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		<title>Rishabh Pant Calls For Accountability After LSG’s Super Over Defeat To KKR</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:30:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant admitted that his team needs to take collective responsibility following their dramatic Super Over loss to Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026, urging players to focus on internal solutions and handle pressure better. The match ended in a tie after LSG, chasing 156, finished at 155 thanks to Mohammed&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/rishabh-pant-calls-for-accountability-after-lsgs-super-over-defeat-to-kkr/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Rishabh Pant Calls For Accountability After LSG’s Super Over Defeat To KKR</span></a></p>
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<p>Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant admitted that his team needs to take collective responsibility following their <a href="https://cricketschedule.com/ipl-2026-kkr-beat-lsg-in-super-over-as-rinku-singh-stars-in-thrilling-win/">dramatic Super Over loss to Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026</a>, urging players to focus on internal solutions and handle pressure better.</p>



<p>The match ended in a tie after LSG, chasing 156, finished at 155 thanks to Mohammed Shami’s last-ball six. However, the Super Over saw LSG collapse under pressure, managing just one run while losing two wickets, allowing KKR to seal the win instantly through Rinku Singh.</p>



<p>Reflecting on the defeat, Pant emphasised the need for accountability across the squad and highlighted the importance of regrouping after a short break.</p>



<p>&#8220;I think we definitely need a break. I think we&#8217;re gonna refresh. There is always pressure, and it&#8217;s gonna be a pressure game always, but at the same time, we have to look for answers inside, not outside. And just keep it simple. We need to take accountability &#8211; every guy. Like, it can&#8217;t be about one or two guys. It has to be about the whole unit, and a lot of people will take accountability for that for sure,&#8221; Pant said.</p>



<p>Pant also defended the decision to send Nicholas Pooran out to bat in the Super Over despite his struggles this season. Pooran has had a difficult IPL 2026 campaign so far, with his highest score being just 22 in seven matches. However, Pant said the team chose to back him based on trust in high-pressure situations.</p>



<p>&#8220;We discussed as a group, we had a discussion, and the name that came up was Nicholas Pooran. He might not go through the best form of his life, but at the same time, you will trust your player in a hard situation like this,&#8221; he added.</p>



<p>The LSG skipper acknowledged that there were few positives to take from the match but remained hopeful of a turnaround after the break.</p>



<p>&#8220;No excuses there. Just looking at the positive, there might not be enough positive right now, but I think after the break, there will be a lot of enough positive for sure,&#8221; he said.</p>



<p>Earlier in the match, Kolkata Knight Riders posted 155/7 after recovering from a collapse at 93/7, with Rinku Singh playing a match-defining unbeaten knock of 83 off 51 balls. Mohsin Khan had starred with the ball for LSG, claiming five wickets for 23 runs.</p>



<p>In reply, LSG struggled early as Mitchell Marsh was dismissed cheaply. Rishabh Pant (42) and Aiden Markram (31) attempted to stabilise the innings, but their cautious approach increased the required run rate.</p>



<p>Late contributions from Ayush Badoni (24) and Himmat Singh (19) kept LSG in the contest, before Shami’s last-ball six forced the match into a Super Over.</p>



<p>However, Sunil Narine struck twice in the Super Over to restrict LSG to just one run, and KKR completed the chase on the very first ball to secure a thrilling victory.</p>



<p>Following the result, KKR moved to eighth place with five points from eight matches, while Lucknow Super Giants slipped to the bottom of the IPL 2026 standings.</p>
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		<title>IPL 2026: KKR Beat LSG In Super Over As Rinku Singh Stars In Thrilling Win</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:29:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Kolkata Knight Riders secured a dramatic victory over Lucknow Super Giants in a Super Over clash in IPL 2026, with Rinku Singh playing a decisive role in sealing the win in Lucknow. In the Super Over, LSG managed to score just one run, setting a minimal target of two runs. Rinku Singh finished the contest&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/ipl-2026-kkr-beat-lsg-in-super-over-as-rinku-singh-stars-in-thrilling-win/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">IPL 2026: KKR Beat LSG In Super Over As Rinku Singh Stars In Thrilling Win</span></a></p>
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<p>Kolkata Knight Riders secured a dramatic victory over Lucknow Super Giants in a Super Over clash in IPL 2026, with Rinku Singh playing a decisive role in sealing the win in Lucknow.</p>



