NEW DELHI: The build-up to Mumbai Indians’ clash against Punjab Kings was dominated by one question: would Rohit Sharma play?A day before the match, uncertainty hung thick. MI’s team management stayed tight-lipped, with their media manager confirming that the decision rested with the medical staff. Rohit, who had suffered a hamstring injury against Royal Challengers…
Quinton de Kock and MS Dhoni NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians batter Quinton de Kock made a stunning return as opener for Mumbai Indians after five years, stepping up in the absence of Rohit Sharma in their IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings on Thursday.With Rohit ruled out due to a hamstring injury, MI reshuffled their…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Lalit Modi NEW DELHI: Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi has made a bold prediction about young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying he could become the face of Indian cricket in the future. Known for spotting talent early, Modi recalled being completely stunned the first time he saw the teenager bat during the IPL.Speaking…
Arshdeep Singh (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings (PBKS) pace spearhead Arshdeep Singh delivered a defining moment in the IPL 2026 clash between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, striking twice in two balls and entering an elite club of left-arm pacers with 100 or more IPL wickets.With this, the 27-year-old pacer became the first PBKS…
They say age comes for everyone eventually, and the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League is proving that to be ruthlessly true. Rohit Sharma will miss Mumbai Indians’ clash against Punjab Kings at the Wankhede Stadium, marking a rare occasion that the 38-year-old will be absent from the five-time champion’s top-order. Rohit is not…
Jude Bellingham was not happy about the decision to send Eduardo Camavinga off against Bayern Munich Jude Bellingham criticised the decision to send off team-mate Eduardo Camavinga during Real Madrid’s Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich, describing it as “a joke” in the aftermath of the game. Camavinga, introduced from the bench, was dismissed in…
In the Mumbai Indians’ last game against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rohit Sharma was struck by a hamstring injury that led him to walk-off in its chase of 241. The MI contingent later revealed that Rohit was being assessed by the medical team and an update would be shared, raising doubts about his participation in…
It promises to be tight but who do we fancy to finish on top: Arsenal or Manchester City? Arsenal and Manchester City have slugged it out for much of the season and the destination of the Premier League trophy could become clearer on Sunday when the teams clash at the Etihad Stadium. A draw would…
Rohit Sharma will miss Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Thursday, April 16. Rohit misses the match with a hamstring injury that forced him to retire hurt in Mumbai Indians’ last outing against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday. “The medical staff is assessing him… An official update…
The Mumbai Cricket Association has formalised its long-mooted player contract system, outlining the structure and framework of what it hopes will be a cornerstone in strengthening its domestic ecosystem. The decision, approved in principle by the MCA Apex Council on January 15, now has its details in place. The contracts will be awarded based on…
