New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Former South African cricketer and coach Mark Boucher has lauded Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opener Finn Allen’s extraordinary century against Delhi Capitals and said it’s not just the 27-year-old batter’s strength but also his range and cleanliness in hitting a shot that make him special. Allen showcased his fireworks at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, scored 20 off his first 17 balls before unleashing an 80-run burst off his next 30 deliveries to complete his maiden IPL cen…
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New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Finn Allen blazed an unbeaten 100 off just 47 balls to power Kolkata Knight Riders to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, and Australia all-rounder Cameron Green said he was not the least bit surprised by the New Zealand opener’s pyrotechnics, adding that he’s one of the best batters in the world at putting pressure back on the bowlers.Before showcasing his fireworks at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday evening, Allen had …
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel conceded that the side’s batting collapse cost them momentum in their IPL 2026 clash, where they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, while also admitting the spinners erred on a tricky surface.On a pitch which had dry cracks, DC slipped from 74/1 to 89/5, thanks to a spin choke from Kolkata Knight Riders, and ended up at 142/8. KKR eventually chased down the…
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane hailed Finn Allen’s unbeaten 47-ball century and credited his bowlers for setting the base for a clinical eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals to get their fourth straight victory in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.At the Arun Jaitley Stadium, KKR spinners Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, and Varun Chakaravarthy had DC cornered in a tight grip and never let go of it, as the hos…
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) A commanding spin bowling display helped three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) restrict Delhi Capitals to a below-par 142/8 in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Friday.On a pitch which had some dry cracks, KKR’s vaunted spin attack dismantled DC’s batting line-up after they had a bright time in the Power-play, with Pathum Nissanka making a 29-ball fifty. While Anukul Roy stood out by taking 2-31, Sunil …
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders’ spinners once again dictated terms as the three‑time champions restricted Delhi Capitals to 142/8 in their IPL 2026 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday, with veteran off-spinner Sunil Narine saying that the superlative performance is down to the value of hard work and preparation in the nets.On a dry pitch with cracks opening up, DC threatened to post a big total through Pathum Nissanka’s fluent 29‑ball fifty. But KKR’s spin trio o…
New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Former Mumbai Indians batter Aditya Tare believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) should continue backing young leg-spinner Suyash Sharma despite his poor performance in their nine-run defeat to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).Tare said RCB’s bowling combination still lacks a dependable sixth bowling option and stressed that the franchise should give Suyash greater responsibility instead of relying on part-time bowlers.Suyash has played nine matches so far in IPL 2026 and …
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Veteran Delhi Capitals batter David Miller on Thursday backed under-fire wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav to come good in the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, describing him as a ‘match-winner’ whose presence in the playing eleven remains vital for the team despite a recent dip in form.Kuldeep’s form has emerged as a major concern for DC this season, with the left‑arm wrist spinner conceding at 10.4 runs per over, picking only seven wickets, and going…
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Delhi Capitals’ poor decision-making when under pressure and Kuldeep Yadav’s dip in form have emerged as the two biggest factors behind the franchise’s stuttering IPL 2026 campaign, according to former India fast bowler Irfan Pathan, who believes the side has the firepower to finish in the top four but have failed to live up to its considerable potential in the ten-team competition.With the playoff race entering its critical phase, seventh-placed DC find themselves grappl…
Lucknow, May 7 (IANS) Mitchell Marsh produced a breathtaking century while Rishabh Pant added late fireworks as hosts Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) piled up a commanding 209/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a rain-curtailed Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 contest at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Thursday.With persistent rain interruptions reducing the match to 19 overs per side, Marsh stood tall with a sensational 111 off just 56 deliv…