<p>In the Super Over, LSG managed to score just one run, setting a minimal target of two runs. Rinku Singh finished the contest in style, smashing a four on the very first ball to hand KKR a memorable win.</p>



<p>The match had gone down to the Super Over after a tense finish in regulation play. Defending 17 runs in the final over, Kartik Tyagi struggled with control and bowled two no-balls. Himmat Singh capitalised on the free-hit with a boundary on the second delivery. Although Tyagi bounced back to dismiss Himmat on the next ball, the momentum had shifted. Mohammed Shami then hit a six on the final delivery to tie the match and force a Super Over.</p>



<p>Chasing earlier, Lucknow Super Giants had a cautious start after losing Mitchell Marsh early. Captain Rishabh Pant and Aiden Markram tried to rebuild, but the disciplined bowling from Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy restricted scoring opportunities.</p>



<p>The pair added 49 runs but struggled to find boundaries, reaching 57/1 after nine overs, which pushed the required run rate into double digits. The turning point came when Markram was dismissed for 30 after a brilliant boundary catch by Rinku Singh off Cameron Green’s bowling.</p>



<p>Soon after, Pant was dismissed following a successful review by wicketkeeper Tim Seifert, leaving LSG at 81/3 in the 13th over. Nicholas Pooran also failed to make an impact, falling for 9 off 12 balls to Varun Chakaravarthy.</p>



<p>As the pressure mounted, Ayush Badoni and Himmat Singh attempted a late push. They attacked Kartik Tyagi for 14 runs in the 17th over, but Badoni was dismissed for 24 in the next over by Chakaravarthy. George Linde added 8 before being removed by Vaibhav Arora, while Shami added a boundary early in his innings to keep hopes alive.</p>



<p>Earlier in the match, Rinku Singh had already made a major impact with the bat. He scored a brilliant unbeaten 83 off 51 balls, rescuing KKR from a difficult position and helping them post 155/7.</p>



<p>KKR had suffered a dramatic collapse after a strong start from Cameron Green, who made 34 with three sixes. Mohsin Khan was the standout bowler for LSG, delivering a sensational spell of 5/23. He dismissed Tim Seifert for a duck, Ajinkya Rahane for 10, and Green, along with Rovman Powell and Anukul Roy, reducing KKR to 73/6 in 11 overs.</p>



<p>At one stage, KKR were struggling at 93/7 in 15 overs, and even reaching 100 seemed difficult. However, Rinku held his nerve and rebuilt the innings with the lower order.</p>



<p>In the closing stages, he shifted gears dramatically. He scored 17 runs in the 19th over bowled by Mohammed Shami and then produced a stunning finish in the final over by hitting four consecutive sixes off Digvesh Rathi, collecting 26 runs in the over to lift KKR to a competitive total.</p>



<p>Rinku remained unbeaten on 83, hitting seven fours and five sixes, capping off an outstanding all-round performance that ultimately led KKR to victory in a thrilling Super Over finish.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="rinku-singh-says-he-planned-to-take-game-till-end-after-match-winning-knock-against-lsg">Rinku Singh Says He Planned To Take Game Till End After Match-Winning Knock Against LSG</h2>



<p>Kolkata Knight Riders batter Rinku Singh revealed that his clear approach during the tense clash against Lucknow Super Giants was to stay till the end and guide the innings after an early collapse, a strategy that ultimately helped his team secure a thrilling Super Over win in IPL 2026.</p>



<p>&#8220;When I went into bat, four wickets had fallen, so I kept thinking about how I could go about, and I had to take the game till the end. Since we had lost four wickets, it was about keeping the scoreboard moving and putting the loose balls away,&#8221; Rinku Singh said after the match.</p>



<p>&#8220;Really happy with the victory. The way we played after the 16 overs, Rinku&#8217;s innings was amazing. That last one over and getting the momentum on our side was amazing. But the kind of bowling we did was amazing. It was about having that belief, one wicket here and there and the opposition is back in the game, we were really confident about our spinners. We knew one wicket would change the game for us. No, not really. Tyagi has been really good, Vaibhav as well. All these Indian guys are doing well. But let&#8217;s not take credit away from Rinku Singh. You have to be in the moment, using the longer boundary is something we spoke about, and guys have been practising. You have to be clear as a bowler,&#8221; Rahane said.</p>
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		<title>Bangladesh Name Squad For First Test Against Pakistan, Include Two Uncapped Players</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:29:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bangladesh have announced a 15-member squad for their first Test against Pakistan, set to begin on May 8 at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka as part of the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue to lead the side, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz named as vice-captain. The squad features a mix&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/bangladesh-name-squad-for-first-test-against-pakistan-include-two-uncapped-players/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Bangladesh Name Squad For First Test Against Pakistan, Include Two Uncapped Players</span></a></p>
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<p>Bangladesh have announced a 15-member squad for their first Test against Pakistan, set to begin on May 8 at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka as part of the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle.</p>



