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Michael Vaughan is amazed over Shreyas Iyer's absence from India's T20I team following star batter's 97-run knock in PBKS's thrilling win over GT in IPL 2025 clash

Michael Vaugh is surprised over Shreyas Iyer's absence in India's T20I set up

Captain Shreyas Iyer played a cracking knock of 97 runs in PBKS' thrilling win over GT in IPL 2025 clash

Punjab Kings' captain Shreyas Iyer in frame

'Scratching my head and thinking he's not in the Indian T20I team': England legend questions BCCI after Shreyas Iyer's 97-run knock in PBKS' win over GT

Ricky Ponting revealed how Shreyas Iyer's masterstroke played a role in Punjab Kings' thrilling 11-run win over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2025 clash

Ricky Ponting talked about Shreyas Iyer's captaincy acumen which played a part in PBKS' thrilling win over GT in IPL 2025 clash

Punjab Kings got the better of GT by 11 runs in a thrilling contest

PBKS' captain Shreyas Iyer (L) and head coach Ricky Ponting in frame

'Sent the message out to him asking what to do, He said....': Ricky Ponting discloses how Shreyas Iyer masterminded PBKS' stunning win over GT

Speaking after the match, Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill also praised PBKS pacer Vijaykumar Vyshak. 

PBKS beat GT by 11 runs.

Shreyas Iyer wins POTM for his 97-run knock.

Shubman Gill praises PBKS star after loss.

Shreyas Iyer shakes hands with Shubman Gill after GT vs PBKS IPL 2025 match

Not Shreyas Iyer or Shashank Singh; GT captain Shubman Gill hails this PBKS star after 11-run loss in IPL 2025 clash, says 'costed us the game...never easy for someone to...'

Jansen and Vyshak sucked the life out of the Gujarat innings between the 15th and the 18th over, conceding just 18 runs in 3 overs, far less than what GT were aiming for. 

Shreyas Iyer heaped massive praise on their victory's heroes.

'Thankfully he performed...He is a funny character': Shreyas Iyer talks about on one of PBKS hero after 11-run win over Gujarat Titans

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 97 and 44-run blitz cameo from Shashank Singh helped PBKS post 243/5. Later, GT could only score 232 runs and lost by 11 runs

Punjab batting first posted 243 runs on board.

GT could only score 232 runs.

Punjab Kings in frame

Shreyas Iyer's 97 and Shashank Singh's 44 play game changer as Punjab Kings beat Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans by 11 runs

Shashank played the final 6 balls and scored 23 runs in them. Iyer missed the chance to reach his maiden IPL ton, but it allowed PBKS to post a massive total of 243/5 on the scoreboard. 

Shreyas Iyer smashes 97 against GT.

Shashank Singh's blitz knock of 44 steals show.

PBKS to post a massive total of 243/5.

Shashank Singh and Shreyas Iyer in frame

Fans abuse Shashank Singh on social media after his 16-ball 44 denies Shreyas Iyer misses his maiden IPL century

IPL 2025: GT won the toss and elected to bowl first. Both teams are eyeing a winning start to their campaign here.

GT win toss and elect to bowl first.

Both teams eye a winning start.

PBKS play with one spinner and three seamers.

Gujarat Titans' captain Shubman Gill in frame

IPL 2025, GT vs PBKS: Shubman Gill elects to bowl first as two overseas icons make debut for Gujarat against star studded Punjab - Check Playing XIs

Siraj was selected as a non-traveling reserve for the competition, but wasn't required in the end as India won the Champions Trophy.

Mohammed Siraj speaks on Champions Trophy snub.

He reveals not being able to digest the news early on.

Siraj is part of Gujarat Titans team in IPL 2025.

Mohammed Siraj in frame

'Couldn't digest that I wasn't part...Rohit bhai also...': Mohammed Siraj speaks on Champions Trophy snub ahead of GT vs PBKS IPL 2025 clash

The National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases' director, Professor Abdul Wadud, reported that an echocardiography performed Wednesday morning revealed encouraging results.

Tamim Iqbal in frame

Doctor provides major update on Tamim Iqbal's recovery, reveals next 72 hours to be critical

Adam Gilchrist revealed that Punjab Kings management was erratic when he was leading the franchise during his IPL stint

Adam Gilchrist said that PBKS was erratic during his stint with the franchise as their captain

Gilchrist cited this reason behind PBKS below par performance in IPL so far

PBKS head coach Ricky Ponting (L) and captain Shreyas Iyer in frame

‘PBKS management was erratic, they acted as handbrake when I was captain’: Former Punjab Kings skipper's shocking claim amidst IPL 2025

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WPL 2026

Mumbai Indians (MI) notched up a commanding 50-run win over Delhi Capitals in their second Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 clash on January 10

Mumbai Indians thrashed Delhi Capitals by 50 runs in their WPL 2026 clash

DC failed to chase down the 196-run target and were bundled out for mere 145

Mumbai Indians' Nat Sciver-Brunt (R) and captain Harmanpreet Kaur celebrate with each other in this frame. (Getty)

WPL 2026: Harmanpreet-Sciver Brunt combine to hand MI 50-run win over DC

Ashleigh Gardner and Sophie Devine combined to hand Gujarat Giants (GG) a 10-run win over UP Warriorz (UPW) in their Women's Premier League 2026 clash 

Gujarat Giants beat UP Warriorz by 10 runs in their WPL 2026 clash

Ashleigh Gardner and Sophie Devine remained the architects of Giants' victory

Gujarat Giants' Ashleigh Gardner (R) and Sophie Devine in this frame. (Getty)

WPL 2026: Gardner-Devine's all-round show helps GG edge UPW by 10 runs 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Malolan Rangarajan confirmed that India all‑rounder Pooja Vastrakar will miss at least two weeks of Women’s Premier League (WPL) matches due to a hamstring injury.

