Haider Ali’s journey from a small Pakistani village to the UAE national cricket team is a testament to his unwavering resilience. Overcoming obstacles like working as a waiter, selling fruits during the pandemic, and surviving a near-fatal accident, he persevered to chase his cricketing dream.
Royal Challengers Bangalore clinched a Qualifier 1 spot in IPL 2025, triumphing over Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets. Chasing a challenging 227-3, RCB’s Jitesh Sharma’s explosive 85 off 33 balls and key contributions from Virat Kohli and Mayank Agarwal secured the win.
Lucknow Super Giants skipper Rishabh Pant has been penalised Rs 30 lakh for a slow over rate during their defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Other playing XI members, including the Impact Player, received a Rs 12 lakh fine. This marks LSG’s third over-rate offence this season.
Jitesh Sharma’s explosive, unbeaten 85 propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record-breaking chase against Lucknow Super Giants. Overcoming cramps and a couple of close calls, Jitesh credited his mentor Dinesh Karthik’s advice for his match-winning knock. Bengaluru’s victory secured their flawless away record and paved their path to a top-two finish.
Rishabh Pant, after his IPL stint, aims to recharge before the England Test tour, reflecting on Lucknow Super Giants’ injury-hit season despite his brilliant century in the final fixture. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a thrilling win, propelled by Jitesh Sharma’s explosive innings and Mayank Agarwal’s contribution.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru created IPL history by winning all seven away matches in the 2025 season, propelled by Jitesh Sharma’s unbeaten 85, securing a six-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants. RCB chased down a formidable 228, marking their highest successful chase and finishing second in the points table. This win sets up a Qualifier 1 clash with Punjab Kings.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched a spot in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1, defeating Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets while chasing a target of 228. Virat Kohli’s rapid 54 and a crucial partnership between Jitesh Sharma and Mayank Agarwal propelled RCB to victory.
In a thrilling IPL 2025 match, a controversial run-out attempt by LSG’s Digvesh Rathi against RCB’s Jitesh Sharma sparked debate. Rathi’s attempt at the non-striker’s end was deemed invalid under MCC Law 38.3, as he had completed his bowling action. Despite Rishabh Pant’s sporting gesture to withdraw the appeal, the third umpire’s review confirmed the decision.
The IPL 2025 playoffs are set to commence with Punjab Kings facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1, while Gujarat Titans will battle Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator. These matches, held in Ahmedabad and Mullanpur, will determine which teams advance to the final. The remaining teams will compete for the coveted IPL title.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a crucial top-two finish in a high-stakes IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants. LSG posted a formidable 227/3, highlighted by Rishabh Pant’s explosive century. RCB’s successful chase, their highest ever in IPL history, was marked by a controversial Mankad appeal that was later withdrawn. Jitesh Sharma’s blistering 85* and Mayank Agarwal’s support propelled RCB to victory.