<p>Najmul Hossain Shanto will continue to lead the side, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz named as vice-captain. The squad features a mix of experienced players and fresh faces as Bangladesh look to improve their position in the World Test Championship standings, where they are currently placed eighth.</p>



<p>Two uncapped players, Tanzid Hasan and Amite Hasan, have earned call-ups to the Test squad. Tanzid Hasan has already made a mark in white-ball cricket, having played 34 ODIs and 45 T20Is while scoring over 1900 runs across both formats. He will now aim to establish himself in the longer format.</p>



<p>Amite Hasan, a 24-year-old middle-order batter, has been rewarded for his strong domestic performances. He averages 49 in First-Class cricket since making his debut in 2019 and will be looking to make an impact at the international level.</p>



<p>Bangladesh have also welcomed back key pace bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam, both returning to the Test setup after last featuring in late 2024. Spinner Naeem Hasan has also been recalled to strengthen the bowling unit.</p>



<p>The squad includes experienced names such as Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das, and Mominul Haque, providing stability and depth to the batting lineup, along with a balanced bowling attack featuring Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Taijul Islam.</p>



<p><strong>Bangladesh’s squad for the first Test against Pakistan:</strong> Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque Showrab, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Kumer Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam, Nayeem Hasan, Ebadot Hossain Chowdhury, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Tanzid Hasan and Amite Hasan.</p>
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		<title>Dhoni’s IPL 2026 Return Delayed Due To Calf Injury, Confirms Fleming</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:28:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has confirmed that MS Dhoni’s much-anticipated return in IPL 2026 has been delayed due to a persistent calf injury, with the veteran wicketkeeper-batter still undergoing rehabilitation. Fleming revealed that the injury remains delicate, and any further strain could potentially rule Dhoni out for the remainder of the season.&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/dhonis-ipl-2026-return-delayed-due-to-calf-injury-confirms-fleming/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Dhoni’s IPL 2026 Return Delayed Due To Calf Injury, Confirms Fleming</span></a></p>
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<p>Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming has confirmed that MS Dhoni’s much-anticipated return in IPL 2026 has been delayed due to a persistent calf injury, with the veteran wicketkeeper-batter still undergoing rehabilitation.</p>



<p>Fleming revealed that the injury remains delicate, and any further strain could potentially rule Dhoni out for the remainder of the season. Despite being with the squad since March and actively participating in practice sessions and warm-up games, Dhoni has not featured in any of CSK’s eight matches so far.</p>



<p>&#8220;The calf is a tough one. If he (MS Dhoni) takes off and rips the calf again, then he will be gone [for the whole season]. So we pushed it early. In a warm-up game, he tweaked it again, as my understanding. And since then, he has been just working hard to get some movement into it. But there was a setback,&#8221; CSK head coach Stephen Fleming said after the team’s loss to Gujarat Titans.</p>



<p>Fleming added that Dhoni is making steady progress and is working closely with the team’s physio, but the franchise is waiting for full clearance before bringing him back into the playing XI.</p>



<p>&#8220;But look, he&#8217;s the guide on this one. And he&#8217;s working hard with the physio and doing all the rehab. We&#8217;re just waiting for the word, really. But all I can keep saying is it&#8217;s not making light of this, he is progressing and doing everything,&#8221; Fleming said.</p>



<p>The CSK coach also highlighted Dhoni’s continued involvement with the squad off the field. According to Fleming, Dhoni has been closely monitoring younger players during practice matches and simulations, helping assess their readiness for IPL-level competition while focusing on his own recovery.</p>



<p>&#8220;And I think after that, it was just about, he saw some of the youngsters playing in practice games and playing in match simulations where he felt confident enough in them, you know, who are ready, who have that ability to play in the IPL. After that, it was just about taking time for his recovery. Slowly, slowly, he is getting there. Never know, maybe next game, maybe after that, but definitely one day for sure,&#8221; he concluded.</p>



