RCB’s Tim David was fined after making an obscene middle-finger gesture from the dugout following RCB’s last-ball win over Mumbai in Raipur. The incident drew the attention of match officials, who issued the penalty for the display during the IPL 2026 thriller. The win capped a dramatic chase, but David’s celebration became the headline.
During the RCB vs MI match in Raipur, IPL 2026 broadcaster and former CSK cricketer Subramaniam Badrinath faced backlash after remarks about Krunal Pandya’s cramps. What was meant to sound like a joke was widely viewed as inappropriate and insensitive, drawing swift criticism and forcing a spotlight on standards for live commentary.
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RCB stunned MI in an IPL 2026 last-ball thriller, with Krunal Pandya’s 46-ball 73 driving the chase as RCB edged over the line. The win lifted RCB to the top of the points table. But the moment after the match turned viral when captain Rajat Patidar made a startling remark that raised eyebrows across cricket circles.
MI’s camp is buzzing ahead of the IPL 2026 match vs RCB in Raipur on May 10, with reports suggesting key leaders Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya could miss the game. Hardik is said to have been advised a week’s rest, while Suryakumar’s availability remains unclear, sparking speculation that Rohit Sharma could return to the captaincy if both are sidelined.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has thrown uncertainty over MS Dhoni’s return for Chennai Super Kings’ IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians, suggesting the former captain may not play. Ashwin also hinted that Mumbai’s Rohit Sharma could be sidelined due to injury, as both franchises enter the game in a high-pressure must-win situation.
Ahead of the high-voltage CSK vs MI clash at Chepauk, Suresh Raina hinted that MS Dhoni’s calf injury recovery could allow him to play his first match of the IPL 2026 season today. Raina, along with former CSK teammate Mike Hussey, shared that Dhoni’s fitness update looks promising, sparking excitement among fans who’ve been waiting for the ‘Maza’ to return.
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Ahead of the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings, Ruturaj Gaikwad has all but confirmed that MS Dhoni will not play. The CSK batter disclosed Dhoni’s status on the eve of the match during a promotional event in Mumbai, pointing to an injury issue. The result could reshape CSK’s batting and finishers role for the marquee showdown.
Chennai Super Kings put on a commanding display against Mumbai Indians, winning by 103 runs. Sanju Samson anchored the innings with an unbeaten century as CSK piled up 207. In response, MI’s chase never got going, collapsing to 104 all out. Akeal Hosein led the damage with 4/17, sealing CSK’s decisive victory.
Sanju Samson made a major statement at Wankhede on April 23, powering his fifth IPL century during the Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings match. The CSK wicketkeeper-batter’s explosive knock became the highlight of the evening as the contest swung in CSK’s favour, with Samson’s timing and power turning momentum into a commanding display.
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