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Indian Premier League 2023

Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood is considered among the best pacers of all time.

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IPL 2023: 'More low days than high...' — Josh Hazlewood opens up on why he chose cricket over Javelin Throw

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik recorded his 14th duck of Indian Premier League (IPL) career on April 2.

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Dinesh Karthik joins Rohit Sharma, Mandeep Singh on this embarrassing list of IPL batters

Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis's glistening 148-run opening partnership for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 opening match against Mumbai Indians (MI) helped them

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IPL 2023: 'This guy wasn't gonna edge any of them!' — Kohli and de Villiers engage in hilarious banter after emphatic win over MI

Barring the last over with four wides, Mohammed Siraj was perfect against the Mumbai Indians (MI) during the Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) eight-wicket victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday, April 2.

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IPL 2023: 'One day I'm India's hero, and the next an Auto driver!' — Mohammed Siraj calls out harsh online trollers; watch video

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) undoubtedly have the most fans in the country but one thing that has regularly eluded them is the prestigious Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy.

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IPL 2023: 'RCB are third team to have qualified the most...' — Virat Kohli shuts downs critics by calling on team's impressive playoff record

Five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians (MI) sustained a horrendous start to their campaign on April 2 (Sunday) after Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) trounced the Men in Blue by eight wickets at the M.

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IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma makes a big statement after crushing defeat against RCB, says '...playing without Jasprit Bumrah'

Former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Virat Kohli shared a match-winning opening partnership with Faf du Plessis and led them to an easy eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 opener.

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‘Even in the nets he was not getting hit for sixes’: Virat Kohli lauds RCB’s brave leg-spinner

Faf du Plessis-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) started off with an easy eight-wicket win with 22 balls to spare at their homeground M.

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RCB vs MI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis' near-invincible partnership guides RCB to dominating 8-wicket win, outshines Tilak Varma's gutsy 84

In the battle of heavyweights the mighty Mumbai Indians (MI) take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) as Faf Du Plessis won the toss and elected to field first in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 clash at the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bangalore on Sunday (April 2).

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IPL 2023, RCB vs MI: Faf du Plessis hands debut to Kiwi all-rounder who smashed ton in practice game, Rohit includes unknown left-arm pacer in side

One of the most fierce rivalries in franchise cricket will re-ignite on April 2 (Sunday) when Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will lock horns against five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions.

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IPL 2023: A comparison of Virat Kohli's record against Mumbai Indians to Rohit Sharma's history versus Royal Challengers Bangalore

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Delhi Capitals have once again become the table toppers of the IPL 2025 after their thrilling win over Rajasthan Royals in the Super Over

DC have reclaimed the top spot in the IPL 2025 points table after beating RR

DC had the last laugh against RR in the Super Over thriller

Delhi Capitals' Tristan Stubbs (L) and KL Rahul celebrate after winning the match against Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2025 updated points table: Delhi Capitals dethrone GT as table toppers, know where RR are placed after Super Over roller coaster

Sanju Samson was left heartbroken after Rajasthan Royals' painful defeat against Delhi Capitals in a Super Over thriller in their IPL 2025 clash 

Sanju Samson was left disappointed after RR's painful defeat against DC

DC had the last laugh against RR in Super Over thriller

Rajasthan Royals' Sanju Samson in frame

'It could have created some positivity in the dressing room': Sanju Samson left gutted with RR's painful defeat vs DC in Super Over drama

DC vs RR Highlights IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals defeated Rajasthan Royals after a thrilling Super Over in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash

Delhi Capitals got the better of Rajasthan Royals in a thrilling Super Over contest

DC chased down the 12-run target with 2 balls to spare in the Super Over

Delhi Capitals' Mitchell Starc (2R) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Rajasthan Royals' Dhruv Jurel during their IPL 2025 match

IPL 2025: Mitchell Starc turns match on its head as DC have the last laugh against RR in Super Over thriller

Let's have a look at the list of teams who have suffered most run outs in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.

Delhi Capitals' Karun Nair in this frame

Running into Trouble: Delhi Capitals top the list of most run-outs in IPL 2025

Rohit Sharma talked about his mindset which has changed over the years since ODI World Cup 2019 where he scored five hundreds

Rohit Sharma revealed the biggest lesson he learnt in the 2019 ODI World Cup

Rohit Sharma belted five centuries in the 2019 ODI World Cup but India lost in the semis

Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma in this frame

'Five hundreds in 2019 World Cup of no use': Rohit Sharma's candid admission on how his mindset changed over the years

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Chael Sonnen was stunned by Jon Jones' behavior leading up to their UFC 159 title fight on April 27, 2013, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Chael Sonnen, known for his bold trash talk, felt unusually confident ahead of his fight against Jon Jones at UFC 159, despite his typical bravado.

Chael Sonnen is a former UF fighter.

Sonnen squared off against Jon Jones at UFC 159.

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Max Verstappen may be tied to Red Bull until 2028, but recent reports suggest that the reigning F1 champion could be weighing his options.

Two of the most commonly discussed landing spots for Verstappen remain Mercedes and Aston Martin.

Gasly delivered a solid performance in Bahrain, qualifying fifth and finishing seventh after being overtaken by Verstappen in the final lap. 

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Ilia Topuria is seeking a lightweight title fight against Islam Makhachev, but faces opposition. Topuria claims the UFC promised him a title shot if he vacated the featherweight belt, while Makhachev's team, including Khabib Nurmagomedov, believe Topuria should fight for a No. 1 contender spot first.

Ilia Topuria vacated the UFC Featherweight Title.

