Punjab Kings' quest for a top-two IPL playoff finish suffered a setback with a six-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals despite posting a competitive 206/8. Shreyas Iyer's 53 and Marcus Stoinis's 44 were not enough as Delhi chased the target successfully.
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Rishabh Pant roared back into form with a blistering century against RCB in a crucial IPL 2025 match, marking his first IPL ton in seven years. His explosive 54-ball hundred, the fastest ever by an LSG batter, powered Lucknow Super Giants to a formidable 230-run total. This dominant performance significantly boosted RCB's chances of securing a top-two finish.
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JioHotstar has secured exclusive digital streaming rights for India's highly anticipated five-Test series against England, commencing on June 20. This agreement, part of a sublicensing deal with Sony Entertainment Network, ensures live digital access for fans. Sony retains television broadcast rights, while the partnership extends to the 2026 white-ball tour of England.
Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians will clash in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad, a match relocated due to geopolitical tensions. While PBKS aim for their first final since 2014, MI seeks their sixth title. Although rain briefly impacted PBKS's training, the forecast for the match is clear.
A run-fest unfolded in the IPL 2025 Eliminator. Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans scored a combined 436 runs. Mumbai Indians posted 228/5, led by Rohit Sharma's 81. Sai Sudharsan's 81 guided Gujarat Titans, but they fell short, scoring 208/6. Mumbai Indians won by 20 runs. They will now face Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2.
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 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.
India's Test squad for the upcoming series against England reveals a strong Gujarat Titans influence, with five players selected, including captain Shubman Gill. The team reflects a shift towards IPL-proven talent, with several players earning their spots based on domestic and white-ball performances.
Mumbai Indians will take on Punjab Kings in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025 for a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The game set to commence on June 1 is under threat from the possibility of rain, with Ahmedabad experiencing light showers a day ahead of the high-octane clash.