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'I enjoy it up top, will do whatever I can for the team: Markram on returning to opening role for LSG

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:47 PM

Lucknow, April 12 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) opener Aiden Markram expressed his satisfaction at returning to the top of the order while reiterating his team-first approach ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

IPL 2026: We turned ugly day into a positive one, says PBKS coach Ponting on win over SRH

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:42 PM

New Chandigarh, April 12 (IANS) Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting has lauded his squad’s 'never-say-die' attitude, adding that the side successfully converted what appeared to be a disastrous outing into a significant victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

Pathirana clears fitness test, granted NOC from SLC to join KKR: Report

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:24 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have received a big boost ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday, as pacer Matheesha Pathirana has reportedly cleared the fitness test and been granted the no-objection certificate from the Sri Lankan board to travel to India and link up with his team, KKR.

IPL 2026: The monkey is off Samson’s back after this hundred, says Raina

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:16 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Former India and Chennai Super Kings batter Suresh Raina believes Sanju Samson’s match-winning century against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 has effectively removed the burden of expectation from the shoulders of the wicketkeeper-batter and silenced his critics.

IPL 2026: GT ask LSG to bat as both sides remain unchanged

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:15 PM

Lucknow, April 12 (IANS) Gujarat Titans (GT) won the toss and elected to bowl against Lucknow Super Giants in the 19th match of the tournament here at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

'Grateful to BCCI for bringing IPL to Guwahati,' says Assam Cricket Association

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:07 PM

Guwahati, April 12 (IANS) The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has expressed its heartfelt gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for allocating three Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 matches, which were successfully organised at the Barsapara Stadium, terming it a big boost for cricket in the state.

Gaikwad will feel at ease with two points on the board for CSK: Faf du Plessis

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:49 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes that skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad will "feel at ease" after leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a 23-run win over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026, a victory which he feels will go a long way in giving them the confidence for bringing their campaign on track.

'A timeless voice, irreplaceable legacy': Cricket fraternity mourns the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:42 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) the Indian cricket fraternity mourned the demise of the legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai on Sunday, saying her timeless voice will never fade and her melodies will echo forever.

'One or two games don't define us': DC skipper Axar motivates teammates after back-to-back losses

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:34 PM

Chennai, April 12 (IANS) Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel motivated the players in the dressing room after they suffered a 23-run loss against five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

ACB officials hold strategic meeting with new head coach Richard Pybus

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:24 PM

Kabul, April 12 (IANS) Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) officials held a comprehensive meeting with Afghanistan's newly appointed head coach Richard Pybus on Sunday, who arrived in the capital city just a day earlier to take charge of a month-long skill development camp aimed at preparing for the series against India, to be played in June.

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'I enjoy it up top, will do whatever I can for the team: Markram on returning to opening role for LSG

IPL 2026: We turned ugly day into a positive one, says PBKS coach Ponting on win over SRH

Pathirana clears fitness test, granted NOC from SLC to join KKR: Report

IPL 2026: The monkey is off Samson’s back after this hundred, says Raina

IPL 2026: GT ask LSG to bat as both sides remain unchanged

'Grateful to BCCI for bringing IPL to Guwahati,' says Assam Cricket Association

Gaikwad will feel at ease with two points on the board for CSK: Faf du Plessis

'A timeless voice, irreplaceable legacy': Cricket fraternity mourns the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle

'One or two games don't define us': DC skipper Axar motivates teammates after back-to-back losses

ACB officials hold strategic meeting with new head coach Richard Pybus

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