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IPL 2026

Mumbai Indians’ loss to Chennai Super Kings sparks debate as Mitchell McClenaghan explains why Hardik Pandya avoided bowling in the death overs.


Mitchell McClenaghan claims Sanju Samson had "lined up" Hardik Pandya early in the innings.

Hardik Pandya continues poor run in IPL 2026 with both bat and ball underwhelming.

Hardik Pandya in this frame. (X)

'Sanju Samson lined up Hardik': Former MI star drops bombshell on MI skipper's 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 match 34 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, with both sides eyeing a crucial win.

RCB vs GT set for high-scoring clash in Bengaluru; pitch expected to favour batters.

Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill headline strong predicted XIs for both teams.

Shubman Gill and Rajat Patidar in this frame. (X)

RCB vs GT Live Streaming: Match Details, Head-to-Head, Playing XI, Pitch Report 

Mumbai Indians suffered a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings, with a heated on-field exchange between Tilak Varma and Jamie Overton grabbing attention at Wankhede.


Tilak Varma, Jamie Overton involved in heated spat; umpire steps in to defuse tension.

Akeal Hosein stars as MI slump to eighth after 103-run loss.

Jamie Overton and Tilak Varma in this frame. (Screengrab)

WATCH: Heated moment at Wankhede as Tilak and Overton engage in a fiery spat

Suzie Bates announces retirement after the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable 20-year international career.


Suzie Bates to retire after 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup following 20+ years with New Zealand.

Suzie Bates holds the record for the most runs in Women’s T20 Internationals, with 4,717 runs.

Suzie Bates in this frame. (X)

New Zealand legend announces retirement, set to quit international cricket 

Mumbai Indians’ struggles continue in IPL 2026 as Hardik Pandya endures a poor run, though coach Mahela Jayawardene backs him amid team inconsistency.


Hardik Pandya scores just 97 runs in 7 matches, takes 3 wickets at an economy of 12.67.

Mahela Jayawardene defends Pandya, blames overall team inconsistency for MI’s struggles.

Hardik Pandya in this frame. (BCCI/IPL)

Is skipper Hardik's form a concern? MI coach breaks silence after big loss 

Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad dedicated their historic win over Mumbai Indians to Mukesh Choudhary after his brave return following personal loss.


Ruturaj Gaikwad hails Mukesh Choudhary’s courage, dedicates win to him.

CSK climb to fifth spot after dominant victory, boosting their net run rate.

Mukesh Choudhary in this frame. (X)

CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad dedicates historic win vs MI to Mukesh Choudhary

Chennai Super Kings crushed Mumbai Indians by 103 runs as Sanju Samson’s unbeaten ton and Akeal Hosein’s 4/17 sealed a record-breaking win.


Sanju Samson smashed 101 not out off 54 to power CSK to 207/6.

Akeal Hosein stars with 4/17 as CSK register their biggest-ever IPL win.

Hardik Pandya and Ruturaj Gaikwad in this frame. (IPL/BCCI)

Chennai Super Kings script history in IPL, become first team to...

Chennai Super Kings thrashed Mumbai Indians by 104 runs as Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 101 and Akeal Hosein’s 4/17 sealed a dominant win.


Akeal Hosein shines with 4/17, credits Dwayne Bravo’s advice for powerplay success.

Akeal Hosein in this frame. (IPL)

IPL 2026: Akeal Hosein reveals Bravo's role behind match winning spell vs MI

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) crushed Mumbai Indians (MI) by 103 runs to rocket to fifth spot in the Indian Premier League 2026 points table

CSK hammered MI by 103 runs in their IPL 2026 clash

MI were bundled out for 104 while chasing a 208-run target

CSK's Sanju Samson (L) and Akeal Hosein in frame. (X)

IPL 2026: Samson-Hosein's wizardry helps CSK bulldoze MI by 103 runs

Simon Doull credits MS Dhoni’s absence for facilitating a smoother transition at CSK. Doulls stated that by intentionally stepping back from the spotlight, Dhoni is preventing his own legacy from overshadowing the current setup