<p>Chennai Super Kings are currently placed sixth in the IPL 2026 points table with three wins and five losses from eight matches. The team still has six matches remaining in the league stage, with their next fixture scheduled at home against Mumbai Indians on May 2.</p>
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		<title>Gaikwad Admits CSK Failed To Read Conditions After Loss To Gujarat Titans</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Pranay Agarwal]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:28:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that his team struggled to read the pitch conditions at Chepauk, which played a major role in their defeat against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. Following the loss, Gaikwad pointed out that the surface behaved unpredictably, with inconsistent pace and bounce making it difficult for batters to settle.&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/gaikwad-admits-csk-failed-to-read-conditions-after-loss-to-gujarat-titans/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Gaikwad Admits CSK Failed To Read Conditions After Loss To Gujarat Titans</span></a></p>
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<p>Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that his team struggled to read the pitch conditions at Chepauk, which played a major role in their defeat against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026.</p>



<p>Following the loss, Gaikwad pointed out that the surface behaved unpredictably, with inconsistent pace and bounce making it difficult for batters to settle. He revealed that CSK had initially targeted a total between 170 and 180, but regular wickets in the middle overs derailed their plans.</p>



<p>&#8220;Yes, to be honest, sometimes I hate to assess in that way, but I felt it was challenging. I was holding a bit for the pacers; the pace was inconsistent, and the bounce was up and down. But if we hadn&#8217;t lost too many wickets, we could&#8217;ve reached 170-180. Not expected to be honest, it&#8217;s tough to assess the conditions here. In the last three matches, we learned how the game would play out. We had a 60-70% chance in the last two or three games, but we didn&#8217;t expect it to play like this today. We just couldn&#8217;t adapt to the conditions. In the first timeout, I told Flem that I was trying to be positive and aggressive. But at times, the ball popped out with inconsistent bounce,&#8221; Gaikwad said after the match.</p>



<p>He further explained how early wickets hurt the team’s momentum and made it difficult to build partnerships. Despite getting a good start himself, Gaikwad said the team failed to maintain stability in the batting order.</p>



<p>&#8220;You couldn&#8217;t judge, and you couldn&#8217;t expect it to turn out well. We were lethargic and didn&#8217;t start well, but we needed to do better. I got off to a good start (10 off 6), I thought I would keep the momentum, but then we saw 3 wickets fall while we were trying to build a partnership. Another wicket fell, and I wanted to take my time. For any other pitch, I might&#8217;ve rotated the strike better. Once I got hit, I just thought I would take my chances and get some momentum back. We were batting really well; if we hadn&#8217;t lost two quick wickets, Mukesh would&#8217;ve come in the second innings. But we lost two wickets quickly, which is why we opted for an impact player,&#8221; he added.</p>



<p>In the match, Chennai Super Kings managed to post 158/7, which proved insufficient as Gujarat Titans chased down the target comfortably. Sai Sudharsan led the run chase with a fluent half-century, supported by Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler as GT secured an eight-wicket win with 20 balls to spare.</p>



<p>The Gujarat Titans’ top-order executed the chase with precision, helping the team register their fourth win of the season and move up to fifth place in the points table.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Sai Sudharsan continued his outstanding form in IPL 2026 with a match-winning knock of 87, guiding Gujarat Titans to a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk. The clinical chase helped GT secure their fourth win of the season and move up to fifth place in the points table. Chasing a target of&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/sai-sudharsans-87-leads-gt-to-dominant-8-wicket-win-over-csk/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Sai Sudharsan’s 87 Leads GT To Dominant 8-Wicket Win Over CSK</span></a></p>
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<p>Sai Sudharsan continued his outstanding form in IPL 2026 with a match-winning knock of 87, guiding Gujarat Titans to a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk. The clinical chase helped GT secure their fourth win of the season and move up to fifth place in the points table.</p>



<p>Chasing a target of 159, Gujarat Titans made a strong start with openers Shubman Gill and Sudharsan taking control early. The duo capitalised on the powerplay, racing to 55/0 and putting immediate pressure on the CSK bowlers.</p>



<p>Gill looked fluent during his stay before being stumped by Sanju Samson off Noor Ahmad in the seventh over, ending the opening partnership. Despite the breakthrough, GT maintained momentum as Sudharsan carried forward the innings with confidence.</p>



