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Australia rested Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood for the upcoming white-ball tour of Pakistan and Bangladesh to manage workloads ahead of future Tests and the T20 World Cup. Mitchell Marsh will captain a squad featuring several young players, including Ollie Peake and Liam Scott. Glenn Maxwell was dropped from the Bangladesh T20 squad as Australia continue testing fresh talent and squad depth.

Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings face a crucial IPL 2026 clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium, with both teams vying for a playoff spot. After recent losses, DC seeks momentum against a confident CSK, who are historically dominant in this fixture and have a strong record in New Delhi.

Chennai Super Kings host Mumbai Indians tonight in a crucial IPL clash at Chepauk. Both struggling five-time champions are fighting for playoff survival. CSK, currently sixth, faces a ninth-placed MI, who suffered a heavy defeat against them recently. Expect a batting-friendly pitch with dew influencing the second innings.

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings captains Hardik Pandya and Ruturaj Gaikwad are under pressure. Both teams are struggling for momentum. Pandya has low runs and high economy. Gaikwad is not translating individual success to leadership. Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni's availability is uncertain. The match takes place at Wankhede Stadium.

Both CSK and GT are at a critical juncture in IPL 2026 with identical 3-4 records. GT faces middle-order woes despite strong openers, while CSK battles injuries and player absences, relying heavily on Samson. Today's match at Chepauk, under intense heat, is expected to favor spinners and the team batting first.

There is a sense of uncertainty about Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs, with changes to their offseason raising the question of rebuilding. TSN analyst Mike Johnson sheds some light by saying that Matthews is still determined to win in Toronto. The path of the team, whether it be a rebuild or retool, will be a key factor in deciding whether he will have a long-term future with the franchise.

Arizona Cardinals are looking for a longtime quarterback. With Kyler Murray gone, the team is evaluating potential draft picks for 2026. Alabama Crimson Tide’s Ty Simpson and North Dakota State’s Cole Payton are leading candidates, with Simpson leading the way. Jacoby Brissett wants a new contract. Gardner Minshew was also signed. Still Arizona is looking for a quarterback in this 2026 NFL Draft.

With Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz now in the Minnesota Vikings, J.J. McCarthy’s time with the franchise may be coming to a close. USA TODAY predicts a draft-day trade for McCarthy. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell suggests a trade package sending McCarthy to the Matthew Stafford-led Los Angeles Rams for a higher draft pick. This move could allow McCarthy to develop under head coach Sean McVay. As McVay turned around Baker Mayfield’s career, he could do the same with McCarthy.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young pace duo, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, will be key against Chennai Super Kings. Hinge impressed with 4/34 in the last match, supported by Hussain's four wickets. CSK, despite recent wins, face bowling challenges with Khaleel Ahmed out injured and MS Dhoni still unavailable.

Chennai Super Kings face a crucial home fixture against Delhi Capitals, desperately seeking their first win after three consecutive losses. CSK's batting and bowling have struggled, while DC, in fourth place, appear more settled and confident, especially after ending their Chepauk losing streak last season.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, fresh off a win, face a struggling Chennai Super Kings in a southern derby. CSK's woes are compounded by the absence of MS Dhoni, who is sidelined for the first two weeks with a calf strain. Despite his physical absence, head coach Stephen Fleming insists Dhoni's influence on the team remains strong.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, fresh off a dominant chase, host Chennai Super Kings in a crucial southern derby. CSK, yet to secure a win this season, face immense pressure at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The short boundaries and quick outfield promise a high-scoring encounter, with clear weather expected.

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, fresh off a win, host an under-pressure Chennai Super Kings seeking their first victory of IPL 2026. RCB aims to extend their winning streak, while CSK, with a dominant head-to-head record, desperately needs to turn their campaign around at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Easter Sunday marks a time of hope and renewal, celebrating Jesus Christ's resurrection. This central Christian event symbolizes victory over sin and death, offering believers eternal life. Families gather for services and feasts, embracing customs that blend ancient rites with Christian meaning, spreading messages of forgiveness and new beginnings.

Chennai Super Kings face Punjab Kings in their IPL 2026 home opener, aiming for a significant turnaround after a dismal start. Returning to Chepauk's batting-friendly conditions, CSK hope for a strong performance from their batting lineup, including marquee signing Sanju Samson. Punjab Kings, last season's finalists, arrive with a balanced squad, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.

Piers Morgan, reflecting on a 35-year career interviewing world leaders and celebrities, singled out Erin Caffey as the most dangerous person he’d ever met and “nearest to pure evil.” The broadcaster, who celebrated his 61st birthday yesterday (March 30), said the teenage mastermind’s seemingly normal demeanor made the East Texas family murders especially chilling, despite her father later offering forgiveness.

Sanju Samson faces an emotional reunion with Rajasthan Royals, his former team, as he debuts for Chennai Super Kings. Having led RR to a final and becoming their top scorer, Samson's move marks a significant shift. Both teams, aiming for a fresh start after disappointing seasons, will battle it out in Guwahati, with weather potentially playing a role.

Guwahati gears up for a high-octane IPL clash between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings, with both teams seeking a fresh start after disappointing seasons. Sanju Samson returns to face his former team, Rajasthan, in top form. Despite rain concerns, a thrilling encounter is anticipated, with Rajasthan holding a recent head-to-head advantage.

Mike Johnson highlights Auston Matthews' recent dip in explosiveness, potentially due to fatigue, and the importance of him regaining form for the playoffs. Johnson also questions the cost of acquiring Brayden Schenn for the Toronto Maple Leafs, given their current assets and salary cap situation.