MS Dhoni didn't play the MI vs CSK clash as he is yet to regain full fitness

Dhoni is recovering from a calf injury, which he sustained during a training session

Former CSK captain MS Dhoni in frame. (Getty)

'Dhoni is staying away to make sure CSK...': Simon Doull's bold claim on MSD's a

Chennai Super Kings' star opener Sanju Samson cracked a historic century in the IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede stadium

Sanju Samson clobbered a stunning century in the IPL 2026 clash against MI

With this Samson became the first CSK batter to hit century against MI in IPL

CSK's star opener Sanju Samson in frame. (Screenshot)

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson becomes 1st CSK batter to bag this mighty feat vs MI with

MS Dhoni remains sidelined with a calf injury, but Chennai Super Kings coach Michael Hussey hints at a possible return in the next IPL 2026 match.


Hussey confirms Dhoni is “not 100%” but is batting and running in nets, raising hopes of a comeback.

Mumbai Indians opt to bowl first as both Dhoni and Rohit Sharma miss the high-profile clash.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni in this frame. (X)

CSK batting coach finally reveals complication around MS Dhoni, says 'he wasn't.

England spinner Rehan Ahmed has been announced as Ben Duckett's replacement in Delhi Capitals' squad for the rest of Indian Premier League 2026

DC have announced Rehan Ahmed as Ben Duckett's for remainder of IPL 2026

Ben Duckett withdrew from the IPL 2026 even before the start of the season

England's spinner Rehan Ahmed in this frame. (Getty)

DC sign Pakistan-origin spinner as Ben Duckett's replacement for rest of season

Chennai Super Kings wear black armbands against Mumbai Indians in tribute to Mukesh Choudhary’s mother following her passing.


CSK players honour Mukesh Choudhary’s mother with black armbands during IPL 2026 clash at Wankhede Stadium.

Mukesh leaves team camp for last rites after impressing earlier this season with a 2/21 spell vs Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Sanju Samson in this frame (X).

Why CSK players are wearing black armbands vs MI? Here's all you need to know

Mohammad Nawaz denies intentional wrongdoing after failing a doping test during the T20 World Cup 2026, as the International Cricket Council and Pakistan Cricket Board continue their investigation.


Nawaz claims he only used medication for a health issue, not any banned or recreational drugs.

Surrey deal collapses amid controversy, but he remains eligible to play for Multan Sultans in PSL 2026.

Pakistan Cricket players in the frame. (X)

'Had used some medicines...': Pakistan all-rounder breaks silence on doping row 

Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bowl first Chennai Super Kings in their key Indian Premier League 2026 clash at the Wankhede stadium

MI won the toss and elected to bowl first against CSK

Here are the playing XI of both the teams:

MI skipper Hardik Pandya (L) and CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad in frame. (X)

IPL 2026: MI decide to bowl against CSK, suspense over Dhoni-Rohit finally ends;

BCCI reportedly wants India's pace maestro Jasprit Bumrah to not miss a single Test match as they to bolster India’s WTC title chances

India's pace maestro Jasprit Bumrah in this frame. (Getty)

BCCI puts WTC on priority, mandates Jasprit Bumrah for all remaining Tests

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant has scored just 147 runs across seven innings in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026

LSG coach Justin Langer stated that Rishabh Pant is feeling the pinch of his rusty form in IPL 2026

Rishabh Pant has scored mere 147 runs across 7 innings so far in the IPL 2026

LSG captain Rishabh Pant in this frame. (Getty)

'He wants to play with...': LSG coach Justin Langer on Rishabh Pant's flop show 

Rohit Sharma shares a heartwarming moment with his son at Wankhede Stadium amid uncertainty over his return for Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings clash.


Rohit’s availability remains unclear after hamstring injury, but viral video with his son grabs attention.

Big boost for MI as Will Jacks joins squad ahead of crucial CSK encounter.

Rohit Sharma with his son in this frame. (X)

WATCH: Ahead of clash against CSK, Rohit Sharma shares heartwarming moment 

Sheldon Jackson urges patience with Kolkata Knight Riders amid their poor IPL 2026 run, backing both the squad and mentor Abhishek Nayar.


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NO	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
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4s	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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