<p>Coming into the match after a century in his previous outing, Sudharsan once again dominated the attack. He brought up his half-century in just 33 balls, combining elegant stroke play with powerful hitting. His ability to find gaps and clear the boundary, especially against the spinners like Akeal Hosein, kept the required run rate comfortably in check.</p>



<p>Jos Buttler, batting at number three, played a steady supporting role. He survived a dropped chance by Samson and ensured stability in the middle overs. By the 14th over, Gujarat Titans had reached 121/1, firmly in control of the chase.</p>



<p>Sudharsan further accelerated the scoring, smashing a six off Noor Ahmad to take GT past 130, followed by a 16-run over against seamer Gurjapneet Singh. He was eventually dismissed by Akeal Hosein after a brilliant 87 off 46 balls, but by then the match was almost sealed.</p>



<p>In the same over, Buttler finished the game in style by hitting a six, helping Gujarat Titans complete the chase with 20 balls to spare. This victory margin stands as GT’s second-biggest against CSK at Chepauk.</p>



<p>Earlier in the match, Chennai Super Kings posted 158/7, with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad playing a lone hand of 74. On a pitch offering assistance to both pacers and spinners, GT bowlers kept CSK under pressure throughout the innings.</p>



<p>After winning the toss and opting to bowl, Gujarat Titans struck early through Kagiso Rabada, who delivered a superb spell of 3/25. He removed Sanju Samson for 11 and Urvil Patel for 4 in quick succession, reducing CSK to 25/2 inside the powerplay.</p>



<p>The middle order struggled to build momentum. Dewald Brevis managed just 2 off 9 balls before falling to Manav Suthar, while Shivam Dube scored 22 off 17 balls before being dismissed by Arshad Khan.</p>



<p>Gaikwad held the innings together with a composed knock, hitting six fours and four sixes during his 60-ball stay. He reached his half-century and then accelerated in the death overs.</p>



<p>Jamie Overton provided a late boost with a quick 18 off just six balls, including three boundaries and a six, helping CSK cross the 150 mark. Kartik Sharma also chipped in with 15 before becoming Rabada’s third wicket.</p>



<p>Alongside Rabada, Mohammed Siraj impressed with figures of 1/23 in four overs, while Manav Suthar (1/22) and Jason Holder (0/22) kept things tight during the middle phase. Arshad Khan picked up two wickets but proved expensive in the final overs.</p>



<p>Gujarat Titans’ disciplined bowling effort followed by a dominant top-order performance ensured a comprehensive win as they comfortably chased down the target and strengthened their position in the tournament.</p>



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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Sanju Samson added another major achievement to his IPL career as he completed 5,000 runs in the tournament, becoming only the 10th batter in history to reach the landmark. The milestone came during Chennai Super Kings’ clash against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 at Chepauk. Samson brought up the landmark in style, hitting a four&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/sanju-reaches-5000-ipl-runs-becomes-10th-batter-to-achieve-milestone/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Sanju Reaches 5000 IPL Runs, Becomes 10th Batter To Achieve Milestone</span></a></p>
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<p>Sanju Samson added another major achievement to his IPL career as he completed 5,000 runs in the tournament, becoming only the 10th batter in history to reach the landmark. The milestone came during Chennai Super Kings’ clash against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 at Chepauk.</p>



<p>Samson brought up the landmark in style, hitting a four off Kagiso Rabada in the second over of the match. With this, he now has 5,008 runs in 180 innings at an average of 31.69 and a strike rate of 140.59, including five centuries and 26 half-centuries.</p>



<p>The wicketkeeper-batter reached the milestone in 185 matches across three franchises — Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Daredevils, and Chennai Super Kings — highlighting his consistency over the years in the tournament.</p>



<p>Samson also entered an elite list in terms of fastest batters to 5,000 IPL runs by balls faced. He is now the third-fastest to the milestone, behind AB de Villiers, who achieved it in 3,288 balls, and David Warner, who took 3,554 balls. In doing so, Samson went past several top names including Suresh Raina, KL Rahul, and MS Dhoni.</p>



<p>In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Samson has been one of CSK’s standout performers. He is currently the team’s highest run-scorer with 304 runs, averaging 50.66 at a strike rate of 169.83, including two centuries.</p>



