Tensions between India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh threaten to disrupt the subcontinent’s cricket calendar. India’s scheduled tour of Bangladesh faces uncertainty due to recent controversial statements from a retired Bangladeshi army officer. The 2025 Asia Cup’s fate is also in doubt following the Pahalgam terror attack, making India’s participation against Pakistan unlikely.
The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has suspended former Indian pacer S. Sreesanth for three years following derogatory statements against the association regarding Sanju Samson’s exclusion from the Champions Trophy squad. The decision was made during a special General Body meeting. While franchise teams received warnings, the KCA will pursue compensation claims against Samson’s father and others for making baseless allegations.
Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are leading the IPL 2025 playoff race, needing just one win each to secure their spots. Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Delhi Capitals are also in a strong position, requiring two wins from their remaining matches.
Rajasthan Royals’ fielding coach, Dishant Yagnik, reflected on their IPL 2025 season, emphasising their focus on nurturing young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Despite missing playoff contention, Yagnik highlighted the team’s philosophy of creating superstars rather than buying them. He acknowledged shortcomings in executing plans during crucial moments and fielding lapses, but credited Mumbai Indians’ strong batting performance.
Gujarat Titans are set to clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad, aiming to rebound after Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s stunning century. GT, with six wins, eye a playoff berth, relying on their strong batting lineup led by Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill. SRH, struggling with three wins, desperately need a victory to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Jasprit Bumrah’s stellar IPL 2025 performance, marked by exceptional economy and dot ball percentage, has propelled MI to the top of the points table. Despite missing initial matches, his impact is undeniable. Adam Gilchrist likened Bumrah to Don Bradman, citing his dominance across formats. Gilchrist also highlighted Bumrah’s impact during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where his bowling intimidated the Australians.
Rajasthan Royals suffered a crushing 100-run defeat to Mumbai Indians at their home in Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Thursday night. MI’s dominant performance, fuelled by strong batting from Rickelton, Sharma, Yadav and Pandya, and a stellar bowling display, propelled them to the top of the table.
Mumbai Indians dominated Rajasthan Royals with a 100-run victory, propelled by half-centuries from Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton, alongside explosive batting from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya. This win propelled Mumbai to the top of the IPL 2025 table, while Rajasthan’s defeat eliminated them from playoff contention.
Manchester United dominated Athletic Bilbao with a 3-0 victory in the Europa League semi-final first leg, fuelled by Bruno Fernandes’ two goals. Casemiro’s opener and Daniel Vivian’s red card shifted the game’s momentum. Despite Athletic’s fervent home support, United’s clinical performance puts them in a strong position for the final.
Hardik Pandya led Mumbai Indians to a dominant 100-run victory against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, a feat last achieved by an MI captain in 2012. MI’s strong batting performance, highlighted by Pandya’s unbeaten 48, propelled them to 217/2. Trent Boult and Karn Sharma’s three-wicket hauls then dismantled RR for just 117.