Avesh Khan

Urvil Patel unleashed an explosive batting display, smashing 25 runs off Avesh Khan in the fifth over and another 25 off Digvesh Rathi in the sixth. He became the first batter in IPL history to hit six sixes in his first eight balls, racing to 41. Patel then achieved a breathtaking half-century in just 13 balls, equalling the IPL record.

Chennai Super Kings opted to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the side in the continued absence of MS Dhoni. Gaikwad cited the wet conditions at Chepauk as the reason for the bowling decision. He also expressed optimism about the team's positive momentum after a challenging start to the IPL 2026 season.

Lucknow Super Giants finished bottom of the IPL 2026 table after another disappointing season marked by inconsistency, middle-order collapses and poor bowling. Injuries and the absence of Wanindu Hasaranga hurt team balance badly. Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran underperformed, while Josh Inglis and Mitchell Marsh were among the few positives for LSG.

Asked to bat first, LSG got off to a flying start through Josh Inglis, who smashed 85 off 33 balls as the visitors raced to 91 runs in the powerplay. However, CSK bowlers fought back strongly after the field restrictions, with Jamie Overton returning figures of 3/36 to help restrict LSG to 203/8.

Chennai Super Kings face a double blow with Jamie Overton out injured and MS Dhoni's return uncertain ahead of their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants. Despite setbacks, CSK are in playoff contention. Lucknow, already eliminated, will aim to finish strong on a bowler-friendly pitch. The match promises intense heat and no rain.

Starts June 3. Matches scheduled at Holkar Stadium, Daly College Cricket Ground

Urvil Patel's explosive 65 off 23 balls, including a 13-ball fifty, powered Chennai Super Kings to a memorable victory. Simple instructions from coaches and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, focusing on a stable base and hitting, were key to his record-equalling power-hitting display. Patel's fearless approach shattered records and set a new benchmark for batting at Chepauk.

Virat Kohli watched Urvil Patel's explosive innings for Chennai Super Kings. Patel hit the joint-fastest IPL fifty in just 13 balls. He smashed six sixes in his first eight balls, a new IPL record. Patel scored 65 off 23 balls. Chennai Super Kings won the match by five wickets. Lucknow Super Giants had earlier scored 203/8.

With the innings, Urvil equalled the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history.

Urvil Patel's explosive 23-ball 65, including a joint-record 13-ball fifty, powered Chennai Super Kings to their first 180-plus chase at Chepauk since 2018. His breathtaking innings, dedicated to his father, broke the back of Lucknow Super Giants' 204-run target. Shivam Dube's late sixes sealed a five-wicket victory for CSK.

Ravichandran Ashwin playfully addressed fan speculation about a rift with Rohit Sharma after missing the LSG vs MI IPL 2026 clash. He clarified his absence was due to prior commentary commitments and travel, not any personal issue. Ashwin lauded Rohit's spectacular 84-run innings, despite the match's limited impact on both teams' playoff hopes.

A Pakistani national, Mohammad Avesh Khan, was apprehended by BSF personnel near the Barmer border after illegally entering Indian territory. He reportedly crossed into India due to a family dispute over his marriage. Further interrogation by security agencies is underway.

MI have won only two of their nine matches so far. A defeat against LSG would end their campaign.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, second on the table, face a tightening playoff race. Despite a strong position, RCB must address batting first issues and Jitesh Sharma's form. Lucknow Super Giants, at the bottom, are dangerous with nothing to lose, especially with Nicholas Pooran finding form.

It turned into a memorable evening for several Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) players before their IPL 2026 clash against Mumbai Indians (MI) as cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and his son Arjun Tendulkar hosted the team for dinner. Photos from the dinner quickly went viral on social media. Mohsin Khan later shared pictures from the evening on Instagram.

Urvil Patel’s explosive 65 off 23 balls against Lucknow Super Giants announced the arrival of CSK’s newest six-hitting sensation. The wicketkeeper-batter smashed six sixes within his first eight balls, rewrote IPL records. Backed by advice, and even a specially weighted bat from MS Dhoni, Urvil’s power-hitting philosophy is shaped by a gruelling routine of 200 practice sixes a day.

In a big blow to already-struggling MI, their full-time captain Hardik Pandya was not available for selection because he was "unwell". However, star batter Rohit Sharma made it into the side and returned after the hamstring injury.

Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, both struggling at the bottom of the IPL 2026 table, face off at Wankhede Stadium. With playoff hopes fading, both teams are desperate for a win. Mumbai's campaign has been hampered by inconsistent performances and the uncertain availability of Rohit Sharma due to injury.

Rohit Sharma's explosive 84 off 44 balls, returning from injury, powered Mumbai Indians to a six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Alongside Ryan Rickelton's 83, the duo's 143-run opening stand set up a successful 229 chase, keeping MI's playoff hopes alive. LSG's sixth straight loss ended their campaign.

Rohit Sharma's explosive 84 and Ryan Rickelton's 83 powered Mumbai Indians to a thrilling six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. The openers' massive partnership set up a successful chase of 229, marking the highest target successfully chased by MI at Wankhede. Nicholas Pooran's rapid 63 had earlier propelled LSG.

Josh Inglis has finally arrived in India, ending speculation about his IPL availability. The Australian wicketkeeper-batter is set to join Lucknow Super Giants for their crucial match against Mumbai Indians. Inglis's past success against Jasprit Bumrah offers a potential boost for LSG as they aim to climb the points table.

Mumbai Indians, enduring a dismal season, face bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial 'wooden spoon' battle. MI's superstars, including Bumrah and Pandya, must find form to avoid slipping further down the table. LSG, despite a losing streak, possess a strong bowling attack. Both teams desperately need a win to salvage pride.

Lucknow Super Giants return home needing a win. They face Rajasthan Royals who are in better form. LSG's top order needs to perform. Key battles include Vaibhav Sooryavanshi against Mohammed Shami and Yashasvi Jaiswal versus Avesh Khan. Rishabh Pant and Nicholas Pooran face tough challenges. LSG must improve their batting to compete.