In a powerful IPL clash at Feroz Shah Kotla, Mitchell Starc emerged as the ultimate game-changer as Delhi Capitals edged out Rajasthan Royals in a nail-biting Super Over finish on Wednesday. Starc, known for his calm under pressure, defended nine runs in the final over to force a Super Over, and then delivered a brilliant spell to help DC secure their first home win of the season.Chasing 189, Rajasthan Royals were cruising thanks to fluent fifties from Yashasvi Jaiswal (51 off 37) and Delhi-born Nitish Rana (51 off 28). Their 92-run stand looked to have sealed the game, but DC’s
In a jaw-dropping turnaround, Punjab Kings (PBKS) etched their name into IPL history books by defending the lowest-ever total in a completed 20-over match, securing a 16-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Mullanpur on Tuesday. After being bowled out for just 111 runs in 15.3 overs, few expected PBKS to put up a fight—but Yuzvendra Chahal had other plans.KKR seemed to be cruising during their chase, reaching 62 for 2 in the seventh over. With experienced campaigners at the crease and only 50 more needed, the match appeared firmly in KKR’s grip. However, Chahal's four-wicket spell (4 for
In a nail-biting encounter between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), MS Dhoni reminded the cricket world of his unmatched finishing prowess, leading CSK to a dramatic 5-wicket victory in Match 30 of IPL 2025. Chasing a target of 167, Dhoni walked in with CSK needing 56 runs off the last 30 balls and guided his side to victory with a stunning 26* off just 11 balls.LSG, batting first, put up 166/7 in their 20 overs, with skipper Rishabh Pant top-scoring with 63 runs. Despite the solid start, the CSK bowlers kept things under control to restrict
In a major development for Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni is set to return as captain for the remainder of IPL 2025 after regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out due to an elbow fracture. CSK head coach Stephen Fleming confirmed the news on April 10, ahead of the team’s upcoming home clash against Kolkata Knight Riders.Gaikwad, 28, sustained a blow to his elbow during the March 30 fixture against Rajasthan Royals, when he was struck by a delivery from Tushar Deshpande. Despite playing the next two matches, recent scans revealed a fracture, ending his campaign prematurely. “He’s been operating
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s rough start at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium continued as Delhi Capitals extended their perfect record in the season with a dominant six-wicket win on Thursday. Led by a sensational unbeaten 93 from KL Rahul, DC chased down 164 with 13 balls to spare, marking their fourth consecutive victory in IPL 2025.For RCB, the wait for a home win goes on—after Smriti Mandhana’s side failed to secure a WPL win at the venue, the men’s team has now suffered back-to-back defeats at their fortress. Ironically, the downfall came at the hands of familiar faces. Mohammed Siraj tormented them
The Wankhede Stadium witnessed a pulsating clash between two IPL giants as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a thrilling 12-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in a high-scoring contest of the IPL 2025 season. Despite a remarkable comeback partnership by MI skipper Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma, it was Krunal Pandya—ironically, a former MI stalwart—who sealed the match for RCB with a brilliant final over.Chasing a daunting target of 222, MI looked down and out before Hardik and Tilak launched a stunning assault, adding 89 runs off just 34 balls for the fifth wicket. Their counter-attack brought Mumbai back into
MS Dhoni, one of Indian cricket's most iconic figures, has finally addressed the swirling speculations regarding his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL). Following Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) crushing 50-run defeat against the Delhi Capitals on Saturday, fans and critics alike began to wonder if the 2025 season could be Dhoni's final campaign as a player. However, in a recent podcast with entrepreneur Raj Shamani, Dhoni offered clarity on his future, putting a pause to the growing chatter.The 43-year-old former India captain stated that he’s not in a rush to make any decisions and prefers to take things one
Match Details: Teams: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) vs Mumbai Indians (MI) Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow Date & Time: Friday, April 4, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST Live Streaming: JioHotstar Live Broadcast: Star Sports Mumbai Indians' Recent Performance: MI secured their first victory of IPL 2025 against Kolkata Knight Riders. Debutant Ashwani Kumar took a historic four-wicket haul, restricting KKR to 116. Ryan Rickelton’s 62-run knock led MI to a comfortable win in just 13 overs. Hardik Pandya’s
In the IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) gear up for another exciting season. Both teams have made strategic changes, strengthening their squads to contend for the title. Let’s break down their strengths, weaknesses, and head-to-head record. RCB’s Strengths and WeaknessesRCB boasts a powerful batting lineup led by Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, and Liam Livingstone. This trio provides stability and firepower at the top. The team also benefits from a well-balanced group of all-rounders, including Krunal Pandya, Jacob Bethell, and Tim David, adding depth to both batting and bowling departments. Additionally, the arrival of Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar
