Mumbai Indians made IPL history by becoming the first team to win 10 matches against a single opponent at one venue, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium. MI restricted KKR to 116 runs, with Ashwani Kumar taking four wickets. Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav led the chase, securing an eight-wicket victory with over seven overs remaining.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their 17-year drought at MA Chidambaram Stadium by defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in an IPL 2025 clash. RCB posted a formidable 196/7 with key contributions from Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and Virat Kohli. Despite MS Dhoni's late efforts, CSK's chase faltered, marking RCB's first win at Chepauk since 2008.
Kolkata Knight Riders secured their first IPL 2025 win with an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals, led by Quinton de Kock's explosive innings. Under new captain Ajinkya Rahane, KKR's disciplined bowling restricted RR to 151, which they chased down comfortably. With this dominant win, KKR not only got off the mark in IPL 2025 but also sent a strong statement to their rivals. Under Rahane’s leadership, the team has gained momentum, with de Kock leading the charge in spectacular fashion.
Shreyas Iyer led Punjab Kings to a thrilling 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2025 opener. Iyer's unbeaten 97 and tactical leadership helped Punjab set a massive 243/5. Gujarat's chase fell short despite strong efforts from their batsmen. Iyer’s selfless gameplay and strategic thinking earned him the Player of the Match title. Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants on April 1 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
As the Punjab Kings prepare for their IPL 2025 opener against Gujarat Titans, the team is still deciding on its opening combination. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and guidance of Ricky Ponting, they focus on a cohesive and dynamic unit. Assistant coach Brad Haddin remains optimistic and praises Iyer's leadership, emphasizing readiness and team culture.
Virat Kohli reached a milestone of over 1,000 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders by scoring 59 not out, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to victory. Kohli's solid partnership with Phil Salt, and a strong bowling performance from RCB, enabled them to chase down the target of 175 in just 16.2 overs.
Indian badminton player Sankar Muthusamy Subramanian, ranked 64th, stunned world no. 2 Anders Antonsen at the Swiss Open Super 300 tournament, winning in three games. The Indian women's doubles team of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand also advanced to the semifinals. Other Indian players Isharani Baruah and Anupama Upadhyaya faced tough losses in their matches.
Mohammed Siraj is pleased with the BCCI's decision to lift the saliva ban, which he believes will enhance bowlers' ability to achieve reverse swing in IPL 2025. He looks forward to playing under Shubman Gill for Gujarat Titans and aims to learn from coach Ashish Nehra while contributing to the team's success.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a legal notice to South African cricketer Corbin Bosch for not honoring his commitment to the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Bosch was selected by Peshawar Zalmi but withdrew to join the Mumbai Indians in the IPL. This incident has raised concerns about player loyalty and contract enforcement between PSL and IPL commitments.
Manchester City drew 2-2 with Brighton, while Nottingham Forest won 4-2 against Ipswich. Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush scored for City, but Brighton equalized through Pervis Estupinan and an own goal. Nottingham Forest secured a strong victory, enhancing their European hopes. Wolves beat Southampton 2-1, and Everton drew with West Ham.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru capped off their disappointing Women's Premier League season with an 11-run victory over Mumbai Indians, denying MI direct entry into the final. Delhi Capitals secured the top spot and a direct final berth. Captain Smriti Mandhana's 53 and crucial knocks from Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh, and Georgia Wareham led RCB to a commanding 199/3.
Liverpool defeated Southampton 3-1 to extend their lead by 16 points, with Mohamed Salah scoring two penalties. Nottingham Forest claimed a 1-0 victory over Manchester City, enhancing their Champions League hopes. Arsenal aim to catch up with Liverpool, while Brighton also bolstered their European ambitions with a win.
Mumbai Indians successfully chased 151 runs to defeat UP Warriorz by six wickets in the Women's Premier League. Amelia Kerr's fifer and Hayley Matthews' 68 runs were pivotal. Mumbai's win placed them second with eight points. Kerr and Matthews' performances highlighted the match, alongside Nat Sciver-Brunt's key 37 runs, propelling Mumbai's strong finish.
India, led by Virat Kohli with a composed 84, secured a tense four-wicket victory over Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy semi-final. This victory ended Australia's dominant run in ICC knockout matches against India and booked a spot for India in the final. Chasing 265, India lost the 36-year-old Kohli in the final stretch, but KL Rahul’s unbeaten 42 ensured the team crossed the line with 11 balls to spare at the Dubai International Stadium.
Beth Mooney's unbeaten 96 and Harleen Deol's 45 set up a strong total for Gujarat Giants, leading to an 81-run victory over UP Warriorz in the Women's Premier League. Gujarat's bowlers, including Deandra Dottin and Kashvee Gautam, dismantled UP's batting lineup, moving the Giants to second place in the points table.
Rohit Sharma cited Varun Chakaravarthy's X-factor as the reason for his selection in India's Champions Trophy match against New Zealand, where he took 5 wickets for 42 runs. India's win by 44 runs set up a semi-final against Australia. Varun, the Player of the Match, credited his teammates' support for easing his initial nerves.