Mustafizur Rahman is set to join Delhi Capitals after receiving clearance from the BCB, expected to link up with the squad on May 18. He replaces Jake Fraser-Mcgurk and his arrival boosts DC’s playoff chase. While his availability for the GT game is uncertain, his presence strengthens the team after Mitchell Starc’s absence.
Akash Ambani lauded Rohit Sharma as the Mumbai Cricket Association unveiled a stand named in his honour at Wankhede Stadium. Ambani highlighted Sharma’s journey from Borivali to becoming a global cricket icon, inspiring a new generation. Sharma’s contributions to Mumbai Indians and the Indian national team were celebrated, marking his legacy at the iconic venue.
Mayank Yadav’s comeback to Lucknow Super Giants was cut short due to injury concerns, raising questions about his rehabilitation. Despite initial excitement, his pace dropped significantly, baffling the team. Sources suggest he was rushed back after limited bowling sessions at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence.
Neeraj Chopra, India’s celebrated javelin thrower, is set to compete in the Doha Diamond League, aiming for a strong start to the season and defending his world title. He will face tough competition from Anderson Peters and others, while fellow Indian Kishore Jena also participates.
Kerala’s football fans will have to wait longer to see Lionel Messi play on their soil. Despite efforts by Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman, Argentina’s 2026 schedule excludes the state, with matches planned in China, Qatar, and Africa. The dream of hosting Messi, especially after Argentina’s World Cup victory, is deferred.
Rohit Sharma’s decision to skip the Sydney Test earlier this year, despite Ravi Shastri’s strong disagreement, has resurfaced. Shastri revealed he would have insisted Sharma play, believing his potential match-winning innings, even a small one, could have altered the series outcome. Earlier in June 2024, Rohit had also called time on his T20I career after leading India to a seven-run victory over South Africa in the final of the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup.
Amidst speculation over India’s next Test captain, Wasim Jaffer suggests Shubman Gill should lead during the England tour whenever Jasprit Bumrah rests. Jaffer advocates for Bumrah as the primary choice, with Gill as vice-captain to gain experience. Bumrah’s fitness concerns and past injuries make him an uncertain choice for all five Tests.
With the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) set to resume on Saturday, TimesofIndia.com delves deep into the lives of the individuals who manage everything from booking flights, hotels, and cabs to ensuring the safety and comfort of players and their travelling families, especially in extraordinary situations like the one that unfolded on May 8 in Dharamsala.
The Bhartiya Janata Party’s official X account posted a video comparing India’s victory in a 2007 T20 World Cup bowl-off against Pakistan to Operation Sindoor, India’s response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The post sarcastically mocked Pakistan’s failure in the bowl-off, drawing parallels to the military operation targeting terrorist elements in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Jadeja, at 36 years of age, will be one of India’s most experienced players going into the England series. Will the CSK man be named captain or not is a question yet to be answered. However, his message of gratitude on Instagram has sparked discussion and debate on whether the record-holder in tests deserves control of the team.