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Ishan Kishan continued his dominance against Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a 79, marking his fourth consecutive 50-plus score against them. Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting prowess was further evident with fifties from Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, leading to a massive total and a record-breaking season for 200+ scores.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru achieved a record-breaking score of 254/5 against Gujarat Titans in IPL Qualifier 1. This marks the highest total ever in IPL playoff history. Rajat Patidar led the charge with an unbeaten 93 off 33 balls. Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya also contributed significantly to the massive total.

Virat Kohli is on the cusp of a historic IPL milestone, needing just 58 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad to become the first player with four consecutive 600-plus run seasons. He is currently tied with Chris Gayle, David Warner, and KL Rahul, who each achieved the feat in three consecutive seasons.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured a playoff spot in IPL 2026, driven by Virat Kohli's stellar performance. Despite his overall brilliance, Kohli's knockout stage record presents a potential concern for RCB as they aim for back-to-back titles, facing Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, at just 15, has become the Indian batter with the most sixes in a single IPL season, surpassing Abhishek Sharma's record with 43 maximums. His explosive start against Delhi Capitals, hitting a six off the first ball, marked his fifth such instance this season. Sooryavanshi's remarkable six-hitting prowess is rewriting IPL history.

Sunrisers Hyderabad continued their explosive IPL 2026 run, smashing 255 for 4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This marked their ninth 200-plus total this season, a new record. Powered by Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen's blistering knocks, SRH solidified their status as IPL's most destructive batting unit, owning six 250-plus scores in history.

Bruno Fernandes is a football powerhouse, boasting an estimated net worth of £50-£78 million by 2026. His stellar 2025-26 season, marked by a Premier League Player of the Season award, significantly boosted his earnings from his Manchester United contract and lucrative endorsements. Despite his wealth, Fernandes leads a private life, focusing on family and football.

Padikkal, who made his IPL debut for RCB in 2020, said observing Kohli closely played a major role in his early development as a batter.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues his sensational IPL 2026 run, smashing 93 off 38 balls against LSG. He became the youngest to 500 runs and set a new strike rate record. Sooryavanshi also broke the Indian six-hitting record for a season, reaching 53. His explosive innings powered Rajasthan's successful chase of 221.

Heinrich Klaasen achieved a significant milestone, becoming the fifth Sunrisers Hyderabad player to score 2000 IPL runs for the franchise. He also equaled the record for most 50+ scores at No. 4 or lower in a single IPL season. Klaasen's explosive 51, alongside contributions from Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, powered SRH to a massive 255/4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Chennai Super Kings batter Sanju Samson is on the cusp of a significant IPL milestone, needing just 23 runs for his second 500-plus season. Having enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with CSK in IPL 2026, Samson has been a standout performer, carrying his T20 World Cup form.

IPL 2026 has witnessed an unprecedented batting surge, with 53 scores exceeding 200, shattering previous records. This trend highlights a dramatic evolution in T20 cricket, where aggressive play from the outset and powerful hitting by all batsmen have redefined what constitutes a formidable total. Even scores above 220 are no longer a guaranteed victory, as chases are becoming increasingly common.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's streak of playing in every IPL season for Chennai Super Kings ended in IPL 2026 due to a thumb injury. He missed the final league match against Gujarat Titans, marking his first absence from a game for the franchise he captained to five titles. His return hinges on CSK's playoff qualification.

Gujarat Titans opener Sai Sudharsan shared his deep emotional ties to Chennai Super Kings ahead of their IPL 2026 clash. He fondly recalled idolizing CSK during his childhood, making his maiden IPL century against them in 2024 particularly special. Sudharsan, a consistent performer, continues his impressive run this season.

The milestone came during Punjab Kings’ IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.

Mumbai Indians ended their IPL-2026 campaign with a loss to Rajasthan Royals. The team finished ninth with ten defeats. Batting coach Kieron Pollard acknowledged the team's inconsistent performance throughout the tournament. He stated that the management will review the season and aim for a stronger comeback next year. The team's performance has raised questions about leadership and player selections.

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant apologized to fans for a disappointing IPL 2026 season, as his team, already out of playoff contention, faced Punjab Kings. Pant acknowledged the tough campaign, promising a 100% effort in their final league match. Punjab Kings, needing a win to stay alive, opted to bowl first.

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.

Angkrish Raghuvanshi's stellar IPL 2026 season continues with an unbeaten 82, guiding Kolkata Knight Riders to a colossal 247/2 against Gujarat Titans. This marks his fifth 50-plus score, placing him among KKR's elite and in rare company league-wide for batsmen his age. His composure and acceleration were key in KKR's third-highest total ever.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created IPL history by becoming the first Indian batter to hit 50 sixes in a single season. The 15-year-old smashed 93 off 38 balls, including 10 sixes, for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants. His explosive innings helped Rajasthan stay in the chase after Mitchell Marsh’s 96 powered LSG to 220/5.

A bizarre mix-up has seen fans troll American rapper Travis Scott, mistaking him for cricketer Travis Head due to their shared first name. This online chaos follows an on-field spat between Head and Virat Kohli during an IPL match. The abuse has extended to Head's wife and family, highlighting the dark side of fan culture and the need for empathy.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was eventually dismissed on 93 off 38 balls.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, and Ishan Kishan have etched their names in IPL history, becoming the second trio to score over 500 runs each in a season. This remarkable batting feat fuels SRH's strong IPL 2026 campaign as they aim for a top-two finish.

Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill etched their names in IPL history with remarkable performances against Chennai Super Kings. Both batters surpassed 600 runs for the second consecutive season, a feat achieved by only a select few. Their dominant opening partnership also saw them climb various T20 and IPL record lists.

Arshdeep Singh sparked online speculation after deleting over 200 Instagram posts, including his viral Champions Trophy reel with Virat Kohli, and changing his profile picture without explanation. The move came after several IPL 2026 controversies, including backlash over an alleged racial remark and social media spats. Arshdeep also endured a disappointing season, taking 14 wickets with an economy rate above 10.

Kolkata Knight Riders faced a disappointing IPL 2026 season, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year. A winless start and injuries to key players like Matheesha Pathirana and Mustafizur Rahman significantly impacted the team. Despite a strong fightback, KKR could not overcome the early damage, finishing seventh. Youngsters Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Kartik Tyagi emerged as positives.