RCB defeated MI by three wickets in WPL 2026 opener.

Pooja Vastrakar set to miss two weeks of WPL 2026.

Pooja Vastrakar of India prepares to bowl during game two of the ODI series between India and South Africa at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 19, 2024 in Bengaluru, India.

RCB shares worrisome update on Pooja Vastrakar’s WPL 2026 comeback

Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted her side fell short in the final over of their three-wicket defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the WPL 2026 opener, saying they failed to bowl even one good delivery under pressure.

RCB defeated Mumbai Indians by three wickets. 

Nadine de Klerk picked up four wickets against MI in WPL 2026 opener.

Mumbai Indians' Amelia Kerr (L) speaks with her captain Harmanpreet Kaur during the Women's Premier League (WPL) 

Harmanpreet Kaur indirectly blames Nat Sciver-Brunt after MI’s defeat vs RCB

Nadine de Klerk said it would take time for RCB’s thrilling three-wicket win over the Mumbai Indians to sink in, after she played a key role in the WPL opener. She picked up 4/26 with the ball and then scored an unbeaten 63 off 44 balls to guide RCB to a last-ball victory against MI.

Nadine de Klerk celebrates after her team's win in the Women's Premier League (WPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru 

De Klerk reveals her mindset after guiding RCB to their nail-biter win vs MI

Football

Real Madrid have suffered a major setback ahead of the Supercopa de España final against Barcelona, with Ferland Mendy ruled out due to injury.

Ferland Mendy missed Real Madrid’s final training session in Jeddah and will not feature in the Supercopa final.

Kylian Mbappé returns to training, offering a boost for Xabi Alonso’s side despite the defensive blow.

Xabi Alonso head coach of Real Madrid reacts during the Spanish Super Cup semi-final match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 8, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

BIG blow for Real Madrid as star defender set to miss Supercopa de Espana final 

Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins believes Morgan Rogers has the talent to one day join Real Madrid after the midfielder’s standout performances this season.

Watkins says he would not be surprised to see Morgan Rogers earn a move to Real Madrid or another European giant.

Rogers has enjoyed an impressive season with eight goals and six assists, boosting his World Cup and transfer prospects.

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins arrives to the stadium ahead of the Premier League match at Selhurst Park, London. Picture date: Wednesday January 7, 2026.

Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins makes MASSIVE claim about young teammate

New Zealand tour of India 2026

South Africa pace legend Allan Donald feels Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket a bit early, but is confident the Indian great has the hunger and fitness to continue playing white-ball cricket until the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Virat Kohli announced Test retirement on May 12. 

Virat Kohli is currently featuring in ODI series against New Zealand.

Former India captain Virat Kohli on field during a ODI clash

SA great's blunt take on Virat Kohli's ODI WC 27 participation goes viral

Darren Fletcher says Manchester United’s board will decide the club’s interim managerial future with long-term success as the top priority ahead of the FA Cup clash with Brighton.

Fletcher remains confident in United’s direction after Ruben Amorim’s dismissal, stressing trust in the board’s plan.

United hold a perfect FA Cup record against Brighton despite recent league struggles against the Seagulls.

Interim Head Coach Darren Fletcher of Manchester United speaks during a press conference at Carrington Training Ground on January 09, 2026 in Manchester, England.

Man United caretaker boss Fletcher drops KEY update on club's...

India featured with six bowlers in their playing XI as skipper Shubman Gill opted to bowl in the first ODI against New Zealand at BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara. 

Gujarat vs Punjab Stats

Match Stats

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Series Stats

Most Runs

Best Strike Rate

Most 4s

Most 6s

Most Wickets

Sai Sudharsan

GT

759 Runs 15 Matches•15 Inns

Suryakumar Yadav

MI

717 Runs 16 Matches•16 Inns

Virat Kohli

RCB

657 Runs 15 Matches•15 Inns

Shubman Gill

GT

650 Runs 15 Matches•15 Inns

Mitchell Marsh

LSG

627 Runs 13 Matches•13 Inns

Shreyas Iyer

PBKS

604 Runs 17 Matches•17 Inns

Yashasvi Jaiswal

RR

559 Runs 14 Matches•14 Inns

Prabhsimran Singh

PBKS

549 Runs 17 Matches•17 Inns

KL Rahul

DC

539 Runs 13 Matches•13 Inns

Jos Buttler

GT

538 Runs 14 Matches•13 Inns

Nicholas Pooran

LSG

524 Runs 14 Matches•14 Inns

Heinrich Klaasen

SRH

487 Runs 14 Matches•13 Inns

Priyansh Arya

PBKS

475 Runs 17 Matches•17 Inns

Aiden Markram

LSG

445 Runs 13 Matches•13 Inns

Abhishek Sharma

SRH

439 Runs 14 Matches•13 Inns

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'Scratching my head and thinking he's not in the Indian T20I team': England legend questions BCCI after Shreyas Iyer's 97-run knock in PBKS' win over GT

'Sent the message out to him asking what to do, He said....': Ricky Ponting discloses how Shreyas Iyer masterminded PBKS' stunning win over GT

Not Shreyas Iyer or Shashank Singh; GT captain Shubman Gill hails this PBKS star after 11-run loss in IPL 2025 clash, says 'costed us the game...never easy for someone to...'

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