Shreyas Iyer, overlooked for India’s Test squad, seeks to prove his mettle in the IPL as Punjab Kings aim for a top-two finish. Iyer’s impressive form and leadership have garnered praise, with Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting commending his technical adjustments.
The IPL 2025 league stage culminates in a dramatic finale, with Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Mumbai Indians vying for top-two positions. Despite early qualifications, these teams have faced recent setbacks. The remaining matches will determine the final standings, as a top-two finish guarantees a crucial advantage in the playoffs with two chances to reach the final.
Delhi Capitals concluded their IPL 2025 season with a six-wicket victory over Punjab Kings. However, a viral moment between Faf du Plessis and Preity Zinta stole the spotlight. A fan’s suggestion of casting them in a movie sparked a playful response from Faf and a heartwarming video from Delhi Capitals.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane addressed the team’s underwhelming IPL 2025 campaign, highlighting inconsistent batting. He defended Venkatesh Iyer amid scrutiny over his Rs 23.75 crore price tag. While KKR’s bowlers impressed, Rahane admitted the batting unit faltered under pressure.
SRH head coach Daniel Vettori addressed Mohammed Shami’s inconsistent IPL 2025 performance, attributing it to a long T20 layoff. Shami, a 2023 Purple Cap winner, struggled with lengths this season, taking six wickets in nine games at an economy of 11.23. Vettori also clarified that Nitish Kumar Reddy’s limited bowling was due to a pre-tournament side strain, which impacted his all-round contribution despite being a breakout star last season.
In an inconsequential yet explosive encounter, Sunrisers Hyderabad unleashed their batting firepower, with Heinrich Klaasen’s blistering 105 off just 37 balls and Travis Head’s aggressive 76 setting the tone. Their brutal onslaught powered SRH to a towering 278/3. In reply, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) crumbled for just 168, handing SRH a thumping 110-run victory and a strong finish to their IPL 2025 campaign — though it came too late to change their fortunes this season.
Sunrisers Hyderabad etched their name in IPL history by recording the top four highest totals, highlighted by a massive 278/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders. Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive, unbeaten 105 off 39 balls, the fastest century of IPL 2025, propelled SRH to this feat.
Rafael Nadal, the ‘King of Clay,’ received a heartfelt farewell at Roland Garros, marking his retirement with a special ceremony. The emotional event celebrated his record-breaking 14 French Open titles and remarkable career. Rivals Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Andy Murray joined in the tribute, acknowledging their shared history and mutual respect after years of intense competition on the court.
Sunil Narine etched his name in T20 history, becoming the highest wicket-taker for a single team with 210 wickets for KKR, surpassing Samit Patel. Narine achieved this milestone during KKR’s match against SRH in Delhi, where he took two crucial wickets.
Rafael Nadal, who retired last year, was honored at a farewell ceremony at Court Philippe-Chatrier, where he won a record 14 French Open titles. He was greeted with thunderous applause and chants of “Rafa” from thousands of spectators.