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‘Bowling has become a major concern’: Chawla on PBKS’ struggles after fifth consecutive loss

IANS | May 15, 2026 3:06 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Punjab Kings’ IPL 2026 campaign continues to spiral after another painful defeat, with former India spinner Piyush Chawla identifying the team’s bowling struggles as the biggest factor behind their slide in the points table. Following PBKS’ six-wicket loss to Mumbai Indians in Dharamshala, Chawla said the franchise now finds itself under enormous pressure heading into the final phase of the league stage.

PBKS need to reset mentally and focus on playing their best cricket: Mark Boucher

IANS | May 15, 2026 2:51 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Punjab Kings’ IPL 2026 campaign has hit a critical phase after another narrow defeat, this time against Mumbai Indians in a high-scoring thriller at Dharamshala and former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Mark Boucher believes the side now faces a mental challenge as much as a cricketing one and has urged the franchise to focus on playing fearless cricket in their remaining matches.

Jaffna Kings and Galle Marvels to face-off in LPL 2026 opener on July 17

IANS | May 15, 2026 2:18 PM

Colombo, May 15 (IANS) The Sri Lankan Cricket Board (SLC) has unveiled the opening fixture of the upcoming edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026, which will commence on July 17.

Sakshi stuns world champion Meenakshi to secure 51kg India berth for CWG, Asiad

IANS | May 15, 2026 2:07 PM

Patiala, May 15 (IANS) Sakshi Chaudhary, who defeated two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen in the semifinal of the national boxing trials, made the cut for the Indian team for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Asian Games to be held in Japan later this year.

Hockey India opens player registrations for HIL 2027 player auction

IANS | May 15, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Hockey India has officially opened player registrations for the Hockey India League (HIL) 2027 Player Auction, scheduled for September, ahead of the tournament’s January 2027 start.

'Thankful to experience this before I stopped playing': Kohli on RCB winning IPL

IANS | May 15, 2026 12:58 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) India's charismatic batter Virat Kohli believes that finally winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) before the end of his career was one of the most emotional and fulfilling moments of his cricketing journey.

'Uncomplicated consistency backed with tremendous belief': Kohli hails Bhuvi's simplicity behind IPL success

IANS | May 15, 2026 12:50 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Virat Kohli believes Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s remarkable Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season is proof that consistency, belief, and technical mastery can still dominate modern T20 cricket.

'To pin blame on Hardik is unfair, nobody has turned up': Ashwin defends MI captain amid struggles

IANS | May 15, 2026 11:54 AM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) With the Mumbai Indians enduring a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign, former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin has come to the defence of captain Hardik Pandya, stating that the team’s poor performances should not be pinned on him alone.

Adani Sportsline appoints Simon Helmot as Gulf Giants' head coach for ILT20 2026

IANS | May 15, 2026 11:35 AM

Ahmedabad, May 15 (IANS) Adani Sportsline has named veteran Australian cricket strategist Simon Helmot as head coach of Gulf Giants ahead of the upcoming season of the UAE ILT20.

Our destiny is still in our hands: Brad Haddin stays positive on PBKS’ playoff chances

IANS | May 15, 2026 11:26 AM

Dharamshala, May 15 (IANS) After Punjab Kings (PBKS) suffered their fifth consecutive loss after going down to Mumbai Indians, assistant coach Brad Haddin showed full faith in the squad and emphasised that the team’s path to the playoffs remains within their control.

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‘Bowling has become a major concern’: Chawla on PBKS’ struggles after fifth consecutive loss

PBKS need to reset mentally and focus on playing their best cricket: Mark Boucher

Jaffna Kings and Galle Marvels to face-off in LPL 2026 opener on July 17

Sakshi stuns world champion Meenakshi to secure 51kg India berth for CWG, Asiad

Hockey India opens player registrations for HIL 2027 player auction

'Thankful to experience this before I stopped playing': Kohli on RCB winning IPL

'Uncomplicated consistency backed with tremendous belief': Kohli hails Bhuvi's simplicity behind IPL success

'To pin blame on Hardik is unfair, nobody has turned up': Ashwin defends MI captain amid struggles

Adani Sportsline appoints Simon Helmot as Gulf Giants' head coach for ILT20 2026

Our destiny is still in our hands: Brad Haddin stays positive on PBKS’ playoff chances

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