL 2026: Rajat Patidar misses out for RCB as PBKS opt to bowl

IANS | May 17, 2026 3:15 PM

Dharamsala, May 17 (IANS) Punjab Kings (RCB) have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the match number 61 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium on Sunday. RCB skipper Rajat Patidar is not taking part in the match, while wicketkeeper batter Jitesh Sharma is leading the side in his absence. Suyash Sharma is replacing Patidar, while Romario Shepherd replaces Jacob Duffy.

IPL 2026: 'GT still have the ball in their court for top two finish,' says Chawla after KKR loss

IANS | May 17, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla believes that 2022 champions Gujarat Titans (GT) can still qualify for the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs by remaining in the top two, as they have their fate in their hands despite suffering a 29-run loss against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Saturday.

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IPL 2026: It's a pretty good total, Padikkal backs RCB bowlers to defend 222 against PBKS

Real Madrid have spoken to my representative, not me, says Mourinho as claims of return continue

IPL 2026: Venkatesh Iyer, Kohli power RCB to 222/4 against PBKS

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

Shreyas Iyer becomes fifth player to complete 100 IPL matches as captain

'He remained the same despite two ducks': Tim David hails Kohli's consistency

Satwik-Chirag pull out of Malaysia Masters after Thailand Open silver

Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso on a four-year contract

IPL 2026: Rajat Patidar misses out for RCB as PBKS opt to bowl

IPL 2026: 'GT still have the ball in their court for top two finish,' says Chawla after KKR loss

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