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Despite a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign where Jasprit Bumrah took only four wickets, former South Africa pacer dale steyn backed the Indian speedster to return strongly next year and potentially win the Purple Cap. Steyn highlighted Bumrah's crucial role in India's recent T20 World Cup triumph, emphasizing his human side after a tough IPL season.

Saurabh Dubey’s selection as Kolkata Knight Riders’ injury replacement raised eyebrows after the left-arm pacer spent over two years out of competitive cricket. But KKR’s faith in the former net bowler is beginning to pay off. After impressive spells against Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians, including wickets of Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, Dubey has emerged as one of the surprise stories of KKR’s season.

Spotted early by Shubman Gill, backed by Shikhar Dhawan and mentored by Ashish Nehra, Punjab pacer Gurnoor Brar’s rise has been shaped by pace, setbacks and learning curves. From a late start to India A success, the six-foot-five quick is now firmly on the national radar as India search for fast-bowling depth. The lanky fast bowler on Tuesday has received a maiden Indian call -up for both Tests and ODIs.

Deepak Chahar humorously mimicked the viral 'chit celebration' trend during MI vs KKR, pretending to pull out an imaginary note after taking a wicket, much to his teammates' amusement. This trend, started by Abhishek Sharma, has seen mixed reactions, with some former cricketers criticizing it as 'rubbish'.

At 36, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is still outrunning younger pacers. While generations of fast bowlers have come and gone since his IPL debut in 2011, the RCB veteran remains a constant. TOI traces the fitness transformation, meticulous preparation and daily discipline that have helped him stay relevant in cricket's most demanding format for more than a decade.

Gujarat Titans' Ashok Sharma has become IPL 2026's breakout star, consistently bowling over 150 kph and even recording the tournament's fastest delivery at 154.2 kph. Inspired by legends like Brett Lee and dale steyn, the 23-year-old credits coach Ashish Nehra for honing his discipline and match awareness, focusing on Test-match lengths first.

Akash Maharaj Singh’s viral ‘chit’ celebration became one of IPL 2026’s most debated moments, drawing criticism, trolling and even mockery from fellow cricketers. But behind the celebration was years of frustration, waiting and perseverance across four IPL franchises. From taking 10 wickets in an innings as a teenager to finally earning his chance at LSG, this is the emotional story behind Akash’s moment in the spotlight.

In the IPL, dot balls are a crucial, often overlooked, weapon. Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads the all-time list with 1964 dot balls, showcasing sustained control alongside his wicket-taking prowess. Spinners Sunil Narine and Ravichandran Ashwin follow closely, highlighting the importance of economical bowling. Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja also feature in the top five, underscoring their consistent pressure-building abilities.

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Shah Rukh Khan celebrated Sunil Narine's historic 200th IPL wicket, a milestone achieved exclusively for the Kolkata Knight Riders. Narine, the first player to reach this mark for a single franchise, also became the leading overseas bowler in the 200-wicket club. His exceptional consistency and crucial role in KKR's success were highlighted.

Former South African pacer dale steyn lauded Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood for their exceptional powerplay spell against Delhi Capitals, which saw them take 6 wickets for 13 runs. Steyn also highlighted Kagiso Rabada and Jofra Archer for instilling 'genuine fear' in batters with their consistent hard lengths, despite the high-scoring IPL season.

Former South Africa pacer dale steyn has voiced concerns over Lucknow Super Giants' team selection and Nicholas Pooran's batting form. LSG has faced three consecutive home defeats. Steyn believes Pooran's struggles impact the batting order, forcing changes. Coach Justin Langer, however, views the Ekana pitch as good and points to adaptation issues.

Lucknow Super Giants suffered a heart-wrenching Super Over loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, with Nicholas Pooran's first-ball dismissal drawing sharp criticism from dale steyn. Steyn labelled the decision to send Pooran in as 'criminal' given his poor form, highlighting the missed opportunity for LSG to secure a crucial win and their subsequent slide to the bottom of the table.

dale steyn believes Sunrisers Hyderabad's victory over Chennai Super Kings could be a significant turning point for their IPL 2026 campaign. He highlighted the team's strong bowling effort, particularly from Eshan Malinga, and Heinrich Klaasen's consistent batting as key factors in their resurgence. Steyn emphasized the team's renewed commitment and fighting spirit.

In IPL 2026 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni was again absent from the playing XI. SRH continue with sensations like Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, signalling a focus on fresh talent. CSK stuck to their combination, while Dhoni’s continued absence remains a major talking point among fans and experts alike.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is emerging as a standout performer in IPL 2026, impressing with fearless batting against top bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah. dale steyn said the youngster has already “instilled fear” in bowlers. His quick 39 helped Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians, extending their winning run, with his aggressive approach troubling even the best in the game.

The Indian team has not only won praise from former Indian cricketers but South African cricketing legends have also appreciated their performance. Former South African pace bowler dale steyn is all praise for Virat Kohli and company for the way they have played over the years.

Rajasthan Royals secured a thrilling six-run victory over Gujarat Titans, thanks to a masterful final over by Tushar Deshpande. Despite a challenging chase, Deshpande's composed bowling, including pinpoint yorkers and clever variations, stifled the Titans' big hitters. Captain Riyan Parag's strategic bowling changes proved crucial in defending a formidable total.

dale steyn posted a video on Instagram of him taking a wicket during a gully cricket match with children after taking some time out of his schedule.

Former South African cricketer dale steyn has termed Mumbai's streets as “super clean” and added he could see “massive effort” in keeping litter off its roads. Replying to the praise, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said it appreciated his comment and that it looks forward to welcoming everyone with “clean roads and full hearts”.

Speculation of South Africa speedster dale steyn joining the struggling Royal Challengers Bangalore line-up was rife on Thursday after the 35-year-old posted a picture of his India visa on social media. The post has since been deleted.

With the opening Test delicately poised after two days of intense action, South Africa have suffered a big blow as pace spearhead dale steyn is unlikely to take field on Saturday due to a groin strain.

James Franklin is likely to replace dale steyn as Sunrisers Hyderabad bowling coach in the upcoming IPL. Talks are underway with Franklin, who has coaching experience in English county cricket and the Pakistan Super League. He will work alongside Daniel Vettori.

The drawn fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford saw late-game drama as Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar opted to continue batting despite a handshake offer from Ben Stokes and Harry Brook. dale steyn weighed in, suggesting a handshake would have been sportsmanlike once the draw was secured, though he acknowledged the batters' right to pursue milestones.

“I have to say that without any doubt, he’s (dale steyn) amongst the top bowlers that I played in my 24-year career. I thought that something which was incredible, but he managed to do consistently was that late outswinger (that he possessed) and that angle that he developed," Sachin Tendulkar said.

Ashok Sharma’s journey from a farming village near Jaipur to clocking 150 kph is a story of sacrifice, mentorship and unwavering belief in pace. Guided by his late coach Vivek Yadav, backed by Anshu Jain, and shaped by advice from Pat Cummins and Bharat Arun, the 23-year-old has emerged as the standout bowler of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. With raw speed now married to control, Ashok is fast becoming the speedster to watch out for.

South African pace ace dale steyn, who fought many battles against Virender Sehwag, is also a fan of the now retired batsman.

Kohli then went on to register two milestones during the game between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. He became the first batter in IPL history to cross 4000 runs in run chases.

Nagpur Test match between India and South Africa created a lot of furore recently, with many South African players and commentators blaming the pitch at the VCA Stadium, Jamtha for the debacle of the Proteas.