Suresh Raina

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in IPL history, matching Suresh Raina's 16-ball playoff fifty record. The Rajasthan Royals opener's explosive 60-plus in the powerplay against Sunrisers Hyderabad also placed him alongside Gilchrist for early dominance. Sooryavanshi's consistent powerplay brilliance and rapid-fire fifties continue to make him IPL 2026's standout sensation.

Virat Kohli delivered a masterclass in the IPL 2026 final, smashing the fastest half-century of his career in just 25 balls. Despite a mid-innings collapse, Kohli's composed innings guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their chase of 156 against Gujarat Titans. His remarkable performance placed him among the fastest fifties in IPL final history.

As IPL 2026 playoffs loom, Suresh Raina leads all-time playoff run charts with 714 runs. MS Dhoni and Shubman Gill follow closely. Dwayne Bravo tops wicket-takers with 28 scalps. Shubman Gill also holds the record for the highest individual playoff score. These records highlight playoff legends ahead of crucial matches.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans. Amidst the celebrations, Phil Salt and Suyash Sharma achieved a rare IPL title hat-trick, winning three consecutive trophies with Kolkata Knight Riders and then RCB. They join Karn Sharma as the only players to achieve this remarkable feat.

Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed on and off the field during IPL 2026. He touched Sunil Gavaskar's feet before an Eliminator match and later smashed a blistering 97 off 29 balls, powering Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run victory.

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a "God's gift" after his IPL 2026 heroics, advocating for his immediate inclusion in India's T20 squad for England. Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 off 29 balls, featuring 12 sixes, shattered records and showcased his fearless, technically sound batting, prompting calls for his fast-tracking into international cricket.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sensational 97 off 29 balls against SRH in the IPL 2026 Eliminator earned praise from cricket legends worldwide. The 15-year-old RR batter smashed 12 sixes and broke Chris Gayle’s record for most sixes in an IPL season. Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh, AB de Villiers, Michael Vaughan and others hailed the teenager’s fearless batting as Rajasthan Royals reached Qualifier 2.

Rajat Patidar unleashed a destructive 93 off 33 balls, including nine sixes, to power Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a massive 254/5 against Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1. Dropped twice in the 14th over, Patidar turned anger into a breathtaking knock, leading RCB's late surge and ensuring a historic playoff batting performance.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a historic 97 off 29 balls in the 2026 IPL Eliminator, achieving the second-highest strike rate for a 70+ score. His explosive innings, featuring 12 sixes, saw him break Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in a season with 65. Sooryavanshi's remarkable performance showcased his fearless intent and batting prowess.

Suresh Raina urged MS Dhoni to play IPL 2027, dismissing concerns about his fitness after CSK's loss. Fans at Chepauk were emotional, fearing it was Dhoni's last home game. Despite the defeat, Dhoni's presence and lap of appreciation captivated the crowd, leaving his future uncertain but fueling hope for another season.

Shubman Gill expressed visible frustration as Rajat Patidar received two crucial lifelines in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. Dropped by Jos Buttler and Jason Holder, then Kagiso Rabada, Patidar capitalized on the errors, going on to score a blistering half-century off just 21 balls.

Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel highlighted stopping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi early as a major priority for their IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against Rajasthan Royals. The 15-year-old sensation is in red-hot form, recently smashing 97 off 29 balls. GT has analyzed his batting and hopes to execute a plan to contain his fearless approach.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a sensational 97 off 29 balls in an IPL playoff, narrowly missing a historic century. Despite shattering records for most sixes (65) and runs by an uncapped batter (680), the young prodigy's visible heartbreak after falling short resonated deeply, highlighting the immense pressure and passion of the game.

Sai Sudharsan achieved a remarkable feat in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2, joining Virat Kohli and Chris Gayle by scoring 700+ runs for the second consecutive season. He also equaled David Warner's nine 50-plus scores in a single IPL edition. Sudharsan and Shubman Gill's monumental opening stand set new IPL playoff partnership records.

Ravichandran Ashwin believes Chennai Super Kings must invest in quality cricketers and a balanced squad for future IPL seasons. He stated the franchise can no longer rely on past strategies, emphasizing the need for experienced bowlers and spinners. Ashwin also questioned if the current CSK squad is suited for Chepauk's batting conditions, suggesting a more patient approach is required.

Youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi absolutely smashed it with a blistering 97, including a whopping 12 sixes, to help Rajasthan Royals post a massive 243/8 in the IPL-2026 Eliminator. Even though Vaibhav almost made history, Sunrisers Hyderabad couldn't chase it down, getting all out for 196, with Jofra Archer taking three crucial wickets. Rajasthan won by 47 runs and are moving on!

Virat Kohli etched his name in T20 history, becoming the fastest to 14,000 runs in just 409 innings. He celebrated this milestone with a match-winning unbeaten 105, his ninth IPL century, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a crucial victory. This stellar performance silenced recent critics and reaffirmed his status as a T20 legend.

Sunil Narine achieved a significant milestone on Saturday, completing 200 Indian Premier League appearances. He is the first overseas player to reach this mark. Narine has been a key player for Kolkata Knight Riders since 2012. He is recognized for his exceptional bowling economy and has also become a powerful hitter.

IPL 2026 has shattered all previous records, attracting over 1.1 billion viewers across TV and digital platforms. The league's thrilling unpredictability has fueled unprecedented fan engagement, with digital platforms showing significant growth. Regional language viewership has surged by an impressive 42%, highlighting the tournament's expanding appeal beyond major metros.

Virat Kohli achieved a significant IPL milestone, becoming the first player with 12 seasons of 400+ runs and the most capped player with 279 appearances. He silenced critics with a crucial ton against KKR, continuing his strong record against them. KKR posted 192/4, driven by Angkrish Raghuvanshi's career-best 71 and Rinku Singh's unbeaten 49.

Virat Kohli has etched his name in IPL history on Wednesday, becoming the most-capped player with his 279th appearance for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This significant milestone places him ahead of legends like MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. Kohli's enduring presence underscores his pivotal role in the league's evolution since its inception.

Virat Kohli is on the cusp of another IPL record, needing just 28 runs against Mumbai Indians to become the first batter to score 1,000 IPL runs against them. This achievement would mark the fifth team he has surpassed this milestone against in his illustrious IPL career.

Urvil Patel delivered an explosive IPL start against LSG, becoming the first to hit six sixes in his first eight balls and reaching a 13-ball fifty. His 65 off 23 balls also secured the highest strike rate for a CSK batter facing at least 20 balls, showcasing his game-changing ability.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have etched their names in IPL history, equaling MS Dhoni's record of 278 matches played. This milestone was achieved during a nail-biting encounter between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, a game that saw RCB snatch a dramatic last-ball victory. Kohli's achievement is particularly noteworthy for his unwavering loyalty to RCB since 2008.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar is set to reach a major IPL milestone today. He will become the first fast bowler to play 200 matches. This adds to his impressive IPL career. He is also currently leading the Purple Cap standings. Virat Kohli praised Bhuvneshwar's longevity and intelligence. He called him one of the top three IPL pacers.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar made history by becoming the first fast bowler to play 200 IPL matches, a feat he achieved with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This milestone follows his earlier achievement of 200 IPL wickets. Kumar expressed pride in his accomplishment, highlighting the satisfaction of reaching this mark with a successful franchise.

Rohit Sharma celebrated his 39th birthday with heartfelt wishes from wife Ritika Sajdeh and a joyous Mumbai Indians dressing room. Tributes poured in from the cricket fraternity, acknowledging his stellar career and leadership. Sharma's legacy as a white-ball great and successful captain continues to grow, marked by significant ICC and IPL achievements.

KL Rahul is on the cusp of a significant IPL milestone. He requires just 13 runs in tonight's match to overtake MS Dhoni in the all-time run-scorers list. Rahul has shown a more aggressive batting approach this season. Surpassing Dhoni will place him sixth in IPL history. His next target will be Suresh Raina.

Virat Kohli has etched his name further in IPL history, becoming the first player to hit 800 fours during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's match against Gujarat Titans. The star batter achieved this milestone, adding to his impressive record of 8,915 runs in 274 matches. This achievement solidifies his status as one of the league's greatest batters.

Sanju Samson achieved a significant milestone, crossing 5000 runs in the IPL during Chennai Super Kings' match against Gujarat Titans. He became one of the fastest batters to reach this landmark, joining an elite group of players. The match also saw Gujarat Titans win the toss and opt to bowl first.