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Concerns were raised regarding Rohit's performance in the tournament because this was his 18th duck in the IPL. 

CSK defeated MI in their IPL 2025 campaign opener.

Rohit Sharma got out on a four-ball duck.

Kane Williamson speaks on Rohit Sharma's performance.

Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma in frame

'Has a real knack...has faced a huge...': Kane Williamson makes big remark on Rohit Sharma getting out on duck during CSK vs MI game

While RCB easily defeated the reigning champions KKR by seven wickets on March 24, CSK defeated MI by an exciting four wickets. 

CSK to face RCB on 28 March.

Both teams won their first game.

RCB have arrived in Chennai.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's players Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar in frame

After conquering KKR in Eden Gardens, RCB arrive at CSK's home with challenge to breach Chepauk's fortress after 18 years

After the game, Nita Ambani named Vignesh Puthur the team's best bowler of the evening. 

CSK beat MI in their IPL 2025 campaign opener.

Vignesh Puthur was the star bowler for MI.

He received special award from MI owner Nita Ambani.

Mumbai Indians' Vignesh Puthur in frame

Vignesh Puthur gets special reward from Mumbai Indians owner Nita Ambani for sensational debut in MI vs CSK game

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain lavished praise on Ruturaj Gaikwad for his captaincy in the Indian Premier League (IPL). 

CSK defeated MI by four wickets in the IPL 2025 tournament opener. 

CSK will face RCB on their second IPL 2025 clash. 

MS Dhoni (2L) and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (2R) inspect the ball during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai 

MS Dhoni (2L) and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad (2R) inspect the ball during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai

'If I give you advice, it doesn't mean you have to follow...': MS Dhoni reveals his conversation with Ruturaj Gaikwad after CSK's four-wicket win against MI

Noor Ahmad was named 'Player of the match' as he claimed four wickets for 18 runs on CSK debut and helped his side win by four wickets against Mumbai Indians.

Noor Ahmad

Noor Ahmad registers best bowling figures for CSK spinner with 4 for 18 vs Mumbai Indians, enters elite list 

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Shohei Ohtani’s pitching return timeline remains fluid as the Dodgers prioritize his health. Get the latest updates on when baseball’s unicorn might resume two-way dominance.

The baseball world is holding its breath for the return of Shohei Ohtani's electrifying two-way dominance.

But Dodgers fans may need to temper their expectations—for now.

Shohei Ohtani's pitching return: When will baseball's two-way phenom take the mound again?

Shohei Ohtani

MLB Opening Day 2025 is here! Get schedules, streaming details, and top matchups—including Dodgers and Yankees—for baseball’s grand return.

Baseball is back! After a long winter following the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series triumph over the humbled New York Yankees.

MLB’s 2025 season kicks off with a slate of Opening Day matchups packed with drama, star power, and fresh storylines.

MLB Opening Day 2025: Your complete guide to first pitch festivities, broadcast info and can't-miss moments

MLB Opening Day 2025

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal suffered a heart attack on Monday during a Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League match in Dhaka.

Tamim Iqbal suffered an heart attack on March 24. 

Yuvraj Singh wishes Tamim Iqbal for a speedy recovery. 

Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin (2L) celebrates with teammate Yuvraj Singh (2R) the dismissal of Bangladesh cricketer Tamim Iqbal 

Yuvraj Singh wishes speedy recovery to former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal, says 'You’ve faced tough opponents before...'

Football

Execs address Kevin De Bruyne's MLS rumors amid salary cap realities. Explore why the Man City star’s wages make a Stateside move unlikely.

MLS brass drops a bombshell Kevin De Bruyne claim as Manchester City contract winds down.

Kevin De Bruyne

MLS brass drops a bombshell Kevin De Bruyne claim as Manchester City contract winds down

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in the IPL 2025 opener clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Phil Salt smashed a century in his debut match for RCB. Here are the players who smashed fifty-plus scores on their RCB debut. 


Phil Salt of Royal Challengers Bengaluru play a shots during the 2025 IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22, 2025, in Kolkata

Phil Salt to Devdutt Padikkal: Players who scored fifty plus scored for RCB on debut

Sunrisers Hyderabad created history by scoring 286 runs against Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League 2025 opener clash. 

Ishan Kishan Sunrisers Hyderabad

Sunrisers Hyderabad to Kolkata Knight Riders: Highest team totals in history of IPL 

Here is the list of bowlers to have given most runs in a single IPL Match

Jofra Archer in frame

Jofra Archer to Mohit Sharma, bowlers to give most runs in a single IPL match

Riyan Parag created history the moment he stepped into the field for Rajasthan Royals' IPL 2025's campaign opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Sunrisers Hyderabad's captain Pat Cummins (L) and Rajasthan Royals' stand-in Riyan Parag in frame

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