In a landmark decision, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has approved naming a stand at Wankhede Stadium after India captain Rohit Sharma. The resolution was passed unanimously during the AGM on April 15, 2025. Rohit now joins legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Sunil Gavaskar in being immortalised at the iconic venue. The Divecha Pavilion Level 3 will now be known as the Rohit Sharma Stand. Stands named after Ajit Wadekar and Sharad Pawar were also approved. This honour recognises Rohit's incredible achievements, including leading India to recent T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy victories and five IPL titles with Mumbai Indians. (PC: India Today)

Punjab Kings created IPL history by defending the lowest-ever total of 111 runs, securing a thrilling 16-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders in Mullanpur. Chasing a modest target, KKR were cruising at 62/2 before Yuzvendra Chahal’s game-changing spell of 4/28 dismantled their lineup, bowling them out for just 95. Earlier, PBKS struggled with the bat as Harshit Rana (3/25), Varun Chakaravarthy (2/21), and Sunil Narine (2/14) dominated. Despite the shaky start, PBKS’s bowlers staged an epic comeback. The remarkable victory stunned fans and etched PBKS into IPL record books, with Chahal emerging as the undisputed hero of the night. (PC: BCCI)

In a dominant bowling display, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowled out Punjab Kings (PBKS) for a mere 111 runs in their IPL 2025 encounter at Mullanpur. Harshit Rana starred with figures of 3/25, turning the game with a crucial double-wicket over. Varun Chakaravarthy (2/21) and Sunil Narine (2/14) added pressure, while Nortje and Vaibhav Arora took one wicket each. PBKS started brightly with a 39-run stand between Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya but collapsed thereafter. KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, capitalized brilliantly after losing the toss, showcasing their bowling depth and tactical sharpness. (PC: BCCI)

In an exciting IPL 2025 clash at Mullanpur, Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and chose to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Iyer, now leading PBKS, faces off against his former team, whom he led to the IPL title last season. Both teams are tied at 6 points, though PBKS have played one game fewer than KKR. Speaking at the toss, Iyer made a humorous remark saying he "doesn’t remember" his last match against KKR, sparking laughs. PBKS aim to return to winning ways after recent setbacks in the league. (PC: X/IPL)

In a recent interview, former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni expressed surprise upon receiving the Player of the Match award, questioning the rationale behind the decision. Dhoni, known for his humility, emphasized that individual accolades should reflect significant contributions to the team's success. This sentiment resonates with past controversies, such as the 2013 India-Pakistan ODI where Pakistan's Saeed Ajmal, despite taking five wickets, was overlooked for the award in favor of Dhoni, who had a modest performance. Ajmal later voiced his dissatisfaction, highlighting the need for transparency in award decisions. Dhoni's recent comments reignite discussions on the criteria for individual honors in team sports. (PC: X handle)

MS Dhoni stunned fans with a brilliant run-out against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025, hitting the stumps with an underhand throw from behind. While some, including Robin Uthappa, called it a "tukka" (fluke), Dhoni’s legendary wicketkeeping continues to amaze. In the same match, he became the first IPL player to record 200 fielding dismissals — 155 catches and 46 stumpings. Dhoni’s lightning reflexes also claimed Ayush Badoni and Rishabh Pant in key moments. Chennai Super Kings defeated LSG by five wickets, with Ravindra Jadeja and Matheesha Pathirana shining with the ball.

MS Dhoni turned back the clock with a sensational 26* off 11 balls, guiding Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a thrilling five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025. Chasing 167, Dhoni entered when CSK needed 52 off 30 balls and unleashed vintage power-hitting, supported by Shivam Dube (43*), as they sealed victory with three balls to spare. Dhoni’s blitz included 4 fours and a six, while also registering his 200th IPL dismissal as wicketkeeper. Despite the win, CSK remains at the bottom of the table with 4 points from 7 matches, next facing Mumbai Indians on April 20. (PC: X/CSK)

Rishabh Pant marked a stunning return to form in IPL 2025 with a gritty 63-run knock, guiding Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to 166/7 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Lucknow. With early wickets tumbling and Nicholas Pooran falling cheaply, Pant held the innings together. His knock helped LSG recover after CSK’s disciplined bowling, led by Ravindra Jadeja and Noor Ahmad. MS Dhoni was sharp behind the stumps, showing glimpses of his vintage brilliance. Dhoni had earlier won the toss and opted to bowl first. LSG's total sets up an intriguing chase for CSK in this high-stakes IPL clash. (PC: BCCI)

Virat Kohli sparked concern among fans during RCB’s IPL 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals after asking Sanju Samson to check his heartbeat mid-match. Battling tough Jaipur conditions, Kohli played a gritty knock filled with 24 singles, 3 doubles, 4 boundaries, and 2 sixes to reach his 100th T20 fifty. Despite an early dropped catch, he anchored RCB’s successful chase with Devdutt Padikkal, sealing a 9-wicket win. Kohli now has 100 fifties and 9 centuries in 405 T20s. Earlier, RR’s Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 60 off 39 balls. Kohli’s gesture raised health concerns, but he remained on field till the end. (Video Courtesy: X/Aman)

Karun Nair's explosive 89 off 40 balls was not enough as Delhi Capitals lost to Mumbai Indians by 12 runs in IPL 2025 at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing 206, DC collapsed from 119/1 to 193 all out, with three run outs in the 19th over sealing their fate. Tilak Varma (59) and Naman Dhir (38*) powered MI to 205/5. Kuldeep Yadav impressed with 2/23, but DC's late-innings chaos ended their 4-match winning streak. Hardik Pandya’s MI climbed to 7th in the table with just their 2nd win. Nair’s return to form was the lone bright spot for Delhi. (PC: AP)