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PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi gets ICC invite for Ahmedabad as IPL final also looms

PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi gets ICC invite for Ahmedabad as IPL final also looms

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi, also Pakistan’s interior minister, has reportedly received an invitation to join ICC Board discussions in Ahmedabad, coinciding with the IPL 2026 final on May 31. The ICC’s schedule includes a virtual Chief Executives Committee meeting on May 21 and an in-person Board meeting on May 30-31 to revisit the World Test Championship’s future structure. Due to strained India-Pakistan ties, Naqvi’s participation is uncertain, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expected to decide whether to travel.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026
Rishabh Pant fined Rs 12 lakh as LSG beat CSK despite slow over rate

Rishabh Pant fined Rs 12 lakh as LSG beat CSK despite slow over rate

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant was fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over-rate during Match No. 59 of IPL 2026 against Chennai Super Kings in Lucknow. It was LSG’s first Code of Conduct offence under Article 2.22. The penalty came despite a convincing seven-wicket win for LSG, who chased 188 quickly in 16.4 overs. Mitchell Marsh powered the chase with a 38-ball 90, while Kartik Sharma’s 71 couldn’t stop CSK’s 187/5. Ruturaj Gaikwad credited LSG’s shot-making.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026

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KKR face Gujarat Titans in must win IPL 2026 as playoffs slip fast after RCB loss

KKR face Gujarat Titans in must win IPL 2026 as playoffs slip fast after RCB loss

Kolkata Knight Riders host an in-form Gujarat Titans on Saturday at Eden Gardens with their season hanging by a thread after a recent loss to RCB. Sitting on 9 points from 11 games, KKR can mathematically still reach the playoffs, but they face the prospect of missing out for a second straight year. A win sets up a tight qualification web involving other results, with conditions potentially allowing progress even at 13 points if Net Run Rate and competitors cooperate. Kolkata is expected to be hot and cloudy with light rain chances.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 16 May 2026
KKR Fitness Update on Varun Chakaravarthy Boosts Playoff Hopes Before Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Clash

KKR Fitness Update on Varun Chakaravarthy Boosts Playoff Hopes Before Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Clash

Ahead of Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens, KKR issued a significant fitness update on injured spinner Varun Chakaravarthy. The franchise confirmed he has resumed bowling in the nets on matchday, with the medical and coaching teams closely tracking his progress and availability for the Saturday evening fixture. In a separate squad note, three-time champions KKR also confirmed New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra has returned home for red-ball preparations for England. KKR sit eighth with nine points and an NRR of -0.198.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026
CSK and RCB make bold IPL 2026 swaps with Kuldip Yadav and Richard Gleeson after key pacer injuries

CSK and RCB make bold IPL 2026 swaps with Kuldip Yadav and Richard Gleeson after key pacer injuries

Chennai Super Kings have signed domestic pacer Kuldip Yadav for ₹30 lakh as cover for injured Khaleel Ahmed, ruled out with a right quadricep injury suffered against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 16. Royal Challengers Bengaluru have added English fast bowler Richard Gleeson for ₹1.6 crore for the rest of IPL 2026 after Nuwan Thushara withdrew due to injury concerns. Thushara also pulled his legal case against Sri Lanka Cricket, saying much of the tournament had already passed.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Hardik Pandya Begins Bowling Again Ahead of MI vs KKR IPL 2026 Boost

Hardik Pandya Begins Bowling Again Ahead of MI vs KKR IPL 2026 Boost

Ahead of MI’s penultimate IPL 2026 game against KKR, Hardik Pandya has been spotted bowling at full speed in the nets after missing recent matches with an injury. The allrounder, who reportedly didn’t travel with the team and was unable to play after traveling to Raipur, has now resumed training in Mumbai. After MI beat Punjab Kings, Shardul Thakur addressed the social-media chatter, saying he expects Hardik to return to action versus Kolkata.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026

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Shardul Thakur confirms Hardik Pandya injury absence and hints return versus KKR amid MI future rumors

Shardul Thakur confirms Hardik Pandya injury absence and hints return versus KKR amid MI future rumors

Shardul Thakur addressed mounting concerns over Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya after he missed the last three matches. Thakur said Pandya’s non-availability was purely injury-related, citing a back spasm that kept him from travelling to Dharamsala and previously sidelined him for games against Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Training in Mumbai now, Thakur indicated Pandya could return for the next match against Kolkata Knight Riders. He also dismissed social media speculation about Pandya’s future with MI.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
BCCI fines Mumbai batting coach Kieron Pollard for audible obscenity during IPL 2026 vs PBKS

BCCI fines Mumbai batting coach Kieron Pollard for audible obscenity during IPL 2026 vs PBKS

Mumbai Indians batting coach Kieron Pollard has been reprimanded by the BCCI after an “audible obscenity” during the IPL 2026 match against PBKS. The incident occurred in the 19th over of the second innings when Pollard directed abusive language at the fourth umpire. He was fined 15% of his applicable match fee and received one demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the IPL Code of Conduct for players and team officials. Pollard admitted the offence and accepted the sanction. Despite the controversy, Tilak Varma’s explosive batting helped MI secure a crucial win.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026
Bumrah makes IPL captaincy debut as Mumbai Indians face Punjab Kings in Dharamshala

