Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Netherlands cricket team during a community event in The Hague, highlighting the role of Indian-origin players in lifting the squad. Speaking to the Indian diaspora, he noted the Netherlands’ strong showing against India’s champions at the recent T20 World Cup and pointed to Aryan Dutt’s contributions. Modi also drew a parallel to hockey, crediting Dutch coaches and head coach Sjoerd Marijne for shaping India’s women’s team, while encouraging support for the upcoming Hockey World Cup.
Delhi Metro has extended last train timings across operational lines for the DC vs Rajasthan Royals IPL match at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, May 17. With the game starting at 7:30 PM and expected to finish after 11:00 PM, DMRC has pushed back terminal departures to prevent fans from being stranded. Examples include a 11:35 PM last train from Dwarka Sector-21 to Noida Electronic City and a final Samaypur Badli to Millennium City Centre Gurugram service at 12:20 AM.
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Virat Kohli says he has “nothing left to prove” and will only consider playing the 2027 ODI World Cup if he believes he can contribute meaningfully to India. After retiring from T20Is following the 2024 World Cup and closing his Test career last year, he’s focused solely on ODIs. Kohli played 13 ODIs in 2024, scoring 651 runs, and has already struck three IPL centuries this season. He also bristled at doubts, urging clarity from selectors.
Sourav Ganguly revisited India’s early-2000s match-fixing turbulence on the Raj Shamani podcast, recalling that when he became captain at 27, he was largely unsure about how widespread the problem really was. He says he repeatedly asked Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid whether anyone had approached them about fixing or betting, and that their answers were “no”. He also checked with Anil Kumble, again getting no indication. Ganguly later led India to the 2003 ODI World Cup final.
Ishan Kishan received a Rs 1 crore cheque from Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary in Patna, honouring his contribution to India’s 2026 ICC T20 World Cup-winning campaign. The 27-year-old, with roots in Nawada and early childhood in Patna, was greeted as the “son of Bihar” and also received a stole and memento. Officials including Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit attended. Later that same day, Kishan played for Sunrisers Hyderabad, which collapsed against Gujarat Titans and was bowled out for 86.
Former India all-rounder Robin Singh has officially parted ways with Mumbai Indians, ending an association that began in 2010. In a post on X, he confirmed that while he stepped away from the franchise’s IPL support staff in 2022, his role in the overseas setup—including MI Emirates in the UAE’s ILT20—also ended this year. Singh credited the MI family and fans, after helping Mumbai win five IPL titles and two Champions League T20 trophies.
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Mumbai Indians, already out of the IPL playoffs race, turned in a clinical chase to beat Punjab Kings by six wickets in Dharamsala. Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 75 off 33 balls as MI reached 205 for 4 in 19.5 overs, needing only one ball to finish a 201 target. Will Jacks added 25 not out. Earlier, Shardul Thakur’s 4 for 39 looked set to swing things for MI, but Punjab still managed 200 for 8.
Jasprit Bumrah will captain Mumbai Indians for the first time in IPL as they take on Punjab Kings at Dharamshala on Thursday. The Mumbai franchise confirmed the development in a pre-match Instagram post featuring Bumrah. The game also comes amid the absence of Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav, raising questions over MI’s batting and leadership balance.
Teen batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named in the India A squad for a 50-over tri-nation series in Sri Lanka. The competition features hosts Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A, with India A seeking strong performances as a platform to test and develop young talent for the next phase of their careers.
The BCCI has named the India A squad for an ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka in June 2026, with Tilak Varma set to lead as captain. Riyan Parag has been named vice-captain, highlighting the BCCI’s focus on grooming emerging talent for the next level. The team features several promising young cricketers across roles.
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Chennai Super Kings have signed South African all-rounder Dian Forrester as replacement for the injured Jamie Overton. The move brings Forrester to CSK for Rs 75 lakh, with the team betting on his batting and bowling as the tournament enters a critical phase. CSK are currently fifth and next take on Lucknow Super Giants.
Rajasthan Royals star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has received his maiden India A call-up after the BCCI announced the squad for an upcoming ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka. The selection follows growing confidence in his India prospects, with reports suggesting he has been on the radar for the national setup. The tri-series could become a crucial first platform for him.
Disappointing IPL seasons have put three captains on the brink: Axar Patel, Ajinkya Rahane, and Rishabh Pant. With their teams missing playoff contention for two straight seasons, sources indicate potential leadership shake-ups when the current season ends. The question now is whether these franchises will replace captains or stick with their current leadership in the push for next season success.
Virat Kohli roared back to form as RCB overpowered KKR in IPL 2026 at Raipur. After two consecutive ducks, Kohli delivered a stunning unbeaten 105 off 60 balls, powering the chase of a 200-plus total. His explosive recovery turned the match and flipped early doubts into a decisive win for RCB.
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Virat Kohli’s vintage 105 not out powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur. The victory lifted RCB back to the top of the IPL 2026 points table, while dents to KKR’s playoff hopes were immediate. Kohli also crossed a historic milestone, becoming the first Indian to reach 14,000 T20 runs.
Virat Kohli powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring his ninth IPL century. The chase hinged on his match-defining innings, moving RCB to the top of the IPL points table. The knock also reinforced Kohli’s record as the player with the most IPL centuries, underlining Bengaluru’s growing momentum.
Barbados Royals will revert to its earlier identity as the Barbados Tridents from the 2026 Caribbean Premier League season. The franchise owned by Royals Sports Group says the move brings an end to a five year run under the Royals name, signaling a full return to a former brand ahead of the next CPL campaign.
Gujarat Titans pacer Kagiso Rabada has acknowledged how difficult it is to bowl in India when IPL pitches favour batters. Rather than fixating on runs conceded, he urged players to focus on execution and process. Rabada’s comments reflect the shift needed for bowlers to succeed on flatter surfaces, where small errors are punished quickly.
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Australia captain Sophie Molineux says her maiden stint leading the side at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 feels exciting rather than nerve-wracking. The bowling all-rounder, once under fitness scrutiny, is leaning into the pressure as six-time champions chase yet another global title. For Molineux, the focus is on turning doubt into performance.
Chennai Super Kings have named Macneil Hadley Noronha as the replacement for the injured Ramakrishna Ghosh for the rest of the 2026 IPL season. Noronha, an all-rounder, arrives after finishing as the highest run-scorer in the 2024-25 Colonel C.K. Nayudu Trophy, giving CSK added batting depth as they chase a playoff spot.
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