<p>In the match, Chennai Super Kings posted a total of 158/7 after being put under pressure by Gujarat Titans’ bowling attack. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad led the batting effort with a composed 74, holding the innings together while wickets fell at regular intervals.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Rajasthan Royals’ teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created history with a breathtaking performance, becoming the youngest and fastest batter to reach 1,000 runs in T20 cricket. The 15-year-old achieved the milestone during a stunning IPL 2026 innings that also marked his second century in the tournament. Sooryavanshi smashed a sensational 103 off just 37 balls, hammering&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/vaibhav-becomes-fastest-to-1000-t20-runs-with-record-ipl-century-at-age-15/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Vaibhav Becomes Fastest To 1000 T20 Runs With Record IPL Century At Age 15</span></a></p>
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<p>Rajasthan Royals’ teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created history with a breathtaking performance, becoming the youngest and fastest batter to reach 1,000 runs in T20 cricket. The 15-year-old achieved the milestone during a stunning IPL 2026 innings that also marked his second century in the tournament.</p>



<p>Sooryavanshi smashed a sensational 103 off just 37 balls, hammering five fours and an incredible 12 sixes at a strike rate of 278.38. His explosive knock not only powered Rajasthan Royals to a massive total but also rewrote multiple records in T20 cricket.</p>



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<p>He reached the 1,000-run mark in just 473 balls, making him the fastest in terms of balls faced. He surpassed Australian players Mitchell Owen (533 balls) and Andrew Symonds (558 balls) in this regard. In terms of innings, he got to the milestone in his 26th innings, making him the fourth-fastest overall, behind Brad Hodge and Shaun Marsh, who both achieved it in 23 innings.</p>



<p>At just 15 years of age, Sooryavanshi is also the youngest player ever to reach 1,000 T20 runs. Among the 1,069 players who have crossed this mark in T20 cricket, he stands out as the only batter with a strike rate above 200, currently at an astonishing 212.2.</p>



<p>The young star also became the first uncapped player in IPL history to score two centuries. His innings included a rapid half-century off just 15 balls, marking his third IPL fifty achieved in 15 balls or fewer. This feat puts him ahead of Australia’s Jake Fraser-McGurk, who had recorded two such quick fifties in the 2024 season.</p>



<p>With his 12 sixes in the innings, Sooryavanshi also broke a long-standing record, surpassing Murali Vijay’s 11 sixes against the same opposition in 2010.</p>



<p>In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Sooryavanshi has been in outstanding form. In eight innings, he has scored 357 runs at an average of 44.62 and a remarkable strike rate of 234.86, including one century and two fifties. He currently holds the Orange Cap as the leading run-scorer in the tournament.</p>



<p>Coming to the match, Rajasthan Royals posted a formidable total of 229 runs. Sooryavanshi led the charge with his explosive century, while Dhruv Jurel provided solid support with 51 off 35 balls, including eight fours and a six. The duo stitched together a 112-run partnership, putting the opposition under immense pressure.</p>



<p>A late cameo from Donovan Ferreira, who scored 33 off 13 balls with three fours and three sixes, further boosted Rajasthan’s total.</p>



<p>Among the bowlers, Eshan Malinga was the most effective for the opposition, picking up two wickets for 38 runs. Pat Cummins, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain, and Nitish Kumar Reddy also picked up a wicket each, although Sakib endured a tough outing, conceding 62 runs in his spell.</p>



<p>Rajasthan Royals now face the challenge of defending 229 runs to secure their fifth win of the season, while their opponents will need a strong batting effort to chase down the big target.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer reached a major milestone in his IPL career by completing 4,000 runs during a sensational match against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. The landmark came during a historic run chase that saw PBKS script one of the greatest victories in tournament history. Iyer played a crucial role in the chase,&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/shreyas-completes-4000-ipl-runs-as-pbks-pull-off-record-chase-against-dc/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Shreyas Completes 4000 IPL Runs As PBKS Pull Off Record Chase Against DC</span></a></p>
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<p>Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer reached a major milestone in his IPL career by completing 4,000 runs during a sensational match against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. The landmark came during a historic run chase that saw PBKS script one of the greatest victories in tournament history.</p>



<p>Iyer played a crucial role in the chase, remaining unbeaten on 71 off 36 balls, smashing three fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 197.22. He came to the crease when PBKS were at 145/3 and steadied the innings before accelerating to guide his team to victory.</p>



