‘It is simple math,’ says Patel on GT's qualification scenario after KKR loss

IANS | May 17, 2026 1:08 PM

Kolkata, May 17 (IANS) Gujarat Titans(GT) batting coach Parthiv Patel admitted that there is no panic in the dressing room despite the 29-run loss against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on Saturday, as the team is looking to keep things simple and qualify for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 playoffs by winning their last group stage match.

Hamburg Open: Joao Fonseca pulls out due to wrist discomfort

IANS | May 17, 2026 12:03 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Teenage Brazilian sensation Joao Fonseca has withdrawn from the Hamburg Open after experiencing discomfort in his right wrist, adding another high-profile absence to the ATP 500 clay-court event following the earlier withdrawal of hometown favourite Alexander Zverev.

Rayudu hails Narine as 'greatest IPL player' of all time

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:41 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Ambati Rayudu believes Sunil Narine is the best player in the history of the Indian Premier League. The veteran all-rounder once again delivered a match-winning performance for Kolkata Knight Riders.

Relaxed and enjoying cricket again: Finn Allen after KKR win over Titans

IANS | May 17, 2026 9:32 AM

Kolkata, May 17 (IANS) Finn Allen admitted he had become “a shell of a human” after putting too much pressure on himself during a tough start to the Indian Premier League 2026 season. However, stepping away briefly and rediscovering his love for batting has helped turn his fortunes around for Kolkata Knight Riders.