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KL Rahul etched his name in IPL history, becoming the first player to surpass 1000 runs for three different franchises. He achieved this remarkable feat for Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and now Delhi Capitals. Rahul also set a new record for the quickest 1000 runs for Delhi, reaching the milestone in just 23 innings.

Kolkata Knight Riders captain ajinkya rahane won the toss and chose to bowl against Delhi Capitals. Both teams are in a crucial IPL 2026 match. Delhi aims to break a losing streak at home. KKR arrives with winning momentum. Rahane noted the Delhi pitch's unpredictable nature this season. He felt chasing would allow his team to better assess conditions.

ajinkya rahane lauded Kolkata Knight Riders' complete performance after their dominant win over Delhi Capitals. He highlighted Finn Allen's match-winning century and the bowlers' consistent discipline, particularly the spin trio, for setting up the victory. Rahane also credited the support staff and the team's focus on the present moment for their success.

The 36-year-old replaced Ramandeep Singh in the KKR XI for their ninth match of the season. He had been bought for Rs 75 lakh at the auction and had not played earlier in the season.

Kolkata Knight Riders opted for continuity, leaving Matheesha Pathirana out of their playing XI against Lucknow Super Giants. Captain ajinkya rahane stated the team aimed to bat first, giving their batting unit freedom and reflecting on past games. Rishabh Pant won the toss and chose to bowl, emphasizing clarity in execution and team unity.

DC openers KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka managed only two sixes in the first six overs, both of them coming from Nissanka. Rahul did not hit a six during his innings as DC scored 55 runs in the powerplay.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders, citing a good batting surface and the team's aggressive approach. KKR captain ajinkya rahane also preferred to bat but expressed confidence after a reflective break. Both teams made two changes to their lineups.

The wicket came off the bowling of Vaibhav Arora.

Tim Seifert was the first to go in the final ball of the second over. Mohsin Khan bowled a full delivery around off stump, and Seifert chipped it straight to Mukul Choudhary at covers. He was dismissed for 0 off 3 balls, giving Mohsin a wicket-maiden over.

Varun took three wickets in the match, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi also contributed with a steady innings as KKR won by seven wickets. It was KKR’s third win of the season.

Prabhsimran Singh etched his name in IPL history by becoming the third batter to hit six boundaries in a single over, achieving the feat against Delhi Capitals' Mukesh Kumar. This rare accomplishment follows similar exploits by ajinkya rahane and Prithvi Shaw. Singh's explosive 76 off 26 balls showcased his aggressive batting.

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.

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.

Allen’s unbeaten 100 off 47 balls helped Kolkata Knight Riders register their fourth straight win in IPL 2026 on Friday. KKR chased down 143 in 14.2 overs to win by eight wickets.

IPL 2026 is witnessing a surge in disciplinary actions alongside thrilling cricket. Eight players and staff have faced penalties, from fines to demerit points, for offenses like audible obscenities, mobile phone use in the dugout, and aggressive send-offs. Captains are also being fined for slow over-rates, highlighting a growing concern over player conduct.

Sunrisers Hyderabad suffered a seven-wicket defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, with their spin duo Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine dismantling the SRH batting lineup. Despite a strong start, SRH collapsed to 165, a total KKR comfortably chased down thanks to half-centuries from ajinkya rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi.

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.

Varun Chakravarthy took 3 for 36 and Sunil Narine claimed 2 for 31 as SRH were bowled out for 165 in 19 overs. KKR chased the target with 10 balls remaining to register their third straight win.

Siddhant Addhatrao and Arjun Tendulkar are eligible for the T20 Mumbai League auction. Both players, Ranji Trophy participants, will have a base price of Rs 5 lakh. MCA secretary Unmesh Khanvilkar confirmed their eligibility. Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, and Shivam Dube are retained. Yashasvi Jaiswal and ajinkya rahane will feature in Season 4.

Kolkata Knight Riders were desperate to see Finn Allen fire, and fire he did at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday night. On a surface that appeared tricky when Delhi Capitals batted, Allen produced an exhibition of clean, fearless strokeplay to smash an unbeaten century and steer Kolkata Knight Riders to an eight-wicket win that kept them firmly in contention for a playoff spot.

Kolkata Knight Riders secured a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals, fueled by a stellar spin attack and Finn Allen's explosive maiden IPL century. This fourth consecutive win keeps KKR's playoff aspirations burning bright, while Delhi faces mounting pressure. Allen's unbeaten 100 off 47 balls guided KKR to a swift chase after restricting Delhi to 142.

Chasing 156, Rahane was dismissed early, adding to his struggles this season. He had also been out for a golden duck in KKR’s previous match against Gujarat Titans.

Delhi Capitals face mounting pressure with four consecutive home defeats, jeopardizing their playoff hopes. Inconsistent performances and team changes have plagued their season. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders are on a three-match winning streak, fueled by strong bowling, though their top-order batting remains a concern.

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.

Rajasthan Royals opted to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, with skipper Riyan Parag citing a dry pitch conducive to spin. KKR captain ajinkya rahane, though preferring to bat, expressed confidence in his bowlers. Both teams made changes to their lineups, with key players returning for Rajasthan.

Yashasvi Jaiswal scored another half-century for Rajasthan Royals. He is now third in franchise history for 50-plus scores. This places him alongside Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson. Punjab Kings posted a large total. Rajasthan Royals chased but fell short. Jaiswal's consistent performance continues to impress.

Gujarat Titans suffered a crucial defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after dropping Virat Kohli on duck. Kohli capitalized on the reprieve, smashing 81 off 44 balls and becoming the first player to hit 800 IPL fours. His record-breaking innings propelled him further up the all-time run-scorers list.

Lucknow Super Giants face a critical survival test against Kolkata Knight Riders after four consecutive defeats. LSG's batting struggles and inability to leverage their home ground are major concerns. KKR, buoyed by a recent win, aim to build momentum, with their spinners posing a potential threat to LSG's inconsistent batting lineup.

Sanju Samson showcased exceptional wicketkeeping skills, mirroring MS Dhoni's brilliance with a lightning-fast stumping of Shubman Gill. Earlier, Samson achieved a significant batting milestone, becoming the fastest Indian to score 5,000 IPL runs in terms of balls faced, solidifying his status as a consistent performer.