<p>With this performance, Iyer now has 4,010 runs in 140 matches and 138 innings at an average of 35.48 and a strike rate of 136.02. His IPL career includes 31 half-centuries, with a best score of 97*. He has previously represented Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders, leading KKR to a title during his stint from 2022 to 2024.</p>



<p>Iyer has been in exceptional form in IPL 2026. So far this season, he has scored 279 runs in seven matches at an average of 69.75 and a strike rate of 186.00, including four fifties. Since joining Punjab Kings, he has transformed his T20 approach, scoring 886 runs in 24 matches at an impressive average of 55.18 and a strike rate of 178.38, along with 10 fifties.</p>



<p>The match itself turned into a record-breaking contest. Delhi Capitals, after opting to bat first, posted a massive total of 264/2. The innings was powered by a 220-run partnership between KL Rahul and Nitish Rana. Rahul remained unbeaten on 152 off 67 balls, hitting 16 fours and nine sixes, while Rana contributed 91 off 44 balls with 11 boundaries and four sixes.</p>



<p>Punjab Kings responded with an aggressive approach from the start. Priyansh Arya scored 43 off 17 balls, while Prabhsimran Singh added a quickfire 76 off 26 balls. The duo put together 116 runs in the powerplay, setting the tone for the chase.</p>



<p>After the early fireworks, Iyer took control of the innings. He stitched important partnerships with Nehal Wadhera, who scored 25, and Shashank Singh, who remained unbeaten on 19, ensuring PBKS stayed ahead in the chase.</p>



<p>Punjab Kings eventually chased down the 265-run target in just 18.5 overs with six wickets in hand, breaking their own previous record of chasing 262 against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2024 season.</p>



<p>With this win, PBKS continued their unbeaten run in the tournament, registering six wins along with one no result to reach 13 points. Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, are placed sixth with three wins and four losses, having six points so far in the competition.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Nitish Rana reached a major milestone in his IPL career by completing 3,000 runs during a stunning knock for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. The left-hander achieved the feat in style with a blistering innings that also turned out to be his highest score in the tournament. Rana smashed 91 runs off&#8230;&#160;<a href="https://cricketschedule.com/nitish-rana-crosses-3000-ipl-runs-with-explosive-91-against-pbks/" rel="bookmark">Read More &#187;<span class="screen-reader-text">Nitish Rana Crosses 3000 IPL Runs With Explosive 91 Against PBKS</span></a></p>
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<p>Nitish Rana reached a major milestone in his IPL career by completing 3,000 runs during a stunning knock for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. The left-hander achieved the feat in style with a blistering innings that also turned out to be his highest score in the tournament.</p>



<p>Rana smashed 91 runs off just 44 balls, striking 11 boundaries and four sixes. Coming into the match with 2,930 runs, he crossed the 3,000-run mark during his innings and now has 3,021 runs in the IPL at an average of 28.23.</p>



<p>His remarkable knock played a crucial role in Delhi Capitals posting a massive total of 264/2 in 20 overs, the highest team score recorded so far in IPL 2026. Rana also shared a historic 220-run partnership with KL Rahul, which now stands as the second-highest partnership for any wicket in IPL history. The only stand ahead of it remains the 229-run partnership between AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli against Gujarat Lions in IPL 2016.</p>



<p>Delhi Capitals’ innings was headlined by a dominant batting display led by KL Rahul, who remained unbeaten on 152 off 67 balls. The innings began on a cautious note after Punjab Kings dismissed Pathum Nissanka early, but a dropped catch of Rahul by Shashank Singh proved to be a turning point.</p>



<p>Rahul capitalised fully on the opportunity, reaching his century in just 47 balls, marking his sixth IPL hundred. Rana complemented him perfectly with aggressive stroke play, including a 28-run over against Xavier Bartlett that shifted momentum decisively in Delhi’s favour.</p>



<p>The duo kept the scoring rate consistently high, dismantling the Punjab bowling attack through the middle overs. Despite attempts from Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, and Yuzvendra Chahal to contain the flow of runs, Delhi Capitals surged past the 200-run mark in just 16 overs.</p>



<p>Rana was eventually dismissed late in the innings, but the damage had already been done. Delhi Capitals maintained their momentum in the final stages, adding nine runs in the last over to finish with a commanding total.</p>



<p>Punjab Kings’ bowlers struggled throughout the innings, with only Arshdeep Singh and Xavier Bartlett managing to pick up wickets in what was largely a one-sided batting performance dominated by Rahul and Rana.</p>
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