Amidst the title celebrations and passionate displays of jubilation, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted their maiden IPL crown. As Rajat Patidar went up to lift the trophy as RCB skipper, he made a selfless proclamation to dedicate the win to loyal RCB star and their biggest icon till date – Virat Kohli.
Following Mumbai Indians’ dominant victory over Rajasthan Royals, Jasprit Bumrah, known for his exceptional pace bowling, shared invaluable insights with RR’s Tushar Deshpande on cultivating a winning mindset. Bumrah emphasised the importance of aggressive thinking, focusing on dismissing the batter rather than solely preventing boundaries.
Due to rain at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) in Dharamsala, the match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) has been called off. Earlier, Shreyas Iyer of Punjab Kings won the toss and chose to bat in the rain-delayed match against Delhi Capitals. DC made one change, replacing Vipraj Nigam with Madhav Tiwari, while PBKS remained unchanged.
India suffered a heartbreaking 1-2 defeat to Argentina in the FIH Pro League, marking their fourth consecutive loss in the European leg. Jugraj Singh’s early goal was nullified by Tomas Domene’s brace. A late penalty stroke drama saw Jugraj’s initial successful attempt disallowed after a video referral. He was given another chance, but Argentina’s goalkeeper saved it, sealing India’s fate.
Ahead of the crucial IPL 2025 Qualifier 2, Arshdeep Singh expressed his determination to help Punjab Kings secure their first IPL title. The left-arm pacer highlighted his role in crucial moments, emphasizing his focus on handling pressure and delivering for the team.
Shubman Gill achieved a milestone in the IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals. He became the second-fastest Indian to score 5000 T20 runs. KL Rahul earlier smashed an unbeaten century. Gill and Sai Sudharsan had a crucial partnership. Their performance took Gujarat closer to a playoff berth. Rahul also became the fastest Indian to 8000 T20 runs.
Andre Russell’s explosive unbeaten 57 propelled Kolkata Knight Riders to a formidable 206/4 against Rajasthan Royals. Russell’s innings, featuring six sixes, marked his entry into the 1000-run club at Eden Gardens. He attributed his success to smart decision-making against spinners, emphasizing his preference to attack them, crucial for KKR’s playoff aspirations.
Shubman Gill, the new Test captain, expressed his honour at leading India and confirmed he would bat at No.4, filling Virat Kohli’s spot. He emphasized creating a secure team environment and backing young players. While keeping the playing XI flexible based on pitch conditions, Gill hinted at an evolving team identity to be revealed later in the series.
Noor Ahmad’s brilliant four-wicket haul and cameos from Conway, Mitchell, Mukkamalla, and Ferreira powered Texas Super Kings to a commanding 57-run win over LA Knight Riders, maintaining their perfect MLC 2025 record with two wins in two matches.
Virat Kohli, India’s beloved cricketer, retires from Test cricket, marking the end of an era defined by his ‘My Way’ approach. His fitness obsession, bold captaincy decisions like prioritizing pace bowling, and early adoption of social media shaped his career. Kohli leaves behind a legacy of records, brand endorsements, and iconic status, inspiring future generations with his leadership and determination.