Bumrah makes IPL captaincy debut as Mumbai Indians face Punjab Kings in Dharamshala

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.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
KKR coach admits costly Kohli drop as he smashes unbeaten century in IPL 2026 chase

KKR coach admits costly Kohli drop as he smashes unbeaten century in IPL 2026 chase

A dropped catch of Virat Kohli proved punishing for Kolkata Knight Riders as the RCB star went on to hit an unbeaten century and steer Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win in IPL 2026. KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar admitted the mistake and said Varun Chakravarthy’s absence also played a role. Devdutt Padikkal lauded Kohli’s masterful knock.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Corbin Bosch Breaks Silence on MI Hardik Pandya Injury Ahead of IPL 2026 vs PBKS

Corbin Bosch Breaks Silence on MI Hardik Pandya Injury Ahead of IPL 2026 vs PBKS

Ahead of IPL 2026’s clash between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings in Dharamsala, Corbin Bosch has spoken up amid uncertainty in the MI camp. With it appearing increasingly likely that captain Hardik Pandya will miss the match, Bosch’s comments add fuel to the debate over the severity and timing of the injury and MI’s likely team plans.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Kohli Smashes Record Unbeaten Century as RCB Crush KKR in IPL 2026

Kohli Smashes Record Unbeaten Century as RCB Crush KKR in IPL 2026

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.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Kohli Masterclass Lifts RCB Past KKR as Rahane Blames Drops in IPL 2026 Twist

Kohli Masterclass Lifts RCB Past KKR as Rahane Blames Drops in IPL 2026 Twist

Virat Kohli delivered another chase-defining performance as RCB edged past KKR in Raipur, taking the side over the line with an unbeaten 105 off 60 balls. After the win, Ajinkya Rahane reflected on missed chances, rueing dropped catches that could have shifted the contest. Kohli’s calm, dominant batting proved decisive as RCB moved up in IPL 2026 standings.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
SRH Coach Refuses Blame After 82 Run Collapse Against GT in IPL 2026

SRH Coach Refuses Blame After 82 Run Collapse Against GT in IPL 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s IPL 2026 match in Ahmedabad turned grim as they were beaten by 82 runs by Gujarat Titans. SRH’s sluggish batting performance drew questions, but the team’s coach pushed back, saying he places no blame on the batters. GT’s Kagiso Rabada struck early and controlled the second innings to set up the emphatic victory.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026

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Pat Cummins fined 12 lakh for slow over rate as SRH lose badly to GT

Pat Cummins fined 12 lakh for slow over rate as SRH lose badly to GT

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins was fined INR 12 lakh for a slow over rate during their IPL 2026 match against Gujarat Titans. The sanction came after SRH failed to maintain the required over pace, coinciding with a heavy defeat for the team, adding another blow to their campaign rhythm.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
IPL 2026 Punjab Kings face Mumbai Indians after four straight defeats and panic mounting

IPL 2026 Punjab Kings face Mumbai Indians after four straight defeats and panic mounting

Punjab Kings head into IPL 2026’s crucial clash against Mumbai Indians on the back of four straight losses. With top four qualification slipping, the franchise must fix glaring bowling and fielding problems fast. Mumbai Indians may be underperforming, but they still have the power to derail Punjab’s revival. Key players will be central to who turns the tide.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
IPL 2026 Kohli targets KKR revenge after two ducks but Narine looms with a troubling record

IPL 2026 Kohli targets KKR revenge after two ducks but Narine looms with a troubling record

Virat Kohli is looking to bounce back in IPL 2026 against Kolkata Knight Riders after registering two consecutive ducks this season. Despite his solid history versus KKR, Sunil Narine remains the key threat, having dismissed Kohli multiple times. With Kohli’s current form showing a high strike rate, the matchup could define his turnaround.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
SRH coach Vettori admits GT bowling shut down Hyderabad in IPL 2026 blowout win

SRH coach Vettori admits GT bowling shut down Hyderabad in IPL 2026 blowout win

Gujarat Titans delivered a ruthless bowling masterclass to beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in IPL 2026. SRH were bundled out for just 86, unable to build any real momentum against GT’s disciplined attack. SRH head coach Daniel Vettori praised the Titans’ bowling lineup after the lopsided finish.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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David Miller Masterclass Lifts Delhi Capitals as Touch and Power Slice PBKS

David Miller Masterclass Lifts Delhi Capitals as Touch and Power Slice PBKS

David Miller’s standout performance for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings has drawn praise from ex-India coach Sanjay Bangar. Bangar pointed to Miller’s rare all-angles control: sharp legside touch paired with fearless offside aggression, including through the covers. The impact of that complete batting display helped DC stay alive in the IPL 2026 playoffs race, keeping their hopes flickering.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026
GT vs SRH Live in Ahmedabad for IPL 2026 top spot here’s where to watch and key XI details

GT vs SRH Live in Ahmedabad for IPL 2026 top spot here’s where to watch and key XI details

Gujarat Titans and Sunrisers Hyderabad meet in Ahmedabad on May 12 at 7:30 PM IST with both teams tied on 14 points, battling for the IPL 2026 top spot. GT arrive on a four-match winning streak but must navigate SRH’s dangerous batting unit. Here’s the probable XI, head-to-head, pitch and weather outlook, and match viewing details.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
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