Mumbai Indians defeated Rajasthan Royals by 100 runs. Rohit Sharma scored 53, and Rickelton added 61, setting a strong foundation. Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya contributed unbeaten 48s each. Rajasthan’s batting collapsed, with only Jofra Archer offering resistance. Jasprit Bumrah and Karn Sharma took crucial wickets. This victory ended Rajasthan’s playoff hopes and extended Mumbai’s winning streak.
Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, Instagram accounts of prominent Pakistani cricketers like Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan have been blocked in India. This action follows a similar restriction placed on Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem’s account, indicating a response to recent events. Users attempting to visit his profile are shown a message stating: “Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content.”
Legendary Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter and ex-captain Virat Kohli was asked to pick a teammate he would and wouldn’t like to be roommates with as the team makes multiple stops during a demanding season
Ravi Shastri has suggested that Team India selectors and think tank consider Sai Sudharsan for the tour of England. The former India cricketer and coach praised his technique and suitability for English conditions. He also mentioned Shreyas Iyer as a potential contender for the five-match series.
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.