In an exciting IPL 2025 clash, Mumbai Indians began their chase of 163 against Sunrisers Hyderabad with Rohit Sharma eyeing a personal milestone. SRH posted 162/5, thanks to a late onslaught by Heinrich Klaasen and Aniket Verma. Klaasen smashed 21 runs off Deepak Chahar in the 18th over, while Aniket and captain Pat Cummins hammered 22 in the final over off Hardik Pandya. Jasprit Bumrah’s crucial wicket of Klaasen helped restrict SRH slightly. Abhishek Sharma top-scored with 40. Will Jacks starred with the ball for MI, taking 2/14. The pressure is now on MI to chase down the target. (PC: BCCI)

In a crucial IPL 2025 face-off at Wankhede, Mumbai Indians (MI) skipper Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Notably, Rohit Sharma was missing from MI’s playing XI once again, sparking discussions among fans and analysts. Rohit, who has scored only 56 runs in five matches this season, is two sixes away from reaching 250 IPL sixes for MI. Both teams remain unchanged from their previous fixtures and come into this game after ending losing streaks. MI currently sit 7th on the points table, while SRH trail at 9th. (PC: BCCI)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has taken Uber to Delhi High Court over a new ad. The ad features SRH player Travis Head pulling pranks on rival teams. In one scene, the words “Royally Challenged Bengaluru” are sprayed on a stadium sign. RCB said this hurts their brand and asked for the ad to be stopped. Uber said the ad is just humour and part of free speech. The court has not given a final order yet. RCB also pointed out that Travis Head once played for them, making the ad even more upsetting for the team.

Following India’s disastrous Test series loss in Australia and failure to reach the World Test Championship final, the BCCI has reportedly sacked batting coach Abhishek Nayar and fielding coach T Dilip. Nayar, who joined only eight months ago, and Dilip, known for his fielding medal innovation, were informed last week. Strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai has also been relieved. Adrian le Roux is expected to take over Desai’s role. With the England Test series looming in June, changes are underway as BCCI looks to revamp the support staff after consecutive overseas setbacks. Official confirmation is awaited. (PC: AP)

Following India's 1-3 series defeat in the Border–Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, the BCCI has sacked batting coach Abhishek Nayar, fielding coach T. Dilip, and strength & conditioning coach Soham Desai. Appointed just eight months ago, Nayar’s exit follows India's inconsistent batting displays. Interim changes have been made, with Ryan ten Doeschate taking over fielding duties and Adrian Le Roux stepping in as fitness coach. These shifts come ahead of India’s crucial five-Test home series against England starting June 20. With pressure mounting, BCCI’s swift actions signal a strategic reset under new head coach Gautam Gambhir. (Getty Images)

Cricket icon MS Dhoni and football legend Lionel Messi have teamed up for a new Lay’s India advertisement, creating a buzz among fans. The commercial begins with Messi juggling a football with finesse, before passing it off to Dhoni, who surprises viewers by showing off impressive football moves of his own. The collaboration nods to Dhoni’s early sporting days, where he played as a school-level goalkeeper before switching to cricket. The ad marks a rare and exciting crossover between two of the world’s most beloved athletes, delighting fans across sports communities. (PC: X)

Despite ongoing speculation about his Test future, Rohit Sharma has hinted at captaining India in the upcoming five-Test series against England, starting June 20. Speaking on the Beyond23 Podcast with Michael Clarke, Rohit stressed the importance of a fully fit pace attack, particularly Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami, to tackle English conditions. The India skipper had a disappointing 2024–25 Test season and has also struggled in IPL 2025. However, sources suggest Rohit expressed his desire to lead the team in England during talks with BCCI after India’s Champions Trophy win. The series marks the start of a new WTC cycle. (PC: PTI)

Delhi Capitals edged past Rajasthan Royals in a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter, clinching victory in the season’s first Super Over. Mitchell Starc showcased nerves of steel, defending nine runs in the final over to force the Super Over, where DC sealed the win. Chasing 189, RR ended at 188/4 despite a strong effort. Earlier, DC posted 188/5, powered by Abhishek Porel (49), KL Rahul (38), and explosive cameos from Axar Patel (34 off 14) and Tristan Stubbs (34* off 18). Sandeep Sharma’s expensive final over proved costly for RR. The match, held at Arun Jaitley Stadium, kept fans on the edge. (PC: BCCI)

In a thrilling IPL 2025 clash, Punjab Kings (PBKS) defended the lowest-ever total in tournament history—112—defeating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 16 runs. PBKS head coach Ricky Ponting praised the team's resilience, calling the win potentially "season-defining." Yuzvendra Chahal (4/28), battling a shoulder injury, and Marco Jansen (3/17) spearheaded the remarkable bowling effort. Ponting quipped, "I'm 50, don’t need more games like this," reflecting the nail-biting intensity. Despite a poor batting show, PBKS’ spirited fielding and tactical bowling changes led to a stunning turnaround, pushing them to fourth in the standings. (PC: BCCI)

In a thrilling IPL 2025 clash, Punjab Kings (PBKS) defended the lowest total in tournament history—111 runs—against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Captain Shreyas Iyer revealed he gave Yuzvendra Chahal a simple yet powerful message before the second innings: "Control your breathing and apply pressure with aggressive fielding." The advice worked wonders as Chahal took 4 wickets for 28 runs, sparking KKR's epic collapse. PBKS’s spirited bowling performance stunned cricket fans and elevated them to fourth place in the standings, while the match became a tactical masterclass in defending low totals under pressure. (PC: NDTV)