Ilia Topuria is seeking a Lightweight title shot against Islam Makhachev.

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Ilia Topuria and Khabib Nurmagomedov

'Only reason he doesn’t want Islam to...': Ilia Topuria Slams Khabib Nurmagomedov for Discrediting Him as Top Contender for Islam Makhachev's UFC Lightweight Title

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Kelce has confirmed amidst all the speculation that he is still in the NFL; he is not retiring yet and is back to make his 13th season with the Chiefs for 2025. 

The couple is said to be looking into possibly buying a home together in Kansas City.

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In a recent interview, Khabib expressed Arman Tsarukyan as his favorite to challenge Islam Makhachev over Topuria.

Tsarukyan was expected to challenge Makhachev, considering his impressive sequel to his debut loss against the champion in 2019.

Ilia Topuria, the undefeated fighter rising through the ranks of the UFC, has set his sights on Islam Makhachev’s lightweight title.

Ilia Topuria UFC and Khabib Nurmagomedov in the frame

Bangalore vs Mumbai Match Stats

Match 5, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

IPL 2023: 'More low days than high...' — Josh Hazlewood opens up on why he chose cricket over Javelin Throw

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2023

Sun 2 April, 19:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 07

MI
209/9 (20.0 ov)

RCB
221/5 (20.0 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Mumbai Indians by 12 runs

Indian Premier League, 2024 On Apr 11

MI
199/3 (15.3 ov)

RCB
196/8 (20.0 ov)

Mumbai Indians beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 7 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2023 On May 09

MI
200/4 (16.3 ov)

RCB
199/6 (20.0 ov)

Mumbai Indians beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 6 wickets

Umpires

Umpire
Nitin Menon (IND), Tapan Sharma (IND) and Virender Sharma (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

IPL 2023: 'More low days than high...' — Josh Hazlewood opens up on why he chose cricket over Javelin Throw

Dinesh Karthik joins Rohit Sharma, Mandeep Singh on this embarrassing list of IPL batters

IPL 2023: 'This guy wasn't gonna edge any of them!' — Kohli and de Villiers engage in hilarious banter after emphatic win over MI

IPL 2023: 'One day I'm India's hero, and the next an Auto driver!' — Mohammed Siraj calls out harsh online trollers; watch video

IPL 2023: 'RCB are third team to have qualified the most...' — Virat Kohli shuts downs critics by calling on team's impressive playoff record

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma makes a big statement after crushing defeat against RCB, says '...playing without Jasprit Bumrah'

‘Even in the nets he was not getting hit for sixes’: Virat Kohli lauds RCB’s brave leg-spinner

RCB vs MI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis' near-invincible partnership guides RCB to dominating 8-wicket win, outshines Tilak Varma's gutsy 84

IPL 2023, RCB vs MI: Faf du Plessis hands debut to Kiwi all-rounder who smashed ton in practice game, Rohit includes unknown left-arm pacer in side

IPL 2023: A comparison of Virat Kohli's record against Mumbai Indians to Rohit Sharma's history versus Royal Challengers Bangalore

Bangalore vs Mumbai Match Stats

Match 5, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

IPL 2023: 'More low days than high...' — Josh Hazlewood opens up on why he chose cricket over Javelin Throw

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2023

Sun 2 April, 19:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 07

MI209/9 (20.0 ov)

RCB221/5 (20.0 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Mumbai Indians by 12 runs

Indian Premier League, 2024 On Apr 11

MI199/3 (15.3 ov)

RCB196/8 (20.0 ov)

Mumbai Indians beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 7 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2023 On May 09

MI200/4 (16.3 ov)

RCB199/6 (20.0 ov)

Mumbai Indians beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 6 wickets

Umpires

UmpireNitin Menon (IND), Tapan Sharma (IND) and Virender Sharma (IND)

RefereeJavagal Srinath (IND)

News updates

IPL 2023: 'More low days than high...' — Josh Hazlewood opens up on why he chose cricket over Javelin Throw

Dinesh Karthik joins Rohit Sharma, Mandeep Singh on this embarrassing list of IPL batters

IPL 2023: 'This guy wasn't gonna edge any of them!' — Kohli and de Villiers engage in hilarious banter after emphatic win over MI

IPL 2023: 'One day I'm India's hero, and the next an Auto driver!' — Mohammed Siraj calls out harsh online trollers; watch video

IPL 2023: 'RCB are third team to have qualified the most...' — Virat Kohli shuts downs critics by calling on team's impressive playoff record

IPL 2023: Rohit Sharma makes a big statement after crushing defeat against RCB, says '...playing without Jasprit Bumrah'

‘Even in the nets he was not getting hit for sixes’: Virat Kohli lauds RCB’s brave leg-spinner

RCB vs MI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis' near-invincible partnership guides RCB to dominating 8-wicket win, outshines Tilak Varma's gutsy 84

IPL 2023, RCB vs MI: Faf du Plessis hands debut to Kiwi all-rounder who smashed ton in practice game, Rohit includes unknown left-arm pacer in side

IPL 2023: A comparison of Virat Kohli's record against Mumbai Indians to Rohit Sharma's history versus Royal Challengers Bangalore

MI
209/9 (20.0 ov)

RCB
221/5 (20.0 ov)

MI
199/3 (15.3 ov)

RCB
196/8 (20.0 ov)

MI
200/4 (16.3 ov)

RCB
199/6 (20.0 ov)

Umpire
Nitin Menon (IND), Tapan Sharma (IND) and Virender Sharma (IND)

Referee
Javagal Srinath (IND)